Wikivoyage enwikivoyage https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Main_Page MediaWiki 1.47.0-wmf.15 first-letter Media Special Talk User User talk Wikivoyage Wikivoyage talk File File talk MediaWiki MediaWiki talk Template Template talk Help Help talk Category Category talk TimedText TimedText talk Module Module talk Event Event talk 0 1932 5328389 5017073 2026-08-14T16:34:36Z Mmorell 771685 /* Villages */ added Montolieu 5328389 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Aude banner.jpg}} '''Aude''' is a department in [[Occitanie]], [[France]]. Its tourist office promotes it as "Cathar country"; it was one of the main areas of [[Christianity#Cathars|Cathar]] influence until the Albigensian Crusade against them in the 13th century. ==Towns and villages== {{mapframe|width=560|43.0982|2.4706|zoom=9}} {{mapshape}} ===Towns=== * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Carcassonne]]|lat=43.21|long=2.35|wikidata=Q6582}} — this fortified medieval town is iconic in France. Though it is a genuine citadel from the 13th century with walkable ramparts and many period towers and rooms to explore, its distinctive fairytale look of conical roofs comes from a series of 'corrections' made by the 19th-century architect Eugène Viollet-le-Duc. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Limoux]]|lat=43.0578|long=2.2192|wikidata=Q192744}} — known for the production of a renowned sparkling wine, blanquette de Limoux, and for a carnival which lasts several months. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Narbonne]]|lat=43.1836|long=3.0042|wikidata=Q6555}} — draws visitors to see its Roman archaeological site, its medieval cathedral and archbishop parade, and the canal that runs through the city * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Leucate]]|wikidata=Q459673}} — protected by an exceptional natural setting, it is a good spot for sea lovers, history buffs, and board sports enthusiasts ===Villages=== *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Alaigne]]|lat=43.1022|long=2.0917|wikidata=Q200853}} — a small picturesque village offering a great place to base an exploration of the Cathar country *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Bize Minervois]]|lat=43.3186|long=2.871|wikidata=Q1018288}} — a quiet little village with some charm on the River Cess *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Rennes-le-Château]]|lat=42.9281|long=2.2633|wikidata=Q332622}} — a hilltop village known internationally that receives tens of thousands of visitors per year, drawn by conspiracy theories surrounding a supposef buried treasure discovered by its 19th-century priest *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Talairan]]|lat=43.0525|long=2.6639|wikidata=Q672773}} — a small village set in the heartland of the wine-growing Corbieres district *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Tuchan]]|lat=42.8892|long=2.72|wikidata=Q495312}} — a centre for Hautes Corbières wines, producer of Fitou, Corbières and Muscat de Rivesaltes: close to several Cathar castles *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Montolieu]]|wikidata=Q173911}} ==Other destinations== ==Understand== Aude is an agricultural area dominated by vineyards. In the east are the wines of Corbieres and La Clape, in the centre are Minervois and Côtes de Malepère, and in the south Limoux wine. In Lauragais grain is predominant, whereas in the Montagne Noire only sheep farming is possible. There is cultivation of olive trees for their oil. Port-la-Nouvelle is the biggest fishing port in the department followed by Gruissan. ===History=== In the 13th century, the region saw the development of Catharism. This religion was very quickly judged as heretical by the Catholic Church. Faced with its growing strength in the counties of Carcassonne and Toulouse, Pope Innocent III in 1209 declared a crusade against the Albigensians. The barons of the north united to form an army under the command of Simon de Montfort. The city of Carcassonne became the refuge of numerous Cathars. ===Climate=== The autumn is characterized by violent and short storms. The summer is often hot and dry. Yet, the department has several contrasts in climate: In the north, the Montagne Noire and, in the south, the Pays de Sault, have a mountainous climate with temperatures sometimes very low in winter. In the west, the climate is under Aquitaine influence with heavier precipitation, while in the east the climate is purely Mediterranean. In the centre, in the Limouxin, Carcassonnais and Razès areas, the climate is known as intermediary with significant exposure to winds. The winds are often present in Aude. It is one of the windiest French departments, with 300 to 350 days of wind per year. This phenomenon is due mostly to the variations in relief north and south which create a kind of corridor. ===Tourist information === * [https://www.audetourisme.com/en/ Aude Tourism] website ==Get in== ===By road=== Two major roads cross the Aude. From west to east the A61 autoroute (Autoroute des Deux Mers) connects Narbonne and Toulouse via Carcassonne. From north to south, following the Mediterranean coast, the A9 autoroute links Montpellier with Spain. ===By train=== The rail network follows the same route as the road network. It is a low speed system, but a project is under way to build a fast line to Spain as part of the Trans-European Rail network. ===By boat=== Aude is crossed by the Canal du Midi which is a major waterway that allows tourists to pass from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea. It comes into the west of Aude at Seuil de Naurouze then joins the Mediterranean at Sète. ==Get around== ==See== '''Narbonne Cathedral''' is a remarkable Gothic cathedral and remains unfinished. It is a symbol of the French presence in Languedoc in the Middle Ages. ===Châteaux=== The department has many castles that have been developed by the General Council of the Aude to stimulate tourism. The fortresses are often located on rocky peaks, such as the castles of Quéribus and Lastours, which gave them a strategic position. The city of Carcassonne was the logistical hub of the country at the time of conflict with the Kingdom of Aragon. [[Tuchan#Q667763|Château de Quéribus]] and [[Tuchan#Q944597|Château de Peyrepertuse]] are two ruined Cathar castles in the Pyrénées mountains. ===Abbeys=== There are many abbeys throughout the department of Aude. The best known are Abbaye de Fontfroide near [[Narbonne#Q334263|Narbonne]], Abbaye de Lagrasse near [[Talairan#Q334259|Talairan]], the abbey of Sainte-Marie Villelongue-d'Aude, and the Abbey of Saint-Hilaire. ===Itineraries=== The [[GR 36]] partly traverses the Aude. ==Do== '''Wine tasting'''. The departement is full of vineyards, and most chateau offer a no-obligation, free wine tasting session. ===Caving=== Aude has many caves suitable for speleological exploration. The Pays de Sault consists of one of the largest limestone areas of the Pyrenees. This geology lends itself to the formation of cavities and there are many 'barrencs' (the local name for Pit caves). This plateau is home to a cave, the TM71, which is a superb cavity classified as a natural reserve since 1987. This is unique in France. Other natural cavities of the Aude contain concretions like the Pit cave of Cabrespine, the Aguzou Grotto, and the grotto of Limousis. The latter contains the largest block of aragonite yet discovered. In the Massif of Corbières on the plateau of Lacamp there are cavities formed by detrital rocks (marls, clays and puddingstone) carved by erosion. ===Festivals === The Carnival of Limoux is an Aude festival which takes place over a period of ten weeks. This is one of the longest carnivals in the world. It takes place in the town of Limoux on the Place de la République every weekend from mid-January to the end of March. It is characterized by bands in Pierrot costumes (known as les fécos) accompanied by musicians. In the region around Limoux a major celebration of gastronomy known as Toques et Clochers (literally, "Tall Hats & Steeples') organized by the winegrowers from Sieur d'Arques' takes place over the weekend of Palm Sunday. It permits the sale of a large quantity of wine in order to enhance local patronage. ===Sport=== Aude is the land of '''rugby''' league (rugby à XIII) with the teams of Limoux, Carcassonne and Lézignan among the elite. Rugby union (rugby à XV) is also played in Aude. The Narbonne team (known as Racing Club Narbonne-Mediterranean) has nevertheless managed to develop in the Pro D2 championship. Every 15 August, in Quillan, an international '''cycling''' competition takes place. This is the oldest of such contests in France. The Tour de l'Aude is one of the most important female cycling events in the calendar. It generally takes place in May. ==Eat== '''Fréginat''', a traditional type of fricasee of pork from Corbières, can be found throughout the department. It is made from pork and pig's liver with a local variety of white beans (Lingots de Castelnaudary) flavoured with garigue herbs. On the coast, eel stew ('''borrida d’anguilles''') is a dish of choice. Finally, the '''cassoulet''' of Castelnaudary, made from white beans and sausage, is a typical dish of the Lauragais. Other specialties exist such as '''oysters''' from Gruissan and Leucate. '''Olive oil''' is also very widespread in the Aude and is a speciality of Bize-Minervois. '''Cartagena''' is a liqueur marketed by some manufacturers. Finally, the '''Blanquette de Limoux''' is a sparkling white wine popular in the department whose origin dates back to the sixteenth century. ==Drink== Wine production is extensive across Aude, and local chateaux and domaines provide free tastings as well as sales of wine and other local produce. Aude's local sparkling white wine AOC ''Blanquette de Limoux'' is said to have been the forerunner of champagne. A more traditional variant of the blankette (sweetish, made without disgorgement and thus with sediment) has the AOC ''Blanquette méthode ancestrale'', while the AOC ''Crémant de Limoux'' allows deviating more radically from the tradition. ==Stay safe== ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Occitanie}} {{outlineregion}} {{geo|43.0833|2.4167|zoom=10}} 7qby9y33ohw63z6l1lwn1clqq9gjkx3 0 2366 5328494 5290803 2026-08-14T18:59:04Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* Other destinations */ - add islands 5328494 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg|pgname=Baja California}} '''Baja California''' state is the northern half of the [[Baja Peninsula]]. Known for beaches and the rowdy border city of [[Tijuana]]---the world's busiest border crossing. The state capital is [[Mexicali]]. ==Cities== {{mapframe|30.555|-114.840|zoom=6}} {{mapshape}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexicali]]|lat=32.663333|long=-115.467778|wikidata=Q199440}} — the state capital is a popular destination for day-trippers from California, just across the border *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Camalu]]|wikidata=Q5024916}} — a beach town between Colonet and El Rosario, about 2 hours south of Ensenada *{{marker|type=city|name=Cataviña|lat=29.731944|long=-114.720833|wikidata=Q973407}} — nearby are some cave paintings and a field of giant rocks, mixed with desert vegetation *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Ensenada]]|lat=31.857778|long=-116.605833|wikidata=Q656189}} — "the Beautiful Cinderella of the Pacific" is an important commercial, fishing port, and cruise ship port *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Puerto Nuevo]]|lat=32.242778|long=-116.935|wikidata=Q7258579}} — "Lobster Capital of Baja" *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosarito Beach]]|lat=32.342222|long=-117.056111|wikidata=Q1020753}} — beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, cliffs, a beautiful climate *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Felipe]]|lat=31.0275|long=-114.835278|wikidata=Q586007}} — a resort destination with a dramatic tide: the sea recedes by up to 2 km *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Tecate]]|lat=32.572222|long=-116.640278|wikidata=Q1020773}} — a border city best known for Tecate beer *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Tijuana]]|lat=32.525|long=-117.033333|wikidata=Q124739}} — largest city in Baja California and gateway to Mexico, just south across the border from [[San Diego]] ==Other destinations== *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Bahia de Los Angeles|Bahía de los Ángeles]]|lat=28.95|long=-113.55|wikidata=Q803685}} — this sport-fishing hot spot provides access to the many islands of this part of the northern Gulf of California *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Canyon de Guadalupe]]|lat=32.154|long=-115.788}} — Hot spring oasis out in the wilderness *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Guadalupe Island]]|lat=29.015|long=-118.279|wikidata=Q853909}} — a remote island that is a destination for diving excursions to see Great White Sharks *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Isla Cedros]]|lat=28.117|long=-115.176|wikidata=Q527959}} — Pacific island about 40 km from the Baja coast, part of a protected biosphere reserve and known for its sportfishing *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Isla Angel de la Guardia]]|lat=29.3743|long=-113.4309|wikidata=Q1317381}} — large uninhabited island that is a protected biosphere reserve with a desert landscape and climate *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Valle de Guadalupe]]|lat=32.097778|long=-116.566944|wikidata=Q834310}} (''Guadalupe Valley'') — Mexico's top wine country *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Constitution 1857 National Park]]|lat=32.033|long=-115.9347|wikidata=Q5164083}} — Remote park with a highland lake set in a pine forest *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[San Lorenzo Marine Archipelago National Park]]|lat=28.7225|long=-112.8684|wikidata=Q1740891}} — Remote marine environment with five islands in the Sea of Cortez *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[San Quintin National Park]]|lat=30.5|long=-116.0}} — Remote coastal beach area on San Quintin Bay *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Sierra de San Pedro Martir National Park]]|lat=30.8790|long=-115.5214|wikidata=Q5617142}} — Rugged mountain park, home of bighorn sheep and condors ==Understand== [[File:SurferSanJoseCabo01.JPG|thumb|Surf's up in Baja California]] === Geography === Baja California encompasses a territory which exhibits diverse geography for a relatively small area. The Peninsular ranges of the California cordillera run down the geographic center of the state. The most notable ranges of these mountains are the Sierra de Juarez and the Sierra de San Pedro Martir. These ranges are the location of forests reminiscent of Southern California's San Gabriel Mountains. Picacho del Diablo is the highest peak in the whole peninsula. Valleys between the mountain ranges are located within a climate zone that are suitable for agriculture. Such valleys included the Valle de Guadalupe and the Valle de Ojos Negros, areas that produce citrus fruits and grapes. The mineral-rich mountain range extends southwards to the Gulf of California, where the western slope becomes wider, forming the Llanos del Berrendo in the border with Baja California Sur. The mountain ranges located in the center and southern part of the state include the Sierra de La Asamblea, Sierra de Calamajué, Sierra de San Luis and the Sierra de San Borja. To the east, the Sonoran Desert enters the state from both California and Sonora. Some of the highest temperatures in Mexico are recorded in or nearby the Mexicali Valley. However, with irrigation from the Colorado River, this area has become truly an agricultural center. The Cerro Prieto geothermal province is near Mexicali as well (this area is geologically part of a large pull apart basin); producing about 80% of the electricity consumed in the state and enough more to export to California. Laguna Salada, a saline lake below sea level lying between the rugged Sierra de Juarez and the Sierra de los Cucapah, is also in the vicinity of Mexicali. The highest mountain in the Sierra de los Cucapah is the Cerro del Centinela or Mount Signal. The Cucapah are the primary indigenous people of that area and up into the Yuma, Arizona area. There are numerous islands on the Pacific shore. Guadalupe Island is located in the extreme west of the state's boundaries and is the site of large colonies of sea lions. Cedros Island exists in the southwest of the state's maritime region. The Todos Santos Islands and Coronado Islandsare located off the coast of Ensenada and Tijuana respectively. All of the islands in the Gulf of California, on the Baja California side, belong to the municipality of Mexicali. === Climate === Baja California's climate varies from Mediterranean to arid. The Mediterranean climate is observed in the northwestern corner of the state where the summers are dry and mild and the winters cool and rainy. This climate is observed in areas from Tijuana to San Quintin and nearby interior valleys. The cold oceanic California Current often creates a low-level marine fog near the coast. The fog occurs along any part of the Pacific Coast of the state. Temperate winds from the Pacific Ocean and the cold California Current make the climate along the northwestern coast pleasant year-round. As a result of the state's location on the California current, rains from the north barely reach the peninsula, thus leaving southern areas drier. The change of altitude towards the Sierra de Baja California creates an alpine climate in this region. Summers are cool while winters can be cold with below freezing temperatures at night. It is common to see snow in the Sierra de Juarez and Sierra de San Pedro Martir (and in the valleys in between) from December to April. Due to orographic effects, precipitation is much higher in the mountains of northern Baja California than on the western coastal plain or eastern desert plain. Pine, cedar and fir forests are found in the mountains. The east side of the mountains produce a rain shadow, creating an extremely arid environment. The Sonoran Desert region of Baja California experiences hot summers and nearly frostless mild winters. The Mexicali Valley (which is below sea level), experiences the highest temperatures in Mexico, that frequently surpass 47 °C (116.6 °F) in mid-summer, and have exceeded 50 °C (122 °F) on some occasions. ==Get in== There are several border crossings in the north with the state of [[California]]. Most of these are the continuations of U.S. Interstate Highways, such as the [[Interstate 5]] (I-5). ===By plane=== *{{go | name=General Abelardo L. Rodríguez Airport | alt=({{IATA|TIJ}}) Tijuana International Airport | url=https://www.aeropuertosgap.com.mx/en/tijuana-3.html | email= | address= | lat=32.54615 | long=-116.97553 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tijuana International Airport | wikidata=Q1433064 | content=Non-stop air service is available from all regions of Mexico including flights from San Jose del Cabo, La Paz and Loreto Bay in the Baja California Peninsula. }} Alternatively, you can fly to [[San Diego]] ({{IATA|SAN}}) and take a taxi or bus to the I-5 (San Ysidro) border crossing. ==Get around== === By car === * [[File:Carretera_federal_1.svg|22px]] & [[File:Carretera_federal_1D.svg|22px]] Mexican Federal Highways 1 & 1D are the main north-south highways in Baja California. Kilometer markers track the distance along Fed 1 through Baja California in four separate improved segments The first of these is the 109-km (68 mi) length from Tijuana to Ensenada, which is known informally as ''Mex 1 Libre'' to distinguish it from Fed 1D, the parallel toll road. The second portion of signed road runs 196 km (122 mi) from Ensenada to San Quintín. The third segment comprises 128 km (80 mi) from San Quintín to the Parador Punta Prieta junction. A final segment stretches 128 km (80 mi) from Punta Prieta to the border of the state of Baja California Sur near Guerrero Negro. The total route of Fed 1 in Baja California is 713 km (443 mi). Mexican Federal Highway (Hwy) 1D is a 4 lane highway ('freeway-like') serving as the main toll highway between Tijuana and Ensenada while Hwy 1 straddles along side serving as a 'libre' road with access to multiple local side streets. * [[File:Carretera_federal_5.svg|22px]] Mexican Federal Highway 5 begins in the border city of Mexicali at the western border crossing. It has four lanes from there for about km 80. At this point it becomes a two-lane highway (with little or no shoulder in most areas) until km 160, about 18 km (11 mi) south of the junction with Mexico Federal Highway 3, and about 40 km (24 mi) north of San Felipe. From there, the highway is a broad, divided, four-lane highway with a median and ample shoulders, until it ends in San Felipe. * [[File:Carretera_federal_2.svg|22px]] from [[File:Carretera_federal_15.svg|22px]] Mexican Federal Highway 2 serves as the main east-west road along the US/Mexican border from the Mexican side. It connects Tijuana to Hwy 15 in Santa Ana, Sonora (110 km south of the border in Nogales) through Tecate, Mexicali, San Luis Rio Colorado and Sonoyta. * [[File:Carretera_federal_3.svg|22px]] Mexican Federal Highway 3 from [[Tecate]] to [[Ensenada]] is the main route through Mexico's wine country of the [[Valle de Guadalupe|Guadalupe Valley]], it is also an important alternate route from the US/Mexican border, connecting to Mexican federal highway 1 to points south of Ensenada. ===By bus=== The main bus companies connecting the towns and cities along the Transpeninsular Highway (MX Hwy 1/1D) between [[Tijuana#By bus|Tijuana]] and [[San_José_del_Cabo#By bus|San José del Cabo]] are: * {{go|name=Autotransportes de Baja California (ABC) |url=https://www.abc.com.mx |phone=}} * {{go|name=Autotransportes Aguila|url=https://www.facebook.com/autotransportesaguila/|phone=}} In addition to the above the following offer east-west service between Tijuana, Mexicali, San Luis Rio Colorado and points in between on Hwy 2 in Mexico and between San Diego, Calexico and Yuma along I-8 in the United States (''See [[Bus travel in Mexico]] for further information.''): * {{go | name=Grupo Estrella Blanca | alt= | url=https://estrellablanca.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 0800-507-5500 (domestic) | tollfree= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2022-06-07| content=Connects Mexico City Terminal Norte to Tijuana via Guadalajara, Tepic, Mazatlan, Cualican, Hermosillo, Mexicali and points between along Hwy 2 and 15. They operate the '''Elite, TNS (Transportes Norte de Sonora); Chihuahuanese, Pacifico, TF (Transportes Frontera)'''; and the '''Estrella Blanca''' brands. They have a partnership with Greyhound Lines for onward travel to the U.S. and vice versa. }} * {{go | name=ETN Turistar | alt= | url=https://etn.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 0800-8000-386 (domestic) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Connects Tijuana and Mexicali to the Mexican mainland on Deluxe Class for 20% more than 'first class' service }} * {{go | name=Greyhound Lines & Cruceros USA | alt= | url=https://www.greyhound.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Connects San Diego to Yuma via Calexico on the U.S. side and from San Diego into Tijuana. }} * {{go | name=Tufesa | alt= | url=https://tufesa.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 644 4102444 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Connects Tijuana and Mexicali to multiple locations in Jaliscos, Nayarit, Sinaloa and Sonora in the Mexican mainland and to Las Vegas and Los Angeles in the U.S. Click [http://www.tufesabus.com here] for their U.S. operations }} ==See and do== * '''Cerro Picacho del Diablo''' in [[Sierra de San Pedro Martir National Park#Q3817471|Sierra de San Pedro Martir]] is one of many high peaks in Baja California. Mountains in the region are much like the [[Sierra Nevada]] mountains in California. * '''El Vallecito''', in La Rumorosa east of [[Tecate#Q5352323|Tecate]], is an archaeological site with 23 cave paintings and petroglyphs, but only 5 are open for public display. ==Eat == Baja California is famous for its myriad seafood restaurants owing to the long stretch of Pacific Ocean on its western side and the long stretch of beaches along the Sea of Cortez on its eastern side. '''Fish tacos''' are an iconic dish throughout Baja, particularly in the city of [[Ensenada]]. In the early 21st century, Baja's wine industry has exploded with dozens of very highly regarded wineries in the [[Valle de Guadalupe]], just north of [[Ensenada]]. Chefs in that area tweaked traditional Baja regional cooking, combining it with the fresh vegetables that grow in the area, and the flavors of olives and tomatoes that characterize Mediterranean cuisine. They call this new style of cooking ''Baja Med'', and it's become a magnet for foodies who crave the flavors of warm sunshine and fresh seafood. In their first-ever list of recommended restaurants in Mexico, the famed ''Michelin Guide'' listed 32 restaurants in Baja California (most in Valle de Guadalupe) with 11 being awarded stars. It's fair to say that the Michelin editors found Baja food to be "stellar". ==Drink == [[File:Viñedos Valle de Guadalupe B.C.jpg|thumb|Vineyards in Baja's [[Valle de Guadalupe]]]] While Mexico is not usually seen as a wine-drinking country, wine-making has been increasing both in quality and in quantity since the 1980s, and the Baja California area produces 90% of Mexico’s wine. The “Ruta del Vino” (Wine Route) connects the wine producing areas of the municipality of [[Ensenada]], such as the [[Valle de Guadalupe|Valley of Guadalupe]], the Valley of Llano Colorado, Valley of Santo Tomás and the Valley of San Vicente with the port city of Ensenada and the border cities of Tijuana and Tecate. The Route connects over fifty wineries, along with upscale restaurants, hotels, museums and other attractions of this part of Baja California state. The route is marked by “Ruta del Vino” signs on the roads and highways to promote the area for enotourism, especially from the U.S. border. Another major tourism draw is the Fiesta de la Vendimia (Vintage Festival), which takes place in Ensenada and the Valley of Guadalupe every year in August. The festivals include wine tasting and contests, winery tours, fishing tournaments, cook-offs, gourmet food and concerts. These events are sponsored and/or organized by the area’s wineries. Since the event occurs in the summer, afternoon temperatures can hover around 38 °C (100 °F). Some of the events include “Noche de Cofradia en Ensenada”, which features wine and food tasting from about thirty wineries and restaurants, matching local wines with local culinary specialties. ==Stay safe== Baja California is generally safe for tourists, but drug cartels are present, particularly in the border area near [[Tijuana]], and theft and petty crime is always a risk, particularly in crowded areas. South of the U.S. border region, tourist areas like [[Ensenada]] and the wine growing areas of the [[Valle de Guadalupe|Guadalupe Valley]] are extremely safe. ==Go next== *[[Baja California Sur]] *[[El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve]] *[[California]] {{geo|29.9500|-115.1167|zoom=9}} {{IsPartOf|Baja Peninsula}} {{usableregion}} dsumfnti200x37oyk17pgdpr5htfnz6 5328531 5328494 2026-08-14T21:39:29Z Pashley 1822 /* */ not "world's busiest border crossing"; [[w:Border checkpoint]] ranks it 8th 5328531 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg|pgname=Baja California}} '''Baja California''' state is the northern half of the [[Baja Peninsula]]. Known for beaches and the rowdy border city of [[Tijuana]]. The state capital is [[Mexicali]]. ==Cities== {{mapframe|30.555|-114.840|zoom=6}} {{mapshape}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexicali]]|lat=32.663333|long=-115.467778|wikidata=Q199440}} — the state capital is a popular destination for day-trippers from California, just across the border *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Camalu]]|wikidata=Q5024916}} — a beach town between Colonet and El Rosario, about 2 hours south of Ensenada *{{marker|type=city|name=Cataviña|lat=29.731944|long=-114.720833|wikidata=Q973407}} — nearby are some cave paintings and a field of giant rocks, mixed with desert vegetation *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Ensenada]]|lat=31.857778|long=-116.605833|wikidata=Q656189}} — "the Beautiful Cinderella of the Pacific" is an important commercial, fishing port, and cruise ship port *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Puerto Nuevo]]|lat=32.242778|long=-116.935|wikidata=Q7258579}} — "Lobster Capital of Baja" *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosarito Beach]]|lat=32.342222|long=-117.056111|wikidata=Q1020753}} — beautiful coastline, sandy beaches, cliffs, a beautiful climate *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Felipe]]|lat=31.0275|long=-114.835278|wikidata=Q586007}} — a resort destination with a dramatic tide: the sea recedes by up to 2 km *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Tecate]]|lat=32.572222|long=-116.640278|wikidata=Q1020773}} — a border city best known for Tecate beer *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Tijuana]]|lat=32.525|long=-117.033333|wikidata=Q124739}} — largest city in Baja California and gateway to Mexico, just south across the border from [[San Diego]] ==Other destinations== *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Bahia de Los Angeles|Bahía de los Ángeles]]|lat=28.95|long=-113.55|wikidata=Q803685}} — this sport-fishing hot spot provides access to the many islands of this part of the northern Gulf of California *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Canyon de Guadalupe]]|lat=32.154|long=-115.788}} — Hot spring oasis out in the wilderness *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Guadalupe Island]]|lat=29.015|long=-118.279|wikidata=Q853909}} — a remote island that is a destination for diving excursions to see Great White Sharks *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Isla Cedros]]|lat=28.117|long=-115.176|wikidata=Q527959}} — Pacific island about 40 km from the Baja coast, part of a protected biosphere reserve and known for its sportfishing *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Isla Angel de la Guardia]]|lat=29.3743|long=-113.4309|wikidata=Q1317381}} — large uninhabited island that is a protected biosphere reserve with a desert landscape and climate *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Valle de Guadalupe]]|lat=32.097778|long=-116.566944|wikidata=Q834310}} (''Guadalupe Valley'') — Mexico's top wine country *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Constitution 1857 National Park]]|lat=32.033|long=-115.9347|wikidata=Q5164083}} — Remote park with a highland lake set in a pine forest *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[San Lorenzo Marine Archipelago National Park]]|lat=28.7225|long=-112.8684|wikidata=Q1740891}} — Remote marine environment with five islands in the Sea of Cortez *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[San Quintin National Park]]|lat=30.5|long=-116.0}} — Remote coastal beach area on San Quintin Bay *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Sierra de San Pedro Martir National Park]]|lat=30.8790|long=-115.5214|wikidata=Q5617142}} — Rugged mountain park, home of bighorn sheep and condors ==Understand== [[File:SurferSanJoseCabo01.JPG|thumb|Surf's up in Baja California]] === Geography === Baja California encompasses a territory which exhibits diverse geography for a relatively small area. The Peninsular ranges of the California cordillera run down the geographic center of the state. The most notable ranges of these mountains are the Sierra de Juarez and the Sierra de San Pedro Martir. These ranges are the location of forests reminiscent of Southern California's San Gabriel Mountains. Picacho del Diablo is the highest peak in the whole peninsula. Valleys between the mountain ranges are located within a climate zone that are suitable for agriculture. Such valleys included the Valle de Guadalupe and the Valle de Ojos Negros, areas that produce citrus fruits and grapes. The mineral-rich mountain range extends southwards to the Gulf of California, where the western slope becomes wider, forming the Llanos del Berrendo in the border with Baja California Sur. The mountain ranges located in the center and southern part of the state include the Sierra de La Asamblea, Sierra de Calamajué, Sierra de San Luis and the Sierra de San Borja. To the east, the Sonoran Desert enters the state from both California and Sonora. Some of the highest temperatures in Mexico are recorded in or nearby the Mexicali Valley. However, with irrigation from the Colorado River, this area has become truly an agricultural center. The Cerro Prieto geothermal province is near Mexicali as well (this area is geologically part of a large pull apart basin); producing about 80% of the electricity consumed in the state and enough more to export to California. Laguna Salada, a saline lake below sea level lying between the rugged Sierra de Juarez and the Sierra de los Cucapah, is also in the vicinity of Mexicali. The highest mountain in the Sierra de los Cucapah is the Cerro del Centinela or Mount Signal. The Cucapah are the primary indigenous people of that area and up into the Yuma, Arizona area. There are numerous islands on the Pacific shore. Guadalupe Island is located in the extreme west of the state's boundaries and is the site of large colonies of sea lions. Cedros Island exists in the southwest of the state's maritime region. The Todos Santos Islands and Coronado Islandsare located off the coast of Ensenada and Tijuana respectively. All of the islands in the Gulf of California, on the Baja California side, belong to the municipality of Mexicali. === Climate === Baja California's climate varies from Mediterranean to arid. The Mediterranean climate is observed in the northwestern corner of the state where the summers are dry and mild and the winters cool and rainy. This climate is observed in areas from Tijuana to San Quintin and nearby interior valleys. The cold oceanic California Current often creates a low-level marine fog near the coast. The fog occurs along any part of the Pacific Coast of the state. Temperate winds from the Pacific Ocean and the cold California Current make the climate along the northwestern coast pleasant year-round. As a result of the state's location on the California current, rains from the north barely reach the peninsula, thus leaving southern areas drier. The change of altitude towards the Sierra de Baja California creates an alpine climate in this region. Summers are cool while winters can be cold with below freezing temperatures at night. It is common to see snow in the Sierra de Juarez and Sierra de San Pedro Martir (and in the valleys in between) from December to April. Due to orographic effects, precipitation is much higher in the mountains of northern Baja California than on the western coastal plain or eastern desert plain. Pine, cedar and fir forests are found in the mountains. The east side of the mountains produce a rain shadow, creating an extremely arid environment. The Sonoran Desert region of Baja California experiences hot summers and nearly frostless mild winters. The Mexicali Valley (which is below sea level), experiences the highest temperatures in Mexico, that frequently surpass 47 °C (116.6 °F) in mid-summer, and have exceeded 50 °C (122 °F) on some occasions. ==Get in== There are several border crossings in the north with the state of [[California]]. Most of these are the continuations of U.S. Interstate Highways, such as the [[Interstate 5]] (I-5). ===By plane=== *{{go | name=General Abelardo L. Rodríguez Airport | alt=({{IATA|TIJ}}) Tijuana International Airport | url=https://www.aeropuertosgap.com.mx/en/tijuana-3.html | email= | address= | lat=32.54615 | long=-116.97553 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tijuana International Airport | wikidata=Q1433064 | content=Non-stop air service is available from all regions of Mexico including flights from San Jose del Cabo, La Paz and Loreto Bay in the Baja California Peninsula. }} Alternatively, you can fly to [[San Diego]] ({{IATA|SAN}}) and take a taxi or bus to the I-5 (San Ysidro) border crossing. ==Get around== === By car === * [[File:Carretera_federal_1.svg|22px]] & [[File:Carretera_federal_1D.svg|22px]] Mexican Federal Highways 1 & 1D are the main north-south highways in Baja California. Kilometer markers track the distance along Fed 1 through Baja California in four separate improved segments The first of these is the 109-km (68 mi) length from Tijuana to Ensenada, which is known informally as ''Mex 1 Libre'' to distinguish it from Fed 1D, the parallel toll road. The second portion of signed road runs 196 km (122 mi) from Ensenada to San Quintín. The third segment comprises 128 km (80 mi) from San Quintín to the Parador Punta Prieta junction. A final segment stretches 128 km (80 mi) from Punta Prieta to the border of the state of Baja California Sur near Guerrero Negro. The total route of Fed 1 in Baja California is 713 km (443 mi). Mexican Federal Highway (Hwy) 1D is a 4 lane highway ('freeway-like') serving as the main toll highway between Tijuana and Ensenada while Hwy 1 straddles along side serving as a 'libre' road with access to multiple local side streets. * [[File:Carretera_federal_5.svg|22px]] Mexican Federal Highway 5 begins in the border city of Mexicali at the western border crossing. It has four lanes from there for about km 80. At this point it becomes a two-lane highway (with little or no shoulder in most areas) until km 160, about 18 km (11 mi) south of the junction with Mexico Federal Highway 3, and about 40 km (24 mi) north of San Felipe. From there, the highway is a broad, divided, four-lane highway with a median and ample shoulders, until it ends in San Felipe. * [[File:Carretera_federal_2.svg|22px]] from [[File:Carretera_federal_15.svg|22px]] Mexican Federal Highway 2 serves as the main east-west road along the US/Mexican border from the Mexican side. It connects Tijuana to Hwy 15 in Santa Ana, Sonora (110 km south of the border in Nogales) through Tecate, Mexicali, San Luis Rio Colorado and Sonoyta. * [[File:Carretera_federal_3.svg|22px]] Mexican Federal Highway 3 from [[Tecate]] to [[Ensenada]] is the main route through Mexico's wine country of the [[Valle de Guadalupe|Guadalupe Valley]], it is also an important alternate route from the US/Mexican border, connecting to Mexican federal highway 1 to points south of Ensenada. ===By bus=== The main bus companies connecting the towns and cities along the Transpeninsular Highway (MX Hwy 1/1D) between [[Tijuana#By bus|Tijuana]] and [[San_José_del_Cabo#By bus|San José del Cabo]] are: * {{go|name=Autotransportes de Baja California (ABC) |url=https://www.abc.com.mx |phone=}} * {{go|name=Autotransportes Aguila|url=https://www.facebook.com/autotransportesaguila/|phone=}} In addition to the above the following offer east-west service between Tijuana, Mexicali, San Luis Rio Colorado and points in between on Hwy 2 in Mexico and between San Diego, Calexico and Yuma along I-8 in the United States (''See [[Bus travel in Mexico]] for further information.''): * {{go | name=Grupo Estrella Blanca | alt= | url=https://estrellablanca.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 0800-507-5500 (domestic) | tollfree= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2022-06-07| content=Connects Mexico City Terminal Norte to Tijuana via Guadalajara, Tepic, Mazatlan, Cualican, Hermosillo, Mexicali and points between along Hwy 2 and 15. They operate the '''Elite, TNS (Transportes Norte de Sonora); Chihuahuanese, Pacifico, TF (Transportes Frontera)'''; and the '''Estrella Blanca''' brands. They have a partnership with Greyhound Lines for onward travel to the U.S. and vice versa. }} * {{go | name=ETN Turistar | alt= | url=https://etn.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 0800-8000-386 (domestic) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Connects Tijuana and Mexicali to the Mexican mainland on Deluxe Class for 20% more than 'first class' service }} * {{go | name=Greyhound Lines & Cruceros USA | alt= | url=https://www.greyhound.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Connects San Diego to Yuma via Calexico on the U.S. side and from San Diego into Tijuana. }} * {{go | name=Tufesa | alt= | url=https://tufesa.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 644 4102444 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Connects Tijuana and Mexicali to multiple locations in Jaliscos, Nayarit, Sinaloa and Sonora in the Mexican mainland and to Las Vegas and Los Angeles in the U.S. Click [http://www.tufesabus.com here] for their U.S. operations }} ==See and do== * '''Cerro Picacho del Diablo''' in [[Sierra de San Pedro Martir National Park#Q3817471|Sierra de San Pedro Martir]] is one of many high peaks in Baja California. Mountains in the region are much like the [[Sierra Nevada]] mountains in California. * '''El Vallecito''', in La Rumorosa east of [[Tecate#Q5352323|Tecate]], is an archaeological site with 23 cave paintings and petroglyphs, but only 5 are open for public display. ==Eat == Baja California is famous for its myriad seafood restaurants owing to the long stretch of Pacific Ocean on its western side and the long stretch of beaches along the Sea of Cortez on its eastern side. '''Fish tacos''' are an iconic dish throughout Baja, particularly in the city of [[Ensenada]]. In the early 21st century, Baja's wine industry has exploded with dozens of very highly regarded wineries in the [[Valle de Guadalupe]], just north of [[Ensenada]]. Chefs in that area tweaked traditional Baja regional cooking, combining it with the fresh vegetables that grow in the area, and the flavors of olives and tomatoes that characterize Mediterranean cuisine. They call this new style of cooking ''Baja Med'', and it's become a magnet for foodies who crave the flavors of warm sunshine and fresh seafood. In their first-ever list of recommended restaurants in Mexico, the famed ''Michelin Guide'' listed 32 restaurants in Baja California (most in Valle de Guadalupe) with 11 being awarded stars. It's fair to say that the Michelin editors found Baja food to be "stellar". ==Drink == [[File:Viñedos Valle de Guadalupe B.C.jpg|thumb|Vineyards in Baja's [[Valle de Guadalupe]]]] While Mexico is not usually seen as a wine-drinking country, wine-making has been increasing both in quality and in quantity since the 1980s, and the Baja California area produces 90% of Mexico’s wine. The “Ruta del Vino” (Wine Route) connects the wine producing areas of the municipality of [[Ensenada]], such as the [[Valle de Guadalupe|Valley of Guadalupe]], the Valley of Llano Colorado, Valley of Santo Tomás and the Valley of San Vicente with the port city of Ensenada and the border cities of Tijuana and Tecate. The Route connects over fifty wineries, along with upscale restaurants, hotels, museums and other attractions of this part of Baja California state. The route is marked by “Ruta del Vino” signs on the roads and highways to promote the area for enotourism, especially from the U.S. border. Another major tourism draw is the Fiesta de la Vendimia (Vintage Festival), which takes place in Ensenada and the Valley of Guadalupe every year in August. The festivals include wine tasting and contests, winery tours, fishing tournaments, cook-offs, gourmet food and concerts. These events are sponsored and/or organized by the area’s wineries. Since the event occurs in the summer, afternoon temperatures can hover around 38 °C (100 °F). Some of the events include “Noche de Cofradia en Ensenada”, which features wine and food tasting from about thirty wineries and restaurants, matching local wines with local culinary specialties. ==Stay safe== Baja California is generally safe for tourists, but drug cartels are present, particularly in the border area near [[Tijuana]], and theft and petty crime is always a risk, particularly in crowded areas. South of the U.S. border region, tourist areas like [[Ensenada]] and the wine growing areas of the [[Valle de Guadalupe|Guadalupe Valley]] are extremely safe. ==Go next== *[[Baja California Sur]] *[[El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve]] *[[California]] {{geo|29.9500|-115.1167|zoom=9}} {{IsPartOf|Baja Peninsula}} {{usableregion}} f1a5r5ih4m3ksntrzgbf7zcx7ks0v5j 0 2368 5328482 5325033 2026-08-14T18:36:44Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* Cities */ 5328482 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Baja California Sur''' (''South Lower California'') is the southern half of the [[Baja Peninsula]]. The state is known for its remote beaches, sport fishing, and breeding waters for whales and other marine mammals. ==Cities== {{mapframe|25.789|-111.929|zoom=6}} {{mapshape}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[La Paz (Mexico)|La Paz]]|lat=24.142222|long=-110.310833|wikidata=Q214215}} — state capital and the city made famous by John Steinbeck's novella, ''The Pearl'', a story about paradise lost, the city still holds some glimpses of the old magic *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Cabo San Lucas]]|lat=22.889722|long=-109.915556|wikidata=Q1020776}} — a bustling resort town and hub for sport fishermen, cruise ships, handicraft vendors, water sport aficionados and nightlife seekers *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Ciudad Constitución]]|lat=25.03267|long=--111.67554|wikidata=Q599087}} — agricultural city of about 44,000 people, transportation hub for travelers doing [[Baja Whale Trail|Baja whale tours]] *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Guerrero Negro]]|lat=27.958889|long=-114.056111|wikidata=Q957163}} — best known for the whale watching, and producing salt *{{marker|type=city|name=[[La Ventana]]|lat=24.0466|long=-109.9893|wikidata=Q6465685}} — beach town on the Sea of Cortez where windsurfing and fishing draw sportsmen, only place in Mexico where it is legal to swim with orcas and devil rays *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Loreto (Baja California)|Loreto]]|lat=26.012778|long=-111.343333|wikidata=Q1861506}} — a resort town regarded as one of the best places for fishing *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Los Barriles]]|lat=23.65|long=-109.7|wikidata=Q14223053}} — a traditional Baja village that hasn't been overtaken by resorts (yet) *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Mulegé]]|lat=26.891667|long=-111.980833|wikidata=Q1020747}} — popular for deep sea fishing, kayaking, cave tours, and bird watching *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Carlos (Baja California Sur)|San Carlos]]|lat=24.789|long=-112.107|wikidata=Q7413502}} - fishing, surfing, sea kayaking, whale watching, and doing absolutely nothing at all *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Ignacio (Baja California)|San Ignacio]]|lat=27.282222|long=-112.894444|wikidata=Q2219661}} — has a beautiful old mission, and is the gateway to the wintertime sanctuary of the Pacific gray whale *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San José del Cabo]]|lat=23.061389|long=-109.708056|wikidata=Q2088134}} — a major tourist destination that is less commercial than Cabo San Lucas, and has retained its charming historic center *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Santa Rosalía]]|lat=27.338889|long=-112.266944}} — more of a mining town than a tourist destination, it has a church designed by Gustav Eiffel *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Todos Santos]]|lat=23.448611|long=-110.223333|wikidata=Q1658489}} — famous for Hotel California, it is small and quaint with many artists and galleries; south of Todos Santos is one of Baja's better surfing destinations, Cerritos Beach ==Other destinations== [[File:Baja California Sur.jpg|thumb|Rock paintings of the Sierra de San Francisco]] [[File:Pelícano en Mulegé.jpg|thumb|A pelican in El Vizcaino]] * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=San Javier|lat=25.861111|long=-111.543611|wikidata=Q281844}} — a charming little village in the mountains behind Loreto. Most Baja visitors stick to the coast and miss a lot of the charming, very rustic little villages located in the interior backcountry. There's an impressive church, a few places to eat and drink, and a basic hotel. You can drive to San Javier, but the best way to go is to hire a horse or mule for the journey from Loreto. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[http://pncabopulmo.conanp.gob.mx/ Cabo Pulmo National Park]|lat=23.433528|long=-109.424528|wikidata=Q3364404}} — home to the oldest of only three coral reefs on the west coast of North America *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Bahia de Loreto|Bahia de Loreto National Park]]|lat=25.82496|long=-111.046|wikidata=Q6378115}} - marine mammal sanctuary with great scuba diving and kayaking * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Rock Paintings of the Sierra de San Francisco|url=http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/714|lat=27.655561|long=-112.91611}} - 11,000 year old cave paintings in a remote mountain range. {{unesco}} * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve]]|url=http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/554|lat=27.792222|long=-114.227778}} - Huge protected natural area that includes desert, Pacific coastal areas, and Sea of Cortes coastal areas. A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and {{unesco}}. ==Itineraries== * '''[[Baja Whale Trail]]''' - a trip to the breeding and birthing areas of several whale species along the coast of Baja California Sur and in the mid to upper reaches of the Sea of Cortez ==Understand== Baja California is one of the regions with the lowest rainfall in the world, so prehistoric settlement is concentrated in the vicinity of water holes along the coast. Even today, Baja California is sparsely populated, around ten people per square kilometer. Settlement is concentrated in the cities on the coast, of which Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo are among the fastest growing resorts in Mexico. ===Climate === The west side, facing the Pacific with its cool temperatures, is impressively more pleasant than the east side facing the Gulf of California. Here the water temperature is up to 26 °C and it gets very hot during the day. The east side should therefore not be visited until November. ==Get in== '''Tourist Tax'''ː As of January 2026, the state government of Baja California Sur imposes a tax of M$488 on all foreign travelers over age 12 who are staying in the state for more than 24 hours. The tax is referred to as "Embrace it". The tax can be paid by filling out a form available from the [https://embraceit.bcs.gob.mx/ state government web site]. ===By plane=== * La Paz International Airport ({{IATA|LAP}}) * Loreto International Airport ({{IATA|LTO}}) * Palo Verde Airport ({{IATA|SRL}}) * San Jose del Cabo International Airport (Aeropuerto Internacional de Los Cabos) ({{IATA|SJD}}) ===By boat=== Cruise ships frequently visit [[Cabo San Lucas|Los Cabos]]. Ferries cross the Sea of Cortez from ports in [[Sinaloa]]. * {{go | name=Baja Ferries | alt= | url=https://www.bajaferries.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 612 123 6600 | tollfree=+1-800-337-7437 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-05-21 | content=Operates overnight ferries crossing the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California) from Topolobampo and [[Mazatlan]] to La Paz on two separate routes. Ferries are large enough to transport multiple trucks, RVs and large vehicles. Sailings are generally overnight, departing at midnight. Check schedules and fares on the website. }} ==Get around== There is minimal public transportation in BCS and it is relatively complicated to use (e.g. Google Maps does not have the routes and schedules). Renting a car or using a car service is relatively convenient. Regional bus service between cities is good and is primarily provided by two companies: ABC or Aguila. === Rental Cars === To rent a car, make a reservation (ideally prepaid) before arrival. After you have your bags, exit the airport building entirely – without talking to the salespeople inside the terminal who will swear they can call your car rental agency for you, but are actually trying to upsell you on tourism packages – and cross the street to the first median where the taxis line up. There you will see a variety of people with car rental agency shirts (Hertz, Avis, etc.). These representatives will have your name on a clipboard and can get you to the car rental agency quickly and at no cost. Once at your car rental agency's building (there is a different building for each company but they are all on the same street) you will have to go through a long check-in process and will be asked to prepay for insurance, gas, tours, etc. You can decline everything except for third party liability insurance which is mandatory in Mexico. Since this is mandatory, it may be worthwhile to book a car that has it included rather than added on after you are already captive to that rental company. Though the company will try to sell other insurance to you, your credit card (e.g. premium cards for U.S. customers) may already include a collision damage waiver or other insurance packages at no cost. There are a few tolls you may cross in BCS. Google Maps will warn you of them and they can be avoided by selecting the "avoid tolls" option in your navigation settings. Be sure to have some cash with you (e.g. 100 MXN) to pay the toll. === Car services === Uber is widely available in Cabo San Lucas and at the airport. For other destinations, it may be preferable to get an airport transfer from your resort or hotel. Book this in advance of your arrival and bring cash for gratuity. U.S. Dollars are widely accepted for gratuity in Mexico. ==See== Some of the main attractions in this state are the beaches, whale sightings, observations of dolphins, sea lions and other marine species. The '''rock paintings of the Sierra de San Francisco''' are cave paintings and petroglyphs that form a set of pre-Columbian murals representative of the "Great Mural" style that flourished in the center of the Baja California peninsula. The cave paintings have been a World Heritage Site since 1993. The paintings are found in different parts of the Sierra de San Francisco, within the [[El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve]]. ==Do== '''[[Whale watching]]''' is a popular activity. The waters off Baja California are home to several species of great whales including Blue, Fin, Bryde's, Humpback, Orca, Sperm, and many others. This is perhaps the richest area in the world for whale and dolphin diversity. The [[Baja Whale Trail]] is an itinerary to some of Baja's most interesting whale habitats. '''Diving and snorkeling''' is excellent because of the fantastic diversity of marine life. The convergence of tropical influences from the south and temperate conditions from the north bring together an amazing array of species. Local dive shops and charters are available. '''Kayaking''' tours of the wilderness islands in the Loreto Marine National Park provide access to prime whale watching and snorkeling. '''[[Off-roading in Baja|Off-road driving]]''' is great fun for the motorsports adventurer. There are spectacular natural attractions including mountainous parks, sand dunes, and hot water springs that are almost impossible to reach without a 4WD vehicle. Baja is a classic off-roading destination. There are opportunities for '''surfing''' on many of the beaches on the Pacific coast, with the appropriate infrastructure such as surf schools and equipment rental. This region has long been regarded as one of the best places for '''fishing'''. Marlin, sailfish, tuna, yellowtail, wahoo, roosterfish, and dorado are abundant in the blue waters surrounding the peninsula. The '''Cabo San Lucas Flora and Fauna Protection Area''' is a protected area that is part of the UNESCO Natural Heritage that belongs to the group of islands and protected natural areas of the Gulf of California. The Arch of Cabo San Lucas and Cerro El Vigía are in this protected area. '''Bahía de Loreto National Park''' is a protected natural area that is located in the Bay of Loreto to the south of the city of Loreto where you can see dolphins, sea lions and manta rays. '''Cabo Pulmo National Park''' is a great place for diving, sport fishing, boating, rowing and kayaking. It is 63 km west of San José del Cabo. '''El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve''' and the lagoons of Ojo de Liebre and San Ignacio on the Pacific coast in the north of the state are a retreat for whales. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. ==Eat== Food in Baja California Sur is much like it is in northern [[Baja California (state)|Baja]] with a very loud emphasis on fish tacos. Fish tacos are sublime and a perfect complement to a sunny day on the beach. Although you find fish tacos everywhere around Los Cabos, La Paz and the small towns that dot the shores of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez, the dish most probably originated in the north. [[Ensenada]] lays claim to inventing the fish taco, but so does the smaller town of [[San Felipe]]. More important though is how the taco is made. Most restaurants cut boneless filets into small chunks, dip them in batter, and fry them hot and fast, wrap it in a warm corn tortilla and top it with cabbage or slaw and add a sauce (often a creamy mild salsa). Clams are a signature dish of Baja California Sur, especially clams baked in a brick oven. If you hear the term "chocolate" used in describing a clams dish it doesn't mean the dish will taste like chocolate, but rather that brown clams will be served. Of course, you'll find a wide range of seafood being served everywhere. Fresh fish is ubiquitous (and delicious). You'll also find octopus (''pulpo'') on the menu throughout the state. One of the more interesting ways to serve octopus is as a quesadilla. ''Que rico!'' ==Drink== Baja California Sur isn't known for producing wine, beer, or distilled spirits though that certainly doesn't stop them from ''consuming'' the tasty beverages produced in other states. In truth, the "think small, drink local" philosophy hasn't completely skipped over Baja Sur. A few artesanal mezcal distilleries have popped up and quite a few craft breweries have opened (especially in [[San Jose del Cabo]]). Some of the local beers you'll find in San Jose del Cabo include: * '''[https://www.bajabrewingcompany.com/ Baja Brewing Company]''' - interesting selection of beers including a smooth black ale (similar to a porter), a red ale, a stout, an IPA, a mead, and a cider * '''La Micro Brewery''' - produces three main beers including a pale ale and an IPA, visitors (and their dogs) are welcome to the brewery's tap room * '''Cerveceria de Mexico''' - produces three main beers * '''Tap Room SJ''' - produces two main beers ==Stay safe== Baja California Sur is one of the safest states in Mexico and travelers rarely experience crime problems. The problems travelers are likely to face are those related to being outdoors in a very hot, sunny climate. Use sunblock but be aware that most brands contain chemicals that destroy sensitive marine environments. Look for brands marked as "reef safe" and be aware that some tour operators may restrict the use of environmentally unfriendly products. Long stretches of remote beaches seem to beg for people to camp on the beach. Although generally safe, it is probably wise to camp with others or in organized campgrounds. ==Go next== * [[Baja Peninsula]] * [[Sinaloa]] * [[Mazatlan]] {{geo|25.846111|-111.972778|zoom=9}} {{IsPartOf|Baja Peninsula}} {{usableregion}} l8euyxlv7rebizm9tvsmib1s2b6k7f6 5328483 5328482 2026-08-14T18:38:48Z Mrkstvns 144844 typo 5328483 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Baja California Sur''' (''South Lower California'') is the southern half of the [[Baja Peninsula]]. The state is known for its remote beaches, sport fishing, and breeding waters for whales and other marine mammals. ==Cities== {{mapframe|25.789|-111.929|zoom=6}} {{mapshape}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[La Paz (Mexico)|La Paz]]|lat=24.142222|long=-110.310833|wikidata=Q214215}} — state capital and the city made famous by John Steinbeck's novella, ''The Pearl'', a story about paradise lost, the city still holds some glimpses of the old magic *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Cabo San Lucas]]|lat=22.889722|long=-109.915556|wikidata=Q1020776}} — a bustling resort town and hub for sport fishermen, cruise ships, handicraft vendors, water sport aficionados and nightlife seekers *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Ciudad Constitución]]|lat=25.03267|long=-111.67554|wikidata=Q599087}} — agricultural city of about 44,000 people, transportation hub for travelers doing [[Baja Whale Trail|Baja whale tours]] *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Guerrero Negro]]|lat=27.958889|long=-114.056111|wikidata=Q957163}} — best known for the whale watching, and producing salt *{{marker|type=city|name=[[La Ventana]]|lat=24.0466|long=-109.9893|wikidata=Q6465685}} — beach town on the Sea of Cortez where windsurfing and fishing draw sportsmen, only place in Mexico where it is legal to swim with orcas and devil rays *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Loreto (Baja California)|Loreto]]|lat=26.012778|long=-111.343333|wikidata=Q1861506}} — a resort town regarded as one of the best places for fishing *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Los Barriles]]|lat=23.65|long=-109.7|wikidata=Q14223053}} — a traditional Baja village that hasn't been overtaken by resorts (yet) *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Mulegé]]|lat=26.891667|long=-111.980833|wikidata=Q1020747}} — popular for deep sea fishing, kayaking, cave tours, and bird watching *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Carlos (Baja California Sur)|San Carlos]]|lat=24.789|long=-112.107|wikidata=Q7413502}} - fishing, surfing, sea kayaking, whale watching, and doing absolutely nothing at all *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Ignacio (Baja California)|San Ignacio]]|lat=27.282222|long=-112.894444|wikidata=Q2219661}} — has a beautiful old mission, and is the gateway to the wintertime sanctuary of the Pacific gray whale *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San José del Cabo]]|lat=23.061389|long=-109.708056|wikidata=Q2088134}} — a major tourist destination that is less commercial than Cabo San Lucas, and has retained its charming historic center *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Santa Rosalía]]|lat=27.338889|long=-112.266944}} — more of a mining town than a tourist destination, it has a church designed by Gustav Eiffel *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Todos Santos]]|lat=23.448611|long=-110.223333|wikidata=Q1658489}} — famous for Hotel California, it is small and quaint with many artists and galleries; south of Todos Santos is one of Baja's better surfing destinations, Cerritos Beach ==Other destinations== [[File:Baja California Sur.jpg|thumb|Rock paintings of the Sierra de San Francisco]] [[File:Pelícano en Mulegé.jpg|thumb|A pelican in El Vizcaino]] * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=San Javier|lat=25.861111|long=-111.543611|wikidata=Q281844}} — a charming little village in the mountains behind Loreto. Most Baja visitors stick to the coast and miss a lot of the charming, very rustic little villages located in the interior backcountry. There's an impressive church, a few places to eat and drink, and a basic hotel. You can drive to San Javier, but the best way to go is to hire a horse or mule for the journey from Loreto. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[http://pncabopulmo.conanp.gob.mx/ Cabo Pulmo National Park]|lat=23.433528|long=-109.424528|wikidata=Q3364404}} — home to the oldest of only three coral reefs on the west coast of North America *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Bahia de Loreto|Bahia de Loreto National Park]]|lat=25.82496|long=-111.046|wikidata=Q6378115}} - marine mammal sanctuary with great scuba diving and kayaking * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Rock Paintings of the Sierra de San Francisco|url=http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/714|lat=27.655561|long=-112.91611}} - 11,000 year old cave paintings in a remote mountain range. {{unesco}} * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve]]|url=http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/554|lat=27.792222|long=-114.227778}} - Huge protected natural area that includes desert, Pacific coastal areas, and Sea of Cortes coastal areas. A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and {{unesco}}. ==Itineraries== * '''[[Baja Whale Trail]]''' - a trip to the breeding and birthing areas of several whale species along the coast of Baja California Sur and in the mid to upper reaches of the Sea of Cortez ==Understand== Baja California is one of the regions with the lowest rainfall in the world, so prehistoric settlement is concentrated in the vicinity of water holes along the coast. Even today, Baja California is sparsely populated, around ten people per square kilometer. Settlement is concentrated in the cities on the coast, of which Cabo San Lucas and San José del Cabo are among the fastest growing resorts in Mexico. ===Climate === The west side, facing the Pacific with its cool temperatures, is impressively more pleasant than the east side facing the Gulf of California. Here the water temperature is up to 26 °C and it gets very hot during the day. The east side should therefore not be visited until November. ==Get in== '''Tourist Tax'''ː As of January 2026, the state government of Baja California Sur imposes a tax of M$488 on all foreign travelers over age 12 who are staying in the state for more than 24 hours. The tax is referred to as "Embrace it". The tax can be paid by filling out a form available from the [https://embraceit.bcs.gob.mx/ state government web site]. ===By plane=== * La Paz International Airport ({{IATA|LAP}}) * Loreto International Airport ({{IATA|LTO}}) * Palo Verde Airport ({{IATA|SRL}}) * San Jose del Cabo International Airport (Aeropuerto Internacional de Los Cabos) ({{IATA|SJD}}) ===By boat=== Cruise ships frequently visit [[Cabo San Lucas|Los Cabos]]. Ferries cross the Sea of Cortez from ports in [[Sinaloa]]. * {{go | name=Baja Ferries | alt= | url=https://www.bajaferries.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 612 123 6600 | tollfree=+1-800-337-7437 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-05-21 | content=Operates overnight ferries crossing the Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California) from Topolobampo and [[Mazatlan]] to La Paz on two separate routes. Ferries are large enough to transport multiple trucks, RVs and large vehicles. Sailings are generally overnight, departing at midnight. Check schedules and fares on the website. }} ==Get around== There is minimal public transportation in BCS and it is relatively complicated to use (e.g. Google Maps does not have the routes and schedules). Renting a car or using a car service is relatively convenient. Regional bus service between cities is good and is primarily provided by two companies: ABC or Aguila. === Rental Cars === To rent a car, make a reservation (ideally prepaid) before arrival. After you have your bags, exit the airport building entirely – without talking to the salespeople inside the terminal who will swear they can call your car rental agency for you, but are actually trying to upsell you on tourism packages – and cross the street to the first median where the taxis line up. There you will see a variety of people with car rental agency shirts (Hertz, Avis, etc.). These representatives will have your name on a clipboard and can get you to the car rental agency quickly and at no cost. Once at your car rental agency's building (there is a different building for each company but they are all on the same street) you will have to go through a long check-in process and will be asked to prepay for insurance, gas, tours, etc. You can decline everything except for third party liability insurance which is mandatory in Mexico. Since this is mandatory, it may be worthwhile to book a car that has it included rather than added on after you are already captive to that rental company. Though the company will try to sell other insurance to you, your credit card (e.g. premium cards for U.S. customers) may already include a collision damage waiver or other insurance packages at no cost. There are a few tolls you may cross in BCS. Google Maps will warn you of them and they can be avoided by selecting the "avoid tolls" option in your navigation settings. Be sure to have some cash with you (e.g. 100 MXN) to pay the toll. === Car services === Uber is widely available in Cabo San Lucas and at the airport. For other destinations, it may be preferable to get an airport transfer from your resort or hotel. Book this in advance of your arrival and bring cash for gratuity. U.S. Dollars are widely accepted for gratuity in Mexico. ==See== Some of the main attractions in this state are the beaches, whale sightings, observations of dolphins, sea lions and other marine species. The '''rock paintings of the Sierra de San Francisco''' are cave paintings and petroglyphs that form a set of pre-Columbian murals representative of the "Great Mural" style that flourished in the center of the Baja California peninsula. The cave paintings have been a World Heritage Site since 1993. The paintings are found in different parts of the Sierra de San Francisco, within the [[El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve]]. ==Do== '''[[Whale watching]]''' is a popular activity. The waters off Baja California are home to several species of great whales including Blue, Fin, Bryde's, Humpback, Orca, Sperm, and many others. This is perhaps the richest area in the world for whale and dolphin diversity. The [[Baja Whale Trail]] is an itinerary to some of Baja's most interesting whale habitats. '''Diving and snorkeling''' is excellent because of the fantastic diversity of marine life. The convergence of tropical influences from the south and temperate conditions from the north bring together an amazing array of species. Local dive shops and charters are available. '''Kayaking''' tours of the wilderness islands in the Loreto Marine National Park provide access to prime whale watching and snorkeling. '''[[Off-roading in Baja|Off-road driving]]''' is great fun for the motorsports adventurer. There are spectacular natural attractions including mountainous parks, sand dunes, and hot water springs that are almost impossible to reach without a 4WD vehicle. Baja is a classic off-roading destination. There are opportunities for '''surfing''' on many of the beaches on the Pacific coast, with the appropriate infrastructure such as surf schools and equipment rental. This region has long been regarded as one of the best places for '''fishing'''. Marlin, sailfish, tuna, yellowtail, wahoo, roosterfish, and dorado are abundant in the blue waters surrounding the peninsula. The '''Cabo San Lucas Flora and Fauna Protection Area''' is a protected area that is part of the UNESCO Natural Heritage that belongs to the group of islands and protected natural areas of the Gulf of California. The Arch of Cabo San Lucas and Cerro El Vigía are in this protected area. '''Bahía de Loreto National Park''' is a protected natural area that is located in the Bay of Loreto to the south of the city of Loreto where you can see dolphins, sea lions and manta rays. '''Cabo Pulmo National Park''' is a great place for diving, sport fishing, boating, rowing and kayaking. It is 63 km west of San José del Cabo. '''El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve''' and the lagoons of Ojo de Liebre and San Ignacio on the Pacific coast in the north of the state are a retreat for whales. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. ==Eat== Food in Baja California Sur is much like it is in northern [[Baja California (state)|Baja]] with a very loud emphasis on fish tacos. Fish tacos are sublime and a perfect complement to a sunny day on the beach. Although you find fish tacos everywhere around Los Cabos, La Paz and the small towns that dot the shores of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez, the dish most probably originated in the north. [[Ensenada]] lays claim to inventing the fish taco, but so does the smaller town of [[San Felipe]]. More important though is how the taco is made. Most restaurants cut boneless filets into small chunks, dip them in batter, and fry them hot and fast, wrap it in a warm corn tortilla and top it with cabbage or slaw and add a sauce (often a creamy mild salsa). Clams are a signature dish of Baja California Sur, especially clams baked in a brick oven. If you hear the term "chocolate" used in describing a clams dish it doesn't mean the dish will taste like chocolate, but rather that brown clams will be served. Of course, you'll find a wide range of seafood being served everywhere. Fresh fish is ubiquitous (and delicious). You'll also find octopus (''pulpo'') on the menu throughout the state. One of the more interesting ways to serve octopus is as a quesadilla. ''Que rico!'' ==Drink== Baja California Sur isn't known for producing wine, beer, or distilled spirits though that certainly doesn't stop them from ''consuming'' the tasty beverages produced in other states. In truth, the "think small, drink local" philosophy hasn't completely skipped over Baja Sur. A few artesanal mezcal distilleries have popped up and quite a few craft breweries have opened (especially in [[San Jose del Cabo]]). Some of the local beers you'll find in San Jose del Cabo include: * '''[https://www.bajabrewingcompany.com/ Baja Brewing Company]''' - interesting selection of beers including a smooth black ale (similar to a porter), a red ale, a stout, an IPA, a mead, and a cider * '''La Micro Brewery''' - produces three main beers including a pale ale and an IPA, visitors (and their dogs) are welcome to the brewery's tap room * '''Cerveceria de Mexico''' - produces three main beers * '''Tap Room SJ''' - produces two main beers ==Stay safe== Baja California Sur is one of the safest states in Mexico and travelers rarely experience crime problems. The problems travelers are likely to face are those related to being outdoors in a very hot, sunny climate. Use sunblock but be aware that most brands contain chemicals that destroy sensitive marine environments. Look for brands marked as "reef safe" and be aware that some tour operators may restrict the use of environmentally unfriendly products. Long stretches of remote beaches seem to beg for people to camp on the beach. Although generally safe, it is probably wise to camp with others or in organized campgrounds. ==Go next== * [[Baja Peninsula]] * [[Sinaloa]] * [[Mazatlan]] {{geo|25.846111|-111.972778|zoom=9}} {{IsPartOf|Baja Peninsula}} {{usableregion}} ctxm3mk64suatw80i0p3xnzbulgil4d 0 2883 5328717 5319697 2026-08-15T09:44:43Z ~2026-44838-03 2437613 /* Shops worth visiting */ Deleted listing for choco loco 5328717 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner |dotm=yes|Basel banner.jpg|caption=Mittlere Brücke}} [[File:Munsterplatz, Basel, Switzerland.jpg|thumb|300px|Munsterplatz in Basel]] [[File:Basel - Rheinfähre - Wettsteinbrücke - Kleinbasel Rheinweg 2011-10-25 11-02-44.jpg|thumb|300px|''Wettsteinbrücke'' in Basel]] One of Switzerland's underrated tourist destinations, '''Basel''' has a beautiful medieval old town centre, a fascinating carnival, and several world class art museums built by architects like Renzo Piano, Mario Botta and Herzog & De Meuron. Basel is also rich in architecture old and new, with a Romanesque ''Münster'' (cathedral), a Renaissance ''Rathaus'' (town hall), and various examples of high quality contemporary architecture, including more buildings by Herzog & De Meuron, Richard Meier, Diener & Diener, and various others. Located in the '''Dreiländereck''' (three countries' corner), Basel is a gateway to the Swiss [[Jura Mountains and Fribourg|Jura]] mountains and nearby cities of [[Zürich]] and [[Lucerne]], as well as the neighbouring French region of [[Alsace]] and the German [[Black Forest]]. There are a number of things to see and do if you have a few days to spend. ==Understand== {{climate chart |Basel |0.0 |5.0 |47.8 |1.0 |8.0 |45.2 |3.0 |12.0 |49.5 |6.0 |16.0 |63.5 |10.0 |20.0 |97.6 |13.0 |24.0 |86.6 |15.0 |26.0 |88.9 |15.0 |25.0 |88.3 |12.0 |21.0 |70.2 |8.0 |16.0 |74.4 |3.0 |9.0 |64.9 |1.0 |6.0 |65.0 |jansnow=72.0 |febsnow=72.0 |marsnow=44.0 |aprsnow=6.0 |maysnow=0.0 |junsnow=0.0 |julsnow=0.0 |augsnow=0.0 |sepsnow=0.0 |octsnow=1.0 |novsnow=20.0 |decsnow=76.0 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Basel]] |description= }} [[File:Dreilaendereck Basel Loerrach.jpg|thumb|300px|''Dreiländereck'', borders of Switzerland, Germany, and France meeting at the Rhine harbour of Basel]] This town of almost 180,000 people (2021) lies in the north-western corner of [[Switzerland]]. The town shares borders with [[France]] and [[Germany]] and is the heart of this tri-national region - the '''Dreiländereck''' (three countries' corner). Besides its own attractions it can serve as a good entry point to the [[Alsace]], [[Black Forest]] regions or the canton of [[Basel-Land]]. [[File:Basel 2012-10-06 Batch Part 5 (113).JPG|thumb|right|A ''Basilisk'', the mythical dragon holding the coat of arms and protecting the city]] The '''Rhine''' curves through the city and divides the town into two parts. Situated on the south and west bank is '''Grossbasel''' (Great Basel) with the medieval old town at its centre. '''Kleinbasel''' (Little Basel), featuring much of the night-life, is on the north bank. Visiting Basel can be a holiday for your vocal cords if you plan to absorb the beautiful art in silence exhibited in the many first-rate museums. Once a year it also hosts '''Art | Basel''' (see ''Do'') which is the world's premier fair for modern classics and contemporary art. Basel has one of the most amazing carnivals you're likely to see, called '''Fasnacht'''. If you're there during the "three loveliest days" of the year, prepare to be amazed, and don't expect to be able to sleep. (See ''Do'', ''Festivals''). ===Tourist information === '''[http://www.basel.com/en BaselTourismus]''', +41 61 268 68 68, the local tourist information service, has several offices, including at the main station, '''Bahnhof SBB''', and in the city centre, in the '''Stadtcasino''' building at '''Barfüsserplatz''', directly across the street from McDonald's. To organize '''guided tours''', you can also visit the office at Aeschenvorstadt 36, +41 61 268 68 32. ==Talk== Basel is a cosmopolitan city because of its university and industry and its proximity to the borders of France and Germany. The official language of the city is '''[[German]]''', but the majority of the population speaks '''Baseldytsch''', an Alemannic dialect, as their mother tongue. German is taught in schools and fluently spoken by virtually everyone, so if you speak German and they notice that you are a foreigner, they will most likely answer you in German. Also widely spoken are '''English''' and '''[[French]]''', both of which many people are able to communicate in comfortably enough to deal with everyday interactions and will gladly work to understand you. Borrowed French words are fairly common in everyday conversation; for example, Baslers often bid each other farewell with the French ''"adieu"''. Basically, the average Basler understands and speaks fluent Baseldytsch, German, English, and often French. ==Get in== If you enter Basel from France, remember the name is spelled "Bâle" in French. You may not find "Basel" on maps. ===By plane=== The best airports for Basel are the city's own '''EuroAirport''', 4 km away, or '''[[Zurich airport]]''' 90 min away by train. Other options are Geneva, with excellent flight connections but 3 hours away by change of train, and Bern (1 hr) and Strasbourg (90 min) which have fewer flights. {{marker|type=go|name=EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg|url=http://www.euroairport.com/en/|lat=47.5997|long=7.5317}} ({{IATA|BSL}}, MLH, EAP) has flights to many cities in Europe, plus Istanbul, Tel Aviv and Morocco. English-speaking destinations are Bristol, Dublin, Edinburgh, Manchester, and several London airports. There are no flights within Switzerland as land travel times are short. Transat has summer flights to Canada, but there are otherwise no direct flights to North America; nor to the Gulf - so Zurich is better for Asia. As the airport sits near the convergence of three countries it has three IATA codes: BSL Basel, MLH Mulhouse, and (less often) EAP EuroAirport, so it may help flight search to try all three. The airport lies in France, 4 km northwest of Basel - it's connected to the city and to Switzerland by a customs-free road. On arrival you either go through Swiss or French passport control and customs, into a small hall where you rejoin the people who went the other way. To reach the city: * Take bus 50 from the Swiss arrivals exit to Basel SBB main railway station (runs daily, takes 15 min). You'll need a two-zone ticket - buy it at the bus stop for Fr. 6.60 or equivalent in euros. This ticket is valid to anywhere in Basel, including transfer to trams. If you have a hotel booked in Basel, try showing your reservation to the driver, you might be allowed a free ride. Most hotels offer a free transport pass, which includes the airport bus, so the return to the airport will be taken care of. * Take bus 11 from the French arrivals exit to St Louis railway station and change to the commuter train to Basel main station. If you already have a trioregio local ticket, it covers this route. * Take a taxi. Or rent a car if you're exploring the region, but you won't want it in the city. * Flixbus runs directly from the airport to Zurich (4 per day, 1 hr 40 min), Freiburg Germany (12 per day, 1 hr) and Strasbourg (four per day, 2 hr 20 min). '''[[Zurich Airport]]''' ({{IATA|ZRH}}) has its own railway station, with direct trains at least hourly to Basel SBB, and other frequent connections via Zurich main station. The journey takes 90 min and a walk-up single adult fare is Fr.20. If you fly with ''[http://www.swiss.com Swiss]'', the national airline, you can through-book via Zurich to Basel: the connection is by train and the IATA code in Basel is {{IATA|ZDH}} the railway station, not BSL the airport. You have flexibility over which train you take, and don't need a ticket, just a boarding pass (printed or mobile) that shows your barcode. ===By train=== [[File:Basel SBB, Bahnhof.jpg|thumb|right|Central station "Basel SBB"]] [[File:BaselBadBahnhof 6746.jpg|thumb|right|Badischer Bahnhof "Basel Bad"]] Basel has two main railway stations. Almost all trains run from {{marker|type=go|name=Basel SBB|url=|lat=47.54763|long=7.58964}} about 1 km south of city centre. Within Switzerland, ''[http://www.sbb.ch/en SBB]'' trains take just under an hour to Zurich and Bern, two per hour; there are good connections across the entire country. [[Paris]] is only three hours away via the TGVs of ''[https://en.oui.sncf/en/ SNCF]''; change at [[Mulhouse]] for French regional connections. Direct trains also run to Strasbourg (1 hr 10 min) and Milan (4 hr 30 min). ICE trains into Germany follow the Rhine north via Karlsruhe to Frankfurt (3 hr), Cologne (4 hr), Hamburg (6 hr 30 min) and Berlin (7 hr). Direct ICE trains also depart from Amsterdam Centraal at 8:08 every day, and take about 6 hours and 30 minutes, also stopping at Utrecht Centraal. There are also [[sleeper trains]] once or twice nightly, taking 11 hours to Berlin or Hamburg, run by [http://www.nightjet.at Nightjet]{{Dead link|date=September 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, a subsidiary of Austrian ÖBB. The trains into Germany also call at {{marker|type=go|name=Basel Badischer Bahnhof|url=|lat=47.5675| long=7.6073}} (abbreviated Basel Bad Bf), north of the river in Kleinbasel. However some regional trains to southern Germany start from Basel Bad and don't call at Basel SBB: these hug the border as far as Schaffhausen then follow the Danube to Ravensburg and Ulm. ===By car=== When arriving from Germany via the '''A5''' highway, you pass the border control near '''[[Weil am Rhein]]''' just outside Basel and enter the city via the same highway, now named '''A2/3''' (you're in Switzerland), which passes north of the city centre and continues on to other Swiss cities, including '''Zürich''', '''Berne''', and '''Lucerne'''. To get to the city centre in ''Grossbasel'' (the larger section of the city) look for signs to '''Bahnhof SBB'''; if you want to arrive in ''Kleinbasel'' (the smaller part on the other bank of the Rhine), look for '''Messe Basel'''. Arriving from Zürich or central Switzerland, you are on the same ''A2/3'' highway, just in the opposite direction - same exits. For parking in the city, see below ''Get around - By car''. If you drive into Basel, '''make sure you have a valid Vignette''' (toll sticker) if you drive on the Autobahn! The Vignette costs Fr. 40 and is valid for the calendar year indicated on the sticker. If you do not and are caught without one, expect to pay a fine of Fr. 100 plus the cost of a Vignette. ===By boat=== In summer cruise ships (various operators) sail the Rhine between Amsterdam and Basel. But these are scenic cruises taking 8 days to tour the cities along the way; they're not point-to-point ferries. ===By bus=== [http://www.flixbus.com/ Flixbus] operates long-distance buses from Basel SBB direct to Frankfurt (5-7 hr), Munich (6-9 hr), Cologne (8 hr), Hanover (10 hr), Hamburg (13 hr), Milan (5 hr 30 min), Brussels (9 hr), Paris (9 hr), Amsterdam (13 hr), and Rome (14 hr). [https://www.twiliner.com/ Twiliner] buses take 11 hours from Amsterdam via Rotterdam, Brussels and Luxembourg, heading for Zurich. Their seats fold flat into a bunk: there's some disturbance from bumps in the road and noise at intermediate stops, but no worse than in a railway sleeping car, for similar comfort and half the price. ===By tram=== The Basel tramway has international lines to [[Saint Louis (Haut-Rhin)]] in France and [[Weil am Rhein]] in Germany. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|47.558|7.589|zoom=13|height=|width=560|layer=|staticmap=|align=|name=}} {{Mapshape}} ===On foot=== This is the standard mode of travel for many within the city. Old Basel isn't very large and there are many narrow and winding side streets with incredible slopes. [[File:Staatsarchiv des Kantons Basel-Stadt.JPG|thumb|300px|The State Archives in an alley on ''Münsterberg'']] The shopping streets in the old city are closed to car traffic. Tourists will walk a lot - and be pleased and impressed at every turn. But the walking can be a bit strenuous after a while, particularly when walking on cobblestone alleys in the old town, which can also get quite steep. Walking around Basel can be a real cardiovascular workout for some if you wander off the main streets - but it's the best way to experience the city. Trams have the right of way over just about everyone - all the time. Keep an eye out for them as you cross a street, including on pedestrian crossings. ===By tram and bus=== [[File:Basel - Straßenbahn - Netzplan.png|thumb|[[File:Tram-Logo.svg|20px]] (2017)]] Basel has an extensive [http://www.bvb.ch/docs/default-source/regiofahrplan/liniennetz_bs_stelen_2017.pdf tram (light rail) and bus network]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. The bright green trams and buses are the greatest amenity you can imagine: absolutely prompt, relatively inexpensive, clean and very convenient. Each stop has maps of the public transport system and a listing of arrival times. The 8 and 10 trams and the 38 and 55 buses '''cross international borders''' - bear this in mind for carrying goods and identification! '''[http://www.bvb.ch/en/tickets-fares Tickets]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' * ''Ticket Machines'': Buy single tickets here, there is no vending inside the trams and buses. Every stop has one - bright green as the trams. They take both Swiss Francs and Euros. Some train station vending machines also sell tickets for trams and buses. :Inside the city limits, all destinations farther than 4 stops away are 1 Zone and cost Fr. 3.80. As long as you are travelling away from the stop where you got on, you can ride on the same ticket for as long as the ticket is valid. The fare for buses and trams is the same and transfers (changing) is free. There are also special buses that connect to nearby towns in France and Germany. * ''Mobility Pass'': All hotels in Basel, including the youth hostel, offer each registered guest a free "Mobility Pass" upon check in. This gives free unlimited travel in Basel and suburbs (including to and from the airport) for the duration of their stay. This is easily worth the price of a lunch every day you stay. (If you have written confirmation of a hotel reservation you can also use this to travel from the railway station or airport to your hotel. At least one respected hotel in Basel advertises this fact on their web site.) * ''Day Pass'': You can also buy one-day passes (Press "Tageskarten" then "Basel + Agglomeration" buttons on the touch-screen ticket machine) with the same validity as the "Mobility Pass" above (zones 10, 11, 13 und 15) for Fr. 9.90. There are also multi-trip tickets or multi-day tickets. [[File:Barfüsserplatz 3.JPG|thumb|Basel's old city centre]] * ''6-Trip One Zone Multi-Ticket'' (Mehrfahrtenkarte): 6 trips for the price of 5. Worth buying for a group or if you plan on spending more than a couple of days in Basel. Available at every kiosk in town and at ticket machines which have a credit card reader. Not significantly cheaper but it saves you having to fiddle around with change. * ''Halbtax-Abo'': If you own a Halbtax-Abo (half-tariff card) issued by Swiss Railways SBB, you can buy half-tariff tram tickets as well. (The cost of the Halbtax-Abo is Fr.&nbsp;150, worthwhile if you plan to spend more than Fr.&nbsp;300 on Swiss train tickets during your trip or within one year - which can happen quite quickly). Tram and bus travel is on the honour system. Nobody collects your ticket. Periodically, a number (4-8) of "tram police" (undercover agents) board a tram and quickly examine everyone's ticket before the next stop. If you don't have one, there is an on-the-spot fine of 80 Fr. Even in this exercise, there is efficiency - if you don't have cash available you'll be given the option to pay later at the office on Barfüsserplatz, but then it will cost you Fr. 100. '''Handling trams and buses''' To open the door from outside press the button near the door on newer (low floor) trams, or the orange lit button beside the door on older trams and buses. Inside, press a button on the door of the newer trams or the small black button on the grab rail near the door on older trams and buses, and the door will then open automatically as soon as the tram stops. Doors close automatically before the tram starts moving. Hold on! Trams accelerate quickly and brake quite abruptly. Upcoming stops are announced by a recorded voice in Standard German (as well as English and French at main stops) along with the numbers of connecting trams at that stop. Trams change routes slightly at certain times of year (summer, Fasnacht). This will be signposted at stops, and usually also on the overhead screens that display departure times - see photo (look for a scrolling message highlighted with ***). If a tram is temporarily diverted because of an accident this is announced inside and at stops over PA - but in Swiss German: ask a fellow passenger or the driver if it's Greek to you. ===By bike=== Basel is a bicycle-friendly city, with many well-marked bicycle lanes throughout the city, and even traffic signals and left-hand turn lanes for bikes. While drivers are generally aware of bikers, be sure to use hand signals and ride defensively. Beware of the trams! If you are not careful, your wheels may also get stuck in the tram tracks and this can make you fly. Helmets are not required (although recommended), but lights and bells are. The Swiss are quite keen cyclists, so don't be surprised when an old lady goes flying past you on her bike while going uphill. Besides local commuter bike lanes, there are specific bike trails that connect to other parts of Switzerland (via the '''[http://www.cycling-in-switzerland.ch Veloland Schweiz]''' network, recommended for overland bicycling tours). These bike trails are indicated by signs at some intersections. '''Bike rental''' The most convenient option for the majority of short-term visitors wishing to cycle is the local bike-sharing system '''[http://www.velospot.info Velospot]'''. Register on the website, get your method of payment verified, and you'll receive a PIN code tied to your account which can be used to lock and unlock the bright red bikes that can be found all over the city. As of September 2023, the standard tariff is Fr. 0.10/minute + Fr. 1.00 unlocking fee, but there are also daily, weekly and other concession passes. Daily cap for the standard tariff is Fr. 24.00 for traditional bikes and Fr. 48.00 for e-bikes. A bit oddly, there is no app and hence no QR code system common with other bike-sharing systems in Europe; use the map on the website to find bike stations. Bikes which are returned outside of stations attract a Fr. 20.00 penalty fee. Alternatively, bikes can be rented locally from the '''[http://www.rentabike.ch Rent-a-Bike]''' underground bike park, {{phone|+41 51 229-2345}}, at Centralbahnplatz, underneath the Basel SBB railway station. This option may be better if you stay in Basel for longer, need more flexibility or you're after something other than a city bike. ===By boat=== [[File:Basel Münsterfähre 0185-dz.jpg|thumb|''Münsterfähri'' - ferry below the Cathedral]] * You can be carried across the Rhine by [http://www.faehri.ch/ '''Fähri'''], one of Basel's four small ferry boats, which, hanging at a steel rope, are silently drawn by the current between the two banks of the river. One river crossing costs Fr. 1.60 for adults and 0.80 for children. The most popular one may be the one that starts in Grossbasel just below the ''Münster''. * Various day excursions up and down the Rhine, on large motor boats, are offered by '''[http://www.bpg.ch Basler Personenschiffahrt]''', Reservations phone {{phone|+41 61 639-9500}}. Boats depart from '''Schifflände''', near the Grossbasel end of Mittlere Brücke. ===By car=== Driving in Basel is not recommended for visitors, as inner city streets can be confusing - and are shared with trams (cars must yield to trams). Parking in the old city is relatively expensive and scarce. Most mid-range or luxury hotels have or help with parking. In addition, there is a network of clean, safe (and payable) public garages at the periphery of the city centre, generally open 24/7. If you stay for the day only and are driving via highway into Grossbasel, try ''Centralbahnparking'' near the SBB Station; if you're entering in Kleinbasel, try ''Parking Badischer Bahnhof'', near the German railway station. Closer to the city centre in Grossbasel are ''Steinen Parking'' at Steinenschanze 5 and ''Elisabethen Parking'', at Steinentorberg 5, and in Kleinbasel ''Messe Basel Parking'' at Messeplatz. A handy website with availability and driving directions to all public garages can be found [http://www.parkleitsystem-basel.ch/stadtplan.php here]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ==See== === Old Town === [[File:Basler - Basler Münster Westfassade.jpg|thumb|Basler Münster ''(Basel Minster)'']] Basel Old Town is a compact, walkable area bounded to the north by the Rhine and to the south by the Zoo and SBB main railway station. There are many museums, some with a free opening hour at the end of the day. * {{see | name=Basler Münster | alt=Basel Minster | url=http://www.baslermuenster.ch/ | email= | address=Münsterplatz | lat=47.556389 | long=7.5925 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Nov-Mar: M-Sa 11:00-16:00, Su 11:30-16:00; Apr-Oct: 10:00-17:00, Sa 10:00-16:00, Su 11:30-17:00 | price=Free; Fr. 6 to climb towers | wikipedia=Basel Minster | image=Basler Muenster 14.05.2013.jpg | wikidata=Q666479 | lastedit=2025-05-18 | content=Now a Reformed Protestant cathedral, it was built from 1019, badly damaged in an earthquake of 1356, and completed in 1500 in Romanesque & Gothic style. The ''Galluspforte'' (Gallus portal) on the western façade is a magnificent sculptural work. Figures carved on the main (south) façade include St. George slaying the Dragon. Inside, there's a sandstone lectern, and a crypt with tombs of early bishops of Basel; also buried here is Jacob Bernoulli, who discovered the mathematical constant ''e''. You can climb either or both towers: St. Martin's is 62 m and St. George's is 65 m. }} * {{see | name=Elisabethenkirche | alt= | url= | email= | address=Elisabethenstrasse 14 | lat=47.5528 | long=7.59111 | directions=T-jcn with Henric Petri Strasse | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 09:00-19:00, Su 12:00-19:00 | price= | wikipedia=Elisabethenkirche, Basel | image=Elisabethenkirche Basel 2006 820.JPG | wikidata=Q687022 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Protestant church completed in 1864 in neo-Gothic Revival style. Note the stone pulpit with wooden canopy. }} [[File:Basel Rathaus 0209-kh.jpg|thumb|330px|Basler Rathaus ''(Town Hall)'']] * A good start to a walking tour of the Old Town is '''Marktplatz''', the market square. Lots of flowers, fresh fruit & veg, breads and pastries; Saturday mornings are the busiest. The '''Rathaus''' or Town Hall here is a beautifully renovated Renaissance palace. It's still in official use, but you can wander into the courtyard, or join a guided tour with ''[http://www.baseltourismus.ch/ Basel Tourismus]''. * Extra city walls were built after the great earthquake of 1356, and several gateways still stand around the city perimeter: ''Spalentor'' to the west, ''St. Alban Tor'' near Aeschenplatz to the east, and ''St. Johanns Tor'' to the north near the Rhine. [[File:Basel Kunstmuseum 0211-ab.jpg|thumb|Kunstmuseum Basel]] * {{see | name=Kunstmuseum Basel | alt=Fine Arts Museum | url=http://www.kunstmuseumbasel.ch/ | email= | address=St. Alban-Graben 16 | lat=47.554167 | long=7.594167 | directions=city centre | phone=+41 61 206 62 62 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00-18:00 | price=Fr. 16 for all 3 buildings | wikipedia=Kunstmuseum Basel | image=Basler Kunstmuseum.jpg | wikidata=Q194626 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Huge permanent collection of 19th and 20th century works, including a whole room of Picasso, and medieval and renaissance paintings from Holbein, Grien and others. Housed in two buildings: Hauptbau & Neubau.<br />On the same ticket but in the separate Gegenwart building at St. Alban-Rheinweg 60 (10-minute walk from the main facility) is the Museum of Contemporary Art, open Tu-Su 11:00-18:00. }} * {{see | name=Kunsthalle Basel | alt= | url=http://www.kunsthallebasel.ch/ | email= | address=Steinenberg 7 | lat=47.553889 | long=7.590833 | directions=city centre | phone=+41 61 206 99 00 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu W F 11:00-18:00, Th 11:00–20:30, Sa Su 11:00–17:00 | price= | wikipedia=Kunsthalle Basel | image=Kunsthalle Basel 2008-03-30.jpg | wikidata=Q614652 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=No permanent collection, this is Basel's main non-commercial art space for changing contemporary art shows. Throughout the year, the Kunsthalle shows cutting edge international artists in meticulously curated shows. }} * {{see | name=Museum der Kulturen | alt=Museum of Cultures | url=http://www.mkb.ch/ | email= | address=Münsterplatz 20 | lat=47.557222 | long=7.590833 | directions= | phone=+41 61 266 56 00 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00-17:00 | price= | wikipedia=Museum of Cultures (Basel) | image=MuseumderKulturen Basel 03.jpg | wikidata=Q639818 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Ethnographic museum featuring exhibits from South America, Africa, East Asia and Oceania. The exhibits from the South Seas, Ancient America, Tibet and Bali are world-famous, as are its textiles. }} * {{see | name=Antikenmuseum Basel | alt=Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection | url=http://www.antikenmuseumbasel.ch/ | email= | address=St. Albangraben 5 | lat=47.554378 | long=7.593253 | directions=Across street from Kunstmuseum | phone=+41 61 201 12 12 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu W & Sa Su 11:00-17:00, Th F 11:00-22:00 | price=Fr. 10 | wikipedia=Antikenmuseum Basel und Sammlung Ludwig | image=Antikenmuseum Basel 2008-03-30.jpg | wikidata=Q576081 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Huge collection of antiquities: some Egyptian and Mesopotamian art, but mostly Greek art. }} * {{see | name=Spielzeug Welten Museum | alt=Toy World Museum | url=https://www.spielzeug-welten-museum-basel.ch/en/ | email= | address=Steinenvorstadt 1 | lat=47.553889 | long=7.588889 | directions=jcn with Barfüsserplatz | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00-18:00 | price=Fr. 7; accompanied children to 16 free | wikipedia=Dollhouse Museum | image=Puppenhausmuseum 2008-03-30.jpg | wikidata=Q675827 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Colossal collection of teddy bears, dolls houses, puppets and other toys. }} * Bounding the Old Town to the north is the '''Rhine'''. The bridges give a good view, and a 3-km promenade stretches along the riverbank. The ''Faehri'' (ferry) plies along it - see "Getting Around". You can even take a dip in it if it's really hot, as many locals do (see "Do / Sports" and ''Stay safe''). === Further out === : Bring your passport, as even a short bus or tram ride may carry you out of the country. It's in the Schengen area, but security checks are always possible. [[File:Fastnachtsbrunnen.jpg|thumb|right|Tinguely's Fasnachtsbrunnern, Carnival Fountain]] [[File:Basel (9486189627) (3).jpg|thumb|People swimming in the Rhine]] * {{see | name=Museum Jean Tinguely | alt= | url=http://www.tinguely.ch | email= | address=Paul Sacher-Anlage 1 | lat=47.559167 | long=7.612222 | directions=N bank of river, 1.5 km east of Mittlere Brücke, follow promenade; or bus no. 36 | phone=+41 61 681 93 20 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Su 11:00-18:00 | price=Fr 18 | wikipedia=Museum Tinguely | image=Basel Museum Tinguely 2008-5-31.jpg | wikidata=Q180904 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Enjoy the wacky animated mechanical artwork of Jean Tinguely (1925-1991), and other "kinetic" modern artists. The building was designed by Mario Botta, whose other museum buildings include the San Francisco MOMA. <br />Another of his machine sculptures, the ''Fasnachtsbrunnen'' ("Carnival Fountain") can be seen on the plaza in front of ''Restaurant Kunsthalle'' on Steinenberg. There's more of his work in Fribourg, where he was born. }} * {{see | name=Basel Zoo | alt= | url=http://www.zoobasel.ch | email= | address=Binningerstrasse 40 | lat=47.547336 | long=7.578764 | directions=400 m west of main railway station | phone=+41 61 295 35 35 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:30 | price=Fr. 21 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | wikipedia=Basel Zoo | image=Basel 032.jpg | wikidata=Q220009 | content=Oldest and largest zoo in Switzerland. Have lunch watching the elephants and see the monkeys solving problems for food in the Monkey House. }} * {{see | name=Fondation Beyeler | alt= | url=https://www.fondationbeyeler.ch/fr/Home | email= | address=Temporary entrance via Bachtelenweg during 2018 | lat=47.588139 | long=7.651056 | directions=in Riehen 10 km E of centre, take tram no. 6 | phone=+41 61 645 97 00 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 10:00-18:00, W until 20:00 | price=Adults Fr. 28 | wikipedia=Beyeler Foundation | image=Switzerland riehen fondation beyeler.jpg | wikidata=Q673833 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Elegant museum designed by Renzo Piano, housing the fabulous collection of art dealer Ernst Beyeler. Highlights of the permanent collection include works by Mark Rothko and a vast ''nymphéas'' (water lily) painting by Claude Monet. There's usually also temporary exhibitions, and see also ''Art Basel'' under "Events". }} * {{see | name=Laurenz-Stiftung Schaulager | alt= | url=http://www.schaulager.org/ | email= | address=Ruchfeldstrasse 19 | lat=47.528333 | long=7.610278 | directions=5 km south of centre, take tram 11 | phone=+41 61 335 32 32 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00-18:00, Th to 20:00 | price=Fr. 22 | wikidata=Q666572 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=''Schaulager'' means "display-warehouse" and the building is a hybrid between a storage space, art history research centre, and museum, with changing temporary exhibitions. The core of it is the Emanuel Hoffmann Foundation's modern and contemporary art collection. The Foundation was created by heirs to the fortune of the pharmaceutical multinational Hoffmann-La Roche. }} * {{see | name=Kunsthaus Baselland | alt= | url=http://www.kunsthausbaselland.ch | email= | address=St. Jakob-Strasse 170 Muttenz | lat=47.54089 | long=7.62319 | directions=2 km E of centre, take tram 14 from Barfüsserplatz to Schänzli | phone=+41 61 3128388 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 11:00–17:00 | price=Fr 12 | image= | wikidata=Q1792438 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Changing exhibitions of contemporary art, particularly the ''Regionale'', an annual platform for young artists from the "Three Countries' Corner". It also houses the ''BEWE Collection'' (donated by collectors Bruno and Elisabeth Weiss), which focuses on the oeuvre of two renowned Basel based modernist artist groups: ''Rot-Blau'' and ''Gruppe 33''. }} * {{see | name=Vitra Design Museum | alt= | url=http://www.design-museum.de/ | email= | address=Charles-Eames-Str. 2, Weil am Rhein, Germany | lat=47.601667 | long=7.618889 | directions=east of Rhine 6 km from Basel centre: bus 55 from Basel | phone=+49 7621 702 3200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 10:00-18:00 | price=€11, with Schaudepot €17 | wikipedia=Vitra Design Museum | image=Vitra Design Museum.JPG | wikidata=Q700747 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Museum of furniture and lighting in three buildings. The main building (by Frank Gehry) hosts large exhibitions, and the Gallery smaller ones. The Schaudepot, opened in 2017, makes it possible to see the permanent collection. <br />Other remarkable buildings on the Vitra campus (guided tour Tu-Su at 12:00 and 14:00, 2 hours, call ahead) are by Zaha Hadid, Tadao Ando, Nicholas Grimshaw and Alvaro Siza. And yes, you exit through the gift shop: VitraHaus allows you to sample, order and purchase. }} * {{see | name=Fernet Branca Musée d'Art Contemporain | alt= | url=http://fondationfernet-branca.org/ | email= | address=Rue du Ballon 2, Saint-Louis, France | lat=47.5848 | long=7.56097 | directions=12 km west of Basel, take bus from Schifflände (near Mittlere Brücke) to Carrefour | phone=+33 3 89691077 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-Su 13:00-18:00 | price=€8 | image=Musée Fernet branca 1.jpg | wikidata=Q1367990 | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Changing contemporary art exhibitions, see website for schedule. }} ==Do== Basel is one of the major cities in Switzerland and offer all activities of an urban centre. Most popular is the Basel Carnival but the Basel ferry is the icon. * {{do | name=Basel ferry | url=http://www.faehri.ch/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=behind Münster | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Basel Rhine ferry is an icon of the city and a visit to Basel without a ride on a ferry would be incomplete. It only takes two-three minutes but it offers a great view (during sunshine). }} * {{do | name=The Third Man | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Chase ''The Third Man''? While Carol Reed's classic post-war ''film noir'' actually takes place in Vienna, you can recreate its dark atmosphere by taking a guided tour of Basel's underground sewerage system (don't worry, this being Switzerland, it's not overly smelly). After entering a tunnel at ''Heuwaage'', you follow the ''Birsig'' river underground to its estuary in the Rhine. The 1 hour 15 min tour ends at Restaurant '''[http://www.safran-zunft.ch Safran-Zunft]''' in the city center, where you are taken up into the light again - and to tasty snacks. The tour requires a group to justify the somewhat high cost of Fr. 250 (per group, not person); you should either find like-minded folks or try to join an existing group. Contact the urban planning firm ''Lindenberg 3'', {{phone|+41 61 683 56 52}}, for details and reservation. }} === Events === ====Basler Fasnacht==== This is Basel's version of [http://www.fasnachts-comite.ch/en Carnival]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, and a premier event during the year, lasting for three straight days, beginning on the Monday following Ash Wednesday. Don't confuse it with the more raucous festivals in traditionally Catholic areas, such as the German Rhineland (''Karneval'') and Munich (''Fasching''), or Carnival in Rio or Mardi Gras in New Orleans. It can actually have a kind of somber feel, although with a distinct poetry and subtle humour, which you may learn to like. Many locals are dead-serious about it, often preparing their costumes and practising their skills on the traditional musical instruments (military drums and piccolo flutes) throughout most of the year. If you are not a Basler, avoid dressing up silly or putting on make-up, as this is neither customary nor appreciated by locals - who mostly prefer to stay among themselves for what many consider "the three loveliest days" of the year. But that's no reason to be discouraged (thousands of tourists aren't anyway), just have the right approach: [http://starswebworx.lc-stars.com/swiss_photo/pictures1.htm Fasnacht]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} starts Monday morning with an eerie procession called '''Morgestraich''': At precisely 04:00, street lights are turned off, and hundreds of traditional bands (''cliquen''), dressed up in elaborate costumes and masks (''larven''), parade through the densely packed streets of the old town. Arrive well in advance - and on foot - or you will not get through to the city centre. It's not recommended for the claustrophobic, although it is peaceful, despite the masses. Absolutely ''don't'' use flash photography! It ruins the atmosphere, marks you as a tourist and creates hundreds of instant enemies. Morgestraich lasts for about 2–3 hours, during which restaurants are open - if mobbed - and you can warm up with a traditional ''zibelewaie'' (a kind of quiche) and a ''mählsuppe'' (a soup made of sauteed flour). It's an acquired taste, so perhaps wash it down with a glass of white wine. Almost all of the restaurants mentioned in the '''Eat''' section below are open during Morgestraich - but perhaps don't choose McD. After Morgestraich, everyone goes home to get some hours of sleep - or sometimes to work, if you are a Basler. There are similar parades, the ''cortège'', by the cliquen on Monday and Wednesday afternoon, along a predetermined route through most of the inner city. The elaborate costumes and masks, and the large hand-painted '''lanterns''' (''ladäärne''), are the pride of each clique, and are often designed by a local artist. Each clique chooses a ''sujet'', a motto that typically pokes fun at some (often local) political event of the past year and which is reflected in the costumes and lanterns. You don't need to understand the sujet to appreciate the beauty of the artistic renderings. The lanterns are also on display on Tuesday nights, at '''Münsterplatz'''. In the evenings, the cortège route is all but abandoned, and large and small cliquen roam through the smaller alleys of the old town (''gässle''). It is common for spectators who like the look or sound of one of the cliquen to follow it around on foot for a while. As the pace of the cliquen is a slow stroll, and as the music can be lovely, this may even be kind of romantic, particularly if you are holding hands with a date. But Fasnacht is nothing like Mardi Gras, so don't expect ladies baring their breasts. Overt sexuality is a no, and aggressive attempts at picking up are frowned upon, as is binge-drinking. Remember: it's an almost somber if poetic affair. Try to blend in with locals, perhaps express some friendly curiosity about a costume or a sujet when talking to someone, and you are likely to have a much better time. Tuesday is the day of the children, and of the ''Guggemusig'', noisy brass bands that intentionally play off key. On Tuesday night at 22:00, dozens of these bands play on two stages, at '''Claraplatz''' and '''Barfüsserplatz'''. This is the one day where things get much merrier, particularly in the more proletarian neighbourhoods of '''Kleinbasel''', where many of the Guggemusige have their home. [[File:Chienbaese Liestal 3268.jpg|thumb|Burning ''Bäse'']] * {{do | name=Chienbäse | alt= | url=http://www.chienbaese.ch/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Combine Fasnacht with the amazing fire spectacle of Chienbäse parade in nearby town of '''Liestal''', capital of the neighboring canton Basel-Landschaft (15 minutes by train from the SBB Station), which starts at 19:15 on the Sunday evening preceding Morgestraich. Locals clad in (kind of) fireproof garb parade through the narrow and spectator-lined streets of the town, carrying large burning wooden brooms (''bäse'') above their heads. Other groups are drawing iron carts with huge bonfires - which they even rush through some of the old town gates, as the flames lick the structures above. There are a number of inconclusive interpretations of this pagan-seeming custom but, again, you don't necessarily need to understand any of them to appreciate the eerie and even mildly threatening beauty of the parade. }} * '''Fasnachtsbummel'''. The three Sunday afternoons following Fasnacht, the cliquen tour the countryside and small towns around Basel and return to Basel for a final large evening parade - the ''bummel'' (lit. stroll). No costumes, just music. ===Art | Basel and other art fairs=== * '''[http://www.art.ch/ Art | Basel]''' Mid-June. Co-founded by gallery owner Ernst Beyeler (see '''Beyeler Foundation''') in the late 1960s, this is the world's premier fair for modern and contemporary art. Another event that seems to all but double the population of the city. The five day fair attracts major galleries and wealthy art collectors from around the world. ArtBasel showcases works by virtually every important artist from the late 19th century up to red hot trendsetters. Concurrently with Art | Basel, three other contemporary arts fairs are held in Basel each year, '''[http://www.liste.ch Liste]''', '''[http://www.voltashow.com Voltashow]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' and '''[http://www.hot-art-fair.com Hot Art]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}'''. Liste and Voltashow feature international but generally younger and less established artists from around the globe, while Balelatina focuses on art from Latin America. All three "little sister" fairs tend to make room for (somewhat) more affordable artists than Art | Basel. Competition among galleries to get into Art | Basel is immense and prices for renting a booth astronomical. So expect the prices to reflect that. But Basel is well worth a trip just for this gigantic artfest if you are interested in seeing modern art, in being seen seeing modern art, and in buying modern art (if you can afford it). The international art world virtually takes over Basel for the week leading up to and during the fairs, with all kinds of art-themed parties and side events and much the same kind of beautiful (and somewhat self-important) people whose company you can enjoy, or not, in New York's Chelsea and London's East End. If you're serious about visiting the fairs, plan at least three days to see them all - Art | Basel alone is exhaustingly vast in scope and requires at least a day (unless you already know which Picasso or Rauschenberg you've got your eyes on). By the way, because of its immense success, Art | Basel has branched out to a second fair, Art | Basel | MiamiBeach, held in December in Miami, Florida, by all accounts an even bigger zoo. * Basel is a permanent exhibit of the expertise of artisans. In the alleys near Barfüsserplatz and Marketplatz - and near the University, just look at the paving stones in the streets. The patterns inlaid in the streets are beautiful! Clearly, the handwork of artisans over the centuries is manifest in so many places. A simple walking tour - anywhere in Basel - reveals extraordinary performance. This standard extends in the modern time to the handcraft of the local pastries and chocolates. There is a tradition here. History sets the standard and in modern times - at least in some practices - the tradition continues. ====Other fairs and markets==== [[File:BaselMessehalle2 6749.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Hall 2 of Messe Basel]] * {{do | name=BaselWorld | alt= | url=http://www.baselworld.ch | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=''International Watch and Jewelry fair''. Late March-Early April. The world's biggest watch and jewelry trade show. The city's population more than doubles during this convention. The watch displays are particularly elaborate, with the exhibition space set up like an indoor version of New York's 5th Avenue. }} ''Art | Basel'' and ''BaselWorld'' shows take place at '''[http://www.mch-group.com/en-US/venues/basel/messe-basel.aspx Messe Basel]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', Messeplatz (''Kleinbasel'') one of Switzerland's biggest trade fair venues, which also hosts several other trade shows throughout the year. * {{do | name=Basel Herbstmesse | alt=autumn fair | url=http://www.visitbasel.ch/basler-herbstmesse/basler-herbstmesse-2017.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-02-02 | content=Two weeks beginning on the last Saturday of October every year. Rides, booths, shooting alleys and lots of food in several locations all over the city, including ''Messeplatz'' (biggest site with most attractions, including rollercoaster and the like), ''Barfüsserplatz'' and ''Münsterplatz'' (where you get nice views from the Ferris wheel). Recommended: the cosy market at ''Petersplatz'', near the main ''University'' building, where you can take a leisurely stroll and buy almost anything you never needed - from china, spices and tea, hand-drawn candles, knitted sweaters, leather goods to the latest household cleaning tools - and of course tons of tasty fast food, from healthy corn on the cob to less healthy ''Wurst'' varieties. }} * {{do | name=Basler Weihnachtsmarkt | alt=Christmas market | url=http://www.baslerweihnacht.ch/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Last week in November until 23 December in ''Barfüsserplatz''. }} ===Theatre and classical music=== * {{do | name=Theater Basel | alt= | url=http://www.theater-basel.ch/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 295 11 33 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Box office, is a three stage public theater in the city center. The '''Grosse Bühne''' (grand stage), in the theater's main building on Theaterplatz, is primarily used for operas and ballet. The '''Schauspielhaus''', re-opened in 2002 in a new building on nearby Steinentorstr. 7, offers drama and comedy plays (in German and sometimes Swiss-German). The '''Kleine Bühne''', also in the main building, is used for smaller drama productions or other unclassifiable genres. The repertoire of all three stages typically features a mixture of classic European canon (plays by Schiller, Chekhov, Ibsen, etc., operas by Mozart, Verdi, and the like) and contemporary, sometimes experimental, shows that may defy genre borders. Even classical plays or operas will generally be given a contemporary treatment. Not for a traditionalist's taste but enjoyable for the adventurous spectator. Both the drama and opera productions garner attention beyond Basel and are reviewed by the German speaking press all over Europe. }} * {{do | name=Symphony Orchestra Basel | alt=Sinfonieorchester Basel | url=http://www.sinfonieorchesterbasel.ch | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=It is the opera orchestra of the ''Theater Basel'' (''see above''), and also performs classical symphonies and other pieces on the ''Grosse Bühne'' and in another venue, '''[http://www.casinogesellschaft-basel.ch/ Stadtcasino Basel]''', which features an excellent grand auditorium. Tickets for the Orchestra are generally available via the Theater Basel box office (''see above'') }} Other theatre venues include '''Fauteuil''' and '''[http://www.fauteuil.ch Tabourettli]''', box office +41 61 261 26 10, two small stages in a medieval manor on picturesque Spalenberg 12, near ''Marktplatz'', presenting (very) light comedy, usually in ''Baseldytsch'', and some ''Fasnacht''-related events during the season; and '''[http://www.musicaltheaterbasel.ch/ Musicaltheater Basel]''', Feldbergstrasse 151, near ''Messe Basel'', box office via [http://www.ticketcorner.ch Ticketcorner]. ===Dance, rock and jazz=== * {{do | name=Kaserne | alt= | url=http://www.kaserne-basel.ch | email= | address=Klybeckstr. 1b, Kleinbasel | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 66 66 000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= A concert (Indie Rock, Electronic Music, Hip Hop, Drum'n'Bass), theater and dance venue. }} * {{do | name=the bird's eye | alt= | url=http://www.birdseye.ch | email= | address=Kohlenberg 20, city center | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 263 33 41 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= A casual jazz club and home to mostly local talent. }} * '''Offbeat/Jazzschule Basel''' is a promoter of jazz concerts, often bringing big international names to the city. Concerts take place in various venues, including ''Stadtcasinoo'' and ''Theater Basel'' (''see above''). Check current programming via [http://www.jsb.ch/offbeat/festival.html Offbeat]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, tickets also there, or at the ''Theater Basel'' box office {{phone|+41 61 295 11 33}}. * {{do | name=Hinterhof | alt= | url=http://hinterhof.ch/ | email= | address=Münchensteinerstrasse 81, M-Parc station | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 331 04 00 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Live acts, bar culture, exhibitions. This place opened its doors in winter 2011 and has been vibrant ever since. Suitable for short visits to the rooftop bar and dancefloor, since they offer frequent parties with no entry fee. }} * {{do | name=Nordstern | alt= | url=http://nordstern.com/ | email= | address=Voltastrasse 30, Voltaplatz station | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 383 80 60 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Club & lounge with a reputation for good electronic music. Free entry Ragga & Dancehall parties on Mondays. }} * '''[http://www.theannex.ch/ Annex]''' and '''[http://www.acquabasilea.ch/ Acqua]{{Dead link|date=April 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', Binningerstrasse 14, Markthalle station. Hotspot near the zoo and the old city centre; very popular with a young crowd. They serve mostly Electronic at Annex. Acqua is part restaurant, part bar; chill out here in a unique environment and enjoy the DJs from a [http://www.livingroom.fm/ local radio station]{{Dead link|date=June 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} while they broadcast live from within the bar. * {{do | name=Verso | alt= | url=https://www.versobar.ch/ | email= | address=Petersgraben 45 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This venue is run by students and open every Thursday evening during lecture period. Climb down the stairs to the cellar of the university and enjoy the cheap drinks and friendly people. The music played and live acts on stage are subject to constant, chaotic change. }} ===Sports=== * '''Football:''' [https://www.fcb.ch FC Basel] play soccer in Super League, the Swiss top tier. Their home ground is St Jakobs Park (capacity 38,000) at Gellertstrasse 235, two km east of city centre next to Basel St Jakob railway station. In 2025 it hosted matches in the UEFA Women's Euro Finals, including the final itself. * Kick a football or fly a frisbee in one of Basel's parks, e.g., '''Schützenmattpark''', reachable by tram No. 8 from central Barfüsserplatz (direction ''Allschwilerweiher''); or in '''Kannenfeldpark''', reached by tram No. 3, also from Barfüsserplatz (direction ''Burgfelden Grenze''), or tram No. 1 from Bahnhof SBB. * Ashtanga '''Yoga''' and '''Japanese archery''', among other things, are offered by '''[http://www.mitte.ch Unternehmen Mitte]''', Gerbergasse 30, {{phone|+41 61 263 36 63}} (see also the ''Drink'' section). * '''Swim''' the Rhine! While recommended only for good swimmers - and only during the height of summer, when the water temperature allows to actually enjoy it, it is a fun way of cooling off and getting free sightseeing of the medieval old town at the same time. There are several possible points of entry, including the '''Badhysli''' [bath house] '''[http://www.badhysli.ch/ Rheinbad Breite]''', St. Alban-Rheinweg 195, {{phone|+41 61 311 25 75}}, on the Grossbasel bank of the river. Exit at the Badhysli '''Rheinbad St. Johann''', St. Johanns-Rheinweg, +41 61 322 04 42, also on the Grossbasel bank, roughly 2&nbsp;km (1.2 miles) below the Breite bath. Alternatively you can also enter the river on a variety of points on the Kleinbasel bank of the river, where the water is accessible along a promenade of about 3&nbsp;km (1.8 miles). Since you'll be swimming with the current, you will have to either carry your clothes along in a sealed plastic bag (the Tourist Office sells bright orange ones), or be prepared to walk back in your bathing suit. It is probably best to take a swim with a local. The water is generally considered pretty clean, but you may wish to inquire about current conditions (including the strength of the current and other possible hazards) with one of the Badhysli. See also the ''Stay safe'' section below. Each August, there is a popular '''Rheinschwimmen''' with up to 3,000 participants and accompanying boats providing some security. You can also just sunbathe and take a dip without swimming very far at either of the Badhysli, which both feature outdoor restaurants (with limited menus), showers, and locker facilities. * There are also several '''outdoor pools''', including '''Gartenbad St. Jakob''', St. Jakobs-Str. 400, {{phone|+41 61 311 41 44}}, '''Gartenbad Bachgraben''', Belforterstr. 135, {{phone|+41 61 381 43 33}} and '''Gartenbad Eglisee''', Egliseestr. 85, {{phone|+41 61 267 47 47}}. But while these are popular as well, they are far less exciting than a swim in the Rhine. * Wintertime offers '''ice-skating''' on a number of large rinks: '''Eiskunstbahn Egliseee''', on the grounds of the swimming pool of the same name (details see above); '''Kunsteisbahn Margarethen''', Im Margarethenpark, {{phone|+41 61 361 95 95}}; or '''Genossenschaft St. Jakob-Arena''', Brüglingen 33, {{phone|+41 61 377 51 74}} (next to the ''St. Jakob'' public pool). All but ''St. Jakob-Arena'' are open only in the wintertime. ''Restaurant Kunsthalle'' (see ''Eat'', ''Splurge'') has in some past winters also set up a romantic ice rink in their garden. * '''Rockclimbing''' or, for the less adventurous, '''hiking''' in the nearby '''Jura Mountains'''. '''[http://www.golfherrenmatt.ch/Klettern.htm Falkenfluh]{{Dead link|date=June 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', near the picturesque little town of '''Seewen''' (about 15&nbsp;km/9 miles south of Basel, reachable by car or train and post bus) is a popular destination, featuring some 227 marked climbing routes, most of which are medium to challenging. To learn more about rockclimbing contact Irène & Martin Brunner, Rüttenenstrasse 19, 4513 Langendorf, Switzerland, {{phone|+41 32 622 34 37}}. There is also an indoor rock-climbing centre near the SBB train station, called '''[http://www.kletterhalle7.ch K7]'''. It is family-friendly and offers courses. There is an even bigger climbing gym over the border in Germany, at [http://www.impulsiv-weil.de/ Weil am Rhein] with badminton, squash and ice skating facilities. ==Learn== There's an abundance of learning opportunities in Basel. * {{listing | name=University of Basel | alt=Universität Basel | url=http://www.unibas.ch/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 267 31 11 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Switzerland's oldest university, founded in 1460. The main campus is on and around ''Petersplatz'', reachable by tram no. 3 (direction ''Burgfelden Grenze'', stop at ''Lyss'' or ''Spalentor''). For student exchange or study abroad programs visit the University's website and go to ''International Students''. Because of its close links with the Basel-based pharmaceutical companies ''Novartis'' and ''Roche'' (see ''Work''), the University's school for molecular biology, '''[http://www.biozentrum.unibas.ch/ Biozentrum]''', attracts many international doctoral and post-doc students and is considered one of the top schools in Europe in this area. }} * {{listing | name=University Library | alt=Universitätsbibliothek | url=http://www.ub.unibas.ch/ | email= | address=Schönbeinstr. 18-20 | lat= | long= | directions=near the main campus | phone=+41 61 267 3100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=You need not be a student or member to read inside or use the internet terminals, but you need a membership to borrow books. There is a café on the top floor, which serves coffee, snacks and even limited lunch options at reasonable prices. }} * {{listing | name=Schule für Gestaltung Basel | alt= | url=http://www.sfgbasel.ch/ | email= | address=Vogelsangstrasse 15 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 695 67 70 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of Switzerland's leading art and design schools, offering academic curricula for design professionals and artists, as well as apprenticeships for trades such as bookprinting, jewelry making and photography. }} ==Work== {{seealso|Switzerland#Work}} Basel is a centre of the pharmaceutical industry. The international pharma giant Novartis is headquartered in Basel. as well as the smaller Hoffmann-La Roche. There are also other large chemical and life sciences companies such as CIBA Specialty Chemicals, Syngenta and the pharmaceutical manufacturer company Lonza, who made the Moderna vaccine, among others. Basel also has several IT and software companies that offer international jobs. Basel is (jointly with Zürich) headquarters of UBS, Switzerland's biggest and internationally active bank and home of the Bank for International Settlements. ==Buy== * Buy some '''Basler Läckerli''', the local biscuit speciality, a kind of gingerbread (without ginger, however). Addictive, even if you buy the non-brand ones from the '''[http://www.migros.ch/Migros_DE Migros]''' supermarket chain. Basel's "shopping mile" goes from Clarastrasse (Claraplatz) to Marktplatz and up Freiestrasse and Gerbergasse to Heuwaage and Bankverein. Much of the shopping here is in speciality stores and luxury boutiques, with a few department stores. Like other large Swiss cities, Basel has many jewelers, horologers (watches), and chocolatiers. Try to veer off the beaten track and check out ''Schneidergasse'' (off of ''Marktplatz''), the hilly ''Spalenberg'' and adjacent little alleyways such as ''Heuberg'', ''Nadelberg'', which are not only lovely to walk through but where you are likely to find more original shops, selling artisan jewelry, antiques, specialty items, vintage clothing, books, art, etc. Retailers are generally cheery and very competent, polite and helpful. There are many places in Basel, including bigger kiosks, where you can buy (relatively) cheap - and mostly kitschy - souvenirs, but if you're looking for something special, go to '''Heimatwerk''' (see below). Souvenirs are also available at the SBB Station. Prices of name brands are generally uniform across the city - and across the country. Discounting has made inroads in Basel. Expect to pay the same price anywhere for a Swiss Army knife or a watch. Most stores close M-F promptly at 18:30, except for Thursday when many stores are open until 20:00 or 21:00. Stores close by 17:00 on Saturday and nothing is open on Sunday. Exceptions are the stores in and around the train station, the supermarket '''Coop Pronto''' at Barfüsserplatz and a number of small family businesses in residential areas. VAT is included in prices, and there is generally no [[haggling]]. Some luxury stores offer tax-free shopping for tourists. '''Basel market''' (in the Marktplatz) runs Monday to Saturday until 13:00, selling mostly local organic produce. Not cheap, but worth considering for a picnic. For the very cheapest, try the Fleamarket in '''Petersplatz''' on Saturday. ====Shops worth visiting==== * {{buy | name=Läckerli Huus | alt= | url=http://www.laeckerli-huus.ch/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 264 23 23 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gerbergasse 57, city centre. Another location is at ''Café Spitz'' (see ''Eat Splurge'') on the Kleinbasel side of ''Mittlere Brücke''. Traditional and non-traditional versions of the famous ''Basler Läckerli'' and many other sweets - nice souvenirs. }} * {{buy | name=Confiserie Brändli | alt= | url=http://www.braendli-basel.ch/ | email= | address= | lat=NA | long=NA | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= One of about half a dozen excellent Basel ''confiseries'' (pastry shops) that create unbelievably good ''pralinés''. ''Chocolate candy'' is a very poor translation for these little marvels that are absolutely to die for. }} ** {{buy | name= | address=Barfüsserplatz 20 | lat= | long= | directions= |phone=+41 61 261 70 33 | content= }} ** {{buy | name= | address=Freie Strasse 109 | lat= | long= | directions= |phone=+41 61 271 50 05 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Confiserie Sprüngli | alt= | url=http://www.spruengli.ch | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=At Basel SBB station, upstairs. Satellite location of the famous Zürich chocolatier. Wide variety of chocolate products and pastries. Try the dark chocolate or ''Luxemburgerli'', something like little macarons - just better. }} When you have filled your stomach with chocolates you may wish to move on to more substantial items: * {{buy | name=Heimatwerk | alt= | url=http://www.heimatwerk.ch | email= | address=Schneidergasse 2, near ''Marktplatz'' | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 261 91 78 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= High quality traditional and neo-traditional Swiss goods, such as silken bands (formerly Basel's main export), cotton towels and handkerchiefs from Appenzell, wood toys and traditional clothes. }} * {{buy | name=TARZAN | alt= | url=http://www.tarzan.ch | email= | address=Güterstrasse 145 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 361 61 62 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In a cosy backyard behind ''Bahnhof SBB'', Swiss label for trendy and high quality streetwear. The shop sells cotton shirts, hoodies, underwear and also some special design items. Clothes for heroes and other suspects. }} * {{buy | name=erfolg | alt= | url=http://www.erfolg-label.ch/ | email= | address=Spalenberg 36 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 262 22 55 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Trendy underwear and t-shirts, somewhat reminiscent of the ''AmericanApparel'' brand. }} * '''Kiosk 18''', Kasernenstrasse 34, Kleinbasel, {{phone|+41 61 681 50 45}}. Conveys Swiss design fashion and accessories by brands such as ''beige'', ''prognose'', and ''Chantal Pochon''. Try the colourful silk scarves by ''Sonnhild Kestler'' - they beat Hermès by a wide margin. * {{buy | name=Plattfon Record Shop | alt= | url=http://www.plattfon.ch | email= | address=Feldbergstr. 48 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Very cool, small and independent record shop carrying mostly vinyl of genres like: Hip Hop, Electronica, Techno, Drum n Bass, Punk Rock, Dub, Metal and so on. It is open Wednesday through Saturday 12:00–20:00. There's also a small selection of books and zines about music, anarchy, situationism and alternative art. Definitely a place worth checking out. }} * {{buy | name=Marinsel* | alt= | url=http://www.marinsel.ch | email= | address=Feldbergstrasse 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Crazy little shop, independent fashion for boys and girls, over 50 local brands, colourful stuff like comics, stickers, buttons, bags, and belts. }} * {{buy | name=Globus | alt= | url=http://www.globus.ch | email= | address=Marktplatz 1/2 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 268 45 45 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= High-end department store, with two floors of gourmet grocery store (take the elevator or escalator downstairs). }} * {{buy | name=Bucherer | alt= | url=http://www.bucherer.com | email= | address=Freie Strasse 40, city center | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 261 40 00 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High-end jewellery and watches, especially Rolex. }} * '''Flohmarkt'''. If ''Bucherer'' is outside your budget or range of interests, try the weekly '''Flea Market''', each Saturday on ''Petersplatz'' (Grossbasel, tram no. 3). Find just about anything (except what you needed and came for), and enjoy what you usually never get to do in Switzerland: heavy [[haggling]]! Basel, home of the renaissance philosopher Erasmus of Rotterdam, also prides itself of many good bookshops. Here are some: * {{buy | name=Bider & Tanner | alt= | url=http://www.biderundtanner.ch | email= | address=Aeschenvorstadt 2, city centre | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 206 99 99 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Large bookstore with a well-stocked English book section and a wide selection of travel books and maps. The place to go to get local topo maps and Swiss bike maps. }} * '''DomusHaus Buchhandlung für Architektur und Design''', Pfluggässlein 3, city centre, + 41 61 262 04 90. Excellent design and architecture bookshop, off of Freie Strasse. * {{buy | name=Pep & No Name | alt= | url=http://www.pepnoname.ch/ | email= | address=Unterer Heuberg 21, old town, near ''Spalenberg'' | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 261 51 61 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Wide selection of books, including on art and photography, limited selection of titles in English. It's also a photography gallery featuring changing exhibitions. }} * {{buy | name=Comix Shop | alt= | url=http://www.comix-shop.ch | email= | address=Theaterpassage 7, city center | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 271 66 86 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= If you're into comics, whether the American ''Spiderman'' & Co., or arty French ''bandes déssinées'', plan to spend an afternoon in this vast shop with a terrific selection. Also sells postcards and other comics related items. }} * {{buy | name=Thalia | alt=formerly Jäggi Bücher | url=http://www.thalia.ch | email= | address=Freie Strasse 32 | lat= | long= | directions=near the central post office | phone=+41 61 264 26 26 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= This is Switzerland's version of ''Barnes & Noble'', and part of a major German chain. The biggest bookstore in town, but not the most personal one. Also carries a small selection of English books (including computer books) and stationery. }} ==Eat== Basel has a thriving restaurant and café (see below '''Cafés''') culture, and the streets of the old town are lined with outdoor seating in the summer. Not all restaurants in Basel accept credit cards (though an increasing number do). If in doubt check first. As in most of Europe, tipping is not a requirement. It is common (but not universal), to round up to the nearest 10 or 20 francs, for example by refusing the change from a note. ===Budget=== Food in Switzerland is generally more expensive than other countries in Europe, and those on a budget should consider preparing their own food from the grocery store (closed in the evenings), or taking a trip up to nearby France or Germany. * {{eat | name=Mister Wong | alt= | url=https://www.misterwong.ch | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-09-25 | content=Good Asian food, as cheap as Fr. 7–8 to around Fr. 16 for a meal, situated at the Steinenvorstadt (near Barfüsserplatz), at the Centralbahnplatz (by SBB station) and at Gerbergasse. Many vegetarian options. Self-service. }} * {{eat | name=Brötlibar | alt= | url=https://www.bindella.ch/gastronomie/broetlibar | email= | address=Gerbergasse 84 | lat=47.554900 | long=7.588748 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-08-01 | content=The Brötli-Bar at the Stadthof Hotel, Barfüsserplatz, has a large selection of open sandwiches ("Brötli" to the Swiss). }} * {{eat | name=Hirscheneck | alt= | url=http://www.hirscheneck.ch/ | email= | address=Lindenberg 23 | lat=47.5589550 | long=7.5953920 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-F 11:00-00:00, Sa 14:00-01:00, Su 10:00-00:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-08-01 | content=Traditional left-wing, punk-run restaurant. You get a relatively cheap square meal. Always serves vegetarian and vegan food too. Breakfast on Sundays until 16:00. }} * {{eat | name=Migros | alt= | url= | email= | address=Centralbahnstrasse 10 | lat=47.5480251 | long= 7.5888997 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-08-01 | content= in Bahnhof SBB, the Swiss train station, a store of the largest grocery store chain in Switzerland, provides sandwiches, tarts, fresh-baked bread, pizza, döner kebab, etc. at very reasonable prices, perfect for picnic lunches on outings. Similar: the '''Coop''' shop opposite the station (Centralbahnstrasse). Unlike all other grocery stores in the city, both are open late at night and on Sundays. }} * {{eat | name=Lily's Maxim | alt= | url=http://www.lilys.ch/index.php?id=17 | email= | address=Rebgasse 1 | lat=47.5611876 | long=7.5939788 | directions=off Claraplatz | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 10:00-00:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-08-01 | content="Pan-Asian" bench table restaurant (like Wagamama but with more than noodles). Inexpensive good Asian food, outside terrace in summer. No reservations needed, and they do takeaway. }} * {{eat | name=SAM'S Pizza Land | alt= | url=https://samspizza.ch/ | email= | address=St. Jakob-Park, St. Jakobs-Strasse 397 | lat=47.540636 | long=7.619949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The best American style eat out place. Has a take away counter which serves filling Turkish wraps and pizzas for around Fr. 8 }} * {{eat | name=Mensa Universität Basel | alt= | url=https://clients.compass-group.ch/unibas-bernoulli/en/Mensa%20Bernoulli | email= | address=Bernoullistrasse 16 | lat=47.560006 | long=7.581861 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-08-01 | content=One of the students cafeterias. Serves an inexpensive lunch menu not only to students from Monday to Friday. By no means 'gourmet' food, but you can eat your lunch on the terrace during warm weather. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant BaCell's/Kaffi Biozentrum | alt= | url=https://clients.compass-group.ch/unibas-biozentrum/en/BaCells | email= | address=Spitalstrasse 41 | lat=47.56438 | long=7.58078 | directions= | phone=+41 61 207 21 11 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 11:30-13:30 | price=Fr. 12.50/14.50 (mains) | lastedit=2023-09-29 | content=Opened in 2021 (along with the building) to cater for the students enrolled in biology, neuro and life sciences at Basel's university, this cafeteria is a great option for an affordable lunch – the futuristic interior, which is strikingly similar to that of the Roche corporate headquarter in Basel's East, is an added bonus. }} * On the '''Marktplatz''' and '''Barfüsserplatz''' you usually can find some street vendors in these areas selling pretzels, sandwiches, pizzas, and sometimes crêpes, for around Fr. 3-5 each. On many days in Marktplatz you can buy a variety of tasty sausages (''Wurst'') hot off the grill from the yellow cart of the ''Eiche'' butcher for less than Fr. 6 each. These are served with a piece of bread and a condiment, and there are usually stands nearby where you can eat. During ''Herbstmesse'' (see ''To Do'', ''Other Events''), there are significantly more ''Wurst'' and other fast food carts and booths in various locations where the fair takes place. * If you are looking for a snack, the '''Coop Pronto''' convenience stores usually have fresh baked breads and pastries, and sometimes heartier pastries filled with meat and some packaged sandwiches. As can be expected, drinks are much cheaper at grocery stores than at cafés or restaurants. * Many of the excellent '''bakeries and confiseries''' in town sell petite sandwiches that you can take away, and usually you can get some kind of small snack at any street café. * Some of the large '''department stores''' in the city centre, ''Coop City'', ''Pfauen'', ''Migros'' and ''Manor'', have self-service restaurants/cafeterias on the top floor. While they are not particularly cheap, they serve good food that is a reasonably priced alternative to a full-service restaurant. that salad bars often sell food by plate, not by weight. ===Mid-range=== Many of the restaurants in the historical part of Basel near Marktplatz are generally of good quality, these include the easily located '''[http://www.loewenzorn.ch Löwenzorn]''' ("lion's fury"), '''[http://www.gifthuettli.ch Gifthüttli]''' ("poison cabin"), and '''Hasenburg''' ("hare's castle"), all of which serve traditional Swiss dishes in a rustic environment - don't be scared by the names, no one gets devoured by wild animals or poisoned. These places are always packed during ''Fasnacht''. In addition, here is a list of places, not necessarily in the old town but still worth a visit: * {{eat | name=Restaurant Zum Braunen Mutz | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barfüsserplatz 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 261 33 69 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 08:00-00:00, Su 10:00-00:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Great local food such as bratwurst with rosti (around Fr. 20) served in a traditional beer hall. }} * {{eat | name=Bodega zum Strauss | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barfüsserplatz 16 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 261 22 72 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-14:00 & 18:00-00:00, Su 18:00-21:30 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Italian and Spanish dishes in a noisy but friendly atmosphere on the ground floor. Slightly more elegant (reservation recommended) on the upper floor. }} * {{eat | name=Alter Zoll | alt= | url=http://www.alterzoll.ch/ | email= | address=Elsässerstrasse 127 | lat= | long= | directions=tram no. 11 to Hüningerstrasse | phone=+41 61 322 46 26 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Th 16:00-00:00, F till 02:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Serves excellent, homemade food for moderate prices (lunch Fr. 17.50, dinner Fr. 20-30). Calm relaxing atmosphere. }} * {{eat | name=Zum Goldenen Fass | alt= | url=http://www.goldenes-fass.ch | email= | address=Hammerstrasse 108 | lat= | long= | directions=in Kleinbasel | phone=+41 61 693 3400 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Sa 18:30-00:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Trendy place with good food. For an after dinner drink head to the '''Fassbar''' next door and fraternize with local hipsters over a few rounds of pinball. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Birseckerhof | alt= | url= | email= | address=Binningerstrasse 15 | lat= | long= | directions=Central, near Heuwaage viaduct | phone=+41 61 281 01 55 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:30-14:00 & 18:00-00:00, Sa 18:00-00:00 | price=mid-range going on pricey | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Daily changing menu of creative (Italian influenced) food, with great desserts (try the Schoggi Mousse if it's on) and a good wine list. }} * {{eat | name=Blindekuh | alt=Restaurant in the Dark | url=http://www.blindekuh.ch/restaurant-in-the-dark-blindekuh-basel.html | email= | address=Dornacherstrasse 192 | lat= | long= | directions=500 m SW from railway station | phone=+41 61 336 33 00 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-Sa 18:30-23:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content="Blindekuh" is German for "Blind Man's Buff" and you eat in total darkness, with blind staff to guide you. This sharpens your senses to touch, taste and sound. Blindekuh is one of the largest private-sector employers of blind & partially-sighted people. }} * {{eat | name=Nooch Barfi | alt= | url=http://www.nooch.ch | email= | address=Gerberstrasse 73 | lat= | long= | directions=near Barfüsser Platz | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 11:00-23:00, Su 12:00-22:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Asian dishes to suit most tastes, great range of sushi, plenty of vegetarian options, as most dishes can be made with tofu. Very fast cooking. }} ===Splurge=== * {{eat | name=Restaurant Kunsthalle | alt= | url=http://www.restaurant-kunsthalle.ch | email= | address=Steinenberg 7 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 272 42 33 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 09:00-23:30 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=A Basel classic, divided into the ''Schluuch'' or brown-table section, a beer-hall serving rustic fare, casual but not cheap, and the "white" section which is an elegant dining hall, reservations essential. Outside is a beer garden in summer, which in winter becomes a skating rink. At the far end of the garden is the '''Campari Bar''', a cool Italian style bar. }} * {{eat | name=Café Spitz | alt=Brasserie Spitz | url=https://www.brasserie-spitz.ch/ | email= | address=Rheingasse 2 | lat=47.560633 | long=7.591092 | directions=overlooking the Rhine just across Mittlere Brücke in Kleinbasel | phone=+41 61 685 11 11 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 07:00-21:30 | price= | image=Basel Café Spitz mit Hotel Merian.jpg | wikidata=Q1025666 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Not simply a café - excellent seafood, with a nice terrace overlooking the Rhine. In the summer, there is a special menu with a variety of grilled fish. The outdoor seating area overlooking the Rhine has a reduced (and less expensive) menu. }} * {{eat | name=Chez Donati | alt= | url=http://www.lestroisrois.com | email= | address=St. Johannsvorstadt 48 | lat= | long= | directions=at Johanniterbrücke | phone=+41 61 322 09 19 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Sa 11:30-14:00 & 18:30-22:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Reservations needed. Run by Les Trois Rois hotel - see "Sleep", this is heavy but exquisite north Italian fare: the ''Osso Bucco'' (braised veal knuckles) are outstanding. Beautiful interior adorned by modern art, some of it by former patrons such as Andy Warhol. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Stucki Tanja Granditz | alt=Stucki Bruderholz | url=http://www.tanjagrandits.ch/en/ | email= | address=Bruderholzallee 42 | lat= | long= | directions=1 km south of railway station | phone=+41 61 361 82 22 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Sa 12.00-14:30 & 18:30-01:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Reservations needed. Fine restaurant in an old manor serving classic French cuisine, well worth coming the extra distance from town. }} ==Drink== In Barfüsserplatz, the major beer hall (at least in years gone by) receives its resupply via a tanker truck from the brewery with a very large hose delivering its precious cargo into the tanks of the rathskeller. This looks a lot like a delivery of heating oil in most commercial enterprises! The consumption of beer in this area (near the University) is really serious! ===Bars=== * {{drink | name=BarRouge | alt= | url=http://www.barrouge.ch/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Messeplatz, in the ''Messeturm'', Basel's tallest building, take the express elevator to top (31st) floor: a cool modern-style bar with panoramic views of the city - even from the stalls in the bathroom! +25 Years Club }} * {{drink | name=Zum Braunen Mutz | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barfüsserplatz | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A classic beer hall. A good place to get in contact with locals and have a beer or two. Never mind sitting at a table that still has a stool that's not taken. }} * {{drink |name=Cargo Bar |address=St. Johanns-Rheinweg 46 |directions=underneath Johanniter Bridge and Restaurant Chez Donati |phone=+41 61 321 00 72 |content=Cool/artsy bar on the board of the Rhine . Art events, movie nights, book readings, and lots of drinks into the wee hours. |url=http://www.cargobar.ch}} * {{drink | name=Fischerstube | alt= | url=http://www.restaurant-fischerstube.ch | email= | address=Rheingasse 45 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 692 92 00 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The oldest brewpub in Switzerland, with ''[http://www.ueli-bier.ch Ueli Bier]'' micro-brewery on plain view in the back of the restaurant. The nice selection includes a particularly excellent wheat beer. Also good local cuisine. }} * {{drink |address=Rheingasse 41 |name=Restaurant Linde |phone=+41 61 683 34 00 |content=Here you can help yourself to a pint of ''Ueli'' at a "self-service" beer table. These are good hangouts during ''Fasnacht'' - if you can get in!}} * {{drink |name=Rio Bar |address=Barfüsserplatz 12 |phone=+41 61 261 34 72 |content=Starting point for many a late night and inevitable station in the upringing of every self-respecting local 'bohemien', real or imagined. Have a seat in a booth for four to six if you have or like company, or at the bar. Serves only bar fare - to lay a foundation for your drinks: the main pursuit in this Basel classic.}} * '''Fassbar''', see under ''Eat Mid-range''. * '''Restaurant Kunsthalle''', strictly the brown ''schluuch'' section. See under ''Eat Splurge''. * '''Campari Bar''', adjacent to '''Kunsthalle'''. * {{drink | name=Unternehmen Mitte | alt= | url=http://www.mitte.ch | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gerbergasse, between Marktplatz and Barfüsserplatz). Interesting hangout and modern-style bar with lots of seating indoors and outdoors. On some evenings, it becomes a venue where you can enjoy classical musicians (W evenings) and watch Tango dancing (Th). See also ''Cafes''. }} * {{drink |name=Pickwicks |address=Steinenvorstadt 13 |content=Brit/Irish pub. Friendly atmosphere spills out onto the pavement.}} * {{drink | name=Klingental | alt= | url=http://www.klingental.ch | email= | address=Klingental 20 | lat= | long= | directions=in the heart of the small red light district | phone=+41 61 681 62 48 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of the rare places that do warm plates after midnight and therefore a place for professional ladies to have their break. (They are having a break, so don't intend to do business with them in there.) Quite a rough atmosphere sometimes but definitely not a dangerous place to go. }} * {{drink |name=Webergasse 7 |directions=in the red light district |content=Small bar with a hotel that rents rooms on a "short timeline basis". Although definitely used as a "contact room", still a nice little dodgy bar with still affordable prices after midnight. Best of all: You don't get chatted up.}} * '''Fasnacht - "Cliquekeller"'''. During Fasnacht many of the Cliques open up their practice/social rooms to the general public, to enjoy less expensive drinks and food than in most restaurants and bars. These places are often in cellars (hence the name), many in the alleys on the hill between the University and Marktplatz. Check for colorful Fasnacht lanterns above the doors. Worthwhile, as they sometimes easier to get into during Fasnacht than the standard bars - and more fun: decorated in Fasnacht regalia of past years, they are run by cheerful volunteers and homebase to the Cliquen, who come to relax after some hours of roaming the streets. The tone tends to be bit rough, but don't let that scare you, it's not personal. Be courageous and try out your ''Baseldytsch'' and see a bit of Basel normally closed to tourists. You also get to see a few of Switzerland's ubiquitous nuclear shelters, as some of the Cliquekellers double up as bunkers. ===Cafés=== You can choose between a wide array of old-style, trendy and alternative coffee houses. Many restaurants or bars also serve coffee outside meal hours and before nightlife begins and it is perfectly acceptable to nurse a cup for an hour while reading a newspaper or book. Some places have outdoor seating in the summer. * {{drink | name=Grand Café Huguenin | alt= | url=http://www.cafehuguenin.ch | email= | address=Barfüsserplatz | lat= | long= | directions=corner of Streitgasse | phone=+41 61 272 05 50 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Th 07:00-19:00, F Sa 07:00-22:00, Su 08:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Venerable coffee house on the second floor of an old office building, with big windows onto the square, has been serving all ages, for ages. Nice cakes. }} * {{drink | name=Zum Isaak | alt= | url=http://www.zum-isaak.ch/ | email= | address=Münsterplatz | lat= | long= | directions=opposite the Cathedral | phone=+41 61 261 47 12 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 11:00-23:30 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=Located on one of Basel's finest squares, this is nice and cosy to warm up after a winter visit to the Münster. Offers creative, organic cuisine. The owners fought and eventually won an epic battle to rid the square of a big parking lot - a win also for the visitors. }} * {{drink | name=Ängel oder Aff | alt=Angel or Ape; formerly zum Roten Engel | url= | email= | address=Andreasplatz 15 | lat= | long= | directions=near Marktplatz | phone=+41 61 261 20 07 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 08:30-22:00, Sa 09:00-23:00, Su 10:00-20:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-05-13 | content=A student hangout on a charming little square. Serves good ''Birchermuesli'' and wide selection of teas. Great to sit outdoors in the summer. }} * '''Fumare/Non-Fumare'''. Two cafés - for smokers and for non-smokers. See ''Unternehmen Mitte'' under ''Drink''. Great café lattes and cappuccinos. ==Sleep== Always a good plan to book early, and essential if you hope to stay in Basel during [http://www.fasnachts-comite.ch/en/ Fasnacht]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [http://www.baselworld.com BaselWorld], or [http://www.art.ch/ Art | Basel]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Jugendherberge Basel | alt=Youth Hostel St. Alban | url=http://www.youthhostel.ch/ | email=basel@youthhostel.ch | address=Alban-Kirchrain 10, Grossbasel | lat= | long= | directions=In St Albans, 1 km east of centre, S bank of river | phone=+41 61 272 05 72 | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 272 08 33 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorm Fr. 30, singles Fr. 80 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Hostel in a converted 19th-century factory, a bit spartan. }} * {{sleep | name=Basel Backpack | alt= | url=http://www.baselbackpack.ch/ | email=info@baselbackpack.ch | address=Dornacherstrasse 192 | lat= | long= | directions=Gundeli district just S of main railway station | phone=+41 61 333 00 37 | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 333 00 39 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorm Fr. 30, singles Fr. 80 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Clean, easy-to-find, adequately equipped hostel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hyve Hostel | alt= | url=https://www.hyve.ch/ | email= | address=Gempenstrasse 64 | lat= | long= | directions=300 m south of main railway station, take B'hof Sud / Gundeldingen exit | phone=+41 61 539 1877 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorm from Fr. 40, single rooms Fr. 90 | lastedit=2025-12-20 | content=Clean, well-equipped, central hostel with café and co-working possibilities. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Aparthotel Adagio Basel City | alt= | url=http://www.adagio-city.com | email= | address=Hammerstrasse 46 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 686 4600 | tollfree= | fax= | price=From Fr. 100 | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Central 3-star with 77 self-catering studios or 1-bedroom apartments, with contemporary decor. }} * {{sleep | name=Au Violon | alt= | url=http://www.au-violon.com/ | email= | address=Im Lohnhof 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+41 61 269 87 11 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From Fr. 150 double | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=3-star boutique hotel in converted detention centre - no surprise the rooms in former cells are small. Those in former police offices are a bit bigger. Ranged around a tree-lined courtyard with fountain. Also a French brasserie restaurant, with indoor and outdoor seating. }} * {{sleep | name=Schweizerhof | alt= | url=http://www.schweizerhof-basel.ch/ | email= | address=Centralbahnplatz | lat= | long= | directions=next to the SBB Station | phone=+41 61 560 85 85 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double from Fr. 130 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=3 star, handy for local transport. }} * {{sleep | name=Krafft Basel | alt= | url=http://www.hotelkrafft.ch/ | email= | address=Rheingasse 12, Kleinbasel | lat= | long= | directions=on the shore of the Rhine | phone=+41 61 690 91 30 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from Fr. 230 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=3-star historic hotel (Hermann Hesse wrote parts of his novel ''Steppenwolf'' here); renovated in boutique-style, mixes old with contemporary design. }} * {{sleep | name=Münchnerhof Swiss Q Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Riehenring 75 | lat= | long= | directions=Opposite fair ground, 600 m from main railway station | phone=+41 61 689 44 44 | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 689 44 45 | checkin= | checkout= | price=From Fr. 70 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Three star hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gaia Hotel | alt=formerly St.Gotthard | url=http://www.gaiahotel.ch | email= | address=Centralbahnstrasse 13, CH-4002 | lat= | long= | directions=Opposite main railway station | phone=+41 61 225 13 13 | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 225 13 14 | checkin= | checkout= | price=From Fr. 150 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Four-star hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-basel | email= | address=Steinentorstrasse 25 | lat= | long= | directions=by Heuwaage viaduct | phone=+41 61 227 27 27 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Fr. 150-250 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Renovated, fully air conditioned, great lobby bar and fair restaurants: ''Steinenpick'' and ''Kaffi-Muehli''. Pleasant and helpful staff. Standard rooms are of modest size, not much view, unless you go high-end deluxe business class. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Metropol | alt= | url=http://www.metropol-basel.ch | email=hotel@metropol-basel.ch | address=Elisabethenanlage 5, CH-4002 | lat= | long= | directions=Close to railway station | phone=+41 61 206 76 76 | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 206 76 77 | checkin= | checkout= | price=From Fr. 100 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Modern 4-star city hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Muttenz Hotel Baslertor | alt= | url=http://www.coop.ch | email=hotel-baslertor@balehotels.ch | address=St. Jakob-Strasse 1, CH-4132 | lat= | long= | directions=3 km east of centre | phone=+41 61 465 55 55 | tollfree= | fax=+41 31 378 66 00 | checkin= | checkout= | price=From Fr. 100 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Three-star hotel in suburb of Muttenz. }} * {{sleep | name=Pullman Basel Europe | alt=formerly Mercure Basel Europe | url=https://all.accor.com/hotel/5921/index.en.shtml | email= | address=Clarastrasse 43 | lat= | long= | directions=Next to Messe and Congresszentrum, take Tram 1 or 2 from SBB | phone=+41 61 6908080 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Fr. 120 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Modern and elegant Pullman, 4-star, decked out in a subdued mix of beige, brown and gray. Upper floor rooms have a terrace with views over the rooftops of Basel. With gym and restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Dorint Hotel An der Messe | alt= | url=https://hotel-basel.dorint.com/en/ | email=info.basel@dorint.com | address=Schönaustrasse 10, 4058 Basel | lat=47.567650921386374 | long=7.599523860119007 | directions= | phone=+41 61 6957000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Fr. 100 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Modern boxy affair with 171 rooms & studios, two minutes' walk from the fair and congress centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Engel | url=http://www.engel-liestal.ch | email=info@engel-liestal.ch | address=Kasernenstrasse 10, Liesta | lat= | long= | directions=Liestal is a suburb 15 km from the centre. | phone= | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 927 80 80 | hours= | price=Fr 150-200 | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Four-star hotel. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Teufelhof | alt= | url=http://www.teufelhof.com/ | email=info@teufelhof.com | address=Leonhardsgraben 49 | lat= | long= | directions=edge of the old town | phone=+41 61 261 10 10 | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 261 10 04 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Fr. 350-550 | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=3-star boutique hotel, with spacious modern rooms in an 18th-century mansion. Each room has an individual artistic design. Also two restaurants and its own theatre. }} * {{sleep | name=Les Trois Rois | alt=Drei Könige / Three Kings | url=http://www.lestroisrois.com/ | email= | address=Blumenrain 8 | lat= | long= | directions=on the bank of the Rhine by Mittlere Brücke | phone=+41 61 260 50 50 | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 260 50 60 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Fr. 500 | wikidata=Q678997| wikipedia=Hotel Les Trois Rois | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Sumptuous, grand old 5-star hotel. The Three Kings are understood to mean the Magi - who didn't stay, but the glittering clientele has included Napoleon Bonaparte, Voltaire, Charles Dickens, Theodor Herzl, Jean-Paul Sartre, Duke Ellington, and the Dalai Lama. In 2001 Pierre Boulez was brusquely awoken at 06:00 by the police. They'd discovered that he'd said that "opera hoses should be blown up" - in an interview in 1967. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Euler | alt= | url=http://www.hoteleuler.ch/ | email=reservation@hoteleuler.ch | address=Centralbahnplatz 14 | lat= | long= | directions=Next to main railway station | phone=+41 61 275 80 00 | tollfree= | fax=+41 61 275 80 50 | checkin= | checkout= | price=From Fr. 250 single to Fr. 880 for a suite | lastedit=2018-05-11 | content=Lovely if somewhat old-fashioned 4-star hotel. With own garage. }} ==Stay safe== * As a rule of thumb, you are safe anywhere in Basel at any time. If you ever feel threatened, go into a restaurant or use a public phone, the emergency number is 117, and operators usually speak English. * Swiss police usually take on a relatively unobtrusive air. However, they are indeed serious about traffic violations. The upside to stringent traffic rules is that drivers are generally considerate and will stop for pedestrians at crosswalks, even if there are no traffic lights. * Football (soccer) games are the only notable exceptions to the above rules. Because of an unfortunate history of hooligan violence, games are generally overseen by a large contingent of police officers in riot gear, in case of any major unrest. Nonetheless, it is generally safe to watch a game—just use common sense and stay away from the stadium areas where the hardcore fans congregate (usually the least expensive seats). * The biggest threat may be pickpockets. Be mindful of how you carry your valuables, particularly on trams and buses. * The drinking age for beer, wine, and similar low alcohol drinks is 16, while the age for straight liquor is 18. The public consumption of alcohol in Switzerland is legal so do not be alarmed if you see a group of teenagers publicly drinking. * Watch out for the trams! Particularly the main downtown stops (Centralbahnplatz (Basel SBB), Barfüsserplatz, Marktplatz, Aeschenplatz, Messeplatz) can get very busy and be a bit of a maze. If you are not used to trams, you may easily be surprised by one sneaking up behind your back; their silent running makes them very difficult to hear at first. * If at night you feel uncomfortable alone on a tram or a bus, ride near the operator in the front. They are helpful if you run into any trouble or are lost. In case of an emergency, they can press a panic button to alert the police of the tram's location. * Be careful when swimming in the Rhine (see ''To Do'', ''Sports'') - it's not a lazy river! Don't go if you are a weak swimmer; ask locals for good and safe entry and exit points besides the ones mentioned above. Wear sandals or other footwear, as you may have to walk back up to 2&nbsp;km (1.2&nbsp;mi) to your point of entry. The tourist offices in Basel sell bright orange waterproof bags that allow you to take your clothing down the river as you swim and increase your visibility. The use of floating toys or swimming aids is forbidden by law. Stay clear of the many bridge abutments and the boat traffic, including the large commercial barges - they cannot and will not deviate from their course for you. Unless you are an experienced Rhine-swimmer, avoid the Grossbasel side of the river: the currents are very strong, exit points limited, and the section is part of the up-river bound trade shipping route. Swimming is safest along the Kleinbasel bank where the currents are weaker and there are many exits along the riverbank. Never try to swim across from one side to the other. Avoid overshooting the last bridge (Dreirosenbrücke): a large commercial port follows, without meaningful exit points but plenty of dangerous commercial boat traffic. If you do overshoot, pick your country of immigration: France to your left, Germany to your right. Jumping off bridges is not only forbidden but also dangerous and outright stupid, as is swimming the Rhine at night - don't do it! ==Connect== As of Sept 2021, Basel has 4G from Salt, and 5G from Sunrise and Swisscom. It also has 4G from all French and all German carriers. Wifi is widely available in public places. ==Cope== ===Attitude=== Every Swiss takes great pride in his/her work. Every position is a profession demanding excellence. The bartender, housekeeper, tram driver, retail clerk, street sweeper, waiter and all other workers aim to be perfectly competent. This attitude is reflected in the everyday life you will experience in Basel and throughout Switzerland. Don't mistake the Swiss penchant for privacy and calmness as indifference. They are earnest and interested, but generally reserved - except during Fasnacht. Chivalry towards women and the elderly is common. Do not be surprised if you see the pierced mohawk punk on a tram or bus give up his/her seat to an elderly person. Offering to help mothers board their strollers into older high-floor trams is also commonplace. On the same note it is not unusual to see elderly yelling or swatting at young passengers, who they feel are not behaving. Drivers are also known for their gentlemanly attitude towards passengers: even though they aim to be painstakingly punctual, they will find the time to wait for a passenger running towards the bus or tram and keep the front or rear door open. ===Lost and found=== If you happen to lose something, don't despair. There is a fair chance that the person who finds the item will try to contact you personally, if it has a name or address on it. Real story: A Basel resident found a credit card on the street and took the time to visit a number of nearby office buildings and inquire about the possibility of the card owner working in that building. The rightful owner was eventually found after several inquiries. If you don't want to wait for such a punctilious finder to find you, try the city's Lost and Found to check if anyone has returned the item for claim: * City Lost & Found: Fund- und Passbüro, St. Johanns-Vorstadt 51, telephonic inquiries: 0900 120 130 (Fr. 1.19 / min). * Railway Lost & Found: SBB Fundbüro, basement of the Basel SBB railway station. In the case of the SBB Fundbüro, you may, for a fee, report a loss and provide an address to have the item sent in case it is returned.Given the tradition of good citizenry in returning lost items, it is a point of honour to offer a "finder's fee" of 10% of the property value. ===Media=== Local, national and international news are provided by the German-speaking dailies '''[http://www.bzbasel.ch/ bz Basel]''' and '''[http://www.baz.ch Basler Zeitung]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' and a variety of other Swiss and international newspapers, many of which are available at many kiosks, particularly in the city centre or at the train stations. Basel's mainstream local radio station is '''[http://www.basilisk.ch Radio Basilisk]''', FM 107.6 or internet stream, which broadcasts mainly Top 40 music and spoken word programs in baseldytsch (i.e., dialect). English speakers may consider tuning in to '''[http://www.radiox.ch/ Radio X]''', FM 94.5 or internet stream, which broadcasts in several foreign languages, including English ('''[http://www.theenglishshow.com/ The English Show]''' on Tuesday nights, from 18:30 to 20:00). ==Go next== The following destinations are good day trips by train from Basel: * '''[[Zürich]]''', '''[[Bern]]''', '''[[Interlaken]]''' (see below), '''[[Lucerne]]''' (see below), '''[[Schaffhausen]]''' &mdash; all in Switzerland, 1–2 hours from the main station (''Bahnhof SBB''). * '''[[Freiburg]]''' and the '''[[Black Forest]]''' &mdash; these are across the border in Germany (bring a passport), roughly 1 hour from the German station (''Badischer Bahnhof'') in Kleinbasel. * '''[[Colmar]]''' &mdash; in '''[[Alsace]]''' (passport!), leaving from the French (''SNCF'') station, at the far end to the right of ''Bahnhof SBB'') * '''[[Lucerne]]''' &mdash; One of the most picturesque towns of Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Lucerne, with terrific panoramic views of the Alps. * '''[[Interlaken]]''' &mdash; Scenic valley town in the Bernese Oberland, between two lakes (hence the name), and right at the center of the Alps. Interlaken is an ideal starting point for day hikes in the Alps, and for sightseeing three of their most famous peaks: Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. * '''[[Lugano]]''' &mdash; At the southern end of Switzerland, near the border with Italy, lies the '''Ticino''', the part of Switzerland where Italian and Swiss culture blend. There is a direct train from Basel to Lugano (3½ hours). * '''[[Laufenburg]]''' &mdash; Not as big and well known as the above-mentioned destinations, Laufenburg is a small but pretty medieval town, half Swiss half German, divided by the Rhine. It's a pretty half-hour drive or train ride along the Rhine from Basel. You can continue the drive for up to two more hours until you get to '''[[Schaffhausen]]''' and the Rhine falls. * '''[[Lörrach]]''' &mdash; Visit [http://www.loerrach.de/1295 Rötteln Castle]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. The fortification was one of the most powerful in the southwest, and today is the third largest castle ruin in Baden. The outer castle is free and open year-round. The inner keep and museum is open each day in summer and on weekends at other times. It's a half-hour drive or train ride from Basel main station to Lörrach main station. In Lörrach ride Bus no. 16 to Röttelnweiler plus 15 minutes walk or about 50 minutes walk from the main station. * [[Saint-Louis (Haut Rhine)]] is just across the border in France, served by the Basel tramway and a popular shopping destination for Basel residents {{geo|47.5667|7.6000}} {{isPartOf|Northwestern Switzerland}} {{guidecity}} p4u5eisy3ia6xexebkcy2b9c19rk4nx 0 4858 5328537 5328107 2026-08-14T21:48:22Z Gerode 2196717 Fixed typo 5328537 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Brossard Pont Samuel de Champlain page banner.jpg}} '''Brossard''' is a city of about 92,000 people (2021) in the [[Longueuil (region)|Longueuil agglomeration]] on the south shore of the St. Lawrence River across from [[Montreal]]. It is the commercial hub of the south shore. ==Understand== [[File:Maison Sénécal, Brossard.jpg|thumb|Maison Sénécal]] Most businesses are along Taschereau Boulevard, inside Champlain Mall and Place Portobello or at the lifestyle centre, Quartier DIX30. A particular segment of Taschereau Boulevard near La Prairie and the Saint-Jacques River is home to an exceptionally large concentration of car dealerships offering most available makes and models. ===History=== [[File:Brossard (QC)-Hotel-de-Ville-2022-03-14.jpg|thumb|right|Brossard City Hall on Rome Boulevard]] The city has some homes dating from the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly along Chemin des Prairies. Maison Sénécal and Maison Deschamps. The city of Brossard was incorporated in 1958. * [https://brossard.ca/en/ Brossard City Council] website ==Get in and around== {{mapframe|zoom=12}} {{Mapshape|geomask|Q139104}} {{Mapshapes|Q19582331}} ===By car=== Brossard is served by Autoroutes 10 (Autoroute des Cantons-de-l'Est), 15, 20 (Autoroute Jean-Lesage), and 30 (Autoroute de l'Acier), as well as Routes 132 and 134 (Taschereau Boulevard). Autoroute 30 runs along the east side of Brossard. Along the Saint Lawrence River on the west side of the city, Autoroutes 15 and 20 overlap with Route 132; 15 to the south and 20 to the north. At the Champlain Bridge interchange, Autoroutes 15 and 20 overlap 10 and feed into the Champlain Bridge, which crosses over into Montreal. Autoroute 10 also meets with Route 134 at the Taschereau Interchange which runs north south through the heart of Brossard. Brossard is subdivided into many smaller sections. These sections have street names that all begin with the same letter of the alphabet. The only notable exceptions are few major arteries (such as Taschereau Boulevard and Rome Boulevard) that span across two or more sections. ===By public transit=== The [https://rem.info/en Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM)] serves Brossard with 3 stations : Panama, Du Quartier and Brossard. Brossard being located in zone B requiring an [[Montreal#Fares|All Modes AB fare]] to or from Montréal. The [http://www.rtl-longueuil.qc.ca/en-CA/home-page/ Réseau de transport de Longueuil] (RTL) serves much of Brossard's territory as well as the rest of the South Shore. Terminus Brossard-Panama and Brossard-Chevrier Park and Ride incentive parking lots are two of RTL's heavily used bus terminals in Brossard. Buses connect to the REM's Panama station for connections to Downtown Montreal. ==See== * {{see | name=Etoile Banque Nationale | alt= | url=https://www.letoilebanquenationale.ca | email= | address=6000 Boulevard Rome | lat= | long= | directions=at Quartier Dix 30 | phone=+1 450-676-1030 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-21 | content=Performing arts theatre. }} ==Do== [[File:Rivière Saint-Jacques (Brossard, parc Radisson)-2018-06-27.jpg|thumb|right|Saint-Jacques River, view from Radisson Park in Brossard]] Many parks are scattered throughout the city of Brossard, including Parc écologique des Sansonnets. The parks are connected to the other areas of the city by over 50 km of biking paths. * {{do | name=Saint-Jacques River Regional Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-21 | content=Introductory lessons in canoeing and kayaking, equipment rental and classes are offered at the Saint-Jacques River, accessible via Parc Radisson. }} ==Buy== [[File:Dix30 2.jpg|thumb|400px|right|Shops at Quartier Dix30]] * {{buy | name=Quartier Dix-30 | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=45.443 | long=-73.4358 | directions=at the intersection between Autoroute 10 and Autoroute 30, on the northwest corner | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Quartier DIX30 | wikidata=Q3413048 | lastedit=2018-12-21 | content=Dix-30, meaning 10-30, was designed to emulate an urban or downtown shopping experience with boutiques in a suburban setting. }} * {{buy | name=Champlain Mall | alt= | url=https://mailchamplain.ca/en/ | email= | address=2151 Boulevard Lapinière | lat=45.4733 | long=-73.4704 | directions=Taschereau Boulevard (Quebec Route 134), near Autoroute 10 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Champlain Mall | wikidata=Q3278173 | lastedit=2018-12-21 | content=It has a Hudson's Bay store and over 150 stores, cafés and restaurants. }} * {{buy | name=Portobello Place | alt= | url=https://placeportobello.com/ | email=julie.dumesnil@fcr.ca | address=7250 boulevard Taschereau | lat=45.46041 | long=-73.46724 | directions=Boulevard Taschereau, near Highway 10 and the Panama station of the REM network | phone=+1 450-672-0666 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Champlain Mall | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-09 | content=This mall houses 57 stores of various genres under one roof. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kim Fung Brossard | alt= | url=https://restaurantkamfung.com/ | email= | address=7209 Taschereau Blvd | lat=45.46181 | long=-73.46427 | directions= | phone=+1 450-462-7888 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10:00-23:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-12-22 | content=A Cantonese Chinese restaurant in a Montreal-area chain, which has dim sum. }} * {{eat | name=La cuisine de tatie | alt=Auntie's kitchen | url=http://www.lacuisinedetatie.com/ | email= | address=5645 Boul. Grande-Allée | lat=45.47412 | long=-73.44340 | directions= | phone=+1 450-656-0701 | tollfree= | hours=M-W 11:30-19:00, Th F 11:30-20:00, Sa 11:30-20:30 | price=Mains $12-18 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-22 | content=Cuisine from Mauritius. You can bring your own wine. }} * {{eat | name=Delhi Kabab | alt= | url=http://www.delhikabab.com/ | email= | address=6185 Boulevard Taschereau, Local 108 | lat=45.47474 | long=-73.46576 | directions= | phone=+1 450-678-6535 | tollfree= | hours= M-Sa 11:00-14:00, 17:00-22:00; Su 17:00-22:00 | price=Mains $13-24 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-22 | content=Indian. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Le Mile Public House | alt= | url=https://www.milepublichouse.com | email= | address=9190, boulevard Leduc, local 130 (Quartier DIX30) | lat=45.44623 | long=-73.43800 | directions= | phone=+1 450-926-1444 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:30-03:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-21 | content=Pub food, burgers, comfort food, fish & chips, poutine, salads, tartare, poke bowl, vegetarian. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Quality Inn & Suites | alt= | url=https://quality-inn-suites-j4w-1m8.quebechotels.info/en/ | email= | address=6680 Taschereau Boulevard | lat=45.46935 | long=-73.46872 | directions=next to Mail Champlain | phone=+1 450-671-7213 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From $114 | content=On-site restaurant "Paolo Gattuso&. Indoor heated swimming pool, full hot breakfast. Multilingual staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Brossard | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbrossard.com/en/ | email=info@hotelbrossard.com | address=7365 Marie-Victorin Blvd | lat=45.46302 | long=-73.49173 | directions=along the service road of Route 132, near Highway 10 | phone=+1 877-890-1008 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From $100 | lastedit=2026-08-13 | content=Free continental breakfast buffet, high-speed internet wire or wireless, exercise room, bilingual staff, electric car charging stations. }} * {{sleep | name=Motel Rideau | alt= | url=http://motelrideau.ca | email= | address=8700 boulevard Marie-Victorin | lat=45.44530 | long=-73.49468 | directions=between Route 132 and the shore of the St. Lawrence River | phone=+1 450-466-2184 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From $70 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-21 | content=Air conditioning, Wifi, refrigerator, microwave. }} ==Connect== ==Cope== === Municipal services === ====Sport Infrastructures==== * {{listing | name=Poly-Aréna Park| alt=Parc Poly-Aréna | url= | email= | address=3105 boulevard Rome | lat=45.44871 | long=-73.45801 | directions=near Antoine-Brossard high school | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2022-05-10 | content=This urban park has several sports facilities: Brossard aquatic complex, Poly-Arena 3, outdoor skating rink (with chalet), Georges-Henri tennis court, Center Brossard, Brossard skate park, softball field, etc. }} * {{listing | name=Michel-Normandin - Brossard Arena| alt= | url= | email= | address=3105 boulevard Rome | lat=45.44902 | long=-73.45624| directions=in Parc Poly-Aréna, near Antoine-Brossard high school | phone=+1 450-923-7007 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2022-05-10 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Bell Sports Complex| alt=Complexe sportif Bell | url=http://csbell.ca/ | email= | address=8000 boulevard Leduc | lat=45.445392 | long=-73.44603| directions=adjacent to Highway 10 (west side) in the DIX-30 district | phone=+1 450-926-2887| tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2022-05-10 | content=The main mission of this complex is to serve as a training center for the Montreal Canadiens of the National Hockey League. This center is available for rental for friendly leagues, on-ice activities, team sports and special events. This sports center opened on December 12, 2008. See the program of events for this center on the website. }} ====Library==== * {{listing | name=Georgette-Lepage Library | alt=Bibliothèque Georgette-Lepage | url=https://biblio.brossard.ca/ | email=bibliotheque@brossard.ca | address=7855 Ave | lat=45.45514 | long=-73.46807 | directions=in the Brossard City Hall building | phone=+1 450-923-6350 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2026-08-13 | content=Users can consult the library catalog online, manage their personalized file, access various digital services via the Internet, etc. }} ==Go next== * {{mapgroup-item | name=[[Montréal]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q340 | lastedit=2022-01-01 | lat=45.504629 | long=-73.556860 | content=Montreal is the economic, commercial and financial heart of Quebec. It is a large, diverse city, with many festivals, museums, and lively neighbourhoods that attract visitors. }} * {{mapgroup-item | name=[[Saint-Lambert]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q340 | lastedit=2022-01-01 | lat=45.5 | long=-73.5167 | content=Picturesque town on the South Shore of Montreal. This city of art also offers many recreational and tourist activities: municipal parks, golf course enclosed in an urban environment, shore of the St. Lawrence River, Old Saint-Lambert, etc. }} * {{mapgroup-item | name=[[Longueuil]] | alt= | url=| email= | address=| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q139398 | lastedit=2022-02-09 | lat=45.536896 | long=-73.510551 | content=The 5th most populous city in Quebec. Longueuil has a network of 168 km of cycle paths. This city has various recreational parks with several hiking trails. Longueuil offers a host of recreational and tourist activities: hiking, biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, municipal parks, etc. }} * {{mapgroup-item | name=[[Carignan]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q142391 | lastedit=2022-02-17 | lat=45.45 | long=-73.3 | content= Carignan resembles an imperfect half donut around the city of Chambly. Carignan is characterized by the Acadie River which crosses its territory to flow into the Richelieu River at the end of Goyer Island. }} * {{mapgroup-item | name=[[La Prairie]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q142391 | lastedit=2022-02-17 | lat=45.416667 | long=-73.5 | content=Picturesque, modern, agricultural and cultural city on the South Shore of Montreal. Nearly 30% of the territory is dedicated to natural environment purposes. 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The Sinis peninsula is an important international site for flora and fauna and home to many fascinating cultural treasures, the most stunning of which is Tharros. Beaches in this part of Sardinia are stunning and natural. Is [[Aruttas]], [[Putzu Idu]], [[Mari Erme]] and [[Torregrande]] are all worth mentioning. One of the best local festivals (there are many) is the barefoot race held on the first weekend of September. Three thousand men from Cabras run barefoot dressed in white to the village of San Salvatore where they re-enact an ancient feud over a religious statue. The statue is carried back from San Salvatore. It is a tremendous spectacle to watch; physically exhausting and painful. == Get in == Flights to Sardinia arrive at [[Alghero]], [[Olbia]] and [[Cagliari]] airports. Ferries are available from [[Italy]] and southern [[France]] and [[Spain]]. {{mapframe|39.7667|8.6417|zoom=13}} ==Do== ==See== ==Buy== == Eat == Celebrity chef Rick Stein visited Cabras and recommended '''Il Caminetto''' restaurant for their fish dishes. It is open Tuesday-Sunday. There are a multitude of local restaurants all serving excellent cuisine. The restaurant at La Spinnaker is good but busy at weekends, other good restaurants can be found at Torregrande or on the Torregrande road to Oristano. Agriturismo restaurants such as Su Soi on the Cabras road to Nuraxi offer visitors a taste of traditional local foods. ==Drink== == Sleep == Agriturismo is available in some rural areas but if you want to stay in Cabras then you will most likely need to rent an apartment. ==Go next== {{outlinecity}} {{IsPartOf|Oristano (province)}} {{geo|39.933333|8.533333}} fm8le4pzyi30xxkwmj67ttl75ly12hk 0 5491 5328450 5316137 2026-08-14T17:42:17Z Borgenland 2282829 /* See */ [[WV:TOUT]] 5328450 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cagayan Buntun bridge.jpg}} '''Cagayan''' is a province in the [[Cagayan Valley]] region of [[Luzon]]. ==Cities== {{mapframe}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tuguegarao]]|wikidata=Q2200}} — The provincial capital * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Abulug]]|wikidata=Q43500}} — Main gateway to Apayao province. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Aparri]]|wikidata=Q43517}} — Northern terminus of the Cagayan Valley Road * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Alcala (Cagayan)|Alcala]]|wikidata=Q43503}} — Known for its milk candy. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Baggao]]|wikidata=Q43520}} — A municipality on the western slopes of the Sierra Madre and the base for most hiking and waterfall activities. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Buguey]]|wikidata=Q49059}} — Crab capital of northern Luzon. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Camalaniugan]]|wikidata=Q49313}} — Home to the oldest Christian church bell in the Far East, dating from 1594. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Claveria]]|wikidata=Q49314}} — A coastal town with a lagoon * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Gonzaga]]|wikidata=Q49317}} — Home to Mount Cagua, the only active volcano in mainland northern Luzon. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Iguig]]|wikidata=Q49318}} — Pilgrimage hub and pottery-making town * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Lal-lo]]|wikidata=Q49320}} — Rural municipality housing the new Cagayan North International Airport. The guide also covers the nearby towns of Gattaran and Lasam. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Peñablanca]]|wikidata=Q49327}} — A municipality on the western slopes of the Sierra Madre known for Callao Cave, one of the largest systems of its kind in the Philippines. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Piat]]|wikidata=Q49331}} — Pilgrimage hub housing the most venerated image of the Virgin Mary in Cagayan Valley. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rizal (Cagayan)|Rizal]]|wikidata=Q49318}} — Highland town with a Spanish-era church. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Santa Ana (Philippines)|Santa Ana]]|wikidata=Q49337}} — Prime beach resort and gateway to [[Palaui Island]] * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tuao]]|wikidata=Q49350}} — Main gateway to Kalinga province. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Calayan]]|wikidata=Q49062}} — Island and nature sanctuary which is home to numerous endemic species of animals *{{marker|name=[[Palaui Island]]|wikidata=Q1410310}} — National park and protected area off the northeastern tip of Cagayan. *{{marker|name=[[Callao Cave]]|wikidata=Q5021779}} — The site of the earliest known human remains found in the Philippines and a massive subterranean network. ==Understand== ===History=== Cagayan has been inhabited since prehistoric times, through anthropological and archaeological finds such as the Callao Man, and the Lal-lo and Gattaran Shell Middens. The first inhabitants are hunter-gatherers specialized in hunting mollusks; they were believed to be Negritos (''Atta'') based on anthropological evidence. Migrations of Austronesians (or Malays), the ancestors of most of the native groups such as the '''Ibanag''', '''Gaddang''', '''Itawes''' and some '''Igorot''' tribes, have driven the Negritos into the mountains at the eastern coast. Civilizations have thrived long in the province before Spanish colonization. Locals have traded with the Chinese and Japanese, and there are also records of a Japanese pirate kingdom in Cagayan, which lasted until 1582. The Spaniards first came in 1581, on an expedition to explore the areas north of the Caraballo mountain range and east of the Cordillera Central, and convert the locals to Catholicism. Conquistador Juan de Salcedo, sent to explore the coast of northern Luzon, also landed at the areas now occupied by the towns of Pamplona and Aparri. Cagayan used to cover all of the Cagayan Valley region during Spanish times. Founded in 1583 by royal decree, it included all of present-day Cagayan Valley, [[Batanes]], and parts of the provinces of Ifugao, Kalinga and Apayao, until the new provinces were carved out from 1839 afterwards, namely [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]] and [[Nueva Vizcaya]]. The original capital was in [[Lal-lo]], then known as Nueva Segovia, also the namesake of the Roman Catholic archdiocese which now has its seat in Vigan and includes the provinces of [[Ilocos Norte]], [[Ilocos Sur]], [[Abra]], and [[Benguet]]. ===Climate=== Cagayan has all of the three tropical climate regimes of the Philippines, but the two most prominent are the tropical monsoon and the tropical savanna regimes. *'''The tropical savanna''' climate zone mostly occupies the basin of the eponymous Cagayan River (except at its estuary), which includes the capital at Tuguegarao. There is a dry season from January to April, and temperatures can hit the {{C|40}} mark. *Most of the province have a '''tropical monsoon climate''', which has a shorter dry season, and low possibility of extreme daytime highs. *Mountains at the eastern coast have a '''rainforest climate''', which transitions into temperate oceanic at about {{m|1000}} above sea level. The province is at the heart of the typhoon belt, and has weather stations that are vital for typhoon tracking. Typhoons generally strike the province during the rainiest months, from August to October. Cagayan's overall climate is rainy, with a short dry season lasting from either January or February to April. The northeast monsoon (''amihan'') from Siberia and moist air masses from the Pacific brings much of the rain, and the province generally gets 85 rainy days a year. ==Get in== ===By bus=== Buses connect the province with Manila and Ilocos Region, mostly terminating at the capital at [[Tuguegarao]], but there are also buses that head to major towns such as [[Aparri]] and [[Santa Ana (Cagayan)|Santa Ana]]. ===By car=== [[Asian Highway 26]] (AH26) provides the main road link with Manila, though it is possible to take the Santiago-Tuguegarao Road as a shorter alternative. The same highway also provides the main access from [[Ilocos Region]]. From the [[Luzon Cordilleras|Cordilleras]], the main land route goes through the province of [[Kalinga]]. ===By plane=== [[Tuguegarao]] ({{IATA|TUG}}) is served by domestic flights from [[Ninoy Aquino International Airport|Manila]]. There is another airport at [[Lal-lo]] ({{IATA|LLC}}), which is only served by occasional charter flights. ==Get around== Passenger vans and buses are the main mode of public transportation between towns. The main transport hub is Tuguegarao, from where trips to all municipalities except Calayan can be made. Access to Fuga and Calayan Group of Islands involves ferries from the coastal towns of northern Cagayan, a trip that takes five hours in fine weather, but is otherwise a nightmare thanks to the rough waters of the Babuyan Channel. * '''Magapit Suspension Bridge''' in [[Lal-lo]] is known as "the Golden Gate of Cagayan." It is Asia's first suspension bridge, built in 1978. It spans the Cagayan River at Lallo and is 760 m long, and carries [[Asian Highway 26]]. * '''Calesa''' (horse-drawn carriage): In Cagayan, ''calesas'' are common, especially in Tuao and many other municipalities. In Tuguegarao, they are mixed in traffic with private cars, motorcycles, sidecar motorcycles, jeepneys, trucks, and bicycles. ==See== * '''Duba Cave'' (''Baggao''') is a wet river cave and a swimming cave. Almost all passages with water, which is about 70% of the way to the Skylight Falls, have large breakdowns or walls without handholds along the side so the only way through is to swim. Because of this, you should wear a lifejacket. This will ensure a safe return trip especially after the long swims in. * '''Rio Grande de Cagayan (Cagayan River)''' &mdash; the Philippines’ mightiest watercourse &mdash; is the longest and widest river in the country. Small streams originating form Balete Pass, Cordillera, Caraballo and the Sierra Madre Mountains meet other streams. It passes from Aparri traversing [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]] as far as [[Aurora (province)|Aurora]]. * '''Claveria Coast''' is called the "Coastal Paradise of the Cagayan North." * '''Callao Cave''' (''Penablanca'') has seven chambers. It is one of the best known tourist attractions of the province. It is in Barangays Parabba and Quibal, Peñablanca, near Tuguegarao, the capital city of the Province of Cagayan. Callao Cave has a natural cathedral at the first chamber, which was turned into a chapel by the local people. The conditions inside the cave cause stalactites and stalagmites, particularly in the deeper chambers. Every chamber has natural crevices, which let light get in, serving as illumination for the otherwise dark areas. * '''Calvary Hills''' (''Iguig'') consist of 11 hectares of rolling hills. It features larger-than-life concrete statues in tableau settings of the 14 Stations of the Cross, depicting Jesus Christ’s suffering and death on Mount Calvary. [[File:Basilica of Piat.jpg|thumb|right|Basilica of Our Lady of Piat in Piat, Cagayan]] * '''Basilica Minore Nuestra Señora de Piat''' (''Piat'') ("Primary Pilgrimage Center of the North"): The patroness of Cagayan Valley housed at the Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Piat has become the religious fulcrum of people wanting favors of any kind. Visitors may view her history at the Basilica Museum which has an extensive collection of religious items and Our Lady’s vestments and accessories. * '''Bukal ng Buhay''' (''Piat'') ("Spring of Life") is said to be a miraculous water that can heal diseases of any kind. It is below the hill where the Basilica of Our Lady of Piat stood. * '''Portabaga Falls''' (''Santa Praxedes'') A well-developed resort and inn managed by the local government of Santa Praxedes. It has 5 pools catering the needs of different age levels. Local and foreign tourists come for its natural beauty. * '''Sta. Ana Beaches''' &mdash; from pristine blue waters and fine sand, to rolling hills and enchanting colonial structures, to mystical caves and endearing people &mdash; are dubbed as “Untouched Paradise”, “Gateway to the Pacific”, “Game Fishing Mecca”, “Luzon’s Last Frontier” and “Marine Sanctuary”. * '''Calayan Island''' (''Calayan''): The island town is a two-hour boat ride from Aparri. It is rich in natural attractions like excellent beaches, archeological sites, endemic flora and fauna, virgin forest, crystal clear blue waters, plus hospitable and gentle people with colorful history. * '''Ar-Aro Cave''' (''Gattaran''): Nobody from among the old-timers of Barangay Naddungan, with a population of not more than 800, remembers how this cave got its name. Only a few locals, particularly fishermen, know the place. It was discovered by some of their old folks as a fishing ground for eels and araro, a freshwater fish. * '''Kalamudinan Falls''' (''Baggao'') is 26 km from the center of Santa Margarita, Baggao, Cagayan. More than 100 m high and rich in shrimp (locally called ''udang'') and fishes. [[File:The malaueg church of Malaueg, Cagayan.jpg|thumb|right|The Malaueg Church in Rizal, Cagayan]] * '''The Malaueg Church''' (Rizal) is at the Poblacion of the town. The church was preserved completely by UNESCO and underwent restorations. The church is made entirely of stones that was designed by Spaniards. * '''Magapit Protected Landscape''' (''Lal-lo'' and ''Gattaran'') * '''Lal-lo and Gattaran Shell Middens''' (''Lal-lo'' and ''Gattaran'') * '''Palaui Island''' (''Santa Ana'') ==Do== * Swimming * Sight-seeing ==Eat== * Enjoy the yummy giant crabs of Buguey * Indulge with the famous Pancit Batil Patong * Gakka, a tiny shell that no-one can resist. ==Drink== ==Stay safe== There are New People's Army guerrillas in the Sierra Madre and in the highland areas bordering Kalinga and Apayao. The towns along the Cagayan River basin frequently get inundated during the rainy season. In the summer, temperatures can reach {{cvt|40|C}}, especially in the Tuguegarao area. ==Go next== * [[Batanes]] * [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]] {{geo|18|121.8|zoom=10}} {{IsPartOf|Cagayan Valley}} {{outlineregion}} l4bxvnfxzmez9k5h4v3ox5xgjapfeyz 5328452 5328450 2026-08-14T17:48:17Z Ground Zero 1423298 Remove red links 5328452 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cagayan Buntun bridge.jpg}} '''Cagayan''' is a province in the [[Cagayan Valley]] region of [[Luzon]]. ==Cities== {{mapframe}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tuguegarao]]|wikidata=Q2200}} — The provincial capital * {{marker|type=city|name=Abulug|wikidata=Q43500}} — Main gateway to Apayao province. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Aparri]]|wikidata=Q43517}} — Northern terminus of the Cagayan Valley Road * {{marker|type=city|name=Alcala <!--[[Alcala (Cagayan)|Alcala]]-->|wikidata=Q43503}} — Known for its milk candy. * {{marker|type=city|name=Baggao|wikidata=Q43520}} — A municipality on the western slopes of the Sierra Madre and the base for most hiking and waterfall activities. * {{marker|type=city|name=Buguey|wikidata=Q49059}} — Crab capital of northern Luzon. * {{marker|type=city|name=Camalaniugan|wikidata=Q49313}} — Home to the oldest Christian church bell in the Far East, dating from 1594. * {{marker|type=city|name=Claveria|wikidata=Q49314}} — A coastal town with a lagoon * {{marker|type=city|name=Gonzaga|wikidata=Q49317}} — Home to Mount Cagua, the only active volcano in mainland northern Luzon. * {{marker|type=city|name=Iguig|wikidata=Q49318}} — Pilgrimage hub and pottery-making town * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Lal-lo]]|wikidata=Q49320}} — Rural municipality housing the new Cagayan North International Airport. The guide also covers the nearby towns of Gattaran and Lasam. * {{marker|type=city|name=Peñablanca|wikidata=Q49327}} — A municipality on the western slopes of the Sierra Madre known for Callao Cave, one of the largest systems of its kind in the Philippines. * {{marker|type=city|name=Piat|wikidata=Q49331}} — Pilgrimage hub housing the most venerated image of the Virgin Mary in Cagayan Valley. * {{marker|type=city|name=Rizal <!--[[Rizal (Cagayan)|Rizal]]-->|wikidata=Q49318}} — Highland town with a Spanish-era church. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Santa Ana (Philippines)|Santa Ana]]|wikidata=Q49337}} — Prime beach resort and gateway to Palaui Island. * {{marker|type=city|name=Tuao|wikidata=Q49350}} — Main gateway to Kalinga province. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=Calayan|wikidata=Q49062}} — Island and nature sanctuary which is home to numerous endemic species of animals *{{marker|name=Palaui Island|wikidata=Q1410310}} — National park and protected area off the northeastern tip of Cagayan. *{{marker|name=Callao Cave|wikidata=Q5021779}} — The site of the earliest known human remains found in the Philippines and a massive subterranean network. ==Understand== ===History=== Cagayan has been inhabited since prehistoric times, through anthropological and archaeological finds such as the Callao Man, and the Lal-lo and Gattaran Shell Middens. The first inhabitants are hunter-gatherers specialized in hunting mollusks; they were believed to be Negritos (''Atta'') based on anthropological evidence. Migrations of Austronesians (or Malays), the ancestors of most of the native groups such as the '''Ibanag''', '''Gaddang''', '''Itawes''' and some '''Igorot''' tribes, have driven the Negritos into the mountains at the eastern coast. Civilizations have thrived long in the province before Spanish colonization. Locals have traded with the Chinese and Japanese, and there are also records of a Japanese pirate kingdom in Cagayan, which lasted until 1582. The Spaniards first came in 1581, on an expedition to explore the areas north of the Caraballo mountain range and east of the Cordillera Central, and convert the locals to Catholicism. Conquistador Juan de Salcedo, sent to explore the coast of northern Luzon, also landed at the areas now occupied by the towns of Pamplona and Aparri. Cagayan used to cover all of the Cagayan Valley region during Spanish times. Founded in 1583 by royal decree, it included all of present-day Cagayan Valley, [[Batanes]], and parts of the provinces of Ifugao, Kalinga and Apayao, until the new provinces were carved out from 1839 afterwards, namely [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]] and [[Nueva Vizcaya]]. The original capital was in [[Lal-lo]], then known as Nueva Segovia, also the namesake of the Roman Catholic archdiocese which now has its seat in Vigan and includes the provinces of [[Ilocos Norte]], [[Ilocos Sur]], [[Abra]], and [[Benguet]]. ===Climate=== Cagayan has all of the three tropical climate regimes of the Philippines, but the two most prominent are the tropical monsoon and the tropical savanna regimes. *'''The tropical savanna''' climate zone mostly occupies the basin of the eponymous Cagayan River (except at its estuary), which includes the capital at Tuguegarao. There is a dry season from January to April, and temperatures can hit the {{C|40}} mark. *Most of the province have a '''tropical monsoon climate''', which has a shorter dry season, and low possibility of extreme daytime highs. *Mountains at the eastern coast have a '''rainforest climate''', which transitions into temperate oceanic at about {{m|1000}} above sea level. The province is at the heart of the typhoon belt, and has weather stations that are vital for typhoon tracking. Typhoons generally strike the province during the rainiest months, from August to October. Cagayan's overall climate is rainy, with a short dry season lasting from either January or February to April. The northeast monsoon (''amihan'') from Siberia and moist air masses from the Pacific brings much of the rain, and the province generally gets 85 rainy days a year. ==Get in== ===By bus=== Buses connect the province with Manila and Ilocos Region, mostly terminating at the capital at [[Tuguegarao]], but there are also buses that head to major towns such as [[Aparri]] and [[Santa Ana (Cagayan)|Santa Ana]]. ===By car=== [[Asian Highway 26]] (AH26) provides the main road link with Manila, though it is possible to take the Santiago-Tuguegarao Road as a shorter alternative. The same highway also provides the main access from [[Ilocos Region]]. From the [[Luzon Cordilleras|Cordilleras]], the main land route goes through the province of [[Kalinga]]. ===By plane=== [[Tuguegarao]] ({{IATA|TUG}}) is served by domestic flights from [[Ninoy Aquino International Airport|Manila]]. There is another airport at [[Lal-lo]] ({{IATA|LLC}}), which is only served by occasional charter flights. ==Get around== Passenger vans and buses are the main mode of public transportation between towns. The main transport hub is Tuguegarao, from where trips to all municipalities except Calayan can be made. Access to Fuga and Calayan Group of Islands involves ferries from the coastal towns of northern Cagayan, a trip that takes five hours in fine weather, but is otherwise a nightmare thanks to the rough waters of the Babuyan Channel. * '''Magapit Suspension Bridge''' in [[Lal-lo]] is known as "the Golden Gate of Cagayan." It is Asia's first suspension bridge, built in 1978. It spans the Cagayan River at Lallo and is 760 m long, and carries [[Asian Highway 26]]. * '''Calesa''' (horse-drawn carriage): In Cagayan, ''calesas'' are common, especially in Tuao and many other municipalities. In Tuguegarao, they are mixed in traffic with private cars, motorcycles, sidecar motorcycles, jeepneys, trucks, and bicycles. ==See== * '''Duba Cave'' (''Baggao''') is a wet river cave and a swimming cave. Almost all passages with water, which is about 70% of the way to the Skylight Falls, have large breakdowns or walls without handholds along the side so the only way through is to swim. Because of this, you should wear a lifejacket. This will ensure a safe return trip especially after the long swims in. * '''Rio Grande de Cagayan (Cagayan River)''' &mdash; the Philippines’ mightiest watercourse &mdash; is the longest and widest river in the country. Small streams originating form Balete Pass, Cordillera, Caraballo and the Sierra Madre Mountains meet other streams. It passes from Aparri traversing [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]] as far as [[Aurora (province)|Aurora]]. * '''Claveria Coast''' is called the "Coastal Paradise of the Cagayan North." * '''Callao Cave''' (''Penablanca'') has seven chambers. It is one of the best known tourist attractions of the province. It is in Barangays Parabba and Quibal, Peñablanca, near Tuguegarao, the capital city of the Province of Cagayan. Callao Cave has a natural cathedral at the first chamber, which was turned into a chapel by the local people. The conditions inside the cave cause stalactites and stalagmites, particularly in the deeper chambers. Every chamber has natural crevices, which let light get in, serving as illumination for the otherwise dark areas. * '''Calvary Hills''' (''Iguig'') consist of 11 hectares of rolling hills. It features larger-than-life concrete statues in tableau settings of the 14 Stations of the Cross, depicting Jesus Christ’s suffering and death on Mount Calvary. [[File:Basilica of Piat.jpg|thumb|right|Basilica of Our Lady of Piat in Piat, Cagayan]] * '''Basilica Minore Nuestra Señora de Piat''' (''Piat'') ("Primary Pilgrimage Center of the North"): The patroness of Cagayan Valley housed at the Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Piat has become the religious fulcrum of people wanting favors of any kind. Visitors may view her history at the Basilica Museum which has an extensive collection of religious items and Our Lady’s vestments and accessories. * '''Bukal ng Buhay''' (''Piat'') ("Spring of Life") is said to be a miraculous water that can heal diseases of any kind. It is below the hill where the Basilica of Our Lady of Piat stood. * '''Portabaga Falls''' (''Santa Praxedes'') A well-developed resort and inn managed by the local government of Santa Praxedes. It has 5 pools catering the needs of different age levels. Local and foreign tourists come for its natural beauty. * '''Sta. Ana Beaches''' &mdash; from pristine blue waters and fine sand, to rolling hills and enchanting colonial structures, to mystical caves and endearing people &mdash; are dubbed as “Untouched Paradise”, “Gateway to the Pacific”, “Game Fishing Mecca”, “Luzon’s Last Frontier” and “Marine Sanctuary”. * '''Calayan Island''' (''Calayan''): The island town is a two-hour boat ride from Aparri. It is rich in natural attractions like excellent beaches, archeological sites, endemic flora and fauna, virgin forest, crystal clear blue waters, plus hospitable and gentle people with colorful history. * '''Ar-Aro Cave''' (''Gattaran''): Nobody from among the old-timers of Barangay Naddungan, with a population of not more than 800, remembers how this cave got its name. Only a few locals, particularly fishermen, know the place. It was discovered by some of their old folks as a fishing ground for eels and araro, a freshwater fish. * '''Kalamudinan Falls''' (''Baggao'') is 26 km from the center of Santa Margarita, Baggao, Cagayan. More than 100 m high and rich in shrimp (locally called ''udang'') and fishes. [[File:The malaueg church of Malaueg, Cagayan.jpg|thumb|right|The Malaueg Church in Rizal, Cagayan]] * '''The Malaueg Church''' (Rizal) is at the Poblacion of the town. The church was preserved completely by UNESCO and underwent restorations. The church is made entirely of stones that was designed by Spaniards. * '''Magapit Protected Landscape''' (''Lal-lo'' and ''Gattaran'') * '''Lal-lo and Gattaran Shell Middens''' (''Lal-lo'' and ''Gattaran'') * '''Palaui Island''' (''Santa Ana'') ==Do== * Swimming * Sight-seeing ==Eat== * Enjoy the yummy giant crabs of Buguey * Indulge with the famous Pancit Batil Patong * Gakka, a tiny shell that no-one can resist. ==Drink== ==Stay safe== There are New People's Army guerrillas in the Sierra Madre and in the highland areas bordering Kalinga and Apayao. The towns along the Cagayan River basin frequently get inundated during the rainy season. In the summer, temperatures can reach {{cvt|40|C}}, especially in the Tuguegarao area. ==Go next== * [[Batanes]] * [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]] {{geo|18|121.8|zoom=10}} {{IsPartOf|Cagayan Valley}} {{outlineregion}} imt8km3gypnp7xvptf4golwn2tlunyl 0 5887 5328713 5283631 2026-08-15T09:22:58Z Chipatso 2413043 /* Understand */ 5328713 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|S-amer africa default banner.jpg|otbp=yes}} [[File:Sunset at Cape Macclear (Malawi).jpg|thumb|Sunset at Cape Maclear|300px]] '''Cape Maclear''' (aka Chembe) is a small fishing village, comprised of 6 smaller villages) on Lake Nyasa (Lake Malawi) in [[Malawi]]. It has tarmac road leading into (and straight out of) town. The village along a dirt road with many paths leading to the lake and to the outskirts of the village. There are over 20 lodges, several hostels, some dive shops, a handful of vendors selling curios/fruitveggies, a few bars, a supermarket with a bakery, and a local outdoor market at the far end of town. The pace of life here is... very... slow. Mumbo Island is about 4&nbsp;km offshore, inside Cape Maclear National Park, to the southern end of Lake Malawi. There are many hiking trails and an interested National Monument off the main road. ==Understand== Cape Maclear is a fishing village of about 24,000 inhabitants. The fishermen live in the center of the town, while either end of the village caters to tourists. In order to get from Steven's Guest House, for example, to Fat Monkeys, you must go through the town. This is not a problem - in fact, it's a great way to see how the average Malawian lives. It can just be a bit surprising when the road opens up, and you see a village. ==Get in== From the bus station in [[Lilongwe]], take a minibus to [[Monkey Bay]] for a few bucks. A miter bike will take you the rest of the way into Cape Maclear (if you get stuck, you can always stay in Monkey Bay). If you travel directly by car from Lilongwe plan on a 5-6 hour drive. Bus plus the motercycle ride plan on 8+ hours. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} The drive to Cape Maclear from Monkey Bay is through beautiful sunlit forest, preserved Lake Malawi National Park, which extends into the Lake, including nine islands, and offers shelter to some of the most spectacular fish in Africa. Cape Maclear is very small. A short stroll will get you wherever you need to go. ==See== * There is a beautiful '''beach''' to take in. * {{see | name=Missionary graves | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-14.0371 | long=34.83045 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-09-14 | content=On the north end of town. These are the final resting places of the first missionaries to the area, who died in 1875. }} ==Do== [[File:Otter Point, Cape Maclear (Malawi).jpg|250px|thumb|Otter Point]] Frankly, '''doing as little as possible''' is the whole point of Cape Maclear, but there ''are'' actual activities, in case you get bored. * {{do | name=Kayak Africa | url=http://www.kayakafrica.net | email=letsgo@kayakafrica.co.za | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+27 21 783 1955 | tollfree= | fax=+27 21 706 9771 | hours= | price= | content=Runs day trips from Cape Maclear. Since the Lake is pretty calm, boat trips can be rewarding. Kayak Africa is the only PADI registered club in Cape Maclear. It offers [[scuba diving]] day excursions as well as certification courses: contact Rob at Kayak Africa! }} * '''Hiking''' - an easy 80-minute trail starts near the Missionary Graves and takes you up to a viewing point above the village. There are other harder walks, like the {{marker |type=do |name=Mount Nkhunguni Peak |lat=-14.05103 | long=34.84067 }}, which are not so easily marked and don't really provide better views. For these, it is worthwhile finding a guide in town or at the Lake Malawi National Park. Alternatively, get a beach boy to take you up and tell you some stories. These hikes are part of the Lake Malawi National Parkː you must pay an entrance fee of US̩10. * A large catamaran provides '''sunset cruises''' and day-trips. The boat is beautiful, and a ride on it is lots of fun. There is no toilet on the boat, and if you're drinking during a trip, you might feel uncomfortable. * '''Pete's Aqualand''' at Fat Monkeys Lodge is another outfit offering day trips on the lake from Cape Maclear. * '''Danforth Lodge''' at Cape Maclear to the south of Lake Malawi. This 4-room lodge offers a reasonably high standard of accommodation and a wide range of activities including diving and sailing in a superb 12-m catamaran. * {{do | name=Mgoza Lodge | alt=Chembe | url= | email= | address=in the town centre | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A lovely place to spend a couple of days in spacious and well decorated rooms; a fully stocked bar and a good kitchen makes your stay as pleasant as possible. You host is always available with tips to make your stay even nicer; the lodge is at the beach and you will be able to do kayaking and scuba diving or go to the island to spend a nice quiet afternoon. }} * {{do | name=Chembe Village Project Centre | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/groups/173679072687184/ | email=chembeprojects@gmail.com | address=housed at Tuckaways Lodge | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 99 340 5681 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The first Project Centre in Chembe Village offers visits to local projects, hands on help, volunteer programs and a way to connect tourism to the heart of the village. }} * {{do | name=Cape Maclear Scuba | alt= | url=http://www.capemaclearscuba.com/ | email=scuba@dive.mw | address=6 Main Road, Chembe | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 999 95 24 88 | tollfree= | hours=8AM - 5PM | price= | content=Cape Maclear's only PADI-Registered Dive Resort, offering PADI scuba-diving courses and casual dives in the Lake Malawi National Park. The park is home to over 850 endemic species of Cichlids, and you can expect to see millions of them, as well as large catfish and blue crabs on typical dives. Visa & Paypal accepted. }} ==Buy== [[File:Dugouts on Lake Malawi.jpg|thumb|270px|Dugout canoes on Lake Malawi]] '''Curio vendors''' hawk their wares along the road, and prices are reasonable. Especially noteworthy are the hand-carved backgammon and mancala boards. '''Beach boys''' stroll the beaches, selling ''anything'' they think you will buy, from canoe trips, to handmade reed cars, to chocolate cakes made by their mothers, to handmade jewellery. While these beach boys arrange interesting goods at reasonable prices, they can become aggressive; beware. Past visitors recommend asking for a beach boy called Simon, who is very helpful and offers reasonable prices. One of the highlights of Cape Maclear is the surprisingly large number of '''dive shops'''. ==Eat== There are several small '''Malawian restaurants''' along the main road. If you want a great, reasonably priced seafood dinner ($2 or so for a big Chambo fillet), try any of them. A reservation is a good idea, not because the restaurant is likely to be crowded, but rather, so the owner knows he's going to have some business. Be sure to eat some of the '''chips''' (french fries) the boys sell along the main road. They'll fry them fresh, and they make a great snack. If you order them regular, be prepared for "soggy" fries. If you want them crispy, order them "brown." For lunch, grab some chips, buy some bread and tomatoes, and have tomato sandwiches and chips. Don't forget to arrange with one of the beach boys for an evening '''fish dinner on the beach'''. It's a lot of fun. Be careful, though—they're likely to come back and ask for more money, for any number of reasons. Be firm but respectful. For restaurants try: * '''Fat Monkeys''' is an open-air restaurant with a cool beach-vibe on the south end of the village. They have Western-styled food (try the pizza) and sometimes play host to lively parties at night. * {{eat | name=Cape Mac Lodge & Froggies Restaurant | alt= | url=http://www.capemaclodge.com {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=rogerl@africa-online.net | address=Cape Maclear | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 999621279 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=contact us | content=Josiane and Roger, a French couple, built this lodge and serve food with the French touch. }} ==Drink== '''[http://www.fatmonkeys.com Fat Monkeys]'''is another place to go for drinks. If you want a quiet night, buy some beers on the quiet side of the village and watch the moon rise over the Lake. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Domwe Island | alt= | url= | email=letsgo@kayakafrica.com | address=5 km off Cape Maclear | lat= | long= | directions=Take a boat from Kayak Africa's reception | phone=+265 99 994 2661 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=10:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=US$25-50 | content=Domwe Island is an entirely off grid, sustainably run camp on a pristine island 5 km off Cape Maclear. It is run by Kayak Africa and you can rent a kayak or boat to get there, camp or stay in a fully-equipped tent, self-cater or hire a chef. Great place for families and outdoor enthusiasts - or just those who love a quiet beach and a beautiful place. }} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Stevens' Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= +265 1301 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$3/night. | content=Among the quirkiest options for accommodation, offering simple, cheap rooms, including a bathroom, mosquito net, and double bed! Mr. Steven is a gruff, elderly Malawian man who must have presaged Cape Maclear as a relaxing, hedonistic destination decades ago. }} '''Malambe Camp''', +265 9 258 959 ([malambe_camp@btinternet.com]) Malambe camp offers camping accommodation as well as accommodation in bamboo huts right on the lake front. There is also a large dorm available. There is a great bar and a kitchen for guests to use. There are boat trips to Otter Point and Thumbe Island and have snorkeling equipment for hire. We can also arrange airport transfers. ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Fat Monkeys | alt= | url=https://www.fatmonkeysmw.com/ | email=fatmonkeys@africa-online.net | address= | lat=-14.02414 | long=34.841065 | directions= | phone=+265 999 948 501 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Lake view family chaletsː US$120, standard double rooms, en-suite double roomsː US$65-75, dormː US$10, campingː US$8 | content=Situated on the beach with an excellent bar, very friendly staff and good cheap food. Activities such as boat trips, kayaking and scuba diving can be arranged by Fat Monkeys (or by the beach boys). Fat Monkeys has long been popular with backpackers. FatMonkeys is a Skyband wireless Internet hotspot. }} * {{sleep | name=Tuckaways | url= | email=tuckawaysmw@gmail.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 993405681 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Offers 5 beautiful chalets overlooking Lake Malawi US$50/chalet. Each chalet sleeps 2 people and has a private verandah. Turn down service each evening and morning tea/coffee service to your verandah every morning offers a nice personal touch. | checkin= | checkout= | content= A family room is also available and tucked back in the garden (not lake side). All rooms share public toilets and showers (men's and ladies') - the bathrooms are very nice, big and clean. Kayaks, boat trips, community project involvement are all available from recpetion. }} * {{sleep | name=Cape Mac Lodge | alt= | url=https://www.capemaclodge.com/ | email=rogerl@africa-online.net | address= | lat=-14.02475 | long=34.84067 | directions= | phone=+265 9621279 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Rate: includes dinner, bed and breakfast US$67.50 pppn (twin/double), $91.50 pppn (single) | content=Next to Fat Monkeys it offers elegantly decorated rooms (with lofts) for singles, couples or families. Some of the things that set this place apart from the others is 1) the French cuisine (truly looked after by a real, live French woman with years of experience in Africa) and 2) a small in-ground pool just perfect for lounging with a drink in your hand from the well stocked bar and restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Chembe Eagles Nest | url=http://www.chembenest.com | email=enquiries@chembenest.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 995 475 688, +265 999 966 507 | tollfree= | fax=+265 9960-707 | hours= | price=US$60-75/night | checkin= | checkout= | content=Accommodation in chalets shaded by lush gardens, right on Cape Maclear's only private beach. Classy meals and lovely bar. Sailing, sundowner cruises and other water activities available. Secluded lake-side camping also offered. }} * {{sleep | name=Mgoza Lodge | url=http://mgozalodge.com | email=info@mgozalodge.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 995-632105 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Around US$60/night | checkin= | checkout= | content=A casual lodge with chalets with lake views and a friendly vibe. Watersports equipment, kayaks and boat trips are available nearby. }} * {{sleep | name=Thumbi View Lodge | alt= | url=https://thumbiviewlodge.com/ | email=info@thumbiviewlodge.com | address=Village Road | lat=-14.02985 | long=34.83274 | directions=south-west side of the coast | phone=+265 998 599 005 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Lake view en-suite twin roomː US$60, economy en-suite twin roomː US$30, dormː US$14, all w/ breakfast | lastedit=2024-08-30 | content=Backpacker and family lodge with terrace and mini swimming pool facing the lake, bar-restaurant, set dinner in the evening, boat trips. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Danforth Yachting | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 996-0077 | tollfree= | fax=+265 996-0707 | hours= | price=Around US$150/night including activities | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Mumbo Island | url=http://www.mumboisland.com | email= | address=Cape Maclear | lat=-13.993 | long=34.756 | directions=Take A boat from Kayak Africa's reception at Cape Maclear | phone=+265 99 994 2661 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=US$275 | checkin=10AM | checkout=10AM | content=Run on strict eco principles and is entirely off grid, it has only 7 tents, which are set into the bush on the tiny heart-shaped uninhabited islet attached to the island by a wooden bridge. Waters around the island are bilharzia-free and perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. Mumbo is fully catered. }} ==Stay healthy== Remember that Malawi suffers from [[malaria]] and in this part of Malawi there is a high risk all year round. Talk to your doctor before you go, wear insect repellent and cover your skin while it's dark, and sleep under a mosquito net. Some parts of the lake are contaminated with '''flatworms''', which can cause '''schistosomiasis''' (bilharzia). The parasites enter your body through the skin, so just getting your feet wet could make you sick. However, you are not guaranteed to acquire it, even if you swim daily. Among the symptoms (which might not appear for months after exposure) is painless, bloody urine. Other symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, fatigue. Bilharzia is easily treated, but convincing a Western doctor that you have bilharzia can be tough; explain that you've been to Malawi and ask for a test. As a precaution, you should inquire with your travel doctor or pharmacist about treatment tablets, a single oral dose of the drug praziquantel, after potential exposure. Treatment is readily available at many pharmacies for a small cost in Malawi. '''Don't drink the water from the taps''': it comes straight from the lake. ==Connect== Cape Maclear is covered by a '''Skyband hotspot'''. You are now able to browse the Internet at from any one of the lodges on the bay. Access is controlled by the purchase of access cards at a very reasonable price. For more information on the service and locations in Malawi log on to [http://www.skybandhotspots.com their website]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ==Go next== Cape Maclear has a reputation for being a sort of ''traveler's black hole.'' In other words, once you get there, you won't want to leave. If you want more beach time, you might try '''[[Senga Bay]]''', '''[[Monkey Bay]]''', or '''[[Nkhata Bay]]'''. * '''[[Zomba]]''' - if you've got a little bit sunburnt, you can head south to the former capital of [[Malawi]], and a beautiful, wooded mountain-town that feels very little like Africa. * '''[[Lake Malawi National Park]]''' {{geo|-14.0167|34.8500}} {{isPartOf|Southern_Malawi}} {{usablecity}} f7tmsi127kxq13pq1tioa41e742jtip 5328714 5328713 2026-08-15T09:23:51Z Chipatso 2413043 /* */ 5328714 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|S-amer africa default banner.jpg|otbp=yes}} [[File:Sunset at Cape Macclear (Malawi).jpg|thumb|Sunset at Cape Maclear|300px]] '''Cape Maclear''' (aka Chembe) is a small fishing village, comprised of 6 smaller villages, on Lake Nyasa (Lake Malawi) in [[Malawi]]. It has tarmac road leading into (and straight out of) town. The village along a dirt road with many paths leading to the lake and to the outskirts of the village. There are over 20 lodges, several hostels, some dive shops, a handful of vendors selling curios/fruitveggies, a few bars, a supermarket with a bakery, and a local outdoor market at the far end of town. The pace of life here is... very... slow. Mumbo Island is about 4&nbsp;km offshore, inside Cape Maclear National Park, to the southern end of Lake Malawi. There are many hiking trails and an interested National Monument off the main road. ==Understand== Cape Maclear is a fishing village of about 24,000 inhabitants. The fishermen live in the center of the town, while either end of the village caters to tourists. In order to get from Steven's Guest House, for example, to Fat Monkeys, you must go through the town. This is not a problem - in fact, it's a great way to see how the average Malawian lives. It can just be a bit surprising when the road opens up, and you see a village. ==Get in== From the bus station in [[Lilongwe]], take a minibus to [[Monkey Bay]] for a few bucks. A miter bike will take you the rest of the way into Cape Maclear (if you get stuck, you can always stay in Monkey Bay). If you travel directly by car from Lilongwe plan on a 5-6 hour drive. Bus plus the motercycle ride plan on 8+ hours. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} The drive to Cape Maclear from Monkey Bay is through beautiful sunlit forest, preserved Lake Malawi National Park, which extends into the Lake, including nine islands, and offers shelter to some of the most spectacular fish in Africa. Cape Maclear is very small. A short stroll will get you wherever you need to go. ==See== * There is a beautiful '''beach''' to take in. * {{see | name=Missionary graves | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-14.0371 | long=34.83045 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-09-14 | content=On the north end of town. These are the final resting places of the first missionaries to the area, who died in 1875. }} ==Do== [[File:Otter Point, Cape Maclear (Malawi).jpg|250px|thumb|Otter Point]] Frankly, '''doing as little as possible''' is the whole point of Cape Maclear, but there ''are'' actual activities, in case you get bored. * {{do | name=Kayak Africa | url=http://www.kayakafrica.net | email=letsgo@kayakafrica.co.za | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+27 21 783 1955 | tollfree= | fax=+27 21 706 9771 | hours= | price= | content=Runs day trips from Cape Maclear. Since the Lake is pretty calm, boat trips can be rewarding. Kayak Africa is the only PADI registered club in Cape Maclear. It offers [[scuba diving]] day excursions as well as certification courses: contact Rob at Kayak Africa! }} * '''Hiking''' - an easy 80-minute trail starts near the Missionary Graves and takes you up to a viewing point above the village. There are other harder walks, like the {{marker |type=do |name=Mount Nkhunguni Peak |lat=-14.05103 | long=34.84067 }}, which are not so easily marked and don't really provide better views. For these, it is worthwhile finding a guide in town or at the Lake Malawi National Park. Alternatively, get a beach boy to take you up and tell you some stories. These hikes are part of the Lake Malawi National Parkː you must pay an entrance fee of US̩10. * A large catamaran provides '''sunset cruises''' and day-trips. The boat is beautiful, and a ride on it is lots of fun. There is no toilet on the boat, and if you're drinking during a trip, you might feel uncomfortable. * '''Pete's Aqualand''' at Fat Monkeys Lodge is another outfit offering day trips on the lake from Cape Maclear. * '''Danforth Lodge''' at Cape Maclear to the south of Lake Malawi. This 4-room lodge offers a reasonably high standard of accommodation and a wide range of activities including diving and sailing in a superb 12-m catamaran. * {{do | name=Mgoza Lodge | alt=Chembe | url= | email= | address=in the town centre | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A lovely place to spend a couple of days in spacious and well decorated rooms; a fully stocked bar and a good kitchen makes your stay as pleasant as possible. You host is always available with tips to make your stay even nicer; the lodge is at the beach and you will be able to do kayaking and scuba diving or go to the island to spend a nice quiet afternoon. }} * {{do | name=Chembe Village Project Centre | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/groups/173679072687184/ | email=chembeprojects@gmail.com | address=housed at Tuckaways Lodge | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 99 340 5681 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The first Project Centre in Chembe Village offers visits to local projects, hands on help, volunteer programs and a way to connect tourism to the heart of the village. }} * {{do | name=Cape Maclear Scuba | alt= | url=http://www.capemaclearscuba.com/ | email=scuba@dive.mw | address=6 Main Road, Chembe | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 999 95 24 88 | tollfree= | hours=8AM - 5PM | price= | content=Cape Maclear's only PADI-Registered Dive Resort, offering PADI scuba-diving courses and casual dives in the Lake Malawi National Park. The park is home to over 850 endemic species of Cichlids, and you can expect to see millions of them, as well as large catfish and blue crabs on typical dives. Visa & Paypal accepted. }} ==Buy== [[File:Dugouts on Lake Malawi.jpg|thumb|270px|Dugout canoes on Lake Malawi]] '''Curio vendors''' hawk their wares along the road, and prices are reasonable. Especially noteworthy are the hand-carved backgammon and mancala boards. '''Beach boys''' stroll the beaches, selling ''anything'' they think you will buy, from canoe trips, to handmade reed cars, to chocolate cakes made by their mothers, to handmade jewellery. While these beach boys arrange interesting goods at reasonable prices, they can become aggressive; beware. Past visitors recommend asking for a beach boy called Simon, who is very helpful and offers reasonable prices. One of the highlights of Cape Maclear is the surprisingly large number of '''dive shops'''. ==Eat== There are several small '''Malawian restaurants''' along the main road. If you want a great, reasonably priced seafood dinner ($2 or so for a big Chambo fillet), try any of them. A reservation is a good idea, not because the restaurant is likely to be crowded, but rather, so the owner knows he's going to have some business. Be sure to eat some of the '''chips''' (french fries) the boys sell along the main road. They'll fry them fresh, and they make a great snack. If you order them regular, be prepared for "soggy" fries. If you want them crispy, order them "brown." For lunch, grab some chips, buy some bread and tomatoes, and have tomato sandwiches and chips. Don't forget to arrange with one of the beach boys for an evening '''fish dinner on the beach'''. It's a lot of fun. Be careful, though—they're likely to come back and ask for more money, for any number of reasons. Be firm but respectful. For restaurants try: * '''Fat Monkeys''' is an open-air restaurant with a cool beach-vibe on the south end of the village. They have Western-styled food (try the pizza) and sometimes play host to lively parties at night. * {{eat | name=Cape Mac Lodge & Froggies Restaurant | alt= | url=http://www.capemaclodge.com {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=rogerl@africa-online.net | address=Cape Maclear | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 999621279 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=contact us | content=Josiane and Roger, a French couple, built this lodge and serve food with the French touch. }} ==Drink== '''[http://www.fatmonkeys.com Fat Monkeys]'''is another place to go for drinks. If you want a quiet night, buy some beers on the quiet side of the village and watch the moon rise over the Lake. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Domwe Island | alt= | url= | email=letsgo@kayakafrica.com | address=5 km off Cape Maclear | lat= | long= | directions=Take a boat from Kayak Africa's reception | phone=+265 99 994 2661 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=10:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=US$25-50 | content=Domwe Island is an entirely off grid, sustainably run camp on a pristine island 5 km off Cape Maclear. It is run by Kayak Africa and you can rent a kayak or boat to get there, camp or stay in a fully-equipped tent, self-cater or hire a chef. Great place for families and outdoor enthusiasts - or just those who love a quiet beach and a beautiful place. }} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Stevens' Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= +265 1301 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$3/night. | content=Among the quirkiest options for accommodation, offering simple, cheap rooms, including a bathroom, mosquito net, and double bed! Mr. Steven is a gruff, elderly Malawian man who must have presaged Cape Maclear as a relaxing, hedonistic destination decades ago. }} '''Malambe Camp''', +265 9 258 959 ([malambe_camp@btinternet.com]) Malambe camp offers camping accommodation as well as accommodation in bamboo huts right on the lake front. There is also a large dorm available. There is a great bar and a kitchen for guests to use. There are boat trips to Otter Point and Thumbe Island and have snorkeling equipment for hire. We can also arrange airport transfers. ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Fat Monkeys | alt= | url=https://www.fatmonkeysmw.com/ | email=fatmonkeys@africa-online.net | address= | lat=-14.02414 | long=34.841065 | directions= | phone=+265 999 948 501 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Lake view family chaletsː US$120, standard double rooms, en-suite double roomsː US$65-75, dormː US$10, campingː US$8 | content=Situated on the beach with an excellent bar, very friendly staff and good cheap food. Activities such as boat trips, kayaking and scuba diving can be arranged by Fat Monkeys (or by the beach boys). Fat Monkeys has long been popular with backpackers. FatMonkeys is a Skyband wireless Internet hotspot. }} * {{sleep | name=Tuckaways | url= | email=tuckawaysmw@gmail.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 993405681 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Offers 5 beautiful chalets overlooking Lake Malawi US$50/chalet. Each chalet sleeps 2 people and has a private verandah. Turn down service each evening and morning tea/coffee service to your verandah every morning offers a nice personal touch. | checkin= | checkout= | content= A family room is also available and tucked back in the garden (not lake side). All rooms share public toilets and showers (men's and ladies') - the bathrooms are very nice, big and clean. Kayaks, boat trips, community project involvement are all available from recpetion. }} * {{sleep | name=Cape Mac Lodge | alt= | url=https://www.capemaclodge.com/ | email=rogerl@africa-online.net | address= | lat=-14.02475 | long=34.84067 | directions= | phone=+265 9621279 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Rate: includes dinner, bed and breakfast US$67.50 pppn (twin/double), $91.50 pppn (single) | content=Next to Fat Monkeys it offers elegantly decorated rooms (with lofts) for singles, couples or families. Some of the things that set this place apart from the others is 1) the French cuisine (truly looked after by a real, live French woman with years of experience in Africa) and 2) a small in-ground pool just perfect for lounging with a drink in your hand from the well stocked bar and restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Chembe Eagles Nest | url=http://www.chembenest.com | email=enquiries@chembenest.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 995 475 688, +265 999 966 507 | tollfree= | fax=+265 9960-707 | hours= | price=US$60-75/night | checkin= | checkout= | content=Accommodation in chalets shaded by lush gardens, right on Cape Maclear's only private beach. Classy meals and lovely bar. Sailing, sundowner cruises and other water activities available. Secluded lake-side camping also offered. }} * {{sleep | name=Mgoza Lodge | url=http://mgozalodge.com | email=info@mgozalodge.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 995-632105 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Around US$60/night | checkin= | checkout= | content=A casual lodge with chalets with lake views and a friendly vibe. Watersports equipment, kayaks and boat trips are available nearby. }} * {{sleep | name=Thumbi View Lodge | alt= | url=https://thumbiviewlodge.com/ | email=info@thumbiviewlodge.com | address=Village Road | lat=-14.02985 | long=34.83274 | directions=south-west side of the coast | phone=+265 998 599 005 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Lake view en-suite twin roomː US$60, economy en-suite twin roomː US$30, dormː US$14, all w/ breakfast | lastedit=2024-08-30 | content=Backpacker and family lodge with terrace and mini swimming pool facing the lake, bar-restaurant, set dinner in the evening, boat trips. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Danforth Yachting | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 996-0077 | tollfree= | fax=+265 996-0707 | hours= | price=Around US$150/night including activities | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Mumbo Island | url=http://www.mumboisland.com | email= | address=Cape Maclear | lat=-13.993 | long=34.756 | directions=Take A boat from Kayak Africa's reception at Cape Maclear | phone=+265 99 994 2661 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=US$275 | checkin=10AM | checkout=10AM | content=Run on strict eco principles and is entirely off grid, it has only 7 tents, which are set into the bush on the tiny heart-shaped uninhabited islet attached to the island by a wooden bridge. Waters around the island are bilharzia-free and perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. Mumbo is fully catered. }} ==Stay healthy== Remember that Malawi suffers from [[malaria]] and in this part of Malawi there is a high risk all year round. Talk to your doctor before you go, wear insect repellent and cover your skin while it's dark, and sleep under a mosquito net. Some parts of the lake are contaminated with '''flatworms''', which can cause '''schistosomiasis''' (bilharzia). The parasites enter your body through the skin, so just getting your feet wet could make you sick. However, you are not guaranteed to acquire it, even if you swim daily. Among the symptoms (which might not appear for months after exposure) is painless, bloody urine. Other symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, fatigue. Bilharzia is easily treated, but convincing a Western doctor that you have bilharzia can be tough; explain that you've been to Malawi and ask for a test. As a precaution, you should inquire with your travel doctor or pharmacist about treatment tablets, a single oral dose of the drug praziquantel, after potential exposure. Treatment is readily available at many pharmacies for a small cost in Malawi. '''Don't drink the water from the taps''': it comes straight from the lake. ==Connect== Cape Maclear is covered by a '''Skyband hotspot'''. You are now able to browse the Internet at from any one of the lodges on the bay. Access is controlled by the purchase of access cards at a very reasonable price. For more information on the service and locations in Malawi log on to [http://www.skybandhotspots.com their website]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ==Go next== Cape Maclear has a reputation for being a sort of ''traveler's black hole.'' In other words, once you get there, you won't want to leave. If you want more beach time, you might try '''[[Senga Bay]]''', '''[[Monkey Bay]]''', or '''[[Nkhata Bay]]'''. * '''[[Zomba]]''' - if you've got a little bit sunburnt, you can head south to the former capital of [[Malawi]], and a beautiful, wooded mountain-town that feels very little like Africa. * '''[[Lake Malawi National Park]]''' {{geo|-14.0167|34.8500}} {{isPartOf|Southern_Malawi}} {{usablecity}} fxykk0slb6lm8s07svb0l2lo1xxd9n1 5328724 5328714 2026-08-15T10:01:56Z Ground Zero 1423298 Copyedit, formatting 5328724 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|S-amer africa default banner.jpg|otbp=yes}} '''Cape Maclear''' (aka Chembe) is a small fishing village, composed of 6 smaller villages, on Lake Nyasa (Lake Malawi) in [[Malawi]]. It has tarmac road leading into (and straight out of) town. The village along a dirt road with many paths leading to the lake and to the outskirts of the village. There are over 20 lodges, several hostels, some dive shops, a handful of vendors selling curios/fruit and veggies, a few bars, a supermarket with a bakery, and a local outdoor market at the far end of town. The pace of life here is... very... slow. [[File:Sunset at Cape Macclear (Malawi).jpg|thumb|Sunset at Cape Maclear|300px]] Mumbo Island is about 4&nbsp;km offshore, inside Cape Maclear National Park, to the southern end of Lake Malawi. There are many hiking trails and an interested National Monument off the main road. ==Understand== Cape Maclear is a fishing village of about 24,000 inhabitants. The fishermen live in the center of the town, while either end of the village caters to tourists. In order to get from Steven's Guest House, for example, to Fat Monkeys, you must go through the town. This is not a problem - in fact, it's a great way to see how the average Malawian lives. It can just be a bit surprising when the road opens up, and you see a village. ==Get in== From the bus station in [[Lilongwe]], take a minibus to [[Monkey Bay]] for a few bucks. A miter bike will take you the rest of the way into Cape Maclear (if you get stuck, you can always stay in Monkey Bay). If you travel directly by car from Lilongwe plan on a 5- to 6-hour drive. Bus plus the motorcycle ride plan on 8 hours or more. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} The drive to Cape Maclear from Monkey Bay is through beautiful sunlit forest, preserved Lake Malawi National Park, which extends into the Lake, including nine islands, and offers shelter to some of the most spectacular fish in Africa. Cape Maclear is very small. A short stroll will get you wherever you need to go. ==See== * There is a beautiful '''beach''' to take in. * {{see | name=Missionary graves | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-14.0371 | long=34.83045 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-09-14 | content=On the north end of town. These are the final resting places of the first missionaries to the area, who died in 1875. }} ==Do== [[File:Otter Point, Cape Maclear (Malawi).jpg|250px|thumb|Otter Point]] Frankly, '''doing as little as possible''' is the whole point of Cape Maclear, but there ''are'' actual activities, in case you get bored. * {{do | name=Kayak Africa | url=http://www.kayakafrica.net | email=letsgo@kayakafrica.co.za | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+27 21 783 1955 | tollfree= | fax=+27 21 706 9771 | hours= | price= | content=Runs day trips from Cape Maclear. Since the Lake is pretty calm, boat trips can be rewarding. Kayak Africa is the only PADI registered club in Cape Maclear. It offers [[scuba diving]] day excursions as well as certification courses: contact Rob at Kayak Africa! }} * '''Hiking''' - an easy 80-minute trail starts near the Missionary Graves and takes you up to a viewing point above the village. There are other harder walks, like the {{marker |type=do |name=Mount Nkhunguni Peak |lat=-14.05103 | long=34.84067 }}, which are not so easily marked and don't really provide better views. For these, it is worthwhile finding a guide in town or at the Lake Malawi National Park. Alternatively, get a beach boy to take you up and tell you some stories. These hikes are part of the Lake Malawi National Parkː you must pay an entrance fee of US̩$10. * A large catamaran provides '''sunset cruises''' and day-trips. The boat is beautiful, and a ride on it is lots of fun. There is no toilet on the boat, and if you're drinking during a trip, you might feel uncomfortable. * '''Pete's Aqualand''' at Fat Monkeys Lodge is another outfit offering day trips on the lake from Cape Maclear. * '''Danforth Lodge''' at Cape Maclear to the south of Lake Malawi. This 4-room lodge offers a reasonably high standard of accommodation and a wide range of activities including diving and sailing in a superb 12-m catamaran. * {{do | name=Mgoza Lodge | alt=Chembe | url= | email= | address=in the town centre | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A lovely place to spend a couple of days in spacious and well decorated rooms; a fully stocked bar and a good kitchen makes your stay as pleasant as possible. You host is always available with tips to make your stay even nicer; the lodge is at the beach and you will be able to do kayaking and scuba diving or go to the island to spend a nice quiet afternoon. }} * {{do | name=Chembe Village Project Centre | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/groups/173679072687184/ | email=chembeprojects@gmail.com | address=housed at Tuckaways Lodge | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 99 340 5681 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The first Project Centre in Chembe Village offers visits to local projects, hands on help, volunteer programs and a way to connect tourism to the heart of the village. }} * {{do | name=Cape Maclear Scuba | alt= | url=http://www.capemaclearscuba.com/ | email=scuba@dive.mw | address=6 Main Road, Chembe | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 999 95 24 88 | tollfree= | hours=8AM - 5PM | price= | content=Cape Maclear's only PADI-Registered Dive Resort, offering PADI scuba-diving courses and casual dives in the Lake Malawi National Park. The park is home to over 850 endemic species of Cichlids, and you can expect to see millions of them, as well as large catfish and blue crabs on typical dives. Visa & Paypal accepted. }} ==Buy== [[File:Dugouts on Lake Malawi.jpg|thumb|270px|Dugout canoes on Lake Malawi]] '''Curio vendors''' hawk their wares along the road, and prices are reasonable. Especially noteworthy are the hand-carved backgammon and mancala boards. '''Beach boys''' stroll the beaches, selling ''anything'' they think you will buy, from canoe trips, to handmade reed cars, to chocolate cakes made by their mothers, to handmade jewellery. While these beach boys arrange interesting goods at reasonable prices, they can become aggressive; beware. Past visitors recommend asking for a beach boy called Simon, who is very helpful and offers reasonable prices. One of the highlights of Cape Maclear is the surprisingly large number of '''dive shops'''. ==Eat== There are several small '''Malawian restaurants''' along the main road. If you want a great, reasonably priced seafood dinner ($2 or so for a big Chambo fillet), try any of them. A reservation is a good idea, not because the restaurant is likely to be crowded, but rather, so the owner knows he's going to have some business. Be sure to eat some of the '''chips''' (french fries) the boys sell along the main road. They'll fry them fresh, and they make a great snack. If you order them regular, be prepared for "soggy" fries. If you want them crispy, order them "brown." For lunch, grab some chips, buy some bread and tomatoes, and have tomato sandwiches and chips. Don't forget to arrange with one of the beach boys for an evening '''fish dinner on the beach'''. It's a lot of fun. Be careful, though—they're likely to come back and ask for more money, for any number of reasons. Be firm but respectful. For restaurants try: * '''Fat Monkeys''' is an open-air restaurant with a cool beach-vibe on the south end of the village. They have Western-styled food (try the pizza) and sometimes play host to lively parties at night. * {{eat | name=Cape Mac Lodge & Froggies Restaurant | alt= | url=http://www.capemaclodge.com {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=rogerl@africa-online.net | address=Cape Maclear | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 999621279 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=contact us | content=Josiane and Roger, a French couple, built this lodge and serve food with the French touch. }} ==Drink== '''[http://www.fatmonkeys.com Fat Monkeys]'''is another place to go for drinks. If you want a quiet night, buy some beers on the quiet side of the village and watch the moon rise over the Lake. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Domwe Island | alt= | url= | email=letsgo@kayakafrica.com | address=5 km off Cape Maclear | lat= | long= | directions=take a boat from Kayak Africa's reception | phone=+265 99 994 2661 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=10:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=US$25-50 | content=Domwe Island is an entirely off grid, sustainably run camp on a pristine island 5 km off Cape Maclear. It is run by Kayak Africa and you can rent a kayak or boat to get there, camp or stay in a fully-equipped tent, self-cater or hire a chef. Great place for families and outdoor enthusiasts, or just those who love a quiet beach and a beautiful place. }} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Stevens' Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= +265 1301 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$3/night. | content=Among the quirkiest options for accommodation, offering simple, cheap rooms, including a bathroom, mosquito net, and double bed! Mr. Steven is a gruff, elderly Malawian man who must have presaged Cape Maclear as a relaxing, hedonistic destination decades ago. }} '''Malambe Camp''', +265 9 258 959 ([malambe_camp@btinternet.com]). Malambe camp offers camping accommodation as well as accommodation in bamboo huts right on the lake front. There is also a large dorm available. There is a great bar and a kitchen for guests to use. There are boat trips to Otter Point and Thumbe Island and have snorkeling equipment for hire. We can also arrange airport transfers. ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Fat Monkeys | alt= | url=https://www.fatmonkeysmw.com/ | email=fatmonkeys@africa-online.net | address= | lat=-14.02414 | long=34.841065 | directions= | phone=+265 999 948 501 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Lake view family chaletsː US$120, standard double rooms, en-suite double roomsː US$65-75, dormː US$10, campingː US$8 | content=Situated on the beach with an excellent bar, very friendly staff and good cheap food. Activities such as boat trips, kayaking and scuba diving can be arranged by Fat Monkeys (or by the beach boys). Fat Monkeys has long been popular with backpackers. FatMonkeys is a Skyband wireless Internet hotspot. }} * {{sleep | name=Tuckaways | url= | email=tuckawaysmw@gmail.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 993405681 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Offers 5 beautiful chalets overlooking Lake Malawi US$50/chalet. Each chalet sleeps 2 people and has a private verandah. Turn down service each evening and morning tea/coffee service to your verandah every morning offers a nice personal touch. | checkin= | checkout= | content= A family room is also available and tucked back in the garden (not lake side). All rooms share public toilets and showers (men's and ladies') - the bathrooms are very nice, big and clean. Kayaks, boat trips, community project involvement are all available from reception. }} * {{sleep | name=Cape Mac Lodge | alt= | url=https://www.capemaclodge.com/ | email=rogerl@africa-online.net | address= | lat=-14.02475 | long=34.84067 | directions= | phone=+265 9621279 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Rate: includes dinner, bed and breakfast US$67.50 pppn (twin/double), $91.50 pppn (single) | content=Next to Fat Monkeys it offers elegantly decorated rooms (with lofts) for singles, couples or families. Some of the things that set this place apart from the others is 1) the French cuisine (truly looked after by a French woman with years of experience in Africa) and 2) a small in-ground pool just perfect for lounging with a drink in your hand from the well stocked bar and restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Chembe Eagles Nest | url=http://www.chembenest.com | email=enquiries@chembenest.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 995 475 688, +265 999 966 507 | tollfree= | fax=+265 9960-707 | hours= | price=US$60-75/night | checkin= | checkout= | content=Accommodation in chalets shaded by lush gardens, right on Cape Maclear's only private beach. Classy meals and lovely bar. Sailing, sundowner cruises and other water activities available. Secluded lake-side camping also offered. }} * {{sleep | name=Mgoza Lodge | url=http://mgozalodge.com | email=info@mgozalodge.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 995-632105 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Around US$60/night | checkin= | checkout= | content=A casual lodge with chalets with lake views and a friendly vibe. Watersports equipment, kayaks and boat trips are available nearby. }} * {{sleep | name=Thumbi View Lodge | alt= | url=https://thumbiviewlodge.com/ | email=info@thumbiviewlodge.com | address=Village Road | lat=-14.02985 | long=34.83274 | directions=south-west side of the coast | phone=+265 998 599 005 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Lake view en-suite twin roomː US$60, economy en-suite twin roomː US$30, dormː US$14, all w/ breakfast | lastedit=2024-08-30 | content=Backpacker and family lodge with terrace and mini swimming pool facing the lake, bar-restaurant, set dinner in the evening, boat trips. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Danforth Yachting | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+265 996-0077 | tollfree= | fax=+265 996-0707 | hours= | price=Around US$150/night including activities | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Mumbo Island | url=http://www.mumboisland.com | email= | address=Cape Maclear | lat=-13.993 | long=34.756 | directions=Take A boat from Kayak Africa's reception at Cape Maclear | phone=+265 99 994 2661 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=US$275 | checkin=10AM | checkout=10AM | content=Run on strict eco principles and is entirely off grid, it has only 7 tents, which are set into the bush on the tiny heart-shaped uninhabited islet attached to the island by a wooden bridge. Waters around the island are bilharzia-free and perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. Mumbo is fully catered. }} ==Stay healthy== Remember that Malawi suffers from [[malaria]] and in this part of Malawi there is a high risk all year round. Talk to your doctor before you go, wear insect repellent and cover your skin while it's dark, and sleep under a mosquito net. Some parts of the lake are contaminated with '''flatworms''', which can cause '''schistosomiasis''' (bilharzia). The parasites enter your body through the skin, so just getting your feet wet could make you sick. However, you are not guaranteed to acquire it, even if you swim daily. Among the symptoms (which might not appear for months after exposure) is painless, bloody urine. Other symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, fatigue. Bilharzia is easily treated, but convincing a Western doctor that you have bilharzia can be tough; explain that you've been to Malawi and ask for a test. As a precaution, you should inquire with your travel doctor or pharmacist about treatment tablets, a single oral dose of the drug praziquantel, after potential exposure. Treatment is readily available at many pharmacies for a small cost in Malawi. '''Don't drink the water from the taps''': it comes straight from the lake. ==Connect== Cape Maclear is covered by a '''Skyband hotspot'''. You are now able to browse the Internet at from any one of the lodges on the bay. Access is controlled by the purchase of access cards at a very reasonable price. For more information on the service and locations in Malawi log on to [http://www.skybandhotspots.com their website]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ==Go next== Cape Maclear has a reputation for being a sort of ''traveler's black hole.'' In other words, once you get there, you won't want to leave. If you want more beach time, you might try '''[[Senga Bay]]''', '''[[Monkey Bay]]''', or '''[[Nkhata Bay]]'''. * '''[[Zomba]]''' - if you've got a little bit sunburnt, you can head south to the former capital of [[Malawi]], and a beautiful, wooded mountain-town that feels very little like Africa. * '''[[Lake Malawi National Park]]''' {{geo|-14.0167|34.8500}} {{isPartOf|Southern_Malawi}} {{usablecity}} 9ez8qnhei0e5m7h5w5n25b52qdokucr 0 6070 5328476 5132167 2026-08-14T18:25:14Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328476 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Carnarvon_Banner.jpg}} '''Carnarvon National Park''' is a Queensland national park in [[Central Queensland]], mostly known for its geological formations and rock art. ==Understand== ===History=== ====Prehistory==== [[File:Art Gallery detail..jpg|right|thumb|Art Gallery detail.]]The human history of Carnarvon Gorge is long, and often mysterious. Close to the headwaters of the Gorge, Kenniffs Cave was excavated in 1962 and revealed occupational evidence carbon dated back to 19,500 years before present. Yet, evidence excavated within Carnarvon Gorge only dates back 3,500 years before present - why is there such a large difference in dates between sites that are within a day's walk of each other? We may never know. Ethnographic reports suggest that at the time of European contact, the area to the east of Carnarvon Gorge was occupied by the Karingbal people and that to the west by the Bidjara people. Distribution patterns of rock art in and around the Gorge raise the possibility that the Gorge was used by both cultural groups and may have been a cultural and spiritual meeting place for the two groups. ====European exploration and settlement==== In the 1840s Leichhardt and Mitchell lead expeditions through Central Queensland, passing east and west, respectively, of Carnarvon Gorge. Mitchell is credited with the naming of the Carnarvon Range after Caernarfon in Wales. Prompted by the reports of these two explorers, settlers began to take up blocks in the area. Mount Abundance, near the current town of Roma, was established as a property in 1847. The local Indigenous population soon took exception to the European intrusion and inter-racial relationships soon deteriorated into open warfare. Some researchers claim that Central Queensland was the worst area for direct inter-racial violence on mainland Australia during this time. The newcomers did not have things all their own way, either. Local tribes conducted an effective campaign using hit and run tactics, taking advantage of their superior bush skills and local knowledge of landscapes. Two of the largest single-event killings of settlers by Aboriginals occurred in the area during this period - at Hornetbank, near Taroom, and Cullin-la-Ringo, out from Springsure. Eventually, the use of Native Police turned the tide in favour of the settlers and Indigenous culture came under increasing pressure. By the late 1870s, very few people were living a traditional Indigenous lifestyle. Most Aboriginal people were living in groups on stations sympathetic to their plight. Under these circumstances, even though the old ways of hunting and gathering were no longer followed, much of the cultural and spiritual life remained the same as the groups were still effectively living on their tribal land. All that was to change when the Government began the system of reserves and missions that took Aboriginal people away from their traditional lands. ====Early 20th century==== The same terrain that gave Aboriginal bush skills an advantage during their conflict with settlers and police gave bushrangers and cattleduffers an advantage as well. Carnarvon Gorge has no shortage of local identities occupying the grey area of early colonial law. Ward's Canyon gets its name from two fur hunters who used the Gorge as a base in the early 1900s. The Ward brothers used to hunt all year round, despite the existence of a limited open season. In an area as remote as Carnarvon Gorge, they were well out of reach of the long arm of the law. The cattle industry has met with reasonable success in the area around Carnarvon Gorge; however the rugged terrain of the Gorge itself proved an obstruction - despite the presence of reliable water. It was not that cattle couldn't graze effectively in such areas; more that it was difficult to muster and manage them effectively given such rough terrain. In 1932, Tableland Holdings allowed a grazing lease over Carnarvon Gorge to lapse and the Government of the day was persuaded to gazette the land as Carnarvon Gorge National Park, in recognition of the high natural, geological and scenic values, and for the protection of the Indigenous cultural sites. ====Recent history==== The cattle industry is still thriving when rainfall permits, as you may see on the drive in to Carnarvon Gorge. Tourism to the Gorge began to pick up in the 1960s when roads and vehicles improved to the extent that visitors could reliably get into the Gorge during the winter dry season. What is now Carnarvon Gorge Wilderness Lodge began life around this time. In 1999, Australian Nature Guides (then Carnarvon Wilderness Guides) arrived in the area, conducting guided nature-based tours into the Gorge during the day, and night safari walks looking for wildlife at night. In 2000, Takarakka Bush Resort came into being after a consortium of Queensland families purchased Takarakka Rock Art Research Centre from Pam and Grahame Walsh. The following year, the National Park closed its public campground in the mouth of the Gorge, only opening it in the Easter, June-July and August-September Queensland school holidays. Takarakka Bush Resort took up the slack, expanding to their current size and accommodating the majority of visitors to Carnarvon Gorge. From 2000 to 2007, Australian Nature Guides operated in conjunction with Takarakka Bush Resort, conducting afternoon information sessions for visitors and running tours. In 2008, this relationship ended and Australian Nature Guides began operating independently of the accommodation centres. Australian Nature Guides is now the only locally owned and operated business - both the accommodation centres are now owned by corporations based in Melbourne. There was significant summer flooding in 2007 and 2008. Early in 2008, Rangers had to rebuild crossing number one over Carnarvon Creek five times due to flooding. The park is now considering rerouting the track to reduce the number of times the track crosses the creek, hopefully alleviating some of the maintenance burden associated with them. Despite the history of hardships that local Aboriginal people have endured, their culture has survived and adapted to ever-changing conditions. Some have made their way back into custodial roles on traditional lands through employment programs for Traditional Owners run by National Parks. Such programs exist at Carnarvon Gorge and visitors would be well advised to contact Indigenous Rangers, such as Fred Conway, during their visit. ===Landscape=== [[File:Boowinda Gorge..jpg|left|thumb|Spectacularly eroded walls of Boowinda Gorge.]]Carnarvon Gorge's landscapes have been primarily shaped by water erosion. Over the last 27 million years, Carnarvon Creek and its tributaries have worn their way down through 600 metres of rock. Two of the rock layers thus exposed have the capacity to form cliffs - the tertiary basalts of the high country, and the Precipice Sandstone that sits just above the gorge floor. They are both ecologically significant layers as well, for the fractured basalt layer that caps the tablelands and ranges on either side of Carnarvon Gorge weathers into fertile soils, and protects the high country from water erosion. The presence of these cliff-forming layers has produced a three tiered landscape. The lowest level is the Gorge floor where the majority of walking tracks lie. It is separated from the second level by the majestic white cliffs of Precipice Sandstone. The second level is known locally as 'the shelves', and is made up of gentle to moderate slopes and ridges cut through by sheer sandstone side-gorge. The 3.2 km, one way, track to Boolimba Bluff is the easiest of the tracks used to access the shelves. Eventually the shelves run up to the near vertical slopes protected from erosion by the basalt cliffs. On top of the basalt layer is the third level, locally known as 'the high country'. In world terms, it is not very high at all - a mere 1000 metres above sea level. However in a continent as old and flat as Australia, 'high country' it is. In fact the tablelands and ranges of Central Queensland are the largest area of elevated land in the state. ===Flora and fauna=== ===Climate=== ==Get in== Getting to Carnarvon National Park is not easy and it is more than 250 kilometres from the nearest reasonably sized town; [[Roma (Queensland)|Roma]]. From Roma, take the Carnarvon Highway north and turn onto Wyseby Road. Continue on that road, following the signs to the gorge for about 40 km. The road is fully sealed and rather well-maintained, though do be warned that many GPS and car speed readings tend to mess up once you're on Wyseby Road. Unfenced cattle also may lurk. From the north, the nearest town is [[Rolleston]], about an hour to the north. ==Fees and permits== National parks in Queensland have no entry fees. [https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/activities/areas-facilities/permits#special Fees apply] for vehicle access and special activities. ==Get around== Shanks pony is the only way to see everything in the Gorge. Vehicles must be left at the Ranger's station or at the occasional carparks along the road into the park. Strong shoes, hat, sunscreen and plenty of water are all major necessities for a successful visit to Carnarvon Gorge. The fee is $5 per person per night (June 2010). {{mapframe|-25.0069|148.1569|zoom=10}} ==See== The Moss Gardens, Baloon Cave, with Aboriginal Art, Amphitheatre, (under repair), and Wards Canyon are some of the sights. Then there are the various flora and fauna of this unique landscape. Carnarvon Creek runs all year round, and has numerous crossing points where you can take your shoes off and cool off. * '''Carnavon Gorge'''. Fantastic. ==Do== There are many different walks to be had in Carnarvon Gorge. Some are easy to do, with little effort, such as the walk to the Baloon Cave, and some are longer and more strenuous. Depending on your fitness levels, you can find something to suit everyone. Overnight walks are also available, but permits are necessary for overnight camping, and booking is essential. (07) 3227 8198. Most of these walks are best tackled in the cooler months, April through to September, or early morning in Oct/Nov, and Feb/March. Most of the walks are ''not'' recommended in December or January, because of the extreme heat. The Queensland Govt supplies map and other information [https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0021/165243/carnarvon-gorge-camp-map.pdf here]. ==Buy== There are very few opportunities to buy in this area, bring all your food and water if camping. ==Eat== You can buy prepared food at the lodges, but otherwise you must bring in anything else you might need. ==Drink== You can buy prepared drink at the lodges, but otherwise you must bring in anything else you might need. ==Sleep== All linen is supplied at the lodges; otherwise you'll need to bring your own tent and sleeping bags. ===Lodging=== There are a number of camping grounds and cabin accommodation is also supplied. ===Camping=== Camping is allowed if you have a permit. Open fires are not allowed at any time. Camping fees from 1 July 2017: *$6.35 per person per night, or $25.40 per family per night; *$3.50 per person per night for students and accompanying adults on approved educational excursions. ===Further afield=== [[Rolleston]] has a motel and a campground about 105 km away. ==Stay safe== Make sure the rangers have knowledge of your overnight trips, and keep a first aid kit and plenty of water with you. ==Go next== {{usablepark}} {{IsPartOf|Central Queensland}} {{geo|-24.6358|147.9970}} 14iphzov3wjk5wrt7a3y5909pipdmir 0 6271 5328355 5328176 2026-08-14T15:44:19Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328355 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asian Highway 26 banner.JPG}} '''Catbalogan''' is the capital city of [[Samar Province]], in [[Eastern Visayas]], Philippines. It is also the commercial, trading, educational, political and financial centre of Samar. It lies along the Pan-Philippine (Maharlika) Highway and is the gateway to the region's three Samar provinces. It has been long known as the "Gateway to Samar Region." ==Understand== [[File:Catbalogan Samar.jpg|thumb|Skyline of Catbalogan City]] [[File:Catbalogan View.jpg|thumb|Perspective view of Catbalogan City]] The Waray-Waray language is the primarily spoken language in the city. Catbaloganons also recognize Filipino (Tagalog) and English languages as a medium of instruction in schools and offices. The word Catbalogan is said to be derived from the shrub ''balaug'' that thrived along the banks of the Antiao River. The citizens of Catbalogan, called Catbaloganons, are peace-loving, friendly and hospitable people, and innately jolly and easy to get along with. Immersing with the people will likewise give one an idea how Catbaloganons make up their daily grinds. The city has long been known as a center for fishery and aquatic resources and prides itself on being a fishing community. Thus, the city's Patron Saint is Saint Bartholomew, the Patron Saint of Fishermen, from whom the concept of Manaragat Festival came from. Manaragat Festival is celebrated every year, during the whole month of August. Catbaloganons are religious people, and always make sure that they dedicate a day for their Patron Saint as a form of giving thanks. For longer stays, especially during the month of May, expect to go village hopping since it's a party every day. It is considered a mortal sin to decline an invitation during Fiesta celebrations. [[File:Ph locator samar catbalogan.png|thumb|Location of Catbalogan City in Samar Province.]] ==Get in== {{Mapframe|11.77526|124.8828|zoom=15|height=470|width=470}} ===By plane=== * {{go | name=Catbalogan Airport | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=11.81 | long=124.83 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Catbalogan Airport | wikidata=Q1962363 |image=|lastedit=2017-12-07| content= }} Another option is taking a flight to [[Tacloban]] City from Manila or Cebu. Upon arrival at the Daniel Z. Romualdez Airport, one can take a jeep to Abucay Terminal if you intend to get a bus to Catbalogan City or to different shuttle van terminals (Grandtours, Duptours and Van-Van). From Tacloban City, it is a 2-hour land trip to Catbalogan City. ===By boat=== * {{go | name=Port of Catbalogan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=11.774623889177949| long=124.8791911952003 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-07-28 | content=Mostly serving fishing boats and passenger launches serving the nearby islands, but also sees some long-distance ferries. }} From [[Cebu City]] two times a week, an overnight passenger ferry run by '''Roble Shipping lines''' departs directly to Catbalogan City, every 7PM. Another alternative is to take any of the ferries to [[Ormoc]], then take a UV Express to Catbalogan, but there will be a major stopover at Tacloban. ===By bus or van=== *there are buses or minivans which go from Catbalogan to/from [[Catarman]], [[Borongan]], [[Legazpi City|Calbayog, Legazpi City]], '''Allen port''' *to/from [[Tacloban]] for trips via van, go to downtown (possible options: Grand Tours, Duptours, Vanvan's); for trips via bus, go to the Public Terminal in Abucay. ===Catbalogan Bus Terminal=== The Catbalogan Bus Terminal offers several regular bus trips from nearby towns and cities in the region. Jeepney transport is also a common mode of land transportation in the city. The Catbalogan City Bus Terminal is situated between Piers I and II, Barangay 6, Downtown area of Catbalogan City. Bus companies that ply the 24-hour Manila-Catbalogan City route, including the 2-hour ferry from Matnog, Sorsogon to Allen, Northern Samar, are the following: * CUL Transport * Eaglestar Transit Corp. * Goldline Tours * Inland Trailways * Philtranco * Silver Star * Ultra Bus * Villegas Transit * VS Pintados Inc. ===Catbalogan Port=== Catbalogan City is the arrival point from the following nearby towns and island municipalities: * Daram * Zumarraga * Villareal * Tarangnan ==Get around== Motored tricycles and pedicabs are the preferred modes of transportation within the downtown area at {{PHP|10}} per ride each. At the city's Public Terminal, located at Allen Avenue Extension, one will find multicabs for trips to the northern and southern barangays of the city. This is where jeepneys bound for neighboring municipalities of Jiabong, Motiong, Paranas and Calbiga can be found. For trips to the island barangays and other nearby island municipalities, one may go to the City Port for the boats plying these routes. ==See== * '''Church of St. Bartholomew the Apostle''' - It was built in 1616, but did not assume its present form until 1814, when Father Felix Carreon, OFM, set out to repair the church after it was burned in 1760. Father Martin de Yepes constructed the altars and also had a colonnade of wooden posts raised, thus dividing the nave into three sections. The facade used Ionic columns for its articulation. In 1835, the church burnt a second time but was rebuilt by the Franciscans. The old meter-high image of the patron saint, St. Bartholomew, is kept in the rectory. Behind the church are remains of the quadrilateral fort traced to Jesuit times. * '''Rizal Monument''' - in front of the Catbalogan City Hall, there’s a small park with a unique bust of the Philippine national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, with his two novels Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo serving as the base. Holding up the books with the bust are three muscular men who are all naked except for a leaf that covers their genital areas. The three naked men, representing the Philippine archipelago's three major group of islands - Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, carry the books and the bust. The sculpture means to convey that "ours is a continuing burden to reform the social system, to pave the way for a better life for Filipinos." The naked men are interpreted as "naked in the sense that we are all equal." This one-of-a-kind Rizal monument in Catbalogan City is a tourist attraction and has been featured on TV and in news articles. The sculptor is Miguel Alcazar, a native of Catbalogan City. He studied at the University of the Philippines College of Fine Arts, and he made the Rizal monument in 1959, before his family migrated to the United States. He died in New York in October 1980. * '''Samar Provincial Capitol''' - built in 1930 during the American occupation. * '''The Obelisk''' - in the heart of Catbalogan City's Samar Provincial Capitol Park, it depicts four major events in Samar's history - the 1901 Balangiga Encounter in which local revolutionaries inflicted the "worst single defeat" of the Americans during the Philippine-American War (1899–1902); the 1649 Agustin Sumoroy Rebellion in Palapag against the Spaniards; the October 15, 1596 arrival of the first Jesuit missionaries to Samar; and Queen Isabella II of Spain carrying a Royal Decree of August 11, 1841 declaring Samar as an independent province. * '''Imelda Park''' - across from the Samar Provincial Capitol. It is a great place to unwind and relax in the city. Many food stalls are located in the park that serve local delicacies and street foods that can satisfy your palate. * '''Pieta Park''' - adjacent to St. Bartholomew Church and St. Mary's College of Catbalogan, it has a memorial honoring Catbaloganons and four thousand-plus others who perished in the tragic collision of the passenger ship MV Doña Paz and the oil tanker MT Vector on December 20, 1987. With an estimated death toll of 4,386 people, historians describe the Doña Paz tragedy not only as the world's deadliest ferry disaster but also the worst peace-time maritime disaster in history. * '''Samar National School''' - formerly Samar High School, it was established by the Americans in 1912. It is the oldest school on Samar Island. It is also known to hold the biggest and grandest annual alumni gathering in the whole island of Samar. ==Do== * Witness the nationally-acclaimed Manaragat Festival Showdown highlighted by Tribu Katbalaugan and Samar Day festivities celebrated every month of August. * See the stunning sunset in Maqueda Bay, specifically at the Catbalogan Port. * Savor the unique tamalos and other delectable cuisines and fresh seafoods. * Bike around the Capitol Grounds and downtown area. * Join the daily Zumba at the City Plaza. * Party all night at Pier One Disco Bar. * Bask in the sun, swim in clear waters, and bond with family and friends in different pristine beaches and picturesque resorts found only in Catbalogan City, such as ** Buri Baras Beach Resort ** Cal-apog Beach Resort ** Igot Cove ** M Grand Royale Resort ** Rosario Hills Mountain View Park Resort ** Jardin de Elena ** Juvies Beach Resort ==Buy== * '''Centro Department Store''', adjacent to the Public Market, is where many ready-to-wear fashionable items, appliances, kitchenware are available. *There are major pharmacies such as '''Mercury Drugs''', '''Rose Pharmacy''', '''South Star'''. *For "pasalubong", visit '''Charito's Delights''' along San Roque Street and one will feast from an array of food delicacies from simple snacks and sweets to choices of side dishes. * {{buy | name=Metro Bank | alt= | url= | email= | address=Rizal Avenue | lat=11.775460994639836| long=124.88226810099842 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hour ATM | price= | lastedit=2016-09-18 | content=Has a Mastercard and Visa Card ATM }} * {{buy | name=Catbalogan Primark Town Center mall | alt= | url=http://www.primark.com.ph | email= | address=5th Street | lat=11.777052739835073| long=124.88464501612808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM-8PM | price= | lastedit=2018-05-15 | content=Has a Savemore supermarket and a food court. }} ==Eat== * Ernie's Pizza * Pizza Factory * '''JC Foodspot''' * Green Hub Diner * Koko's Coffee * Christian's Burger Planet National fastfood chains have also branched out in the city. Among these are: * '''Jollibee''' * Dunkin Donuts * Mister Donut * Julie's Bakeshop * Chooks to Go *Tina's Garden ==Drink== Several bars and KTVs are located in Catbalogan City, offering different liquors and other beverages to quench your thirst. Along Del Rosario Street (the city's main street), Maria's Restobar and City Grill are located, and both offer soothing acoustic music for night goers coupled with assorted choices of cold beer and beverages, wines and other spirits are available, just approach the front counter. At the port area (Pier 1), Twin Restobar and Pier One Disco are located, both are fastly becoming good hang-outs for a night of visit. ==Sleep== A large number of hotels, lodging houses and pension houses can be found in Catbalogan City, including: * {{sleep | name=G V Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.gvhotels.com.ph | email= | address=Municipal Plaza | lat=11.775299081869528| long=124.88326069767788 | directions=beside City Hall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=From {{PHP|550}} | lastedit=2018-04-18 | content=Fan/a.c. single/double rooms with own bathroom. All rooms have cable TV. Has 48 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Rose Scent Pensionne House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Curry Avenue | lat=11.774592716613794| long=124.88258574696039 | directions= | phone=+63 55 2515785 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= noon | price=From {{PHP|400}} | lastedit=2016-09-18 | content=Fan/a.c. single/double rooms with own bathroom. Most rooms have cable TV. }} * {{sleep | name=Casa Christina Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=152 San Roque Street | lat=11.77703283549387| long=124.88355559704216 | directions= | phone=+63 55 3561725 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=From {{PHP|300}} | lastedit=2016-09-18 | content=Fan/air-con single double rooms with own bathroom. }} * {{sleep | name=Fortune Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=555 Del Rosario Street | lat=11.775824122541291| long=124.88108917880152 | directions= | phone=+63 55 2512147 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=From {{PHP|400}} | lastedit=2016-09-18 | content=Fan/air.con single/double rooms with own bathroom. }} * {{sleep | name=Bay View Inn | url= | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+63 55-2515067 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Cell.com Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=San Bartolome Street | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Eduardo's Inn | url= | email= | address=Del Rosario Street | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Fame Hotel | url= | email= | address=6th Street | phone= | lat=11.780766706105824| long=124.88437677666549 | directions= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Maqueda Bay Hotel | url= | email= | address=Tomaletis Area | lat=11.766614833225951| long=124.88392580319704 | directions= | phone=+63 55-2512386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Rolet Hotel | url= | email= | address=Mabini Avenue | lat=11.777349112367112| long=124.88251250895982 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Traveler's Lodging House | url= | email= | address=Rizal Avenue | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Villarin's Bed & Breakfast | url= | email= | address=San Francisco Street | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ==Go next== *[[Tacloban]] *[[Borongan]] *Calbayog *[[Catarman]] *[[Metro Cebu]] Nearby towns such as [[Paranas]], [[Calbiga]] and [[Basey]] offer beautiful tourist destinations, such as old houses, falls, caves and swimming sites. They also offer many different and unique Waray cuisines and local delicacies. {{IsPartOf|Samar Province}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|11.783333333333|124.88333333333}} 9h99xehg5mbtlpw6zphr74wfhqx40bo 0 6308 5328430 5323362 2026-08-14T17:15:48Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328430 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cavite Corregidor landscape.jpg}} '''Cavite''' ([[Tagalog]]: ''Kabite'') is a province in the [[Calabarzon]] region of the island of [[Luzon]] in the [[Philippines]]. It is the most densely populated province in the Philippines. {{populationof}}. Being near to Metro Manila, its northern areas has become characterized by sprawling residential communities, which are continuing to grow until this day, while its southern highlands become a summer getaway for weekenders. [[File:Fort San Felipe (Cavite Puerto).jpg|thumb|Fort San Felipe]] Industrial developments are also leading its growing economy, with factories moving to industrial parks scattered in the province. The province is rich with history as one of the provinces which led the Philippine Revolution against the Spaniards. Cavite is the location where the independence of the Philippines was proclaimed, so the province was named the historical capital. {{mapframe}} ==Regions== Cavite is divided into 8 cities and 16 municipalities, but for convenience, we divide the province into three possible regions: *'''Northern Cavite''' ([[Cavite City]], [[Kawit]], [[Noveleta]], [[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]) - Coastal communities with a colorful history. *'''Central Cavite''' ([[Bacoor]], [[Carmona]], [[Dasmariñas]], [[General Mariano Alvarez]], [[General Trias]], [[Imus]], [[Tanza]] and [[Trece Martires]]) - A bustling suburban area, with its many problems like traffic jams and uncontrolled development. *'''Southern Cavite''' ([[Alfonso]], [[Amadeo]], [[General Emilio Aguinaldo]], [[Indang]], [[Magallanes (Cavite)|Magallanes]], [[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]], [[Mendez]], [[Naic]], [[Silang]], [[Tagaytay]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]) - The touristy part of Cavite, with many natural attractions, inland resorts and small towns. ==Cities== * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacoor]]|wikidata=Q63129}} - site of one of many major battles during the Philippine Revolution, it is now a sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cavite City]]|wikidata=Q1482}} - first city and first capital of Cavite. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Dasmariñas]]|wikidata=Q63139}} The university city of Cavite, another sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. Colloquially known as Dasma. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Trias]]|wikidata=Q62723}} The birth place of the Philippine Revolution, replacing the Katipunan; popularly known as the Tejeros Convention or Tejeros Assembly. Colloquially known as GenTri. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Imus]]|wikidata=Q63145}} - another sprawling suburb, where the Battle of Alapan, another major battle in the Philippine Revolution, took place. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Indang]]|wikidata=Q62729}} - municipality in the interior of '''Cavite''', home to various inland resorts and heritage churches. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kawit]]|wikidata=Q62755}} - birthplace of Emilio Aguinaldo * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]]|wikidata=Q62776}} - a municipality in southwestern Cavite bordering Batangas, famous in Philippine history as the place were revolutionary hero Andres Bonifacio and his brother was tried and executed by his countrymen during the uprising against Spain in 1897. Also contains a heritage church, several colonial-era houses and much-hiked mountains. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Naic]]|wikidata=Q62799}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Noveleta]]|wikidata=Q63096}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]|wikidata=Q63102}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Silang]]|wikidata=Q63110}} - a municipality in southeastern Cavite bordering Laguna. Long dismissed as a stopover on the way to Tagaytay, it has its own share of resorts, farms and thriving commercial hubs complete with a Spanish era church, along with the headquarters of the Philippine National Police Academy. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tagaytay]]|wikidata=Q63154}} - the second "Summer Capital" of the Philippines, with its cool highland climate and views of '''Taal Lake''' and Volcano. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]|wikidata=Q63124}} - a municipality inhabited by descendants of transplanted settlers from [[Ternate]] island in present-day Indonesia and a bastion of Chavacano, an archaic variant of the Spanish language. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Trece Martires]]|wikidata=Q63160}} - capital of Cavite. Colloquially known as Trece. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Corregidor Island]]|wikidata=Q928075}} *{{marker|name=[[Mount Palay-Palay–Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape]]|wikidata=Q18391348}} - Mountain range, one of the last patches of lowland rainforest in Luzon. Mount Palay-Palay-Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape occupies over {{convert|4000|ha|abbr=on}} of western Cavite, and also straddles the boundary with [[Batangas]]; we do not have an article for it, but is covered at [[Ternate (Cavite)]]. ==Understand== Cavite is known for its rich history and a large number of national heroes, including the first president Emilio Aguinaldo (though some historians dispute this claim). The province is one of the eight provinces that led the [[Philippine Revolution]], and is a site of many important events during the rebellion. It is sometimes called "Land of the Brave" or the History Capital of the Philippines. Those who live in Cavite are called Caviteños. They have an exaggerated stereotype of being proud and aggressive people. This originated in the province's agrarian origins in the Spanish period, in which land disputes, peasant revolts, cattle rustling and rampant smuggling along the coast gave rise to the Robin Hood-like ''tulisan'' (bandit) phenomenon immortalized in classic Filipino action films, usually starring actors from Cavite’s own Revilla family. Caviteño pride has also been blamed for the legendary feud in the Philippine Revolution between local hero Emilio Aguinaldo and the revolution's founder Andres Bonifacio, culminating in the latter's execution in Cavite. Since the 1970s though, the Caviteño stereotype is gradually disappearing as the expansion of Metro Manila’s urban sprawl has led to a change in economic activity and demographic composition. Cavite is bordered by Metro Manila in the north, Laguna in the east, Batangas in the south and by South China Sea (or West Philippine Sea, at the wake of the [[Spratly Islands]] dispute) on the west. Being just south of Metro Manila, Cavite is seeing a rise in suburban development since the 1970s and 1980s, especially residential subdivisions and industrial parks. Bacoor, Imus and Dasmariñas are the three principal cities not far from the boundary with Metro Manila, have become bustling extensions of the vast metropolis in the north, and are bedroom communities for daily commuters who leave to work or study in Metro Manila. ===Tourist information === * [http://www.cavite.gov.ph/home/tourism Cavite Tourism]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} webpage ==Talk== [[Tagalog]] is the native language of most Caviteños, but in parts of Cavite (particularly [[Cavite City]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]), the Spanish-based creole [[Chavacano]] is spoken, though speakers of those will readily switch to Tagalog when dealing with outsiders. Note that Cavite City Chavacano is distinct from that in Ternate. ==Get in== Common means of transportation from Manila to Cavite by bus and jeepney. It takes an hour or less. ===By car=== One main entry point to Cavite is the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX). They also name this road as Coastal Road (name of the road from north end of the road to Bacoor exit) since it is near the coastline of Manila Bay. CAVITEX has two exit points in the province: the Longos Flyover in barangay Talaba in Bacoor and Cavite Exit located at Binakayan Diversion Road and Tirona Highway in barangay Binakayan, Kawit. Another entry point to Cavite is the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX). Common exit points are Carmona, which leads to Governor's Drive, the main east–west corridor, and [[Santa Rosa (Laguna)|Santa Rosa]], which leads to Santa Rosa-Tagaytay Road, which becomes snagged during weekends and holidays with many travelers heading to Tagaytay. The parallel Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), connects [[Biñan]] in Laguna via SLEX Mamplasan Exit with General Trias, with construction ongoing to connect the road with CAVITEX in Kawit. From Batangas, entry points by road are the gently sloping '''Tagaytay-[[Nasugbu]] Road''', and the winding '''Ternate-Nasugbu Road''' and '''Diokno Highway''' from [[Lemery]] and '''Ligaya Drive''' from [[Talisay (Batangas)|Talisay]], the main gateway to [[Taal Volcano]]. ===By boat=== '''MRS Super Shuttle''' operates ferries to [[Cavite City]] from SM Mall of Asia. Since December 2019, there is also a "water jeepney" service between the pier near the CCP Complex in [[Pasay]] and the pier in Cavite City. ===By train=== Construction of the LRT Line 1 (LRT-1) extension to Cavite province is ongoing; it to expected to be operational by 2026. The extension project, will give rise to eight new stations in [[Parañaque]], [[Las Piñas]] and [[Bacoor]]. The line will initially not reach Bacoor itself, but two stations at Bacoor proper are planned. ==Get around== Much of Cavite, especially the northern urbanized conurbation, is undergoing explosive growth marked by subdivisions, malls, and industrial parks. Most areas of the province are accessible by local public transport, but most new residents in the suburbanized cities prefer buying a car. The major cities in Cavite are plagued by daily traffic jams. Public transport cover well the cities but they are also affected by the congestion. ===By bus or jeepney=== Most locals commute using the ubiquitous jeepneys. You may hail a jeepney from anywhere, though some cities have jeepney only allowed to stop at designated areas per local ordinances. Most jeepney routes run within the province, but there are several routes running toward Metro Manila (Alabang and Baclaran) or Laguna (Santa Rosa or Calamba). Buses are a more comfortable and spacious alternative for jeepneys, but they only travel on the most prominent destinations. Most bus routes in Cavite run between Manila (Parañaque Integrated Transport Exchange/PITX, Pasay) and Batangas (Nasugbu, Balayan, Calatagan). The common bus operators in Cavite are as follows, with their routes: *Cavite-Batangas Transport Cooperative *DLTB (PITX-Nasugbu via Tagaytay or Ternate) *Erjohn and Almark *Jasper Jean (Fairview-Palapala via EDSA, Navotas-Palapala via EDSA) *Kirsteen Transport *San Agustin *Saulog (PITX-Cavite City/Ternate) Maragondon and Ternate are only accessible by Bus. ===By minibus=== Travel to coastal Cavite may not be complete without taking the colorful custom-made '''minibuses''' (or "baby buses"), which travel between Bacoor and Naic (with some operating from Baclaran and vice versa via CAVITEX). Cavite minibuses can be basically seen as bus-like versions of the jeepney; fares are cheap and the buses have a separate entrance and exit door, but are cramped and uncomfortable to foreigners. Minibuses were planned to be phased out in the early 2010s (and replaced by the usual jeepneys), but the plan was scrapped after it met opposition from lifetime drivers. Unlike jeepneys, passengers usually give out payment when exiting the vehicle. The minimum fare is P15. ===By car=== Cavite has an immense network of roads, with the Aguinaldo Highway (Rtes 62, 419, and 410), Antero Soriano Highway (Rtes 64 and 402) and Governor's Drive (Rtes 65, 651, 403 and 405) serving as the backbone of the system. Aguinaldo Highway is the most prominent, being a north–south national road serving the largest cities. Governor's Drive is another important highway, from Carmona to Ternate. Antero Soriano Highway is another highway that continues from Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEx) and serves the coastal communities of Kawit, Noveleta, Rosario, Tanza, and Naic. Cavite has a negative reputation for traffic jams due to uncontrolled suburbanization that created car-dependent sprawl, and it can take 1-2 hours to travel from one side of the province into another. The major highways, notably Aguinaldo Highway between Bacoor and Dasmariñas, are always congested, even in weekends and holidays. The city of Bacoor, from 2016, has implemented a number-coding system in order to reduce congestion, and created a "Friendship Route" modeled after Las Piñas', which is permissive unlike the latter (where a sticker is required). Public transportation is the better choice, but are affected by the congestion. Congestion gradually decreases the further one goes west and south towards Batangas, with the exception of the frequently snarled Tagaytay-Nasugbu route. The province enforces a road space rationing ("number coding") scheme to reduce traffic volumes on its major highways, including Aguinaldo Highway, Governor's Drive, Molino Boulevard, and Molino-Paliparan Road. The ordinance is implemented M-F 7-10AM and 3-7PM, except national holidays. If you get caught, you driver's license will be confiscated, and receive a ticket and a fine of {{PHP|300}}. Cavite's only expressways are the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) in Bacoor and Kawit, and the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) through Carmona, but the national government is undertaking the construction of new expressways to decongest its major highways. One ongoing project, the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), which will connect CAVITEX in Kawit with SLEX in Biñan, Laguna, has been under construction since 2018; as of 2026, the expressway is open between Biñan and General Trias, and the remainder under construction. Another expressway, the '''Cavite-Tagaytay-Nasugbu Expressway''', is proposed to serve Tagaytay, Mendez and Alfonso. ===By tricycle=== Motorized tricycles, or simply tricycles are motorbikes with attached sidecar. Tricycles are a common means of public transportation in the Philippines. These public utility vehicles either have a set route or are for-hire, like taxis. The tricycle is the most popular means of transport for short distances of less than a kilometer in small towns and cities, especially in the rural areas. ==See== While urban sprawl has taken hold in most of Cavite and the primary reason to be in the province is [[Tagaytay]] to see [[Taal Volcano]] (which is in [[Batangas]] though), there are many places in the provinces still waiting to be discovered. * {{see | name=Aguinaldo Shrine | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=The National Shrine of the Philippines, where the Philippine Declaration of Independence from Spain took place on June 12, 1898. A staple for field-tripping schoolchildren for Metro Manila. }} * {{see | name=Malibiclibic Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address=General Emilio Aguinaldo | lat=14.214473805547282| long=120.77833390185722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content= A Hidden Falls below the grasslands of Cavite. Malibiclibic Falls is a result of a convergence between three rivers flowing from Magallanes, Aguinaldo, and Maragondon. Millions of years of three-river pounding a 100-m high cliff, the water found its way through it; thus creating a waterfall. This river was awarded as the cleanest river during the 2004 National Search for the Clean Inland Bodies of Water – “river category,” in Region IV-A Calabarzon given by Department of Interior and Local Government. The Falls can be accessed by walking through a 1.2-km 4x4 trail from the Maragondon-Aguinaldo national road until you reach a graze land. The entrance to the track is at Barangay Lumipa and 2.64 km before the main Aguinaldo town if you are coming from Maragondon. From the graze land, you need to descend to a slippery soil and moss-covered boulders. The trail down to the falls is not that clear as the falls is seldom accessed by hikers. The trek is about 612 meters and about a hundred meters down. }} * {{see | name=Pink Sisters Convent | alt= | url= | email= | address= Holy Spirit Drive in Barangay Maitim | lat= | long= | directions= in Tagaytay City | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=It was established through the Society of Divine Word, Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters and Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters, all founded by Saint Arnold Janssen. The nuns’ presence in the chapel gives the place an even more sacred ambiance. A visit is the chance to see nuns praying 24 hours a day — although they can only be seen behind the iron grilles of the altar. }} * {{see | name=Rare black-sand beaches | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Noveleta | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content= }} '''Heritage churches''' dating from the Spanish era can be found in Bacoor, Cavite City, Dasmariñas, General Trias, Imus, Indang, Kawit, Maragondon, Naic, Rosario, Silang, Tanza and Ternate. ==Do== It's a must for every Cavite visitor to visit [[Tagaytay]]. While on your way to the city, you might want to try the boiled sweet corn along Silang by-pass road. You won't miss the sweet corn being cooked on the large cookie bins which serves as hot pots. Upon arrival to Tagaytay, enjoy the view of the lake and the volcano. Would you want to do horseback riding? Drive along the Tagaytay Road and see Picnic Grove and enjoy the picnic park. Avoid visiting during holidays because the park might be really crowded. ==Eat== * '''Original Digman Halo-Halo''' - Digman, along the Streets of H. Rubio and C. Gawaran, is a small barangay in the city of Bacoor. It's known for its famous halo-halo which Caviteños have enjoyed through the years. * '''Pancit Luglog''' is a very saucy, breakfast version of the Pancit Palabok and Pancit Malabon. The primarily difference is in the noodles used in the recipe. Luglog uses a thicker noodle than the traditional bihon of a pancit palabok. The noodle dish is served with an array of seafood garnish, spring onions, hard boiled eggs in thick rice noodles and eaten with local-made Bibingka rice cake. Luglog eateries are located in Rosario and the local favorite is at Rizal and Governor Pugeda Street. ==Drink== Cavite and neighboring Batangas Province both have a local coffee variant called [[Kapeng barako]]. ==Buy== There are many malls and chain supermarkets in most of suburbanized Cavite, but national mall chains have begun to spring out in the touristic center of [[Tagaytay]]. Almost all cities and municipalities will have traditional wet and dry market at the downtown. The municipality of [[Silang]] has a designer outlet mall, the European-themed Acienda, whose main catch is an all-year 70% discount for all stores. ==Sleep== Most cities will have at least one or more hotels (especially motels), but the majority are in [[Tagaytay]], the main tourist area. At the coast, there will be beach resorts, often the only option of staying there, but there will hardly be one on the bustling northwest region, where the towns grew into the coastline. ==Stay safe== Weather, crime, and aggressive drivers are major safety concerns when travelling in the province. The weather can become unpredictable in the province during the monsoon season, and roads can become slippery or muddy during short rainstorms. Low-lying northern Cavite is heavily affected by flooding during the rainy season as it is the catch-basin for river systems that originate in the southern highlands, compounded by high tide along Manila Bay. Since Spanish times, Cavite has had a reputation for warlordism and banditry, which evolved from cattle rustling to smuggling and organized crime, and which resulted in the exaggerated stereotype of Caviteños as ''tulisanes'' (bandits). Although urbanization has driven cattle thieves and amphibious smugglers out of business, associations with crime persist mainly due to electoral violence and sparsely-populated parts of the province being used as a dumping ground to dispose of dead bodies. If you drive, it is advisable to hire a driver, as driving habits tend to become aggressive. The area does show signs of poverty, and common crimes like pickpockets and hold-ups do occur, so be watchful of your valuables. Do not just flash a classy phone or camera anywhere, so you do not attract thieves. Keep them in your bag or hotel safe if possible. In Tagaytay, beware of tourist scams, especially involving trips to [[Taal Volcano]] in nearby [[Batangas]]. Always [[Bargaining|agree on a price]] when taking tricycles, and avoid drivers posing that they know you: you might get overcharged if you give in. The southernmost parts of Cavite, including Tagaytay are part of an extended 17-kilometer radius danger zone in the event of a severe eruption by volcano. In any case, do not accept offers to travel to Taal Volcano Island in the first place, as it is a permanent danger zone and your chances of escape or rescue from the island should an eruption occur are virtually nil. Tagaytay itself, being located in a highland location, is safe enough to view the volcano erupting, although heavy ashfall can still impact metro Tagaytay. Face masks should be worn to protect against volcanic gases, which are sometimes emitted even when there's no ongoing eruption. ==Respect== Cavitenos can be sensitive when it comes to local politics, resulting in periodic bouts of electoral violence. Some of the textbook historical figures from Cavite’s revolutionary past have descendants that are still active in politics and society today, so discussions regarding that long-gone period may sometimes be a sensitive subject among residents. ==Go next== *[[Batangas]] - Just south, and home to beaches not far from Manila, as well as heritage churches. {{IsPartOf|Calabarzon}} {{outlineregion}} {{geo|14.2666667|120.866667|zoom=11}} 6h0rsbd29uwkyw5jkxup9yv28ad86yl 5328431 5328430 2026-08-14T17:16:20Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328431 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cavite Corregidor landscape.jpg}} '''Cavite''' ([[Tagalog]]: ''Kabite'') is a province in the [[Calabarzon]] region of the island of [[Luzon]] in the [[Philippines]]. It is the most densely populated province in the Philippines. {{populationof}}. Being near to Metro Manila, its northern areas has become characterized by sprawling residential communities, which are continuing to grow until this day, while its southern highlands become a summer getaway for weekenders. [[File:Fort San Felipe (Cavite Puerto).jpg|thumb|Fort San Felipe]] Industrial developments are also leading its growing economy, with factories moving to industrial parks scattered in the province. The province is rich with history as one of the provinces which led the Philippine Revolution against the Spaniards. Cavite is the location where the independence of the Philippines was proclaimed, so the province was named the historical capital. {{mapframe}} ==Regions== Cavite is divided into 8 cities and 16 municipalities, but for convenience, we divide the province into three possible regions: *'''Northern Cavite''' ([[Cavite City]], [[Kawit]], [[Noveleta]], [[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]) - Coastal communities with a colorful history. *'''Central Cavite''' ([[Bacoor]], [[Carmona]], [[Dasmariñas]], [[General Mariano Alvarez]], [[General Trias]], [[Imus]], [[Tanza]] and [[Trece Martires]]) - A bustling suburban area, with its many problems like traffic jams and uncontrolled development. *'''Southern Cavite''' ([[Alfonso]], [[Amadeo]], [[General Emilio Aguinaldo]], [[Indang]], [[Magallanes (Cavite)|Magallanes]], [[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]], [[Mendez]], [[Naic]], [[Silang]], [[Tagaytay]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]) - The touristy part of Cavite, with many natural attractions, inland resorts and small towns. ==Cities== * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacoor]]|wikidata=Q63129}} - site of one of many major battles during the Philippine Revolution, it is now a sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cavite City]]|wikidata=Q1482}} - first city and first capital of Cavite. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Dasmariñas]]|wikidata=Q63139}} The university city of Cavite, another sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. Colloquially known as Dasma. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Trias]]|wikidata=Q62723}} The birth place of the Philippine Revolution, replacing the Katipunan; popularly known as the Tejeros Convention or Tejeros Assembly. Colloquially known as GenTri. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Imus]]|wikidata=Q63145}} - another sprawling suburb, where the Battle of Alapan, another major battle in the Philippine Revolution, took place. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Indang]]|wikidata=Q62729}} - municipality in the interior of '''Cavite''', home to various inland resorts and heritage churches. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kawit]]|wikidata=Q62755}} - birthplace of Emilio Aguinaldo * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]]|wikidata=Q62776}} - a municipality in southwestern Cavite bordering Batangas, famous in Philippine history as the place were revolutionary hero Andres Bonifacio and his brother was tried and executed by his countrymen during the uprising against Spain in 1897. Also contains a heritage church, several colonial-era houses and much-hiked mountains. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Naic]]|wikidata=Q62799}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Noveleta]]|wikidata=Q63096}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]|wikidata=Q63102}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Silang]]|wikidata=Q63110}} - a municipality in southeastern Cavite bordering Laguna. Long dismissed as a stopover on the way to Tagaytay, it has its own share of resorts, farms and thriving commercial hubs complete with a Spanish era church, along with the headquarters of the Philippine National Police Academy. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tagaytay]]|wikidata=Q63154}} - the second "Summer Capital" of the Philippines, with its cool highland climate and views of '''Taal Lake''' and Volcano. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tanza]]|wikidata=Q63115}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]|wikidata=Q63124}} - a municipality inhabited by descendants of transplanted settlers from [[Ternate]] island in present-day Indonesia and a bastion of Chavacano, an archaic variant of the Spanish language. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Trece Martires]]|wikidata=Q63160}} - capital of Cavite. Colloquially known as Trece. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Corregidor Island]]|wikidata=Q928075}} *{{marker|name=[[Mount Palay-Palay–Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape]]|wikidata=Q18391348}} - Mountain range, one of the last patches of lowland rainforest in Luzon. Mount Palay-Palay-Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape occupies over {{convert|4000|ha|abbr=on}} of western Cavite, and also straddles the boundary with [[Batangas]]; we do not have an article for it, but is covered at [[Ternate (Cavite)]]. ==Understand== Cavite is known for its rich history and a large number of national heroes, including the first president Emilio Aguinaldo (though some historians dispute this claim). The province is one of the eight provinces that led the [[Philippine Revolution]], and is a site of many important events during the rebellion. It is sometimes called "Land of the Brave" or the History Capital of the Philippines. Those who live in Cavite are called Caviteños. They have an exaggerated stereotype of being proud and aggressive people. This originated in the province's agrarian origins in the Spanish period, in which land disputes, peasant revolts, cattle rustling and rampant smuggling along the coast gave rise to the Robin Hood-like ''tulisan'' (bandit) phenomenon immortalized in classic Filipino action films, usually starring actors from Cavite’s own Revilla family. Caviteño pride has also been blamed for the legendary feud in the Philippine Revolution between local hero Emilio Aguinaldo and the revolution's founder Andres Bonifacio, culminating in the latter's execution in Cavite. Since the 1970s though, the Caviteño stereotype is gradually disappearing as the expansion of Metro Manila’s urban sprawl has led to a change in economic activity and demographic composition. Cavite is bordered by Metro Manila in the north, Laguna in the east, Batangas in the south and by South China Sea (or West Philippine Sea, at the wake of the [[Spratly Islands]] dispute) on the west. Being just south of Metro Manila, Cavite is seeing a rise in suburban development since the 1970s and 1980s, especially residential subdivisions and industrial parks. Bacoor, Imus and Dasmariñas are the three principal cities not far from the boundary with Metro Manila, have become bustling extensions of the vast metropolis in the north, and are bedroom communities for daily commuters who leave to work or study in Metro Manila. ===Tourist information === * [http://www.cavite.gov.ph/home/tourism Cavite Tourism]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} webpage ==Talk== [[Tagalog]] is the native language of most Caviteños, but in parts of Cavite (particularly [[Cavite City]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]), the Spanish-based creole [[Chavacano]] is spoken, though speakers of those will readily switch to Tagalog when dealing with outsiders. Note that Cavite City Chavacano is distinct from that in Ternate. ==Get in== Common means of transportation from Manila to Cavite by bus and jeepney. It takes an hour or less. ===By car=== One main entry point to Cavite is the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX). They also name this road as Coastal Road (name of the road from north end of the road to Bacoor exit) since it is near the coastline of Manila Bay. CAVITEX has two exit points in the province: the Longos Flyover in barangay Talaba in Bacoor and Cavite Exit located at Binakayan Diversion Road and Tirona Highway in barangay Binakayan, Kawit. Another entry point to Cavite is the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX). Common exit points are Carmona, which leads to Governor's Drive, the main east–west corridor, and [[Santa Rosa (Laguna)|Santa Rosa]], which leads to Santa Rosa-Tagaytay Road, which becomes snagged during weekends and holidays with many travelers heading to Tagaytay. The parallel Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), connects [[Biñan]] in Laguna via SLEX Mamplasan Exit with General Trias, with construction ongoing to connect the road with CAVITEX in Kawit. From Batangas, entry points by road are the gently sloping '''Tagaytay-[[Nasugbu]] Road''', and the winding '''Ternate-Nasugbu Road''' and '''Diokno Highway''' from [[Lemery]] and '''Ligaya Drive''' from [[Talisay (Batangas)|Talisay]], the main gateway to [[Taal Volcano]]. ===By boat=== '''MRS Super Shuttle''' operates ferries to [[Cavite City]] from SM Mall of Asia. Since December 2019, there is also a "water jeepney" service between the pier near the CCP Complex in [[Pasay]] and the pier in Cavite City. ===By train=== Construction of the LRT Line 1 (LRT-1) extension to Cavite province is ongoing; it to expected to be operational by 2026. The extension project, will give rise to eight new stations in [[Parañaque]], [[Las Piñas]] and [[Bacoor]]. The line will initially not reach Bacoor itself, but two stations at Bacoor proper are planned. ==Get around== Much of Cavite, especially the northern urbanized conurbation, is undergoing explosive growth marked by subdivisions, malls, and industrial parks. Most areas of the province are accessible by local public transport, but most new residents in the suburbanized cities prefer buying a car. The major cities in Cavite are plagued by daily traffic jams. Public transport cover well the cities but they are also affected by the congestion. ===By bus or jeepney=== Most locals commute using the ubiquitous jeepneys. You may hail a jeepney from anywhere, though some cities have jeepney only allowed to stop at designated areas per local ordinances. Most jeepney routes run within the province, but there are several routes running toward Metro Manila (Alabang and Baclaran) or Laguna (Santa Rosa or Calamba). Buses are a more comfortable and spacious alternative for jeepneys, but they only travel on the most prominent destinations. Most bus routes in Cavite run between Manila (Parañaque Integrated Transport Exchange/PITX, Pasay) and Batangas (Nasugbu, Balayan, Calatagan). The common bus operators in Cavite are as follows, with their routes: *Cavite-Batangas Transport Cooperative *DLTB (PITX-Nasugbu via Tagaytay or Ternate) *Erjohn and Almark *Jasper Jean (Fairview-Palapala via EDSA, Navotas-Palapala via EDSA) *Kirsteen Transport *San Agustin *Saulog (PITX-Cavite City/Ternate) Maragondon and Ternate are only accessible by Bus. ===By minibus=== Travel to coastal Cavite may not be complete without taking the colorful custom-made '''minibuses''' (or "baby buses"), which travel between Bacoor and Naic (with some operating from Baclaran and vice versa via CAVITEX). Cavite minibuses can be basically seen as bus-like versions of the jeepney; fares are cheap and the buses have a separate entrance and exit door, but are cramped and uncomfortable to foreigners. Minibuses were planned to be phased out in the early 2010s (and replaced by the usual jeepneys), but the plan was scrapped after it met opposition from lifetime drivers. Unlike jeepneys, passengers usually give out payment when exiting the vehicle. The minimum fare is P15. ===By car=== Cavite has an immense network of roads, with the Aguinaldo Highway (Rtes 62, 419, and 410), Antero Soriano Highway (Rtes 64 and 402) and Governor's Drive (Rtes 65, 651, 403 and 405) serving as the backbone of the system. Aguinaldo Highway is the most prominent, being a north–south national road serving the largest cities. Governor's Drive is another important highway, from Carmona to Ternate. Antero Soriano Highway is another highway that continues from Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEx) and serves the coastal communities of Kawit, Noveleta, Rosario, Tanza, and Naic. Cavite has a negative reputation for traffic jams due to uncontrolled suburbanization that created car-dependent sprawl, and it can take 1-2 hours to travel from one side of the province into another. The major highways, notably Aguinaldo Highway between Bacoor and Dasmariñas, are always congested, even in weekends and holidays. The city of Bacoor, from 2016, has implemented a number-coding system in order to reduce congestion, and created a "Friendship Route" modeled after Las Piñas', which is permissive unlike the latter (where a sticker is required). Public transportation is the better choice, but are affected by the congestion. Congestion gradually decreases the further one goes west and south towards Batangas, with the exception of the frequently snarled Tagaytay-Nasugbu route. The province enforces a road space rationing ("number coding") scheme to reduce traffic volumes on its major highways, including Aguinaldo Highway, Governor's Drive, Molino Boulevard, and Molino-Paliparan Road. The ordinance is implemented M-F 7-10AM and 3-7PM, except national holidays. If you get caught, you driver's license will be confiscated, and receive a ticket and a fine of {{PHP|300}}. Cavite's only expressways are the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) in Bacoor and Kawit, and the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) through Carmona, but the national government is undertaking the construction of new expressways to decongest its major highways. One ongoing project, the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), which will connect CAVITEX in Kawit with SLEX in Biñan, Laguna, has been under construction since 2018; as of 2026, the expressway is open between Biñan and General Trias, and the remainder under construction. Another expressway, the '''Cavite-Tagaytay-Nasugbu Expressway''', is proposed to serve Tagaytay, Mendez and Alfonso. ===By tricycle=== Motorized tricycles, or simply tricycles are motorbikes with attached sidecar. Tricycles are a common means of public transportation in the Philippines. These public utility vehicles either have a set route or are for-hire, like taxis. The tricycle is the most popular means of transport for short distances of less than a kilometer in small towns and cities, especially in the rural areas. ==See== While urban sprawl has taken hold in most of Cavite and the primary reason to be in the province is [[Tagaytay]] to see [[Taal Volcano]] (which is in [[Batangas]] though), there are many places in the provinces still waiting to be discovered. * {{see | name=Aguinaldo Shrine | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=The National Shrine of the Philippines, where the Philippine Declaration of Independence from Spain took place on June 12, 1898. A staple for field-tripping schoolchildren for Metro Manila. }} * {{see | name=Malibiclibic Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address=General Emilio Aguinaldo | lat=14.214473805547282| long=120.77833390185722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content= A Hidden Falls below the grasslands of Cavite. Malibiclibic Falls is a result of a convergence between three rivers flowing from Magallanes, Aguinaldo, and Maragondon. Millions of years of three-river pounding a 100-m high cliff, the water found its way through it; thus creating a waterfall. This river was awarded as the cleanest river during the 2004 National Search for the Clean Inland Bodies of Water – “river category,” in Region IV-A Calabarzon given by Department of Interior and Local Government. The Falls can be accessed by walking through a 1.2-km 4x4 trail from the Maragondon-Aguinaldo national road until you reach a graze land. The entrance to the track is at Barangay Lumipa and 2.64 km before the main Aguinaldo town if you are coming from Maragondon. From the graze land, you need to descend to a slippery soil and moss-covered boulders. The trail down to the falls is not that clear as the falls is seldom accessed by hikers. The trek is about 612 meters and about a hundred meters down. }} * {{see | name=Pink Sisters Convent | alt= | url= | email= | address= Holy Spirit Drive in Barangay Maitim | lat= | long= | directions= in Tagaytay City | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=It was established through the Society of Divine Word, Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters and Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters, all founded by Saint Arnold Janssen. The nuns’ presence in the chapel gives the place an even more sacred ambiance. A visit is the chance to see nuns praying 24 hours a day — although they can only be seen behind the iron grilles of the altar. }} * {{see | name=Rare black-sand beaches | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Noveleta | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content= }} '''Heritage churches''' dating from the Spanish era can be found in Bacoor, Cavite City, Dasmariñas, General Trias, Imus, Indang, Kawit, Maragondon, Naic, Rosario, Silang, Tanza and Ternate. ==Do== It's a must for every Cavite visitor to visit [[Tagaytay]]. While on your way to the city, you might want to try the boiled sweet corn along Silang by-pass road. You won't miss the sweet corn being cooked on the large cookie bins which serves as hot pots. Upon arrival to Tagaytay, enjoy the view of the lake and the volcano. Would you want to do horseback riding? Drive along the Tagaytay Road and see Picnic Grove and enjoy the picnic park. Avoid visiting during holidays because the park might be really crowded. ==Eat== * '''Original Digman Halo-Halo''' - Digman, along the Streets of H. Rubio and C. Gawaran, is a small barangay in the city of Bacoor. It's known for its famous halo-halo which Caviteños have enjoyed through the years. * '''Pancit Luglog''' is a very saucy, breakfast version of the Pancit Palabok and Pancit Malabon. The primarily difference is in the noodles used in the recipe. Luglog uses a thicker noodle than the traditional bihon of a pancit palabok. The noodle dish is served with an array of seafood garnish, spring onions, hard boiled eggs in thick rice noodles and eaten with local-made Bibingka rice cake. Luglog eateries are located in Rosario and the local favorite is at Rizal and Governor Pugeda Street. ==Drink== Cavite and neighboring Batangas Province both have a local coffee variant called [[Kapeng barako]]. ==Buy== There are many malls and chain supermarkets in most of suburbanized Cavite, but national mall chains have begun to spring out in the touristic center of [[Tagaytay]]. Almost all cities and municipalities will have traditional wet and dry market at the downtown. The municipality of [[Silang]] has a designer outlet mall, the European-themed Acienda, whose main catch is an all-year 70% discount for all stores. ==Sleep== Most cities will have at least one or more hotels (especially motels), but the majority are in [[Tagaytay]], the main tourist area. At the coast, there will be beach resorts, often the only option of staying there, but there will hardly be one on the bustling northwest region, where the towns grew into the coastline. ==Stay safe== Weather, crime, and aggressive drivers are major safety concerns when travelling in the province. The weather can become unpredictable in the province during the monsoon season, and roads can become slippery or muddy during short rainstorms. Low-lying northern Cavite is heavily affected by flooding during the rainy season as it is the catch-basin for river systems that originate in the southern highlands, compounded by high tide along Manila Bay. Since Spanish times, Cavite has had a reputation for warlordism and banditry, which evolved from cattle rustling to smuggling and organized crime, and which resulted in the exaggerated stereotype of Caviteños as ''tulisanes'' (bandits). Although urbanization has driven cattle thieves and amphibious smugglers out of business, associations with crime persist mainly due to electoral violence and sparsely-populated parts of the province being used as a dumping ground to dispose of dead bodies. If you drive, it is advisable to hire a driver, as driving habits tend to become aggressive. The area does show signs of poverty, and common crimes like pickpockets and hold-ups do occur, so be watchful of your valuables. Do not just flash a classy phone or camera anywhere, so you do not attract thieves. Keep them in your bag or hotel safe if possible. In Tagaytay, beware of tourist scams, especially involving trips to [[Taal Volcano]] in nearby [[Batangas]]. Always [[Bargaining|agree on a price]] when taking tricycles, and avoid drivers posing that they know you: you might get overcharged if you give in. The southernmost parts of Cavite, including Tagaytay are part of an extended 17-kilometer radius danger zone in the event of a severe eruption by volcano. In any case, do not accept offers to travel to Taal Volcano Island in the first place, as it is a permanent danger zone and your chances of escape or rescue from the island should an eruption occur are virtually nil. Tagaytay itself, being located in a highland location, is safe enough to view the volcano erupting, although heavy ashfall can still impact metro Tagaytay. Face masks should be worn to protect against volcanic gases, which are sometimes emitted even when there's no ongoing eruption. ==Respect== Cavitenos can be sensitive when it comes to local politics, resulting in periodic bouts of electoral violence. Some of the textbook historical figures from Cavite’s revolutionary past have descendants that are still active in politics and society today, so discussions regarding that long-gone period may sometimes be a sensitive subject among residents. ==Go next== *[[Batangas]] - Just south, and home to beaches not far from Manila, as well as heritage churches. {{IsPartOf|Calabarzon}} {{outlineregion}} {{geo|14.2666667|120.866667|zoom=11}} em06bpi32wnxvw2un3kvtfrizr73gyn 5328433 5328431 2026-08-14T17:23:09Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328433 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cavite Corregidor landscape.jpg}} '''Cavite''' ([[Tagalog]]: ''Kabite'') is a province in the [[Calabarzon]] region of the island of [[Luzon]] in the [[Philippines]]. It is the most densely populated province in the Philippines. {{populationof}}. Being near to Metro Manila, its northern areas has become characterized by sprawling residential communities, which are continuing to grow until this day, while its southern highlands become a summer getaway for weekenders. [[File:Fort San Felipe (Cavite Puerto).jpg|thumb|Fort San Felipe]] Industrial developments are also leading its growing economy, with factories moving to industrial parks scattered in the province. The province is rich with history as one of the provinces which led the Philippine Revolution against the Spaniards. Cavite is the location where the independence of the Philippines was proclaimed, so the province was named the historical capital. {{mapframe}} ==Regions== Cavite is divided into 8 cities and 16 municipalities, but for convenience, we divide the province into three possible regions: *'''Northern Cavite''' ([[Cavite City]], [[Kawit]], [[Noveleta]], [[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]) - Coastal communities with a colorful history. *'''Central Cavite''' ([[Bacoor]], [[Carmona]], [[Dasmariñas]], [[General Mariano Alvarez]], [[General Trias]], [[Imus]], [[Tanza]] and [[Trece Martires]]) - A bustling suburban area, with its many problems like traffic jams and uncontrolled development. *'''Southern Cavite''' ([[Alfonso]], [[Amadeo]], [[General Emilio Aguinaldo]], [[Indang]], [[Magallanes (Cavite)|Magallanes]], [[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]], [[Mendez]], [[Naic]], [[Silang]], [[Tagaytay]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]) - The touristy part of Cavite, with many natural attractions, inland resorts and small towns. ==Cities== * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Alfonso]]|wikidata=Q62600}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Amadeo]]|wikidata=Q62606}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacoor]]|wikidata=Q63129}} - site of one of many major battles during the Philippine Revolution, it is now a sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Carmona]]|wikidata=Q62611}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cavite City]]|wikidata=Q1482}} - first city and first capital of Cavite. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Dasmariñas]]|wikidata=Q63139}} - The university city of Cavite, another sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. Colloquially known as Dasma. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Emilio Aguinaldo]]|wikidata=Q62719}} - commonly known by its former name, Bailen. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Mariano Alvarez]]|wikidata=Q62638}} - commonly known by its acronym, GMA. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Trias]]|wikidata=Q62723}} The birth place of the Philippine Revolution, replacing the Katipunan; popularly known as the Tejeros Convention or Tejeros Assembly. Colloquially known as GenTri. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Imus]]|wikidata=Q63145}} - another sprawling suburb, where the Battle of Alapan, another major battle in the Philippine Revolution, took place. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Indang]]|wikidata=Q62729}} - municipality in the interior of '''Cavite''', home to various inland resorts and heritage churches. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kawit]]|wikidata=Q62755}} - birthplace of Emilio Aguinaldo * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Magallanes]]|wikidata=Q62771}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]]|wikidata=Q62776}} - a municipality in southwestern Cavite bordering Batangas, famous in Philippine history as the place were revolutionary hero Andres Bonifacio and his brother was tried and executed by his countrymen during the uprising against Spain in 1897. Also contains a heritage church, several colonial-era houses and much-hiked mountains. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Naic]]|wikidata=Q62799}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Noveleta]]|wikidata=Q63096}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]|wikidata=Q63102}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Silang]]|wikidata=Q63110}} - a municipality in southeastern Cavite bordering Laguna. Long dismissed as a stopover on the way to Tagaytay, it has its own share of resorts, farms and thriving commercial hubs complete with a Spanish era church, along with the headquarters of the Philippine National Police Academy. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tagaytay]]|wikidata=Q63154}} - the second "Summer Capital" of the Philippines, with its cool highland climate and views of '''Taal Lake''' and Volcano. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tanza]]|wikidata=Q63115}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]|wikidata=Q63124}} - a municipality inhabited by descendants of transplanted settlers from [[Ternate]] island in present-day Indonesia and a bastion of Chavacano, an archaic variant of the Spanish language. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Trece Martires]]|wikidata=Q63160}} - capital of Cavite. Colloquially known as Trece. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Corregidor Island]]|wikidata=Q928075}} *{{marker|name=[[Mount Palay-Palay–Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape]]|wikidata=Q18391348}} - Mountain range, one of the last patches of lowland rainforest in Luzon. Mount Palay-Palay-Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape occupies over {{convert|4000|ha|abbr=on}} of western Cavite, and also straddles the boundary with [[Batangas]]; we do not have an article for it, but is covered at [[Ternate (Cavite)]]. ==Understand== Cavite is known for its rich history and a large number of national heroes, including the first president Emilio Aguinaldo (though some historians dispute this claim). The province is one of the eight provinces that led the [[Philippine Revolution]], and is a site of many important events during the rebellion. It is sometimes called "Land of the Brave" or the History Capital of the Philippines. Those who live in Cavite are called Caviteños. They have an exaggerated stereotype of being proud and aggressive people. This originated in the province's agrarian origins in the Spanish period, in which land disputes, peasant revolts, cattle rustling and rampant smuggling along the coast gave rise to the Robin Hood-like ''tulisan'' (bandit) phenomenon immortalized in classic Filipino action films, usually starring actors from Cavite’s own Revilla family. Caviteño pride has also been blamed for the legendary feud in the Philippine Revolution between local hero Emilio Aguinaldo and the revolution's founder Andres Bonifacio, culminating in the latter's execution in Cavite. Since the 1970s though, the Caviteño stereotype is gradually disappearing as the expansion of Metro Manila’s urban sprawl has led to a change in economic activity and demographic composition. Cavite is bordered by Metro Manila in the north, Laguna in the east, Batangas in the south and by South China Sea (or West Philippine Sea, at the wake of the [[Spratly Islands]] dispute) on the west. Being just south of Metro Manila, Cavite is seeing a rise in suburban development since the 1970s and 1980s, especially residential subdivisions and industrial parks. Bacoor, Imus and Dasmariñas are the three principal cities not far from the boundary with Metro Manila, have become bustling extensions of the vast metropolis in the north, and are bedroom communities for daily commuters who leave to work or study in Metro Manila. ===Tourist information === * [http://www.cavite.gov.ph/home/tourism Cavite Tourism]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} webpage ==Talk== [[Tagalog]] is the native language of most Caviteños, but in parts of Cavite (particularly [[Cavite City]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]), the Spanish-based creole [[Chavacano]] is spoken, though speakers of those will readily switch to Tagalog when dealing with outsiders. Note that Cavite City Chavacano is distinct from that in Ternate. ==Get in== Common means of transportation from Manila to Cavite by bus and jeepney. It takes an hour or less. ===By car=== One main entry point to Cavite is the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX). They also name this road as Coastal Road (name of the road from north end of the road to Bacoor exit) since it is near the coastline of Manila Bay. CAVITEX has two exit points in the province: the Longos Flyover in barangay Talaba in Bacoor and Cavite Exit located at Binakayan Diversion Road and Tirona Highway in barangay Binakayan, Kawit. Another entry point to Cavite is the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX). Common exit points are Carmona, which leads to Governor's Drive, the main east–west corridor, and [[Santa Rosa (Laguna)|Santa Rosa]], which leads to Santa Rosa-Tagaytay Road, which becomes snagged during weekends and holidays with many travelers heading to Tagaytay. The parallel Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), connects [[Biñan]] in Laguna via SLEX Mamplasan Exit with General Trias, with construction ongoing to connect the road with CAVITEX in Kawit. From Batangas, entry points by road are the gently sloping '''Tagaytay-[[Nasugbu]] Road''', and the winding '''Ternate-Nasugbu Road''' and '''Diokno Highway''' from [[Lemery]] and '''Ligaya Drive''' from [[Talisay (Batangas)|Talisay]], the main gateway to [[Taal Volcano]]. ===By boat=== '''MRS Super Shuttle''' operates ferries to [[Cavite City]] from SM Mall of Asia. Since December 2019, there is also a "water jeepney" service between the pier near the CCP Complex in [[Pasay]] and the pier in Cavite City. ===By train=== Construction of the LRT Line 1 (LRT-1) extension to Cavite province is ongoing; it to expected to be operational by 2026. The extension project, will give rise to eight new stations in [[Parañaque]], [[Las Piñas]] and [[Bacoor]]. The line will initially not reach Bacoor itself, but two stations at Bacoor proper are planned. ==Get around== Much of Cavite, especially the northern urbanized conurbation, is undergoing explosive growth marked by subdivisions, malls, and industrial parks. Most areas of the province are accessible by local public transport, but most new residents in the suburbanized cities prefer buying a car. The major cities in Cavite are plagued by daily traffic jams. Public transport cover well the cities but they are also affected by the congestion. ===By bus or jeepney=== Most locals commute using the ubiquitous jeepneys. You may hail a jeepney from anywhere, though some cities have jeepney only allowed to stop at designated areas per local ordinances. Most jeepney routes run within the province, but there are several routes running toward Metro Manila (Alabang and Baclaran) or Laguna (Santa Rosa or Calamba). Buses are a more comfortable and spacious alternative for jeepneys, but they only travel on the most prominent destinations. Most bus routes in Cavite run between Manila (Parañaque Integrated Transport Exchange/PITX, Pasay) and Batangas (Nasugbu, Balayan, Calatagan). The common bus operators in Cavite are as follows, with their routes: *Cavite-Batangas Transport Cooperative *DLTB (PITX-Nasugbu via Tagaytay or Ternate) *Erjohn and Almark *Jasper Jean (Fairview-Palapala via EDSA, Navotas-Palapala via EDSA) *Kirsteen Transport *San Agustin *Saulog (PITX-Cavite City/Ternate) Maragondon and Ternate are only accessible by Bus. ===By minibus=== Travel to coastal Cavite may not be complete without taking the colorful custom-made '''minibuses''' (or "baby buses"), which travel between Bacoor and Naic (with some operating from Baclaran and vice versa via CAVITEX). Cavite minibuses can be basically seen as bus-like versions of the jeepney; fares are cheap and the buses have a separate entrance and exit door, but are cramped and uncomfortable to foreigners. Minibuses were planned to be phased out in the early 2010s (and replaced by the usual jeepneys), but the plan was scrapped after it met opposition from lifetime drivers. Unlike jeepneys, passengers usually give out payment when exiting the vehicle. The minimum fare is P15. ===By car=== Cavite has an immense network of roads, with the Aguinaldo Highway (Rtes 62, 419, and 410), Antero Soriano Highway (Rtes 64 and 402) and Governor's Drive (Rtes 65, 651, 403 and 405) serving as the backbone of the system. Aguinaldo Highway is the most prominent, being a north–south national road serving the largest cities. Governor's Drive is another important highway, from Carmona to Ternate. Antero Soriano Highway is another highway that continues from Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEx) and serves the coastal communities of Kawit, Noveleta, Rosario, Tanza, and Naic. Cavite has a negative reputation for traffic jams due to uncontrolled suburbanization that created car-dependent sprawl, and it can take 1-2 hours to travel from one side of the province into another. The major highways, notably Aguinaldo Highway between Bacoor and Dasmariñas, are always congested, even in weekends and holidays. The city of Bacoor, from 2016, has implemented a number-coding system in order to reduce congestion, and created a "Friendship Route" modeled after Las Piñas', which is permissive unlike the latter (where a sticker is required). Public transportation is the better choice, but are affected by the congestion. Congestion gradually decreases the further one goes west and south towards Batangas, with the exception of the frequently snarled Tagaytay-Nasugbu route. The province enforces a road space rationing ("number coding") scheme to reduce traffic volumes on its major highways, including Aguinaldo Highway, Governor's Drive, Molino Boulevard, and Molino-Paliparan Road. The ordinance is implemented M-F 7-10AM and 3-7PM, except national holidays. If you get caught, you driver's license will be confiscated, and receive a ticket and a fine of {{PHP|300}}. Cavite's only expressways are the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) in Bacoor and Kawit, and the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) through Carmona, but the national government is undertaking the construction of new expressways to decongest its major highways. One ongoing project, the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), which will connect CAVITEX in Kawit with SLEX in Biñan, Laguna, has been under construction since 2018; as of 2026, the expressway is open between Biñan and General Trias, and the remainder under construction. Another expressway, the '''Cavite-Tagaytay-Nasugbu Expressway''', is proposed to serve Tagaytay, Mendez and Alfonso. ===By tricycle=== Motorized tricycles, or simply tricycles are motorbikes with attached sidecar. Tricycles are a common means of public transportation in the Philippines. These public utility vehicles either have a set route or are for-hire, like taxis. The tricycle is the most popular means of transport for short distances of less than a kilometer in small towns and cities, especially in the rural areas. ==See== While urban sprawl has taken hold in most of Cavite and the primary reason to be in the province is [[Tagaytay]] to see [[Taal Volcano]] (which is in [[Batangas]] though), there are many places in the provinces still waiting to be discovered. * {{see | name=Aguinaldo Shrine | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=The National Shrine of the Philippines, where the Philippine Declaration of Independence from Spain took place on June 12, 1898. A staple for field-tripping schoolchildren for Metro Manila. }} * {{see | name=Malibiclibic Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address=General Emilio Aguinaldo | lat=14.214473805547282| long=120.77833390185722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content= A Hidden Falls below the grasslands of Cavite. Malibiclibic Falls is a result of a convergence between three rivers flowing from Magallanes, Aguinaldo, and Maragondon. Millions of years of three-river pounding a 100-m high cliff, the water found its way through it; thus creating a waterfall. This river was awarded as the cleanest river during the 2004 National Search for the Clean Inland Bodies of Water – “river category,” in Region IV-A Calabarzon given by Department of Interior and Local Government. The Falls can be accessed by walking through a 1.2-km 4x4 trail from the Maragondon-Aguinaldo national road until you reach a graze land. The entrance to the track is at Barangay Lumipa and 2.64 km before the main Aguinaldo town if you are coming from Maragondon. From the graze land, you need to descend to a slippery soil and moss-covered boulders. The trail down to the falls is not that clear as the falls is seldom accessed by hikers. The trek is about 612 meters and about a hundred meters down. }} * {{see | name=Pink Sisters Convent | alt= | url= | email= | address= Holy Spirit Drive in Barangay Maitim | lat= | long= | directions= in Tagaytay City | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=It was established through the Society of Divine Word, Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters and Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters, all founded by Saint Arnold Janssen. The nuns’ presence in the chapel gives the place an even more sacred ambiance. A visit is the chance to see nuns praying 24 hours a day — although they can only be seen behind the iron grilles of the altar. }} * {{see | name=Rare black-sand beaches | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Noveleta | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content= }} '''Heritage churches''' dating from the Spanish era can be found in Bacoor, Cavite City, Dasmariñas, General Trias, Imus, Indang, Kawit, Maragondon, Naic, Rosario, Silang, Tanza and Ternate. ==Do== It's a must for every Cavite visitor to visit [[Tagaytay]]. While on your way to the city, you might want to try the boiled sweet corn along Silang by-pass road. You won't miss the sweet corn being cooked on the large cookie bins which serves as hot pots. Upon arrival to Tagaytay, enjoy the view of the lake and the volcano. Would you want to do horseback riding? Drive along the Tagaytay Road and see Picnic Grove and enjoy the picnic park. Avoid visiting during holidays because the park might be really crowded. ==Eat== * '''Original Digman Halo-Halo''' - Digman, along the Streets of H. Rubio and C. Gawaran, is a small barangay in the city of Bacoor. It's known for its famous halo-halo which Caviteños have enjoyed through the years. * '''Pancit Luglog''' is a very saucy, breakfast version of the Pancit Palabok and Pancit Malabon. The primarily difference is in the noodles used in the recipe. Luglog uses a thicker noodle than the traditional bihon of a pancit palabok. The noodle dish is served with an array of seafood garnish, spring onions, hard boiled eggs in thick rice noodles and eaten with local-made Bibingka rice cake. Luglog eateries are located in Rosario and the local favorite is at Rizal and Governor Pugeda Street. ==Drink== Cavite and neighboring Batangas Province both have a local coffee variant called [[Kapeng barako]]. ==Buy== There are many malls and chain supermarkets in most of suburbanized Cavite, but national mall chains have begun to spring out in the touristic center of [[Tagaytay]]. Almost all cities and municipalities will have traditional wet and dry market at the downtown. The municipality of [[Silang]] has a designer outlet mall, the European-themed Acienda, whose main catch is an all-year 70% discount for all stores. ==Sleep== Most cities will have at least one or more hotels (especially motels), but the majority are in [[Tagaytay]], the main tourist area. At the coast, there will be beach resorts, often the only option of staying there, but there will hardly be one on the bustling northwest region, where the towns grew into the coastline. ==Stay safe== Weather, crime, and aggressive drivers are major safety concerns when travelling in the province. The weather can become unpredictable in the province during the monsoon season, and roads can become slippery or muddy during short rainstorms. Low-lying northern Cavite is heavily affected by flooding during the rainy season as it is the catch-basin for river systems that originate in the southern highlands, compounded by high tide along Manila Bay. Since Spanish times, Cavite has had a reputation for warlordism and banditry, which evolved from cattle rustling to smuggling and organized crime, and which resulted in the exaggerated stereotype of Caviteños as ''tulisanes'' (bandits). Although urbanization has driven cattle thieves and amphibious smugglers out of business, associations with crime persist mainly due to electoral violence and sparsely-populated parts of the province being used as a dumping ground to dispose of dead bodies. If you drive, it is advisable to hire a driver, as driving habits tend to become aggressive. The area does show signs of poverty, and common crimes like pickpockets and hold-ups do occur, so be watchful of your valuables. Do not just flash a classy phone or camera anywhere, so you do not attract thieves. Keep them in your bag or hotel safe if possible. In Tagaytay, beware of tourist scams, especially involving trips to [[Taal Volcano]] in nearby [[Batangas]]. Always [[Bargaining|agree on a price]] when taking tricycles, and avoid drivers posing that they know you: you might get overcharged if you give in. The southernmost parts of Cavite, including Tagaytay are part of an extended 17-kilometer radius danger zone in the event of a severe eruption by volcano. In any case, do not accept offers to travel to Taal Volcano Island in the first place, as it is a permanent danger zone and your chances of escape or rescue from the island should an eruption occur are virtually nil. Tagaytay itself, being located in a highland location, is safe enough to view the volcano erupting, although heavy ashfall can still impact metro Tagaytay. Face masks should be worn to protect against volcanic gases, which are sometimes emitted even when there's no ongoing eruption. ==Respect== Cavitenos can be sensitive when it comes to local politics, resulting in periodic bouts of electoral violence. Some of the textbook historical figures from Cavite’s revolutionary past have descendants that are still active in politics and society today, so discussions regarding that long-gone period may sometimes be a sensitive subject among residents. ==Go next== *[[Batangas]] - Just south, and home to beaches not far from Manila, as well as heritage churches. {{IsPartOf|Calabarzon}} {{outlineregion}} {{geo|14.2666667|120.866667|zoom=11}} 1gk69sxu33trziwd5hdulawfjb4mxtp 5328434 5328433 2026-08-14T17:24:12Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328434 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cavite Corregidor landscape.jpg}} '''Cavite''' ([[Tagalog]]: ''Kabite'') is a province in the [[Calabarzon]] region of the island of [[Luzon]] in the [[Philippines]]. It is the most densely populated province in the Philippines. {{populationof}}. Being near to Metro Manila, its northern areas has become characterized by sprawling residential communities, which are continuing to grow until this day, while its southern highlands become a summer getaway for weekenders. [[File:Fort San Felipe (Cavite Puerto).jpg|thumb|Fort San Felipe]] Industrial developments are also leading its growing economy, with factories moving to industrial parks scattered in the province. The province is rich with history as one of the provinces which led the Philippine Revolution against the Spaniards. Cavite is the location where the independence of the Philippines was proclaimed, so the province was named the historical capital. {{mapframe}} ==Regions== Cavite is divided into 8 cities and 16 municipalities, but for convenience, we divide the province into three possible regions: *'''Northern Cavite''' ([[Cavite City]], [[Kawit]], [[Noveleta]], [[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]) - Coastal communities with a colorful history. *'''Central Cavite''' ([[Bacoor]], [[Carmona]], [[Dasmariñas]], [[General Mariano Alvarez]], [[General Trias]], [[Imus]], [[Tanza]] and [[Trece Martires]]) - A bustling suburban area, with its many problems like traffic jams and uncontrolled development. *'''Southern Cavite''' ([[Alfonso]], [[Amadeo]], [[General Emilio Aguinaldo]], [[Indang]], [[Magallanes (Cavite)|Magallanes]], [[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]], [[Mendez]], [[Naic]], [[Silang]], [[Tagaytay]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]) - The touristy part of Cavite, with many natural attractions, inland resorts and small towns. ==Cities== * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Alfonso]]|wikidata=Q62600}} - suburb of Tagaytay that also has its share of highland resorts and restaurants. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Amadeo]]|wikidata=Q62606}} - center of the coffee industry in Cavite. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacoor]]|wikidata=Q63129}} - site of one of many major battles during the Philippine Revolution, it is now a sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Carmona]]|wikidata=Q62611}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cavite City]]|wikidata=Q1482}} - first city and first capital of Cavite. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Dasmariñas]]|wikidata=Q63139}} - The university city of Cavite, another sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. Colloquially known as Dasma. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Emilio Aguinaldo]]|wikidata=Q62719}} - commonly known by its former name, Bailen. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Mariano Alvarez]]|wikidata=Q62638}} - commonly known by its acronym, GMA. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Trias]]|wikidata=Q62723}} The birth place of the Philippine Revolution, replacing the Katipunan; popularly known as the Tejeros Convention or Tejeros Assembly. Colloquially known as GenTri. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Imus]]|wikidata=Q63145}} - another sprawling suburb, where the Battle of Alapan, another major battle in the Philippine Revolution, took place. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Indang]]|wikidata=Q62729}} - municipality in the interior of '''Cavite''', home to various inland resorts and heritage churches. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kawit]]|wikidata=Q62755}} - birthplace of Emilio Aguinaldo * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Magallanes]]|wikidata=Q62771}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]]|wikidata=Q62776}} - a municipality in southwestern Cavite bordering Batangas, famous in Philippine history as the place were revolutionary hero Andres Bonifacio and his brother was tried and executed by his countrymen during the uprising against Spain in 1897. Also contains a heritage church, several colonial-era houses and much-hiked mountains. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Naic]]|wikidata=Q62799}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Noveleta]]|wikidata=Q63096}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]|wikidata=Q63102}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Silang]]|wikidata=Q63110}} - a municipality in southeastern Cavite bordering Laguna. Long dismissed as a stopover on the way to Tagaytay, it has its own share of resorts, farms and thriving commercial hubs complete with a Spanish era church, along with the headquarters of the Philippine National Police Academy. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tagaytay]]|wikidata=Q63154}} - the second "Summer Capital" of the Philippines, with its cool highland climate and views of '''Taal Lake''' and Volcano. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tanza]]|wikidata=Q63115}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]|wikidata=Q63124}} - a municipality inhabited by descendants of transplanted settlers from [[Ternate]] island in present-day Indonesia and a bastion of Chavacano, an archaic variant of the Spanish language. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Trece Martires]]|wikidata=Q63160}} - capital of Cavite. Colloquially known as Trece. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Corregidor Island]]|wikidata=Q928075}} *{{marker|name=[[Mount Palay-Palay–Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape]]|wikidata=Q18391348}} - Mountain range, one of the last patches of lowland rainforest in Luzon. Mount Palay-Palay-Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape occupies over {{convert|4000|ha|abbr=on}} of western Cavite, and also straddles the boundary with [[Batangas]]; we do not have an article for it, but is covered at [[Ternate (Cavite)]]. ==Understand== Cavite is known for its rich history and a large number of national heroes, including the first president Emilio Aguinaldo (though some historians dispute this claim). The province is one of the eight provinces that led the [[Philippine Revolution]], and is a site of many important events during the rebellion. It is sometimes called "Land of the Brave" or the History Capital of the Philippines. Those who live in Cavite are called Caviteños. They have an exaggerated stereotype of being proud and aggressive people. This originated in the province's agrarian origins in the Spanish period, in which land disputes, peasant revolts, cattle rustling and rampant smuggling along the coast gave rise to the Robin Hood-like ''tulisan'' (bandit) phenomenon immortalized in classic Filipino action films, usually starring actors from Cavite’s own Revilla family. Caviteño pride has also been blamed for the legendary feud in the Philippine Revolution between local hero Emilio Aguinaldo and the revolution's founder Andres Bonifacio, culminating in the latter's execution in Cavite. Since the 1970s though, the Caviteño stereotype is gradually disappearing as the expansion of Metro Manila’s urban sprawl has led to a change in economic activity and demographic composition. Cavite is bordered by Metro Manila in the north, Laguna in the east, Batangas in the south and by South China Sea (or West Philippine Sea, at the wake of the [[Spratly Islands]] dispute) on the west. Being just south of Metro Manila, Cavite is seeing a rise in suburban development since the 1970s and 1980s, especially residential subdivisions and industrial parks. Bacoor, Imus and Dasmariñas are the three principal cities not far from the boundary with Metro Manila, have become bustling extensions of the vast metropolis in the north, and are bedroom communities for daily commuters who leave to work or study in Metro Manila. ===Tourist information === * [http://www.cavite.gov.ph/home/tourism Cavite Tourism]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} webpage ==Talk== [[Tagalog]] is the native language of most Caviteños, but in parts of Cavite (particularly [[Cavite City]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]), the Spanish-based creole [[Chavacano]] is spoken, though speakers of those will readily switch to Tagalog when dealing with outsiders. Note that Cavite City Chavacano is distinct from that in Ternate. ==Get in== Common means of transportation from Manila to Cavite by bus and jeepney. It takes an hour or less. ===By car=== One main entry point to Cavite is the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX). They also name this road as Coastal Road (name of the road from north end of the road to Bacoor exit) since it is near the coastline of Manila Bay. CAVITEX has two exit points in the province: the Longos Flyover in barangay Talaba in Bacoor and Cavite Exit located at Binakayan Diversion Road and Tirona Highway in barangay Binakayan, Kawit. Another entry point to Cavite is the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX). Common exit points are Carmona, which leads to Governor's Drive, the main east–west corridor, and [[Santa Rosa (Laguna)|Santa Rosa]], which leads to Santa Rosa-Tagaytay Road, which becomes snagged during weekends and holidays with many travelers heading to Tagaytay. The parallel Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), connects [[Biñan]] in Laguna via SLEX Mamplasan Exit with General Trias, with construction ongoing to connect the road with CAVITEX in Kawit. From Batangas, entry points by road are the gently sloping '''Tagaytay-[[Nasugbu]] Road''', and the winding '''Ternate-Nasugbu Road''' and '''Diokno Highway''' from [[Lemery]] and '''Ligaya Drive''' from [[Talisay (Batangas)|Talisay]], the main gateway to [[Taal Volcano]]. ===By boat=== '''MRS Super Shuttle''' operates ferries to [[Cavite City]] from SM Mall of Asia. Since December 2019, there is also a "water jeepney" service between the pier near the CCP Complex in [[Pasay]] and the pier in Cavite City. ===By train=== Construction of the LRT Line 1 (LRT-1) extension to Cavite province is ongoing; it to expected to be operational by 2026. The extension project, will give rise to eight new stations in [[Parañaque]], [[Las Piñas]] and [[Bacoor]]. The line will initially not reach Bacoor itself, but two stations at Bacoor proper are planned. ==Get around== Much of Cavite, especially the northern urbanized conurbation, is undergoing explosive growth marked by subdivisions, malls, and industrial parks. Most areas of the province are accessible by local public transport, but most new residents in the suburbanized cities prefer buying a car. The major cities in Cavite are plagued by daily traffic jams. Public transport cover well the cities but they are also affected by the congestion. ===By bus or jeepney=== Most locals commute using the ubiquitous jeepneys. You may hail a jeepney from anywhere, though some cities have jeepney only allowed to stop at designated areas per local ordinances. Most jeepney routes run within the province, but there are several routes running toward Metro Manila (Alabang and Baclaran) or Laguna (Santa Rosa or Calamba). Buses are a more comfortable and spacious alternative for jeepneys, but they only travel on the most prominent destinations. Most bus routes in Cavite run between Manila (Parañaque Integrated Transport Exchange/PITX, Pasay) and Batangas (Nasugbu, Balayan, Calatagan). The common bus operators in Cavite are as follows, with their routes: *Cavite-Batangas Transport Cooperative *DLTB (PITX-Nasugbu via Tagaytay or Ternate) *Erjohn and Almark *Jasper Jean (Fairview-Palapala via EDSA, Navotas-Palapala via EDSA) *Kirsteen Transport *San Agustin *Saulog (PITX-Cavite City/Ternate) Maragondon and Ternate are only accessible by Bus. ===By minibus=== Travel to coastal Cavite may not be complete without taking the colorful custom-made '''minibuses''' (or "baby buses"), which travel between Bacoor and Naic (with some operating from Baclaran and vice versa via CAVITEX). Cavite minibuses can be basically seen as bus-like versions of the jeepney; fares are cheap and the buses have a separate entrance and exit door, but are cramped and uncomfortable to foreigners. Minibuses were planned to be phased out in the early 2010s (and replaced by the usual jeepneys), but the plan was scrapped after it met opposition from lifetime drivers. Unlike jeepneys, passengers usually give out payment when exiting the vehicle. The minimum fare is P15. ===By car=== Cavite has an immense network of roads, with the Aguinaldo Highway (Rtes 62, 419, and 410), Antero Soriano Highway (Rtes 64 and 402) and Governor's Drive (Rtes 65, 651, 403 and 405) serving as the backbone of the system. Aguinaldo Highway is the most prominent, being a north–south national road serving the largest cities. Governor's Drive is another important highway, from Carmona to Ternate. Antero Soriano Highway is another highway that continues from Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEx) and serves the coastal communities of Kawit, Noveleta, Rosario, Tanza, and Naic. Cavite has a negative reputation for traffic jams due to uncontrolled suburbanization that created car-dependent sprawl, and it can take 1-2 hours to travel from one side of the province into another. The major highways, notably Aguinaldo Highway between Bacoor and Dasmariñas, are always congested, even in weekends and holidays. The city of Bacoor, from 2016, has implemented a number-coding system in order to reduce congestion, and created a "Friendship Route" modeled after Las Piñas', which is permissive unlike the latter (where a sticker is required). Public transportation is the better choice, but are affected by the congestion. Congestion gradually decreases the further one goes west and south towards Batangas, with the exception of the frequently snarled Tagaytay-Nasugbu route. The province enforces a road space rationing ("number coding") scheme to reduce traffic volumes on its major highways, including Aguinaldo Highway, Governor's Drive, Molino Boulevard, and Molino-Paliparan Road. The ordinance is implemented M-F 7-10AM and 3-7PM, except national holidays. If you get caught, you driver's license will be confiscated, and receive a ticket and a fine of {{PHP|300}}. Cavite's only expressways are the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) in Bacoor and Kawit, and the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) through Carmona, but the national government is undertaking the construction of new expressways to decongest its major highways. One ongoing project, the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), which will connect CAVITEX in Kawit with SLEX in Biñan, Laguna, has been under construction since 2018; as of 2026, the expressway is open between Biñan and General Trias, and the remainder under construction. Another expressway, the '''Cavite-Tagaytay-Nasugbu Expressway''', is proposed to serve Tagaytay, Mendez and Alfonso. ===By tricycle=== Motorized tricycles, or simply tricycles are motorbikes with attached sidecar. Tricycles are a common means of public transportation in the Philippines. These public utility vehicles either have a set route or are for-hire, like taxis. The tricycle is the most popular means of transport for short distances of less than a kilometer in small towns and cities, especially in the rural areas. ==See== While urban sprawl has taken hold in most of Cavite and the primary reason to be in the province is [[Tagaytay]] to see [[Taal Volcano]] (which is in [[Batangas]] though), there are many places in the provinces still waiting to be discovered. * {{see | name=Aguinaldo Shrine | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=The National Shrine of the Philippines, where the Philippine Declaration of Independence from Spain took place on June 12, 1898. A staple for field-tripping schoolchildren for Metro Manila. }} * {{see | name=Malibiclibic Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address=General Emilio Aguinaldo | lat=14.214473805547282| long=120.77833390185722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content= A Hidden Falls below the grasslands of Cavite. Malibiclibic Falls is a result of a convergence between three rivers flowing from Magallanes, Aguinaldo, and Maragondon. Millions of years of three-river pounding a 100-m high cliff, the water found its way through it; thus creating a waterfall. This river was awarded as the cleanest river during the 2004 National Search for the Clean Inland Bodies of Water – “river category,” in Region IV-A Calabarzon given by Department of Interior and Local Government. The Falls can be accessed by walking through a 1.2-km 4x4 trail from the Maragondon-Aguinaldo national road until you reach a graze land. The entrance to the track is at Barangay Lumipa and 2.64 km before the main Aguinaldo town if you are coming from Maragondon. From the graze land, you need to descend to a slippery soil and moss-covered boulders. The trail down to the falls is not that clear as the falls is seldom accessed by hikers. The trek is about 612 meters and about a hundred meters down. }} * {{see | name=Pink Sisters Convent | alt= | url= | email= | address= Holy Spirit Drive in Barangay Maitim | lat= | long= | directions= in Tagaytay City | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=It was established through the Society of Divine Word, Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters and Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters, all founded by Saint Arnold Janssen. The nuns’ presence in the chapel gives the place an even more sacred ambiance. A visit is the chance to see nuns praying 24 hours a day — although they can only be seen behind the iron grilles of the altar. }} * {{see | name=Rare black-sand beaches | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Noveleta | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content= }} '''Heritage churches''' dating from the Spanish era can be found in Bacoor, Cavite City, Dasmariñas, General Trias, Imus, Indang, Kawit, Maragondon, Naic, Rosario, Silang, Tanza and Ternate. ==Do== It's a must for every Cavite visitor to visit [[Tagaytay]]. While on your way to the city, you might want to try the boiled sweet corn along Silang by-pass road. You won't miss the sweet corn being cooked on the large cookie bins which serves as hot pots. Upon arrival to Tagaytay, enjoy the view of the lake and the volcano. Would you want to do horseback riding? Drive along the Tagaytay Road and see Picnic Grove and enjoy the picnic park. Avoid visiting during holidays because the park might be really crowded. ==Eat== * '''Original Digman Halo-Halo''' - Digman, along the Streets of H. Rubio and C. Gawaran, is a small barangay in the city of Bacoor. It's known for its famous halo-halo which Caviteños have enjoyed through the years. * '''Pancit Luglog''' is a very saucy, breakfast version of the Pancit Palabok and Pancit Malabon. The primarily difference is in the noodles used in the recipe. Luglog uses a thicker noodle than the traditional bihon of a pancit palabok. The noodle dish is served with an array of seafood garnish, spring onions, hard boiled eggs in thick rice noodles and eaten with local-made Bibingka rice cake. Luglog eateries are located in Rosario and the local favorite is at Rizal and Governor Pugeda Street. ==Drink== Cavite and neighboring Batangas Province both have a local coffee variant called [[Kapeng barako]]. ==Buy== There are many malls and chain supermarkets in most of suburbanized Cavite, but national mall chains have begun to spring out in the touristic center of [[Tagaytay]]. Almost all cities and municipalities will have traditional wet and dry market at the downtown. The municipality of [[Silang]] has a designer outlet mall, the European-themed Acienda, whose main catch is an all-year 70% discount for all stores. ==Sleep== Most cities will have at least one or more hotels (especially motels), but the majority are in [[Tagaytay]], the main tourist area. At the coast, there will be beach resorts, often the only option of staying there, but there will hardly be one on the bustling northwest region, where the towns grew into the coastline. ==Stay safe== Weather, crime, and aggressive drivers are major safety concerns when travelling in the province. The weather can become unpredictable in the province during the monsoon season, and roads can become slippery or muddy during short rainstorms. Low-lying northern Cavite is heavily affected by flooding during the rainy season as it is the catch-basin for river systems that originate in the southern highlands, compounded by high tide along Manila Bay. Since Spanish times, Cavite has had a reputation for warlordism and banditry, which evolved from cattle rustling to smuggling and organized crime, and which resulted in the exaggerated stereotype of Caviteños as ''tulisanes'' (bandits). Although urbanization has driven cattle thieves and amphibious smugglers out of business, associations with crime persist mainly due to electoral violence and sparsely-populated parts of the province being used as a dumping ground to dispose of dead bodies. If you drive, it is advisable to hire a driver, as driving habits tend to become aggressive. The area does show signs of poverty, and common crimes like pickpockets and hold-ups do occur, so be watchful of your valuables. Do not just flash a classy phone or camera anywhere, so you do not attract thieves. Keep them in your bag or hotel safe if possible. In Tagaytay, beware of tourist scams, especially involving trips to [[Taal Volcano]] in nearby [[Batangas]]. Always [[Bargaining|agree on a price]] when taking tricycles, and avoid drivers posing that they know you: you might get overcharged if you give in. The southernmost parts of Cavite, including Tagaytay are part of an extended 17-kilometer radius danger zone in the event of a severe eruption by volcano. In any case, do not accept offers to travel to Taal Volcano Island in the first place, as it is a permanent danger zone and your chances of escape or rescue from the island should an eruption occur are virtually nil. Tagaytay itself, being located in a highland location, is safe enough to view the volcano erupting, although heavy ashfall can still impact metro Tagaytay. Face masks should be worn to protect against volcanic gases, which are sometimes emitted even when there's no ongoing eruption. ==Respect== Cavitenos can be sensitive when it comes to local politics, resulting in periodic bouts of electoral violence. Some of the textbook historical figures from Cavite’s revolutionary past have descendants that are still active in politics and society today, so discussions regarding that long-gone period may sometimes be a sensitive subject among residents. ==Go next== *[[Batangas]] - Just south, and home to beaches not far from Manila, as well as heritage churches. {{IsPartOf|Calabarzon}} {{outlineregion}} {{geo|14.2666667|120.866667|zoom=11}} 2aq63oqy05e0b1djgz4fvkt47007e68 5328435 5328434 2026-08-14T17:24:35Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328435 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cavite Corregidor landscape.jpg}} '''Cavite''' ([[Tagalog]]: ''Kabite'') is a province in the [[Calabarzon]] region of the island of [[Luzon]] in the [[Philippines]]. It is the most densely populated province in the Philippines. {{populationof}}. Being near to Metro Manila, its northern areas has become characterized by sprawling residential communities, which are continuing to grow until this day, while its southern highlands become a summer getaway for weekenders. [[File:Fort San Felipe (Cavite Puerto).jpg|thumb|Fort San Felipe]] Industrial developments are also leading its growing economy, with factories moving to industrial parks scattered in the province. The province is rich with history as one of the provinces which led the Philippine Revolution against the Spaniards. Cavite is the location where the independence of the Philippines was proclaimed, so the province was named the historical capital. {{mapframe}} ==Regions== Cavite is divided into 8 cities and 16 municipalities, but for convenience, we divide the province into three possible regions: *'''Northern Cavite''' ([[Cavite City]], [[Kawit]], [[Noveleta]], [[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]) - Coastal communities with a colorful history. *'''Central Cavite''' ([[Bacoor]], [[Carmona]], [[Dasmariñas]], [[General Mariano Alvarez]], [[General Trias]], [[Imus]], [[Tanza]] and [[Trece Martires]]) - A bustling suburban area, with its many problems like traffic jams and uncontrolled development. *'''Southern Cavite''' ([[Alfonso]], [[Amadeo]], [[General Emilio Aguinaldo]], [[Indang]], [[Magallanes (Cavite)|Magallanes]], [[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]], [[Mendez]], [[Naic]], [[Silang]], [[Tagaytay]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]) - The touristy part of Cavite, with many natural attractions, inland resorts and small towns. ==Cities== * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Alfonso]]|wikidata=Q62600}} - suburb of Tagaytay that also has its share of highland resorts and restaurants. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Amadeo]]|wikidata=Q62606}} - center of the coffee industry in Cavite. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacoor]]|wikidata=Q63129}} - site of one of many major battles during the Philippine Revolution, it is now a sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Carmona]]|wikidata=Q62611}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cavite City]]|wikidata=Q1482}} - first city and first capital of Cavite. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Dasmariñas]]|wikidata=Q63139}} - The university city of Cavite, another sprawling suburb of Metro Manila. Colloquially known as Dasma. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Emilio Aguinaldo]]|wikidata=Q62719}} - commonly known by its former name, Bailen. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Mariano Alvarez]]|wikidata=Q62638}} - commonly known by its acronym, GMA. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[General Trias]]|wikidata=Q62723}} The birth place of the Philippine Revolution, replacing the Katipunan; popularly known as the Tejeros Convention or Tejeros Assembly. Colloquially known as GenTri. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Imus]]|wikidata=Q63145}} - another sprawling suburb, where the Battle of Alapan, another major battle in the Philippine Revolution, took place. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Indang]]|wikidata=Q62729}} - municipality in the interior of '''Cavite''', home to various inland resorts and heritage churches. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kawit]]|wikidata=Q62755}} - birthplace of Emilio Aguinaldo * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Magallanes (Cavite)|Magallanes]]|wikidata=Q62771}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Maragondon]]|wikidata=Q62776}} - a municipality in southwestern Cavite bordering Batangas, famous in Philippine history as the place were revolutionary hero Andres Bonifacio and his brother was tried and executed by his countrymen during the uprising against Spain in 1897. Also contains a heritage church, several colonial-era houses and much-hiked mountains. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Naic]]|wikidata=Q62799}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Noveleta]]|wikidata=Q63096}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosario (Cavite)|Rosario]]|wikidata=Q63102}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Silang]]|wikidata=Q63110}} - a municipality in southeastern Cavite bordering Laguna. Long dismissed as a stopover on the way to Tagaytay, it has its own share of resorts, farms and thriving commercial hubs complete with a Spanish era church, along with the headquarters of the Philippine National Police Academy. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tagaytay]]|wikidata=Q63154}} - the second "Summer Capital" of the Philippines, with its cool highland climate and views of '''Taal Lake''' and Volcano. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tanza]]|wikidata=Q63115}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]|wikidata=Q63124}} - a municipality inhabited by descendants of transplanted settlers from [[Ternate]] island in present-day Indonesia and a bastion of Chavacano, an archaic variant of the Spanish language. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Trece Martires]]|wikidata=Q63160}} - capital of Cavite. Colloquially known as Trece. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Corregidor Island]]|wikidata=Q928075}} *{{marker|name=[[Mount Palay-Palay–Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape]]|wikidata=Q18391348}} - Mountain range, one of the last patches of lowland rainforest in Luzon. Mount Palay-Palay-Mataas na Gulod Protected Landscape occupies over {{convert|4000|ha|abbr=on}} of western Cavite, and also straddles the boundary with [[Batangas]]; we do not have an article for it, but is covered at [[Ternate (Cavite)]]. ==Understand== Cavite is known for its rich history and a large number of national heroes, including the first president Emilio Aguinaldo (though some historians dispute this claim). The province is one of the eight provinces that led the [[Philippine Revolution]], and is a site of many important events during the rebellion. It is sometimes called "Land of the Brave" or the History Capital of the Philippines. Those who live in Cavite are called Caviteños. They have an exaggerated stereotype of being proud and aggressive people. This originated in the province's agrarian origins in the Spanish period, in which land disputes, peasant revolts, cattle rustling and rampant smuggling along the coast gave rise to the Robin Hood-like ''tulisan'' (bandit) phenomenon immortalized in classic Filipino action films, usually starring actors from Cavite’s own Revilla family. Caviteño pride has also been blamed for the legendary feud in the Philippine Revolution between local hero Emilio Aguinaldo and the revolution's founder Andres Bonifacio, culminating in the latter's execution in Cavite. Since the 1970s though, the Caviteño stereotype is gradually disappearing as the expansion of Metro Manila’s urban sprawl has led to a change in economic activity and demographic composition. Cavite is bordered by Metro Manila in the north, Laguna in the east, Batangas in the south and by South China Sea (or West Philippine Sea, at the wake of the [[Spratly Islands]] dispute) on the west. Being just south of Metro Manila, Cavite is seeing a rise in suburban development since the 1970s and 1980s, especially residential subdivisions and industrial parks. Bacoor, Imus and Dasmariñas are the three principal cities not far from the boundary with Metro Manila, have become bustling extensions of the vast metropolis in the north, and are bedroom communities for daily commuters who leave to work or study in Metro Manila. ===Tourist information === * [http://www.cavite.gov.ph/home/tourism Cavite Tourism]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} webpage ==Talk== [[Tagalog]] is the native language of most Caviteños, but in parts of Cavite (particularly [[Cavite City]] and [[Ternate (Cavite)|Ternate]]), the Spanish-based creole [[Chavacano]] is spoken, though speakers of those will readily switch to Tagalog when dealing with outsiders. Note that Cavite City Chavacano is distinct from that in Ternate. ==Get in== Common means of transportation from Manila to Cavite by bus and jeepney. It takes an hour or less. ===By car=== One main entry point to Cavite is the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX). They also name this road as Coastal Road (name of the road from north end of the road to Bacoor exit) since it is near the coastline of Manila Bay. CAVITEX has two exit points in the province: the Longos Flyover in barangay Talaba in Bacoor and Cavite Exit located at Binakayan Diversion Road and Tirona Highway in barangay Binakayan, Kawit. Another entry point to Cavite is the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX). Common exit points are Carmona, which leads to Governor's Drive, the main east–west corridor, and [[Santa Rosa (Laguna)|Santa Rosa]], which leads to Santa Rosa-Tagaytay Road, which becomes snagged during weekends and holidays with many travelers heading to Tagaytay. The parallel Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), connects [[Biñan]] in Laguna via SLEX Mamplasan Exit with General Trias, with construction ongoing to connect the road with CAVITEX in Kawit. From Batangas, entry points by road are the gently sloping '''Tagaytay-[[Nasugbu]] Road''', and the winding '''Ternate-Nasugbu Road''' and '''Diokno Highway''' from [[Lemery]] and '''Ligaya Drive''' from [[Talisay (Batangas)|Talisay]], the main gateway to [[Taal Volcano]]. ===By boat=== '''MRS Super Shuttle''' operates ferries to [[Cavite City]] from SM Mall of Asia. Since December 2019, there is also a "water jeepney" service between the pier near the CCP Complex in [[Pasay]] and the pier in Cavite City. ===By train=== Construction of the LRT Line 1 (LRT-1) extension to Cavite province is ongoing; it to expected to be operational by 2026. The extension project, will give rise to eight new stations in [[Parañaque]], [[Las Piñas]] and [[Bacoor]]. The line will initially not reach Bacoor itself, but two stations at Bacoor proper are planned. ==Get around== Much of Cavite, especially the northern urbanized conurbation, is undergoing explosive growth marked by subdivisions, malls, and industrial parks. Most areas of the province are accessible by local public transport, but most new residents in the suburbanized cities prefer buying a car. The major cities in Cavite are plagued by daily traffic jams. Public transport cover well the cities but they are also affected by the congestion. ===By bus or jeepney=== Most locals commute using the ubiquitous jeepneys. You may hail a jeepney from anywhere, though some cities have jeepney only allowed to stop at designated areas per local ordinances. Most jeepney routes run within the province, but there are several routes running toward Metro Manila (Alabang and Baclaran) or Laguna (Santa Rosa or Calamba). Buses are a more comfortable and spacious alternative for jeepneys, but they only travel on the most prominent destinations. Most bus routes in Cavite run between Manila (Parañaque Integrated Transport Exchange/PITX, Pasay) and Batangas (Nasugbu, Balayan, Calatagan). The common bus operators in Cavite are as follows, with their routes: *Cavite-Batangas Transport Cooperative *DLTB (PITX-Nasugbu via Tagaytay or Ternate) *Erjohn and Almark *Jasper Jean (Fairview-Palapala via EDSA, Navotas-Palapala via EDSA) *Kirsteen Transport *San Agustin *Saulog (PITX-Cavite City/Ternate) Maragondon and Ternate are only accessible by Bus. ===By minibus=== Travel to coastal Cavite may not be complete without taking the colorful custom-made '''minibuses''' (or "baby buses"), which travel between Bacoor and Naic (with some operating from Baclaran and vice versa via CAVITEX). Cavite minibuses can be basically seen as bus-like versions of the jeepney; fares are cheap and the buses have a separate entrance and exit door, but are cramped and uncomfortable to foreigners. Minibuses were planned to be phased out in the early 2010s (and replaced by the usual jeepneys), but the plan was scrapped after it met opposition from lifetime drivers. Unlike jeepneys, passengers usually give out payment when exiting the vehicle. The minimum fare is P15. ===By car=== Cavite has an immense network of roads, with the Aguinaldo Highway (Rtes 62, 419, and 410), Antero Soriano Highway (Rtes 64 and 402) and Governor's Drive (Rtes 65, 651, 403 and 405) serving as the backbone of the system. Aguinaldo Highway is the most prominent, being a north–south national road serving the largest cities. Governor's Drive is another important highway, from Carmona to Ternate. Antero Soriano Highway is another highway that continues from Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEx) and serves the coastal communities of Kawit, Noveleta, Rosario, Tanza, and Naic. Cavite has a negative reputation for traffic jams due to uncontrolled suburbanization that created car-dependent sprawl, and it can take 1-2 hours to travel from one side of the province into another. The major highways, notably Aguinaldo Highway between Bacoor and Dasmariñas, are always congested, even in weekends and holidays. The city of Bacoor, from 2016, has implemented a number-coding system in order to reduce congestion, and created a "Friendship Route" modeled after Las Piñas', which is permissive unlike the latter (where a sticker is required). Public transportation is the better choice, but are affected by the congestion. Congestion gradually decreases the further one goes west and south towards Batangas, with the exception of the frequently snarled Tagaytay-Nasugbu route. The province enforces a road space rationing ("number coding") scheme to reduce traffic volumes on its major highways, including Aguinaldo Highway, Governor's Drive, Molino Boulevard, and Molino-Paliparan Road. The ordinance is implemented M-F 7-10AM and 3-7PM, except national holidays. If you get caught, you driver's license will be confiscated, and receive a ticket and a fine of {{PHP|300}}. Cavite's only expressways are the Manila-Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) in Bacoor and Kawit, and the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) through Carmona, but the national government is undertaking the construction of new expressways to decongest its major highways. One ongoing project, the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX), which will connect CAVITEX in Kawit with SLEX in Biñan, Laguna, has been under construction since 2018; as of 2026, the expressway is open between Biñan and General Trias, and the remainder under construction. Another expressway, the '''Cavite-Tagaytay-Nasugbu Expressway''', is proposed to serve Tagaytay, Mendez and Alfonso. ===By tricycle=== Motorized tricycles, or simply tricycles are motorbikes with attached sidecar. Tricycles are a common means of public transportation in the Philippines. These public utility vehicles either have a set route or are for-hire, like taxis. The tricycle is the most popular means of transport for short distances of less than a kilometer in small towns and cities, especially in the rural areas. ==See== While urban sprawl has taken hold in most of Cavite and the primary reason to be in the province is [[Tagaytay]] to see [[Taal Volcano]] (which is in [[Batangas]] though), there are many places in the provinces still waiting to be discovered. * {{see | name=Aguinaldo Shrine | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=The National Shrine of the Philippines, where the Philippine Declaration of Independence from Spain took place on June 12, 1898. A staple for field-tripping schoolchildren for Metro Manila. }} * {{see | name=Malibiclibic Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address=General Emilio Aguinaldo | lat=14.214473805547282| long=120.77833390185722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content= A Hidden Falls below the grasslands of Cavite. Malibiclibic Falls is a result of a convergence between three rivers flowing from Magallanes, Aguinaldo, and Maragondon. Millions of years of three-river pounding a 100-m high cliff, the water found its way through it; thus creating a waterfall. This river was awarded as the cleanest river during the 2004 National Search for the Clean Inland Bodies of Water – “river category,” in Region IV-A Calabarzon given by Department of Interior and Local Government. The Falls can be accessed by walking through a 1.2-km 4x4 trail from the Maragondon-Aguinaldo national road until you reach a graze land. The entrance to the track is at Barangay Lumipa and 2.64 km before the main Aguinaldo town if you are coming from Maragondon. From the graze land, you need to descend to a slippery soil and moss-covered boulders. The trail down to the falls is not that clear as the falls is seldom accessed by hikers. The trek is about 612 meters and about a hundred meters down. }} * {{see | name=Pink Sisters Convent | alt= | url= | email= | address= Holy Spirit Drive in Barangay Maitim | lat= | long= | directions= in Tagaytay City | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-07-03 | content=It was established through the Society of Divine Word, Holy Spirit Missionary Sisters and Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters, all founded by Saint Arnold Janssen. The nuns’ presence in the chapel gives the place an even more sacred ambiance. A visit is the chance to see nuns praying 24 hours a day — although they can only be seen behind the iron grilles of the altar. }} * {{see | name=Rare black-sand beaches | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Noveleta | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content= }} '''Heritage churches''' dating from the Spanish era can be found in Bacoor, Cavite City, Dasmariñas, General Trias, Imus, Indang, Kawit, Maragondon, Naic, Rosario, Silang, Tanza and Ternate. ==Do== It's a must for every Cavite visitor to visit [[Tagaytay]]. While on your way to the city, you might want to try the boiled sweet corn along Silang by-pass road. You won't miss the sweet corn being cooked on the large cookie bins which serves as hot pots. Upon arrival to Tagaytay, enjoy the view of the lake and the volcano. Would you want to do horseback riding? Drive along the Tagaytay Road and see Picnic Grove and enjoy the picnic park. Avoid visiting during holidays because the park might be really crowded. ==Eat== * '''Original Digman Halo-Halo''' - Digman, along the Streets of H. Rubio and C. Gawaran, is a small barangay in the city of Bacoor. It's known for its famous halo-halo which Caviteños have enjoyed through the years. * '''Pancit Luglog''' is a very saucy, breakfast version of the Pancit Palabok and Pancit Malabon. The primarily difference is in the noodles used in the recipe. Luglog uses a thicker noodle than the traditional bihon of a pancit palabok. The noodle dish is served with an array of seafood garnish, spring onions, hard boiled eggs in thick rice noodles and eaten with local-made Bibingka rice cake. Luglog eateries are located in Rosario and the local favorite is at Rizal and Governor Pugeda Street. ==Drink== Cavite and neighboring Batangas Province both have a local coffee variant called [[Kapeng barako]]. ==Buy== There are many malls and chain supermarkets in most of suburbanized Cavite, but national mall chains have begun to spring out in the touristic center of [[Tagaytay]]. Almost all cities and municipalities will have traditional wet and dry market at the downtown. The municipality of [[Silang]] has a designer outlet mall, the European-themed Acienda, whose main catch is an all-year 70% discount for all stores. ==Sleep== Most cities will have at least one or more hotels (especially motels), but the majority are in [[Tagaytay]], the main tourist area. At the coast, there will be beach resorts, often the only option of staying there, but there will hardly be one on the bustling northwest region, where the towns grew into the coastline. ==Stay safe== Weather, crime, and aggressive drivers are major safety concerns when travelling in the province. The weather can become unpredictable in the province during the monsoon season, and roads can become slippery or muddy during short rainstorms. Low-lying northern Cavite is heavily affected by flooding during the rainy season as it is the catch-basin for river systems that originate in the southern highlands, compounded by high tide along Manila Bay. Since Spanish times, Cavite has had a reputation for warlordism and banditry, which evolved from cattle rustling to smuggling and organized crime, and which resulted in the exaggerated stereotype of Caviteños as ''tulisanes'' (bandits). Although urbanization has driven cattle thieves and amphibious smugglers out of business, associations with crime persist mainly due to electoral violence and sparsely-populated parts of the province being used as a dumping ground to dispose of dead bodies. If you drive, it is advisable to hire a driver, as driving habits tend to become aggressive. The area does show signs of poverty, and common crimes like pickpockets and hold-ups do occur, so be watchful of your valuables. Do not just flash a classy phone or camera anywhere, so you do not attract thieves. Keep them in your bag or hotel safe if possible. In Tagaytay, beware of tourist scams, especially involving trips to [[Taal Volcano]] in nearby [[Batangas]]. Always [[Bargaining|agree on a price]] when taking tricycles, and avoid drivers posing that they know you: you might get overcharged if you give in. The southernmost parts of Cavite, including Tagaytay are part of an extended 17-kilometer radius danger zone in the event of a severe eruption by volcano. In any case, do not accept offers to travel to Taal Volcano Island in the first place, as it is a permanent danger zone and your chances of escape or rescue from the island should an eruption occur are virtually nil. Tagaytay itself, being located in a highland location, is safe enough to view the volcano erupting, although heavy ashfall can still impact metro Tagaytay. Face masks should be worn to protect against volcanic gases, which are sometimes emitted even when there's no ongoing eruption. ==Respect== Cavitenos can be sensitive when it comes to local politics, resulting in periodic bouts of electoral violence. Some of the textbook historical figures from Cavite’s revolutionary past have descendants that are still active in politics and society today, so discussions regarding that long-gone period may sometimes be a sensitive subject among residents. ==Go next== *[[Batangas]] - Just south, and home to beaches not far from Manila, as well as heritage churches. {{IsPartOf|Calabarzon}} {{outlineregion}} {{geo|14.2666667|120.866667|zoom=11}} toodlkrq5fz7aciwgvx114cd9oj0d9y 0 6471 5328557 5306021 2026-08-14T23:28:46Z Iketsi 130149 /* Romance languages */ also 5328557 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Hruba Skala chateau Wikivoyage banner.jpg|caption=Karkonosze Pass between Poland and the Czech Republic}} '''Central Europe''' is one of [[Europe]]'s most beautiful regions. Long divided by the ambitions of warring empires and then Cold War tensions, this region was deeply influenced by the [[Holy Roman Empire]], the [[Ottoman Empire]], the [[Russian Empire]] and the [[USSR]]. It was also influenced by the formation of the [[Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth]], [[Austria-Hungary]], [[Yugoslavia]] and the [[German Empire]]. All the countries in this area are [[Travelling around the Schengen Area|Schengen]] members and, with the exceptions of tiny [[Liechtenstein]] and staunchly neutral [[Switzerland]], they are also [[European Union|EU]] members, so travelling between them is a breeze. ==Countries== [[Croatia]] and [[Lithuania]] may also be included in the definition of Central Europe. At Wikivoyage they are handled as part of the [[Balkans]] and the [[Baltic states]], respectively. {{Regionlist | regionmap=Central Europe Regions.png | regionmaptext=Countries of Central Europe | regionInteractiveMap=map1 | regionmapsize=450px | region1name=[[Austria]] | region1color=#71b37b | region1items= | region1description=Breathtaking Alpine panoramas, where you can ski or hike – but also e.g. the cosmopolitan city of Vienna with a unique charm; Vienna coffee houses were both the start of many a story and the place where many stories have been written. | region2name=[[Czech Republic]] | region2color=#d8d036 | region2items= | region2description=A Slavic country surrounded by German-speakers, where fairytale forests and beautiful mountains are a nice addition to the charming cities that survived both wars and communism, and the hearty and filling cuisine is just one more reason to stay. | region3name=[[Germany]] | region3color=#c17da7 | region3items= | region3description=Both the most populous and the most economically powerful country in the [[European Union]], Germany is an incredibly diverse nation that offers everything from skiing in the Alps to sunbathing on the coasts, old towns dating back to the [[Roman Empire]] and ultramodern architecture in cities like Frankfurt. | region4name=[[Hungary]] | region4color=#d09440 | region4items= | region4description=A favourite with Easterners during the Cold War, Hungary today is one of the often overlooked gems of Europe. The country is esteemed for its ornate Turkish bathhouses, a remnant of Ottoman rule. Situated on the western edge of the Eurasian Steppe, it boasts wide grasslands, whilst also featuring several mountain ranges. | region5name=[[Liechtenstein]] | region5color=#2e9bbb | region5items= | region5description=While you might associate Liechtenstein with shady financial deals and strange politics, this tiny Alpine principality by the Rhine is well worth a short stop. | region6name=[[Poland]] | region6color=#4f93c0 | region6items= | region6description=This beautiful country has a long and brave history spanning thousands of years. With the beautiful Baltic Sea to the north and the Sudetes and Carpathian Mountains in the south, Poland is a diverse gem. | region7name=[[Slovakia]] | region7color=#8a84a3 | region7items= | region7description=Often mistaken as simply an appendix of "big brother" Czech Republic, this small ice hockey-crazy nation has made good use of its independence, won in 1993, and now offers a unique blend of influences that come together in its capital Bratislava as well as the skiing resorts of Europe's smallest high mountain range, the High Tatras. | region8name=[[Slovenia]] | region8color=#e25c5c | region8items= | region8description=This small post-Yugoslav nation features the Adriatic sea and the Alps, South Slavic, Romance, Slavic and Germanic influences and boasts enough foreign languages to welcome visitors from all around the globe | region9name=[[Switzerland]] | region9color=#e0fa92 | region9items= | region9description=With four official languages and strong regional identities in over two dozen cantons, Switzerland is one of the most diverse countries in Europe. It is also rightly famous for chocolate, cheese, watches, banks and neutrality as well as the culture of honest debate and consensus that binds it all together }} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q40|fill=#71b37b|title=[[Austria]]}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q213|fill=#d8d036|title=[[Czech Republic]]}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q183|fill=#c17da7|title=[[Germany]]}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q28|fill=#d09440|title=[[Hungary]]}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q347|fill=#2e9bbb|title=[[Liechtenstein]]}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q36|fill=#4f93c0|title=[[Poland]]}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q214|fill=#8a84a3|title=[[Slovakia]]}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q215|fill=#e25c5c|title=[[Slovenia]]}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|wikidata=Q39|fill=#e0fa92|title=[[Switzerland]]}} ==Cities== [[File:Bratislava Panorama R01.jpg|thumbnail|[[Bratislava]]]] <!-- Please don't change this list without first discussing the issue on the Talk page. --> There are way more cities of interest in Central Europe than would be convenient to list in one article. Below is a list of nine of the most notable: * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Berlin]]|wikidata=Q64}} — divided by force for 45 years during the Cold War, the capital of reunified Germany since 1990, and now an international cultural centre * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bratislava]]|wikidata=Q1780}} — Once known as "Pressburg", this city has seen both Austro-German and Hungarian influences and has thankfully survived the world wars largely unscathed * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Budapest]]|wikidata=Q1781}} — made up of old Buda and Pest on both sides of the Danube, this old Austro-Hungarian co-capital is famous for its thermal baths and was the second city in the world to get a metro * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Geneva]]|wikidata=Q71}} — Switzerland's second city is very much a global city with its location close to the French border and the countless international organisations from CERN to the Red Cross headquartered here * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Ljubljana]]|wikidata=Q437}} — the picturesque Alpine capital of Slovenia and a charming baroque city with stunning architecture and dynamic nightlife * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Munich]]|wikidata=Q1726}} — Bavaria's beautiful capital city, its slogan is 'world city with a heart' (Weltstadt mit Herz), the site of the famous Oktoberfest, Hofbräuhaus, many beer gardens and the gateway to the Alps. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Prague]]|wikidata=Q1085}} — home of Kafka and castles and one of the centres of power of the medieval Holy Roman Empire, as well as seat of the oldest university north of the Alps, Prague today draws countless young tourists for its affordable and tasty beer * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Vienna]]|wikidata=Q1741}} — An erstwhile imperial capital famous for its coffee houses, the arts and culture, this city looks at least two sizes too large for the tiny country it sits in * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Warsaw]]|wikidata=Q270}} — capital of Poland, and one of the EU's thriving new business centres; the old town, nearly completely destroyed during World War II, has been rebuilt in a style inspired by classicist paintings of Canaletto. ==Other destinations== [[File:Fonyód.jpg|thumbnail|View of Lake Balaton]] * {{marker|name=[[Alps]]|wikidata=Q1286}} — probably one of the most important winter destinations in the world, that is home to summer resorts too. * {{marker|name=[[Auschwitz-Birkenau]]|wikidata=Q7341}} — Nazi death camp that was the centre of the Holocaust for European Jews during World War II. * {{marker|name=[[Białowieża National Park]]|wikidata=Q6870388}} — a UNESCO world heritage site, this is the largest remainder of Europe's primeval forest. * {{marker|name=[[Black Forest]]|wikidata=Q4204}} — known for cuckoo clocks and cherry cake, this region also offers stunning landscapes. * {{marker|name=[[Bohemian Paradise]]|wikidata=Q341327}} — unique geographical formations within the oldest protected parkland in the Czech Republic. * {{marker|name=[[Lake Balaton]]|wikidata=Q6383}} — a large but shallow lake that was a favourite with Easterners during the Cold War. * {{marker|name=[[Füssen|Neuschwanstein Castle]]|wikidata=Q262684}} — built by eccentric Bavarian King Ludwig II this castle has been an inspiration for Disney. * {{marker|name=[[High Tatras]]|wikidata=Q690323}} — Europe's smallest high mountain range is slowly being "discovered" as a hiking and skiing destination beyond its immediate vicinity. ==Understand== [[Image:Neuschwanstein wts.jpg|thumb|350px|Castles appearing straight out of fairy tales dot the entire landscape of Central Europe. Pictured here is Schloss Neuschwanstein near [[Füssen]], [[Germany]].]] While ethnically different, the countries of Central Europe share a similar culture and history throughout the ages. Whereas still in 1990, barbed wire and walls and unfriendly border agents would hinder free movement, today frequent rail and bus connections, cheap flights and excellent roads make getting around easier than ever before. But before you plan your "Central Europe in two weeks" trip, do consider the many small towns and beautiful unspoiled nature reserves that would fall by the wayside were you to concentrate on the many top highlights. ===History=== In the Middle Ages, the region was dominated by the [[Holy Roman Empire]], a patchwork of feudal fiefs, city-states and other smaller entities including the [[Hansa]], until it lost much of its power in the [[Thirty Years War]]. The region was dominated by the [[Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth]], the [[Austro-Hungarian Empire]], and later the [[German Empire]]. [[German phrasebook|German]] was the ''lingua franca'' of the region well into the 20th century. While the ethnic mosaic of the region was not a major source of conflict until the 19th century, nationalism and racism made it an increasingly divisive issue ultimately resulting in the horrors of the [[World War II in Europe|Second World War]] and [[Holocaust remembrance|the Holocaust]]. During the [[Cold War Europe|Cold War]] the region was divided between east and west by the figurative Iron Curtain, but since the revolutions around 1990, [[Germany]] has been reunified, most countries in the region have joined the European Union, with Switzerland and Liechtenstein having close ties to the EU. ===Culture=== Economic and cultural gaps remain in the region, even between neighbours – while many Polish people are devout Catholics, Czech people are rarely religious – and within countries such as the federal Germany. In general, the west is wealthier and more cosmopolitan than the east; though since gaining EU membership, some cities of the east, such as Warsaw and Ljubljana, have seen tremendous economic growth. The regions of western [[Ukraine]], [[Transylvania]] (Romania), [[Kaliningrad Oblast]] (Russia), [[Alsace]] and parts of [[Lorraine]] (France), and [[South Tyrol|South Tyrol/Alto-Adige]] (Italy), not covered by this article, are sometimes also considered Central European. This is due either to their current or past ethnic makeup or their previous political histories. Kaliningrad Oblast spent most of its history as a German-speaking region and South Tirol remains a largely German-speaking region in northern Italy maintaining strong cultural ties to Austria. Even though Ukraine is predominantly an Orthodox Christian country, its westernmost part for the centuries was part of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and later passed to Austria-Hungary. ===Climate=== Central Europe has temperate climate with four seasons. The further inland, the greater are temperature differences between summer and winter. Summers have more daylight than winters, with difference increasing further north: in [[Hamburg]], sun sets at 16:00 in December, and 22:00 (DST) in June. ==Talk== Central Europe has much linguistic diversity with a wide spread of the Germanic, Slavic, Uralic and Romance language families. Except the Uralic Hungarian, all are Indo-European. All the endemic languages in their modern form are written with the Latin script, although some of them use diacritics extensively. Finding people who speak and understand '''English''' is not a problem in most regions of Central Europe. Quite a few also of those who don't speak English speak [[German]] and [[Russian]] as second languages. Generally speaking, foreign language proficiency is greater the further west and north you go, and in urban areas in general, while people from wealthier regions tend to have better fluency. With the notable exception of Russian and German, which were more commonly taught before the 1990s, young people will often speak foreign languages better than older people. ===Germanic languages=== [[File:Dackel mit Bierkrug.jpg|thumb|Early 20th century postcard with Swabian German writing; "The beer belongs to my master!"]] [[German phrasebook|German]] has the largest number of native speakers in the region and is the official language for Germany, Austria and Liechtenstein, and is co-official in Switzerland (alongside French, Italian and Romansh). [[Swiss-German phrasebook|Swiss German]] differs from Standard German, but what is taught in Swiss schools is close enough. Low German and Frisian are spoken by some – and used also in some formal contexts – but the speakers are bilingual with Standard German. ===Slavic Languages=== The [[Czech phrasebook|Czech]] and [[Slovak phrasebook|Slovak]] languages are closely related, with the Sorbian language spoken in eastern Germany near the Polish frontier also a close relative. [[Polish phrasebook|Polish]] is the main language of Poland, although the country does host some minority Slavic languages such as Kashubian in Pomerania and Silesian in south-west Poland. [[Slovenian phrasebook|Slovenian]] is the official language of Slovenia, but it is also spoken by the Slovenian minorities in southern Austria, north-eastern Italy and western Hungary. There is also a small [[Croatian]] minority in Austria's Burgenland. While [[Russian phrasebook|Russian]] is not endemic to the region, it was taught in schools east of the Iron Curtain. ===Hungarian=== [[File:Eloszallas Hungary road signs.JPG|thumb|Road signs in Old Hungarian and modern Hungarian (Latin) script]] A Uralic language, [[Hungarian phrasebook|Hungarian]] is an outlier in Central Europe, and considered one of the most difficult languages for English speakers to learn due to its complexity. There are 5 million Hungarian speakers living outside Hungary in regions of neighbouring countries, such as eastern Austria and southern Slovakia, plus in Romania (Transylvania) and northern Serbia. ===Romance languages=== [[French phrasebook|French]] and [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] are spoken by the majority of the population in the western and southern regions of Switzerland respectively, while German is commonly taught as a second language. Similarly, German-speaking Swiss often learn French as a second language. In the Swiss Canton of Graubünden or Grison, Romansh is spoken as a regional language. It is notable for being very close to Latin. Almost all Romansh speakers also speak either Swiss German or Italian. ==Get in== The best entry point to the region depends mostly on your travel plans and itinerary. Prices for flights can vary significantly depending on the airport you fly into, and due to the excellent transportation connections, you have a wide selection available. ===By plane=== [[File:2011-06-14 10-23-56 Austria Niederösterreich Fischamend Markt.jpg|thumbnail|[[VIE|Vienna International Airport]] serves destinations in Austria, Slovakia and Hungary]] {{seealso|Flying in Europe}} By far the busiest and best connected airport in the region is [[Frankfurt Airport]] in [[Hesse]], Germany, which offers connections from all inhabited continents and from most big airports in Europe. [[Zürich]], [[Munich Airport|Munich]] and [[Vienna International Airport|Vienna]] airports also see their share of intercontinental travel with Vienna in particular having a focus on connections to the Middle East. Some of the minor airports may also offer a limited number of direct flights mostly from other parts of Europe, or from North Africa or the Middle East. Seasonal flights to "sunny" destinations like [[Antalya]] or [[Mallorca]] are pretty common even at the most minor airports that otherwise only have feeder flights to one or two hubs. ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in Europe}} [[File:2013-06-08 Highflyer HP L4729.JPG|thumb|350px|Hamburg Hauptbahnhof (Central railway station)]] Central Europe has a dense [[high-speed rail]] network: * InterCityExpress ([[ICE]]) trains offer connections across Germany, but are also run in partnership with the Austrian, French and Dutch railways. * The French TGV connects [[France]] with [[Geneva]], [[Bern]], [[Basel]] and [[Zurich]]. Also there are connections to [[Karlsruhe]], [[Stuttgart]], [[Munich]] and [[Frankfurt]]. * Thalys trains connect [[Cologne]] with [[Brussels]] and [[Paris]] * RailJet connects Vienna with Zürich, Munich and Budapest. The Czech Republic has also acquired some Railjet-trains to connect Prague to the rest of Europe, mostly Austria. * Pendolinos are run in Slovenia and the Czech Republic with connections to neighboring countries. In addition, there are numerous night- and other express and regular trains that connect Central Europe with the rest of continental Europe, and travel as far as [[Istanbul]] or [[Moscow]]. Check the homepage of the [http://www.bahn.de/international/view/en/index.shtml Deutsche Bahn], which has an excellent overview of the European rail system. The long and slow decline of the Central European [[sleeper train]] seems to have been stopped for now, with ÖBB operating the lion's share of them under the [https://www.nightjet.com/en/#/home Nightjet] brand. There are also some night trains run by other railways, mostly east of the former Iron Curtain. Cross-border train tickets are sometimes sold by several different railways under varying prices and conditions, so shop around a bit. ===By car=== The days of long lines at the border are thankfully largely over due to increasing European integration. That said, even 25 years after the end of the Cold War there are still bottlenecks for traffic across the former Iron Curtain. ===By bus=== {{see also|Intercity buses in Europe}} Buses used to be a niche market if that, mostly catering to immigrants from the [[Balkans]] and their descendants. However, since a liberalisation of [[Intercity buses in Germany| the market in Germany]] (and subsequently in France), more and more bus companies offer domestic and international routes throughout and in and out of Central Europe. As a rule of thumb, short hops can be incredibly cheap with prices like {{EUR|5}} not unheard of, but the longer the distance and the later you book, the more expensive it gets. While routes like London–Cologne ''are'' offered, they don't necessarily offer much of a saving compared to a flight or train. ==Get around== [[File:Oberalp 2.JPG|thumbnail|At the top of the Oberalp mountain pass, Central Switzerland]] {{Schengen|name=All the countries of Central Europe are members}} ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in Europe}} Roads are generally in good to excellent condition and the Czech Republic and Poland in particular have been investing a lot in road construction to deal with the pent up demand since 1990 when cars became much more common. That said, there are some issues with congestion, particularly in large cities. Crossing borders with your own car should be no problem whatsoever, but rental car contracts sometimes have limitations, especially for German or Austrian cars to be taken east – those usually don't apply the other way round, so read the fine print carefully before committing to anything. If you plan to visit large cities, you should try working around having a car on the days you'll be there or forego one entirely as cars are more of a headache than a useful tool in cities of roughly 500 000 or more inhabitants. ===By train=== The Czech Republic, Switzerland and Germany are among a handful of countries variously listed as having the densest railway network in km of routes per square km of area – most communities of any size and even many natural attractions are easily reachable by train. Train tickets in Germany and Switzerland can be expensive, but there are discount cards and early bird offers that can be used to reduce the damage. Poland neglected its railway during the later communist era, but has started investing in rail transport again, and train is a good option to reach big cities with reasonable comfort and speed. The [[sleeper train]] network has suffered a lot, but thankfully ÖBB (Austrian national rail carrier) has picked up the baton from DB and now runs [https://www.nightjet.com/en/#/home Nightjet], reasonably modern and comfortable night trains through the region. Booking in advance can net you real bargains, but popular routes and times or last minute booking might mean you'll pay significant amounts of money. ===By bus=== {{see also|Intercity buses in Germany}} The bus did not play a major role in intercity transportation in this area until 2012 when Germany opened its domestic market. Poland and the Czech Republic had fairly deregulated markets prior to that, but with few exceptions those companies never made a major foray into Germany even after the market was opened. Major players include [http://www.flixbus.com Flixbus] and [http://www.student-agency.com Student Agency]{{Dead link|date=May 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By plane=== Domestic flights are mostly aimed at business travellers and due to the excellent railway network, they can be sparse or non-existent on some routes. In general they are hardly good value in terms of money and not always a major time-saver either. That said, bargains can still be had on some routes and for larger distances, flying might save you a day in transit. ==See== [[File:Prague 07-2016 View from Petrinska Tower img2.jpg|thumbnail|Prague]] [[File:Inside Hofburg.JPG|thumbnail|Inside Hofburg, Vienna]] Though the World Wars destroyed countless buildings, Central Europe still has a wide range of [[architecture]] including [[castles]], cathedrals and [[old towns]] such as [[Rothenburg ob der Tauber]] and [[Salzburg]]. Some cities with several iconic buildings and districts: * Berlin (famous for the '''Reichstag''' Dome in the district of [[Berlin/Mitte#Spreebogen_.2F_Regierungsviertel|Mitte]] <!--but for the love of god don't climb it dressed as spiderman to make a point-->) * Frankfurt * Munich (famous for the Olympic Park, the BMW museum and the colourful central pedestrian zone) * Stroll [[Warsaw]]'s old town and old Jewish Ghetto, and take a glance at the Soviet inspired '''Palace of Culture and Science'' * Visit [[Nuremberg]] for a castle, a charming medieval old town, one of the best known [[Christmas Markets]] in the world or the chilling history of the Nazi rallies at ''Dokumentationszentrum Reichsparteitagsgelände'' – the former Nazi party rallying grounds, now a superb museum * Tour the historic old town and castle of [[Kraków]], and visit the Soviet worker's suburb of [[Kraków/Nowa Huta|Nowa Huta]] * Tour the Old Town of [[Dresden]] and see the reconstructed "Frauenkirche" a symbol of peace and reconciliation * Stroll through historic [[Vienna]] and visit the '''Prater''' district * Go up '''Castle Hill''' and admire the view of the river and city in [[Budapest]] * Visit the world's largest castle complex and tour the old and new towns of [[Prague]] * Visit the historic and elegant port city of [[Gdansk]] and it surrounding Baltic resorts Historic destinations include everything from sites of [[Prehistoric Europe]] such as [[Neanderthal]] and remnants of the [[Roman Empire]] to the horrors of the World Wars (see [[World War I]] and [[World War II in Europe]]). Hitler's infamous Eagle's Nest in [[Berchtesgaden]] in the Bavarian Alps has a good museum on the Nazi Crimes. [[Holocaust remembrance]] is an important theme with Nazi concentration camps and memorials such as [[Auschwitz]], Bergen-Belsen, Dachau or Treblinka. Central Europe has been important for [[European classical music]], with [[Vienna]] as the centre for the classicist period, and [[Bayreuth]] home to the Wagner festival. [[Salzburg]] is the hometown of Mozart, as well as the von Trapp family, which inspired ''The [[Sound of Music]]'' (which is however not that popular in Austria itself). The region also has a legacy of folk and popular music. ===Itineraries=== * The Elbe Radweg follows the eponymous river for most of its course from the [[Czech Republic]] to the North Sea near Cuxhaven – popular with expert and novice bikers alike as the route is mostly flat and well maintained. * The [[Grand Tour]] was the origin of the term "tourist", an educational journey across the continent ==Do== [[File:Train on the Jungfrau.jpg|thumbnail|Jungfraubahn in the winter]] * Cruise the river [[Rhine]] and enjoy the world-famous wine * Ride the post-modern monorail in [[Wuppertal]] * Float down the river with the locals in the Swiss capital of [[Bern]] * Ride a cable car up to [[Gimmelwald]], eat at the Piz Gloria restaurant, go out on the '''Jungfrau''' glacier, see a churning waterfall, or hike one of the countless Swiss mountain ridges While highly populated and industrialized, Central Europe still has impressive natural scenery. The [[Alps]] are the dominant mountain range, and the birthplace of [[alpine sports]]. Lake Constance is shared between Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Among other mountainous areas are the "[[Saxon Switzerland|Saxon]] and [[Bohemian Switzerland|Bohemian]] Switzerland" south of [[Dresden]] along the Elbe/Labe, and the [[Carpathians]]. All countries have deep forests, including Germany's [[Black Forest]] and Poland's [[Białowieża National Park]], where [[Eurasian wildlife]] can be seen. The Hungarian ''puszta'' is an unusual stretch of grassland; see [[National parks in Hungary]]. The North and Baltic Sea coasts have great [[beaches]] for [[water sports]] at summer, with resort islands such as [[Heligoland]], [[Sylt]], and [[Rügen]]. [[Spas]] such as [[Karlovy Vary]] (Carlsbad) in Bohemia have a legacy of both health and pleasure. In Hungary they have a Turkish flair. The main [[spectator sport]] in most countries is football. Germany's men's and women's national teams are among the world's highest ranked, and the ''Bundesliga'' is one of Europe's major series: see [[association football in Europe]]. Motor, equestrian, track and field, and alpine sports also draw crowds. === Events === * Jazz fans will enjoy two big jazz festivals in Poland: ** "Jazz nad Odrą" in [[Wroclaw]] ** "Jazz Jamboree" in [[Warsaw]] *Germany: **Dixieland Festival [[Dresden]] **Oktoberfest [[Munich]] ==Eat== [[File:Hungarian Goulash Recipe.png|thumb|Hungarian goulash (gulyás), accompanied by pasta and parsley]] While Central Europe spans different nationalities and climates, some culinary traditions can be found all across the region. Overall, Central European cuisines tend to be simple and hearty, with an emphasis on [[meat]] and starch, a diet which helped people survive the harsh winters in the olden days. Poland, Germany and Austria are rightly famous for their various types of sausages, and it would take a generous academic grant and a lot of time to sample them all. In the [[Alps]], the cuisine has taken a lot of inspiration from high mountain cattle farming and is thus heavy in savory cheese or durable dry ingredients like ''muesli'' (or ''müsli'' outside of Switzerland). The ''haute cuisine'' of [[French cuisine|France]] and staples of [[Italian cuisine|Italian food]] have made a big impact on Central European cuisine (not least in Austria) as have the culinary traditions of immigrants from [[Turkey]], the Balkans or (South) East Asia, and restaurants serving such cuisines exist at varying price, quality and authenticity in almost all major cities in the region. The North European Plain has a temperate climate, allowing for rich grain harvests and dairy farming. Fruits and vegetables have traditionally been fewer than south of the Alps, and have traditionally been dried or pickled for preservation. The [[Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth]] dominated the region during the early modern era and was over time displaced by the [[Austro-Hungarian Empire]]. While the potato was introduced in the 17th century for its flowers, it took some centuries to become the most important staple crop. [[Judaism|Ashkenazi Jews]] used to be a significant minority in Central Europe. Most of them emigrated to the Americas and Israel in the 19th or 20th century, or perished in [[Holocaust remembrance|the Holocaust]]. Dishes such as bagels and ''gefilte fish'' originate from Central Europe. The region was divided during the [[Cold War Europe|Cold War]]. While the west got an influx of imported food and foreign cuisines, the eastern countries depended on domestic ingredients, many of which were rationed. The abundance of tropical fruits such as bananas in West Germany, compared to the scarcity in the East, was one of the most visible differences between the countries. With the fall of the Iron Curtain and the expansion of the [[European Union]], most of the world's foodstuffs are available across the region, and [[legacy food markets]] are an attraction in their own right. * [[German cuisine]] has local varieties such as [[Bavarian cuisine|Bavarian]] and [[Franconian cuisine]]. Germany might be among the most cosmopolitan countries in Central Europe, with a high presence of foreign cuisines, particularly Turkish and Italian. * [[Switzerland]] combines German, French and Italian flavours. It is famous for its [[cheese]], with ''fondue'' as its national dish. * [[Austria]] is known for high-end cuisine from the [[Austro-Hungarian Empire]] with great pastries and confections such as the ''Sachertorte''. * [[Liechtenstein]] has a cuisine similar to Switzerland and Austria. * [[Poland]] is famous for its ''kluski'' (unfilled boiled dumplings) and ''pierogi'' (fried filled dumplings). * The [[Czech Republic]] stands out for sweetened main courses. Dumplings known as ''knedlíky'', made of bread or potato, are a common accompaniment to Czech dishes. It is the world leader in beer consumption per capita, as the home of Pilsner beer from [[Plzen]] beer and famous lagers including Budvar from [[České Budějovice]]. * [[Slovakia]] has a cuisine typical of the region with ''halušky'', a potato dumpling, as an iconic dish, and sheep milk products. * [[Hungary]] has the spiciest food in the region, with ''paprika'' as an omnipresent seasoning. Its Austro-Hungarian heritage is evident in its coffeehouses and rich pastries. * [[Slovenia]] is the crossroads of the three major European cultures, with flavours of Austria, the Balkans and Italy. ===Dishes=== [[File:Dülmen, Bürgerfest 2013 -- 2013 -- 3139.jpg|thumb|Bratwürste grilling at a German festival]] Most meals are based on [[meat]], with pork being most common. There is a rising [[vegetarian]]/vegan community, especially in the western and more cosmopolitan cities. Lamb, mutton and game are common in mountain regions. '''Sausages''' are common across Central Europe. '''Schnitzel''' is a meat dish with varieties around the region. Dairy products such as [[cheese]] are common, made from cow, sheep and goat milk. [[Seafood]] is common in the coastal waters of Germany and Poland, with freshwater fish appearing inland. [[Bread]] of different cereals is a staple in Central Europe, and served as part of most meals. Pastries and cakes such as the ''Strudel'' are common. '''Potatoes''' are the most common staple beside bread; they are boiled, fried, mashed or used as potato flour. '''Dumplings''' are based on flour or potatoes, filled or unfilled, boiled or fried. [[Fruits and vegetables]] are traditionally fewer and more savoury than in southern Europe. They are usually pickled, and occasionally fermented, such as in ''sauerkraut''. Hungary makes great cucumber salad (''uborkasaláta''). ==Drink== [[File:Vagues humaines (8274661671).jpg|thumbnail|Munich's yearly Oktoberfest is a must for beer friends]] While [[wine]] is made in Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Hungary is the region's best known wine country. '''Tokaji''' is a famous wine region in Hungary and Slovakia, known for sweet wines. * '''[[Beer]]''' – The golden beer drunk throughout the world was developed in this region, and arguably it is here that it is still at its best. The [[Czech Republic]] has a grand brewing heritage and [[Pilsen]] is the place where the technique was pioneered, creating the Pilsner style that is reproduced around the world. The low cost of beer in the Czech Republic makes it easy to get a taste of many of the fabulous beers, from the well-known Pilsner Urquell, Budvar (Budweiser) and Staropramen, to local favourites such as Kozel, Bernard and Gambrinus. Many have a few different varieties and a Cerny Pivo (Black Beer) these can be as good if not better than the standard beer. [[Slovakia]] has many beers of high quality with Zlaty Bazant being highly regarded. [[Hungary]], [[Poland]], and [[Slovenia]] all have very good national examples sometimes on a par with those from the Czech lands. [[Germany]], [[Austria]] and [[Switzerland]] have a similar brewing heritage, but can throw in several different types of beer. Weissbier, (Wheat Beer) is a refreshing style popular in summer but drunk year round. There are a huge amount of varieties and local specialties are nearly always worth seeking out. Generally, the further north one travels in Germany, the more bitter or hoppy the beer becomes adding to the north-south cultural divide. [[Bavaria]], "the Holy Grail of Brewing", located in southern Germany, has over 600 breweries alone and even more accompanying beers to sample! * '''[[Wine]]''' – The region produces a wide range of wines from superb world famous regions, down to inexpensive local plonk. Possibly the finest region in the area is the [[Tokaj-Hegyalja]] region shared between [[Hungary]] and [[Slovakia]] that is world-renowned for its sweet dessert wines as well as more standard whites. Germany has several wine regions; the [[Rhine]] and Moselle Valleys are well known for their fragrant white wines. Saxony in the east is home to a small wine-growing region on the riverbanks of the Elbe. Austria and Switzerland also produce some very high quality products. In the other countries like Slovenia, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic, local wines can throw up some very good varieties and it is always worth investigating local produce. * Each country has a range of '''[[distilled beverages]]'''. Plain and seasoned '''vodka''' is popular in the Slavic countries. ''Pálinka'', brandy often made from apricots, and ''slivovitz'', a plum liquor or liqueur, are also popular. The quality of Polish vodka is among the best in the world. The high quality product can be very different to the industrial stuff you may buy in your local shop and is well worth a try. Zubrowka is a variety of vodka flavoured with a cinnamon-like grass and is delicious when combined with apple juice. Some claim it to be so good it produces no hangover, but you might not want to test that. ===Nightlife=== [[Berlin]] has a famous avant-garde [[nightlife]] scene known for electronic music, LGBT clubs and concerts. [[Prague]], [[Munich]] and [[Budapest]] are also known for nightlife. ==Stay safe== The western part of this region is probably one of the safest in the world with violent [[crime]] being rare in Germany, Poland, Austria, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. While the situation in some parts of countries that used to be east of the iron curtain is by no means bad, certain neighbourhood in the bigger cities do have the typical big-city issues and also some crime arising from it. As in most of Europe, [[pickpocketing]] is a main risk factor for visitors. Unfortunately, racism is an issue to varying degrees in all of these countries, might it be harsher against immigrants, than tourists and business travellers. Antiziganism (hatred towards and discrimination against Sinti and Roma "gypsies") is particularly common in parts of the area with large Sinti and Roma populations but can be found in most of Central Europe to saddening degrees. Political rallies by extremist groups can get violent, as can bigger left-wing counter-demonstrations. Natural forces in Central Europe are rarely dangerous. Winter comes with [[cold weather]] and associated risks (see [[snow safety]] and [[ice safety]]), in particular in the Alps and other highlands. At summer, [[pests]] such as wasps, mosquitoes and ticks can be a nuisance. ==Respect== Despite the tendency by many around the world to refer to all countries formerly behind the Iron Curtain as "Eastern Europe", inhabitants of Central Europe will be much more happy if you describe their countries as "Central European" both geographically and culturally. Remember that Austrians, Liechtensteiners and most Swiss and Luxembourgers ''speak'' German but are not German! Czech, Polish and Slovakian are related to Russian, but inhabitants of these countries will not take kindly to assumptions of cultural overlap. Lastly, keep in mind that the Czech Republic and Slovakia once shared a country as well and Slovaks in general are very proud of their newfound independence, which will show especially if there is an opportunity to beat the Czech at soccer or ice hockey. Performing a Nazi salute is a criminal offence in Germany, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The penalty is typically a fine; however, in Germany and Austria, any person caught performing a Nazi salute can be imprisoned too. In Switzerland, use of the salute is not a criminal offence in itself, but doing so for the purpose of actively promoting Nazi ideology is considered to constitute hate speech, which is. Displaying the Swastika is also a criminal offence, though in Germany, exceptions are made for religious Swastikas. ==Go next== {{isPartOf|Europe}} {{outlineregion}} {{geo|50.2|13.7|zoom=6}} a3j427q3i59rmymxhuxs3ck5pz0vuqp 0 6684 5328514 5064890 2026-08-14T20:19:22Z Aventuristo 2227055 /* Connect */ Updated URL for Chagrin Falls Public Library. 5328514 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Chagrin Falls (Wikivoyage).jpg}} '''[http://www.chagrin-falls.org Chagrin Falls]''' is a city in [[Cuyahoga County]], [[Ohio]]. [[File:OHMap-doton-Chagrin Falls.png|300px|right|Chagrin Falls on the Ohio state map]] ==Get in== {{Mapframe|zoom=auto}}{{mapshape}} ===By car=== Chagrin Falls is east of I480, I271, and north of US422. ==Get around== ==See== [[File:Just below Chagrin Falls.jpg|thumb|right|Chagrin Falls waterfall]] * {{see | name=Chargrin Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=41.43167 | long=-81.39148 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-11-30 | content=A waterfall in downtown Chagrin Falls. }} * {{see | name=Chagrin Valley Little Theatre | alt= | url=http://www.cvlt.org | email=cvlt@cvlt.org | address=40 River St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 440 247-8955 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=ASM Headquarters and Geodesic Dome | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=41.46 | long=-81.298889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=ASM Headquarters and Geodesic Dome | image=Russell Township-ASM Headquarters & Geodesic Dome (OHPTC) (5912348229).jpg | wikidata=Q4654294 | lastedit=2018-11-30 | content= }} ==Do== * {{do | name=South Russell Village Park | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Lots of open space to use for a myriad of activities. }} * {{do | name=Whitesburg Nature Preserve | alt= | url=https://www.chagrin-falls.org/Facilities/Facility/Details/Village-Park-Whitesburg-Nature-Preserve-15 | email= | address= | lat=41.4401 | long=-81.3796 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-05-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Chagrin Valley Little Theatre | alt=CVLT | url=https://cvlt.org/ | email=cvlt@cvlt.org | address=40 River St | lat=41.43143 | long=-81.39374 | directions= | phone=+1 440-247-8955 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-11 | content= }} ==Buy== Downtown Chagrin Falls boasts plenty of one of a kind boutiques and shops without the bustle of a city. Jewelry, clothing and shoes define the theme to many of the shops. For winter gear, head to Geiger's. ==Eat== [[File:Chagrin Falls Popcorn Shop.jpg|thumb|A shop in Chagrin Falls.]] *{{eat | name=Yours Truly | alt= | url=http://www.ytr.com | email= | address=30 North Main St. | lat=41.43059 | long=-81.39131 | directions= | phone=+1 440 247-3232 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A popular place for breakfast and lunch. Be prepared to wait 5-10 minutes on the weekends for a table. }} *{{eat | name=Augie's Pizza | alt= | url=http://www.augiescatering.com/ | email= | address=5210 Chillicothe Rd., South Russell | lat= | long= | directions=corner of Rte. 306 & Bell | phone=+1 440 338-1112 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Su noon-9PM, M-Th 11AM-9PM, F 11AM-10PM, Sa noon-10PM | price= | content=Augie's Pizza is a family-run Italian restaurant. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Inn of Chagrin Falls | url=https://www.innofchagrin.com | email= | address=87 West St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 440 247-1200 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Cozy unique rooms located only a block away from the center of town. }} *{{sleep | name=The Hillbrook Inn | url=http://www.clubhillbrook.com/ | email= | address=14800 Hillbrook Dr. | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 440 247-4940 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=A quaint bed and breakfast nestled in the woods by a picturesque river, Hillbrook also serves as a club. The Tudor mansion transports patrons back in time to 16th-century England and its character adds a touch of elegance to any trip. The Inn is very quiet and has very good food. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Chagrin Falls Public Library | alt= | url=https://cuyahogalibrary.org/branches/chagrin-falls | email= | address=100 E Orange St | lat=41.43329 | long=-81.38915 | directions= | phone=+1 440-247-3556 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content= }} ==Go next== * [[Cleveland]] * [[Kent_(Ohio)|Kent]] {{geo|41.431111|-81.388611}} {{IsPartOf|Cuyahoga County}} {{usablecity}} ixe6jnk9db81sf6unsd1zq9fecpkyd8 0 6721 5328356 5328181 2026-08-14T15:47:41Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328356 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Chamba banner.jpg}} '''Chamba''' is a town in the [[Chamba (district)|Chamba district]] of the [[India]]n state of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. == Understand == Chamba is a hill town perched at an altitude of 1,676m above sea level in the Ravi River valley. There are temples all around town and up on the hillocks. The Chowgan is the most important part of the town with lush green grass. In 920, Raja Sahil Varman (or Raja Sahila Verma), King of Bharmour, shifted his capital here at the urging of his daughter Champavati. The town was named Champa, after Champavati, and over the years became 'Chamba'. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|32.553046|76.126459|zoom=14|layer=M}} The [http://hrtchp.com/hrtc_info/ Himachal Road Transport Corporation] operates long distance services throughout the state and from locations in the neighboring states, [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Delhi]]. {{listing | name= Bus stand| alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= 32.552946| long= 76.125708| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=South of the town center. }} The nearest railway station is at [[Pathankot]], 120 km away. ==Get around== Chamba town is not big so walking around the town is the best option. ==See== [[File:Laxminarayan temple of Chamba.jpg|thumb|Laxmi Narayan temple]] === Temples === * {{see | name=Bansi Gopal Temple | url= | email= | address=near Chamba palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Shikhara style. }} * {{see | name=Champavati Temple | url= | email= | address=behind the Treasury building and city police station | lat=32.555944 | long=76.124937 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The temple is named after Champavati, daughter of King Sahil Verman, who built it in her memory. It is said that Champavati influenced her father to set up Chamba city at the present location. Champavati is now venerated as a goddess. This temple is constructed in Shikara style, with wheel roof and stone curving. It is almost as big as the Laxmi Narayan Temple. }} * {{see | name=Chamunda Devi Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.552922 | long=76.129326 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Chamunda Devi Temple 30.JPG | content=This temple is dedicated to the goddess Chamunda in her terrific form. This temple is of a later class and is made in hill type architecture. }} * {{see | name=Hari Rai Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=near Chaugan gate | lat=32.5557 | long=76.1227 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Vishnu temple }} * {{see | name=Laxmi Narayan Temple | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.557880| long=76.124283 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Chamba's main temple, built in the 10th century by King Sahil Verman in Shikara style. It continued to be embellished by the Rajas who succeeded to the throne of Chamba. }} * {{see | name=Sitaram Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.555865 | long=76.126178 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=Sui Mata Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.557612 | long=76.128527 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=Vijeshwari Temple | url= | email= | address=at the end of Jansali Bazar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Almost 1000 years old and dedicated to Goddess of lightning, Vajreshwar Devi. Architecture of the temple is in Shikhara style. }} ===Other=== * {{see | name=Akhand Chandi Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.556965 | long=76.125302 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Akhand_Chandi_Palace.jpg | content=The Palace of the Raja of Chamba, Sahil Verman. It has been turned into the Government College. }} * {{see | name=Bhuri Singh Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.558268 | long=76.121718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-M 10AM-5PM | price=₹10 | image=Chamba4.jpg | content=Has antique items on display. }} * {{see | name=Kalatop Khajjiar Wildlife Sanctuary | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.552923 | long=76.017430 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of the most beautiful sanctuaries in Himachal Pradesh. It's perfect for photographing nature. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.555994 | long=76.127293 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Also houses a small post office, has a hosiery where hosiery items along with Chamba Rumal, which has an image of a finely embroidered miniature painting on it, can be bought. }} ==Do== [[File:Chamba mountains.jpg|thumb|right|320px|Panorama of the upper part of the town and mountains surrounding it]] *'''Minjar Mela'''. A seven-day festival held in July-August. People from nearby villages come to attend a thanksgiving ceremony to Varuna, god of rain, for the blessing of the harvest. ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Market | url= | email= | address=in the middle of town | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 9AM-8PM | price= | content=Small market with over 200 shops built around parks of different size and a newly built complex by the museum. }} ==Eat== There is a considerable Tibetan population in the region so Tibetan noodles, soups and dumplings are available in town, primarily opposite the post office building. Chamba has several restaurants. * {{eat | name=Cafe Ravi View | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chowgan | lat=32.554060 | long=76.124136 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Indian and Chinese food }} * {{eat | name=City Heart | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Crystal | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Iravati | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Drink== Chamba town has a few outlets (shops and bars) where you can buy cheap liquor. Beer is generally served at Cafe Ravi View after 8PM. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== There are several cheap lodges in town: * {{sleep | name=Chamba Guest House | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Jimmy's Inn | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Mahajan Guest House | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Aroma Palace | alt= | url=http://www.hotelaromapalacechamba.com/ | email=hotelaromapalacehp@yahoo.com | address=near Pink Palace, Court Lane | lat=32.555734 | long=76.125383 | directions= | phone=+91 94180 22098 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Restaurant, conference hall and terrace lounge with panoramic view of Chamba Town. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel City Heart | url=http://www.hotelcityheartchamba.com/ | email= | address= | lat=32.556169 | long=76.124665 | directions=near Champavati Temple | phone=+91 189 922 5930 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Over ₹1000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Privately owned hotel providing good accommodation. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Hritik Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Privately owned hotel providing good accommodation. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Iravati | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.553857 | long=76.125817 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹500-₹1200 | content=Run by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC). Has cheap and good accommodation with friendly staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Himalayan Orchard Huts | alt= | url=https://www.orchardhuts.com/ | email=orchardhut@hotmail.com | address=Village Chadiyara | lat=32.590665 | long=76.176667 | directions= | phone=+91 9418020401 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=A family-run guest house 10 km north of Chamba, providing trekking services, cookery courses and eco-tourism. }} ==Go next== * [[Bharmour]] * [[Dalhousie (India)|Dalhousie]] &mdash; popular hill station, very fascinating, with beautiful colonial architecture * [[Khajjiar]] &mdash; popular hill station, a favourite destinations for Bollywood, as many filmmakers come to shoot sequences for their movies * [[Saho]] {{outlinecity}} {{IsPartOf|Chamba (district)}} {{geo|32.553046|76.126459}} 54bkkd863wvf77nq2343sy7zo5yfumj 5328357 5328356 2026-08-14T15:48:56Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328357 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Chamba h.jpg}} '''Chamba''' is a town in the [[Chamba (district)|Chamba district]] of the [[India]]n state of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. == Understand == Chamba is a hill town perched at an altitude of 1,676m above sea level in the Ravi River valley. There are temples all around town and up on the hillocks. The Chowgan is the most important part of the town with lush green grass. In 920, Raja Sahil Varman (or Raja Sahila Verma), King of Bharmour, shifted his capital here at the urging of his daughter Champavati. The town was named Champa, after Champavati, and over the years became 'Chamba'. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|32.553046|76.126459|zoom=14|layer=M}} The [http://hrtchp.com/hrtc_info/ Himachal Road Transport Corporation] operates long distance services throughout the state and from locations in the neighboring states, [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Delhi]]. {{listing | name= Bus stand| alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= 32.552946| long= 76.125708| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=South of the town center. }} The nearest railway station is at [[Pathankot]], 120 km away. ==Get around== Chamba town is not big so walking around the town is the best option. ==See== [[File:Laxminarayan temple of Chamba.jpg|thumb|Laxmi Narayan temple]] === Temples === * {{see | name=Bansi Gopal Temple | url= | email= | address=near Chamba palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Shikhara style. }} * {{see | name=Champavati Temple | url= | email= | address=behind the Treasury building and city police station | lat=32.555944 | long=76.124937 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The temple is named after Champavati, daughter of King Sahil Verman, who built it in her memory. It is said that Champavati influenced her father to set up Chamba city at the present location. Champavati is now venerated as a goddess. This temple is constructed in Shikara style, with wheel roof and stone curving. It is almost as big as the Laxmi Narayan Temple. }} * {{see | name=Chamunda Devi Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.552922 | long=76.129326 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Chamunda Devi Temple 30.JPG | content=This temple is dedicated to the goddess Chamunda in her terrific form. This temple is of a later class and is made in hill type architecture. }} * {{see | name=Hari Rai Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=near Chaugan gate | lat=32.5557 | long=76.1227 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Vishnu temple }} * {{see | name=Laxmi Narayan Temple | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.557880| long=76.124283 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Chamba's main temple, built in the 10th century by King Sahil Verman in Shikara style. It continued to be embellished by the Rajas who succeeded to the throne of Chamba. }} * {{see | name=Sitaram Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.555865 | long=76.126178 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=Sui Mata Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.557612 | long=76.128527 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=Vijeshwari Temple | url= | email= | address=at the end of Jansali Bazar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Almost 1000 years old and dedicated to Goddess of lightning, Vajreshwar Devi. Architecture of the temple is in Shikhara style. }} ===Other=== * {{see | name=Akhand Chandi Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.556965 | long=76.125302 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Akhand_Chandi_Palace.jpg | content=The Palace of the Raja of Chamba, Sahil Verman. It has been turned into the Government College. }} * {{see | name=Bhuri Singh Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.558268 | long=76.121718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-M 10AM-5PM | price=₹10 | image=Chamba4.jpg | content=Has antique items on display. }} * {{see | name=Kalatop Khajjiar Wildlife Sanctuary | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.552923 | long=76.017430 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of the most beautiful sanctuaries in Himachal Pradesh. It's perfect for photographing nature. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.555994 | long=76.127293 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Also houses a small post office, has a hosiery where hosiery items along with Chamba Rumal, which has an image of a finely embroidered miniature painting on it, can be bought. }} ==Do== [[File:Chamba mountains.jpg|thumb|right|320px|Panorama of the upper part of the town and mountains surrounding it]] *'''Minjar Mela'''. A seven-day festival held in July-August. People from nearby villages come to attend a thanksgiving ceremony to Varuna, god of rain, for the blessing of the harvest. ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Market | url= | email= | address=in the middle of town | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 9AM-8PM | price= | content=Small market with over 200 shops built around parks of different size and a newly built complex by the museum. }} ==Eat== There is a considerable Tibetan population in the region so Tibetan noodles, soups and dumplings are available in town, primarily opposite the post office building. Chamba has several restaurants. * {{eat | name=Cafe Ravi View | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chowgan | lat=32.554060 | long=76.124136 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Indian and Chinese food }} * {{eat | name=City Heart | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Crystal | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Iravati | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Drink== Chamba town has a few outlets (shops and bars) where you can buy cheap liquor. Beer is generally served at Cafe Ravi View after 8PM. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== There are several cheap lodges in town: * {{sleep | name=Chamba Guest House | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Jimmy's Inn | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Mahajan Guest House | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Aroma Palace | alt= | url=http://www.hotelaromapalacechamba.com/ | email=hotelaromapalacehp@yahoo.com | address=near Pink Palace, Court Lane | lat=32.555734 | long=76.125383 | directions= | phone=+91 94180 22098 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Restaurant, conference hall and terrace lounge with panoramic view of Chamba Town. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel City Heart | url=http://www.hotelcityheartchamba.com/ | email= | address= | lat=32.556169 | long=76.124665 | directions=near Champavati Temple | phone=+91 189 922 5930 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Over ₹1000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Privately owned hotel providing good accommodation. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Hritik Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Privately owned hotel providing good accommodation. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Iravati | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=32.553857 | long=76.125817 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹500-₹1200 | content=Run by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC). Has cheap and good accommodation with friendly staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Himalayan Orchard Huts | alt= | url=https://www.orchardhuts.com/ | email=orchardhut@hotmail.com | address=Village Chadiyara | lat=32.590665 | long=76.176667 | directions= | phone=+91 9418020401 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=A family-run guest house 10 km north of Chamba, providing trekking services, cookery courses and eco-tourism. }} ==Go next== * [[Bharmour]] * [[Dalhousie (India)|Dalhousie]] &mdash; popular hill station, very fascinating, with beautiful colonial architecture * [[Khajjiar]] &mdash; popular hill station, a favourite destinations for Bollywood, as many filmmakers come to shoot sequences for their movies * [[Saho]] {{outlinecity}} {{IsPartOf|Chamba (district)}} {{geo|32.553046|76.126459}} pyls1mernnj1s5z6yey2xnajy91rdxo 0 7091 5328383 5324047 2026-08-14T16:21:31Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* Nature */ - La Encrucijada 5328383 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg|caption=Laguna Miramar}} '''Chiapas''' is a state in [[Yucatán and the South|southern Mexico]]. It is a large state with remote archaeological sites deep in the jungle, national parks with sparkling mountain lakes, deep canyons, and spectacular waterfalls. It is cultural gem, with many Mayan communities preserving ancient traditions. Chiapas is about as far south as you can get in Mexico. It borders [[Guatemala]] on the southeast, the Pacific on the southwest, and the states of Oaxaca, Veracruz, and Tabasco from west to northeast. [[Image:Chiapas.jpg|thumb|right|240px|A typical roadside scene in Chiapas]] ==Cities== {{mapframe|16.620|-92.450|zoom=7}} {{mapshape}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Tuxtla Gutiérrez]]|lat=16.752778|long=-93.116667|wikidata=Q207429}} — the state capital: a large, urban area that is home to one of the world's great zoos *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Boca del Cielo]]|lat=15.85|long=-93.666667}} — a nice fishing village on the Pacific coast of the state *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Catazajá]]|lat=17.733|long=-92.016}} — a small, sleepy village close to [[Palenque]] *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Chiapa de Corzo]]|lat=16.706944|long=-93.013889}} — the oldest Spanish city in Chiapas, starting point for Sumidero Canyon boat trips *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Comitán]]|lat=16.25|long=-92.133333|wikidata=Q1961680}} — surprisingly sophisticated, a popular weekend destination *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Ocozocoautla]]|lat=16.76|long=-93.38|wikidata=Q27768283}} — small town near forests, mountains, caves and other natural attractions *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Ocosingo]]|lat=16.906667|long=-92.093889|wikidata=Q53543}} — gateway to the Mayan ruins of [[Toniná]] *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Reforma Agraria]]|lat=16.254826|long=-90.8598|wikidata= }} – rural town on the edge of the [[Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve]]. Famous for the ecotourism center of Las guacamayas - a preservation centre of the Scarlet Macaw. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Cristóbal de las Casas]]|lat=16.736667|long=-92.638333|wikidata=Q524894}} — a beautiful traditional Mayan city, lots of handicrafts, small ex-pat community *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Juan Chamula]]|lat=16.783333|long=-92.683333|wikidata=Q1061542}} — Tsotsil indigenous village *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Tapachula]]|lat=14.9|long=-92.266667|wikidata=Q988225}} — Mexico's main border city with [[Guatemala]] on the Pacific coast area ==Other destinations== ===Nature=== [[Image:CanonDelSumidero.jpg|thumb|right|240px|The entrance to Cañón del Sumidero]] *{{marker|type=vicinity|name='''Cascadas de Agua Azul'''|lat=17.255704|long=-92.115951|wikidata=Q577886}} — a series of waterfalls on the Xanil River *{{marker|type=vicinity|name='''Misol-Há'''|lat=17.390772|long=-91.998482|wikidata=Q1938854}} — a single waterfall of 35 m in height that falls into a single, almost circular, pool amidst tropical vegetation *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Cañón del Sumidero]]|lat=16.831667|long=-93.093889|wikidata=Q775138}} — canyon and reservoir (includes Christmas Tree Falls) *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[El Castaño]]|lat=|long=|wikidata=Q20212320}} — Ecotourism in the heart of the tallest mangroves in North America *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve]]|lat=16.343|long=-91.784|wikidata=Q108907325}} — protected natural area of mountainous cloud forests near the Pacific coast *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[La Encrucijada Biosphere Reserve]]|lat=15.05|long=-92.70|wikidata=Q3032549}} — tallest mangroves in North America in a wetlands area with two large lagoons, 11 rivers, and countless channels weaving between aquatic grasses, trees, and islands *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Laguna Miramar]]|lat=16.369444|long=-92.108333|wikidata=Q14221876}} — the largest lake in the Lacandon Jungle at 40 km in diameter *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Lagunas de Montebello National Park]]|lat=16.101638|long=-91.676936}} — a national park with 59 multi-colored lakes in a pine forest and two Maya ruins *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve]]|wikidata=Q24307528}} — protected natural area in the Lacandon Jungle with 500 species of tree and nearly 400 species of bird *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Naha-Metzabok Biosphere Reserve]]|wikidata=Q22680931}} — protected natural area in the Lacandon Jungle with 24 lakes and Lacandon Maya cultural sites *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Selva el Ocote Biosphere Reserve]]|wikidata=Q22673914}} — sprawling natural area with dense jungles in the mountains near Tuxtla Gutierrez *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Volcan El Chichón]]|lat=17.37|long=-93.23|wikidata=Q841189}} — active [[Volcanoes|volcano]] that was presumed dormant until violently erupting three times within a few weeks in 1982, destroying 9 villages and killing 1,900 people *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Volcán Tacaná]]|lat=15.13|long=-92.11|wikidata=Q1752870}} — active volcano on the border between [[Mexico]] and [[Guatemala]], a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve ===Archaeological sites=== Chiapas is part of the historic territory of the [[Maya civilization]] with more than 1,000 known sites in the state. Some of the largest, most famous, and most accessible to travelers are: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Bonampak]]|lat=16.704|long=-91.065|wikidata=Q605455}} — well known for its murals and Maya ruins *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Izapa]]|lat=14.923|long=-92.180|wikidata=Q2334607}} — oldest, and one of the largest of the Mayan cities *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Palenque]]|lat=17.483978|long=-92.046328|wikidata=Q181427}} — ruins that have some of the finest sculpture, architecture, roof combs, and bas-relief carvings of the Mayan era *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Toniná]]|lat=16.90060|long=-92.00960|wikidata=Q1042074}} — Maya ruins with temple-pyramids set on terraces rising {{m|71}} above a plaza, a large ballgame court, and over 100 carved monuments *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Yaxchilan|Yaxchilán]]|lat=16.9|long=-90.966667|wikidata=Q662263}} — Maya ruins known for its well-preserved sculptured stone lintels set above the doorways of the main structures Independent travelers who don't need tours and are comfortable going "off the beaten path" via second-class buses or local taxis might want to explore some of the lesser-known Maya archaelogical sites in Chiapas. These include '''Tenam Puente''', '''Chinkultic''', and '''Sak Tz’i'''. * '''Tenam Puente''' is a large site with some big pyramids, ballcourt and temples. It is about 15 km from [[Comitán]]. * '''Chinkultic''' is a medium size site with a noteworthy acropolis. It is inside the [[Lagunas de Montebello National Park]]. * '''Sak Tz’i''' is a little-known site because it was only discovered in 2018. The site itself dates from 750 BC. It may require quite a bit of local investigation to visit since it is on private land, is unrestored and is not (yet) an official INAH site. The site is also known as '''Plan de Ayutla'''. Local privately hired guides in the town of '''Lacanja Tzeltal''' can sometimes arrange access or tours. ==Understand== [[Image:OxchucMarket.jpg|thumb|240px|Weekend market in Oxchuc]] The name "Chiapas" is believed to have come from the ancient city of Chiapan, which in Náhuatl means "the place where the chia sage grows". ===History=== Hunter gatherers began to occupy the central valley of the state around 7000 BC, but little is known about them. The oldest civilization to appear in what is now Chiapas is that of the ''Mokaya'', who were cultivating corn and living in houses as early as 1500 BC, making them one of the oldest in Mesoamerica. There is speculation that these were the forefathers of the ''Olmec'', who are also regarded as one of the oldest in Mesoamerica. One of the Mokaya ancient cities is now the archeological site of Chiapa de Corzo. During the pre-Classic era, most of Chiapas was not Olmec, but had close relations with them, especially the Olmecs of the Isthmus of [[Tehuantepec]]. Development of this culture was agricultural villages during the pre-Classic period with city building during the Classic as social stratification became more complex. The Mayans built cities on the [[Yucatán Peninsula]] and west into [[Guatemala]]. In Chiapas, Mayan sites are concentrated along the state's borders with [[Tabasco]] and Guatemala, near Mayan sites in those entities. [[File:Bonampak, Chiapas. 05.JPG|thumb|right|240px|Murals on temple walls and ceilings at Bonampak]] Mayan civilization is marked by rising exploitation of rain forest resources, rigid social stratification, fervent local identity, and waging war against neighboring peoples. At its height, the Maya had large cities, a phonetic writing system, and development of scientific knowledge, such as mathematics and astronomy. Cities were centered on large political and ceremonial structures elaborately decorated with murals and inscriptions. Among these cities are [[Palenque]], [[Bonampak]], [[Yaxchilan]], [[Lagunas de Montebello National Park#See|Chinkultic]], [[Toniná]] and Tenón. The Mayan civilization had extensive trade networks and large markets. Nearly all Mayan cities collapsed around the same time, 900 AD. It is not known what ended the civilization but theories range from over population size, natural disasters, disease, and loss of natural resources through over-exploitation or climate change. From then until the Spanish conquest in the early 16th century, social organization of the region fragmented into much smaller units and social structure became much less complex. The first contact between Spaniards and the people of Chiapas came in 1522, when Hernán Cortés sent tax collectors to the area after the Aztec Empire was subdued. By 1530 almost all of the indigenous peoples of the area had been subdued with the exception of the ''Lacandons'' in the deep jungles who actively resisted until 1695. The first Spanish city, today called [[San Cristóbal de las Casas]], was established in 1528. Soon after, the ''encomienda'' system was introduced, which reduced most of the indigenous population to serfdom and many as slaves as a form of tribute and way of locking in a labor supply for tax payments. New diseases brought by the conquistadors and overwork on plantations dramatically decreased the indigenous population. The Spanish established missions, mostly under the Dominicans. The Dominican evangelizers became early advocates of the indigenous' people's plight, and got a law passed in 1542 for their protection. The ''encomienda'' system that had perpetrated much of the abuse of the indigenous peoples declined by the end of the 16th century, and was replaced by ''haciendas''. However, the use and misuse of Indian labor remained a large issue in Chiapas politics into modern times. The Spanish introduced new crops such as sugar cane, wheat, barley and indigo as main economic staples alongside native ones such as corn, cotton, cacao and beans. Livestock such as cattle, horses and sheep were introduced as well. Most Europeans and their descendants tended to concentrate in cities such as [[San Cristóbal de las Casas|Ciudad Real]], [[Comitán]], [[Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas|Chiapa]] and [[Tuxtla Gutiérrez|Tuxtla]]. Intermixing of the races was prohibited by colonial law, but widely ignored, and by the end of the 17th century there was a significant mestizo population. Added to this was a population of African slaves brought in by the Spanish in the middle of the 16th century due to the loss of native workforce. During the Mexican War of Independence in the 1810s, a group of influential Chiapas merchants and ranchers sought the establishment of the Free State of Chiapas. However, this alliance did not last as the lowlands preferred inclusion among the new republics of Central America, and the highlands annexation to Mexico. In 1821, a number of cities in Chiapas declared the state's separation from the Spanish empire. With the exception of the pro-Mexican Ciudad Real (San Cristóbal) and some others, many Chiapanecan towns and villages favored a Chiapas independent of Mexico and some favored unification with Guatemala. Elites in highland cities pushed for incorporation into Mexico. In 1822, Emperor Agustín de Iturbide decreed that Chiapas was part of Mexico, but the Soconusco region maintained a neutral status until 1842, when Oaxacans occupied the area, and declared it reincorporated into Mexico. In the decades after the end of the war, the state's society evolved into three distinct spheres: indigenous peoples, mestizos from the farms and haciendas, and the Spanish colonial cities. Most of the political struggles were between the latter two groups especially over who would control the indigenous labor force. Liberal land reforms of the 19th century had negative effects on the state's indigenous population unlike in other areas of the country. Liberal governments expropriated lands that had been held by the Spanish Crown and Catholic Church in order to sell them into private hands. However, many of these lands had been in a kind of "trust" with the local indigenous populations, who worked them. Many of these lands fell into the hands of large landholders who then made the local Indian population work for three to five days a week just for the right to continue to cultivate the lands. Many became "free" workers on other farms, but they were often paid only with food and basic necessities from the farm shop. If this was not enough, these workers became indebted to these same shops and then unable to leave. The opening up of these lands also allowed many whites and mestizos to encroach on what had been exclusively indigenous communities in the state. The changing social order had severe negative effects on the indigenous population including alcoholism and indebtedness. One other effect that liberal land reforms had was the start of coffee plantations, especially in the Soconusco region. The land reforms brought colonists from other areas of the country as well as foreigners from England, the United States and France. These immigrants introduced coffee production and modern machinery. Eventually, this production of coffee would become the state's most important crop. In 1891 Governor Emilio Rabasa took on the local and regional landowners and centralized power into the state capital. He modernized public administration, transportation and promoted education. He also changed state policies to favor foreign investment and land consolidation for the production of cash crops such as henequen, rubber, guayule, cochineal and coffee. The economic expansion and investment in roads also increased access to tropical commodities such as hardwoods, rubber and chicle. These new crops required cheap and steady labor to be provided by the indigenous population. By the end of the 19th century, the four main indigenous groups, ''Tzeltals'', ''Tzotzils'', ''Tojolabals'' and ''Ch’ols'' were living in "reducciones" or reservations, isolated from one another. Conditions on the farms of this era was serfdom, leading to the Mexican Revolution. While this coming event would affect the state, Chiapas did not follow the uprisings in other areas. In the early 1930s, Governor Victorico Grajales pursued President Lázaro Cárdenas' social and economic policies including persecution of the Catholic Church. These policies would have some success in redistributing lands and organizing indigenous workers but the state would remain relatively isolated for the rest of the 20th century. There was political stability from the 1940s to the early 1970s. In the mid-20th century, the state experienced a significant rise in population, which outstripped local resources, especially land in the highland areas. Economic development in general raised the output of the state, especially in agriculture, but it had the effect of deforesting many areas, especially the ''Lacandon''. Added to this was there were still serf-like conditions for many workers and insufficient educational infrastructure. Population continued to increase faster than the economy could absorb. In Chiapas poor farmland and severe poverty afflicted the Mayan indigenous population which led to unsuccessful non-violent protests and eventually armed struggle started by the Zapatista National Liberation Army in January 1994. These events began to lead to political crises in the 1970s, with more frequent land invasions and takeovers of municipal halls. This was the beginning of a process that would lead to the emergence of the Zapatista movement in the 1990s. In the 1980s, a large wave of refugees came into the state from Central America as a number of these countries, especially [[Guatemala]], were in the midst of political turmoil. The arrival of thousands of refugees politically destabilized Chiapas. Camps were established in Chiapas and other southern states, and mostly housed Mayan peoples. However, most Central American refugees from that time received no official status, estimated by church and charity groups at about half a million from [[El Salvador]] alone. In the 1980s, the politicization of the indigenous and rural populations of the state that began in the 1960s and 1970s continued. In 1980, several communal land organizations joined to form the Union of Unions. It had a membership of 12,000 families from over 180 communities. By 1988, this organization took over much of the Lacandon Jungle portion of the state. Most of the members of these organization were from Protestant and Evangelical sects as well as "Word of God" Catholics affiliated with the political movements of the Diocese of Chiapas. What they held in common was indigenous identity vis-à-vis the non-indigenous. The adoption of liberal economic reforms by the Mexican federal government clashed with the leftist political ideals of these groups, notably as the reforms were believed to have begun to have negative economic effects on poor farmers, especially small-scale indigenous coffee-growers. Opposition coalesced into the Zapatista movement in the 1990s. Although the area has extensive resources, much of the local population of the state, especially in rural areas, did not benefit from this bounty. In the 1990s, two thirds of the state's residents did not have sewage service, only a third had electricity and half did not have potable water. Over half of the schools offered education only to the third grade and most pupils dropped out by the end of first grade. The Zapatista Army of National Liberation (EZLN) came to the world's attention when on January 1, 1994, EZLN forces occupied and took over seven towns. Although it has been estimated as having no more than 300 armed guerrilla members, the EZLN paralyzed the Mexican government, and the rebellion became a national protest against the government. The armed conflict was brief, mostly because the Zapatistas did not try to gain traditional political power. They focused more on trying to manipulate public opinion in order to obtain legal and economic concessions from the government. As of the first decade of the 2000s the Zapatista movement remained popular in many indigenous communities. The Zapatista movement has had some successes. The agricultural sector of the economy now favors commonly-owned land. In the last decades of the 20th century, Chiapas's traditional agricultural economy has diversified somewhat with the construction of more roads and better infrastructure by the federal and state governments. Tourism has become important in some areas of the state, especially in San Cristóbal de las Casas and Palenque. However, Chiapas remains one of the poorest states in Mexico. ===Read=== *''The Lawless Roads'' by Graham Greene. Graham Greene describes his journey to [[San Cristobal de las Casas]] through Chiapas and [[Tabasco]] in the 1930s. ({{ISBN|0140185801}}) *''The Power and the Glory'' by Graham Greene. A whiskey priest, a corrupt church, and Chiapas all set in one of Greene's most powerful books. ({{ISBN|0140184996}}) ==Talk== Most people will speak Spanish, but this is less common among the indigenous peoples, where Mayan languages are common, including significant numbers who speak the Tsotsil and Tseltal Mayan variants. Very few can speak English, almost always very badly. ==Get in== ===By plane=== Chiapas has a small international airport in the state capital, Tuxtla Gutiérrez ({{IATA|TGZ}}) and in Tapachula ({{IATA|TAP}}) on the Guatemala border. Some parts of Chiapas are most easily reached by flying into Villahermosa ({{IATA|VSA}}) in Tabasco. ===By bus=== Buses are the most common way to travel in this region. Most intercity buses from other parts of southern Mexico will serve [[Tuxtla Gutierrez]] where you can transfer to smaller regional bus lines to reach smaller towns and other destinations. The most extensive bus service in Chiapas is provided by ADO, which operates several company bus stations in smaller markets and has routes from Villahermosa (M$460 as of January 2023), Ciudad del Carmen, Campeche, Oaxaca, and Coatzalcoalcos in southern Veracruz. ''See [[Bus travel in Mexico]] for further information.'' First-class buses can also be used to travel from major [[Central America]] cities to Chiapas using TicaBus, which serves the [[Tapachula]] bus station. Other Guatemalan bus companies also serve Tapachula. ===By car=== The most flexible way to get in and around in Chiapas is by renting a car and driving. Some major routes are toll roads. Important highways coming into Chiapas include: * MEX 190 goes from Oaxaca to Tuxtla Gutierrez. * MEX 145D goes from Coatzalcoalcos, Veracruz to Tuxtla Gutierrez. * MEX 195 goes from Villahermosa, Campeche to Tuxtla Gutierrez. ===By train=== Mexico's new intercity rail system, the ''Tren Maya'', has one station in Chiapas, at [[Palenque]]. This is the terminus point of the train. The station is one of the smaller Tren Maya stations with a single platform between two tracks. Sleeper trains are available between Palenque and [[Cancun]]. * {{go | name=Tren Maya - Palenque Station | address=La Primavera | lat=17.532978382994557 | long=-91.97956953434166 | directions=off highway MEX-199, just south of the village of Pakalna | content=Modern intercity trains with service to [[Campeche]], [[Merida]], [[Cancun]], [[Tulum]], [[Chetumal]] and other cities, beaches, and archaeological sites in the Yucatan Peninsula. }} ==Get around== The easiest way to get around within cities is probably by private car, taxi, or ''colectivo''. Colectivos are small vans or buses that are very cheap and follow specific routes. The main destinations on the route of each colectivo are listed on the right side of its windshield, though it is sometimes hard to tell if it is really going your way. Asking the driver usually works, but don't expect him or her to speak English. Outside of cities, the best way to get around is by private car, bus (slow, with frequent stops), colectivo (a little more expensive than in the city), taxis, or pickups (''camionetas''). Taxis outside of cities charge very high rates if it is not their regular route, so make sure the driver knows you do not want a ''viaje especial'' (special trip). Sharing taxis is very common, and almost universal outside cities. The pickups that are for public transportation are usually identifiable. Try to get a seat in the cab, unless you enjoy being pressed against a large group of sweaty locals in the hot sun. Pickups are also fairly slow and make frequent stops, but they are faster than the bus. ==See== [[Image:ChristmasTreeFalls.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Christmas Tree Falls in Cañón del Sumidero]] There are three main tourist routes: the Maya Route, the Colonial Route and the Coffee Route. The '''Maya Route''' runs along the border with Guatemala in the Lacandon Jungle and includes the sites of Palenque, Bonampak, Yaxchilan along with the natural attractions of Agua Azul Waterfalls, Misol-Há Waterfall, and the Catazajá Lake. Palenque is the most important of these sites, and one of the most important tourist destinations in the state. Yaxchilan was a Mayan city along the Usumacinta River. It developed between 350 and 810 CE. Bonampak is known for its well preserved murals. These Maya sites have made the state an attraction for international tourism. These sites have many of structures, most of which date back thousands of years, especially to the 6th century. In addition to the sites on the Mayan Route, there are others within the state away from the border such as Toniná, near the city of Ocosingo. The '''Colonial Route''' is mostly in the central highlands with a significant number of churches, monasteries and other structures from the colonial period along with some from the 19th century and into the early 20th. The most important city on this route is San Cristóbal de las Casas, located in the Los Altos region in the Jovel Valley. The historic center of the city is filled with tiled roofs, patios with flowers, balconies, Baroque facades along with Neoclassical and Moorish designs. It is centered on a main plaza surrounded by the cathedral, the municipal palace, the Portales commercial area and the San Nicolás church. In addition, it has museums dedicated to the state's indigenous cultures, one to amber and one to jade, both of which have been mined in the state. Other attractions along this route include Comitán de Domínguez and Chiapa de Corzo, along with small indigenous communities such as San Juan Chamula. The state capital of Tuxtla Gutiérrez does not have many colonial era structures left, but it lies near the area's most famous natural attraction of the Sumidero Canyon. This canyon is popular with tourists who take boat tours into it on the Grijalva River to see such features such as caves (La Cueva del Hombre, La Cueva del Silencio) and the Christmas Tree, which is a rock and plant formation on the side of one of the canyon walls created by a seasonal waterfall.[90][131] The '''Coffee Route''' begins in Tapachula and follows a mountainous road into the Suconusco regopm. The route passes through Puerto Chiapas, a port with modern infrastructure for shipping exports and receiving international cruises. The route visits a number of coffee plantations, such as Hamburgo, Chiripa, Violetas, Santa Rita, Lindavista, Perú-París, San Antonio Chicarras and Rancho Alegre. These haciendas provide visitors with the opportunity to see how coffee is grown and initially processed on these farms. They also offer a number of ecotourism activities such as mountain climbing, rafting, rappelling and mountain biking. There are also tours into the jungle vegetation and the Tacaná Volcano. In addition to coffee, the region also produces most of Chiapas’ soybeans, bananas and cacao. The state has many '''ecological attractions''', most of which are connected to water. The main beaches on the coastline include Puerto Arista, Boca del Cielo, Playa Linda, Playa Aventuras, Playa Azul and Santa Brigida. Others are based on the state's lakes and rivers. Laguna Verde is a lake in the Coapilla municipality. The lake is generally green but its tones constantly change through the day depending on how the sun strikes it. In the early morning and evening hours there can also be blue and ochre tones as well. The El Chiflón Waterfall is part of an ecotourism center located in a valley with reeds, sugarcane, mountains and rainforest. It is formed by the San Vicente River and has pools of water at the bottom popular for swimming. The Las Nubes Ecotourism center is located in the Las Margaritas municipality near the Guatemalan border. The area features a number of turquoise blue waterfalls with bridges and lookout points set up to see them up close. Still others are based on conservation, local culture and other features. The Las Guacamayas Ecotourism Center is in the Lacandon Jungle on the edge of the Montes Azules reserve. It is centered on the conservation of the red macaw, which is in danger of extinction. The Tziscao Ecotourism Center is centered on a lake with various tones. It is located inside the Lagunas de Montebello National Park, with kayaking, mountain biking and archery. Lacanjá Chansayab is located in the interior of the Lacandon Jungle and a major Lacandon people community. It has some activities associated with ecotourism such as mountain biking, hiking and cabins. The Grutas de Rancho Nuevo Ecotourism Center is centered on a set of caves in which appear capricious forms of stalagmite and stalactites. There is horseback riding as well. ==Do== === Volunteering === * Volunteer as a Human Rights Observer in the autonomous Zapatista communities contact ''Capise'' (brigadas@capise.org.mx) for short (5 days) activities or for longer volunteership contact ''Frayba'' [http://www.frayba.org.mx/index.php]. * Participate as a volunteer or group coordinator on '''sustainable projects in Maya communities'''. The NGO '''NATATE''' focuses on the following fields: alternative technologies, waste management, water(capture and filtering), Education, reforestation, construction. Opportunities are available for short and long term voluntary service. ==Buy== Local artisans produce several unique items of [[Mexican Artesanias|popular folk art]] that are different from other regions. Chiapas is known for its woven cloths that feature exquisite embroidery. They are also known for their ceramics and jewelry. The jewelry made in Chiapas is often based on amber and feature Maya symbols and designs. This is quite different from the silver jewelry found in most Mexican states. Ceramic production is most commonly associated with the town of Amantengo del Valle where everything from fine decorative ceramics to functional terracotta pots is made. In the artesania markets you will often find locally made figurines of jaguars, parrots, or other animals painted in colors and patterns distinctive to the Maya culture. ==Eat== Like the rest of Mesoamerica, the basic diet has been based on corn, and Chiapas cooking retains strong indigenous influence. One important ingredient is ''chipilin'', a fragrant and strongly flavored herb and hoja santa, the large anise-scented leaves used in much of southern Mexican cuisine. Chiapan dishes do not incorporate many chili peppers as part of their dishes. Rather, chili peppers are most often found in the condiments. One reason for that is that a local chili pepper, called the simojovel, is far too hot to use except very sparingly. Chiapan cuisine tends to rely more on slightly sweet seasonings in their main dishes such as cinnamon, plantains, prunes and pineapple are often found in meat and poultry dishes. ''Tamales'' are a major part of the diet and often include chipilín mixed into the dough and hoja santa, within the tamale itself or used to wrap it. One tamale native to the state is the "picte", a fresh sweet corn tamale. Tamales juacanes are filled with a mixture of black beans, dried shrimp, and pumpkin seeds. Meats are centered on the European introduced beef, pork and chicken as many native game animals are in danger of extinction. Meat dishes are frequently accompanied by vegetables such as squash, chayote and carrots. Black beans are the favored type. Beef is favored, especially a thin cut called ''tasajo'' usually served in a sauce. ''Pepita con tasajo'' is a common dish at festivals especially in Chiapa de Corzo. It consists of a squash seed based sauced over reconstituted and shredded dried beef. As a cattle raising area, beef dishes in Palenque are particularly good. ''Pux-Xaxé'' is a stew with beef organ meats and mole sauce made with tomato, chili bolita and corn flour. ''Tzispolá'' is a beef broth with chunks of meat, chickpeas, cabbage and various types of chili peppers. Pork dishes include ''cochito'', which is pork in an adobo sauce. In Chiapa de Corzo, their version is ''cochito horneado'', which is a roast suckling pig flavored with adobo. Seafood is a strong component in many dishes along the coast. ''Turula'' is dried shrimp with tomatoes. Sausages, ham and other cold cuts are most often made and consumed in the highlands. In addition to meat dishes, there is ''chirmol'', a cooked tomato sauced flavored with chili pepper, onion and cilantro and zats, butterfly caterpillars from the Altos de Chiapas that are boiled in salted water, then sautéed in lard and eaten with tortillas, limes, and green chili pepper. ''Sopa de pan'' consists of layers of bread and vegetables covered with a broth seasoned with saffron and other flavorings. A Comitán speciality is hearts of palm salad in vinaigrette, and Palenque is known for many versions of fried plaintains, including filled with black beans or cheese. Cheese making is important, especially in the municipalities of Ocosingo, Rayon and Pijijiapan. Ocosingo has its own self-named variety, which is shipped to restaurants and gourmet shops in various parts of the country. Regional sweets include crystallized fruit, coconut candies, flan and compotes. San Cristobal is noted for its sweets, as well as chocolates, coffee and baked goods. ==Drink== While Chiapas is known for good coffee, there are a number of other local beverages. The oldest is ''pozol'', originally the name for a fermented corn dough. This dough has its origins in the pre-Hispanic period. To make the beverage, the dough is dissolved in water and usually flavored with cocoa and sugar, but sometimes it is left to ferment further. It is then served very cold with much ice. ''Taxcalate'' is a drink made from a powder of toasted corn, achiote, cinnamon and sugar prepared with milk or water. ''Pumbo'' is a beverage made with pineapple, club soda, vodka, sugar syrup and much ice. ===Pox=== Pox is a fascinating distilled spirit with deep roots in the Tzotzil Mayan culture. The drink is a cross between whisky and rum being based on both grain and sugar cane. Most pox is fairly light in color and flavor and resembles rum more closely than it does whisky. Traditionally, the grain used to produce pox was corn and mostly traditional heritage varieties connected to Tzotzil rituals. Modern producers frequently dispense with tradition and instead use cheap GMO corn, or worse, no corn at all. The sugar used in pox is generally in the form of ''piloncillo'', a crude (relatively unprocessed) brown sugar. Although pox is bottled and exported to other countries (including the U.S.), the mass market export varieties are invariably inferior, made with cheap ingredients using shortcut industrial processes. Good, well-crafted pox rarely travels outside Chiapas. Pox is bottled young (unaged) and is a clear spirit, typically 80 to 100 proof (40-50% alcohol). Good pox can be sampled neat, though it is good in most cocktails that call for rum (particular tropical drinks like mai tai or daiquiri). Tasting a well-made traditional pox reveals a drink with more complexity than a typical white rum. The pox often has smoky notes, though this isn't from any roasting process, but rather is contributed by the heritage varieties of corn and is a signature of a good pox. Flavored varieties are common throughout Chiapas, typically herbs and spices or fruits. Some common flavored poxes include: cocoa, hibiscus (jamaica), rosemary, tamarind, and mango. ==Stay safe== [[File:Mexico.Chis.EZLN.01.jpg|thumb|A sign outside of an autonomous Zapatista village in Chiapas. It reads (top): "You are in Zapatista rebel territory. Here, the people give the orders and the government obeys." Bottom: "North Zone. Council of Good Government. It is strictly prohibited to traffic weapons, plant or use drugs, drink alcoholic beverages, or sell wood illegally. No to the destruction of nature."]] Be aware of your personal belongings all the time, and do not walk with jewelry and expensive objects in sight. Chiapas is usually a secure state, where the warmth of people will make you feel at home. Much of the northeastern portion of Chiapas is fully or partially under the protection of the Zapatista Army of National Liberation, or the EZLN. These areas have declared themselves as autonomous, and are referred to as the Rebel Zapatista Autonomous Municipalities, or MAREZ. The EZLN have been in this area since 1 January 1994, the day that NAFTA went into effect. Though they might wear black masks and carry guns, they likely will not harm you unless you are shouting praises of the Mexican army. The EZLN are not a gang or cartel; they are a decentralized organization dedicated to libertarian socialist principles who oppose the exploitative capitalist practices and destructive environmental policies of the Mexican government. Many of the people living under the Zapatista umbrella support their presence, as they provide many essential public services that the Mexican government has been unable, or unwilling, to provide. Though relations between the EZLN and the Mexican government have been rather peaceful in the 21st century, skirmishes between them have been known to occur. There are also anti-Zapatista militias who have carried out massacres of EZLN members and suspected sympathizers. Respect their rules when you are in their territory, stay aware of any potential flashpoints, and you will probably be fine. ==Go next== * [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] - 10 hours on the bus. * [[Guatemala]] - About 10 hours to Guatemala City. * [[Tabasco]] - About 4 hours to Villahermosa. * [[Campeche]] - About 10 hours on the bus. * Regular flights to [[Mexico City]], [[Guadalajara]] and other major destinations in Mexico. {{geo|16.410000|-92.408611|zoom=9}} {{IsPartOf|Yucatán and the South}} {{informativeregion}} oynrn0sb7vaxsw15col011d5smsmbe4 0 8217 5328329 5328134 2026-08-14T14:37:58Z Silver Dovelet 2316175 /* Eat */ Updated listing for Haan Korean BBQ - Added email 5328329 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coquitlam Town Centre Area (banner).jpg}} '''[https://www.coquitlam.ca/ Coquitlam]''' is a suburb of [[Vancouver]]. There aren't any must-see attractions for the traveller, but there are a number of nice parks for walking or relaxing. ==Get in== [[File:Timbers on the Fraser River - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Timbers on the Fraser River]] See [[Vancouver]] for options to get in the Vancouver area by plane, by bus, and by train, and by boat. Coquitlam borders [[Burnaby]], [[Port Coquitlam]], [[Port Moody]] and [[New Westminster]]. It is easily accessible from the Highway 1 ([[Trans-Canada Highway]]), Lougheed Highway, Barnett Highway and North Road. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|49.2855|-122.7688|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}}{{mapshapes|Q876780}} Car access is easy and parking is free most places. Taxis are easy to get locally and walking and cycling are options with several designated bike routes in the city. === By public transit === {{listing | name=TransLink | alt= | url=https://www.translink.ca/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1-604-953-3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=TransLink (British Columbia) | wikidata=Q1142140 | lastedit=2022-03-27 | content=The main public transit network in the [[Vancouver]] area, including: [[Bowen Island]], [[Burnaby]], Coquitlam, [[Delta (British Columbia)|Delta]], [[Langley (British Columbia)|Langley]], [[Lions_Bay-Britannia_Beach|Lions Bay]], [[Maple Ridge]], [[New Westminster]], [[North Vancouver]], [[Port Coquitlam]], [[Pitt Meadows]], [[Port Moody]], [[Richmond (British Columbia)|Richmond]], [[Surrey (British Columbia)|Surrey]], Vancouver, [[West Vancouver]], and [[White Rock]]. Its network includes buses, SkyTrain (rail rapid transit), SeaBus (ferries), West Coast Express (commuter rail), and HandyDART (door-to-door shared-ride service for those who cannot ride public transit without assistance). }} {{pbri}} Passengers can pay for fares using Compass Cards ($6 refundable deposit), Compass Tickets, or tap-to-pay using contactless credit cards (only American Express, Mastercard or Visa) or mobile wallets. Passengers using Compass Cards and Compass Tickets pay discounted fares. Passengers can transfer for up to 90 minutes, except if taking West Coast Express, in which case they can transfer for up to 120 minutes. On bus and HandyDART, passengers can also pay in cash, but in that case will not receive change and are not eligible for transfers. {{pbri}} Zone based fares apply between Monday and Friday for trips starting before 6:30PM, if travel involves SkyTrain or SeaBus. Outside of those hours or for travel on only bus or HandyDART, a single zone rate applies. If travelling by West Coast Express, a higher cost zone based fare system applies regardless of time of travel. {{pbri}} Children 12 and under can ride for free. People aged 13 to 18, and 65 and older pay discounted concession fares. Public transit from Vancouver to Coquitlam is {{translink|3}} on weekdays and {{translink|1}} on weekends and evenings after 6:30PM. Park and Ride lots at the Coquitlam Central and Douglas Lafarge stations offer inexpensive all day parking. Parking is otherwise restricted close to SkyTrain stations to prevent unauthorized park and ride. ==== By train ==== SkyTrain's '''Millennium Line''' connects Coquitlam with [[Vancouver|Vancouver's]] neighbourhood of [[Vancouver/Commercial Dr-Hastings Park|East Van]], stopping along the way in [[Port Moody]] and [[Burnaby]]. It operates daily throughout the day. The West Coast Express operates Monday to Friday with trains heading westbound in the morning and eastbound in the afternoon. The trains stop from furthest west to furthest east in [[Vancouver]], [[Port Moody]], Coquitlam, [[Port Coquitlam]], [[Pitt Meadows]]. [[Maple Ridge]], and [[Mission (British Columbia)|Mission]]. ==== By bus ==== Most Coquitlam bus routes connect with the SkyTrain's '''Millennium Line''' at either Coquitlam Central station or Lougheed Town Centre station. Notable bus routes serving Port Coquitlam include the following, which all operate daily, unless otherwise noted: * R3 - Rapid bus between Haney Place Exchange and Coquitlam Central station (SkyTrain Millennium Line), connecting [[Maple Ridge]], [[Pitt Meadows]], [[Port Coquitlam]], and Coquitlam. * 159 - Between Braid station (SkyTrain Expo Line) in [[New Westminster]] and Coquitlam Central station (SkyTrain Millenium Line) with stops in Port Coquitlam. * 160 - Between Port Coquitlam station (West Coast Express) and Kootenay Loop in [[Vancouver]], stopping along the way in Coquitlam and [[Port Moody]]. * 701 - Between eastern Maple Ridge and Coquitlam Central Station (SkyTrain Millennium Line) via Haney Place Exchange and Maple Meadows Station (West Coast Express), connecting Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, and Coquitlam. * 791 - Between Haney Place Exchange and Braid station (SkyTrain Expo Line) via Meadows Station (West Coast Express), connecting Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, and New Westminster. Operates Monday to Friday. === By taxi === * {{listing | name=Bel-Air Taxi | alt= | url=https://www.bel-airtaxi.ca/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 604-433-6666 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-02-28 | content= }} * {{Listing|name=Coquitlam Taxi|alt=|url=https://www.coquitlamtaxi.ca/|phone=+1 604-524-1111|lastedit=2022-02-28}} === By ride hailing === * {{Listing|name=Kabu|url=https://www.kabu.ca/|lastedit=2022-07-29}} * {{listing|name=Lyft|alt=|url=https://www.lyft.com/rider/cities/vancouver-bc|email=|address=|lat=|long=|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price=|wikipedia=Lyft|wikidata=Q17077936|lastedit=2022-07-29|content=}} * {{listing|name=Uber|alt=|url=https://www.uber.com/global/en/cities/vancouver/|email=|address=|lat=|long=|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price=|wikipedia=Uber|wikidata=Q780442|lastedit=2022-07-29|content=}} === See === * {{see | name=ƛ̓éxətəm (tla-hut-um) Regional Park | alt=formerly known as Colony Farm Regional Park | url=https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/park/%C6%9B%CC%93%C3%A9x%C9%99t%C9%99m-(tla-hut-um)-regional-park | email= | address=Colony Farm Rd | lat=49.234994 | long=-122.812906 | directions=main entrance and parking is at the end of Colony Farm Rd | phone=+1 604-520-6442 | tollfree= | hours=Open during the day, closes at dusk | price= | wikipedia=Colony Farm Regional Park | wikidata=Q24190638 |lastedit=2023-08-20| content=Popular spot with 8.5 km of trails and opportunities for birdwatching. An estimated 150 species of birds are in the park. The park is in both Coquitlam and [[Port Coquitlam]]. }} * {{see | name=Como Lake Park | alt= | url=https://www.coquitlam.ca/Facilities/Facility/Details/Como-Lake-Park-26 | email= | address=700 Gatensbury Street | lat=49.2604 | long=-122.8583 | directions=just south of Como Lake Ave | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Como Lake Park (British Columbia) | wikidata=Q21070699 | content=A small, man-made lake and park in the centre of residential Coquitlam. Exactly one kilometre in circumference, the lake is a popular attraction for morning walks, joggers, schoolchildren and occasionally fishermen, though the latter will frequently go home empty-handed. }} [[File:Minnekhada Park October 28 2017.jpeg|thumb|Minnekhada Regional Park]] * {{see | name=Minnekhada Regional Park | alt= | url=https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/park/minnekhada-regional-park | email= | address=Quarry Rd | lat=49.327321 | long=-122.759904 | directions= | phone=+1 604-520-6442 | tollfree= | hours=Open during daylight hours. Gates close at dusk | price= | wikipedia=Minnekhada Regional Park | wikidata=Q6868088 | content=A more-than-200-acre park with 10 km of trails through forests and wetlands. Minnekhada Lodge, a heritage building where Queen Elizabeth once stayed, is open the first Sunday of each month from 1-4PM (except Jan). }} * {{see | name=Pinecone Burke Provincial Park | alt= | url=https://bcparks.ca/pinecone-burke-park/ | email= | address=at the end of Quarry Rd | lat=49.334835 | long=-122.708524 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Day-use parking fee of $1/hour to a max of $3 | wikipedia=Pinecone Burke Provincial Park | wikidata=Q7195452 | content=Large park along Pitt Lake and Burke Mountain with hiking, camping, swimming and boating opportunities. }} * {{see | name=Mundy Park | alt= | url=https://www.coquitlam.ca/Facilities/Facility/Details/Mundy-Park-59 | email= | address=641 Hillcrest Street | lat=49.254638 | long=-122.829591 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mundy Park | wikidata=Q6935917 | lastedit=2020-03-10 | content=A large urban forest which allows off-leash dog use until 10AM every morning. The park is often host to swim meets and soccer, baseball and lacrosse tournaments. }} [[File:Coquitlam Lafarge Lake.jpg|thumb|Lafarge Lake]] * {{see | name=Town Centre Park | alt= | url=https://www.coquitlam.ca/Facilities/Facility/Details/Town-Centre-Park-84 | email= | address=1299 Pinetree Way | lat=49.27315 | long=-122.838755 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Town Centre Park | wikidata=Q7829924 | lastedit=2020-03-10 | content=It hosts a large tournament site, public ping pong tables, basketball and tennis courts, and a band stand. It is also home to the Evergreen Cultural Centre which hosts gallery exhibits and live performances. }} * {{see | name=The Coquitlam Crunch | alt= | url=https://www.coquitlam.ca/Facilities/Facility/Details/Coquitlam-Crunch-Trail-27 | email= | address= | lat=49.286448 | long=-122.816453 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-03-10 | content=The Coquitlam Crunch urban outdoor 'stairmaster' is primarily a fitness challenge. }} * {{see | name=Maillardville | alt= | url=https://maillardville.com/ | email= | address= | lat=49.239078 | long=-122.870379 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maillardville | wikidata=Q3278203 | lastedit=2020-03-10 | content=Maillardville is a small community founded by French migrants sent to work in the local forest industry during the 19th century. It is recognized as Western Canada's largest French-Canadian community outside of [[Manitoba]], though the French population continues to decline. There is the Place des Arts which hosts exhibitions and performances, and the [http://www.coquitlamheritage.ca/ Makin House Museum]. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=City Centre Aquatic Complex | alt= | url=https://www.coquitlam.ca/390/City-Centre-Aquatic-Complex | email= | address=1210 Pinetree Way | lat=49.270042 | long=-122.854574 | directions= | phone=+1 604 927-6999 | tollfree= | hours= | price=$5.35 | content=A large public, indoor swimming pool. Appealing to both children and adults alike, it houses two distinct pools, one Olympic-sized, the other smaller and decorated with a jungle theme. The smaller pool also features an elaborate water slide that twists outside of the building. Adults can make use of a full gym as well. }} * {{do | name=Planet Ice | alt= | url=https://planetice.ca/coquitlam/ | email= | address=2300 Rocket Way | lat=49.270231 | long=-122.960065 | directions= | phone=+1 604 941-9911 | tollfree= | hours=Public skate: M F Su 1:45-3:45PM | price=$3.75-4.50 plus the cost of skate rentals, if you do not own | content=A large, state-of-the-art skating arena. It is used mostly for amateur hockey teams, but the arena is open for public skating Monday, Fridays, and Sundays. }} * {{do | name=Silver City Coquitlam | alt= | url=https://www.cineplex.com/Theatre/cineplex-cinemas-coquitlam-and-vip | email= | address=170 Schoolhouse St | lat=49.235515 | long=-122.856244 | directions=one block north of Lougheed Highway | phone=+1 604 523-2911 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The largest movie theatre in Western Canada, with over 20 screens. The complex contains a number of fast-food dining options, but as these are quite expensive hungry visitors may be wiser to eat before the show at one of the surrounding restaurants in the area. }} * {{do | name=Widgeon Valley National Wildlife Area (NWA) | alt= | url=https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/national-wildlife-areas/locations/widgeon-valley.html | email= | address= | lat=49.3694 | long=-122.6333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Widgeon Valley National Wildlife Area | wikidata=Q19630553 | lastedit=2020-05-30 | content=125 ha near Pitt Lake. }} == Learn == * {{Learn|name=Douglas College - Coquitlam campus|url=https://www.douglascollege.ca/|address=1250 Pinetree|lat=49.28821|long=-122.79231|phone=+1-604-527-5400|wikipedia=Douglas College|wikidata=Q5301348|lastedit=2022-02-28|content=This institution is publicly funded. It is possible to complete some degrees at this institution and it is possible to transfer course credits from this institution into many public universities within Canada.}} ==Buy== Coquitlam is home to a variety of shopping options and features a large shopping mall. *[[File:Coq-ctr2.jpg|thumb|Coquitlam Centre]]{{buy | name=Coquitlam Centre | alt= | url=https://coquitlamcentre.com/ | email=coquitlamcentre@morguard.com | address=2929 Barnet Hwy | lat=49.27714 | long=-122.79916 | directions= | phone=+1-604-464-1414 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coquitlam Centre | image=Coquitlam Centre 2025.jpg | wikidata=Q5169340 | lastedit=2026-08-13 | content=Coquitlam's main mall, located in Coquitlam's commercial district. It has over 200 stores including a Bay, Wal-Mart, Best Buy, London Drugs, and T&T Asian supermarket. There is a large food court and several connected sit-down restaurants. }} *Surrounding the Coquitlam Centre area are a variety of large chain stores in Pinetree Village and Sunwood Square, including Chapters, Save-On-Foods, and Superstore. *'''The City of Lougheed''' ''(Lougheed Mall)'' is a mall across the street from Coquitlam's western city limits. See "Buy" under [[Burnaby#Buy|Burnaby]] for details. * {{buy | name=Ikea | alt= | url=https://www.ikea.com/ca/en/stores/coquitlam/ | email= | address=1000 Lougheed Hwy | lat=49.234681 | long=-122.868897 | directions= | phone=+1 866-866-4532 | tollfree= | hours=10AM-9PM | price= | wikipedia=IKEA | wikidata=Q54078 | lastedit=2020-03-10 | content=The largest Ikea in North America. }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Cactus Club Cafe | alt= | url=https://www.cactusclubcafe.com/ | email= | address=110-101 Schoolhouse St | lat=49.233248 | long=-122.852534 | directions= | phone=+1 604-777-0440 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Starters: $7-14, mains: $10-32 | wikipedia=Cactus Club Cafe | wikidata=Q5016149 | content=Trendy casual restaurant with a varied menu. }} *{{eat | name=Joey | alt= | url=https://joeyrestaurants.com/location/joey-coquitlam | email= | address=550 Lougheed Highway | lat=49.242727 | long=-122.889113 | directions= | phone=+1 604 939-3077 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Starters: $6-13, mains: $11-36 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Haan Korean BBQ | alt= | url=https://haanbbq.com/ | email=haanbbq@gmail.com | address=3025 Lougheed Hwy | lat=49.275247 | long=-122.793705 | directions= | phone=+1 604 944-7188 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-9PM | price= | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=A restaurant offering Korean main courses and barbecue. }} * {{eat | name=Legend House | alt= | url=https://legendeat.com/ | email= | address=140-1169 Pacific Street | lat=49.282034 | long=-122.798529 | directions= | phone=+1 604 475-5222 | tollfree= | hours=11AM to 9:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=A restaurant offering Northern Chinese cuisine. }} * {{eat | name=Dae-Ji Cutlet House | alt= | url=https://www.daejifood.com/ | email= | address=1153 The High Street | lat=49.281382 | long=-122.795795 | directions= | phone=+1 604-474-4251 | tollfree= | hours=11:30AM–10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=Korean-style fusion - cutlets and hamburger steaks. }} * {{eat | name=C-Lovers Fish & Chips | alt= | url=https://c-lovers.com/locations/pinetree-village/ | email= | address=2991 Lougheed Hwy #108 | lat=49.277917 | long=-122.796795 | directions= | phone=+1 604-464-3611 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-8PM | price= | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Me-n-Ed's Pizza Parlors | alt= | url=https://www.meneds.ca/ | email=coquitlam@meneds.ca | address=1121 Austin Ave | lat=49.249285 | long=-122.862754 | directions= | phone=+1 604-931-2468 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-10PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content= }} * {{eat | name=My Greek Taverna | alt= | url=https://mygreektaverna.com/ | email= | address=946 Brunette Ave | lat=49.237079 | long=-122.871488 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1 604-525-5351 | hours=11:30AM-10PM | price= | lastedit=2020-03-10 | content=Very busy, reserve at least 2 weeks in advance. }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=Wings | alt= | url=https://greatwings.ca/ | email= | address=345 North Rd | lat=49.245133 | long=-122.892185 | directions= | phone=+1 604-931-5500 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Has a huge menu of different flavours of chicken wings, with a decent drink menu. It is often quite busy during hockey games. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Executive Plaza Hotel | alt= | url=https://executiveplazahotel.ca/ | email=reservationsc@executivehotels.net | address=405 North Rd | lat=49.24674 | long=-122.89144 | directions= | phone=+1 604-936-9399 | tollfree=+1-888-433-3932 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Ramada by Wyndham Coquitlam | alt= | url=https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-ca/ramada/coquitlam-british-columbia/ramada-coquitlam-vancouver/overview | email= | address=631 Lougheed Hwy | lat=49.24216 | long=-122.88468 | directions= | phone=+1 604-931-4433 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=11AM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content= }} == Cope == === Newspaper === * {{listing | name=Tri-City News | alt= | url=https://www.tricitynews.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 604-525-6397 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tri-City News | wikidata=Q7839679 | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} === Hospitals === The nearest hospitals are in [[New Westminster]] and [[Port Moody]]. ==Go next== The other cities in the "Tri-Cities" area -- [[Port Coquitlam]] and [[Port Moody]] -- are all very accessible. To the west, along Highway 1, is the [[North Shore (British Columbia)|North Shore]] with many outdoor recreation options, while to the east, along Highway 1 or Highway 7, is the [[Fraser Valley]], which also offers more outdoor pursuits and some local wineries. {{routebox | image1=BC-1 (TCH).svg | imagesize1=22 | link1=Trans-Canada Highway | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Vancouver]] | minorl1=[[New Westminster]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Hope (British Columbia)|Hope]] | minorr1=[[Surrey (British Columbia)|Surrey]] | image2=BC-7.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Vancouver]] | minorl2=[[Burnaby]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Hope (British Columbia)|Hope]] | minorr2=[[Port Coquitlam]] | image3=Translinkmillennium.svg | imagesize3=22 | caption3=Millennium Line | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Vancouver/Commercial Dr-Hastings Park|Commercial Dr-Hastings Park, Vancouver]] | minorl3=[[Port Moody]] | directionr3=E | majorr3=END | minorr3= | image4=Translinkwce.svg | imagesize4=22 | caption4=West Coast Express | directionl4=W | majorl4=[[Vancouver]] | minorl4=[[Port Moody]] | directionr4=E | majorr4=[[Mission (British Columbia)|Mission]] | minorr4=[[Port Coquitlam]] }} {{usablecity}} {{IsPartOf|Vancouver eastern suburbs}} {{geo|49.2839|-122.792}} dokbx30rnc0c7atjnsbch7v9o5qxwua 0 8236 5328423 5327969 2026-08-14T17:08:10Z Borgenland 2282829 /* History */ expand 5328423 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cordillera Administrative Region Barling landscape.jpg}} The '''Cordilleras''' is a highland region in the northern part of [[Luzon]]. Its landscape and geography is dominated by the Cordillera Central, which also extends to parts of nearby [[Ilocos Region]] to the west and south, and [[Cagayan Valley]] to the east and north. This article only covers the area forming the '''Cordillera Administrative Region''' (CAR). The region is the homeland of the '''Igorot''', a group of various culturally-related tribes such as the Kalinga, Ifugao, Kankana-ey, Illian, Baliwon and many others, spread in isolated communities in the various parts of the region. Despite differences in ethnicity and language, the Igorot have commonalities in costumes, music, dances and even customs. The Igorot consider themselves culturally distinct from most Filipinos, but are also proud of their Austronesian roots. [[Image:Banaue.jpg |thumb|Banaue Rice Terraces]] In the central part of the Cordillera, rice terraces abound - from Ifugao to Mountain Province, famous of which is the Banaue Rice Terraces. The UNESCO declared five clusters of rice terraces in various towns in Ifugao as [[World Heritage Sites]]. Other hidden rice terraces can be found in Natonin, Mountain Province. Scenic terrains of cornfields can be found in Paracelis, Mountain Province, a town next to Natonin. ==Provinces== There are six provinces in the Cordillera Administrative Region: [[File:Ph cordillera.png|right|200px]] *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Abra]]|wikidata=Q13711}} — home to the Tinguian people, albeit heavily assimilated by Ilocanos due to its proximity to the Ilocos region. *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Apayao]]|wikidata=Q13728}} — the northernmost province of the region and a UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Benguet]]|wikidata=Q13750}} — home to the Ibaloy, Kankana-ey, and Kalanguya peoples *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Ifugao]]|wikidata=Q13812}} — home to Banaue Rice Terraces and other rice terraces that form a UNESCO World Heritage Site *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Kalinga]]|wikidata=Q13827}} — home of civet coffee and Whang-Od, the indigenous centenarian tattoo artist. *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Mountain Province]]|wikidata=Q13861}} — Having previously covered the other provinces above, it is now concentrated around the capital Bontoc and the hill station of Sagada. ==Cities== {{mapframe|show=city, other|zoom=8}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Baguio]]|wikidata=Q1822}} — the region’s largest city, dating back to the American era, and the “Summer Capital of the Philippines” for its cool climate * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Banaue]]|wikidata=Q806138}} — known for its stunning rice terraces * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bangued]]|wikidata=Q27995}} — the capital of Abra * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bontoc]]|wikidata=Q36025}} — the region's historic capital. Also a gateway to Sagada and locations further north * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kabugao]]|wikidata=Q30053}} — the capital of Apayao * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Lagawe]]|wikidata=Q30419}} — the capital of Ifugao * {{marker|type=city|name=[[La Trinidad (Benguet)|La Trinidad]]|wikidata=Q30351}} — The capital of Benguet and a suburb of Baguio, with an annual strawberry festival and community artwork formed by 200 painted houses * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tabuk (Kalinga)|Tabuk]]|wikidata=Q35925}} — the region's other city, capital of Kalinga and a destination for whitewater rafting ==Other destinations== [[File:Inside the Batad rice terraces.jpg|thumb|Batad rice terraces]] * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Balbalasang-Balbalan National Park]]|wikidata=Q804673}} — A wild stretch of the Cordilleras along the Abra-Kalinga boundary featuring towering peaks, hot springs and isolated villages mostly untouched by modern civilization. * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Batad]]|wikidata=|lat=16.9349|long=121.1365}} — a peaceful hamlet set amongst exhilarating views without the din of motor vehicles * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Buscalan]]|wikidata=Q14208858}} — come to get a traditional Butbut tattoo * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Mount Pulag National Park]]|wikidata=Q948670}} — the summit views of the third highest mountain in the Philippines, and also the highest in Luzon are breath-taking * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Sagada]]|wikidata=Q36090}} — famous for its beautiful caves, hanging coffins, and the serene mountains * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Kiangan]]|wikidata=Q30416}} — famous for its rice terraces and the site of General Tomoyuki Yamashita's surrender at the end of World War II * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Mayoyao]]|wikidata=Q30425}} — famous for its rice terraces and the penultimate World War II battle that led to Yamashita's surrender. ==Understand== ===History=== The Cordilleras are one of the few regions of the Philippines not significantly conquered by the Spaniards. In the late 1500s, the Spanish colonial administrators sent expeditions in search of gold, but many of these failed due to the rugged terrain and the hostile Igorot. During that time, the Igorot were historically known as fierce headhunters, feared by the colonizers. The modern Cordillera region dates back to the founding of Mountain Province during the American colonial era. Mountain Province occupied a larger region, including areas now part of Ilocos Sur and La Union, until 1920. Mountain Province covered most of the Cordillera until it was split into smaller provinces in 1967, and its territory reduced to a tenth of its original size. The Americans largely succeeded in pacifying and Christianizing the Igorot. A legacy of this is the large number of Protestants among the population and the presence of American surnames due to the practice of adopting the names of prominent teachers, missionaries or functionaries during baptismal rites. The 1970s and 1980s were marked by a conflict between the Igorot and the Philippine government. After declaring martial law in 1972, Ferdinand Marcos ordered a dam be built along the Chico River, which many Igorot tribes opposed as it would be built on their ancestral land without their consultation. Empowered by his right to order warrantless arrests, Marcos ordered the neutralization of Igorot opposition to the dam's construction, which precipitated a conflict with the Igorot which lasted until the 1980s. Following the assassination of Macli-ing Dulag, a tribal chief of the Butbut Kalinga in 1980, Marcos eventually scrapped the dam project, but the low-level conflict continued until the ousting of Marcos in 1986. The region also became a stronghold for both the communist New People’s Army (NPA), which remains active, and the separatist Cordillera People’s Liberation Army (CPLA), which stood down after the Marcos regime fell. One lasting effect of the conflict is a wish for Cordilleran autonomy; the Igorot consider themselves a distinct cultural and ethnic identity from most Filipinos. The present Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) was created in 1987 and the Ilocano majority province of [[Abra]], then grouped with Ilocos, was moved to the new region. It was intended to be made an autonomous region like the former [[Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao]] (ARMM), but laws supporting these were voted down twice in 1989 and 1997 in local referendums. There are also demands for inclusion from people in [[Nueva Vizcaya]], an province in [[Cagayan Valley]] with a significant Igorot population. ===Geography and climate=== The Cordillera region is the only landlocked region of the Philippines, being surrounded by Ilocos to the west and Cagayan Valley to the east. It is largely mountainous, being the center of the Cordillera Central of Luzon. The climate in the Cordillera is temperate in general, being cooler that the tropical lowland areas. It often sees frosts during the cool dry season from November to March (but there is no snow), and it rains a lot during the wet season. Average temperatures are generally between the mid 10s and 30s (50-86°F), and rarely reach over 30 even in dry season. Peak tourism season is during the cool period, especially during Christmas and New Year season. ===People=== The Cordillera is the ancestral land of the '''Igorot''' or the '''Cordillerans''', the collective name of about thirteen highland indigenous ethnic groups that mostly escaped Spanish colonialism. The Igorot maintain a somewhat distinct cultural and ethnic identity from Filipinos, and retain many tribal aspects of their closely related but distinct cultures. There are about 1,500,000 Igorot scattered in the country, the majority in provinces forming CAR. There are about 13 ethnic groups that are considered Igorot, the most notable being the '''Bontoc''', the '''Ibaloi''', the '''Ifugao''', the '''Isneg''', the '''Kalinga''', the '''Kalanguya''', and the '''Kankana-ey''' (pronounced ''cuhng-kuh-NUH-ee'', the "ey" correctly pronounced ee). These peoples are closely related culturally and ethnically, the primary difference being in language, and also Austronesian as most Filipinos. Most Igorot continue to practice animist tribal religions, but there are significant numbers of converts to Christianity; the majority being Catholics, Protestants or Anglicans. The Igorot, especially the Ifugao, are renowned builders of rice terraces, the most notable being the Banaue Rice Terraces. Other Igorot groups live by mining, forestry or hunting. In contrast to most of the provinces of the Cordillera, the provinces of Abra and Apayao are majority '''Ilocano'''. Ilocanos form a significant minority in the Cordilleras, and their language serve as the lingua franca. Most Ilocanos in the Cordillera came from nearby Ilocos as part of a transmigration program in the 1970s. Abra was originally majority Igorot until the 1970s. ==Talk== '''[[Ilocano phrasebook|Ilocano]]''' is the primary language throughout the region, due to Ilocano migration to the region. The Igorot speak their respective indigenous languages like Ifugao, Ibaloi, Kalinga and Kankana-ey, which are also Austronesian languages, but will generally switch to Ilocano, Tagalog or English when facing visitors. Cordillerans are known for their better proficiency in English, something to do with having been colonized late in Philippine history by the Americans and by their native languages having sounds found in English but normally absent in other Philippine languages, such as F, V and the schwa. ==Get in== Despite being centrally located between [[Ilocos Region]] and [[Cagayan Valley]], the region has limited entry points from neighboring regions and provinces due to its topographic configuration mostly of steep slopes and mountain ranges. ===By bus=== By land, major bus companies in Manila ply the route [[Manila]]-[[Baguio City|Baguio]]. Cable Tours operates night buses from Quezon City and Manila up to Bontoc. From [[Cagayan Valley]], buses ply the route from [[Solano (Philippines)|Solano]] to [[Banaue]]. From Santiago City, there are buses to [[Paracelis (Mountain Province)|Paracelis]]. From [[Tuguegarao]], there are buses to Tabuk in Kalinga and Conner in Apayao and Junction Luna in Abulug and Claveria, on the boundary with Apayao. From [[Ilocos Region]], buses from Manila go to [[Abra]] via [[Ilocos Sur]]. ===By car=== Driving to the Cordilleras is hard and dangerous due to the terrain, but they also provide a chance to see the scenery. Most roads entering the Cordilleras will be winding and bendy, and drivers must beware of the distances involved to travel between towns. The major roads into the Cordilleras are Kennon Road and Naguilian Road/Quirino Highway (Route 54), Marcos Highway/Aspiras-Palispis Highway (Route 208), Benguet-Nueva Vizcaya Road (Route 110), all which lead to Baguio. Other major highways to the Cordilleras are the Abra-Ilocos Sur Road (Route 204) from Ilocos Sur and Kalinga-Cagayan Road (Route 52) from [[Cagayan]]. Less-traveled routes connect Apayao with northern Cagayan and Abra with Ilocos Norte. ===By plane=== The region's only operating airport is '''Loakan Airport''' ({{IATA|BAG}}) in [[Baguio]]. PAL Express operated flights from [[CEB|Cebu]] from 2023 using a Bombardier Dash 8 turboprop, but it was terminated in 2024 due to low passenger numbers and the difficult terrain of the airport. Bagabag Airport in [[Nueva Vizcaya]], the nearest airport to Banaue, is served by charter flights on Platinum Skies from [[Clark International Airport|Clark]]. Other relevant airports include Cauayan Airport in Isabela, Tuguegarao Airport in Cagayan, and Laoag Airport in Ilocos Norte. ==Get around== Getting across the region is only by land, and is challenging due to the rugged terrain. The main route across the region is the '''Halsema Hwy''' (Rte 204), which connects [[Baguio]] with [[Bontoc]]. Travel is primarily by bus or jeepney, but most towns are only served by jeepneys, which are often packed full. If bringing a private vehicle, prepare lots of fuel and spare equipment, as gasoline stations and mechanics are rare in the hinterlands. Baguio is one of the few cities in the Philippines outside Metro Manila that has taxi services. During weekends and holidays, traffic in the city can become a nightmare comparable with Metro Manila. ==See== Tourist attractions in the region include the world famous [[Banaue]] Rice Terraces in the province of Ifugao. This is supposedly considered as the "Eighth Wonder of the World". Natural attractions of the region include the Sumaguing Cave in [[Sagada]] and the mummy caves of Benguet and Mountain Province. There are four [[National parks and protected areas of the Philippines|national parks]] in the Cordilleras: Cassamata Hill, Mt Pulag (the third highest mountain in the Philippines with an elevation of {{m|2,922}} above sea level), Mt Data, and Balbalasang-Balbalan (in the province of Kalinga). Baguio, which was developed during the American era, has many sights dating back to that period, such as Burnham Park, Camp John Hay, the Philippine Military Academy (PMA), and the [[Art Deco]] commercial buildings along Session Road. Other sights are its pine forests, Mines View Park and the Lion’s Head. In '''Abra''', the Pinaing (Sacred) Stones in Dumayco are placed in the hollow of a huge ''balete'' (banyan) tree and symbolize the spirits of ancestors. Don Teodoro Brillantes Family Museum displays Spanish artifacts and personal mementos of the Brillantes family. The ''Tugot ni Angalo'' are huge footprints believed to be made by a giant in San Quintin. The prints are {{m|15}} long, {{m|5}} wide, and {{m|3}} m deep. Kalinga is a favorite spot for whitewater rafting along the Chico River and for getting an indigenous tattoo from Whang-od, a centenarian who lives in the remote village of Buscalan in Tinglayan town. Apayao, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, is the least explored province of the region and a favorite of nature lovers seeking unspoiled jungle and a rare sighting of the Philippine eagle in the wild. ==Do== Climb '''Mt. Pulag''': Pulag is the highest mountain on Luzon and the third highest mountain in the Philippines. It has an elevation of {{m|2922}}. Several trails can be used, the most difficult being Akiki and the easiest being Ambangeg. You will need at least two days to climb Mt. Pulag. [http://pulagclimb.blogspot.com/ Pulag Climb] offers a package includes round trip transfer from Baguio or Manila, meals, tour guide and entrance fee. Explore the stalagmites at the '''Libtec Underground River and Sibud-Sibud Cave''' in Abra Province. Participate in the '''Arya Abra Festival,''' celebrating the creation of the province, and the '''Tingguian Festival''', which features songs and dances of the Itneg (Tingguian) ethnic group. ==Buy== Shopping malls exist only in Baguio. For the rest, trade is done in public markets and small stores and groceries. Outside of Benguet, neighboring provinces serve as shopping hubs for the locals. For example, Cagayan hosts people from Kalinga and Apayao. Isabela (particularly Santiago and Roxas) hosts shoppers from Ifugao and eastern Mountain Province respectively. Nueva Vizcaya sees shoppers from Ifugao, and people in Abra go to Vigan in Ilocos Sur to shop for additional goods. ==Eat== As the region's commercial hub, Baguio has the most varied dining choices and the one most similar to Metro Manila. Outside of the city, as well as in La Trinidad, Sagada and Tabuk, the only dining choices are the roadside eateries serving Filipino and indigenous fare. The Cordilleras are the vegetable bowl of Luzon responsible for the bulk of the island's vegetable supply. Many tourists going to Baguio include the neighboring town of La Trinidad in their itinerary to buy vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and cabbages at the market exchange hosting farms from nearby towns and pick strawberries from the nearby fields. Dog meat is a common delicacy of the region that is consumed in sacrificial rituals and community feasts, although such cultural sensitivities have been abused by some restaurants in Baguio to cater to expat Koreans, resulting in news headlines of dogs being abducted from outside the Cordilleras. Outside Baguio, any protestations against eating dogs may be seen as insensitive by the indigenous population. With the exception of Abra, whose cuisine is closely related to lowland Ilocos, Cordillera cuisine is based on what thrives on the mountain slopes, with the pigs being small, dark and having heads similar to their wild cousins and the chickens being of a smaller stature. Nevertheless, the region's isolation means that rice and livestock here is more likely to be organic, although the meat, particularly the native chicken may be of a tougher texture. A typical mode of cooking here is by smoking, as seen in staples such as ''pinikpikan'' (chicken), ''etag'' (deer jerky), and ''kini-ing'' (pork). In some areas, sweet potatoes (''camote'') is substituted for rice as a staple. ==Drink== Local alcohol consists of tapuy or rice wine. A non-alcoholic albeit premium drink in Kalinga is civet coffee, made from coffee beans that are first ingested by civets and then expelled as part of their excrement. ==Stay safe== Landslides are a major danger, especially during the typhoon season. Roads in the region have more curves owing to the geography, and driving is clearly not for the inexperienced. Earthquakes are also a major hazard, with Abra being the epicenter of a major tremor in 2022. Even earthquakes originating from outside the region pose a serious threat, like the 1990 earthquake in Central Luzon that instead left the most casualties and damage in Baguio. Kalinga and parts of Abra and Mountain Province are known hotspots for the illegal cultivation of marijuana. Do not accept offers to buy or transport the drug, as you can be flagged down at police checkpoints in the region. Possession of marijuana is punishable by imprisonment. The region is one of the last strongholds of the New People’s Army. Although severely diminished, the group is known to operate in parts of Kalinga, Apayao and Abra. Other security issues include armed groups led by politicians in Abra, especially during election periods, and tribal warfare between clans that can lead to some villages being closed to visitors. This periodically flares up in Kalinga, Mountain Province, Abra and Ifugao. ==Stay healthy== Due to the high elevation and low temperatures, respiratory illnesses are common in the region. Always wear a jacket when venturing out. ==Go next== * [[Cagayan Valley]] * [[Ilocos Region]] {{outlineregion}} {{isPartOf|Luzon}} {{geo|17.166666|121.166666|zoom=9}} lca3z203aexlgih90vipmpywpm1m3vm 5328425 5328423 2026-08-14T17:09:21Z Borgenland 2282829 5328425 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cordillera Administrative Region Barling landscape.jpg}} The '''Cordilleras''' is a highland region in the northern part of [[Luzon]]. Its landscape and geography is dominated by the Cordillera Central, which also extends to parts of nearby [[Ilocos Region]] to the west and south, and [[Cagayan Valley]] to the east and north. This article only covers the area forming the '''Cordillera Administrative Region''' (CAR). The region is the homeland of the '''Igorot''', a group of various culturally-related tribes such as the Ibaloi, Tingguian, Isneg, Kalinga, Ifugao, Kankana-ey, Illian, Baliwon and many others, spread in isolated communities in the various parts of the region. Despite differences in ethnicity and language, the Igorot have commonalities in costumes, music, dances and even customs. The Igorot consider themselves culturally distinct from most Filipinos, but are also proud of their Austronesian roots. [[Image:Banaue.jpg |thumb|Banaue Rice Terraces]] In the central part of the Cordillera, rice terraces abound - from Ifugao to Mountain Province, famous of which is the Banaue Rice Terraces. The UNESCO declared five clusters of rice terraces in various towns in Ifugao as [[World Heritage Sites]]. Other hidden rice terraces can be found in Natonin, Mountain Province. Scenic terrains of cornfields can be found in Paracelis, Mountain Province, a town next to Natonin. ==Provinces== There are six provinces in the Cordillera Administrative Region: [[File:Ph cordillera.png|right|200px]] *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Abra]]|wikidata=Q13711}} — home to the Tinguian people, albeit heavily assimilated by Ilocanos due to its proximity to the Ilocos region. *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Apayao]]|wikidata=Q13728}} — the northernmost province of the region and a UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Benguet]]|wikidata=Q13750}} — home to the Ibaloy, Kankana-ey, and Kalanguya peoples *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Ifugao]]|wikidata=Q13812}} — home to Banaue Rice Terraces and other rice terraces that form a UNESCO World Heritage Site *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Kalinga]]|wikidata=Q13827}} — home of civet coffee and Whang-Od, the indigenous centenarian tattoo artist. *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Mountain Province]]|wikidata=Q13861}} — Having previously covered the other provinces above, it is now concentrated around the capital Bontoc and the hill station of Sagada. ==Cities== {{mapframe|show=city, other|zoom=8}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Baguio]]|wikidata=Q1822}} — the region’s largest city, dating back to the American era, and the “Summer Capital of the Philippines” for its cool climate * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Banaue]]|wikidata=Q806138}} — known for its stunning rice terraces * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bangued]]|wikidata=Q27995}} — the capital of Abra * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bontoc]]|wikidata=Q36025}} — the region's historic capital. Also a gateway to Sagada and locations further north * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kabugao]]|wikidata=Q30053}} — the capital of Apayao * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Lagawe]]|wikidata=Q30419}} — the capital of Ifugao * {{marker|type=city|name=[[La Trinidad (Benguet)|La Trinidad]]|wikidata=Q30351}} — The capital of Benguet and a suburb of Baguio, with an annual strawberry festival and community artwork formed by 200 painted houses * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tabuk (Kalinga)|Tabuk]]|wikidata=Q35925}} — the region's other city, capital of Kalinga and a destination for whitewater rafting ==Other destinations== [[File:Inside the Batad rice terraces.jpg|thumb|Batad rice terraces]] * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Balbalasang-Balbalan National Park]]|wikidata=Q804673}} — A wild stretch of the Cordilleras along the Abra-Kalinga boundary featuring towering peaks, hot springs and isolated villages mostly untouched by modern civilization. * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Batad]]|wikidata=|lat=16.9349|long=121.1365}} — a peaceful hamlet set amongst exhilarating views without the din of motor vehicles * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Buscalan]]|wikidata=Q14208858}} — come to get a traditional Butbut tattoo * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Mount Pulag National Park]]|wikidata=Q948670}} — the summit views of the third highest mountain in the Philippines, and also the highest in Luzon are breath-taking * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Sagada]]|wikidata=Q36090}} — famous for its beautiful caves, hanging coffins, and the serene mountains * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Kiangan]]|wikidata=Q30416}} — famous for its rice terraces and the site of General Tomoyuki Yamashita's surrender at the end of World War II * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Mayoyao]]|wikidata=Q30425}} — famous for its rice terraces and the penultimate World War II battle that led to Yamashita's surrender. ==Understand== ===History=== The Cordilleras are one of the few regions of the Philippines not significantly conquered by the Spaniards. In the late 1500s, the Spanish colonial administrators sent expeditions in search of gold, but many of these failed due to the rugged terrain and the hostile Igorot. During that time, the Igorot were historically known as fierce headhunters, feared by the colonizers. The modern Cordillera region dates back to the founding of Mountain Province during the American colonial era. Mountain Province occupied a larger region, including areas now part of Ilocos Sur and La Union, until 1920. Mountain Province covered most of the Cordillera until it was split into smaller provinces in 1967, and its territory reduced to a tenth of its original size. The Americans largely succeeded in pacifying and Christianizing the Igorot. A legacy of this is the large number of Protestants among the population and the presence of American surnames due to the practice of adopting the names of prominent teachers, missionaries or functionaries during baptismal rites. The 1970s and 1980s were marked by a conflict between the Igorot and the Philippine government. After declaring martial law in 1972, Ferdinand Marcos ordered a dam be built along the Chico River, which many Igorot tribes opposed as it would be built on their ancestral land without their consultation. Empowered by his right to order warrantless arrests, Marcos ordered the neutralization of Igorot opposition to the dam's construction, which precipitated a conflict with the Igorot which lasted until the 1980s. Following the assassination of Macli-ing Dulag, a tribal chief of the Butbut Kalinga in 1980, Marcos eventually scrapped the dam project, but the low-level conflict continued until the ousting of Marcos in 1986. The region also became a stronghold for both the communist New People’s Army (NPA), which remains active, and the separatist Cordillera People’s Liberation Army (CPLA), which stood down after the Marcos regime fell. One lasting effect of the conflict is a wish for Cordilleran autonomy; the Igorot consider themselves a distinct cultural and ethnic identity from most Filipinos. The present Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) was created in 1987 and the Ilocano majority province of [[Abra]], then grouped with Ilocos, was moved to the new region. It was intended to be made an autonomous region like the former [[Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao]] (ARMM), but laws supporting these were voted down twice in 1989 and 1997 in local referendums. There are also demands for inclusion from people in [[Nueva Vizcaya]], an province in [[Cagayan Valley]] with a significant Igorot population. ===Geography and climate=== The Cordillera region is the only landlocked region of the Philippines, being surrounded by Ilocos to the west and Cagayan Valley to the east. It is largely mountainous, being the center of the Cordillera Central of Luzon. The climate in the Cordillera is temperate in general, being cooler that the tropical lowland areas. It often sees frosts during the cool dry season from November to March (but there is no snow), and it rains a lot during the wet season. Average temperatures are generally between the mid 10s and 30s (50-86°F), and rarely reach over 30 even in dry season. Peak tourism season is during the cool period, especially during Christmas and New Year season. ===People=== The Cordillera is the ancestral land of the '''Igorot''' or the '''Cordillerans''', the collective name of about thirteen highland indigenous ethnic groups that mostly escaped Spanish colonialism. The Igorot maintain a somewhat distinct cultural and ethnic identity from Filipinos, and retain many tribal aspects of their closely related but distinct cultures. There are about 1,500,000 Igorot scattered in the country, the majority in provinces forming CAR. There are about 13 ethnic groups that are considered Igorot, the most notable being the '''Bontoc''', the '''Ibaloi''', the '''Ifugao''', the '''Isneg''', the '''Kalinga''', the '''Kalanguya''', and the '''Kankana-ey''' (pronounced ''cuhng-kuh-NUH-ee'', the "ey" correctly pronounced ee). These peoples are closely related culturally and ethnically, the primary difference being in language, and also Austronesian as most Filipinos. Most Igorot continue to practice animist tribal religions, but there are significant numbers of converts to Christianity; the majority being Catholics, Protestants or Anglicans. The Igorot, especially the Ifugao, are renowned builders of rice terraces, the most notable being the Banaue Rice Terraces. Other Igorot groups live by mining, forestry or hunting. In contrast to most of the provinces of the Cordillera, the provinces of Abra and Apayao are majority '''Ilocano'''. Ilocanos form a significant minority in the Cordilleras, and their language serve as the lingua franca. Most Ilocanos in the Cordillera came from nearby Ilocos as part of a transmigration program in the 1970s. Abra was originally majority Igorot until the 1970s. ==Talk== '''[[Ilocano phrasebook|Ilocano]]''' is the primary language throughout the region, due to Ilocano migration to the region. The Igorot speak their respective indigenous languages like Ifugao, Ibaloi, Kalinga and Kankana-ey, which are also Austronesian languages, but will generally switch to Ilocano, Tagalog or English when facing visitors. Cordillerans are known for their better proficiency in English, something to do with having been colonized late in Philippine history by the Americans and by their native languages having sounds found in English but normally absent in other Philippine languages, such as F, V and the schwa. ==Get in== Despite being centrally located between [[Ilocos Region]] and [[Cagayan Valley]], the region has limited entry points from neighboring regions and provinces due to its topographic configuration mostly of steep slopes and mountain ranges. ===By bus=== By land, major bus companies in Manila ply the route [[Manila]]-[[Baguio City|Baguio]]. Cable Tours operates night buses from Quezon City and Manila up to Bontoc. From [[Cagayan Valley]], buses ply the route from [[Solano (Philippines)|Solano]] to [[Banaue]]. From Santiago City, there are buses to [[Paracelis (Mountain Province)|Paracelis]]. From [[Tuguegarao]], there are buses to Tabuk in Kalinga and Conner in Apayao and Junction Luna in Abulug and Claveria, on the boundary with Apayao. From [[Ilocos Region]], buses from Manila go to [[Abra]] via [[Ilocos Sur]]. ===By car=== Driving to the Cordilleras is hard and dangerous due to the terrain, but they also provide a chance to see the scenery. Most roads entering the Cordilleras will be winding and bendy, and drivers must beware of the distances involved to travel between towns. The major roads into the Cordilleras are Kennon Road and Naguilian Road/Quirino Highway (Route 54), Marcos Highway/Aspiras-Palispis Highway (Route 208), Benguet-Nueva Vizcaya Road (Route 110), all which lead to Baguio. Other major highways to the Cordilleras are the Abra-Ilocos Sur Road (Route 204) from Ilocos Sur and Kalinga-Cagayan Road (Route 52) from [[Cagayan]]. Less-traveled routes connect Apayao with northern Cagayan and Abra with Ilocos Norte. ===By plane=== The region's only operating airport is '''Loakan Airport''' ({{IATA|BAG}}) in [[Baguio]]. PAL Express operated flights from [[CEB|Cebu]] from 2023 using a Bombardier Dash 8 turboprop, but it was terminated in 2024 due to low passenger numbers and the difficult terrain of the airport. Bagabag Airport in [[Nueva Vizcaya]], the nearest airport to Banaue, is served by charter flights on Platinum Skies from [[Clark International Airport|Clark]]. Other relevant airports include Cauayan Airport in Isabela, Tuguegarao Airport in Cagayan, and Laoag Airport in Ilocos Norte. ==Get around== Getting across the region is only by land, and is challenging due to the rugged terrain. The main route across the region is the '''Halsema Hwy''' (Rte 204), which connects [[Baguio]] with [[Bontoc]]. Travel is primarily by bus or jeepney, but most towns are only served by jeepneys, which are often packed full. If bringing a private vehicle, prepare lots of fuel and spare equipment, as gasoline stations and mechanics are rare in the hinterlands. Baguio is one of the few cities in the Philippines outside Metro Manila that has taxi services. During weekends and holidays, traffic in the city can become a nightmare comparable with Metro Manila. ==See== Tourist attractions in the region include the world famous [[Banaue]] Rice Terraces in the province of Ifugao. This is supposedly considered as the "Eighth Wonder of the World". Natural attractions of the region include the Sumaguing Cave in [[Sagada]] and the mummy caves of Benguet and Mountain Province. There are four [[National parks and protected areas of the Philippines|national parks]] in the Cordilleras: Cassamata Hill, Mt Pulag (the third highest mountain in the Philippines with an elevation of {{m|2,922}} above sea level), Mt Data, and Balbalasang-Balbalan (in the province of Kalinga). Baguio, which was developed during the American era, has many sights dating back to that period, such as Burnham Park, Camp John Hay, the Philippine Military Academy (PMA), and the [[Art Deco]] commercial buildings along Session Road. Other sights are its pine forests, Mines View Park and the Lion’s Head. In '''Abra''', the Pinaing (Sacred) Stones in Dumayco are placed in the hollow of a huge ''balete'' (banyan) tree and symbolize the spirits of ancestors. Don Teodoro Brillantes Family Museum displays Spanish artifacts and personal mementos of the Brillantes family. The ''Tugot ni Angalo'' are huge footprints believed to be made by a giant in San Quintin. The prints are {{m|15}} long, {{m|5}} wide, and {{m|3}} m deep. Kalinga is a favorite spot for whitewater rafting along the Chico River and for getting an indigenous tattoo from Whang-od, a centenarian who lives in the remote village of Buscalan in Tinglayan town. Apayao, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, is the least explored province of the region and a favorite of nature lovers seeking unspoiled jungle and a rare sighting of the Philippine eagle in the wild. ==Do== Climb '''Mt. Pulag''': Pulag is the highest mountain on Luzon and the third highest mountain in the Philippines. It has an elevation of {{m|2922}}. Several trails can be used, the most difficult being Akiki and the easiest being Ambangeg. You will need at least two days to climb Mt. Pulag. [http://pulagclimb.blogspot.com/ Pulag Climb] offers a package includes round trip transfer from Baguio or Manila, meals, tour guide and entrance fee. Explore the stalagmites at the '''Libtec Underground River and Sibud-Sibud Cave''' in Abra Province. Participate in the '''Arya Abra Festival,''' celebrating the creation of the province, and the '''Tingguian Festival''', which features songs and dances of the Itneg (Tingguian) ethnic group. ==Buy== Shopping malls exist only in Baguio. For the rest, trade is done in public markets and small stores and groceries. Outside of Benguet, neighboring provinces serve as shopping hubs for the locals. For example, Cagayan hosts people from Kalinga and Apayao. Isabela (particularly Santiago and Roxas) hosts shoppers from Ifugao and eastern Mountain Province respectively. Nueva Vizcaya sees shoppers from Ifugao, and people in Abra go to Vigan in Ilocos Sur to shop for additional goods. ==Eat== As the region's commercial hub, Baguio has the most varied dining choices and the one most similar to Metro Manila. Outside of the city, as well as in La Trinidad, Sagada and Tabuk, the only dining choices are the roadside eateries serving Filipino and indigenous fare. The Cordilleras are the vegetable bowl of Luzon responsible for the bulk of the island's vegetable supply. Many tourists going to Baguio include the neighboring town of La Trinidad in their itinerary to buy vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and cabbages at the market exchange hosting farms from nearby towns and pick strawberries from the nearby fields. Dog meat is a common delicacy of the region that is consumed in sacrificial rituals and community feasts, although such cultural sensitivities have been abused by some restaurants in Baguio to cater to expat Koreans, resulting in news headlines of dogs being abducted from outside the Cordilleras. Outside Baguio, any protestations against eating dogs may be seen as insensitive by the indigenous population. With the exception of Abra, whose cuisine is closely related to lowland Ilocos, Cordillera cuisine is based on what thrives on the mountain slopes, with the pigs being small, dark and having heads similar to their wild cousins and the chickens being of a smaller stature. Nevertheless, the region's isolation means that rice and livestock here is more likely to be organic, although the meat, particularly the native chicken may be of a tougher texture. A typical mode of cooking here is by smoking, as seen in staples such as ''pinikpikan'' (chicken), ''etag'' (deer jerky), and ''kini-ing'' (pork). In some areas, sweet potatoes (''camote'') is substituted for rice as a staple. ==Drink== Local alcohol consists of tapuy or rice wine. A non-alcoholic albeit premium drink in Kalinga is civet coffee, made from coffee beans that are first ingested by civets and then expelled as part of their excrement. ==Stay safe== Landslides are a major danger, especially during the typhoon season. Roads in the region have more curves owing to the geography, and driving is clearly not for the inexperienced. Earthquakes are also a major hazard, with Abra being the epicenter of a major tremor in 2022. Even earthquakes originating from outside the region pose a serious threat, like the 1990 earthquake in Central Luzon that instead left the most casualties and damage in Baguio. Kalinga and parts of Abra and Mountain Province are known hotspots for the illegal cultivation of marijuana. Do not accept offers to buy or transport the drug, as you can be flagged down at police checkpoints in the region. Possession of marijuana is punishable by imprisonment. The region is one of the last strongholds of the New People’s Army. Although severely diminished, the group is known to operate in parts of Kalinga, Apayao and Abra. Other security issues include armed groups led by politicians in Abra, especially during election periods, and tribal warfare between clans that can lead to some villages being closed to visitors. This periodically flares up in Kalinga, Mountain Province, Abra and Ifugao. ==Stay healthy== Due to the high elevation and low temperatures, respiratory illnesses are common in the region. Always wear a jacket when venturing out. ==Go next== * [[Cagayan Valley]] * [[Ilocos Region]] {{outlineregion}} {{isPartOf|Luzon}} {{geo|17.166666|121.166666|zoom=9}} ohic0w0vjn85bu3x4trx8vjtuwjxpzv 5328427 5328425 2026-08-14T17:10:13Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Other destinations */ Atok 5328427 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cordillera Administrative Region Barling landscape.jpg}} The '''Cordilleras''' is a highland region in the northern part of [[Luzon]]. Its landscape and geography is dominated by the Cordillera Central, which also extends to parts of nearby [[Ilocos Region]] to the west and south, and [[Cagayan Valley]] to the east and north. This article only covers the area forming the '''Cordillera Administrative Region''' (CAR). The region is the homeland of the '''Igorot''', a group of various culturally-related tribes such as the Ibaloi, Tingguian, Isneg, Kalinga, Ifugao, Kankana-ey, Illian, Baliwon and many others, spread in isolated communities in the various parts of the region. Despite differences in ethnicity and language, the Igorot have commonalities in costumes, music, dances and even customs. The Igorot consider themselves culturally distinct from most Filipinos, but are also proud of their Austronesian roots. [[Image:Banaue.jpg |thumb|Banaue Rice Terraces]] In the central part of the Cordillera, rice terraces abound - from Ifugao to Mountain Province, famous of which is the Banaue Rice Terraces. The UNESCO declared five clusters of rice terraces in various towns in Ifugao as [[World Heritage Sites]]. Other hidden rice terraces can be found in Natonin, Mountain Province. Scenic terrains of cornfields can be found in Paracelis, Mountain Province, a town next to Natonin. ==Provinces== There are six provinces in the Cordillera Administrative Region: [[File:Ph cordillera.png|right|200px]] *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Abra]]|wikidata=Q13711}} — home to the Tinguian people, albeit heavily assimilated by Ilocanos due to its proximity to the Ilocos region. *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Apayao]]|wikidata=Q13728}} — the northernmost province of the region and a UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Benguet]]|wikidata=Q13750}} — home to the Ibaloy, Kankana-ey, and Kalanguya peoples *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Ifugao]]|wikidata=Q13812}} — home to Banaue Rice Terraces and other rice terraces that form a UNESCO World Heritage Site *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Kalinga]]|wikidata=Q13827}} — home of civet coffee and Whang-Od, the indigenous centenarian tattoo artist. *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Mountain Province]]|wikidata=Q13861}} — Having previously covered the other provinces above, it is now concentrated around the capital Bontoc and the hill station of Sagada. ==Cities== {{mapframe|show=city, other|zoom=8}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Baguio]]|wikidata=Q1822}} — the region’s largest city, dating back to the American era, and the “Summer Capital of the Philippines” for its cool climate * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Banaue]]|wikidata=Q806138}} — known for its stunning rice terraces * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bangued]]|wikidata=Q27995}} — the capital of Abra * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bontoc]]|wikidata=Q36025}} — the region's historic capital. Also a gateway to Sagada and locations further north * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kabugao]]|wikidata=Q30053}} — the capital of Apayao * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Lagawe]]|wikidata=Q30419}} — the capital of Ifugao * {{marker|type=city|name=[[La Trinidad (Benguet)|La Trinidad]]|wikidata=Q30351}} — The capital of Benguet and a suburb of Baguio, with an annual strawberry festival and community artwork formed by 200 painted houses * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tabuk (Kalinga)|Tabuk]]|wikidata=Q35925}} — the region's other city, capital of Kalinga and a destination for whitewater rafting ==Other destinations== [[File:Inside the Batad rice terraces.jpg|thumb|Batad rice terraces]] *{{marker|name=[[Atok]]|wikidata=Q30104}} – A town known for its vegetable farms. * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Balbalasang-Balbalan National Park]]|wikidata=Q804673}} — A wild stretch of the Cordilleras along the Abra-Kalinga boundary featuring towering peaks, hot springs and isolated villages mostly untouched by modern civilization. * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Batad]]|wikidata=|lat=16.9349|long=121.1365}} — a peaceful hamlet set amongst exhilarating views without the din of motor vehicles * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Buscalan]]|wikidata=Q14208858}} — come to get a traditional Butbut tattoo * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Mount Pulag National Park]]|wikidata=Q948670}} — the summit views of the third highest mountain in the Philippines, and also the highest in Luzon are breath-taking * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Sagada]]|wikidata=Q36090}} — famous for its beautiful caves, hanging coffins, and the serene mountains * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Kiangan]]|wikidata=Q30416}} — famous for its rice terraces and the site of General Tomoyuki Yamashita's surrender at the end of World War II * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Mayoyao]]|wikidata=Q30425}} — famous for its rice terraces and the penultimate World War II battle that led to Yamashita's surrender. ==Understand== ===History=== The Cordilleras are one of the few regions of the Philippines not significantly conquered by the Spaniards. In the late 1500s, the Spanish colonial administrators sent expeditions in search of gold, but many of these failed due to the rugged terrain and the hostile Igorot. During that time, the Igorot were historically known as fierce headhunters, feared by the colonizers. The modern Cordillera region dates back to the founding of Mountain Province during the American colonial era. Mountain Province occupied a larger region, including areas now part of Ilocos Sur and La Union, until 1920. Mountain Province covered most of the Cordillera until it was split into smaller provinces in 1967, and its territory reduced to a tenth of its original size. The Americans largely succeeded in pacifying and Christianizing the Igorot. A legacy of this is the large number of Protestants among the population and the presence of American surnames due to the practice of adopting the names of prominent teachers, missionaries or functionaries during baptismal rites. The 1970s and 1980s were marked by a conflict between the Igorot and the Philippine government. After declaring martial law in 1972, Ferdinand Marcos ordered a dam be built along the Chico River, which many Igorot tribes opposed as it would be built on their ancestral land without their consultation. Empowered by his right to order warrantless arrests, Marcos ordered the neutralization of Igorot opposition to the dam's construction, which precipitated a conflict with the Igorot which lasted until the 1980s. Following the assassination of Macli-ing Dulag, a tribal chief of the Butbut Kalinga in 1980, Marcos eventually scrapped the dam project, but the low-level conflict continued until the ousting of Marcos in 1986. The region also became a stronghold for both the communist New People’s Army (NPA), which remains active, and the separatist Cordillera People’s Liberation Army (CPLA), which stood down after the Marcos regime fell. One lasting effect of the conflict is a wish for Cordilleran autonomy; the Igorot consider themselves a distinct cultural and ethnic identity from most Filipinos. The present Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) was created in 1987 and the Ilocano majority province of [[Abra]], then grouped with Ilocos, was moved to the new region. It was intended to be made an autonomous region like the former [[Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao]] (ARMM), but laws supporting these were voted down twice in 1989 and 1997 in local referendums. There are also demands for inclusion from people in [[Nueva Vizcaya]], an province in [[Cagayan Valley]] with a significant Igorot population. ===Geography and climate=== The Cordillera region is the only landlocked region of the Philippines, being surrounded by Ilocos to the west and Cagayan Valley to the east. It is largely mountainous, being the center of the Cordillera Central of Luzon. The climate in the Cordillera is temperate in general, being cooler that the tropical lowland areas. It often sees frosts during the cool dry season from November to March (but there is no snow), and it rains a lot during the wet season. Average temperatures are generally between the mid 10s and 30s (50-86°F), and rarely reach over 30 even in dry season. Peak tourism season is during the cool period, especially during Christmas and New Year season. ===People=== The Cordillera is the ancestral land of the '''Igorot''' or the '''Cordillerans''', the collective name of about thirteen highland indigenous ethnic groups that mostly escaped Spanish colonialism. The Igorot maintain a somewhat distinct cultural and ethnic identity from Filipinos, and retain many tribal aspects of their closely related but distinct cultures. There are about 1,500,000 Igorot scattered in the country, the majority in provinces forming CAR. There are about 13 ethnic groups that are considered Igorot, the most notable being the '''Bontoc''', the '''Ibaloi''', the '''Ifugao''', the '''Isneg''', the '''Kalinga''', the '''Kalanguya''', and the '''Kankana-ey''' (pronounced ''cuhng-kuh-NUH-ee'', the "ey" correctly pronounced ee). These peoples are closely related culturally and ethnically, the primary difference being in language, and also Austronesian as most Filipinos. Most Igorot continue to practice animist tribal religions, but there are significant numbers of converts to Christianity; the majority being Catholics, Protestants or Anglicans. The Igorot, especially the Ifugao, are renowned builders of rice terraces, the most notable being the Banaue Rice Terraces. Other Igorot groups live by mining, forestry or hunting. In contrast to most of the provinces of the Cordillera, the provinces of Abra and Apayao are majority '''Ilocano'''. Ilocanos form a significant minority in the Cordilleras, and their language serve as the lingua franca. Most Ilocanos in the Cordillera came from nearby Ilocos as part of a transmigration program in the 1970s. Abra was originally majority Igorot until the 1970s. ==Talk== '''[[Ilocano phrasebook|Ilocano]]''' is the primary language throughout the region, due to Ilocano migration to the region. The Igorot speak their respective indigenous languages like Ifugao, Ibaloi, Kalinga and Kankana-ey, which are also Austronesian languages, but will generally switch to Ilocano, Tagalog or English when facing visitors. Cordillerans are known for their better proficiency in English, something to do with having been colonized late in Philippine history by the Americans and by their native languages having sounds found in English but normally absent in other Philippine languages, such as F, V and the schwa. ==Get in== Despite being centrally located between [[Ilocos Region]] and [[Cagayan Valley]], the region has limited entry points from neighboring regions and provinces due to its topographic configuration mostly of steep slopes and mountain ranges. ===By bus=== By land, major bus companies in Manila ply the route [[Manila]]-[[Baguio City|Baguio]]. Cable Tours operates night buses from Quezon City and Manila up to Bontoc. From [[Cagayan Valley]], buses ply the route from [[Solano (Philippines)|Solano]] to [[Banaue]]. From Santiago City, there are buses to [[Paracelis (Mountain Province)|Paracelis]]. From [[Tuguegarao]], there are buses to Tabuk in Kalinga and Conner in Apayao and Junction Luna in Abulug and Claveria, on the boundary with Apayao. From [[Ilocos Region]], buses from Manila go to [[Abra]] via [[Ilocos Sur]]. ===By car=== Driving to the Cordilleras is hard and dangerous due to the terrain, but they also provide a chance to see the scenery. Most roads entering the Cordilleras will be winding and bendy, and drivers must beware of the distances involved to travel between towns. The major roads into the Cordilleras are Kennon Road and Naguilian Road/Quirino Highway (Route 54), Marcos Highway/Aspiras-Palispis Highway (Route 208), Benguet-Nueva Vizcaya Road (Route 110), all which lead to Baguio. Other major highways to the Cordilleras are the Abra-Ilocos Sur Road (Route 204) from Ilocos Sur and Kalinga-Cagayan Road (Route 52) from [[Cagayan]]. Less-traveled routes connect Apayao with northern Cagayan and Abra with Ilocos Norte. ===By plane=== The region's only operating airport is '''Loakan Airport''' ({{IATA|BAG}}) in [[Baguio]]. PAL Express operated flights from [[CEB|Cebu]] from 2023 using a Bombardier Dash 8 turboprop, but it was terminated in 2024 due to low passenger numbers and the difficult terrain of the airport. Bagabag Airport in [[Nueva Vizcaya]], the nearest airport to Banaue, is served by charter flights on Platinum Skies from [[Clark International Airport|Clark]]. Other relevant airports include Cauayan Airport in Isabela, Tuguegarao Airport in Cagayan, and Laoag Airport in Ilocos Norte. ==Get around== Getting across the region is only by land, and is challenging due to the rugged terrain. The main route across the region is the '''Halsema Hwy''' (Rte 204), which connects [[Baguio]] with [[Bontoc]]. Travel is primarily by bus or jeepney, but most towns are only served by jeepneys, which are often packed full. If bringing a private vehicle, prepare lots of fuel and spare equipment, as gasoline stations and mechanics are rare in the hinterlands. Baguio is one of the few cities in the Philippines outside Metro Manila that has taxi services. During weekends and holidays, traffic in the city can become a nightmare comparable with Metro Manila. ==See== Tourist attractions in the region include the world famous [[Banaue]] Rice Terraces in the province of Ifugao. This is supposedly considered as the "Eighth Wonder of the World". Natural attractions of the region include the Sumaguing Cave in [[Sagada]] and the mummy caves of Benguet and Mountain Province. There are four [[National parks and protected areas of the Philippines|national parks]] in the Cordilleras: Cassamata Hill, Mt Pulag (the third highest mountain in the Philippines with an elevation of {{m|2,922}} above sea level), Mt Data, and Balbalasang-Balbalan (in the province of Kalinga). Baguio, which was developed during the American era, has many sights dating back to that period, such as Burnham Park, Camp John Hay, the Philippine Military Academy (PMA), and the [[Art Deco]] commercial buildings along Session Road. Other sights are its pine forests, Mines View Park and the Lion’s Head. In '''Abra''', the Pinaing (Sacred) Stones in Dumayco are placed in the hollow of a huge ''balete'' (banyan) tree and symbolize the spirits of ancestors. Don Teodoro Brillantes Family Museum displays Spanish artifacts and personal mementos of the Brillantes family. The ''Tugot ni Angalo'' are huge footprints believed to be made by a giant in San Quintin. The prints are {{m|15}} long, {{m|5}} wide, and {{m|3}} m deep. Kalinga is a favorite spot for whitewater rafting along the Chico River and for getting an indigenous tattoo from Whang-od, a centenarian who lives in the remote village of Buscalan in Tinglayan town. Apayao, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, is the least explored province of the region and a favorite of nature lovers seeking unspoiled jungle and a rare sighting of the Philippine eagle in the wild. ==Do== Climb '''Mt. Pulag''': Pulag is the highest mountain on Luzon and the third highest mountain in the Philippines. It has an elevation of {{m|2922}}. Several trails can be used, the most difficult being Akiki and the easiest being Ambangeg. You will need at least two days to climb Mt. Pulag. [http://pulagclimb.blogspot.com/ Pulag Climb] offers a package includes round trip transfer from Baguio or Manila, meals, tour guide and entrance fee. Explore the stalagmites at the '''Libtec Underground River and Sibud-Sibud Cave''' in Abra Province. Participate in the '''Arya Abra Festival,''' celebrating the creation of the province, and the '''Tingguian Festival''', which features songs and dances of the Itneg (Tingguian) ethnic group. ==Buy== Shopping malls exist only in Baguio. For the rest, trade is done in public markets and small stores and groceries. Outside of Benguet, neighboring provinces serve as shopping hubs for the locals. For example, Cagayan hosts people from Kalinga and Apayao. Isabela (particularly Santiago and Roxas) hosts shoppers from Ifugao and eastern Mountain Province respectively. Nueva Vizcaya sees shoppers from Ifugao, and people in Abra go to Vigan in Ilocos Sur to shop for additional goods. ==Eat== As the region's commercial hub, Baguio has the most varied dining choices and the one most similar to Metro Manila. Outside of the city, as well as in La Trinidad, Sagada and Tabuk, the only dining choices are the roadside eateries serving Filipino and indigenous fare. The Cordilleras are the vegetable bowl of Luzon responsible for the bulk of the island's vegetable supply. Many tourists going to Baguio include the neighboring town of La Trinidad in their itinerary to buy vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and cabbages at the market exchange hosting farms from nearby towns and pick strawberries from the nearby fields. Dog meat is a common delicacy of the region that is consumed in sacrificial rituals and community feasts, although such cultural sensitivities have been abused by some restaurants in Baguio to cater to expat Koreans, resulting in news headlines of dogs being abducted from outside the Cordilleras. Outside Baguio, any protestations against eating dogs may be seen as insensitive by the indigenous population. With the exception of Abra, whose cuisine is closely related to lowland Ilocos, Cordillera cuisine is based on what thrives on the mountain slopes, with the pigs being small, dark and having heads similar to their wild cousins and the chickens being of a smaller stature. Nevertheless, the region's isolation means that rice and livestock here is more likely to be organic, although the meat, particularly the native chicken may be of a tougher texture. A typical mode of cooking here is by smoking, as seen in staples such as ''pinikpikan'' (chicken), ''etag'' (deer jerky), and ''kini-ing'' (pork). In some areas, sweet potatoes (''camote'') is substituted for rice as a staple. ==Drink== Local alcohol consists of tapuy or rice wine. A non-alcoholic albeit premium drink in Kalinga is civet coffee, made from coffee beans that are first ingested by civets and then expelled as part of their excrement. ==Stay safe== Landslides are a major danger, especially during the typhoon season. Roads in the region have more curves owing to the geography, and driving is clearly not for the inexperienced. Earthquakes are also a major hazard, with Abra being the epicenter of a major tremor in 2022. Even earthquakes originating from outside the region pose a serious threat, like the 1990 earthquake in Central Luzon that instead left the most casualties and damage in Baguio. Kalinga and parts of Abra and Mountain Province are known hotspots for the illegal cultivation of marijuana. Do not accept offers to buy or transport the drug, as you can be flagged down at police checkpoints in the region. Possession of marijuana is punishable by imprisonment. The region is one of the last strongholds of the New People’s Army. Although severely diminished, the group is known to operate in parts of Kalinga, Apayao and Abra. Other security issues include armed groups led by politicians in Abra, especially during election periods, and tribal warfare between clans that can lead to some villages being closed to visitors. This periodically flares up in Kalinga, Mountain Province, Abra and Ifugao. ==Stay healthy== Due to the high elevation and low temperatures, respiratory illnesses are common in the region. Always wear a jacket when venturing out. ==Go next== * [[Cagayan Valley]] * [[Ilocos Region]] {{outlineregion}} {{isPartOf|Luzon}} {{geo|17.166666|121.166666|zoom=9}} c7fnplmk9uajt16o9n27p2352akk9mo 5328428 5328427 2026-08-14T17:11:05Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Other destinations */ 5328428 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Cordillera Administrative Region Barling landscape.jpg}} The '''Cordilleras''' is a highland region in the northern part of [[Luzon]]. Its landscape and geography is dominated by the Cordillera Central, which also extends to parts of nearby [[Ilocos Region]] to the west and south, and [[Cagayan Valley]] to the east and north. This article only covers the area forming the '''Cordillera Administrative Region''' (CAR). The region is the homeland of the '''Igorot''', a group of various culturally-related tribes such as the Ibaloi, Tingguian, Isneg, Kalinga, Ifugao, Kankana-ey, Illian, Baliwon and many others, spread in isolated communities in the various parts of the region. Despite differences in ethnicity and language, the Igorot have commonalities in costumes, music, dances and even customs. The Igorot consider themselves culturally distinct from most Filipinos, but are also proud of their Austronesian roots. [[Image:Banaue.jpg |thumb|Banaue Rice Terraces]] In the central part of the Cordillera, rice terraces abound - from Ifugao to Mountain Province, famous of which is the Banaue Rice Terraces. The UNESCO declared five clusters of rice terraces in various towns in Ifugao as [[World Heritage Sites]]. Other hidden rice terraces can be found in Natonin, Mountain Province. Scenic terrains of cornfields can be found in Paracelis, Mountain Province, a town next to Natonin. ==Provinces== There are six provinces in the Cordillera Administrative Region: [[File:Ph cordillera.png|right|200px]] *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Abra]]|wikidata=Q13711}} — home to the Tinguian people, albeit heavily assimilated by Ilocanos due to its proximity to the Ilocos region. *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Apayao]]|wikidata=Q13728}} — the northernmost province of the region and a UNESCO-designated biosphere reserve *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Benguet]]|wikidata=Q13750}} — home to the Ibaloy, Kankana-ey, and Kalanguya peoples *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Ifugao]]|wikidata=Q13812}} — home to Banaue Rice Terraces and other rice terraces that form a UNESCO World Heritage Site *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Kalinga]]|wikidata=Q13827}} — home of civet coffee and Whang-Od, the indigenous centenarian tattoo artist. *{{marker|type=district|name=[[Mountain Province]]|wikidata=Q13861}} — Having previously covered the other provinces above, it is now concentrated around the capital Bontoc and the hill station of Sagada. ==Cities== {{mapframe|show=city, other|zoom=8}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Baguio]]|wikidata=Q1822}} — the region’s largest city, dating back to the American era, and the “Summer Capital of the Philippines” for its cool climate * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Banaue]]|wikidata=Q806138}} — known for its stunning rice terraces * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bangued]]|wikidata=Q27995}} — the capital of Abra * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bontoc]]|wikidata=Q36025}} — the region's historic capital. Also a gateway to Sagada and locations further north * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kabugao]]|wikidata=Q30053}} — the capital of Apayao * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Lagawe]]|wikidata=Q30419}} — the capital of Ifugao * {{marker|type=city|name=[[La Trinidad (Benguet)|La Trinidad]]|wikidata=Q30351}} — The capital of Benguet and a suburb of Baguio, with an annual strawberry festival and community artwork formed by 200 painted houses * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tabuk (Kalinga)|Tabuk]]|wikidata=Q35925}} — the region's other city, capital of Kalinga and a destination for whitewater rafting ==Other destinations== [[File:Inside the Batad rice terraces.jpg|thumb|Batad rice terraces]] * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Atok]]|wikidata=Q30104}} – A town known for its vegetable farms. * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Balbalasang-Balbalan National Park]]|wikidata=Q804673}} — A wild stretch of the Cordilleras along the Abra-Kalinga boundary featuring towering peaks, hot springs and isolated villages mostly untouched by modern civilization. * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Batad]]|wikidata=|lat=16.9349|long=121.1365}} — a peaceful hamlet set amongst exhilarating views without the din of motor vehicles * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Buscalan]]|wikidata=Q14208858}} — come to get a traditional Butbut tattoo * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Mount Pulag National Park]]|wikidata=Q948670}} — the summit views of the third highest mountain in the Philippines, and also the highest in Luzon are breath-taking * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Sagada]]|wikidata=Q36090}} — famous for its beautiful caves, hanging coffins, and the serene mountains * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Kiangan]]|wikidata=Q30416}} — famous for its rice terraces and the site of General Tomoyuki Yamashita's surrender at the end of World War II * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Mayoyao]]|wikidata=Q30425}} — famous for its rice terraces and the penultimate World War II battle that led to Yamashita's surrender. ==Understand== ===History=== The Cordilleras are one of the few regions of the Philippines not significantly conquered by the Spaniards. In the late 1500s, the Spanish colonial administrators sent expeditions in search of gold, but many of these failed due to the rugged terrain and the hostile Igorot. During that time, the Igorot were historically known as fierce headhunters, feared by the colonizers. The modern Cordillera region dates back to the founding of Mountain Province during the American colonial era. Mountain Province occupied a larger region, including areas now part of Ilocos Sur and La Union, until 1920. Mountain Province covered most of the Cordillera until it was split into smaller provinces in 1967, and its territory reduced to a tenth of its original size. The Americans largely succeeded in pacifying and Christianizing the Igorot. A legacy of this is the large number of Protestants among the population and the presence of American surnames due to the practice of adopting the names of prominent teachers, missionaries or functionaries during baptismal rites. The 1970s and 1980s were marked by a conflict between the Igorot and the Philippine government. After declaring martial law in 1972, Ferdinand Marcos ordered a dam be built along the Chico River, which many Igorot tribes opposed as it would be built on their ancestral land without their consultation. Empowered by his right to order warrantless arrests, Marcos ordered the neutralization of Igorot opposition to the dam's construction, which precipitated a conflict with the Igorot which lasted until the 1980s. Following the assassination of Macli-ing Dulag, a tribal chief of the Butbut Kalinga in 1980, Marcos eventually scrapped the dam project, but the low-level conflict continued until the ousting of Marcos in 1986. The region also became a stronghold for both the communist New People’s Army (NPA), which remains active, and the separatist Cordillera People’s Liberation Army (CPLA), which stood down after the Marcos regime fell. One lasting effect of the conflict is a wish for Cordilleran autonomy; the Igorot consider themselves a distinct cultural and ethnic identity from most Filipinos. The present Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) was created in 1987 and the Ilocano majority province of [[Abra]], then grouped with Ilocos, was moved to the new region. It was intended to be made an autonomous region like the former [[Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao]] (ARMM), but laws supporting these were voted down twice in 1989 and 1997 in local referendums. There are also demands for inclusion from people in [[Nueva Vizcaya]], an province in [[Cagayan Valley]] with a significant Igorot population. ===Geography and climate=== The Cordillera region is the only landlocked region of the Philippines, being surrounded by Ilocos to the west and Cagayan Valley to the east. It is largely mountainous, being the center of the Cordillera Central of Luzon. The climate in the Cordillera is temperate in general, being cooler that the tropical lowland areas. It often sees frosts during the cool dry season from November to March (but there is no snow), and it rains a lot during the wet season. Average temperatures are generally between the mid 10s and 30s (50-86°F), and rarely reach over 30 even in dry season. Peak tourism season is during the cool period, especially during Christmas and New Year season. ===People=== The Cordillera is the ancestral land of the '''Igorot''' or the '''Cordillerans''', the collective name of about thirteen highland indigenous ethnic groups that mostly escaped Spanish colonialism. The Igorot maintain a somewhat distinct cultural and ethnic identity from Filipinos, and retain many tribal aspects of their closely related but distinct cultures. There are about 1,500,000 Igorot scattered in the country, the majority in provinces forming CAR. There are about 13 ethnic groups that are considered Igorot, the most notable being the '''Bontoc''', the '''Ibaloi''', the '''Ifugao''', the '''Isneg''', the '''Kalinga''', the '''Kalanguya''', and the '''Kankana-ey''' (pronounced ''cuhng-kuh-NUH-ee'', the "ey" correctly pronounced ee). These peoples are closely related culturally and ethnically, the primary difference being in language, and also Austronesian as most Filipinos. Most Igorot continue to practice animist tribal religions, but there are significant numbers of converts to Christianity; the majority being Catholics, Protestants or Anglicans. The Igorot, especially the Ifugao, are renowned builders of rice terraces, the most notable being the Banaue Rice Terraces. Other Igorot groups live by mining, forestry or hunting. In contrast to most of the provinces of the Cordillera, the provinces of Abra and Apayao are majority '''Ilocano'''. Ilocanos form a significant minority in the Cordilleras, and their language serve as the lingua franca. Most Ilocanos in the Cordillera came from nearby Ilocos as part of a transmigration program in the 1970s. Abra was originally majority Igorot until the 1970s. ==Talk== '''[[Ilocano phrasebook|Ilocano]]''' is the primary language throughout the region, due to Ilocano migration to the region. The Igorot speak their respective indigenous languages like Ifugao, Ibaloi, Kalinga and Kankana-ey, which are also Austronesian languages, but will generally switch to Ilocano, Tagalog or English when facing visitors. Cordillerans are known for their better proficiency in English, something to do with having been colonized late in Philippine history by the Americans and by their native languages having sounds found in English but normally absent in other Philippine languages, such as F, V and the schwa. ==Get in== Despite being centrally located between [[Ilocos Region]] and [[Cagayan Valley]], the region has limited entry points from neighboring regions and provinces due to its topographic configuration mostly of steep slopes and mountain ranges. ===By bus=== By land, major bus companies in Manila ply the route [[Manila]]-[[Baguio City|Baguio]]. Cable Tours operates night buses from Quezon City and Manila up to Bontoc. From [[Cagayan Valley]], buses ply the route from [[Solano (Philippines)|Solano]] to [[Banaue]]. From Santiago City, there are buses to [[Paracelis (Mountain Province)|Paracelis]]. From [[Tuguegarao]], there are buses to Tabuk in Kalinga and Conner in Apayao and Junction Luna in Abulug and Claveria, on the boundary with Apayao. From [[Ilocos Region]], buses from Manila go to [[Abra]] via [[Ilocos Sur]]. ===By car=== Driving to the Cordilleras is hard and dangerous due to the terrain, but they also provide a chance to see the scenery. Most roads entering the Cordilleras will be winding and bendy, and drivers must beware of the distances involved to travel between towns. The major roads into the Cordilleras are Kennon Road and Naguilian Road/Quirino Highway (Route 54), Marcos Highway/Aspiras-Palispis Highway (Route 208), Benguet-Nueva Vizcaya Road (Route 110), all which lead to Baguio. Other major highways to the Cordilleras are the Abra-Ilocos Sur Road (Route 204) from Ilocos Sur and Kalinga-Cagayan Road (Route 52) from [[Cagayan]]. Less-traveled routes connect Apayao with northern Cagayan and Abra with Ilocos Norte. ===By plane=== The region's only operating airport is '''Loakan Airport''' ({{IATA|BAG}}) in [[Baguio]]. PAL Express operated flights from [[CEB|Cebu]] from 2023 using a Bombardier Dash 8 turboprop, but it was terminated in 2024 due to low passenger numbers and the difficult terrain of the airport. Bagabag Airport in [[Nueva Vizcaya]], the nearest airport to Banaue, is served by charter flights on Platinum Skies from [[Clark International Airport|Clark]]. Other relevant airports include Cauayan Airport in Isabela, Tuguegarao Airport in Cagayan, and Laoag Airport in Ilocos Norte. ==Get around== Getting across the region is only by land, and is challenging due to the rugged terrain. The main route across the region is the '''Halsema Hwy''' (Rte 204), which connects [[Baguio]] with [[Bontoc]]. Travel is primarily by bus or jeepney, but most towns are only served by jeepneys, which are often packed full. If bringing a private vehicle, prepare lots of fuel and spare equipment, as gasoline stations and mechanics are rare in the hinterlands. Baguio is one of the few cities in the Philippines outside Metro Manila that has taxi services. During weekends and holidays, traffic in the city can become a nightmare comparable with Metro Manila. ==See== Tourist attractions in the region include the world famous [[Banaue]] Rice Terraces in the province of Ifugao. This is supposedly considered as the "Eighth Wonder of the World". Natural attractions of the region include the Sumaguing Cave in [[Sagada]] and the mummy caves of Benguet and Mountain Province. There are four [[National parks and protected areas of the Philippines|national parks]] in the Cordilleras: Cassamata Hill, Mt Pulag (the third highest mountain in the Philippines with an elevation of {{m|2,922}} above sea level), Mt Data, and Balbalasang-Balbalan (in the province of Kalinga). Baguio, which was developed during the American era, has many sights dating back to that period, such as Burnham Park, Camp John Hay, the Philippine Military Academy (PMA), and the [[Art Deco]] commercial buildings along Session Road. Other sights are its pine forests, Mines View Park and the Lion’s Head. In '''Abra''', the Pinaing (Sacred) Stones in Dumayco are placed in the hollow of a huge ''balete'' (banyan) tree and symbolize the spirits of ancestors. Don Teodoro Brillantes Family Museum displays Spanish artifacts and personal mementos of the Brillantes family. The ''Tugot ni Angalo'' are huge footprints believed to be made by a giant in San Quintin. The prints are {{m|15}} long, {{m|5}} wide, and {{m|3}} m deep. Kalinga is a favorite spot for whitewater rafting along the Chico River and for getting an indigenous tattoo from Whang-od, a centenarian who lives in the remote village of Buscalan in Tinglayan town. Apayao, a UNESCO biosphere reserve, is the least explored province of the region and a favorite of nature lovers seeking unspoiled jungle and a rare sighting of the Philippine eagle in the wild. ==Do== Climb '''Mt. Pulag''': Pulag is the highest mountain on Luzon and the third highest mountain in the Philippines. It has an elevation of {{m|2922}}. Several trails can be used, the most difficult being Akiki and the easiest being Ambangeg. You will need at least two days to climb Mt. Pulag. [http://pulagclimb.blogspot.com/ Pulag Climb] offers a package includes round trip transfer from Baguio or Manila, meals, tour guide and entrance fee. Explore the stalagmites at the '''Libtec Underground River and Sibud-Sibud Cave''' in Abra Province. Participate in the '''Arya Abra Festival,''' celebrating the creation of the province, and the '''Tingguian Festival''', which features songs and dances of the Itneg (Tingguian) ethnic group. ==Buy== Shopping malls exist only in Baguio. For the rest, trade is done in public markets and small stores and groceries. Outside of Benguet, neighboring provinces serve as shopping hubs for the locals. For example, Cagayan hosts people from Kalinga and Apayao. Isabela (particularly Santiago and Roxas) hosts shoppers from Ifugao and eastern Mountain Province respectively. Nueva Vizcaya sees shoppers from Ifugao, and people in Abra go to Vigan in Ilocos Sur to shop for additional goods. ==Eat== As the region's commercial hub, Baguio has the most varied dining choices and the one most similar to Metro Manila. Outside of the city, as well as in La Trinidad, Sagada and Tabuk, the only dining choices are the roadside eateries serving Filipino and indigenous fare. The Cordilleras are the vegetable bowl of Luzon responsible for the bulk of the island's vegetable supply. Many tourists going to Baguio include the neighboring town of La Trinidad in their itinerary to buy vegetables such as potatoes, carrots and cabbages at the market exchange hosting farms from nearby towns and pick strawberries from the nearby fields. Dog meat is a common delicacy of the region that is consumed in sacrificial rituals and community feasts, although such cultural sensitivities have been abused by some restaurants in Baguio to cater to expat Koreans, resulting in news headlines of dogs being abducted from outside the Cordilleras. Outside Baguio, any protestations against eating dogs may be seen as insensitive by the indigenous population. With the exception of Abra, whose cuisine is closely related to lowland Ilocos, Cordillera cuisine is based on what thrives on the mountain slopes, with the pigs being small, dark and having heads similar to their wild cousins and the chickens being of a smaller stature. Nevertheless, the region's isolation means that rice and livestock here is more likely to be organic, although the meat, particularly the native chicken may be of a tougher texture. A typical mode of cooking here is by smoking, as seen in staples such as ''pinikpikan'' (chicken), ''etag'' (deer jerky), and ''kini-ing'' (pork). In some areas, sweet potatoes (''camote'') is substituted for rice as a staple. ==Drink== Local alcohol consists of tapuy or rice wine. A non-alcoholic albeit premium drink in Kalinga is civet coffee, made from coffee beans that are first ingested by civets and then expelled as part of their excrement. ==Stay safe== Landslides are a major danger, especially during the typhoon season. Roads in the region have more curves owing to the geography, and driving is clearly not for the inexperienced. Earthquakes are also a major hazard, with Abra being the epicenter of a major tremor in 2022. Even earthquakes originating from outside the region pose a serious threat, like the 1990 earthquake in Central Luzon that instead left the most casualties and damage in Baguio. Kalinga and parts of Abra and Mountain Province are known hotspots for the illegal cultivation of marijuana. Do not accept offers to buy or transport the drug, as you can be flagged down at police checkpoints in the region. Possession of marijuana is punishable by imprisonment. The region is one of the last strongholds of the New People’s Army. Although severely diminished, the group is known to operate in parts of Kalinga, Apayao and Abra. Other security issues include armed groups led by politicians in Abra, especially during election periods, and tribal warfare between clans that can lead to some villages being closed to visitors. This periodically flares up in Kalinga, Mountain Province, Abra and Ifugao. ==Stay healthy== Due to the high elevation and low temperatures, respiratory illnesses are common in the region. Always wear a jacket when venturing out. ==Go next== * [[Cagayan Valley]] * [[Ilocos Region]] {{outlineregion}} {{isPartOf|Luzon}} {{geo|17.166666|121.166666|zoom=9}} lhhvy1jx0glr2zvhi56zkj6uo7yygcf 0 9256 5328726 5320435 2026-08-15T10:05:59Z ~2026-44685-40 2437617 /* Budget */ Updated listing for Eettafel Sint Jansbrug 5328726 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Delft Wikivoyage Banner (5).jpg|caption=Delft is famous for "delftware", the white-glazed pottery with intricate blue decorations. Pictured is one of the shops of modern delftware producer PAAUW, completely painted in delftware colours.}} '''Delft''' is a mid-sized city in the west of the [[Netherlands]]. It's a beautiful, unspoiled town with traditional architecture, canals and bikes. It's also home to the world famous blue and white ceramics. Delft makes a great destination for a day-trip or can serve as a base to explore the region. And if the bustling crowds of Amsterdam are not really your thing, Delft is a lovely alternative, offering an equally interesting insight into the cultural wealth of old "Holland", on a far more intimate scale. [[Image:DelftCanal.jpg|thumb|Oude Delft with terrace-boats]] ==Understand== Delft was founded as a town in 1075. Its name is derived from the Dutch word 'delven' which means ''delve'' or ''digging''. Delft's oldest canal is called The Old Delft (de Oude Delft). Delft expanded around it; later on many other city-canals were dug as life lines through the city. These ''grachten'' are still the pride of Delft. In 1246 Delft received city rights, granted by Holland's Count William II. Delft grew prosperous and new neighbourhoods were added to the city. In 1355 it reached the size it would remain at until the 1900s. In 1536 a great fire destroyed 2300 houses. The most likely cause was lightning striking the tower of The New Church. About 100 years later, in 1654, an explosion destroyed large parts of town; a warehouse with 36 000&nbsp;kg of gunpowder blew up. A new warehouse (Kruithuis) was later built, outside the city perimeter. [[Image:nieuwe-kerk.jpg|thumb|Nieuwe Kerk]]Delft has long been a centre of art and science. With the foundation of the Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie (East India Company) in 1602, Delft also became a trading center. The VOC was at one time the largest trading company in the world, with a huge fleet and offices all over Asia. One of the Dutch offices was in Delft. In 1842, the Royal Academy for Civil Engineering (Koninklijke Academie ter opleiding van Burgerlijke Ingenieurs) was founded. Now known as Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), it is Delft's biggest employer. About 13,000 students study in Delft. * {{listing | name= VVV Delft| alt=Tourist Information | url=https://www.indelft.nl/en/plan-your-visit/tourist-information | email=vvv@delftmarketing.nl | address=Stationsplein 7 | lat=52.007487 | long=4.35637 | directions= | phone= +31 15 215 40 52| tollfree= | fax= | hours=April-September: Su M 10:00-16:00, Tu-Sa 10:00-17:00; October-March: Su M 11:00-15:00, Tu-Sa 10:00-16:00; closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day | price= | lastedit=2024-06-09 | content=All you want to know about Delft. Sells maps, books and tours. }} ==Get in== ===By plane=== '''Amsterdam Airport Schiphol''' ({{IATA|AMS}}) is 45 min away by direct connection train. If you prearrange a taxi to pick you up at Schiphol, expect to pay at least €60 to Delft. As such, the train is the best option. '''Rotterdam The Hague Airport''' ({{IATA|RTM}}) is only a few kilometres away but since there is no direct public transport connection it takes around 45 minutes. Travel via ''Rotterdam Centraal'' station, where you can take a train. Either take bus 33 directly to Rotterdam Centraal, or the other direction to ''Meijersplein Metro'' where you can take metro line E to Rotterdam Centraal (direction ''Slinge''). When taking an airport taxi from Rotterdam The Hague Airport, expect to pay about €35 for the trip. Other, cheaper, options are prearranged taxis from Delft. ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in the Netherlands}} There are 2 railway stations in Delft. * {{go | name=Delft | alt= | url= https://www.ns.nl/| email= | address= | lat=52.007548 | long=4.356557 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q800653 | lastedit=2019-11-30 | content=Main station near the city centre and also the best for most of the university. Among the popular direct train connections run are: ''Den Haag Centraal'' (15-20 min) or ''Den Haag HS'' (Hollands Spoor, ~10 min), ''Rotterdam Centraal'' (~15 min), ''Schiphol Airport'' (~35 min), ''Amsterdam Centraal'' (~1 hr). }} * {{go | name= Delft Campus| alt= formerly Delft Zuid | url= | email= | address= | lat=51.9903 | long=4.3651 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-09-14 | content=It serves the southern residential areas and the southern part of the University quarter, this station is also closest to the historic site 'Het Kruithuis'. Only served by sprinter (stopping train) service. }} ===By tram=== On the trams you must use the [[OV-chipkaart]] or day-pass. ====From The Hague==== Delft is a short tram ride from The Hague by tram. Tram {{rint|denhaag|1}} runs from Scheveningen, through the middle of The Hague and Den Haag HS to Delft. Travelling time is approximately 30 min from The Hague (Centrum) to Delft. From Scheveningen to Delft the journey takes 45 minutes. ====From Leidschendam-Voorburg==== You can take tram {{rint|denhaag|19}} from Leidschenhage to its end point at Delft's train station. From Leidschenhage to Delft it takes 40 minutes. Leidschenhage is on the route of trams {{rint|denhaag|2}} and {{rint|denhaag|6}}. ===By car=== Delft, between the A4 and A13 motorways, is easily reached by car. Both highways are easily accessible both from Amsterdam/Schiphol and from Rotterdam. Delft has three exits off the A13 motorway. The city centre is best reached via exit Delft (exit 9). During the weekend this exit can be busy with IKEA shoppers. Then take the North exit (exit 8), or the South exit (exit 10) to reach the University. From the A4 motorway, take exit 14. Then, go along the Kruithuisweg (N470), until the third stoplight. Turn left, then follow signs to 'centrum'. Once you are there, follow the 'P' of your choice. It is best to go to P Zuidpoort. ===By bus=== Buses from The Hague and Rotterdam terminate at Delft railway station. Tram line {{rint|denhaag|1}} from Den Haag (HS) runs to Delft and has stops near the city center and railway station. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|52.012|4.360|zoom=14|width=520|height=560|layer=W|lang=en}} {{mapshapes|Q1429361|stroke-width=2}} <!-- Tram lines --> ===By public transport=== Local public transport in the town is a part of the public transport system of the [[Hague#By public transport|Hague]]. The historical centre of Delft is small enough to be explored on foot, but local public transport could be used to reach the Hague and come back. [[Hague#HTM travel cards|HTM travel cards]] are also valid here. There are two frequent tram routes that run north of the city center, although there are several suburban/regional bus routes operated by [https://www.ebs-ov.nl/haaglanden/ EBS] as well. These are better suited to travelling between towns not directly connected by rail. ===By foot=== Walking: the centre is small enough to walk across in ten minutes. Most streets in the city centre are pedestrianized. But do take care: taxis are allowed to use these streets. Especially at night they drive at inappropriate speeds. When walking through town make sure you leave room for traffic on bikes. The locals are zooming around going about on their daily business.The locals are usually aware of tourists looking up at the gables and are ready for unexpected side steps, but do try to keep an eye on the traffic. A collision with a bike can ruin your whole day. Walking around without a top is considered uncouth. ===By bicycle=== The Netherlands is a perfect country for cycling. The land is flat, the views broad and cycle paths are everywhere. For the Dutch cycling is not only useful for the daily commute but also considered an excellent leisure activity. Inexperienced cyclists are few and far between. Cyclist are expected to ride their bikes in an assertive way. If you have a wobbly and uncertain trajectory, cars tend to overtake. This would make the cycling experience a harrowing experience. But realize that even if you have right of way, a car is still a lot harder than you. Inside the Delft canal streets, most locals will mount the pavement shortly to let cars past on the canals where possible. This is just courteous because the next time when you are driving the car you hope to be let through as well. At the train station in Delft you can rent bicycles. To rent a bike you will need a valid ID and a deposit (€50 for a simple bike or €145 for a tandem). The rental fee for a normal bike with a back-pedal brake will be {{EUR|7.50}} per day. (including insurance cover for theft). Often it is possible to rent a bike with gears or one with electric assistance. Especially if you are with a group it is best to reserve the bikes per telephone (+31 15-2143033) beforehand. Make sure you understand the traffic rules before you set off. ===By taxi=== *[http://www.call-taxi.nl Call-taxi]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} telephone: +31 15 2625425 *[http://www.ataxidelft.nl A Taxi Delft] telephone: +31 15 2612121 *[http://www.dtdeltax.nl Deltax] telephone: +31 15 2191919 *[http://www.lextax.nl Lextax VOF]{{Dead link|date=2023-01 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} telephone: 015 2621211 * {{go | name=Botlektaxi | alt= | url=https://botlektaxi.nl/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 10-6666606 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-12 | content= }} ===By car=== In brief, getting around by car in Delft is, similar to many other Dutch cities, discouraged through spatial planning and parking fares. The old city has been made largely car-free, but there are three large car parks at the edge of the city centre (Parkeergarage Zuidpoort, Markt and Phoenix). These car parks are expensive, but parking on the few public parking spaces on the streets in or near the city center can be even more expensive. The parking policy differs per area and is not always clear. Beware of the signs "alleen vergunninghouders" (''permit holders only'') in some streets in the vicinity of the city center, especially in residential areas. Sometimes only a floor tile with a "P" is visible. This means Permit parking. Many tourist assume "P" means parking and end up with a parking fine. Parking is energetically policed. Unauthorized parking will cost you about €70. A 10-minute walk from the centre parking for free can be found at the Nijverheidsplein. The University area will have space in the weekends. Traffic rules on priority consider the vulnerability of the mode of transport. This means a car has to give way to a bike to avoid a collision. Even a bike travelling the wrong way up a one-way street, without lights, driven by someone clearly over the limit colliding with a car will put that car driver at fault. Because of the risk to the cyclist, the car should have done everything to avoid the collision, or he is at fault. Check the mirrors before you make a right turn. There is a good chance a cyclist is between you and the pavement. Also, if you park on the street, check for bicyclists before opening your door. If you make a habit of reaching across your body to open the door with your right hand, you'll be halfway turned around to notice and prevent yourself from unintentionally "dooring" a passing bicyclist. ==See== [[File:Delft Central Market Square.jpg|thumb|right|Markt at dusk]] ===Markt square and around=== * {{see | name=Nieuwe Kerk | alt=New Church | url=http://nieuwekerk-delft.nl/ | email= | address=Markt 80 | lat=52.01211 | long=4.360306 | directions= | phone=+31 15 212-3025 | tollfree= | hours=Closed on Sundays | price=€5.5 for the church, €4.5 for the tower and €8.5 for both. A ticket is valid for both New and Old Church, but only the tower in the New Church can be climbed | wikipedia=Nieuwe Kerk (Delft) | image=NieuweKerkDelft-p01.jpg | wikidata=Q678611 | lastedit=2018-12-06 | content=Located at Markt, this church was built in 1496. The royal burial chamber is in this church but is not accessible. Prince William of Orange was the first to be buried here, after being shot in 1584. It is possible to climb the 108.75-m tower to get an impressive view of Delft and surroundings. It's the second highest church tower, after the Dom church of [[Utrecht]]. You can see both Rotterdam and The Hague. On clear days is it possible to see Leiden and even Amsterdam. It's well worth the effort. }} [[File:InZicht Delft 017.JPG|thumb|right|Stadhuis from up close]] * {{see | name=Stadhuis | alt=Town Hall | url= | email= | address=Markt 78 | lat=52.011421 | long=4.357903 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=City Hall (Delft) | image=StadhuisDelft-01.jpg | wikidata=Q732262 | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=After a fire in 1618 after which only the tower remained, Hendrick de Keyser rebuilt the town hall. He reused the tower and some remaining walls. In 1620 construction was finished. The building was renovated in the 19th century. }} *{{marker|type=see|name=Hugo de Groot (Hugo Grotius)|url=|lat=52.01183 | long=4.35954}}, on Markt. On the market you will find the statue of Hugo Grotius (1583–1645). Grotius is the Latin version of the Dutch name Hugo de Groot. Grotius was a jurist in the Dutch Republic. He laid the foundations for international law and law of the sea. In 1618 Grotius was sentenced to life imprisonment to the Loevestein Castle, about 75&nbsp;km south east of Delft. Grotius managed to escape in a book chest. Both the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and the museum Het Prinsenhof in Delft claim to have the original book chest in their collection. * {{see | name=Drogisterij De Salamander | alt=Apotheek De Salamander | url= | email= | address=Markt 47 | lat=52.011331 | long=4.359180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=It's an old-fashioned pharmacy. The gable is adorned by a traditional Gaper. The pharmacist -in white lab coat- provides proper care and attention far beyond current standards. }} [[File:InZicht Delft 022.JPG|thumb|right|''Waaggebouw'' is quite inconspicuous]] * {{see | name=De Waag | alt=Waaggebouw | url=http://www.de-waag.nl/ | email= | address=Markt 111 | lat= 52.011266| long=4.358018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=A former weighting house. It hosts a café and a restaurant. }} [[File:Vleeshal Delft.jpg|thumb|right|Vleeshal]] * {{see | name=Vleeshal | alt=Meat Hall | url= | email= | address=Voldersgracht 1 | lat=52.011750 | long=4.357837 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=Built in 1650. It is one of the only Hollands Classical buildings in Delft. Built as a meat market, later it was converted for wheat. Nowadays it is a youth society and restaurant. }} * {{see | name=Visbanken | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cameretten 2 | lat=52.011751 | long=4.357609 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Adjacent to the Vleeshal is the old city's fish market. Up to January 2025 fish was sold here.The building is being converted to sell seasonal products. The antique shop opposite the Visbank is the most photographed building in Delft. The fence depicts the solar system. }} * {{see | name=Beestenmarkt | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.011445 | long=4.362559 | directions=2 min from the main square | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content= This is a tree-covered square with restaurants, cafés and bars all with outside seating. Very busy all year round. Many pubs have patio heaters to provide comfort after sunset. One of the pubs even provides a sand pit for the children. The name of the square refers to cattle (''beest'' is animal) market which used to be held here. During December and January, an ice rink is built on the square. }} * {{see | name=Vrouwenregt | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.012650 | long=4.361647 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=This is a tiny street at the back of the New Church. Note the little warped house on the corner closest to the church. It featured in the ''Girl with a Pearl Earring'', a film about the painter Vermeer, and every tourist takes its picture. }} * {{see | name=Maria van Jessekerk | alt= | url=http://www.rkdelft.nl/parochie/kerken/maria-van-jessekerk | email= | address=Burgwal 20, 2611 GJ Delft | lat=52.0113 | long=4.3611 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: W-Su 12:00-17:00 | price=Free, but donations welcome | lastedit=2026-04-17 | content=The Roman Catholic Maria van Jesse church was built between 1875 and 1882, then named St Joseph's church. The building was designed in the style of the Gothic revival by the architect Everard Margry, one of the first and most productive students of Dr. Pierre Cuypers. Since 1982 this church is a national heritage site, not least because of its original interior. }} ===Other sites=== [[Image:Delft1.jpg|thumb|''Oude Kerk'' towering over the city]] * {{see | name=Oude Kerk | alt=Old Church | url=http://oudekerk-delft.nl/ | email= | wikidata = Q612065 | address=Heilige Geestkerkhof 25 | lat=52.012552 | long=4.355564 | directions= | phone=+31 15 212-3015 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Closed on Sundays | price=See New Church, since it's one ticket for both, but only the New Church tower may be climbed |lastedit=2020-01-17| content=This is Delft's oldest church, built in 1246. The interior of this church is excellent. Famous Dutchmen are buried in this church, including: Piet Hein, Maerten Tromp and Johannes Vermeer. The Old Church leans out considerably over the Oude Delft canal. When the tower was built the canal had to be moved away from the church as the tower would have been half in the water. During the building works it became apparent that canal-half of the base soil was not firm enough to support the tower. To compensate for the tilt the upper part of the tower was built with a compensating counter curve. }} [[File:RM12026 Delft - Oude Delft 167 (detail2).jpg|thumb|Heraldic shields of the Delft Water Board members on the façade of the ''Gemeenlandshuis'']] * {{see | name=Gemeenlandshuis | alt= | url=https://www.hhdelfland.nl/english | email= | wikidata = Q1814625 | address=Oude Delft 167 | lat=52.011780 | long=4.355578 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-07-02 | content=An imposing building dating from 1505 with richly decorated sandstone façade and a tower. Since 1645 it is a headquarters of ''Hoogheemraadschap van Delfland'', a Dutch water board }} [[File:Voorgevel van de voormalige synagoge te Delft met vier Ionische zuilen, kroonlijst en fronton - Delft - 20389885 - RCE.jpg|thumb|right|The synagogue in Delft, designed after classical ancient temples]] * {{see | name=Synagoge Delft | alt= | url= http://www.synagogedelft.nl/engels.htm| email= | wikidata = | address=Koornmarkt 12 | lat=52.008895 | long=4.359976 | directions= | phone=+31 15 256-3371 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jun-Oct: Sa 14:00-17:00 | price= | content=This former synagogue was built in 1862 as temple, to a design of Ir. Leon Winkel. The building houses a permanent exhibition to the remembrance of the Jewish victims in the Second World War. }} [[File:Legermuseum Delft.jpg|thumb|right|The Armamentarium at night]] * {{see | name=Armamentarium | alt=ArsenaalDelft | url=http://www.arsenaaldelft.nl/ | email= | wikidata = | address= | lat=52.00658 | long=4.36037 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-20 | content=The building of the former arsenal, picturesquely located at the fork of canals, used to house the Royal Army Museum (''Legermuseum'') until it moved to [[Soest (Netherlands)|Soest]] in 2013. It is now in redevelopment, but you can still admire the building from the outside. }} * {{see | name=Oost-Indisch Huis | alt=VOC-Huis | url= | email= | address=Oude Delft 39 | lat=52.006887 | long=4.359463 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Not open to the public | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | image=Zicht op voorgevel en boven het poortje een gevelsteen met de tekst V.O.C.D. - Delft - 20389929 - RCE.jpg | content=The ''Dutch East India Company House'' consisted of 6 chambers. One of them was located in Delft. Delft had a harbour (''Delfshaven'') at that time, next to Rotterdam. The harbour was later engulfed by the growing city of Rotterdam. }} [[File:(46-365) Oostpoort Delft (5274822905).jpg|thumb|right|Oostpoort on a snowy night]] * {{see | name=Oostpoort | alt= | url= | email= | wikidata= Q1675862 | address= Oostpoort 1| lat=52.010882 | long=4.368465 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=The eastern gate to the city, built around 1400 and of the four original gates the only surviving one. Small building. It looks kind of cute. It is not on the famous painting by Vermeer (because that's the South Gate), as many tourists wrongly think. }} * {{see | name=Artilleriemagazijn | alt=Artillery Depot | url= | email= |image=Artilleriemagazijn Delft.jpg | wikidata = | address=Paardenmarkt 1 | lat=52.017028 | long=4.359223 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=As a result of the reformation around 1572, many cloisters were abandoned. This happened to the Clarissenklooster as well. It became a warehouse for sulphur, saltpeter and canon. In 1637 a small tower for firepowder was built. In 1654 this tower exploded, destroying a large part of the city. After this it was rebuilt. }} [[File:Library Delft University of Technology 01.jpg|thumb|right|Library of the TU Delft]] * {{see | name=Universiteitsbibliotheek | alt= University Library| url=http://library.tudelft.nl/ | email= | wikidata = | address=Prometheusplein 1 | lat=52.002638 | long=4.375520 | directions= | phone=+31 15 278-5678 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Between the Mekelweg and the Schoemakerstraat sits one of the largest technical libraries of Europe. It is housed in a glass building, with a sloping grass roof penetrated by a concrete cone. Free entrance during opening hours. }} * {{see | name=Bagijnetoren | alt= | wikidata = Q2451489 | url= | address=Phoenixstraat | lat=52.0131 | long=4.3520 | directions=at Bagijnhof | phone= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | lastedit=2018-09-05 | content=This lookout tower was built circa 1500, and is today preserved as a state monument (Rijksmonument). The back of the tower was set against the old defensive city wall which was built of earth and bordered by a canal. Both the wall and the canal are now gone leaving only the tower. }} * {{see | name=Kruithuis | alt= | url= | email= | address=Schiekade 2 | lat=51.99302 | long=4.36951 | directions=Take the train to Delft Zuid, or follow the Schie towards Rotterdam. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2716969 | lastedit=2019-04-23 | content=The kruithuis is a 17th-century munition depot. It was built far out of the city center after the old munition depot exploded (Delftse Donderslag), The site features a gate house and 2 magazines build into the water. Nowadays the complex houses a scouting organisation and a student fraternity. There are no tours or visitor centre, but it is a great place to visit for lovers of old architecture. }} ===Parks=== * {{see | name=Botanische Tuin | alt= Botanical Garden| url=http://botanischetuin.tudelft.nl/ | email= | wikidata = Q2689996 | address=Julianalaan 67 | lat= 52.008503| long=4.370386 | directions= | phone =+31 15 2782356 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 8:30-17:00, Sa 10:00-16:00, Su (only May-Sep) 12:00-16:00 | price=€2, free for TU Delft students | content=The botanical garden of Delft University houses a large collection of 'utility' plants, both in greenhouses and a nicely laid out park. Good place to spend a few quiet hours on a sunny afternoon. }} * {{see | name=Agnetapark | alt= | url= | email= | wikidata = | address= | lat=52.016055 | long=4.346169 | directions=10 min walk northwest out of the city's centre | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=This small park was built around 1880 by a local factory owner for his workers. It is the first garden city in the Netherlands. It contains the house of the owner and small working-class cottages and has been a state monument since 1989. }} ===Hofjes=== In Netherlands towns ''hofjes'' (almshouses) were built to host single women. * {{see | name=Hofje van Gratie | alt= | url= | email= | address=Van der Mastenstraat 26-38 | lat=52.016012 | long=4.357439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=This was a ''hofje'' for single women, founded in 1575 by Pieter Sasbout. It was built on Korte Geer, but, with the expansion of the Armamentarium, it was moved to its current location. }} * {{see | name=Hofje van Pauw | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paardenmarkt 54-62 | lat= 52.016136| long=4.357093 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content= It was built in 1707 as stated in the will of Elizabeth Pauw. }} * {{see | name=Klaeuwshofje | alt= | url= | email= | address= Oranje Plantage 58-77| lat=52.011519 | long=4.367862 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-06-10 | content=This hofje was meant for unmarried or widowed Catholic women. It was founded in 1605 by Dirck and Elizabeth Uyttenhage. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Het Prinsenhof | alt=Prinsenhof Museum | url=http://prinsenhof-delft.nl/ | email= | wikidata = Q281903 | address=Sint Agathaplein 1 | lat=52.012235 | long=4.354741 | directions= | phone=+31 15 260-2358 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=closed for renovation; expected to reopen in 2027 | price=€7.50 |lastedit=2025-03-13| content=In medieval Delft Sint Agathaklooster was the biggest cloister in Delft. After 1650 it was split in two parts. Part of the chapel remained for religious service (Waalse Kerk). Prince William of Orange held court in the rest of the complex. He was assassinated here in 1584. Nowadays the complex houses some museums, including the city museum. }} * {{see | name=Science Centre Delft | alt=formerly Techniekmuseum | url=http://www.sciencecentre.tudelft.nl/ | email= | address=Mijnbouwstraat 120 | lat=52.00693 | long=4.36961 | directions= | phone=+31 15 2785200 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10:00-17:00, Su 12:00-17:00 | price=€2.30 | wikidata=Q2153292 | content=The museum, run by Delft University, is housed in a beautiful building. It displays a wide range of historical engines, as well as the history of the calculator. Activities aimed at children are organized regularly. }} [[File:Molen de Roos mill Delft 3.jpg|thumb|right|De Roos - the last windmill in Delft]] * {{see | name=Museum Paul Tétar van Elven | alt= | url=http://tetar.nl | email= | wikidata = Q1960924 | address=Koornmarkt 67 | lat=52.009586 | long=4.358686 | directions= | phone=+31 1521 24 206 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=13:00-17:00 | price=€5 | content=This former house of a 19th-century artist, Paul Tétar van Elven, is very well preserved, with the original furniture and interior design. }} * {{see | name=Molen de Roos | alt= | url=http://www.delftsemolen.nl/ | email= | wikidata = Q3405791 | address=Phoenixstraat 112 | lat=52.013903 | long=4.351297 | directions= | phone=+31 15 5012672 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W Th Sa 10:00-16:00, F 13:00-16:00, with variations for holidays | price= | lastedit=2018-06-22 | content=De Roos (The Rose) windmill, the last surviving windmill in Delft, was built in 1679 with a residence added in 1728. Its current appearance is from 1760. It is still active and the flour it grinds is sold in its gift shop. The mill is open if a blue flag is flying. For a group visit, call ahead. }} ==Do== *Stroll through town: suggested streets: Oude Delft, Boterbrug, Wijnhaven, Hippolytusbuurt, Choorstraat, Vrouw Jutteland, Rietveld, Kerkstraat, Markt ending at the Beestenmarkt for a refreshment. *Rent a bike and visit ''De Delftse Hout'', a park/leisure area to the east of Delft. Cycle through the woods, sail on the lake, have a picnic, walk through the parks * The main square has a market on Thursday, and sometimes other markets during the year. See [https://www.delft.nl/markten-delft the website] for more information * Visit the ''bric-à-brac'' Markets around the central streets (Hippolytusbuurt, Vrouw Jutteland and Voldersgracht) and canals of Central Delft, every Saturday, April - October (free to visit) * Visit the Delft Library. DOK Vesteplein 100. This library was set up very different from other libraries. The books are in cupboarts on wheels. It won several national and international prizes because of its innovative layout and the other facilities and activities available. The reading room with the childerens books is very special. The reading room (and coffee corner) on the first floor has a fantastic glass ceiling spanning the whole library. There are many international newspapers and magazines available. Open Monday from 12:00 till 18:00 other days mostly 10:00 till 18:00. Closed on Sundays. More details on their [http://www.dok.info/ (Dutch) website] * Every week, Studium Generale organises lectures on a wide range of subjects. Usually these are in Dutch, but roughly once a month there may be one in English too. The lectures aim at the interest of students, but other people interested may often attend as well. Admission is usually free [http://tudelft.nl/live/pagina.jsp?id=ac0c324d-26fe-4807-9155-98dcb77808c0&lang=en]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} * {{do | name=Pottery under the Mulberry Tree | alt=Potterij onder de Moerbeiboom | url=https://www.potterijmoerbeiboom.nl/ | email=info@potterijmoerbeiboom.nl | address=Choorstraat 38 | lat=52.01322 | long=4.35815 | directions= | phone=+31 61 5435179 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€95 per person | lastedit=2024-01-17 | content=Try out the pottery wheel in the middle of this amazing ceramic city. They give regular workshops for 3.5 hours on Saturday afternoons, but if you contact them via their website, they sometimes accommodate on other days of the week. }} ===Attractions=== * {{do | name=Vermeercentrum | alt=Vermeer Centrum | url=http://vermeerdelft.nl/ | email= | address=Voldersgracht 21 | lat=52.012432 | long=4.359405 | directions= | phone=+31 15 2138588 | tollfree= | hours=10:00-17:00 | price=€ 25 | lastedit=2016-07-02 | content=It offers a view on the work and life of the famous 17th-century painter Johannes Vermeer. The souterrain houses reproductions from all of his 37 works in chronological order. On the 1st floor, you find the studio of Vermeer that shows the methods and the famous light of Vermeer. On the 2nd floor, the special exhibition ''Love Letters from Vermeer'' reveals secrets from several famous paintings. There are no original Vermeer paintings there: all the images exhibited are ''reproductions''. }} *{{do | name=Windmill Windlust | url=http://www.windlustnootdorp.nl | email= | address=Oudeweg 70, Nootdorp | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +31 6-27327289 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=On the road to Nootdorp 5 km outside Delft, on the IKEA side of the motorway you can find the Windmill Windlust. It is open to the public. Visit their website for the details and exact directions. It is best reached by bike. }} * Petting Zoo (''Kinderboerderij Delftse Hout'') on the Korftlaan 3, is a 15-minute walk from the city centre, via the "Koepoort" Bridge. Visitors can pet sheep, goats, pigs, and donkeys, among others. Opening hours 10:00-16:00. Admission free. * Waterpark, next to the Petting Zoo Delftse Hout. You will find this park geared towards young children. A beach, swings, slides, a cable slide, clean toilet facilities and a maximum water depth of 40&nbsp;cm (1&nbsp;ft 3 in) and free admission make this a popular destination on sunny days. Same entrance as the Petting Zoo. The gate to the waterpark is half-way on the left. * Play grounds. Delft has five outdoor play grounds. These are outdoor areas with swings and various climbing frames. Target audience: 2-12 year olds. The biggest is the one on the Beukenlaan 1. The admission is free. It has toilet facilities and a simple shop for coffee, drinks and ice cream. On sunny days the volunteers sometimes run blow-up paddling pools. Opening hours, Monday till Friday from 13:30 till 17:30. * Kids Playground Delft (Kleveringweg 35 2616 LZ Delft Tel. +31 15-2190673) On the other side of the A13 motorway behind the McDonald's restaurant is an indoor playpark. Although staff motivation and facilities both need a polish it can provide a channel for excess child energy on rainy days. Wednesday to Sunday 10:00-18:00 admission €7 children and €1.80 per adult. ===Theatres and cinemas=== * There are a few theatres in the inner city; Theater de Veste, Vesteplein 1 [http://theaterdeveste.nl] is the largest theater, with shows almost every night (except during summer). The Microtheater, next to the New Church is a small theatre with around one show per week. On the rietveld there is a small theatre called the [http://www.rietveldtheater.nl Rietveld theatre]. * There are two cinemas in Delft. Filmhuis Lumen is a small pleasant cinema run mostly by friendly volunteers. It has a very nice foyer. It shows mostly non-Hollywood and art-house movies. Also the film "Girl with a pearl earring" is shown here once a week. Doelenplein 5 [http://www.filmhuislumen.nl]{{Dead link|date=January 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. Hollywood blockbusters can be seen in [[Pathé]] Delft, Vesteplein 5 [http://www.pathe.nl]. This is a new, large scale cinema near the Theater de Veste in the Zuidpoort (big screen, large comfy seats, expensive drinks and pre-made perfectly round popcorn). ===Tours=== *{{do | name=Channel cruise | alt=Rondvaart Delft | url=http://rondvaartdelft.nl | email= | address=Koornmarkt 133 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 2016385 | tollfree= | hours=daily 11-17 | price=€12.50 for adults, €5.50 for kids between 4 and 12 years old, free for kids until 4 years old | content=Experience a different view on Delft from a canal boat (Dutch and English tour guide). }} * The Canal taxi boat takes you to all the main tourist spots. You can flag a boat on the canals or you can order one by phone on 06 - 22 99 2795. Single fare {{EUR|2.50}} per person. It is also possible to rent the whole boat for €35 per hour for max 8 persons, it will pick you up from where you want. * Tour the sights of Delft in a horse-drawn tram if you like a bumpy ride surrounded in the smell of manure. It starts on the market square. ===Events=== Especially during summer there are several annual events to visit, most of them are in the open air and free to visit. For a list of upcoming events, you can check out the Event calendar: [http://delft.nl/content.jsp?objectid=36011]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. An incomplete list of annual events: * '''Mooi Weer Spelen''', creative event with street theatre (free), exhibitions and theatre shows on special locations (some of them are free), one entire weekend, usually somewhere in June [http://mooiweerspelen.nl] * '''Taptoe''', National event of non-military marching bands performing parades and demonstrations, usually the first weekend of September (free) * '''Westerpop''', (rock) music festival with local, national and international artists, usually the last weekend of August (free) [http://westerpop.nl/] * '''Varend corso''', flower decorated boats sailing from the Westland (the glasshouse area where special flowers are grown) to Delft, usually a Sunday in the beginning of August (free) * '''Lichtjesavond''' ("evening of lights"), evening with Christmas atmosphere, where Christmas songs are sung, a large Christmas tree on the central market square and many, many lights. Usually on a Tuesday evening, halfway December (free) * '''Open Monumentendag''' ("day of the open monuments"), on this national event, many monumental buildings can be visited for free, which are otherwise closed to the public. This includes climbing to the top of "Molen De Roos", the windmill on Phoenixstraat 112, and visiting the former city prison and torturing room (backside of the City Hall), where the alleged murderer of William of Orange was tortured in 1584. It usually takes place on a Saturday. Inform at the tourism office when the next open monumentendag is held. * '''Muziek op de Gracht''' ("Music on the canals"), in July and August free concerts are given on boats on the Vrouw Jutteland Canal. * {{do | name=Delft Jazz | alt= | url=http://www.jazzfestivaldelft.nl/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Four days in August at least 20 pubs and outside podia are participating in Delft Jazz. It attracts a friendly crowd of people. }} ==Buy== The shopping area in the city spreads roughly from the "Zuidwal" on the south to the "Choorstraat" on the north. The national and international stores like C&A, H&M and McDonald's concentrate on the southern part of the city, while the more alternative small stores and gift shops can be found more to the north. Apart from some supermarkets, shops are usually closed on Sundays and on Monday mornings. * '''Vrouwjuttenland''': In this short street along a canal, near the New Church, alternative clothing and gift stores can be found. Pipe or cigar smokers should definitely visit "Van Renssen". The street also contains an organic/health food supermarket. On summer evenings, once a week there are performances of musical artists, performing from a boat on the canal. Check the health food supermarket for the exact dates. * '''Choorstraat''': Just around the corner from the Vrouwjuttenland, the Choorstraat can be found. This pleasant small street offers a variety of stores, like a drugstore selling all sorts of tea, an international gift store selling everything from tajines to Buddha statues, a chocolate store, a gameshop and a large book store with many international newspapers. * '''Hippolytusbuurt''': At the end of the Choorstraat, until Wijnhaven is Hippolytusbuurt. This is one of the two major canals. It boasts the one of the oldest shops in the world. The Fish shop dates from 1342. The Tourist information point is here. A funny little sweets shop, two toy shops, two hairdressers, a Moroccan butcher with an excellent selection of olives and tapanades and two upmarket restaurants. * '''Bastiaansplein''': The newest shopping area in town, consisting of a large supermarket (7 days a week open until 22:00) and several clothing stores. Tiles in the street light up at night. * '''Voldersgracht''': For those who need good advice on tasteful alcoholic beverages, they definitely should visit the store Wines and Whisky's. Furthermore, the Voldersgracht holds a large record shop, which sells a wide range of LP's and CD's from all ages. The street also has a religious gift shop, the Bijbel-In. * '''Martinus Nijhofflaan''': The "Hovenpassage" is a covered shopping area, 15 minutes of walking outside the city centre. The shops are smaller and less alternative, but it contains a wide variety of stores and a large supermarket, the "Jumbo". Another large supermarket, the Albert Heijn, is on the other side of the street. * '''Oude Delft''': Wine shop "Van Dorp" is near the Old Church. The shop is in the vaulted basement of a monumental house. The atmosphere inside is cool and tranquil and worth a visit by itself. The shop has an extensive selection of wine in every price category. The customer service is highly personal and very friendly. Because the shop doesn't lend itself to much browsing the shopkeeper (a wine connoisseur himself) will try to find out what is to your liking and then recommend a suiting wine without pushing expensive wines. The venue can also be hired for wine tasting sessions. A visit here will cure you from supermarket wine forever. ===Delftware=== ''Delfts Blauw'' (Delft Blue) is a traditional Delft pottery. In the 18th century the city was famous for its porcelain. Around 1750, 32 earthenware factories were located in Delft. Avoid anything that says "Holland" on it, or depicts windmills. Check out the antique stores if you want something really traditional. * {{buy | name=Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles | alt=Royal Delft factory | url=http://www.royaldelft.com/home_en | email= | wikidata = Q38467310 | address=Rotterdamseweg 196 | lat=52.001356 | long=4.366400 | directions= | phone=+31 15 251-2030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=09:00-17:00 daily | price=Guided tour €12 (audioguide €2) | content= Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles is the only porcelain factory still operating in the town. It is possible to visit the factory or to participate in a workshop. }} * {{buy | name=Aardewerkfabriek De Candelaer | alt= | url=http://candelaer.nl/ | email= | wikidata = | address=Kerkstraat 13 | lat= 52.012521| long=4.360569 | directions= | phone=+31 15 213-1848 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=De Candelaer is a little porcelain factory in the inner city. }} * {{buy | name= Delft Pottery De Delftse Pauw| alt= | url= http://www.delftsepauw.com| email= | wikidata = Q1923272 | address= Delftweg 133, Rijswijk | lat= 52.023954| long= 4.347802| directions= | phone= +31 15-212 49 20| tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{buy | name= De Blauwe Tulp| alt= | url=http://www.bluetulip.nl | email= | wikidata = | address= Kerkstraat 12| lat= 52.012471| long= 4.360547 | directions= | phone= +31 15-2148092| tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Eat== [[File:DelftMarkt57-75.jpg|thumbnail|Building bordering the market place]] Restaurants on the central marketplace can be more expensive than those in back-streets. * {{eat | name=Chocolaterie De Lelie | alt= | url=http://www.chocoladeworkshops.nl | email= | address=Voorstraat 10, 2611 JP Delft | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 212 0363 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-05-24 | content=Great place to get ice cream. Try the dark chocolate. They also make their own chocolates. }} ===Pie and lunch=== * {{eat | name=Kobus Kuch | alt= | url=http://kobuskuch.nl/ | email= | address=Beestenmarkt 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The café Kobus Kuch has a nice choice of lunch breads, but is probably best known for its home made pies, and particularly its ''appeltaart'' with whipped cream. If the personnel is not too busy to bake one for you, you can even order an entire pie to take home. }} * {{eat | name=Lunchroom Leonidas | alt= | url=http://leonidasdelft.nl | email= | address=Choorstraat | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Named after the Belgian chocolates (which they sell too), has nice lunch breads and a wide variety of tea. During summer time you can take your lunch out in the patio at the back. '''Bonus here''': no background music! }} * {{eat | name=Kleyweg's Stads-koffyhuis | alt= | url=http://stads-koffyhuis.nl | email= | address=Oude Delft 133 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Kleyweg's Stads-koffyhuis is a favorite lunch place of many locals and undoubtedly sports the best sandwiches in town. It can be a bit crowded around lunch time however, so be on time. Otherwise stop there for coffee, Dutch coffee is consistently excellent, and goes well with the ubiquitous (and delicious) Dutch apple cake. It has a terrace boat in summer time which provides a lovely view of the oude delft canal. }} * {{eat | name=Michel Boulanger | alt= | url=http://michelfood.nl | email= | address=Oude Kerkstraat 3, 2611 HT Delft, Nederland | lat=52.01287 | long=4.35562 | directions= | phone=+31 6 24 34 94 15 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 08:00-17:00, Sa 08:30-17:00, Sa 09:00-15:00 | price=€5-10 | lastedit=2015-05-24 | content=Great little bakeries that does breads, sandwiches and cakes. }} * {{eat | name=Jans Delft | alt=Jans | url=https://www.jansdelft.nl/ | email=info@jansDelft.nl | address=Brabantse Turfmarkt 87 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31-15 - 8200970 | tollfree= | hours=10:00-17:30 | price=€5-10 | lastedit=2019-04-23 | content=Jans is a patisserie and lunch place located right in the centre of town. They serve their own baked goods, pies and have ice cream. Open for breakfast (on some days) and lunch. }} ===Markets=== On Thursday (at the Grote Markt and brabantse Turfmarkt) and Saturday (at the Brabantse Turfmarkt only) a market is held in Delft centre. Fresh produce, fish and flowers and non-food at bargain prices. Services like watch repair and mobile phone unlocking are also available. Try the sweet smelling freshly made "Stroopwafels" (syrup waffles). Try a herring or "Kibbeling" deep-fried battered fish. Every Tuesday a market is also held at the Papsouwselaan. ===Restaurants=== ====Budget==== If you are on a really tight budget, many student societies provide food, for a modest price (around €4). To check what is on offer look [http://eettafels.tudelft.nl/index.php?pagina=home&lang=eng here]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. * {{eat | name=Pizzeria Dennis | alt= | url=http://pizzadennis.nl | email= | address=Nieuwstraat 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 215-8677 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=16:00-22:00 daily | price=Pizza €5-7.50, Meals €10-14.50, Drinks €1.50 | content=Reasonable pizzas and Middle Eastern dishes (shawarma/kebab). Relatively cheap. The place is much more oriented on take-aways than on eat-ins. No reservation needed. Has a nice website especially the registered users section. }} * {{eat | name=Thuis bij Ladera | alt=Ladera | url= | email=thuisbyladera@gmail.com | address=Oosteinde 123 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 212-5950 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 16:30-20:00 | price=Dinner €6.50-9.50, coffee €1 | content=Affordable traditional Dutch menu in a tradiational Dutch 'living room diner' setting. Join the locals for a chat at the main table, have your own table, or eat in the garden (out the back, not indicated). Service fast and friendly, no reservation needed. Ask for special dishes, not indicated on the menu. }} *{{eat | name=Snackbar Kockie | alt=Kockies | url= | email= | address=Krakeelpolderweg 45 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-F 11:30-21:30, Sa Su 11:30-20:30 | price=€5 | lastedit=2019-04-23 | content=A bit of the beaten path, one can find a true Dutch snackbar. For many locals this is the best snackbar in town. This family business offers the full range of Dutch snacks, including 'kroketten' and 'patatje stoofvlees' and also full snackbar meals. Most people order take away, but sit-down is also possible. }} * {{eat | name=Eettafel Sint Jansbrug | alt= | url=http://www.sintjansbrug.nl/eettafel | email= | address=Oude Delft 50-52 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 212-0619 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Soup, main course and dessert for less than €4.50 | content=A dining hall located in a student association building and operated by the association. It is open to the general public. On weekdays, you can enjoy a meal from 17:30 to 19:30 at a low price. }} * {{eat | name=De Parel van Flores | alt= | url= | email= | address=Voldersgracht 31 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 213-0946 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Appetizers €5, meals €10 | content=Authentic Indonesian cuisine (unlike the other indo-chin-thai places in town). Family-owned with reasonable prices and OK food. The service and quality get mixed reviews. No reservation needed. }} ====Mid-range==== * {{eat | name=Spijshuis de Dis | alt= | url=http://spijshuisdedis.com/ | email= | address=Beestenmarkt 36 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 213-1782 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Sa 17:00–close | price=€17–24 | lastedit=2016-05-05 | content=Authentic Dutch fare, based on recipes of the Dutch Golden Age. }} * {{eat | name=Eetcafé de Ruif | alt= | url=http://www.ruif.nl/en/about-us/ | email= | address=Kerkstraat 22-24 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 15 2142206 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dinner €15-20 | lastedit=2016-05-05 | content=Excellent food at acceptable prices, the best place in Delft for a sunny summer day, food served in the garden and on a barge with sunshine till late in the evening. Daily menu at low prices is usually out at about 20:00. }} * {{eat | name=Japanese Restaurant FuSha | alt= | url=http://www.fusha.nl/ | email= | address=Choorstraat 36 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 212-6026 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Japanese sushi restaurant. Nice, serene atmosphere. A set sushi meal takes a whole evening. Limited choice of wine. Not too expensive. Take away possible. Sushi making workshops available. }} * {{eat | name=Café de V | alt= | url=http://cafedev.nl/ | email= | address=Voorstraat 9 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 15 2140916 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=food served 18:00–22:00 | price=€7.50. Dinner about €10-20 | content=Excellent food, probably the best price/quality ratio in Delft, where food and hotels are generally overpriced. Daily menu at unbeatable prices (except maybe "De Ruif"). }} * {{eat | name=LEF Restaurant | alt= | url=http://lefrestaurant.nl/ | email= | address=Doelenplein 2 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 15 2120617 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€12-18 | content=Very nice Paris bistro style restaurant/bar. Sit outside under the trees in the summer. Great place for sundowners. Sandpit for the kids available. Great food, low prices. }} * {{eat | name=Stadscafé De Waag | alt= | url=http://de-waag.nl/ | email= | address=Markt 11 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 15 2130393 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Not so simple restaurant, caters often for groups. Prices are OK. }} * {{eat | name=De Beren | alt= | url=http://www.beren.nl/ | email= | address=Beestenmarkt | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 212-6390 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=12–24 | lastedit=2016-05-05 | content=Very busy restaurant. It works according to the more than you can eat principle. The portions are large. The meat servings are big. Every thing is served with plenty of carbs like chips, potato or rice. A token amount of salad is added. Very good place to go with a group. Very good value and quick service. Not the best place for a diner for two. Delivery also possible. }} ====Splurge==== * {{eat | name='Le Vieux Jean | alt= | url=http://levieuxjean.nl/ | email= | address=Heilige Geestkerkhof 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 213 04 3 | tollfree= | hours=Lunch 12:00-14:30, dinner 18:00-22:30 | price= | content=Le Vieux Jean is an expensive French restaurant with very good food. Expect to pay €80 per person for a starter, main, dessert and wine. The restaurants has a very extensive wine list. Make sure you reserve seating in the downstairs restaurant. A private room is available. Their lunch menu will satisfy the most critical customer. Expect the highest quality in both the service and food in Delft. The price reflects this. }} * {{eat | name=Stadsherberg De Mol | alt= | url=http://stadsherbergdemol.nl/en/ | email= | address=Molslaan 104 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 15 2121343 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€16–35 | lastedit=2016-05-05 | content=Who wants to eat having a medieval experience, should definitely visit this restaurant. Bring a bag of money, it's not cheap. }} ==Drink== [[Image:DelftCanalView.jpg|thumb|view from canal cafe]] The city centre of Delft is full of small bars, finding seating is sometimes a challenge. In summer the grote markt, Beestenmarkt and Brabantse turfmarkt are filled with terraces, other bars have terrace barges out front. The great beer history is alive and well again in Delft. Many bars feature an extensive beer menu, and one can try a beer from the local brewery (De Koperen Kat) or the historic brew 'Delftse Mueselare Bier' * Al fresco at one of the many bars around the market square, or on a floating terrace (apparently unique to Delft) on a canal. * "De Beestenmarkt"; around this square in the city centre are many pubs and bars. In the summer it is filled with people drinking a beer under the maple tree canopy. * Many students get a drink at their fraternity (extremely cheap). Mostly you need to be a member or be introduced. ===Specific cafés=== * '''Jazzcafé Bebop''', Kromstraat, a good café where the music is not so loud that you can't hear each other speaking, where the bartender is friendly and the visitors are on average around 25-30 (outside the weekends maybe somewhat older). It has a wide variety of beers and during summer the patio at the back is open. * '''Knus''', Zavelpad 3, 015–2122990. In the forest next to Delft lies a pleasant establishment for coffee and snacks. Most people arrive by bike after a tour around the woods. There is a sandpit with water for the children and a few other play things. It has water bikes for rent. Popular with children. [https://www.knus.nl/] * '''Café du Midi''', Noordeindseweg 70, Delfgauw, 015 2157469. In the fields next to the Delft forest (behind Ikea) lies a relaxed café. It takes great pride in serving high quality local products. Petting zoo on the premises. Walkabout chickens everywhere. Tree shaded sitting area. usually busy. Also pleasantly priced. Most visitors are cyclists. Certainly worth a visit if you have a bike. (it also is accessible by car) [https://www.cafedumidi.nl/] * {{drink | name=Bierhuis de Klomp | alt=de Klomp | url=http://www.bierhuisdeklomp.nl/ | email= | address=Buitenwatersloot 5 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Su-W 16:00-1:00, Th-Sa 15:00-2:00 | price= | lastedit=2019-04-23 | content=De Klomp (the wooden shoe) is the oldest bar in Delft. It is staffed by a very professional team that gladly will tell you about the history of the place. Since 2010 the bar has been featured in the Dutch 'Café top 100'. The bar serves a large selection of craft beers. What is really special is the large Jenever selection. This Dutch drink is sometimes called the Dutch gin, the staff will be happy to tell you about it and serve you a tasting of three different Jenevers. }} * {{drink | name=Cafe het Klooster | alt=Klooster | url=https://cafehetklooster.nl/ | email= | address=Vlamingstraat 2 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-04-23 | content=Klooster has a large selection of craft beer on draft (20 beers) and in their fridge. The staff give great recommendations. A large seating area means you probably can get a table. }} ===Nightlife=== There are a few places to go out and dance: * '''The Koornbeurs''' (alternative student fraternity and youth society, no membership needed) has regular live music on Friday, and the occasional parties on Saturday. * '''The Lorre'''. This is a student disco that belongs to a fraternity (DSC). It is not always open to the public. * '''Cine Dans Cafe''' (still under construction, not open yet). This one is near the theatre (theater de Veste). * {{drink | name=Ciccionina | alt= | url=http://www.ciccionina.nl | email=info@ciccionina.nl | address=Kromstraat 24 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Opening hours: each Friday and Saturday from 23:00 till 05:00, other opening times may vary. A small venue in the city centre with a huge variety of electronic music and concerts. The crowd is mixed, usually there are mostly students. Sometimes the place is half-empty, sometimes its packed (about 100 people) Entrance fee: usually between 0 and 4 Euro. }} ===Cannabis=== Use of cannabis, weed or hashish is legal in small amounts (5 grams or less) in the Netherlands. Dutch law enforcement tolerates its use in so-called coffeeshops. There are 5 coffeeshops in Delft. The Future in the Peperstraat 8, de Vlouw on the Vlouw 27, The Game on the Breestraat 30, 't Keldertje on the Kromstraat 22a and De Boeddha on the Achterom 19a. The Game and The Future are both exceptional places for Lattes and herbs. ==Sleep== ===Hotels=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Coen Delft | alt= | url=http://hotelcoendelft.nl/ | email= | address=Coenderstraat 47 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 214-5914 | tollfree= | fax= | price=Double room €110, breakfast €12 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Comfortable, clean, reasonably priced and right next to the railway station, the only hotel in Delft offering a free sauna for its guests. Also offering a free Wi-Fi service and a lobby computer. 40 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel de Emauspoort Delft | alt= | url=http://emauspoort.nl/ | email= | address=Vrouwenregt 9-11 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 219-0219 | tollfree= | fax= | price=Double room €100, breakfast included | checkin= | checkout= | content=Right behind the New Church. 23 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Grand Canal | alt= | url=http://grandcanal.nl/ | email= | address=Breestraat 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 215-7133 | tollfree= | fax= | price=Double room €95-150, breakfast €16 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Housed in a historic building (former city prison and VOC building) overlooking the canals, 2 minutes from the railway station. Clean and well-furnished, not very wheelchair-friendly. Wi-Fi available. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel de Plataan | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldeplataan.nl/ | email= | address=Doelenplein 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 212-6046 | tollfree= | fax= | price=Single/double room €99/114. breakfast €15 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Unique and stylish hotel. Themed rooms are available. Look at their website for details. Great location, reasonable prices. Free Wi-Fi. }} *{{sleep | name=Westcord | alt= | url=http://www.westcordhotels.nl/hotels/Hotel-Delft | email= | address=Olof Palmestraat 2 | lat= | long= | directions=Exit Delft centrum | phone=+31 15 888-9010 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=110 | checkin= | checkout= | content=WestCord Hotel Delft is a showcase for Ikea. Everything is Ikea. The chairs, the bed, the cutlery, everything. Odd atmosphere, like sleeping in an Ikea store. }} * {{sleep | name=Hostel Delft | alt= | url=https://www.hosteldelft.nl/ | email= | address=Voldersgracht 17 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 6 16496621 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hampshire Hotel Delft Centre | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldelftcentre.nl | email=reserveringen@hoteldelftcentre.nl | address=Koepoortplaats 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 15 212-2125 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Hotel parking at kKepoortparking. }} ===Bed and breakfast=== There are several bed and breakfasts in Delft [http://www.godelft.com/listing-category/bed-breakfast/]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===Holiday rental houses=== There are several international websites offering canal houses for rent. Mostly these rentals need to be organised some time in advance. Because they are only slightly more expensive than a hotel room, they can work out to be cheaper for families with children who want their own room. Add the privacy and the facilities and they can be a very good alternative to a hotel or B&B. The three mayor websites competing are: [http://www.homeaway.com], [http://www.rent-holiday-homes.com] and [http://www.holidaylettings.co.uk] ===Long-term rentals=== Most estate agents in the Netherlands are a working together. This means real estate for sale and rent are pooled on a website covering nearly everything on the market. The advantage is that one website has most properties. The disadvantages of a near monopoly are also obvious. Long term stay houses for expatiates and PhD students can be found [http://funda.nl/huur/delft/ here]. ===Camping=== There are three campgrounds in Delft. * '''[https://www.jetcamp.com/en/netherlands/camping-delftse-hout/ Camping Delfse Hout]''' is located near a small artificial lake, suited for swimming. A camping spot for two persons, including a car costs between {{EUR|19.50}} and €24. Cabins (for three/four persons) are also available for €36. Cottages can be rented for €265 per week. Services include a restaurant, recreation room, supermarket, launderette, playground, table tennis, bike rent, swimming pool. This is not a quiet place. Korftlaan 5, tel: 015 2130040. * '''[http://uylenburg.nl/ Uylenburg]''' does not offer camping spots anymore but there is a very pleasant guesthouse. Rooms are €80/115/130 for 1/2/4 persons including breakfast as of 2021. {{phone|+31 15-2143732}}, e-mail: herberg@uylenburg.nl. * Even smaller is '''De Grutto'''. This is definitely only for the real nature lover. You have to be a member of NIVON to camp here. There are only 25 spots. For more information call Mrs. W. Klunder {{phone|+31 79-341 83 25}} (18:00 - 20:00). Directions, take bus 64 from Delft Station. Ask the driver to let you out at Rietzangerstraat, it is a 30-minute walk from there. ==Stay healthy== The European telephone number for emergencies is 112. Fire, ambulance or police can be called out on this number. Mobile phones without caller credit can still call this number. ===General practitioner=== Family doctors (GPs) outside working hours (08:00 till 17:00) and for non-registered patients can be found at the "huisartsenpost", Reinier de Graafweg 3a, 2625 AD. (the white portacabin, next to the ambulance entrance), telephone (015) 251 19 30. Call before you visit. Visit: €65.14, consultation at home: €97.40. Paid parking on hospital grounds. For prescription medication outside working hours, got to Apothecary "Buitenhof Apotheek" on the Rossinistraat 1, 2625 AP Delft. Telephone: (015) 245 42 00. ==Cope== * [http://delft.nl/delften/ Delft City Government] website ===Religious services=== There are several church services available also in English. Some of them offer partly English spoken services, others offer translations by a headset or written on paper (both handed over at the entrance). The list below is not complete, but gives an impression of the possibilities. * '''[https://iref.nl/ International Reformed Evangelical Fellowship]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' (Ecumenic service), Heilige Geestkerkhof 25. Su 12:00 (in English) * '''Delft Christian Fellowship''' (Evangelistic/Charismatic service), Cort van der Lindenstraat 1. [https://www.fmc-online.nl/]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Indonesian, English, Dutch) * '''Levend Water''' (Evangelistic/Charismatic service), Hermesstraat 65. [http://levendwater.nl/internationals.htm]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} Su 10:00 (Dutch, English) * '''Gereformeerde Kerk vrijgemaakt''' (Reformed), Schoemakerstraat 1. [https://www.gkvdelft.nl/en]{{Dead link|date=February 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} Su 11:00 (Dutch, with English translation on paper) ==Go next== * The beach at [[Scheveningen]] — Tramline 1 takes about 1 h and terminates right on the beach (the same trip by train is faster, you have to change in The Hague). * [[The Hague]] is a city worth a visit on its own (and it's on the way to Scheveningen). You can cycle to The Hague in 30 min. Start at the Oostsingel and follow the canal. It is well-sign-posted, and The Hague is visible as soon as you leave Delft. * Schipluiden is a very small town on the outskirts of Delft, with a large canal with beautiful bridges and colorful boats. It's a popular watering hole for cyclists. There are also kayak and paddleboat rentals (€6 for first hour, €2/hr after). * [[Schiedam]] is the next small city south along the train line. The small historic city centre is an undiscovered gem. * [[Hook of Holland]] has a quieter and cleaner beach than Scheveningen's, and it faces the Port of Rotterdam so is nice when you want to see the big seagoing ships: Great views. Cycling from Delft takes you past farms, sheep, and greenhouses. If you only want to cycle one way there is a train station at the Hook of Holland. You can take your bike on the train for about €7.50. {{routebox | image2=BE-E19.svg | imagesize2=20 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Amsterdam]] | minorl2=[[The Hague]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=[[Antwerp]] | minorr2=[[Rotterdam]] }} {{usablecity}} {{IsPartOf|Rotterdam-The Hague Metropolitan Region}} {{Geo|52|4.36667}} d6aoqpprl6gnfe8q6mwi3an949ni1fj 0 9258 5328596 5326326 2026-08-15T05:35:36Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328596 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders spread across [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]], [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. Although [[New Delhi]] was built by the British, the district is home to the '''Jantar Mantar''' (Calculation Instrument) and the '''Lodi Gardens''', both predating the modern city. The '''Akshardham''' in [[Delhi/East Delhi|East Delhi]], and the '''Lotus Temple''' in South East Delhi are modern religious sites. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East Delhi|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/West Delhi|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:A View of Humayun’s Tomb in the Rain.jpg|thumb|upright=0.5|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Summers in Lodhi Garden.jpg|thumb|upright=0.5|Lodhi Garden]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]].Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutub Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in South East Delhi, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> sr39kpykl18n1oijqjyikdad91yst07 5328640 5328596 2026-08-15T06:44:42Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328640 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders spread across [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]], [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. Although [[New Delhi]] was built by the British, the district is home to the '''Jantar Mantar''' (Calculation Instrument) and the '''Lodi Gardens''', both predating the modern city. The '''Akshardham''' in [[Delhi/East Delhi|East Delhi]], and the '''Lotus Temple''' in South East Delhi are modern religious sites. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:A View of Humayun’s Tomb in the Rain.jpg|thumb|upright=0.5|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Summers in Lodhi Garden.jpg|thumb|upright=0.5|Lodhi Garden]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]].Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutub Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in South East Delhi, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> 8s4c9wviza5628v1jatvuxu1y1lkq0g 5328641 5328640 2026-08-15T06:48:47Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328641 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.666667, 77.216667}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:A View of Humayun’s Tomb in the Rain.jpg|thumb|upright=0.5|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Summers in Lodhi Garden.jpg|thumb|upright=0.5|Lodhi Garden]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]].Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutub Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in South East Delhi, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> gldp9jwqpkjdjwzdp1drxv66qht2idj 5328643 5328641 2026-08-15T06:50:16Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* See */ 5328643 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.666667, 77.216667}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:A View of Humayun’s Tomb in the Rain.jpg|thumb|upright=0.8|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Summers in Lodhi Garden.jpg|thumb|upright=0.8|Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> r8gttpd47s8e5ajzwe4yoa6rwtbapa3 5328645 5328643 2026-08-15T06:54:00Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* See */ vertical images are good for reels, but not on WV. 5328645 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.666667, 77.216667}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> fq510700o8cy1wr1ld63atm1m6ylb17 5328648 5328645 2026-08-15T06:59:18Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Do */ 5328648 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.666667, 77.216667}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''New Delhi World Book Fair''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held in mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> f1s5m627pzgvb411ca087l75o2h0pbp 5328649 5328648 2026-08-15T06:59:52Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328649 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.666667, 77.216667}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> gzddqsjkt4t7oiclzwwk9w46leems9e 5328650 5328649 2026-08-15T07:06:08Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328650 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.666667, 77.216667}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is also worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several regiments of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> srevb59jt2dpwppmidobhmiitdb58lq 5328651 5328650 2026-08-15T07:06:45Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328651 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.666667, 77.216667}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several regiments of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> qalt3qlt5thawgg4l3uoynijcyngdl2 5328652 5328651 2026-08-15T07:07:40Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328652 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.666667, 77.216667}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> iv3n5enl12cp4csr5cjcgfyrm2hzdfd 5328675 5328652 2026-08-15T07:24:35Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328675 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.64|77.1|zoom=10|width=450|height=450}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> tv2g6zbrpv77b7g9va4d4plj6fs756g 5328686 5328675 2026-08-15T08:09:57Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328686 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.645|77.09|zoom=10|width=400|height=400}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> ntjft7egrnsdu7p4tmdz6lkv14n1eew 5328687 5328686 2026-08-15T08:10:14Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328687 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.645|77.09|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> go0szcm20uahveh3nbeayluaupwmv8x 5328688 5328687 2026-08-15T08:11:37Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328688 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.643|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> iavt49d390tyg4wrc0umwvlbte8rxk3 5328689 5328688 2026-08-15T08:12:39Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328689 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.642|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Civil Lines, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> 31dt1eb7ncfe33fjp9u5lgw5a429sii 5328690 5328689 2026-08-15T08:13:57Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328690 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.642|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Minto Road, Raj Ghat, Red Fort | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Civil Lines, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> ib886bl9dp6c0w1p04f5tsv3csh4tgf 5328694 5328690 2026-08-15T08:22:31Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328694 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.642|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Minto Road, Raj Ghat, Red Fort | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Civil Lines, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. The '''[http://www.delhi-tourism-india.com/festivals/qutub-festival.htm Qutub Festival]''' is a five-day music festival held in November–December at the Qutb complex in [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> jokhmwhoqjw5efs5jgosvk8fodg7oq9 5328695 5328694 2026-08-15T08:24:37Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328695 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.642|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Minto Road, Raj Ghat, Red Fort | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Civil Lines, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> ib886bl9dp6c0w1p04f5tsv3csh4tgf 5328699 5328695 2026-08-15T08:25:49Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328699 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.642|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Minto Road, Raj Ghat, Red Fort | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Civil Lines, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> 7sofzdj3m5mnglzmi6ti9uha3nqq5gm 5328704 5328699 2026-08-15T08:36:43Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328704 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.642|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Minto Road, Raj Ghat, Red Fort | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Civil Lines, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. During the '''Independence Day''' on 15 August, the flag of India is hoisted at the Red Fort, and the Prime Minister addresses the nation on this day. This includes the past year's achievements, current challenges and call for further development. The speech is followed by a march past of the Indian military. Parades and pageants showcase scenes from the independence struggle and India's diverse cultural traditions. The airspace around the Red Fort is declared a no-fly zone during that day. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> npotnb3ogapj9nrg1dyi38p5ebqcmhf 5328705 5328704 2026-08-15T08:37:09Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328705 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.642|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Minto Road, Raj Ghat, Red Fort | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Civil Lines, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. During the '''Independence Day''' on 15 August, the flag of India is hoisted at the Red Fort, and the Prime Minister addresses the nation. This includes the past year's achievements, current challenges and call for further development. The speech is followed by a march past of the Indian military. Parades and pageants showcase scenes from the independence struggle and India's diverse cultural traditions. The airspace around the Red Fort is declared a no-fly zone during that day. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> 7lxb65xj0u37mngtftdhvv58a30t74d 5328706 5328705 2026-08-15T08:43:41Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328706 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Red Fort - Delhi wikivoyage banner.jpg|origin=0.4,0|unesco_whs=yes|dotm=yes}} {{other uses}} {{printDistricts}} '''Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دہلی ''Dihlī'', [[Punjabi]]: ਦਿੱਲੀ ''Dilī''), [[India]]'s largest city, is the country's thriving melting pot. Home to [[New Delhi]], the country's capital, Delhi is at the centre of India's arts, commerce, education, tourism and transit. As the capital of several empires over the last 2000 years, the city contains a striking array of well-preserved historic sites for tourists to visit. Delhi is the core of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR), one of the world's largest metropolitan areas, with nearly 30 million inhabitants in 2025. ==Districts== {{mapframe|28.642|77.094|zoom=10|width=400|height=420}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}} <!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Delhi.map}} For travel purposes, this article divides Delhi into seven districts. Much of Delhi's pre-colonial wonders is spread across [[Delhi/South|South Delhi]], [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] and [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]. The British first settled at [[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] before moving to the new capital [[New Delhi]] in 1911. {{Regionlist <!-- | regionmap=Delhi map wikivoyage.png | regionInteractiveMap=map1 --> | region1name=[[Delhi/Central|Central Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|t1}} | region1items=Karol Bagh, Paharganj, Patel Nagar, Pusa, Rajendra Nagar, Sadar Bazar, Sarai Rohilla | region1description=Backpacker district with the inexpensive hotels of Paharganj and Karol Bagh. | region2name=[[Delhi/East|East Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|t2}} | region2items=Akshardham, Anand Vihar, CWG Village, Ghazipur, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Yamuna Vihar | region2description=Contains the city's eastern suburbs and planned communities across the Yamuna. Home to the '''Akshardham''', Delhi's largest Hindu temple. | region3name=[[New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|t3}} | region3items=[[New Delhi/Central|Central]], [[New Delhi/North|North]], [[New Delhi/South|South]], [[New Delhi/Cantonment|Cantonment]] | region3description=The British-built capital of India, characterised by wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles or rotaries), colonial mansions and government buildings. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres. | region4name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] | region4color={{StdColor|t4}} | region4items=Ajmeri Gate, Chandni Chowk, Daryaganj, Ferozabad, Kashmere Gate, Minto Road, Raj Ghat, Red Fort | region4description=The Mughal-era core of Delhi, characterised by narrow alleys and huge crowds. Major attractions include the Chandni Chowk, the Red Fort, the Jama Masjid, the Feroz Shah Kotla and the Raj Ghat. | region5name=[[Delhi/South|South Delhi]] | region5color={{StdColor|t5}} | region5items=Chittaranjan Park, Greater Kailash, Hauz Khas, IIT, JNU, Kailash Colony, Mehrauli, Saket, Siri Fort, Vasant Kunj, Vasant Vihar | region5description=Upmarket suburban district with many hotels, guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. Major attractions include the Qutb Minar, Hauz Khas, Nizamuddin and Siri Fort. | region6name=[[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]] | region6color={{StdColor|t6}} | region6items=Bharat Mandapam, Indraprastha, Kalkaji, Lajpat Nagar, Lotus Temple, Okhla, Nizamuddin, Shaheen Bagh, Shergarh, Tughlakabad | region6description=Another high-income district. Major attractions include Shergarh and Tughlakabad. | region7name=[[Delhi/West|West Delhi]] | region7color={{StdColor|t7}} | region7items=Dwarka, Janakpuri, Najafgarh, Punjabi Bagh | region7description=Contains the city's western suburbs and planned communities. The '''Coronation Park''' and the '''Shalimar Bagh''' are major attractions. | region8name=[[Delhi/North|North Delhi]] | region8color={{StdColor|t8}} | region8items=Alipur, Civil Lines, Delhi University, GTB Nagar, Nangloi, Narela, Paschim Vihar, Patel Nagar, Rohini, Shalimar Bagh | region8description=Contains the former British-era cantonment and various former refugee camps. }} ==Understand== Travellers with little experience of visiting developing megacities may find Delhi to be chaotic at its worst, crowded and for much of the year, polluted. Air pollution has been a major problem in Delhi since the 1980s, with much of the day dominated with a very unhealthy amount of particles. During the late spring and early summer months, the city is scorchingly hot. Dig a little deeper, however, and you will get a glimpse of order beneath the chaos, as well as India's traditional and modern cultural richness flourishing side by side. First-time visitors experiencing [[culture shock]] are advised not to compound it by visiting during adverse weather conditions, and get a decent hotel room so you can stay in comfort between your sightseeing trips. In addition, read up on the various [[India#Stay safe|scams and other uncomfortable situations]] travellers to India often encounter. Prepaid SIM cards for tourists are readily available at the airport arrivals hall and convenience stores. They offer generous data packages at low rates. ===Name=== [[File:Hi-Delhi.ogg|right]] The name "Delhi" ([[Hindi]]: दिल्ली ''Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: دهلی ''Dihlī'', both roughly ''DIHL-lee'') refers to the National Capital Territory (NCT) in Northern India, whereas [[New Delhi]] is the capital city within the NCT. The NCT is also considered a city of its own, governed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The modern English, Hindi and Urdu names are derived from the archaic Hindi-Urdu name ''Dehlī'' (देहली / دهلی). There has been much debate regarding the origin of that name, as well as various myths and legends. One of the most popular theories is that the name ''Dehlī'' is a corruption of the Persian word ''dahlīz'' (دهلیز), meaning "threshold" or "gateway", which is considered symbolic of the city as a gateway to the [[Plains (India)|Indian Plains]]. ===History=== [[File:Early Political History of Delhi, 1060-1947.png|thumb|400px|Early settlements in Delhi]] With evidence of continuous settlement dating back to the 6th century BCE, Delhi is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. Thought to have been built and destroyed eleven times, evidence of at least eight distinct settlements can still be seen in Delhi. The most well-preserved historic sites are from the periods of Muslim and British rule, between 1193 and 1947. The legendary city of Indraprastha from the epic Mahabharata is said to have been situated where Delhi now lies, but no remains of it have been found. [[File:Purana Qila, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Purana Qila, ruins of Shergarh]] From the 10th to 14th century, the city was centred in what is now South Delhi: *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Anangpur|wikidata=Q107525102}} (Surajkund) — Built in the 9th-10th century on what is now the far southern outskirts of Delhi, in [[Faridabad]]. A large water reservoir can be seen, well preserved. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Qila Rai Pithora|wikidata=Q14512138}} — Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lalkot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Mehrauli|wikidata=Q6809814}} — Shortly afterwards, in 1192, Muslim leader Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in battle. Ghori left his slave Qutb-ud-din Aibak as his viceroy, who in turn captured Delhi the subsequent year. After Ghori's death in 1206, Qutb-ud-din proclaimed himself the ruler of Delhi and founded what is known as the Slave Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. Qutb-ud-din contributed significantly in terms of architecture by building Mehrauli. His most prominent contribution is the starting of Qutb Minar (which was finally completed in 1220). The tombs and other buildings near the Qutb Minar also date to this period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Siri|wikidata=Q12069185}} — The Slave Dynasty was followed by the Khalji dynasty. In 1303 they established Siri, first as a military camp to protect against possible Mongol invasion, and later as a fortified city. Nowadays Hauz Khas complex (north of Mehrauli) contains ruins of Siri Fort, a madrasa, and other buildings from the period. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Tughlakabad|wikidata=Q2511605}} — After the Khaljis there was chaos until Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (a Turk governor) invaded Delhi in the 1320s, started the Tughlaq dynasty, and founded a new capital Tughlakabad, in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]]. His son Muhammad Bin Tughlaq created another city called Jahapanah in the area between Siri and Qila Rai Pithora, uniting them into one city. Tughlakabad continued, however, to be the main capital city. [[File:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img1.jpg|thumb|Delhi Gate of the Red Fort]] Starting in the 14th century, new areas were built further north, near the current city centre: * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=Ferozabad|wikidata=Q1187568}} (Feroz Shah Kotla) — built by Muhammad bin Tughlaq's son, Feroz, in 1354. There still are some ruins which are visible around the Arun Jaitley Stadium in [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]], near the river. The city was an enclosed large area and contained many palaces, mosques, pillared halls, and a multi-floored water reservoir. Feroz also erected a 1500-year-old Ashokan Pillar (previously erected in Meerut by Maurya emperor Ashoka) on top of the palace. Feroz was buried inside a lofty tomb in Hauz Khas. After his death, the sultanate became unstable and weak, and Delhi was conquered and sacked by Tamerlane. The Sayyid and Lodi dynasties who ruled Delhi after the Tughlaqs did less building, and the only relevant architecture visible from this period are the tombs at Lodi Gardens. The last of the Lodis was defeated by Babur, who then proceeded to establish the [[Mughal Empire]] in 1526. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=Shergarh|wikidata=Q1151529}} (Purana Qila) — In 1533, Babur's son Humayun built the new city of Dinpanah, near the river south of Firozabad. In 1540 Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri and forced to withdraw from Delhi. Sher Shah Suri established the new city Shergarh on the ruins of Dinpanah. Shergarh is near the Delhi Zoo. Humayun later reconquered Delhi and returned to power. He then completed the construction and proceeded to rule from Shergarh. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Shahjahanabad]]|wikidata=Q3242297}} (Old Delhi) — the following emperors moved away from Delhi and made [[Agra]] their capital. Shahjahan (Humayun's great-grandson) returned to Delhi and established Shahjahanabad, including the Jama Masjid and the Red Fort. Much of the city wall, and three of its six gates, still exist today. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Delhi]]|wikidata=Q987}} (Lutyens' Delhi) — New Delhi was established in 1911 after the British decided to move India's capital from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). It is a planned city, designed by architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. ===People=== Fondly called "Delhiites" (''DEHL-ee-IGHTS''), the city's population is a heterogeneous mix of people originally belonging to different parts of the Indian plains and beyond. The original natives used to live on the banks of the Yamuna River, the only major river flowing through the city. However, not all descendants of the builders of Delhi's many Muslim monuments live here. Many of them migrated to [[Pakistan]] during the Partition of India in 1947, with the community in Old Delhi that is keeping old courtly traditions alive smaller than it once was. On the other hand, the same Partition brought around five hundred thousand refugees from Punjab to Delhi. This led to a strong Punjabi influence in the city's language, dress and cuisine. Delhi also has South Indian communities in neighbourhoods like Karol Bagh, RK Puram, Mayur Vihar and Munirka. Other than that, there are prominent ethnic enclaves like Chittaranjan Park (Bengali), Majnu ka Tilla (Tibetan) and Punjabi Bagh (Punjabi). The capital city status of [[New Delhi]] has later attracted people from other parts of India, making it a thriving melting pot. You can find at least one Delhiite whose ancestors migrated from at least one of the country's 28 states and 8 union territories. Quality education also draws students from different states, making up one of the most diverse student populations in the country. ===Orientation=== Like the rest of the Gangetic Plains, Delhi is relatively flat. The only geographical features of any significance are the river Yamuna, which flows down the eastern side of the city, and the Delhi Ridge which form a wide but low arc across the west. On the west bank is the crowded and congested Old Delhi and, to the southwest, the broad, tree-lined avenues of New Delhi, built by the British to rule their [[British Raj|Raj]]. The rest is an endless low-rise sprawl of suburbia and slums, with South Delhi generally wealthier. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Delhi (Safdarjung) 1991-2020 |7.5|20.1|19.1 |10.6|24.2|21.3 |15.4|29.9|17.4 |21.3|36.3|16.3 |25.8|39.9|30.7 |27.7|39.0|74.1 |27.5|35.6|209.7 |26.7|34.2|233.1 |25.0|34.1|123.5 |19.4|33.0|15.1 |13.0|28.4|6.0 |8.4|22.8|8.1 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://mausam.imd.gov.in/newdelhi/mcdata/safdarjung2.pdf IMD] }} The climate in Delhi goes through five distinct seasons. Winter, from December to January, is cold (the temperature drops to near freezing at night though the days are warm) and is notorious for the thick layer of smog that hangs over the city, resulting not only in cancelled flights and delayed trains, but also warnings to stay indoors and wear high-quality masks if you need to venture out. Spring, in the months of February and March, is pleasant with warm days and cool evenings. Summer, in April and May, is uncomfortably hot with temperatures soaring as high as 45&nbsp;°C. Temperatures moderate during the monsoon season (June to September), but it is humid. Autumn, from October to November, brings warm days with relatively cool nights. ===Read=== *''Delhi – India Charming Chaos'' by Johnny Fincioen. This book concentrates on today's power centre of New Delhi and its historical context. The text and the 117 original pictures offer the reader a holistic view of the way of life in the capital of India. *''Kultar's mime : stories of Sikh children who survived the 1984 Delhi massacre'', Sarbpreet Singh's book on the 1984 genocide against Sikhs by anti-Sikh mobs. ({{ISBN|9781523834136}}) *''When a tree shook Delhi : the 1984 carnage and its aftermath'', Manoj Mitta; a book on the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. ({{ISBN|9788174366191}}) *''Tibetans in Delhi'', by S. Khurana, about refugees from Tibet living in Delhi. ({{ISBN|9781542954198}}) *''Delirious Delhi'', Dave Prager; a portrait of Delhi by an expat resident. ({{ISBN|1611458323}}) ===Visitor information=== {{infobox|Beware|There are various private "tourist information" offices around Connaught Place openly claiming to be the official government tourist office. They're actually just travel agents that have nothing to do with the Government of India, and since they prey on tourists, anything you buy from them will be grossly overpriced compared to doing it yourself.}} * {{listing | name=The Government of India Tourist Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=88 Janpath, Connaught Place | lat=28.62719 | long=77.21969 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2332 0005, +91 11 2332 0008, +91 11 2332 0109, +91 11 2332 0266 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Government of India Tourist Office offers daily tours, coverings all of the major Delhi sites. If you should choose to go with the government-sanctioned day tour, be aware that due to the heavy agenda, you will need to have a quick foot, only 20-40 min are given for each sight, which is next to no time. Consider this day tour as a sampler. If there is a sight of particular interest, bookmark it and return at a later date. The staff at the tourist office is very helpful and the office has a lot of free information. }} Official websites: * [https://delhi.gov.in/ Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi] * [https://tourism.delhi.gov.in/ Delhi Tourism] * [https://mcdonline.nic.in/ Municipal Corporation of Delhi] ==Talk== Like the rest of the Hindi belt, the native language of the Delhi area is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]'''. It is spoken by almost all locals, quite often with Bihari and Punjabi accents. Most educated people are also fluent in English, and many shopkeepers and taxi drivers have a functional command of English. [[Punjabi phrasebook|Punjabi]] and [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]] are also the official languages of Delhi, both of which are widely spoken/understood by the locals. The Hindi spoken in Delhi is quite Persianised, similar to the one spoken in western [[Uttar Pradesh]], and much less Sanskritised than the one spoken in [[Varanasi]] or [[Madhya Pradesh]]. Signage is usually bilingual in Hindi and English. However, the road signs in New Delhi (as well as in South and Central Delhi) are in Hindi, English, Punjabi and Urdu. Announcements on the metro are in Hindi (male voice) and English (female voice). Unlike other major cities, locals are not multilingual, and local tour guides do not speak other Indian languages. Though people from all over India live in Delhi, finding a person who can speak other Indian languages is not so easy. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[File:Delhi Airport in July 2018 17.jpg|thumb|Planes on the apron of Indira Gandhi International Airport]] *{{go | name=[[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] | alt={{IATA|DEL}}, sometimes abbreviated as '''IGI''' | url=http://www.newdelhiairport.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.5574 | long=77.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q821275 | lastedit=2022-09-05 | content=The arrival point for many visitors into Delhi. There are several security checkpoints in the airport and you may have to show your boarding pass and passport a dozen times before boarding the plane. When leaving Delhi from the international terminal, arrive three hours before the time of departure. For domestic flights, two hours should suffice, depending on whether or not you must wait in the queues to check luggage. While sometimes time-consuming, the process is smooth, and the new terminal's shops and restaurants are sensibly located at the gate area, not before security. However, if you wish to change Indian rupees back into foreign currency, you must do this before clearing security. There is a complimentary inter-terminal bus that can take you between terminals, but it requires that you present your boarding pass within the terminal and get a coupon that entitles you to travel for free on the bus. Note that unlike western airports, these buses can go into city traffic and be subject to rush hour or other reasons why you can get delayed. }} * {{go | name=Noida International Airport | alt={{IATA|DXN}} | url=https://www.niairport.in/en/company | email= | address=Jewar, [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.170000 | long=77.610000 | directions={{km|70}} SE central Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Noida International Airport | wikidata=Q3812243 | lastedit=2026-06-02 | content=Due to massive growth in air travel, a new airport has been built at the southeastern outskirts of the Delhi metro area. It only serves domestic destinations as of June 2026, with poor transport infrastructure. }} * {{go | name=Hindon Airport | alt={{IATA|HDO}} | url= | email= | address=[[Ghaziabad]], [[Uttar Pradesh]] | lat=28.707703 | long=77.358912 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12693010 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Serves some regional flights as a civil enclave inside an air base. }} ===By bus=== '''Buses''' arrive from [[Kathmandu]] and [[Chitwan]] in [[Nepal]] (36 hr+) and virtually every city in India. Although not as comfortable as the trains, buses are the only choice for some destinations, mainly those in the mountains. Delhi has three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. The [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_DTC/dtc/home Delhi Transport Corporation] (DTC) is the major operator, but every state also runs its own buses and there are some private operators too. * {{go | image= | name=Kashmere Gate ISBT | alt=Maharana Pratap | url= | email= info@dimts.in | address= | lat=28.66896 | long=77.23114 | directions=Metro Kashmere Gate, Line 1/2 | phone=+91 11 43090100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This is "the" ISBT and the largest of the lot. Buses to points north: [[Punjab (India)|Punjab]], [[Haryana]], [[Chandigarh]], [[Garwhal]], [[Rajasthan]], [[Himachal Pradesh]], [[Jammu and Kashmir]] and [[Nepal]] }} * {{go | name=Sarai Kale Khan ISBT | alt=Vir Hakikat Rai | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.58584 | long=77.25650| directions=next to Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points south, ([[Agra]], [[Madhya Pradesh]]) }} * {{go | image= | name=Anand Vihar ISBT | alt=Swami Vivekanand | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64463 | long=77.31485 | directions= On the east bank of Yamuna, M: Anand Vihar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to points east ([[Lucknow]], [[Kumaon]]) }} * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd, New Delhi | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} * {{go | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=New Aruna Nagar, | lat=28.69928 | long=77.22689 | directions=Tibetan colony, a short rickshaw ride from Metro Vidhan Sabha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Buses to [[Dharamsala]] }} ===By train=== {{see also|Rail travel in India}} Once you have purchased a ticket either at the ticket office or on-line prior to the trip, all you need to do is go to the rail car labelled with your class of service purchased. You can either get on and sit in the first available seat or, for higher classes of service, they will often post a passenger list on the car when it stops. Look for your name and go to the assigned car, cabin and seat. There is never a need to get a boarding pass so if anyone comes out of the crowd to tell you that, don't listen to them; it is a scam. If you're brave, you can simply purchase a general 2nd class ticket and then get on any car where there is availability. The conductor will come by and check your tickets after the train starts moving. If you are in a higher fare class than you are ticketed for, all you have to do is simply pay the difference in fare to the conductor. The only risk here is that the train could be full and you could be stuck in the lowest fare class which can be very crowded with little room to sit. Ticket buying: The easiest way is to book online through the [https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/ '''IRCTC''']{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} booking website. Registration requires verification of an email address and a mobile phone number. '''Do not''' trust strangers who appear out of the crowd to help you; '''ignore''' them. Always ask for assistance at the enquiry counter or policemen (in khaki uniform). Anyone who approaches you spontaneously should be '''completely ignored'''. Use one of the porters (in orange uniforms with metallic arms badges) to find your train and carry your luggage, in exchange for a tip. * {{go | name=Ticket office | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the road to Connaught Place with longer hours | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= It often has waiting times not much longer than at the tourist booking office. You will need to know the number or name of the train you want to take. }} ====Stations==== * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NDLS''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=The main station of Delhi, and the terminal of most Rajdhani Express trains. See [[New Delhi#Q2742296|New Delhi]] for details. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''DLI''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}. There is an entrance just outside at the east end of the station and also just over the main road outside (last metro at about 11:30AM). If taking an auto rickshaw from here, the prepaid desk will often try to charge you as much as three times the actual price quoted on the official price guide displayed clearly in their window - bargaining is sadly often cheaper. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=The secondary station of Delhi. }} * {{go | name={{station|Hazrat Nizamuddin|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''NZM''' | url=http://enquiry.indianrail.gov.in/ntes/ | email= | address=Harsha Rd, Nizamuddin East, | lat=28.58701 | long=77.253929 | directions=A few kilometres to the south. Bus 261, 306 to the Sarai Kale Khan Inter State Bus Terminal (ISBT) on the ring road and then walk over to the station (400 m). | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2723139 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Many trains heading south. It's the least chaotic of the ''Big Three'', but still pretty big and poorly signposted; listen to the announcements to figure out your train. The station has a pretty good food court that sells inexpensive, hygienic takeaway snacks including sandwiches and samosas. }} * {{go | name={{station|Anand Vihar Terminal|country=in|nr}} | alt=code: '''ANVT''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.648614 | long=77.314024 | directions=metro: {{station|Anand Vihar|blue|pink}}, RRTS: {{station|Anand Vihar|city=ncr|delhi-meerut}}, just opposite to Anand Vihar Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4751289 | lastedit=2025-10-21 | content=Terminal of most east-bound services. }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Sarai Rohilla|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address=Railway Officers Colony, | lat=28.662992 | long=77.187106 | directions=metro: {{station|Shastri Nagar|red}}; bus 71, 89 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635051 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content= }} * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Cantonment|country=in|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.613534 | long=77.116577 | directions=bus 518, 545, 588 to {{rint|bus}} Delhi Cantt | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955670 | content=Luxury trains like the ''Royal Orient'' depart from this station. Besides, a Vande Bharat Express from [[Ajmer]] terminates at Delhi Cantonment. }} ===By rapid rail=== '''[https://ncrtc.in/ Namo Bharat]''', colloquially '''rapid rail''', is an RRTS network operating between Delhi and other satellite towns of the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] (NCR). It is faster than the existing local trains serving the area. As of 2025, only the '''Delhi–Meerut''' {{rint|delhi|meerut}} stretch of the network is operational. ===By car=== Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. The expressways serving Delhi include: * '''Delhi–Mumbai Expressway''' ('''NE 4''') — one of the longest expressways in India, connecting Delhi to [[Mumbai]]. * '''Delhi–Dehradun Expressway''' — connects Delhi to [[Dehradun]]. * '''Delhi–Gurgaon Expressway''' ('''NH 48''') — provides direct connectivity to [[New Delhi]] from [[Gurugram]]. * '''Delhi–Meerut Expressway''' ('''NE 3''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Meerut]]. * '''Delhi–Noida Direct Flyway''' ('''DND Flyway''') — provides direct connectivity to New Delhi from [[Noida]]. * '''DND–KMP Expressway''' ('''NH 148NA''') — connects New Delhi and [[Noida]] to [[Faridabad]]. * '''Delhi–Amritsar–Katra Expressway''' — an under-construction expressway, intended to connect Delhi to [[Amritsar]] and [[Katra]]. ==Get around== Getting around Delhi is always an adventure. Traffic is, by and large, horribly congested and many drivers will think nothing of quoting ten times the going price to a tourist. Use the prices below as broad guidelines and agree on prices ''before'' setting off. The best way to travel is via metro, where there are separate cabins for women (which prove to be very useful during rush hour). Metro is clean, efficient, and typically ridden by relatively affluent middle-class students or commuters en route to/from work; there is almost nowhere in the city that you cannot get to by metro. ===By metro=== [[File:New Delhi Metro.jpg|thumb|Delhi Metro car]] [[File:Rapid Transit Map of Delhi.jpg|thumb|400px|Delhi Metro and rail network]] The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. As of 2026, there are 9 lines operational with 12 branches spanning over 370km and 271 stations: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa Fares range from ₹10-60, just buy a token, change lines as necessary, and deposit the token in the slot as you exit. Tokens can be used only from the station they are bought, so you can't buy two and use the second to return home. If you're planning on sticking around for a while, you can buy a "Smart Card" for ₹200, which is worth ₹150 and includes a ₹50 deposit; using this saves 10% and, more importantly, lets you avoid the queues. There is also a "Tourist Card" allowing unlimited use for ₹150 (1 day) or ₹300 (3 days), but it's highly unlikely that you'll travel enough to make this pay off. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. '''During rush hour, you might have to queue up for more than 20 minutes due to security checks, especially in the central stations.''' The Yellow Line, in particular, is useful for getting to the Delhi Junction (Chandni Chowk, Jama Masjid) and New Delhi railway stations, the ISBT bus terminal, the backpacker ghetto of Paharganj, Hauz Khas and Qutub Minar. The Blue Line is also handy for visiting Akshardham, Botanical Garden and accessing the western parts of Paharganj through RK Ashram Marg station. The Magenta Line is also useful for getting to the Terminal 1 of Delhi Airport and visiting Hauz Khas, Lotus Temple, Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Botanical Garden. The first coach in every train is reserved for women only; violations incur a penalty. Male passengers accompanying women or girls are forbidden, too. Be aware that if you wish to exit at a main station during rush hour, you will have to tackle your way through in order to get out before the opposite flow of passengers push you back inside. '''Don't be afraid of using your strength to push yourself out.''' ===By bus=== [[File:Delhi Bus Crowded.JPG|thumb|You're never alone on a bus in Delhi]] All parts of Delhi are well connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. The red and blue buses are air-conditioned and the green and orange ones are not. As bus stops do not have bus routes written properly, it can be difficult to find your way. Asking other people at the bus stop is often the best way to find out about bus routes to your destination. However, the buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) If you have a choice, opt for a DTC bus. They will stop less frequently and will generally be less crowded too. Note that many buses, DTC ones too, will stop pretty much anywhere if there are enough people getting on or off. DTC also runs special feeder buses from metro stations called '''DEVI'''(Delhi Electric Vehicle Interconnector) for last mile connectivity. Smaller electric bus fleet which run on shorter and narrower routes on which large DTC buses do not travel. Board buses at the back and pay the ticket seller sitting right next to the door. Be sure to hang onto your tickets, as ticket checks are fairly frequent. Some seats on the left side of the bus may be reserved for women and the handicapped. When it's time to disembark, move to the front of the bus. As you might expect, all these guidelines are regularly ignored when buses are very crowded. ====Hop on Hop off==== [[File:HoHo - Delhi Tourism Bus, Sri Laxminarayan temple, New Delhi, India (2011).jpg|thumb|Hop on Hop off Delhi Tourism Bus]] * {{listing | name=HOHO | alt= | url=http://www.hohodelhi.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4094 0000 (Helpline) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-06 | content=Delhi Tourism operates a Hop On Hop Off bus service. A fleet of air conditioned low floored buses follow a pre-defined set of stops around the city and passengers can ''hop'' off the bus, see the place at one's own convenience and ''hop'' on the next bus. The service runs on a 45 minute interval and covers important monuments, memorials, museums and shopping places in the city. Each bus is staffed with a knowledgeable English speaking guide. The ticket costs ₹ 600 and is valid for 2 consecutive days. The service does not operate on Mondays. }} ===By taxi=== [[File:Delhi Taxi.JPG|thumb|Official Taxi]] A '''taxi''' or '''hired car''' (usually with driver) is required to see many of the far-flung sites within and around Delhi. However, the metro is a far cheaper and equally comfortable option. Most Delhi taxis are old but reliable CNG-run Ambassadors or ''Omnis'' in distinctive '''black-and-yellow''' livery and a green stripe. The hired family car of choice is usually a ''Toyota Innova'' or ''Chevrolet Tavera''. While all are equipped with meters and ''should'' cost ₹15 for the first km ₹8.5 per km, the meters are often rigged and it's better to agree on the price in advance. Most trips around the city should be ₹200-500, while a trip to the airport would be higher, depending on starting location. An eight-hour charter should cost around ₹1,500, and a tip is expected if the driver is helpful. The prices would also depend upon the vehicle size too. Black and yellow taxis are not air-conditioned. Even if they do have air conditioning, you will be charged extra (and the rates are up to the driver, so bargain hard). Modern '''radio taxi''' services: at ₹20/km, they're more the list price of the competition, but they use modern vehicles with air-conditioning and GPS and can be dialled 24 hr/day. The flag fare is ₹20, and the fare increases by ₹5 for every 250 m after the first km. If you need an SUV, you need to inform the company in advance, but the fare remains the same. Night charges (25% extra) apply between 11PM to 5AM. Book up to a few hours in advance. Many corporate people rely on these cabs for their daily commute and they may be booked during office hours. Tipping is not expected. After booking, you will receive an SMS with the car plate number, and the driver's name and mobile number. Usually the driver will call you and inform you that they have arrived. Many drivers speak English at a very basic level, so use short phrases. You can use TaxiPixi services and avoid all the hassle, available on both Android and iOS. As of 2024, taxi for hire apps also include Uber, Ola, and Rapido. Don't take non-official taxis, they might take you to wrong hotels, or to a "tourist information centre", and try to sell you overpriced things. To be on the safe side, Check that whether the driver has their official documentation or not. Taxi rides involving tourists in Delhi almost always involve minor scams. Most of the time, the driver will demand more money than originally agreed. During the ride, prepare a sum of money that is at least the agreed fare and put in your shirt pocket or comparable spot. At the destination, get your belongings out of the car first and leave the door open to slow the driver down if he follows you. Hand the money to the driver without stupidly asking for change and then immediately walk away as quickly as you can in the direction that would be most difficult for him to follow. ==== Transportation network taxis ==== Delhi is also serviced by various transportation network ("ridesharing") companies including Uber and Ola Cabs. Make sure to check the tariffs in these before you pay. While most of these services accept cash, many can also be linked to online wallet services like Paytm, so overcharging is rarely a risk. ===By auto rickshaw=== [[Image:Auto-rickshaw.JPG|thumb|250px|Auto-rickshaws - no doors]] '''Auto rickshaws''' (also called '''three-wheeled scooters''', '''tuk-tuks''' or simply '''autos''') are good for shorter trips. Always in a distinctive '''yellow-and-green''' livery, auto rickshaws are three-wheeled partially enclosed contraptions that run on CNG and can seat three people in the back. In general, they are much cheaper than taxis and can be hailed from the street. Although by law the rickshaw drivers should charge according to the meter in their vehicle (₹25 for the first two km, ₹8/km after), this rate is unrealistically low and they will almost always try to [[haggle]] for price. Try to negotiate a price before entering the vehicle. As rules of thumb, expect even the shortest journey to cost ₹30-40/person regardless of the meter, but you should never need to pay over ₹150 for any trip within the city. If you're overquoted, don't be afraid to walk away. It's usually easy to find another one soon, usually with a driver who won't rip you off. If you have any trouble with drivers, go to any of the numerous tourist police stations in the city centre and they will give you a complaint slip which will result in a ₹500 fine for the auto driver. There should also be a telephone number written on the vehicle to call in case of any complaint. There are a number of "Pre-paid" auto stands run by the Police. Tell them where you want to go and pay them upfront. The charge will include ₹5 for the service. You then take the coupon and stand outside where a policeman will direct you to the next available Auto. When your journey is completed you hand the coupon to the auto driver and that's it. Nothing more to pay (despite what they may say). ===By cycle rickshaw=== [[File:ChawriBazaar JamaMasjid.JPG|thumb|Traffic in Old Delhi's Chawri Bazaar, facing Jama Masjid]] Cycle rickshaws are three-wheeled, pedal/electric powered rickshaws with seats in the back to seat passengers and a driver in the front. They are good for short distances, or places which are too far to walk but too short for taking a bus/taxi/auto rickshaw. Cycle rickshaws don't use meters, so establish a price before getting on. ₹20-50 is reasonable for most journeys of a few km. Cycle rickshaws are best to use in Old Delhi to visit the intricate galis (walkways) and to enjoy the smells and sounds of the city. Cycle rickshaws can still be found in some parts of Old Delhi and residential neighbourhoods, but they are becoming less common. In the early 2020s, battery-powered e-rickshaws have largely replaced them, as they are faster, more widely available, and usually cheaper for short trips. Travellers may therefore see fewer traditional cycle rickshaws compared to the past. ===By electric rickshaw=== Electric rickshaws, popularly known as tuk-tuk or e-rickshaws, are also used to enjoy the streets of Old Delhi. These are battery-operated alternatives to auto rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost, and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. E-rickshaws are now widely available across Delhi and have become the most common form of short-distance transport. They are particularly useful for short trips within neighbourhoods and for last-mile connectivity to and from metro stations, markets, and bus stops. Fares are usually low and fixed per passenger, though it is advisable to confirm the price before boarding. ===By car=== {{seealso|Driving in India}} For travelling in Delhi, you could hire a car. The road conditions are generally better than in the rest of India. However, traffic jams is a major concern in Delhi - and traffic in general is more chaotic than in first world countries. Driving in Delhi can be challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with Indian road conditions. Traffic congestion is common, particularly during rush hours, and road discipline may be different from what drivers from Western countries are used to. Lane discipline is often loosely followed, honking is frequent, and sudden stops or turns are not unusual. First-time visitors from developed countries may find driving stressful, so it is generally recommended to avoid self-driving and instead rely on taxis, rideshare apps, or hired drivers. ===On foot=== Much of Delhi is quite pedestrian-hostile. Distances are long, road signage is poor, and in the more tourist oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk from Rashtrapati Bhavan (President's house) to India Gate on the Kartavya Path (a walk of close to 3–4&nbsp;km). * Walk from Jama Masjid to Red Fort in the Chandni Chowk area. * Far South Delhi go walk about in the forest. Try starting from south of Indian Institute of Technology through Sanjay Van to Qutub Minar. Note however that Sanjay Van is not always safe, and it is advisable to go there in a group, preferably during daylight. * South Delhi-Green Park-Hauz Khas Village, then to the Hauz Khas ruined madrasa, offers a newer shopping area, an up-market arts village, old ruins, and some quality gardens. ==See== [[File:20191205 Grobowiec Humajuna w Delhi 1055 6794.jpg|thumb|Humayun’s Tomb]] [[File:Tomb of Mohammed Shah (Lodhi Garden).JPG|thumb|Tomb of Muhammad Shah, Lodi Gardens]] {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi is known for its impressive range of structures — fortifications, mosques, and tombs — built during the centuries when Delhi was the centre of large Muslim empires. There are dozens of notable sites scattered around the city, and several of them are internationally famous as [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Sites]]. Detailed listings of all sights in Delhi can be found in the district articles. The most visited sites are the '''Red Fort''' (the 17th century palace of the Mughal emperor), the '''Jama Masjid''' (a vast and beautiful 17th century mosque), the '''Qutb Minar''' (a 73-meter high tower, dating to the 13th century but still with well-preserved intricate carvings), '''Humayun's Tomb''' (the vast 16th century tomb of the Mughal emperor Humayun), and the '''Purana Qila''' (a 16th-century Mughal citadel). Newcomers often confuse between Delhi and [[New Delhi]]. In fact, New Delhi, the capital of India, is a city within the Delhi metropolis. New Delhi was built in 1911–12 under the [[British Raj|British rule]]. Being centrally planned in the modern era, it features wide boulevards, large parks, and roundabouts between its government buildings. Popular sights here are the '''India Gate''', the '''Kartavya Path''' "national mall" connecting the main government buildings, and '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (presidential palace). Many of the most important '''museums''' in Delhi are located here too. Another popular attraction is the Bahá'í '''Lotus Temple''' in the South East, a modern structure built with a flower-like shape. It is one of the most visited buildings in the world. The '''Akshardham''' is another such attraction in East Delhi. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India vs Afghanistan on 11th October 2023.jpg|thumb|Watching cricket at the Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium]] You can find many major sports venues in Delhi such as the '''Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium''', the '''Ambedkar Stadium ''' for football and the '''Indira Gandhi Arena''' - one of Asia's largest indoor arenas in the southeastern corner of Central Delhi. A bit further south is the '''Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium''', home to the national football team and the venue for major sports events in the city. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. During the '''Independence Day''' on 15 August, the flag of India is hoisted at the Red Fort, and the Prime Minister addresses the nation. This includes the past year's achievements, current challenges and call for further development. The speech is followed by a march past of the Indian military. Parades and pageants showcase scenes from the independence struggle and India's diverse cultural traditions. The airspace around the Red Fort is declared a no-fly zone during that day. The '''[http://newdelhiworldbookfair.gov.in/ New Delhi World Book Fair]''' is India's second-oldest book fair. It is held on mid-January at Bharat Mandapam in [[Delhi/South East|South East Delhi]]. ==Learn== Delhi is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities in Delhi are JNU, DU, IGNOU, DTU, JMI, IIT and AIIMS. The official website of Delhi government's [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/DOIT_Education/education/home Directorate of Education] is a good starting point for learning more about study opportunities in the metropolis. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are many training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. Besides conventional educational institutes, more and more foreigners also make the effort to learn Hindi or Urdu, and Delhi is home to both languages. ==Work== Delhi's economy is expanding rapidly. In analogy many interesting work opportunities emerge. [http://www.monsterindia.com Monster], [https://www.jobted.in Jobted] and other online job platforms are a good starting point to see what kind of jobs are on offer. Traditionally foreigners often work in the social sector or in teaching. Increasingly, however, expats work for multinational companies and even local Indian companies. There is a great variety of employment opportunities in Delhi for foreigners, whether they would like to work in business, NGOs, educational institutes, or even government. Still, there is one caveat: the labour market in Delhi is highly competitive and so at many prestigious organisations, the number of applicants far exceeds the number of positions available, which allows employers to receive highly talented applicants for rather meagre salaries (especially when compared to other international destinations). ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Fab india.jpg|thumb|250px|Fabindia - a clothing chain store]] If you're not afraid to haggle and bump elbows in bazaars, Delhi is a great place to shop. Most of the well-known bazaars are located in the most central parts of Delhi, both [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old]] and [[New Delhi]]. Western-style malls are plentiful and are found further south—in [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]] and [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], as well as the satellite cities of [[Gurugram]] and [[Noida]]. Many shopping districts are overcrowded on Saturdays and closed on Sundays. ===Clothing=== Delhi is a shoppers' paradise when it comes to clothing. From centuries-old bazaars selling traditional fabrics and bridal wear to trendy street markets and luxury malls with international labels, travellers can find almost any style here. Bargaining is common in street markets, while fixed prices are the norm in malls and branded stores. If you're looking for '''ethnic wear''', '''Chandni Chowk''' can be a good place with historic lanes filled with sari and lehenga shops, ideal for weddings and festive attire. In '''Karol Bagh''' you can find affordable salwar kameez, saris, and everyday Indian wear. If you prefer to shop at a chain store, look for '''FabIndia''' with multiple outlets around Delhi. They have high-quality handloom cottons and silks in elegant, contemporary cuts. For '''Western wear''', some options include the '''Sarojini Nagar Market''', famous for trendy, fast-fashion style clothing at bargain prices and the '''Janpath Market''' for youth-oriented clothing and accessories, with a bohemian touch. The '''Select Citywalk Mall''' (Saket) is a popular mall featuring both Indian and international fashion brands. There are also some options if looking for both Indian and western clothing. The '''Lajpat Nagar Central Market''' is a blend of ethnic and Indo-western outfits at mid-range prices. '''Shahpur Jat''' features designer boutiques offering fusion fashion, popular with young professionals. Also, the state-run handicraft market '''Dilli Haat''' sells regional textiles, kurtas, and unique handmade clothing. ===Traditional textiles and shawls=== Pashmina and Kashmiri shawls are available at government emporiums or Kashmiri shops (authentic ones are expensive and there are fake ones in circulation). Buy with a keen eye. Block-printed fabrics from Rajasthan and Gujarat; stoles, dupattas, and bedsheets can be found at shops in Chandni Chowk. Silk & handloom cotton – Banarasi silks, ikat, and khadi are widely sold in FabIndia, Khadi India, and state emporiums. Authentic silk is very expensive. ===Spices and teas=== India is world-famous for its spices and teas, and Delhi is one of the best places to buy them. From the old spice bazaars of Old Delhi to modern specialty shops, travellers can find everything from fragrant cardamom, saffron, and cinnamon to masala chai blends and premium Assam or Darjeeling teas. Khari Baoli (Old Delhi) is Asia’s largest spice market, great for spices, dry fruits, and teas. Tea shops sell good-quality Assam, Darjeeling, and masala chai blends. ===Electronics=== [[Image:Nehru-1.jpg|thumb|Nehru Place]] For '''computers''' and '''software''', the best place to look is '''Nehru Place''' IT market complex in [[Delhi/South East Delhi|South East Delhi]], an interesting combination of modern technology products and old world marketplace sales techniques. You can find cheap hardware here as well as both original and pirated software. There are also several similar markets in other parts of Delhi, mostly in [[Delhi/West Delhi|West Delhi]]. ===Books=== The Indian book industry is huge, producing annually about 15,000 books in English, and obviously far more in Hindi and other native languages. Delhi is a hub of this industry, so there are small, specialist bookstores that abound. Locally produced books can be very inexpensive and many popular Western titles are published and available here for a fraction of their original cost. In general, good places to buy books are in [[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]] ('''Daryaganj''' neighbourhood and the '''Nai Sarak Bookshop Area'''), plus shopping malls at the south. The '''Daryaganj Sunday Book Market''' is a flea market-book market open on Sundays from 10AM to evening, with a vast selection. Bargain for best prices. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:JalebiS.jpg|thumbnail|Sweet ''jalebis'' are very popular in Delhi]] Delhiites complain about many things in their city, but the '''food''' will satisfy even the most demanding gourmet. Not only can you find some of the best Indian food on the subcontinent, but there is also an increasing number of excellent (if often pricey) international restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. When ordering, do remember that Delhi is about 1,000&nbsp;km from the nearest ocean, so vegetarian, chicken and mutton dishes are the way to go. Do visit Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk. This street has shops that make and sell solely parathas (stuffed Indian bread)with pandit ji parathe wale being in the business for over 150 years and many generations. These are available in all the possible flavours and stuffing you may imagine, with hundreds of varieties from bitter gourd to ice cream. Delhi has arguably the best '''street food''' in India. However, do not eat unhygienic or open food. There are plenty of restaurants offering street food in a potentially more hygienic environment. You can join local groups of foodies who go out regularly to sample and savour what new and old dishes the city has to offer. If you want a fully customized food tour tailored specifically for you, then [http://FoodTourInDelhi.com Food Tour In Delhi] is a good choice. The guests can explore the street food of Delhi in a fun and safe manner. Their tours cover food joints which are in business for 50 to 120 years and serve some of the best street food in the world. The tours cover winding streets of Old Delhi as well as swanky upscale markets located all over the city. The food tours are led by chefs and culinary experts with extensive experience and offer facilities such as pickup and drop, unlimited food which covers all major varieties of food available in the city. Another one of the most active groups is [https://www.facebook.com/FEDwalks/ Food Enthusiasts of Delhi]. They organize regular food walks, better known as Raids to various parts and joints in the city. It's a non-commercial group, brought together by their passion and love for food. {{infobox|Chaat|If you want to eat '''chaat''', the North Indian street side snack food, Delhi is the place to be. Like Spanish ''tapas'' or Greek ''mezze'', chaat can cover a vast variety of things, but Delhi style tends to mean a deep-fried pastry shell, stuffed after cooking with potatoes, lentils or almost anything else. They're then topped with yoghurt, chutneys and ''chaat masala'' spice mix and eaten fresh. Some typical chaat items are paapdi chaat (''a mix of small round fried crispy things with yoghurt and other sauces''), paneer tikka (''cubes of cottage cheese baked in a tandoor with spices''), pani puri or golguppa (''small round hollow shells filled with a potato-based filling and a spicy sweet blend of sauces''). [[Image:Haldirams RajKachori.JPG|240px|center]]}} ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} Delhi's nightlife scene has changed since the beginning of the millennium. There are plenty of modern, cosmopolitan places to separate you from your rupees. In a desperate attempt to keep the sex ratio vaguely equitable, many lounges and clubs have '''couples only''' policies (that is, no single men or men-only groups), enforced with varying degrees of strictness. While everything is supposed to shut down by 1AM, things can keep going much longer. The coffee culture in Delhi consists mostly of large, heavily standardised chains. The two most common, '''[http://barista.co.in/ Barista]''' and '''[https://www.cafecoffeeday.com/ Cafe Coffee Day]''', can be found in multiple locations across the city, most notably around Connaught Place. The UK-based '''[http://costa.co.uk/ Costa Coffee]''' and the US-based '''[https://www.starbucks.in/ Starbucks]''' have also made a foray into the market. For listings of independent coffee shops, see the district articles. ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Prices quoted may not include taxes of up to 22.5%, calculated based on the published rack rates - not necessarily the price that you actually pay, which could be discounted. Smoking is not allowed in Delhi hotels. ===Budget=== Delhi has plenty of budget accommodation options, priced from ₹400-2,500. Many of them are in the city centre, while others are further south, in the affluent southern areas or towards the airport. ===Mid-range=== Delhi's chronic lack of quality hotels has led to a mushrooming of guest houses of widely varying quality and price. The new official 'Delhi Bed and Breakfast scheme' has also contributed a range of private rooms available for bed & breakfast accommodation. These rooms range from cheap dumps to classy rooms in the best areas of Delhi. ===Splurge=== Most of Delhi's expensive hotels are in [[New Delhi]], roughly along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are located in areas further south and west. Prices in this category are generally over ₹8,000. ==Stay safe== [[File:Night view of Old Delhi, from Jama Masjid.jpg|thumb|Delhi at night]] Many first-time travellers to India find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]], and unfortunately Delhi has a lot of both. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. If this is your first time to India, do not openly admit it, as this will make you more vulnerable to touts. Delhi is '''very unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]''', and is among the three most unsafe cities for women in India. It is considered as the 'rape capital of the world'. It is not uncommon in some areas to receive lewd remarks or even physical touching. If you are arriving into Delhi for the first time at night, stay in either the airport or station lounge, or well-lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. Never use public transport, or travel outside your hotel during the night, to avoid sexual harassment. Dress conservatively (preferably in Indian clothing so as to blend in). Learn to shout and consider carrying mace/pepper spray. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know, to avoid this. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Some recommend carrying an expendable wallet with a few ten rupee notes in it in an obvious place such as your hip pocket as a decoy to Delhi's ubiquitous [[pickpockets]]. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle tourists, such as by changing their travel plans or charging them extra commissions and fees. You should book your flight tickets online, as all the airlines have online booking systems. Otherwise, prepare to spend a good hour sorting through the charges that the tourist agency will charge. The best way to secure train tickets is by navigating through [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]{{Dead link|date=May 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. If you have problems booking online - the IRCTC site is unreliable - you can buy tickets in person. The best place to do so is at the [http://delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_tourism/Tourism/Home/Tourist+Information+Centers Tourist Information Centre], these are ''within'' transit hubs. Be ''very'' careful, there are many scammers surrounding the railway stations looking for anyone on foot and out-of-place who will "help" you find a "ticket office for foreigners", usually in a nondescript building some blocks from a station, where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. When in doubt, look at reviews for the information centre you are at (for example, on Google Maps). Some scammers will stand at the entrance to the station and physically try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets (never mind that you need to enter the station to buy tickets!). Remember - you should be able to enter any station just by going through a metal detector. Nobody will check your tickets before you get on a train (As a measure to control crowding at stations, many stations may require you to purchase a platform ticket (usually costs ₹10-20) if you are just visiting and do not have a railway ticket with you. If arriving late at night at the airport or railway station, be very wary of '''taxi drivers trying to scam''' tired and unprepared tourists. A common scam is to drive you an area where there are roadworks or a roadblock, and tell you that the path to your hotel is blocked off and it's not possible to take you there. They'll then suggest to take you to another hotel, where they receive a commission for bringing customers. They may take you to a number of hotels first which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation, and hence openness to paying more. There have been reports also, of bringing tourists to a "travel agent", who will feign ringing your booked hotel to confirm that either the way is blocked, or they are overbooked and there is no room available. If you've let on that you were only staying in Delhi for the night, they may also try to convince you, that there are no hotel rooms available anywhere, and sell you an extremely overpriced private car ride to your next destination. This can be a very confusing and tiring process if you've just come off a long flight, short on sleep. If you're arriving after midnight, it is therefore highly advisable to have accommodation pre-booked and arrange pick-up from the airport or station with your hotel, or at least have the phone number with you, so that should you get lost or caught in a sticky situation you have someone reliable to call up. Practically everyone who handles your cash in Delhi will shortchange you, including the clerks at the police taxi kiosk at the airport and ticket sellers at historic sites and museums. It will be your word against theirs, so the only protection is to just not need change. Learn the money as soon as possible. Count out the smallest sum you can produce that is at least the price you need to pay. If they claim you didn't pay what you actually paid, write the cash off, walk away, and go somewhere else. ===Delhi Police=== The '''[https://delhipolice.gov.in/ Delhi Police]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''DP''') is the police force serving the Delhi metropolis. Some police officers may be corrupt and unhelpful. Police vehicles (called PCR vans) are parked on almost every major intersection. ==Stay healthy== {{cautionbox|Delhi and the surrounding cities, including the Taj Mahal in [[Agra]], experience moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, as the unfavourable topography and dry stagnant weather trap all pollutants emitted within the valley. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activity. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out.}} [[File:Sri Lanka Buddhist Pilgrim Rest House hardly visible due to Smog at New Delhi on 31st Dec 2017 DSCN8824 1.jpg|thumb|The air quality is among the worst in the world in Delhi]] Summer begins in early April and continues till the end of June, with the heat peaking in May. By the latter part of April or during early May. The temperatures regularly exceed 40&nbsp;°C (104&nbsp;°F), meaning that proper hydration is of the utmost importance. Keep yourself covered in summers to avoid a [[heat stroke]]. Drink a lot of water — around 3 litres a day — particularly in the summer. Keep in mind that the water is almost always manufactured by reverse osmosis (RO). This means that it is close to distilled water, and you might want to mix some ORS / WHO solutions into the water. Winter arrives in Delhi by late November or early December and continues till mid-February. In winter there can be seasonal fog; on particularly foggy days, it can be difficult to see across the street. If you are flying in or out Delhi during the winters, be aware of fog-related flight delays. Drink only packaged bottled water to avoid water-related illness. Sticking to freshly- and well-cooked food will lessen your chances on acquiring the "[[Travellers' diarrhea|Delhi belly]]". Delhi is one of the most polluted cities in the world, with pollution levels often in the "poor", "severe", or "hazardous" range. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi air quality data]. Air quality is especially bad around the crop burning season, which begins in late September and extends towards early November. Consider wearing a surgical mask or other approved N95/N99 mask, especially if spending an extended time in Delhi or North India. For travellers with significant respiratory problems, a P100 mask isn't overkill, though remember that wearing rubber masks will often cause skin irritation if worn for prolonged periods in high heat and humidity. Additionally, the Oberoi and some other high end hotels have built in air filtration systems, and the additional expenditure may be worth it. ===Hospitals=== * {{listing | name=AIIMS | alt=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, pronounced 'aims' | url=http://www.aiims.edu | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.565000 | long=77.210000 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | image=AIIMS central lawn.jpg | wikidata=Q15177600 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of Delhi's premier medical institutes. }} * {{listing | name=Apollo Hospital | alt= | url=https://delhi.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.541524 | long=77.283225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Apollo Hospital, Indraprastha | image=Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.jpg | wikidata=Q4780319 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Apollo's Delhi branch. }} * {{listing | name=Safdarjung Hospital | alt= | url=http://vmmc-sjh.nic.in/Default_Hospital.aspx | email= | address=Mahatma Gandhi Marg | lat=28.567327 | long=77.204991 | directions=metro: {{station|AIIMS|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Safdarjung Hospital | image=Safdarjung Hospital 2018 stamp of India 2.jpg | wikidata=Q7398430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the mtropolis. Phone numbers in Delhi begin with 011, typically followed by eight digits. To call Delhi from outside India you will need to dial the international prefix for your country, followed by India's country code 91. If you want to dial a landline number from a mobile phone, then you have to add 011 before the number. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== Mobile internet service could be suspended at short notice in the event of major political instability. Water shortages are common in the western suburbs (doesn’t occur in Central Delhi, New Delhi and South Delhi) and do your part by not wasting too much water. *'''Laundry service''' is offered in most hotels, even in budget accommodation. If you would rather save the money and do it yourself, buckets are found in almost all bathrooms - but perhaps wash it out well first. *'''Exercising''' outdoors is not recommended due to the level of pollution and swimming in rivers is also not recommended. Instead, look for a hotel with a gym or a pool since many offer day passes. You can always try a morning or evening walk in the parks. ===Embassies=== Most embassies are in the Chanakyapuri area of [[New Delhi]]; see [[New Delhi#Embassies and High Commissions]]. However, some are outside the capital city limits, which are listed here. * {{flag|Algeria}} {{listing | name=Algeria | alt= | url=http://www.algerianembassy.co.in/ | email=contact@algerianembassy.co.in | address=2/2, Shanti Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411-7585, +91 11 2411-8586 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2411-7590 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q100269162 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Angola}} {{listing | name=Angola | url=http://angolaembassyindia.com/ | email=xietuang@del2.vsnl.net.in | address=5, Poorvi Marg Vasant Vihar, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614-6195, +91 11 2614-6197 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2614-6184 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Brunei}} {{listing | name=Brunei | url= | email= | address=August Kranti Marg | lat=28.5461473 | long=77.2089878 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=High Commission of Brunei Darussalam }} * {{flag|Cambodia}} {{listing | name=Cambodia | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Road, 110017, New Delhi | lat=28.54368 | long=77.21826 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{Flag|Cuba}}{{listing | name=Cuba | alt= | url=http://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/es/india | email=secretaria@in.embacuba.cu (Embassy), consular@in.embacuba.cu (Consulate) | address=E-2/5, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.565499 | long=77.159018 | directions= | phone=+91 91262 62468 | tollfree= | hours=M- Th, 09:00 -13:00 | price= | wikidata=Q112112695 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Maldives}} {{listing | name=Maldives | alt= | url= | email= | address=C-31, Anand Niketan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4143-5701 | tollfree= | fax=+91-11-4143-5709 | hours= | price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2017-07-27 | content= }} * {{flag|Mexico}} {{listing | name=Mexico | alt= | url= | email= | address=C, Anand Niketan, 8, Benito Juarez Marg, Block C, Anand Niketan | lat=28.580140 | long=77.163970 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2411 7180 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019 | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=North Macedonia | alt= | url= | email=delhi@mfa.gov.mk | address=Hauz Khas Enclave K 80 A | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 4614 2603 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4614 2604 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Paraguay}} {{listing | name=Paraguay | url=http://www.paraguayembassy.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.56494 | long=77.16106 | directions= | phone=+91 11 42705671 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 42705672 | hours=Official M-F 9AM-5PM, consular & visitors 10AM-1PM | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Peru}} {{listing | name=Peru | alt= | url= | email= | address=D-2/5, Block D, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.558874 | long=77.160823 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4616 3333 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://newdelhi.mae.ro/en | email=newdelhi@mae.ro | address=D 6/6, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 26140447 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 26140611 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content=Also covers as the embassy of Romania for [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]] and [[Nepal]]. }} * {{flag|Rwanda}} {{listing | name=Rwanda | url= | email=rwanda@spectranet.com | address=41, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 11 2866 1604 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2866 1605 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|South Africa}} {{listing | name=South Africa | alt= | url= | email= | address=B -18, Vasant Marg, Block B, Vasant Vihar | lat=28.56612 | long=77.16021 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2614 9411 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Taiwan}} {{listing | name=Taiwan | alt= | url=http://www.roc-taiwan.org/IN | email= | address=83, Paschimi Marg | lat=28.565571 | long=77.156249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India | wikidata=Q24033715 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ==Go next== Delhi is a major international transit hub for [[Rail travel in India|trains]], planes and buses as well as a great connection point for domestic destinations within India. It's also a great base for exploration of the famous [[hill stations in India|hill stations]]. ===Nearby=== [[File:Taj Mahal front view with trees.jpg|thumb|The Taj Mahal is a couple of hours away from Delhi by train]] *'''[[Agra]]''' and the '''[[Taj Mahal]]''' are a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. By road, the Taj Mahal can be reached in 3 hrs through Yamuna Expressway from Delhi. Book tickets in the train cars with seats far in advance, and look for the seats put aside especially for tourists. You can also rent a car and driver for the day and shouldn't pay more than ₹5,000 roundtrip (if not less). The Taj Mahal is closed on Friday. * '''[[Jaipur]]''' and '''[[Rajasthan]]''' are reachable by plane or overnight train. As of 2026, the fastest trains make the journey to Jaipur in about 4 hours. * '''[[Gurugram]]''' (Gurgaon) a southern satellite city, is a 1 hr drive or a metro ride away. * The small '''[[Sultanpur National Park]]''' is described as a birdwatcher's paradise. There are a few daily trains from Delhi to Farrukhnagar stopping at Sultanpur station a couple of kilometres west of the park. It's also possible to take a Delhi metro train or bus to [[Gurugram]] and a taxi from there. * '''[[Sariska Reserve and National Park]]''', about 200 km west of Delhi is famous as a tiger reserve. Take the train (2-3 hours) or bus to the nearest major city, [[Alwar]], and from there bus or taxi. * '''[[Vrindavan]]''' an important Hindu pilgrimage destination related to Lord Krishna, reachable by rickshaw from [[Mathura]] (which is 2-3 h by train from Delhi towards Agra) ===Further away in India=== *'''[[Bandhavgarh National Park]]''' and the '''Bandhavgarh Fort''' are the tiger reserves in Madhya Pradesh. This is a tiger preservation project and has the highest density of tigers in India. *'''Char Dham''' of '''[[Uttarakhand]]''' - Delhi is the starting point of the famous pilgrimage centres of the Himalayan state: [[Badrinath]] (the abode of Vishnu), [[Kedarnath]] (the abode of Shiva), [[Gangotri]] and [[Yamunotri]] (the origin of sacred rivers Ganges and Yamuna respectively). *'''[[Corbett National Park]]''', the first national park of the country, is around 5 hours' drive from Delhi *'''[[Dharamsala]]''', the seat of the Dalai Lama's government-in-exile, is 10-12 hr to the north. Tickets can be purchased from Main Bazaar tourist offices, Majnu ka Tilla Tibetan settlement or the ISBT. * Ride the '''Maharajas' Express''', a [[tourist train|luxury train]] running between Delhi and [[Mumbai]]. * The holy cities of '''[[Haridwar]]''' and '''[[Rishikesh]]''', in the foothills of the Himalayas, are a 5-6 hr bus or train ride away. * '''[[Mussoorie]]''' - one of the original British hill stations in India; also known as ''The Queen of the Hills''. *'''[[Nainital]]''' - another beautiful hill station in the Kumaon hills with the magnificent Naini Lake. * '''[[Shimla]]''' - the summer capital of British India, now the state capital of [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It has many scenic and historic locations and is about an 8 hr drive or 10 hr in a bus. A direct flight from Delhi takes just 1 hr to reach Shimla. ===International destinations=== *'''[[Lahore]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Pakistan]]''', also houses Mughal-era architecture. Cross-border bus and train services are suspended since 2019, and the Wagah/Attari border crossing is closed since the border skirmishes in May 2025. So the only remains is by plane. * '''[[Kathmandu]]''', in neighbouring '''[[Nepal]]''', is a roughly 36+ hr by coach, or longer (but more comfortably) on a combination of train and coach. {{routebox | placename=Delhi (National Highway routes) | image1=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rohtak]] | minorl1=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=END | minorl2=Merges with [[Image:NH44-IN.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Agra]] | minorr2= [[Mathura]] | image3=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl3=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Agra]] | minorr3= [[Noida]] | image4=NH48-IN.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4= | directionr4=S | majorr4=[[Jaipur]] | minorr4= [[Gurgaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Delhi (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Ludhiana]] | minorl1=[[Kurukshetra]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Moradabad]] | minorr1= [[Ghaziabad]] | image2=NH9-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | image2a=Tabliczka AH2.svg | imagesize2a=50 | image2b=NH44-IN.svg | imagesize2b=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Rohtak]] | minorl2=[[Bahadurgarh]] | directionr2=N | majorr2=[[Ludhiana]] | minorr2=[[Kurukshetra]] }} {{isPartOf|Plains (India)}} {{geo|28.6377|77.2058|zoom=12}} {{guidecity}} <!-->{{related|Footloose_in_Old_Delhi}}<--> mmq9sscrw24gjjnddlacqixcfhq796z 0 10117 5328545 5295444 2026-08-14T22:40:10Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Drink */ added a place 5328545 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address =Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit=2026-05-30 | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = | lastedit=2026-05-30 }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliners | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.509405|long=-2.08320349|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Best Western Himley Hotel Dudley | url=http://www.butterflyhotels.co.uk/Our_Hotels/Dudley/index.php | email=res@bwhimleyhoteldudley.co.uk | address=School Road, Himley, Dudley, DY3 4LG | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1902 896716 | tollfree= | fax=+44 1902 896668 | hours= | price=M-Th Sa £55, F Su £45. Breakfast is available for £7.95. | checkin=2PM (early check-in by arrangement) | checkout=11AM (late check-out by arrangement) | content=Best Western hotel with rooms, meeting rooms and a restaurant. Each bedroom includes bath and/or shower, work desk, flat screen freeview TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms have been adapted to allow for easier access. }} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} ld6n49wd0gw5c0adpytcet062z8o2c7 5328546 5328545 2026-08-14T22:41:24Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Drink */ 5328546 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address =Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit=2026-05-30 | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = | lastedit=2026-05-30 }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliners | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.509405|long=-2.08320349|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Best Western Himley Hotel Dudley | url=http://www.butterflyhotels.co.uk/Our_Hotels/Dudley/index.php | email=res@bwhimleyhoteldudley.co.uk | address=School Road, Himley, Dudley, DY3 4LG | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1902 896716 | tollfree= | fax=+44 1902 896668 | hours= | price=M-Th Sa £55, F Su £45. Breakfast is available for £7.95. | checkin=2PM (early check-in by arrangement) | checkout=11AM (late check-out by arrangement) | content=Best Western hotel with rooms, meeting rooms and a restaurant. Each bedroom includes bath and/or shower, work desk, flat screen freeview TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms have been adapted to allow for easier access. }} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} 0bnnxlll4ji11w7irs7xt3m5pafw0lq 5328547 5328546 2026-08-14T22:48:42Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 Edited location 5328547 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address =Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit=2026-05-30 | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = | lastedit=2026-05-30 }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliners | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Best Western Himley Hotel Dudley | url=http://www.butterflyhotels.co.uk/Our_Hotels/Dudley/index.php | email=res@bwhimleyhoteldudley.co.uk | address=School Road, Himley, Dudley, DY3 4LG | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1902 896716 | tollfree= | fax=+44 1902 896668 | hours= | price=M-Th Sa £55, F Su £45. Breakfast is available for £7.95. | checkin=2PM (early check-in by arrangement) | checkout=11AM (late check-out by arrangement) | content=Best Western hotel with rooms, meeting rooms and a restaurant. Each bedroom includes bath and/or shower, work desk, flat screen freeview TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms have been adapted to allow for easier access. }} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} jgqnlcmewenp1w7xv8a1w1rhmu9atuf 5328548 5328547 2026-08-14T22:50:06Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ 5328548 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = | lastedit=2026-05-30 }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliners | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Best Western Himley Hotel Dudley | url=http://www.butterflyhotels.co.uk/Our_Hotels/Dudley/index.php | email=res@bwhimleyhoteldudley.co.uk | address=School Road, Himley, Dudley, DY3 4LG | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1902 896716 | tollfree= | fax=+44 1902 896668 | hours= | price=M-Th Sa £55, F Su £45. Breakfast is available for £7.95. | checkin=2PM (early check-in by arrangement) | checkout=11AM (late check-out by arrangement) | content=Best Western hotel with rooms, meeting rooms and a restaurant. Each bedroom includes bath and/or shower, work desk, flat screen freeview TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms have been adapted to allow for easier access. }} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} 365rjf2jfpock5dpia17i8vf4ntp1bc 5328549 5328548 2026-08-14T22:51:21Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Buy */ 5328549 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliners | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Best Western Himley Hotel Dudley | url=http://www.butterflyhotels.co.uk/Our_Hotels/Dudley/index.php | email=res@bwhimleyhoteldudley.co.uk | address=School Road, Himley, Dudley, DY3 4LG | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1902 896716 | tollfree= | fax=+44 1902 896668 | hours= | price=M-Th Sa £55, F Su £45. Breakfast is available for £7.95. | checkin=2PM (early check-in by arrangement) | checkout=11AM (late check-out by arrangement) | content=Best Western hotel with rooms, meeting rooms and a restaurant. Each bedroom includes bath and/or shower, work desk, flat screen freeview TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Some rooms have been adapted to allow for easier access. }} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} mv6x7gdar1g1kon4gc3bwwhbmw50js8 5328551 5328549 2026-08-14T22:59:16Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Sleep */ added a place 5328551 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliners | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep|name=The Station Hotel|url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/|email=|address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA|lat=52.513086|long=-2.07559074|directions=|phone=+44 1384 258516|tollfree=|fax=|checkin=|checkout=|price=£62 per night|content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands most haunted hotels.|hours=}} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} 2jz9z6w5an0jxep6omtcg7zoa5wsmb0 5328552 5328551 2026-08-14T23:00:02Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Sleep */ 5328552 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliners | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep|name=The Station Hotel|url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/|email=|address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA|lat=52.513086|long=-2.07559074|directions=|phone=+44 1384 258516|tollfree=|fax=|checkin=|checkout=|price=£62 per night|content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands’ most haunted hotels.|hours=}} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} p0tqcnjc02s7y1usr49b5kbxwmp9br4 5328553 5328552 2026-08-14T23:00:45Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Eat */ 5328553 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliners | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep|name=The Station Hotel|url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/|email=|address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA|lat=52.513086|long=-2.07559074|directions=|phone=+44 1384 258516|tollfree=|fax=|checkin=|checkout=|price=£62 per night|content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands’ most haunted hotels.|hours=}} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} 08y623gy5yjs0rrdwmv0odqr3dp3v8x 5328554 5328553 2026-08-14T23:09:58Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Drink */ corrected name 5328554 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliner’s | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep|name=The Station Hotel|url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/|email=|address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA|lat=52.513086|long=-2.07559074|directions=|phone=+44 1384 258516|tollfree=|fax=|checkin=|checkout=|price=£62 per night|content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands’ most haunted hotels.|hours=}} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} fbtixc0otaq6sdiqo13mws346sjpanv 5328555 5328554 2026-08-14T23:16:41Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Eat */ added a place 5328555 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=The Birdcage Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Unit 8, Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510718 | long=-2.08036018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional cafe serving food and drinks. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliner’s | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep|name=The Station Hotel|url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/|email=|address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA|lat=52.513086|long=-2.07559074|directions=|phone=+44 1384 258516|tollfree=|fax=|checkin=|checkout=|price=£62 per night|content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands’ most haunted hotels.|hours=}} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} n5fc7tucmgaw3xvx7bysnvwkf4gdghc 5328569 5328555 2026-08-15T00:31:47Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ 5328569 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions=within Dudley Cemetery | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address= | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=The Birdcage Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Unit 8, Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510718 | long=-2.08036018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional cafe serving food and drinks. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliner’s | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep|name=The Station Hotel|url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/|email=|address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA|lat=52.513086|long=-2.07559074|directions=|phone=+44 1384 258516|tollfree=|fax=|checkin=|checkout=|price=£62 per night|content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands’ most haunted hotels.|hours=}} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} g027zgf9qpqksjgzkhw5wqcdq66bqlq 5328570 5328569 2026-08-15T00:32:23Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ 5328570 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== *{{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = Buses from Dudley travel to the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and to the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). | wikidata=Q880185}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see|name=Dudley Canal and Caverns|alt=|url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/|email=|address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB|lat=52.523565|long=-2.0779679|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period.|image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.515581 | long=-2.07189612 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. |image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale}} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address= | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. |image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory}} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. |image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain}} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round}} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg}} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.512836 | long=-2.08349364 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher}} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley}} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg}} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg}} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions=within Dudley Cemetery | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards}} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address= | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.08558514 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{listing | type = see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.08642758 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.07467543 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.524042 | long=-2.0901206 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.517631 | long=-2.08730753 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.505199 | long=-2.12657023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.510469 | long = -2.08289095 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.510194 | long = -2.08224413 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.510553 | long = -2.08108967 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.510586 | long = -2.08135278 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.509865 | long = -2.08402454 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.514334 | long=-2.06323013 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508908 | long=-2.08715949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516038 | long=-2.07096101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=The Birdcage Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Unit 8, Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510718 | long=-2.08036018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional cafe serving food and drinks. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.506812 | long=-2.09051031 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.511569 | long=-2.08269573 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.51165 | long=-2.08332149 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink|name=The Griffin|alt=|url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/|email=|address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS|lat=52.510397|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country.}} * {{drink|name=The Full Moon|alt=|url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/|email=|address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY|lat=52.509345|long=-2.08450099|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub.}} * {{drink|name=The Meadow Lark|alt=|url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley#/|email=|address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR|lat=52.517804|long=-2.11042105|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Part of the sizzling pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Saracens Head|alt=|url=|email=|address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ|lat=52.5113685|long=-2.08382144|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square.}} * {{drink|name=Old Swan Inn|alt=Ma Pardoe’s|url=|email=|address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY|lat=52.490303|long=-2.082923|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=noon - 11PM|price=|content=Brewpub opened in 1863.}} * {{drink | name=Dubliner’s | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink|name=Castle View|alt=|url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view|email=|address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.513718|long=-2.07147645|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain.}} * {{drink|name=Ye Olde Foundry|alt=|url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry|email=|address=King Street DY2 8NY|lat=52.50905|long=-2.0829764|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|hours=|price= |content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs.}} ==Sleep== * {{sleep|name=The Station Hotel|url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/|email=|address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA|lat=52.513086|long=-2.07559074|directions=|phone=+44 1384 258516|tollfree=|fax=|checkin=|checkout=|price=£62 per night|content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands’ most haunted hotels.|hours=}} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.516666666667|-2.1}} enl54bk7m0uo0vtc3ge99pxfkkjsurk 5328610 5328570 2026-08-15T06:09:25Z LPfi 79572 c/e; restored lastedit 5328610 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== * {{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = There are buses to Dudley from the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and from the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | wikidata=Q880185 | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor, recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see | name=Dudley Canal and Caverns |alt= |url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/ |email= | address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB | lat=52.5236|long=-2.0780 |directions= | phone=|tollfree=|fax= | hours= |price= | image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg | wikidata= | content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period. }} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510916 | long=-2.08171904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg | wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards | wikidata= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. }} * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.5156 | long=-2.0719 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale | wikidata= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. }} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address= | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory | wikidata= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. }} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.510403 | long=-2.08243569 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. }} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round }} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.08074631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg }} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.5128 | long=-2.0835 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher }} * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley }} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg }} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg }} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions=within Dudley Cemetery | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards }} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address= | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.085585 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image=}} * {{see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.086428 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | lastedit = 2026-05-30 | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.074675 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.5240 | long=-2.0901 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.5176 | long=-2.0873 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.5052 | long=-2.1266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.5105 | long = -2.0829 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.5102 | long = -2.0822 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.5106 | long = -2.0811 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.5106 | long = -2.0814 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.5099 | long = -2.0840 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.5143 | long=-2.0632 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.5089 | long=-2.0872 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51604 | long=-2.07096 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} * {{eat | name=The Birdcage Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Unit 8, Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.5107 | long=-2.0804 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional cafe serving food and drinks. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.5068 | long=-2.0905 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.5116 | long=-2.0827 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.5117 | long=-2.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink | name=The Griffin |alt= |url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/ |email= | address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS |lat=52.5104 |long=-2.0838 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |fax= |hours= |price= | content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country. }} * {{drink | name=The Full Moon |alt= |url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/ |email= | address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY |lat=52.5093 |long=-2.0845 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours= |price= | content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub. }} * {{drink | name=The Meadow Lark |alt= |url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley |email= |address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR |lat=52.5178 |long=-2.1104 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= | hours= |price= | content=Part of the sizzling pub chain. }} * {{drink | name=Saracens Head |alt= |url= |email= | address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ |lat=52.5114 |long=-2.0838 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours= |price= | content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square. }} * {{drink | name=Old Swan Inn |alt=Ma Pardoe’s |url= |email= | address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY | lat=52.4903 |long=-2.0829 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours=noon–11PM |price= | content=Brewpub opened in 1863. }} * {{drink | name=Dubliner’s | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink | name=Castle View |alt= |url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view |email= | address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.5137 |long=-2.0715 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours= |price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain. }} * {{drink | name=Ye Olde Foundry |alt= |url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry |email= | address=King Street DY2 8NY |lat=52.50905 | long=-2.08297 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours= |price= | content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Station Hotel |url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/ |email= | address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA |lat=52.513086 |long=-2.075591 |directions= | phone=+44 1384 258516 |tollfree= |fax= | checkin= |checkout= |price=£62 | content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands’ most haunted hotels. }} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.517|-2.10}} 2e7sv6w0srifdgqa41uklfgsgue4tfg 5328616 5328610 2026-08-15T06:29:19Z LPfi 79572 /* See */ grouped sights, to get the list manageable 5328616 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Dudley banner Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin.jpg|pgname=Dudley|caption=Black Country Living Museum Canal Basin}} '''Dudley''' is a town of almost 80,000 people (2011) in the [[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] region of [[England]]. Its tourist attractions include Dudley Zoo and Castle, the 12th-century priory ruins, and the Black Country Living Museum. == Understand == The Metropolitan Borough of Dudley includes the areas of Brierley Hill, Cradley, Gornal, Halesowen, Kingswinford, Netherton, Pensnett, Quarry Bank, Sedgley and the town of [[Stourbridge]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== * {{listing | type = go | name = Dudley Interchange | alt = | url = https://www.tfwm.org.uk/plan-your-journey/major-roadworks-and-events/dudley-regeneration/dudley-bus-station-closure/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.510792 | long = -2.07926635 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = | image = | wikidata = | content = There are buses to Dudley from the towns of the Black Country (including Sandwell, West Bromwich and Walsall) and from the cities of Wolverhampton and Birmingham. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe}} ==See== * {{see | name=Black Country Living Museum | alt= | url=http://www.bclm.co.uk/ | email= | address=Discovery Way DY1 4AL | lat=52.520035 | long= -2.075216 | directions=between Tipton and Dudley | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult £17.50, child £8.75 | image=Blackcountrystreet.jpg | wikipedia=Black Country Living Museum | wikidata=Q880185 | content=A 26-acre, mostly outdoor, recreation of the local area during the last 100 years. It includes its own internal bus service, coal mine, funfair, canal port, rebuilt houses from the period and more traditional museum displays. You can easily spend a whole day living in the past. Recreation of the area's industrial history with walk down coal mine, funfair, village, houses, school, chapel, pub, chip shop, etc. Real buildings rebuilt. Also narrow boat trips into the caverns under Dudley's Castle Hill (additional fee). }} * {{listing | type = see | name = Dudley Castle | alt = | url = https://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk/dudley-castle/ | email = | address = | lat = 52.5146 | long = -2.07963 | directions = within Dudley Zoo | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | wikipedia = Dudley Castle | image = Dudley Castle, England, Aerial View.jpg | wikidata = | content = Grade I listed 12th-century castle. }} * {{see | name = Dudley Zoo | alt = | url = http://www.dudleyzoo.org.uk | email = | address = Castle Hill DY1 4QF | lat = 52.513939 | long = -2.077133 | directions = in the grounds of Dudley Castle | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = Adult: £16.75 including "voluntary donation" | wikipedia = Dudley Zoo | image = Dudley Zoo entrance, pic 2, England.jpg | wikidata = Q5312027 | content = Zoo that opened in 1937. }} * {{see | name=Dudley Canal and Caverns |alt= |url=https://dudleycanaltrust.org.uk/ |email= | address=Birmingham New Road DY1 4SB | lat=52.5236|long=-2.0780 |directions= | phone=|tollfree=|fax= | hours= |price= | image=Singing Cavern Scene - geograph.org.uk - 4650916.jpg | wikidata= | content=Boat trips and events centred around unique limestone mines, tunnels and caverns which date back 428 million years to the Silurian period. }} * {{see | name=Dudley Fountain | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.5104 | long=-2.0824 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Dudley Fountain.jpg|wikipedia=Dudley Fountain | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed 19th-century fountain opened in 1867 by the Countess of Dudley. }} * {{see | name=Green Man Entry | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Street | lat=52.512241 | long=-2.080746 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An original medieval lane with Rowley Rag cobblestones. |image=Green Man Entry - Castle Street, Dudley (30208958690) (2).jpg }} * {{see | name=Coronation Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Priory Street/Ednam Road | lat=52.5128 | long=-2.0835 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Gardens containing the Dudley War Memorial and the statue of Apollo. }} * {{see | name=Old Police Buildings | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_e30b59dbdf1f4a33afcd293151b64a85.pdf | email= | address=Priory Street | lat=52.511663 | long=-2.08422949 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dudley’s first police station that was built in 1847. |image=Old Police Station, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2002483.jpg }} * {{see | name = Priory Hall | alt = | url = https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/priory-park-heritage/ | email = | address = Priory Park DY1 4EU | lat = 52.516808 | long = -2.086428 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = | price = | image = Priory Hall 3 (5209491626).jpg | wikidata = | lastedit = 2026-05-30 | content = An historic Grade II listed Tudor-style hall built in 1825. It is now the Dudley Registry Office. }} * {{see | name=St James Priory Ruins | alt= | url=http://www.historywebsite.co.uk/articles/Dudley/priory.htm | email= | address= | lat=52.515395 | long=-2.08462987 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Dudley Priory.JPG|wikipedia=Dudley_Priory | wikidata= | content=Grade I listed 12th-century priory ruins established in 1160. }} * {{see | name=Rose Garden and Lily Pond | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-in-the-borough/priory-park-dudley/ | email= | address= | lat=52.516903 | long=-2.085585 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Historic rose garden and lily pond located in Priory Park. |image= }} ===Memorials=== * {{see | name=James Whale Memorial | alt= | url= | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park | lat=52.5156 | long=-2.0719 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Whale sculpture.JPG|wikipedia=James_Whale | wikidata= | content=Acclaimed Hollywood film director James Whale. }} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Place | lat=52.51092 | long=-2.08172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Statue of Duncan Edwards - High Street, Dudley (29883543254).jpg | wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards | wikidata= | content=Commemorates the Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. }} * {{see | name=Ben Boucher Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street | lat=52.510083 | long=-2.08300533 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=19th-century poet who described life in the Black Country. |image=Ben Boucher, Dudley Poet.jpg|wikipedia=Ben_Boucher }} * {{see | name=Coroner’s Court and Memorial Tower | alt= | url=https://www.dudleyheritageopendays.org.uk/_files/ugd/5b3c24_3a3d66f1cd624190a8a8488a865084da.pdf | email= | address=St James’s Road/Priory Street | lat=52.511484 | long=-2.08444795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Constructed between 1924 and 1928 in memory of Dudley MP Brooke Robinson and his wife, Eugenia. |image=Memorial Tower, Dudley - geograph.org.uk - 2966897.jpg }} * {{see | name=Duncan Edwards Grave | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dudley Cemetery, Stourbridge Road DY1 2DA | lat=52.504558 | long=-2.096801 | directions=within Dudley Cemetery | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The grave of Manchester United and England footballer who was killed in the Munich Plane Crash. |image=|wikipedia=Duncan_Edwards }} * {{see | name=Dorothy Round Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.517445 | long=-2.0875871 | directions=within Priory Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Two-time Wimbledon champion (1934 and 1937) and Australian Open champion (1935). |image=Priory Park, Dudley - Dorothy Round statue (30478284256).jpg|wikipedia=Dorothy_Round }} ===Churches=== * {{see | name=St Thomas and St Luke Church | alt= | url=https://www.topchurch.co.uk/ | email= | address=High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.508643 | long=-2.086670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Church of St Thomas, Dudley | image=St Thomas Church, Dudley.JPG | content=It was established in the 12th-century, and is now a 19th-century church known locally as Top Church. }} * {{see | name=St Edmund’s Church | alt= | url=https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-historic-church-of-st-edmund.html | email= | address=Castle Street DY1 1LQ | lat=52.511905 | long=-2.08035479 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A church was built here in the Anglo-Saxon period. The church was rebuilt in 1724 and is known locally as Bottom Church. Grade II* listed. |image=Dudley - Saint Edmund King and Martyr Church.jpg|wikipedia=Church of St Edmund, Dudley }} * {{see | name=St James’ Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Wolverhampton Street DY1 3JA | lat=52.513129 | long=-2.09456356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Grade II listed Anglican church built in 1840. |image=St James the Great, Eve Hill - geograph.org.uk - 316061.jpg|wikipedia=St_James%27_Church,_Eve_Hill}} ==Do== * {{do | name=Dudley Museum at The Archives | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/museums/dudley-museum-at-the-archives/ | email= | address=Tipton Road DY1 2SQ | lat=52.518852 | long=-2.074675 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=This modern museum tells the story of Dudley (and the wider Black Country) through time. }} * {{do | name=Showcase Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/cinemas/x06jj-showcase-dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516949 | long=-2.07099414 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Modern multiscreen cinema. }} * {{do | name=Tenpin | alt= | url=https://www.tenpin.co.uk/our-locations/dudley/ | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51675 | long=-2.072772 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Tenpin bowling alley with an on-site snack bar, party deals, pool tables and arcade machines. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Town Hall | alt= | url=https://boroughhalls.co.uk/index.html | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511549 | long=-2.08482469 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Entertainment venue used for live music, comedy and shows. }} * {{do | name=Dudley Library | alt= | url= | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HR | lat=52.511765 | long=-2.08515928 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Grade II listed public library opened in 1909. }} * {{do | name=Wren’s Nest National Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/wrensnestnnr | email= | address=Wren’s Nest DY1 3SB | lat=52.5240 | long=-2.0901 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Wren's_Nest | wikidata= | content=A geological Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is one of the most abundant and diverse fossil sites in the United Kingdom. Home to the "Dudley Bug". }} * {{do | name=Priory Park Tennis Courts | alt= | url=https://clubspark.lta.org.uk/PrioryParkDudley | email= | address=Priory Park | lat=52.5176 | long=-2.0873 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Free to use public tennis courts. }} * {{do | name=Barrow Hill Nature Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.dudley.gov.uk/things-to-do/nature-reserves/buckpool-fens-pools-and-barrow-hill-nature-reserves/barrow-hill-local-nature-reserve/ | email= | address= | lat=52.5052 | long=-2.1266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Barrow_Hill_Local_Nature_Reserve | wikidata= | content=A nature reserve located on an extinct 315 million year old volcano. }} * {{do | name=Fun City | alt= | url=https://funcitygroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=St James’s Road DY1 1HP | lat=52.511240 | long=-2.084645 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | content=Multi entertainment indoor venue featuring laser tag, VR escape rooms, arcade games, karaoke and more. }} ==Buy== * {{listing | type = buy | name = Fountain Arcade | lat = 52.5105 | long = -2.0829 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PG | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 20th-century shopping arcade, opened in 1925. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Dudley Market | lat = 52.510645 | long = -2.0819901 | image = | url = https://tudormarkets.com/markets/dudley/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = Market Place DY1 1PJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A market established in the 12th-century that trades 6 days a week. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Plaza Mall | lat = 52.5102 | long = -2.0822 | image = | url = https://www.plazamall.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 33-34 High Street DY1 2HA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = 1930s art deco shopping mall. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Churchill Shopping Centre | lat = 52.5106 | long = -2.0811 | image = | url = https://www.thechurchillshoppingcentre.co.uk/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Offers a range of facilities including a variety of retailers. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Teddy Grays | lat = 52.5106 | long = -2.0814 | image = | url = http://www.teddygrays.co.uk/index.html | wikidata = | alt = | address = 5 Churchill Precinct DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A traditional sweet shop established in 1826. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = J. Hollins Jewellers | lat = 52.5099 | long = -2.0840 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 1 Wolverhampton Street DY1 1DA | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Gold and silversmith jewellers established in 1804. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Trident Shopping Centre | lat = 52.509474 | long = -2.085031 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = High Street DY1 1QJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = A substantial shopping centre with 27 retail units. | price = | wikipedia = }} * {{listing | type = buy | name = Little Italy Menswear | lat = 52.510512 | long = -2.08108529 | image = | url = | wikidata = | alt = | address = 10 Churchill Shopping Centre DY2 7BJ | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content = Tailored suits, designer casual wear and accessories. | price = }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Toby Carvery | alt= | url=https://www.tobycarvery.co.uk/restaurants/midlands/burnttreeislanddudley | email= | address=Burnt Tree Island DY4 7UF | lat=52.5143 | long=-2.0632 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Timeless family chain restaurant serving roast meats carvery-style, kids' menus and classic puds. }} * {{eat | name=The Venue | alt= | url= | email= | address=171-173 High Street DY1 1QD | lat=52.5089 | long=-2.0872 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Multipurpose hub with a global cuisine buffet restaurant, wood-panelled bar and function suites. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Hut | alt= | url=https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find/details/dudleycastlegate | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51643 | long=-2.07201 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chiquito | alt= | url=https://www.chiquito.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.51604 | long=-2.07096 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mexican-themed restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Arcade Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fountain Arcade, Market Place DY1 1PJ | lat=52.510551 | long=-2.083095 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Nando’s | alt= | url=https://www.nandos.co.uk/restaurants/dudley | email= | address=Castle Gate Business Park DY1 4TA | lat=52.516148 | long=-2.072237 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-31 | content= }} * {{eat | name=The Birdcage Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Unit 8, Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.5107 | long=-2.0804 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional cafe serving food and drinks. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Lamp Tavern | alt= | url=https://bathams.co.uk/pubs/the-lamp-tavern/ | email= | address=116 High Street DY1 1QT | lat=52.5068 | long=-2.0905 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real Ale pub with Bathams beers (brewed about 2 miles away). }} * {{drink | name=Court House | alt= | url=https://www.blackcountryales.co.uk/pubs/the-court-house | email= | address=30 New Street DY1 1LP | lat=52.5116 | long=-2.0827 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Real ale pub serving traditional ales and fresh cobs. }} * {{drink | name=The Old Priory | alt= | url= | email= | address=47 New Street DY1 1LU | lat=52.5117 | long=-2.0833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional pub. Good pub grub served till early evening. }} * {{drink | name=The Griffin |alt= |url=https://www.griffindudley.co.uk/ |email= | address=8 Stone Street DY1 1NS |lat=52.5104 |long=-2.0838 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |fax= |hours= |price= | content=Town centre pub with a Gothic facade. Opening in 1819, the pub is the oldest in Dudley and the fourth oldest in the Black Country. }} * {{drink | name=The Full Moon |alt= |url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-full-moon-dudley/ |email= | address=58-60 High Street DY1 1PY |lat=52.5093 |long=-2.0845 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours= |price= | content=JD Wetherspoon town centre pub. }} * {{drink | name=The Meadow Lark |alt= |url=https://www.sizzlingpubs.co.uk/findapub/eastandwestmidlands/themeadowlarkdudley |email= |address=Dibdale Road DY1 2RR |lat=52.5178 |long=-2.1104 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= | hours= |price= | content=Part of the sizzling pub chain. }} * {{drink | name=Saracens Head |alt= |url= |email= | address=Stone Street DY1 1NJ |lat=52.5114 |long=-2.0838 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours= |price= | content=Town centre pub overlooking Stone Street Square. }} * {{drink | name=Old Swan Inn |alt=Ma Pardoe’s |url= |email= | address=85-89 Halesowen Road, Netherton DY2 9PY | lat=52.4903 |long=-2.0829 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours=noon–11PM |price= | content=Brewpub opened in 1863. }} * {{drink | name=Dubliner’s | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bird Cage Walk DY2 7AE | lat=52.510297 | long=-2.07999999 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Irish bar in the heart of Dudley serving drinks and food. }} * {{drink | name=Castle View |alt= |url=https://www.hungryhorse.co.uk/pubs/west-midlands/castle-view |email= | address=Castlegate Way DY1 4RJ|lat=52.5137 |long=-2.0715 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours= |price= | lastedit=2026-05-30 | content=Part of the Hungry Horse pub chain. }} * {{drink | name=Ye Olde Foundry |alt= |url=https://keepingyouout.com/venue/ye-olde-foundry |email= | address=King Street DY2 8NY |lat=52.50905 | long=-2.08297 |directions= | phone= |tollfree= |hours= |price= | content=Alternative rock and metal music pub with live bands and DJs. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Station Hotel |url=https://www.stationhotelandbanqueting.com/ |email= | address=Castle Hill DY1 4RA |lat=52.513086 |long=-2.075591 |directions= | phone=+44 1384 258516 |tollfree= |fax= | checkin= |checkout= |price=£62 | content=Hotel and banqueting suite that was opened in 1898 and one of the West Midlands’ most haunted hotels. }} ==Go next== * Tipton * Coseley * [[West Bromwich]] * [[Wolverhampton]] * [[Birmingham]] {{routebox | image1=UK-Motorway-M5.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=N | majorl1=merges with [[Image:UK-Motorway-M6.svg|40px|M6]] | minorl1= | directionr1=S | minorr1=[[Bromsgrove]] | majorr1=[[Bristol]] }} {{IsPartOf|West_Midlands_(county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.517|-2.10}} f5k6mn6xbj6rjgan4k1c2q9n30gk0hr 0 10609 5328466 5322452 2026-08-14T18:08:21Z WereSpielChequers 35579 typo 5328466 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Edinburgh castle banner.jpg|dotm=yes|caption=Edinburgh Castle|unesco=yes|pgname=Old Town of Edinburgh}} '''Old Town''' is the original settlement of [[Edinburgh]]. At its core is the Royal Mile, the long street descending east from Castle Crag to Holyrood Palace. This medieval city was cramped for space so it built higher and higher, and stank higher still, hence its nickname of "Auld Reekie". From the 14th century it spread south to Grassmarket and Southside, north to Waverley, and west to Tolcross, and these historic districts are all described on this page. Along with the [[Edinburgh/New Town|New Town]], the Old Town was listed as a [[UNESCO World Heritage List|World Heritage Site]] by UNESCO in 1995. == Get in == {{Mapframe | 55.950 | -3.190 | height=500 | width=550 | zoom=14 }} See [[Edinburgh#Get in]] for long distance routes by air, train and bus. From the airport, take the tram or Airlink Bus 100 (24 hours) to Waverley railway station. {{marker | name=Waverley Station | type=go | lat=55.9520 | long=-3.1897 }} is only 100 yards north of Old Town, and St Andrew's Square bus station another 200 yards further north. You then face a gradient to access the Royal Mile, the gentlest being across North Bridge. Arriving from other parts of the city, most bus routes at some point traverse Old Town or Princes Street past the bus and railway stations. Don't even think of bringing a car into Old Town unless your destination specifically offers parking. Many streets are traffic-restricted, and during the Festival any vehicle left unattended for 30 seconds will be seized by a Fringe troupe and turned into an off-beat venue. It's actually possible to stage Shakespeare in the back seats of a small car, but subsequently cleaning off the stage blood is tedious. From 1 June 2024, most of the Old Town is in a [https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/lez Low Emission Zone], with camera-enforced penalties for entering in a non-compliant vehicle. Cars built after 2015 are generally compliant, but check [https://www.lowemissionzones.scot/ online]. == Get around == '''Walk:''' distances are short, but factor in the gradients, and streets that bridge Cowgate without an intersection. High Street, the upper part of Royal Mile, is a pedestrian zone. Frequent buses cross it north-south: at the top from Forrest Rd and George IV Bridge to descend the Mound into New Town, and at South Bridge towards Waverley station. See [[Edinburgh#Get around]] for using the buses. Bus 35 runs along Canongate the lower part every 30 min, from Heriot Watt University west edge of the city through Tolcross, Lauriston Place, Chambers St, South Bridge, Canongate, Holyrood Palace, Abbeyhill and north to Leith. Other services through Tolcross and Lauriston Place go over George IV Bridge to the Mound. Bus 2 runs from Hermiston west edge of the city every 20-30 min to Haymarket, Lothian Rd, Grassmarket and Potterrow to join Nicholson St by the Festival Theatre and head south. == See == [[File:Edinburgh, The Royal Mile (37729375995).jpg | thumb | 300px | Piper busking on the Royal Mile ]] === Royal Mile === This is the original spine of the city. Glaciers from the west 20,000 years ago divided at the immovable volcanic plug of Castle Rock, and dumped debris behind as a ridge descending east (see [[Ice Age]]). Measuring 1.12 miles / 1.807 km, it's the route between castle and palace. The best of it is the upper cobbled, traffic-restricted stretch called Castlehill, Lawnmarket then High Street, down to the intersection with North and South Bridges. Much is Georgian, as a great fire in 1824 destroyed many medieval buildings. * {{see | name=Edinburgh Castle | alt= | url=https://www.edinburghcastle.scot/ | email= | address=Castlehill EH1 2NG | lat=55.9485 | long=-3.2004 | directions= | phone=+44 131 225-9846 | tollfree= | hours=Daily: Apr-Sep 9:30AM-6PM, Oct-Mar 9:30AM-5PM | price=Adult £19.50, child (7-15) £11.40, conc £15.50, Historic Scotland / English Heritage / Cadw free | wikipedia=Edinburgh Castle | wikidata=Q212065 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Iconic fortress perched magnificently on a volcanic rock above the city. The castle has been continuously used for 1100 years and is kept in excellent condition; it's still the ceremonial headquarters of the army in Scotland. Highlights include the Great Hall, the Honours of Scotland (the Scottish Crown Jewels), the War Museum and the 12th century St Margaret's Chapel. The One O'Clock Gun is fired each day from Mills Mount battery. Audio guides available. It's mobbed with tourists and in summer often sells out, book online well in advance. }} * '''The Esplanade''' is the parade square in front of the castle, normally free to access in daylight hours, lined with monuments to bygone military campaigns and with good views of the city. However the Edinburgh Tattoo and other events are staged here, so access is restricted then, and views are cramped by temporary banks of seating. * '''Tolbooth Kirk''' or '''The Hub''' is the confident Victorian Gothic church at the foot of Castlehill. It was never consecrated, but held religious and secular meetings and church services in English and Gaelic until 1979. From 1999 it's served as the Festival's offices, ticket kiosks and small performance space. * {{see | name=Camera Obscura | alt=World of Illusions | url=https://www.camera-obscura.co.uk/ | email= | address=549 Castlehill EH1 2ND | lat=55.9489 | long=-3.1956 | directions= | phone=+44 131 226-3709 | tollfree= | hours=M-Th 9:30AM-7:30PM, F-Su 9AM-9PM | price=Adult £22, conc £20, child (5-15 years) £17 | wikipedia=Camera Obscura (Edinburgh) | wikidata=Q4211494 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=Over 150 years old, the Camera Obscura projects light from the top of the tower onto a large dish in a dark room below, displaying a panorama of the city. The effect still works on overcast days or at night but is best in sunlight, when you can use a sheet of paper to "pick up" people seen in the streets and have them scurry in your hand. The tower also houses a gallery of optical illusions that wouldn't be out of place in Blackpool. }} * {{see | name=Gladstone's Land | alt= | url=https://www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/gladstones-land | email= | address=477 Lawnmarket EH1 2NT | lat=55.9495 | long=-3.1934 | directions= | phone=+44 131 226-5856 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Adult £10, conc £8.50, child £6, NTS / NT free | wikipedia=Gladstone's Land | wikidata=Q5566312 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=Thomas Gladstone was a wealthy merchant, and in 1617 he had this house refashioned to accommodate his family and to partly rent out. A "Land" means a tall narrow townhouse from the period when Old Town was cramped and the only space for development was upwards. Typically along the Royal Mile the ground floor was shops and trade, genteel folk lived on the first and second floors, and lower-income residents had to lump up many steps to the upper floors. It's now a museum run by the National Trust for Scotland exhibiting 17th century elite city life, richly furnished and decorated but with no running water. In the 18th century prosperous folk relocated to New Town, where the NTS property at 7 Charlotte Square continues the story. }} [[Image:St Giles Edinburgh 2.jpg | thumb | 300px | St Giles ]] * '''Closes''' are alleys descending steeply on both sides of the Royal Mile in a fishbone pattern, often named for a famous resident. They've come and gone over the centuries and some 80 still exist. Strictly a "close" was a private entrance with a locked gate, but some were public passageways, and a wynd was wide enough for a horse and cart. They're gloomy beneath the ancient tall buildings, and a favourite of "Haunted Edinburgh" ghost tours. * {{see | name=Writers' Museum | alt= | url=https://www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/writers-museum | email= | address=Lady Stair's Close EH1 2PA | lat=NA | long=NA | directions=behind Gladstone's Land | phone=+44 131 529-4901 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Donation £3 | wikipedia=Writers' Museum | wikidata=Q8038444 | lastedit=2023-12-03 | content=This museum, in a tall house built in 1622, celebrates three Scottish literary giants: Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson. From 1719 the close was the residence of the widow of the 1st Earl of Stair, who ordered the [[Glencoe]] massacre. }} * {{see | name=St Giles | alt= | url=https://www.stgilescathedral.org.uk/ | email= | address=High St, EH1 1RE | lat=55.9494 | long=-3.1909 | directions= | phone=+44 131 226-0674 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10AM-6PM, Sa 9AM-5PM, Su 1-3PM | price=Free | wikipedia=St Giles' Cathedral | wikidata=Q1547466 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=It's often called a Cathedral, but the Church of Scotland brooks no such episcopal entity, and Charles I dubbing it "cathedral" in 1633 was one reason his head was chopped off. Safer to call it "High Kirk", though they're nowadays lenient with first time offenders. The present building is from 14th century with much Victorian Gothic, notably its crowned spire. Highlight is the Chapel of the Order of the Thistle, Scotland's chivalric company of royal knights. Services are M-F at noon and 9:30AM and 11AM on Sunday, with choral music at 6PM. }} * '''Heart of Midlothian''' is a mosaic set in the pavement outside St Giles, marking the entrance to the former Tolbooth. This originated in the 14th century as the city and national council chamber, but by the 18th century was a dilapidated jail, torture chamber and scene of public executions. Walter Scott's novel ''Heart of Midlothian'' describes it during the Porteous Riots of 1736, and he purloined its iron door and key when it was demolished in 1817. It's customary (though discouraged even pre-Covid) to spit upon the mosaic heart for good luck. In the 1870s a group of lads played football in the broad streets hereabout, until a policeman shooed them away to play on the spacious Meadows. They became Heart of Midlothian FC now based at Tynecastle but who have not forgotten their roots, as their players are often seen to spit. * '''Old Parliament Hall''' is the elegant building behind St Giles. It was built in the 1630s and housed the Scottish Parliament until 1707 when that was superseded by the UK Parliament in London. It was partly built over medieval graveyards, so John Knox (1514-72), founder of the stern Presbyterian church, was buried in St Giles graveyard and now finds himself out in the cobbled square. The Hall nowadays hosts the Scottish Supreme Courts, so there's no entrance unless you're in big trouble. * {{see | name=Mary King's Close | alt= | url=https://www.realmarykingsclose.com/ | email= | address=2 Warriston's Close, EH1 1PG | lat=55.95011 | long=-3.19069 | directions=opposite St Giles | phone=+44 131 225-0672 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 9AM-5:30PM, Sa Su 9AM-7:30PM | price=Adult £21, child £15 | wikidata=Q1084992 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Mary King (1590-1644) was a clothes merchant and city burgess. She died the year before plague struck and carried off the rest of her family. In 1753 Royal Exchange, now City Chambers, was built over several closes by demolishing their upper storeys, while the lower storeys were used for storage then later blocked off. This means a warren of medieval alleys and low dwellings has been preserved, re-opened in 2003 and visited by guided tour. Almost as weighty as the Exchange is the mass of ghost stories piled on top of the close, ''woo-ooh!'' - but the real history is fascinating enough. Book ahead as it often sells out. }} * '''City Chambers''' is the magnificent mansion set back from High St opposite St Giles, completed in 1760. It was intended as an Exchange but the merchants persisted striking their deals at Mercat Cross across the road. It's now home to City of Edinburgh Council. No tours, and it feels churlish to traipse into this grandeur to complain about your bin collections. * {{marker | name=Tron Kirk | type=see | lat=55.9500 | long=-3.1878 }} stands at the intersection of High Street and North Bridge. It was completed in 1641 but disused as a church since 1952, and is nowadays an indoor market. The square outside has long been a market - the "tron" was the weighing beam for goods - and gathering place. Traditionally you saw in the New Year at Hogmanay here, but modern crowds are way too big and the council has tried to divert them elsewhere. * {{marker | name=North Bridge | type=see | wikidata=Q3753005 }}, completed in 1897, soars for 525 feet (160 m) in three spans above Waverley railway station to connect Old and New Towns. It normally commands excellent views west towards the castle and east along the coast to Bass Rock. Repair work until mid-2024 spoils this as there are construction barriers, and the west side pavement is closed so the east side is crowded. [[File:Scotsman Steps 2.jpg | thumb | 300px | Scotsman Steps, each from a different marble ]] * '''Scotsman Steps''' at the top end of the bridge are a spiral shortcut to the station, best not attempted with luggage. Since 2011 each of the 104 steps is of different marble representing all the major quarries of the world. It's a mercy they dropped the plan for each step to play a different tune. * {{see | name=Museum of Childhood | alt= | url=https://www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/museum-childhood | email= | address=42 High Street EH1 1TG | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 131 529-4142 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Free | wikipedia=Museum of Childhood (Edinburgh) | wikidata=Q15122172 | lastedit=2023-12-03 | content=Concepts and imagery of childhood are ever-changing. See if you can find your (or your grandparents') old toys in the collection, and your place in history. }} * '''Canongate''' is the narrow lower section of the Royal Mile, which lay beyond the city walls and was separately governed by the canons (priests) of Holyrood Abbey at its foot. No extradition, so once you legged it across the boundary, the city bailiffs couldn't touch you. There's lots to see here but it's less scenic, and through-traffic is permitted so it can feel ratty. * {{see | name=The Peoples' Story Museum | alt= | url=https://www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/peoples-story-museum | email= | address=163 Canongate EH8 8BN | lat=55.9515 | long=-3.1799 | directions=next to Canongate Kirk | phone=+44 131 529-4057 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Free | wikidata=Q4306389 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=This is housed in Canongate Tolbooth, the medieval centre for governance and justice (preferably gruesome) as Canongate was a separate jurisdiction until 1856. The museum covers the story of working class life, and of organised labour, from the late 18th century to the present. }} * {{see | name=Canongate Kirk | alt= | url=https://www.canongatekirk.org.uk | email= | address=153 Canongate EH8 8BN | lat=55.9517 | long=-3.1796 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Open Su afternoon, otherwise erratic; Services Su 10:30 | price=Free | wikidata=Q6415559 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=In 1687 James VII (II of England) chucked the Protestants out of Holyrood to convert it to a royal Roman Catholic chapel, the sort of behaviour that got him ousted from the monarchy the following year. The congregation moved to Infirmary St then to this building on its completion in 1691. From 1952 Queen Elizabeth II regularly attended when at Holyrood, and in 2011 her granddaughter Zara Phillips married former England rugby captain Mike Tindall here. Notables in its graveyard include George Drummond (1788-1866) co-founder of the New Town, poet Robert Fergusson (1750–1774), and economist Adam Smith (1723-90). Memorials also commemorate soldiers dying at Edinburgh Castle, for which this was the graveyard, and coachmen of the London-Edinburgh stagecoach, which had its terminus here. }} * {{see | name=Museum of Edinburgh | alt= | url=https://www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/museum-edinburgh | email= | address=142 Canongate, EH8 8DD | lat=55.9514 | long=-3.1796 | directions=opposite Canongate Kirk | phone=+44 131 529-4143 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Free | wikidata=Q11838982 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Museum of city history in a mustard-hued mansion built in 1570. }} [[Image:Parliament Debating Chamber.JPG | thumb | 300px | Debating Chamber, Scottish Parliament]] * {{see | name=Dunbar's Close Garden | alt= | url=https://www.edinburghoutdoors.org.uk/directory-record/37/dunbars-close-garden | email= | address=137 Canongate EH8 8BW | lat=55.952124 | long=-3.178943 | directions=next to Canongate Kirk | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-dusk | price=Free | wikidata=Q13889055 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=This close was re-modelled in the 1970s to recreate a 17th-century physic and knot garden, a hidden quiet place in the busy city. }} * {{see | name=Scottish Parliament | alt= | url=https://www.parliament.scot/visit | email= | address=EH99 1SP | lat=55.9523 | long=-3.1745 | directions= | phone=+44 131 348-5200 | tollfree=0800 092 7600 | hours=M F Sa and public holidays 10AM-5PM, Tu-Th 9AM-6:30PM | price=Free | wikipedia=Scottish Parliament Building | wikidata=Q2746031 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=A unique building, designed by Spanish Catalan architect Enric Miralles, completed in 2004. It's either a daring showpiece of postmodern architecture or a national embarrassment or a bit of both, time will tell. Parliament meets Tu-Th and you can watch debates from the Public Gallery, ask for tickets at reception. First Minister's Question Time is normally Th noon-12:45PM, and you need to reserve this up to 7 days in advance. Waiting list places may be available from 10AM on the day, otherwise watch from the Overspill Room. On non-business days (M F Sa) you can view the debating chamber from the Public Gallery without tickets. In the lobby area there are often exhibitions. }} * {{see | name=Dynamic Earth | alt= | url=https://www.dynamicearth.co.uk/ | email= | address=Holyrood Road EH8 8AS | lat=55.9506 | long=-3.1746 | directions= | phone=+44 131 550-7800 | tollfree= | hours=W-F 10AM-5PM, Sa Su 10AM-6PM | price=Adult £19.50 adults, conc £16.70, child £12 | wikipedia=Dynamic Earth | wikidata=Q5318903 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Interactive natural history museum exhibiting the forces and features of our planet: volcanoes, polar ice, rainforests and so on. Opened in 1999, it's a tent-like structure on the former site of a gasworks and brewery. }} * {{see | name=Holyrood Palace | alt= | url=https://www.rct.uk/visit/palace-of-holyroodhouse | email= | address=Canongate EH8 8DX | lat=55.9527 | long=-3.1721 | directions= | phone=+44 303 123 7306 | tollfree= | hours=Nov-Mar Th-M 9:30AM - 4:30PM, Apr-Oct Th-M (& daily Jul-Sep) 9:30AM - 6PM | price=Adult £19.50, child or conc £10.50 | wikipedia=Holyrood Palace | wikidata=Q505950 | lastedit=2024-03-26 | content=The Palace is a royal residence, closed when the king is here for a week in July and for similar state occasions. It's been repeatedly smashed up and rebuilt, and the present building is mostly from the 1670s. Highlights are the grand stair, state apartments, throne room, Mary Queen of Scots Chambers (where bloodstains from the murder of Rizzio are still visible), King's Gallery a sample of the royal art collection, the ruin of Holyrood Abbey, and the palace gardens. }} * '''Physic Garden''' by the palace entrance is part of the complex, but free to access same hours. === Grassmarket and Southside === [[File:William Allan - The Murder of David Rizzio - Scottish National Gallery.jpg | thumb | 300px | Debating the spiralling cost of the new Scottish Parliament building ]] The Old Town spread into the dank hollow south of the castle by the 14th century, and Grassmarket was the livestock market, cheap housing and place of execution. Further extension brought it to the edge of the South Loch, and this district acquired University and civic buildings, mostly Victorian. That loch is now The Meadows, described as part of [[Edinburgh/South]]. * {{marker | name=Grassmarket | type=see | lat=55.9475 | long=-3.1962 }} is a long cobbled plaza, nowadays lined with eating places and accommodation. Until it went swiftly upmarket in the 1980s, this was home to many down-and-outs, notoriously at the flophouse of Number 75 the Castle Trades Hotel. * '''West Port''' is the west extension of Grassmarket, once a gateway into Old Town. In 1828 it was the abode of Burke and Hare, who preyed upon the vulnerable, got them drunk, suffocated them then sold the fresh bodies to Dr Robert Knox for dissection. Knox paid good money and asked no questions, delighted to buy their goods instead of the pungent merchandise of grave robbers. * '''Tolcross''' further west is a busy intersection with many eating places. Lothian Road leads down past Usher Hall to the west end of Princes Street in New Town. * {{see | name=George IV Bridge | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3752968 | lastedit=2023-12-18 | content=This high-level road courses south from the top of High Street and spans the hollow of Grassmarket. Completed in 1836, it's lined with Victorian and modern buildings such as the two libraries. Victoria Street descends into the hollow, while Victoria Terrace is a walkway above it that loops back onto Royal Mile. }} * {{see | name=National Library of Scotland | alt= | url=https://www.nls.uk/ | email= | address=George IV Bridge EH1 1EW | lat=55.9486 | long=-3.1919 | directions= | phone=+44 131 623-3700 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 9:30AM-5PM | price=Free | wikipedia=National Library of Scotland | wikidata=Q1670994 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=A venerable reference library, which you need membership to access, but it has public exhibitions about literature. "Treasures" is its permanent exhibition. But don't stumble in here mistaking it for Central Library across the street. }} * {{see | name=Central Library | alt= | url=https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/centrallibrary | email= | address=7 George IV Bridge EH1 1EG | lat=55.94824 | long=-3.19221 | directions=opposite National Library | phone=+44 131 242-8000 | tollfree= | hours=M-W 8AM-10PM, Th-Sa 10AM-5PM | price= | wikidata=Q5061355 | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=See [[Edinburgh#Connect]] for how to access. The internet stations are in the Learning Centre, and the building houses Central Lending Library, Central Reference Library, Central Children's Library, Edinburgh and Scottish Collections, Art & Design Library and Music Library. It has a wealth of material for research such as old newspapers and maps, but births, marriages and deaths are filed at East Register House by the bus station in New Town. }} * {{marker | name=Greyfriars Bobby | type=see | lat=55.9469 | long=-3.1913 }} is a Victorian drinking fountain (disconnected) topped by the statue of the dog that for 14 years kept watch at its master's grave in Greyfriars. It was owned by John Gray a nightwatchman; in 1872 it died and was in turn buried there. The statue was erected the following year and has been surrounded by a knot of tourists ever since. The statue depicts a Skye terrier, but original photos indicate Bobby was a Dandie Dinmount. * {{see | name=Greyfriars Kirk | alt= | url=https://greyfriarskirk.com/visit/kirkyard/ | email= | address=Greyfriars Place EH1 2QQ | lat= | long= | directions=Entrance by Greyfriars Bobby | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 11AM-4PM, Su 11:30AM-2PM | price=Free | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=This church was built in 1620 on the grounds of an abandoned Franciscan Friary, but seriously damaged by later calamities or Acts of God so the present structure is mostly Victorian. It remains active, as other Presbyterian churches have closed and their congregations moved here. The main visitor interest is the ancient graveyard: notable denizens include the architects William and John Adam, the notorious hell-rake Colonel Charteris, Captain Porteous lynched after he fired on rioters, William McGonagall the worst poet in Scotland, and Greyfriars Bobby plus his owner. The mortsafe kept coffins locked until burial, else the body-snatchers would make off with them. }} [[File:Greyfriars Bobby 07.jpg | thumb | 300px | Greyfriars Bobby ]] * '''Candlemaker Row''' is the colourful street descending from Greyfriars Kirk to Grassmarket. * {{see | name=National Museum of Scotland | alt= | url=https://www.nms.ac.uk/national-museum-of-scotland/ | email=info@nms.ac.uk | address=Chambers St EH1 1JF | lat=55.9469 | long=-3.1892 | directions= | phone=+44 300 123 6789 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Free | wikipedia=National Museum of Scotland | wikidata=Q1633842 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Superb museum of Scotland's heritage. You enter into the lofty Victorian Grand Gallery, where the millennium clock chimes on the hour. Exhibition halls cover Scottish and world history and culture, science, technology, art and design, and natural history. Dolly the sheep, the 12th-century Lewis chess pieces, and dinosaurs are some of the highlights. NMS also run the War Museum in the castle, the Museum of Flight near [[Gullane]], and the Museum of Rural Life in [[East Kilbride]]. }} * {{see | name=Anatomical Museum | alt= | url=https://www.ed.ac.uk/biomedical-sciences/anatomy/anatomical-museum | email= | address=Doorway 3, Medical School, Teviot Place EH8 9AG | lat=55.945 | long=-3.19 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Last Saturday of Sept-Nov and Jan-May | price=Free | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Large collection of anatomical specimens and life and death masks. Best known is the skeleton of William Burke, hanged in 1829 after he and William Hare killed at least 16 people to sell the bodies for dissection. Limited opening as the area is in continual use for teaching, booking essential. }} * {{marker | name=George Square | type=see | lat=55.9437 | long=-3.1888 }} is a secluded square with Georgian buildings on its west and east side - the University bashed down those north and south in the 1960s. Its bosky garden is popular with sun-lounging students, and in August is taken over by pop-up Fringe venues. * '''Middle Meadow Walk''' west side of the square descends from Forrest Rd onto The Meadows. * '''Quartermile''' is now the name of the long baronial edifice on Lauriston Place just west of the former Medical School. From 1872 to 2003 it was the Royal Infirmary, site of the world's first successful kidney transplant in 1960 and the first coronary care unit in 1964. The Infirmary and medical school then moved to Little France on the southeast edge of the city. You can look in M-F 9AM-5PM on the atmospheric lobby and corridors, with their boards detailing donations. It's now home to [https://efi.ed.ac.uk/ Edinburgh Futures Institute], which juggles words like "inter-disciplinary" and "innovative": in the future, we will work in turreted old buildings inspired by Disney Castle. * {{see | name=St Cecilia's Hall | alt= | url=https://www.stcecilias.ed.ac.uk/ | email= | address=Niddry Street, Cowgate, EH1 1NQ | lat=55.949 | long=-3.1864 | directions= | phone=+44 131 650-2600 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6:30PM | price=Historic instruments free | wikidata=Q7592777 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Scotland's oldest purpose-built concert hall, opened in 1763 and still in regular use. It hosts the University of Edinburgh collection of historic musical instruments, crafted 16th to 20th century, many of which (such as the Trompette Demilune) are no longer played. }} * {{see | name=Talbot Rice Gallery | alt= | url=https://www.trg.ed.ac.uk/ | email= | address=Old College, South Bridge EH8 9YL | lat=55.9471 | long=-3.1878 | directions= | phone=+44 131 650-2210 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-5PM during exhibitions | price=Free | wikipedia=Talbot Rice Gallery | wikidata=Q7679039 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=David Talbot Rice (1903-72) was in the louche crowd at Oxford that inspired ''Brideshead Revisited'' and became a distinguished scholar of East Mediterranean and Russian art, with extensive contacts in those parts - how come this fellow was never implicated in a spy ring? His spell as University Vice Principal is commemorated in this gallery with changing exhibitions of contemporary art. It's housed within Old College of Edinburgh University, a fine building built between 1789 and 1827 by Robert Adam and Henry Playfair. The Georgian Gallery has a Playfair interior and a mixture of Old Masters and modern installations. }} [[File:John Knox statue, New College, Edinburgh.jpg | thumb | 300px | John Knox at New College ]] * {{see | name=Dovecot Studios | alt= | url=https://dovecotstudios.com/ | email= | address=10 Infirmary Street EH1 1LT | lat=55.9184 | long=-3.2368 | directions= | phone=+44 131 550-3660 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10AM-5PM | price=Free | wikipedia=Dovecot Studios | image=Dovecot Exterior.jpg | wikidata=Q5302420 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Tapestry studio and gallery housed in the former public baths. There is a cafe, shop, and viewing gallery where you can look down on weavers at work. }} * {{see | name=Surgeons' Hall Museums | alt= | url=https://museum.rcsed.ac.uk/ | email=museum@rcsed.ac.uk | address=Nicolson Street EH8 9DW | lat=55.9467 | long=-3.1852 | directions= | phone=+44 131 527-1711 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Adult £9.50, conc £6 | wikipedia=Surgeons' Hall | wikidata=Q7646188 | lastedit=2024-03-26 | content=The permanent exhibitions are the Pathology Museum, the History of Surgery and the Dental Museum. Not suitable for children under 10 as the exhibits include human remains. }} * {{see | name=Edinburgh Central Mosque | alt= | url=https://edmosque.org/ | email= | address=50 Potterrow EH8 9BT | lat=55.9451 | long=-3.186 | directions= | phone=+44 131 667-1777 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-11PM | price=Free | wikipedia=Edinburgh Central Mosque | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Stately mosque and minaret completed in 1998 in a modern variant of Turkish style. You can generally look in between prayer times. }} === Waverley === The railway tracks now carve between Old and New Towns. But just as the Old Town spread south into Grassmarket, it also spread north into the downbeat district of Waverley, part low-rent housing and part stinking midden, until the railway obliterated most of it. "The Mound" is the spoil heap from building New Town that became a thoroughfare from Old Town. * {{see | name=City Art Centre | alt= | url=https://www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/city-art-centre | email= | address=2 Market St, EH1 1DE | lat=55.9509 | long=-3.1893 | directions= | phone=+44 131 529-3993 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Donation £3 | wikidata=Q65081638 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Four-floor gallery run by the city council. They rotate artwork from their extensive Scottish collection and have changing exhibitions. }} * {{see | name=Fruitmarket | alt= | url=http://www.fruitmarket.co.uk | email=info@fruitmarket.co.uk | address=45 Market Street EH1 1DF | lat=55.951389 | long=-3.188889 | directions=facing City Art Centre | phone=+44 131 225-2383 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11AM-6PM | price=Free | wikidata=Q4402028 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Gallery of contemporary art, refurbished in 2018. From 1936 to the 1970s this was where soft fruit and veg were traded, handy for the trains and delivery vans. }} * {{see | name=Stills | alt= | url=http://www.stills.org/ | email= | address=23 Cockburn Street EH1 1BP | lat=55.9507 | long=-3.1903 | directions= | phone=+44 131 622-6200 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 11AM-5PM | price=Free | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Photography gallery with three exhibitions a year. They also support photographers through courses and hire of equipment, darkroom and digital lab. }} * {{see | name=Museum on the Mound | alt= | url=https://museumonthemound.com/ | email= | address=The Mound EH1 1YZ | lat=55.9502 | long=-3.1934 | directions= | phone=+44 131 243-5464 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-F 10AM-5PM, Sa 1-5PM | price=Free | wikipedia=Museum on the Mound | wikidata=Q6941127 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Museum about money and coins, in the basement of the Palladian pile of the former Bank of Scotland headquarters. Scotland developed a banking sector in the 18th century to support long-distance trade, and still prints its own banknotes. }} * '''New College''' looks down upon the Mound. It was opened in 1846 as the seminary for Free Church ministers and is now part of the University of Edinburgh School of Divinity. You can look in on the courtyard, where the statue of John Knox is launching into another polemic against women: "For their sight in civile regiment, is but blindness: their strength, weakness: their counsel, foolishness: and judgement, phrenesie . . . " === Holyrood Park === [[File:Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh.JPG | thumb | 300px | The crouching lion of Arthur's Seat ]] This scenic park south and east of Holyrood Palace was created by King James VI in the 16th century. It's dominated by the volcanic mount of Arthur's Seat, and ringed by small lochs. All park roads are closed to vehicles Sa Su 8AM-3:30PM though cyclists are still permitted, and traffic can go as far as the car parks at Broad Pavement, Meadowbank and Duddingston. The High Road (the loop of Queen's Drive over the east flank) is only open to vehicles Tu-Th 9:30AM-3PM and is one-way clockwise. Roads may be closed at other times for events such as marathons and the annual toad migration: in March they emerge from hibernation on the hill and crawl down to the lochs across the roads. * {{marker | name=Arthur's Seat | type=see | wikidata=Q712311 }} broods over Old Town and is visible from afar as a crouching lion. It's the main vent of a volcano that erupted 340 million years ago, with side vents adjacent (Whinny Hill or Lion's Haunch) and at Calton Hill and Castle Rock. It's 823 ft / 251 m high, and the simplest ascent is from the east, a ten minute stroll from Dunsapie Loch car park on the High Road. Feel free to approach instead from the city-facing west, the "Gutted Haddie" steep scramble, with the tourist ahead knocking cobbles down on your skull. The view from the top takes in the city, the Firth of Forth and hills of Fife, and the line of other volcanic plugs out to the Bass Rock that spurted from the same fault movement. The connection with King Arthur is tenuous: early Britons spoke a language closer to Welsh than Gaelic, and Arthur is first mentioned in the saga of ''Y Gododdin'' recounting heroism (and heroic mead-drinking) in these northern hills. * {{marker | name=Salisbury Crags | type=see | wikidata=Q31118011 }} are basalt cliffs to the west, dramatic seen from the city at sunset, upthrust millions of years after the volcano was extinct. They are suffering erosion, and since a rockfall in 2018 rock climbing is no longer permitted, and the "Radical Road" path between cliff and talus slope is closed. * {{marker | name=St Anthony's Chapel | type=see | lat=55.9501 | long=-3.1614 }} is a scenic but scrappy 14th-century ruin, with only one wall remaining. It stands above St Margaret's Loch, created in 1856 as Prince Albert thought it would improve the view. * {{marker | name=Duddingston | type=see | wikidata=Q3715916}}: see [[Edinburgh/East]] for this charming hamlet and small loch at the southeast edge of the park. == Do == [[File:The Grand Gallery of the National Museum of Scotland - geograph.org.uk - 2561565.jpg | thumb | 300px | Grand Gallery of the National Museum of Scotland ]] * {{do | name=The Edinburgh Dungeon | alt= | url=https://www.thedungeons.com/edinburgh/ | email= | address=31 Market Street EH1 1DF | lat=55.9511 | long=-3.1909 | directions= | phone=+44 131 240 1041 | tollfree= | hours=M-Th 11AM-4PM, F-S 11AM-5PM | price=Adult £19, child £15 | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content="Haunted House" experience, where you take a 70 min tour through 11 shows and 2 rides loosely based on Scotland's horrible history: William Wallace, Mary King's Ghost, cannibal Sawney Bean, Burke and Hare and more. }} * {{do | name=Escape The Past | alt= | url=https://www.escapethepast.co.uk/ | email=info@escapethepast.co.uk | address=BF01 25 Nicolson Square Edinburgh EH8 9BX | lat= | long= | directions=by Central Mosque | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-9PM | price=From £22 per person | lastedit=2025-08-06 | content=Immersive escape rooms and outdoor puzzle trails based on Edinburgh's history. Experiences include historically accurate props, live actors and special effects. Housed in the basement of a 19th Century Methodist Church. Highlights include "The Anatomist" a 60 minute escape room based on Edinburgh's grave-robbing-era medical history. }} * {{do | name=The Scotch Whisky Experience | alt= | url=https://www.scotchwhiskyexperience.co.uk/ | email= | address=354 Castlehill EH1 2NE | lat=NA | long=NA | directions=opposite Camera Obscura | phone=+44 131 220 0441 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-5PM | price=Basic tour £23 adult, £21 conc, £10 child | wikipedia=Scotch Whisky Experience | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Tour of the history and craft of whisky distilling, with expert guides - the basic or "silver" tour works well for beginners. They have a huge selection; the core of it is the 3384 bottles collected by Brazilian whisky enthusiast Claive Vidiz. }} * {{do | name=The Lost Close | alt= | url=https://thelostclose.com/ | email= | address=1 Barrie's Close EH1 1RF | lat= | long= | directions=behind St Giles' Cathedral | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-19 | content=Underground experiences and tours led by expert Storytellers. Whisky, gin and beer tastings available - starting from £15. }} * '''Walking tours''' explore the Royal Mile and its dark alleys and even darker history. They include [https://www.edinburghliterarypubtour.co.uk/ Literary Pub Tour], [https://www.eatwalktours.co.uk/ Walk Food Tour], [https://www.witcherytours.com/ Cadies and Witchery], [https://www.cityofthedeadtours.com/ City of the Dead], [https://www.localeyestours.co.uk/ Local Eyes], [https://witchestour.com/ Witches Tour]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [https://cityofedinburghtours.com/ City of Edinburgh Tours], [https://www.mercattours.com/ Mercat Tours] and [https://www.auldreekietours.com/ Auld Reekie Tours]. * {{do | name=Monkey Barrel Comedy | alt= | url=https://www.monkeybarrelcomedy.com/ | email= | address=9 Blair Street EH1 1QR | lat= | long= | directions=next to ibis Royal Mile | phone=+44 131 460 8421 | tollfree= | hours=Venue 6PM-midnight | price=Adult £8, student £6 | lastedit=2023-12-05 | content=Intimate comedy venue with several acts each night. Drink and some food available. }} * '''[https://stramashedinburgh.com/ Stramash]''' is a live music venue at 207 Cowgate, at the foot of Blair St, on two levels with a capacity of 900. * {{do | name=Festival Theatre | alt= | url=https://www.capitaltheatres.com/ | email= | address=13/29 Nicolson Street EH8 9FT | lat=55.9467 | long=-3.1861 | directions= | phone=+44 131 529 6000 (Box office) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Large performance venue, home of the Scottish Ballet and Scottish Opera. It also hosts contemporary dance, ballet, musicals and panto. }} [[File:Usher Hall, stairwell - view up 01.jpeg | thumb | 300px | Stairwell within Usher Hall ]] * {{do | name=Reid Concert Hall | alt= | url=https://www.eca.ed.ac.uk/facility/reid-concert-hall | email= | address=Bristo Square EH8 9AL | lat=NA | long=NA | directions=east side of Anatomy Museum | phone=+44 131 651 2189 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Reid Concert Hall | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=General Reid (1721-1807) endowed the School of Music at the University of Edinburgh. They put on occasional free lunchtime concerts here, especially on 13 Feb, Reid's birthday. You may also be able to look in on their collection of antique instruments. }} * {{do | name=Usher Hall | alt= | url=https://www.usherhall.co.uk/ | email= | address=Lothian Road EH1 2EY | lat=55.9473 | long=-3.205 | directions= | phone=+44 131 228 1155 (Box office) | tollfree= | hours=Box Office M-Sa 10AM-5:30PM, Su 1-2PM | price= | wikipedia=Usher Hall | wikidata=Q1636910 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=The city's main concert hall, capacity 2200, and home to the [http://www.rsno.org.uk/ Royal Scottish National Orchestra]. It was completed in 1914, funded by Andrew Usher the whisky distiller and blender. }} * '''Edinburgh Filmhouse''' at 88 Lothian Rd opposite Usher Hall is an arthouse cinema. It folded in 2022 but re-opened in June 2025. * {{do | name=Royal Lyceum | alt= | url=https://www.lyceum.org.uk/ | email= | address=30b Grindlay St EH3 9AX | lat=NA | long=NA | directions=south flank of Usher Hall | phone=+44 131 248 4848 (Box office) | tollfree= | hours=Box Office M-Sa 10AM-5PM | price= | wikidata=Q7374418 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Completed in 1883 and little altered since, this is home to the Royal Lyceum Theatre Company. }} * {{do | name=Traverse Theatre | alt= | url=https://www.traverse.co.uk/ | email= | address=10 Cambridge St EH1 2ED | lat=NA | long=NA | directions=north flank of Usher Hall | phone=+44 131 228 1404 (Box office) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7836167 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Since 1992 this has hosted Traverse theatre company, dedicated to new works. }} * {{do | name=King's Theatre | alt= | url=https://www.capitaltheatres.com/our-venues/kings-theatre/ | email= | address=2 Leven Street | lat=55.941872 | long=-3.202811 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=King's Theatre, Edinburgh | image=King's Theatre, Tollcross - geograph.org.uk - 1317671.jpg | wikidata=Q6411122 | lastedit=2026-07-22 | content=Reopened in August 2026 after 4 years of refurbishment. }} * {{do | name=Cameo Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.picturehouses.com/cinema/the-cameo | email= | address=38 Home St, EH3 9LZ | lat=55.9427 | long=-3.2038 | directions= | phone=+44 20 7326 2649 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=The Cameo, Edinburgh | wikidata=Q7721081 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Mainstream, arthouse and alternative films, with an Edwardian interior. }} * {{do | name=Odeon Cinema | alt= | url=https://www.odeon.co.uk/cinemas/edinburgh-lothian-road/ | email= | address=118 Lothian Road, EH3 8BQ | lat=55.9457 | long=-3.2059 | directions= | phone=+44 333 014 4501 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Mostly mainstream movies. }} == Buy == [[File:Victoria Terrace - geograph.org.uk - 128903.jpg | thumb | 300px | Victoria Terrace above Victoria St ]] * '''Supermarkets:''' no big ones here, but smaller outlets for food such as Tesco Express line Nicholson St and Tolcross, mostly open daily. The nearest big mall is Cameron Toll 3 miles south. * '''Small independent shops''' are found around Victoria Street, Grassmarket and Cockburn Street; those on the Royal Mile are often tourist-traps. * {{buy | name=Red Door Gallery | alt= | url=https://www.edinburghart.com | email= | address=42 Victoria Street EH1 2JW | lat=55.948505 | long=-3.194503 | directions=opposite Bow Bar | phone=+44 131 477-3255 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-6PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-09 | content=Arts and crafts and giftware. }} * {{buy | name=Armstrongs | alt= | url=https://www.armstrongsvintage.co.uk/ | email= | address=83 Grassmarket EH1 2HJ | lat=55.9477 | long=-3.1943 | directions= | phone=+44 131 220-5557 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10AM-5:30PM, Su noon-6PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-09 | content=A local institution, this has a huge stock of vintage clothing and uniforms, including pre-hirpled kilts. }} * {{buy | name=Underground Solu'shn | alt= | url=https://www.undergroundsolushn.com/ | email= | address=9 Cockburn Street EH1 1BP | lat=55.950678 | long=-3.190799 | directions=20 yards down from Stills Gallery | phone=+44 131 226-2242 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 9AM-6PM, Sa 10AM-6PM, Su 11AM-5PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-09 | content=A great little record store dealing mainly in dance/electro music. }} * {{buy | name=Cadenhead's Whisky Shop | alt= | url=https://www.cadenhead.shop/ | email= | address=172 Canongate EH8 8DF | lat=55.951181 | long=-3.180364 | directions=50 yards up from Canongate Kirk | phone=+44 131 556-5864 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10:30-5:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-09 | content=This Campbeltown-based firm is an independent bottler of whisky and other spirits (a rarity nowadays), so they do bespoke sales and samplers. }} * {{buy | name=Focus | alt= | url=https://www.focuspocus.co.uk/ | email= | address=270 Canongate EH8 8AA | lat=55.9506 | long=-3.1836 | directions= | phone=+44 131 557-0901 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10AM-6PM, Su noon-6PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-09 | content=Skatewear and skateboard store, friendly knowledgeable staff. }} * '''[https://www.edinburghfarmersmarket.co.uk/ Farmers Market]''' is held Sa 9AM-2PM on the NCP car park on Castle Terrace, 100 yards east of Usher Hall. == Eat == [[File:Edinburgh mosque June 2007.jpg | thumb | 300px | Central Mosque ]] === Budget === Inexpensive eating places cluster along South Bridge / Nicolson Street / Clerk Street (one long street, the old road to Carlisle), along Forrest Rd, and at Tolcross to the west. * '''[https://landysfishandchips.co.uk/ Landy's Fish & Chips]''' is at 29 North Bridge, corner of High St, open daily 11AM-10PM. * {{eat | name=The Piemaker | alt= | url=http://www.thepiemaker.co.uk/ | email= | address=38 South Bridge EH1 1LL | lat= | long= | directions=opposite ibis South Bridge | phone=+44 131 531 5795 | tollfree= | hours=M-Th 10AM-8PM, F Sa 10AM-9PM, Su 10AM-6PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-05 | content=This has a wide range of delicious pies and savoury pastries, piping hot. They're mostly a takeaway and don't deliver, but have a few seats inside. }} * {{eat | name=Kebab Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.kebabmahaledinburgh.co.uk/ | email= | address=7 Nicolson Square EH8 9BH | lat=55.9462 | long=-3.1859 | directions= | phone=+44 131 667 5214 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-11:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-05 | content=Good halal curries, kebabs and tandooris, no alcohol. }} * '''[https://www.mosquekitchen.com/ Mosque Kitchen]{{Dead link|date=May 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' is at 31 Nicholson Square (across from Kebab Mahal), open daily 11:30AM-10PM. * {{eat | name=The Original Mosque Kitchen | alt= | url=https://edinburghmosquekitchen.com/ | email= | address=50 Potterrow EH8 9BT | lat= | long= | directions=behind Central Mosque, or enter from Nicolson Square | phone=+44 131 629 1630 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:30AM-7:30PM | price= | lastedit=2024-11-14 | content=Inexpensive chicken or vegetable curry. A favorite with generations of Edinburgh University students for its cost and portion sizes. }} * {{eat | name=Tempting Tattie | alt= | url=https://www.temptingtattie.co.uk | email= | address=18 Jeffrey Street EH1 1DT | lat=55.9511 | long=-3.1843 | directions= | phone=+44 131 629 5252 | tollfree= | hours=M-Th 11:30AM-8PM, F-Su 11:30AM-6:45PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Inexpensive takeaway for trad baked potatoes. }} * '''[https://www.oinkhogroast.co.uk/ Oink]''' are a budget chain serving pulled pork sandwiches, nothing else, no chips, no crisps, no sides. They're at 34 Victoria Street opposite Bow Bar, 82 Canongate by the Scottish Parliament, and Hanover St in New Town. They're all open daily from 11AM until they sell out mid-afternoon. * {{eat | name=Kampong Ah Lee | alt= | url=https://www.kampongahlee.co.uk/ | email= | address=28 Clerk Street EH8 9HX | lat=55.9426 | long=-3.1824 | directions= | phone=+44 131 281 6172 | tollfree= | hours=W-M noon-3PM, 5-10PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Tasty Malaysian dishes such as Roti Canai, Satay, Nasi Lemak, Laksa and Rendang. }} * {{eat | name=Em’s Kitchen | alt= | url=https://www.emskitchen.co.uk/ | email= | address=38 St Mary's Street EH1 1SX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-11-13 | content=Full Scottish breakfast, shakshuka, coffee and tea options, with seating that looks into a quiet car park and garden. }} * {{eat | name=John's Coffee House & Tavern | alt= | url=https://johnscoffeehouse.com/ | email= | address=1A Parliament Square EH1 1RF | lat= | long= | directions=behind St Giles' Cathedral | phone= | tollfree= | hours= daily 7AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2025-06-19 | content=Located in a historic building. Breakfast, all-day waffles, light lunch options, small plates to share, bar with wide range of Scotch whiskies. }} === Mid-range === [[File:EdinburghTalbotRiceGallery2017.jpg | thumb | 300px | Talbot Rice Gallery ]] * {{eat | name=The Everest | alt= | url=https://www.everestrestaurants.co.uk/ | email= | address=52 Home Street EH3 9NA | lat= | long= | directions=50 yards south of Cameo Cinema, Tollcross | phone=+44 131 229 1348 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 3-10:30PM, F Sa 2-10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-05 | content=Good inexpensive Nepalese and Indian food. }} * {{eat | name=Petit Paris | alt= | url=http://www.petitparis-restaurant.co.uk/ | email= | address=38-40 Grassmarket EH1 2JU | lat= | long= | directions=central in Grassmarket | phone=+44 131 226 2442 | tollfree= | hours=Su-F noon-3PM, 5-10PM, Sa noon-10PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Traditional French restaurant complete with chequered tablecloths and whitewashed walls. }} * {{eat | name=David Bann | alt= | url=https://www.davidbann.co.uk | email= | address=56-58 St Mary's Street EH1 1SX | lat=55.9495 | long=-3.1832 | directions= | phone=+44 131 556 5888 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon - 9:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Imaginative and tasty vegetarian food, with lots available for vegans or GF. }} * {{eat | name=Whiski | alt= | url=https://www.whiskibar.co.uk/ | email=bar@whiskibar.co.uk | address=119 High Street EH1 1SG | lat= | long= | directions=next to Radisson Blu | phone=+44 131 556 3095 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10AM-1AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-05 | content=A bit touristy, but a good choice for Scottish food, drink and music. Hundreds of whiskies available, bar staff happy to advise. Live music every night from 9:30PM, try to sit up front for this. }} * {{eat | name=Nok's Kitchen | alt= | url=https://www.nokskitchencastle.co.uk/ | email= | address=5a Johnston Terrace EH1 2PW | lat= | long= | directions=below Tolbooth Kirk / The Hub | phone=+44 131 225 6633 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-9PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Decent Thai food with vegetarian options. They add 10% service to the menu prices. }} * {{eat | name=Ondine | alt= | url=https://www.ondinerestaurant.co.uk/ | email= | address=2 George IV Bridge EH1 1AD | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 131 226 1888 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa noon-3PM, 5:30-9:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Quality seafood, but overpriced for what you get. }} * '''[https://divinoedinburgh.com/#1 Divino]''' is an Italian at 5 Merchant St, corner of George IV Bridge, open W-F & Su 5PM-midnight, Sa noon-midnight. * {{eat | name=Kanpai Sushi | alt= | url=https://kanpaisushiedinburgh.co.uk/ | email= | address=8-10 Grindlay St EH3 9AS | lat= | long= | directions=opposite Lyceum Theatre | phone=+44 131 228 1602 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa noon-2PM, 5-10PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Small portions of sushi and other Japanese food, and pricey, but speedy service and memorable quality. }} * '''[https://www.yamatoedinburgh.co.uk/ Yamato]''' serves quality Japanese food at 11 Lochrin Terrace behind Cameo cinema. It's open Tu-Th 5-10:30PM, F-Su noon-10:30PM. * {{eat | name=Gurkha | alt=formerly Bombay Bicycle Club | url=https://gurkhaedinburgh.com/ | email= | address=6 Brougham Place EH3 9HW | lat=55.9426 | long=-3.2009 | directions= | phone=+44 131 229 3839 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 3PM-10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Traditional Indian and Nepalese restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Kalpana | alt= | url=https://www.kalpnarestaurant.com/ | email= | address=2 St Patrick's Square EH8 9EZ | lat=55.9435 | long=-3.1832 | directions= | phone=+44 131 667 9890 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Long-established quality vegetarian Indian restaurant serving curries, thalis and tandooris. }} * {{eat | name=Tanjore | alt= | url=https://tanjore.co.uk | email= | address=6 Clerk Street EH8 9HX | lat= | long= | directions=Two doors down from Kalpna | phone=+44 131 478 6518 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-2:30PM, 5-10PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=One of the few places in Edinburgh serving South Indian food such as Dosas, Uttapams, Sambar and other Tamil specialities. }} * {{eat | name=MUMS | alt=Monster Mash Café | url=https://www.monstermashcafe.co.uk/ | email=mum@mumsgreatcomfortfood.com | address=4a Forrest Road EH1 2QN | lat=55.9460 | long=-3.1908 | directions= | phone=+44 131 260-9806 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 9AM-10PM, Su 10AM-10PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Classic British comfort food: haggis, fish & chips, sausage & mash, stews, or shepherd's pie. Lots of veggie choices, no reservations. }} * {{eat | name=The Elephant House | alt= | url=http://www.elephanthouse.biz/ | email= | address=21 George IV Bridge EH1 1EN | lat=55.94756 | long=-3.19176 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-01-04 | content=Consistently good coffee and light bites, cafe is full of university and creative types; JK Rowling wrote much of the first Harry Potter book here. And that alas is the problem: it's become part of the Potter circus, every half hour sees another coachload of tourists all craning for selfies and trying to nick the cutlery and scrawling graffiti in the loo. Prices, service and ambience have suffered accordingly, and Rowling has fled to a castle in the Highlands. In Aug 2021 the cafe suffered a fire and was closed for 5 years. }} === Splurge === * {{eat | name=The Witchery by the Castle | alt= | url=https://www.thewitchery.com | email= | address=352 Castlehill EH1 2NF | lat= | long= | directions=opposite Camera Obscura | phone=+44 131 225-5613 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-11PM | price=B&B double £550 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=By the castle entrance, The Witchery serves top-class food in an elegant candle-lit restaurant. They've now added rooms, flamboyantly camp. }} * {{eat | name=Timberyard | alt= | url=https://www.timberyard.co/ | email= | address=10 Lady Lawson St EH3 9DS | lat= | long= | directions=beyond West Port | phone=+44 131 221-1222 | tollfree= | hours=Th 5-11PM, F-Su noon-3PM, 5:30-111PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Outstanding Scottish cuisine in a 19th century warehouse, with extensive wine list. One Michelin star, the head chef is Jimmy Murray. }} == Drink == [[File:Sandy Bells (geograph 5580267).jpg | thumb | 300px | Sandy Bells on Forrest Road ]] === Pubs === : Royal Mile and Grassmarket pubs are often tourist traps or mobbed with stag and hen parties getting ratted. Here are some worth visiting: * '''Cold Town House''' is a microbrewery at the foot of Grassmarket with a rooftop bar. * {{drink | name=The Jolly Judge | alt= | url=https://jollyjudge.co.uk/ | email= | address=7 James Court EH1 2PB | lat= | long= | directions=off Lawnmarket next to Gladstone's Land | phone=+44 131 225-2831 | tollfree= | hours=Tu W noon-11PM, Th-Sa, M noon-midnight, Su 2PM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-05 | content=Cosy independent pub with a good selection of beer and whisky. One of the few pubs on Royal Mile that's not a tourist trap. }} * {{drink | name=Albanach | alt= | url=https://www.belhaven.co.uk/pubs/midlothian/albanach | email= | address=197 High St EH1 1PE | lat= | long= | directions=corner of Cockburn St | phone=+44 131 220-5277 | tollfree= | hours=Su-F noon-midnight, Sa noon-1:30AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Cosy Belhaven pub with food and whisky. }} * {{drink | name=Doctors | alt= | url=https://www.belhaven.co.uk/pubs/midlothian/doctors | email= | address=32 Forrest Road EH1 2QN | lat= | long= | directions=opposite Medical School and Anatomy Museum | phone=+44 131 225-1819 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th noon-11PM, F Sa noon-1:30AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Now a Belhaven pub, this is a welcoming place with good ales and food. It was a few yards from the former Royal Infirmary, within bleep range and sprinting distance for the junior doctors. }} * {{drink | name=Sandy Bells | alt= | url=https://www.sandybells.co.uk | email= | address=25 Forrest Road EH1 2QH | lat= | long= | directions=opposite MUMS | phone=+44 131 225-2751 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa noon–1AM, Su 12:30PM–midnight | price= | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Likewise frequented by medical students, this has live folk music every night. }} * '''[https://thegildedsaloon.co.uk/ Gilded Saloon]''' is at 47 Lothian St EH1 1HB opposite Bristo Square, open Su-W noon-1AM, Th-Sa noon-3AM. * {{drink | name=The Pear Tree | alt= | url=https://www.peartreeedinburgh.co.uk/ | email= | address=38 West Nicolson St EH8 9DD | lat=55.9444 | long=-3.1853 | directions= | phone=+44 131 667-7533 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-1AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Popular with students, this has a large beer garden and outdoor big screen for TV sports. }} * {{drink | name=The Kilderkin | alt= | url=https://kilderkingroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=67 Canongate EH8 8BT | lat=55.9522 | long=-3.177 | directions= | phone=+44 131 556-2101 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 11AM-midnight, Su 11AM-8PM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Fair selection of cask ales and whisky, the food is so-so and the warmth of welcome varies. This is the original of a chain that now includes The Windsor on Elm Row, Blue Blazer on Spittal St and Bennets at Tolcross. }} * {{drink | name=The Bow Bar | alt= | url=https://www.thebowbar.co.uk/ | email= | address=80 West Bow EH1 2HH | lat=55.9484 | long=-3.1941 | directions= | phone=+44 131 226-7667 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-midnight | price= | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Old-style boozer with a large selection of whiskies, selection of guest ales, and no background music. }} * {{drink | name=Bennets Bar | alt= | url=https://kilderkingroup.co.uk/ | email= | address=8 Leven St EH3 9LG | lat=55.9417 | long=-3.2032 | directions= | phone=+44 131 229-5143 | tollfree= | hours=Daily noon-1AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=A good old-fashioned pub, now part of Kilderkin group, with a wide selection of real ale and whisky. It is traditionally the place for pre / post-theatre drinks, with the Kings Theatre. }} === Nightclubs === [[File:Hare and Burke drawing.jpg | thumb | 300px | Burke (right) and Hare got you drunk ]] : Mostly along Cowgate, running east from Grassmarket beneath George IV Bridge and South Bridge. * {{drink | name=The Bongo Club | alt= | url=https://www.thebongoclub.co.uk | email= | address=66 Cowgate EH1 1JX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 131 558-8844 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 11PM-3AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=A café-bar and live music venue. }} * {{drink | name=Cabaret Voltaire | alt= | url=https://www.thecabaretvoltaire.com | email= | address=36-38 Blair Street EH1 1QR | lat=55.9489 | long=-3.1873 | directions= | phone=+44 131 247-4704 | tollfree= | hours=Th-Sa 7PM-3AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Atmospheric basement vault with regular gigs. }} * {{drink | name=Dragonfly | alt= | url=https://www.dragonflycocktailbar.com | email= | address=52 West Port EH1 2LD | lat=55.9464 | long=-3.1995 | directions= | phone=+44 131 228-4543 | tollfree= | hours=W-F, Su 4PM-1AM, Sa 2PM-1AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Well-hidden but popular cocktail lounge. }} * {{drink | name=The Jazz Bar | alt= | url=https://www.thejazzbar.co.uk | email= | address=1a Chambers Street EH1 1HR | lat= | long= | directions=next to ibis South Bridge | phone=+44 131 220-4298 | tollfree= | hours=M Tu 7PM-midnight, W-F Su 5PM-3AM, Sa 2PM-3AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Live music every night, majoring on jazz; early shows are generally free, later gigs individually priced. Limited food or seating. }} * {{drink | name=The Liquid Room | alt= | url=https://www.liquidroom.com | email= | address=9c Victoria Street EH1 2HE | lat= | long= | directions=just above Bow Bar | phone=+44 131 225-2564 | tollfree= | hours=F Sa 11PM-3AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=800-capacity live music venue. }} * {{drink | name=Wash Bar | alt= | url=https://en-gb.facebook.com/thewashbar/ | email= | address=11-13 North Bank Street EH1 2LP | lat= | long= | directions=Behind Museum on the Mound | phone=+44 131 225-6193 | tollfree= | hours=W 4PM-1AM, Th-Su 2PM-1AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-08 | content=Modern pub, mostly a local crowd, TV sport, no food. }} * {{drink | name=56 North | alt= | url=https://fiftysixnorth.co.uk/ | email= | address=2 West Crosscauseway EH8 9JP | lat= | long= | directions=Block south of Pear Tree | phone=+44 131 662-8860 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11AM-1AM | price= | lastedit=2023-12-10 | content=Cocktail bar incorporating South Loch gin distillery. }} * '''Holyrood distillery''' is at 19 St Leonard's Lane, see [[Edinburgh/South#Drink]]. == Sleep == [[File:ScotsmanDayExterior.jpg | thumb | 300px | The Scotsman on North Bridge ]] === Budget === * {{sleep | name=Motel One Edinburgh Royal | alt= | url=https://www.motel-one.com/en/hotels/edinburgh/hotel-edinburgh-royal/ | email= | address=18 Market St EH1 1BL | lat=55.9506 | long=-3.1916 | directions= | phone=+44 131 220-0730 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £80 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Comfy efficient place by the station, great value. They have another branch by the bus station. }} * {{sleep | name=Kick Ass Greyfriars | alt=previously Budget Backpackers | url=https://kickasshostels.co.uk/kick-ass-greyfriars/ | email=greyfriars@kickasshostels.co.uk | address=37-39 Cowgate EH1 1JR | lat=55.9479 | long=-3.1931 | directions= | phone=+44 131 226-6351 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorm £16 ppn | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Cheerful friendly staff and modern amenities. Offers dormitory beds and 2-4 bed private rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Code The Court | alt= | url=https://www.codehostels.com/ | email=thecourt@codehostels.com | address=1A Parliament Square, EH1 1RF | lat=55.949449 | long=-3.189840 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2025-06-19 | content=Hybrid hostel/hotel in a former jail and courtroom. Offers pod capsules and private rooms. }} * '''[https://kickasshostels.co.uk/kick-ass-grassmarket/ Kick Ass Grassmarket]''' is their other hostel at 2 West Port EH1 2JA, similar price and quality. * '''[https://www.highstreethostel.com/ High Street Hostel]''' at 8 Blackfriars St is the best of those on that street, descending behind Radisson Blu. Others at its foot on Cowgate are [https://www.aohostels.com/en/edinburgh/edinburgh-city/ A&O Hostel] and Edinburgh Metro. * {{sleep | name=Castle Rock Hostel | alt= | url=https://www.castlerockedinburgh.com/ | email= | address=15 Johnston Terrace EH1 2PW | lat=55.948206 | long=-3.195937 | directions=just below Castle and The Hub | phone=+44 131 225-9666 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorms from £12 ppn | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Clean spacious hostel with 300 beds on the hill just below Castle Esplanade. }} === Mid-range === * {{sleep | name=ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge | alt= | url=https://all.accor.com/hotel/8484/index.en.shtml | email= | address=77 South Bridge EH1 1HN | lat=55.9484 | long=-3.1870 | directions= | phone=+44 131 292-0000 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £150 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=Reliable chain hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=ibis Edinburgh Centre Royal Mile - Hunter Square | alt= | url=https://all.accor.com/hotel/2039/index.en.shtml | email= | address=6 Hunter Square EH1 1QW | lat=55.9496 | long=-3.1882 | directions= | phone=+44 131 619-2800 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £95 | lastedit=2023-12-05 | content=Slick welcoming inexpensive hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre | alt= | url=https://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/scotland/lothian/edinburgh/edinburgh-city-centre-royal-mile.html | email= | address=33 East Market St EH8 8FR | lat=55.9514 | long=-3.1839 | directions= | phone=+44 333 234-6430 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £110 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Good reliable chain hotel by the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Leonardo Royal Hotel | alt=formerly Jury's Inn | url=https://www.leonardohotels.co.uk/hotels/edinburgh/ | email= | address=43 Jeffrey St EH1 1DH | lat=55.9512 | long=-3.1857 | directions= | phone=+44 131 200-3300 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £150 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Good value place next to the railway station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ten Hill Place Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.tenhillplace.com | email= | address=10 Hill Place EH8 9DS | lat=55.9467 | long=-3.1836 | directions= | phone=+44 131 662-2080 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £100 | lastedit=2023-12-04 | content=Central but quiet hotel in a Georgian terrace with 78 bedrooms. }} * '''KM Hotel''' and apartments are at 5 Richmond Place round the corner from Ten Hill Place. They're among several run by the University of Edinburgh, see [[Edinburgh/South#Sleep]]. * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express | alt= | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/edinburgh/edbrm/hoteldetail | email= | address=300 Cowgate EH1 1NA | lat=55.949179 | long=-3.184584 | directions= | phone=+44 131 524-8400 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £150 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=They call it "Royal Mile" but it's in the dark canyon of Cowgate 200 yards south - still a very central location, and value for money. }} * '''[https://www.travelodge.co.uk/hotels/205/Edinburgh-Central-hotel Travelodge Edinburgh Central]''' is at 33 St Mary's St round the corner from Holiday Inn. [[File:Scandic Crown Hotel, High Street - geograph.org.uk - 1343722.jpg | thumb | 300px | Radisson Blu has a retro-antique facade ]] * {{sleep | name=Edinburgh Holyrood Hotel | alt=formerly Macdonald Holyrood | url=https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/edimh-edinburgh-holyrood-hotel/overview/ | email= | address=81 Holyrood Rd EH8 8AU | lat=55.9509 | long=-3.1771 | directions= | phone=+44 131 528-8000 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £100 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Now part of Marriott chain, this is under renovation but remains open. }} * {{sleep | name=Apex Grassmarket | alt= | url=https://www.apexhotels.co.uk/destinations/edinburgh/apex-grassmarket-hotel/ | email= | address=31-35 Grassmarket EH1 2HS | lat=55.946948 | long=-3.196517 | directions=central in Grassmarket | phone=+44 131 300-3456 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £70 | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Comfy place to stay with great views of the castle. }} * {{sleep | name=Apex City of Edinburgh | alt= | url=https://www.apexhotels.co.uk/apex-city-of-edinburgh-hotel | email= | address=61 Grassmarket EH1 2HJ | lat=55.947381 | long=-3.195373 | directions=next to Apex Grassmarket | phone=+44 131 243-3456 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £70 | lastedit=2023-12-07 | content=Similar price and quality to their branch at No 31. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel du Vin | alt= | url=https://www.hotelduvin.com/ | email= | address=11 Bristo Place EH1 1EZ | lat=55.945998 | long=-3.190277 | directions=100 yards south of Greyfriars Bobby | phone=+44 131 285-1479 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £130 | lastedit=2023-12-10 | content=Great comfort, service and location beyond its price bracket. }} * {{sleep | name=Novotel | alt= | url=https://all.accor.com/hotel/3271/index.en.shtml | email= | address=80 Lauriston Place EH3 9DE | lat=55.9450 | long=-3.1997 | directions= | phone=+44 131 656-3500 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £110 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Mid-range chain near Tolcross. }} * '''[https://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/scotland/lothian/edinburgh/edinburgh-city-centre-lauriston-place.html Premier Inn]''' has another hotel at 82 Lauriston Place next to Novotel. Similar quality and price to their branch on Market St. * {{sleep | name=DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Edinburgh City Centre | alt= | url=https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ediccdi-doubletree-edinburgh-city-centre/ | email= | address=34 Bread St EH3 9AF | lat=55.9457 | long=-3.203 | directions= | phone=+44 131 221-5555 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £130 | lastedit=2023-12-06 | content=Comfy hotel near Usher Hall, short walk to the castle. }} === Splurge === * {{sleep | name=The Scotsman | alt= | url=https://scotsmanhotel.co.uk | email= | address=20 North Bridge EH1 1TR | lat=55.9509 | long=-3.1887 | directions= | phone=+44 131 556-5565 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £230 | wikipedia=The Scotsman Hotel | wikidata=Q7762635 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=This iconic building stands like a castle guarding the entrance to Old Town from North Bridge. From 1904 to 2001 it housed ''The Scotsman'' newspaper, with editors and reporters above, printing presses below, and newspapers loaded onto trains from the basement. After they moved out it became an upscale hotel, charmingly refurbished within and scoring highly for comfort, service and location. }} * {{sleep | name=Hilton Edinburgh Carlton | alt= | url=https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/edicahi-hilton-edinburgh-carlton/ | email= | address=19 North Bridge EH1 1SD | lat=55.9508 | long=-3.1874 | directions= | phone=+44 131 472-3000 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £330 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=Great location, service and comfort mostly good, some construction noise. }} * {{sleep | name=Sheraton Grand Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/edisi-sheraton-grand-hotel-and-spa-edinburgh/ | email= | address=1 Festival Square EH3 9SR | lat=55.947 | long=-3.2073 | directions=facing Usher Hall | phone=+44 131 229-9131 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £160 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=Part of Marriott chain, great location and for most visitors great comfort, but housekeeping is too erratic for what you pay. }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-edinburgh | email= | address=80 High Street EH1 1TH | lat=55.9501 | long=-3.1867 | directions=jcn of Royal Mile and North Bridge | phone=+44 131 557-9797 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £350 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=Great location, comfort and service. The hotel was built in 1990, but with a retro-antique facade to blend with neighbouring buildings. }} * {{sleep | name=Cheval Old Town Chambers | alt= | url=https://www.chevalcollection.com/cheval-old-town-chambers/ | email= | address=323 High St EH1 1PN | lat=55.950148 | long=-3.191176 | directions=opposite St Giles | phone=+44 131 510-5499 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £250 | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=This knock-through of medieval tenements was designed as luxury serviced apartments, but has added common areas to create a townhouse hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Collection Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-collection-edinburgh-royal-mile | email= | address=1 George IV Bridge | lat=55.949091 | long=-3.192759 | directions= | phone=+44 131 220-6666 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2023-12-02 | content=Closed for refurbishment. }} == Connect == Public libraries have internet stations and other resources, but you need a card to access them - see [[Edinburgh#Connect]] for how to do this. Central Library (above) is the only one in Old Town, at 7 George IV Bridge opposite the National Library. There are some 30 branches across the city. == Go next == * All of the city can be easily reached from Old Town, but the obvious area to explore next is [[Edinburgh/New Town | New Town]], with Princes Street its main boulevard. * [[Edinburgh/South|South Edinburgh]] starts from the Meadows. 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A 'green and pleasant land', England is known for its dramatic scenery of countryside, rolling hills, green fields, ancient woodland, and rugged coastline. Historic stately manor houses and elegant landscape gardens are dotted around the country. From urban bustle to rural idylls via spectacular coastline and dramatic natural scenery, England has an incredible variety of landscapes and attractions to experience. The country's rich landscape has witnessed periods of great change and evolution. Its countryside and landscapes inspired some of the very best writers and poets. Its heritage is reflected in its architecture, museums, galleries and monuments. England's rich music and art scene is universally renowned. [[File:Mid Devon , Countryside Scenery - geograph.org.uk - 1952881.jpg|thumb|England's beautiful countryside]] Historical sites and cultural attractions abound here, whilst modern architecture and exciting technological innovations litter England's largest cities, many of which have seen successive programmes of regeneration, from world-leading industrial centres that drove the Industrial Revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries, into creative and cultural hubs in the 20th and 21st century. A diverse and culturally-rich country, with immigrants from the world over, visitors to England can seldom help being entranced by its charm, character, and unique culture. == Regions == England can be divided most generally into three sections, with deep historical and linguistic roots for each of them. These can be further divided into regions, which in turn consist of counties, most of which also have long histories. ===Southern England=== Southern England is roughly the area south of The Wash and the Bristol Channel. {{Regionlist | regionmap=England Regions map.png | regionmaptext=Regions of England | regionmapsize=410px | regionInteractiveMap=map1 | region1name=[[London]] | region1color=#ac5c91 | region1items= | region1description=A vast and diverse metropolitan region that is one of the most-visited cities in the world, it is a global capital of fashion and culture. | region2name=[[South East England]] | region2color=#71b37b | region2items= | region2description=The area around and south of [[London]], including the territory along the English Channel. Known for its diverse landscape, stunning countryside, which includes coastal areas, rolling hills, and fertile plains. The region is characterised by historic towns, vibrant cities, and important economic centres. South East England also features notable landmarks such as Windsor Castle, the South Downs National Park, and the historic university city of Oxford. Its combination of natural beauty and cultural heritage makes it an attractive part of England. | region3name=[[West Country]] | region3color=#73a2c1 | region3items= | region3description=The often-rugged peninsula extending southwest into the Atlantic and adjoining counties. Known for its stunning coastline, rugged moorlands, and historic towns. The area is famous for its picturesque countryside, sandy beaches, and maritime heritage, making it a popular destination for tourism. Key attractions include the rugged cliffs of Cornwall, the Jurassic Coast, Dartmoor and Exmoor national parks, and historic cities like [[Exeter]] and Bath. The West Country has a strong cultural identity, with distinctive traditions, cuisine such as cream teas and seafood, and a history rooted in fishing, agriculture, and maritime trade. |region4name=[[East of England]] |region4color=#bfa646 |region4description=A rural region characterised by its flat landscapes, wetlands, fertile farmland, and historic towns, with notable cities like Cambridge and [[Norwich]]. The region is known for its rich agricultural heritage, scenic coastlines along the North Sea, and its historic University of Cambridge. The East of England combines rural beauty with vibrant urban centres. |region4items= }} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#ac5c91|title=[[London]]|wikidata=Q84}} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#71b37b|title=[[South East England]]|wikidata=Q48015}} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#73a2c1|title=[[West Country]]|wikidata=Q48026}} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#bfa646|title=[[East of England]]|wikidata=Q48006}} ===Midlands=== The English Midlands are roughly the area east of [[Wales]] and across to the North Sea. {{Regionlist | region1name=[[West Midlands (region)|West Midlands]] | region1color=#adc19e | region1items= | region1description=The birthplace of William Shakespeare, Rugby and the Industrial Revolution, the historic West Midlands span from the eastern border of Wales to the centre of England. Alongside its large industrial urban conurbations, the region is the home to five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. | region2name=[[East Midlands]] | region2color=#b2898c | region2items= | region2description=From the geographic centre of England and the rugged peak district to the traditional coastal resorts on the North Sea. The East Midlands boast both rich historical legend, in the form of Robin Hood, and industrial and scientific heritage. The region is primarily covered by agricultural land and is famed for its culinary produce. }} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#adc19e|title=[[West Midlands]]|wikidata=Q48038}} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#b2898c|title=[[East Midlands]]|wikidata=Q23115,Q23106,Q23098,Q23092,Q23090,Q23107}} ===Northern England=== Northern England is anywhere north of Staffordshire in the west and roughly north of the River Trent in the east, up to the Scottish border. {{Regionlist | region1name=[[Yorkshire]] | region1color=#8a84a3 | region1items= | region1description=A historic county known for its stunning landscapes, including the rugged beauty of the [[Yorkshire Dales]] and the North York Moors, as well as vibrant cities and market towns. Famous for its rich industrial heritage, especially in textiles and coal mining, Yorkshire also boasts notable landmarks such as York Minster, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in Europe, and Whitby Abbey. The region offers a mix of picturesque countryside, historic towns, and coastal areas like [[Scarborough]] and [[Whitby]], making it a popular destination for outdoor activities, history, and cultural exploration. Yorkshire's identity is deeply rooted in its traditional dialect, festivals, and its reputation as the "Yorkshire Spirit" of resilience and friendliness. | region2name=[[North West England]] | region2color=#578e86 | region2items= | region2description=A diverse and vibrant region that includes major cities such as [[Manchester]], [[Liverpool]], and [[Chester]], known for their rich industrial history, cultural contributions, and economic significance. The area features a mix of urban centres, historic sites, and scenic landscapes, renowned for stunning lakes, mountains, and outdoor activities. Historically a hub of manufacturing, shipping, and textiles during the Industrial Revolution, North West England has evolved into a centre for media, technology, and education. It also boasts famous cultural landmarks like The Beatles' birthplace in Liverpool and the vibrant arts scene in Manchester, making it a dynamic region with a blend of history, natural beauty, and modern innovation. | region3name=[[North East England]] | region3color=#c09251 | region3items= | region3description=Famous for its rugged coastline, historic towns, and natural beauty. It has a rich industrial heritage, particularly in coal mining, shipbuilding, and heavy industry, with cities such as Newcastle and Sunderland playing key roles in economic development. The region is known for its iconic landmarks like Durham Cathedral and Castle, Hadrian's Wall—an ancient Roman frontier—and scenic areas like Northumberland National Park. Despite its industrial past, North East England is celebrated for its welcoming communities, cultural festivals, and beautiful countryside, making it a distinctive part of England with a blend of history, nature, and resilience. }} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#8a84a3|title=[[Yorkshire]]|wikidata=Q23086,Q23088,Q23095,Q23083}} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#578e86|title=[[North West England]]|wikidata=Q47967}} {{Mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#c09251|title=[[North East England]]|wikidata=Q23082,Q23080,Q23079}} ==Cities== <!-- {{Mapframe|52.650|-2.483|zoom=6|height=500}} -->England has many large cities. Listed below are nine of the most popular:[[File:Clifton Suspension Bridge 2012.jpg|thumb|The Clifton Suspension Bridge spans the Avon Gorge in [[Bristol]]. ]] <!-- READ THIS ==> READ THIS ==> This list is meant to be only a SMALL REPRESENTATIVE SAMPLE of READ THIS ==> cities in England, not a complete list of all the interesting ones. 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READ THIS ==> --> *{{marker|type=city|name=[[London]]|url=|lat=51.507222|long=-0.1275|wikidata=Q84}} — the largest metropolitan area in Western Europe, capital of the United Kingdom, and a global centre of finance, fashion, art and culture *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]|url=|lat=52.483056|long=-1.893611|wikidata=Q2256}} — England's second largest city in the country's heartland; former "Workshop of the World" and birthplace of heavy metal, with lovely canals, fine food and green spaces *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Brighton (England)|Brighton]]|url=|lat=50.842941|long=-0.131312|wikidata=Q131491}} — Regency seaside resort and university town with quirky shopping, good eating, rich culture and eclectic gay nightlife *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Bristol]]|url=|lat=51.45|long=-2.583333|wikidata=Q23154}} — vibrant music scene, lovely historic buildings and an attractive waterfront, with many festivals to enjoy in the summer *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Liverpool]]|url=|lat=53.4|long=-3|wikidata=Q24826}} — The "home of the Beatles" is a booming cosmopolitan city famous for its vibrant nightlife, magnificent waterfront, superb architecture, and footie-mad populace. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Manchester]]|url=|lat=53.466667|long=-2.233333|wikidata=Q18125}} — the north's cultural, sporting, entertainment, shopping and media hub is often viewed as Birmingham's main rival to second-city status *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Newcastle upon Tyne]]|url=|lat=54.972222|long=-1.608333|wikidata=Q1425428}} — seriously good nightlife and "Geordie" inhabitants warm enough to offset the north-eastern chill *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Nottingham]]|url=|lat=52.95|long=-1.133333|wikidata=Q41262}} — the "Queen of the Midlands" is home to [[Robin Hood]], Sherwood Forest and Nottingham Castle *{{marker|type=city|name=[[York]]|url=|lat=53.958333|long=-1.080278|wikidata=Q42462}} — ancient capital of Yorkshire, with Roman, Viking and Medieval architecture ==Other destinations== England has many outstanding landmarks and sites of interest. Listed below are nine of the most notable: [[File:Bamford Edge - Overlooking Ladybower Reservoir in Summer.jpg|thumb|[[Peak District|Peak District National Park]]]] * {{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Hadrian's Wall]]|url=|lat=55.024167|long=-2.2925|wikidata=Q57357}} — the Romans built this 87-mile wall to protect their province of Britannia from northern raiders. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Isles of Scilly]]|url=|lat=49.936111|long=-6.322778|wikidata=Q180209}} — scenic archipelago of tiny islands off the south western coast of Cornwall. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Lake District National Park]]|url=|lat=54.5|long=-3.166667|wikidata=Q211778}} — glorious mountains, lakes and woodlands; the land of Wordsworth. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[New Forest|New Forest National Park]]|url=|lat=50.866667|long=-1.566667|wikidata=Q277755}} — one of the few remnants of the great oak and hornbeam woodland that once covered southern England. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Yorkshire Moors|North York Moors National Park]]|url=|lat=54.383333|long=-0.75|wikidata=Q1544595}} — with heather-clad hills, woodlands, impressive sea cliffs and secluded beaches, this area is one of the true English gems. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Peak District|Peak District National Park]]|url=|lat=53.35|long=-1.833333|wikidata=Q1330811}} — rugged moors and hills in the north, secluded dales and limestone escarpments in the south. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[South Downs|South Downs National Park]]|url=|lat=50.92|long=-0.5|wikidata=Q584108}} — the gentle rolling chalk downs of southern England, which culminate at the coast in massive white cliffs. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Stonehenge]]|url=|lat=51.178844|long=-1.826189|wikidata=Q39671}} — the iconic Neolithic and Bronze Age monument; as mysterious as it is famous. *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Yorkshire Dales|Yorkshire Dales National Park]]|url=|lat=54.266667|long=-2.083333|wikidata=Q977613}} — charming, picture postcard villages set in some of the finest landscapes anywhere in Britain. ==Understand== {{seealso|Medieval Britain and Ireland}} ===Orientation=== Don't confuse "England" with the larger "Britain" or "United Kingdom"; see the [[United Kingdom]] article for details. Within the island of Great Britain, [[Scotland]] sits to the north of England and [[Wales]] is to the west. [[Northern Ireland]] (also part of the UK) and the [[Ireland|Republic of Ireland]] lie across the Irish Sea to the west of England (and Wales). [[France]] and the [[Channel Islands]] are across the English Channel to the south, and to the east is the North Sea. ===Climate=== [[File:Rain and shine near Chilcott, Somerset - geograph.org.uk - 4385784.jpg|alt=|thumb|Rain and shine in [[Somerset (England)|Somerset]]]] England has been stereotyped as being cold, grey and rainy since the ancient Romans wrote home, but this is not an entirely accurate picture. Temperatures rarely get very cold or very hot, and while the country certainly gets rain, it's really not as wet as rumour has it. London alone has lower annual rainfall than Paris, New York and Sydney, and it's not uncommon for parts of the country to go without rain for weeks. Parts of southern England often have summer water restrictions due to a lack of adequate rainfall during the previous winter. All the same, make sure you've got a raincoat. Northern and western parts are usually wetter than the rest of England due to the prevailing wind from the north west bringing down cold moist air from the North Atlantic, and the sunniest and warmest areas are in the far south and south east. Winter and autumn are usually the wettest seasons where the weather is often very changeable and at times quite windy, especially in the north and west, where cold Arctic winds arrive. Spring conditions are very changeable: a day of hot sunshine is likely as not to be followed by a week of cold wind and rain; and vice-versa. Occasional snow even as late as May is not unheard of in northern England, but it will melt quickly. Snow is particularly rare in the south east. Summer is generally warm in the south with average highs usually ranging from 18-23°C, but be prepared for unsettled weather at any time of the year and make sure to check a weather forecast if you plan to be outdoors. [[File:Britannia Royal Naval College, 2006 (02).jpg|alt=Tower Bridge and the City of London, London|thumb|The beautiful town of [[Dartmouth (England)|Dartmouth]] in Devon on a sunny day.]] Hot spells of weather can occur from May to September where temperatures may reach (and occasionally exceed) 30°C in the warmest areas of England, typically London and parts of the South East. Central Europe has very hot summers and very cold winters, but England is both less extreme (surrounded by water) and milder in the winter (influenced by the warmth of the North Atlantic Drift). If it were not for the North Atlantic Drift, England would be much much colder. Heavy, prolonged, snow is rare and temperatures are rarely below freezing for more than a few days. Some years there will be a few days of road and rail disruption from snow - even the slightest amount of snow often causes delays on public transport, especially rail. Very severe weather conditions are rare and remedial action is usually taken promptly. Flooding and droughts are unlikely to affect the traveller. High winds occasionally disrupt travel, most often outside summer. English people are said to have a passion for debating the weather: actually this is usually just an opening gambit to start a conversation with a stranger. Often, these conversation openers are heard among the elderly members of society. Most discussions that do involve weather usually include criticisms of it - including (though perhaps not at the same time) both that it's "too cold" and it's "too hot". Well-known conversational gambits (with due acknowledgement to Peter Kay) : "It's too cold for snow"; "It's that fine rain that soaks you through". ===People=== England is a modern nation, yet it remains deeply connected to its traditions and pageantry practices. The English have a passion for sports, with many of the most widely played games having originated in this country, and they uphold the principle of fair play. The inhabitants of England, much like their language, represent a diverse mix, having been consistently enriched by new influences—from the Romans, who nearly 2,000 years ago took control of the ancient Britons in the area, to the subsequent contributions of the Angles, Saxons, and others, which shaped the initial concept of what it means to be English, followed by the Vikings and the Normans approximately a millennium ago. [[File:Shambles shopper 8686.jpg|thumb|The medieval streets of [[York]]]] Since that time, there have been Huguenots, Chinese, Jews escaping pogroms, residents from former British colonies in the Caribbean during the 1950s and 1960s, Indians who were expelled from newly independent former African colonies, workers from EU member states like Poland, Ukrainians fleeing violence in their homeland, as well as individuals from other UK nations and the Republic of Ireland. The complete list is extensive, but England has historically been accustomed to outsiders establishing their residence. The English are indeed familiar with foreign visitors, and one can anticipate a friendly and courteous reception; nearly everyone will treat you kindly if you are respectful and make an effort to integrate. Smile, be polite, don't be pushy: that's how to get on with the English. One thing to bear in mind is that many (mostly elderly) English people are terrified of causing offence and dislike lying, and so will try to avoid potential pitfalls by sticking to safe (often boring) topics of conversation. They will occasionally attempt to avoid offence by evading a question which worries them, while also trying not to offend you by point blank refusing you an answer. This sort of thing generally wears off as people get to know you. The younger generation are often more open with their opinions and emotions, but you can still expect them to be polite. Another important aspect to consider is that the English culture places a significant emphasis on understatement, perhaps more than many other nations. In social interactions, it is often viewed as impolite or inappropriate to boast about one's achievements. Visitors may find it challenging to navigate social dynamics, as they might misinterpret the English tendency to understate as a lack of confidence or enthusiasm. [[File:Canterbury, Mercery Lane - geograph.org.uk - 3231152.jpg|thumb|Historic Mercery Lane in [[Canterbury (England)|Canterbury]]]]In tourist destinations, you will predominantly encounter people who are willing to take the time to respond to a stranger's inquiries. They may communicate in English with a distinctive accent or colourful expressions, yet they are generally open to adjusting and simplifying their language if you indicate that you are having difficulty understanding. It is often suggested that there exists a north-south divide concerning the friendliness of individuals, with those in the North perceived as more welcoming and approachable, while individuals in the South, especially in urban centres like London, are thought to be less inclined to engage with strangers. However, it is important to remember not to take offence; the majority of people you observe on the streets are typically hurrying to reach their destinations, such as work, and simply do not have the time to converse. Conversely, in rural regions, particularly in East Anglia and the West Country, individuals may be more willing to take a moment to chat with strangers. It is essential to recognise that these observations are generalization and do not apply universally to all people in the specified areas. Regardless, you will often find that if you approach others with politeness and friendliness, you are likely to receive the same courtesy in return from anyone you engage with. London is a very international city where you may meet a variety of nationalities, depending on what part of the city you are in. England's other cities are also home to significant immigrant communities from the former [[British Empire]], and also from other countries that were never ruled by Britain in the past. ===Visitor information=== * [http://www.visitengland.com/ Visit England], England's tourist bureau. ==Talk== {{quote|All the shop ladies called me "love" and most of the men called me "mate". I hadn't been here twelve hours and already they loved me.|author=Bill Bryson}} English is the main language in England, though it is spoken with many different accents throughout the country. Generally, English accents can be broadly divided into Northern and Southern accents. However, within these two main 'regions', accents can vary widely between different counties, towns and cities. For example, natives of Liverpool (called 'Liverpudlians' or more informally 'Scousers') have a distinctive accent that is easily distinguishable from that of someone from nearby Manchester (called 'Mancunians') and even from the surrounding countryside. Some cities even have multiple accents depending on the area of the city and the social class of the speaker. For example, working class 'Cockneys' of the East End of London sound very different to more well-heeled denizens of Westminster. England is generally considered to have the greatest variety of accents in the English-speaking world, even when compared to a much larger country like the United States. In [[Cornwall]], a very small number of people speak Cornish, a Celtic language similar to Welsh and completely separate from English. However, with fewer than a couple of hundred speakers of the language, any experience of Cornish you get is likely to be confined to road signs or information boards. [[File:Tea and scones at The Almonry in Ely - geograph.org.uk - 5450536.jpg|thumb|Tea and scones in [[Ely (England)|Ely]]]] No other languages are widely spoken, but with widespread immigration to England from other Commonwealth and European countries in the past few decades, you might also hear other languages spoken in the big cities. You may hear (and even see signs in) Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Gujarati, Polish, Italian, Greek, Turkish and varieties of Arabic. Largely because of links with Hong Kong and the overseas Chinese community in Malaysia, many Chinese Cantonese speaking people live here; London, Manchester and Sheffield in particular have thriving communities. The English are not known for being particularly fond of learning foreign languages, and often rely solely on English when they travel abroad. Few English people are fluent in a foreign language but they may remember enough to be willing to help a stranger in difficulties (if they can get over the embarrassment of being seen to "show off"). For this reason, you should be prepared to have to use English to make yourself understood.[[File:Shakespeare Statue, Henley Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon - geograph.org.uk - 8083313.jpg|thumb|[[Stratford-upon-Avon]], birthplace of Shakespeare ]] There are some peculiar words and phrases that even a native speaker of another variant of English may not understand. For example, when an English person says "Meet me at half five", they mean "Meet me at 5:30". If the directions say "go to the top of the road", that means the end of the road. Some words mean one thing to Americans and something else entirely to English people. When an English man says he shared a "fag" with his "mate" that means only that he smoked a cigarette with a friend. If he adds that they also had a "gorgeous" meal, it means it was followed by a nice dinner. Then there are the words unique to British English; a sneaker or tennis shoe, for instance, is called a "trainer". The expression "cheers!" is used both when drinking with somebody and as a substitute for "thank you". Another English peculiarity is the use of terms of endearment for strangers such as "darling", "pet", "love", "hun", "duck", "bab", "mate", "sweetheart", "flower" and "queen". Don't worry, it is not meant in a sexual or romantic manner. Instead it's an act of kindness. However, this is something which is nowadays mainly used by the older generation and found less in the younger generation except for between friends, although some younger males may call a woman "Darlin'". This is usually either as a form of cat calling (and can often be followed by derogatory demands or language but is often harmless) or directed towards a female friend. You will hear English people say "sorry". This is not down to guilt or self-consciousness but simply because it is synonymous with "excuse me", and is used to get somebody's attention. As London is one of the world's most multicultural cities, you will be hard-pressed to find a major world language that is ''not'' spoken by someone there. ===Accents and dialects=== The diversity England's history, marked by waves of different cultures and peoples—from the Vikings and Normans to the Romans and Celtic tribes, and more recently, immigrants from Commonwealth and EU nations—has led to a wide range of accents and lingering regional dialects. '''Imitating these accents''' is generally frowned upon, as it can come off as mocking rather than respectful. Even small geographical shifts can result in '''significant accent variations''', shaped by historical and social contexts. An individual's accent often reveals their upbringing, sometimes pinpointing their origins to a specific town or region. Nowadays, many educated professionals keep their regional accents, moving away from the past when individuals felt pressured to suppress their natural speech to succeed, a trend mostly seen in those attending private or grammar schools who adopt a more neutral, "upper-class" accent reminiscent of the royal family or classic British films. '''Accents can vary significantly''', and visitors often find themselves surprised when the real-life accents they encounter differ from those they’ve seen in movies or on TV, like the exaggerated "Dick van Dyke Cockney" or "Hugh Grant Silly Ass Upper Crust." It usually takes a day or two for them to adjust to the authentic sounds around them. Take the Geordie accent from Tyneside, for instance; it can be quite challenging to grasp, especially when spoken rapidly among locals who are unaware of a newcomer trying to follow along. Fortunately, most people are willing to slow down or soften their accents for those who are having trouble. Dialects are a fascinating aspect of travel in England, yet can be a source of confusion. In England, people generally expect to understand each other, thanks to the prevalence of dialect words popularised by television, books and media. For instance, in the north, phrases like "ey up" for hello and "aye" for yes are commonly recognised, along with "tha," which means you, particularly in Yorkshire. While there are subtle variations—like "jennel", "jinnel", and "ginnel" referring to narrow alleys in Manchester, Leeds, and Sheffield, respectively—these differences are minor and rarely cause misunderstandings. ==Get in== :''See the [[United Kingdom]] article for information on immigration and visa requirements.'' ===By road=== ==== From outside Great Britain==== [[File:Dover - White Cliffs - 1.jpg|thumb|The white cliffs of [[Dover (England)|Dover]]]] Since England is on an island, it is not possible to drive directly into England from outside Great Britain. Motorists have two choices to enter England from outside Great Britain, by various car ferry routes, or the Channel Tunnel. =====Car ferries===== *From mainland [[Europe]]. There is a wide variety of routes and operators from various countries. See [[Ferry routes to British Mainland]]. *From the [[Channel Islands]]. Services connect [[Jersey]] and [[Guernsey]] with the south of England. *From the [[Isle of Man]]. Services connect [[Douglas (Isle of Man)|Douglas]], Isle of Man, with the north west of England *From [[Ireland]]. There are only limited car ferry services connecting Ireland directly with England. Alternatively it is possible to take a ferry from Ireland to [[Wales]] or [[Scotland]] and then continue the journey by road to England. See "by boat" for further details. =====Channel Tunnel===== *From [[France]]. [http://www.eurotunnel.com Eurotunnel] run a frequent train service from [[Calais]], [[France]], to [[Folkestone]] which carries vehicles and their passengers. ====From elsewhere in Great Britain==== A number of roads cross England's borders with its British neighbours. These roads range from the simple country lanes to motorways. There are no border controls with [[Scotland]] or [[Wales]]; indeed, on smaller roads the border may not be noticed at all. The most important road connections into and out of England are. *A1 from Edinburgh and Eastern Scotland *M4 from South Wales *M74/A74/M6 from Western Scotland *A55 from North Wales. ===By plane=== Most people flying to England from outside [[Europe]] are likely to land in London Heathrow, London Gatwick or Manchester. Those flying from inside Europe have a great many options with low cost carriers connecting large European cities with many regional airports within England. Flying to England from [[Scotland]], [[Northern Ireland]] and [[Ireland]] is popular, although there are no flight connections from [[Wales]]. '''London and the South East''' * [[Heathrow Airport|London Heathrow]] ({{IATA|LHR}}) - By far the largest airport in UK, it is also the third busiest in the world. * [[Gatwick Airport|London Gatwick]] ({{IATA|LGW}}) - London's second most important airport * [[London Stansted Airport|London Stansted]] ({{IATA|STN}}) - Important low cost carrier airport near Cambridge * [http://www.london-luton.co.uk London Luton] ({{IATA|LTN}}) - Smaller airport to the north west of London * [http://www.londoncityairport.com London City] ({{IATA|LCY}}) - Small airport in the centre of London, mostly targeting business travellers who want to get into the city's financial districts quickly '''The South:''' [http://www.southamptonairport.com Southampton] and [https://www.bournemouthairport.com/ Bournemouth] are on the south coast. '''The South West:''' [http://www.bristolairport.co.uk Bristol], [http://www.exeter-airport.co.uk Exeter] and [https://www.cornwallairportnewquay.com/ Newquay] mostly serve domestic and European destinations. '''The East:''' [http://www.norwichairport.co.uk Norwich] '''The Midlands:''' [https://www.birminghamairport.co.uk/ Birmingham International], and [https://www.eastmidlandsairport.com/ East Midlands] '''The North:''' [[Manchester Airport]] ({{IATA|MAN}}), [https://www.liverpoolairport.com/ Liverpool John Lennon], [http://www.newcastleairport.com Newcastle], [https://www.leedsbradfordairport.co.uk Leeds-Bradford], [https://www.humbersideairport.com/ Humberside] and [https://www.teessideinternational.com/ Teesside]. ===By train=== : ''See also [[Rail travel in Great Britain]]'' [[File:A Lumo train on the Royal Border Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 7076768.jpg|thumb|A high-speed train on route to Newcastle from [[Edinburgh]] ]] '''[http://www.eurostar.com/ Eurostar]''' operates regular [[high-speed trains]] to [[London]] (St Pancras International), [[Ebbsfleet Valley|Ebbsfleet]] and [[Ashford (Kent)|Ashford]] through the '''Channel Tunnel''' from [[Amsterdam]] (Centraal), [[Avignon]] (TGV), [[Brussels]] (Zuid-Midi), [[Calais]] (Fréthun), [[Lille]] (Europe), [[Lyon]] (Part-Dieu), [[Marseille]] (Saint Charles), [[Paris]] (Gare du Nord) and [[Rotterdam]] (Centraal). Book as early as possible as fares can be considerably more expensive if trying to book at the last minute. The rail system with Wales and Scotland is fully integrated, with regular services crossing the borders into England. In addition to regular daytime trains, [[sleeper trains]] link Scotland and England. As the franchising contract runs to 2030, they are unlikely to be withdrawn. [https://www.britrail.com BritRail Passes] are available to non-UK citizens which allow the traveller unlimited rail travel in England on one ticket. ===By boat=== {{see also|Ferry routes to Great Britain}} With so much coastline and so many ports, England has extensive shipping links with many countries worldwide. Major ports are [[Dover (England)|Dover]], [[Folkestone]], [[Harwich (England)|Harwich]], [[Kingston Upon Hull|Hull]], [[Plymouth (England)|Plymouth]], [[Portsmouth]], [[Southampton]], [[Liverpool]], [[Ipswich (England)|Ipswich]] and [[Newcastle upon Tyne|Newcastle]]. ===By bus=== Several companies offer London-Paris (via the Chunnel) international service, including British [http://uk.megabus.com/ Megabus] or German [https://www.flixbus.com/ Flixbus]. While travel times are usually a lot longer than by plane or train, the prices tend to be rather low and fares below {{EUR|20}} are not unheard of. ==Get around== England has a dense and modern transportation infrastructure and is well serviced by domestic air, rail, land and sea routes. === By train === {{see also|Rail travel in Great Britain}} [[File:Victoria Bridge, Severn Valley Railway, Trimpley.jpg|thumb|As the home of steam engines and railways, England is home to numerous well preserved historic railways]] England is universally covered by an extensive railway network. The system consists of five high-speed main lines, which radiate from London and other major cities to the rest of the country, augmented by dense regional rail lines and commuter networks and other high-speed lines within major cities and towns. Travelling by train is one of the fastest, most comfortable, convenient and enjoyable ways to explore England and the rest of Great Britain. From High Speed 1, which connects London to Kent and under the English Channel to mainland Europe, to preserved railways operating historic steam trains through idyllic countryside, to bustling modern commercial centres and small unspoiled villages, to breathtakingly scenic lines, the train can be an enthralling and affordable way to see all that the UK has to offer. England has one of the highest densities of railway lines per square mile in the world. There has been much improvement and investment to the railway network and rolling stock. It is very easy to find train stations in England, as National Rail uses the historic British Rail double-arrow logo which is displayed prominently at all stations, and on road signs. ===By bus and tram=== [[File:Volvo Wright Eclipse Gemini2 Y25 OXF Oxford HighSt.jpg|thumb|The famous double decker bus]] England is covered by a wide bus network. Buses are numerous, frequent and reliable in cities and towns. Rural areas are less well served and hiring a car is often the best option to explore the countryside and villages. From 2025, the majority of bus fares across England are capped at £3, although some cities and regions may have lower fares. The vast majority of bus stops are request stops, meaning that you must put your arm out as the bus approaches to signal that you want it to stop. Likewise once on the bus, you must ring the bell in advance of the stop you want to get off at. The majority of bus services, especially in urban areas, are fully accessible for disabled travellers, with either low floors or the use of a ramp facilitating access for wheelchair users. On-board, there is space for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Some of England's major urban areas have tram (light rail) networks. Blackpool has the only system to survive since the tram's heyday in the early 20th century; the rest were killed off by the mid-1950s. However, since the 1990s, a second generation of tram networks have been built in Greater Manchester, the West Midlands, Sheffield, South London and Nottingham. ====By coach==== Long distance coach travel tends to be slower than train travel, as well as less frequent, although it is comfortable and often much cheaper. They can operate later than trains do, and they may operate more direct or convenient routes for your journey in cases where a train journey takes one or more changes, particularly on longer journeys to and from airports. Coaches, like trains, will also generally take you right to the centre of town. The largest coach companies in the England are: *[http://www.nationalexpress.com/coach '''National Express'''] is the largest long distance coach operator, and serves all major destinations on the mainland; they sell tickets online and at coach terminals. It offers promotional 'funfares' between major city-pairs, but is quite expensive on less competitive routes such as those serving airports. *'''[http://www.flixbus.co.uk/ FlixBus]''' has a large network of routes between many destinations. Tickets should be bought online, and booking in advance can result in some very low fares. *'''[http://uk.megabus.com Megabus]''' is a service between a few major destinations. To get the cheapest fares you should book a week or two ahead. However, fares are often still good value when booked with less time. Tickets must be bought online or using the premium rate booking line 0900 160 0900 for at least 60p per minute and ''cannot'' be bought from the driver. Service frequencies may be very limited, but they're still worth checking. ===By car=== {{see also|Driving in the United Kingdom}} England has an extensive road network. The quality of the roads is typically high, although it may decline in rural regions. Road signs and markings are usually clear, and England is recognised for its high ranking in road safety standards across Europe. One challenge of driving in England is the significant amount of traffic resulting from an increasing population. This issue is not confined to peak hours and major cities; even cross-country motorways can come to a standstill when they traverse urban areas. [[File:Humber Bridge - geograph.org.uk - 7550138.jpg|thumb|The Humber Bridge in [[Hull (England)|Hull]] was once the longest suspension bridge in the world.]] Driving in England requires adherence to specific regulations and practices that differ from many other countries. Motorists must drive on the '''left side of the road''', which can be a significant adjustment for those accustomed to right-hand driving. Additionally, the use of '''seat belts''' is mandatory for all passengers, and mobile phone usage while driving is prohibited unless a hands-free system is employed. England enforces strict speed limits, which vary depending on the type of road and vehicle. The maximum speed for cars on motorways is 70 mph, while dual carriageways allow for the same limit. In built-up areas, the limit typically drops to 30 mph, although some zones may have lower restrictions. Numerous small communities and suburbs are implementing 20 mph speed limits. There is a significant presence of '''speed cameras and traffic police'''. The traditional English traits of 'reserve' and politeness may sometimes diminish under the pressures of congestion on major routes. However, driving throughout England is generally a pleasant experience, and it is customary to acknowledge another driver's courtesy with a nod or a hand raise as a gesture of thanks. Drivers frequently flash their headlights to signal that it is safe for you to pull out or to yield to you, and it is deemed courteous to express gratitude by waving or briefly flashing your headlights. Activating your hazard lights (i.e., both turn signals simultaneously) serves solely as a warning of danger. Typically, it is employed to signal that the vehicle has malfunctioned or to alert other motorists of an impending hazard. Flashing your hazard lights a few times can also express gratitude. Brown road signs featuring white lettering indicate the presence of nearby tourist attractions, while the blue 'i' symbol signifies Tourist Information. The message '''Road closed!''' is not unusual on major highways during nighttime, as the volume of traffic is so high that road maintenance can only be conducted overnight. ===By taxi=== There are taxi firms everywhere (many are by booking only—find the phone number of the local company and phone ahead). 'Black cabs' are also common in cities and can be hailed from the side of the road. Sometimes in city centres, usually just after the nightclubs have closed, there will be queue for taxis which will sometimes be monitored by police. To be safe, make sure you take a registered and licensed taxi or black cab. ===By bicycle=== :''See also: [[Cycling in England and Wales]]'' [[File:Cycling to Fulbourn on a May afternoon - geograph.org.uk - 7766067.jpg|thumb|Cycle path in [[Cambridgeshire]]]] Cycling has experienced a renaissance, thanks to advancements in cycling infrastructure and the establishment of expansive cycle lanes in major cities and towns across England. While these developments have made cycling more accessible, certain areas still pose risks for cyclists. Nevertheless, cycling remains an excellent mode of transportation for exploring England, offering a unique perspective that allows riders to stop at will, avoid parking issues, and incur no ongoing costs once the bicycle is acquired. It is undoubtedly one of the quickest ways to navigate urban environments, with numerous scenic cycle paths available that enable cyclists to bypass traffic and enjoy the surrounding cityscape or countryside. The [https://www.sustrans.org.uk/find-a-route-on-the-national-cycle-network?location=null&routetype=null&distance=null National Cycle Network] is the national network of signed routes for cycling. It uses dedicated bike paths as well as roads with minimal traffic, and covers 14,000 miles, passing within a mile of half of all homes. Other cycling networks include [https://www.thenationalbyway.com/ The National Byway] and [https://www.sustrans.org.uk/find-other-routes/c2c-or-sea-to-sea Sea to Sea Cycle Route]. Cities across England are increasingly implementing segregated cycle paths to promote safer cycling and active transport. Residents can rent bicycles from local shops or find affordable secondhand options for under £100, as there is an abundance of used bikes available. It is advisable to wear a helmet while cycling in urban areas, although it is not mandatory; however, using lights is essential during the shorter winter days, as failing to do so can result in fines from the police. Additionally, investing in a sturdy lock is crucial due to the high incidence of bicycle theft in cities, so cyclists should avoid leaving their bikes unattended. === On foot === English cities and towns are pedestrian friendly, and England also has several long-distance hiking trails. Best known is the [[Pennine Way]], which roams for 268 miles (431 km) along the spine of northern England from [[Edale]] in Derbyshire to [[Kirk Yetholm]] in Scotland. There are also numerous public footpaths and bridleways covering the entire country; these are identified with footpath signs, and can be found on Ordnance Survey maps. ==See== [[File:Reflection garden near St Paul's Cathedral - geograph.org.uk - 7481856.jpg|thumb|St. Paul's Cathedral is an iconic landmark in [[London]], known for its stunning architecture and rich history. ]] England, a country steeped in history and culture, offers a wealth of experiences for travelers. From the bustling streets and squares of [[London]], where iconic landmarks such as the Tower of London and St. Paul's Cathedral stand as testaments to the nation’s rich heritage, to the serene landscapes of the [[Cotswolds]], visitors can immerse themselves in a diverse array of attractions and national landscapes. The capital city serves as a vibrant hub, showcasing world-class museums like the British Museum and the National Gallery, which house priceless collections that span centuries. Beyond the urban allure, the English countryside invites exploration, with charming villages and rolling hills that have inspired poets and artists alike. In addition to its historical significance, England is renowned for its cultural contributions, particularly in literature and the arts. The works of Shakespeare, Dickens, and Austen continue to resonate, drawing literary enthusiasts to sites such as [[Stratford-upon-Avon]] and [[Bath]]. The country also boasts a dynamic music and sports scene, with cities like [[Liverpool]] and [[Manchester]] being pivotal in the evolution of popular music and sports. Festivals celebrating everything from classical to contemporary genres are held throughout the year, providing visitors with a taste of England’s vibrant cultural scene. [[File:Bath_abbey_and_roman_baths_arp.jpg|alt=|thumb|The Roman Baths and Abbey in the elegant city of [[Bath]], a popular tourist destination in [[Somerset (England)|Somerset]].]] If you're pressed for time, it might be easier to stay in a regional city and take day trips to explore the National Parks, coastline, and nearby towns. However, if you have a more flexible schedule, consider settling into a cosy B&B (Bed and Breakfast) or English inn. Public transport is generally reliable in cities and larger towns, but for smaller, off-the-beaten-path locations, it's wise to plan your route carefully or think about renting a car or coach. Many of England's top tourist destinations are accessible via train from London, with popular spots including [[Yorkshire]] in the East, [[Cornwall]] in the South West, various National Parks, and historic cathedral cities like [[York]], Bath, [[Durham (England)|Durham]], [[Canterbury (England)|Canterbury]], [[Salisbury (England)|Salisbury]], [[Wells]], [[Norwich]], and [[Lincoln]]. [[Plymouth (England)|Plymouth]] and [[Exeter]] serve as excellent starting points for exploring [[Dartmoor National Park|Dartmoor]], while also providing opportunities for day trips to nearby national parks and gorgeous lush countryside. Both cities boast a variety of attractions and museums to enjoy. Meanwhile, [[Bristol]], the largest city in the West Country, offers a fantastic weekend getaway. Once overshadowed by other Southern English cities like [[Brighton]], Bristol has carved out its own identity with a unique vibe, a relaxed atmosphere, impressive museums, the region's biggest shopping centre, and a vibrant music scene that showcases its creative spirit. [[File:Deep Blue in Jurassic Coast.jpg|thumb|England is home to stunning coastline, like the [[Jurassic Coast]], a [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Site]] in Dorset and Devon.]] The university cities of [[Oxford]] and [[Cambridge]] are definitely worth exploring. In Oxford, known for its iconic dreaming spires, you can wander through its historic colleges, visit fascinating museums like the Ashmolean and Pitt Rivers, and enjoy a leisurely punt along the scenic rivers. Just a short trip away is [[Woodstock (Oxfordshire)|Blenheim Palace]], the stunning 18th-century birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill, set amidst beautiful gardens. The surrounding countryside offers hills and charming landscapes. Meanwhile, Cambridge attracts visitors with its fresh countryside air, lovely riverside walks, and its own collection of ancient colleges, gardens, shops, and museums. Both cities are also celebrated for being bike-friendly, making them perfect for leisurely exploration. If you appreciate rich academic traditions, impressive libraries, and stunning architecture, these two cities are sure to impress you. If you have a little longer, you may be able to spend a week more locally based, for example staying in Ambleside in the [[Lake District National Park|Lake District]]. If you want white sand beaches, turquoise sea, Arthurian atmosphere and a raw, misty eyed Celtic landscape head to the West Country coastline of Devon, [[Dorset]], and Cornwall - particularly, the magnificent surf blasted beaches of North Devon's Bideford Bay and King Arthur's birthplace in North Cornwall's Atlantic coastline (Bude, Tintagel, Padstow, Polzeath, etc). [[Leeds]], the largest city in Yorkshire, makes a great base for day trips to the [[Yorkshire Dales]], [[North Yorkshire Moors]], [[York]] and [[Whitby]], whilst offering its own selection of attractions such as the Royal Armouries, famed nightlife, theatre and designer shopping in stunning Victorian-era arcades. If you have a little longer, you may be able to spend a week more locally based. The [[East Anglia|Anglia]] region, often referred to as the East, is home to expansive wetlands and rural scenery. Although the landscape is relatively flat, it boasts impressive countryside and coastline, along with numerous nature reserves and charming low-lying areas. Visitors can explore a wealth of historic houses, castles, and museums. The [[Norfolk Broads|Broads National Park]], located in Norfolk and Suffolk, features a network of navigable rivers and lakes, making it a perfect spot for leisurely exploration. Additionally, the region is dotted with delightful villages and historical windmills, adding to its charm.[[File:Friars' Crag Derwentwater Lake District 2022 01.jpg|thumb|[[Cumbria]] is a region known for its breathtaking landscapes and outdoor activities. The county features large lakes, rolling hills, and charming villages.]]The North is rich in history, culture, and stunning landscapes, offering a unique blend of urban and rural experiences. Known for its industrial heritage, the North is home to breathtaking natural beauty, from rugged peaks to the dramatic coastline of [[Northumberland]]. The region is also steeped in tradition, with charming market towns, historic castles, and ancient ruins that tell the story of its past. Whether you're exploring the bustling streets of [[Newcastle upon Tyne|Newcastle]] or enjoying a quiet walk in the countryside, the North of England has something to offer everyone. England, together with the other parts of Britain, was the cradle of the Industrial Revolution in the 18th to 20th centuries. Though many industries were shut down in the late 20th century, there is still much to see of [[Industrial Britain]]; mines, factories, and [[heritage railways]] throughout the country. ===Preservation trusts=== [[File:Mottistone Manor and Garden - geograph.org.uk - 4088071.jpg|thumb|A typical English manor house and garden]] A number of 'umbrella' organisations are devoted to the preservation and public access of both natural and cultural heritage. Membership with them, even on a temporary basis, means priority free access to their properties thereafter—travellers to England seeking to see a large number of sights would do well to join one or more of them: * {{see | name=English Heritage | alt= | url=https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/ | email= | address= | lat=NA | long=NA | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=English Heritage | wikidata=Q936287 | content=English Heritage has an especially wide-ranging remit and manages more than 400 significant buildings and monuments in England. They also maintain a register of thousands of "listed" buildings, those considered of most importance to the historic and cultural heritage of the country. }} * {{see | name=Historic England | alt= | url=https://historicengland.org.uk/ | email= | address= | lat=NA | long=NA | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Historic England | wikidata=Q936287 | content=Manages the National Heritage List for England, which includes over 400,000 listed buildings, monuments, great houses, and other sites. }} * {{see | name=The National Trust | alt=National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty | url=https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ | email= | address= | lat=NA | long=NA | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Trust for Places of Historic Interest or Natural Beauty | wikidata=Q333515 | content=The National Trust manages over 350 properties and over 950sq miles of land. Many of the country's manor houses are under the trust's ownership and management. }} === Museums and heritage sites === [[File:Natural History Museum London Central Hall 2020 02.jpg|thumb|The Natural History Museum in [[London]], dubbed the 'cathedral of nature'.]] 18 of the 35 United Kingdom's [[UNESCO World Heritage Sites]] are in England. Some of the best known of these include [[Stonehenge]], [[London/City of London|Tower of London]], [[Jurassic Coast]], [[London/Westminster|Westminster]], [[Bath|City of Bath,]] [[Saltaire]], [[Ironbridge|Ironbridge Gorge]], [[Durham (England)|Durham Castle and Cathedral]], [[Canterbury (England)|Canterbury Cathedral]], [[Woodstock (Oxfordshire)|Blenheim Palace]], [[London/Richmond-Kew|Royal Botanic Gardens]], [[Stonehenge]], and Studley Royal Park. The northernmost point of the Roman Empire, [[Hadrian's Wall]], is the largest Roman artefact anywhere: it runs a total of 73 miles in northern England. Most museums and cultural interest are free of charge to visit for visitors. Although, some non-state funded museums do charge. The objectives of the policy were simple and clear – to provide universal free admission to the permanent collections of national museums and to broaden the range of visitors. England is covered by a wide network of renowned museums covering every aspect and period in history. From art, industry, technology, sciences to sport. It is estimated that there are over 2,000 museums. You can find listed museums directly on the [https://www.museums.co.uk/ Museums.co.uk] portal. === Festivals === [[File:Swanage Punch & Judy.JPG|thumb|Punch and Judy puppet show, a highlight tradition of the seaside ]] English festivals form a vibrant scene of cultural, historical, and modern celebrations that span the seasons, drawing on centuries-old traditions while embracing modern creativity. In spring, ancient customs come alive with '''May Day festivities''', where villages host '''Morris dancing, maypole ceremonies, and crowning of May Queens''', echoing pagan fertility rituals; the '''Padstow ‘Obby ‘Oss''' festival in Cornwall is a prime example, featuring colourful processions and folk music. Summer bursts with iconic events like '''Glastonbury Festival''', a world-renowned music and arts extravaganza in Somerset that attracts global stars and massive crowds, and the '''Notting Hill Carnival''' in London, Europe’s largest street festival, which pulses with Caribbean culture through vibrant parades, steel bands, and jerk food stalls. Another significant event is '''Reading and Leeds Festivals''', which take place over the August bank holiday weekend. These festivals are known for their focus on rock and alternative music, showcasing both established acts and emerging talent. Historical reenactments also thrive, such as the medieval jousting at the '''Tewkesbury Medieval Festival''' or the '''Viking-themed Jorvik Festiva'''l in York. There are many local village fêtes and country dances in spring and summer. These are outdoor events feature colourful tents, buntings, ribbons, and marquees with various attractions, and serve food such as ale, cake and tea. Music and dancing play a significant role, with traditional bands performing folk tunes and local dancers. There are often baking competitions and a lot of village fun. Culinary enthusiasts flock to food and drink festivals like the '''Ludlow Food Festival''', showcasing the rich selection of English gastronomic delights. '''Cheese-rolling races down hills are a beloved event.''' This annual tradition, which takes place at Cooper's Hill in [[Gloucestershire]], has been celebrated for centuries. [[File:Lewes Guy Fawkes Night Celebrations (6) - geograph.org.uk - 1570225.jpg|thumb|Lewes Guy Fawkes Night Celebrations. The 5th of November is celebrated throughout England; in [[Lewes]], Sussex, they do it in style. ]] Autumn ushers in '''Bonfire Night''' (often known as Guy Fawkes Night) on November 5th, a vibrant celebration that marks the thwarted Gunpowder Plot of 1605. This event is celebrated by dazzling fireworks, roaring bonfires, eating tasty toffee apples, and the symbolic burning of effigies of Guy Fawkes. Unique customs like the '''Tar Barrel Rolling''' in Devon's Ottery St Mary add quirky twists, where locals carry flaming barrels through the streets in a thrilling spectacle. Rural communities also revive age-old traditions such as '''mummer’s plays and wassailing ceremonies''', which serve to bless the orchards and celebrate the harvest. As winter approaches, towns and cities are decorated with bright lights, Christmas trees, and festive ornaments. Many people enjoy visiting '''Christmas markets''', where they can buy handmade gifts, delicious food, and warm drinks like mulled wine and hot chocolate. These markets often have fun activities for children, like riding on merry-go-rounds or meeting Father Christmas. The season is celebrated with festive plays, pantomimes, and carol singing. Folk festivals are vibrant celebrations of the country’s cultural heritage, blending ancient traditions with modern revelry in a tapestry of music, dance, storytelling, and community spirit. Held across the nation, '''from rural villages to bustling towns''', these festivals draw thousands of locals and visitors who come to experience traditional dances and melodies of age-old ballads. Events like the '''Sidmouth Folk Festival''', one of the oldest and most prestigious, showcasing a dizzying array of performers—from seasoned folk legends to emerging artists—while offering workshops in everything from clog dancing to sea shanty singing. The '''Cambridge Folk Festival''', often hailed as a cornerstone of the genre, combines big-name acts with intimate sessions, set against the backdrop of the Cherry Hinton Hall. Other notable gatherings include the '''Whitby Folk Week''', where the seaside town comes alive with concerts, ceilidhs, and impromptu pub sessions. Expect colourful costumes, from the bell-adorned outfits of Morris dancers to the blackened faces of mummers, alongside craft stalls, local ales, and hearty food. [[File:Jack in the Green Festival 2011 - the Jack - geograph.org.uk - 2481429.jpg|thumb|Jack in the Green Festival in [[Hastings (England)|Hastings Old Town]]]] The '''Broadstairs Folk Week''', held annually in the charming seaside town of [[Broadstairs]], Kent, is one of England’s most celebrated folk festivals, marking its 60th anniversary in 2025. Running for a week in August, it transforms the town into a vibrant hub of music, dance, and community spirit, attracting thousands of visitors. Highlights include lively ceilidhs, concert marques, Morris dancing displays, workshops on folk crafts and music, and colourful street processions. Local pubs and clubs buzz with impromptu sessions, while the festival’s family-friendly atmosphere offers children’s activities and storytelling. The '''Jack in the Green Festival''', a vibrant English folk tradition, celebrates May Day with a lively procession led by a figure encased in a conical wicker frame adorned with lush foliage and flowers, symbolizing the spirit of spring. Originating in the 17th century with milkmaids’ floral garlands and later adopted by chimney sweeps, the festival, notably revived in Hastings in 1983, features Morris dancers, drummers, and characters like the Bogies and the May Queen. Held over the first May Bank Holiday weekend (2nd–5th May in [[Hastings (England)|Hastings]]), the event culminates in the symbolic “slaying” of Jack on West Hill to release the spirit of summer, accompanied by music, dance, and communal revelry. '''Beer festivals''' are a vibrant celebration of the nation’s rich brewing heritage, showcasing an array of real ales, craft beers, ciders, and perries. From the iconic '''Great British Beer Festival''' in London, organised by CAMRA, to regional gems like the '''Leeds International Beer Festival''' at Kirkstall Abbey and the '''East Anglian Beer and Cider Festival''' in [[Bury St Edmunds]], these events offer something for every beer enthusiast. Expect diverse brews from independent breweries, street food, live music, and traditional pub games, set against stunning backdrops like historic cathedrals or scenic countryside. Many festivals also highlight local producers and charitable causes. Any city, town or village will have a special regional custom, dress, dance, or festival, so do ensure you do your research online. Check this [https://festivalcalendar.uk/ calendar portal] for upcoming festivals throughout the year. ==== Literature and science festivals ==== England is home to several literary festivals that attract global attention, such as the historic '''Cheltenham Literature Festival''' in October, the '''Oxford Literary Festival''' in March and April, and the '''Bath Children's Literature Festival'''. The '''Bradford Literature Festival''', held in June and July, adds to this vibrant scene, while the '''London Literature Festival''' at the Southbank Centre in autumn covers a wide array of topics. Throughout the year, these events, along with others like the '''North London Book Festival, Off the Shelf Festival''', and '''Ledbury Poetry Festival''', feature a rich mix of author talks, workshops, and panel discussions. Additionally, the '''British Science Festival''', one of Europe's oldest festivals, takes place in September and travels to a different city each year to highlight innovative research. === Observations and holidays === * '''Valentine's Day''' — February 14th, a day dedicated to love and romance, couples exchange cards, flowers, and gifts. Restaurants often offer special menus. * '''Shrove Tuesday''' — also known as Pancake Day, is celebrated on the day before Ash Wednesday, marking the start of Lent. Traditionally, people eat pancakes as a way to use up rich ingredients like eggs, sugar, and lemon before the fasting period begins. Pancake races are common. * '''Good Friday''' — a Christian holiday, falls on the Friday before Easter Sunday and commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. * '''Easter Sunday''' — the day following Easter Sunday, families gather for egg hunts, gifting chocolate eggs, feasts, and special church services. * '''May Day''' — celebrated on the first day of May, marking the arrival of spring and traditionally associated with various festivities. This day often features maypole dancing, crowning of May Queens, flower crown making, and other local customs that celebrate the season's renewal. * '''St. George's Day''' — celebrated annually on April 23rd, which is the traditional feast day of the English patron saint, St. George. Observed by church services, parades, village fairs, ale festivals, pop-up theaters, heritage visits, and musical concerts. Traditional English food is consumed, such as pies and cakes. * [[File:Trooping the Colour 2023 (GovPM 23).jpg|thumb|Trooping the Colour, a major event in the ceremonial calendar ]]'''Trooping the Colour''' — marks the official birthday of the monarch in June. It features a grand parade with soldiers in traditional uniforms, horse-drawn carriages, and a flyover by the Royal Air Force. * '''Halloween''' — celebrated on October 31st, marked by costumes, trick-or-treating, and apple bobbing. * '''Bonfire Night (Guy Fawkes Night)''' — remember, remember the 5th of November! Huge firework displays and bonfires to commemorate the foiling of the Gunpowder Plot. * '''Remembrance Day''' — November 11, solemn occasion to honour those who lost their lives in wars. At 11AM, a moment of silence is observed, and many wear poppies as a symbol of remembrance. * '''Christmas''' — December 25th, festive holiday celebrated with family gatherings, gift exchanges, Father Christmas, and a traditional meal that often includes turkey and Christmas pudding. Many also attend church services to mark the occasion. * '''Boxing Day''' — December 26th, a day for shopping sales and sports events. * '''New Year''' — December 31-January 1, celebrated with parties and fireworks to ring in the new year. === Sports === [[File:London Wembley.jpg | thumb | Wembley Stadium, one of the largest football stadiums in Europe ]] England is widely recognised as the birthplace of '''[[Association football in Europe|football]]''' with the establishment of the Football Association in 1863 marking the beginning of organised play and the formalization of the rules, which is why it's often referred to as "soccer." This led to a split, as around two dozen clubs opted for a different style of play that involved handling the ball, resulting in the creation of Rugby Union. The men's national team competes at Wembley Stadium in North London, while the Premier League features 20 clubs, including well-known teams like Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Liverpool. The men's national team has finished as runners-up in the Euros several times and secured a third-place finish in the [[Wikivoyage:Past events/World Cup 2026|2026 FIFA World Cup]]. Below the Premier League, there are 24 clubs each in the Championship, League One, and League Two, with the semi-professional National League also hosting 24 teams that attract decent crowds, averaging around 2,700—better than Italy's third tier or Portugal's second. The FA Cup invites participation from all affiliated clubs, with about 700 entering each year, while the EFL or League Cup is limited to teams in the top four professional tiers. On the women's side, the national team celebrated victories in the Euros in both 2022 and 2025, and the Women's Super League consists of 14 clubs, with another 14 in WSL2. [[File:England Lions v Sri Lanka at New Road, Worcester - geograph.org.uk - 7851244.jpg | thumb | Worcester County Cricket Ground ]] '''[[Cricket]]''' in England has a rich history and is considered the birthplace of the sport. The game has evolved over centuries, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. Today, it holds a special place in the hearts of many, with iconic venues like Lord's (the home of cricket) and The Oval hosting thrilling matches. The English national team competes in various formats, including Test matches, One Day Internationals, and T20s. Edgbaston Cricket Ground is a well-known venue in Birmingham, famous for hosting cricket matches and events. The ground has seen many memorable games and continues to be a key location for both domestic and international cricket. England's men's cricket team has celebrated multiple World Cup victories over the years. '''[[Rugby football|Rugby]]''' in England has a rich history originating in the early 19th century, it has evolved into two main types: rugby union and rugby league, each with its own set of rules and passionate followings. Major events, like the Six Nations Championship and the Rugby World Cup, showcase the country's talent and enthusiasm, making rugby a significant part of England's cultural fabric. Worth checking out is the Rugby Football Museum in Rugby, the birthplace of the game, where visitors can explore its origins and evolution. Additionally, the Leicester Tigers' museum offers insights into the club's past and achievements. The England men's rugby team has achieved numerous victories and set impressive records over the years, while the England women's rugby team celebrated a significant triumph in 2025 by winning the Women's World Cup. '''[[Tennis]]''' in England has a rich history, being the birthplace of the sport. The game gained popularity in the late 19th century, with Wimbledon, established in 1877, becoming the most prestigious tournament in the world. Today, tennis is enjoyed by many, from casual players to professionals, and the country continues to host major events that attract global attention. '''[[Formula One]]''' also has a rich legacy here, marked by numerous English victories and iconic drivers. The sport has become a significant part of the country's sporting heritage beyond the races, England offers a variety of tourist attractions for F1 fans, including the historic Silverstone Circuit to museums dedicated to motorsport. [[File:Golf course, Alnmouth Village Golf Club - geograph.org.uk - 7364655.jpg|thumb|England is home to many famous and beautiful golf courses, like Alnmouth Village Golf Club in the North East]] England has a rich '''[[Golf|golfing]]''' heritage, marked by numerous successful players and memorable victories. Iconic figures like Nick Faldo and Justin Rose have made their mark on the sport, showcasing their talent on both national and international stages. The country is also home to historic tournaments, such as The Open Championship, which has seen many English golfers triumph over the years.England is home to wealth of impressive sports stadiums and renowned tournaments. Many sports clubs often have associated museums or merchandise shops, with trophies on display. This includes the six-story '''National Football Museum in Manchester''', the historic '''MCC Museum located at Lord’s Cricket Ground in London''', '''World Rugby Museum''' '''in Twickenham,''' and the '''Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum'''. These attractions feature a wide range of interactive exhibits that delve into the nation’s sporting heritage, showcase iconic memorabilia. '''Brooklands Museum''', located in Surrey, is set on the historic grounds of the first-ever purpose-built motor racing circuit. The museum highlights the history of motorsport and aviation. Many of these museums are either part of stadium tours or situated within historic sports venues. === Castles, palaces and great houses === [[File:Bamburgh MMB 55 Bamburgh Castle (edited, cropped).jpg|thumb|Bamburgh Castle is a stunning historic fortress located on the [[Northumberland]] coast ]] England is home to many great castles, full of secrets and scandals. English castles are full of stories. After the Norman Conquest in 1066 various castles were created so law lords could uphold their authority and protect from invasion. Castles worth exploring include '''Windsor Castle''' (the longest and largest occupied castle in the world, still a working palace with over 900 years of royal history, featuring St George’s Chapel and the State Apartments), '''Durham Castle, Dover Castle''' (a major fortress with a long history, featuring secret wartime tunnels), '''Warwick Castle''', '''Leeds Castle''', '''Bamburgh Castle''', '''Alnwick Castle''', '''Hever Castle''', '''Arundel Castle''' and the '''Tower of London.''' There is a long list of castles to explore with impressive grounds and some of the finest medieval archecture in Europe, so do check around. '''Corfe Castle''' in Dorset offers dramatic ruins with stunning views over the Purbeck Hills. The best preserved is sometimes noted to be '''Skipton Castle''' in Yorkshire, a remarkably complete 900-year-old fortress. For popular sites, booking tickets in advance is recommended to avoid queues. [[File:Blickling Hall entrance (3651130547).jpg|thumb|Blickling Hall, a typical English stately home estate]] England boasts a wealth of stunning historic country houses filled with treasures, often referred to as stately homes, manor houses, or simply country houses. Nestled within expansive countryside and picturesque landscapes, these residences vary greatly in style and size, each offering a glimpse into the nation's rich architectural heritage. Also noteworthy to visit are '''Buckingham Palace''' (where you can watch the [[Monarchy of the United Kingdom|Changing of the Guard ceremony]]), '''Hampton Court Palace''', and '''Blenheim Palace'''. [https://www.historichouses.org/ Historic Houses] is the largest non-profit organisation in England, representing over 1,500 independently owned historic homes, castles, and gardens, many of which are still family residences. These properties, often designated as Grade I or II* listed, are valued for their architectural, historical, or cultural importance. Members of the public can visit many of these sites, gaining access to a rich timeline of England's heritage and large art collections. === Nature === England is famous for its bluebell woods and there are plenty of ancient woodlands. For instance, Sherwood Forest is famous for its connection to Robin Hood and offers a rich history. The Forest of Dean which boasts a rich variety of ancient trees, and Epping Forest. [https://www.forestryengland.uk/visit You can easily find a woodland or forest via this portal].[[File:Deer at Knowle Park - geograph.org.uk - 6238675.jpg|thumb|England is home to over 400 deer parks]]Chalk streams are another natural wonder. These streams are rare and are made from clean water that flows over chalk hills. The clear water is full of life, with fish and insects living happily in it. They also offer fun activities like fishing, canoeing, punting, and walking along the riverbanks. Many towns sit near rivers, making them great spots for visitors to explore. There are many nature reserves that protect wildlife and plants. These areas allow people to see different types of nature without disrupting it. Nature reserves are great for birdwatching, walking, and learning. Seals are often seen sunbathing on the rocks or swimming in the water. Many people go on boat trips to spot these friendly creatures in the wild. Some places are known for their seal colonies. In addition to seals, the coastal waters are filled with many other types of sea life. Tourists can spot dolphins, fish, and even some rare birds. Many parks and forests across the country are home to different types of deer. Tourists often visit these areas to see the deer in their natural habitats. There are many deer parks. People love to take pictures of deer, watch them graze, and see their graceful movements. This makes deer-watching a popular activity for nature lovers. Tourists are often taken aback by the sight of wild rabbits, foxes, and deer wandering through urban England. Contrary to popular belief, England has a vibrant wildlife scene and much nature. === Parks and gardens === [[File:Stowe Park, Buckinghamshire (4663886537).jpg|thumb|Stowe Park in [[Buckinghamshire]]]] Despite English cities and towns having a reputation as being industrial, they are surprisingly green. London is 47% green space, spread out amongst some of Europe's most beautiful urban parks. The 'green lungs' of London are the many parks, great and small, scattered throughout the city including '''Hyde Park, St James's Park, Richmond Park, and Regent's Park'''. Many of the Royal Parks can be found near major tourist attractions. London is often recognised as perhaps Europe’s greenest city, with approximately 3,000 parks and green spaces. About 33% of the city is covered by green spaces. Large and well maintained urban parks exist throughout England's cities, including some of the biggest in Europe for their size and features. One of Europe’s largest urban parks, '''Sutton Park in Birmingham''' is a sprawling green space with woodlands, lakes, and free-roaming ponies and deer. It features cycling trails, birdwatching spots, and archaeological sites, making it a key recreational hub. '''Town Moor is a vast open space in Newcastle''', often cited among England’s largest city parks. Used for grazing, events, and recreation, it’s a historic common land with a mix of open fields and paths. '''Phoenix Park in Liverpool''' offers ornamental gardens, a lake, and a café, providing a peaceful retreat for walks and picnics. It’s a significant urban green space in the city. One of Europe’s largest urban parks, '''Roundhay Park in Leeds''' features lakes, tropical gardens, and a historic mansion. It hosts concerts and offers trails for walking and fishing. Besides walking and picnicking, tourists can go '''cycling through countryside trails'''. Many parks offer guided tours, allowing people to learn about plants and animals. [[File:Atlas Fountain Castle Howard (2011.10.18).jpg|thumb|Castle Howard is a good example of a renowned stately home located in [[North Yorkshire]], situated 15 miles northeast of York. Nestled within the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.]] '''Heaton Park in Manchester''' is a 640-acre park includes a stately hall, an animal farm, and a tramway museum. It’s a family-friendly destination with ample space for picnics and sports. '''Ashton Court Estate in Bristo'''l is famous for hosting the '''Bristol International Balloon Fiesta''', this park offers woodland walks, mountain biking trails, and a golf course, blending natural beauty with recreational facilities. '''Cannon Hill Park is a notable urban park in Birmingham''' with a boating lake, mini-golf, and floral displays, ideal for family outings. The art of gardening and visiting gardens are typical English pursuits. The English landscape garden presents an idyllic pastoral landscape, often in the grounds of a lavish country house. It typically include lakes, sweeps of gently rolling lawns set against groves of mature trees, and follies such as classical temples, Gothic ruins or bridges. At the other end of the spectrum, the English cottage garden is an intimate space around a smaller rustic home, with riots of colour spilling out of the flower beds and vegetable patches groaning with produce. The '''[https://www.rhs.org.uk/ Royal Horticultural Society]''' owns gardens in England and has dozens of partners around the country, while the '''[https://ngs.org.uk/ National Garden Scheme]''' organises thousands of open-garden events nationwide to raise money for charity. == Do == * '''Football''' — meaning soccer, is the most popular sport and England is the birthplace of it. The [https://www.premierleague.com/ English Premier League] is one of the most prestigious in Europe, played Sept-April. The [https://www.thefa.com/competitions/thefacup FA Cup] is a simple knock-out contest and chance for unknown teams to shine; it's the oldest football tournament in the world. The women's game is also rapidly developing and in July 2022 England hosted and won the UEFA Women's Euro Finals, and they won again in 2025. Their top club competition is the [https://womenscompetitions.thefa.com/ Women's Super League]. * '''Rugby''' — in England has two distinct codes. Rugby union (15 a side) is more popular in the south and played Sept-April, while rugby league (13 a side) is predominant in the north, and is played Feb-Aug. The RL World Cup Finals were played in England in 2022. * '''Cricket''' — played May-Sept, with the professional game played between counties and cities. Over 5000 amateur teams play on timeless village pitches: ("Oh, good shot Sir!" as the ball disappears into the brambles). In summer England hosts international or "Test" matches, the premier event being "The Ashes" series of five matches against Australia. In winter the England team tour abroad. Lord's Cricket Ground situated in London is referred to as the "Mecca of Cricket<nowiki>''</nowiki>. [[File:Sailing on Dam Flask - geograph.org.uk - 2390201.jpg|thumb|Sailing in [[Yorkshire]]]] *'''Sailing''' — the English are keen sailors and enjoy competitive sailing; founding and winning some of the world's most famous international competitive tournaments across the various race format. The sport is governed by the [https://www.rya.org.uk/ Royal Yachting Association], and there are many locations where sailing is popular. There are also many yacht navigation clubs. *'''Rowing''' — rowing as a sport began in 17th century England, and there are many professional tournaments held throughout the country. Since 1829, an annual rowing race known as the University Boat Race between the Cambridge University Boat Club and the Oxford University Boat Club on the River Thames has taken place. *'''Punting''' — popular pastime for many people across the country, particularly on scenic river routes. You can join a guided punting tour to take in the beautiful views and iconic landmarks of a city or town while relaxing on the water. Canterbury and some other English cities have rare clear chalk streams. *'''Tennis''' — played during the summer, with professional tournaments and tennis courts throughout the country. The main event on the cricket calendar is Wimbledon, the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is widely regarded as the most prestigious. * '''Golf''' — there are over 1,900 golf courses, every town is near one, and the cities may have a dozen around their fringes. Big-name big-money tournaments are often on "links" courses, sandy terrain near the coast, such as Lytham, Southport and Hoylake. [[File:The Grand Theatre Leeds (1).jpg|thumb|England has a world-class theatre scene, with many productions to enjoy all year round.]] *'''Performing arts''' — theatre, dance, music festivals, and concerts are well accommodated. Local authorities and councils have a clear policy on supporting the arts and venues. There is always something going on, because England is home to one of the best theatre, music, and comedy scene in Europe. London's [[London#Theatre|West End]] is home to many world-leading productions of musical theatre. Large outdoor music festivals in the summer and autumn are popular, such as [[Glastonbury]], the largest greenfield festival in the world. There are dozens of huge and small festivals that host dance, comedy, theatre, circus, pantomimes and other forms. * '''Music''' — See [[Music in Britain and Ireland]]. * '''Walking/hiking''' — England is a paradise for walkers and there are many places for [[Walking in the United Kingdom|walking in the country]], which may be called ''hillwalking'' or ''fellwalking'' in some areas. The [[Lake District National Park|Lake District]] and [[Peak District]] are some of the places for more serious walks—see also the itinerary [[Hikes in the Lake District]]. The [[Pennine Way]] (463&nbsp;km), the [[Coast To Coast Walk]] (309&nbsp;km), and the [[South West Coast Path]] (1010&nbsp;km) are the best-known long-distance walks. There are '''public footpaths''' and '''public bridleways''' all over the country. People have the right to walk along these and local councils are obliged to maintain records of the routes and keep access open. Paths are usually signposted where they meet a road, but may not be marked across fields. The paths are shown on the Ordnance Survey Explorer (1:25,000) and Landranger (1:50,000) maps. Enquire locally for details of the best walks, and what kit (boots, waterproofs, etc.) you will need. Unlike Scotland and certain Scandinavian countries, England does not have a general right to roam. However most areas of heathland, upland and forest do have this designation. * '''Beaches''' — since England is an island, you can reach the coast in just a few hours no matter which way you go. The coastline is diverse and striking. The English Riviera boasts a rich maritime history and is filled with charming seaside towns, villages, and beaches. The South West features stunning natural beaches that could compete with those in Australia and California, though they tend to be a lot colder. The North East and Norfolk have vast, unspoiled stretches. [[File:Seaside superstore - geograph.org.uk - 5845703.jpg|thumb|Oh I do like to be beside the seaside...]] * '''Seaside''' — the English love affair with seaside resorts dates back to the Regency era, and there are countless charming towns to discover along the coast. Places like Brighton boast historic Victorian piers complete with amusement arcades, making them perfect summer destinations. Notable spots include the lively sandy beaches of [[Bournemouth]], the eclectic vibe of [[Brighton]], along with Cornwall's [[Newquay]], Yorkshire's [[Scarborough]], and the historic [[Whitby]]. Don’t forget to grab some fish and chips, candyfloss, and ice cream with flakes and buy any fresh local seafood. * '''Cathedrals''' — England boasts a rich heritage of ancient Gothic [[Christianity|cathedrals]]. These magnificent structures reflect the historical significance and cultural identity of the regions they inhabit. From the grandeur of Westminster Abbey to the serene beauty of York Minster, these cathedrals not only serve as places of worship but also as vital landmarks that attract visitors from around the world, offering a glimpse into the nation's storied past. In some, you can climb to the very top for heavenly views or practice the traditional English pastime of ringing church bells. * [[File:Hampton Court Palace, The Great Hall Richmond upon Thames 1193127 20230823 0108.jpg|thumb|The Great Hall at Hampton Court Palace, [[Richmond upon Thames]]]]'''Royal pageantry''' — no one does pomp and ceremony like the English, and they have many royal ceremonies and traditions. For example, the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle is not merely a standard military procedure; it serves as a splendid exhibition of pageantry. Important royal days, like Trooping the Colour, also attract large crowds. This grand event occurs every June, even though the monarch's actual birthday might be on a different day. The ceremony takes place at Horse Guards Parade in London and showcases an impressive display of military precision, pageantry, and tradition. * '''Castles and stately houses''' — if you’ve ever dreamed of living like a knight or a queen, England’s historic castles and grand estates offer a rich experience. With thousands scattered across the country, these magnificent sites boast stunning grounds and hidden treasures, including extensive art collections that are sure to impress. * '''Gardens''' — the English have a strong love for gardens, evident in the many estates and land across the country that feature large landscape gardens, from carefully crafted designs to charming cottage gardens. These estates often display a rich variety of plants, with colourful flowers and lush greenery that transform with the seasons, creating inviting spaces for visitors to wander. Beyond their beauty, many gardens embody centuries of gardening tradition and creativity, sometimes including historical elements like ancient trees, ruins or decorative ponds. Whether it’s the expansive grounds of a grand home or the tidy gardens of a rural cottage, the passion for the outdoors is strong here. == Eat == [[File:A roast lamb dinner at Black Horse Inn, Nuthurst, West Sussex England.jpg|thumb|Sunday roast, perhaps the national dish of England, served with Yorkshire pudding, gravy and vegetables]] England has traditional dishes famous the world over from '''Beef Wellington''' and '''fish and chips''' to the humble '''sandwich'''. However, a modern English meal is just as likely to be lasagne or chicken tikka masala, with these international meals taking on a decidedly English flavour. The English are great adopters of other countries' food, and you will find a wide selection of restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world wherever you go. For many years, England has been known for having terrible food, which can be traced back to the hardships during and right after World War II. However, England's food scene has been revitalised and the bad food reputation has faded away. The quality of London's restaurants has made the city a leading centre of international cuisine. England also has a range of high-quality grown produce, and its dairy products are considered top quality, from cheese to milk. The English traditionally have had a sweet tooth, with a rich selection of English desserts and puddings. Nowadays, you can generally expect pubs and restaurants to provide good quality meals. It is nonetheless advisable to 'do your research' before going out, visit establishments in person, and check out online reviews. If in doubt, ask the locals where's best to eat. [[File:Classic cream tea - Nymans Garden Riding House.jpg|thumb|A classic English cream tea with scones, clotted cream, jam, and milk]] A historic sausage eating country, most butchers, farm shops, and larger supermarkets will stock at least a dozen types of English sausages: not only Cumberland and Lincolnshire but often varieties such as pork and apple, pork and herb; beef and stilton; pork and mozzarella, and others. There are estimated to be around 400 sausage varieties. Elsewhere, meat pies are popular. The English tradition of meat pies dates back to the Middle Ages. Traditional fillings for hot pies include chicken and mushroom, steak and ale, minced beef and onion, lamb, mixed game or meat and potato. More exotic fillings, such as balti curry, are now available. English jams, honey, clotted cream, and scones are beloved staples that are closely tied to the country's rich tradition of tea brewing. A meal out is the usual way to celebrate a special family or social event, and people expect the meal to live up to the occasion. Cooking programmes are now among the most popular on the television, supermarkets have turned many previously unknown foods into everyday items, and farm shops and farmers' markets have surprised all the commentators by becoming extremely popular weekend "leisure" destinations where people can buy excellent local meat, fruit, vegetables, cheeses, breads, wines, and other delicacies. ===What to try=== Here are some traditional meals which are usually referred to as "national dishes" and which you can reasonably expect to find anywhere in England. *'''Fish and chips''' — deep-fried, battered cod, haddock or another white fish with chips. This is best bought from specialist fish and chip shops, known colloquially as "chippies", "fisheries" or "frieries" in different parts of England, where it is usually better than the fish and chips on a general restaurant or pub menu. Available throughout the country, but best eaten out of paper while overlooking the waves on a beach or at the seaside. The default fish is typically cod in the South, haddock in much of the North, and sometimes rockfish in Essex, but better quality chippies will usually offer a choice. Many pair it with tartar or curry sauce. In the north of England, gravy is extremely popular. Chips and gravy is sometimes referred to as their region wide choice often loaded with cheese and served with mushy peas and scraps on the side. In the south gravy on chips is not as popular but still sold. Sometimes in some southern chip shops mostly in London, gravy isn't even served. *'''Full English breakfast''' — at its fullest, it might consist of fried bacon, fried eggs (the two basic elements essential to any "fry up"), fried sausages, fried bread, fried black pudding, fried bubble and squeak, hash browns, mushrooms, scrambled eggs, baked beans in tomato sauce, and toast and butter - washed down by a large amount of hot strong tea or coffee with milk. Hotels often include a full buffet of these items from which you can help yourself. The English now perceive the breakfast to be a weekend or holiday treat, or as a suitable meal to consume when hungover after a night of drinking. Any inexpensive "greasy spoon" café will have "all-day breakfast" on the menu, as do many more upmarket establishments. Vegetarian ones are now common.[[File:Platinum Jubilee Puddings 07.jpg|thumb|Trifles]] *'''English desserts''' — sweet treats that many people enjoy to end meals. Some popular ones include sticky toffee pudding, which is a soft cake made with dates and covered in a rich sauce. Another favourite is Eton mess, a mix of strawberries, whipped cream, and crushed meringue. Bakewell tart is also well-liked, with its almond filling and jam on a pastry base. English trifle is a layered dessert made with sponge cake, fruit, custard, and cream. Apple pie is a delicious dessert that was first made in England. It is made with fresh apples, sugar, and spices like cinnamon, all baked inside a golden, flaky crust. When you serve apple pie, it is nice to enjoy it warm. Many people like to add a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of cream on top for extra sweetness. *'''Lancashire hotpot''' — a hearty vegetable and lamb stew from Lancashire made with layers of meat, usually lamb or beef, and vegetables like onions and carrots. The top layer is covered with thinly sliced potatoes, which become crispy when cooked. The dish is cooked slowly in a pot, allowing for it all to mix together. People often enjoy it with pickled red cabbage or bread. *'''Roast dinner''' or '''"Sunday roast"''' &mdash; traditionally consumed is considered by many the archetypal English meal. The dish consists of a roasted meat (usually chicken, turkey, beef, pork or lamb), served with roast potatoes, and between two and six other roasted, boiled, steamed or braised vegetables. This meal is inevitably more popular in the colder half of the year, and the exact components often depend on the season (turkey and less frequently the more historical goose are the traditional meats consumed around Christmas, while lamb is most popular in the spring, and each vegetable has its particular season). The roast is available on Sundays between lunchtime and early evening in virtually any English pub serving food. *'''Sausages and mash''', often called '''bangers and mash''' — hot sausages and creamy mashed potato, often served with vegetables and a slightly sweet onion gravy. There are many kinds of sausage available in England, from the peppery, spiral-shaped Cumberland, and fat, sagy Gloucester to the short, herby Lincolnshire, via beef and lamb varieties and pork mixed with almost anything you can think of (apples, leek, chives, chillies, paprika, nutmeg, ginger, Stilton cheese, breadcrumbs, ale, cider, chocolate, stinging nettles...), not forgetting the humble plain pork "banger" which is most common. The English take their sausages very seriously, maybe even more so than the Germans, and there are numerous national and regional contests where butchers and enthusiasts alike can enter to battle for the prestigious title of 'champion sausage' in various categories.[[File:PORK PIES.jpg|thumb|Pork pies ]] *'''Savoury pies''' — meat and/or vegetables usually in a sauce or gravy served in a pastry case. Among the most popular varieties are steak and ale, steak and kidney, chicken and mushroom and meat and potato. Slightly different, but similar, is the '''Cornish pasty''' &mdash; beef and vegetables in a pastry case. *'''Toad in the hole''' — a traditional dish consisting of sausages in Yorkshire pudding batter, usually served with onion gravy and vegetables. *'''Yorkshire pudding''' — a batter pudding served with a roast (usually beef); that was used instead of a plate and eaten with the meal. In Yorkshire and neighbouring parts of northern England, giant versions often appear on pub menus as a main meal item, with a filling, e.g. ''Giant Yorkshire Pudding filled with beef stew''. *'''Ploughman's lunch''' — a cold meal based around bread (crusty bread, baguette, or farmhouse loaf), cheese, and onions, usually accompanied by butter, chutney, pickles, and mustard. Additional items such as ham, green salad, hard boiled eggs, pork pies, Scotch eggs and apple can be added. As its name suggests, it is most commonly eaten at lunchtime, is particularly associated with pubs, and often accompanied with beer or cider. There are many other regional dishes and foods which are covered in the relevant region articles. === Cheese === England has a long history of cheesemaking and is a great cheese producer. There are over 700 varieties of cheese produced in England. For a complete list of English cheeses and where they're made, check out this [https://www.tasteatlas.com/united-kingdom/cheese portal]. Most traditional English cheeses are made with cow's milk, but the foodie revolution that has developed in England since the 1990s has increased the popularity of buffalo and goat's cheeses. Everyone is aware of the cheddar you can buy from the supermarket almost anywhere in the world, but this is nothing like the real thing named after the village of Cheddar in Somerset. There are many excellent small cheese shops in South West England where you can purchase the biting taste of a real mature cheddar, and one of the dozens of other varieties made in the region. Somerset is also famous for its brie, which at least in some circles is counted on a par with the French original. Further west, Cornish yarg is wrapped in nettles to mature; the result is soft and creamy on the outside, and crumbly in the middle.[[File:Stichelton.jpg|thumb|Stichelton cheese is celebrated through the cheesemaking industry as one of the great British cheeses.]] Do not miss the chance to try stilton, the so-called "king of English cheeses", which has a slightly sharp taste. Although named after a town in Cambridgeshire, it actually originates from Leicestershire; the town of Melton Mowbray is a good place to shop. Staying in the East Midlands, for a cheese of a different colour look out for sage Derby. The titular herb results in veins of green marbling and a very attractive, if unusual-looking, cheese. Head to the Yorkshire Dales for Wallace and Gromit's favourite snack, Wensleydale, which comes in several varieties. The original version is very pale, and can be made to contain cranberries or apricots. There are also mature, extra mature, oak-smoked and blue varieties. Every English county has at least one local cheese, but some are much easier to locate than others. Whereas those mentioned above, plus double Gloucester, red Leicester, Cheshire and some others are readily available nationwide, many cheeses are sold only by specialist merchants in the areas they are made. Good places to look are delicatessens, farm shops and street markets. Cheese-lovers visiting London should check out Neal's Yard Dairy, who sell a huge variety of English farm cheeses from their shop in Covent Garden. For dishes, a ploughman's lunch at a country pub with cheese, pickles and crusty bread is part of tasting rural English culture, and has been enjoyed since at least the 13th century. This is of course best consumed with a pint of the local tipple, usually cider and beer. A cheese board of different varieties of cheese served with crackers (biscuits made to accompany cheese) and grapes is also great as a snack, or as a course of a meal. You can expect at least two English cheeses, and at least one foreign cheese, most likely French. Mac and cheese may have taken on decidedly American connotations, but the dish started life in England, and is still enjoyed today as macaroni cheese. Another common dish is cauliflower cheese, which is exactly what it sounds like. Visitors to the North East ought to look out for pan haggerty, a warming meal with a base of melted cheese, potatoes and onions which can contain almost any other ingredient from the soil or the sea. ===Where to eat=== Pubs are a good place to get reasonably priced food, though most stop serving food at around 9PM. Others may stop serving food between lunch and dinner. Pub food has become sophisticated, and as well as serving the more traditional hearty English fare, more exotic dishes are now prepared in the majority of the larger pubs and specialist "gastropubs". English food has undergone a revolution with many larger cities having award-winning restaurants run by the many famous TV chefs who have now become part of the English obsession with food. Great Britain overall has 334 Michelin-starred restaurants (the 7th in the world) with London alone home to 71. [[File:The George Inn - geograph.org.uk - 4585132.jpg|thumb|You may wish to sample some traditional English cuisine at charming historical pubs and inns.]] Eating out at a high-quality restaurant can be an expensive experience: at the very top end (Michelin-star level) expect to pay £100 (at least) per head including wine. A decent three-course meal out at a respectable restaurant will normally cost around £30–£40 per head including wine. It is possible to dine for cheaper than this, but the quality usually drops when the bill is below £20–25 per head. If good-quality and cheaply priced food is more your choice, try one of the many ethnic restaurants such as Chinese, Asian or Mexican. Eating a curry or balti in an Indian restaurant is tantamount to an English obsession. These restaurants are found everywhere—even the larger villages have them—and usually the food is of good quality and they will cater for most tastes. [[File:Cakes for sale in Trading Post Coffee Roasters, Worthing 2026-01-10.jpg|thumb|You can find English cakes at cafes and bakeries.]] A good curry with side dishes can be had for around £10–15 per head, and some without liquor licences allow you to bring your own alcoholic beverages in. In the towns and cities these restaurants are usually open late (especially on a Friday and Saturday night) to cater for people eating after the pubs have closed. It is at this time that they can get very busy and lively, so if you want to avoid the crowds then visit the restaurants before the local pubs shut. Unlike many other European countries, vegetarian (and increasingly vegan) food is widely available and appreciated in pubs and restaurants, with several dishes usually appearing on the menu alongside the more normal meat and fish options. However, vegetarians may still find the variety of dishes rather limited – particularly in pubs, where certain dishes such as "veggie" lasagne or mushroom stroganoff feature all too regularly. All restaurants and establishments serving food receive regular hygiene inspections from the [https://www.food.gov.uk/ Food Standards Agency] (a government body) and are required by law to display their hygiene rating clearly. Any inspection report can be found on a [https://ratings.food.gov.uk/ government portal], either by searching the establishment name or looking at a range of places to eat in a specific area. Tipping is generally expected in expensive restaurants mostly in London unless a service charge has been added to the bill, with a tip of around 10% considered to be the norm. Tipping elsewhere is non-existent. ==Drink== === Places === [[File:The_Greyhound_Pub_Milton_Malsor_UK.JPG|thumb|A traditional English pub on a quiet afternoon]]The quintessential drinking spot in England is the pub, short for "public house<nowiki>''</nowiki>. Often named after local landmarks or historical events, these establishments typically display a heraldic symbol on their signage. Some modern pubs humorously twist this tradition, like "The Queen's Head," which features a portrait of Freddie Mercury, the iconic lead singer of Queen. With an abundance of pubs scattered throughout cities, you're rarely more than a five-minute stroll from one. Pubs come in various styles, from traditional locals that foster a sense of community to more modern venues. It's common to see families spanning three generations enjoying time together in these neighbourhood spots, which often exude a welcoming atmosphere. As the pub scene evolves, many establishments are becoming more specialised. [[File:King Charles II Pub sign - geograph.org.uk - 4807564.jpg|alt=|thumb|A pub sign ]] In urban centres, larger chains have taken over some pubs, while independent ones have transformed into wine or cocktail bars, reflecting a shift towards healthier options. A number of pubs take pride in serving 'real ales,' crafted using traditional English brewing methods, making them a must-visit for beer enthusiasts. Additionally, both rural and urban pubs are increasingly focusing on quality food. While most serve meals, 'gastropubs' stand out for their well-prepared dishes that blend traditional English cuisine with international flavours, though the prices can be on the higher side. Pubs come with their own set of unwritten rules. Typically, you order at the bar, and it's common to chat with others nearby, whether they're standing or sitting. If someone treats you to a drink, be prepared to return the favour later by buying a round for your group. If you're in a hurry or short on cash, it's best to politely decline any offers. While traditional licencing laws once limited pub hours, changes in 2005 have allowed for more flexible opening times. However, most classic pubs still close around 11PM, while trendier spots might stay open until 1AM, bridging the gap between a pub and a nightclub. In many cities, especially on weekends, some pubs and bars can remain open until the early hours of the morning, particularly during holidays like New Year's Eve. The atmosphere can vary widely, from cosy local pubs to large chain establishments like Wetherspoons. And if you’re not drinking alcohol, don’t worry—there are always non-alcoholic options available, and many places are pet-friendly too. ===Alcoholic drinks=== [[File:English-wines-GB.jpg|thumb|English [[Wine|sparkling wines]] produced from wine yards in English countryside have soared in production]] England boasts a wide range of alcoholic beverages, with the legal age to purchase set at 18. While it's uncommon, individuals who look under 25 may be asked to show identification, such as a photo ID. The drinking scene includes not only wines and spirits—some of which are locally produced, like the increasingly popular English sparkling wines and whisky—but also a large variety of English beers and ciders available in every pub. With a rich brewing history, England has had vibrant beer culture for thousands of years that continues to thrive today; the main types of beer you will come across are '''bitter''', '''stout''', '''porter''', '''India pale ale''' (English styled and more malt forward), '''mild''', and '''lager'''. '''Real ale''' is not a separate classification, it refers to beer made and served by traditional methods. English beer offers a diverse range of flavour, and its ales are considered by many the best in the world, often characterised by a balance of malt sweetness and hop bitterness. Many English beers have a rich, earthy quality, with notes of caramel and toffee. '''Ale''' is not simply another word for "bitter" or "beer". It is used to describe any beer other than lager (i.e. it is a beer brewed at cellar temperatures using floating yeast, i.e. bitters, milds and stouts). However, these days "ale" is often used a little self-consciously, usually either as a "matey" word for any type of beer ("Anyone fancy a few ales?") or in a consciously "traditional" way ("Try a pint of good old English ale"). To ask for "A pint of ale, please." would sound like a line from a period film. However "real ale" is an accepted term, so to ask "What real ales do you have on?" would be quite normal. [[File:English real ale handpumps.jpg|thumb|Real ale handpumps are a stable of English pubs]] The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has been highly successful in advocating for traditional '''Real Ale beer'''. Its main goal is to prevent mass-produced beers from completely overshadowing those made using traditional brewing methods. CAMRA introduced the term "Real Ale" to describe the type of beer they support. Real Ale is defined by several key characteristics: it must continue to mature after leaving the brewery, meaning it cannot be pasteurized or filtered to remove living yeast; it should be stored and served without added gas, such as carbon dioxide or nitrogen; and it must be served at the proper temperature. Contrary to popular belief, traditional ales are not served warm but at the temperature of a cool cellar, ideally between 8–12°C. Most Real Ales are drawn from distinctive handpumps, requiring the server to pull a pint with visible effort. [[File:English best bitter.jpg|thumb|A pint of bitter]] '''Bitter''' is the most common example of the English type of ale and is considered a national drink. They are typically darker than lagers—they are called bitter because they have more hops than "mild" ale. Most are "real ales": they are not matured in the barrel; they are often called "smooth" or "cream" (which means that they are infused with nitrogen to give a small-bubbled head) and are often served very cold from a small tap on a tall, illuminated stand. Tastes like a balanced mix of crisp, earthy, or floral hops and toasted malt, featuring rich notes of caramel, toffee and nuttiness. It offers a sharp, dry sensation on the palate, finishing with a lingering, pleasant bitterness. '''Mild''' is a dark ale known for its smooth, malty sweetness, often featuring strong notes of caramel, toffee, and chocolate. Unlike more intense ales, milds usually have a lower hop bitterness, which lets the malt flavours really stand out. '''Stout''', on the other hand, is a dark, heavy beer that’s typically quite bitter, recognised as a full-bodied ale with creamy, roasted, or chocolatey undertones, and it has its roots in 18th-century London. This beer is seeing a surge in popularity in the 2020s. Initially named Porter, Arthur Guinness from Dublin thought he could improve on it and created Guinness, branding it as a Stout Porter. Even though this style originated in England and is now owned by a British company, Guinness is a globally recognised brand that you can find almost everywhere in England, often served in both "normal" and "extra cold" options. '''Imperial''' '''stout''' was first developed and mass-produced in England, reaching as far as Russia. Imperial is significantly stronger. '''Porter''' is a dark, top-fermented brew with a rich, complex flavour profile characterised by roasted malts, often tasting of dark chocolate, coffee, caramel, and toffee. It tends to be smooth, medium-bodied, and less bitter than stout, frequently providing a slightly sweet, toasted maltiness with a creamy mouthfeel. [[File:A pint of Unity Stout.jpg|thumb|301x301px|A pint of stout]] At a pub or at a beer festival, there will be more local brands (and "guests" from some distance away) and a wider range of bitters, and even a good choice of other types. '''Expect to see summer ales, winter ales, exotic beers (containing ingredients such as heather, honey or ginger), light milds, dark milds, stouts and, increasingly, porters (like a stronger dark mild, or a lighter, sweeter stout)'''. These will be served from a long row of handpumps or (even more traditionally) straight from barrels sitting on the bar or (especially at beer festivals) in racks. There will also be a wide range of "bottle-conditioned" beers ("real ale in a bottle") usually either versions of English bitters, often called "pale ales". There will also be several ciders and perries. '''English craft beers''' feature a variety of unique styles, each with its own distinct flavours and brewing techniques, mixing traditional styles like cask-conditioned bitter, mild, and stout with low-ABV "session" beers, rich porters, and vibrant IPAs, often featuring both traditional English hops and New World varieties. These beers often reflect local ingredients and traditional methods, showcasing the creativity of brewers across the country and at a regional level. Many craft breweries experiment with seasonal and specialty brews, adding to the diversity of options available. Whether you prefer a crisp pale ale or a complex rich stouts, the world of English craft beer offers something for every palate. A pub often features a few craft guest beers. Do try any local and regional ales before anything. '''Lager''' is mainly the pilsner variety: light, bubbly, and chilled. Due to its popularity among younger crowds, there are a few mass-market national brands that are brewed (and heavily promoted with ads that scream 'having fun') which might let down anyone seeking more than just cold, fizzy alcohol. Some national and regional brands are significantly better, often stronger, and can be found in both bottles and on tap. Recently, there's been a surge in craft lagers that are considered superior to the mass-produced options. Beer purists often look down their noses at lagers, favouring darker, heavier beers. [[File:English farmhouse cider.jpg|thumb|Farmhouse cider ]] '''Cider''' is a strong alcoholic drink made from apples, and it is a significant part of England's history. People have been making and drinking it in England since Roman times, and there are thousands of English cider producers today. Most of these producers are found in the West Country and West Midlands, especially in [[Herefordshire]], [[Somerset (England)|Somerset]], [[Gloucestershire]], and [[Worcestershire]]. Kent, Suffolk, and [[Norfolk (England)|Norfolk]] also have notable cider production. The West Country is famous for traditional, cloudy, and still cider called "scrumpy." Other regions tend to make clearer, fizzy cider. Commercial ciders, which are readily available in pubs, are usually clear, fizzy, cold, and quite strong. They are often sweet, which can mask their high alcohol content for new drinkers. Pubs that serve "real ale" typically offer at least one unpressurized cider, often from a barrel on the bar. This cider is usually still, not very sweet, and strong, with an average of 7% alcohol. The most traditional cider is scrumpy, which is typically very strong, very cloudy, and can be quite sour. While some commercial ciders use the name "scrumpy," they differ from the traditional farmhouse scrumpy bought directly from a farm. '''Perry''' is similar to cider but made from pears (is sometimes called ''pear cider''). Historically, Napoleon Bonaparte referred to it as the "English Champagne." While farmhouse perry has traditionally been hard to find outside the West Country, access is improving, and you can usually find some at beer festivals. Perry has seen a popularity, as craft beverage enthusiasts seek out unique and artisanal options. Many small producers are experimenting with different pear varieties and fermentation techniques, leading to a diverse range of styles. Some perries are aged in oak barrels, adding complexity and depth, while others are made to be enjoyed young and fresh. [[File:SWS King Of Soho Gin KingInTheGreen3.jpg|thumb|Gin is the quintessential English drink]] '''English gin''' has evolved from the low-quality spirit of the 18th-century "Gin Craze" to the refined "London Dry" style known today, produced by redistilling a neutral spirit with botanicals. London Dry is characterised by its dry flavor, while Plymouth Gin is sweeter and Old Tom Gin is even sweeter and used in classic cocktails. Navy Strength gin has a higher alcohol content. The gin market, boasting over 1,700 brands, is undergoing a revival with many distilleries offering exclusive bottles and historical sites selling handcrafted varieties. '''English whisky''' has seen a resurgence since the early 2000s, with increased production and a variety of styles due to distilleries adopting both traditional and innovative techniques. Key brands like Cotswolds Distillery and Adnams have received international accolades, contributing to the industry's recognition. English whisky generally tastes light, fruity, and creamy, often featuring prominent notes of vanilla, orchard fruits (apple, pear), oaks, and buttery roasted malt. Because English distilleries have fewer traditional restrictions than Scotland, they often experiment with casks, resulting in varied styles ranging from delicate, grassy single malts to rich, nutty, and peated expressions. As of April 2025, there are 61 whisky distilleries in England listed on the [https://www.cooperkingdistillery.co.uk/blog/the-english-whisky-map English Whisky Map] , though the total number of spirit producers is likely higher, with many offering tours and sales on-site. === Non-alcoholic drinks === [[File:Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms York England Britain UK United Kingdom (40489529524).jpg|thumb|English tea served at Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms in [[York]]]]The English drink a lot of '''tea''', mostly black tea over green. It's typically enjoyed with milk and sometimes sugar, and in cafés and restaurants, you'll often find milk and sugar served on the side for personal preference. At home, guests may be asked if they want milk or sugar before the tea is brewed. In regions like Cornwall, Devon, and Dorset, there's a delightful tradition known as 'cream tea.' This isn't about adding cream to the tea; instead, it features tea served with milk and sugar alongside scones, jam, and clotted cream. Popular brands like PG Tips and Tetley are household names, and tea is commonly consumed at home, work, or during breakfast in budget-friendly eateries. You can also enjoy it during afternoon tea at tea rooms or even in pubs and bars. '''Coffee''' has undergone a massive transformation – evolving from a functional caffeine fix to a sophisticated cultural staple that rivals the traditional "cuppa" tea. English coffee culture has been significantly shaped by the "Third Wave" movement, which emphasises premium beans, ethical sourcing, and the skill of the barista. The high street is a blend of well-known chains like Costa Coffee, Starbucks, and Caffè Nero, which offer reliability and consistency at every turn, with Costa being the UK's own coffee giant. Alongside these powerhouses, you'll find charming independent shops that specialise in single-origin beans and expert brewing techniques. '''There are some excellent soft drinks to enjoy'''. Classic lemonade stands out with its refreshing tartness, making it ideal for warm, sunny days. The predominant form of lemonade is a clear, lemon-flavoured carbonated beverage. Traditional ginger beer is another favourite, celebrated for its spicy flavour and fizz, whether sipped alone or used in cocktails. Additionally, fruit-flavoured sodas, such as the well-loved Dandelion and Burdock, are also widely enjoyed. Vimto has been a favourite since its launch in 1908, thanks to its distinctive mix of fruits, herbs, and spices that create a sweet and slightly tangy taste. Another popular choice is Lucozade, a sports drink that has gained a strong following as a refreshing soft drink. '''The English do enjoy squash drinks''', crafted from a variety of fruits. Typically, you dilute one part squash with water (still or sparkling) for a refreshing drink. Popular flavours include orange, blackcurrant, and apple. Popular brands include Robinsons, Ribena, Vimto, and various supermarket own-label options. These drinks come in several varieties, such as "Double Strength," which requires less liquid, as well as No Added Sugar and high-juice versions. Enjoyed over ice during the summer, they can also be combined with sparkling water for a refreshing fizzy taste. ==Sleep== England provides a variety of accommodation options typical of Western countries. [[File:St Ermin's Hotel, London.jpg|thumb|St Ermin's Hotel in [[London]]]] '''Bed and Breakfasts (B&Bs)''' can range from cozy rooms in private homes to expansive historical properties with numerous guest rooms. '''Hotels''' are plentiful in urban areas, near motorways, and in charming country house settings, or grand luxurious stately properties, with budget-friendly chains like Travelodge and Premier Inn offering clean and comfortable stays. '''Hostels''' which may require membership, typically feature dormitory-style rooms and sometimes include a basic breakfast; however, they tend to fill up quickly during the summer months, so it's wise to book in advance. Large chains include large chains like Travel Inn and Travelodge. '''Camping enthusiasts''' will find a network of campsites in rural areas that accommodate tents, caravans, or motorhomes, though options near cities and major attractions are limited. '''Glamping''' offers outdoor adventure combined with luxury accommodation, allowing travelers to enjoy nature without sacrificing comfort. This trend has gained popularity as it combines the experience of camping with the amenities of a hotel, featuring stylish tents, yurts, or treehouses equipped with comfortable beds, electricity, and sometimes even en-suite bathrooms. Perfect escape for those looking to unwind while still enjoying the great outdoors. The [https://www.visitengland.com/visitengland-quality-schemes VisitEngland hotel rating scheme] is designed to help travelers assess the quality of accommodations across the country. Hotels are evaluated based on various criteria, including cleanliness, facilities, character, and service, and are awarded star ratings from one to five. Hotels and B&Bs will display their rating online and on site. The [https://www.aahospitalityservices.co.uk/aa-quality-standards/hotels/ AA Star Hotel Rating System] is another scheme, and hotels are often listed and inspected. It has been possible to get accommodation in some '''universities and colleges''' out of term time for a while. However, [http://www.universityrooms.co.uk University Rooms] is a bit better than most previous sites, in that it provides good information and tips about the places it covers, which include Oxford and Cambridge. It does not cover all the places where accommodation is available. While the rooms are generally comfortable and clean, rooms at the lower end of the price scale may be small and usually come without air conditioning, cable TV, coffee machines, and other amenities. In very inexpensive accommodation, for example in dormitory-style hostels, towels and soap may not be provided. Most hotels that provide breakfast will offer a choice between a full English or continental style breakfast. The continental normally consists of bread rolls, croissant, cereal, fruits, pain au chocolat and cold meats such as ham and salami. Beverages such as fresh fruit juice, tea, coffee and hot chocolate are served too. ==Buy== === Currency === [[File:British Currency - United Kingdom Money - GBP Pounds.jpg|thumb|Pound notes]] The currency used in England is the '''Pound Sterling (GBP)''', which holds the title of the oldest currency still in circulation. While Bank of England notes are widely accepted throughout the UK, you might encounter some resistance when trying to use Northern Irish or Scottish notes in England, as shop staff may not be familiar with them. The standard VAT (Value Added Tax) rate is 20%, but certain items, like most food and books, are taxed at reduced rates of 5% or even 0%. When shopping, the VAT is already included in the displayed price, so you won’t face any surprises at checkout, unlike in the United States. However, for industrial goods, VAT is listed separately, but tourists are unlikely to deal with this. Credit cards are commonly accepted in shops and restaurants, with Visa and Mastercard being the most popular. While American Express is accepted in fewer places, most restaurants will take it. Chip and PIN cards are now the standard, and although merchants are generally required to accept cards with a swipe and signature, it's smart to carry some cash just in case. Keep in mind that some places may impose credit card surcharges, meaning they might only accept card payments for purchases over £5 or £10. === What to buy === Shopping in England can be on the expensive side, yet it remains a top destination for shoppers thanks to its diverse selection and high-quality products, influenced by where and what you choose to buy. Fierce competition among retailers has led to lower prices, particularly in food, clothing, and electronics. When you're in England, '''consider visiting a local gift shop for unique souvenirs like handmade crafts or pottery that showcase the area's culture'''. This could also include products featuring iconic symbols such as red telephone boxes, double-decker buses, royal guard figures, or landmarks like Big Ben and Stonehenge. Vintage-style postcards are also popular. Fashion enthusiasts will appreciate the chance to shop at famous brands like Burberry and Barbour, where you can find elegant clothing and accessories, such as a classic trench coat or a warm wool scarf, that serve as stylish reminders of your journey. [[File:Cambridge, Samuel Smiley Gift Shop 68 to 69, Trumpington Street - geograph.org.uk - 7532834.jpg|thumb|A gift shop in Cambridge. You can find gift shops selling souvenirs in any major tourist destination.]]'''No visit to England is complete without sampling local treats'''. From traditional English tea, sweets, jam, and marmalade to biscuits, these edible souvenirs let you savour the flavours of the country long after you leave. One common choice to take home is a classic English tea set. You might also want to take home some artisanal chocolates or cheeses that highlight England's culinary artistry. English beer is among the best in the world, with a variety of ales and stouts that reflect the country’s rich brewing tradition. Additionally, you might want to take home some English cider or gin. England's wine industry is less renowned, but local wines, particularly those from Sussex and Kent, have gained recognition in the 2020s. Most heritage sites will have some form of gift shop, so do check out those for a wide variety of items to buy. '''Umbrellas are a must-have for England's unpredictable weather'''. Items made by local artisans is another choice. Unique pieces may include pottery, jewellery, or textiles. Some towns are famous for their craft markets, where visitors can find lovely, one-of-a-kind items. '''Books set in England or about its history are fantastic gifts for those who love literature'''. England has produced many famous authors, and the literary heritage is strong. Consider picking up a classic novel, a book of poetry, or even a historical account. === Where to buy === Many towns and cities across England feature market halls, shopping arcades, and bustling high streets that act as lively centres for commerce, dining, and community interaction. These areas often combine traditional market stalls with modern food courts, showcasing a mix of local produce, handmade crafts, and international cuisines. [[File:Numbers 129 to 140 High Street, Winchester - geograph.org.uk - 870679.jpg|thumb|A high street in [[Winchester (England)|Winchester]]]]England boasts a vibrant scene of independent shops and small businesses. The country It's always a good idea to explore different retail outlets, as you might stumble upon some great deals. To save money, you may want to steer clear of tourist hotspots and focus on high street stores or the numerous out-of-town retail parks, where you'll find significantly lower prices. The retail landscape is highly competitive, ensuring that bargains are available throughout the year. In the electronics market, for instance, it's increasingly common to negotiate for a better price at the point of sale. When shopping, especially if you're coming from the US, be aware that duties and taxes might apply, which could diminish the appeal of certain deals, so choose your purchases carefully. Plastic bags are charged at a minimum of 5p in all major retail chains, and shopping on Sundays can be tricky since many stores have limited hours due to legal restrictions—typically a maximum of six hours in England. However, in cities like London, if you enter a store before closing time, you may still be able to complete your purchase afterward. Smaller convenience stores, like Tesco Express or Sainsbury's Local, usually stay open later on Sundays. Additionally, supermarkets in England are legally required to close on Easter Sunday and Christmas Day, but they offer a wide variety of products, including both local and international foods. Major supermarket chains like Tesco, Booths, Waitrose, Aldi, Asda, Morrisons, Lidl, Marks & Spencer, and Sainsbury's are open most days, with some even operating 24 hours, except on Sundays. Keep in mind that many stores close on public holidays like Easter Sunday, New Year's Day, and Christmas Day, and may have reduced hours on other holidays. ==Learn== [[File:1 christ church hall 2012.jpg|thumb|The [[Oxford|University of Oxford]] was founded in 1096, making it the world's second-oldest university]] England has been a centre of learning for the past thousand years and possesses many ancient and prestigious universities and schools. Prominent people that have reached the apex in their respective fields have been products of English higher education. The two most famous and oldest universities are Oxford and Cambridge (often referred to as Oxbridge). There are several other world-class institutions. England also has many options for foreign students to study; from languages and cultural short courses to advanced degrees at internationally renowned universities. Most cities have at least one institute of higher learning. University fees have two tiers: a home fee for UK students, which is capped at £9250 per year, contingent on attaining a certain level of income, with the state paying all fees for students from low-income families. Only those who reach a certain salary threshold (£21,000) pay this fee through general taxation. The higher tier for students from outside of the UK, from £10,000 to £18,000 per year, with no financial assistance. ==Work== :''See also: the [[United Kingdom#Work|'Work' section in the United Kingdom article]]'' Options for short-term employment include bar tending and waiting tables as well as more specialised work such as in the high tech/computer industry. Visitors from Commonwealth countries will have a much easier time getting a work permit, especially those under 30 as there are several programs. Citizens of countries belonging to the '''European Union''' (except Ireland) now require a permit to start working in England. Visitors on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week while in full-time education and 40 hours per week while on break. ==Stay safe== In any '''emergency''' call '''999''' or '''112''' (free of charge from any phone, including mobiles). All such calls are free and will be answered by an emergency services operator who will ask you which services you need (police, fire, ambulance, coastguard or mountain and cave rescue) and for your location. Unlike many other countries, there aren't different numbers for different emergency services. In a non-emergency situation you can call '''101''' to report crime and concerns to the local police that do not require an emergency response. A similar service is available at '''111''' for health issues that do not require urgent hospital admission. [[File:Safety notices - geograph.org.uk - 8077091.jpg|thumb|Health and safety notices will guide you of any area of great concern.]] England by and large is a safe country to visit and its level of crime is moderate for European standards. In major cities you will find outlying suburban and inner city areas where poverty, crime and gang violence are common. These areas can be particularly risky and should be avoided, but it is unlikely a visitor would end up there. Crime rates are generally very low in rural areas. Take care when driving on country lanes as they can become very narrow and the lesser travelled ones are sometimes in poorer condition. It is worth taking extra care on public transport at night, as drunks can be a problem. Some town and city centres should be approached with caution during the later evening on Fridays and Saturdays in particular, as high levels of drunkenness can be rife. The police have fairly wide ranging powers to fine or arrest people who are causing a disturbance, and although they can be more heavy-handed in major cities they are tolerant. Drinking alcohol in public (except outside a bar or pub) is not permitted in some towns and areas of cities. At night it is also recommended that you use licensed taxis and mini cabs. [[File:A family of swans on the River Sence - geograph.org.uk - 925996.jpg|thumb|Watch out for the King's Swans...]] The transport network does not have any major safety issues. Vigilance about security and safety issues (such as suspect packages) is appreciated, and the employees of transport organisations are generally appreciative of appropriately voiced concerns. Jay walking is not illegal except on motorways, but it is safer to cross at designated pedestrian crossings. Most operate a "push the button and wait for the green man" system, but zebra crossings are also widespread, particularly outside of city centres – identified by white stripes on the road and yellow flashing spherical lights – where pedestrians have right of way but it is best to make eye contact with a driver before stepping into the road. English drivers tend to be very respectful of the laws around zebra crossings, with England having among the best road safety in Europe. The United Kingdom has strict laws with regards to firearm ownership. Handguns such as pistols and revolvers, as well as semi-automatic rifles are prohibited, even for sporting purposes or for hunting, while a licence is required to own, carry or use any other type of firearm. Bringing a firearm into the United Kingdom is extremely difficult, and all visitors who wish to do so are required to obtain a permit well before their arrival. [[File:20200905 Seven Sisters-5.jpg|thumb|Watch out on these cliffs...]] Racism exists. However, the United Kingdom is generally regarded by its own immigrant population as being among the most liberal and tolerant of European countries in this respect. Most English people will go out of their way to make tourists and immigrants feel welcome and it's not uncommon for police to impose harsh punishments on any form racial abuse – physical or verbal. Current legislation prohibits hate speech as well as racial discrimination in a wide range of public spheres such as education and employment. The age of both heterosexual and homosexual consent is 16, and LGBT rights are advanced by global standards. There are some areas where you may want to not be overtly showing your sexuality, such as small rural villages, where more conservative views are held. 86% of the UK agreed that homosexuality should be accepted by society, according to a 2019 Pew Research Center poll. [[Brighton (England)|Brighton]] is sometimes called "the gay capital of Europe". Many cities have a pride festival each year, but the aforementioned cities have the largest and most extravagant. Take care on matchdays in football and rugby, particularly for teams known for their strong rivalry, or teams from the same town or city facing one another. These can get violent if you wear the wrong team's kit in the wrong place, or if you mock the opposing team. Hooliganism has died down and if you use common sense, you will be safe. === Police === [[File:Mounted Police in Eastgate Street, Chester - geograph.org.uk - 8210902.jpg|alt=|thumb|Mounted police patrolling [[Chester]] ]] Police officers in England are professional and polite, and are generally less aggressive than law enforcement agencies in other developed nations. However, this does not mean they are lenient. Police forces in England are organised according to the counties, although sometimes two or three counties share a force. London has two police forces: the City of London Police and the Metropolitan Police. Most police officers do not carry guns while on patrol. There is a special group of police officers that carry guns if needed. Most officers will only speak English and you will be made to speak to an interpreter over police radio or will do so at a police station if you cannot communicate in English. You have the legal right to remain silent during and after arrest – but police in England and Wales will warn you that "you do not have to say anything, but it may harm your defence if you do not mention when questioned something which you later rely on in court. Anything you do or say may be given in evidence". A typical English police vehicle will have battenburg markings typically yellow and blue. All police law enforcement vehicles are blue emergency lighting. A marked police vehicle with an approximately 20 cm wide yellow dot or red asterisk in the front and rear is an armed response vehicle used by armed police. ==Stay healthy== Throughout the United Kingdom, there is no cost to a patient at point of service, due to the welfare state system. In a '''medical emergency,''' dial '''999'''. These numbers are free of charge from any telephone. For advice on non-emergency medical problems, you can ring the 24 hour NHS '''111''' service or check the [https://www.nhs.uk/ NHS website] for advice. Hospitals are wary of health tourists and if obviously not from England, may ask where you are from and if within the EU, for your EHIC card (previously known as E111). Emergencies are dealt with under the NHS (National Health Service) at any hospital with an '''A&E''' '''(Accident & Emergency)''' department. At A&E departments, be prepared to wait for up to 4-5 hours during busy periods before being given treatment if your medical complaint is not too serious. Obviously, more serious ailments are usually treated immediately. Evenings are normally busiest, particularly on Fridays and Saturdays and in city centres. NHS walk-in centres also provide treatment for less urgent conditions on a first come first served basis. Dental care is mixed between NHS and private, with price caps set on dental work to ensure affordability. Dental care is free for patients under 18 years old (19 if still in full-time education), with certain medical conditions, on low incomes or in receipt of welfare benefits. Many dental practices reserve a few appointments each day for urgent and emergency treatments. Appointments are allocated on a first come first served basis, and often they will all be filled soon after the clinic opens. Most practices are only open Monday to Friday. For emergency out-of-hours dental care, call the NHS '''111''' number and they will check if your condition warrants emergency care and if it does give you the number of an emergency dentist. [[File:Lloyds Pharmacy - geograph.org.uk - 307947.jpg|thumb|A high street pharmacy ]] Pharmacists are highly trained medical professionals who can offer advice on minor health issues and over-the-counter medications; feel free to ask them for guidance. You can find many pharmacies on high streets, and all pharmacists must be registered to practice legally. In many places, you can identify pharmacies by their green signs, which are similar to those used in other parts of Europe. To find nearby medical, walk-in, dental, or pharmacy services, you can use the [http://www.nhs.uk/Service-Search NHS online service finder]. Small pharmacies are also found inside many larger supermarkets. The major pharmacy chain is Boots, which can be found in any city or large town. There are many other independents and local chains of pharmacy These can issue drugs prescribed by a doctor as well as any over the counter drugs. Superdrug, Semi-Chem and Savers do sell some over the counter medication, but are not to be considered as places to go for advice about minor ailments. A smaller range of medication including painkillers and indigestion or diarrhoea treatments can also be found in most supermarkets. ID is usually required when buying medication if you look under 25. The medicine trade is strictly controlled and many medicines available to purchase from a pharmacy in other countries (e.g. antibiotics or opiate based painkillers) can only be provided if you have a doctor's prescription. If you require specific medication, be sure to include a written prescription from a qualified medical professional. This is especially important if you have a medical condition that requires you to inject anything, lest you find yourself in trouble with the police. Condoms are available in many public toilets (including in pubs and nightclubs), pharmacies and supermarkets. They are also available free from some NHS sexual health clinics, which also provide free testing and treatment for sexually-transmitted infections, even if you are not eligible for other NHS services. An estimated 100,000 people (0.16% of the UK population) are living with HIV. Chlamydia is common enough that people are recommended to be regularly tested. You can purchase tampons at pharmacies and supermarkets, though some sexual health clinics provide them free of charge. Smoking is prohibited in all public buildings. It is also illegal to smoke at railway stations, and also on trains, buses, trams and the whole of the London Underground. Penalties can include a £50 'on-the-spot' fine. All enclosed workplaces are lawfully required to be smoke free. Some restaurants provide separate rooms for smokers, and many pubs and cafés now have outdoor areas where smoking is permitted, while many places will have a group of people standing outside the front door or off to one side to smoke. Tap water from restaurants, bars and homes is very safe to drink throughout England. Tap water is of a high drinkable quality, with non-drinkable water supplies clearly marked in practically all cases. Mains water supply is practically universal, except in isolated rural settlements. ==Respect== :''See also: the [[United Kingdom#Respect|'Respect' section in the United Kingdom article]]'' [[File:Morris dancers in Midhurst 04.jpg|thumb|Morris dancers in [[Midhurst]] for Medieval Midhurst Weekend]] '''The English are in general very polite, well-mannered people who value basic politeness and manners.''' It is considered bad manners not to say "please", "thank you", "cheers" or "sorry". A nod or a smile are also often the response. The English are notorious for their overuse of apologising. Although some visitors regard this particular quality as annoying, it is something of a cornerstone of English culture. You should do the same even for the little things, and even when the other person is in the wrong. For instance, if someone accidentally steps on your foot, usually ''both'' people involved apologise, even when one of them has done nothing wrong. This is a very English quality, and despite the lack of sincerity in the apology, not saying 'sorry' is seen as rude, and can even lead to a minor confrontation.   Sometimes, '''strangers and friends address each other by "mate" informally''', but this should not be used to people with higher status than you. Informal terms of address vary across the country, with examples including "pet", "chuck", "bab" and "flower" which are used warmly to greet both friends and strangers. Others might casually call you "duck" or even "my lover", both of which are completely platonic, gender-neutral phrases of endearment. If you travel to different regions in England, '''you will find a variety of English accents''', such as Liverpool accent, a "Geordie" accent and even "Cockney" accent in London. People from these regions might consider a very formal "Queen's English" accent to be somewhat posh, but will generally not mind if it's obvious you are a tourist. While it may be tempting to do, do not try to copy their regional accents when communicating with those people — you will probably do a bad job, and they might think that you are "taking the mick" or laughing at them. Don't be afraid to ask about someone's accent. England is a diverse country where an accent can change in each town, and asking about someone's accent is often a good way to start a conversation. '''When driving on rural roads''', particularly where a driver has to pull in to allow you to pass, it is customary to wave a thanks to the other driver, by raising your hand from the steering wheel. This is particularly prevalent in rural areas where many drivers will automatically wave at everyone who drives past them. A polite hand wave (or even with just the index finger raised from the steering wheel) is customary and will be appreciated. '''When accepting gifts''', a polite refusal (such as, "no really you shouldn't") is common after the first offer of the item. Usually, this is followed with an insistence that the gift or offer is accepted, at which point your answer is likely to become more recognised. However, some people can be very persuasive — this isn't meant to be over-bearing, just courteous. One thing which some visitors may find disconcerting is the response an English person may give to a "thank you". Most English people will respond with something along the lines of "It was nothing" or "not at all". This does not mean that they didn't try hard to please, but rather it is meant to suggest "I was happy to do it for you, so it was not any great difficulty" even though it may have been.[[File:Monument Metro station, Newcastle (geograph 6499904).jpg|thumb|[[Newcastle upon Tyne]] is often regarded as one of the friendliest English cities.]]It's often said that the English are a bit reserved and hesitant to chat with strangers, but that's not the whole story. '''Most people are actually quite willing to assist tourists with directions or useful tips'''. Generally speaking, people from the North tend to be friendlier and more open to chatting than those from London and the South East. You might notice entire carriages on the London Underground where everyone is just sitting in silence, so don't be shocked if you get some odd looks or annoyed reactions for trying to make small talk in the capital. And if you're from Northern England, be careful not to assume all Southerners are from London unless they specifically say so. Not every Southerner hails from the capital, and some might take offence, giving you dirty looks or snarky comments. Just like in many other places, it's usually a good idea to steer clear of sensitive subjects. '''The English in general are neutral communicators'''. The English try to take careful measures to remain polite throughout discussion, but in close personal relationships, communication becomes more direct. As a country priding itself on etiquette and professionalism, the English will often make no hesitation in confronting someone for behaving or doing something inappropriately. '''It's considered very rude manners to disobey figures of authority''', and you may be met with some harsh words if you object to a request. If you're unsure about something, don't hesitate to ask. The police are polite and professional, and it is expected that you show politeness and a level of respect back. '''The English value privacy a lot''', probably more than other comparable countries. When meeting with them for the first few times, avoid asking personal questions. Age is an obvious one, but also marital status or if they have a girlfriend or boyfriend. Some questions considered ordinary in other countries are considered "too personal" in England, such as where do you live and what is your job. It is not uncommon for an English person not to know what their neighbours' jobs are for many years. A good tip for foreigners is to use the mirroring rule — if they ask you a personal question, it is safe to ask the same question back, but answer their question first. '''The English also value humility and will often make self-deprecating jokes to avoid seeming arrogant'''. People who are close friends will often tease each other as well, and usually the target of the joke will tease them back rather than be offended. However, be careful around joining in unless you know the people well, lest you be seen as rude or offensive. '''It is said that the English invented queueing''', and they become very annoyed if anyone jumps the line. However, you don't always see an obvious queue in bus stops and train platforms. This does not mean you can run in front of other people. '''On buses seats are set aside for the disabled and women travelling with small children'''. These seats are usually at the front of buses. You can find pictures indicating which seats these are. It is permitted for anyone to sit in these seats, but the young, men, and the able-bodied are expected to give up their seats to the less able, pregnant women and the elderly, especially those seats clearly marked for such people. '''Punctuality is highly valued'''. As in many places around Europe, it's considered rude to be late to a meeting or an appointment, and as such it's advisable to arrive 5-10 minutes early to something so as to not stand out like a sore thumb. '''When you find yourself in a restaurant or being invited to someone's home for a meal, just general table manners apply'''. Normally when visiting a house, the host will say "shall I put the kettle on?" or "would you like a brew?" which means you are being offered a cup of tea, or another type of drink. Depending on the house you are visiting, manners can be either extremely important (you can be seen as a disrespectful person) or it can cause you to be looked well upon. Bring a small gift such as a bottle of wine or chocolates to show your appreciation, though this isn't mandatory when visiting an English household. In some cases, bad table manners can be seen as uncivilised and as indicative of a bad upbringing. Regardless, it is generally important to have good table manners in any situation. Remember also to let your host know if you are vegetarian or vegan, as most English people will invariably cook a meat dish unless told otherwise. '''Once your plate has been served, it is customary to wait for your host to sit down and eat before you begin eating, unless otherwise indicated by the host themselves'''. It is considered rude to put your elbows on the table whilst eating, it is rude to speak whilst eating or eating with your mouth open (eat with your mouth closed). Always ask for an object on a table, do not reach over someone to grab it. '''Use both the knife and fork whilst eating, with the head of the fork facing down'''. The host may offer you a second plate of food (if in their home), and it is not necessarily considered rude to decline the offer as long as you express it in a polite manner (say something along the lines of "thank you that was delicious but I'm full", then the host will not take offence as a satisfied guest is what they are aiming for). When leaving the table, always ask permission if you can leave; a simple phrase such as "may I be excused for a moment?" will suffice. When you find yourself in a pub or bar with your English friends, be aware that there is an unspoken convention of "buying rounds": often, rather than everyone buying their own drinks, everyone will take it in turns to buy drinks for the entire party. '''Not buying a round after someone has bought you a drink is considered rude.''' Sports of all kinds are taken very seriously in England and you will find that many, including the younger generation, are ardently and fiercely supportive of all kinds of sports, including football, cricket, and rugby. '''It is wise to refrain from wearing rival shirts in certain towns and cities, as it could lead to violent confrontations, particularly when fuelled by alcohol.''' Hooliganism has died down a lot but you should still use caution. If you do choose to wear a sports shirt, it's best to wear one of the national team of any sport. ==Connect== :''See also: the [[United Kingdom#Connect| 'Connect' section in the United Kingdom article]]'' === Internet === Public libraries across England offer internet access, often referred to as the "People's Network," typically at little or no cost, though usage time may be limited. Many hotels also provide internet, either through cable TV or Wi-Fi, but the fees can be quite high. In most towns and cities, you'll find several Wi-Fi hotspots, offering free Wi-Fi, mostly in coffee shops and some pubs. Shopping centres also tend to have Wi-Fi available. As of 2025, England has extensive 4G coverage, although hilly regions or rural areas may experience patchy signals, resulting in download speeds typically ranging from 10 to 20 Mbit, depending on your distance from larger towns. ==Go next== * [[Wales]] — to the west of England, with its own language and culture * [[Scotland]] — pristine nature and highlands to the north * [[Isle of Man]] — picturesque island nation perfect for outdoor pursuits * [[Ireland]] and [[Northern Ireland]] — fascinating history and cultures a short ferry ride away * [[France]], [[Belgium]], and the [[Netherlands]] — all accessible by direct [[high-speed rail]] from [[London]] {{geo|53.0|-1.0|zoom=7}} {{isPartOf|United Kingdom}} {{usableregion}} 8a6onmnyisnbbp6piq3su9eeihbsh9m 0 11098 5328743 5328083 2026-08-15T11:10:55Z Ground Zero 1423298 /* Eat */ formatting 5328743 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Escondido CA banner.jpg|pgname=Escondido}} '''Escondido''' is a city in [[North County (San Diego County)|North]] [[San Diego County]] in [[Southern California]]. ==Understand== ===Climate=== {{climate chart|units=imperial |Escondido |44.8 |68.8 |3.2 |45.9 |68.7 |3.6 |48.9 |71.0 |2.2 |51.8 |74.2 |1.0 |56.4 |76.7 |0.4 |60.2 |81.9 |0.1 |64.4 |87.2 |0.1 |65.3 |89.0 |0.1 |63.1 |86.9 |0.2 |57.3 |80.8 |0.6 |49.1 |74.6 |1.1 |43.8 |68.0 |2.1 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Escondido, California]] | description = {{ForecastNOAA|Escondido|33.121|-117.09}} &#160;&#160; Data from [http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/cdo-web/datatools/normals NOAA (1991-2020)] }} ==Get in== {{mapframe|33.125|-117.071|zoom=12}} {{mapshape}} [[File:I-15.svg|25px]] [[File:California 78.svg|25px]] Escondido is located 30 miles north of [[San Diego]] on I-15, and 20 miles east/inland of [[Oceanside]] on State Route 78. The nearest major airport is the San Diego International Airport in San Diego. The nearest general aviation airport is Palomar Airport in [[Carlsbad (California)|Carlsbad]]. The '''[http://www.gonctd.com/ North County Transit District (NCTD)]''' operates bus routes throughout northern San Diego County, and the '''[http://www.gonctd.com/sprinter Sprinter]''', a light rail line running along Route 78 between Escondido and Oceanside. Buses and the Sprinter train call at {{marker|type=go|name=Escondido Transit Center|url=https://gonctd.com/services/transit-centers/|lat=33.118868|long=-117.090347}}, at 700 W Valley Pkwy. ==Get around== ==See== [[File:Escondido first library.jpg|thumb|Escondido's first library]] * {{do | name=San Diego Archaeological Center | url=http://www.sandiegoarchaeology.org | email=info@sandiegoarchaeology.org | address=16666 San Pasqual Valley Rd | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 760-291-0370 | tollfree= | fax=+1 760-291-0371 | hours=M-F 9AM-4PM, Sa 10AM-2PM | price=$2 individual, $5 family | content=Dedicated to "the care, management, and curation of archaeological artifacts discovered in the San Diego region" the site features over 500 collections as well as a public lecture series for visitors. }} * {{do | name=San Diego Zoo Safari Park | alt=formerly the San Diego Wild Animal Park | url=http://www.sdzsafaripark.org/ | email=info@sdzwa.org | address=15500 San Pasqual Valley Road | lat=33.099703 | long=-117.001525 | directions= | phone=+1 619-231-1515 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 9AM-6PM | price=Adult $71, ages 3-11 $61 | wikipedia=San Diego Zoo Safari Park | image=San Diego Wild Animal Park.JPG | wikidata=Q1368242 | content=This sibling to the San Diego Zoo is a few miles east of town, in the San Pasqual Valley of [[San Diego/North|North San Diego]]. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=California Center for the Arts | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Excellent local playhouse. }} *{{do | name=Cruisin Grand | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=On Fridays from April 30 to September 18, Grand Avenue downtown becomes a classic automobile showcase with a different theme every night. }} *{{do | name=Lake Hodges, Lake Dixon and Lake Wolford | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offer fishing, boating and other recreational activities. }} *{{do | name=North Shore Lake Hodges Trail | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A 0.6-mile trail which runs along Interstate 15, beginning at Sunset Drive (Escondido), and is an excellent and moderate hiking, biking, and equestrian trail. For mountain bikers, there is a trail that continues west. }} *{{buy | name=Reidy Creek Golf Course | url=https://www.jcgolf.com/san-diego-golf-courses/reidy-creek/ | email= | address=2300 North Broadway | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 760-740-2450 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Surrounded by rugged hills and grassy parkland in a rural setting. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Westfield North County | alt= | url=http://www.westfield.com/northcounty/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Agrusa's Sandwich Shop | alt= | url= | email= | address=1606 E Valley Pkwy | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 760-746-0666 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Fat Ivor's Rib Rack | alt= | url= | email= | address=27961 Valley Center Rd | lat= | long= | directions=Valley Center | phone=+1 760-749-0600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Pit barbecue smoked pork and beef ribs to drool for. }} * {{eat | name=Hernandez' Hideaway Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address=19320 Lake Dr | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 760-746-1444 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name=Peterson's Donut Corner | alt= | url=http://petersonsdonutcorner.menutoeat.com/ | email= | address=903 S Escondido Blvd | lat=33.112890 | long=-117.079177 | directions=exit the 15 freeway onto W Valley Pkwy heading east, then make a right onto La Terraza Blvd (heading south), next a left onto W 9th Ave (East); continue on W 9th until reaching Escondido Blvd. Peterson's will be on the South-Western corner to the right | phone=+1 760-745-7774 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open 24 hours most days of the year (they usually close around Christmas to the start of the New Year) | price=Around $1 per donut | lastedit=2017-05-25 | content= }} * {{eat | name=EscoGelato | alt= | url=http://escogelato.com/ | email= | address=122 South Kalmia | lat=33.12193 | long=-117.0817317 | directions=downtown, just off Grand Ave. | phone=+1 760-745-6500 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=8AM-9PM weekdays, 9AM-9PM weekends | price= | lastedit=2017-11-13 | content=A locally owned gelato shop. Ingredients are often locally sourced from the weekly Escondido farmers' market. In addition to gelato, the location also serves salads, paninis, baked goods, coffee, and other beverages. Gelato cakes and catering are available as well. }} * {{eat | name=Fridas Street | alt= | url=https://eatsfridastaqueria.com/ | email= | address= 675 E Valley Pkwy | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= +1 619-519-5657 | tollfree= | hours=F Sa 10AM-midnight, Su-Th 10AM-11PM | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-16 | content=Mexican-style tacos with a recipe from Tijuana. Offer catering and outdoor seating. }} * {{eat | name=A Delight of France | alt= | url=https://www.adelightoffrance.com/ | email=grace.agyan@gmail.com | address=126 W Grand Ave | lat= | long= | directions=at the center of Escondido, near the 15 and the transit center with ample parking surrounding | phone=+1 760-746-2644 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 8AM-2PM | price=$15-25 per person | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=French breakfast and lunch cuisines with interior dining and patio seating available. Coffee is also available for purchase. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Holiday Wine Cellar | alt= | url= | email= | address=302 W Mission Ave | lat=33.129444 | long=-117.0920982 | directions= | phone=+1 760-745-1200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Has an extensive collection of wine, beer, and liquor. Weekend afternoon and weekday evening tasting events are frequently hosted in the downstairs cellar bar (a retro space accessible by a spiral, red carpeted staircase). This local business also operates an online retailer. }} * {{drink | name=Stone Brewing Company | alt= | url=http://www.stonebrew.com/ | email= | address=1999 Citricado Parkway | lat=33.115659 | long=-117.1221677 | directions= | phone=+1 760-471-4999 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Escondido location is Stone Brewing Company's headquarters. Stone brews a variety of regular and seasonal beers, with a particular strength in IPAs; its most famous beer is "Arrogant Bastard," an American Strong Ale, but Stone brewery has an expansive. For visitors, the brewery has a company store and an extensive restaurant and beer garden. Growlers and growler fills, including many limited special release beers, are available in the company store. Brewery tours are offered several times daily, which end in a beer tasting. }} * {{drink | name=Orfila Vineyards and Winery | alt= | url=http://orfila.com | email= | address=13455 San Pasqual Rd | lat=33.081272 | long=-117.0560649 | directions= | phone=+1 760-738-6500 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-11-13 | content=Winery with an indoor and outdoor tasting room space. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Best Western Escondido Hotel | url=https://www.bestwestern.com/content/best-western/en_US/booking-path/hotel-details.05487.html | email= | address=1700 Seven Oakes Rd | lat=33.147087 | long=-117.102119 | directions= | phone=+1 760-740-1700 | tollfree=+1-800-752-1710 | fax=+1 760 740-9832 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-05-25 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites | url=http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hd/escca | email= | address=1250 West Valley Parkway | lat=33.116171 | long=-117.101428 | directions= | phone=+1 760-741-7117 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-05-25 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel 6 | alt= | url=https://www.motel6.com/content/g6/en/home/motels.ca.escondido.9345.html | email= | address=900 North Quince St | lat=33.129203 | long=-117.093725 | directions= | phone=+1 760-745-9252 | tollfree= | fax=+1 760-745-4203 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-05-25 | content= }} ==Go next== *[[San Marcos (California)]] *[[Ramona]] *[[Julian]] *[[Temecula]] {{routebox | image1=I-15.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Riverside]] | minorl1=[[Fallbrook]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=END | minorr1=[[San Diego]] | image2=California 78.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Oceanside]] | minorl2=[[San Marcos (California)|San Marcos]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Brawley]] | minorr2=[[Ramona]] }} {{usablecity}} {{geo|33.125|-117.071|zoom=13}} {{IsPartOf|North County (San Diego County)}} 1yxvrnfmktq9tck4gwna5z0t06tngf7 0 11130 5328749 5327941 2026-08-15T11:29:50Z Ground Zero 1423298 Copyedit, formatting 5328749 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Espoon kulttuurikeskus night banner.jpg|caption=Espoo Cultural Centre}} '''Espoo''' ([[Swedish phrasebook|Swedish]]: ''Esbo'') with a population of a quarter of a million is the second largest city in Finland. It's part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area along with the cities of [[Helsinki]], [[Vantaa]], and the small city of '''Kauniainen''' (Swedish: '''Grankulla''') which is completely encircled by Espoo. Espoo as a tourism destination is popular for its easily accessible [[Nuuksio National Park]] (situated in northwestern Espoo) and seaside with 40 km long [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway Espoo Waterfront Walkway] and 165 islands in Espoo archipelago. The destination suits best for active recreation and outdoor exploring as well as for cultural and event stays. Official tourist information are provided by local destination management organization [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en Visit Espoo]. ==Understand== [[File:Isoomenasisältä.jpg|300px|thumbnail|Shopping at Iso Omena]] Espoo has several local regional centres, thus divided into seven major areas: Vanha-Espoo, Espoonlahti, Espoo, Kauklahti, Leppävaara, Matinkylä and Tapiola. The Espoo center (Espoon keskus) is the administrative centre, but doesn't rise above its peers with respect to population. The population is concentrated in an inverted F-shaped area defined by the railway to Espoo centre (north) and the highway Länsiväylä (south) up to Espoonlahti. The rest is sparsely populated, and north of Espoo centre, the area is mostly forested. While Kauniainen is an independent municipality, in practice it is contiguous with Espoo and has no notable sights or services to travellers besides a small shopping center. The science and technology-related campuses of the Aalto University are based in Otaniemi, Espoo, along with a thriving science community that includes numerous startups and organizations such as VTT – the Technical Research Centre of Finland. Nokia is headquartered in Karakallio, Espoo. Other high-tech companies such as KONE, Tekla and Fortum have their headquarters in Keilaniemi, Espoo, along with Microsoft's Finnish headquarters. ===Tourist information=== * [http://www.visitespoo.fi Visit Espoo] website ==Get in== ===By bus=== The south of Espoo is served by the local highway, Länsiväylä. Buses via Länsiväylä to destinations in Espoo leave from the Kamppi bus station (Kamppi shopping centre, ground floor). The orbital line 550 connects the train stations of Oulunkylä and Huopalahti with the south-eastern part of Espoo (Leppävaara, Laajalahti, Otaniemi, Tapiola and Westend). ===By train=== Northern Espoo and Espoo centre (''Espoon keskus'') are served by Helsinki commuter trains Y, U, L and E (25 min from Helsinki) to Middle- and West-Espoo. In addition, A train (every 10-20 minutes, 17 minutes from Helsinki) serves the east part of Espoo. See [https://www.vr.fi/rautatieasemat-ja-reitit/lahiliikenne#lahiliikennekartta local train map]. The {{go | name=Leppävaara railway station | address= | lat=60.219378 | long=24.813207 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Leppävaara railway station | content= }} is the only long-distance railway station in Espoo, serving traffic between Helsinki and Turku. The other stations in Espoo are also located on the same line but only serve local traffic. [[File:Matinkylä metro station (Nov 2017).jpg|thumb|Matinkylä metro station]] Southeastern Espoo is accessible from central Helsinki by metro, with trains every 3-10 minutes. Locations along the metro route include the Keilaniemi business district, Aalto University, Tapiola, Matinkylä and Kivenlahti, which serve as bus stations for feeder lines to destinations further afield. One in two trains terminates at Tapiola, while the rest continue all the way to Kivenlahti. The "Jokeri" orbital light rail (line 15) curves across eastern Espoo, connecting Keilaniemi, Aalto University, Leppävaara and then looping across northern Helsinki to terminate in [[Helsinki/Eastern suburbs|Itäkeskus]]. ===By plane=== {{See also|Helsinki Airport#Ground transportation}} Espoo is served by {{go | name=[[Helsinki Airport]] | alt={{IATA|HEL}} | url=http://www.helsinkiairport.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.317222 | long=24.963333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Helsinki Airport | image=Helsinki-vantaa aerial.jpg | wikidata=Q215327 | content= }}, from where it can be reached by taxi in half an hour or less. Also the public transport is quite convenient. Typical routes would be: * To southern Espoo, local train P from Helsinki Airport to Central Railway Station (''Rautatientori''), change to metro westbound (destination Tapiola or Matinkylä), change to feeder bus line if necessary. * To northern Espoo, local train I from Helsinki Airport to Huopalahti, change to local train Y, U, L, E or A northbound (see [https://www.vr.fi/cs/vr/fi/lahiliikenteen-reittikartta-fi local train map]{{Dead link|date=April 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}), change to feeder bus line if necessary. ===By car=== Highways 1 and 51 pass through Espoo, as do the westernmost portions of ring road one and three. ===By yacht=== There is a range of guest harbours in the archipelago. For reaching the mainland, there is at least the following: * {{go | name=Nuottaniemi | alt= | url=https://espoonpursiseura.fi/en/ports-and-facilities/home-harbour/ | email= | address=Nuottatie 19 | lat=60.1410 | long=24.7382 | directions= | phone=+358 44-901-6138 (16:00–20:00 during the sailing season) | tollfree= | hours= | price=€25 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Harbour of the yacht club Espoon pursiseura. There are a few guest berths and vacant member berths can be used as instructed by the harbour hands. Use them if your draught is more than 1.8 m. Water, WC, showers, sauna, Wi-Fi and septic tank emptying included. Restaurant. Fuel at Skata across the bay. }} ==Get around== {{Mapframe|60.22720|24.74739|zoom=10|height=400|width=400}} {{See also|Helsinki#Get around}} Espoo is part of the capital region's HSL public transport system. Tickets and journey information can be found by dowloading HSL app. Espoo is located in zones B and C. From east to west is located Espoo's metro line (Keilaniemi-Kivenlahti), connecting the south part of the city with Helsinki. Another east-west connection is covered with local trains and goes through middle of Espoo (Leppävaara - Espoo Center). North and south Espoo is then connected with plenty of bus routes and cycling trails. ===By train=== Trains A, E, S, U run across Espoo. Train L runs late at night and on weekend mornings. Suburbs in southeastern Espoo including Tapiola and Matinkylä are connected by metro. ====Jokeri light rail==== The first light rail line of the capital region called '''[https://raidejokeri.info/en/ Jokeri]''' was opened in 2023. In the Espoo area, the route runs from Keilaniemi to Vermo in Leppävaara, from where the route continues to the Helsinki side. ===By bus=== Buses are frequent and convenient enough. Check the HSL app for timetables. {{marker|type=around | name=Kauniainen | url=https://www.kauniainen.fi/en/ | lat=60.210844 | long=24.729413 }} is a part of the Espoo zone. ===By bike=== There are excellent cycling paths almost everywhere in Espoo and smoothly connected with [[Helsinki]]. From beginning of April till end of October it is possible to use City Bikes. Espoo and Helsinki use the same City Bikes system and provider making it easy to move around. There are over 460 City Bikes stations and over 4 600 bikes in A and B zone of HSL public transport. Remember to wear a helmet. City Bikes are not available in the zone C. ===By electric scooter=== Swedish [http://www.voiscooters.com Voi], German [https://tier.app Tier], American [https://www.li.me/en-us/home Lime] and Finnish [https://www.joescooter.fi/ Joe Scooter] rent electric kick scooters. The companies aim to keep the scooters available also in winter, conditions permitting, but the vehicles are not ideal in snowy or slippery conditions. ===By boat=== * {{listing | type = around | name = Scheduled boat lines to Espoo islands | alt = | url = https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-espoo-islands | email = | address = | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = Main season is from beginning of June to middle of August when all boat lines operate between Tuesdays-Sundays. Outside of main season some of the boat lines are available on weekends during May and end of August and September. | price = | wikidata = | lastedit = 2026-08-13 | content = }} * [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-between-espoo-and-helsinki '''Scheduled boat lines between Espoo and Helsinki'''] ===By taxi=== * {{go | name=Helsinki Limo | alt= | url=http://www.helsinkilimo.com | email=info@helsinkilimo.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-787-0360, +358 20-787-0360 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Will provide airport pick-ups, private car services as transfers and longer trips. Their vehicles are always new and black with leather interior. Drivers speak English and can even, by order, give short sightseeings. }} * {{go | name=Lähitaksi | alt= | url=https://www.lahitaksi.fi/en | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 100-7300 (extra charge: €1.92+€2.5/min+pvm) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-07-09 | content=Traditionally the main taxi dispatch service in the capital region outside of Helsinki. Smartphone app: Taksini }} ==See == [[File:Helsinki University of Technology auditorium.jpg|thumbnail|Aalto University auditorium in Otaniemi]] [[File:Taskumattitaloja Tapiolassa.jpg|thumbnail|"Hip flask" houses in Tapiola]] [[File:MIKES in Otaniemi.jpg|thumb|right|Mikes in Otaniemi. In the centre is Finland's most accurate clock, with an inaccuracy of only a few nanoseconds per year.]] ==== Natural sights ==== * {{see | name=Nuuksio National Park | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price=Free | content=One of Finland's most popular national parks. Located in Espoo, southern Finland, with just a short drive to Helsinki City Center, Nuuksio offers truly Finnish scenery of deep forests, pure lakes, and peaceful natural landscapes, along with visitor services that make exploring the area easy and convenient. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Espoon rantaraitti | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=A 40-km-long gravel path following the coastal line of Baltic Sea. The path is perfect for walking, cycling and jogging with plenty of cafés, restaurants, saunas and viewpoints along the way. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Pentala Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/pentala-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from beginning of June till end of August | price= | content=Known for being the iconic island with a lake with another island on the lake and for its history of being home to one Finnish fishing family back in the 1790s - 1986. There is an Archipelago Museum Pentala on the island with several buidling accessible free of charge with an exception for guided tours in Gurli's House (operated by KAMU Espoo City Museum). Visitors can access the island with public boats running from smaller Espoo's harbours during summer season (June-August). On the island operates summer Café Pentala. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/iso-vasikkasaari-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from mid May till mid September | price= | content=The closest island from the mainland is perfect for a day trip visit. Visitors find nature trail around the island, playground for children, smaller swimming beaches, Discgolf cour and a summer Restaurant Gula Villan. It is possible to reach the island by scheduled public boats available from mid May till mid September (note: outside the main season available only on weekends). |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Oittaa Area | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park/oittaa-area | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Outdoor recreational area in the south part of Lake Bodom. From Oittaa Beach, outdoor gym, 3x different Disc Golf Courts and Angry Birds park for children popular during summer to first cross-country skiing trails available usually from November till April. The area offers also Restaurant Oittaa, public sauna and sport equipment rental (xc-skies, mountain bikes, kayaks, etc.) in HiihtoCenter Oittaa. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Central Park | alt=Espoon keskuspuisto | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Like New York and Helsinki, Espoo also has its own central park. The park consists mostly of dense spruce forest, with some steep hills. Has maintained walking and cycling paths and trails, although they might be inaccessible to wheeled vehicles (prams, wheelchairs) with snowfall. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Marketta Park | alt= | url=https://www.marketanpuisto.fi/marketta-park-en/ | email= | address=Pehtorinkuja 3 | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-21:00 | price=Free | content=This park is a permanent garden exhibition next to and operated by the Överby gardening vocational school. Stroll around and look at the works by the students. If you are an amateur gardener yourself, you'll perhaps get some ideas for your own garden. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} ==== Cultural sights ==== * {{see | name=The Gallen-Kallela museum | alt= | url=http://www.gallen-kallela.fi/en/ | email= | address=Gallen-Kallelan tie 27 | lat=60.206389 | long=24.838333 | directions= | phone=+358 9 849 2340 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-16:00 | price=€8 | content=A small museum of the Finnish painter Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865–1931) who is best known for his illustrations of the Kalevala, the Finnish national epic. The museum is located in a castle-like house, Tarvaspää, on a rocky hill facing the sea, originally designed and built by Akseli Gallen-Kallela 1911–1913 as a combined home for his family and a studio. The museum presents not only the works of Akseli Gallen-Kallela, but also tells the story of his family and contains a collection of artefacts brought back from their travels to Africa. }} * {{see | name=Otaniemi Campus | alt= | url= | email= | address=Otaniementie 8 | lat=60.185562 | long=24.827538 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2017-07-05| content=The campus of Aalto University (former Helsinki University of Technology) was designed by Alvar Aalto in organic modernist style, and includes the Dipoli congress center designed by Reima and Raili Pietilä in an eccentric style (lacking in right angles). Most buildings of interest are located either on the main street, Otaniementie, or on Otakaari, a loop road going from Otaniementie via Dipoli to the dorm village (''Teekkarikylä''), returning to the other side of the main building. The Laajalahti nature protected area, a good birdwatching site, is accessed from Otaniemi. At the headquarters of the Geological Survey of Finland, there is a museum display of geology, minerals and in particular a piece of moon rock gifted by the United States. At Tekniikantie 1 is Mikes (Centre for Metrology and Accreditation), with Finland's most accurate clock on its wall. }} * {{see | name=EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art| alt= | url=https://emmamuseum.fi/en/ | email= | address=WeeGee Exhibition Centre, Ahertajantie 5 Espoo | lat=60.178689 | long=24.793109 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open Tuesdays to Sundays | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Glims Farmstead Museum | alt=Glims gårdsmuseum | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/glims-farmstead-museum | email= | address=Glimsintie 1, Karvasmäki | lat=60.221477 | long=24.680515 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local open air museum. }} * {{see | name=Espoo Car Museum | alt= | url=https://espoonautomuseo.fi/english/ | email= | address=Bodomintie 35, Pakankylä | lat=60.275614 | long=24.668197 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring (starting from Easter) and autumn: Sa Su 11:00-17:00; summer: Tu-Su 11:00 to 17:00 | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo cathedral | alt= | url= | email= | address=Kirkkokatu 1 | lat=60.209284 | long=24.653593 | directions= | phone=+358 9 862-5000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=free | content=The cathedral near Espoon Keskus is over 500 years old and built out of granite stone. }} * {{see | name=Espoo TV and radio mast | alt=Espoon radio- ja televisioasema | url= | email= | address=Pellavakaskentie, Espoo | lat=60.17719 | long=24.64055 | directions=Latokaski district, 1 km walking from the closest bus stop (Latokasken koulu) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=At 326 m, it is the tallest structure in the capital region and the third tallest in Finland (two other masts are 327 m high). It isn't the Eiffel tower – you can't climb it or even get next to it (the immediate surroundings are closed off with a fence) but it's there; there is a walking trail next to the place. }} * {{see | name=Architecture in Tapiola | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.17879 | long=24.80601| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Tapiola district in the east of Espoo was constructed as a garden city in the 1950s and 1960s. The district is a showcase of Finnish architecture from that period and many of the buildings look quite innovative and unusual even today. }} * {{see | name=Glims Pks4H Petting Zoo | alt= | url=https://www.pks4h.fi/muu-toiminta/kotielainpihat/glimsin-4h-kotielainpiha/ | email=elainvastaava@4h.fi | address=Glimsintie 1 | lat=60.2208644 | long=24.6801625 | directions=near Jorvi hospital | phone=+358 45-783-17764 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-04-18 | content=In Glims you will find several different domestic animals such as sheep. Children can hug animals. }} * {{see | name=Lake Bodom | alt=Bodominjärvi | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.25644 | long=24.66473 | directions=near the Nuuksio National Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-02-09 | content=The most popular beach in Espoo has a grim history, it is the site of probably the most well-known unsolved mystery in Finland, the Lake Bodom murders. This is where the band Children of Bodom got their name from. }} ==Do== [[File:Mini-Tapiola.jpg|thumb|right|"Mini-Tapiola" in autumn 2006]] [[File:Half Pipe Serena.jpg|thumbnail|Outdoor half-pipe water slide at Serena]] * {{do | name=Espoo archipelago | alt= | url=http://www.visitespoo.fi/visitors_guide/enjoy/archipelago/scheduled__boats | email= | address= | lat=60.140626 | long=24.764998 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Many small islands outside Espoo can be visited by boat in the summer. They are great for hiking and camping. }} * {{do | name=Classical music | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolasinfonietta.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.17780 | long=24.80440 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tapiola Sinfonietta is an orchestra specializing in Viennese classical music, but also plays modern music. They perform regularly in the Tapiolasali concert hall, sometimes together with international guest soloists. }} * {{do | name=Mini-Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolankeskus.fi/fi/Liikkeet-Palvelut/Espoon-kaupungin-palvelut-kulttuuri/miniTapiola | email= | address=Tapiola centre | lat=60.17618 | long=24.80328 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=09:00-21:00 | price=Free | image=Mini-Tapiola.jpg | lastedit=2015-12-21 | content="Mini-Tapiola" is a children's play park featuring a miniature version of the centre of Tapiola. Here children can have fun and familiarise themselves with the Tapiola district and basic traffic rules, while being safely overseen by their parents. }} * {{do | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Rantaraitti | url=http://www.espoo.fi/en-US/Housing_and_environment/Streets_and_Transport/Pedestrian_and_bicycle_traffic/Espoos_Waterfront_Walkway | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Any time | price=Free | lastedit=2015-04-26 | content=The Rantaraitti hiking trail runs along Espoo's entire coastline, from the border to Helsinki at Laajalahti all the way to the border to Kirkkonummi at Kauklahti. The trail is well marked with frequent Rantaraitti icons. You can start and end your hike at any point during the trail. }} * {{do | name=Laajalahti Nature Reserve | alt= | url=http://www.nationalparks.fi/en/laajalahti | email=villaelfvik@espoo.fi | address=Elfvikintie | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 816-54400 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-06-14 | content=Bird wetland. It has a large nesting population and is also an important stop for migrating birds. Trails and bird watching towers. The Laajalahti bay consists mostly of shallow open water, but there are also a broad reedbed and shoreline groves and meadows. The nature centre Villa Elfvik is starting point for a 700-m nature trail and a 3-km trail to the southern end of the area by Otaniemi, where it combines with the Waterfront Walkway]. }} * {{Marker|type=do|lat=60.31505 | long=24.52835|name=[[Nuuksio National Park]]}}. This is a "go to" place in Espoo, being probably the most accessible "true Finnish forest" near Helsinki. There is parking and footpaths. Although one has a metalled path up to a beautiful lakeshore, none are completely accessible by wheelchairs or prams, since all include unmaintained sections with rocky slopes and/or tree roots blocking the way. * Cinema ** {{do | name=Finnkino | alt= | url=http://www.finnkino.fi/eng | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Finnkino runs movie theatres in the shopping centres Iso Omena and Sello. }} ** {{do | name=Bio Grani | alt= | url=http://www.biograni.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Kauniainen | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} ** {{do | name=Kino Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.kinotapiola.fi/elokuvateatteri | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Tapiola | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} * {{do | name=Serena Water Amusement Park | alt=Vesipuisto Serena | url=http://www.serena.fi/index.php?lang=en_EN | email=info.serena@puuhagroup.com | address=Tornimäentie 10 | lat=60.324525 | long=24.736514 | directions=Bus 236 from Leppävaara | phone=+358 9 887-0550| tollfree= | fax= | hours=<!-- this seems unlikely:Daily 23:00-20:00--> | price=All-day pass €32 except some Fridays €25 (16:00-20:00 only), family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) €75. |lastedit=2023-05-16| content=This is the largest water park in the Nordic countries with some 2,000 m² of heated pools indoors. The buildings have seen their best days, but kids love the water slides. An extra 1,000 m&sup2; of outdoor area is open in the summer. Serena is at its best in winter when you can kick back in a jacuzzi and watch people ski on the other side of the glass windows. }} * {{do | name=Watch a game | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Espoo has a team in many premier Finnish sports leagues. The football (soccer) team FC Honka play their home games in Tapiola sports park, Esport center is the home for Oilers (floorball) and Honka (basket ball), and in the winter many fans head to Metro Arena to see a home game of the local ice hockey team Kiekko-Espoo. }} * {{do | name=Vermo Horse Racing Track | alt=Vermon ravirata | url=https://www.vermo.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.2166 | long=24.8401 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-23 | content=Finland's premier horse racing track features races every Wednesday and some Saturdays. It also hosts the annual Finlandia-Ajo event part of the UET Masters Series. }} * {{do | name=Laguuni Keilis | alt= | url=https://laguuniin.fi/keilis/ | email= | address=Keilalahdentie 8 | lat=60.168959 | long=24.832052 | directions= | phone=+358 29-170-0353 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-11 | content=You can rent a standup paddleboard or a kayak. }} * Swimming pool ** {{do | name=Leppävaara Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39817 | email= | address=Veräjäpellonkatu 15 | lat=60.225941 | long=24.804007 | directions=Leppävaara Sports Park | phone=+358 9 8165-7570 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, hot tubs, cold water pool, wading pool, outdoor pool, virtual water exercise. Regular saunas and steam saunas. }} ** {{do | name=Keski-Espoo Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39363 | email= | address=Kaivomestarinkatu 2 | lat=60.210262 | long=24.659972 | directions=Kuninkaantie general upper secondary school building | phone=+358 9 8164-3469 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, learner's pool, jacuzzi, hybrid saunas (infrared and aroma). }} * {{do | name=Seapoint | alt= | url=https://seapoint.fi/fi_FI/seapoint-palvelut-2/vuokraveneet/espoo | email= | address=Skatantie 36 | lat=60.134888 | long=24.727341 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Motorboat rental at Suino marina in Suvisaaristo. }} * {{do | name=Mellsten Beach | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.155498 | long=24.781249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-17 | content=A popular public beach in the Haukilahti district. There is a café serving food and drinks and a lifeguard on duty. Chosen as the best beach for windsurfing in the entire capital region by university students. About 400 metres to the east there is another public beach called the Toppelund Beach which has no services and no lifeguard. There is a beach for dogs between them. }} ===Events=== [[File:Länsiväyläjuoksu 2013.jpg|thumb|The start of the Länsiväyläjuoksu event in 2013. The short run starts first, the long run and the walk start 15 minutes after that. This is intended to minimise collisions between runners and walkers.]] * {{do | name=Espoo Panee ja Juhlii | alt= | url=https://ravintolafatlizard.fi/en/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.185388 | long=24.820186 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=16:00 to 22:00 | price=Free entry, beer from €2 (minuscule samples) to €10 (full glass) | lastedit=2024-05-02 | content=The name means "Espoo is Brewing and Partying". A small-scale beer festival hosted by the brewery restaurant Fat Lizard in Otaniemi and held on the restaurant's terrace. Various Finnish breweries come to showcase their beer and there is usually live music played. Held on three separate Fridays in the summer, one in June, one in July and one in August. See the restaurant's website for more information. }} * {{do | name=Länsiväyläjuoksu | alt= | url=http://www.lansivaylajuoksu.fi | email= | address=Otaranta | lat=60.1857 | long=24.8349 | directions= | phone=+358 44-340-5326, +358 9 343 1067 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00–16:00 | price=Free/€15–60 depending on category and registration date | content=Espoo's most famous annual running and walking event. Held on a Sunday in late April. Three event categories: long run, short run and walk. All of them start and end at Otaranta. The long run is over 17 km and goes all across the Laajalahti bay, also visiting neighbouring Helsinki. The short run and the walk are 6 km and stay in Espoo. A nice opportunity to get some exercise and see the scenery in southern Finland. There is a fee for participation but spectating is free. }} ==Buy== ===Shopping centres=== [[File:Tapiolan keskustaa illalla.jpg|thumbnail|Department stores in Tapiola during the Christmas season]] * {{buy | name=Sello | alt= | url=http://www.sello.fi/opening-times | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21791 | long=24.80996 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest shopping centres in Finland with excellent traffic connections. Local trains A, E, S, U, Y and the night train L all stop at Leppävaara station which is just beside the shopping centre. Also many bus routes serve the area. Selection of retailers is geared Finnish and international clothing and consumer electronics chains. The shopping centre features several cafes, restaurants and fast food outlets as well as two large grocery stores. }} * {{buy | name=Iso Omena | alt= | url=http://www.isoomena.fi/en_US/ | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 | lat=60.16160 | long=24.73825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Large shopping centre serving the Matinkylä district. Bus lines 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 10K, 11, 31, 35, 112, 503, 132, 143, 145, 147, 150, 151, 154, 160 and 165. The selection of shops is fairly similar compared to the slightly larger Sello shopping centre, although there are some speciality shops geared towards a more upscale clientele. }} * {{buy | name=Entresse and Espoontori | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.20432 | long=24.65666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The two shopping centres, [http://entresse.fi/ Entresse] and [http://www.espoontori.fi/ Espoontori], serve the Central Espoo district near the Espoo train station. Local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop here. Both shopping centres are significantly smaller than the ones previously introduced. Espoontori features a grocery store, Tokmanni (a budget general store) and various smaller retailers. Entresse has a grocery store, jewellery shops and clothing stores. }} * '''[http://tla.fi Tapiola shopping district]{{Dead link|date=April 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', which includes [http://www.ainoatapiola.fi/en/ Ainoa], a Stockmann, and numerous smaller shops. * Smaller shopping centres are [http://www.lippulaiva.fi Lippulaiva] in Espoonlahti; Olari Prisma next to Iso Omena on the opposite side of Länsiväylä; [https://kauppakeskusniitty.fi Niitty] in Niittykumpu on the top of the district's metro station; Mankkaa and Viherlaakso; a hardware store area including the shopping centre Merituuli in Suomenoja; another similar area in Lommila and Muurala near Espoo centre, and numerous others. Most districts have at least one local grocery store (often with a couple of other shops and services in the same building). ===Outlet shops=== * {{buy | name=Iittala Outlet | alt= | url=http://www.iittala.fi/web/Iittalaweb.nsf/en/home | email= | address=Espoontie 25, Lommila | lat=60.21980 | long=24.66456 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Home decoration and kitchen utensils. }} * {{buy | name=Lumene | alt= | url=http://www.lumene.com | email= | address=Lasihytti 1, Kauklahti | lat=60.18679 | long=24.59925 | directions=Kauklahti, Western Espoo; local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop at Kauklahti station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Finnish cosmetics manufacturer Lumene's factory outlet. }} * {{buy | name=Espoon lahjatupa | alt= | url=http://www.espoonlahjatupa.fi | email= | address=Kirkkojärventie 3, Espoon keskus | lat=60.20550 | long= 24.65671 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An outlet shop rich in atmosphere selling Finnish handmade gifts and home decoration products. }} ===Outdoor markets=== Like most cities in Finland you can buy fruits, vegetables, fish and more and sit down for a cup of coffee at outdoor markets (''tori''). They are open 09:00–17:00. For maps and information on events, [http://www.espoontorikauppiaat.fi/index.php?lang=EN Espoon torikauppiaat ] association website. * Espoon keskus (Asematori) * Leppävaara markets (Läkkitori north of the railway station and Viaporin tori on the southern side, in the inner court of Sello shopping centre) * Espoonlahti market (Ulappatori) * Tapiola market * Karakallio market ===Flea markets=== * {{buy | name=Fida International | alt= | url=http://www.fida.info/fida-in-english/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-11-05| content=Fida International operates goodwill flea markets in four, mostly residential areas: Leppävaara (Harakantie 22) Matinkylä (Piispansilta 11), Tapiola (Kauppamiehentie 1) and Espoon Keskus (Kamreerintie 3). The selection in the shops mostly consists of used clothes, books and furniture. }} * {{buy | name=Espoo Recycling Centre | alt=Espoon kierrätyskeskus | url=http://www.kierratyskeskus.fi/in_english | email= | address=Matinpurontie 8 | lat=60.16216 | long=24.75559 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The selection includes furniture, clothes (also vintage), toys, books, sports equipment, electronics, cookware and cutlery. The shop has also a free of charge department with a small variety of clothes and other items. }} * {{buy | name=TC Secondhand | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/TCsecondhandMatinkyla | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44 972 7777 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 14:00–18:00, Sa 12:00–16:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Charity shop selling clothes and accessories. Sales revenue supports those in difficult life situations. }} * There are some self-service fleamarkets around Espoo like [http://www.akseli.info Akseli] (Sinikalliontie 1, Mankkaa) * {{buy | name=Red Cross Secondhand Store Galleria | alt=SPR Kontti Espoo Galleria | url=https://sprkontti.fi/pages/espoon-kontti-galleria | email= | address=Konstaapelinkatu 4 | lat=60.22157 | long=24.81411 | directions=in Galleria shopping center | phone=+358 40 750 5454 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09-20:00, Sa 10-17:00, Su 11-17:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-08-12 | content=Finnish Red Cross Kontti charity shop offers a wide range of second hand goods like clothes, household items, books and small furniture. The proceeds of Kontti are used for the relief work of the Finnish Red Cross in Finland and abroad. }} ==Eat== [[File:HanaholmenN.jpg|thumbnail|Hanasaari cultural centre, also has a restaurant with Scandinavian cuisine]] ===Budget=== * {{eat | name=Student diners in Otaniemi | alt= | url=https://kanttiinit.fi/ | email= | address=Otakaari 1 | lat=60.18611 | long=24.82828 | directions=several places in the area | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=lunchtime | price=€5–8 | content=The lunch restaurants of the Aalto University engineering schools offer cheap meals even for non-students. Most have 2–3 cheap options and one higher-price option. }} ** {{eat | name=Maukas | alt= | url=https://www.mau-kas.fi/ | email=info@mau-kas.fi | address=Vuorimiehentie 5 | lat=60.182841 | long=24.827977 | directions=in Otaniemi | phone=+358 40-705-0157 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–14:00 | price=€10.90 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Family-run lunch restaurant in Otaniemi, Espoo. }} ** {{eat | name=Fazer Food & Co. | alt= | url=https://www.foodandco.fi/ravintolat/Ravintolat-kaupungeittain/espoo/aalto-yliopisto-tuas/ | email=tuas@foodandco.fi | address=Maarintie 8 | lat=60.186838 | long=24.819370 | directions= | phone=+358 50-417-6537 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–13:30 | price=€7.55, dessert €1.65 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Pizzaman | url=http://www.pizzaman.fi | email= | address=Lippajärventie 29 | lat=60.22974 | long=24.71594 | directions= | phone=+358 9 512-0512 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–F 10–21:00, Sa Su 12:00–21:00 | price=regular pizzas €6–8 | content=Pizzaman is next to the K-Kauppa grocery store. Large pizzas. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haukimuori | url=http://www.haukimuori.com | email= | address=Iivisniemenkatu 2D | lat=60.14784 | long=24.69175 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=lunch €8 | content=A lunch restaurant in Iivisniemi district with home cooked delicious food. }} * {{eat | name=Täffä | alt= | url=https://www.teknologforeningen.fi/?lang=en | email= | address=Otakaari 22 | lat=60.18602 | long=24.83266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 (for Finnish students) to €8 | lastedit=2017-11-30 | content=Perhaps the most famous of the university student restaurants in Otaniemi, owned by the Teknologföreningen student association. Located in a nice-looking functionalist building, easy to spot by the long ledge hanging over its main entrance.<br />The restaurant is mainly for university students but is open for everyone, non-students just pay more. Still cheap.<br />Five choices available each day, of which one is vegetarian and one is a fancier and costlier à la carte option. Most famous for its spaghetti bolognese, served every Wednesday, perhaps the best spaghetti bolognese in Espoo. On Wednesdays, prepare for long queues, taking almost fifteen minutes just to get to order your food. }} * {{eat | name=Sodexo Keilasatama 5 | alt= | url=https://www.sodexo.fi/ravintolat/espoo/keilasatama-5 | email= | address=Keilasatama 5 | lat=60.173279 | long=24.829700 | directions=Metro station Keilaniemi, bus 555 | phone=+358 50-380-8490 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–13:00 | price=€11.30 | lastedit=2021-05-12 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Peshawar | alt= | url=https://www.peshawar.fi/ | email= | address=Kutojantie 3 | lat=60.209927 | long=24.754042 | directions= | phone=+358 9 888-1520 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-07-21 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Kalajärven pizzeria | alt= | url=https://kalajarvenpizzeria.fi/index.php? | email=info@kalajarvenpizzeria.fi | address=Ruskaniitty 4 | lat=60.305850 | long=24.739167 | directions=in Kalajärvi; along the road 120 | phone=+358 9 855-6856 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:00–, Sa Su 11:00–22:00 | price=€9–14 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content= }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Pork schnitzel with Koskenlaskija sauce at restaurant E.T. Charlie.jpg|thumb|right|Pork schnitzel]] * {{eat | name=Deli Rasoi | alt= | url=http://www.delhirasoi.fi/en/ | email= | address=Siltakatu 11 | lat=60.20378 | long=24.65905 | directions= | phone=+358 9 428-91892 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–Th 10:30–21:00, F–Su 11:00–22:00 | price=Lunch buffet €9.20 (M–F), €12 (weekend), mains from €12 | content=Tasty and authentic Indian food. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Dylan & Friends | alt= | url=https://www.dylan.fi/keilaniemi | email=friends@dylan.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.174885 | long=24.830884 | directions=in the Accountor Tower building, take the escalators on the left | phone=+358 40-125-8838 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-14:00, closed weekends | price=€14.50 | lastedit=2025-06-17 | content=A lunch restaurant in the Accountor Tower office building. Serves buffet lunch on weekdays. }} * {{eat | name=E.T. Charlie | alt= | url=https://ristorantecharlie.fi/ | email=info@ristorantecharlie.fi | address=Ukkohauentie 11–13 | lat=60.1633 | long=24.7761 | directions= | phone=+358 9 886-01761 | tollfree= | hours=11:00–21:00 mostly | price= | content=A spacious, stylish, comfortable restaurant in the quiet residential district of Haukilahti. Serves typical dishes available in restaurants in Finland: pastas, pizzas, steaks, and burgers. No famous speciality, but all dishes are worth trying. The kitchen closes at 21:00, but the restaurant usually stays open until midnight. Many local people come here often. There is a bus connection to Tapiola and Otaniemi (line 111) near the restaurant and it's a short walk away from the Haukilahti beach and marina. Main courses €11–25. }} * {{eat | name=Fat Lizard | alt= | url=http://ravintolafatlizard.fi/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.18558 | long=24.82041 | directions= | phone=+358 20-127-7710 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30 to 24:00 mostly | price=Lunch €12–17.50, main courses €18–32 | lastedit=2018-02-18 | content=One of the very few à la carte restaurants in Otaniemi. Highly stylish interior and good, if somewhat expensive, food. Easily accessible as it's next door to the Aalto University metro station. Lunch includes both a buffet at 12 € and an upgrade option for €5.50 extra. If you're feeling adventurous, try fried crickets as starters at €10. The restaurant also includes its own bar, serving various beers both from the Fat Lizard brewery (try some, they're refreshingly fruity lagers) and elsewhere. }} * {{eat | name=Fuku Supreme | alt= | url=https://www.fukusupreme.com/ | email=fukusupreme@ravintolafuku.com | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.218131 | long=24.809982 | directions=on the Viaporintori square, no entrance from inside Sello | phone=+358 50-5425-386 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-21:00, Sa 12:00-21:00, Su 12:00-20:00 | price=Buffet about €25 | lastedit=2025-05-04 | content=A sushi restaurant near the Sello shopping centre in Leppävaara. The buffet is rather good and included salad, sushi, warm food and desserts. Water, coffee and green tea is included, alcoholic drinks cost extra. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Grilli Toro | url=http://www.grillitoro.fi/ | email= | address=Louhentie 16 | lat= 60.18705 | long=24.79654 | directions= | phone=+358 9 460-427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A good selection of large steaks at a reasonable price in Pohjantori, north Tapiola, especially popular during lunchtime. }} * {{eat | name=Luukki Manor | alt=Luukin kartano | url=https://www.ravintolalaguna.fi/luukin-kartano | email=myynti@ravintolalaguna.fi | address=Luukintie 33 | lat=60.316378 | long=24.692171 | directions=in Luukki; along the road 120 | phone=+358 50-351-7728 | tollfree= | hours=June to August: daily 10:00–17:00; September to May: weekend 11:00–15:00 | price=€13–18 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content=A restaurant manor in the Luukki recreational area. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Johannes | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/restaurant/restaurant | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16395 | long=24.83595 | directions=Hanasaari Island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Scandinavian cuisine served in an environment of modern art. Good food, but the service is rather slow even as the restaurant is not even half full. The restaurant also has their own pale ale "Märket" (named after [[Lighthouses#Q3378321|the lighthouse]] west of [[Åland]]). }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Lime Leaf | url=http://eat.fi/en/espoo/banana-leaf | email= | address=Sello Rex, Leppävaara | lat=60.21760 | long= 24.80902 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Thai and Malay restaurant run by Chinese. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Nepal | alt= | url=https://ravintolanepal.fi | email= | address=Kivenlahdenkatu 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 348-9009 | tollfree= | hours=Tu–Th 11:00–21:00, F 11:00–22:00, Sa 12:00–22:00, Su 12:00–21:00 | price=Lunch starting from €9 (Tu–F), Mains starting from €12 | lastedit=2020-01-18 | content=Tasty and authentic Nepalese food in Espoo. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Sevilla Bar & Restaurante | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tapionaukio 3, Tapiola | lat=60.17680 | long=24.80556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Spanish-style restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Xin Long | alt= | url=http://xinlong.tilda.ws/ | email= | address=Tapiontori 3 | lat=60.17790 | long=24.80395 | directions= | phone=+358 9 855-0030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30–21:00 | price=Lunch €9 | lastedit=2016-03-09 | content=A Chinese restaurant near the centre of Tapiola. Famous for its all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, combining Chinese food and sushi. Not specifically a sushi restaurant, but the sushi is among the best in Espoo. The main courses include various varieties of beef, pork, chicken and tofu, and all are worth trying. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Accountor Tower by Keilalahti from Keilaniemi in Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland, 2022 April (cropped).jpg|thumb|right|The Accountor Tower high-rise building is one of the tallest buildings in Finland. Restaurant Lucy in the Sky is on the 20th floor.]] * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haikaranpesä | alt= | url=https://ravintolahaikaranpesa.fi/ | email= | address=Hauenkallio 3 | lat=60.16134 | long=24.76591 | directions= | phone=+358 9 452-4254 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–15:00, Sa Su 12:00–17:00 | price=Lunch buffet €56 | content=A panoramic restaurant in the water tower of Haukilahti. Open only for lunch! }} * {{eat | name=Lucy in the Sky | alt= | url=https://www.lucyinthesky.fi/ | email=lucy@lucyinthesky.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.175003 | long=24.830685 | directions= | phone=+358 40-353-2522 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00–22:30, F 11:00–00:00, Sa 13:00–00:00, Su 13:00–18:00, M closed | price=Main courses €30–40, set menus €70 | lastedit=2025-06-01 | content=A fashionable restaurant located on the top floor of the Accountor Tower office building on the sea shore, offering nice views over the cities of Espoo and Helsinki. A wide variety of dishes available as well as three set menus, of which one is vegetarian. Diverse wine list. }} ==Drink== [[File:Bemböle kaffestuga.jpg|thumbnail|Bemböle coffee house]] ===Cafés=== [[File:Kahvila Merenneito in March 2025.jpg|thumb|right|Café Merenneito]] * {{drink | name=Café Mellsten | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mellstenintie 6 | lat=60.15551 | long=24.77823 | directions=near the beach in Haukilahti | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A café that serves tasty and cheap lunch consisting of soup or pasta. }} * {{drink | name=Bembölen kahvitupa | alt=Bemböle kaffestuga | url=http://www.suomenkalastusmatkailu.fi/bembolenkahvitupa/ | email= | address=Bellinmäki 1 | lat= 60.22279 | long= 24.67391 | directions=Bemböle district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional café with century-old history next to the [[King's Road (Finland)|King's Road]]. }} * {{drink | name=Café Ankkuri | alt= | url=https://www.cafeotsolahti.com/ | email= | address=Sateenkaari 9 | lat=60.17251 | long=24.81331 | directions=Otsolahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café WeeGee | alt= | url=http://www.sodexo.fi/weegee {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Ahertajantie 5 | lat= 60.17879 | long=24.79707 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café Merenneito | alt= | url=http://www.cafemerenneito.fi | email= | address=Koukkuniementie 1A | lat= 60.15080 | long= 24.75212 | directions=Matinkylä district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kahvila Satakieli | alt= | url=http://www.espoo.fi/default.asp?path=1;28;11866;7969;7971 {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Elfvikintie 4 | lat= 60.20173 | long=24.82244 | directions=Laajalahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kaisan Café | alt= | url= | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 8 | lat=60.17404 | long=24.80408 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located in the "Sampokuja" building in central Tapiola. Open on weekdays only. Try their cinnamon buns, they're tasty, huge (perhaps the biggest in Espoo) and quite cheap. }} * {{drink | name=Vasikkasaaren kahvila | alt= | url= | email= | address=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | lat=60.14070 | long=24.75848 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Teen Challenge Finland meeting place | alt= | url=https://teenchallenge.fi | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44-972-7777 | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th 11:00–15:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Community café. Free of charge coffee and buns. }} ===Bars and pubs=== * {{drink | name=Base | url=http://www.ravintolabase.fi | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat= 60.21742 | long= 24.80885 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A cosy place for a drink, also situated at Sello. }} * {{drink | name=Bodom Bar & Sauna | alt= | url=http://www.bodombar.com/ | email= | address=Merituulentie 35 | lat=60.17087 | long=24.75664 | directions=near the Niittykumpu metro station | phone=+358 500-111-121 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant bar dedicated to the Finnish metal band Children of Bodom. Public sauna included. }} * {{drink | name=Gallows Bird | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/GallowsBirdTapiola | email=info.gallows@gmail.com | address=Länsituuli 5 | lat=60.174754 | long=24.802746 | directions=in the Ainoa shopping centre | phone=+358 50-330-4990 | tollfree= | hours=14:00 to 00:00 mostly | price=Beer about €10 | lastedit=2025-09-06 | content=A brewpub with a wide variety of different beers on tap, and they brew their own beers as well. A spacious outdoor terrace, but no spectacular views from the terrace to speak of. The pub also serves banh mi and tacos if you're hungry. }} * {{drink | name=Mitta ja Hana (former pub Satulinna) | url= | email= | address=Kirstintie 5 | lat= 60.20086 | long= 24.66648 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Likely the most famous pub in Espoo. }} * {{drink | name=William K | url= | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21740 | long=24.81024 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A passable beer pub with nice sunny outdoor seating. }} ===Nightclubs=== Most people head east to Helsinki when they're planning a night out, but there are a couple of night clubs in Espoo as well. * {{drink | name=Bada Bing | alt= | url=http://bada-bing.fi/badabing/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 10 | lat=60.17416 | long=24.80522 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The former Fellini/Aladdin is in the Tapiola district and attracts many young adults. R-22. }} * {{drink | name=Club Kannunkulma | url=http://www.kannunkulma.com | email= | address=Kannusillankatu 2 | lat= 60.20564 | long= 24.65353 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant in the daytime, and some form of entertainment every night. }} * {{drink | name=Bella Ciao | url= | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 A | lat=60.16139 | long= 24.73939 | directions=in the Iso-Omena mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa nights until 04:00 | price= | content=The place to go in Matinkylä. Like the others it is also a restaurant during the daytime. R-18 }} ==Sleep== [[File:Kaakkoista Espoota 23 kesä 2009.jpg|thumbnail|View towards Keilaniemi waterfront. Left: Fortum head office and Otaniemi water tower. Right: Life Science Center business park.]] ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Folkhälsan Solvallan Sports Institute Accommodation | alt= | url=https://www.folkhalsan.fi/en | email= | address=Nuuksiontie 82, Nuuksio | lat=60.29324 | long= 24.55798 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Comfort Hotel Sello | alt= | url=https://www.strawberryhotels.com/hotels/finland/espoo/comfort-hotel-sello/ | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 1 | lat=60.21699 | long=24.81368 | directions= | phone=+358 10-344-4200 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110, cheaper weekend rates |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A new design hotel next to Sello shopping centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Scandic Espoo | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/en/hotels/scandic-espoo | email= | address=Nihtisillantie 1 | lat= 60.20701 | long=24.75561 | directions= | phone=+358 9 435-20 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A chain hotel next to highway 1, best suited for those travelling by car as there isn't very much to see within walking distance. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Sokos Hotel Tapiola Garden | url=http://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/espoo/ | email=tapiolagarden.espoo@sokoshotels.fi | address=Tapionaukio 3 | lat= 60.17718 | long= 24.80701 | directions= | phone=+358 20-123-4616 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 1234 617 | hours= | price=From €83 | checkin= | checkout= | content=A largish, modern hotel in a pleasant neighbourhood of Tapiola. 154 (all non-smoking) rooms, sauna, exercise facilities, wireless Internet access, restaurant and bar. Convenient transport to Helsinki center by bus. Rooms in the northern part of the hotel have a scenic view facing a large pool. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Hanaholmen | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/ | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16389 | long=24.83593 | directions=on the Hanasaari island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2015-11-29 | content=Located in the Laajalahti bay between Espoo and Helsinki, Hanasaari island fits exactly the hotel, a short road to it and a stretch of the highway Länsiväylä. Hanasaari hotel hosts a Swedish cultural centre and is often used for conferences. It is also within a walking distance (1 km) from the Keilaniemi business district. Very easy to reach by bus via bus stops on the Länsiväylä. Notice that there is an unrelated Hanasaari power plant in Helsinki; ask the taxi driver for the hotel in Espoo! The hotel rooms offer magnificent sea views through their huge windows. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Korpilampi | url=https://www.korpilampi.fi/en/ | email=myynti@korpilampi.fi | address=Korpilammentie 5 | lat= 60.32512 | long=24.73045 | directions=in Lahnus; near the Serena Waterpark | phone=+358 9 613-8411 | tollfree= | fax= | price=€50–100 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, Espoo | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-espoo | email=info.espoo@radissonblu.com | address=Otaranta 2 | lat=60.18216 | long=24.83455 | directions=Aalto University campus in Otaniemi | phone=+358 20-123-4705 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110 | content=Popular among business travellers and academic visitors because of its location. }} ==Stay safe== Although a part of the Helsinki metropolitan area, Espoo has few or no problem spots and is exceptionally safe. There are various reasons. The population of Espoo is affluent, with few low-income neighbourhoods. Population is simply less concentrated, with few high-rise districts, traffic junctions or concentrations of nightlife. Thus, partygoers are more likely to head to Helsinki to cause trouble. Caution is warranted in urban districts (along the railway) with nightlife during Friday or Saturday nights, for instance in Leppävaara and Espoon keskus. Suvela and Kirstinmäki, next to Espoon keskus, is often mentioned as the only "ghetto" in Espoo, although this is more reputation than fact if compared to districts in Central or Eastern Helsinki. ==Connect== ==Cope== The Jorvi Hospital (''Jorvin sairaala'') is near Espoon keskus. This is the main emergency care and surgery facility in Espoo. This is a rather remote location relative to most other places in Espoo, 20 min by car from the southwestern corner. Private clinics (search for "lääkäriasema" in Espoo) are found in Espoon keskus, Matinkylä, Leppävaara and Tapiola. See: * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet#/94/mehilainen_matinkyla Mehiläinen Matinkylä]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Piispanportti 10 A, 3. floor) * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet/33 Mehiläinen Leppävaara]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Panorama Tower, Hevosenkenkä 3) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Espoontori/ Terveystalo Espoontori] (Kamreerintie 7) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Iso-Omena-C-torni/ Terveystalo Iso Omena] (Piispansilta 11) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Leppavaara/ Terveystalo Leppävaara] (Alberganesplanadi 1) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Tapiola/ Terveystalo Tapiola] (Ainoa, Länsituuli 7) * [https://www.aava.fi/toimipiste/aava-tapiola Aava Tapiola] (Länsituulentie 1 A) The police station ("Kilon poliisi") is in Kilo district, Nihtisillankuja 4. [http://www.poliisi.fi/en/westernuusimaa/contactinformation Contacts]. ==Go next== West: [[Kirkkonummi]]–[[Siuntio]]–[[Ingå]]–[[Raseborg]] (Karis–Ekenäs–Pojo)–[[Hanko]] — The next cities westwards accessible by bus, train or car. 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It's part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area along with the cities of [[Helsinki]], [[Vantaa]], and the small city of '''Kauniainen''' (Swedish: '''Grankulla''') which is completely encircled by Espoo. Espoo as a tourism destination is popular for its easily accessible [[Nuuksio National Park]] (situated in northwestern Espoo) and seaside with 40 km long [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway Espoo Waterfront Walkway] and 165 islands in Espoo archipelago. The destination suits best for active recreation and outdoor exploring as well as for cultural and event stays. Official tourist information are provided by local destination management organization [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en Visit Espoo]. ==Understand== [[File:Isoomenasisältä.jpg|300px|thumbnail|Shopping at Iso Omena]] Espoo has several local regional centres, thus divided into seven major areas: Vanha-Espoo, Espoonlahti, Espoo, Kauklahti, Leppävaara, Matinkylä and Tapiola. The Espoo center (Espoon keskus) is the administrative centre, but doesn't rise above its peers with respect to population. The population is concentrated in an inverted F-shaped area defined by the railway to Espoo centre (north) and the highway Länsiväylä (south) up to Espoonlahti. The rest is sparsely populated, and north of Espoo centre, the area is mostly forested. While Kauniainen is an independent municipality, in practice it is contiguous with Espoo and has no notable sights or services to travellers besides a small shopping center. The science and technology-related campuses of the Aalto University are based in Otaniemi, Espoo, along with a thriving science community that includes numerous startups and organizations such as VTT – the Technical Research Centre of Finland. Nokia is headquartered in Karakallio, Espoo. Other high-tech companies such as KONE, Tekla and Fortum have their headquarters in Keilaniemi, Espoo, along with Microsoft's Finnish headquarters. ===Tourist information=== * [http://www.visitespoo.fi Visit Espoo] website ==Get in== ===By bus=== The south of Espoo is served by the local highway, Länsiväylä. Buses via Länsiväylä to destinations in Espoo leave from the Kamppi bus station (Kamppi shopping centre, ground floor). The orbital line 550 connects the train stations of Oulunkylä and Huopalahti with the south-eastern part of Espoo (Leppävaara, Laajalahti, Otaniemi, Tapiola and Westend). ===By train=== Northern Espoo and Espoo centre (''Espoon keskus'') are served by Helsinki commuter trains Y, U, L and E (25 min from Helsinki) to Middle- and West-Espoo. In addition, A train (every 10-20 minutes, 17 minutes from Helsinki) serves the east part of Espoo. See [https://www.vr.fi/rautatieasemat-ja-reitit/lahiliikenne#lahiliikennekartta local train map]. The {{go | name=Leppävaara railway station | address= | lat=60.219378 | long=24.813207 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Leppävaara railway station | content= }} is the only long-distance railway station in Espoo, serving traffic between Helsinki and Turku. The other stations in Espoo are also located on the same line but only serve local traffic. [[File:Matinkylä metro station (Nov 2017).jpg|thumb|Matinkylä metro station]] Southeastern Espoo is accessible from central Helsinki by metro, with trains every 3-10 minutes. Locations along the metro route include the Keilaniemi business district, Aalto University, Tapiola, Matinkylä and Kivenlahti, which serve as bus stations for feeder lines to destinations further afield. One in two trains terminates at Tapiola, while the rest continue all the way to Kivenlahti. The "Jokeri" orbital light rail (line 15) curves across eastern Espoo, connecting Keilaniemi, Aalto University, Leppävaara and then looping across northern Helsinki to terminate in [[Helsinki/Eastern suburbs|Itäkeskus]]. ===By plane=== {{See also|Helsinki Airport#Ground transportation}} Espoo is served by {{go | name=[[Helsinki Airport]] | alt={{IATA|HEL}} | url=http://www.helsinkiairport.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.317222 | long=24.963333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Helsinki Airport | image=Helsinki-vantaa aerial.jpg | wikidata=Q215327 | content= }}, from where it can be reached by taxi in half an hour or less. Also the public transport is quite convenient. Typical routes would be: * To southern Espoo, local train P from Helsinki Airport to Central Railway Station (''Rautatientori''), change to metro westbound (destination Tapiola or Matinkylä), change to feeder bus line if necessary. * To northern Espoo, local train I from Helsinki Airport to Huopalahti, change to local train Y, U, L, E or A northbound (see [https://www.vr.fi/cs/vr/fi/lahiliikenteen-reittikartta-fi local train map]{{Dead link|date=April 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}), change to feeder bus line if necessary. ===By car=== Highways 1 and 51 pass through Espoo, as do the westernmost portions of ring road one and three. ===By yacht=== There is a range of guest harbours in the archipelago. For reaching the mainland, there is at least the following: * {{go | name=Nuottaniemi | alt= | url=https://espoonpursiseura.fi/en/ports-and-facilities/home-harbour/ | email= | address=Nuottatie 19 | lat=60.1410 | long=24.7382 | directions= | phone=+358 44-901-6138 (16:00–20:00 during the sailing season) | tollfree= | hours= | price=€25 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Harbour of the yacht club Espoon pursiseura. There are a few guest berths and vacant member berths can be used as instructed by the harbour hands. Use them if your draught is more than 1.8 m. Water, WC, showers, sauna, Wi-Fi and septic tank emptying included. Restaurant. Fuel at Skata across the bay. }} ==Get around== {{Mapframe|60.22720|24.74739|zoom=10|height=400|width=400}} {{See also|Helsinki#Get around}} Espoo is part of the capital region's HSL public transport system. Tickets and journey information can be found by dowloading HSL app. Espoo is located in zones B and C. From east to west is located Espoo's metro line (Keilaniemi-Kivenlahti), connecting the south part of the city with Helsinki. Another east-west connection is covered with local trains and goes through middle of Espoo (Leppävaara - Espoo Center). North and south Espoo is then connected with plenty of bus routes and cycling trails. ===By train=== Trains A, E, S, U run across Espoo. Train L runs late at night and on weekend mornings. Suburbs in southeastern Espoo including Tapiola and Matinkylä are connected by metro. ====Jokeri light rail==== The first light rail line of the capital region called '''[https://raidejokeri.info/en/ Jokeri]''' was opened in 2023. In the Espoo area, the route runs from Keilaniemi to Vermo in Leppävaara, from where the route continues to the Helsinki side. ===By bus=== Buses are frequent and convenient enough. Check the HSL app for timetables. {{marker|type=around | name=Kauniainen | url=https://www.kauniainen.fi/en/ | lat=60.210844 | long=24.729413 }} is a part of the Espoo zone. ===By bike=== There are excellent cycling paths almost everywhere in Espoo and smoothly connected with [[Helsinki]]. From beginning of April till end of October it is possible to use City Bikes. Espoo and Helsinki use the same City Bikes system and provider making it easy to move around. There are over 460 City Bikes stations and over 4 600 bikes in A and B zone of HSL public transport. Remember to wear a helmet. City Bikes are not available in the zone C. ===By electric scooter=== Swedish [http://www.voiscooters.com Voi], German [https://tier.app Tier], American [https://www.li.me/en-us/home Lime] and Finnish [https://www.joescooter.fi/ Joe Scooter] rent electric kick scooters. The companies aim to keep the scooters available also in winter, conditions permitting, but the vehicles are not ideal in snowy or slippery conditions. ===By boat=== * {{listing | type = around | name = Scheduled boat lines to Espoo islands | alt = | url = https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-espoo-islands | email = | address = | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = Main season is from beginning of June to middle of August when all boat lines operate between Tuesdays-Sundays. Outside of main season some of the boat lines are available on weekends during May and end of August and September. | price = | wikidata = | lastedit = 2026-08-13 | content = }} * [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-between-espoo-and-helsinki '''Scheduled boat lines between Espoo and Helsinki'''] ===By taxi=== * {{go | name=Helsinki Limo | alt= | url=http://www.helsinkilimo.com | email=info@helsinkilimo.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-787-0360, +358 20-787-0360 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Will provide airport pick-ups, private car services as transfers and longer trips. Their vehicles are always new and black with leather interior. Drivers speak English and can even, by order, give short sightseeings. }} * {{go | name=Lähitaksi | alt= | url=https://www.lahitaksi.fi/en | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 100-7300 (extra charge: €1.92+€2.5/min+pvm) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-07-09 | content=Traditionally the main taxi dispatch service in the capital region outside of Helsinki. Smartphone app: Taksini }} ==See == [[File:Helsinki University of Technology auditorium.jpg|thumbnail|Aalto University auditorium in Otaniemi]] [[File:Taskumattitaloja Tapiolassa.jpg|thumbnail|"Hip flask" houses in Tapiola]] [[File:MIKES in Otaniemi.jpg|thumb|right|Mikes in Otaniemi. In the centre is Finland's most accurate clock, with an inaccuracy of only a few nanoseconds per year.]] ==== Natural sights ==== * {{see | name=Nuuksio National Park | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price=Free | content=One of Finland's most popular national parks. Located in Espoo, southern Finland, with just a short drive to Helsinki City Center, Nuuksio offers truly Finnish scenery of deep forests, pure lakes, and peaceful natural landscapes, along with visitor services that make exploring the area easy and convenient. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Espoon rantaraitti | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=A 40-km-long gravel path following the coastal line of Baltic Sea. The path is perfect for walking, cycling and jogging with plenty of cafés, restaurants, saunas and viewpoints along the way. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Pentala Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/pentala-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from beginning of June till end of August | price= | content=Known for being the iconic island with a lake with another island on the lake and for its history of being home to one Finnish fishing family back in the 1790s - 1986. There is an Archipelago Museum Pentala on the island with several buidling accessible free of charge with an exception for guided tours in Gurli's House (operated by KAMU Espoo City Museum). Visitors can access the island with public boats running from smaller Espoo's harbours during summer season (June-August). On the island operates summer Café Pentala. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/iso-vasikkasaari-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from mid May till mid September | price= | content=The closest island from the mainland is perfect for a day trip visit. Visitors find nature trail around the island, playground for children, smaller swimming beaches, Discgolf cour and a summer Restaurant Gula Villan. It is possible to reach the island by scheduled public boats available from mid May till mid September (note: outside the main season available only on weekends). |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Oittaa Area | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park/oittaa-area | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Outdoor recreational area in the south part of Lake Bodom. From Oittaa Beach, outdoor gym, 3x different Disc Golf Courts and Angry Birds park for children popular during summer to first cross-country skiing trails available usually from November till April. The area offers also Restaurant Oittaa, public sauna and sport equipment rental (xc-skies, mountain bikes, kayaks, etc.) in HiihtoCenter Oittaa. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Central Park | alt=Espoon keskuspuisto | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Like New York and Helsinki, Espoo also has its own central park. The park consists mostly of dense spruce forest, with some steep hills. Has maintained walking and cycling paths and trails, although they might be inaccessible to wheeled vehicles (prams, wheelchairs) with snowfall. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Marketta Park | alt= | url=https://www.marketanpuisto.fi/marketta-park-en/ | email= | address=Pehtorinkuja 3 | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-21:00 | price=Free | content=This park is a permanent garden exhibition next to and operated by the Överby gardening vocational school. Stroll around and look at the works by the students. If you are an amateur gardener yourself, you'll perhaps get some ideas for your own garden. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} ==== Cultural sights ==== * {{see | name=The Gallen-Kallela museum | alt= | url=http://www.gallen-kallela.fi/en/ | email= | address=Gallen-Kallelan tie 27 | lat=60.206389 | long=24.838333 | directions= | phone=+358 9 849 2340 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-16:00 | price=€8 | content=A small museum of the Finnish painter Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865–1931) who is best known for his illustrations of the Kalevala, the Finnish national epic. The museum is located in a castle-like house, Tarvaspää, on a rocky hill facing the sea, originally designed and built by Akseli Gallen-Kallela 1911–1913 as a combined home for his family and a studio. The museum presents not only the works of Akseli Gallen-Kallela, but also tells the story of his family and contains a collection of artefacts brought back from their travels to Africa. }} * {{see | name=Otaniemi Campus | alt= | url= | email= | address=Otaniementie 8 | lat=60.185562 | long=24.827538 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2017-07-05| content=The campus of Aalto University (former Helsinki University of Technology) was designed by Alvar Aalto in organic modernist style, and includes the Dipoli congress center designed by Reima and Raili Pietilä in an eccentric style (lacking in right angles). Most buildings of interest are located either on the main street, Otaniementie, or on Otakaari, a loop road going from Otaniementie via Dipoli to the dorm village (''Teekkarikylä''), returning to the other side of the main building. The Laajalahti nature protected area, a good birdwatching site, is accessed from Otaniemi. At the headquarters of the Geological Survey of Finland, there is a museum display of geology, minerals and in particular a piece of moon rock gifted by the United States. At Tekniikantie 1 is Mikes (Centre for Metrology and Accreditation), with Finland's most accurate clock on its wall. }} * {{see | name=EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art| alt= | url=https://emmamuseum.fi/en/ | email= | address=WeeGee Exhibition Centre, Ahertajantie 5 Espoo | lat=60.178689 | long=24.793109 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open Tuesdays to Sundays | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Glims Farmstead Museum | alt=Glims gårdsmuseum | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/glims-farmstead-museum | email= | address=Glimsintie 1, Karvasmäki | lat=60.221477 | long=24.680515 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local open air museum. }} * {{see | name=Espoo Car Museum | alt= | url=https://espoonautomuseo.fi/english/ | email= | address=Bodomintie 35, Pakankylä | lat=60.275614 | long=24.668197 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring (starting from Easter) and autumn: Sa Su 11:00-17:00; summer: Tu-Su 11:00 to 17:00 | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo cathedral | alt= | url= | email= | address=Kirkkokatu 1 | lat=60.209284 | long=24.653593 | directions= | phone=+358 9 862-5000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=free | content=The cathedral near Espoon Keskus is over 500 years old and built out of granite stone. }} * {{see | name=Espoo TV and radio mast | alt=Espoon radio- ja televisioasema | url= | email= | address=Pellavakaskentie, Espoo | lat=60.17719 | long=24.64055 | directions=Latokaski district, 1 km walking from the closest bus stop (Latokasken koulu) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=At 326 m, it is the tallest structure in the capital region and the third tallest in Finland (two other masts are 327 m high). It isn't the Eiffel tower – you can't climb it or even get next to it (the immediate surroundings are closed off with a fence) but it's there; there is a walking trail next to the place. }} * {{see | name=Architecture in Tapiola | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.17879 | long=24.80601| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Tapiola district in the east of Espoo was constructed as a garden city in the 1950s and 1960s. The district is a showcase of Finnish architecture from that period and many of the buildings look quite innovative and unusual even today. }} * {{see | name=Glims Pks4H Petting Zoo | alt= | url=https://www.pks4h.fi/muu-toiminta/kotielainpihat/glimsin-4h-kotielainpiha/ | email=elainvastaava@4h.fi | address=Glimsintie 1 | lat=60.2208644 | long=24.6801625 | directions=near Jorvi hospital | phone=+358 45-783-17764 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-04-18 | content=In Glims you will find several different domestic animals such as sheep. Children can hug animals. }} * {{see | name=Lake Bodom | alt=Bodominjärvi | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.25644 | long=24.66473 | directions=near the Nuuksio National Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-02-09 | content=The most popular beach in Espoo has a grim history, it is the site of probably the most well-known unsolved mystery in Finland, the Lake Bodom murders. This is where the band Children of Bodom got their name from. }} ==Do== [[File:Mini-Tapiola.jpg|thumb|right|"Mini-Tapiola" in autumn 2006]] [[File:Half Pipe Serena.jpg|thumbnail|Outdoor half-pipe water slide at Serena]] * {{do | name=Espoo archipelago | alt= | url=http://www.visitespoo.fi/visitors_guide/enjoy/archipelago/scheduled__boats | email= | address= | lat=60.140626 | long=24.764998 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Many small islands outside Espoo can be visited by boat in the summer. They are great for hiking and camping. }} * {{do | name=Classical music | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolasinfonietta.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.17780 | long=24.80440 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tapiola Sinfonietta is an orchestra specializing in Viennese classical music, but also plays modern music. They perform regularly in the Tapiolasali concert hall, sometimes together with international guest soloists. }} * {{do | name=Mini-Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolankeskus.fi/fi/Liikkeet-Palvelut/Espoon-kaupungin-palvelut-kulttuuri/miniTapiola | email= | address=Tapiola centre | lat=60.17618 | long=24.80328 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=09:00-21:00 | price=Free | image=Mini-Tapiola.jpg | lastedit=2015-12-21 | content="Mini-Tapiola" is a children's play park featuring a miniature version of the centre of Tapiola. Here children can have fun and familiarise themselves with the Tapiola district and basic traffic rules, while being safely overseen by their parents. }} * {{do | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Rantaraitti | url=http://www.espoo.fi/en-US/Housing_and_environment/Streets_and_Transport/Pedestrian_and_bicycle_traffic/Espoos_Waterfront_Walkway | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Any time | price=Free | lastedit=2015-04-26 | content=The Rantaraitti hiking trail runs along Espoo's entire coastline, from the border to Helsinki at Laajalahti all the way to the border to Kirkkonummi at Kauklahti. The trail is well marked with frequent Rantaraitti icons. You can start and end your hike at any point during the trail. }} * {{do | name=Laajalahti Nature Reserve | alt= | url=http://www.nationalparks.fi/en/laajalahti | email=villaelfvik@espoo.fi | address=Elfvikintie | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 816-54400 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-06-14 | content=Bird wetland. It has a large nesting population and is also an important stop for migrating birds. Trails and bird watching towers. The Laajalahti bay consists mostly of shallow open water, but there are also a broad reedbed and shoreline groves and meadows. The nature centre Villa Elfvik is starting point for a 700-m nature trail and a 3-km trail to the southern end of the area by Otaniemi, where it combines with the Waterfront Walkway]. }} * {{Marker|type=do|lat=60.31505 | long=24.52835|name=[[Nuuksio National Park]]}}. This is a "go to" place in Espoo, being probably the most accessible "true Finnish forest" near Helsinki. There is parking and footpaths. Although one has a metalled path up to a beautiful lakeshore, none are completely accessible by wheelchairs or prams, since all include unmaintained sections with rocky slopes and/or tree roots blocking the way. * Cinema ** {{do | name=Finnkino | alt= | url=http://www.finnkino.fi/eng | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Finnkino runs movie theatres in the shopping centres Iso Omena and Sello. }} ** {{do | name=Bio Grani | alt= | url=http://www.biograni.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Kauniainen | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} ** {{do | name=Kino Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.kinotapiola.fi/elokuvateatteri | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Tapiola | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} * {{do | name=Serena Water Amusement Park | alt=Vesipuisto Serena | url=http://www.serena.fi/index.php?lang=en_EN | email=info.serena@puuhagroup.com | address=Tornimäentie 10 | lat=60.324525 | long=24.736514 | directions=Bus 236 from Leppävaara | phone=+358 9 887-0550 | tollfree= | hours=Summer and school holidays 11:00-19:00 or 20:00 (verify on website) | price=All-day pass €37, after 16:00 €32, family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) €136 | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=This is the largest water park in the Nordic countries with some 2,000 m² of heated pools indoors. The buildings have seen their best days, but kids love the water slides. An extra 1,000 m&sup2; of outdoor area is open in the summer. Serena is at its best in winter when you can kick back in a jacuzzi and watch people ski on the other side of the glass windows. }} * {{do | name=Watch a game | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Espoo has a team in many premier Finnish sports leagues. The football (soccer) team FC Honka play their home games in Tapiola sports park, Esport center is the home for Oilers (floorball) and Honka (basket ball), and in the winter many fans head to Metro Arena to see a home game of the local ice hockey team Kiekko-Espoo. }} * {{do | name=Vermo Horse Racing Track | alt=Vermon ravirata | url=https://www.vermo.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.2166 | long=24.8401 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-23 | content=Finland's premier horse racing track features races every Wednesday and some Saturdays. It also hosts the annual Finlandia-Ajo event part of the UET Masters Series. }} * {{do | name=Laguuni Keilis | alt= | url=https://laguuniin.fi/keilis/ | email= | address=Keilalahdentie 8 | lat=60.168959 | long=24.832052 | directions= | phone=+358 29-170-0353 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-11 | content=You can rent a standup paddleboard or a kayak. }} * Swimming pool ** {{do | name=Leppävaara Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39817 | email= | address=Veräjäpellonkatu 15 | lat=60.225941 | long=24.804007 | directions=Leppävaara Sports Park | phone=+358 9 8165-7570 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, hot tubs, cold water pool, wading pool, outdoor pool, virtual water exercise. Regular saunas and steam saunas. }} ** {{do | name=Keski-Espoo Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39363 | email= | address=Kaivomestarinkatu 2 | lat=60.210262 | long=24.659972 | directions=Kuninkaantie general upper secondary school building | phone=+358 9 8164-3469 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, learner's pool, jacuzzi, hybrid saunas (infrared and aroma). }} * {{do | name=Seapoint | alt= | url=https://seapoint.fi/fi_FI/seapoint-palvelut-2/vuokraveneet/espoo | email= | address=Skatantie 36 | lat=60.134888 | long=24.727341 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Motorboat rental at Suino marina in Suvisaaristo. }} * {{do | name=Mellsten Beach | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.155498 | long=24.781249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-17 | content=A popular public beach in the Haukilahti district. There is a café serving food and drinks and a lifeguard on duty. Chosen as the best beach for windsurfing in the entire capital region by university students. About 400 metres to the east there is another public beach called the Toppelund Beach which has no services and no lifeguard. There is a beach for dogs between them. }} ===Events=== [[File:Länsiväyläjuoksu 2013.jpg|thumb|The start of the Länsiväyläjuoksu event in 2013. The short run starts first, the long run and the walk start 15 minutes after that. This is intended to minimise collisions between runners and walkers.]] * {{do | name=Espoo Panee ja Juhlii | alt= | url=https://ravintolafatlizard.fi/en/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.185388 | long=24.820186 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=16:00 to 22:00 | price=Free entry, beer from €2 (minuscule samples) to €10 (full glass) | lastedit=2024-05-02 | content=The name means "Espoo is Brewing and Partying". A small-scale beer festival hosted by the brewery restaurant Fat Lizard in Otaniemi and held on the restaurant's terrace. Various Finnish breweries come to showcase their beer and there is usually live music played. Held on three separate Fridays in the summer, one in June, one in July and one in August. See the restaurant's website for more information. }} * {{do | name=Länsiväyläjuoksu | alt= | url=http://www.lansivaylajuoksu.fi | email= | address=Otaranta | lat=60.1857 | long=24.8349 | directions= | phone=+358 44-340-5326, +358 9 343 1067 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00–16:00 | price=Free/€15–60 depending on category and registration date | content=Espoo's most famous annual running and walking event. Held on a Sunday in late April. Three event categories: long run, short run and walk. All of them start and end at Otaranta. The long run is over 17 km and goes all across the Laajalahti bay, also visiting neighbouring Helsinki. The short run and the walk are 6 km and stay in Espoo. A nice opportunity to get some exercise and see the scenery in southern Finland. There is a fee for participation but spectating is free. }} ==Buy== ===Shopping centres=== [[File:Tapiolan keskustaa illalla.jpg|thumbnail|Department stores in Tapiola during the Christmas season]] * {{buy | name=Sello | alt= | url=http://www.sello.fi/opening-times | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21791 | long=24.80996 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest shopping centres in Finland with excellent traffic connections. Local trains A, E, S, U, Y and the night train L all stop at Leppävaara station which is just beside the shopping centre. Also many bus routes serve the area. Selection of retailers is geared Finnish and international clothing and consumer electronics chains. The shopping centre features several cafes, restaurants and fast food outlets as well as two large grocery stores. }} * {{buy | name=Iso Omena | alt= | url=http://www.isoomena.fi/en_US/ | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 | lat=60.16160 | long=24.73825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Large shopping centre serving the Matinkylä district. Bus lines 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 10K, 11, 31, 35, 112, 503, 132, 143, 145, 147, 150, 151, 154, 160 and 165. The selection of shops is fairly similar compared to the slightly larger Sello shopping centre, although there are some speciality shops geared towards a more upscale clientele. }} * {{buy | name=Entresse and Espoontori | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.20432 | long=24.65666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The two shopping centres, [http://entresse.fi/ Entresse] and [http://www.espoontori.fi/ Espoontori], serve the Central Espoo district near the Espoo train station. Local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop here. Both shopping centres are significantly smaller than the ones previously introduced. Espoontori features a grocery store, Tokmanni (a budget general store) and various smaller retailers. Entresse has a grocery store, jewellery shops and clothing stores. }} * '''[http://tla.fi Tapiola shopping district]{{Dead link|date=April 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', which includes [http://www.ainoatapiola.fi/en/ Ainoa], a Stockmann, and numerous smaller shops. * Smaller shopping centres are [http://www.lippulaiva.fi Lippulaiva] in Espoonlahti; Olari Prisma next to Iso Omena on the opposite side of Länsiväylä; [https://kauppakeskusniitty.fi Niitty] in Niittykumpu on the top of the district's metro station; Mankkaa and Viherlaakso; a hardware store area including the shopping centre Merituuli in Suomenoja; another similar area in Lommila and Muurala near Espoo centre, and numerous others. Most districts have at least one local grocery store (often with a couple of other shops and services in the same building). ===Outlet shops=== * {{buy | name=Iittala Outlet | alt= | url=http://www.iittala.fi/web/Iittalaweb.nsf/en/home | email= | address=Espoontie 25, Lommila | lat=60.21980 | long=24.66456 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Home decoration and kitchen utensils. }} * {{buy | name=Lumene | alt= | url=http://www.lumene.com | email= | address=Lasihytti 1, Kauklahti | lat=60.18679 | long=24.59925 | directions=Kauklahti, Western Espoo; local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop at Kauklahti station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Finnish cosmetics manufacturer Lumene's factory outlet. }} * {{buy | name=Espoon lahjatupa | alt= | url=http://www.espoonlahjatupa.fi | email= | address=Kirkkojärventie 3, Espoon keskus | lat=60.20550 | long= 24.65671 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An outlet shop rich in atmosphere selling Finnish handmade gifts and home decoration products. }} ===Outdoor markets=== Like most cities in Finland you can buy fruits, vegetables, fish and more and sit down for a cup of coffee at outdoor markets (''tori''). They are open 09:00–17:00. For maps and information on events, [http://www.espoontorikauppiaat.fi/index.php?lang=EN Espoon torikauppiaat ] association website. * Espoon keskus (Asematori) * Leppävaara markets (Läkkitori north of the railway station and Viaporin tori on the southern side, in the inner court of Sello shopping centre) * Espoonlahti market (Ulappatori) * Tapiola market * Karakallio market ===Flea markets=== * {{buy | name=Fida International | alt= | url=http://www.fida.info/fida-in-english/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-11-05| content=Fida International operates goodwill flea markets in four, mostly residential areas: Leppävaara (Harakantie 22) Matinkylä (Piispansilta 11), Tapiola (Kauppamiehentie 1) and Espoon Keskus (Kamreerintie 3). The selection in the shops mostly consists of used clothes, books and furniture. }} * {{buy | name=Espoo Recycling Centre | alt=Espoon kierrätyskeskus | url=http://www.kierratyskeskus.fi/in_english | email= | address=Matinpurontie 8 | lat=60.16216 | long=24.75559 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The selection includes furniture, clothes (also vintage), toys, books, sports equipment, electronics, cookware and cutlery. The shop has also a free of charge department with a small variety of clothes and other items. }} * {{buy | name=TC Secondhand | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/TCsecondhandMatinkyla | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44 972 7777 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 14:00–18:00, Sa 12:00–16:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Charity shop selling clothes and accessories. Sales revenue supports those in difficult life situations. }} * There are some self-service fleamarkets around Espoo like [http://www.akseli.info Akseli] (Sinikalliontie 1, Mankkaa) * {{buy | name=Red Cross Secondhand Store Galleria | alt=SPR Kontti Espoo Galleria | url=https://sprkontti.fi/pages/espoon-kontti-galleria | email= | address=Konstaapelinkatu 4 | lat=60.22157 | long=24.81411 | directions=in Galleria shopping center | phone=+358 40 750 5454 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09-20:00, Sa 10-17:00, Su 11-17:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-08-12 | content=Finnish Red Cross Kontti charity shop offers a wide range of second hand goods like clothes, household items, books and small furniture. The proceeds of Kontti are used for the relief work of the Finnish Red Cross in Finland and abroad. }} ==Eat== [[File:HanaholmenN.jpg|thumbnail|Hanasaari cultural centre, also has a restaurant with Scandinavian cuisine]] ===Budget=== * {{eat | name=Student diners in Otaniemi | alt= | url=https://kanttiinit.fi/ | email= | address=Otakaari 1 | lat=60.18611 | long=24.82828 | directions=several places in the area | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=lunchtime | price=€5–8 | content=The lunch restaurants of the Aalto University engineering schools offer cheap meals even for non-students. Most have 2–3 cheap options and one higher-price option. }} ** {{eat | name=Maukas | alt= | url=https://www.mau-kas.fi/ | email=info@mau-kas.fi | address=Vuorimiehentie 5 | lat=60.182841 | long=24.827977 | directions=in Otaniemi | phone=+358 40-705-0157 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–14:00 | price=€10.90 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Family-run lunch restaurant in Otaniemi, Espoo. }} ** {{eat | name=Fazer Food & Co. | alt= | url=https://www.foodandco.fi/ravintolat/Ravintolat-kaupungeittain/espoo/aalto-yliopisto-tuas/ | email=tuas@foodandco.fi | address=Maarintie 8 | lat=60.186838 | long=24.819370 | directions= | phone=+358 50-417-6537 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–13:30 | price=€7.55, dessert €1.65 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Pizzaman | url=http://www.pizzaman.fi | email= | address=Lippajärventie 29 | lat=60.22974 | long=24.71594 | directions= | phone=+358 9 512-0512 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–F 10–21:00, Sa Su 12:00–21:00 | price=regular pizzas €6–8 | content=Pizzaman is next to the K-Kauppa grocery store. Large pizzas. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haukimuori | url=http://www.haukimuori.com | email= | address=Iivisniemenkatu 2D | lat=60.14784 | long=24.69175 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=lunch €8 | content=A lunch restaurant in Iivisniemi district with home cooked delicious food. }} * {{eat | name=Täffä | alt= | url=https://www.teknologforeningen.fi/?lang=en | email= | address=Otakaari 22 | lat=60.18602 | long=24.83266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 (for Finnish students) to €8 | lastedit=2017-11-30 | content=Perhaps the most famous of the university student restaurants in Otaniemi, owned by the Teknologföreningen student association. Located in a nice-looking functionalist building, easy to spot by the long ledge hanging over its main entrance.<br />The restaurant is mainly for university students but is open for everyone, non-students just pay more. Still cheap.<br />Five choices available each day, of which one is vegetarian and one is a fancier and costlier à la carte option. Most famous for its spaghetti bolognese, served every Wednesday, perhaps the best spaghetti bolognese in Espoo. On Wednesdays, prepare for long queues, taking almost fifteen minutes just to get to order your food. }} * {{eat | name=Sodexo Keilasatama 5 | alt= | url=https://www.sodexo.fi/ravintolat/espoo/keilasatama-5 | email= | address=Keilasatama 5 | lat=60.173279 | long=24.829700 | directions=Metro station Keilaniemi, bus 555 | phone=+358 50-380-8490 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–13:00 | price=€11.30 | lastedit=2021-05-12 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Peshawar | alt= | url=https://www.peshawar.fi/ | email= | address=Kutojantie 3 | lat=60.209927 | long=24.754042 | directions= | phone=+358 9 888-1520 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-07-21 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Kalajärven pizzeria | alt= | url=https://kalajarvenpizzeria.fi/index.php? | email=info@kalajarvenpizzeria.fi | address=Ruskaniitty 4 | lat=60.305850 | long=24.739167 | directions=in Kalajärvi; along the road 120 | phone=+358 9 855-6856 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:00–, Sa Su 11:00–22:00 | price=€9–14 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content= }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Pork schnitzel with Koskenlaskija sauce at restaurant E.T. Charlie.jpg|thumb|right|Pork schnitzel]] * {{eat | name=Deli Rasoi | alt= | url=http://www.delhirasoi.fi/en/ | email= | address=Siltakatu 11 | lat=60.20378 | long=24.65905 | directions= | phone=+358 9 428-91892 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–Th 10:30–21:00, F–Su 11:00–22:00 | price=Lunch buffet €9.20 (M–F), €12 (weekend), mains from €12 | content=Tasty and authentic Indian food. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Dylan & Friends | alt= | url=https://www.dylan.fi/keilaniemi | email=friends@dylan.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.174885 | long=24.830884 | directions=in the Accountor Tower building, take the escalators on the left | phone=+358 40-125-8838 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-14:00, closed weekends | price=€14.50 | lastedit=2025-06-17 | content=A lunch restaurant in the Accountor Tower office building. Serves buffet lunch on weekdays. }} * {{eat | name=E.T. Charlie | alt= | url=https://ristorantecharlie.fi/ | email=info@ristorantecharlie.fi | address=Ukkohauentie 11–13 | lat=60.1633 | long=24.7761 | directions= | phone=+358 9 886-01761 | tollfree= | hours=11:00–21:00 mostly | price= | content=A spacious, stylish, comfortable restaurant in the quiet residential district of Haukilahti. Serves typical dishes available in restaurants in Finland: pastas, pizzas, steaks, and burgers. No famous speciality, but all dishes are worth trying. The kitchen closes at 21:00, but the restaurant usually stays open until midnight. Many local people come here often. There is a bus connection to Tapiola and Otaniemi (line 111) near the restaurant and it's a short walk away from the Haukilahti beach and marina. Main courses €11–25. }} * {{eat | name=Fat Lizard | alt= | url=http://ravintolafatlizard.fi/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.18558 | long=24.82041 | directions= | phone=+358 20-127-7710 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30 to 24:00 mostly | price=Lunch €12–17.50, main courses €18–32 | lastedit=2018-02-18 | content=One of the very few à la carte restaurants in Otaniemi. Highly stylish interior and good, if somewhat expensive, food. Easily accessible as it's next door to the Aalto University metro station. Lunch includes both a buffet at 12 € and an upgrade option for €5.50 extra. If you're feeling adventurous, try fried crickets as starters at €10. The restaurant also includes its own bar, serving various beers both from the Fat Lizard brewery (try some, they're refreshingly fruity lagers) and elsewhere. }} * {{eat | name=Fuku Supreme | alt= | url=https://www.fukusupreme.com/ | email=fukusupreme@ravintolafuku.com | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.218131 | long=24.809982 | directions=on the Viaporintori square, no entrance from inside Sello | phone=+358 50-5425-386 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-21:00, Sa 12:00-21:00, Su 12:00-20:00 | price=Buffet about €25 | lastedit=2025-05-04 | content=A sushi restaurant near the Sello shopping centre in Leppävaara. The buffet is rather good and included salad, sushi, warm food and desserts. Water, coffee and green tea is included, alcoholic drinks cost extra. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Grilli Toro | url=http://www.grillitoro.fi/ | email= | address=Louhentie 16 | lat= 60.18705 | long=24.79654 | directions= | phone=+358 9 460-427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A good selection of large steaks at a reasonable price in Pohjantori, north Tapiola, especially popular during lunchtime. }} * {{eat | name=Luukki Manor | alt=Luukin kartano | url=https://www.ravintolalaguna.fi/luukin-kartano | email=myynti@ravintolalaguna.fi | address=Luukintie 33 | lat=60.316378 | long=24.692171 | directions=in Luukki; along the road 120 | phone=+358 50-351-7728 | tollfree= | hours=June to August: daily 10:00–17:00; September to May: weekend 11:00–15:00 | price=€13–18 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content=A restaurant manor in the Luukki recreational area. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Johannes | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/restaurant/restaurant | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16395 | long=24.83595 | directions=Hanasaari Island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Scandinavian cuisine served in an environment of modern art. Good food, but the service is rather slow even as the restaurant is not even half full. The restaurant also has their own pale ale "Märket" (named after [[Lighthouses#Q3378321|the lighthouse]] west of [[Åland]]). }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Lime Leaf | url=http://eat.fi/en/espoo/banana-leaf | email= | address=Sello Rex, Leppävaara | lat=60.21760 | long= 24.80902 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Thai and Malay restaurant run by Chinese. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Nepal | alt= | url=https://ravintolanepal.fi | email= | address=Kivenlahdenkatu 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 348-9009 | tollfree= | hours=Tu–Th 11:00–21:00, F 11:00–22:00, Sa 12:00–22:00, Su 12:00–21:00 | price=Lunch starting from €9 (Tu–F), Mains starting from €12 | lastedit=2020-01-18 | content=Tasty and authentic Nepalese food in Espoo. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Sevilla Bar & Restaurante | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tapionaukio 3, Tapiola | lat=60.17680 | long=24.80556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Spanish-style restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Xin Long | alt= | url=http://xinlong.tilda.ws/ | email= | address=Tapiontori 3 | lat=60.17790 | long=24.80395 | directions= | phone=+358 9 855-0030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30–21:00 | price=Lunch €9 | lastedit=2016-03-09 | content=A Chinese restaurant near the centre of Tapiola. Famous for its all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, combining Chinese food and sushi. Not specifically a sushi restaurant, but the sushi is among the best in Espoo. The main courses include various varieties of beef, pork, chicken and tofu, and all are worth trying. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Accountor Tower by Keilalahti from Keilaniemi in Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland, 2022 April (cropped).jpg|thumb|right|The Accountor Tower high-rise building is one of the tallest buildings in Finland. Restaurant Lucy in the Sky is on the 20th floor.]] * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haikaranpesä | alt= | url=https://ravintolahaikaranpesa.fi/ | email= | address=Hauenkallio 3 | lat=60.16134 | long=24.76591 | directions= | phone=+358 9 452-4254 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–15:00, Sa Su 12:00–17:00 | price=Lunch buffet €56 | content=A panoramic restaurant in the water tower of Haukilahti. Open only for lunch! }} * {{eat | name=Lucy in the Sky | alt= | url=https://www.lucyinthesky.fi/ | email=lucy@lucyinthesky.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.175003 | long=24.830685 | directions= | phone=+358 40-353-2522 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00–22:30, F 11:00–00:00, Sa 13:00–00:00, Su 13:00–18:00, M closed | price=Main courses €30–40, set menus €70 | lastedit=2025-06-01 | content=A fashionable restaurant located on the top floor of the Accountor Tower office building on the sea shore, offering nice views over the cities of Espoo and Helsinki. A wide variety of dishes available as well as three set menus, of which one is vegetarian. Diverse wine list. }} ==Drink== [[File:Bemböle kaffestuga.jpg|thumbnail|Bemböle coffee house]] ===Cafés=== [[File:Kahvila Merenneito in March 2025.jpg|thumb|right|Café Merenneito]] * {{drink | name=Café Mellsten | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mellstenintie 6 | lat=60.15551 | long=24.77823 | directions=near the beach in Haukilahti | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A café that serves tasty and cheap lunch consisting of soup or pasta. }} * {{drink | name=Bembölen kahvitupa | alt=Bemböle kaffestuga | url=http://www.suomenkalastusmatkailu.fi/bembolenkahvitupa/ | email= | address=Bellinmäki 1 | lat= 60.22279 | long= 24.67391 | directions=Bemböle district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional café with century-old history next to the [[King's Road (Finland)|King's Road]]. }} * {{drink | name=Café Ankkuri | alt= | url=https://www.cafeotsolahti.com/ | email= | address=Sateenkaari 9 | lat=60.17251 | long=24.81331 | directions=Otsolahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café WeeGee | alt= | url=http://www.sodexo.fi/weegee {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Ahertajantie 5 | lat= 60.17879 | long=24.79707 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café Merenneito | alt= | url=http://www.cafemerenneito.fi | email= | address=Koukkuniementie 1A | lat= 60.15080 | long= 24.75212 | directions=Matinkylä district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kahvila Satakieli | alt= | url=http://www.espoo.fi/default.asp?path=1;28;11866;7969;7971 {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Elfvikintie 4 | lat= 60.20173 | long=24.82244 | directions=Laajalahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kaisan Café | alt= | url= | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 8 | lat=60.17404 | long=24.80408 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located in the "Sampokuja" building in central Tapiola. Open on weekdays only. Try their cinnamon buns, they're tasty, huge (perhaps the biggest in Espoo) and quite cheap. }} * {{drink | name=Vasikkasaaren kahvila | alt= | url= | email= | address=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | lat=60.14070 | long=24.75848 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Teen Challenge Finland meeting place | alt= | url=https://teenchallenge.fi | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44-972-7777 | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th 11:00–15:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Community café. Free of charge coffee and buns. }} ===Bars and pubs=== * {{drink | name=Base | url=http://www.ravintolabase.fi | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat= 60.21742 | long= 24.80885 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A cosy place for a drink, also situated at Sello. }} * {{drink | name=Bodom Bar & Sauna | alt= | url=http://www.bodombar.com/ | email= | address=Merituulentie 35 | lat=60.17087 | long=24.75664 | directions=near the Niittykumpu metro station | phone=+358 500-111-121 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant bar dedicated to the Finnish metal band Children of Bodom. Public sauna included. }} * {{drink | name=Gallows Bird | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/GallowsBirdTapiola | email=info.gallows@gmail.com | address=Länsituuli 5 | lat=60.174754 | long=24.802746 | directions=in the Ainoa shopping centre | phone=+358 50-330-4990 | tollfree= | hours=14:00 to 00:00 mostly | price=Beer about €10 | lastedit=2025-09-06 | content=A brewpub with a wide variety of different beers on tap, and they brew their own beers as well. A spacious outdoor terrace, but no spectacular views from the terrace to speak of. The pub also serves banh mi and tacos if you're hungry. }} * {{drink | name=Mitta ja Hana (former pub Satulinna) | url= | email= | address=Kirstintie 5 | lat= 60.20086 | long= 24.66648 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Likely the most famous pub in Espoo. }} * {{drink | name=William K | url= | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21740 | long=24.81024 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A passable beer pub with nice sunny outdoor seating. }} ===Nightclubs=== Most people head east to Helsinki when they're planning a night out, but there are a couple of night clubs in Espoo as well. * {{drink | name=Bada Bing | alt= | url=http://bada-bing.fi/badabing/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 10 | lat=60.17416 | long=24.80522 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The former Fellini/Aladdin is in the Tapiola district and attracts many young adults. R-22. }} * {{drink | name=Club Kannunkulma | url=http://www.kannunkulma.com | email= | address=Kannusillankatu 2 | lat= 60.20564 | long= 24.65353 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant in the daytime, and some form of entertainment every night. }} * {{drink | name=Bella Ciao | url= | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 A | lat=60.16139 | long= 24.73939 | directions=in the Iso-Omena mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa nights until 04:00 | price= | content=The place to go in Matinkylä. Like the others it is also a restaurant during the daytime. R-18 }} ==Sleep== [[File:Kaakkoista Espoota 23 kesä 2009.jpg|thumbnail|View towards Keilaniemi waterfront. Left: Fortum head office and Otaniemi water tower. Right: Life Science Center business park.]] ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Folkhälsan Solvallan Sports Institute Accommodation | alt= | url=https://www.folkhalsan.fi/en | email= | address=Nuuksiontie 82, Nuuksio | lat=60.29324 | long= 24.55798 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Comfort Hotel Sello | alt= | url=https://www.strawberryhotels.com/hotels/finland/espoo/comfort-hotel-sello/ | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 1 | lat=60.21699 | long=24.81368 | directions= | phone=+358 10-344-4200 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110, cheaper weekend rates |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A new design hotel next to Sello shopping centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Scandic Espoo | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/en/hotels/scandic-espoo | email= | address=Nihtisillantie 1 | lat= 60.20701 | long=24.75561 | directions= | phone=+358 9 435-20 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A chain hotel next to highway 1, best suited for those travelling by car as there isn't very much to see within walking distance. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Sokos Hotel Tapiola Garden | url=http://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/espoo/ | email=tapiolagarden.espoo@sokoshotels.fi | address=Tapionaukio 3 | lat= 60.17718 | long= 24.80701 | directions= | phone=+358 20-123-4616 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 1234 617 | hours= | price=From €83 | checkin= | checkout= | content=A largish, modern hotel in a pleasant neighbourhood of Tapiola. 154 (all non-smoking) rooms, sauna, exercise facilities, wireless Internet access, restaurant and bar. Convenient transport to Helsinki center by bus. Rooms in the northern part of the hotel have a scenic view facing a large pool. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Hanaholmen | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/ | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16389 | long=24.83593 | directions=on the Hanasaari island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2015-11-29 | content=Located in the Laajalahti bay between Espoo and Helsinki, Hanasaari island fits exactly the hotel, a short road to it and a stretch of the highway Länsiväylä. Hanasaari hotel hosts a Swedish cultural centre and is often used for conferences. It is also within a walking distance (1 km) from the Keilaniemi business district. Very easy to reach by bus via bus stops on the Länsiväylä. Notice that there is an unrelated Hanasaari power plant in Helsinki; ask the taxi driver for the hotel in Espoo! The hotel rooms offer magnificent sea views through their huge windows. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Korpilampi | url=https://www.korpilampi.fi/en/ | email=myynti@korpilampi.fi | address=Korpilammentie 5 | lat= 60.32512 | long=24.73045 | directions=in Lahnus; near the Serena Waterpark | phone=+358 9 613-8411 | tollfree= | fax= | price=€50–100 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, Espoo | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-espoo | email=info.espoo@radissonblu.com | address=Otaranta 2 | lat=60.18216 | long=24.83455 | directions=Aalto University campus in Otaniemi | phone=+358 20-123-4705 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110 | content=Popular among business travellers and academic visitors because of its location. }} ==Stay safe== Although a part of the Helsinki metropolitan area, Espoo has few or no problem spots and is exceptionally safe. There are various reasons. The population of Espoo is affluent, with few low-income neighbourhoods. Population is simply less concentrated, with few high-rise districts, traffic junctions or concentrations of nightlife. Thus, partygoers are more likely to head to Helsinki to cause trouble. Caution is warranted in urban districts (along the railway) with nightlife during Friday or Saturday nights, for instance in Leppävaara and Espoon keskus. Suvela and Kirstinmäki, next to Espoon keskus, is often mentioned as the only "ghetto" in Espoo, although this is more reputation than fact if compared to districts in Central or Eastern Helsinki. ==Connect== ==Cope== The Jorvi Hospital (''Jorvin sairaala'') is near Espoon keskus. This is the main emergency care and surgery facility in Espoo. This is a rather remote location relative to most other places in Espoo, 20 min by car from the southwestern corner. Private clinics (search for "lääkäriasema" in Espoo) are found in Espoon keskus, Matinkylä, Leppävaara and Tapiola. See: * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet#/94/mehilainen_matinkyla Mehiläinen Matinkylä]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Piispanportti 10 A, 3. floor) * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet/33 Mehiläinen Leppävaara]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Panorama Tower, Hevosenkenkä 3) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Espoontori/ Terveystalo Espoontori] (Kamreerintie 7) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Iso-Omena-C-torni/ Terveystalo Iso Omena] (Piispansilta 11) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Leppavaara/ Terveystalo Leppävaara] (Alberganesplanadi 1) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Tapiola/ Terveystalo Tapiola] (Ainoa, Länsituuli 7) * [https://www.aava.fi/toimipiste/aava-tapiola Aava Tapiola] (Länsituulentie 1 A) The police station ("Kilon poliisi") is in Kilo district, Nihtisillankuja 4. [http://www.poliisi.fi/en/westernuusimaa/contactinformation Contacts]. ==Go next== West: [[Kirkkonummi]]–[[Siuntio]]–[[Ingå]]–[[Raseborg]] (Karis–Ekenäs–Pojo)–[[Hanko]] — The next cities westwards accessible by bus, train or car. North: [[Vantaa]]–[[Klaukkala]]–[[Hyvinkää]] {{routebox | image1=Simple gold crown.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Turku]] | minorl1=[[Kirkkonummi]] | directionr1=E | minorr1=[[Vantaa]] (sidetrip [[Helsinki]]) | majorr1=[[Vyborg]] | link1=King's Road (Finland) | caption1=King's Road | image2=Tabliczka E18.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Turku]] | minorl2=[[Nuuksio National Park]] | directionr2=E | minorr2=junction [[Helsinki]] → [[Vantaa]] | majorr2=[[Saint Petersburg]] | link2=E18 }} {{usablecity}} {{isPartOf|Uusimaa}} {{geo|60.161667|24.738333}} {{mapmask| 60.342 , 24.750| 60.241 , 24.785| 60.253 , 24.831| 60.104 , 24.825| 60.088 , 24.651| 60.153 , 24.612| 60.213 , 24.503| 60.325 , 24.502| 60.313 , 24.564| 60.359 , 24.629}} sgt0og1ga83gwbcrxwmf1jpjgr6x0fz 5328754 5328753 2026-08-15T11:38:05Z Ground Zero 1423298 /* Shopping centres */ update link 5328754 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Espoon kulttuurikeskus night banner.jpg|caption=Espoo Cultural Centre}} '''Espoo''' ([[Swedish phrasebook|Swedish]]: ''Esbo'') with a population of a quarter of a million is the second largest city in Finland. It's part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area along with the cities of [[Helsinki]], [[Vantaa]], and the small city of '''Kauniainen''' (Swedish: '''Grankulla''') which is completely encircled by Espoo. Espoo as a tourism destination is popular for its easily accessible [[Nuuksio National Park]] (situated in northwestern Espoo) and seaside with 40 km long [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway Espoo Waterfront Walkway] and 165 islands in Espoo archipelago. The destination suits best for active recreation and outdoor exploring as well as for cultural and event stays. Official tourist information are provided by local destination management organization [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en Visit Espoo]. ==Understand== [[File:Isoomenasisältä.jpg|300px|thumbnail|Shopping at Iso Omena]] Espoo has several local regional centres, thus divided into seven major areas: Vanha-Espoo, Espoonlahti, Espoo, Kauklahti, Leppävaara, Matinkylä and Tapiola. The Espoo center (Espoon keskus) is the administrative centre, but doesn't rise above its peers with respect to population. The population is concentrated in an inverted F-shaped area defined by the railway to Espoo centre (north) and the highway Länsiväylä (south) up to Espoonlahti. The rest is sparsely populated, and north of Espoo centre, the area is mostly forested. While Kauniainen is an independent municipality, in practice it is contiguous with Espoo and has no notable sights or services to travellers besides a small shopping center. The science and technology-related campuses of the Aalto University are based in Otaniemi, Espoo, along with a thriving science community that includes numerous startups and organizations such as VTT – the Technical Research Centre of Finland. Nokia is headquartered in Karakallio, Espoo. Other high-tech companies such as KONE, Tekla and Fortum have their headquarters in Keilaniemi, Espoo, along with Microsoft's Finnish headquarters. ===Tourist information=== * [http://www.visitespoo.fi Visit Espoo] website ==Get in== ===By bus=== The south of Espoo is served by the local highway, Länsiväylä. Buses via Länsiväylä to destinations in Espoo leave from the Kamppi bus station (Kamppi shopping centre, ground floor). The orbital line 550 connects the train stations of Oulunkylä and Huopalahti with the south-eastern part of Espoo (Leppävaara, Laajalahti, Otaniemi, Tapiola and Westend). ===By train=== Northern Espoo and Espoo centre (''Espoon keskus'') are served by Helsinki commuter trains Y, U, L and E (25 min from Helsinki) to Middle- and West-Espoo. In addition, A train (every 10-20 minutes, 17 minutes from Helsinki) serves the east part of Espoo. See [https://www.vr.fi/rautatieasemat-ja-reitit/lahiliikenne#lahiliikennekartta local train map]. The {{go | name=Leppävaara railway station | address= | lat=60.219378 | long=24.813207 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Leppävaara railway station | content= }} is the only long-distance railway station in Espoo, serving traffic between Helsinki and Turku. The other stations in Espoo are also located on the same line but only serve local traffic. [[File:Matinkylä metro station (Nov 2017).jpg|thumb|Matinkylä metro station]] Southeastern Espoo is accessible from central Helsinki by metro, with trains every 3-10 minutes. Locations along the metro route include the Keilaniemi business district, Aalto University, Tapiola, Matinkylä and Kivenlahti, which serve as bus stations for feeder lines to destinations further afield. One in two trains terminates at Tapiola, while the rest continue all the way to Kivenlahti. The "Jokeri" orbital light rail (line 15) curves across eastern Espoo, connecting Keilaniemi, Aalto University, Leppävaara and then looping across northern Helsinki to terminate in [[Helsinki/Eastern suburbs|Itäkeskus]]. ===By plane=== {{See also|Helsinki Airport#Ground transportation}} Espoo is served by {{go | name=[[Helsinki Airport]] | alt={{IATA|HEL}} | url=http://www.helsinkiairport.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.317222 | long=24.963333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Helsinki Airport | image=Helsinki-vantaa aerial.jpg | wikidata=Q215327 | content= }}, from where it can be reached by taxi in half an hour or less. Also the public transport is quite convenient. Typical routes would be: * To southern Espoo, local train P from Helsinki Airport to Central Railway Station (''Rautatientori''), change to metro westbound (destination Tapiola or Matinkylä), change to feeder bus line if necessary. * To northern Espoo, local train I from Helsinki Airport to Huopalahti, change to local train Y, U, L, E or A northbound (see [https://www.vr.fi/cs/vr/fi/lahiliikenteen-reittikartta-fi local train map]{{Dead link|date=April 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}), change to feeder bus line if necessary. ===By car=== Highways 1 and 51 pass through Espoo, as do the westernmost portions of ring road one and three. ===By yacht=== There is a range of guest harbours in the archipelago. For reaching the mainland, there is at least the following: * {{go | name=Nuottaniemi | alt= | url=https://espoonpursiseura.fi/en/ports-and-facilities/home-harbour/ | email= | address=Nuottatie 19 | lat=60.1410 | long=24.7382 | directions= | phone=+358 44-901-6138 (16:00–20:00 during the sailing season) | tollfree= | hours= | price=€25 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Harbour of the yacht club Espoon pursiseura. There are a few guest berths and vacant member berths can be used as instructed by the harbour hands. Use them if your draught is more than 1.8 m. Water, WC, showers, sauna, Wi-Fi and septic tank emptying included. Restaurant. Fuel at Skata across the bay. }} ==Get around== {{Mapframe|60.22720|24.74739|zoom=10|height=400|width=400}} {{See also|Helsinki#Get around}} Espoo is part of the capital region's HSL public transport system. Tickets and journey information can be found by dowloading HSL app. Espoo is located in zones B and C. From east to west is located Espoo's metro line (Keilaniemi-Kivenlahti), connecting the south part of the city with Helsinki. Another east-west connection is covered with local trains and goes through middle of Espoo (Leppävaara - Espoo Center). North and south Espoo is then connected with plenty of bus routes and cycling trails. ===By train=== Trains A, E, S, U run across Espoo. Train L runs late at night and on weekend mornings. Suburbs in southeastern Espoo including Tapiola and Matinkylä are connected by metro. ====Jokeri light rail==== The first light rail line of the capital region called '''[https://raidejokeri.info/en/ Jokeri]''' was opened in 2023. In the Espoo area, the route runs from Keilaniemi to Vermo in Leppävaara, from where the route continues to the Helsinki side. ===By bus=== Buses are frequent and convenient enough. Check the HSL app for timetables. {{marker|type=around | name=Kauniainen | url=https://www.kauniainen.fi/en/ | lat=60.210844 | long=24.729413 }} is a part of the Espoo zone. ===By bike=== There are excellent cycling paths almost everywhere in Espoo and smoothly connected with [[Helsinki]]. From beginning of April till end of October it is possible to use City Bikes. Espoo and Helsinki use the same City Bikes system and provider making it easy to move around. There are over 460 City Bikes stations and over 4 600 bikes in A and B zone of HSL public transport. Remember to wear a helmet. City Bikes are not available in the zone C. ===By electric scooter=== Swedish [http://www.voiscooters.com Voi], German [https://tier.app Tier], American [https://www.li.me/en-us/home Lime] and Finnish [https://www.joescooter.fi/ Joe Scooter] rent electric kick scooters. The companies aim to keep the scooters available also in winter, conditions permitting, but the vehicles are not ideal in snowy or slippery conditions. ===By boat=== * {{listing | type = around | name = Scheduled boat lines to Espoo islands | alt = | url = https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-espoo-islands | email = | address = | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = Main season is from beginning of June to middle of August when all boat lines operate between Tuesdays-Sundays. Outside of main season some of the boat lines are available on weekends during May and end of August and September. | price = | wikidata = | lastedit = 2026-08-13 | content = }} * [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-between-espoo-and-helsinki '''Scheduled boat lines between Espoo and Helsinki'''] ===By taxi=== * {{go | name=Helsinki Limo | alt= | url=http://www.helsinkilimo.com | email=info@helsinkilimo.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-787-0360, +358 20-787-0360 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Will provide airport pick-ups, private car services as transfers and longer trips. Their vehicles are always new and black with leather interior. Drivers speak English and can even, by order, give short sightseeings. }} * {{go | name=Lähitaksi | alt= | url=https://www.lahitaksi.fi/en | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 100-7300 (extra charge: €1.92+€2.5/min+pvm) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-07-09 | content=Traditionally the main taxi dispatch service in the capital region outside of Helsinki. Smartphone app: Taksini }} ==See == [[File:Helsinki University of Technology auditorium.jpg|thumbnail|Aalto University auditorium in Otaniemi]] [[File:Taskumattitaloja Tapiolassa.jpg|thumbnail|"Hip flask" houses in Tapiola]] [[File:MIKES in Otaniemi.jpg|thumb|right|Mikes in Otaniemi. In the centre is Finland's most accurate clock, with an inaccuracy of only a few nanoseconds per year.]] ==== Natural sights ==== * {{see | name=Nuuksio National Park | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price=Free | content=One of Finland's most popular national parks. Located in Espoo, southern Finland, with just a short drive to Helsinki City Center, Nuuksio offers truly Finnish scenery of deep forests, pure lakes, and peaceful natural landscapes, along with visitor services that make exploring the area easy and convenient. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Espoon rantaraitti | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=A 40-km-long gravel path following the coastal line of Baltic Sea. The path is perfect for walking, cycling and jogging with plenty of cafés, restaurants, saunas and viewpoints along the way. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Pentala Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/pentala-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from beginning of June till end of August | price= | content=Known for being the iconic island with a lake with another island on the lake and for its history of being home to one Finnish fishing family back in the 1790s - 1986. There is an Archipelago Museum Pentala on the island with several buidling accessible free of charge with an exception for guided tours in Gurli's House (operated by KAMU Espoo City Museum). Visitors can access the island with public boats running from smaller Espoo's harbours during summer season (June-August). On the island operates summer Café Pentala. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/iso-vasikkasaari-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from mid May till mid September | price= | content=The closest island from the mainland is perfect for a day trip visit. Visitors find nature trail around the island, playground for children, smaller swimming beaches, Discgolf cour and a summer Restaurant Gula Villan. It is possible to reach the island by scheduled public boats available from mid May till mid September (note: outside the main season available only on weekends). |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Oittaa Area | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park/oittaa-area | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Outdoor recreational area in the south part of Lake Bodom. From Oittaa Beach, outdoor gym, 3x different Disc Golf Courts and Angry Birds park for children popular during summer to first cross-country skiing trails available usually from November till April. The area offers also Restaurant Oittaa, public sauna and sport equipment rental (xc-skies, mountain bikes, kayaks, etc.) in HiihtoCenter Oittaa. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Central Park | alt=Espoon keskuspuisto | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Like New York and Helsinki, Espoo also has its own central park. The park consists mostly of dense spruce forest, with some steep hills. Has maintained walking and cycling paths and trails, although they might be inaccessible to wheeled vehicles (prams, wheelchairs) with snowfall. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Marketta Park | alt= | url=https://www.marketanpuisto.fi/marketta-park-en/ | email= | address=Pehtorinkuja 3 | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-21:00 | price=Free | content=This park is a permanent garden exhibition next to and operated by the Överby gardening vocational school. Stroll around and look at the works by the students. If you are an amateur gardener yourself, you'll perhaps get some ideas for your own garden. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} ==== Cultural sights ==== * {{see | name=The Gallen-Kallela museum | alt= | url=http://www.gallen-kallela.fi/en/ | email= | address=Gallen-Kallelan tie 27 | lat=60.206389 | long=24.838333 | directions= | phone=+358 9 849 2340 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-16:00 | price=€8 | content=A small museum of the Finnish painter Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865–1931) who is best known for his illustrations of the Kalevala, the Finnish national epic. The museum is located in a castle-like house, Tarvaspää, on a rocky hill facing the sea, originally designed and built by Akseli Gallen-Kallela 1911–1913 as a combined home for his family and a studio. The museum presents not only the works of Akseli Gallen-Kallela, but also tells the story of his family and contains a collection of artefacts brought back from their travels to Africa. }} * {{see | name=Otaniemi Campus | alt= | url= | email= | address=Otaniementie 8 | lat=60.185562 | long=24.827538 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2017-07-05| content=The campus of Aalto University (former Helsinki University of Technology) was designed by Alvar Aalto in organic modernist style, and includes the Dipoli congress center designed by Reima and Raili Pietilä in an eccentric style (lacking in right angles). Most buildings of interest are located either on the main street, Otaniementie, or on Otakaari, a loop road going from Otaniementie via Dipoli to the dorm village (''Teekkarikylä''), returning to the other side of the main building. The Laajalahti nature protected area, a good birdwatching site, is accessed from Otaniemi. At the headquarters of the Geological Survey of Finland, there is a museum display of geology, minerals and in particular a piece of moon rock gifted by the United States. At Tekniikantie 1 is Mikes (Centre for Metrology and Accreditation), with Finland's most accurate clock on its wall. }} * {{see | name=EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art| alt= | url=https://emmamuseum.fi/en/ | email= | address=WeeGee Exhibition Centre, Ahertajantie 5 Espoo | lat=60.178689 | long=24.793109 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open Tuesdays to Sundays | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Glims Farmstead Museum | alt=Glims gårdsmuseum | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/glims-farmstead-museum | email= | address=Glimsintie 1, Karvasmäki | lat=60.221477 | long=24.680515 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local open air museum. }} * {{see | name=Espoo Car Museum | alt= | url=https://espoonautomuseo.fi/english/ | email= | address=Bodomintie 35, Pakankylä | lat=60.275614 | long=24.668197 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring (starting from Easter) and autumn: Sa Su 11:00-17:00; summer: Tu-Su 11:00 to 17:00 | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo cathedral | alt= | url= | email= | address=Kirkkokatu 1 | lat=60.209284 | long=24.653593 | directions= | phone=+358 9 862-5000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=free | content=The cathedral near Espoon Keskus is over 500 years old and built out of granite stone. }} * {{see | name=Espoo TV and radio mast | alt=Espoon radio- ja televisioasema | url= | email= | address=Pellavakaskentie, Espoo | lat=60.17719 | long=24.64055 | directions=Latokaski district, 1 km walking from the closest bus stop (Latokasken koulu) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=At 326 m, it is the tallest structure in the capital region and the third tallest in Finland (two other masts are 327 m high). It isn't the Eiffel tower – you can't climb it or even get next to it (the immediate surroundings are closed off with a fence) but it's there; there is a walking trail next to the place. }} * {{see | name=Architecture in Tapiola | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.17879 | long=24.80601| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Tapiola district in the east of Espoo was constructed as a garden city in the 1950s and 1960s. The district is a showcase of Finnish architecture from that period and many of the buildings look quite innovative and unusual even today. }} * {{see | name=Glims Pks4H Petting Zoo | alt= | url=https://www.pks4h.fi/muu-toiminta/kotielainpihat/glimsin-4h-kotielainpiha/ | email=elainvastaava@4h.fi | address=Glimsintie 1 | lat=60.2208644 | long=24.6801625 | directions=near Jorvi hospital | phone=+358 45-783-17764 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-04-18 | content=In Glims you will find several different domestic animals such as sheep. Children can hug animals. }} * {{see | name=Lake Bodom | alt=Bodominjärvi | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.25644 | long=24.66473 | directions=near the Nuuksio National Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-02-09 | content=The most popular beach in Espoo has a grim history, it is the site of probably the most well-known unsolved mystery in Finland, the Lake Bodom murders. This is where the band Children of Bodom got their name from. }} ==Do== [[File:Mini-Tapiola.jpg|thumb|right|"Mini-Tapiola" in autumn 2006]] [[File:Half Pipe Serena.jpg|thumbnail|Outdoor half-pipe water slide at Serena]] * {{do | name=Espoo archipelago | alt= | url=http://www.visitespoo.fi/visitors_guide/enjoy/archipelago/scheduled__boats | email= | address= | lat=60.140626 | long=24.764998 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Many small islands outside Espoo can be visited by boat in the summer. They are great for hiking and camping. }} * {{do | name=Classical music | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolasinfonietta.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.17780 | long=24.80440 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tapiola Sinfonietta is an orchestra specializing in Viennese classical music, but also plays modern music. They perform regularly in the Tapiolasali concert hall, sometimes together with international guest soloists. }} * {{do | name=Mini-Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolankeskus.fi/fi/Liikkeet-Palvelut/Espoon-kaupungin-palvelut-kulttuuri/miniTapiola | email= | address=Tapiola centre | lat=60.17618 | long=24.80328 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=09:00-21:00 | price=Free | image=Mini-Tapiola.jpg | lastedit=2015-12-21 | content="Mini-Tapiola" is a children's play park featuring a miniature version of the centre of Tapiola. Here children can have fun and familiarise themselves with the Tapiola district and basic traffic rules, while being safely overseen by their parents. }} * {{do | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Rantaraitti | url=http://www.espoo.fi/en-US/Housing_and_environment/Streets_and_Transport/Pedestrian_and_bicycle_traffic/Espoos_Waterfront_Walkway | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Any time | price=Free | lastedit=2015-04-26 | content=The Rantaraitti hiking trail runs along Espoo's entire coastline, from the border to Helsinki at Laajalahti all the way to the border to Kirkkonummi at Kauklahti. The trail is well marked with frequent Rantaraitti icons. You can start and end your hike at any point during the trail. }} * {{do | name=Laajalahti Nature Reserve | alt= | url=http://www.nationalparks.fi/en/laajalahti | email=villaelfvik@espoo.fi | address=Elfvikintie | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 816-54400 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-06-14 | content=Bird wetland. It has a large nesting population and is also an important stop for migrating birds. Trails and bird watching towers. The Laajalahti bay consists mostly of shallow open water, but there are also a broad reedbed and shoreline groves and meadows. The nature centre Villa Elfvik is starting point for a 700-m nature trail and a 3-km trail to the southern end of the area by Otaniemi, where it combines with the Waterfront Walkway]. }} * {{Marker|type=do|lat=60.31505 | long=24.52835|name=[[Nuuksio National Park]]}}. This is a "go to" place in Espoo, being probably the most accessible "true Finnish forest" near Helsinki. There is parking and footpaths. Although one has a metalled path up to a beautiful lakeshore, none are completely accessible by wheelchairs or prams, since all include unmaintained sections with rocky slopes and/or tree roots blocking the way. * Cinema ** {{do | name=Finnkino | alt= | url=http://www.finnkino.fi/eng | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Finnkino runs movie theatres in the shopping centres Iso Omena and Sello. }} ** {{do | name=Bio Grani | alt= | url=http://www.biograni.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Kauniainen | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} ** {{do | name=Kino Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.kinotapiola.fi/elokuvateatteri | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Tapiola | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} * {{do | name=Serena Water Amusement Park | alt=Vesipuisto Serena | url=http://www.serena.fi/index.php?lang=en_EN | email=info.serena@puuhagroup.com | address=Tornimäentie 10 | lat=60.324525 | long=24.736514 | directions=Bus 236 from Leppävaara | phone=+358 9 887-0550 | tollfree= | hours=Summer and school holidays 11:00-19:00 or 20:00 (verify on website) | price=All-day pass €37, after 16:00 €32, family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) €136 | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=This is the largest water park in the Nordic countries with some 2,000 m² of heated pools indoors. The buildings have seen their best days, but kids love the water slides. An extra 1,000 m&sup2; of outdoor area is open in the summer. Serena is at its best in winter when you can kick back in a jacuzzi and watch people ski on the other side of the glass windows. }} * {{do | name=Watch a game | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Espoo has a team in many premier Finnish sports leagues. The football (soccer) team FC Honka play their home games in Tapiola sports park, Esport center is the home for Oilers (floorball) and Honka (basket ball), and in the winter many fans head to Metro Arena to see a home game of the local ice hockey team Kiekko-Espoo. }} * {{do | name=Vermo Horse Racing Track | alt=Vermon ravirata | url=https://www.vermo.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.2166 | long=24.8401 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-23 | content=Finland's premier horse racing track features races every Wednesday and some Saturdays. It also hosts the annual Finlandia-Ajo event part of the UET Masters Series. }} * {{do | name=Laguuni Keilis | alt= | url=https://laguuniin.fi/keilis/ | email= | address=Keilalahdentie 8 | lat=60.168959 | long=24.832052 | directions= | phone=+358 29-170-0353 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-11 | content=You can rent a standup paddleboard or a kayak. }} * Swimming pool ** {{do | name=Leppävaara Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39817 | email= | address=Veräjäpellonkatu 15 | lat=60.225941 | long=24.804007 | directions=Leppävaara Sports Park | phone=+358 9 8165-7570 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, hot tubs, cold water pool, wading pool, outdoor pool, virtual water exercise. Regular saunas and steam saunas. }} ** {{do | name=Keski-Espoo Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39363 | email= | address=Kaivomestarinkatu 2 | lat=60.210262 | long=24.659972 | directions=Kuninkaantie general upper secondary school building | phone=+358 9 8164-3469 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, learner's pool, jacuzzi, hybrid saunas (infrared and aroma). }} * {{do | name=Seapoint | alt= | url=https://seapoint.fi/fi_FI/seapoint-palvelut-2/vuokraveneet/espoo | email= | address=Skatantie 36 | lat=60.134888 | long=24.727341 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Motorboat rental at Suino marina in Suvisaaristo. }} * {{do | name=Mellsten Beach | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.155498 | long=24.781249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-17 | content=A popular public beach in the Haukilahti district. There is a café serving food and drinks and a lifeguard on duty. Chosen as the best beach for windsurfing in the entire capital region by university students. About 400 metres to the east there is another public beach called the Toppelund Beach which has no services and no lifeguard. There is a beach for dogs between them. }} ===Events=== [[File:Länsiväyläjuoksu 2013.jpg|thumb|The start of the Länsiväyläjuoksu event in 2013. The short run starts first, the long run and the walk start 15 minutes after that. This is intended to minimise collisions between runners and walkers.]] * {{do | name=Espoo Panee ja Juhlii | alt= | url=https://ravintolafatlizard.fi/en/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.185388 | long=24.820186 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=16:00 to 22:00 | price=Free entry, beer from €2 (minuscule samples) to €10 (full glass) | lastedit=2024-05-02 | content=The name means "Espoo is Brewing and Partying". A small-scale beer festival hosted by the brewery restaurant Fat Lizard in Otaniemi and held on the restaurant's terrace. Various Finnish breweries come to showcase their beer and there is usually live music played. Held on three separate Fridays in the summer, one in June, one in July and one in August. See the restaurant's website for more information. }} * {{do | name=Länsiväyläjuoksu | alt= | url=http://www.lansivaylajuoksu.fi | email= | address=Otaranta | lat=60.1857 | long=24.8349 | directions= | phone=+358 44-340-5326, +358 9 343 1067 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00–16:00 | price=Free/€15–60 depending on category and registration date | content=Espoo's most famous annual running and walking event. Held on a Sunday in late April. Three event categories: long run, short run and walk. All of them start and end at Otaranta. The long run is over 17 km and goes all across the Laajalahti bay, also visiting neighbouring Helsinki. The short run and the walk are 6 km and stay in Espoo. A nice opportunity to get some exercise and see the scenery in southern Finland. There is a fee for participation but spectating is free. }} ==Buy== ===Shopping centres=== [[File:Tapiolan keskustaa illalla.jpg|thumbnail|Department stores in Tapiola during the Christmas season]] * {{buy | name=Sello | alt= | url=http://www.sello.fi/opening-times | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21791 | long=24.80996 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest shopping centres in Finland with excellent traffic connections. Local trains A, E, S, U, Y and the night train L all stop at Leppävaara station which is just beside the shopping centre. Also many bus routes serve the area. Selection of retailers is geared Finnish and international clothing and consumer electronics chains. The shopping centre features several cafes, restaurants and fast food outlets as well as two large grocery stores. }} * {{buy | name=Iso Omena | alt= | url=http://www.isoomena.fi/en_US/ | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 | lat=60.16160 | long=24.73825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Large shopping centre serving the Matinkylä district. Bus lines 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 10K, 11, 31, 35, 112, 503, 132, 143, 145, 147, 150, 151, 154, 160 and 165. The selection of shops is fairly similar compared to the slightly larger Sello shopping centre, although there are some speciality shops geared towards a more upscale clientele. }} * {{buy | name=Entresse and Espoontori | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.20432 | long=24.65666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The two shopping centres, [http://entresse.fi/ Entresse] and [http://www.espoontori.fi/ Espoontori], serve the Central Espoo district near the Espoo train station. Local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop here. Both shopping centres are significantly smaller than the ones previously introduced. Espoontori features a grocery store, Tokmanni (a budget general store) and various smaller retailers. Entresse has a grocery store, jewellery shops and clothing stores. }} * {{buy | name= Tapiola shopping district | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Includes [https://www.ainoatapiola.fi/ AINOA Tapiola Commercial Centre], a Stockmann, and numerous smaller shops. }} * Smaller shopping centres are [http://www.lippulaiva.fi Lippulaiva] in Espoonlahti; Olari Prisma next to Iso Omena on the opposite side of Länsiväylä; [https://kauppakeskusniitty.fi Niitty] in Niittykumpu on the top of the district's metro station; Mankkaa and Viherlaakso; a hardware store area including the shopping centre Merituuli in Suomenoja; another similar area in Lommila and Muurala near Espoo centre, and numerous others. Most districts have at least one local grocery store (often with a couple of other shops and services in the same building). ===Outlet shops=== * {{buy | name=Iittala Outlet | alt= | url=http://www.iittala.fi/web/Iittalaweb.nsf/en/home | email= | address=Espoontie 25, Lommila | lat=60.21980 | long=24.66456 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Home decoration and kitchen utensils. }} * {{buy | name=Lumene | alt= | url=http://www.lumene.com | email= | address=Lasihytti 1, Kauklahti | lat=60.18679 | long=24.59925 | directions=Kauklahti, Western Espoo; local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop at Kauklahti station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Finnish cosmetics manufacturer Lumene's factory outlet. }} * {{buy | name=Espoon lahjatupa | alt= | url=http://www.espoonlahjatupa.fi | email= | address=Kirkkojärventie 3, Espoon keskus | lat=60.20550 | long= 24.65671 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An outlet shop rich in atmosphere selling Finnish handmade gifts and home decoration products. }} ===Outdoor markets=== Like most cities in Finland you can buy fruits, vegetables, fish and more and sit down for a cup of coffee at outdoor markets (''tori''). They are open 09:00–17:00. For maps and information on events, [http://www.espoontorikauppiaat.fi/index.php?lang=EN Espoon torikauppiaat ] association website. * Espoon keskus (Asematori) * Leppävaara markets (Läkkitori north of the railway station and Viaporin tori on the southern side, in the inner court of Sello shopping centre) * Espoonlahti market (Ulappatori) * Tapiola market * Karakallio market ===Flea markets=== * {{buy | name=Fida International | alt= | url=http://www.fida.info/fida-in-english/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-11-05| content=Fida International operates goodwill flea markets in four, mostly residential areas: Leppävaara (Harakantie 22) Matinkylä (Piispansilta 11), Tapiola (Kauppamiehentie 1) and Espoon Keskus (Kamreerintie 3). The selection in the shops mostly consists of used clothes, books and furniture. }} * {{buy | name=Espoo Recycling Centre | alt=Espoon kierrätyskeskus | url=http://www.kierratyskeskus.fi/in_english | email= | address=Matinpurontie 8 | lat=60.16216 | long=24.75559 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The selection includes furniture, clothes (also vintage), toys, books, sports equipment, electronics, cookware and cutlery. The shop has also a free of charge department with a small variety of clothes and other items. }} * {{buy | name=TC Secondhand | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/TCsecondhandMatinkyla | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44 972 7777 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 14:00–18:00, Sa 12:00–16:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Charity shop selling clothes and accessories. Sales revenue supports those in difficult life situations. }} * There are some self-service fleamarkets around Espoo like [http://www.akseli.info Akseli] (Sinikalliontie 1, Mankkaa) * {{buy | name=Red Cross Secondhand Store Galleria | alt=SPR Kontti Espoo Galleria | url=https://sprkontti.fi/pages/espoon-kontti-galleria | email= | address=Konstaapelinkatu 4 | lat=60.22157 | long=24.81411 | directions=in Galleria shopping center | phone=+358 40 750 5454 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09-20:00, Sa 10-17:00, Su 11-17:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-08-12 | content=Finnish Red Cross Kontti charity shop offers a wide range of second hand goods like clothes, household items, books and small furniture. The proceeds of Kontti are used for the relief work of the Finnish Red Cross in Finland and abroad. }} ==Eat== [[File:HanaholmenN.jpg|thumbnail|Hanasaari cultural centre, also has a restaurant with Scandinavian cuisine]] ===Budget=== * {{eat | name=Student diners in Otaniemi | alt= | url=https://kanttiinit.fi/ | email= | address=Otakaari 1 | lat=60.18611 | long=24.82828 | directions=several places in the area | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=lunchtime | price=€5–8 | content=The lunch restaurants of the Aalto University engineering schools offer cheap meals even for non-students. Most have 2–3 cheap options and one higher-price option. }} ** {{eat | name=Maukas | alt= | url=https://www.mau-kas.fi/ | email=info@mau-kas.fi | address=Vuorimiehentie 5 | lat=60.182841 | long=24.827977 | directions=in Otaniemi | phone=+358 40-705-0157 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–14:00 | price=€10.90 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Family-run lunch restaurant in Otaniemi, Espoo. }} ** {{eat | name=Fazer Food & Co. | alt= | url=https://www.foodandco.fi/ravintolat/Ravintolat-kaupungeittain/espoo/aalto-yliopisto-tuas/ | email=tuas@foodandco.fi | address=Maarintie 8 | lat=60.186838 | long=24.819370 | directions= | phone=+358 50-417-6537 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–13:30 | price=€7.55, dessert €1.65 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Pizzaman | url=http://www.pizzaman.fi | email= | address=Lippajärventie 29 | lat=60.22974 | long=24.71594 | directions= | phone=+358 9 512-0512 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–F 10–21:00, Sa Su 12:00–21:00 | price=regular pizzas €6–8 | content=Pizzaman is next to the K-Kauppa grocery store. Large pizzas. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haukimuori | url=http://www.haukimuori.com | email= | address=Iivisniemenkatu 2D | lat=60.14784 | long=24.69175 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=lunch €8 | content=A lunch restaurant in Iivisniemi district with home cooked delicious food. }} * {{eat | name=Täffä | alt= | url=https://www.teknologforeningen.fi/?lang=en | email= | address=Otakaari 22 | lat=60.18602 | long=24.83266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 (for Finnish students) to €8 | lastedit=2017-11-30 | content=Perhaps the most famous of the university student restaurants in Otaniemi, owned by the Teknologföreningen student association. Located in a nice-looking functionalist building, easy to spot by the long ledge hanging over its main entrance.<br />The restaurant is mainly for university students but is open for everyone, non-students just pay more. Still cheap.<br />Five choices available each day, of which one is vegetarian and one is a fancier and costlier à la carte option. Most famous for its spaghetti bolognese, served every Wednesday, perhaps the best spaghetti bolognese in Espoo. On Wednesdays, prepare for long queues, taking almost fifteen minutes just to get to order your food. }} * {{eat | name=Sodexo Keilasatama 5 | alt= | url=https://www.sodexo.fi/ravintolat/espoo/keilasatama-5 | email= | address=Keilasatama 5 | lat=60.173279 | long=24.829700 | directions=Metro station Keilaniemi, bus 555 | phone=+358 50-380-8490 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–13:00 | price=€11.30 | lastedit=2021-05-12 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Peshawar | alt= | url=https://www.peshawar.fi/ | email= | address=Kutojantie 3 | lat=60.209927 | long=24.754042 | directions= | phone=+358 9 888-1520 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-07-21 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Kalajärven pizzeria | alt= | url=https://kalajarvenpizzeria.fi/index.php? | email=info@kalajarvenpizzeria.fi | address=Ruskaniitty 4 | lat=60.305850 | long=24.739167 | directions=in Kalajärvi; along the road 120 | phone=+358 9 855-6856 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:00–, Sa Su 11:00–22:00 | price=€9–14 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content= }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Pork schnitzel with Koskenlaskija sauce at restaurant E.T. Charlie.jpg|thumb|right|Pork schnitzel]] * {{eat | name=Deli Rasoi | alt= | url=http://www.delhirasoi.fi/en/ | email= | address=Siltakatu 11 | lat=60.20378 | long=24.65905 | directions= | phone=+358 9 428-91892 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–Th 10:30–21:00, F–Su 11:00–22:00 | price=Lunch buffet €9.20 (M–F), €12 (weekend), mains from €12 | content=Tasty and authentic Indian food. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Dylan & Friends | alt= | url=https://www.dylan.fi/keilaniemi | email=friends@dylan.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.174885 | long=24.830884 | directions=in the Accountor Tower building, take the escalators on the left | phone=+358 40-125-8838 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-14:00, closed weekends | price=€14.50 | lastedit=2025-06-17 | content=A lunch restaurant in the Accountor Tower office building. Serves buffet lunch on weekdays. }} * {{eat | name=E.T. Charlie | alt= | url=https://ristorantecharlie.fi/ | email=info@ristorantecharlie.fi | address=Ukkohauentie 11–13 | lat=60.1633 | long=24.7761 | directions= | phone=+358 9 886-01761 | tollfree= | hours=11:00–21:00 mostly | price= | content=A spacious, stylish, comfortable restaurant in the quiet residential district of Haukilahti. Serves typical dishes available in restaurants in Finland: pastas, pizzas, steaks, and burgers. No famous speciality, but all dishes are worth trying. The kitchen closes at 21:00, but the restaurant usually stays open until midnight. Many local people come here often. There is a bus connection to Tapiola and Otaniemi (line 111) near the restaurant and it's a short walk away from the Haukilahti beach and marina. Main courses €11–25. }} * {{eat | name=Fat Lizard | alt= | url=http://ravintolafatlizard.fi/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.18558 | long=24.82041 | directions= | phone=+358 20-127-7710 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30 to 24:00 mostly | price=Lunch €12–17.50, main courses €18–32 | lastedit=2018-02-18 | content=One of the very few à la carte restaurants in Otaniemi. Highly stylish interior and good, if somewhat expensive, food. Easily accessible as it's next door to the Aalto University metro station. Lunch includes both a buffet at 12 € and an upgrade option for €5.50 extra. If you're feeling adventurous, try fried crickets as starters at €10. The restaurant also includes its own bar, serving various beers both from the Fat Lizard brewery (try some, they're refreshingly fruity lagers) and elsewhere. }} * {{eat | name=Fuku Supreme | alt= | url=https://www.fukusupreme.com/ | email=fukusupreme@ravintolafuku.com | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.218131 | long=24.809982 | directions=on the Viaporintori square, no entrance from inside Sello | phone=+358 50-5425-386 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-21:00, Sa 12:00-21:00, Su 12:00-20:00 | price=Buffet about €25 | lastedit=2025-05-04 | content=A sushi restaurant near the Sello shopping centre in Leppävaara. The buffet is rather good and included salad, sushi, warm food and desserts. Water, coffee and green tea is included, alcoholic drinks cost extra. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Grilli Toro | url=http://www.grillitoro.fi/ | email= | address=Louhentie 16 | lat= 60.18705 | long=24.79654 | directions= | phone=+358 9 460-427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A good selection of large steaks at a reasonable price in Pohjantori, north Tapiola, especially popular during lunchtime. }} * {{eat | name=Luukki Manor | alt=Luukin kartano | url=https://www.ravintolalaguna.fi/luukin-kartano | email=myynti@ravintolalaguna.fi | address=Luukintie 33 | lat=60.316378 | long=24.692171 | directions=in Luukki; along the road 120 | phone=+358 50-351-7728 | tollfree= | hours=June to August: daily 10:00–17:00; September to May: weekend 11:00–15:00 | price=€13–18 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content=A restaurant manor in the Luukki recreational area. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Johannes | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/restaurant/restaurant | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16395 | long=24.83595 | directions=Hanasaari Island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Scandinavian cuisine served in an environment of modern art. Good food, but the service is rather slow even as the restaurant is not even half full. The restaurant also has their own pale ale "Märket" (named after [[Lighthouses#Q3378321|the lighthouse]] west of [[Åland]]). }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Lime Leaf | url=http://eat.fi/en/espoo/banana-leaf | email= | address=Sello Rex, Leppävaara | lat=60.21760 | long= 24.80902 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Thai and Malay restaurant run by Chinese. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Nepal | alt= | url=https://ravintolanepal.fi | email= | address=Kivenlahdenkatu 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 348-9009 | tollfree= | hours=Tu–Th 11:00–21:00, F 11:00–22:00, Sa 12:00–22:00, Su 12:00–21:00 | price=Lunch starting from €9 (Tu–F), Mains starting from €12 | lastedit=2020-01-18 | content=Tasty and authentic Nepalese food in Espoo. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Sevilla Bar & Restaurante | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tapionaukio 3, Tapiola | lat=60.17680 | long=24.80556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Spanish-style restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Xin Long | alt= | url=http://xinlong.tilda.ws/ | email= | address=Tapiontori 3 | lat=60.17790 | long=24.80395 | directions= | phone=+358 9 855-0030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30–21:00 | price=Lunch €9 | lastedit=2016-03-09 | content=A Chinese restaurant near the centre of Tapiola. Famous for its all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, combining Chinese food and sushi. Not specifically a sushi restaurant, but the sushi is among the best in Espoo. The main courses include various varieties of beef, pork, chicken and tofu, and all are worth trying. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Accountor Tower by Keilalahti from Keilaniemi in Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland, 2022 April (cropped).jpg|thumb|right|The Accountor Tower high-rise building is one of the tallest buildings in Finland. Restaurant Lucy in the Sky is on the 20th floor.]] * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haikaranpesä | alt= | url=https://ravintolahaikaranpesa.fi/ | email= | address=Hauenkallio 3 | lat=60.16134 | long=24.76591 | directions= | phone=+358 9 452-4254 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–15:00, Sa Su 12:00–17:00 | price=Lunch buffet €56 | content=A panoramic restaurant in the water tower of Haukilahti. Open only for lunch! }} * {{eat | name=Lucy in the Sky | alt= | url=https://www.lucyinthesky.fi/ | email=lucy@lucyinthesky.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.175003 | long=24.830685 | directions= | phone=+358 40-353-2522 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00–22:30, F 11:00–00:00, Sa 13:00–00:00, Su 13:00–18:00, M closed | price=Main courses €30–40, set menus €70 | lastedit=2025-06-01 | content=A fashionable restaurant located on the top floor of the Accountor Tower office building on the sea shore, offering nice views over the cities of Espoo and Helsinki. A wide variety of dishes available as well as three set menus, of which one is vegetarian. Diverse wine list. }} ==Drink== [[File:Bemböle kaffestuga.jpg|thumbnail|Bemböle coffee house]] ===Cafés=== [[File:Kahvila Merenneito in March 2025.jpg|thumb|right|Café Merenneito]] * {{drink | name=Café Mellsten | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mellstenintie 6 | lat=60.15551 | long=24.77823 | directions=near the beach in Haukilahti | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A café that serves tasty and cheap lunch consisting of soup or pasta. }} * {{drink | name=Bembölen kahvitupa | alt=Bemböle kaffestuga | url=http://www.suomenkalastusmatkailu.fi/bembolenkahvitupa/ | email= | address=Bellinmäki 1 | lat= 60.22279 | long= 24.67391 | directions=Bemböle district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional café with century-old history next to the [[King's Road (Finland)|King's Road]]. }} * {{drink | name=Café Ankkuri | alt= | url=https://www.cafeotsolahti.com/ | email= | address=Sateenkaari 9 | lat=60.17251 | long=24.81331 | directions=Otsolahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café WeeGee | alt= | url=http://www.sodexo.fi/weegee {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Ahertajantie 5 | lat= 60.17879 | long=24.79707 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café Merenneito | alt= | url=http://www.cafemerenneito.fi | email= | address=Koukkuniementie 1A | lat= 60.15080 | long= 24.75212 | directions=Matinkylä district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kahvila Satakieli | alt= | url=http://www.espoo.fi/default.asp?path=1;28;11866;7969;7971 {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Elfvikintie 4 | lat= 60.20173 | long=24.82244 | directions=Laajalahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kaisan Café | alt= | url= | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 8 | lat=60.17404 | long=24.80408 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located in the "Sampokuja" building in central Tapiola. Open on weekdays only. Try their cinnamon buns, they're tasty, huge (perhaps the biggest in Espoo) and quite cheap. }} * {{drink | name=Vasikkasaaren kahvila | alt= | url= | email= | address=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | lat=60.14070 | long=24.75848 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Teen Challenge Finland meeting place | alt= | url=https://teenchallenge.fi | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44-972-7777 | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th 11:00–15:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Community café. Free of charge coffee and buns. }} ===Bars and pubs=== * {{drink | name=Base | url=http://www.ravintolabase.fi | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat= 60.21742 | long= 24.80885 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A cosy place for a drink, also situated at Sello. }} * {{drink | name=Bodom Bar & Sauna | alt= | url=http://www.bodombar.com/ | email= | address=Merituulentie 35 | lat=60.17087 | long=24.75664 | directions=near the Niittykumpu metro station | phone=+358 500-111-121 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant bar dedicated to the Finnish metal band Children of Bodom. Public sauna included. }} * {{drink | name=Gallows Bird | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/GallowsBirdTapiola | email=info.gallows@gmail.com | address=Länsituuli 5 | lat=60.174754 | long=24.802746 | directions=in the Ainoa shopping centre | phone=+358 50-330-4990 | tollfree= | hours=14:00 to 00:00 mostly | price=Beer about €10 | lastedit=2025-09-06 | content=A brewpub with a wide variety of different beers on tap, and they brew their own beers as well. A spacious outdoor terrace, but no spectacular views from the terrace to speak of. The pub also serves banh mi and tacos if you're hungry. }} * {{drink | name=Mitta ja Hana (former pub Satulinna) | url= | email= | address=Kirstintie 5 | lat= 60.20086 | long= 24.66648 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Likely the most famous pub in Espoo. }} * {{drink | name=William K | url= | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21740 | long=24.81024 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A passable beer pub with nice sunny outdoor seating. }} ===Nightclubs=== Most people head east to Helsinki when they're planning a night out, but there are a couple of night clubs in Espoo as well. * {{drink | name=Bada Bing | alt= | url=http://bada-bing.fi/badabing/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 10 | lat=60.17416 | long=24.80522 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The former Fellini/Aladdin is in the Tapiola district and attracts many young adults. R-22. }} * {{drink | name=Club Kannunkulma | url=http://www.kannunkulma.com | email= | address=Kannusillankatu 2 | lat= 60.20564 | long= 24.65353 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant in the daytime, and some form of entertainment every night. }} * {{drink | name=Bella Ciao | url= | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 A | lat=60.16139 | long= 24.73939 | directions=in the Iso-Omena mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa nights until 04:00 | price= | content=The place to go in Matinkylä. Like the others it is also a restaurant during the daytime. R-18 }} ==Sleep== [[File:Kaakkoista Espoota 23 kesä 2009.jpg|thumbnail|View towards Keilaniemi waterfront. Left: Fortum head office and Otaniemi water tower. Right: Life Science Center business park.]] ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Folkhälsan Solvallan Sports Institute Accommodation | alt= | url=https://www.folkhalsan.fi/en | email= | address=Nuuksiontie 82, Nuuksio | lat=60.29324 | long= 24.55798 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Comfort Hotel Sello | alt= | url=https://www.strawberryhotels.com/hotels/finland/espoo/comfort-hotel-sello/ | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 1 | lat=60.21699 | long=24.81368 | directions= | phone=+358 10-344-4200 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110, cheaper weekend rates |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A new design hotel next to Sello shopping centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Scandic Espoo | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/en/hotels/scandic-espoo | email= | address=Nihtisillantie 1 | lat= 60.20701 | long=24.75561 | directions= | phone=+358 9 435-20 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A chain hotel next to highway 1, best suited for those travelling by car as there isn't very much to see within walking distance. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Sokos Hotel Tapiola Garden | url=http://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/espoo/ | email=tapiolagarden.espoo@sokoshotels.fi | address=Tapionaukio 3 | lat= 60.17718 | long= 24.80701 | directions= | phone=+358 20-123-4616 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 1234 617 | hours= | price=From €83 | checkin= | checkout= | content=A largish, modern hotel in a pleasant neighbourhood of Tapiola. 154 (all non-smoking) rooms, sauna, exercise facilities, wireless Internet access, restaurant and bar. Convenient transport to Helsinki center by bus. Rooms in the northern part of the hotel have a scenic view facing a large pool. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Hanaholmen | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/ | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16389 | long=24.83593 | directions=on the Hanasaari island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2015-11-29 | content=Located in the Laajalahti bay between Espoo and Helsinki, Hanasaari island fits exactly the hotel, a short road to it and a stretch of the highway Länsiväylä. Hanasaari hotel hosts a Swedish cultural centre and is often used for conferences. It is also within a walking distance (1 km) from the Keilaniemi business district. Very easy to reach by bus via bus stops on the Länsiväylä. Notice that there is an unrelated Hanasaari power plant in Helsinki; ask the taxi driver for the hotel in Espoo! The hotel rooms offer magnificent sea views through their huge windows. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Korpilampi | url=https://www.korpilampi.fi/en/ | email=myynti@korpilampi.fi | address=Korpilammentie 5 | lat= 60.32512 | long=24.73045 | directions=in Lahnus; near the Serena Waterpark | phone=+358 9 613-8411 | tollfree= | fax= | price=€50–100 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, Espoo | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-espoo | email=info.espoo@radissonblu.com | address=Otaranta 2 | lat=60.18216 | long=24.83455 | directions=Aalto University campus in Otaniemi | phone=+358 20-123-4705 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110 | content=Popular among business travellers and academic visitors because of its location. }} ==Stay safe== Although a part of the Helsinki metropolitan area, Espoo has few or no problem spots and is exceptionally safe. There are various reasons. The population of Espoo is affluent, with few low-income neighbourhoods. Population is simply less concentrated, with few high-rise districts, traffic junctions or concentrations of nightlife. Thus, partygoers are more likely to head to Helsinki to cause trouble. Caution is warranted in urban districts (along the railway) with nightlife during Friday or Saturday nights, for instance in Leppävaara and Espoon keskus. Suvela and Kirstinmäki, next to Espoon keskus, is often mentioned as the only "ghetto" in Espoo, although this is more reputation than fact if compared to districts in Central or Eastern Helsinki. ==Connect== ==Cope== The Jorvi Hospital (''Jorvin sairaala'') is near Espoon keskus. This is the main emergency care and surgery facility in Espoo. This is a rather remote location relative to most other places in Espoo, 20 min by car from the southwestern corner. Private clinics (search for "lääkäriasema" in Espoo) are found in Espoon keskus, Matinkylä, Leppävaara and Tapiola. See: * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet#/94/mehilainen_matinkyla Mehiläinen Matinkylä]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Piispanportti 10 A, 3. floor) * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet/33 Mehiläinen Leppävaara]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Panorama Tower, Hevosenkenkä 3) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Espoontori/ Terveystalo Espoontori] (Kamreerintie 7) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Iso-Omena-C-torni/ Terveystalo Iso Omena] (Piispansilta 11) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Leppavaara/ Terveystalo Leppävaara] (Alberganesplanadi 1) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Tapiola/ Terveystalo Tapiola] (Ainoa, Länsituuli 7) * [https://www.aava.fi/toimipiste/aava-tapiola Aava Tapiola] (Länsituulentie 1 A) The police station ("Kilon poliisi") is in Kilo district, Nihtisillankuja 4. [http://www.poliisi.fi/en/westernuusimaa/contactinformation Contacts]. ==Go next== West: [[Kirkkonummi]]–[[Siuntio]]–[[Ingå]]–[[Raseborg]] (Karis–Ekenäs–Pojo)–[[Hanko]] — The next cities westwards accessible by bus, train or car. North: [[Vantaa]]–[[Klaukkala]]–[[Hyvinkää]] {{routebox | image1=Simple gold crown.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Turku]] | minorl1=[[Kirkkonummi]] | directionr1=E | minorr1=[[Vantaa]] (sidetrip [[Helsinki]]) | majorr1=[[Vyborg]] | link1=King's Road (Finland) | caption1=King's Road | image2=Tabliczka E18.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Turku]] | minorl2=[[Nuuksio National Park]] | directionr2=E | minorr2=junction [[Helsinki]] → [[Vantaa]] | majorr2=[[Saint Petersburg]] | link2=E18 }} {{usablecity}} {{isPartOf|Uusimaa}} {{geo|60.161667|24.738333}} {{mapmask| 60.342 , 24.750| 60.241 , 24.785| 60.253 , 24.831| 60.104 , 24.825| 60.088 , 24.651| 60.153 , 24.612| 60.213 , 24.503| 60.325 , 24.502| 60.313 , 24.564| 60.359 , 24.629}} slee3s3c3vqx2gwd7vi39osduiriawr 5328756 5328754 2026-08-15T11:39:51Z Ground Zero 1423298 /* By plane */ replace dead link 5328756 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Espoon kulttuurikeskus night banner.jpg|caption=Espoo Cultural Centre}} '''Espoo''' ([[Swedish phrasebook|Swedish]]: ''Esbo'') with a population of a quarter of a million is the second largest city in Finland. It's part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area along with the cities of [[Helsinki]], [[Vantaa]], and the small city of '''Kauniainen''' (Swedish: '''Grankulla''') which is completely encircled by Espoo. Espoo as a tourism destination is popular for its easily accessible [[Nuuksio National Park]] (situated in northwestern Espoo) and seaside with 40 km long [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway Espoo Waterfront Walkway] and 165 islands in Espoo archipelago. The destination suits best for active recreation and outdoor exploring as well as for cultural and event stays. Official tourist information are provided by local destination management organization [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en Visit Espoo]. ==Understand== [[File:Isoomenasisältä.jpg|300px|thumbnail|Shopping at Iso Omena]] Espoo has several local regional centres, thus divided into seven major areas: Vanha-Espoo, Espoonlahti, Espoo, Kauklahti, Leppävaara, Matinkylä and Tapiola. The Espoo center (Espoon keskus) is the administrative centre, but doesn't rise above its peers with respect to population. The population is concentrated in an inverted F-shaped area defined by the railway to Espoo centre (north) and the highway Länsiväylä (south) up to Espoonlahti. The rest is sparsely populated, and north of Espoo centre, the area is mostly forested. While Kauniainen is an independent municipality, in practice it is contiguous with Espoo and has no notable sights or services to travellers besides a small shopping center. The science and technology-related campuses of the Aalto University are based in Otaniemi, Espoo, along with a thriving science community that includes numerous startups and organizations such as VTT – the Technical Research Centre of Finland. Nokia is headquartered in Karakallio, Espoo. Other high-tech companies such as KONE, Tekla and Fortum have their headquarters in Keilaniemi, Espoo, along with Microsoft's Finnish headquarters. ===Tourist information=== * [http://www.visitespoo.fi Visit Espoo] website ==Get in== ===By bus=== The south of Espoo is served by the local highway, Länsiväylä. Buses via Länsiväylä to destinations in Espoo leave from the Kamppi bus station (Kamppi shopping centre, ground floor). The orbital line 550 connects the train stations of Oulunkylä and Huopalahti with the south-eastern part of Espoo (Leppävaara, Laajalahti, Otaniemi, Tapiola and Westend). ===By train=== Northern Espoo and Espoo centre (''Espoon keskus'') are served by Helsinki commuter trains Y, U, L and E (25 min from Helsinki) to Middle- and West-Espoo. In addition, A train (every 10-20 minutes, 17 minutes from Helsinki) serves the east part of Espoo. See [https://www.vr.fi/rautatieasemat-ja-reitit/lahiliikenne#lahiliikennekartta local train map]. The {{go | name=Leppävaara railway station | address= | lat=60.219378 | long=24.813207 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Leppävaara railway station | content= }} is the only long-distance railway station in Espoo, serving traffic between Helsinki and Turku. The other stations in Espoo are also located on the same line but only serve local traffic. [[File:Matinkylä metro station (Nov 2017).jpg|thumb|Matinkylä metro station]] Southeastern Espoo is accessible from central Helsinki by metro, with trains every 3-10 minutes. Locations along the metro route include the Keilaniemi business district, Aalto University, Tapiola, Matinkylä and Kivenlahti, which serve as bus stations for feeder lines to destinations further afield. One in two trains terminates at Tapiola, while the rest continue all the way to Kivenlahti. The "Jokeri" orbital light rail (line 15) curves across eastern Espoo, connecting Keilaniemi, Aalto University, Leppävaara and then looping across northern Helsinki to terminate in [[Helsinki/Eastern suburbs|Itäkeskus]]. ===By plane=== {{See also|Helsinki Airport#Ground transportation}} Espoo is served by {{go | name=[[Helsinki Airport]] | alt={{IATA|HEL}} | url=http://www.helsinkiairport.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.317222 | long=24.963333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Helsinki Airport | image=Helsinki-vantaa aerial.jpg | wikidata=Q215327 | content= }}, from where it can be reached by taxi in half an hour or less. Also the [https://www.vr.fi/ public transport] is quite convenient. Typical routes would be: * To southern Espoo, local train P from Helsinki Airport to Central Railway Station (''Rautatientori''), change to metro westbound (destination Tapiola or Matinkylä), change to feeder bus line if necessary. * To northern Espoo, local train I from Helsinki Airport to Huopalahti, change to local train Y, U, L, E or A northbound, change to feeder bus line if necessary. ===By car=== Highways 1 and 51 pass through Espoo, as do the westernmost portions of ring road one and three. ===By yacht=== There is a range of guest harbours in the archipelago. For reaching the mainland, there is at least the following: * {{go | name=Nuottaniemi | alt= | url=https://espoonpursiseura.fi/en/ports-and-facilities/home-harbour/ | email= | address=Nuottatie 19 | lat=60.1410 | long=24.7382 | directions= | phone=+358 44-901-6138 (16:00–20:00 during the sailing season) | tollfree= | hours= | price=€25 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Harbour of the yacht club Espoon pursiseura. There are a few guest berths and vacant member berths can be used as instructed by the harbour hands. Use them if your draught is more than 1.8 m. Water, WC, showers, sauna, Wi-Fi and septic tank emptying included. Restaurant. Fuel at Skata across the bay. }} ==Get around== {{Mapframe|60.22720|24.74739|zoom=10|height=400|width=400}} {{See also|Helsinki#Get around}} Espoo is part of the capital region's HSL public transport system. Tickets and journey information can be found by dowloading HSL app. Espoo is located in zones B and C. From east to west is located Espoo's metro line (Keilaniemi-Kivenlahti), connecting the south part of the city with Helsinki. Another east-west connection is covered with local trains and goes through middle of Espoo (Leppävaara - Espoo Center). North and south Espoo is then connected with plenty of bus routes and cycling trails. ===By train=== Trains A, E, S, U run across Espoo. Train L runs late at night and on weekend mornings. Suburbs in southeastern Espoo including Tapiola and Matinkylä are connected by metro. ====Jokeri light rail==== The first light rail line of the capital region called '''[https://raidejokeri.info/en/ Jokeri]''' was opened in 2023. In the Espoo area, the route runs from Keilaniemi to Vermo in Leppävaara, from where the route continues to the Helsinki side. ===By bus=== Buses are frequent and convenient enough. Check the HSL app for timetables. {{marker|type=around | name=Kauniainen | url=https://www.kauniainen.fi/en/ | lat=60.210844 | long=24.729413 }} is a part of the Espoo zone. ===By bike=== There are excellent cycling paths almost everywhere in Espoo and smoothly connected with [[Helsinki]]. From beginning of April till end of October it is possible to use City Bikes. Espoo and Helsinki use the same City Bikes system and provider making it easy to move around. There are over 460 City Bikes stations and over 4 600 bikes in A and B zone of HSL public transport. Remember to wear a helmet. City Bikes are not available in the zone C. ===By electric scooter=== Swedish [http://www.voiscooters.com Voi], German [https://tier.app Tier], American [https://www.li.me/en-us/home Lime] and Finnish [https://www.joescooter.fi/ Joe Scooter] rent electric kick scooters. The companies aim to keep the scooters available also in winter, conditions permitting, but the vehicles are not ideal in snowy or slippery conditions. ===By boat=== * {{listing | type = around | name = Scheduled boat lines to Espoo islands | alt = | url = https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-espoo-islands | email = | address = | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = Main season is from beginning of June to middle of August when all boat lines operate between Tuesdays-Sundays. Outside of main season some of the boat lines are available on weekends during May and end of August and September. | price = | wikidata = | lastedit = 2026-08-13 | content = }} * [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-between-espoo-and-helsinki '''Scheduled boat lines between Espoo and Helsinki'''] ===By taxi=== * {{go | name=Helsinki Limo | alt= | url=http://www.helsinkilimo.com | email=info@helsinkilimo.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-787-0360, +358 20-787-0360 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Will provide airport pick-ups, private car services as transfers and longer trips. Their vehicles are always new and black with leather interior. Drivers speak English and can even, by order, give short sightseeings. }} * {{go | name=Lähitaksi | alt= | url=https://www.lahitaksi.fi/en | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 100-7300 (extra charge: €1.92+€2.5/min+pvm) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-07-09 | content=Traditionally the main taxi dispatch service in the capital region outside of Helsinki. Smartphone app: Taksini }} ==See == [[File:Helsinki University of Technology auditorium.jpg|thumbnail|Aalto University auditorium in Otaniemi]] [[File:Taskumattitaloja Tapiolassa.jpg|thumbnail|"Hip flask" houses in Tapiola]] [[File:MIKES in Otaniemi.jpg|thumb|right|Mikes in Otaniemi. In the centre is Finland's most accurate clock, with an inaccuracy of only a few nanoseconds per year.]] ==== Natural sights ==== * {{see | name=Nuuksio National Park | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price=Free | content=One of Finland's most popular national parks. Located in Espoo, southern Finland, with just a short drive to Helsinki City Center, Nuuksio offers truly Finnish scenery of deep forests, pure lakes, and peaceful natural landscapes, along with visitor services that make exploring the area easy and convenient. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Espoon rantaraitti | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=A 40-km-long gravel path following the coastal line of Baltic Sea. The path is perfect for walking, cycling and jogging with plenty of cafés, restaurants, saunas and viewpoints along the way. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Pentala Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/pentala-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from beginning of June till end of August | price= | content=Known for being the iconic island with a lake with another island on the lake and for its history of being home to one Finnish fishing family back in the 1790s - 1986. There is an Archipelago Museum Pentala on the island with several buidling accessible free of charge with an exception for guided tours in Gurli's House (operated by KAMU Espoo City Museum). Visitors can access the island with public boats running from smaller Espoo's harbours during summer season (June-August). On the island operates summer Café Pentala. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/iso-vasikkasaari-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from mid May till mid September | price= | content=The closest island from the mainland is perfect for a day trip visit. Visitors find nature trail around the island, playground for children, smaller swimming beaches, Discgolf cour and a summer Restaurant Gula Villan. It is possible to reach the island by scheduled public boats available from mid May till mid September (note: outside the main season available only on weekends). |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Oittaa Area | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park/oittaa-area | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Outdoor recreational area in the south part of Lake Bodom. From Oittaa Beach, outdoor gym, 3x different Disc Golf Courts and Angry Birds park for children popular during summer to first cross-country skiing trails available usually from November till April. The area offers also Restaurant Oittaa, public sauna and sport equipment rental (xc-skies, mountain bikes, kayaks, etc.) in HiihtoCenter Oittaa. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Central Park | alt=Espoon keskuspuisto | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Like New York and Helsinki, Espoo also has its own central park. The park consists mostly of dense spruce forest, with some steep hills. Has maintained walking and cycling paths and trails, although they might be inaccessible to wheeled vehicles (prams, wheelchairs) with snowfall. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Marketta Park | alt= | url=https://www.marketanpuisto.fi/marketta-park-en/ | email= | address=Pehtorinkuja 3 | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-21:00 | price=Free | content=This park is a permanent garden exhibition next to and operated by the Överby gardening vocational school. Stroll around and look at the works by the students. If you are an amateur gardener yourself, you'll perhaps get some ideas for your own garden. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} ==== Cultural sights ==== * {{see | name=The Gallen-Kallela museum | alt= | url=http://www.gallen-kallela.fi/en/ | email= | address=Gallen-Kallelan tie 27 | lat=60.206389 | long=24.838333 | directions= | phone=+358 9 849 2340 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-16:00 | price=€8 | content=A small museum of the Finnish painter Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865–1931) who is best known for his illustrations of the Kalevala, the Finnish national epic. The museum is located in a castle-like house, Tarvaspää, on a rocky hill facing the sea, originally designed and built by Akseli Gallen-Kallela 1911–1913 as a combined home for his family and a studio. The museum presents not only the works of Akseli Gallen-Kallela, but also tells the story of his family and contains a collection of artefacts brought back from their travels to Africa. }} * {{see | name=Otaniemi Campus | alt= | url= | email= | address=Otaniementie 8 | lat=60.185562 | long=24.827538 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2017-07-05| content=The campus of Aalto University (former Helsinki University of Technology) was designed by Alvar Aalto in organic modernist style, and includes the Dipoli congress center designed by Reima and Raili Pietilä in an eccentric style (lacking in right angles). Most buildings of interest are located either on the main street, Otaniementie, or on Otakaari, a loop road going from Otaniementie via Dipoli to the dorm village (''Teekkarikylä''), returning to the other side of the main building. The Laajalahti nature protected area, a good birdwatching site, is accessed from Otaniemi. At the headquarters of the Geological Survey of Finland, there is a museum display of geology, minerals and in particular a piece of moon rock gifted by the United States. At Tekniikantie 1 is Mikes (Centre for Metrology and Accreditation), with Finland's most accurate clock on its wall. }} * {{see | name=EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art| alt= | url=https://emmamuseum.fi/en/ | email= | address=WeeGee Exhibition Centre, Ahertajantie 5 Espoo | lat=60.178689 | long=24.793109 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open Tuesdays to Sundays | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Glims Farmstead Museum | alt=Glims gårdsmuseum | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/glims-farmstead-museum | email= | address=Glimsintie 1, Karvasmäki | lat=60.221477 | long=24.680515 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local open air museum. }} * {{see | name=Espoo Car Museum | alt= | url=https://espoonautomuseo.fi/english/ | email= | address=Bodomintie 35, Pakankylä | lat=60.275614 | long=24.668197 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring (starting from Easter) and autumn: Sa Su 11:00-17:00; summer: Tu-Su 11:00 to 17:00 | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo cathedral | alt= | url= | email= | address=Kirkkokatu 1 | lat=60.209284 | long=24.653593 | directions= | phone=+358 9 862-5000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=free | content=The cathedral near Espoon Keskus is over 500 years old and built out of granite stone. }} * {{see | name=Espoo TV and radio mast | alt=Espoon radio- ja televisioasema | url= | email= | address=Pellavakaskentie, Espoo | lat=60.17719 | long=24.64055 | directions=Latokaski district, 1 km walking from the closest bus stop (Latokasken koulu) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=At 326 m, it is the tallest structure in the capital region and the third tallest in Finland (two other masts are 327 m high). It isn't the Eiffel tower – you can't climb it or even get next to it (the immediate surroundings are closed off with a fence) but it's there; there is a walking trail next to the place. }} * {{see | name=Architecture in Tapiola | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.17879 | long=24.80601| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Tapiola district in the east of Espoo was constructed as a garden city in the 1950s and 1960s. The district is a showcase of Finnish architecture from that period and many of the buildings look quite innovative and unusual even today. }} * {{see | name=Glims Pks4H Petting Zoo | alt= | url=https://www.pks4h.fi/muu-toiminta/kotielainpihat/glimsin-4h-kotielainpiha/ | email=elainvastaava@4h.fi | address=Glimsintie 1 | lat=60.2208644 | long=24.6801625 | directions=near Jorvi hospital | phone=+358 45-783-17764 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-04-18 | content=In Glims you will find several different domestic animals such as sheep. Children can hug animals. }} * {{see | name=Lake Bodom | alt=Bodominjärvi | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.25644 | long=24.66473 | directions=near the Nuuksio National Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-02-09 | content=The most popular beach in Espoo has a grim history, it is the site of probably the most well-known unsolved mystery in Finland, the Lake Bodom murders. This is where the band Children of Bodom got their name from. }} ==Do== [[File:Mini-Tapiola.jpg|thumb|right|"Mini-Tapiola" in autumn 2006]] [[File:Half Pipe Serena.jpg|thumbnail|Outdoor half-pipe water slide at Serena]] * {{do | name=Espoo archipelago | alt= | url=http://www.visitespoo.fi/visitors_guide/enjoy/archipelago/scheduled__boats | email= | address= | lat=60.140626 | long=24.764998 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Many small islands outside Espoo can be visited by boat in the summer. They are great for hiking and camping. }} * {{do | name=Classical music | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolasinfonietta.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.17780 | long=24.80440 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tapiola Sinfonietta is an orchestra specializing in Viennese classical music, but also plays modern music. They perform regularly in the Tapiolasali concert hall, sometimes together with international guest soloists. }} * {{do | name=Mini-Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolankeskus.fi/fi/Liikkeet-Palvelut/Espoon-kaupungin-palvelut-kulttuuri/miniTapiola | email= | address=Tapiola centre | lat=60.17618 | long=24.80328 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=09:00-21:00 | price=Free | image=Mini-Tapiola.jpg | lastedit=2015-12-21 | content="Mini-Tapiola" is a children's play park featuring a miniature version of the centre of Tapiola. Here children can have fun and familiarise themselves with the Tapiola district and basic traffic rules, while being safely overseen by their parents. }} * {{do | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Rantaraitti | url=http://www.espoo.fi/en-US/Housing_and_environment/Streets_and_Transport/Pedestrian_and_bicycle_traffic/Espoos_Waterfront_Walkway | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Any time | price=Free | lastedit=2015-04-26 | content=The Rantaraitti hiking trail runs along Espoo's entire coastline, from the border to Helsinki at Laajalahti all the way to the border to Kirkkonummi at Kauklahti. The trail is well marked with frequent Rantaraitti icons. You can start and end your hike at any point during the trail. }} * {{do | name=Laajalahti Nature Reserve | alt= | url=http://www.nationalparks.fi/en/laajalahti | email=villaelfvik@espoo.fi | address=Elfvikintie | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 816-54400 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-06-14 | content=Bird wetland. It has a large nesting population and is also an important stop for migrating birds. Trails and bird watching towers. The Laajalahti bay consists mostly of shallow open water, but there are also a broad reedbed and shoreline groves and meadows. The nature centre Villa Elfvik is starting point for a 700-m nature trail and a 3-km trail to the southern end of the area by Otaniemi, where it combines with the Waterfront Walkway]. }} * {{Marker|type=do|lat=60.31505 | long=24.52835|name=[[Nuuksio National Park]]}}. This is a "go to" place in Espoo, being probably the most accessible "true Finnish forest" near Helsinki. There is parking and footpaths. Although one has a metalled path up to a beautiful lakeshore, none are completely accessible by wheelchairs or prams, since all include unmaintained sections with rocky slopes and/or tree roots blocking the way. * Cinema ** {{do | name=Finnkino | alt= | url=http://www.finnkino.fi/eng | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Finnkino runs movie theatres in the shopping centres Iso Omena and Sello. }} ** {{do | name=Bio Grani | alt= | url=http://www.biograni.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Kauniainen | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} ** {{do | name=Kino Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.kinotapiola.fi/elokuvateatteri | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Tapiola | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} * {{do | name=Serena Water Amusement Park | alt=Vesipuisto Serena | url=http://www.serena.fi/index.php?lang=en_EN | email=info.serena@puuhagroup.com | address=Tornimäentie 10 | lat=60.324525 | long=24.736514 | directions=Bus 236 from Leppävaara | phone=+358 9 887-0550 | tollfree= | hours=Summer and school holidays 11:00-19:00 or 20:00 (verify on website) | price=All-day pass €37, after 16:00 €32, family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) €136 | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=This is the largest water park in the Nordic countries with some 2,000 m² of heated pools indoors. The buildings have seen their best days, but kids love the water slides. An extra 1,000 m&sup2; of outdoor area is open in the summer. Serena is at its best in winter when you can kick back in a jacuzzi and watch people ski on the other side of the glass windows. }} * {{do | name=Watch a game | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Espoo has a team in many premier Finnish sports leagues. The football (soccer) team FC Honka play their home games in Tapiola sports park, Esport center is the home for Oilers (floorball) and Honka (basket ball), and in the winter many fans head to Metro Arena to see a home game of the local ice hockey team Kiekko-Espoo. }} * {{do | name=Vermo Horse Racing Track | alt=Vermon ravirata | url=https://www.vermo.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.2166 | long=24.8401 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-23 | content=Finland's premier horse racing track features races every Wednesday and some Saturdays. It also hosts the annual Finlandia-Ajo event part of the UET Masters Series. }} * {{do | name=Laguuni Keilis | alt= | url=https://laguuniin.fi/keilis/ | email= | address=Keilalahdentie 8 | lat=60.168959 | long=24.832052 | directions= | phone=+358 29-170-0353 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-11 | content=You can rent a standup paddleboard or a kayak. }} * Swimming pool ** {{do | name=Leppävaara Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39817 | email= | address=Veräjäpellonkatu 15 | lat=60.225941 | long=24.804007 | directions=Leppävaara Sports Park | phone=+358 9 8165-7570 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, hot tubs, cold water pool, wading pool, outdoor pool, virtual water exercise. Regular saunas and steam saunas. }} ** {{do | name=Keski-Espoo Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39363 | email= | address=Kaivomestarinkatu 2 | lat=60.210262 | long=24.659972 | directions=Kuninkaantie general upper secondary school building | phone=+358 9 8164-3469 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, learner's pool, jacuzzi, hybrid saunas (infrared and aroma). }} * {{do | name=Seapoint | alt= | url=https://seapoint.fi/fi_FI/seapoint-palvelut-2/vuokraveneet/espoo | email= | address=Skatantie 36 | lat=60.134888 | long=24.727341 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Motorboat rental at Suino marina in Suvisaaristo. }} * {{do | name=Mellsten Beach | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.155498 | long=24.781249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-17 | content=A popular public beach in the Haukilahti district. There is a café serving food and drinks and a lifeguard on duty. Chosen as the best beach for windsurfing in the entire capital region by university students. About 400 metres to the east there is another public beach called the Toppelund Beach which has no services and no lifeguard. There is a beach for dogs between them. }} ===Events=== [[File:Länsiväyläjuoksu 2013.jpg|thumb|The start of the Länsiväyläjuoksu event in 2013. The short run starts first, the long run and the walk start 15 minutes after that. This is intended to minimise collisions between runners and walkers.]] * {{do | name=Espoo Panee ja Juhlii | alt= | url=https://ravintolafatlizard.fi/en/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.185388 | long=24.820186 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=16:00 to 22:00 | price=Free entry, beer from €2 (minuscule samples) to €10 (full glass) | lastedit=2024-05-02 | content=The name means "Espoo is Brewing and Partying". A small-scale beer festival hosted by the brewery restaurant Fat Lizard in Otaniemi and held on the restaurant's terrace. Various Finnish breweries come to showcase their beer and there is usually live music played. Held on three separate Fridays in the summer, one in June, one in July and one in August. See the restaurant's website for more information. }} * {{do | name=Länsiväyläjuoksu | alt= | url=http://www.lansivaylajuoksu.fi | email= | address=Otaranta | lat=60.1857 | long=24.8349 | directions= | phone=+358 44-340-5326, +358 9 343 1067 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00–16:00 | price=Free/€15–60 depending on category and registration date | content=Espoo's most famous annual running and walking event. Held on a Sunday in late April. Three event categories: long run, short run and walk. All of them start and end at Otaranta. The long run is over 17 km and goes all across the Laajalahti bay, also visiting neighbouring Helsinki. The short run and the walk are 6 km and stay in Espoo. A nice opportunity to get some exercise and see the scenery in southern Finland. There is a fee for participation but spectating is free. }} ==Buy== ===Shopping centres=== [[File:Tapiolan keskustaa illalla.jpg|thumbnail|Department stores in Tapiola during the Christmas season]] * {{buy | name=Sello | alt= | url=http://www.sello.fi/opening-times | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21791 | long=24.80996 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest shopping centres in Finland with excellent traffic connections. Local trains A, E, S, U, Y and the night train L all stop at Leppävaara station which is just beside the shopping centre. Also many bus routes serve the area. Selection of retailers is geared Finnish and international clothing and consumer electronics chains. The shopping centre features several cafes, restaurants and fast food outlets as well as two large grocery stores. }} * {{buy | name=Iso Omena | alt= | url=http://www.isoomena.fi/en_US/ | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 | lat=60.16160 | long=24.73825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Large shopping centre serving the Matinkylä district. Bus lines 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 10K, 11, 31, 35, 112, 503, 132, 143, 145, 147, 150, 151, 154, 160 and 165. The selection of shops is fairly similar compared to the slightly larger Sello shopping centre, although there are some speciality shops geared towards a more upscale clientele. }} * {{buy | name=Entresse and Espoontori | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.20432 | long=24.65666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The two shopping centres, [http://entresse.fi/ Entresse] and [http://www.espoontori.fi/ Espoontori], serve the Central Espoo district near the Espoo train station. Local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop here. Both shopping centres are significantly smaller than the ones previously introduced. Espoontori features a grocery store, Tokmanni (a budget general store) and various smaller retailers. Entresse has a grocery store, jewellery shops and clothing stores. }} * {{buy | name= Tapiola shopping district | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Includes [https://www.ainoatapiola.fi/ AINOA Tapiola Commercial Centre], a Stockmann, and numerous smaller shops. }} * Smaller shopping centres are [http://www.lippulaiva.fi Lippulaiva] in Espoonlahti; Olari Prisma next to Iso Omena on the opposite side of Länsiväylä; [https://kauppakeskusniitty.fi Niitty] in Niittykumpu on the top of the district's metro station; Mankkaa and Viherlaakso; a hardware store area including the shopping centre Merituuli in Suomenoja; another similar area in Lommila and Muurala near Espoo centre, and numerous others. Most districts have at least one local grocery store (often with a couple of other shops and services in the same building). ===Outlet shops=== * {{buy | name=Iittala Outlet | alt= | url=http://www.iittala.fi/web/Iittalaweb.nsf/en/home | email= | address=Espoontie 25, Lommila | lat=60.21980 | long=24.66456 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Home decoration and kitchen utensils. }} * {{buy | name=Lumene | alt= | url=http://www.lumene.com | email= | address=Lasihytti 1, Kauklahti | lat=60.18679 | long=24.59925 | directions=Kauklahti, Western Espoo; local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop at Kauklahti station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Finnish cosmetics manufacturer Lumene's factory outlet. }} * {{buy | name=Espoon lahjatupa | alt= | url=http://www.espoonlahjatupa.fi | email= | address=Kirkkojärventie 3, Espoon keskus | lat=60.20550 | long= 24.65671 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An outlet shop rich in atmosphere selling Finnish handmade gifts and home decoration products. }} ===Outdoor markets=== Like most cities in Finland you can buy fruits, vegetables, fish and more and sit down for a cup of coffee at outdoor markets (''tori''). They are open 09:00–17:00. For maps and information on events, [http://www.espoontorikauppiaat.fi/index.php?lang=EN Espoon torikauppiaat ] association website. * Espoon keskus (Asematori) * Leppävaara markets (Läkkitori north of the railway station and Viaporin tori on the southern side, in the inner court of Sello shopping centre) * Espoonlahti market (Ulappatori) * Tapiola market * Karakallio market ===Flea markets=== * {{buy | name=Fida International | alt= | url=http://www.fida.info/fida-in-english/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-11-05| content=Fida International operates goodwill flea markets in four, mostly residential areas: Leppävaara (Harakantie 22) Matinkylä (Piispansilta 11), Tapiola (Kauppamiehentie 1) and Espoon Keskus (Kamreerintie 3). The selection in the shops mostly consists of used clothes, books and furniture. }} * {{buy | name=Espoo Recycling Centre | alt=Espoon kierrätyskeskus | url=http://www.kierratyskeskus.fi/in_english | email= | address=Matinpurontie 8 | lat=60.16216 | long=24.75559 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The selection includes furniture, clothes (also vintage), toys, books, sports equipment, electronics, cookware and cutlery. The shop has also a free of charge department with a small variety of clothes and other items. }} * {{buy | name=TC Secondhand | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/TCsecondhandMatinkyla | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44 972 7777 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 14:00–18:00, Sa 12:00–16:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Charity shop selling clothes and accessories. Sales revenue supports those in difficult life situations. }} * There are some self-service fleamarkets around Espoo like [http://www.akseli.info Akseli] (Sinikalliontie 1, Mankkaa) * {{buy | name=Red Cross Secondhand Store Galleria | alt=SPR Kontti Espoo Galleria | url=https://sprkontti.fi/pages/espoon-kontti-galleria | email= | address=Konstaapelinkatu 4 | lat=60.22157 | long=24.81411 | directions=in Galleria shopping center | phone=+358 40 750 5454 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09-20:00, Sa 10-17:00, Su 11-17:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-08-12 | content=Finnish Red Cross Kontti charity shop offers a wide range of second hand goods like clothes, household items, books and small furniture. The proceeds of Kontti are used for the relief work of the Finnish Red Cross in Finland and abroad. }} ==Eat== [[File:HanaholmenN.jpg|thumbnail|Hanasaari cultural centre, also has a restaurant with Scandinavian cuisine]] ===Budget=== * {{eat | name=Student diners in Otaniemi | alt= | url=https://kanttiinit.fi/ | email= | address=Otakaari 1 | lat=60.18611 | long=24.82828 | directions=several places in the area | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=lunchtime | price=€5–8 | content=The lunch restaurants of the Aalto University engineering schools offer cheap meals even for non-students. Most have 2–3 cheap options and one higher-price option. }} ** {{eat | name=Maukas | alt= | url=https://www.mau-kas.fi/ | email=info@mau-kas.fi | address=Vuorimiehentie 5 | lat=60.182841 | long=24.827977 | directions=in Otaniemi | phone=+358 40-705-0157 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–14:00 | price=€10.90 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Family-run lunch restaurant in Otaniemi, Espoo. }} ** {{eat | name=Fazer Food & Co. | alt= | url=https://www.foodandco.fi/ravintolat/Ravintolat-kaupungeittain/espoo/aalto-yliopisto-tuas/ | email=tuas@foodandco.fi | address=Maarintie 8 | lat=60.186838 | long=24.819370 | directions= | phone=+358 50-417-6537 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–13:30 | price=€7.55, dessert €1.65 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Pizzaman | url=http://www.pizzaman.fi | email= | address=Lippajärventie 29 | lat=60.22974 | long=24.71594 | directions= | phone=+358 9 512-0512 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–F 10–21:00, Sa Su 12:00–21:00 | price=regular pizzas €6–8 | content=Pizzaman is next to the K-Kauppa grocery store. Large pizzas. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haukimuori | url=http://www.haukimuori.com | email= | address=Iivisniemenkatu 2D | lat=60.14784 | long=24.69175 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=lunch €8 | content=A lunch restaurant in Iivisniemi district with home cooked delicious food. }} * {{eat | name=Täffä | alt= | url=https://www.teknologforeningen.fi/?lang=en | email= | address=Otakaari 22 | lat=60.18602 | long=24.83266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 (for Finnish students) to €8 | lastedit=2017-11-30 | content=Perhaps the most famous of the university student restaurants in Otaniemi, owned by the Teknologföreningen student association. Located in a nice-looking functionalist building, easy to spot by the long ledge hanging over its main entrance.<br />The restaurant is mainly for university students but is open for everyone, non-students just pay more. Still cheap.<br />Five choices available each day, of which one is vegetarian and one is a fancier and costlier à la carte option. Most famous for its spaghetti bolognese, served every Wednesday, perhaps the best spaghetti bolognese in Espoo. On Wednesdays, prepare for long queues, taking almost fifteen minutes just to get to order your food. }} * {{eat | name=Sodexo Keilasatama 5 | alt= | url=https://www.sodexo.fi/ravintolat/espoo/keilasatama-5 | email= | address=Keilasatama 5 | lat=60.173279 | long=24.829700 | directions=Metro station Keilaniemi, bus 555 | phone=+358 50-380-8490 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–13:00 | price=€11.30 | lastedit=2021-05-12 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Peshawar | alt= | url=https://www.peshawar.fi/ | email= | address=Kutojantie 3 | lat=60.209927 | long=24.754042 | directions= | phone=+358 9 888-1520 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-07-21 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Kalajärven pizzeria | alt= | url=https://kalajarvenpizzeria.fi/index.php? | email=info@kalajarvenpizzeria.fi | address=Ruskaniitty 4 | lat=60.305850 | long=24.739167 | directions=in Kalajärvi; along the road 120 | phone=+358 9 855-6856 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:00–, Sa Su 11:00–22:00 | price=€9–14 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content= }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Pork schnitzel with Koskenlaskija sauce at restaurant E.T. Charlie.jpg|thumb|right|Pork schnitzel]] * {{eat | name=Deli Rasoi | alt= | url=http://www.delhirasoi.fi/en/ | email= | address=Siltakatu 11 | lat=60.20378 | long=24.65905 | directions= | phone=+358 9 428-91892 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–Th 10:30–21:00, F–Su 11:00–22:00 | price=Lunch buffet €9.20 (M–F), €12 (weekend), mains from €12 | content=Tasty and authentic Indian food. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Dylan & Friends | alt= | url=https://www.dylan.fi/keilaniemi | email=friends@dylan.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.174885 | long=24.830884 | directions=in the Accountor Tower building, take the escalators on the left | phone=+358 40-125-8838 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-14:00, closed weekends | price=€14.50 | lastedit=2025-06-17 | content=A lunch restaurant in the Accountor Tower office building. Serves buffet lunch on weekdays. }} * {{eat | name=E.T. Charlie | alt= | url=https://ristorantecharlie.fi/ | email=info@ristorantecharlie.fi | address=Ukkohauentie 11–13 | lat=60.1633 | long=24.7761 | directions= | phone=+358 9 886-01761 | tollfree= | hours=11:00–21:00 mostly | price= | content=A spacious, stylish, comfortable restaurant in the quiet residential district of Haukilahti. Serves typical dishes available in restaurants in Finland: pastas, pizzas, steaks, and burgers. No famous speciality, but all dishes are worth trying. The kitchen closes at 21:00, but the restaurant usually stays open until midnight. Many local people come here often. There is a bus connection to Tapiola and Otaniemi (line 111) near the restaurant and it's a short walk away from the Haukilahti beach and marina. Main courses €11–25. }} * {{eat | name=Fat Lizard | alt= | url=http://ravintolafatlizard.fi/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.18558 | long=24.82041 | directions= | phone=+358 20-127-7710 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30 to 24:00 mostly | price=Lunch €12–17.50, main courses €18–32 | lastedit=2018-02-18 | content=One of the very few à la carte restaurants in Otaniemi. Highly stylish interior and good, if somewhat expensive, food. Easily accessible as it's next door to the Aalto University metro station. Lunch includes both a buffet at 12 € and an upgrade option for €5.50 extra. If you're feeling adventurous, try fried crickets as starters at €10. The restaurant also includes its own bar, serving various beers both from the Fat Lizard brewery (try some, they're refreshingly fruity lagers) and elsewhere. }} * {{eat | name=Fuku Supreme | alt= | url=https://www.fukusupreme.com/ | email=fukusupreme@ravintolafuku.com | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.218131 | long=24.809982 | directions=on the Viaporintori square, no entrance from inside Sello | phone=+358 50-5425-386 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-21:00, Sa 12:00-21:00, Su 12:00-20:00 | price=Buffet about €25 | lastedit=2025-05-04 | content=A sushi restaurant near the Sello shopping centre in Leppävaara. The buffet is rather good and included salad, sushi, warm food and desserts. Water, coffee and green tea is included, alcoholic drinks cost extra. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Grilli Toro | url=http://www.grillitoro.fi/ | email= | address=Louhentie 16 | lat= 60.18705 | long=24.79654 | directions= | phone=+358 9 460-427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A good selection of large steaks at a reasonable price in Pohjantori, north Tapiola, especially popular during lunchtime. }} * {{eat | name=Luukki Manor | alt=Luukin kartano | url=https://www.ravintolalaguna.fi/luukin-kartano | email=myynti@ravintolalaguna.fi | address=Luukintie 33 | lat=60.316378 | long=24.692171 | directions=in Luukki; along the road 120 | phone=+358 50-351-7728 | tollfree= | hours=June to August: daily 10:00–17:00; September to May: weekend 11:00–15:00 | price=€13–18 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content=A restaurant manor in the Luukki recreational area. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Johannes | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/restaurant/restaurant | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16395 | long=24.83595 | directions=Hanasaari Island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Scandinavian cuisine served in an environment of modern art. Good food, but the service is rather slow even as the restaurant is not even half full. The restaurant also has their own pale ale "Märket" (named after [[Lighthouses#Q3378321|the lighthouse]] west of [[Åland]]). }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Lime Leaf | url=http://eat.fi/en/espoo/banana-leaf | email= | address=Sello Rex, Leppävaara | lat=60.21760 | long= 24.80902 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Thai and Malay restaurant run by Chinese. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Nepal | alt= | url=https://ravintolanepal.fi | email= | address=Kivenlahdenkatu 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 348-9009 | tollfree= | hours=Tu–Th 11:00–21:00, F 11:00–22:00, Sa 12:00–22:00, Su 12:00–21:00 | price=Lunch starting from €9 (Tu–F), Mains starting from €12 | lastedit=2020-01-18 | content=Tasty and authentic Nepalese food in Espoo. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Sevilla Bar & Restaurante | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tapionaukio 3, Tapiola | lat=60.17680 | long=24.80556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Spanish-style restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Xin Long | alt= | url=http://xinlong.tilda.ws/ | email= | address=Tapiontori 3 | lat=60.17790 | long=24.80395 | directions= | phone=+358 9 855-0030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30–21:00 | price=Lunch €9 | lastedit=2016-03-09 | content=A Chinese restaurant near the centre of Tapiola. Famous for its all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, combining Chinese food and sushi. Not specifically a sushi restaurant, but the sushi is among the best in Espoo. The main courses include various varieties of beef, pork, chicken and tofu, and all are worth trying. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Accountor Tower by Keilalahti from Keilaniemi in Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland, 2022 April (cropped).jpg|thumb|right|The Accountor Tower high-rise building is one of the tallest buildings in Finland. Restaurant Lucy in the Sky is on the 20th floor.]] * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haikaranpesä | alt= | url=https://ravintolahaikaranpesa.fi/ | email= | address=Hauenkallio 3 | lat=60.16134 | long=24.76591 | directions= | phone=+358 9 452-4254 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–15:00, Sa Su 12:00–17:00 | price=Lunch buffet €56 | content=A panoramic restaurant in the water tower of Haukilahti. Open only for lunch! }} * {{eat | name=Lucy in the Sky | alt= | url=https://www.lucyinthesky.fi/ | email=lucy@lucyinthesky.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.175003 | long=24.830685 | directions= | phone=+358 40-353-2522 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00–22:30, F 11:00–00:00, Sa 13:00–00:00, Su 13:00–18:00, M closed | price=Main courses €30–40, set menus €70 | lastedit=2025-06-01 | content=A fashionable restaurant located on the top floor of the Accountor Tower office building on the sea shore, offering nice views over the cities of Espoo and Helsinki. A wide variety of dishes available as well as three set menus, of which one is vegetarian. Diverse wine list. }} ==Drink== [[File:Bemböle kaffestuga.jpg|thumbnail|Bemböle coffee house]] ===Cafés=== [[File:Kahvila Merenneito in March 2025.jpg|thumb|right|Café Merenneito]] * {{drink | name=Café Mellsten | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mellstenintie 6 | lat=60.15551 | long=24.77823 | directions=near the beach in Haukilahti | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A café that serves tasty and cheap lunch consisting of soup or pasta. }} * {{drink | name=Bembölen kahvitupa | alt=Bemböle kaffestuga | url=http://www.suomenkalastusmatkailu.fi/bembolenkahvitupa/ | email= | address=Bellinmäki 1 | lat= 60.22279 | long= 24.67391 | directions=Bemböle district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional café with century-old history next to the [[King's Road (Finland)|King's Road]]. }} * {{drink | name=Café Ankkuri | alt= | url=https://www.cafeotsolahti.com/ | email= | address=Sateenkaari 9 | lat=60.17251 | long=24.81331 | directions=Otsolahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café WeeGee | alt= | url=http://www.sodexo.fi/weegee {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Ahertajantie 5 | lat= 60.17879 | long=24.79707 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café Merenneito | alt= | url=http://www.cafemerenneito.fi | email= | address=Koukkuniementie 1A | lat= 60.15080 | long= 24.75212 | directions=Matinkylä district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kahvila Satakieli | alt= | url=http://www.espoo.fi/default.asp?path=1;28;11866;7969;7971 {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Elfvikintie 4 | lat= 60.20173 | long=24.82244 | directions=Laajalahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kaisan Café | alt= | url= | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 8 | lat=60.17404 | long=24.80408 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located in the "Sampokuja" building in central Tapiola. Open on weekdays only. Try their cinnamon buns, they're tasty, huge (perhaps the biggest in Espoo) and quite cheap. }} * {{drink | name=Vasikkasaaren kahvila | alt= | url= | email= | address=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | lat=60.14070 | long=24.75848 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Teen Challenge Finland meeting place | alt= | url=https://teenchallenge.fi | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44-972-7777 | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th 11:00–15:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Community café. Free of charge coffee and buns. }} ===Bars and pubs=== * {{drink | name=Base | url=http://www.ravintolabase.fi | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat= 60.21742 | long= 24.80885 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A cosy place for a drink, also situated at Sello. }} * {{drink | name=Bodom Bar & Sauna | alt= | url=http://www.bodombar.com/ | email= | address=Merituulentie 35 | lat=60.17087 | long=24.75664 | directions=near the Niittykumpu metro station | phone=+358 500-111-121 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant bar dedicated to the Finnish metal band Children of Bodom. Public sauna included. }} * {{drink | name=Gallows Bird | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/GallowsBirdTapiola | email=info.gallows@gmail.com | address=Länsituuli 5 | lat=60.174754 | long=24.802746 | directions=in the Ainoa shopping centre | phone=+358 50-330-4990 | tollfree= | hours=14:00 to 00:00 mostly | price=Beer about €10 | lastedit=2025-09-06 | content=A brewpub with a wide variety of different beers on tap, and they brew their own beers as well. A spacious outdoor terrace, but no spectacular views from the terrace to speak of. The pub also serves banh mi and tacos if you're hungry. }} * {{drink | name=Mitta ja Hana (former pub Satulinna) | url= | email= | address=Kirstintie 5 | lat= 60.20086 | long= 24.66648 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Likely the most famous pub in Espoo. }} * {{drink | name=William K | url= | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21740 | long=24.81024 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A passable beer pub with nice sunny outdoor seating. }} ===Nightclubs=== Most people head east to Helsinki when they're planning a night out, but there are a couple of night clubs in Espoo as well. * {{drink | name=Bada Bing | alt= | url=http://bada-bing.fi/badabing/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 10 | lat=60.17416 | long=24.80522 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The former Fellini/Aladdin is in the Tapiola district and attracts many young adults. R-22. }} * {{drink | name=Club Kannunkulma | url=http://www.kannunkulma.com | email= | address=Kannusillankatu 2 | lat= 60.20564 | long= 24.65353 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant in the daytime, and some form of entertainment every night. }} * {{drink | name=Bella Ciao | url= | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 A | lat=60.16139 | long= 24.73939 | directions=in the Iso-Omena mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa nights until 04:00 | price= | content=The place to go in Matinkylä. Like the others it is also a restaurant during the daytime. R-18 }} ==Sleep== [[File:Kaakkoista Espoota 23 kesä 2009.jpg|thumbnail|View towards Keilaniemi waterfront. Left: Fortum head office and Otaniemi water tower. Right: Life Science Center business park.]] ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Folkhälsan Solvallan Sports Institute Accommodation | alt= | url=https://www.folkhalsan.fi/en | email= | address=Nuuksiontie 82, Nuuksio | lat=60.29324 | long= 24.55798 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Comfort Hotel Sello | alt= | url=https://www.strawberryhotels.com/hotels/finland/espoo/comfort-hotel-sello/ | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 1 | lat=60.21699 | long=24.81368 | directions= | phone=+358 10-344-4200 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110, cheaper weekend rates |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A new design hotel next to Sello shopping centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Scandic Espoo | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/en/hotels/scandic-espoo | email= | address=Nihtisillantie 1 | lat= 60.20701 | long=24.75561 | directions= | phone=+358 9 435-20 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A chain hotel next to highway 1, best suited for those travelling by car as there isn't very much to see within walking distance. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Sokos Hotel Tapiola Garden | url=http://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/espoo/ | email=tapiolagarden.espoo@sokoshotels.fi | address=Tapionaukio 3 | lat= 60.17718 | long= 24.80701 | directions= | phone=+358 20-123-4616 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 1234 617 | hours= | price=From €83 | checkin= | checkout= | content=A largish, modern hotel in a pleasant neighbourhood of Tapiola. 154 (all non-smoking) rooms, sauna, exercise facilities, wireless Internet access, restaurant and bar. Convenient transport to Helsinki center by bus. Rooms in the northern part of the hotel have a scenic view facing a large pool. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Hanaholmen | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/ | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16389 | long=24.83593 | directions=on the Hanasaari island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2015-11-29 | content=Located in the Laajalahti bay between Espoo and Helsinki, Hanasaari island fits exactly the hotel, a short road to it and a stretch of the highway Länsiväylä. Hanasaari hotel hosts a Swedish cultural centre and is often used for conferences. It is also within a walking distance (1 km) from the Keilaniemi business district. Very easy to reach by bus via bus stops on the Länsiväylä. Notice that there is an unrelated Hanasaari power plant in Helsinki; ask the taxi driver for the hotel in Espoo! The hotel rooms offer magnificent sea views through their huge windows. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Korpilampi | url=https://www.korpilampi.fi/en/ | email=myynti@korpilampi.fi | address=Korpilammentie 5 | lat= 60.32512 | long=24.73045 | directions=in Lahnus; near the Serena Waterpark | phone=+358 9 613-8411 | tollfree= | fax= | price=€50–100 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, Espoo | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-espoo | email=info.espoo@radissonblu.com | address=Otaranta 2 | lat=60.18216 | long=24.83455 | directions=Aalto University campus in Otaniemi | phone=+358 20-123-4705 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110 | content=Popular among business travellers and academic visitors because of its location. }} ==Stay safe== Although a part of the Helsinki metropolitan area, Espoo has few or no problem spots and is exceptionally safe. There are various reasons. The population of Espoo is affluent, with few low-income neighbourhoods. Population is simply less concentrated, with few high-rise districts, traffic junctions or concentrations of nightlife. Thus, partygoers are more likely to head to Helsinki to cause trouble. Caution is warranted in urban districts (along the railway) with nightlife during Friday or Saturday nights, for instance in Leppävaara and Espoon keskus. Suvela and Kirstinmäki, next to Espoon keskus, is often mentioned as the only "ghetto" in Espoo, although this is more reputation than fact if compared to districts in Central or Eastern Helsinki. ==Connect== ==Cope== The Jorvi Hospital (''Jorvin sairaala'') is near Espoon keskus. This is the main emergency care and surgery facility in Espoo. This is a rather remote location relative to most other places in Espoo, 20 min by car from the southwestern corner. Private clinics (search for "lääkäriasema" in Espoo) are found in Espoon keskus, Matinkylä, Leppävaara and Tapiola. See: * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet#/94/mehilainen_matinkyla Mehiläinen Matinkylä]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Piispanportti 10 A, 3. floor) * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet/33 Mehiläinen Leppävaara]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Panorama Tower, Hevosenkenkä 3) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Espoontori/ Terveystalo Espoontori] (Kamreerintie 7) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Iso-Omena-C-torni/ Terveystalo Iso Omena] (Piispansilta 11) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Leppavaara/ Terveystalo Leppävaara] (Alberganesplanadi 1) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Tapiola/ Terveystalo Tapiola] (Ainoa, Länsituuli 7) * [https://www.aava.fi/toimipiste/aava-tapiola Aava Tapiola] (Länsituulentie 1 A) The police station ("Kilon poliisi") is in Kilo district, Nihtisillankuja 4. [http://www.poliisi.fi/en/westernuusimaa/contactinformation Contacts]. ==Go next== West: [[Kirkkonummi]]–[[Siuntio]]–[[Ingå]]–[[Raseborg]] (Karis–Ekenäs–Pojo)–[[Hanko]] — The next cities westwards accessible by bus, train or car. North: [[Vantaa]]–[[Klaukkala]]–[[Hyvinkää]] {{routebox | image1=Simple gold crown.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Turku]] | minorl1=[[Kirkkonummi]] | directionr1=E | minorr1=[[Vantaa]] (sidetrip [[Helsinki]]) | majorr1=[[Vyborg]] | link1=King's Road (Finland) | caption1=King's Road | image2=Tabliczka E18.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Turku]] | minorl2=[[Nuuksio National Park]] | directionr2=E | minorr2=junction [[Helsinki]] → [[Vantaa]] | majorr2=[[Saint Petersburg]] | link2=E18 }} {{usablecity}} {{isPartOf|Uusimaa}} {{geo|60.161667|24.738333}} {{mapmask| 60.342 , 24.750| 60.241 , 24.785| 60.253 , 24.831| 60.104 , 24.825| 60.088 , 24.651| 60.153 , 24.612| 60.213 , 24.503| 60.325 , 24.502| 60.313 , 24.564| 60.359 , 24.629}} czwolw1n8poir07asdusjztolmrj908 5328758 5328756 2026-08-15T11:40:39Z Ground Zero 1423298 /* By plane */ airport details belong only in the article for the city that the airport serves directly -- [[wv:airports]] 5328758 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Espoon kulttuurikeskus night banner.jpg|caption=Espoo Cultural Centre}} '''Espoo''' ([[Swedish phrasebook|Swedish]]: ''Esbo'') with a population of a quarter of a million is the second largest city in Finland. It's part of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area along with the cities of [[Helsinki]], [[Vantaa]], and the small city of '''Kauniainen''' (Swedish: '''Grankulla''') which is completely encircled by Espoo. Espoo as a tourism destination is popular for its easily accessible [[Nuuksio National Park]] (situated in northwestern Espoo) and seaside with 40 km long [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway Espoo Waterfront Walkway] and 165 islands in Espoo archipelago. The destination suits best for active recreation and outdoor exploring as well as for cultural and event stays. Official tourist information are provided by local destination management organization [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en Visit Espoo]. ==Understand== [[File:Isoomenasisältä.jpg|300px|thumbnail|Shopping at Iso Omena]] Espoo has several local regional centres, thus divided into seven major areas: Vanha-Espoo, Espoonlahti, Espoo, Kauklahti, Leppävaara, Matinkylä and Tapiola. The Espoo center (Espoon keskus) is the administrative centre, but doesn't rise above its peers with respect to population. The population is concentrated in an inverted F-shaped area defined by the railway to Espoo centre (north) and the highway Länsiväylä (south) up to Espoonlahti. The rest is sparsely populated, and north of Espoo centre, the area is mostly forested. While Kauniainen is an independent municipality, in practice it is contiguous with Espoo and has no notable sights or services to travellers besides a small shopping center. The science and technology-related campuses of the Aalto University are based in Otaniemi, Espoo, along with a thriving science community that includes numerous startups and organizations such as VTT – the Technical Research Centre of Finland. Nokia is headquartered in Karakallio, Espoo. Other high-tech companies such as KONE, Tekla and Fortum have their headquarters in Keilaniemi, Espoo, along with Microsoft's Finnish headquarters. ===Tourist information=== * [http://www.visitespoo.fi Visit Espoo] website ==Get in== ===By bus=== The south of Espoo is served by the local highway, Länsiväylä. Buses via Länsiväylä to destinations in Espoo leave from the Kamppi bus station (Kamppi shopping centre, ground floor). The orbital line 550 connects the train stations of Oulunkylä and Huopalahti with the south-eastern part of Espoo (Leppävaara, Laajalahti, Otaniemi, Tapiola and Westend). ===By train=== Northern Espoo and Espoo centre (''Espoon keskus'') are served by Helsinki commuter trains Y, U, L and E (25 min from Helsinki) to Middle- and West-Espoo. In addition, A train (every 10-20 minutes, 17 minutes from Helsinki) serves the east part of Espoo. See [https://www.vr.fi/rautatieasemat-ja-reitit/lahiliikenne#lahiliikennekartta local train map]. The {{go | name=Leppävaara railway station | address= | lat=60.219378 | long=24.813207 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Leppävaara railway station | content= }} is the only long-distance railway station in Espoo, serving traffic between Helsinki and Turku. The other stations in Espoo are also located on the same line but only serve local traffic. [[File:Matinkylä metro station (Nov 2017).jpg|thumb|Matinkylä metro station]] Southeastern Espoo is accessible from central Helsinki by metro, with trains every 3-10 minutes. Locations along the metro route include the Keilaniemi business district, Aalto University, Tapiola, Matinkylä and Kivenlahti, which serve as bus stations for feeder lines to destinations further afield. One in two trains terminates at Tapiola, while the rest continue all the way to Kivenlahti. The "Jokeri" orbital light rail (line 15) curves across eastern Espoo, connecting Keilaniemi, Aalto University, Leppävaara and then looping across northern Helsinki to terminate in [[Helsinki/Eastern suburbs|Itäkeskus]]. ===By plane=== {{See also|Helsinki Airport#Ground transportation}} Espoo is served by [[Helsinki Airport]] {{IATA|HEL}}, from where it can be reached by taxi in half an hour or less. Also the [https://www.vr.fi/ public transport] is quite convenient. Typical routes would be: * To southern Espoo, local train P from Helsinki Airport to Central Railway Station (''Rautatientori''), change to metro westbound (destination Tapiola or Matinkylä), change to feeder bus line if necessary. * To northern Espoo, local train I from Helsinki Airport to Huopalahti, change to local train Y, U, L, E or A northbound, change to feeder bus line if necessary. ===By car=== Highways 1 and 51 pass through Espoo, as do the westernmost portions of ring road one and three. ===By yacht=== There is a range of guest harbours in the archipelago. For reaching the mainland, there is at least the following: * {{go | name=Nuottaniemi | alt= | url=https://espoonpursiseura.fi/en/ports-and-facilities/home-harbour/ | email= | address=Nuottatie 19 | lat=60.1410 | long=24.7382 | directions= | phone=+358 44-901-6138 (16:00–20:00 during the sailing season) | tollfree= | hours= | price=€25 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Harbour of the yacht club Espoon pursiseura. There are a few guest berths and vacant member berths can be used as instructed by the harbour hands. Use them if your draught is more than 1.8 m. Water, WC, showers, sauna, Wi-Fi and septic tank emptying included. Restaurant. Fuel at Skata across the bay. }} ==Get around== {{Mapframe|60.22720|24.74739|zoom=10|height=400|width=400}} {{See also|Helsinki#Get around}} Espoo is part of the capital region's HSL public transport system. Tickets and journey information can be found by dowloading HSL app. Espoo is located in zones B and C. From east to west is located Espoo's metro line (Keilaniemi-Kivenlahti), connecting the south part of the city with Helsinki. Another east-west connection is covered with local trains and goes through middle of Espoo (Leppävaara - Espoo Center). North and south Espoo is then connected with plenty of bus routes and cycling trails. ===By train=== Trains A, E, S, U run across Espoo. Train L runs late at night and on weekend mornings. Suburbs in southeastern Espoo including Tapiola and Matinkylä are connected by metro. ====Jokeri light rail==== The first light rail line of the capital region called '''[https://raidejokeri.info/en/ Jokeri]''' was opened in 2023. In the Espoo area, the route runs from Keilaniemi to Vermo in Leppävaara, from where the route continues to the Helsinki side. ===By bus=== Buses are frequent and convenient enough. Check the HSL app for timetables. {{marker|type=around | name=Kauniainen | url=https://www.kauniainen.fi/en/ | lat=60.210844 | long=24.729413 }} is a part of the Espoo zone. ===By bike=== There are excellent cycling paths almost everywhere in Espoo and smoothly connected with [[Helsinki]]. From beginning of April till end of October it is possible to use City Bikes. Espoo and Helsinki use the same City Bikes system and provider making it easy to move around. There are over 460 City Bikes stations and over 4 600 bikes in A and B zone of HSL public transport. Remember to wear a helmet. City Bikes are not available in the zone C. ===By electric scooter=== Swedish [http://www.voiscooters.com Voi], German [https://tier.app Tier], American [https://www.li.me/en-us/home Lime] and Finnish [https://www.joescooter.fi/ Joe Scooter] rent electric kick scooters. The companies aim to keep the scooters available also in winter, conditions permitting, but the vehicles are not ideal in snowy or slippery conditions. ===By boat=== * {{listing | type = around | name = Scheduled boat lines to Espoo islands | alt = | url = https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-espoo-islands | email = | address = | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | hours = Main season is from beginning of June to middle of August when all boat lines operate between Tuesdays-Sundays. Outside of main season some of the boat lines are available on weekends during May and end of August and September. | price = | wikidata = | lastedit = 2026-08-13 | content = }} * [https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/public-boats-between-espoo-and-helsinki '''Scheduled boat lines between Espoo and Helsinki'''] ===By taxi=== * {{go | name=Helsinki Limo | alt= | url=http://www.helsinkilimo.com | email=info@helsinkilimo.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-787-0360, +358 20-787-0360 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Will provide airport pick-ups, private car services as transfers and longer trips. Their vehicles are always new and black with leather interior. Drivers speak English and can even, by order, give short sightseeings. }} * {{go | name=Lähitaksi | alt= | url=https://www.lahitaksi.fi/en | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 100-7300 (extra charge: €1.92+€2.5/min+pvm) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-07-09 | content=Traditionally the main taxi dispatch service in the capital region outside of Helsinki. Smartphone app: Taksini }} ==See == [[File:Helsinki University of Technology auditorium.jpg|thumbnail|Aalto University auditorium in Otaniemi]] [[File:Taskumattitaloja Tapiolassa.jpg|thumbnail|"Hip flask" houses in Tapiola]] [[File:MIKES in Otaniemi.jpg|thumb|right|Mikes in Otaniemi. In the centre is Finland's most accurate clock, with an inaccuracy of only a few nanoseconds per year.]] ==== Natural sights ==== * {{see | name=Nuuksio National Park | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price=Free | content=One of Finland's most popular national parks. Located in Espoo, southern Finland, with just a short drive to Helsinki City Center, Nuuksio offers truly Finnish scenery of deep forests, pure lakes, and peaceful natural landscapes, along with visitor services that make exploring the area easy and convenient. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Espoon rantaraitti | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/espoo-waterfront-walkway | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=A 40-km-long gravel path following the coastal line of Baltic Sea. The path is perfect for walking, cycling and jogging with plenty of cafés, restaurants, saunas and viewpoints along the way. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Pentala Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/pentala-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from beginning of June till end of August | price= | content=Known for being the iconic island with a lake with another island on the lake and for its history of being home to one Finnish fishing family back in the 1790s - 1986. There is an Archipelago Museum Pentala on the island with several buidling accessible free of charge with an exception for guided tours in Gurli's House (operated by KAMU Espoo City Museum). Visitors can access the island with public boats running from smaller Espoo's harbours during summer season (June-August). On the island operates summer Café Pentala. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/seaside-archipelago/iso-vasikkasaari-island | email= | address= | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open for visitors during summer season from mid May till mid September | price= | content=The closest island from the mainland is perfect for a day trip visit. Visitors find nature trail around the island, playground for children, smaller swimming beaches, Discgolf cour and a summer Restaurant Gula Villan. It is possible to reach the island by scheduled public boats available from mid May till mid September (note: outside the main season available only on weekends). |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Oittaa Area | alt= | url=https://www.visitespoo.fi/en/visitor/see-do/nuuksio-national-park/oittaa-area | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Outdoor recreational area in the south part of Lake Bodom. From Oittaa Beach, outdoor gym, 3x different Disc Golf Courts and Angry Birds park for children popular during summer to first cross-country skiing trails available usually from November till April. The area offers also Restaurant Oittaa, public sauna and sport equipment rental (xc-skies, mountain bikes, kayaks, etc.) in HiihtoCenter Oittaa. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo Central Park | alt=Espoon keskuspuisto | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.18754 | long=24.69400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open daily | price= | content=Like New York and Helsinki, Espoo also has its own central park. The park consists mostly of dense spruce forest, with some steep hills. Has maintained walking and cycling paths and trails, although they might be inaccessible to wheeled vehicles (prams, wheelchairs) with snowfall. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Marketta Park | alt= | url=https://www.marketanpuisto.fi/marketta-park-en/ | email= | address=Pehtorinkuja 3 | lat=60.24910 | long=24.70587 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-21:00 | price=Free | content=This park is a permanent garden exhibition next to and operated by the Överby gardening vocational school. Stroll around and look at the works by the students. If you are an amateur gardener yourself, you'll perhaps get some ideas for your own garden. |lastedit=2026-08-13}} ==== Cultural sights ==== * {{see | name=The Gallen-Kallela museum | alt= | url=http://www.gallen-kallela.fi/en/ | email= | address=Gallen-Kallelan tie 27 | lat=60.206389 | long=24.838333 | directions= | phone=+358 9 849 2340 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-16:00 | price=€8 | content=A small museum of the Finnish painter Akseli Gallen-Kallela (1865–1931) who is best known for his illustrations of the Kalevala, the Finnish national epic. The museum is located in a castle-like house, Tarvaspää, on a rocky hill facing the sea, originally designed and built by Akseli Gallen-Kallela 1911–1913 as a combined home for his family and a studio. The museum presents not only the works of Akseli Gallen-Kallela, but also tells the story of his family and contains a collection of artefacts brought back from their travels to Africa. }} * {{see | name=Otaniemi Campus | alt= | url= | email= | address=Otaniementie 8 | lat=60.185562 | long=24.827538 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2017-07-05| content=The campus of Aalto University (former Helsinki University of Technology) was designed by Alvar Aalto in organic modernist style, and includes the Dipoli congress center designed by Reima and Raili Pietilä in an eccentric style (lacking in right angles). Most buildings of interest are located either on the main street, Otaniementie, or on Otakaari, a loop road going from Otaniementie via Dipoli to the dorm village (''Teekkarikylä''), returning to the other side of the main building. The Laajalahti nature protected area, a good birdwatching site, is accessed from Otaniemi. At the headquarters of the Geological Survey of Finland, there is a museum display of geology, minerals and in particular a piece of moon rock gifted by the United States. At Tekniikantie 1 is Mikes (Centre for Metrology and Accreditation), with Finland's most accurate clock on its wall. }} * {{see | name=EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art| alt= | url=https://emmamuseum.fi/en/ | email= | address=WeeGee Exhibition Centre, Ahertajantie 5 Espoo | lat=60.178689 | long=24.793109 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open Tuesdays to Sundays | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Glims Farmstead Museum | alt=Glims gårdsmuseum | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/glims-farmstead-museum | email= | address=Glimsintie 1, Karvasmäki | lat=60.221477 | long=24.680515 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local open air museum. }} * {{see | name=Espoo Car Museum | alt= | url=https://espoonautomuseo.fi/english/ | email= | address=Bodomintie 35, Pakankylä | lat=60.275614 | long=24.668197 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring (starting from Easter) and autumn: Sa Su 11:00-17:00; summer: Tu-Su 11:00 to 17:00 | price= | content= |lastedit=2026-08-13}} * {{see | name=Espoo cathedral | alt= | url= | email= | address=Kirkkokatu 1 | lat=60.209284 | long=24.653593 | directions= | phone=+358 9 862-5000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=free | content=The cathedral near Espoon Keskus is over 500 years old and built out of granite stone. }} * {{see | name=Espoo TV and radio mast | alt=Espoon radio- ja televisioasema | url= | email= | address=Pellavakaskentie, Espoo | lat=60.17719 | long=24.64055 | directions=Latokaski district, 1 km walking from the closest bus stop (Latokasken koulu) | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=At 326 m, it is the tallest structure in the capital region and the third tallest in Finland (two other masts are 327 m high). It isn't the Eiffel tower – you can't climb it or even get next to it (the immediate surroundings are closed off with a fence) but it's there; there is a walking trail next to the place. }} * {{see | name=Architecture in Tapiola | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.17879 | long=24.80601| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Tapiola district in the east of Espoo was constructed as a garden city in the 1950s and 1960s. The district is a showcase of Finnish architecture from that period and many of the buildings look quite innovative and unusual even today. }} * {{see | name=Glims Pks4H Petting Zoo | alt= | url=https://www.pks4h.fi/muu-toiminta/kotielainpihat/glimsin-4h-kotielainpiha/ | email=elainvastaava@4h.fi | address=Glimsintie 1 | lat=60.2208644 | long=24.6801625 | directions=near Jorvi hospital | phone=+358 45-783-17764 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-04-18 | content=In Glims you will find several different domestic animals such as sheep. Children can hug animals. }} * {{see | name=Lake Bodom | alt=Bodominjärvi | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.25644 | long=24.66473 | directions=near the Nuuksio National Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-02-09 | content=The most popular beach in Espoo has a grim history, it is the site of probably the most well-known unsolved mystery in Finland, the Lake Bodom murders. This is where the band Children of Bodom got their name from. }} ==Do== [[File:Mini-Tapiola.jpg|thumb|right|"Mini-Tapiola" in autumn 2006]] [[File:Half Pipe Serena.jpg|thumbnail|Outdoor half-pipe water slide at Serena]] * {{do | name=Espoo archipelago | alt= | url=http://www.visitespoo.fi/visitors_guide/enjoy/archipelago/scheduled__boats | email= | address= | lat=60.140626 | long=24.764998 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Many small islands outside Espoo can be visited by boat in the summer. They are great for hiking and camping. }} * {{do | name=Classical music | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolasinfonietta.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.17780 | long=24.80440 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tapiola Sinfonietta is an orchestra specializing in Viennese classical music, but also plays modern music. They perform regularly in the Tapiolasali concert hall, sometimes together with international guest soloists. }} * {{do | name=Mini-Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.tapiolankeskus.fi/fi/Liikkeet-Palvelut/Espoon-kaupungin-palvelut-kulttuuri/miniTapiola | email= | address=Tapiola centre | lat=60.17618 | long=24.80328 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=09:00-21:00 | price=Free | image=Mini-Tapiola.jpg | lastedit=2015-12-21 | content="Mini-Tapiola" is a children's play park featuring a miniature version of the centre of Tapiola. Here children can have fun and familiarise themselves with the Tapiola district and basic traffic rules, while being safely overseen by their parents. }} * {{do | name=Espoo Waterfront Walkway | alt=Rantaraitti | url=http://www.espoo.fi/en-US/Housing_and_environment/Streets_and_Transport/Pedestrian_and_bicycle_traffic/Espoos_Waterfront_Walkway | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Any time | price=Free | lastedit=2015-04-26 | content=The Rantaraitti hiking trail runs along Espoo's entire coastline, from the border to Helsinki at Laajalahti all the way to the border to Kirkkonummi at Kauklahti. The trail is well marked with frequent Rantaraitti icons. You can start and end your hike at any point during the trail. }} * {{do | name=Laajalahti Nature Reserve | alt= | url=http://www.nationalparks.fi/en/laajalahti | email=villaelfvik@espoo.fi | address=Elfvikintie | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 816-54400 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-06-14 | content=Bird wetland. It has a large nesting population and is also an important stop for migrating birds. Trails and bird watching towers. The Laajalahti bay consists mostly of shallow open water, but there are also a broad reedbed and shoreline groves and meadows. The nature centre Villa Elfvik is starting point for a 700-m nature trail and a 3-km trail to the southern end of the area by Otaniemi, where it combines with the Waterfront Walkway]. }} * {{Marker|type=do|lat=60.31505 | long=24.52835|name=[[Nuuksio National Park]]}}. This is a "go to" place in Espoo, being probably the most accessible "true Finnish forest" near Helsinki. There is parking and footpaths. Although one has a metalled path up to a beautiful lakeshore, none are completely accessible by wheelchairs or prams, since all include unmaintained sections with rocky slopes and/or tree roots blocking the way. * Cinema ** {{do | name=Finnkino | alt= | url=http://www.finnkino.fi/eng | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Finnkino runs movie theatres in the shopping centres Iso Omena and Sello. }} ** {{do | name=Bio Grani | alt= | url=http://www.biograni.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Kauniainen | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} ** {{do | name=Kino Tapiola | alt= | url=http://www.kinotapiola.fi/elokuvateatteri | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Tapiola | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Smaller independent cinema, showing mostly the bigger blockbusters. May have a matinée series of cheaper, more art house screenings supported by the local culture board. }} * {{do | name=Serena Water Amusement Park | alt=Vesipuisto Serena | url=http://www.serena.fi/index.php?lang=en_EN | email=info.serena@puuhagroup.com | address=Tornimäentie 10 | lat=60.324525 | long=24.736514 | directions=Bus 236 from Leppävaara | phone=+358 9 887-0550 | tollfree= | hours=Summer and school holidays 11:00-19:00 or 20:00 (verify on website) | price=All-day pass €37, after 16:00 €32, family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) €136 | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=This is the largest water park in the Nordic countries with some 2,000 m² of heated pools indoors. The buildings have seen their best days, but kids love the water slides. An extra 1,000 m&sup2; of outdoor area is open in the summer. Serena is at its best in winter when you can kick back in a jacuzzi and watch people ski on the other side of the glass windows. }} * {{do | name=Watch a game | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Espoo has a team in many premier Finnish sports leagues. The football (soccer) team FC Honka play their home games in Tapiola sports park, Esport center is the home for Oilers (floorball) and Honka (basket ball), and in the winter many fans head to Metro Arena to see a home game of the local ice hockey team Kiekko-Espoo. }} * {{do | name=Vermo Horse Racing Track | alt=Vermon ravirata | url=https://www.vermo.fi | email= | address= | lat=60.2166 | long=24.8401 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-23 | content=Finland's premier horse racing track features races every Wednesday and some Saturdays. It also hosts the annual Finlandia-Ajo event part of the UET Masters Series. }} * {{do | name=Laguuni Keilis | alt= | url=https://laguuniin.fi/keilis/ | email= | address=Keilalahdentie 8 | lat=60.168959 | long=24.832052 | directions= | phone=+358 29-170-0353 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-11 | content=You can rent a standup paddleboard or a kayak. }} * Swimming pool ** {{do | name=Leppävaara Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39817 | email= | address=Veräjäpellonkatu 15 | lat=60.225941 | long=24.804007 | directions=Leppävaara Sports Park | phone=+358 9 8165-7570 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, hot tubs, cold water pool, wading pool, outdoor pool, virtual water exercise. Regular saunas and steam saunas. }} ** {{do | name=Keski-Espoo Swimming Pool | alt= | url=https://www.espoo.fi/en/units/39363 | email= | address=Kaivomestarinkatu 2 | lat=60.210262 | long=24.659972 | directions=Kuninkaantie general upper secondary school building | phone=+358 9 8164-3469 | tollfree= | hours= | price=€6 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Big pool, therapy pool, learner's pool, jacuzzi, hybrid saunas (infrared and aroma). }} * {{do | name=Seapoint | alt= | url=https://seapoint.fi/fi_FI/seapoint-palvelut-2/vuokraveneet/espoo | email= | address=Skatantie 36 | lat=60.134888 | long=24.727341 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Motorboat rental at Suino marina in Suvisaaristo. }} * {{do | name=Mellsten Beach | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.155498 | long=24.781249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-17 | content=A popular public beach in the Haukilahti district. There is a café serving food and drinks and a lifeguard on duty. Chosen as the best beach for windsurfing in the entire capital region by university students. About 400 metres to the east there is another public beach called the Toppelund Beach which has no services and no lifeguard. There is a beach for dogs between them. }} ===Events=== [[File:Länsiväyläjuoksu 2013.jpg|thumb|The start of the Länsiväyläjuoksu event in 2013. The short run starts first, the long run and the walk start 15 minutes after that. This is intended to minimise collisions between runners and walkers.]] * {{do | name=Espoo Panee ja Juhlii | alt= | url=https://ravintolafatlizard.fi/en/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.185388 | long=24.820186 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=16:00 to 22:00 | price=Free entry, beer from €2 (minuscule samples) to €10 (full glass) | lastedit=2024-05-02 | content=The name means "Espoo is Brewing and Partying". A small-scale beer festival hosted by the brewery restaurant Fat Lizard in Otaniemi and held on the restaurant's terrace. Various Finnish breweries come to showcase their beer and there is usually live music played. Held on three separate Fridays in the summer, one in June, one in July and one in August. See the restaurant's website for more information. }} * {{do | name=Länsiväyläjuoksu | alt= | url=http://www.lansivaylajuoksu.fi | email= | address=Otaranta | lat=60.1857 | long=24.8349 | directions= | phone=+358 44-340-5326, +358 9 343 1067 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00–16:00 | price=Free/€15–60 depending on category and registration date | content=Espoo's most famous annual running and walking event. Held on a Sunday in late April. Three event categories: long run, short run and walk. All of them start and end at Otaranta. The long run is over 17 km and goes all across the Laajalahti bay, also visiting neighbouring Helsinki. The short run and the walk are 6 km and stay in Espoo. A nice opportunity to get some exercise and see the scenery in southern Finland. There is a fee for participation but spectating is free. }} ==Buy== ===Shopping centres=== [[File:Tapiolan keskustaa illalla.jpg|thumbnail|Department stores in Tapiola during the Christmas season]] * {{buy | name=Sello | alt= | url=http://www.sello.fi/opening-times | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21791 | long=24.80996 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest shopping centres in Finland with excellent traffic connections. Local trains A, E, S, U, Y and the night train L all stop at Leppävaara station which is just beside the shopping centre. Also many bus routes serve the area. Selection of retailers is geared Finnish and international clothing and consumer electronics chains. The shopping centre features several cafes, restaurants and fast food outlets as well as two large grocery stores. }} * {{buy | name=Iso Omena | alt= | url=http://www.isoomena.fi/en_US/ | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 | lat=60.16160 | long=24.73825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Large shopping centre serving the Matinkylä district. Bus lines 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 10K, 11, 31, 35, 112, 503, 132, 143, 145, 147, 150, 151, 154, 160 and 165. The selection of shops is fairly similar compared to the slightly larger Sello shopping centre, although there are some speciality shops geared towards a more upscale clientele. }} * {{buy | name=Entresse and Espoontori | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.20432 | long=24.65666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The two shopping centres, [http://entresse.fi/ Entresse] and [http://www.espoontori.fi/ Espoontori], serve the Central Espoo district near the Espoo train station. Local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop here. Both shopping centres are significantly smaller than the ones previously introduced. Espoontori features a grocery store, Tokmanni (a budget general store) and various smaller retailers. Entresse has a grocery store, jewellery shops and clothing stores. }} * {{buy | name= Tapiola shopping district | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Includes [https://www.ainoatapiola.fi/ AINOA Tapiola Commercial Centre], a Stockmann, and numerous smaller shops. }} * Smaller shopping centres are [http://www.lippulaiva.fi Lippulaiva] in Espoonlahti; Olari Prisma next to Iso Omena on the opposite side of Länsiväylä; [https://kauppakeskusniitty.fi Niitty] in Niittykumpu on the top of the district's metro station; Mankkaa and Viherlaakso; a hardware store area including the shopping centre Merituuli in Suomenoja; another similar area in Lommila and Muurala near Espoo centre, and numerous others. Most districts have at least one local grocery store (often with a couple of other shops and services in the same building). ===Outlet shops=== * {{buy | name=Iittala Outlet | alt= | url=http://www.iittala.fi/web/Iittalaweb.nsf/en/home | email= | address=Espoontie 25, Lommila | lat=60.21980 | long=24.66456 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Home decoration and kitchen utensils. }} * {{buy | name=Lumene | alt= | url=http://www.lumene.com | email= | address=Lasihytti 1, Kauklahti | lat=60.18679 | long=24.59925 | directions=Kauklahti, Western Espoo; local trains E, S, U and the night train L stop at Kauklahti station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Finnish cosmetics manufacturer Lumene's factory outlet. }} * {{buy | name=Espoon lahjatupa | alt= | url=http://www.espoonlahjatupa.fi | email= | address=Kirkkojärventie 3, Espoon keskus | lat=60.20550 | long= 24.65671 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An outlet shop rich in atmosphere selling Finnish handmade gifts and home decoration products. }} ===Outdoor markets=== Like most cities in Finland you can buy fruits, vegetables, fish and more and sit down for a cup of coffee at outdoor markets (''tori''). They are open 09:00–17:00. For maps and information on events, [http://www.espoontorikauppiaat.fi/index.php?lang=EN Espoon torikauppiaat ] association website. * Espoon keskus (Asematori) * Leppävaara markets (Läkkitori north of the railway station and Viaporin tori on the southern side, in the inner court of Sello shopping centre) * Espoonlahti market (Ulappatori) * Tapiola market * Karakallio market ===Flea markets=== * {{buy | name=Fida International | alt= | url=http://www.fida.info/fida-in-english/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-11-05| content=Fida International operates goodwill flea markets in four, mostly residential areas: Leppävaara (Harakantie 22) Matinkylä (Piispansilta 11), Tapiola (Kauppamiehentie 1) and Espoon Keskus (Kamreerintie 3). The selection in the shops mostly consists of used clothes, books and furniture. }} * {{buy | name=Espoo Recycling Centre | alt=Espoon kierrätyskeskus | url=http://www.kierratyskeskus.fi/in_english | email= | address=Matinpurontie 8 | lat=60.16216 | long=24.75559 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The selection includes furniture, clothes (also vintage), toys, books, sports equipment, electronics, cookware and cutlery. The shop has also a free of charge department with a small variety of clothes and other items. }} * {{buy | name=TC Secondhand | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/TCsecondhandMatinkyla | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44 972 7777 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 14:00–18:00, Sa 12:00–16:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Charity shop selling clothes and accessories. Sales revenue supports those in difficult life situations. }} * There are some self-service fleamarkets around Espoo like [http://www.akseli.info Akseli] (Sinikalliontie 1, Mankkaa) * {{buy | name=Red Cross Secondhand Store Galleria | alt=SPR Kontti Espoo Galleria | url=https://sprkontti.fi/pages/espoon-kontti-galleria | email= | address=Konstaapelinkatu 4 | lat=60.22157 | long=24.81411 | directions=in Galleria shopping center | phone=+358 40 750 5454 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09-20:00, Sa 10-17:00, Su 11-17:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-08-12 | content=Finnish Red Cross Kontti charity shop offers a wide range of second hand goods like clothes, household items, books and small furniture. The proceeds of Kontti are used for the relief work of the Finnish Red Cross in Finland and abroad. }} ==Eat== [[File:HanaholmenN.jpg|thumbnail|Hanasaari cultural centre, also has a restaurant with Scandinavian cuisine]] ===Budget=== * {{eat | name=Student diners in Otaniemi | alt= | url=https://kanttiinit.fi/ | email= | address=Otakaari 1 | lat=60.18611 | long=24.82828 | directions=several places in the area | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=lunchtime | price=€5–8 | content=The lunch restaurants of the Aalto University engineering schools offer cheap meals even for non-students. Most have 2–3 cheap options and one higher-price option. }} ** {{eat | name=Maukas | alt= | url=https://www.mau-kas.fi/ | email=info@mau-kas.fi | address=Vuorimiehentie 5 | lat=60.182841 | long=24.827977 | directions=in Otaniemi | phone=+358 40-705-0157 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–14:00 | price=€10.90 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Family-run lunch restaurant in Otaniemi, Espoo. }} ** {{eat | name=Fazer Food & Co. | alt= | url=https://www.foodandco.fi/ravintolat/Ravintolat-kaupungeittain/espoo/aalto-yliopisto-tuas/ | email=tuas@foodandco.fi | address=Maarintie 8 | lat=60.186838 | long=24.819370 | directions= | phone=+358 50-417-6537 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:30–13:30 | price=€7.55, dessert €1.65 | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Pizzaman | url=http://www.pizzaman.fi | email= | address=Lippajärventie 29 | lat=60.22974 | long=24.71594 | directions= | phone=+358 9 512-0512 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–F 10–21:00, Sa Su 12:00–21:00 | price=regular pizzas €6–8 | content=Pizzaman is next to the K-Kauppa grocery store. Large pizzas. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haukimuori | url=http://www.haukimuori.com | email= | address=Iivisniemenkatu 2D | lat=60.14784 | long=24.69175 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=lunch €8 | content=A lunch restaurant in Iivisniemi district with home cooked delicious food. }} * {{eat | name=Täffä | alt= | url=https://www.teknologforeningen.fi/?lang=en | email= | address=Otakaari 22 | lat=60.18602 | long=24.83266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 (for Finnish students) to €8 | lastedit=2017-11-30 | content=Perhaps the most famous of the university student restaurants in Otaniemi, owned by the Teknologföreningen student association. Located in a nice-looking functionalist building, easy to spot by the long ledge hanging over its main entrance.<br />The restaurant is mainly for university students but is open for everyone, non-students just pay more. Still cheap.<br />Five choices available each day, of which one is vegetarian and one is a fancier and costlier à la carte option. Most famous for its spaghetti bolognese, served every Wednesday, perhaps the best spaghetti bolognese in Espoo. On Wednesdays, prepare for long queues, taking almost fifteen minutes just to get to order your food. }} * {{eat | name=Sodexo Keilasatama 5 | alt= | url=https://www.sodexo.fi/ravintolat/espoo/keilasatama-5 | email= | address=Keilasatama 5 | lat=60.173279 | long=24.829700 | directions=Metro station Keilaniemi, bus 555 | phone=+358 50-380-8490 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–13:00 | price=€11.30 | lastedit=2021-05-12 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Peshawar | alt= | url=https://www.peshawar.fi/ | email= | address=Kutojantie 3 | lat=60.209927 | long=24.754042 | directions= | phone=+358 9 888-1520 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-07-21 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Kalajärven pizzeria | alt= | url=https://kalajarvenpizzeria.fi/index.php? | email=info@kalajarvenpizzeria.fi | address=Ruskaniitty 4 | lat=60.305850 | long=24.739167 | directions=in Kalajärvi; along the road 120 | phone=+358 9 855-6856 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 10:00–, Sa Su 11:00–22:00 | price=€9–14 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content= }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Pork schnitzel with Koskenlaskija sauce at restaurant E.T. Charlie.jpg|thumb|right|Pork schnitzel]] * {{eat | name=Deli Rasoi | alt= | url=http://www.delhirasoi.fi/en/ | email= | address=Siltakatu 11 | lat=60.20378 | long=24.65905 | directions= | phone=+358 9 428-91892 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–Th 10:30–21:00, F–Su 11:00–22:00 | price=Lunch buffet €9.20 (M–F), €12 (weekend), mains from €12 | content=Tasty and authentic Indian food. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Dylan & Friends | alt= | url=https://www.dylan.fi/keilaniemi | email=friends@dylan.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.174885 | long=24.830884 | directions=in the Accountor Tower building, take the escalators on the left | phone=+358 40-125-8838 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-14:00, closed weekends | price=€14.50 | lastedit=2025-06-17 | content=A lunch restaurant in the Accountor Tower office building. Serves buffet lunch on weekdays. }} * {{eat | name=E.T. Charlie | alt= | url=https://ristorantecharlie.fi/ | email=info@ristorantecharlie.fi | address=Ukkohauentie 11–13 | lat=60.1633 | long=24.7761 | directions= | phone=+358 9 886-01761 | tollfree= | hours=11:00–21:00 mostly | price= | content=A spacious, stylish, comfortable restaurant in the quiet residential district of Haukilahti. Serves typical dishes available in restaurants in Finland: pastas, pizzas, steaks, and burgers. No famous speciality, but all dishes are worth trying. The kitchen closes at 21:00, but the restaurant usually stays open until midnight. Many local people come here often. There is a bus connection to Tapiola and Otaniemi (line 111) near the restaurant and it's a short walk away from the Haukilahti beach and marina. Main courses €11–25. }} * {{eat | name=Fat Lizard | alt= | url=http://ravintolafatlizard.fi/ | email= | address=Tietotie 1 | lat=60.18558 | long=24.82041 | directions= | phone=+358 20-127-7710 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30 to 24:00 mostly | price=Lunch €12–17.50, main courses €18–32 | lastedit=2018-02-18 | content=One of the very few à la carte restaurants in Otaniemi. Highly stylish interior and good, if somewhat expensive, food. Easily accessible as it's next door to the Aalto University metro station. Lunch includes both a buffet at 12 € and an upgrade option for €5.50 extra. If you're feeling adventurous, try fried crickets as starters at €10. The restaurant also includes its own bar, serving various beers both from the Fat Lizard brewery (try some, they're refreshingly fruity lagers) and elsewhere. }} * {{eat | name=Fuku Supreme | alt= | url=https://www.fukusupreme.com/ | email=fukusupreme@ravintolafuku.com | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.218131 | long=24.809982 | directions=on the Viaporintori square, no entrance from inside Sello | phone=+358 50-5425-386 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:30-21:00, Sa 12:00-21:00, Su 12:00-20:00 | price=Buffet about €25 | lastedit=2025-05-04 | content=A sushi restaurant near the Sello shopping centre in Leppävaara. The buffet is rather good and included salad, sushi, warm food and desserts. Water, coffee and green tea is included, alcoholic drinks cost extra. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Grilli Toro | url=http://www.grillitoro.fi/ | email= | address=Louhentie 16 | lat= 60.18705 | long=24.79654 | directions= | phone=+358 9 460-427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A good selection of large steaks at a reasonable price in Pohjantori, north Tapiola, especially popular during lunchtime. }} * {{eat | name=Luukki Manor | alt=Luukin kartano | url=https://www.ravintolalaguna.fi/luukin-kartano | email=myynti@ravintolalaguna.fi | address=Luukintie 33 | lat=60.316378 | long=24.692171 | directions=in Luukki; along the road 120 | phone=+358 50-351-7728 | tollfree= | hours=June to August: daily 10:00–17:00; September to May: weekend 11:00–15:00 | price=€13–18 | lastedit=2023-09-24 | content=A restaurant manor in the Luukki recreational area. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Johannes | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/restaurant/restaurant | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16395 | long=24.83595 | directions=Hanasaari Island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Scandinavian cuisine served in an environment of modern art. Good food, but the service is rather slow even as the restaurant is not even half full. The restaurant also has their own pale ale "Märket" (named after [[Lighthouses#Q3378321|the lighthouse]] west of [[Åland]]). }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Lime Leaf | url=http://eat.fi/en/espoo/banana-leaf | email= | address=Sello Rex, Leppävaara | lat=60.21760 | long= 24.80902 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Thai and Malay restaurant run by Chinese. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Nepal | alt= | url=https://ravintolanepal.fi | email= | address=Kivenlahdenkatu 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 9 348-9009 | tollfree= | hours=Tu–Th 11:00–21:00, F 11:00–22:00, Sa 12:00–22:00, Su 12:00–21:00 | price=Lunch starting from €9 (Tu–F), Mains starting from €12 | lastedit=2020-01-18 | content=Tasty and authentic Nepalese food in Espoo. Great value for the price. }} * {{eat | name=Ravintola Sevilla Bar & Restaurante | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tapionaukio 3, Tapiola | lat=60.17680 | long=24.80556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Spanish-style restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Xin Long | alt= | url=http://xinlong.tilda.ws/ | email= | address=Tapiontori 3 | lat=60.17790 | long=24.80395 | directions= | phone=+358 9 855-0030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30–21:00 | price=Lunch €9 | lastedit=2016-03-09 | content=A Chinese restaurant near the centre of Tapiola. Famous for its all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, combining Chinese food and sushi. Not specifically a sushi restaurant, but the sushi is among the best in Espoo. The main courses include various varieties of beef, pork, chicken and tofu, and all are worth trying. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Accountor Tower by Keilalahti from Keilaniemi in Otaniemi, Espoo, Finland, 2022 April (cropped).jpg|thumb|right|The Accountor Tower high-rise building is one of the tallest buildings in Finland. Restaurant Lucy in the Sky is on the 20th floor.]] * {{eat | name=Ravintola Haikaranpesä | alt= | url=https://ravintolahaikaranpesa.fi/ | email= | address=Hauenkallio 3 | lat=60.16134 | long=24.76591 | directions= | phone=+358 9 452-4254 | tollfree= | hours=M–F 11:00–15:00, Sa Su 12:00–17:00 | price=Lunch buffet €56 | content=A panoramic restaurant in the water tower of Haukilahti. Open only for lunch! }} * {{eat | name=Lucy in the Sky | alt= | url=https://www.lucyinthesky.fi/ | email=lucy@lucyinthesky.fi | address=Keilaniementie 1 | lat=60.175003 | long=24.830685 | directions= | phone=+358 40-353-2522 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00–22:30, F 11:00–00:00, Sa 13:00–00:00, Su 13:00–18:00, M closed | price=Main courses €30–40, set menus €70 | lastedit=2025-06-01 | content=A fashionable restaurant located on the top floor of the Accountor Tower office building on the sea shore, offering nice views over the cities of Espoo and Helsinki. A wide variety of dishes available as well as three set menus, of which one is vegetarian. Diverse wine list. }} ==Drink== [[File:Bemböle kaffestuga.jpg|thumbnail|Bemböle coffee house]] ===Cafés=== [[File:Kahvila Merenneito in March 2025.jpg|thumb|right|Café Merenneito]] * {{drink | name=Café Mellsten | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mellstenintie 6 | lat=60.15551 | long=24.77823 | directions=near the beach in Haukilahti | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A café that serves tasty and cheap lunch consisting of soup or pasta. }} * {{drink | name=Bembölen kahvitupa | alt=Bemböle kaffestuga | url=http://www.suomenkalastusmatkailu.fi/bembolenkahvitupa/ | email= | address=Bellinmäki 1 | lat= 60.22279 | long= 24.67391 | directions=Bemböle district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional café with century-old history next to the [[King's Road (Finland)|King's Road]]. }} * {{drink | name=Café Ankkuri | alt= | url=https://www.cafeotsolahti.com/ | email= | address=Sateenkaari 9 | lat=60.17251 | long=24.81331 | directions=Otsolahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café WeeGee | alt= | url=http://www.sodexo.fi/weegee {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Ahertajantie 5 | lat= 60.17879 | long=24.79707 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Café Merenneito | alt= | url=http://www.cafemerenneito.fi | email= | address=Koukkuniementie 1A | lat= 60.15080 | long= 24.75212 | directions=Matinkylä district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kahvila Satakieli | alt= | url=http://www.espoo.fi/default.asp?path=1;28;11866;7969;7971 {{dead link|October 2017|December 2020}} | email= | address=Elfvikintie 4 | lat= 60.20173 | long=24.82244 | directions=Laajalahti district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Kaisan Café | alt= | url= | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 8 | lat=60.17404 | long=24.80408 | directions=Tapiola district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located in the "Sampokuja" building in central Tapiola. Open on weekdays only. Try their cinnamon buns, they're tasty, huge (perhaps the biggest in Espoo) and quite cheap. }} * {{drink | name=Vasikkasaaren kahvila | alt= | url= | email= | address=Iso Vasikkasaari Island | lat=60.14070 | long=24.75848 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Teen Challenge Finland meeting place | alt= | url=https://teenchallenge.fi | email=info@teenchallenge.fi | address=Kala-Matti 3 C | lat=60.158117 | long=24.737094 | directions= | phone=+358 44-972-7777 | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th 11:00–15:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-06-08 | content=Community café. Free of charge coffee and buns. }} ===Bars and pubs=== * {{drink | name=Base | url=http://www.ravintolabase.fi | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat= 60.21742 | long= 24.80885 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A cosy place for a drink, also situated at Sello. }} * {{drink | name=Bodom Bar & Sauna | alt= | url=http://www.bodombar.com/ | email= | address=Merituulentie 35 | lat=60.17087 | long=24.75664 | directions=near the Niittykumpu metro station | phone=+358 500-111-121 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant bar dedicated to the Finnish metal band Children of Bodom. Public sauna included. }} * {{drink | name=Gallows Bird | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/GallowsBirdTapiola | email=info.gallows@gmail.com | address=Länsituuli 5 | lat=60.174754 | long=24.802746 | directions=in the Ainoa shopping centre | phone=+358 50-330-4990 | tollfree= | hours=14:00 to 00:00 mostly | price=Beer about €10 | lastedit=2025-09-06 | content=A brewpub with a wide variety of different beers on tap, and they brew their own beers as well. A spacious outdoor terrace, but no spectacular views from the terrace to speak of. The pub also serves banh mi and tacos if you're hungry. }} * {{drink | name=Mitta ja Hana (former pub Satulinna) | url= | email= | address=Kirstintie 5 | lat= 60.20086 | long= 24.66648 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Likely the most famous pub in Espoo. }} * {{drink | name=William K | url= | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 3-9 | lat=60.21740 | long=24.81024 | directions=in Sello mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A passable beer pub with nice sunny outdoor seating. }} ===Nightclubs=== Most people head east to Helsinki when they're planning a night out, but there are a couple of night clubs in Espoo as well. * {{drink | name=Bada Bing | alt= | url=http://bada-bing.fi/badabing/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Itätuulenkuja 10 | lat=60.17416 | long=24.80522 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The former Fellini/Aladdin is in the Tapiola district and attracts many young adults. R-22. }} * {{drink | name=Club Kannunkulma | url=http://www.kannunkulma.com | email= | address=Kannusillankatu 2 | lat= 60.20564 | long= 24.65353 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A restaurant in the daytime, and some form of entertainment every night. }} * {{drink | name=Bella Ciao | url= | email= | address=Piispansilta 11 A | lat=60.16139 | long= 24.73939 | directions=in the Iso-Omena mall | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa nights until 04:00 | price= | content=The place to go in Matinkylä. Like the others it is also a restaurant during the daytime. R-18 }} ==Sleep== [[File:Kaakkoista Espoota 23 kesä 2009.jpg|thumbnail|View towards Keilaniemi waterfront. Left: Fortum head office and Otaniemi water tower. Right: Life Science Center business park.]] ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Folkhälsan Solvallan Sports Institute Accommodation | alt= | url=https://www.folkhalsan.fi/en | email= | address=Nuuksiontie 82, Nuuksio | lat=60.29324 | long= 24.55798 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Comfort Hotel Sello | alt= | url=https://www.strawberryhotels.com/hotels/finland/espoo/comfort-hotel-sello/ | email= | address=Leppävaarankatu 1 | lat=60.21699 | long=24.81368 | directions= | phone=+358 10-344-4200 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110, cheaper weekend rates |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A new design hotel next to Sello shopping centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Scandic Espoo | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/en/hotels/scandic-espoo | email= | address=Nihtisillantie 1 | lat= 60.20701 | long=24.75561 | directions= | phone=+358 9 435-20 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2026-08-13| content=A chain hotel next to highway 1, best suited for those travelling by car as there isn't very much to see within walking distance. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Sokos Hotel Tapiola Garden | url=http://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/hotels/espoo/ | email=tapiolagarden.espoo@sokoshotels.fi | address=Tapionaukio 3 | lat= 60.17718 | long= 24.80701 | directions= | phone=+358 20-123-4616 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 1234 617 | hours= | price=From €83 | checkin= | checkout= | content=A largish, modern hotel in a pleasant neighbourhood of Tapiola. 154 (all non-smoking) rooms, sauna, exercise facilities, wireless Internet access, restaurant and bar. Convenient transport to Helsinki center by bus. Rooms in the northern part of the hotel have a scenic view facing a large pool. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Hanaholmen | alt= | url=http://www.hanaholmen.fi/en/ | email= | address=Hanasaarenranta 5 | lat=60.16389 | long=24.83593 | directions=on the Hanasaari island | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2015-11-29 | content=Located in the Laajalahti bay between Espoo and Helsinki, Hanasaari island fits exactly the hotel, a short road to it and a stretch of the highway Länsiväylä. Hanasaari hotel hosts a Swedish cultural centre and is often used for conferences. It is also within a walking distance (1 km) from the Keilaniemi business district. Very easy to reach by bus via bus stops on the Länsiväylä. Notice that there is an unrelated Hanasaari power plant in Helsinki; ask the taxi driver for the hotel in Espoo! The hotel rooms offer magnificent sea views through their huge windows. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Korpilampi | url=https://www.korpilampi.fi/en/ | email=myynti@korpilampi.fi | address=Korpilammentie 5 | lat= 60.32512 | long=24.73045 | directions=in Lahnus; near the Serena Waterpark | phone=+358 9 613-8411 | tollfree= | fax= | price=€50–100 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, Espoo | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-espoo | email=info.espoo@radissonblu.com | address=Otaranta 2 | lat=60.18216 | long=24.83455 | directions=Aalto University campus in Otaniemi | phone=+358 20-123-4705 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=doubles from €110 | content=Popular among business travellers and academic visitors because of its location. }} ==Stay safe== Although a part of the Helsinki metropolitan area, Espoo has few or no problem spots and is exceptionally safe. There are various reasons. The population of Espoo is affluent, with few low-income neighbourhoods. Population is simply less concentrated, with few high-rise districts, traffic junctions or concentrations of nightlife. Thus, partygoers are more likely to head to Helsinki to cause trouble. Caution is warranted in urban districts (along the railway) with nightlife during Friday or Saturday nights, for instance in Leppävaara and Espoon keskus. Suvela and Kirstinmäki, next to Espoon keskus, is often mentioned as the only "ghetto" in Espoo, although this is more reputation than fact if compared to districts in Central or Eastern Helsinki. ==Connect== ==Cope== The Jorvi Hospital (''Jorvin sairaala'') is near Espoon keskus. This is the main emergency care and surgery facility in Espoo. This is a rather remote location relative to most other places in Espoo, 20 min by car from the southwestern corner. Private clinics (search for "lääkäriasema" in Espoo) are found in Espoon keskus, Matinkylä, Leppävaara and Tapiola. See: * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet#/94/mehilainen_matinkyla Mehiläinen Matinkylä]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Piispanportti 10 A, 3. floor) * [https://www.mehilainen.fi/terveyspalvelut/toimipisteet/33 Mehiläinen Leppävaara]{{Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (Panorama Tower, Hevosenkenkä 3) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Espoontori/ Terveystalo Espoontori] (Kamreerintie 7) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Iso-Omena-C-torni/ Terveystalo Iso Omena] (Piispansilta 11) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Leppavaara/ Terveystalo Leppävaara] (Alberganesplanadi 1) * [https://www.terveystalo.com/fi/Toimipaikat/Terveystalo-Tapiola/ Terveystalo Tapiola] (Ainoa, Länsituuli 7) * [https://www.aava.fi/toimipiste/aava-tapiola Aava Tapiola] (Länsituulentie 1 A) The police station ("Kilon poliisi") is in Kilo district, Nihtisillankuja 4. [http://www.poliisi.fi/en/westernuusimaa/contactinformation Contacts]. ==Go next== West: [[Kirkkonummi]]–[[Siuntio]]–[[Ingå]]–[[Raseborg]] (Karis–Ekenäs–Pojo)–[[Hanko]] — The next cities westwards accessible by bus, train or car. North: [[Vantaa]]–[[Klaukkala]]–[[Hyvinkää]] {{routebox | image1=Simple gold crown.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Turku]] | minorl1=[[Kirkkonummi]] | directionr1=E | minorr1=[[Vantaa]] (sidetrip [[Helsinki]]) | majorr1=[[Vyborg]] | link1=King's Road (Finland) | caption1=King's Road | image2=Tabliczka E18.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Turku]] | minorl2=[[Nuuksio National Park]] | directionr2=E | minorr2=junction [[Helsinki]] → [[Vantaa]] | majorr2=[[Saint Petersburg]] | link2=E18 }} {{usablecity}} {{isPartOf|Uusimaa}} {{geo|60.161667|24.738333}} {{mapmask| 60.342 , 24.750| 60.241 , 24.785| 60.253 , 24.831| 60.104 , 24.825| 60.088 , 24.651| 60.153 , 24.612| 60.213 , 24.503| 60.325 , 24.502| 60.313 , 24.564| 60.359 , 24.629}} nqi8nmgkuguf79u1oagpa7yt7j8dtae 0 11239 5328528 5278091 2026-08-14T21:29:05Z Gerode 2196717 Updated Jetty Island 5328528 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Everett Station - Everett skyline, 2014 (cropped).jpg|pgname=Everett}} [[File:Everett, WA - Hewitt Ave Historic District pano 02.jpg|300px|thumb|Hewitt Ave Historic District]] '''Everett''' is a city in the [[Puget Sound]] region of [[Washington (state)|Washington State]], {{mi|28}} north of [[Seattle]] at the edge of its metropolitan area. The city supports one of Boeing's oldest and largest airplane manufacturing centers, which includes the world's largest building by volume. ==Get in== {{mapframe|47.9633|-122.2006|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} {{mapshapes|Q7564853}} <!-- Sounder commuter rail --> ===By car=== [[File:I-5.svg|22px]] '''[[Interstate 5#Everett|Interstate 5]] (I-5)''' passes through Everett from exits #186 (128th St SW) through #198 (WA-529 West Broadway). To get to downtown from the northbound lanes, exit at Exit #193 (WA-529 Pacific Ave City Center). From the southbound lanes, exit at Exit #194 (US-2 Wenatchee/Everett Ave) and follow signs towards Everett Ave. [[File:I-405.svg|22px]] '''Interstate 405 (I-405)''' merges into I-5 a few miles south of the city, at Exit 182. Follow signs towards I-5 North towards Everett or continue on the freeway which becomes WA-525 towards the [[Mukilteo]] Ferry. [[File:US 2.svg|22px]] '''U.S. Highway 2 (US-2)''' merges into I-5 in Everett at Exit 194, just east of downtown. It continues east through Snohomish and Monroe, then across Stevens Pass to Leavenworth, Wenatchee, Ephrata and Spokane in Eastern Washington. ===By train=== {{See also|Rail travel in the United States}} *{{go | name=Everett Station | alt= | url=https://wa-everetttransit.civicplus.com/148/Everett-Station | email= | address=3201 Smith Ave | lat=47.9755 | long=-122.1977 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM-10PM | price= | wikidata=Q3095760 | lastedit=2018-07-05 | content=The Sound Transit Sounder and Amtrak operate from Everett Station at 3201 Smith Ave. The waiting area and ticketing desk for Amtrak are in the lobby of the building, while the ticket machines and the Orca Card transponders for the Sound Transit Sounder trains are inside the building and out at the loading platform. }} ** {{go | name=Sound Transit | alt= | url=https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/routes-schedules/n-line | email= | address=Everett Station | lat= | long= | directions=first platform behind and south of the building; loading platform can also be accessed directly from the bus transit center (south of the building) without going through the building | phone= | tollfree=+1-888-889-6368 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sound Transit | wikidata=Q3965367 | lastedit=2022-09-29 | content=Sound Transit operates Sounder commuter trains down to Seattle in the morning and up to Everett via Edmonds and Mukilteo in the afternoons. They also operate additional trains for the Mariners and Seahawks home events. }} ** {{go | name=Amtrak | alt= | url=https://www.amtrak.com | email= | address=(ticket desk & waiting room) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith Ave | lat= | long= | directions=second platform from behind the building there are designated paths to allow passengers to walk across the first track from the building to the second platform | phone=+1 215-856-7924 | tollfree=+1-800-872-7245 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Amtrak | wikidata=Q23239 | lastedit=2022-09-26 | content=The following Amtrak routes serve Everett:. }} *** '''[[Amtrak Cascades]]''' operates between [[Vancouver|Vancouver, BC]] and [[Eugene]] via [[Bellingham (Washington)|Bellingham]], [[Mount Vernon (Washington)|Mount Vernon]], Everett, [[Edmonds]], [[Seattle]], [[Tukwila]], [[Tacoma]], [[Lacey]] ([[Olympia (Washington)|Olympia]]), [[Centralia (Washington)|Centralia]], [[Kelso (Washington)|Kelso]] ([[Longview (Washington)|Longview]]), [[Vancouver (Washington)|Vancouver, WA]], [[Portland (Oregon)|Portland,]] [[Oregon City]], [[Salem (Oregon)|Salem]], and [[Albany (Oregon)|Albany]]. There are two round trips daily along the portion between Vancouver and Seattle, four round trips daily along the portion between Seattle and Portland, and two round trips daily along the portion between Portland and Eugene. No train departures travel the whole length of the route. Additional service between Vancouver and Seattle, and between Portland to Eugene are provided on the Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach. *** [[Empire Builder|'''Empire Builder''']] operating daily between [[Seattle]]/[[Portland (Oregon)|Portland]] and [[Chicago]] including stops at [[Spokane|Spokane,]] [[Glacier National Park (Montana)|Glacier National Park]], [[Fargo]], [[Saint Paul]], and [[Milwaukee]]. The trains split into separate branches between Seattle and Spokane, and between Portland and Spokane, while operating as trains consisting of train cars from both branches between Spokane and Chicago. Between Seattle and Spokane, trains stop in [[Edmonds]], Everett, [[Leavenworth (Washington)|Leavenworth,]] [[Wenatchee]], and [[Ephrata]] ===By bus=== The ''[https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/stops-stations/everett-station bus transit center]'' for Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit and Skagit Transit is next to the Everett Station Building (3201 S Smith) at the southside. Amtrak ticket desks and waiting area are in the lobby, inside the building: * {{go | name=Community Transit | alt= | url=https://www.communitytransit.org/stop/evtst?q=everett | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-348-7100 | tollfree= | hours= | price=adult $2.25 (local); $4.25 (S Snohomish Co to/from Seattle); $5.50 (N Snohomish to/from Seattle) and is part of the regional Orca payment system | wikidata=Q5154898 | content=Goes out to the surrounding cities and towns of Arlington (#201/202), Aurora Village in Shoreline (Swift Blue); Goldbrier (#270); Lynnwood (#201/202, 512); Marysville (#201/202); Smokey Point (#201/202), Stanwood (#240 from Smokey Point), Lake Stevens (#280), Granite Falls (#280), etc. They also operate Sound Transit buses to downtown Seattle (510), Bellevue (532) and Northgate (Link Light Rail 1 from Lynnwood) form Everett. }} :* 201/202 connects Lynnwood to Smokey Way via Ash Way P&R, Everett Station and Marysville. Limited stops along Broadway south of Everett Station. * {{go | name=Sound Transit | alt= | url=https://www.soundtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Bay C1 for Rt510 & 512 southbound, and Bay C3 for Rt#532 | phone= | tollfree=+1-888-889-6368 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3965367 | lastedit=2023-06-16 | content=Has regional public transit routes including Sounder trains, Link light rail, and express bus in King County (e.g. [[Bellevue]], [[Federal Way]], [[Kent (Washington)|Kent]], [[Renton]], [[Seattle]]), Snohomish County (e.g. Everett, [[Lynnwood]]), and Pierce County (e.g. [[Puyallup]], [[Tacoma]]). }} Bus routes serving Everett: ** 510 traveling from [[Seattle/Downtown|downtown Seattle]] to Everett station via Mountlake Terrace and South Everett Freeway Stations. Operates Monday to Friday with trips heading to Seattle in the mornings and to Everett in the afternoons. ** 512 traveling from Lynnwood to Everett Station via Ash Way P&R. Operates daily through the day. Transfer to Link Light Rail #1 in Lynnwood to continue towards [[Seattle Tacoma International Airport]] through Northgate, University District/Ravenna, Capitol Hill, downtown Seattle and South Seattle. ** 513 traveling from Lynnwood to Seaway Transit Center in Mukilteo south of Everett. This route operates during weekday rush hours only. ** 532 traveling from the [[Bellevue#By bus|downtown Bellevue Transit Center]] in Bellevue to Everett Station via Canyon Park, Totem Lake, and Ash Way. Operates weekday rush hours only. At other times take the 201/202 or 512 bus to Lynnwood from Everett Station and transfer to the 535 bus in Lynnwood. Everett Station is a connection hub for the rural counties to the north: * {{go | name=Island Transit 412C | alt= | url=https://www.islandtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 360-678-7771 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2023-06-11 | content=Scheduled bus services on Whidbey Island and [[Camano Island]]. From Monday to Friday, bus route 412C operates a few trips per day between Everett Station and [[Camano Island#Get around|Terry's Corner]] on Camano Island. Camano Island can also be reached by taking Community Transit (#201/202 & 240 via Smokey Point near Arlington Ariport) to Stanwood and transferring to Island Transit bus routes 3 (local) or 411C (to/from Mt Vernon). }} * {{go | name=Skagit Transit 90X | alt= | url=https://www.skagittransit.org/ | email=custserv@skagittransit.org | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Bay A4 | phone=+1 360-757-4433 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12054349 | lastedit=2022-09-26 | content=Operates bus route 90X traveling south from [[Burlington (Washington)#By public transit|Burlington]] via [[Mount Vernon (Washington)#By bus|Mount Vernon]], to Everett Station. The bus operates multiple times daily. }} Everett is an easy stop for many private regional shuttle services and long-distance bus routes: * {{listing | type=go | name=BellAir Airporter | alt= | url=http://www.airporter.com/shuttle | email= | address=(bus stop) Tulalip Resort Hotel @ 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip| lat= | long= | directions=bus stop, east of the front entrance to Tulalip Resort Hotel; hotel is at 88th St NE and Quil Ceda Blvd west of I-5 at Exit #200 | phone=+1-866-235-5247 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Goes up to Marysville, Stanwood, Burlington/Mt Vernon, Bellingham & Blaine from [[Seattle#By bus|Seattle]] and [[Seattle-Tacoma International Airport]] on one route and west from Burlington to La Conner & the San Juan Ferry Terminal on another. }} * {{go | name=Greyhound & Flixbus | alt= | url=https://www.greyhound.com/bus/everett-wa/everett-bus-stop | email= | address=(bus stop) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith Ave | lat=47.97551 | long=-122.19799 | directions=tickets no longer sold at this location. | phone= | tollfree=+1-800-231-2222 | hours=Daily 9AM-11:30AM & 2PM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q755309 | content=Travels primarily on Interstate 5 between Seattle, Everett, Mount Vernon, Bellingham and Vancouver BC. Passengers transfer to other buses in [[Seattle#By bus|Seattle]] and [[Vancouver#By bus|Vancouver]] to get to additional destinations. Some of the [https://www.flixbus.com/bus/everett-wa Flixbus routes] along I-5 between Bellingham, Seattle, Portland and Eugene are operated by MTR Western while others are operated by Greyhound. Flixbus will board at the bus pullout next to the parking lot, across (west of) Smith Ave from Everett Station, directly south of the intersection at 32nd St /Smith Ave (location of marker). Greyhound will board in front of the building, right side of the main doors of the building. }} * {{listing | name=Northwestern Trailways | alt=Northwest Stage Lines | url=https://northwesternstagelines.com/bus-stops/ | email=team@northwesterntrailways.com | address=(ticket desk) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith | lat= | long= | directions=ticket desk inside the building, bus stop at Bay B1 | phone=+1 509-838-4029 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Goes east to Lake Stevens, [[Leavenworth_(Washington)|Leavenworth]], [[Wenatchee]], [[Ephrata]] and [[Moses Lake]] & [[Spokane#by bus|Spokane]]; and south towards Seattle and Tacoma. Passengers transfer to other buses in [[Wenatchee#By bus|Wenatchee]] and [[Spokane#By bus|Spokane]] to get to additional destinations. Tickets can be booked with Salt Lake City Express or Megabus. }} * {{listing | name=Quick Shuttle | alt= | url=http://www.quickcoach.com/ | email= | address=(bus stop) Tulalip Seattle Premium Outlets @ 10600 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip | lat= | long= | directions=bus stop is between the administration office and the Addidas Outlet Store | phone= | tollfree=+1-800-665-2122 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-19 | content=Express bus between downtown Seattle and Vancouver BC. Northbound buses going to Canada only pick up passengers in the U.S. while southbound buses going to Seattle only drop off in the U.S. }} ===By plane=== *{{go | name=Paine Field | alt={{IATA|PAE}}, also known as Snohomish County Airport | url=https://flypainefield.com/ | email= | address= | lat=47.90867 | long=-122.27847 | directions=about 8.5 miles south of Everett | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Paine Field | wikidata=Q838219 | content=Limited commercial flights with '''[https://www.alaskaair.com/content/airports/washington/everett/paine-field Alaska Airlines]'''' . The terminal, ranked one of the best regional airports in the world, has a rather cozy design with fireplaces and nice chairs and sofas, and waiter service from the restaurants available throughout the terminal (all two gates of it). Everett Transit (Rt #8) provides service to a transit hub at Seaway Transit Center and the downtown Everett Station, where buses to the region can be found. }} [[Seattle-Tacoma International Airport|'''Seattle-Tacoma International Airport''']] ({{IATA|SEA}}, "Sea-Tac" for short) {{mi|45}} south of Everett, is the nearest major commercial airport. It is a major Pacific Northwest hub served by a wide range of airlines. Transit and shuttle options from Sea-Tac include: * {{listing | name=Sound Transit Link Light Rail Line 1 & Rt 512. | alt= | url=http://www.soundtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=There are a no direct Sound Transit buses from Sea-Tac to Everett. The closest option would be to take the frequent Link Light Rail from the airport to the ''[[Lynnwood#By bus|Lynnwood Station]]'' and transfer to the #512 bus up to Everett Station or 513 to Everett Seaway Transit Center. If going to the airport by ST 510 (weekday mornings only) you can get off at 5th & Jackson and transfer to Link Light Rail Line 1 at ''International District (tunnel) Station''. }} * {{listing | name=BellAir Airporter | alt= | url=http://www.airporter.com | email= | address=(regular bus stop) Tulalip Resort Hotel @ 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd in Marysville| lat= | long= | directions=a is at the main entrance to the hotel, the hotel is off of Exit #200 just north of Everett | phone=+1-866-235-5247 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Fares are from $25 up to $70 for one way | content=This will take you to points north of Everett (Bellingham, Bellingham International Airport, Marysville, Mount Vernon, Anacortes and the San Juan Islands Ferry Terminal) and down to SeaTac. Ask if they will do a special pick-up or drop off in Everett (proper). }} * {{listing | name=ShuttleExpress | alt= | url=http://www.shuttleexpress.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425 981-7000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Downtown from $18 | content=Operates both a shared and private shuttle service between the airport and hotels & residents within the Tacoma-Seattle-Bellevue-Everett corridor and its vicinity. Catch them at the 3rd level of the parking garage. During the morning commute hours (7-10AM), it may not be best to take this transportation if you go to downtown Seattle unless you have a lot of baggage to take care of; the more spacious Link Light Rail trains will get you there for about the same duration or even quicker. Walk-ins are allowed for trips from the airport (shared vans only), reservations necessary for trips to the airport. }} * {{listing | name=Whidbey-SeaTac Shuttle | alt= | url=https://www.seatacshuttle.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 360-679-4003 | tollfree=+1-877-679-4003 | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-05 | content=Nearest drop off/pick up point is at the Mulkiteo-Clinton Ferry Terminal as the shuttle/bus makes it way between Sea-Tac, Whidbey Island and Bellingham Airport. }} '''[[Bellingham (Washington)#By plane|Bellingham International Airport]]''' ({{IATA|BLI}}) is {{mi|66}} north of Everett. '''Allegiant''', '''Alaska Airlines''' and '''San Juan Airlines''' are the only commercial airlines operating out of Bellingham. ==Get around== ===By public transit=== * {{listing | name=Everett Transit | alt= | url=https://www.everetttransit.org/ | email= | address=(Bus Transit Center) 3201 S Smith | lat= | long= | directions=Bus stops are at Bus Bays E, F & I closest to the street. | phone=+1 425-257-7777 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-20 | content=Operates buses within the city of Everett, to downtown from Everett Station (all routes ask driver), to Mulkiteo (Rt#18), South Everett P&R (#29) and Mariner P&R (#2). }} * {{Go|name=Community Transit|url=https://www.communitytransit.org/|phone=+1 425-353-7433|tollfree=+1-800-562-1375|lastedit=2023-06-12|content=Operates local and regional public transit bus routes in Snohomish County, except only local routes in Everett. Communities within the county served by this operator's routes include [[Arlington (Washington)|Arlington]], [[Edmonds]], Everett, [[Lynnwood]], [[Marysville (Washington)|Marysville]], [[Mill Creek (Washington)|Mill Creek]], [[Monroe (Washington)|Monroe]], [[Mountlake Terrace]], [[Mukilteo]], [[Snohomish]], and Stanwood.}} ** Bus routes 201 and 202 travel between [[Arlington (Washington)|Arlington]] and [[Lynnwood]] via [[Marysville (Washington)|Marysville]], Everett Station, and Ash Way Park & Ride. Limited stops south of Marysville. Transfer Link Line 1 to continue towards [[Seattle/North|Northgate]] in Lynnwood. ==See== [[File:Boeing 767 Everett, Washington production view.jpg|250px|thumb|Boeing 767 being built in Boeing's Everett factory]] ===Airplanes=== At Paine Field, you can tour Boeing's huge assembly plant where many of their airplanes are built, as well as a few adjacent independent museums. However, if you only have time for one aviation museum on your trip, also consider the '''Museum of Flight''' in Seattle's [[Seattle/Sodo-Georgetown|Georgetown]], which has more exhibits and is more engaging than the Boeing tour. * {{see | name=Boeing Future of Flight & Boeing Tour | alt= | url=https://www.boeingfutureofflight.com/ | email=info@futureofflight.org | address=8415 Paine Field Blvd., Mukilteo | lat=47.92132 | long=-122.2907 | directions=I-5 Exit 189, WA Hwy 526 west 4 miles (6.4 km), past the huge Boeing building on your right, then at the 4-way stoplight turn Left onto Paine Field Blvd and follow signs for the museum | phone=+1 425-438-8100 | tollfree=+1-888-467-4777 | fax=+1 425-265-9808 | hours=Th-M 8:30AM-5:30PM | price=$38 for museum and tour ($28 for 15 years and under); $12 for museum only. Reservations recommended for tours. '''Must be 4 feet (122&nbsp;cm) or taller.''' Lockers $1 (for storing items not allowed on the tour) | wikipedia=Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour | image=Jetstar's first 787 on the production line (9132370198).jpg | wikidata=Q5510825 | lastedit=2021-07-19 | content=Boeing's Everett factory is the world's largest building by interior volume. It is where the Boeing 747, 767, and 777 airliners are made. On the observation deck of the museum, you can watch planes land and take off from the runway, with air traffic control audible on speakers; aircraft are often being tested before delivery to Boeing's customers. }} * {{see | name=Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum | alt= | url=https://www.flyingheritage.com/ | email= | address=3407 109th Street SW | lat=47.8995 | long=-122.2801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1-877-FHC-3404 | hours=Th-Sa 10AM-4PM | price=Free | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=Microsoft founder Paul Allen's collection of (mostly) military airplanes and tanks. The museum specializes in restoring historic planes back to flight-readiness; mechanics are typically on-site, working on maintaining the technology and operating condition, and artifacts are occasionally piloted during special events. }} * {{see | name=The Museum of Flight Restoration Center | alt= | url=https://www.museumofflight.org/visit/tours-and-experiences/restoration-tours | email= | address=2909 100th St. SW | lat=47.9082 | long=-122.27365 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Jun-Aug: Tu-Sa 9AM-4PM; Sep-May: Tu-Th Sa 9AM-4PM | price=$5, $3 youth (5-17), kids 4 and under free | content= }} ==Do== ===Theater=== * {{do | name=Village Theater | alt=Everett Performing Arts Center | url=https://villagetheatre.org/ | email= | address=2710 Wetmore Ave | lat=47.98149 | long=-122.20752 | directions= | phone=+1 425-257-8600 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The Village Theatre non-profit professional producing musical theatre company. Theatre programs including Kidstage, Mainstage, Village Originals and Pied Piper. }} * {{do | name=The Historic Everett Theatre | alt=The New Everett Theatre | url=https://www.yourhistoriceveretttheatre.org/ | email= | address=2911 Colby Ave | lat=47.97874 | long=-122.20837 | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-6766 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Everett Silvertips | alt= | url=https://everettsilvertips.com/ | email= | address=2000 Hewitt Ave | lat=47.97861 | long=-122.20303 | directions= | phone=+1 425-252-5100 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=WHL US Division junior hockey team plays at Angel of the Winds Arena from September till March. }} * {{do | name=Everett AquaSox | alt= | url=https://www.milb.com/everett | email= | address=3900 Broadway | lat=47.96648 | long=-122.20341 | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-3673 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A minor league baseball team that plays from mid-June to early September. They play home games at Everett Memorial Stadium. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Jetty Island | alt= | url=https://www.portofeverett.com/visit_the_waterfront/jetty_island/index.php | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-257-8304 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q20712211 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=This narrow island was constructed to protect the harbor, from sand dredged out of the Snohomish River. It has a large sandy beach popular with families, as well as a lagoon providing important bird habitat. It is also a kiteboarding destination. }} ** {{do | name=Jetty Island Ferry | alt=Jetty Island Days | url= | email= | address=522 10th St | lat=48.00334 | long=-122.22261 | directions=northernmost pier, off W Marine View Dr | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Early Jul to early Sep: W-Su 10AM-6:45PM; reserve in advance | price=$4-$7; parking $2 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Funko Headquarters | alt= | url=https://funko.com/funko-locations-pages/funko-locations-landing.html | email=everetthq@funko.com | address=2802 Wetmore Ave | lat=47.98045 | long=-122.20759 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10AM-6PM | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=The flagship retail store for Funko Pops collectibles, attached to the company headquarters. }} * {{buy | name=Hewitt Avenue Historic District | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=Hewitt Ave retains several blocks of historic buildings from the early 1900s, with a preponderance of antique dealers, collectibles shops, and consignment markets. }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Teriyaki Burger Stop | url= | email= | address=3517 Rucker Ave East | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-259-4291 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8 | content=Another great, but ugly dive in Everett. Spicy chicken is known locally as "crack chicken" because once you try it you need it on a regular basis. The menu includes burgers, teriyaki, & yakisoba. }} *{{eat | name=Bhu-Ping | alt=previously Taste of Thai | url=http://www.bhupingthairestaurant.com/ | email= | address=6600 Evergreen Way | lat=47.937747 | long=-122.219225 | directions=just NW of the Madison St intersection, look for the dark green sign | phone=+1 425-405-3783 | tollfree= | hours=M–Th 11AM-9PM, F 11AM-10PM, Sa noon-10PM, Su noon-9PM | price=Entrees about $12 | lastedit=2017-09-18 | content=Everett is loaded with Thai restaurants, and Taste of Thai, the predecessor here, was one of the best. Phu Ping carries that on. Great food at reasonable prices. A local favorite for the lunch specials. The custard and sticky rice dessert is a treat found at few Thai restaurants. In the back is a wonderfully well-stocked wine tasting room and store. }} *{{eat | name=Lanna Thai | url=http://www.lannathaieverett.com/ | email= | address=7825 Evergreen Way, Suite B | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-438-3888 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$10-20 | content=Lanna Thai is upscale Thai food. The restaurant, including a full bar is beautifully appointed, and the service is uniformly good. The lunch specials are a good value, but the Pad Thai is cooked ahead and inconsistent. Good, but not great. }} *{{eat | name=Terezia's European Deli & Bistro | url= | email= | address=12926 Mukilteo Speedway | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-513-9846 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$10 | content=Terezia's serves meals at four tables along with running a deli counter. Lunch is a rotating menu of three or four Central European dishes - all excellent. The paprika chicken and potato soup are particularly good. }} *{{eat | name=The Totem | url= | email= | address=4410 Rucker Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-252-3277 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8-15 | content=Perhaps the only real diner in Everett. The food is good and freshly prepared, with breakfast served all day. Nothing fantastic, but you won't go away hungry and the price is decent. Family owned since the 1950s with a big, cheesy fake totem pole out front. }} *{{eat | name=Chiang Mai Thai Restaurant | url= | email= | address=12926 Mukilteo Speedway | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-423-8569 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8-15 | content=It's in a strip mall, but the interior is pleasant and inviting. Standard Thai menu, good service, and decent prices. Worth a regular visit if it's closer than Taste of Thai. }} *{{eat | name=Beijing Garden | url= | email= | address=3719 Rucker Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-339-9319 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8-15 | content=In a town loaded with Chinese restaurants, Beijing Garden stands out as one of the best. Small and cute, with barely adequate parking. A standard Chinese restaurant menu, with very well executed dishes. The hot and sour soup is the best in the area. Lunch specials are a great value at less than $6. }} * {{eat | name=Major League Pizza | alt=MLP | url=http://www.majorleaguepizza.com/ | email= | address=2811 Colby Ave St 98201 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-259-5554 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-02-16 | content=Baseball-themed, family-owned, large space with many large wall mounted TVs. Besides their fabulous hand tossed pizza with fresh made, family recipe, pizza. Plenty of room for a large party and it is the favorite pizza of the Everett Silvertips Ice Hockey Team. MLP pizza is also available at two locations in the Xfinity Arena a few blocks away. They use first class products in their foods such as Boar's Head meats. There are Grinders, Calzones, Breadsticks and more. Delivery is available as well. }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=Scuttlebutt Brewing Co | url=http://www.scuttlebuttbrewing.com/ | email= | address=1524 West Marine View Dr | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-257-9316 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11AM-9PM | price= | content=A family-friendly brewpub on the waterfront within walking distance of Naval Station Everett and the marina. Happy Hour 2-6PM Monday through Thursday. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Best Western Cambridge Inn | url=https://www.bestwestern.com/content/best-western/en_US/booking-path/hotel-details.48146.html | email= | address=10210 Evergreen Way | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-347-2555 | tollfree=+1-877-488-0510 | fax=+1 425-347-2554 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Best Western Cascadia Inn | url=https://www.bestwestern.com/content/best-western/en_US/booking-path/hotel-details.48122.html | email= | address=2800 Pacific Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-4141 | tollfree=+1-800-822-5876 | fax=+1 425-258-4755 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn | url=http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hd/paewa | email= | address=3105 Pine St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-339-2000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites | url=http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hd/paeve | email= | address=131 128th St Sw | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-609-4000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel 6 Everett North | alt= | url=https://www.motel6.com/content/g6/en/home/motels.wa.everett.9323.html | email= | address=10006 Evergreen Way | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-347-2060 | tollfree= | fax=+1 425-347-1529 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel 6 Everett South | alt= | url=https://www.motel6.com/content/g6/en/home/motels.wa.everett.1331.html | email= | address=224 128th Street Sw | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-353-8120 | tollfree= | fax=+1 425-347-2269 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} ==Go next== *Explore the rest of the [[Seattle]] region. If you were here for the planes, don't miss the [[Seattle/Sodo-Georgetown#See|Museum of Flight]]. *[[Bellingham (Washington)|Bellingham]] is the "City of Subdued Excitement". *[[Whidbey Island]], a short ferry ride away, has parks ranging from the historic [[Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve]] to the beautiful [[Deception Pass State Park|Deception Pass]]. *Everett has good access to the Cascade Mountains, via the [[Skykomish Valley]] to [[Stevens Pass]], and the [[Mountain Loop Highway]]. Everett is on the [[North Cascade Loop]] itinerary. {{routebox | image1=Amtrak Cascades icon.png | imagesize1=100 | link1=Amtrak Cascades | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Vancouver]] | minorl1=[[Mount Vernon (Washington)|Mount Vernon]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Seattle]] | minorr1=[[Edmonds]] | image2=Amtrak Empire Builder icon.png | imagesize2=100 | link2=Empire Builder | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Seattle]] | minorl2=[[Edmonds]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Spokane]] | minorr2=[[Leavenworth (Washington)|Leavenworth]] | image3=I-5.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Vancouver]] | minorl3=[[Marysville (Washington)|Marysville]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Seattle]] | minorr3=[[Lynnwood]] | image4=US 2.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=W | majorl4=ENDS at [[Image:I-5.svg|18px|link=Interstate 5]] | minorl4= | directionr4=E | majorr4=[[Wenatchee]] | minorr4=[[Snohomish]] | image5=WA-99.svg | imagesize5=22 | directionl5=N | majorl5=ENDS at [[Image:I-5.svg|18px|link=Interstate 5]] | minorl5= | directionr5=S | majorr5=[[Seattle]] | minorr5=[[Mukilteo]] | image6=WA-525.svg | imagesize6=22 | directionl6=N | majorl6=[[Coupeville]] | minorl6=[[Clinton (Washington)|Clinton]] - [[Mukilteo]] car ferry | directionr6=S | majorr6=becomes [[Image:I-405.svg|18px]] at [[Image:I-5.svg|18px|link=Interstate 5]] | minorr6= |link3=Interstate 5}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|47.9633|-122.2006|zoom=11}} {{IsPartOf|North Sound}} 5drkz5rmleyme6zlg94ngll155sq73o 5328530 5328528 2026-08-14T21:33:57Z Gerode 2196717 /* Buy */ Added Farmers Market 5328530 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Everett Station - Everett skyline, 2014 (cropped).jpg|pgname=Everett}} [[File:Everett, WA - Hewitt Ave Historic District pano 02.jpg|300px|thumb|Hewitt Ave Historic District]] '''Everett''' is a city in the [[Puget Sound]] region of [[Washington (state)|Washington State]], {{mi|28}} north of [[Seattle]] at the edge of its metropolitan area. The city supports one of Boeing's oldest and largest airplane manufacturing centers, which includes the world's largest building by volume. ==Get in== {{mapframe|47.9633|-122.2006|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} {{mapshapes|Q7564853}} <!-- Sounder commuter rail --> ===By car=== [[File:I-5.svg|22px]] '''[[Interstate 5#Everett|Interstate 5]] (I-5)''' passes through Everett from exits #186 (128th St SW) through #198 (WA-529 West Broadway). To get to downtown from the northbound lanes, exit at Exit #193 (WA-529 Pacific Ave City Center). From the southbound lanes, exit at Exit #194 (US-2 Wenatchee/Everett Ave) and follow signs towards Everett Ave. [[File:I-405.svg|22px]] '''Interstate 405 (I-405)''' merges into I-5 a few miles south of the city, at Exit 182. Follow signs towards I-5 North towards Everett or continue on the freeway which becomes WA-525 towards the [[Mukilteo]] Ferry. [[File:US 2.svg|22px]] '''U.S. Highway 2 (US-2)''' merges into I-5 in Everett at Exit 194, just east of downtown. It continues east through Snohomish and Monroe, then across Stevens Pass to Leavenworth, Wenatchee, Ephrata and Spokane in Eastern Washington. ===By train=== {{See also|Rail travel in the United States}} *{{go | name=Everett Station | alt= | url=https://wa-everetttransit.civicplus.com/148/Everett-Station | email= | address=3201 Smith Ave | lat=47.9755 | long=-122.1977 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM-10PM | price= | wikidata=Q3095760 | lastedit=2018-07-05 | content=The Sound Transit Sounder and Amtrak operate from Everett Station at 3201 Smith Ave. The waiting area and ticketing desk for Amtrak are in the lobby of the building, while the ticket machines and the Orca Card transponders for the Sound Transit Sounder trains are inside the building and out at the loading platform. }} ** {{go | name=Sound Transit | alt= | url=https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/routes-schedules/n-line | email= | address=Everett Station | lat= | long= | directions=first platform behind and south of the building; loading platform can also be accessed directly from the bus transit center (south of the building) without going through the building | phone= | tollfree=+1-888-889-6368 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sound Transit | wikidata=Q3965367 | lastedit=2022-09-29 | content=Sound Transit operates Sounder commuter trains down to Seattle in the morning and up to Everett via Edmonds and Mukilteo in the afternoons. They also operate additional trains for the Mariners and Seahawks home events. }} ** {{go | name=Amtrak | alt= | url=https://www.amtrak.com | email= | address=(ticket desk & waiting room) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith Ave | lat= | long= | directions=second platform from behind the building there are designated paths to allow passengers to walk across the first track from the building to the second platform | phone=+1 215-856-7924 | tollfree=+1-800-872-7245 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Amtrak | wikidata=Q23239 | lastedit=2022-09-26 | content=The following Amtrak routes serve Everett:. }} *** '''[[Amtrak Cascades]]''' operates between [[Vancouver|Vancouver, BC]] and [[Eugene]] via [[Bellingham (Washington)|Bellingham]], [[Mount Vernon (Washington)|Mount Vernon]], Everett, [[Edmonds]], [[Seattle]], [[Tukwila]], [[Tacoma]], [[Lacey]] ([[Olympia (Washington)|Olympia]]), [[Centralia (Washington)|Centralia]], [[Kelso (Washington)|Kelso]] ([[Longview (Washington)|Longview]]), [[Vancouver (Washington)|Vancouver, WA]], [[Portland (Oregon)|Portland,]] [[Oregon City]], [[Salem (Oregon)|Salem]], and [[Albany (Oregon)|Albany]]. There are two round trips daily along the portion between Vancouver and Seattle, four round trips daily along the portion between Seattle and Portland, and two round trips daily along the portion between Portland and Eugene. No train departures travel the whole length of the route. Additional service between Vancouver and Seattle, and between Portland to Eugene are provided on the Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach. *** [[Empire Builder|'''Empire Builder''']] operating daily between [[Seattle]]/[[Portland (Oregon)|Portland]] and [[Chicago]] including stops at [[Spokane|Spokane,]] [[Glacier National Park (Montana)|Glacier National Park]], [[Fargo]], [[Saint Paul]], and [[Milwaukee]]. The trains split into separate branches between Seattle and Spokane, and between Portland and Spokane, while operating as trains consisting of train cars from both branches between Spokane and Chicago. Between Seattle and Spokane, trains stop in [[Edmonds]], Everett, [[Leavenworth (Washington)|Leavenworth,]] [[Wenatchee]], and [[Ephrata]] ===By bus=== The ''[https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/stops-stations/everett-station bus transit center]'' for Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit and Skagit Transit is next to the Everett Station Building (3201 S Smith) at the southside. Amtrak ticket desks and waiting area are in the lobby, inside the building: * {{go | name=Community Transit | alt= | url=https://www.communitytransit.org/stop/evtst?q=everett | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-348-7100 | tollfree= | hours= | price=adult $2.25 (local); $4.25 (S Snohomish Co to/from Seattle); $5.50 (N Snohomish to/from Seattle) and is part of the regional Orca payment system | wikidata=Q5154898 | content=Goes out to the surrounding cities and towns of Arlington (#201/202), Aurora Village in Shoreline (Swift Blue); Goldbrier (#270); Lynnwood (#201/202, 512); Marysville (#201/202); Smokey Point (#201/202), Stanwood (#240 from Smokey Point), Lake Stevens (#280), Granite Falls (#280), etc. They also operate Sound Transit buses to downtown Seattle (510), Bellevue (532) and Northgate (Link Light Rail 1 from Lynnwood) form Everett. }} :* 201/202 connects Lynnwood to Smokey Way via Ash Way P&R, Everett Station and Marysville. Limited stops along Broadway south of Everett Station. * {{go | name=Sound Transit | alt= | url=https://www.soundtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Bay C1 for Rt510 & 512 southbound, and Bay C3 for Rt#532 | phone= | tollfree=+1-888-889-6368 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3965367 | lastedit=2023-06-16 | content=Has regional public transit routes including Sounder trains, Link light rail, and express bus in King County (e.g. [[Bellevue]], [[Federal Way]], [[Kent (Washington)|Kent]], [[Renton]], [[Seattle]]), Snohomish County (e.g. Everett, [[Lynnwood]]), and Pierce County (e.g. [[Puyallup]], [[Tacoma]]). }} Bus routes serving Everett: ** 510 traveling from [[Seattle/Downtown|downtown Seattle]] to Everett station via Mountlake Terrace and South Everett Freeway Stations. Operates Monday to Friday with trips heading to Seattle in the mornings and to Everett in the afternoons. ** 512 traveling from Lynnwood to Everett Station via Ash Way P&R. Operates daily through the day. Transfer to Link Light Rail #1 in Lynnwood to continue towards [[Seattle Tacoma International Airport]] through Northgate, University District/Ravenna, Capitol Hill, downtown Seattle and South Seattle. ** 513 traveling from Lynnwood to Seaway Transit Center in Mukilteo south of Everett. This route operates during weekday rush hours only. ** 532 traveling from the [[Bellevue#By bus|downtown Bellevue Transit Center]] in Bellevue to Everett Station via Canyon Park, Totem Lake, and Ash Way. Operates weekday rush hours only. At other times take the 201/202 or 512 bus to Lynnwood from Everett Station and transfer to the 535 bus in Lynnwood. Everett Station is a connection hub for the rural counties to the north: * {{go | name=Island Transit 412C | alt= | url=https://www.islandtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 360-678-7771 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2023-06-11 | content=Scheduled bus services on Whidbey Island and [[Camano Island]]. From Monday to Friday, bus route 412C operates a few trips per day between Everett Station and [[Camano Island#Get around|Terry's Corner]] on Camano Island. Camano Island can also be reached by taking Community Transit (#201/202 & 240 via Smokey Point near Arlington Ariport) to Stanwood and transferring to Island Transit bus routes 3 (local) or 411C (to/from Mt Vernon). }} * {{go | name=Skagit Transit 90X | alt= | url=https://www.skagittransit.org/ | email=custserv@skagittransit.org | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Bay A4 | phone=+1 360-757-4433 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12054349 | lastedit=2022-09-26 | content=Operates bus route 90X traveling south from [[Burlington (Washington)#By public transit|Burlington]] via [[Mount Vernon (Washington)#By bus|Mount Vernon]], to Everett Station. The bus operates multiple times daily. }} Everett is an easy stop for many private regional shuttle services and long-distance bus routes: * {{listing | type=go | name=BellAir Airporter | alt= | url=http://www.airporter.com/shuttle | email= | address=(bus stop) Tulalip Resort Hotel @ 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip| lat= | long= | directions=bus stop, east of the front entrance to Tulalip Resort Hotel; hotel is at 88th St NE and Quil Ceda Blvd west of I-5 at Exit #200 | phone=+1-866-235-5247 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Goes up to Marysville, Stanwood, Burlington/Mt Vernon, Bellingham & Blaine from [[Seattle#By bus|Seattle]] and [[Seattle-Tacoma International Airport]] on one route and west from Burlington to La Conner & the San Juan Ferry Terminal on another. }} * {{go | name=Greyhound & Flixbus | alt= | url=https://www.greyhound.com/bus/everett-wa/everett-bus-stop | email= | address=(bus stop) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith Ave | lat=47.97551 | long=-122.19799 | directions=tickets no longer sold at this location. | phone= | tollfree=+1-800-231-2222 | hours=Daily 9AM-11:30AM & 2PM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q755309 | content=Travels primarily on Interstate 5 between Seattle, Everett, Mount Vernon, Bellingham and Vancouver BC. Passengers transfer to other buses in [[Seattle#By bus|Seattle]] and [[Vancouver#By bus|Vancouver]] to get to additional destinations. Some of the [https://www.flixbus.com/bus/everett-wa Flixbus routes] along I-5 between Bellingham, Seattle, Portland and Eugene are operated by MTR Western while others are operated by Greyhound. Flixbus will board at the bus pullout next to the parking lot, across (west of) Smith Ave from Everett Station, directly south of the intersection at 32nd St /Smith Ave (location of marker). Greyhound will board in front of the building, right side of the main doors of the building. }} * {{listing | name=Northwestern Trailways | alt=Northwest Stage Lines | url=https://northwesternstagelines.com/bus-stops/ | email=team@northwesterntrailways.com | address=(ticket desk) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith | lat= | long= | directions=ticket desk inside the building, bus stop at Bay B1 | phone=+1 509-838-4029 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Goes east to Lake Stevens, [[Leavenworth_(Washington)|Leavenworth]], [[Wenatchee]], [[Ephrata]] and [[Moses Lake]] & [[Spokane#by bus|Spokane]]; and south towards Seattle and Tacoma. Passengers transfer to other buses in [[Wenatchee#By bus|Wenatchee]] and [[Spokane#By bus|Spokane]] to get to additional destinations. Tickets can be booked with Salt Lake City Express or Megabus. }} * {{listing | name=Quick Shuttle | alt= | url=http://www.quickcoach.com/ | email= | address=(bus stop) Tulalip Seattle Premium Outlets @ 10600 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip | lat= | long= | directions=bus stop is between the administration office and the Addidas Outlet Store | phone= | tollfree=+1-800-665-2122 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-19 | content=Express bus between downtown Seattle and Vancouver BC. Northbound buses going to Canada only pick up passengers in the U.S. while southbound buses going to Seattle only drop off in the U.S. }} ===By plane=== *{{go | name=Paine Field | alt={{IATA|PAE}}, also known as Snohomish County Airport | url=https://flypainefield.com/ | email= | address= | lat=47.90867 | long=-122.27847 | directions=about 8.5 miles south of Everett | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Paine Field | wikidata=Q838219 | content=Limited commercial flights with '''[https://www.alaskaair.com/content/airports/washington/everett/paine-field Alaska Airlines]'''' . The terminal, ranked one of the best regional airports in the world, has a rather cozy design with fireplaces and nice chairs and sofas, and waiter service from the restaurants available throughout the terminal (all two gates of it). Everett Transit (Rt #8) provides service to a transit hub at Seaway Transit Center and the downtown Everett Station, where buses to the region can be found. }} [[Seattle-Tacoma International Airport|'''Seattle-Tacoma International Airport''']] ({{IATA|SEA}}, "Sea-Tac" for short) {{mi|45}} south of Everett, is the nearest major commercial airport. It is a major Pacific Northwest hub served by a wide range of airlines. Transit and shuttle options from Sea-Tac include: * {{listing | name=Sound Transit Link Light Rail Line 1 & Rt 512. | alt= | url=http://www.soundtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=There are a no direct Sound Transit buses from Sea-Tac to Everett. The closest option would be to take the frequent Link Light Rail from the airport to the ''[[Lynnwood#By bus|Lynnwood Station]]'' and transfer to the #512 bus up to Everett Station or 513 to Everett Seaway Transit Center. If going to the airport by ST 510 (weekday mornings only) you can get off at 5th & Jackson and transfer to Link Light Rail Line 1 at ''International District (tunnel) Station''. }} * {{listing | name=BellAir Airporter | alt= | url=http://www.airporter.com | email= | address=(regular bus stop) Tulalip Resort Hotel @ 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd in Marysville| lat= | long= | directions=a is at the main entrance to the hotel, the hotel is off of Exit #200 just north of Everett | phone=+1-866-235-5247 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Fares are from $25 up to $70 for one way | content=This will take you to points north of Everett (Bellingham, Bellingham International Airport, Marysville, Mount Vernon, Anacortes and the San Juan Islands Ferry Terminal) and down to SeaTac. Ask if they will do a special pick-up or drop off in Everett (proper). }} * {{listing | name=ShuttleExpress | alt= | url=http://www.shuttleexpress.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425 981-7000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Downtown from $18 | content=Operates both a shared and private shuttle service between the airport and hotels & residents within the Tacoma-Seattle-Bellevue-Everett corridor and its vicinity. Catch them at the 3rd level of the parking garage. During the morning commute hours (7-10AM), it may not be best to take this transportation if you go to downtown Seattle unless you have a lot of baggage to take care of; the more spacious Link Light Rail trains will get you there for about the same duration or even quicker. Walk-ins are allowed for trips from the airport (shared vans only), reservations necessary for trips to the airport. }} * {{listing | name=Whidbey-SeaTac Shuttle | alt= | url=https://www.seatacshuttle.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 360-679-4003 | tollfree=+1-877-679-4003 | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-05 | content=Nearest drop off/pick up point is at the Mulkiteo-Clinton Ferry Terminal as the shuttle/bus makes it way between Sea-Tac, Whidbey Island and Bellingham Airport. }} '''[[Bellingham (Washington)#By plane|Bellingham International Airport]]''' ({{IATA|BLI}}) is {{mi|66}} north of Everett. '''Allegiant''', '''Alaska Airlines''' and '''San Juan Airlines''' are the only commercial airlines operating out of Bellingham. ==Get around== ===By public transit=== * {{listing | name=Everett Transit | alt= | url=https://www.everetttransit.org/ | email= | address=(Bus Transit Center) 3201 S Smith | lat= | long= | directions=Bus stops are at Bus Bays E, F & I closest to the street. | phone=+1 425-257-7777 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-20 | content=Operates buses within the city of Everett, to downtown from Everett Station (all routes ask driver), to Mulkiteo (Rt#18), South Everett P&R (#29) and Mariner P&R (#2). }} * {{Go|name=Community Transit|url=https://www.communitytransit.org/|phone=+1 425-353-7433|tollfree=+1-800-562-1375|lastedit=2023-06-12|content=Operates local and regional public transit bus routes in Snohomish County, except only local routes in Everett. Communities within the county served by this operator's routes include [[Arlington (Washington)|Arlington]], [[Edmonds]], Everett, [[Lynnwood]], [[Marysville (Washington)|Marysville]], [[Mill Creek (Washington)|Mill Creek]], [[Monroe (Washington)|Monroe]], [[Mountlake Terrace]], [[Mukilteo]], [[Snohomish]], and Stanwood.}} ** Bus routes 201 and 202 travel between [[Arlington (Washington)|Arlington]] and [[Lynnwood]] via [[Marysville (Washington)|Marysville]], Everett Station, and Ash Way Park & Ride. Limited stops south of Marysville. Transfer Link Line 1 to continue towards [[Seattle/North|Northgate]] in Lynnwood. ==See== [[File:Boeing 767 Everett, Washington production view.jpg|250px|thumb|Boeing 767 being built in Boeing's Everett factory]] ===Airplanes=== At Paine Field, you can tour Boeing's huge assembly plant where many of their airplanes are built, as well as a few adjacent independent museums. However, if you only have time for one aviation museum on your trip, also consider the '''Museum of Flight''' in Seattle's [[Seattle/Sodo-Georgetown|Georgetown]], which has more exhibits and is more engaging than the Boeing tour. * {{see | name=Boeing Future of Flight & Boeing Tour | alt= | url=https://www.boeingfutureofflight.com/ | email=info@futureofflight.org | address=8415 Paine Field Blvd., Mukilteo | lat=47.92132 | long=-122.2907 | directions=I-5 Exit 189, WA Hwy 526 west 4 miles (6.4 km), past the huge Boeing building on your right, then at the 4-way stoplight turn Left onto Paine Field Blvd and follow signs for the museum | phone=+1 425-438-8100 | tollfree=+1-888-467-4777 | fax=+1 425-265-9808 | hours=Th-M 8:30AM-5:30PM | price=$38 for museum and tour ($28 for 15 years and under); $12 for museum only. Reservations recommended for tours. '''Must be 4 feet (122&nbsp;cm) or taller.''' Lockers $1 (for storing items not allowed on the tour) | wikipedia=Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour | image=Jetstar's first 787 on the production line (9132370198).jpg | wikidata=Q5510825 | lastedit=2021-07-19 | content=Boeing's Everett factory is the world's largest building by interior volume. It is where the Boeing 747, 767, and 777 airliners are made. On the observation deck of the museum, you can watch planes land and take off from the runway, with air traffic control audible on speakers; aircraft are often being tested before delivery to Boeing's customers. }} * {{see | name=Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum | alt= | url=https://www.flyingheritage.com/ | email= | address=3407 109th Street SW | lat=47.8995 | long=-122.2801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1-877-FHC-3404 | hours=Th-Sa 10AM-4PM | price=Free | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=Microsoft founder Paul Allen's collection of (mostly) military airplanes and tanks. The museum specializes in restoring historic planes back to flight-readiness; mechanics are typically on-site, working on maintaining the technology and operating condition, and artifacts are occasionally piloted during special events. }} * {{see | name=The Museum of Flight Restoration Center | alt= | url=https://www.museumofflight.org/visit/tours-and-experiences/restoration-tours | email= | address=2909 100th St. SW | lat=47.9082 | long=-122.27365 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Jun-Aug: Tu-Sa 9AM-4PM; Sep-May: Tu-Th Sa 9AM-4PM | price=$5, $3 youth (5-17), kids 4 and under free | content= }} ==Do== ===Theater=== * {{do | name=Village Theater | alt=Everett Performing Arts Center | url=https://villagetheatre.org/ | email= | address=2710 Wetmore Ave | lat=47.98149 | long=-122.20752 | directions= | phone=+1 425-257-8600 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The Village Theatre non-profit professional producing musical theatre company. Theatre programs including Kidstage, Mainstage, Village Originals and Pied Piper. }} * {{do | name=The Historic Everett Theatre | alt=The New Everett Theatre | url=https://www.yourhistoriceveretttheatre.org/ | email= | address=2911 Colby Ave | lat=47.97874 | long=-122.20837 | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-6766 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Everett Silvertips | alt= | url=https://everettsilvertips.com/ | email= | address=2000 Hewitt Ave | lat=47.97861 | long=-122.20303 | directions= | phone=+1 425-252-5100 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=WHL US Division junior hockey team plays at Angel of the Winds Arena from September till March. }} * {{do | name=Everett AquaSox | alt= | url=https://www.milb.com/everett | email= | address=3900 Broadway | lat=47.96648 | long=-122.20341 | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-3673 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A minor league baseball team that plays from mid-June to early September. They play home games at Everett Memorial Stadium. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Jetty Island | alt= | url=https://www.portofeverett.com/visit_the_waterfront/jetty_island/index.php | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-257-8304 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q20712211 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=This narrow island was constructed to protect the harbor, from sand dredged out of the Snohomish River. It has a large sandy beach popular with families, as well as a lagoon providing important bird habitat. It is also a kiteboarding destination. }} ** {{do | name=Jetty Island Ferry | alt=Jetty Island Days | url= | email= | address=522 10th St | lat=48.00334 | long=-122.22261 | directions=northernmost pier, off W Marine View Dr | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Early Jul to early Sep: W-Su 10AM-6:45PM; reserve in advance | price=$4-$7; parking $2 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Funko Headquarters | alt= | url=https://funko.com/funko-locations-pages/funko-locations-landing.html | email=everetthq@funko.com | address=2802 Wetmore Ave | lat=47.98045 | long=-122.20759 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10AM-6PM | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=The flagship retail store for Funko Pops collectibles, attached to the company headquarters. }} * {{buy | name=Hewitt Avenue Historic District | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=Hewitt Ave retains several blocks of historic buildings from the early 1900s, with a preponderance of antique dealers, collectibles shops, and consignment markets. }} * {{buy | name=Everett Farmers Market | alt= | url=https://everettfarmersmarket.com/ | email= | address= | lat=47.97861 | long=-122.20721 | directions=Wetmore Ave, from Hewitt Ave to Pacific Ave | phone=+1 425-422-5656 | tollfree= | hours=Summer: Sundays 10:30AM-3PM | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Teriyaki Burger Stop | url= | email= | address=3517 Rucker Ave East | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-259-4291 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8 | content=Another great, but ugly dive in Everett. Spicy chicken is known locally as "crack chicken" because once you try it you need it on a regular basis. The menu includes burgers, teriyaki, & yakisoba. }} *{{eat | name=Bhu-Ping | alt=previously Taste of Thai | url=http://www.bhupingthairestaurant.com/ | email= | address=6600 Evergreen Way | lat=47.937747 | long=-122.219225 | directions=just NW of the Madison St intersection, look for the dark green sign | phone=+1 425-405-3783 | tollfree= | hours=M–Th 11AM-9PM, F 11AM-10PM, Sa noon-10PM, Su noon-9PM | price=Entrees about $12 | lastedit=2017-09-18 | content=Everett is loaded with Thai restaurants, and Taste of Thai, the predecessor here, was one of the best. Phu Ping carries that on. Great food at reasonable prices. A local favorite for the lunch specials. The custard and sticky rice dessert is a treat found at few Thai restaurants. In the back is a wonderfully well-stocked wine tasting room and store. }} *{{eat | name=Lanna Thai | url=http://www.lannathaieverett.com/ | email= | address=7825 Evergreen Way, Suite B | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-438-3888 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$10-20 | content=Lanna Thai is upscale Thai food. The restaurant, including a full bar is beautifully appointed, and the service is uniformly good. The lunch specials are a good value, but the Pad Thai is cooked ahead and inconsistent. Good, but not great. }} *{{eat | name=Terezia's European Deli & Bistro | url= | email= | address=12926 Mukilteo Speedway | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-513-9846 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$10 | content=Terezia's serves meals at four tables along with running a deli counter. Lunch is a rotating menu of three or four Central European dishes - all excellent. The paprika chicken and potato soup are particularly good. }} *{{eat | name=The Totem | url= | email= | address=4410 Rucker Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-252-3277 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8-15 | content=Perhaps the only real diner in Everett. The food is good and freshly prepared, with breakfast served all day. Nothing fantastic, but you won't go away hungry and the price is decent. Family owned since the 1950s with a big, cheesy fake totem pole out front. }} *{{eat | name=Chiang Mai Thai Restaurant | url= | email= | address=12926 Mukilteo Speedway | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-423-8569 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8-15 | content=It's in a strip mall, but the interior is pleasant and inviting. Standard Thai menu, good service, and decent prices. Worth a regular visit if it's closer than Taste of Thai. }} *{{eat | name=Beijing Garden | url= | email= | address=3719 Rucker Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-339-9319 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8-15 | content=In a town loaded with Chinese restaurants, Beijing Garden stands out as one of the best. Small and cute, with barely adequate parking. A standard Chinese restaurant menu, with very well executed dishes. The hot and sour soup is the best in the area. Lunch specials are a great value at less than $6. }} * {{eat | name=Major League Pizza | alt=MLP | url=http://www.majorleaguepizza.com/ | email= | address=2811 Colby Ave St 98201 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-259-5554 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-02-16 | content=Baseball-themed, family-owned, large space with many large wall mounted TVs. Besides their fabulous hand tossed pizza with fresh made, family recipe, pizza. Plenty of room for a large party and it is the favorite pizza of the Everett Silvertips Ice Hockey Team. MLP pizza is also available at two locations in the Xfinity Arena a few blocks away. They use first class products in their foods such as Boar's Head meats. There are Grinders, Calzones, Breadsticks and more. Delivery is available as well. }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=Scuttlebutt Brewing Co | url=http://www.scuttlebuttbrewing.com/ | email= | address=1524 West Marine View Dr | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-257-9316 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11AM-9PM | price= | content=A family-friendly brewpub on the waterfront within walking distance of Naval Station Everett and the marina. Happy Hour 2-6PM Monday through Thursday. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Best Western Cambridge Inn | url=https://www.bestwestern.com/content/best-western/en_US/booking-path/hotel-details.48146.html | email= | address=10210 Evergreen Way | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-347-2555 | tollfree=+1-877-488-0510 | fax=+1 425-347-2554 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Best Western Cascadia Inn | url=https://www.bestwestern.com/content/best-western/en_US/booking-path/hotel-details.48122.html | email= | address=2800 Pacific Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-4141 | tollfree=+1-800-822-5876 | fax=+1 425-258-4755 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn | url=http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hd/paewa | email= | address=3105 Pine St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-339-2000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites | url=http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hd/paeve | email= | address=131 128th St Sw | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-609-4000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel 6 Everett North | alt= | url=https://www.motel6.com/content/g6/en/home/motels.wa.everett.9323.html | email= | address=10006 Evergreen Way | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-347-2060 | tollfree= | fax=+1 425-347-1529 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel 6 Everett South | alt= | url=https://www.motel6.com/content/g6/en/home/motels.wa.everett.1331.html | email= | address=224 128th Street Sw | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-353-8120 | tollfree= | fax=+1 425-347-2269 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} ==Go next== *Explore the rest of the [[Seattle]] region. If you were here for the planes, don't miss the [[Seattle/Sodo-Georgetown#See|Museum of Flight]]. *[[Bellingham (Washington)|Bellingham]] is the "City of Subdued Excitement". *[[Whidbey Island]], a short ferry ride away, has parks ranging from the historic [[Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve]] to the beautiful [[Deception Pass State Park|Deception Pass]]. *Everett has good access to the Cascade Mountains, via the [[Skykomish Valley]] to [[Stevens Pass]], and the [[Mountain Loop Highway]]. Everett is on the [[North Cascade Loop]] itinerary. {{routebox | image1=Amtrak Cascades icon.png | imagesize1=100 | link1=Amtrak Cascades | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Vancouver]] | minorl1=[[Mount Vernon (Washington)|Mount Vernon]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Seattle]] | minorr1=[[Edmonds]] | image2=Amtrak Empire Builder icon.png | imagesize2=100 | link2=Empire Builder | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Seattle]] | minorl2=[[Edmonds]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Spokane]] | minorr2=[[Leavenworth (Washington)|Leavenworth]] | image3=I-5.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Vancouver]] | minorl3=[[Marysville (Washington)|Marysville]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Seattle]] | minorr3=[[Lynnwood]] | image4=US 2.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=W | majorl4=ENDS at [[Image:I-5.svg|18px|link=Interstate 5]] | minorl4= | directionr4=E | majorr4=[[Wenatchee]] | minorr4=[[Snohomish]] | image5=WA-99.svg | imagesize5=22 | directionl5=N | majorl5=ENDS at [[Image:I-5.svg|18px|link=Interstate 5]] | minorl5= | directionr5=S | majorr5=[[Seattle]] | minorr5=[[Mukilteo]] | image6=WA-525.svg | imagesize6=22 | directionl6=N | majorl6=[[Coupeville]] | minorl6=[[Clinton (Washington)|Clinton]] - [[Mukilteo]] car ferry | directionr6=S | majorr6=becomes [[Image:I-405.svg|18px]] at [[Image:I-5.svg|18px|link=Interstate 5]] | minorr6= |link3=Interstate 5}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|47.9633|-122.2006|zoom=11}} {{IsPartOf|North Sound}} d9x4xg4qyxyx0bjaxlvgrip985drq6j 5328535 5328530 2026-08-14T21:45:31Z Gerode 2196717 Updated listings with coordinates 5328535 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Everett Station - Everett skyline, 2014 (cropped).jpg|pgname=Everett}} [[File:Everett, WA - Hewitt Ave Historic District pano 02.jpg|300px|thumb|Hewitt Ave Historic District]] '''Everett''' is a city in the [[Puget Sound]] region of [[Washington (state)|Washington State]], {{mi|28}} north of [[Seattle]] at the edge of its metropolitan area. The city supports one of Boeing's oldest and largest airplane manufacturing centers, which includes the world's largest building by volume. ==Get in== {{mapframe|47.9633|-122.2006|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} {{mapshapes|Q7564853}} <!-- Sounder commuter rail --> ===By car=== [[File:I-5.svg|22px]] '''[[Interstate 5#Everett|Interstate 5]] (I-5)''' passes through Everett from exits #186 (128th St SW) through #198 (WA-529 West Broadway). To get to downtown from the northbound lanes, exit at Exit #193 (WA-529 Pacific Ave City Center). From the southbound lanes, exit at Exit #194 (US-2 Wenatchee/Everett Ave) and follow signs towards Everett Ave. [[File:I-405.svg|22px]] '''Interstate 405 (I-405)''' merges into I-5 a few miles south of the city, at Exit 182. Follow signs towards I-5 North towards Everett or continue on the freeway which becomes WA-525 towards the [[Mukilteo]] Ferry. [[File:US 2.svg|22px]] '''U.S. Highway 2 (US-2)''' merges into I-5 in Everett at Exit 194, just east of downtown. It continues east through Snohomish and Monroe, then across Stevens Pass to Leavenworth, Wenatchee, Ephrata and Spokane in Eastern Washington. ===By train=== {{See also|Rail travel in the United States}} *{{go | name=Everett Station | alt= | url=https://wa-everetttransit.civicplus.com/148/Everett-Station | email= | address=3201 Smith Ave | lat=47.9755 | long=-122.1977 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM-10PM | price= | wikidata=Q3095760 | lastedit=2018-07-05 | content=The Sound Transit Sounder and Amtrak operate from Everett Station at 3201 Smith Ave. The waiting area and ticketing desk for Amtrak are in the lobby of the building, while the ticket machines and the Orca Card transponders for the Sound Transit Sounder trains are inside the building and out at the loading platform. }} ** {{go | name=Sound Transit | alt= | url=https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/routes-schedules/n-line | email= | address=Everett Station | lat= | long= | directions=first platform behind and south of the building; loading platform can also be accessed directly from the bus transit center (south of the building) without going through the building | phone= | tollfree=+1-888-889-6368 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sound Transit | wikidata=Q3965367 | lastedit=2022-09-29 | content=Sound Transit operates Sounder commuter trains down to Seattle in the morning and up to Everett via Edmonds and Mukilteo in the afternoons. They also operate additional trains for the Mariners and Seahawks home events. }} ** {{go | name=Amtrak | alt= | url=https://www.amtrak.com | email= | address=(ticket desk & waiting room) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith Ave | lat= | long= | directions=second platform from behind the building there are designated paths to allow passengers to walk across the first track from the building to the second platform | phone=+1 215-856-7924 | tollfree=+1-800-872-7245 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Amtrak | wikidata=Q23239 | lastedit=2022-09-26 | content=The following Amtrak routes serve Everett:. }} *** '''[[Amtrak Cascades]]''' operates between [[Vancouver|Vancouver, BC]] and [[Eugene]] via [[Bellingham (Washington)|Bellingham]], [[Mount Vernon (Washington)|Mount Vernon]], Everett, [[Edmonds]], [[Seattle]], [[Tukwila]], [[Tacoma]], [[Lacey]] ([[Olympia (Washington)|Olympia]]), [[Centralia (Washington)|Centralia]], [[Kelso (Washington)|Kelso]] ([[Longview (Washington)|Longview]]), [[Vancouver (Washington)|Vancouver, WA]], [[Portland (Oregon)|Portland,]] [[Oregon City]], [[Salem (Oregon)|Salem]], and [[Albany (Oregon)|Albany]]. There are two round trips daily along the portion between Vancouver and Seattle, four round trips daily along the portion between Seattle and Portland, and two round trips daily along the portion between Portland and Eugene. No train departures travel the whole length of the route. Additional service between Vancouver and Seattle, and between Portland to Eugene are provided on the Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach. *** [[Empire Builder|'''Empire Builder''']] operating daily between [[Seattle]]/[[Portland (Oregon)|Portland]] and [[Chicago]] including stops at [[Spokane|Spokane,]] [[Glacier National Park (Montana)|Glacier National Park]], [[Fargo]], [[Saint Paul]], and [[Milwaukee]]. The trains split into separate branches between Seattle and Spokane, and between Portland and Spokane, while operating as trains consisting of train cars from both branches between Spokane and Chicago. Between Seattle and Spokane, trains stop in [[Edmonds]], Everett, [[Leavenworth (Washington)|Leavenworth,]] [[Wenatchee]], and [[Ephrata]] ===By bus=== The ''[https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/stops-stations/everett-station bus transit center]'' for Sound Transit, Community Transit, Everett Transit and Skagit Transit is next to the Everett Station Building (3201 S Smith) at the southside. Amtrak ticket desks and waiting area are in the lobby, inside the building: * {{go | name=Community Transit | alt= | url=https://www.communitytransit.org/stop/evtst?q=everett | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-348-7100 | tollfree= | hours= | price=adult $2.25 (local); $4.25 (S Snohomish Co to/from Seattle); $5.50 (N Snohomish to/from Seattle) and is part of the regional Orca payment system | wikidata=Q5154898 | content=Goes out to the surrounding cities and towns of Arlington (#201/202), Aurora Village in Shoreline (Swift Blue); Goldbrier (#270); Lynnwood (#201/202, 512); Marysville (#201/202); Smokey Point (#201/202), Stanwood (#240 from Smokey Point), Lake Stevens (#280), Granite Falls (#280), etc. They also operate Sound Transit buses to downtown Seattle (510), Bellevue (532) and Northgate (Link Light Rail 1 from Lynnwood) form Everett. }} :* 201/202 connects Lynnwood to Smokey Way via Ash Way P&R, Everett Station and Marysville. Limited stops along Broadway south of Everett Station. * {{go | name=Sound Transit | alt= | url=https://www.soundtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Bay C1 for Rt510 & 512 southbound, and Bay C3 for Rt#532 | phone= | tollfree=+1-888-889-6368 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3965367 | lastedit=2023-06-16 | content=Has regional public transit routes including Sounder trains, Link light rail, and express bus in King County (e.g. [[Bellevue]], [[Federal Way]], [[Kent (Washington)|Kent]], [[Renton]], [[Seattle]]), Snohomish County (e.g. Everett, [[Lynnwood]]), and Pierce County (e.g. [[Puyallup]], [[Tacoma]]). }} Bus routes serving Everett: ** 510 traveling from [[Seattle/Downtown|downtown Seattle]] to Everett station via Mountlake Terrace and South Everett Freeway Stations. Operates Monday to Friday with trips heading to Seattle in the mornings and to Everett in the afternoons. ** 512 traveling from Lynnwood to Everett Station via Ash Way P&R. Operates daily through the day. Transfer to Link Light Rail #1 in Lynnwood to continue towards [[Seattle Tacoma International Airport]] through Northgate, University District/Ravenna, Capitol Hill, downtown Seattle and South Seattle. ** 513 traveling from Lynnwood to Seaway Transit Center in Mukilteo south of Everett. This route operates during weekday rush hours only. ** 532 traveling from the [[Bellevue#By bus|downtown Bellevue Transit Center]] in Bellevue to Everett Station via Canyon Park, Totem Lake, and Ash Way. Operates weekday rush hours only. At other times take the 201/202 or 512 bus to Lynnwood from Everett Station and transfer to the 535 bus in Lynnwood. Everett Station is a connection hub for the rural counties to the north: * {{go | name=Island Transit 412C | alt= | url=https://www.islandtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 360-678-7771 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2023-06-11 | content=Scheduled bus services on Whidbey Island and [[Camano Island]]. From Monday to Friday, bus route 412C operates a few trips per day between Everett Station and [[Camano Island#Get around|Terry's Corner]] on Camano Island. Camano Island can also be reached by taking Community Transit (#201/202 & 240 via Smokey Point near Arlington Ariport) to Stanwood and transferring to Island Transit bus routes 3 (local) or 411C (to/from Mt Vernon). }} * {{go | name=Skagit Transit 90X | alt= | url=https://www.skagittransit.org/ | email=custserv@skagittransit.org | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Bay A4 | phone=+1 360-757-4433 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12054349 | lastedit=2022-09-26 | content=Operates bus route 90X traveling south from [[Burlington (Washington)#By public transit|Burlington]] via [[Mount Vernon (Washington)#By bus|Mount Vernon]], to Everett Station. The bus operates multiple times daily. }} Everett is an easy stop for many private regional shuttle services and long-distance bus routes: * {{listing | type=go | name=BellAir Airporter | alt= | url=http://www.airporter.com/shuttle | email= | address=(bus stop) Tulalip Resort Hotel @ 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip| lat= | long= | directions=bus stop, east of the front entrance to Tulalip Resort Hotel; hotel is at 88th St NE and Quil Ceda Blvd west of I-5 at Exit #200 | phone=+1-866-235-5247 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Goes up to Marysville, Stanwood, Burlington/Mt Vernon, Bellingham & Blaine from [[Seattle#By bus|Seattle]] and [[Seattle-Tacoma International Airport]] on one route and west from Burlington to La Conner & the San Juan Ferry Terminal on another. }} * {{go | name=Greyhound & Flixbus | alt= | url=https://www.greyhound.com/bus/everett-wa/everett-bus-stop | email= | address=(bus stop) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith Ave | lat=47.97551 | long=-122.19799 | directions=tickets no longer sold at this location. | phone= | tollfree=+1-800-231-2222 | hours=Daily 9AM-11:30AM & 2PM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q755309 | content=Travels primarily on Interstate 5 between Seattle, Everett, Mount Vernon, Bellingham and Vancouver BC. Passengers transfer to other buses in [[Seattle#By bus|Seattle]] and [[Vancouver#By bus|Vancouver]] to get to additional destinations. Some of the [https://www.flixbus.com/bus/everett-wa Flixbus routes] along I-5 between Bellingham, Seattle, Portland and Eugene are operated by MTR Western while others are operated by Greyhound. Flixbus will board at the bus pullout next to the parking lot, across (west of) Smith Ave from Everett Station, directly south of the intersection at 32nd St /Smith Ave (location of marker). Greyhound will board in front of the building, right side of the main doors of the building. }} * {{listing | name=Northwestern Trailways | alt=Northwest Stage Lines | url=https://northwesternstagelines.com/bus-stops/ | email=team@northwesterntrailways.com | address=(ticket desk) Everett Station @ 3201 S Smith | lat= | long= | directions=ticket desk inside the building, bus stop at Bay B1 | phone=+1 509-838-4029 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Goes east to Lake Stevens, [[Leavenworth_(Washington)|Leavenworth]], [[Wenatchee]], [[Ephrata]] and [[Moses Lake]] & [[Spokane#by bus|Spokane]]; and south towards Seattle and Tacoma. Passengers transfer to other buses in [[Wenatchee#By bus|Wenatchee]] and [[Spokane#By bus|Spokane]] to get to additional destinations. Tickets can be booked with Salt Lake City Express or Megabus. }} * {{listing | name=Quick Shuttle | alt= | url=http://www.quickcoach.com/ | email= | address=(bus stop) Tulalip Seattle Premium Outlets @ 10600 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip | lat= | long= | directions=bus stop is between the administration office and the Addidas Outlet Store | phone= | tollfree=+1-800-665-2122 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-19 | content=Express bus between downtown Seattle and Vancouver BC. Northbound buses going to Canada only pick up passengers in the U.S. while southbound buses going to Seattle only drop off in the U.S. }} ===By plane=== *{{go | name=Paine Field | alt={{IATA|PAE}}, also known as Snohomish County Airport | url=https://flypainefield.com/ | email= | address= | lat=47.90867 | long=-122.27847 | directions=about 8.5 miles south of Everett | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Paine Field | wikidata=Q838219 | content=Limited commercial flights with '''[https://www.alaskaair.com/content/airports/washington/everett/paine-field Alaska Airlines]'''' . The terminal, ranked one of the best regional airports in the world, has a rather cozy design with fireplaces and nice chairs and sofas, and waiter service from the restaurants available throughout the terminal (all two gates of it). Everett Transit (Rt #8) provides service to a transit hub at Seaway Transit Center and the downtown Everett Station, where buses to the region can be found. }} [[Seattle-Tacoma International Airport|'''Seattle-Tacoma International Airport''']] ({{IATA|SEA}}, "Sea-Tac" for short) {{mi|45}} south of Everett, is the nearest major commercial airport. It is a major Pacific Northwest hub served by a wide range of airlines. Transit and shuttle options from Sea-Tac include: * {{listing | name=Sound Transit Link Light Rail Line 1 & Rt 512. | alt= | url=http://www.soundtransit.org/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=There are a no direct Sound Transit buses from Sea-Tac to Everett. The closest option would be to take the frequent Link Light Rail from the airport to the ''[[Lynnwood#By bus|Lynnwood Station]]'' and transfer to the #512 bus up to Everett Station or 513 to Everett Seaway Transit Center. If going to the airport by ST 510 (weekday mornings only) you can get off at 5th & Jackson and transfer to Link Light Rail Line 1 at ''International District (tunnel) Station''. }} * {{listing | name=BellAir Airporter | alt= | url=http://www.airporter.com | email= | address=(regular bus stop) Tulalip Resort Hotel @ 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd in Marysville| lat= | long= | directions=a is at the main entrance to the hotel, the hotel is off of Exit #200 just north of Everett | phone=+1-866-235-5247 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Fares are from $25 up to $70 for one way | content=This will take you to points north of Everett (Bellingham, Bellingham International Airport, Marysville, Mount Vernon, Anacortes and the San Juan Islands Ferry Terminal) and down to SeaTac. Ask if they will do a special pick-up or drop off in Everett (proper). }} * {{listing | name=ShuttleExpress | alt= | url=http://www.shuttleexpress.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425 981-7000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Downtown from $18 | content=Operates both a shared and private shuttle service between the airport and hotels & residents within the Tacoma-Seattle-Bellevue-Everett corridor and its vicinity. Catch them at the 3rd level of the parking garage. During the morning commute hours (7-10AM), it may not be best to take this transportation if you go to downtown Seattle unless you have a lot of baggage to take care of; the more spacious Link Light Rail trains will get you there for about the same duration or even quicker. Walk-ins are allowed for trips from the airport (shared vans only), reservations necessary for trips to the airport. }} * {{listing | name=Whidbey-SeaTac Shuttle | alt= | url=https://www.seatacshuttle.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 360-679-4003 | tollfree=+1-877-679-4003 | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-05 | content=Nearest drop off/pick up point is at the Mulkiteo-Clinton Ferry Terminal as the shuttle/bus makes it way between Sea-Tac, Whidbey Island and Bellingham Airport. }} '''[[Bellingham (Washington)#By plane|Bellingham International Airport]]''' ({{IATA|BLI}}) is {{mi|66}} north of Everett. '''Allegiant''', '''Alaska Airlines''' and '''San Juan Airlines''' are the only commercial airlines operating out of Bellingham. ==Get around== ===By public transit=== * {{listing | name=Everett Transit | alt= | url=https://www.everetttransit.org/ | email= | address=(Bus Transit Center) 3201 S Smith | lat= | long= | directions=Bus stops are at Bus Bays E, F & I closest to the street. | phone=+1 425-257-7777 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-08-20 | content=Operates buses within the city of Everett, to downtown from Everett Station (all routes ask driver), to Mulkiteo (Rt#18), South Everett P&R (#29) and Mariner P&R (#2). }} * {{Go|name=Community Transit|url=https://www.communitytransit.org/|phone=+1 425-353-7433|tollfree=+1-800-562-1375|lastedit=2023-06-12|content=Operates local and regional public transit bus routes in Snohomish County, except only local routes in Everett. Communities within the county served by this operator's routes include [[Arlington (Washington)|Arlington]], [[Edmonds]], Everett, [[Lynnwood]], [[Marysville (Washington)|Marysville]], [[Mill Creek (Washington)|Mill Creek]], [[Monroe (Washington)|Monroe]], [[Mountlake Terrace]], [[Mukilteo]], [[Snohomish]], and Stanwood.}} ** Bus routes 201 and 202 travel between [[Arlington (Washington)|Arlington]] and [[Lynnwood]] via [[Marysville (Washington)|Marysville]], Everett Station, and Ash Way Park & Ride. Limited stops south of Marysville. Transfer Link Line 1 to continue towards [[Seattle/North|Northgate]] in Lynnwood. ==See== [[File:Boeing 767 Everett, Washington production view.jpg|250px|thumb|Boeing 767 being built in Boeing's Everett factory]] ===Airplanes=== At Paine Field, you can tour Boeing's huge assembly plant where many of their airplanes are built, as well as a few adjacent independent museums. However, if you only have time for one aviation museum on your trip, also consider the '''Museum of Flight''' in Seattle's [[Seattle/Sodo-Georgetown|Georgetown]], which has more exhibits and is more engaging than the Boeing tour. * {{see | name=Boeing Future of Flight & Boeing Tour | alt= | url=https://www.boeingfutureofflight.com/ | email=info@futureofflight.org | address=8415 Paine Field Blvd., Mukilteo | lat=47.92132 | long=-122.2907 | directions=I-5 Exit 189, WA Hwy 526 west 4 miles (6.4 km), past the huge Boeing building on your right, then at the 4-way stoplight turn Left onto Paine Field Blvd and follow signs for the museum | phone=+1 425-438-8100 | tollfree=+1-888-467-4777 | fax=+1 425-265-9808 | hours=Th-M 8:30AM-5:30PM | price=$38 for museum and tour ($28 for 15 years and under); $12 for museum only. Reservations recommended for tours. '''Must be 4 feet (122&nbsp;cm) or taller.''' Lockers $1 (for storing items not allowed on the tour) | wikipedia=Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour | image=Jetstar's first 787 on the production line (9132370198).jpg | wikidata=Q5510825 | lastedit=2021-07-19 | content=Boeing's Everett factory is the world's largest building by interior volume. It is where the Boeing 747, 767, and 777 airliners are made. On the observation deck of the museum, you can watch planes land and take off from the runway, with air traffic control audible on speakers; aircraft are often being tested before delivery to Boeing's customers. }} * {{see | name=Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum | alt= | url=https://www.flyingheritage.com/ | email= | address=3407 109th Street SW | lat=47.8995 | long=-122.2801 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1-877-FHC-3404 | hours=Th-Sa 10AM-4PM | price=Free | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=Microsoft founder Paul Allen's collection of (mostly) military airplanes and tanks. The museum specializes in restoring historic planes back to flight-readiness; mechanics are typically on-site, working on maintaining the technology and operating condition, and artifacts are occasionally piloted during special events. }} * {{see | name=The Museum of Flight Restoration Center | alt= | url=https://www.museumofflight.org/visit/tours-and-experiences/restoration-tours | email= | address=2909 100th St. SW | lat=47.9082 | long=-122.27365 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Jun-Aug: Tu-Sa 9AM-4PM; Sep-May: Tu-Th Sa 9AM-4PM | price=$5, $3 youth (5-17), kids 4 and under free | content= }} ==Do== ===Theater=== * {{do | name=Village Theater | alt=Everett Performing Arts Center | url=https://villagetheatre.org/ | email= | address=2710 Wetmore Ave | lat=47.98149 | long=-122.20752 | directions= | phone=+1 425-257-8600 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The Village Theatre non-profit professional producing musical theatre company. Theatre programs including Kidstage, Mainstage, Village Originals and Pied Piper. }} * {{do | name=The Historic Everett Theatre | alt=The New Everett Theatre | url=https://www.yourhistoriceveretttheatre.org/ | email= | address=2911 Colby Ave | lat=47.97874 | long=-122.20837 | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-6766 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Everett Silvertips | alt= | url=https://everettsilvertips.com/ | email= | address=2000 Hewitt Ave | lat=47.97861 | long=-122.20303 | directions= | phone=+1 425-252-5100 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=WHL US Division junior hockey team plays at Angel of the Winds Arena from September till March. }} * {{do | name=Everett AquaSox | alt= | url=https://www.milb.com/everett | email= | address=3900 Broadway | lat=47.96648 | long=-122.20341 | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-3673 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A minor league baseball team that plays from mid-June to early September. They play home games at Everett Memorial Stadium. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Jetty Island | alt= | url=https://www.portofeverett.com/visit_the_waterfront/jetty_island/index.php | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 425-257-8304 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q20712211 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=This narrow island was constructed to protect the harbor, from sand dredged out of the Snohomish River. It has a large sandy beach popular with families, as well as a lagoon providing important bird habitat. It is also a kiteboarding destination. }} ** {{do | name=Jetty Island Ferry | alt=Jetty Island Days | url= | email= | address=522 10th St | lat=48.00334 | long=-122.22261 | directions=northernmost pier, off W Marine View Dr | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Early Jul to early Sep: W-Su 10AM-6:45PM; reserve in advance | price=$4-$7; parking $2 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Funko Headquarters | alt= | url=https://funko.com/funko-locations-pages/funko-locations-landing.html | email=everetthq@funko.com | address=2802 Wetmore Ave | lat=47.98045 | long=-122.20759 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10AM-6PM | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=The flagship retail store for Funko Pops collectibles, attached to the company headquarters. }} * {{buy | name=Hewitt Avenue Historic District | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-01-10 | content=Hewitt Ave retains several blocks of historic buildings from the early 1900s, with a preponderance of antique dealers, collectibles shops, and consignment markets. }} * {{buy | name=Everett Farmers Market | alt= | url=https://everettfarmersmarket.com/ | email= | address= | lat=47.97861 | long=-122.20721 | directions=Wetmore Ave, from Hewitt Ave to Pacific Ave | phone=+1 425-422-5656 | tollfree= | hours=Summer: Sundays 10:30AM-3PM | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Teriyaki Burger Stop | url= | email= | address=3517 Rucker Ave E | lat=47.97040 | long=-122.21088 | directions= | phone=+1 425-259-4291 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Another great, but ugly dive in Everett. Spicy chicken is known locally as "crack chicken" because once you try it you need it on a regular basis. The menu includes burgers, teriyaki, & yakisoba. }} *{{eat | name=Bhu-Ping | alt=previously Taste of Thai | url=http://www.bhupingthairestaurant.com/ | email= | address=6600 Evergreen Way | lat=47.937747 | long=-122.219225 | directions=just NW of the Madison St intersection, look for the dark green sign | phone=+1 425-405-3783 | tollfree= | hours=M–Th 11AM-9PM, F 11AM-10PM, Sa noon-10PM, Su noon-9PM | price= | lastedit=2017-09-18 | content=Everett is loaded with Thai restaurants, and Taste of Thai, the predecessor here, was one of the best. Phu Ping carries that on. Great food at reasonable prices. A local favorite for the lunch specials. The custard and sticky rice dessert is a treat found at few Thai restaurants. In the back is a wonderfully well-stocked wine tasting room and store. }} *{{eat | name=Lanna Thai | url=http://www.lannathaieverett.com/ | email= | address=7825 Evergreen Way, Suite B | lat=47.92673 | long=-122.22246 | directions= | phone=+1 425-438-3888 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Lanna Thai is upscale Thai food. The restaurant, including a full bar is beautifully appointed, and the service is uniformly good. The lunch specials are a good value, but the Pad Thai is cooked ahead and inconsistent. Good, but not great. }} *{{eat | name=The Totem | url= | email= | address=4410 Rucker Ave | lat=47.95902 | long=-122.21089 | directions= | phone=+1 425-252-3277 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Perhaps the only real diner in Everett. The food is good and freshly prepared, with breakfast served all day. Nothing fantastic, but you won't go away hungry and the price is decent. Family owned since the 1950s with a big, cheesy fake totem pole out front. }} *{{eat | name=Beijing Garden | url= | email= | address=3719 Rucker Ave | lat=47.96773 | long=-122.21048 | directions= | phone=+1 425-339-9319 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=$8-15 | content=In a town loaded with Chinese restaurants, Beijing Garden stands out as one of the best. Small and cute, with barely adequate parking. A standard Chinese restaurant menu, with very well executed dishes. The hot and sour soup is the best in the area. Lunch specials are a great value. }} * {{eat | name=Major League Pizza | alt=MLP | url=http://www.majorleaguepizza.com/ | email= | address=2811 Colby Ave St | lat=47.98016 | long=-122.20837 | directions= | phone=+1 425-259-5554 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-02-16 | content=Baseball-themed, family-owned, large space with many large wall mounted TVs. Besides their fabulous hand tossed pizza with fresh made, family recipe, pizza. Plenty of room for a large party and it is the favorite pizza of the Everett Silvertips Ice Hockey Team. MLP pizza is also available at two locations in the Xfinity Arena a few blocks away. They use first class products in their foods such as Boar's Head meats. There are Grinders, Calzones, Breadsticks and more. Delivery is available as well. }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=Scuttlebutt Brewing Co | url=http://www.scuttlebuttbrewing.com/ | email= | address=1205 Craftsman Way | lat=48.00079 | long=-122.21750 | directions=on the waterfront, near Naval Station Everett and the marina | phone=+1 425-257-9316 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11AM-9PM | price= | content=A family-friendly brewpub. Happy Hour 2-6PM Monday through Thursday. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Executive Residency by Best Western Navigator Inn & Suites | url=https://www.bestwestern.com/content/best-western/en_US/booking-path/hotel-details.48146.html | email= | address=10210 Evergreen Way | lat=47.90536 | long=-122.24500 | directions= | phone=+1 425-347-2555 | tollfree=+1-877-488-0510 | fax=+1 425-347-2554 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Best Western Cascadia Inn | url=https://www.bestwestern.com/content/best-western/en_US/booking-path/hotel-details.48122.html | email= | address=2800 Pacific Ave | lat=47.97741 | long=-122.19330 | directions= | phone=+1 425-258-4141 | tollfree=+1-800-822-5876 | fax=+1 425-258-4755 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites | url=http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/ex/1/en/hd/paeve | email= | address=131 128th St SW | lat=47.88307 | long=-122.23471 | directions= | phone=+1 425-609-4000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel 6 Everett North | alt= | url=https://www.motel6.com/content/g6/en/home/motels.wa.everett.9323.html | email= | address=10006 Evergreen Way | lat=47.90697 | long=-122.24380 | directions= | phone=+1 425-347-2060 | tollfree= | fax=+1 425-347-1529 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel 6 Everett South | alt= | url=https://www.motel6.com/content/g6/en/home/motels.wa.everett.1331.html | email= | address=224 128th Street SW | lat=47.88096 | long=-122.23732 | directions= | phone=+1 425-353-8120 | tollfree= | fax=+1 425-347-2269 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} ==Go next== *Explore the rest of the [[Seattle]] region. If you were here for the planes, don't miss the [[Seattle/Sodo-Georgetown#See|Museum of Flight]]. *[[Bellingham (Washington)|Bellingham]] is the "City of Subdued Excitement". *[[Whidbey Island]], a short ferry ride away, has parks ranging from the historic [[Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve]] to the beautiful [[Deception Pass State Park|Deception Pass]]. *Everett has good access to the Cascade Mountains, via the [[Skykomish Valley]] to [[Stevens Pass]], and the [[Mountain Loop Highway]]. 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The city is a cultural, artistic and architectural gem, and is inscribed on the [[UNESCO World Heritage list]]. The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, Florence was the home to powerful families, creative geniuses and scientific masterminds who left their legacies in the city's many museums and art galleries. The city also has a very rich literary history, being the birthplace of the famous poet Dante, and standard Italian today is primarily based on the dialect of Tuscan spoken in Florence. ==Understand== [[File:Duomo from Palazzo Vecchio n01.jpg|350px|thumb|The Duomo, officially Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, is the fourth largest church in Europe, with the biggest brickwork dome in the world]] Politically, economically, and culturally, Florence was the most important city in Europe for around 250 years, from some time before 1300 until the early 1500s. It is now primarily a tourist site, with the much of its non-touristic economy powered by artisans who still nonetheless sell largely to tourist and foreign customers. In the middle ages, Florentines reinvented money, in the form of the gold florin. This currency was the engine that drove Europe out of the Dark Ages, a term invented by Petrarch, a Florentine whose family had been exiled to Arezzo. They financed the development of industry all over Europe, from Britain to Bruges, Lyon and Hungary. They financed the English kings during the Hundred Years' War. They financed the papacy, including the construction of the papal palace in Avignon, and the reconstruction of St. Peter's and the Vatican when the papacy returned to Rome from the "Babylonian captivity". Dante, Petrarch, and Boccaccio pioneered the use of the vernacular — the use of a locally spoken language, rather than Latin. In their case, the vernacular was Tuscan, which, because of them, became the ''lingua franca'' for the entire Italian peninsula, and eventually the basis for standard Italian following unification in 1871. Because Dante, et al., wrote in Tuscan, Geoffrey Chaucer, who spent a lot of time in Northern Italy and who used some of Boccaccio's little stories to inspire his Canterbury Tales, wrote in English. Others started writing in French and Spanish. This was the beginning of the end of Latin as a common language throughout Europe. The Florentines, perhaps most notably Filippo Brunelleschi (1377-1466) and Leon Battista Alberti (1404-1472), invented Renaissance architecture. This architectural style revolutionised the way Rome, London, Paris and every other major city in Europe, from Barcelona to St. Petersburg, was built. Florentines were the driving force behind the Age of Discovery. Florentine bankers financed Henry the Navigator and the Portuguese explorers, who pioneered the route around Africa to India and the Far East. It was a map drawn by the Florentine Paulo del Pozzo Toscanelli, a student of Brunelleschi, that Columbus used to sell his "enterprise" to the Spanish monarchs, and which he then used on his first voyage. Mercator's famous "Projection" is a refined version of Toscanelli's map, taking into account the Americas, of which the Florentine was obviously ignorant. The western hemisphere itself is named after a Florentine writer who claimed to be an explorer and mapmaker, Amerigo Vespucci. [[Image:Florence bridges.jpg|350px|thumb|Bridges over the Arno]] Galileo and other scientists pioneered the study of optics, ballistics, astronomy, anatomy, and so on. Pico della Mirandola, Leonardo Bruni, Machiavelli, and many others laid the groundwork for our understanding of political science. Opera was invented in Florence. And that is just a smidgen of what went on in this city, which never had a population above 60,000 from the first attack of the plague in 1348 until long, long after it became unimportant. And there were the Medici, perhaps the most important family that ever lived. The Medicis changed the world more than any other family. Forget all the art for which they paid. They taught first the other Italians, and then the rest of the Europeans, how to conduct statecraft. For example, Catherine de' Medici (1519-1589) married Henry II of France (reigned 1547-1559). After he died, Catherine ruled France as regent for her young sons, and was instrumental in turning France into Europe’s first nation-state. She brought the Renaissance into France, introducing everything from the châteaux of the Loire to the fork. She also was, to 16th- and 17th-century European royalty, what Queen Victoria was to the 19th and 20th centuries — everybody’s grandmama. Her children included three kings of France, Francis II (ruled 1559-1560), Charles IX (ruled 1560-1574) and Henry III (ruled 1574-1589). Her children-in-law included a fourth king of France, Henry IV (ruled 1589-1610), plus Elizabeth of Hapsburg, Philip II of Spain (of Armada fame), and Mary Queen of Scots. And that is without mentioning any artists. From Arnolfo and Cimabue to Giotto, Nanni di Banco, and Uccello; through Lorenzo Ghiberti and Donatello and Masaccio and the various della Robbias; through Fra Angelico and Sandro Botticelli and Piero della Francesca, and on to Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, the Florentines dominated the visual arts like nobody before or since. And this list does not include many who, in any other place, would be considered among the greatest of artists, but in Florence must be considered among the near-great: Benvenuto Cellini, Andrea del Sarto, Benozzo Gozzoli, Giorgio Vasari, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Fra Lippo Lippi, Buontalenti, Orcagna, Pollaiuolo, Filippino Lippi, Andrea del Verrocchio, Bronzino, Desiderio da Settignano, Michelozzo, the Rossellis, the Sangallos, Pontormo. And this list does not include the prolific Ignoto. Nor does it include the near-Florentines, such as Raphael, Andrea Pisano, Giambologna, the wonderfully nicknamed Sodoma and so many more, such as Peter-Paul Rubens, all of whom spent time in Florence and were educated by it. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Florence |2.1 |12.2 |58.1 |2.5 |14.7 |63.8 |7.1 |18.2 |61.4 |10.1 |21.0 |67.2 |12.9 |25.3 |63.0 |17.0 |30.1 |22.8 |19.4 |33.3 |14.6 |19.5 |33.4 |25.5 |16.0 |27.3 |41.8 |10.9 |21.5 |66.1 |6.4 |16.6 |90.3 |2.6 |13.4 |81.4 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Florence]] | description = Florence Climate Averages }} Florence boasts a Mediterranean climate with hot, mostly dry summers and mild, wet winters. Day temperatures during summer are very hot, ranging from 30°C in June to 33°C in July and August. Winters experience day temperatures ranging from 11°C in January to 14°C in February. Springs and autumns are mild to warm, with day temperatures ranging from 16°C in November to 27°C in September. Sunshine is abundant throughout the year, with sunshine hours being very elevated in summer and discretely elevated also in winter. ===Tourist information=== * {{listing | name=Tourist information offices | alt= | url=https://www.feelflorence.it/en | email=touristinfo@comune.fi.it | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055000 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 07:00-21:00, Su 09:00-14:00 | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2024-05-16 | content= Infopoint Piazza Stazione 4 is the largest tourist information in the city, with a bookshop and booking service. Infopoint via Cavour 1R, specialises in the territory all around Florence as well as Florence. Infopoint Airport Vespucci is found at the Arrivals. Infopoint Borgo Santa Croce 29r has tourist brochures and general tourist information. E-mail enquiries answered within 24 hours. }} ==Get in== {{Mapframe|43.7692|11.2546|zoom=14}} {{mapshape}} {{mapshapes|Q746258}} <!-- Trams --> ===By plane=== The airport of Florence is Amerigo Vespucci International Airport (FLR IATA) (4 km northwest of the center), locally known as "Peretola", to which there are flights from major destinations in Western Europe. There is only one runway covered by hills, and therefore the flights that land there are relatively infrequent and expensive. The airport is connected by tram line T2 connecting the airport to the train station SMN; The station is on the south side, and ends at Piazza San Marco. The tram station is controlled, to the left of the main entrance. The trams run every 5-15 minutes (depending on the time of day) until 12:30 (02:00 on weekends). One-way tickets cost €1.70 (as of January 2024) and can be purchased with cash or credit cards at vending machines at each station. The tram ride is about 20 minutes from end to end. Taxis charge a flat rate of €25 from the airport to anywhere in the historic center of Florence, plus €1 per large item of luggage. Other airports serving Florence are '''Bologna''' and '''Pisa'''. Bologna (BLQ IATA) is the preferred option which is an hour's drive from Florence by car or train. From the airport of Bologna there are flights all over Europe when the dominant airline is Ryanair. From the airport there are also Emirates and Turkish Airlines flights, so these companies can be used to reach Bologna across Asia, Africa and Oceania. Another airport that is used is the airport of Pisa. which is an hour and a half away from Florence by train. There are fewer flights to Pisa than Bologna. So Bologna is better option. It is better to book a flight that does not land or take off in the evening, because during these hours the reliability of the trains in Italy is quite low, and it is not worth taking the risk of missing a flight, or the last train. Taxi drivers in Bologna and Pisa, if you get stuck there at night, will not agree to take you to Florence. If you are coming from North America from where there are no flights to either Bologna or Pisa, it is better to use the airport in Rome Fiumicino rather than Milan Malpensa, because from Rome the trip to Florence is much faster. ===By train=== Frequent direct trains connect Florence with Rome (90 min), Milan (1 hr 40 min), Venice (2 hr), Naples (2 hr 50 min) and Italy's other main cities. Coming by train from other countries usually involves changing at Milan. However a direct Nightjet runs from Munich leaving around 20:00, reaching Florence around 06:00 and continuing to Rome, with the return leaving Florence towards 22:00 to reach Munich shortly after 08:00. The fare is about €100. This Nightjet divides and also runs to Vienna, with similar times. Almost all trains go to the main station, {{marker|type=go|name=Firenze Santa Maria Novella|alt=Firenze SMN|url=http://www.firenzesantamarianovella.it/en/|wikidata=Q800761|lat=43.7765|long=11.2478}} on the north edge of the historic old town, near most accommodation and sights. There's a bank of Trenitalia ticket machines (cards or cash accepted) on the terminus platform concourse, staffed kiosks in the main hall, and various fast food options there and nearby. An underpass leads south into Piazza SMN. A few regional trains bypass SMN, calling at '''Firenze Campo Marte''', 2 km east near Florence Stadium, '''Firenze Statuto''' 1 km north of SMN, and '''Firenze Rifredi''', 2 km north of SMN. Unless your ticket specifies otherwise, it's valid for any connecting train between those stations and SMN - you'll seldom have to wait longer than ten minutes. Otherwise, take a bus or taxi from the street outside. ===By car=== Florence is well connected by good highways to the rest of Italy. Autostrada A-1 runs to Bologna, Milan and the North, and to Rome and the South. Use Firenze-Impruneta exit for these routes and for Siena via the "Fi-Si" highway. A-11 runs to Pisa and the West: for north of the river follow A-11 to the end, for south of the river turn onto A-1 south to Firenze-Scandicci exit. '''However, driving in Florence is very problematic.''' Driving in the historic centre - inside the wide "viale" where the old city walls were (and still are, south of the river) - is strictly prohibited, except for residents with permits. This is ferociously enforced by camera - if you drive in the prohibited areas, you will be hunted down and sent a stiff fine - around €100 for every camera you pass before escaping the zone. The city raises over €50 million in traffic fines each year, half of this from traffic zone offences. If you're just visiting for the day, use the Park & Ride areas at the edge of town, for instance Villa Constanza (described below under "By bus"). You can leave your car overnight here for €7/24 hr up to 30 days (Oct 2025). If you're driving to pre-booked accommodation in the centre, check ahead with them: given your car registration (Italian ''targa'') they may be able to get you a 30-minute waiver, barely enough to find the hotel in the warren of old streets, drop luggage and check in, then take the car out of the zone. Central car rental offices likewise have a waiver and permitted route to exit and re-enter the city. [https://www.fipark.com Firenze Parking] run a dozen or so edge-of-centre parking lots, with a long walk or a short bus ride to the centre. For example the lot just north of Piazza della Liberta charges €15 per day, €70 per week. Near the centre, parking is more expensive: e.g. a garage costs €30 per night. On the street, you can only use a blue parking space, if you're lucky enough to find one free. White parking places are for residents only and yellow ones are reserved. The price is €1 per hour and charges apply from 08:00 to 20:00; leave the ticket visible inside the car. You need coins for parking, as the machine won't accept banknotes or cards. ===By bus=== [https://www.flixbus.com Flixbus] ply direct between Florence and Rome (3 hr 30, two per hour), Milan (4 hours, roughly hourly), Perugia (2 hours, 4 times), Naples (7 hours, every 2-3 hours), Geneva (12 hours, one overnight, else change in Milan), Marseille (9 hours overnight), Paris (17 hours), Munich (4 per day, 9 hours), Zurich (9 hours), Frankfurt (14 hours), Vienna (12 hours) and Budapest (14 hours). Buses that originate or terminate in Florence stop at the downtown bus station on Piazzale Montelungo next to SMN railway station. Buses that are passing Florence between other cities pick up and drop off at {{marker|name=Villa Constanza Park & Ride |type=go |lat=43.755 |long=11.173 }}, just off Autostrada A-1 on the west edge of the city - take Tram 1. (And see "Get around: By tram" for practicalities.) The parking lot is short of shelter or other facilities. {{go | name=Busitalia SITA Nord Autostazione | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Santa Caterina da Siena, 15/17 | lat= 43.775487| long=11.246591 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2019-05-04 | content=Main bus stop for [http://www.tiemmespa.it/ Tiemme SpA] and [http://www.capautolinee.it CAPautolinee]. Which serve many cities in Tuscany and beyond. }} ==Get around== [[File:Christ in majesty florence baptistry.jpg|thumb|Interior of the Baptistery, showing the mosaic of Christ in Majesty]] <!--===Firenzecard=== The '''[http://www.firenzecard.it/ Firenzecard]''' is a 72-hour pass giving access to some 80 museums, costing €85 per person (see "See"). It doesn't cover public transport, but you can add this with a Firenzecard+ for an extra €7 - this can't be bought separately. It covers you and any other family member under 18 travelling with you. Since the average entrance fee is €8.50, you'll need to see more than ten museums in your 72 hours to show a saving, but that target dwindles if you have other young family with you. It also gets you priority entrance; pre-booking is otherwise near-essential for the big name museums.--> ===On foot=== Most of the major tourist sights in Florence are within easy walking distance of each other. It is possible to walk from one end of the historic center of Florence to the other - north-south or east-west - in a half hour. Walking is not only an easy way to get around, it also offers the chance to 'take in' much more of the city life. Be warned though, that electric motor scooters are small enough to fit where cars cannot. They are relatively quiet but quick and in the summer they often travel into the plazas. Some of the streets in central Florence are closed to traffic. Many more are simply too narrow for buses to get through. Therefore, bus and car tours are not recommended. This is a very small, compact city that really needs to be seen on foot. ===By bicycle=== There is a [[cycling|bike]] rental service organized by the city. Bikes can be hired at several points in the city (and returned to the same place). One of the most convenient for tourists is at the SMN Station. There are other locations at many railway stations, but often with restricted opening hours. In addition, some hotels provide their guests with free bicycles. Bike shops also often rent bikes and some of them organize guided bike tours in the countryside. While there are hills north and south of the center of town, almost all of the historic center of Florence is easy for bikers, because it is flat. But there is a problem: traffic is terrible, with buses, trucks, cars, motorcycles, motorbikes, bicycles, and pedestrians fighting for almost no space. However, a network of cycle paths make it often much faster to circumvent the city centre than to cycle directly through historic streets, even if the destination is in an area such as Santa Croce or Santa Maria Novella. ===By taxi=== Taxis are available, but it may be best if you have your hotel or the restaurant you are eating at call ahead. When taxis are called by phone, the nearest one available is sent to you through the company's radio system with its meter ticking away. In Florence, it can be difficult to hail a cab from the street curb. You either call for one or get one at the very few taxi stands. One popular taxi stand is at the central Santa Maria Novella Train Station, and there are others in a few major squares. The first taxi in the taxi stand line should be available - ask in case of doubt. Most taxis do not take credit cards for payment, so be sure to have cash on hand. Taxis in Florence are relatively expensive. Tipping is not expected, unless the driver helps you carry luggage, etc. ===By bus=== Another way of getting around is by using the public buses from '''[https://www.at-bus.it/en AutolineeToscane]'''. A single-ride ticket costs €1.70, a carnet of 10 tickets is €14 (as of 2024 these are no longer easily available). There are different ways of obtaining a ticket: * '''Paper tickets''' can be bought at tabacchi (shops selling tobacco, which are marked with official looking "T"s out front"), kiosks/newsagents/bars where the symbol "Biglietti AutolineeToscane" is shown, as well as at the AutolineeToscane ticketing office at the bus station outside Santa Maria Novella train station. * '''Contactless via debit/credit card''' at the card readers in your choice of transport, provided your card is branded with a Visa, Mastercard or American Express logo. For urban lines (marked green), simply tap on when getting onto the vehicle; for lines operated on a distance-based fare, also tap off upon leaving the vehicle. Within the ticket's validity period, a new tap in another vehicle will not be charged again. Within 90 minutes of stamping/tapping you can hop-off & hop-on on any bus of the urban AutolineeToscane network. Paper tickets need to be stamped when entering the bus (from the front and rear doors of buses - the central door is supposed to be exit only; though now it is more accepted to enter from the central door). If you are unable to find a ticket vendor, there also ticket machines at some locations accept ING contactless card payment and coins. A ticket may also be available from the driver for €2.50, but there is no guarantee that the driver will agree to sell them. Hold tightly onto the hand rails as Florence traffic is unpredictable and frequent sudden braking is necessary. Unlike bigger cities such as Rome or Naples, buses in Florence are relatively "safe." Keep a close eye on your belongings and avoid showing off cash, jewelry, etc., especially in very crowded buses. ===By tram=== [[File:Firenze - mappa rete tranviaria.svg|thumb|Tram map (2025) ]] There are two [https://www.gestramvia.it/?lang=en tram lines]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} in the city. The first one runs from Villa Constanza Park & Ride on the south-western edge of the city, just off the A-1, so most users are commuters. It runs into town through the western suburbs of Scandicci and L'Isolotto to SMN main railway station (25 min), then turns north to Rifredi and the University/Hospital area. It runs daily 05:00-00:30 every three to ten minutes, and a single ride costs €1.50. The second line connects the airport and the near west side to the city centre and the Santa Maria Novella station. By 2025, the network will have been extended to Piazza della Libertà and Piazza San Marco. ===By car=== Don't even think of it - see "Get in". Just thinking of it is probably enough to incur a fine. ==See== {{infobox|Stendahl Syndrome|"I’m pooped, and I’ll scream if I have to look at any more putti or martyred flesh": the fancy name for this condition is ''Stendahl Syndrome''. Stendahl was the pen-name of the French writer Marie-Henri Beyle (1783-1842) – or at least his best-known name, as he generated pseudonyms on an industrial scale. As French Consul based in Milan, he had ample time (perhaps too much time) to soak up the artistic beauties of Italy, and in Florence he found them overwhelming: "As I emerged from the porch of Santa Croce, I was seized with a fierce palpitation of the heart... the well-spring of life was dried up within me, and I walked in constant fear of falling to the ground." He was much given to histrionics and attacks of the vapours, and in 1979 local psychiatrist Dr. Magherini named this syndrome, claiming to see many examples among first-time visitors to Florence. Weariness and even dizzy-dos are not uncommon after a hard spell of tourism in this city, but think carefully before claiming to suffer from Stendahl Syndrome: a) It’s not recognised in modern disease categories, so you’ll be received with, at best, polite scepticism if you turn up at the local Emergency Room; b) Good luck trying to claim the ensuing expenses on your [[travel insurance]]; c) When you return late to work, the response of your workmates and of your boss is likely to outdo Stendahl in theatricality, and your fear of falling to the ground will be amply justified. So if you feel the well-spring of life drying up in you, head into a bar or café, bang down an espresso, and skip whatever museum or church you planned to see next. Simple. }} Learn from Stendahl and don't try to see too much. Most tourists rush to do the Uffizi, the Duomo and the Bargello. These are indeed splendid, but you may wait hours to get in, and be jostled by tour groups. Pre-book if you know you want to see them; otherwise spread out and see stuff that is equally fine but less touristy. A long weekend here could comfortably take in a sprinkling of old churches, and a couple of museums or galleries. But leave time and energy for just enjoying the ambience. '''Churches:''' the standout is definitely the '''Duomo''' or Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. But other fine churches north of the river include San Lorenzo, Santa Maria Novella, Santa Trinita, Santa Croce, Santo Spirito, SS Annunziata and Ognissanti. Highlights south of the river are Santa Maria del Carmine and San Miniato al Monte. '''Art galleries:''' aim to do at least one of Uffizi, Pitti Palace, Accademia, Bargello and the Museum of the Works of the Duomo. They are filled with the brilliant creations of all the renaissance big names: Donatello, Verrochio, Desiderio da Settignano, and Michelangelo. There are also several modern galleries. '''City views:''' the classic panorama is from Piazzale Michelangelo, on the hillside just south of the river, and from San Miniato al Monte a little higher up. But every tour bus pauses here for photos so it can get mobbed. There is also a great view from the dome of the Cathedral or Giotto's Bell Tower, and an even greater line to climb them. Consider whether you'll benefit from buying a '''Firenzecard''', described earlier. Florence is featured in ''Assassin's Creed II''; see [[Assassin's Creed Tour]]. ===Piazza del Duomo=== [[File:Florence Italy Baptistry-02.jpg|thumb|160px|The "Gates of Paradise" to the Baptistery, by Lorenzo Ghiberti]] The Cathedral, Santa Maria del Fiore, is an astonishing confection dominating the piazza below and the skyline above. It's the fourth largest Christian church in the world, behind the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire; St Peter's in Rome; and St Paul's in London. It's an early example of "technology-forcing" - like the US lunar missions of the 1960s, the 13th-century Florentines started building it without knowing how they'd complete it, until along came Brunelleschi and his vast crowning dome. The eye-catching facade is 19th-century. In front of the cathedral is the ornate medieval Baptistery, in use until modern times. Also in the piazza is the Bell Tower, designed by Giotto. The artwork from these buildings has been replaced by replicas, with the originals in the adjacent Museum of the Works of the Duomo. Buy a '''combined ticket''' online for €18 (concessions €3) to enter the following monuments (one entry per monument, valid for 72 hours after first use, book up to 30 days ahead; '''all closed''' first Tuesday of the month): * {{see | name=Santa Maria del Fiore | alt=Duomo | url=http://www.duomofirenze.it | email= | address= | lat=43.773232 | long=11.255992 | directions=Enter by right hand door in west facade; disabled access on south flank | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10:00-16:30, Su 13:30-16:45 | price= | wikipedia=Florence Cathedral | image=Duomo Firenze.jpg | wikidata=Q191739 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=The cathedral interior is to a basilica pattern; it's vast and at first feels dark and empty. Give your eyes time to adjust, and admire the stained glass windows, funeral monument of Bishop d'Orso, and altar of St Zanobius. Below is the '''Crypt''' (M-Sa 10:00-17:00) with remains of the preceding cathedral of Santa Reparata, and the tomb of Brunelleschi. Giotto is believed to lie here somewhere, but his tomb has yet to be identified. Above is the soaring cupola or '''Dome'''. The cathedral is free, but you need a pre-booked ticket and time-slot to climb the 464 steps up to the Dome (entrance north side of the church). Slots are available M-F 08:30-19:00, Sa 08:30-17:00 and Su 13:00-16:00. }} * {{see | name=Giotto's Tower | alt=Campanile di Giotto | url=https://www.ilgrandemuseodelduomo.it/monumenti/4-campanile | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:15-19:00 | price=By ticket | wikipedia=Giotto's Campanile | image=Firenze-campanileentrance.jpg | wikidata=Q1140023 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Almost {{m|85}} tall, with 414 steps to climb, this richly decorated tower is topped by an open terrace with a panorama of the Duomo, city and surrounds. }} * {{see | name=Baptistery | alt= | url=http://www.museumflorence.com/monuments/3-baptistry | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 08:15-10:15 & 11:15-19:30, Sa 08:15-18:30, Su 08:15-13:30 | price=By ticket | lastedit=2018-11-09 | wikipedia=Florence Baptistery | image=Firenze.Baptistry06.JPG | wikidata=Q732511 | content=Octagonal plan, with a pyramidal roof covering its dome. It's famous for its bronze doors by Andrea Pisano (14th century) and Lorenzo Ghiberti (15th century) and a beautiful interior vault decorated with 13th-century mosaics. The interior is being restored and is unviewable as of April 2024, though the exterior can be seen. }} * {{see | name=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo | alt=Museum of the Works of the Duomo | url=https://www.museumflorence.com/ | email= | address=Piazza del Duomo 9 | lat=1 | long= | directions=Directly behind the dome end of the cathedral | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F-W 09:00-19:00, Th 09:00-17:00 | price=By ticket | lastedit=2018-11-09 | wikipedia=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo (Florence) | image=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo.JPG | wikidata=Q1200696 | content=This houses original artworks from the Duomo and surrounding religious buildings, including sculptures by Donatello, a Michelangelo Pietà (different from his version in Saint Peter's, Rome) and the losing entries in the 1401 contest to design the doors of the Baptistery. Plus models and drawings of the Cathedral. }} ===Museums=== Book ahead for the big-name museums. All of these (plus Boboli Gardens) have a [http://www.b-ticket.com/b-ticket/uffizi/ combined booking portal] and there are several combi-tickets. In practice, it's Uffizi that draws the biggest crowds and so is hardest to access; your options are: :- Just wait in line. On a good day this could mean a 4- to 5-hour wait, hopefully in good weather. On a bad day you wait hours outside in bad weather then they sell out and turn you away. This is especially likely on the first Sunday of the month when entry is free. Tuesday too is crowded, since it's closed Monday so there's pent-up demand. :- Go on an organised tour - these have a pre-booked slot and you step right in. ''Caveat emptor'', as tour operations range from the shambolic and rushed to the sublime and educating. :- Buy a Firenzecard, so you skip the usual line. Upmarket hotels sometimes also have access to priority slots. :- Book online, paying €4 extra and pre-printing your email for a fixed time slot. Be there at least an hour ahead, because so many people are skipping line, there's a line to skip the line. :- Book by phone on +39 055 294883, likewise paying €4 extra for a fixed slot and arriving an hour early. It's not clear how long you'll typically wait to get through by phone. [[Image:Uffizi Gallery - Daughter of Niobe bent by terror.jpg|thumb|Galleria degli Uffizi - Daughter of Niobe is bent by terror of Gods]] [[Image:Galileo galilei, telescopi del 1609-10 ca..JPG|thumb|right|Galileo's Original Instruments, Museo Galileo]] * {{see | name=Galleria degli Uffizi | alt= | url=http://www.uffizi.it/ | email= | address=Piazzale degli Uffizi | lat=43.768439 | long=11.2559 | directions= | phone=+39 055 294883 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50, M closed, last admission 18:00; you may not bring in water | price=High season (21 Feb-9 Nov; 21 Dec-9 Jan): adult €29 (or €23 for early morning tickets: 08:15 and 08:30), conc €6, combi with Pitti & Boboli €38; low season: adult €16, conc €6, combi €18; including a booking fee of €4 | wikipedia=Uffizi | image=Galleria degli Uffizi court crop.JPG | wikidata=Q51252 | lastedit=2024-10-27 | content=Outstanding fine art museum with Renaissance paintings and sculptures from classical antiquity. It's in a late 16th-century palazzo designed by Vasari, in two wings enclosing a long narrow courtyard, effectively a street, an innovation in its day. Originally the palazzo was magistrates' offices (hence "Uffizi") and state archives; then it came to house the Medici's vast art collection. However, one collections seems to have crossed purposes: the massive number of standardized portraits, placed in the hallway, seem to have been an ID system for identifying important foreigners when they came to town. The artworks are on the first and second floors, they keep the lifts well hidden. Highlights include ''Birth of Venus'' by Boticelli, ''Dukes of Urbino'' by della Francesca, ''Medusa'' by Caravaggio, ''Venus of Urbino'' by Titian, ''Annunciation'' by da Vinci, ''Pope Leo X and family'' by Raphael, Velasquez' self-portrait, Rembrandt's final self-portrait, and many other big names. Allow three hours for a visit. Uffizi specialises in the Renaissance, so although later styles are represented, examples are few: you don't really come here for the 18th- to 20th-century material. The restaurant/cafè has a large balcony overlooking the main piazza with good views of the Palazzo Vecchio, and naturally their prices reflect the views. }} * {{see | name=Bargello | alt=Museo Nazionale del Bargello | url=http://www.bargellomusei.beniculturali.it/ | email= | address=Via de Proconsolo 4 | lat=43.7704 | long=11.25801 | directions= | phone=+39 055 294883 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily Apr-Oct: 08:15-17:00, Nov-Feb: 08:15-14:00, but closed 2nd & 4th Su and 1st, 3rd & 5th M of each month | price=Adult €11, conc €4, booking fee €3 | wikipedia=Bargello | image=Sala del Verrocchio museo nazionale del Bargello Firenze.jpg | wikidata=Q388448 | lastedit=2023-09-19 | content=Used as a barracks and prison until the 19th century, this museum houses some of the best Renaissance and Mannerist sculpture. Big names here include Michelangelo, Donatello, Ammannati, Bandinelli, Andrea and Jacopo Sansovino, Desiderio da Settignano, Giambologna, and Antonio Rossellino. It also displays ceramics, textiles & tapestries, ivory, silver, armour and coins. Allow two hours. Not nearly as crowded as the Uffizi or Galleria dell'Accademia and paying a fee to book in advance is likely not necessary. }} * {{see | name=Galleria dell'Accademia | alt=Accademia Gallery | url=http://www.galleriaaccademiafirenze.beniculturali.it/ | email= | address=Via Ricasoli 58-60 | lat=43.77691 | long=11.25848 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50 | price=Adult €16, conc €4, booking fee €4 | wikidata=Q10855544 | lastedit=2018-11-19 | content=Highlights are Michelangelo's original ''David'' (the one in Piazza della Signoria is a copy) and his unfinished '' Slaves''. It also includes Florentine painting, a museum of musical instruments, and Russian icons. No photography is allowed inside. N.B. the "Accademia di Belle Arti" next door is a university department, not connected with the Gallery. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Pitti | alt=Pitti Palace | url=http://www.palazzopitti.it/ | email= | address=Piazza de' Pitti | lat=43.765 | long=11.25 | directions=200 m south of Ponte Vecchio | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50, last admission 18:00 | price=Mar-Oct: adult €16, conc €8, combi with Uffizi & Boboli €38; Nov-Feb: adult €10, conc €5, combi €18; booking fee €4 | wikipedia=Palazzo Pitti | image=Florence-PalaisPitti.jpg | wikidata=Q29286 | lastedit=2018-11-18 | content=The original Pitti was a banker; the palace has housed royalty but became best known for its Medici family treasures. It's now divided into four museums (same ticket): ground floor is the Treasury of the Grand Dukes; first floor houses the Palatine Gallery and the Royal and Imperial Apartments, second floor is the Modern Art Gallery and the Museum of Costume and Fashion. The Boboli gardens are just behind the palazzo. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Davanzati | alt= | url=http://www.bargellomusei.beniculturali.it/musei/4/davanzati/ | email= | address=Via Porta Rossa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:15-14:00, Sa Su 13:15-19:00 | price=€6, conc €2 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q657629 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=a house museum with antique fittings and furniture }} * {{see | name=Museo Galileo | alt= | url=https://www.museogalileo.it/en/ | email= | address=Piazza dei Giudici 1 | lat=43.767756 | long=11.255956 | directions= | phone=+39 055 265 311 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:30-18:00, except Tu 09:30-13:00 | price=€13 | wikipedia=Museo Galileo | image=Firenze-museo storia della scienza.jpg | wikidata=Q1668196 | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=This museum shows the evolution of the instruments used in various scientific fields such as mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, astronomy. The room of Galileo Galilei shows some of his original instruments as well as models from his drawings. The room of Spheres and Globes houses an excellent cartographic collection. In a rather macabre twist the museum also has the middle finger of Galileo's right hand on display. The museum offer some descriptions in Italian and English but you can access other languages by scanning QR codes (Chinese, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, German). The museum offers an open WiFi. It is recommended to have an idea of the principles behind the instruments (as the descriptions on the labels are rather generic). For that, you can download their free audio-guide app available in Italian and English ([https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=telemaco.museogalileo.app Google Play], [https://itunes.apple.com/it/app/museo-galileo/id871818097?mt=8 Apple Store]) and get an idea of the instruments displayed. }} * {{see | name=Museo Horne | alt= | url=http://www.museohorne.it/en/ | email= | address=Palazzo Corsi on via dei Benci, 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th-Tu 10:00-14:00 | price=€7 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q531218 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Displays art and furnishings of the 14th & 15th century. The building and art collection were owned by art historian Herbert Percy Horne. }} * {{see | name=Archaeological Museum | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/198/firenze-maf-museo-archeologico-nazionale | email= | address=Piazza della Santissima Annunziata 9B | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€8 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q637237 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=The Etruscan art collection is particularly good. }} * {{see | name=Museo Novecento | alt= | url=http://www.museonovecento.it/en | email= | address=Piazza Santa Maria Novella 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Sa-W 11:00-20:00, Th 11:00-14:00, F 11:00-23:00, Firenze Cardholder free | price=Adult €8.50, concs €4 | wikidata=Q38901928 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Gallery of 20th- & 21st-century art, on three floors of a palazzo. }} * {{see | name=Museo Marini | alt= | url=https://museomarinomarini.it/en/ | email= | address=Piazza di San Pancrazio | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Sa-M 10:00 - 19:00, other days by reservation | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q913040 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Houses the work of that contemporary sculptor. }} * A Contemporary Art gallery is sited in {{marker|type=see|name=Palazzo Strozzi|wikidata=Q521619}}, and there are several other collections around city centre. * {{see | name=Stibbert Museum | alt= | url=http://www.museumsinflorence.com/musei/stibbert_museum.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Montughi hill, 2 km north of city centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-W 10:00-14:00, F-Su 10:00-18:00 | price=€8 | wikidata=Q3329363 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Has a great collection of armour and arms. }} === Old town centre === [[File:Palazzo vecchio Florence.jpg|thumb|The Palazzo Vecchio]] * {{see | name=Palazzo Vecchio | alt= | url=https://cultura.comune.fi.it/pagina/musei-civici-fiorentini/museo-di-palazzo-vecchio | email= | address= | lat=43.769315 | long=11.256174 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price="Museum" ''or'' "Tower and Battlements": €12.50 adults, €10 concessions. "Museum" ''and'' "Tower and Battlements": €17.50 adults, €15 concessions | wikipedia=Palazzo Vecchio | image=Firenze Palazzo della Signoria, better known as the Palazzo Vecchio.jpg | wikidata=Q271928 | lastedit=2022-08-29 | content=Old city palace/city hall, adorned with fine art. The replica of Michelangelo's "David" is placed outside the main door in the original location of the statue, which is a symbol of the Comune of Florence. The site displays an important collection of Renaissance sculptures and paintings, including the ''Putto'' by Verrochio and the series of murals by Giorgio Vasari at the Salone dei Cinquecento (Hall of the Five Hundreds) - the hall which used to display the now lost Renaissance masterpiece, that is, the so-called Battaglia di Anghiari, by Leonardo da Vinci. }} * {{see | name=Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.767989 | long=11.253192 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Ponte Vecchio | image=Ponte Vecchio at dusk 1.JPG | wikidata=Q208633 | lastedit=2018-11-18 | content=The oldest and most celebrated bridge over the Arno, and the only Florentine bridge to survive World War II. The design is distinctive: it's a three-arched bridge supporting a parade of shops supporting another bridge. It dates to 1345 (hence Ponte Vecchio, "old bridge"), with earlier bridges being swept away by floods, rebuilt and swept away again. At street level it's a pedestrianised cobbled arch. It's lined by shops, which were butchers until Renaissance times then - in an insight as dramatic as the discovery of perspective in painting - they realised that goldsmiths' shops paid higher rents and didn't stink; so from then to this day it's just been overpriced jewellery shops and market stalls. Above these is the higher bridge, the Vasari Corridor, a private walkway added in 1565 so that the Medici Dukes could move between Palazzo Vecchio (Town Hall) and Palazzo Pitti (their blingy residence) without mixing with common folk. On the south bank, the Corridor nowadays continues as a gallery of the Uffizi, and there is sometimes talk of extending this over the bridge, or otherwise making the space accessible. Nothing's come of this so far, so the common folk will have to continue admiring the scene from street level. }} [[Image:Galileo's Tomb, Santa Croce.JPG|thumb|right|Galileo's Tomb, Santa Croce]] * {{see | name=Santa Croce | alt= | url=http://www.santacroceopera.it | email= | address= | lat=43.768389 | long=11.262833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Adult €8, concs €6 | wikipedia=Santa Croce, Florence | image=Eglise santa croce.jpg | wikidata=Q51177 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Contains the monumental tombs of Galileo, Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Dante, Rossini, and many other notables in addition to artistic decorations. There is also great artwork in the church. The Museo dell'Opera di Santa Croce (included in ticket) displays a flood-damaged but still beautiful Crucifix by Cimabue (Giotto's teacher), which has become a symbol of the disastrous floods of 1966. The ticket also includes Pazzi Chapel, a perfectly symmetrical example of sublime neo-Classic Renaissance architecture. }} * {{see | name=Santa Maria Novella | alt= | url=https://www.smn.it/en/visit/ | email= | address= | lat=43.7746 | long=11.2493 | directions=near the train station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€7.50 adults, €5 concessions | wikipedia=Santa Maria Novella | image=Santa Maria Novella.jpg | wikidata=Q51175 | content=A beautiful church with great artwork, including a Trinity by Masaccio that is being restored as of April 2024 but can still be seen from the scaffold for an additional charge of €1.50 and a great series of frescoes by Ghirlandaio behind the altar. Also, the museum near the Chiostro Verde, outside the church to its left (follow the signs in the church), contains gently restored frescoes of Old Testament scenes by Paolo Uccello which are quite unusual in style and well worth seeing. Off of another cloister is the wonderful Spanish Chapel which is covered in huge, impressive 14th-century frescoes. Also don't miss the Cappella Strozzi di Mantova, up a flight of stairs at the end of the left transept, with dramatic frescoes of Heaven, Hell and Purgatory by Nardo di Cione. The gift shop is in the Sacristy, which also contains paintings and other artwork. Allotting 1 1/2-2 hours to see everything would be reasonable. }} * {{see | name=Orsanmichele | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.770758 | long=11.255169 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Orsanmichele | image=Orsanmichele corner.JPG | wikidata=Q860816 | content=A beautiful old church from the 14th century, which once functioned as a grain market. }} * {{see | name=San Lorenzo | alt= | url=https://sanlorenzofirenze.it/ | email= | address= | lat=43.774889 | long=11.253864 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Lorenzo, Florence | image=Basilica di san lorenzo 33.JPG | wikidata=Q573881 | content=The façade of this church was never completed, giving it a striking, rustic appearance. Inside the church is pure Renaissance neo-classical splendor. If you go around the back of the church, there is a separate entrance to the Medici chapels. Be sure to check out the stunning burial chapel of the princes and the sacristy down the corridor. The small sacristy is blessed with the presence of nine Michelangelo sculptures. }} * {{see | name=San Marco Convent | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/190/museo-di-san-marco-firenze | email= | address= | lat=43.778198 | long=11.259329 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Museo Nazionale di San Marco | image=Firenze, chiesa e convento di san marco, facciata 01.jpg | wikidata=Q13453137 | content=Houses frescoes by Fra Angelico and his workshop. Fra Angelico painted a series of frescoes for the cells in which the Dominican monks lived. }} * {{see | name=Great Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence | alt=Sinagoga e Museo Ebraico Firenze | url=https://www.jewishflorence.it/?lang=en | email=firenzebraica@operalaboratori.com | address=Via Luigi Carlo Farini 6 | lat=43.772819 | long=11.266625 | directions=around the corner from Piazza Sant'Ambrogio | phone=+39 055 298 9879 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jun-Sep: M-Th 10:00 - 18:30, F 10:00 - 17:00; Oct-May: Su-Th 10:00 - 17:30, F 10:00 - 15:00. Closed except for religious services on Saturdays and Jewish holidays | price=€6.50 total for the synagogue and museum | wikipedia=Great Synagogue of Florence | image=Tempio Israelitico.JPG | wikidata=Q1548456 | lastedit=2021-11-27 | content=Lovely Moorish-style synagogue built in 1882 and a museum with many artefacts and documentation of Florentine Jewish life going back many centuries; audio tours in multiple languages are available. }} * {{see | name=The English Cemetery | alt=Cimitero degli inglesi | url= | email= | address=Piazzale Donatello | lat=43.77748 | long=11.26822 | directions=a short walk from the Great Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=English Cemetery, Florence | image= | wikidata=Q1092134 | lastedit=2021-11-27 | content=In the 19th century, the "English Cemetery" received anyone that the city's churchyards wouldn't receive, e.g. Orthodox Christians, but Britons and Americans were the majority. Famous names here include Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Fanny Trollope and Beatrice Shakespeare, a relative of William. There are lots of ornate gravestones with flowery inscriptions in multiple languages. }} * {{see | name=Piazza della Signoria | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.769722 | long=11.255556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazza della Signoria | image=Giuseppe Zocchi - The Piazza della Signoria in Florence - WGA25992.jpg | wikidata=Q849846 | lastedit=2026-06-19 | content=Piazza della Signoria is the grand open space in front: not quite a square, as Palazzo Vecchio blocks out one corner. Sights here are the equestrian statue of Cosimo de Medici, the Fountain of Neptune, the statue of David, and Loggia dei Lanzi, an open arched gallery of Renaissance sculpture }} ===South bank of the Arno=== [[Image:Boboli-gardens-from-palazzo.jpg|thumb|The Boboli Gardens seen from the Pitti Palace]] * {{see | name=Santa Felicita | alt= | url=http://www.santafelicita.it | email= | address= | lat=43.766833 | long=11.252636 | directions=just south of Ponte Vecchio | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Santa Felicita, Florence | image=SantaFelicitadiFirenze01.jpg | wikidata=Q1069665 | content=Contains frescoes of the Annunciation and a painting of the Deposition of Christ by the brilliant and weird mannerist painter, Pontormo. They are to be found in the Barbadori Chapel, which is to your immediate right when entering the church. }} * '''Pitti Palace:''' see Museum listing above. * {{see | name=Boboli Gardens | alt= | url=http://www.polomuseale.firenze.it/musei/boboli/ | email= | address= | lat=43.76254 | long=11.248198 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult €10 | wikipedia=Boboli Gardens | image=Boboli Gardens.jpg | wikidata=Q888825 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Elaborately landscaped and with many interesting sculptures, behind the Pitti Palace. Wonderful city views. Don't miss the Bardini gardens. Entrance to that is included in the combination ticket price for the Boboli, and it's a short walk from the Boboli Gardens. There are great views of the Duomo from the Bardini gardens. }} * '''Natural History Museum''' ("La Specola") is on Via Romana next to Pitti Palace. Open Tu-Su 09:00-16:00. * {{see | name=Santa Maria del Carmine | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.767778 | long=11.243611 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Santa Maria del Carmine, Florence | image=Piazza del Carmine, veduta sulla chiesa del carmine.jpg | wikidata=Q1042634 | content=Famous frescoes (Masaccio’s Adam and Eve Banished From the Garden and others by Lippi and Masolino) in the Brancacci Chapel. }} * {{see | name=Piazzale Michelangelo | alt=Michelangelo Square | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.76292 | long=11.26516 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazzale Michelangelo | image=David piazzale michelangelo.jpg | wikidata=Q1348158 | content=Plaza on a hillside with a great view of the city. Go there by bus or climb the stairs and paths from the Lungarno della Zecca. }} * {{see | name=San Miniato al Monte | alt= | url=http://www.sanminiatoalmonte.it/ | email= | address= | lat=43.759444 | long=11.265 | directions=uphill from Piazzale Michelangelo | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Miniato al Monte | image=Sanminiato.jpg | wikidata=Q844337 | content=The Sacristy contains frescoes by Spinello Aretino. In the cemetery near this church there are graves of famous people of Florence, including Carlo Lorenzi (Collodi) - author of the famous Pinocchio. Also, turn around when you reach the top of the stairs before entering the church, to see perhaps an even greater view of the city than from nearby Piazzale Michelangelo. }} * '''Museo Stefano Bardini:''' collection of early Florentine art, housed in the Palazzo Mozzi just south of Ponte alla Grazia. It's open F-M 11:00-17:00. == Do == [[Image:Giotto's Tower.JPG | thumb | 300px | Campanile next to the Duomo ]] Great places to walk include along the Arno and across any of its bridges; through narrow, medieval back streets in the Santa Croce area; and in the Oltr'Arno, on the south side of the river, which is in many ways like Rome's Trastevere or Paris's Left Bank, but far, far smaller. * '''Climb the Duomo or Campanile:''' Traverse the winding staircases inside the Duomo or the nearby bell tower to see some of the best views of Florence. Not only can you see the Tuscan countryside in the distance and the impressive palaces and churches of Florence in the fore, but it also shows you just how large the Duomo is. * '''Stroll the Boboli Gardens:''' These extensive gardens behind the Pitti palace provide excellent views of the city of Florence and numerous sculptures in a relaxed environment. Stop in the hilltop café, grab a drink and a seat outside and enjoy the view. * '''Street performers''' strut their stuff in front of Palazzo Vecchio of an evening. Performances can range from violin duets to people dressed as sculptures. A nice place to stop while you eat your after-dinner gelato. * {{do | name=Enjoy the view from the Piazzale Michelangelo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=It's a big square on a hill, but somewhat distant from the traditional tourist sites. It's easy to reach it even on foot using the stairs called "Rampe di San Niccolò". They are on the side of the Arno RIver just in front of the national library. Do this during the summer and during the night to admire Florence's lights. }} * '''Join a monastery:''' those aged 18-35 are invited to take a two-day spiritual retreat at Badia Fiorentina on Via del Proconsolo. Or just come to hear sung vespers at 18:00 and mass at 18:30 nightly in this peaceful church, filled with artwork. It's central yet virtually free of tourists. * '''Football:''' [https://www.acffiorentina.com/it ACF Fiorentina] play soccer in Serie A, Italy's top tier. Their home ground Stadio Artemio Franchi (capacity 43,000) is 2 km northeast of city centre. === Further out === * {{do | name=Impruneta spa | url=http://terme.borghitoscani.com/terme-di-impruneta.asp | email= | address=Via Cassia 217, Terme di Firenze | lat= | long= | directions=from the city of Florence, take the Autostradale Firenze - Siena and the SR2; the spa is on a lefthand turnoff from the R2, approximately 13 km south of the city of Florence | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The thermal waters of Impruneta spring from two sources and are used to treat respiratory diseases, liver, gastrointestinal, and skin allergies. }} * {{do | name=Firenze Rafting | url=https://www.firenzerafting.it/ | email=info@firenzerafting.it | address=Arno riverbank in front of the Torre San Niccolò | lat=43.765290118596546 | long=11.264592038101139 | directions=Meeting point on the Arno riverbank, a short walk from Ponte Vecchio | phone=+393490921540 | hours=Mar-Nov, departures every day | price=from €35 per person | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Guided rafting trips on the Arno through the historic centre, passing beneath Ponte Vecchio. Tours last about one hour, require no previous experience and are run in inflatable rafts with an instructor in each boat. Equipment is provided; participants should expect to get wet. Booking in advance is required. }} == Learn == === Photography === *{{do | name=Florence Photography Workshop & Tour | url=http://www.florenceinferno.com/walking-tours/photography-workshop/ | email=info@florenceinferno.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 348 840 0459 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=12:00-18:00 (13:30-19:30 in July and August)| price= | content=Discover Florence with your camera and with a professional photography teacher (a Vogue-featured American photographer) and an official Florence guide at your side. }} === Italian language === *{{do | name=ABC School | url=http://www.abcschool.com | email=info@abcschool.com | address=Via dei Rustici 7 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 212001 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212001 | hours=09:00-17:00 | price= | content=Italian language school offering language and cultural courses since 1982. }} *{{do | name=Centro Machiavelli |alt= | url=http://www.centromachiavelli.it/en/ | email=school@centromachiavelli.it | address=Piazza Santo Spirito 4 | lat=43.76657 | long=11.24772 | directions= | phone=+39 0552396966 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2016-08-27| content=Italian language and cultural school for foreigners. The structure and the contents of the programmes for the levels are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The school also organises a programme of cultural activities and excursions to complement the language classes and enable the students to come into contact with the Italian culture and practice Italian in the field. }} *{{do | name=Istituto Galilei | url=http://www.galilei.it | email=info@galilei.it | address=Via Alfani 68| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 29 46 80 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 28 34 81 | hours= | price= | content=Italian language school specializing in one-to-one, personalized and small group (max 4 people) full immersion courses. }} * {{do | name=Michelangelo Institute | url=http://www.michelangelo-edu.it/ | email=michelangelo@dada.it | address=Via Ghibellina 88 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 240975 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Italian study programmes for foreign students. Cooking workshop, art history classes, plastic arts and visual arts programs are also taught in this academy. }} * {{do | name=Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Florence | alt= | url=https://www.leonardo-florence.com/ | email=florence@scuolaleonardo.com | address=Via Bufalini 3 | lat=43.773529638983746 | long=11.259077069104599 | directions= | phone=+39 055 261181 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 08:00-17:30 | price= | content=Offers a wide choice of Italian language and culture courses for children and adults from beginning to advanced levels. }} ===Cooking=== *{{do | name=Cooking Class | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Florence and Tuscany are becoming synonymous with "cooking class". Tuscan cuisine is appreciated worldwide and a cooking class experience is now more and more part of the attraction of Tuscany, as a way of carrying back home memories and improved cooking skills. There are many in the area, either in historical villas in the countryside or in central Florence, from Florentine use of tripe and giblets to the use of organic ingredients from the local producers, and classes range widely in size. During high season, make sure to book in advance. }} ==Buy== [[Image:View from Piazzale Michelangelo.JPG|thumb|350px|View from Piazzale Michelangelo]] There are a few places to buy things, from the high-end jewelry stores lining the Ponte Vecchio to some of the most famous shops in the world — Gucci, Pucci, Ferragamo, Valentino, Prada, Armani, Ermenegildo Zegna, Buccellati, Frette — as well as many more wonderful shops that aren't yet world famous. Souvenirs related to art and Florence's sights can be found everywhere. Books, leather goods, art handcrafted journals, frames, pencils etc. in that gorgeous Florentine paper with swirls of color and gold are great gifts. It is increasingly difficult to find bargains, but keen-eyed shoppers can still find good deals on smaller side streets running off of those above and elsewhere in the centre of town. Better stores in/near the city centre offer superb leather, sometimes at decent prices, perhaps after some bargaining. Goldsmiths on the Ponte Vecchio display beautiful, quality work but can be very expensive. Shops that are not in the very centre of the city are significantly cheaper. There are also superb shopping streets, such as Via Tornabuoni, Via del Parione, and Via Maggio. The San Lorenzo Market is now largely for tourists. There are also a couple of collections of "outlets" in the suburbs. Some of the most uniquely Florentine shops and sights can be found in the Oltrarno, which is Florence's "Left Bank" and home to countless generations of artisans. This section of town can be found by crossing "Ponte Vecchio" (the old bridge) or Ponte Trinità from the center. This "undiscovered" Florence is a must-see. * {{buy | name=Enoteca Mondovino | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via S. Agostino 27-29/R | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 215214 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Decent wine and liquor store with interesting collection of potable bitters in the back (Italian and German). }} *{{buy | name=Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella | alt= | url=http://www.smnovella.com/ | email= | address=Via della Scala 16 N | lat=43.774089 | long=11.247704 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2026-02-09| content=With roots dating to 1221, this shop sells high-quality beauty products like soaps, shaving cream, eau de Cologne and Carta D'Armenia incense papers in a shop that was once the chapel of San Niccolò.Worth entering even just to see the space and smell the herbal products made from historic recipes. Has a nice cafe on site, with plenty of herbal teas. }} * {{buy | name=Pitti Vintage - Italian & European Vintage Clothing & Accessories | url=http://www.PittiVintage.com/ | email=shopkeeper@PittiVintage.com | address=Borgo degli Albizi 72r | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 230 2676 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Fendi, Ferragamo, Gucci, Lancetti, Valentino. Specializes in Italian and European designer and one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. }} * {{buy | name=Cose Del 900 - Italian Glass Connection | url=http://www.ItalianGlassConnection.com/ | email=Shopkeeper@ItalianGlassConnection.com | address=Borgo San Jacopo 45R | lat= | long= | directions=Just two minutes from Ponte Vecchio. | phone=+39 055 283 491 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 10:30-19:30 | price= | content=Since 1981 specializing in sized-to-order, affordable beaded jewelry featuring handmade Murano glass beads. }} *{{buy | name=Ortigia SRL | url=http://ortigia-srl.com/ | email= | address=Borgo San Jacopo 12R | lat= | long= | directions=next to the Ponte Vecchio | phone=+39 055 282129 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Luxurious soaps, scents, creams, candles and lotions inspired by the aesthetics, colours, and scents of Sicily. }} * {{buy | name=Albrici | alt= | url=http://www.albrici.com | email=info@albrici.com | address=Via dei Serragli 20R | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055211095 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M 15:00-19:00, Tu-Sa 09:00-13:00, 15:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-11-19 | content=Long-established antiques and home decor store located among the traditional artisans' workshops of Oltrarno. Within it, '''Recollection''' sells vintage clothing and accessories. }} '''Beware: '''If the police catch you while buying a knock-off version of something with a brand from an (illegal) street vendor, you can be fined up to €10,000. You'll see plenty of people on the street selling imitation Gucci sunglasses, Rolex watches, and Prada purses dirt cheap. It's okay if the item doesn't have a real brand on it, but buying a knock-off is illegal. ==Eat== [[File:Santa Maria Novella.jpg|thumb|Santa Maria Novella, a wonderful church right near the train station]] Restaurants have separate prices for food that is taken away or is eaten standing up versus sit down; don't try to sit at a table after paying for food or coffee from the restaurant's take away booth. Also ask always beforehand for the price if you want to sit at a table. Otherwise you might be uncomfortably surprised. Cappuccino ''al banco'' i.e. standing up might cost €1-3, but at a table €4. Florence's food can be as much of a treat to the palate as the art is a treat to the eye. There is good food for any price range, from fine restaurants to take out food from window stands. You will find the best price/quality ratio outside the historical centre, where locals go to eat. The worst ratio is probably in the neighbourhood of Mercato di San Lorenzo or immediately south of the Duomo where there are a lot of tourist restaurants. Conversely many of the best restaurants in the city are found in the Santa Croce district or across the river in the Oltrarno. In many trattorias requests for pizza may be met with a rebuff as not every trattoria will have a pizza oven. For local pizza look for smaller establishments in the Sant'Ambrogio district. The best lunch places don't always turn out to be the best dinner places. Dinner in Florence really starts some time between 19:00 and 21:00. If a place looks like they're preparing to close before 20:00, it might not be the best option for an evening meal. Typical Tuscan courses include ''bistecca alla fiorentina'' which is huge t-bone steak weighing from 500g to 1,500g. It has always price given per 100g, e.g. ''€3.5 etto'' (''an etto'' is a "hectogram" or 100 gram-''ettogrammo''). ''crostini toscani'' are crostini with Tuscan liver pâté. There is also a uniquely Florentine fast food with a 1,000-year history - ''lampredotto'', a kind of tripe (cow stomach, or calf for preference, but a different part than the more familiar white "honeycomb" kind, dark brown in color; the name comes from its wrinkled appearance, which apparently reminds locals of a lamprey fish). The ''trippaio'' set their carts in the public squares in the centre, dishing out the delicacy straight from the cauldron in which it is being boiled with herbs and tomatoes, chopping it and slapping the portions between halves of a Tuscan roll; the top is dipped in the broth. A mild green parsley- or basil-based sauce or a hot red one goes with it. There are many ''gelato'' (Italian ice cream) stands; some connoisseurs consider the better Florentine gelato the finest in the world. Often ''gelato'' is made in the bar where you buy it. Because of this there are many exotic flavors of ice cream like watermelon, spumante or garlic. It's hard to find a gelato place open very late, so after dinner might not be an option. Near the Duomo, though, there are a few places open after 22:00. Tuscany is also the wellspring of ''cantuccini'', also called ''biscotti di [[Prato]]''. (In Italian, the singular of biscotti is ''un biscotto''.) It's traditional to enjoy them after a meal by dipping them in ''vin santo'' ("holy wine"), a concentrated wine made from late-harvested grapes, but you can also buy bags of them in stores throughout the city and eat them however you like. ===Budget=== There are numerous ''caffè'' and ''pasticcerie'' where you can find excellent sandwiches. Schiacciata sandwiches are one of the most famous Florentine specialities, and can be the most affordable meals available with a typical cost of €4-7. The most famous Sandwich shop L'Antico Vinaio near the Palazzo Vecchio has become extremely popular due to social media interest and one can queue for up to 45 minutes to buy one there. There are many equally good (if not better) and cheaper Schiacciata options available nearby. Pizza sold by weight is an equally excellent solution for budget dining (vegetarian and vegan options are almost always available), as is any ''caffè'' displaying a "''Primi''" card in its window where you'll find pastas and other dishes at low reasonable prices. The delis (''rosticcerie'') are very affordable (and the food is often quite good), and some also have dining tables if you don't want to take away. You can buy the makings for a picnic or snack at the Mercato Centrale. This large market has everything you might need, often at lower prices than supermarkets. The stalls will also sometimes vacuum seal whatever you buy so you can take it home with you. A general rule: the closer you are to the historic old town, the higher the price. ====Old Town==== * {{eat | name=I fratellini | alt= | url=http://www.iduefratellini.it/ | email= | address=Via dei Cimatori, 38R | lat=43.7705965 | long=11.2554808 | directions= | phone=+39 055 239 6096 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 10:00-20:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Good street food: panini for €5 (Mar 2024) and wine for €2+ (Oct 2018) from a tiny hole in the wall. Patrons eat on the sidewalk while resting their glass of wine on small shelves nested along the street wall. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Mario | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Rosina 2/R | lat=43.7765 | long=11.2545 | directions=near Piazza Mercato Centrale | phone=+39 055 218550 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-15:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Lunch only, no booking, you'll be seated with other walk-ins. Good food, try to save room for a meat main course. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Le Mossacce | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Del Proconsolo, 55R | lat=43.7716550 | long=11.2578941 | directions=Corner of Via del Corso | phone=+39 055 294361 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 12:00-14:30, 19:00-21:30 | price=Primi: €3-6, Secondi €6-25 (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Reliable local eatery. Local produce and meats are prepared simply using traditional recipes and time-honoured tradition. Some pastas are made fresh daily, so ask for the daily special. If you want to experience Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine-style steak), they do it amazingly without breaking your wallet. They sell and cut the steak from a larger rib slab in increments of 100g (with a minimum of 500g per serving). }} * {{eat | name=Self-Service Ristorante Leonardo| alt= | url= | email= | address=Via de' Pecori 11 | lat=43.7726433 | long=11.2530849 | directions=Corner of Via de' Vecchietti | phone=+39 055 284446 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 11:45-14:45, Su-F 18:45-21:45 f | price=Primi €3.5-4. Secondi €4.5-5.5. About €10 per person for a full-course dinner (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Although there is a menu at the entrance, it is better to go straight in and pick what you like. You can also order Bistecca alla Fiorentina. }} * {{eat | name=Tiona Asian Restaurant| alt= | url= | email= | address=Via della Scala 24R | lat=43.7739581 | long=11.2479022 | directions=near Piazza SMN | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Su 12:00-23:00 | price=mains €8 (Nov 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Not that you'd admit to wanting a break from Italian food, but this small friendly Sri Lankan restaurant makes a refreshing change. Ayubowan! }} * {{eat | name=Pescheria Sugarello | alt= | url=http://www.sugarello.it | email=pescheriasugarello@gmail.com | address= | lat=43.77679 | long=11.25328 | directions=ground floor of Mercato Centrale | phone=+39 347 487 0990 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 08:30–14:30 | price=€10 (April 2022) | content=Seafood. Excellent fried calamari and grilled fish fillet with vegetables. You can find also fresh oysters. Be there early, as it gets packed very easily. }} ====Around the bridge Ponte Vecchio==== * {{eat | name=Amici di Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Amici-di-Ponte-Vecchio-201921333158731/?ref=hl | email=stefano.masini@live.it | address=Via dei bardi 39 | lat=43.767142 | long=11.253483 | directions=Pontevecchio | phone=+39 055 205 3172 | tollfree= | hours=11.30 - 16.30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Pizza, schiacciata, homemade sandwiches, wine by the glass, takeaway. }} ====North of the Old Town==== * {{eat | name=Il Vegetariano | alt= | url=http://il-vegetariano.com/ | email= | address=Via delle Ruote, 30 r | lat=43.7807243 | long=11.2573600 | directions= | phone=+39 055 475030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-F 12:30-14:30, 19:30--22:30, Sa Su 19:30-22:30, M 12:30-14:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Budget restaurant with more formal front room, the eclectic middle room, or the peaceful outdoor garden in the back. Daily changing menu with vegan and gluten-free items clearly marked, desserts, salads, soups, hearty brown bread, and a good selection of coffee, tea, wine, beer, and liqueur. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Basílica de la Santa Cruz, fachada, Florencia, Italia, 2019 05.jpg|thumb|upright 1.4|Façade of the Basilica of Santa Croce]] *{{eat | name=Trattoria Zà Zà | alt= | url= | email= | address=Piazza del Mercato Centrale 26R | lat=43.77645 | long=11.2545 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 11:00-23:00 | price=€10-12 for a dish (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=A very nicely decorated restaurant with many vegetarian choices. You can choose to sit inside or outside in the piazza. The menu is huge, lots of choices, and the prices are fair. Service is outstanding, they really cater to your needs. Make sure to try the chianti house wine. Note that they have two seating areas on the piazza: between are two other restaurants, Cantastorie and Garibaldi. }} * {{eat | name=al Tranvai | alt= | url=http://www.altranvai.it/ | email= | address=Piazza T.Tasso, 14 r | lat=43.767018 | long=11.241466 | directions=400 m south of Ponte Vespucchio | phone=+39 055 225197 | tollfree= | hours=M 19:10-22:45 Tu-Sa 12:15-15:00, 19:10-22:45 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Tourists seldom venture this far south. Traditional Tuscan food at decent prices. 1st courses at €7, mains at €10 to €16 and vino at €4 / 0.5L (Oct 2018). The rabbit, asparagus souffle and fiori fritti are excellent and the service very welcoming and warm. }} * {{eat | name="Il Latini" Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via dei Palchetti, 6r | lat=43.7716262 | long=11.2492989 | directions= | phone=+39 055 210916 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Sa Sun12:30-14:30, 19:30-22:30, Tu-F 19:30-22:30 | price=Menu from €40 pp (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fun place, communal seating and lively staff. The steaks are good. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Palle D'Oro dal 1860 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via S. Antonino, 43/45R | lat=43.7759217 | long=11.2527583 | directions=200 m east of SMN train station | phone=+39 055 88383 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-14:30, 18:45-21.30 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Long-standing family-run Tuscan restaurant. This is where the locals come, not least for the low prices. Fixed price 2-course lunch or €13, dinner €14 (Oct 2018) }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Cammillo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Borgo San Jacopo 57/R | lat=43.7681187 | long=11.2499635 | directions=50 m south of Ponte Santa Trinita | phone=+39 055 212427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Th-Tu 12:00-14:30, 19:30-22:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fairly good Tuscan cuisine, with a number of options for vegetarians and vegans. Make reservations or be there as they open. }} ===Splurge=== * {{eat | name=Enoteca Pinchiorri | alt= | url=https://www.enotecapinchiorri.it/ | email= | address=Via Ghibellina, 87 | lat=43.77 | long=11.262222 | directions=100 m north of Santa Croce | phone=+39 055 242777 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 19:30-22:00 | price=Starters from €80, mains €100 pp (March 2020) | wikipedia=Enoteca Pinchiorri | wikidata=Q1405579 | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Michelin-starred restaurant with exquisite meals at splurge prices. }} * {{eat | name=B-Roof | alt= | url=https://www.hotelbaglioni.it/en/bars-restaurants/b-roof | email= | address=Piazza Unità Italiana, 6 | lat= | long= | directions=within Grand Hotel Baglioni | phone=+39 055 235 80 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 235 888 95 | hours=Daily 12:30-14:00, 19:30-22:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fine dining with wonderful night panorama of the city. }} * {{eat | name=Il Cibreo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Dei Macci, 118/R | lat= | long= | directions=corner of V Andrea del Verrocchio | phone=+39 055 234 11 00 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 244 966 | hours=Daily 12:50-14:30, 18:50-23:15 | price=€50-100 each (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Great choice of Tuscan food, with highly selected ingredients. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria da Tito | alt= | url=http://www.trattoriadatito.it/?lang=en | email= | address=Via S.Gallo 112/r. | lat= | long= | directions=100 m south of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 472 475 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:30-15:30, 19:00-23:00 | price=€50-100 each (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Although a bit of a walk from the main attractions, this restaurant speaks for itself with mandatory reservations. Great Italian food and atmosphere. Dinner often includes impromptu free drinks and lively table staff. }} ===Dessert=== * {{eat | name=Gelateria dei Neri | url= | email= | address=Via dei Neri 20r | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Ice cream in many flavors, some experimental, all excellent. }} * {{eat | name=Festival Del Gelato | url= | email= | address=Via Del Corso 75 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=50 flavors and has an upbeat atmosphere }} * '''Perché No''' Via dei Tavolini 19. Freshly made daily from quality ingredients. The pear will be made with real pears and will taste of pears. Typically fruit flavors will be made with seasonally available fruits. Chocolate flavor will taste of cocoa rather than chocolate milk-powder. If you are a chocolate fan, this is the place to go. Specialties are "sorbetto" (ice cream made with water rather than milk, both with fruit and standard flavors, and "mousse" ice creams. Ask for the "special" taste of the day. * {{eat | name=Vivoli | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 292 334 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Via Isole delle Stinche, 7/R. Close to Piazza Santa Croce. Vivoli has a good gelato fruit selection, so definitely try the fragola, or strawberry. Make sure that you ask for the cream on top as well, because it adds another element to an already great dessert. }} ==Drink== [[File:Saint Benedict Spinello Aretino 010.jpg|thumb|325px|Stories from the Legend of St Benedict, frescoes by Spinello Aretino in San Miniato al Monte]] Tap water is safe but those who prefer bottled water will find it plentiful. Still (naturale) and sparkling (gassata) water is available for free from a fountain set into the wall of the Palazzo Vecchio. Make sure to sample the excellent wines of the region. Chianti is the local wine that can be ordered cheaply. Many eateries will offer carafes of various sizes of "house chianti", usually for under €4. === Bars === * {{drink | name=La Cite | alt= | url=http://www.lacitelibreria.info/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A very nice and cozy cafe/bookstore. Good prices, nice atmosphere, good books. Borgo San Frediano 20r. }} * {{drink | name=Enoteca Le volpi e l'Uva | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2398132 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The must of the tasting wines and savory titbits. Piazza dei Rossi, 1. }} * '''Uffizi Museum''' The bar at this museum offers an amazing view overlooking ''la Piazza della Signoria'', but it's only accessible through the museum, so you'll have to buy a ticket. * '''Irish Pub''' (The Fiddlers Elbow) Piazza Santa Maria Novella. This pub has plenty of seating, in addition to live music and great staff. *'''Bebop'''-great coverbands everynight and a €4 pint. Can be found north of the Duomo on the right on Via Dei Servi, before you reach Piazza d Annunziata. * '''Ambrosia''' - Found in Piazza de Ambrosia. This is primarily a wine bar, and you can sample some great wines at a low cost provided you come with friends and share the price of whole bottles. * '''Rivoire''' Piazza della Signoria. Founded in 1872 this terrace facing the ''Palazzo Vecchio'' is a Florentine institution. * '''Paszkowski''' or '''Gilli'''. On the ''Piazza Republica'', next to the hotel Savoy. The terraces on the other side of the ''piazza'' are equally pricey. * {{drink | name=Été | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Faenza 63 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 draft beer | content=A lovely little café with warm service and good local beer and wine. }} === Clubs === *{{drink | name=Cavalli Club | url= | email= | address=Piazza del Carmine, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Drinks run about €10 each | content=Roberto Cavalli, Italian fashion designer, has one his beautiful clubs in Florence. The inside has a stage with a projector of Roberto Cavalli's fashion shows running non-stop. The upstairs can be a private lounge for parties or VIP section on certain nights. This club was the most popular on Wednesday nights, but it’s open on the weekends as well. It’s black and leopard interior fits the natural and animalistic designs Roberto Cavalli creates. Roberto and his two sons are frequently at the club so look out! All ages are appropriate and the dress attire here is rather upscale. This is not just a seasonal club so all year visitors are encouraged to go. }} *{{drink | name=Bamboo Lounge Club | url=http://www.bambooloungeclub.com/ | email=info@bambooloungeclub.com | address=Via Giuseppe Verdi, 57/R | lat=43.77094779999999 | long=11.262094899999965 | directions= | phone=+39 3394298764 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=23:00-04:00 | price=Women free entrance until 01:00; men €10 | content=Bamboo Lounge Club is a great place for young adults and students to party. The music is great from European to American techno and many other worldwide DJs. Bamboo Lounge Club offers VIP tables and has two midsized bars. It is very clean and safe to be in. It is located on Via Giuseppe Verdi not far from the Duomo. Dress is a little more than casual, but not too upscale. The loud music, dancing, and exciting atmosphere gives people a chance to let loose and have fun. The club features mostly house, techno and hip hop music. }} *{{drink | name=Tenax | alt= | url=http://www.tenax.org/ | email= | address=Via Pratese, 46 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=If you love house and electronic music this is the best club to go to. It’s a two-story club, located on the outskirts of Florence, features DJ’s from all around Europe, America, and Australia. This club also holds many concerts during the winter and summer. Many people come from all over to enjoy this club's atmosphere. The dance floor is extremely large and is always very crowded. Be smart where you keep your bag and wallet because it’s very easy to get pick pocketed in large clubs like this. This club usually has a cover of €20 and the drinks are rather expensive, but it is a great place to experience at least once. It is very different than most of the clubs in Florence because of the multi-story building. To venture here would be best by taxi or bus. Since it is located in the outskirts of Florence walking could be difficult and not advised. There are many people who can help in directions in the Santa Maria Novella Station. }} ==Sleep== As elsewhere the price of hotels in Florence has been climbing quickly in the last few years. The golden rule here is if you want something cheap you'll have to stay outside of the historic center. The area around the train station is cheaper, but not as safe, especially for women travelers at night. If you are looking at big chain hotels you should be aware that they are usually quite a distance from the centre, the Novotel for instance is almost at the airport. Certain hotels, particularly those oriented toward business travellers offer special reduced rates during the weekend (e.g. Starhotel Michelangelo) or during slow weeks like Baglioni. Sometimes you can also get a substantial discount by reserving online. In the train station there is a tourist information office which also offers hotel reservations; you can often get good deals through them at the very last minute, but it's not guaranteed. Keyboxes on building exteriors for vacation rental apartments are banned in the UNESCO centre. Confirm check-in arrangements, as self-check-in may be restricted. ===Budget=== There are quite a number of one or two star ''alberghi'' within a short distance of the station. Young women can find accommodation with certain convents at very low prices, and usually in historic locations. On the other hand, you'll have to forget about any late-night Tuscan craziness. ====Camping==== There are campsites round the edge of town: to SW is Ostello Tasso Ente, north is Elite Firenze Gestioie SRL, NE is Camping Albergue, east is Me & Mom in Tuscany, and 3 others further east in Rovezzano. Camping Michelangelo south of town has closed. ====Hostel==== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=Hostel Florence Experience | alt= | url=http://www.hostelflorence.net/ | email=florenceexperiencehostel@gmail.com | address=Via Maggio, 9 | lat=43.76731 | long=11.24931 | directions=Close to Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti | phone=+39 055 293215 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 293215 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €18 (dorm) and €22 (private double room/per person) | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A hostel in a historic Florentine noble palace built in the 14th century and modified in the 17th century. Rooms are occasionally clean. }} * {{sleep | name=Hostel Archi Rossi | alt= | url=http://www.hostelarchirossi.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza, 94r | lat= | long= | directions=Close to SMN train station | phone=+39 055 290804 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2302601 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €18 (dorm) and €26 (private room/per person) | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Never mind the renaissance-kitsch walls. Rooms are clean and rates include breakfast, dinner (except Saturdays) and internet access. }} * {{sleep | name=Hostel 7 Santi | alt= | url=http://www.7santi.com/ | email=info@7santi.com | address=Viale Dei Mille, 11 | lat= | long= | directions=Campo di Marte, 10 min from the center by bus | phone=+39 055 5048452 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 5057085 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorms from €20 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A converted 19th-century convent. Rooms are clean and quiet. Has dorm bunks and private rooms. }} ==== Bed and breakfast==== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=B&B Duomo View | alt= | url=http://www.duomoviewbb.it/ | email= | address=Piazza San Giovanni, 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 288290 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 288290 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Large choice of double bedrooms. Services are in common and some of the guestrooms boast a fantastic view of the Duomo. Internet connection and breakfast also available. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Giglio Bianco | alt= | url=http://www.gigliobianco.it/ | email= | address=Via Romana 28 | lat= | long= | directions=close to Pitti Palace | phone=+39 055 225873 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 7349599 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This B&B has just the one room, the Camera Verde. They feature gourmet meals and cooking classes directed by Chef Vary. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B di Piazza del Duomo | alt= | url=http://www.duomorooms.com/ | email=dipiazzaduomo@yahoo.it | address=Via dell'Oriuolo 49 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 285018 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 285018 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A small B&B, rooms with private bathroom and shower, A/C, LCD TV, free Wi-Fi. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Tourist House Battistero | alt= | url=http://www.touristhousebattistero.it/ | email=info@touristhousebattistero.it | address=Via dei Cerretani, 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 333 8379256 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A lovely B&B in the centre, with the Duomo just 30 m away. }} * {{sleep | name=Florence Stadium B&B | alt= | url=http://www.florencestadium.it/ | email=info@florencestadium.it | address=Via Campo d'Arrigo, 15/A | lat= | long= | directions=across footbridge from Campo di Marte Station | phone=+39 055 212617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €75 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star with clean, spacious rooms near the Stadium and Mandela Forum. }} * {{sleep | name=Giulia Residence | alt= | url=http://www.residenzagiulia.com/ | email=info@residenzagiulia.com | address=Via Porte Nuove 19 | lat= | long= | directions=NW of rwy station | phone=+39 055 3216646 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Decent 3-star, access through clanky iron gate in apartment block. }} * {{sleep | name=Opera Boutique B&B | alt= | url=https://www.operabeb.it/en/ | email= | address=Via Lorenzo il Magnifico, 62 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 388 0585005 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €75 breakfast included | lastedit=2021-01-03 | content=Historic building of the late nineteenth century. }} ====Hotels==== * {{sleep | name=Arizona Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.arizonahotel.it/ | email=info@arizonahotel.it | address=Via Luigi Carlo Farini 2 | lat=43.772651 | long=11.265353 | directions= | phone=+39 055 245321 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2346130 | checkin=12:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This 3-star hotel is in a renovated villa from the 18th century. }} * {{sleep | name=Convitto della Calza | alt= | url=http://www.calza.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Della Calza 6 | lat= | long= | directions=at Porta Romana 1 km south of centre | phone=+39 055 222 287 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3 star in converted 16th-century cloister, with frescoed rooms and a modern conference centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Desirèe | alt= | url=http://www.desireehotel.com/ | email=info@desireehotel.com | address=Via Fiume, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2382382 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 291439 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Friendly 3-star with 18 rooms, next to railway station. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Byron | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbyronflorence.com/ | email= | address=Via della Scala, 49 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 280852 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 213273 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Three-star hotel with parking. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Casci | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcasci.com/ | email= | address=Via Cavour 13 | lat= | long= | directions=500 m from SMN train station | phone=+39 055 211 686 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This small 2-star is in a 15th-century palace and has some original fresco ceilings. Composer Gioacchino Rossini lived here in the 19th century. }} *{{sleep | name=Hotel Dali | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldali.com/en/home-page.html | email= | address=Via dell'Oriuolo 17 | lat=43.772061 | long=11.260683 | directions= | phone=+39 055 2340706 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=One star, consistently clean & cosy, good location, owners Marco and Samanta helpful and fluent in English. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Fiorita | alt= | url=http://www.hotelfiorita.com | email= | address=Via Fiume, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 283189, +39 055 283693 | tollfree=800 280722 | fax=+39 055 2728153 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Next to railway station, on 3rd floor of building that has two other hotels. Rooms have a/c, TV and a safety deposit box. Some rooms also have modem sockets. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Masaccio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmasaccio.eu/ | email=hotelmasaccio@yahoo.it | address=Via Masaccio, 228 | lat= | long= | directions=300 m east of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 578153 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 578153 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €40 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Cozy one-star in a 20th-century villa, with restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Giglio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelgiglio.fi.it/ | email=info@hotelgiglio.fi.it | address=Via Cavour, 85 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2381752 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 461163 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Simple 3-star on edge of centro storico. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia | alt= | url=http://www.kursonia.com/ | email= | address=Via Nazionale, 24 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496 547 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 462 6615 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A small 2-star, basic but clean. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Lorena | alt= | url=http://www.hotellorena.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 282785 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 288300 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two-star hotel in the historic centre, simple but comfy. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Montreal | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmontreal.com/ | email=info@montreal.com | address=Via della Scala, 43 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2382331 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 287491 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double room €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two star, central but basic and dated. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Palazzuolo | alt= | url=http://www.hotelpalazzuolo.com/ | email=info@palazzuolo.com | address=Via Palazzuolo, 71 | lat= | long= | directions=very close to the main train station. | phone=+39 055 214611 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212101 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Basic 2-star, many stairs & no lift, but central. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Romagna | alt= | url=http://www.hotelromagna.it | email= | address=Via Panzani, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 211005 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2396105 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two-star hotel near SMN train station. 22 bedrooms en suite, internet connection and satellite TV. Cosy (ie small rooms, basic), no lift to upper floors. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Delle Tele | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldelletele.net/ | email= | address=Via Panzani, 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 238 2419 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 290 797 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 3-star near SMN Duomo. }} ===Mid-range=== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=Albergo Firenze | alt= | url=http://www.hotelfirenze-fi.it | email=info@albergofirenze.net | address=Piazza Donati, 4 | lat= | long= | directions=Just off Via del Corso | phone=+39 055 268301 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212370 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double room from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=2-star hotel, central but basic. }} * {{sleep | name=Il Bargello B&B | alt= | url=http://www.firenze-bedandbreakfast.it/ | email=info@firenze-bedandbreakfast.it | address=Via dei Pandolfini 33 | lat= | long= | directions=In the historical centre | phone=+39 055 215330 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double rooms with private bath €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Clean friendly 3-star. }} * {{sleep | name=FH Calzaiuoli Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.calzaiuoli.it/ | email=info@calzaiuoli.it | address=via Calzaiuoli 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 212 456 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268310 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €150 | content=Central 4-star going on 3. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Caravaggio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcaravaggio.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Indipendenza | lat= | long= | directions=800 m east of main train station | phone=+39 055 496 310 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 480852 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Good 3-star, consistently clean, well-run & helpful. }} * {{sleep | name=Galileo Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.galileohotel.it/en/index.htm | email= | address=Via Nazionale, 22/a | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496645 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 496447 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single rooms from €80, doubles €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3 star in an elegant 19th-century building, but a/c and wifi erratic. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Basilea Florence | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbasileafirenze.it/ | email= | address=Via Guelfa 41 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 214587 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268350 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €85 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This 3-star hotel offers 38 bedrooms, single, double, twin, triple and 2 large suites, all with private bath, television and internet connection. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Boston | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbostonfirenze.it/ | email= | address=Via Guelfa, 68 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496747 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 470934 | price=B&B doubles from €80 | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel with 16 bedrooms, not all en-suite. Clean but small and basic. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Crocini | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcrocini.com/ | email= | address=Corso Italia 28 | lat= | long= | directions=In the centre | phone=+39 055 212905 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 210171 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 2-star, not all rooms en suite. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel La Gioconda | alt= | url=http://www.hotellagioconda.it/ | email= | address=Via Panzani 2 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 211023 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 213136 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €85 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco | alt= | url=http://www.ilguelfobianco.it/ | email= | address=Via Cavour 29 | lat= | long= | directions=In the heart of the city | phone=+39 055 288330 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 295203 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star in a 15th-century building. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Malaspina | alt= | url=http://www.malaspinahotel.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Indipendenza, 24 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 489869 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 474809 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star in charming a late 19th-century residence, enriched with modern comforts. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Marignolle | alt= | url=http://www.marignolle.com/english/ | email= | address=Via di San Quirichino a Marignolle 16 | lat= | long= | directions=8 km southwest from centre | phone=+39 055 2286910 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2047396 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star in hills outside town, in bosky Tuscan scenery. Outdoor pool May to October. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mario's | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmarios.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza 89 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 216801 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212039 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 3-star. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mia Cara | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmiacaraspa.it/ | email= | address=Via Faenza, 90 (red) | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 216053 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2302727 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Small 3-star a short walk from Santa Maria Novella. Friendly English-speaking staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Morandi alla Crocetta | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmorandi.it/en-index.php | email=welcome@hotelmorandi.it | address=Via Laura, 50 | lat=43.77620 | long=11.26297 | directions=500 m northeast of Duomo | phone=+39 055-2344748 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Comfy 3-star in a Dominican 16th-century convent. On-site garage parking is available. }} * {{sleep | name=Privilege Hotel | alt= | url=http://hotelprivilege.hotelinfirenze.com/ | email=info@hotelprivilege.it | address=Lungarno della Zecca Vecchia, 26 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055-2478220 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel on the bank of the Arno, with single, double, triple and "Family" rooms. Breakfast buffet, hotel bar and garage available. }} * {{sleep | name=Relais Villa Antea | alt= | url=http://www.villaantea.com/ | email=info@villaantea.com | address=Via Puccinotti 46 | lat= | long= | directions=200 m northwest of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 484106 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 484539 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=Doubles from €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Historical residence in an old palazzo with friendly staff. Rooms are spacious. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Rivoli | alt= | url=http://www.hotelrivoli.it/ | email=info@hotelrivoli.it | address=Via della Scala 33 | lat=43.774570 | long=11.246980 | directions=near Basilica SMN | phone=+39 055 27861 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 294041 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star in a former 14th-century Franciscan convent. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel De Rose Palace | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotelderose.com/ | email= | address=Via Solferino, 5 | lat= | long= | directions=near SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 068 1097 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in a traditional Florentine mansion. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Savonarola | alt= | url=http://www.savonarolahotel.it/ | email= | address=Viale Giacomo Matteotti, 27 | lat= | long= | directions=north edge of Centro Storico, on Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 587824 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 587824 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star with one single and 15 twin, double, triple and quadruple rooms. All with private bath, Wi-Fi connection, telephone and breakfast included. }} * {{sleep | name=Novotel Firenze Nord Aeroporto | alt= | url= | email=H1798-RE@accor.com | address=Via Tevere 23, Osmannoro | lat= | long= | directions=2 km northwest of airport | phone=+39 055 53821 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star handy for airport. Well out of city but they have free shuttle to the city center. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa il Mosaico | alt= | url=http://www.villailmosaico.it/ | email= | address=Via di Monticelli, 9-15 | lat= | long= | directions=south bank, 1 km west of centre; tram to Sansovino | phone=+39 055 7135481 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 71 30 898 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Elegant villa, ten self-catering apartments with kitchen, living room, bathroom, internet connection and TV. Private parking and 100 square metre terrace with solarium. }} * {{sleep | name=Residence Select Executive | alt= | url=http://select-executive.florence-hotels-it.com/en/#main | email= | address=Via G. Galliano 13/a | lat= | long= | directions=500 m northwest of SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 330342 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 351506 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel; 12 rooms, some with kitchenette. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Unicorno | alt= | url=http://www.hotelunicorno.it | email= | address=via dei Fossi, 27 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 287313 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268332 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double rooms from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Small 3-star hotel in a 17th-century building. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Grand Hotel Adriatico | alt= | url=http://www.hoteladriatico.it/ | email=info@hoteladriatico.it | address=Via Maso Finiguerra 9 | lat=43.774020 | long=11.245220 | directions=200 m west of SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 27931 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 289661 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-12-19 | content=Modern 4-star hotel in the historical centre, very close to the train station. Rooms and suites are suitable for couples, families, single travellers and group of friends. The hotel features a Tuscan restaurant, a private car park, complimentary breakfast served on a terrace on the ground floor and free minibar for direct bookings. }} * {{sleep | name=Grand Hotel Cavour | alt= | url=http://www.albergocavour.it/ | email= | address=Via del Proconsolo, 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 266271 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 218955 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€150-300 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Friendly, efficient hotel in a 13th-century palazzo. Former residence of the Strozzi-Ridolfi dynasty. }} * {{sleep | name=J and J Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.jandjhotel.net/ | email= | address=Via di Mezzo, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 26312 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 240282 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B single €195, double €225 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in former convent. Has double, twin, junior suite, suite, and double rooms for single use, all en-suite services. }} * {{sleep | name=Kraft Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.krafthotel.it/ | email=info@krafthotel.it | address=Via Solferino, 2 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 284273 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2398267 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel near the centre with swimming-pool, restaurant and 5th-floor terrace with bar. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Laurus al Duomo | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotellaurusalduomo.com/ | email=reservations@florencehotellaurusalduomo.com | address=Via dei Cerretani 54/r. | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2381752 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268308 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Suite rooms with view from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A historic 4-star hotel, close to the Cathedral and Firenze SMN railway station. }} * {{sleep | name=Milu Hotel | alt=formerly La Residenza | url=http://www.hotelmilu.com | email= | address=Via Tornabuoni, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 217103 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 4-star with roof garden with a charming view. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mirage | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmirage.it/ | email= | address=Via Francesco Baracca, 231 (interno 18) | lat= | long= | directions=500 m from Florence airport, 5 km northwest of centre | phone=+39 055 352011 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 374096 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from €110, doubles from €140, triples from €160, apartments from €300 per week | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Comfortable straightforward 4-star hotel with restaurant. Regard this as an airport hotel and you won't be disappointed. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Monna Lisa Florence | alt= | url=http://www.monnalisa.it/ | email=info@monnalisa.it | address=Borgo Pinti, 27 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2479751 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€200-550 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Four-star hotel, and yes it's Monna, that's not a typo. In a restored 14th-century Florentine noble palace. Gym facilities, sun terrace and meeting rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Ponte Vecchio Suites & Spa | alt= | url=https://www.pontevecchiosuites.com/ | email=info@pontevecchiosuites.com | address=Via De' Belfredelli, n° 9 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 217379 | tollfree= |fax=| checkin= | checkout= |hours=| price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2019-05-30 | content=4-star hotel with modern rooms and suites. The hotel offers a private spa for two with a hot tub. Continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi. }} * {{sleep | name=NH Porta Rossa | alt= | url=http://www.nh-hotels.com/nh/en/hotels/italy/florence/nh-porta-rossa.html | email= | address=Via Porta Rossa,19 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2710911 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Gorgeous hotel built in the 12th century. }} * {{sleep | name=L'Orologia | alt=L'O | url=https://www.hotelorologioflorence.com/ita/hotel-firenze/hotel-firenze | email= | address=Piazza di Santa Maria Novella | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 27 73 80 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Swanky boutique 4-star hotel with rooms themed on watches. Nice view of Piazza & Basilica from breakfast room. }} * {{sleep | name=Orto de' Medici | alt= | url=http://www.ortodeimedici.it/ | email=hotel@ortodeimedici.it | address=Via San Gallo 30 | lat=43.778786 | long=11.257540 | directions=Centro storico | phone=+39 055-483427 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055-461276 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in a 19th-century building with gardens. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Magnani Feroni | alt= | url=http://www.palazzomagnaniferoni.com | email= | address=Borgo San Frediano, 5 | lat= | long= | directions=just south of Ponte Carraia | phone=+39 055 23 99 544 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 26 08 908 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €300 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=It's in a 16th-century building that belonged to Marquis Feroni. It has twelve comfortable suites with classic furniture and original frescoes. }} * {{sleep | name=Residence La Repubblica Florence | alt= | url=http://www.residencelarepubblica.com/ | email= | address=Piazza della Repubblica, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 214496 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 214496 | checkin= | checkout= | price=One-person apartment: €160; three/two bedroom apartment: €170 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=21 self-catering apartments for a maximum of six people, all with kitchenette, private bath, internet connection, satellite TV and cooking facilities. Short stays (eg single night) welcome. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotelpittipalacealpontevecchio.com/ | email=reservations@florencehotelpittipalacealpontevecchio.com | address=Via Borgo San Jacopo, 3 | lat= | long= | directions=south end of Ponte Vecchio | phone=+39 055 2398711 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2398867 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star overlooking the bridge; you're paying for the location. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa Poggio ai Merli | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via di Giogoli 5, Scandicci | lat= | long= | directions=6 km southwest of centre | phone=+39 055 250257 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 250718 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A historic residence on edge of city, in large park. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa la Vedetta | alt= | url= | email= | address=Viale Michelangiolo 78 | lat= | long= | directions=on hill just south of Ponte Niccolo | phone=+39 055 681631 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 6582544 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=5-star luxury hotel with panorama of Florence's skyline. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel degli Orafi | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldegliorafi.it/english | email=info@hoteldegliorafi.it | address=Lungarno Archibusieri, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Boutique 4-star in Florence city centre, overlooking river near Ponte Vecchio. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Vecchietti | alt= | url=https://www.palazzovecchietti.com | email=info@palazzovecchietti.com | address=Via degli Strozzi, 4 | lat=43.771617 | long=11.252964 | directions= | phone=+39 055 2302802 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Palazzo Vecchietti | image=Via de' Vecchietti 2 angolo via degli Strozzi 4, palazzo vecchietti, 01,0.jpg | wikidata=Q3891043 | lastedit=2018-11-21 | content=Historic residence a few steps from Piazza della Repubblica, in the centre of Florence. Few suites, elegant and modern. The hotel also offers two apartments in the central area. Gluten-free products and breakfast included in the room rate. }} * {{sleep | name=DoubleTree by Hilton Florence Metropole | alt= | url=https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/flrhfdi-doubletree-florence-metropole/ | email=florencemetropole_info@hilton.com | address=Via del Cavallaccio, 36 | lat=43.773388 | long=11.189746 | directions= | phone=+39-055-78711 | tollfree= | fax=+39-055-78718020 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=from €80 for a King Guest Room to €150 for a suite | lastedit=2026-04-16 | content=A 4-star hotel with views of the city. A spa, fitness centre, room service and business centre are available on site. }} * {{sleep | name=Ad Astra Florence | alt= | url=https://www.adastraflorence.it/ | email=info@adastraflorence.com | address=Via del Campuccio 53 | lat= | long= | directions=in the Oltrarno district | phone=+39 055 0750 602 | tollfree= | checkin=14:00 | checkout=10:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-07-08 | content=A historic residence with 14 rooms enriched by frescoed ceilings and individually furnished with elegant vintage, classic and contemporary touches. The most prestigious rooms and the living room are surrounded by a terrace overlooking the Torrigiani Garden. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Firenze by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts | alt= | url=https://florence.baglionihotels.com/ | email= | address=Via Ghibellina, 87 | lat=43.76998 | long=11.26255 | directions= | phone=+39 55 234 - 2230 | tollfree=+39 55 0949960 | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | image=Via Ghibellina 87 Florenz.jpg | wikidata=Q111412510 | lastedit=2025-07-29 | content=5-star hotel in Florence’s historic Santa Croce district, set in an elegant 18th-century palazzo. Offers classic Florentine-style rooms with high ceilings, marble bathrooms, and parquet floors. Refined and quiet, with gourmet dining and easy access to major landmarks (meals not included). }} ==Connect== Florence has 5G from all Italian carriers, but as of Sept 2021 coverage remains patchy. ==Stay safe== Florence is generally safe and healthy, but beware the inevitable purse-snatchers and [[pickpockets]]. They thrive in crowds, particularly around SMN railway station and on the buses, sometimes working with a decoy such as an insistent beggar. If you have a bag with a classy, noiseless zipper, it will be opened. Also beware at night around tourist spots such as Ponte Vecchio where pickpocketers may approach you pretending to be drunk and friendly, and then snatch your belongings when your guard is down. ==Go next== {{mapframe|show=nearby}} * Florence is a great starting point and base for a tour of [[Tuscany]]. Attractive day trips include [[Pisa]], [[Lucca]], [[San Gimignano]], [[Arezzo]], [[Pistoia]], [[Fiesole]], [[Lucignano]], [[Siena]], and of course the wine zone of [[Chianti]]. [[Greve]] in Chianti is the market town of the Chianti zone and it is in the hills surrounding Greve that you can rent a B&B room or a small apartment on a working vineyard for less than a hotel in Florence. The SITA Pullman buses take you to Greve and [[Panzano]] in about an hour. From then on you see few cars and many cypress and olive trees. :The SITA bus station is just west of the train station in Florence. This is where to go to catch a bus to Siena, San Gimignano, and so on. If you're at the roundabout, facing the train station, go 90 degrees left and stay on the left until just past the fork. You will see the entrance to the SITA garage on your right. * {{listing | type=nearby | name=[[Fiesole]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q82670 | content=A town in the hills above Florence, only a short bus ride away from the centre. It offers a beautiful view of the sunset, and a small museum located on ancient Roman and Etruscan ruins of a temple, an amphitheatre and a pretty, small duomo. }} * {{listing | type=nearby | name=World War II Florence American Cemetery and Memorial | alt= | url=http://www.abmc.gov/cemeteries-memorials/europe/florence-american-cemetery | email= | address= | lat=43.69203 | long=11.20918 | directions=12&nbsp;km (7.5 miles) south of Florence on the west side of Via Cassia. The Rome-Milan highway passes near the cemetery. 20 min bus ride from the Sita Station, just ask agent (get a return ticket) | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Open daily except for 25 December and 1 January; 09:00-17:00 | price=Free to enter | content=The cemetery is the final resting place for 4,402 American military dead lost during the capture of [[Rome]] and the battle for the Apennines. A monument is inscribed with the names of 1,409 Americans whose remains were never found or identified. The atrium of the chapel contains marble maps of World War II Italy campaign. }} * '''Biking options''' outside of the city include the Chianti area, where you can fully enjoy the hills and the elegance of the landscape surrounding you, which has been taken care of endlessly through centuries. Strong scents can be enjoyed in Spring. The warm temperatures and usually stable weather in the good seasons can make the ride even more enjoyable. If you feel more energetic, ascents to Vallombrosa from Pontassieve through Tosi can be very enjoyable. You start from the Arno river plain and you end up in a thick, shady, fresh forest. In all cases, avoid the hottest hours in Summer and be aware of the traffic, which can be heavy and not cyclist-savvy, until you get in secondary or less populated roads. * [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Listed]] rural building complexes (Medici Villas and Gardens) are scattered around Florence: ** {{listing|type=nearby|name=Gardens of Pratolino|alt=Parco Mediceo di Pratolino|wikidata=Q56697550|content=A park containing 14-m-high colossus sculpture}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|43.7833|11.2500}} {{IsPartOf|Florence (province)}} rw3q1k5pl1qo2tbsoeq18pxmtxojdi3 5328731 5328725 2026-08-15T10:14:44Z Firenze Rafting 2437609 /* Do */ 5328731 wikitext text/x-wiki ²{{pagebanner|Florence banner.jpg|caption=|unesco_whs=yes}} {{otheruses}} '''Florence''' (Italian: ''Firenze'') is the capital of the region of [[Tuscany]] in [[Italy]], with a population of about 367,000 (2022). The city is a cultural, artistic and architectural gem, and is inscribed on the [[UNESCO World Heritage list]]. The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, Florence was the home to powerful families, creative geniuses and scientific masterminds who left their legacies in the city's many museums and art galleries. The city also has a very rich literary history, being the birthplace of the famous poet Dante, and standard Italian today is primarily based on the dialect of Tuscan spoken in Florence. ==Understand== [[File:Duomo from Palazzo Vecchio n01.jpg|350px|thumb|The Duomo, officially Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, is the fourth largest church in Europe, with the biggest brickwork dome in the world]] Politically, economically, and culturally, Florence was the most important city in Europe for around 250 years, from some time before 1300 until the early 1500s. It is now primarily a tourist site, with the much of its non-touristic economy powered by artisans who still nonetheless sell largely to tourist and foreign customers. In the middle ages, Florentines reinvented money, in the form of the gold florin. This currency was the engine that drove Europe out of the Dark Ages, a term invented by Petrarch, a Florentine whose family had been exiled to Arezzo. They financed the development of industry all over Europe, from Britain to Bruges, Lyon and Hungary. They financed the English kings during the Hundred Years' War. They financed the papacy, including the construction of the papal palace in Avignon, and the reconstruction of St. Peter's and the Vatican when the papacy returned to Rome from the "Babylonian captivity". Dante, Petrarch, and Boccaccio pioneered the use of the vernacular — the use of a locally spoken language, rather than Latin. In their case, the vernacular was Tuscan, which, because of them, became the ''lingua franca'' for the entire Italian peninsula, and eventually the basis for standard Italian following unification in 1871. Because Dante, et al., wrote in Tuscan, Geoffrey Chaucer, who spent a lot of time in Northern Italy and who used some of Boccaccio's little stories to inspire his Canterbury Tales, wrote in English. Others started writing in French and Spanish. This was the beginning of the end of Latin as a common language throughout Europe. The Florentines, perhaps most notably Filippo Brunelleschi (1377-1466) and Leon Battista Alberti (1404-1472), invented Renaissance architecture. This architectural style revolutionised the way Rome, London, Paris and every other major city in Europe, from Barcelona to St. Petersburg, was built. Florentines were the driving force behind the Age of Discovery. Florentine bankers financed Henry the Navigator and the Portuguese explorers, who pioneered the route around Africa to India and the Far East. It was a map drawn by the Florentine Paulo del Pozzo Toscanelli, a student of Brunelleschi, that Columbus used to sell his "enterprise" to the Spanish monarchs, and which he then used on his first voyage. Mercator's famous "Projection" is a refined version of Toscanelli's map, taking into account the Americas, of which the Florentine was obviously ignorant. The western hemisphere itself is named after a Florentine writer who claimed to be an explorer and mapmaker, Amerigo Vespucci. [[Image:Florence bridges.jpg|350px|thumb|Bridges over the Arno]] Galileo and other scientists pioneered the study of optics, ballistics, astronomy, anatomy, and so on. Pico della Mirandola, Leonardo Bruni, Machiavelli, and many others laid the groundwork for our understanding of political science. Opera was invented in Florence. And that is just a smidgen of what went on in this city, which never had a population above 60,000 from the first attack of the plague in 1348 until long, long after it became unimportant. And there were the Medici, perhaps the most important family that ever lived. The Medicis changed the world more than any other family. Forget all the art for which they paid. They taught first the other Italians, and then the rest of the Europeans, how to conduct statecraft. For example, Catherine de' Medici (1519-1589) married Henry II of France (reigned 1547-1559). After he died, Catherine ruled France as regent for her young sons, and was instrumental in turning France into Europe’s first nation-state. She brought the Renaissance into France, introducing everything from the châteaux of the Loire to the fork. She also was, to 16th- and 17th-century European royalty, what Queen Victoria was to the 19th and 20th centuries — everybody’s grandmama. Her children included three kings of France, Francis II (ruled 1559-1560), Charles IX (ruled 1560-1574) and Henry III (ruled 1574-1589). Her children-in-law included a fourth king of France, Henry IV (ruled 1589-1610), plus Elizabeth of Hapsburg, Philip II of Spain (of Armada fame), and Mary Queen of Scots. And that is without mentioning any artists. From Arnolfo and Cimabue to Giotto, Nanni di Banco, and Uccello; through Lorenzo Ghiberti and Donatello and Masaccio and the various della Robbias; through Fra Angelico and Sandro Botticelli and Piero della Francesca, and on to Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, the Florentines dominated the visual arts like nobody before or since. And this list does not include many who, in any other place, would be considered among the greatest of artists, but in Florence must be considered among the near-great: Benvenuto Cellini, Andrea del Sarto, Benozzo Gozzoli, Giorgio Vasari, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Fra Lippo Lippi, Buontalenti, Orcagna, Pollaiuolo, Filippino Lippi, Andrea del Verrocchio, Bronzino, Desiderio da Settignano, Michelozzo, the Rossellis, the Sangallos, Pontormo. And this list does not include the prolific Ignoto. Nor does it include the near-Florentines, such as Raphael, Andrea Pisano, Giambologna, the wonderfully nicknamed Sodoma and so many more, such as Peter-Paul Rubens, all of whom spent time in Florence and were educated by it. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Florence |2.1 |12.2 |58.1 |2.5 |14.7 |63.8 |7.1 |18.2 |61.4 |10.1 |21.0 |67.2 |12.9 |25.3 |63.0 |17.0 |30.1 |22.8 |19.4 |33.3 |14.6 |19.5 |33.4 |25.5 |16.0 |27.3 |41.8 |10.9 |21.5 |66.1 |6.4 |16.6 |90.3 |2.6 |13.4 |81.4 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Florence]] | description = Florence Climate Averages }} Florence boasts a Mediterranean climate with hot, mostly dry summers and mild, wet winters. Day temperatures during summer are very hot, ranging from 30°C in June to 33°C in July and August. Winters experience day temperatures ranging from 11°C in January to 14°C in February. Springs and autumns are mild to warm, with day temperatures ranging from 16°C in November to 27°C in September. Sunshine is abundant throughout the year, with sunshine hours being very elevated in summer and discretely elevated also in winter. ===Tourist information=== * {{listing | name=Tourist information offices | alt= | url=https://www.feelflorence.it/en | email=touristinfo@comune.fi.it | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055000 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 07:00-21:00, Su 09:00-14:00 | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2024-05-16 | content= Infopoint Piazza Stazione 4 is the largest tourist information in the city, with a bookshop and booking service. Infopoint via Cavour 1R, specialises in the territory all around Florence as well as Florence. Infopoint Airport Vespucci is found at the Arrivals. Infopoint Borgo Santa Croce 29r has tourist brochures and general tourist information. E-mail enquiries answered within 24 hours. }} ==Get in== {{Mapframe|43.7692|11.2546|zoom=14}} {{mapshape}} {{mapshapes|Q746258}} <!-- Trams --> ===By plane=== The airport of Florence is Amerigo Vespucci International Airport (FLR IATA) (4 km northwest of the center), locally known as "Peretola", to which there are flights from major destinations in Western Europe. There is only one runway covered by hills, and therefore the flights that land there are relatively infrequent and expensive. The airport is connected by tram line T2 connecting the airport to the train station SMN; The station is on the south side, and ends at Piazza San Marco. The tram station is controlled, to the left of the main entrance. The trams run every 5-15 minutes (depending on the time of day) until 12:30 (02:00 on weekends). One-way tickets cost €1.70 (as of January 2024) and can be purchased with cash or credit cards at vending machines at each station. The tram ride is about 20 minutes from end to end. Taxis charge a flat rate of €25 from the airport to anywhere in the historic center of Florence, plus €1 per large item of luggage. Other airports serving Florence are '''Bologna''' and '''Pisa'''. Bologna (BLQ IATA) is the preferred option which is an hour's drive from Florence by car or train. From the airport of Bologna there are flights all over Europe when the dominant airline is Ryanair. From the airport there are also Emirates and Turkish Airlines flights, so these companies can be used to reach Bologna across Asia, Africa and Oceania. Another airport that is used is the airport of Pisa. which is an hour and a half away from Florence by train. There are fewer flights to Pisa than Bologna. So Bologna is better option. It is better to book a flight that does not land or take off in the evening, because during these hours the reliability of the trains in Italy is quite low, and it is not worth taking the risk of missing a flight, or the last train. Taxi drivers in Bologna and Pisa, if you get stuck there at night, will not agree to take you to Florence. If you are coming from North America from where there are no flights to either Bologna or Pisa, it is better to use the airport in Rome Fiumicino rather than Milan Malpensa, because from Rome the trip to Florence is much faster. ===By train=== Frequent direct trains connect Florence with Rome (90 min), Milan (1 hr 40 min), Venice (2 hr), Naples (2 hr 50 min) and Italy's other main cities. Coming by train from other countries usually involves changing at Milan. However a direct Nightjet runs from Munich leaving around 20:00, reaching Florence around 06:00 and continuing to Rome, with the return leaving Florence towards 22:00 to reach Munich shortly after 08:00. The fare is about €100. This Nightjet divides and also runs to Vienna, with similar times. Almost all trains go to the main station, {{marker|type=go|name=Firenze Santa Maria Novella|alt=Firenze SMN|url=http://www.firenzesantamarianovella.it/en/|wikidata=Q800761|lat=43.7765|long=11.2478}} on the north edge of the historic old town, near most accommodation and sights. There's a bank of Trenitalia ticket machines (cards or cash accepted) on the terminus platform concourse, staffed kiosks in the main hall, and various fast food options there and nearby. An underpass leads south into Piazza SMN. A few regional trains bypass SMN, calling at '''Firenze Campo Marte''', 2 km east near Florence Stadium, '''Firenze Statuto''' 1 km north of SMN, and '''Firenze Rifredi''', 2 km north of SMN. Unless your ticket specifies otherwise, it's valid for any connecting train between those stations and SMN - you'll seldom have to wait longer than ten minutes. Otherwise, take a bus or taxi from the street outside. ===By car=== Florence is well connected by good highways to the rest of Italy. Autostrada A-1 runs to Bologna, Milan and the North, and to Rome and the South. Use Firenze-Impruneta exit for these routes and for Siena via the "Fi-Si" highway. A-11 runs to Pisa and the West: for north of the river follow A-11 to the end, for south of the river turn onto A-1 south to Firenze-Scandicci exit. '''However, driving in Florence is very problematic.''' Driving in the historic centre - inside the wide "viale" where the old city walls were (and still are, south of the river) - is strictly prohibited, except for residents with permits. This is ferociously enforced by camera - if you drive in the prohibited areas, you will be hunted down and sent a stiff fine - around €100 for every camera you pass before escaping the zone. The city raises over €50 million in traffic fines each year, half of this from traffic zone offences. If you're just visiting for the day, use the Park & Ride areas at the edge of town, for instance Villa Constanza (described below under "By bus"). You can leave your car overnight here for €7/24 hr up to 30 days (Oct 2025). If you're driving to pre-booked accommodation in the centre, check ahead with them: given your car registration (Italian ''targa'') they may be able to get you a 30-minute waiver, barely enough to find the hotel in the warren of old streets, drop luggage and check in, then take the car out of the zone. Central car rental offices likewise have a waiver and permitted route to exit and re-enter the city. [https://www.fipark.com Firenze Parking] run a dozen or so edge-of-centre parking lots, with a long walk or a short bus ride to the centre. For example the lot just north of Piazza della Liberta charges €15 per day, €70 per week. Near the centre, parking is more expensive: e.g. a garage costs €30 per night. On the street, you can only use a blue parking space, if you're lucky enough to find one free. White parking places are for residents only and yellow ones are reserved. The price is €1 per hour and charges apply from 08:00 to 20:00; leave the ticket visible inside the car. You need coins for parking, as the machine won't accept banknotes or cards. ===By bus=== [https://www.flixbus.com Flixbus] ply direct between Florence and Rome (3 hr 30, two per hour), Milan (4 hours, roughly hourly), Perugia (2 hours, 4 times), Naples (7 hours, every 2-3 hours), Geneva (12 hours, one overnight, else change in Milan), Marseille (9 hours overnight), Paris (17 hours), Munich (4 per day, 9 hours), Zurich (9 hours), Frankfurt (14 hours), Vienna (12 hours) and Budapest (14 hours). Buses that originate or terminate in Florence stop at the downtown bus station on Piazzale Montelungo next to SMN railway station. Buses that are passing Florence between other cities pick up and drop off at {{marker|name=Villa Constanza Park & Ride |type=go |lat=43.755 |long=11.173 }}, just off Autostrada A-1 on the west edge of the city - take Tram 1. (And see "Get around: By tram" for practicalities.) The parking lot is short of shelter or other facilities. {{go | name=Busitalia SITA Nord Autostazione | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Santa Caterina da Siena, 15/17 | lat= 43.775487| long=11.246591 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2019-05-04 | content=Main bus stop for [http://www.tiemmespa.it/ Tiemme SpA] and [http://www.capautolinee.it CAPautolinee]. Which serve many cities in Tuscany and beyond. }} ==Get around== [[File:Christ in majesty florence baptistry.jpg|thumb|Interior of the Baptistery, showing the mosaic of Christ in Majesty]] <!--===Firenzecard=== The '''[http://www.firenzecard.it/ Firenzecard]''' is a 72-hour pass giving access to some 80 museums, costing €85 per person (see "See"). It doesn't cover public transport, but you can add this with a Firenzecard+ for an extra €7 - this can't be bought separately. It covers you and any other family member under 18 travelling with you. Since the average entrance fee is €8.50, you'll need to see more than ten museums in your 72 hours to show a saving, but that target dwindles if you have other young family with you. It also gets you priority entrance; pre-booking is otherwise near-essential for the big name museums.--> ===On foot=== Most of the major tourist sights in Florence are within easy walking distance of each other. It is possible to walk from one end of the historic center of Florence to the other - north-south or east-west - in a half hour. Walking is not only an easy way to get around, it also offers the chance to 'take in' much more of the city life. Be warned though, that electric motor scooters are small enough to fit where cars cannot. They are relatively quiet but quick and in the summer they often travel into the plazas. Some of the streets in central Florence are closed to traffic. Many more are simply too narrow for buses to get through. Therefore, bus and car tours are not recommended. This is a very small, compact city that really needs to be seen on foot. ===By bicycle=== There is a [[cycling|bike]] rental service organized by the city. Bikes can be hired at several points in the city (and returned to the same place). One of the most convenient for tourists is at the SMN Station. There are other locations at many railway stations, but often with restricted opening hours. In addition, some hotels provide their guests with free bicycles. Bike shops also often rent bikes and some of them organize guided bike tours in the countryside. While there are hills north and south of the center of town, almost all of the historic center of Florence is easy for bikers, because it is flat. But there is a problem: traffic is terrible, with buses, trucks, cars, motorcycles, motorbikes, bicycles, and pedestrians fighting for almost no space. However, a network of cycle paths make it often much faster to circumvent the city centre than to cycle directly through historic streets, even if the destination is in an area such as Santa Croce or Santa Maria Novella. ===By taxi=== Taxis are available, but it may be best if you have your hotel or the restaurant you are eating at call ahead. When taxis are called by phone, the nearest one available is sent to you through the company's radio system with its meter ticking away. In Florence, it can be difficult to hail a cab from the street curb. You either call for one or get one at the very few taxi stands. One popular taxi stand is at the central Santa Maria Novella Train Station, and there are others in a few major squares. The first taxi in the taxi stand line should be available - ask in case of doubt. Most taxis do not take credit cards for payment, so be sure to have cash on hand. Taxis in Florence are relatively expensive. Tipping is not expected, unless the driver helps you carry luggage, etc. ===By bus=== Another way of getting around is by using the public buses from '''[https://www.at-bus.it/en AutolineeToscane]'''. A single-ride ticket costs €1.70, a carnet of 10 tickets is €14 (as of 2024 these are no longer easily available). There are different ways of obtaining a ticket: * '''Paper tickets''' can be bought at tabacchi (shops selling tobacco, which are marked with official looking "T"s out front"), kiosks/newsagents/bars where the symbol "Biglietti AutolineeToscane" is shown, as well as at the AutolineeToscane ticketing office at the bus station outside Santa Maria Novella train station. * '''Contactless via debit/credit card''' at the card readers in your choice of transport, provided your card is branded with a Visa, Mastercard or American Express logo. For urban lines (marked green), simply tap on when getting onto the vehicle; for lines operated on a distance-based fare, also tap off upon leaving the vehicle. Within the ticket's validity period, a new tap in another vehicle will not be charged again. Within 90 minutes of stamping/tapping you can hop-off & hop-on on any bus of the urban AutolineeToscane network. Paper tickets need to be stamped when entering the bus (from the front and rear doors of buses - the central door is supposed to be exit only; though now it is more accepted to enter from the central door). If you are unable to find a ticket vendor, there also ticket machines at some locations accept ING contactless card payment and coins. A ticket may also be available from the driver for €2.50, but there is no guarantee that the driver will agree to sell them. Hold tightly onto the hand rails as Florence traffic is unpredictable and frequent sudden braking is necessary. Unlike bigger cities such as Rome or Naples, buses in Florence are relatively "safe." Keep a close eye on your belongings and avoid showing off cash, jewelry, etc., especially in very crowded buses. ===By tram=== [[File:Firenze - mappa rete tranviaria.svg|thumb|Tram map (2025) ]] There are two [https://www.gestramvia.it/?lang=en tram lines]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} in the city. The first one runs from Villa Constanza Park & Ride on the south-western edge of the city, just off the A-1, so most users are commuters. It runs into town through the western suburbs of Scandicci and L'Isolotto to SMN main railway station (25 min), then turns north to Rifredi and the University/Hospital area. It runs daily 05:00-00:30 every three to ten minutes, and a single ride costs €1.50. The second line connects the airport and the near west side to the city centre and the Santa Maria Novella station. By 2025, the network will have been extended to Piazza della Libertà and Piazza San Marco. ===By car=== Don't even think of it - see "Get in". Just thinking of it is probably enough to incur a fine. ==See== {{infobox|Stendahl Syndrome|"I’m pooped, and I’ll scream if I have to look at any more putti or martyred flesh": the fancy name for this condition is ''Stendahl Syndrome''. Stendahl was the pen-name of the French writer Marie-Henri Beyle (1783-1842) – or at least his best-known name, as he generated pseudonyms on an industrial scale. As French Consul based in Milan, he had ample time (perhaps too much time) to soak up the artistic beauties of Italy, and in Florence he found them overwhelming: "As I emerged from the porch of Santa Croce, I was seized with a fierce palpitation of the heart... the well-spring of life was dried up within me, and I walked in constant fear of falling to the ground." He was much given to histrionics and attacks of the vapours, and in 1979 local psychiatrist Dr. Magherini named this syndrome, claiming to see many examples among first-time visitors to Florence. Weariness and even dizzy-dos are not uncommon after a hard spell of tourism in this city, but think carefully before claiming to suffer from Stendahl Syndrome: a) It’s not recognised in modern disease categories, so you’ll be received with, at best, polite scepticism if you turn up at the local Emergency Room; b) Good luck trying to claim the ensuing expenses on your [[travel insurance]]; c) When you return late to work, the response of your workmates and of your boss is likely to outdo Stendahl in theatricality, and your fear of falling to the ground will be amply justified. So if you feel the well-spring of life drying up in you, head into a bar or café, bang down an espresso, and skip whatever museum or church you planned to see next. Simple. }} Learn from Stendahl and don't try to see too much. Most tourists rush to do the Uffizi, the Duomo and the Bargello. These are indeed splendid, but you may wait hours to get in, and be jostled by tour groups. Pre-book if you know you want to see them; otherwise spread out and see stuff that is equally fine but less touristy. A long weekend here could comfortably take in a sprinkling of old churches, and a couple of museums or galleries. But leave time and energy for just enjoying the ambience. '''Churches:''' the standout is definitely the '''Duomo''' or Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. But other fine churches north of the river include San Lorenzo, Santa Maria Novella, Santa Trinita, Santa Croce, Santo Spirito, SS Annunziata and Ognissanti. Highlights south of the river are Santa Maria del Carmine and San Miniato al Monte. '''Art galleries:''' aim to do at least one of Uffizi, Pitti Palace, Accademia, Bargello and the Museum of the Works of the Duomo. They are filled with the brilliant creations of all the renaissance big names: Donatello, Verrochio, Desiderio da Settignano, and Michelangelo. There are also several modern galleries. '''City views:''' the classic panorama is from Piazzale Michelangelo, on the hillside just south of the river, and from San Miniato al Monte a little higher up. But every tour bus pauses here for photos so it can get mobbed. There is also a great view from the dome of the Cathedral or Giotto's Bell Tower, and an even greater line to climb them. Consider whether you'll benefit from buying a '''Firenzecard''', described earlier. Florence is featured in ''Assassin's Creed II''; see [[Assassin's Creed Tour]]. ===Piazza del Duomo=== [[File:Florence Italy Baptistry-02.jpg|thumb|160px|The "Gates of Paradise" to the Baptistery, by Lorenzo Ghiberti]] The Cathedral, Santa Maria del Fiore, is an astonishing confection dominating the piazza below and the skyline above. It's the fourth largest Christian church in the world, behind the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire; St Peter's in Rome; and St Paul's in London. It's an early example of "technology-forcing" - like the US lunar missions of the 1960s, the 13th-century Florentines started building it without knowing how they'd complete it, until along came Brunelleschi and his vast crowning dome. The eye-catching facade is 19th-century. In front of the cathedral is the ornate medieval Baptistery, in use until modern times. Also in the piazza is the Bell Tower, designed by Giotto. The artwork from these buildings has been replaced by replicas, with the originals in the adjacent Museum of the Works of the Duomo. Buy a '''combined ticket''' online for €18 (concessions €3) to enter the following monuments (one entry per monument, valid for 72 hours after first use, book up to 30 days ahead; '''all closed''' first Tuesday of the month): * {{see | name=Santa Maria del Fiore | alt=Duomo | url=http://www.duomofirenze.it | email= | address= | lat=43.773232 | long=11.255992 | directions=Enter by right hand door in west facade; disabled access on south flank | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10:00-16:30, Su 13:30-16:45 | price= | wikipedia=Florence Cathedral | image=Duomo Firenze.jpg | wikidata=Q191739 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=The cathedral interior is to a basilica pattern; it's vast and at first feels dark and empty. Give your eyes time to adjust, and admire the stained glass windows, funeral monument of Bishop d'Orso, and altar of St Zanobius. Below is the '''Crypt''' (M-Sa 10:00-17:00) with remains of the preceding cathedral of Santa Reparata, and the tomb of Brunelleschi. Giotto is believed to lie here somewhere, but his tomb has yet to be identified. Above is the soaring cupola or '''Dome'''. The cathedral is free, but you need a pre-booked ticket and time-slot to climb the 464 steps up to the Dome (entrance north side of the church). Slots are available M-F 08:30-19:00, Sa 08:30-17:00 and Su 13:00-16:00. }} * {{see | name=Giotto's Tower | alt=Campanile di Giotto | url=https://www.ilgrandemuseodelduomo.it/monumenti/4-campanile | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:15-19:00 | price=By ticket | wikipedia=Giotto's Campanile | image=Firenze-campanileentrance.jpg | wikidata=Q1140023 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Almost {{m|85}} tall, with 414 steps to climb, this richly decorated tower is topped by an open terrace with a panorama of the Duomo, city and surrounds. }} * {{see | name=Baptistery | alt= | url=http://www.museumflorence.com/monuments/3-baptistry | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 08:15-10:15 & 11:15-19:30, Sa 08:15-18:30, Su 08:15-13:30 | price=By ticket | lastedit=2018-11-09 | wikipedia=Florence Baptistery | image=Firenze.Baptistry06.JPG | wikidata=Q732511 | content=Octagonal plan, with a pyramidal roof covering its dome. It's famous for its bronze doors by Andrea Pisano (14th century) and Lorenzo Ghiberti (15th century) and a beautiful interior vault decorated with 13th-century mosaics. The interior is being restored and is unviewable as of April 2024, though the exterior can be seen. }} * {{see | name=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo | alt=Museum of the Works of the Duomo | url=https://www.museumflorence.com/ | email= | address=Piazza del Duomo 9 | lat=1 | long= | directions=Directly behind the dome end of the cathedral | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F-W 09:00-19:00, Th 09:00-17:00 | price=By ticket | lastedit=2018-11-09 | wikipedia=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo (Florence) | image=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo.JPG | wikidata=Q1200696 | content=This houses original artworks from the Duomo and surrounding religious buildings, including sculptures by Donatello, a Michelangelo Pietà (different from his version in Saint Peter's, Rome) and the losing entries in the 1401 contest to design the doors of the Baptistery. Plus models and drawings of the Cathedral. }} ===Museums=== Book ahead for the big-name museums. All of these (plus Boboli Gardens) have a [http://www.b-ticket.com/b-ticket/uffizi/ combined booking portal] and there are several combi-tickets. In practice, it's Uffizi that draws the biggest crowds and so is hardest to access; your options are: :- Just wait in line. On a good day this could mean a 4- to 5-hour wait, hopefully in good weather. On a bad day you wait hours outside in bad weather then they sell out and turn you away. This is especially likely on the first Sunday of the month when entry is free. Tuesday too is crowded, since it's closed Monday so there's pent-up demand. :- Go on an organised tour - these have a pre-booked slot and you step right in. ''Caveat emptor'', as tour operations range from the shambolic and rushed to the sublime and educating. :- Buy a Firenzecard, so you skip the usual line. Upmarket hotels sometimes also have access to priority slots. :- Book online, paying €4 extra and pre-printing your email for a fixed time slot. Be there at least an hour ahead, because so many people are skipping line, there's a line to skip the line. :- Book by phone on +39 055 294883, likewise paying €4 extra for a fixed slot and arriving an hour early. It's not clear how long you'll typically wait to get through by phone. [[Image:Uffizi Gallery - Daughter of Niobe bent by terror.jpg|thumb|Galleria degli Uffizi - Daughter of Niobe is bent by terror of Gods]] [[Image:Galileo galilei, telescopi del 1609-10 ca..JPG|thumb|right|Galileo's Original Instruments, Museo Galileo]] * {{see | name=Galleria degli Uffizi | alt= | url=http://www.uffizi.it/ | email= | address=Piazzale degli Uffizi | lat=43.768439 | long=11.2559 | directions= | phone=+39 055 294883 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50, M closed, last admission 18:00; you may not bring in water | price=High season (21 Feb-9 Nov; 21 Dec-9 Jan): adult €29 (or €23 for early morning tickets: 08:15 and 08:30), conc €6, combi with Pitti & Boboli €38; low season: adult €16, conc €6, combi €18; including a booking fee of €4 | wikipedia=Uffizi | image=Galleria degli Uffizi court crop.JPG | wikidata=Q51252 | lastedit=2024-10-27 | content=Outstanding fine art museum with Renaissance paintings and sculptures from classical antiquity. It's in a late 16th-century palazzo designed by Vasari, in two wings enclosing a long narrow courtyard, effectively a street, an innovation in its day. Originally the palazzo was magistrates' offices (hence "Uffizi") and state archives; then it came to house the Medici's vast art collection. However, one collections seems to have crossed purposes: the massive number of standardized portraits, placed in the hallway, seem to have been an ID system for identifying important foreigners when they came to town. The artworks are on the first and second floors, they keep the lifts well hidden. Highlights include ''Birth of Venus'' by Boticelli, ''Dukes of Urbino'' by della Francesca, ''Medusa'' by Caravaggio, ''Venus of Urbino'' by Titian, ''Annunciation'' by da Vinci, ''Pope Leo X and family'' by Raphael, Velasquez' self-portrait, Rembrandt's final self-portrait, and many other big names. Allow three hours for a visit. Uffizi specialises in the Renaissance, so although later styles are represented, examples are few: you don't really come here for the 18th- to 20th-century material. The restaurant/cafè has a large balcony overlooking the main piazza with good views of the Palazzo Vecchio, and naturally their prices reflect the views. }} * {{see | name=Bargello | alt=Museo Nazionale del Bargello | url=http://www.bargellomusei.beniculturali.it/ | email= | address=Via de Proconsolo 4 | lat=43.7704 | long=11.25801 | directions= | phone=+39 055 294883 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily Apr-Oct: 08:15-17:00, Nov-Feb: 08:15-14:00, but closed 2nd & 4th Su and 1st, 3rd & 5th M of each month | price=Adult €11, conc €4, booking fee €3 | wikipedia=Bargello | image=Sala del Verrocchio museo nazionale del Bargello Firenze.jpg | wikidata=Q388448 | lastedit=2023-09-19 | content=Used as a barracks and prison until the 19th century, this museum houses some of the best Renaissance and Mannerist sculpture. Big names here include Michelangelo, Donatello, Ammannati, Bandinelli, Andrea and Jacopo Sansovino, Desiderio da Settignano, Giambologna, and Antonio Rossellino. It also displays ceramics, textiles & tapestries, ivory, silver, armour and coins. Allow two hours. Not nearly as crowded as the Uffizi or Galleria dell'Accademia and paying a fee to book in advance is likely not necessary. }} * {{see | name=Galleria dell'Accademia | alt=Accademia Gallery | url=http://www.galleriaaccademiafirenze.beniculturali.it/ | email= | address=Via Ricasoli 58-60 | lat=43.77691 | long=11.25848 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50 | price=Adult €16, conc €4, booking fee €4 | wikidata=Q10855544 | lastedit=2018-11-19 | content=Highlights are Michelangelo's original ''David'' (the one in Piazza della Signoria is a copy) and his unfinished '' Slaves''. It also includes Florentine painting, a museum of musical instruments, and Russian icons. No photography is allowed inside. N.B. the "Accademia di Belle Arti" next door is a university department, not connected with the Gallery. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Pitti | alt=Pitti Palace | url=http://www.palazzopitti.it/ | email= | address=Piazza de' Pitti | lat=43.765 | long=11.25 | directions=200 m south of Ponte Vecchio | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50, last admission 18:00 | price=Mar-Oct: adult €16, conc €8, combi with Uffizi & Boboli €38; Nov-Feb: adult €10, conc €5, combi €18; booking fee €4 | wikipedia=Palazzo Pitti | image=Florence-PalaisPitti.jpg | wikidata=Q29286 | lastedit=2018-11-18 | content=The original Pitti was a banker; the palace has housed royalty but became best known for its Medici family treasures. It's now divided into four museums (same ticket): ground floor is the Treasury of the Grand Dukes; first floor houses the Palatine Gallery and the Royal and Imperial Apartments, second floor is the Modern Art Gallery and the Museum of Costume and Fashion. The Boboli gardens are just behind the palazzo. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Davanzati | alt= | url=http://www.bargellomusei.beniculturali.it/musei/4/davanzati/ | email= | address=Via Porta Rossa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:15-14:00, Sa Su 13:15-19:00 | price=€6, conc €2 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q657629 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=a house museum with antique fittings and furniture }} * {{see | name=Museo Galileo | alt= | url=https://www.museogalileo.it/en/ | email= | address=Piazza dei Giudici 1 | lat=43.767756 | long=11.255956 | directions= | phone=+39 055 265 311 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:30-18:00, except Tu 09:30-13:00 | price=€13 | wikipedia=Museo Galileo | image=Firenze-museo storia della scienza.jpg | wikidata=Q1668196 | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=This museum shows the evolution of the instruments used in various scientific fields such as mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, astronomy. The room of Galileo Galilei shows some of his original instruments as well as models from his drawings. The room of Spheres and Globes houses an excellent cartographic collection. In a rather macabre twist the museum also has the middle finger of Galileo's right hand on display. The museum offer some descriptions in Italian and English but you can access other languages by scanning QR codes (Chinese, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, German). The museum offers an open WiFi. It is recommended to have an idea of the principles behind the instruments (as the descriptions on the labels are rather generic). For that, you can download their free audio-guide app available in Italian and English ([https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=telemaco.museogalileo.app Google Play], [https://itunes.apple.com/it/app/museo-galileo/id871818097?mt=8 Apple Store]) and get an idea of the instruments displayed. }} * {{see | name=Museo Horne | alt= | url=http://www.museohorne.it/en/ | email= | address=Palazzo Corsi on via dei Benci, 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th-Tu 10:00-14:00 | price=€7 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q531218 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Displays art and furnishings of the 14th & 15th century. The building and art collection were owned by art historian Herbert Percy Horne. }} * {{see | name=Archaeological Museum | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/198/firenze-maf-museo-archeologico-nazionale | email= | address=Piazza della Santissima Annunziata 9B | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€8 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q637237 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=The Etruscan art collection is particularly good. }} * {{see | name=Museo Novecento | alt= | url=http://www.museonovecento.it/en | email= | address=Piazza Santa Maria Novella 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Sa-W 11:00-20:00, Th 11:00-14:00, F 11:00-23:00, Firenze Cardholder free | price=Adult €8.50, concs €4 | wikidata=Q38901928 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Gallery of 20th- & 21st-century art, on three floors of a palazzo. }} * {{see | name=Museo Marini | alt= | url=https://museomarinomarini.it/en/ | email= | address=Piazza di San Pancrazio | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Sa-M 10:00 - 19:00, other days by reservation | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q913040 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Houses the work of that contemporary sculptor. }} * A Contemporary Art gallery is sited in {{marker|type=see|name=Palazzo Strozzi|wikidata=Q521619}}, and there are several other collections around city centre. * {{see | name=Stibbert Museum | alt= | url=http://www.museumsinflorence.com/musei/stibbert_museum.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Montughi hill, 2 km north of city centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-W 10:00-14:00, F-Su 10:00-18:00 | price=€8 | wikidata=Q3329363 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Has a great collection of armour and arms. }} === Old town centre === [[File:Palazzo vecchio Florence.jpg|thumb|The Palazzo Vecchio]] * {{see | name=Palazzo Vecchio | alt= | url=https://cultura.comune.fi.it/pagina/musei-civici-fiorentini/museo-di-palazzo-vecchio | email= | address= | lat=43.769315 | long=11.256174 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price="Museum" ''or'' "Tower and Battlements": €12.50 adults, €10 concessions. "Museum" ''and'' "Tower and Battlements": €17.50 adults, €15 concessions | wikipedia=Palazzo Vecchio | image=Firenze Palazzo della Signoria, better known as the Palazzo Vecchio.jpg | wikidata=Q271928 | lastedit=2022-08-29 | content=Old city palace/city hall, adorned with fine art. The replica of Michelangelo's "David" is placed outside the main door in the original location of the statue, which is a symbol of the Comune of Florence. The site displays an important collection of Renaissance sculptures and paintings, including the ''Putto'' by Verrochio and the series of murals by Giorgio Vasari at the Salone dei Cinquecento (Hall of the Five Hundreds) - the hall which used to display the now lost Renaissance masterpiece, that is, the so-called Battaglia di Anghiari, by Leonardo da Vinci. }} * {{see | name=Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.767989 | long=11.253192 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Ponte Vecchio | image=Ponte Vecchio at dusk 1.JPG | wikidata=Q208633 | lastedit=2018-11-18 | content=The oldest and most celebrated bridge over the Arno, and the only Florentine bridge to survive World War II. The design is distinctive: it's a three-arched bridge supporting a parade of shops supporting another bridge. It dates to 1345 (hence Ponte Vecchio, "old bridge"), with earlier bridges being swept away by floods, rebuilt and swept away again. At street level it's a pedestrianised cobbled arch. It's lined by shops, which were butchers until Renaissance times then - in an insight as dramatic as the discovery of perspective in painting - they realised that goldsmiths' shops paid higher rents and didn't stink; so from then to this day it's just been overpriced jewellery shops and market stalls. Above these is the higher bridge, the Vasari Corridor, a private walkway added in 1565 so that the Medici Dukes could move between Palazzo Vecchio (Town Hall) and Palazzo Pitti (their blingy residence) without mixing with common folk. On the south bank, the Corridor nowadays continues as a gallery of the Uffizi, and there is sometimes talk of extending this over the bridge, or otherwise making the space accessible. Nothing's come of this so far, so the common folk will have to continue admiring the scene from street level. }} [[Image:Galileo's Tomb, Santa Croce.JPG|thumb|right|Galileo's Tomb, Santa Croce]] * {{see | name=Santa Croce | alt= | url=http://www.santacroceopera.it | email= | address= | lat=43.768389 | long=11.262833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Adult €8, concs €6 | wikipedia=Santa Croce, Florence | image=Eglise santa croce.jpg | wikidata=Q51177 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Contains the monumental tombs of Galileo, Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Dante, Rossini, and many other notables in addition to artistic decorations. There is also great artwork in the church. The Museo dell'Opera di Santa Croce (included in ticket) displays a flood-damaged but still beautiful Crucifix by Cimabue (Giotto's teacher), which has become a symbol of the disastrous floods of 1966. The ticket also includes Pazzi Chapel, a perfectly symmetrical example of sublime neo-Classic Renaissance architecture. }} * {{see | name=Santa Maria Novella | alt= | url=https://www.smn.it/en/visit/ | email= | address= | lat=43.7746 | long=11.2493 | directions=near the train station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€7.50 adults, €5 concessions | wikipedia=Santa Maria Novella | image=Santa Maria Novella.jpg | wikidata=Q51175 | content=A beautiful church with great artwork, including a Trinity by Masaccio that is being restored as of April 2024 but can still be seen from the scaffold for an additional charge of €1.50 and a great series of frescoes by Ghirlandaio behind the altar. Also, the museum near the Chiostro Verde, outside the church to its left (follow the signs in the church), contains gently restored frescoes of Old Testament scenes by Paolo Uccello which are quite unusual in style and well worth seeing. Off of another cloister is the wonderful Spanish Chapel which is covered in huge, impressive 14th-century frescoes. Also don't miss the Cappella Strozzi di Mantova, up a flight of stairs at the end of the left transept, with dramatic frescoes of Heaven, Hell and Purgatory by Nardo di Cione. The gift shop is in the Sacristy, which also contains paintings and other artwork. Allotting 1 1/2-2 hours to see everything would be reasonable. }} * {{see | name=Orsanmichele | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.770758 | long=11.255169 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Orsanmichele | image=Orsanmichele corner.JPG | wikidata=Q860816 | content=A beautiful old church from the 14th century, which once functioned as a grain market. }} * {{see | name=San Lorenzo | alt= | url=https://sanlorenzofirenze.it/ | email= | address= | lat=43.774889 | long=11.253864 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Lorenzo, Florence | image=Basilica di san lorenzo 33.JPG | wikidata=Q573881 | content=The façade of this church was never completed, giving it a striking, rustic appearance. Inside the church is pure Renaissance neo-classical splendor. If you go around the back of the church, there is a separate entrance to the Medici chapels. Be sure to check out the stunning burial chapel of the princes and the sacristy down the corridor. The small sacristy is blessed with the presence of nine Michelangelo sculptures. }} * {{see | name=San Marco Convent | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/190/museo-di-san-marco-firenze | email= | address= | lat=43.778198 | long=11.259329 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Museo Nazionale di San Marco | image=Firenze, chiesa e convento di san marco, facciata 01.jpg | wikidata=Q13453137 | content=Houses frescoes by Fra Angelico and his workshop. Fra Angelico painted a series of frescoes for the cells in which the Dominican monks lived. }} * {{see | name=Great Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence | alt=Sinagoga e Museo Ebraico Firenze | url=https://www.jewishflorence.it/?lang=en | email=firenzebraica@operalaboratori.com | address=Via Luigi Carlo Farini 6 | lat=43.772819 | long=11.266625 | directions=around the corner from Piazza Sant'Ambrogio | phone=+39 055 298 9879 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jun-Sep: M-Th 10:00 - 18:30, F 10:00 - 17:00; Oct-May: Su-Th 10:00 - 17:30, F 10:00 - 15:00. Closed except for religious services on Saturdays and Jewish holidays | price=€6.50 total for the synagogue and museum | wikipedia=Great Synagogue of Florence | image=Tempio Israelitico.JPG | wikidata=Q1548456 | lastedit=2021-11-27 | content=Lovely Moorish-style synagogue built in 1882 and a museum with many artefacts and documentation of Florentine Jewish life going back many centuries; audio tours in multiple languages are available. }} * {{see | name=The English Cemetery | alt=Cimitero degli inglesi | url= | email= | address=Piazzale Donatello | lat=43.77748 | long=11.26822 | directions=a short walk from the Great Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=English Cemetery, Florence | image= | wikidata=Q1092134 | lastedit=2021-11-27 | content=In the 19th century, the "English Cemetery" received anyone that the city's churchyards wouldn't receive, e.g. Orthodox Christians, but Britons and Americans were the majority. Famous names here include Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Fanny Trollope and Beatrice Shakespeare, a relative of William. There are lots of ornate gravestones with flowery inscriptions in multiple languages. }} * {{see | name=Piazza della Signoria | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.769722 | long=11.255556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazza della Signoria | image=Giuseppe Zocchi - The Piazza della Signoria in Florence - WGA25992.jpg | wikidata=Q849846 | lastedit=2026-06-19 | content=Piazza della Signoria is the grand open space in front: not quite a square, as Palazzo Vecchio blocks out one corner. Sights here are the equestrian statue of Cosimo de Medici, the Fountain of Neptune, the statue of David, and Loggia dei Lanzi, an open arched gallery of Renaissance sculpture }} ===South bank of the Arno=== [[Image:Boboli-gardens-from-palazzo.jpg|thumb|The Boboli Gardens seen from the Pitti Palace]] * {{see | name=Santa Felicita | alt= | url=http://www.santafelicita.it | email= | address= | lat=43.766833 | long=11.252636 | directions=just south of Ponte Vecchio | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Santa Felicita, Florence | image=SantaFelicitadiFirenze01.jpg | wikidata=Q1069665 | content=Contains frescoes of the Annunciation and a painting of the Deposition of Christ by the brilliant and weird mannerist painter, Pontormo. They are to be found in the Barbadori Chapel, which is to your immediate right when entering the church. }} * '''Pitti Palace:''' see Museum listing above. * {{see | name=Boboli Gardens | alt= | url=http://www.polomuseale.firenze.it/musei/boboli/ | email= | address= | lat=43.76254 | long=11.248198 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult €10 | wikipedia=Boboli Gardens | image=Boboli Gardens.jpg | wikidata=Q888825 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Elaborately landscaped and with many interesting sculptures, behind the Pitti Palace. Wonderful city views. Don't miss the Bardini gardens. Entrance to that is included in the combination ticket price for the Boboli, and it's a short walk from the Boboli Gardens. There are great views of the Duomo from the Bardini gardens. }} * '''Natural History Museum''' ("La Specola") is on Via Romana next to Pitti Palace. Open Tu-Su 09:00-16:00. * {{see | name=Santa Maria del Carmine | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.767778 | long=11.243611 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Santa Maria del Carmine, Florence | image=Piazza del Carmine, veduta sulla chiesa del carmine.jpg | wikidata=Q1042634 | content=Famous frescoes (Masaccio’s Adam and Eve Banished From the Garden and others by Lippi and Masolino) in the Brancacci Chapel. }} * {{see | name=Piazzale Michelangelo | alt=Michelangelo Square | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.76292 | long=11.26516 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazzale Michelangelo | image=David piazzale michelangelo.jpg | wikidata=Q1348158 | content=Plaza on a hillside with a great view of the city. Go there by bus or climb the stairs and paths from the Lungarno della Zecca. }} * {{see | name=San Miniato al Monte | alt= | url=http://www.sanminiatoalmonte.it/ | email= | address= | lat=43.759444 | long=11.265 | directions=uphill from Piazzale Michelangelo | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Miniato al Monte | image=Sanminiato.jpg | wikidata=Q844337 | content=The Sacristy contains frescoes by Spinello Aretino. In the cemetery near this church there are graves of famous people of Florence, including Carlo Lorenzi (Collodi) - author of the famous Pinocchio. Also, turn around when you reach the top of the stairs before entering the church, to see perhaps an even greater view of the city than from nearby Piazzale Michelangelo. }} * '''Museo Stefano Bardini:''' collection of early Florentine art, housed in the Palazzo Mozzi just south of Ponte alla Grazia. It's open F-M 11:00-17:00. == Do == [[Image:Giotto's Tower.JPG | thumb | 300px | Campanile next to the Duomo ]] Great places to walk include along the Arno and across any of its bridges; through narrow, medieval back streets in the Santa Croce area; and in the Oltr'Arno, on the south side of the river, which is in many ways like Rome's Trastevere or Paris's Left Bank, but far, far smaller. * '''Climb the Duomo or Campanile:''' Traverse the winding staircases inside the Duomo or the nearby bell tower to see some of the best views of Florence. Not only can you see the Tuscan countryside in the distance and the impressive palaces and churches of Florence in the fore, but it also shows you just how large the Duomo is. * '''Stroll the Boboli Gardens:''' These extensive gardens behind the Pitti palace provide excellent views of the city of Florence and numerous sculptures in a relaxed environment. Stop in the hilltop café, grab a drink and a seat outside and enjoy the view. * '''Street performers''' strut their stuff in front of Palazzo Vecchio of an evening. Performances can range from violin duets to people dressed as sculptures. A nice place to stop while you eat your after-dinner gelato. * {{do | name=Enjoy the view from the Piazzale Michelangelo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=It's a big square on a hill, but somewhat distant from the traditional tourist sites. It's easy to reach it even on foot using the stairs called "Rampe di San Niccolò". They are on the side of the Arno RIver just in front of the national library. Do this during the summer and during the night to admire Florence's lights. }} * '''Join a monastery:''' those aged 18-35 are invited to take a two-day spiritual retreat at Badia Fiorentina on Via del Proconsolo. Or just come to hear sung vespers at 18:00 and mass at 18:30 nightly in this peaceful church, filled with artwork. It's central yet virtually free of tourists. * '''Football:''' [https://www.acffiorentina.com/it ACF Fiorentina] play soccer in Serie A, Italy's top tier. Their home ground Stadio Artemio Franchi (capacity 43,000) is 2 km northeast of city centre. * {{do | name=Firenze Rafting | url=https://www.firenzerafting.it/ | email=info@firenzerafting.it | address=Arno riverbank in front of the Torre San Niccolò | lat=43.765290118596546 | long=11.264592038101139 | directions=Meeting point on the Arno riverbank, a short walk from Ponte Vecchio | phone=+393490921540 | hours=Mar-Nov, departures every day | price=from €35 per person | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Guided rafting trips on the Arno through the historic centre, passing beneath Ponte Vecchio. Tours last about one hour, require no previous experience and are run in inflatable rafts with an instructor in each boat. Equipment is provided; participants should expect to get wet. Booking in advance is required. }} === Further out === * {{do | name=Impruneta spa | url=http://terme.borghitoscani.com/terme-di-impruneta.asp | email= | address=Via Cassia 217, Terme di Firenze | lat= | long= | directions=from the city of Florence, take the Autostradale Firenze - Siena and the SR2; the spa is on a lefthand turnoff from the R2, approximately 13 km south of the city of Florence | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The thermal waters of Impruneta spring from two sources and are used to treat respiratory diseases, liver, gastrointestinal, and skin allergies. }} == Learn == === Photography === *{{do | name=Florence Photography Workshop & Tour | url=http://www.florenceinferno.com/walking-tours/photography-workshop/ | email=info@florenceinferno.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 348 840 0459 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=12:00-18:00 (13:30-19:30 in July and August)| price= | content=Discover Florence with your camera and with a professional photography teacher (a Vogue-featured American photographer) and an official Florence guide at your side. }} === Italian language === *{{do | name=ABC School | url=http://www.abcschool.com | email=info@abcschool.com | address=Via dei Rustici 7 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 212001 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212001 | hours=09:00-17:00 | price= | content=Italian language school offering language and cultural courses since 1982. }} *{{do | name=Centro Machiavelli |alt= | url=http://www.centromachiavelli.it/en/ | email=school@centromachiavelli.it | address=Piazza Santo Spirito 4 | lat=43.76657 | long=11.24772 | directions= | phone=+39 0552396966 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2016-08-27| content=Italian language and cultural school for foreigners. The structure and the contents of the programmes for the levels are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The school also organises a programme of cultural activities and excursions to complement the language classes and enable the students to come into contact with the Italian culture and practice Italian in the field. }} *{{do | name=Istituto Galilei | url=http://www.galilei.it | email=info@galilei.it | address=Via Alfani 68| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 29 46 80 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 28 34 81 | hours= | price= | content=Italian language school specializing in one-to-one, personalized and small group (max 4 people) full immersion courses. }} * {{do | name=Michelangelo Institute | url=http://www.michelangelo-edu.it/ | email=michelangelo@dada.it | address=Via Ghibellina 88 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 240975 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Italian study programmes for foreign students. Cooking workshop, art history classes, plastic arts and visual arts programs are also taught in this academy. }} * {{do | name=Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Florence | alt= | url=https://www.leonardo-florence.com/ | email=florence@scuolaleonardo.com | address=Via Bufalini 3 | lat=43.773529638983746 | long=11.259077069104599 | directions= | phone=+39 055 261181 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 08:00-17:30 | price= | content=Offers a wide choice of Italian language and culture courses for children and adults from beginning to advanced levels. }} ===Cooking=== *{{do | name=Cooking Class | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Florence and Tuscany are becoming synonymous with "cooking class". Tuscan cuisine is appreciated worldwide and a cooking class experience is now more and more part of the attraction of Tuscany, as a way of carrying back home memories and improved cooking skills. There are many in the area, either in historical villas in the countryside or in central Florence, from Florentine use of tripe and giblets to the use of organic ingredients from the local producers, and classes range widely in size. During high season, make sure to book in advance. }} ==Buy== [[Image:View from Piazzale Michelangelo.JPG|thumb|350px|View from Piazzale Michelangelo]] There are a few places to buy things, from the high-end jewelry stores lining the Ponte Vecchio to some of the most famous shops in the world — Gucci, Pucci, Ferragamo, Valentino, Prada, Armani, Ermenegildo Zegna, Buccellati, Frette — as well as many more wonderful shops that aren't yet world famous. Souvenirs related to art and Florence's sights can be found everywhere. Books, leather goods, art handcrafted journals, frames, pencils etc. in that gorgeous Florentine paper with swirls of color and gold are great gifts. It is increasingly difficult to find bargains, but keen-eyed shoppers can still find good deals on smaller side streets running off of those above and elsewhere in the centre of town. Better stores in/near the city centre offer superb leather, sometimes at decent prices, perhaps after some bargaining. Goldsmiths on the Ponte Vecchio display beautiful, quality work but can be very expensive. Shops that are not in the very centre of the city are significantly cheaper. There are also superb shopping streets, such as Via Tornabuoni, Via del Parione, and Via Maggio. The San Lorenzo Market is now largely for tourists. There are also a couple of collections of "outlets" in the suburbs. Some of the most uniquely Florentine shops and sights can be found in the Oltrarno, which is Florence's "Left Bank" and home to countless generations of artisans. This section of town can be found by crossing "Ponte Vecchio" (the old bridge) or Ponte Trinità from the center. This "undiscovered" Florence is a must-see. * {{buy | name=Enoteca Mondovino | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via S. Agostino 27-29/R | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 215214 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Decent wine and liquor store with interesting collection of potable bitters in the back (Italian and German). }} *{{buy | name=Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella | alt= | url=http://www.smnovella.com/ | email= | address=Via della Scala 16 N | lat=43.774089 | long=11.247704 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2026-02-09| content=With roots dating to 1221, this shop sells high-quality beauty products like soaps, shaving cream, eau de Cologne and Carta D'Armenia incense papers in a shop that was once the chapel of San Niccolò.Worth entering even just to see the space and smell the herbal products made from historic recipes. Has a nice cafe on site, with plenty of herbal teas. }} * {{buy | name=Pitti Vintage - Italian & European Vintage Clothing & Accessories | url=http://www.PittiVintage.com/ | email=shopkeeper@PittiVintage.com | address=Borgo degli Albizi 72r | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 230 2676 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Fendi, Ferragamo, Gucci, Lancetti, Valentino. Specializes in Italian and European designer and one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. }} * {{buy | name=Cose Del 900 - Italian Glass Connection | url=http://www.ItalianGlassConnection.com/ | email=Shopkeeper@ItalianGlassConnection.com | address=Borgo San Jacopo 45R | lat= | long= | directions=Just two minutes from Ponte Vecchio. | phone=+39 055 283 491 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 10:30-19:30 | price= | content=Since 1981 specializing in sized-to-order, affordable beaded jewelry featuring handmade Murano glass beads. }} *{{buy | name=Ortigia SRL | url=http://ortigia-srl.com/ | email= | address=Borgo San Jacopo 12R | lat= | long= | directions=next to the Ponte Vecchio | phone=+39 055 282129 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Luxurious soaps, scents, creams, candles and lotions inspired by the aesthetics, colours, and scents of Sicily. }} * {{buy | name=Albrici | alt= | url=http://www.albrici.com | email=info@albrici.com | address=Via dei Serragli 20R | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055211095 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M 15:00-19:00, Tu-Sa 09:00-13:00, 15:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-11-19 | content=Long-established antiques and home decor store located among the traditional artisans' workshops of Oltrarno. Within it, '''Recollection''' sells vintage clothing and accessories. }} '''Beware: '''If the police catch you while buying a knock-off version of something with a brand from an (illegal) street vendor, you can be fined up to €10,000. You'll see plenty of people on the street selling imitation Gucci sunglasses, Rolex watches, and Prada purses dirt cheap. It's okay if the item doesn't have a real brand on it, but buying a knock-off is illegal. ==Eat== [[File:Santa Maria Novella.jpg|thumb|Santa Maria Novella, a wonderful church right near the train station]] Restaurants have separate prices for food that is taken away or is eaten standing up versus sit down; don't try to sit at a table after paying for food or coffee from the restaurant's take away booth. Also ask always beforehand for the price if you want to sit at a table. Otherwise you might be uncomfortably surprised. Cappuccino ''al banco'' i.e. standing up might cost €1-3, but at a table €4. Florence's food can be as much of a treat to the palate as the art is a treat to the eye. There is good food for any price range, from fine restaurants to take out food from window stands. You will find the best price/quality ratio outside the historical centre, where locals go to eat. The worst ratio is probably in the neighbourhood of Mercato di San Lorenzo or immediately south of the Duomo where there are a lot of tourist restaurants. Conversely many of the best restaurants in the city are found in the Santa Croce district or across the river in the Oltrarno. In many trattorias requests for pizza may be met with a rebuff as not every trattoria will have a pizza oven. For local pizza look for smaller establishments in the Sant'Ambrogio district. The best lunch places don't always turn out to be the best dinner places. Dinner in Florence really starts some time between 19:00 and 21:00. If a place looks like they're preparing to close before 20:00, it might not be the best option for an evening meal. Typical Tuscan courses include ''bistecca alla fiorentina'' which is huge t-bone steak weighing from 500g to 1,500g. It has always price given per 100g, e.g. ''€3.5 etto'' (''an etto'' is a "hectogram" or 100 gram-''ettogrammo''). ''crostini toscani'' are crostini with Tuscan liver pâté. There is also a uniquely Florentine fast food with a 1,000-year history - ''lampredotto'', a kind of tripe (cow stomach, or calf for preference, but a different part than the more familiar white "honeycomb" kind, dark brown in color; the name comes from its wrinkled appearance, which apparently reminds locals of a lamprey fish). The ''trippaio'' set their carts in the public squares in the centre, dishing out the delicacy straight from the cauldron in which it is being boiled with herbs and tomatoes, chopping it and slapping the portions between halves of a Tuscan roll; the top is dipped in the broth. A mild green parsley- or basil-based sauce or a hot red one goes with it. There are many ''gelato'' (Italian ice cream) stands; some connoisseurs consider the better Florentine gelato the finest in the world. Often ''gelato'' is made in the bar where you buy it. Because of this there are many exotic flavors of ice cream like watermelon, spumante or garlic. It's hard to find a gelato place open very late, so after dinner might not be an option. Near the Duomo, though, there are a few places open after 22:00. Tuscany is also the wellspring of ''cantuccini'', also called ''biscotti di [[Prato]]''. (In Italian, the singular of biscotti is ''un biscotto''.) It's traditional to enjoy them after a meal by dipping them in ''vin santo'' ("holy wine"), a concentrated wine made from late-harvested grapes, but you can also buy bags of them in stores throughout the city and eat them however you like. ===Budget=== There are numerous ''caffè'' and ''pasticcerie'' where you can find excellent sandwiches. Schiacciata sandwiches are one of the most famous Florentine specialities, and can be the most affordable meals available with a typical cost of €4-7. The most famous Sandwich shop L'Antico Vinaio near the Palazzo Vecchio has become extremely popular due to social media interest and one can queue for up to 45 minutes to buy one there. There are many equally good (if not better) and cheaper Schiacciata options available nearby. Pizza sold by weight is an equally excellent solution for budget dining (vegetarian and vegan options are almost always available), as is any ''caffè'' displaying a "''Primi''" card in its window where you'll find pastas and other dishes at low reasonable prices. The delis (''rosticcerie'') are very affordable (and the food is often quite good), and some also have dining tables if you don't want to take away. You can buy the makings for a picnic or snack at the Mercato Centrale. This large market has everything you might need, often at lower prices than supermarkets. The stalls will also sometimes vacuum seal whatever you buy so you can take it home with you. A general rule: the closer you are to the historic old town, the higher the price. ====Old Town==== * {{eat | name=I fratellini | alt= | url=http://www.iduefratellini.it/ | email= | address=Via dei Cimatori, 38R | lat=43.7705965 | long=11.2554808 | directions= | phone=+39 055 239 6096 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 10:00-20:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Good street food: panini for €5 (Mar 2024) and wine for €2+ (Oct 2018) from a tiny hole in the wall. Patrons eat on the sidewalk while resting their glass of wine on small shelves nested along the street wall. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Mario | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Rosina 2/R | lat=43.7765 | long=11.2545 | directions=near Piazza Mercato Centrale | phone=+39 055 218550 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-15:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Lunch only, no booking, you'll be seated with other walk-ins. Good food, try to save room for a meat main course. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Le Mossacce | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Del Proconsolo, 55R | lat=43.7716550 | long=11.2578941 | directions=Corner of Via del Corso | phone=+39 055 294361 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 12:00-14:30, 19:00-21:30 | price=Primi: €3-6, Secondi €6-25 (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Reliable local eatery. Local produce and meats are prepared simply using traditional recipes and time-honoured tradition. Some pastas are made fresh daily, so ask for the daily special. If you want to experience Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine-style steak), they do it amazingly without breaking your wallet. They sell and cut the steak from a larger rib slab in increments of 100g (with a minimum of 500g per serving). }} * {{eat | name=Self-Service Ristorante Leonardo| alt= | url= | email= | address=Via de' Pecori 11 | lat=43.7726433 | long=11.2530849 | directions=Corner of Via de' Vecchietti | phone=+39 055 284446 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 11:45-14:45, Su-F 18:45-21:45 f | price=Primi €3.5-4. Secondi €4.5-5.5. About €10 per person for a full-course dinner (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Although there is a menu at the entrance, it is better to go straight in and pick what you like. You can also order Bistecca alla Fiorentina. }} * {{eat | name=Tiona Asian Restaurant| alt= | url= | email= | address=Via della Scala 24R | lat=43.7739581 | long=11.2479022 | directions=near Piazza SMN | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Su 12:00-23:00 | price=mains €8 (Nov 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Not that you'd admit to wanting a break from Italian food, but this small friendly Sri Lankan restaurant makes a refreshing change. Ayubowan! }} * {{eat | name=Pescheria Sugarello | alt= | url=http://www.sugarello.it | email=pescheriasugarello@gmail.com | address= | lat=43.77679 | long=11.25328 | directions=ground floor of Mercato Centrale | phone=+39 347 487 0990 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 08:30–14:30 | price=€10 (April 2022) | content=Seafood. Excellent fried calamari and grilled fish fillet with vegetables. You can find also fresh oysters. Be there early, as it gets packed very easily. }} ====Around the bridge Ponte Vecchio==== * {{eat | name=Amici di Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Amici-di-Ponte-Vecchio-201921333158731/?ref=hl | email=stefano.masini@live.it | address=Via dei bardi 39 | lat=43.767142 | long=11.253483 | directions=Pontevecchio | phone=+39 055 205 3172 | tollfree= | hours=11.30 - 16.30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Pizza, schiacciata, homemade sandwiches, wine by the glass, takeaway. }} ====North of the Old Town==== * {{eat | name=Il Vegetariano | alt= | url=http://il-vegetariano.com/ | email= | address=Via delle Ruote, 30 r | lat=43.7807243 | long=11.2573600 | directions= | phone=+39 055 475030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-F 12:30-14:30, 19:30--22:30, Sa Su 19:30-22:30, M 12:30-14:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Budget restaurant with more formal front room, the eclectic middle room, or the peaceful outdoor garden in the back. Daily changing menu with vegan and gluten-free items clearly marked, desserts, salads, soups, hearty brown bread, and a good selection of coffee, tea, wine, beer, and liqueur. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Basílica de la Santa Cruz, fachada, Florencia, Italia, 2019 05.jpg|thumb|upright 1.4|Façade of the Basilica of Santa Croce]] *{{eat | name=Trattoria Zà Zà | alt= | url= | email= | address=Piazza del Mercato Centrale 26R | lat=43.77645 | long=11.2545 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 11:00-23:00 | price=€10-12 for a dish (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=A very nicely decorated restaurant with many vegetarian choices. You can choose to sit inside or outside in the piazza. The menu is huge, lots of choices, and the prices are fair. Service is outstanding, they really cater to your needs. Make sure to try the chianti house wine. Note that they have two seating areas on the piazza: between are two other restaurants, Cantastorie and Garibaldi. }} * {{eat | name=al Tranvai | alt= | url=http://www.altranvai.it/ | email= | address=Piazza T.Tasso, 14 r | lat=43.767018 | long=11.241466 | directions=400 m south of Ponte Vespucchio | phone=+39 055 225197 | tollfree= | hours=M 19:10-22:45 Tu-Sa 12:15-15:00, 19:10-22:45 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Tourists seldom venture this far south. Traditional Tuscan food at decent prices. 1st courses at €7, mains at €10 to €16 and vino at €4 / 0.5L (Oct 2018). The rabbit, asparagus souffle and fiori fritti are excellent and the service very welcoming and warm. }} * {{eat | name="Il Latini" Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via dei Palchetti, 6r | lat=43.7716262 | long=11.2492989 | directions= | phone=+39 055 210916 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Sa Sun12:30-14:30, 19:30-22:30, Tu-F 19:30-22:30 | price=Menu from €40 pp (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fun place, communal seating and lively staff. The steaks are good. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Palle D'Oro dal 1860 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via S. Antonino, 43/45R | lat=43.7759217 | long=11.2527583 | directions=200 m east of SMN train station | phone=+39 055 88383 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-14:30, 18:45-21.30 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Long-standing family-run Tuscan restaurant. This is where the locals come, not least for the low prices. Fixed price 2-course lunch or €13, dinner €14 (Oct 2018) }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Cammillo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Borgo San Jacopo 57/R | lat=43.7681187 | long=11.2499635 | directions=50 m south of Ponte Santa Trinita | phone=+39 055 212427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Th-Tu 12:00-14:30, 19:30-22:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fairly good Tuscan cuisine, with a number of options for vegetarians and vegans. Make reservations or be there as they open. }} ===Splurge=== * {{eat | name=Enoteca Pinchiorri | alt= | url=https://www.enotecapinchiorri.it/ | email= | address=Via Ghibellina, 87 | lat=43.77 | long=11.262222 | directions=100 m north of Santa Croce | phone=+39 055 242777 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 19:30-22:00 | price=Starters from €80, mains €100 pp (March 2020) | wikipedia=Enoteca Pinchiorri | wikidata=Q1405579 | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Michelin-starred restaurant with exquisite meals at splurge prices. }} * {{eat | name=B-Roof | alt= | url=https://www.hotelbaglioni.it/en/bars-restaurants/b-roof | email= | address=Piazza Unità Italiana, 6 | lat= | long= | directions=within Grand Hotel Baglioni | phone=+39 055 235 80 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 235 888 95 | hours=Daily 12:30-14:00, 19:30-22:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fine dining with wonderful night panorama of the city. }} * {{eat | name=Il Cibreo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Dei Macci, 118/R | lat= | long= | directions=corner of V Andrea del Verrocchio | phone=+39 055 234 11 00 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 244 966 | hours=Daily 12:50-14:30, 18:50-23:15 | price=€50-100 each (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Great choice of Tuscan food, with highly selected ingredients. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria da Tito | alt= | url=http://www.trattoriadatito.it/?lang=en | email= | address=Via S.Gallo 112/r. | lat= | long= | directions=100 m south of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 472 475 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:30-15:30, 19:00-23:00 | price=€50-100 each (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Although a bit of a walk from the main attractions, this restaurant speaks for itself with mandatory reservations. Great Italian food and atmosphere. Dinner often includes impromptu free drinks and lively table staff. }} ===Dessert=== * {{eat | name=Gelateria dei Neri | url= | email= | address=Via dei Neri 20r | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Ice cream in many flavors, some experimental, all excellent. }} * {{eat | name=Festival Del Gelato | url= | email= | address=Via Del Corso 75 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=50 flavors and has an upbeat atmosphere }} * '''Perché No''' Via dei Tavolini 19. Freshly made daily from quality ingredients. The pear will be made with real pears and will taste of pears. Typically fruit flavors will be made with seasonally available fruits. Chocolate flavor will taste of cocoa rather than chocolate milk-powder. If you are a chocolate fan, this is the place to go. Specialties are "sorbetto" (ice cream made with water rather than milk, both with fruit and standard flavors, and "mousse" ice creams. Ask for the "special" taste of the day. * {{eat | name=Vivoli | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 292 334 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Via Isole delle Stinche, 7/R. Close to Piazza Santa Croce. Vivoli has a good gelato fruit selection, so definitely try the fragola, or strawberry. Make sure that you ask for the cream on top as well, because it adds another element to an already great dessert. }} ==Drink== [[File:Saint Benedict Spinello Aretino 010.jpg|thumb|325px|Stories from the Legend of St Benedict, frescoes by Spinello Aretino in San Miniato al Monte]] Tap water is safe but those who prefer bottled water will find it plentiful. Still (naturale) and sparkling (gassata) water is available for free from a fountain set into the wall of the Palazzo Vecchio. Make sure to sample the excellent wines of the region. Chianti is the local wine that can be ordered cheaply. Many eateries will offer carafes of various sizes of "house chianti", usually for under €4. === Bars === * {{drink | name=La Cite | alt= | url=http://www.lacitelibreria.info/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A very nice and cozy cafe/bookstore. Good prices, nice atmosphere, good books. Borgo San Frediano 20r. }} * {{drink | name=Enoteca Le volpi e l'Uva | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2398132 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The must of the tasting wines and savory titbits. Piazza dei Rossi, 1. }} * '''Uffizi Museum''' The bar at this museum offers an amazing view overlooking ''la Piazza della Signoria'', but it's only accessible through the museum, so you'll have to buy a ticket. * '''Irish Pub''' (The Fiddlers Elbow) Piazza Santa Maria Novella. This pub has plenty of seating, in addition to live music and great staff. *'''Bebop'''-great coverbands everynight and a €4 pint. Can be found north of the Duomo on the right on Via Dei Servi, before you reach Piazza d Annunziata. * '''Ambrosia''' - Found in Piazza de Ambrosia. This is primarily a wine bar, and you can sample some great wines at a low cost provided you come with friends and share the price of whole bottles. * '''Rivoire''' Piazza della Signoria. Founded in 1872 this terrace facing the ''Palazzo Vecchio'' is a Florentine institution. * '''Paszkowski''' or '''Gilli'''. On the ''Piazza Republica'', next to the hotel Savoy. The terraces on the other side of the ''piazza'' are equally pricey. * {{drink | name=Été | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Faenza 63 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 draft beer | content=A lovely little café with warm service and good local beer and wine. }} === Clubs === *{{drink | name=Cavalli Club | url= | email= | address=Piazza del Carmine, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Drinks run about €10 each | content=Roberto Cavalli, Italian fashion designer, has one his beautiful clubs in Florence. The inside has a stage with a projector of Roberto Cavalli's fashion shows running non-stop. The upstairs can be a private lounge for parties or VIP section on certain nights. This club was the most popular on Wednesday nights, but it’s open on the weekends as well. It’s black and leopard interior fits the natural and animalistic designs Roberto Cavalli creates. Roberto and his two sons are frequently at the club so look out! All ages are appropriate and the dress attire here is rather upscale. This is not just a seasonal club so all year visitors are encouraged to go. }} *{{drink | name=Bamboo Lounge Club | url=http://www.bambooloungeclub.com/ | email=info@bambooloungeclub.com | address=Via Giuseppe Verdi, 57/R | lat=43.77094779999999 | long=11.262094899999965 | directions= | phone=+39 3394298764 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=23:00-04:00 | price=Women free entrance until 01:00; men €10 | content=Bamboo Lounge Club is a great place for young adults and students to party. The music is great from European to American techno and many other worldwide DJs. Bamboo Lounge Club offers VIP tables and has two midsized bars. It is very clean and safe to be in. It is located on Via Giuseppe Verdi not far from the Duomo. Dress is a little more than casual, but not too upscale. The loud music, dancing, and exciting atmosphere gives people a chance to let loose and have fun. The club features mostly house, techno and hip hop music. }} *{{drink | name=Tenax | alt= | url=http://www.tenax.org/ | email= | address=Via Pratese, 46 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=If you love house and electronic music this is the best club to go to. It’s a two-story club, located on the outskirts of Florence, features DJ’s from all around Europe, America, and Australia. This club also holds many concerts during the winter and summer. Many people come from all over to enjoy this club's atmosphere. The dance floor is extremely large and is always very crowded. Be smart where you keep your bag and wallet because it’s very easy to get pick pocketed in large clubs like this. This club usually has a cover of €20 and the drinks are rather expensive, but it is a great place to experience at least once. It is very different than most of the clubs in Florence because of the multi-story building. To venture here would be best by taxi or bus. Since it is located in the outskirts of Florence walking could be difficult and not advised. There are many people who can help in directions in the Santa Maria Novella Station. }} ==Sleep== As elsewhere the price of hotels in Florence has been climbing quickly in the last few years. The golden rule here is if you want something cheap you'll have to stay outside of the historic center. The area around the train station is cheaper, but not as safe, especially for women travelers at night. If you are looking at big chain hotels you should be aware that they are usually quite a distance from the centre, the Novotel for instance is almost at the airport. Certain hotels, particularly those oriented toward business travellers offer special reduced rates during the weekend (e.g. Starhotel Michelangelo) or during slow weeks like Baglioni. Sometimes you can also get a substantial discount by reserving online. In the train station there is a tourist information office which also offers hotel reservations; you can often get good deals through them at the very last minute, but it's not guaranteed. Keyboxes on building exteriors for vacation rental apartments are banned in the UNESCO centre. Confirm check-in arrangements, as self-check-in may be restricted. ===Budget=== There are quite a number of one or two star ''alberghi'' within a short distance of the station. Young women can find accommodation with certain convents at very low prices, and usually in historic locations. On the other hand, you'll have to forget about any late-night Tuscan craziness. ====Camping==== There are campsites round the edge of town: to SW is Ostello Tasso Ente, north is Elite Firenze Gestioie SRL, NE is Camping Albergue, east is Me & Mom in Tuscany, and 3 others further east in Rovezzano. Camping Michelangelo south of town has closed. ====Hostel==== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=Hostel Florence Experience | alt= | url=http://www.hostelflorence.net/ | email=florenceexperiencehostel@gmail.com | address=Via Maggio, 9 | lat=43.76731 | long=11.24931 | directions=Close to Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti | phone=+39 055 293215 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 293215 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €18 (dorm) and €22 (private double room/per person) | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A hostel in a historic Florentine noble palace built in the 14th century and modified in the 17th century. Rooms are occasionally clean. }} * {{sleep | name=Hostel Archi Rossi | alt= | url=http://www.hostelarchirossi.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza, 94r | lat= | long= | directions=Close to SMN train station | phone=+39 055 290804 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2302601 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €18 (dorm) and €26 (private room/per person) | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Never mind the renaissance-kitsch walls. Rooms are clean and rates include breakfast, dinner (except Saturdays) and internet access. }} * {{sleep | name=Hostel 7 Santi | alt= | url=http://www.7santi.com/ | email=info@7santi.com | address=Viale Dei Mille, 11 | lat= | long= | directions=Campo di Marte, 10 min from the center by bus | phone=+39 055 5048452 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 5057085 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorms from €20 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A converted 19th-century convent. Rooms are clean and quiet. Has dorm bunks and private rooms. }} ==== Bed and breakfast==== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=B&B Duomo View | alt= | url=http://www.duomoviewbb.it/ | email= | address=Piazza San Giovanni, 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 288290 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 288290 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Large choice of double bedrooms. Services are in common and some of the guestrooms boast a fantastic view of the Duomo. Internet connection and breakfast also available. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Giglio Bianco | alt= | url=http://www.gigliobianco.it/ | email= | address=Via Romana 28 | lat= | long= | directions=close to Pitti Palace | phone=+39 055 225873 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 7349599 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This B&B has just the one room, the Camera Verde. They feature gourmet meals and cooking classes directed by Chef Vary. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B di Piazza del Duomo | alt= | url=http://www.duomorooms.com/ | email=dipiazzaduomo@yahoo.it | address=Via dell'Oriuolo 49 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 285018 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 285018 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A small B&B, rooms with private bathroom and shower, A/C, LCD TV, free Wi-Fi. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Tourist House Battistero | alt= | url=http://www.touristhousebattistero.it/ | email=info@touristhousebattistero.it | address=Via dei Cerretani, 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 333 8379256 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A lovely B&B in the centre, with the Duomo just 30 m away. }} * {{sleep | name=Florence Stadium B&B | alt= | url=http://www.florencestadium.it/ | email=info@florencestadium.it | address=Via Campo d'Arrigo, 15/A | lat= | long= | directions=across footbridge from Campo di Marte Station | phone=+39 055 212617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €75 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star with clean, spacious rooms near the Stadium and Mandela Forum. }} * {{sleep | name=Giulia Residence | alt= | url=http://www.residenzagiulia.com/ | email=info@residenzagiulia.com | address=Via Porte Nuove 19 | lat= | long= | directions=NW of rwy station | phone=+39 055 3216646 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Decent 3-star, access through clanky iron gate in apartment block. }} * {{sleep | name=Opera Boutique B&B | alt= | url=https://www.operabeb.it/en/ | email= | address=Via Lorenzo il Magnifico, 62 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 388 0585005 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €75 breakfast included | lastedit=2021-01-03 | content=Historic building of the late nineteenth century. }} ====Hotels==== * {{sleep | name=Arizona Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.arizonahotel.it/ | email=info@arizonahotel.it | address=Via Luigi Carlo Farini 2 | lat=43.772651 | long=11.265353 | directions= | phone=+39 055 245321 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2346130 | checkin=12:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This 3-star hotel is in a renovated villa from the 18th century. }} * {{sleep | name=Convitto della Calza | alt= | url=http://www.calza.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Della Calza 6 | lat= | long= | directions=at Porta Romana 1 km south of centre | phone=+39 055 222 287 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3 star in converted 16th-century cloister, with frescoed rooms and a modern conference centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Desirèe | alt= | url=http://www.desireehotel.com/ | email=info@desireehotel.com | address=Via Fiume, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2382382 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 291439 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Friendly 3-star with 18 rooms, next to railway station. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Byron | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbyronflorence.com/ | email= | address=Via della Scala, 49 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 280852 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 213273 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Three-star hotel with parking. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Casci | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcasci.com/ | email= | address=Via Cavour 13 | lat= | long= | directions=500 m from SMN train station | phone=+39 055 211 686 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This small 2-star is in a 15th-century palace and has some original fresco ceilings. Composer Gioacchino Rossini lived here in the 19th century. }} *{{sleep | name=Hotel Dali | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldali.com/en/home-page.html | email= | address=Via dell'Oriuolo 17 | lat=43.772061 | long=11.260683 | directions= | phone=+39 055 2340706 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=One star, consistently clean & cosy, good location, owners Marco and Samanta helpful and fluent in English. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Fiorita | alt= | url=http://www.hotelfiorita.com | email= | address=Via Fiume, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 283189, +39 055 283693 | tollfree=800 280722 | fax=+39 055 2728153 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Next to railway station, on 3rd floor of building that has two other hotels. Rooms have a/c, TV and a safety deposit box. Some rooms also have modem sockets. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Masaccio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmasaccio.eu/ | email=hotelmasaccio@yahoo.it | address=Via Masaccio, 228 | lat= | long= | directions=300 m east of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 578153 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 578153 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €40 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Cozy one-star in a 20th-century villa, with restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Giglio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelgiglio.fi.it/ | email=info@hotelgiglio.fi.it | address=Via Cavour, 85 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2381752 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 461163 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Simple 3-star on edge of centro storico. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia | alt= | url=http://www.kursonia.com/ | email= | address=Via Nazionale, 24 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496 547 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 462 6615 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A small 2-star, basic but clean. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Lorena | alt= | url=http://www.hotellorena.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 282785 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 288300 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two-star hotel in the historic centre, simple but comfy. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Montreal | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmontreal.com/ | email=info@montreal.com | address=Via della Scala, 43 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2382331 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 287491 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double room €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two star, central but basic and dated. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Palazzuolo | alt= | url=http://www.hotelpalazzuolo.com/ | email=info@palazzuolo.com | address=Via Palazzuolo, 71 | lat= | long= | directions=very close to the main train station. | phone=+39 055 214611 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212101 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Basic 2-star, many stairs & no lift, but central. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Romagna | alt= | url=http://www.hotelromagna.it | email= | address=Via Panzani, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 211005 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2396105 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two-star hotel near SMN train station. 22 bedrooms en suite, internet connection and satellite TV. Cosy (ie small rooms, basic), no lift to upper floors. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Delle Tele | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldelletele.net/ | email= | address=Via Panzani, 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 238 2419 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 290 797 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 3-star near SMN Duomo. }} ===Mid-range=== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=Albergo Firenze | alt= | url=http://www.hotelfirenze-fi.it | email=info@albergofirenze.net | address=Piazza Donati, 4 | lat= | long= | directions=Just off Via del Corso | phone=+39 055 268301 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212370 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double room from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=2-star hotel, central but basic. }} * {{sleep | name=Il Bargello B&B | alt= | url=http://www.firenze-bedandbreakfast.it/ | email=info@firenze-bedandbreakfast.it | address=Via dei Pandolfini 33 | lat= | long= | directions=In the historical centre | phone=+39 055 215330 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double rooms with private bath €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Clean friendly 3-star. }} * {{sleep | name=FH Calzaiuoli Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.calzaiuoli.it/ | email=info@calzaiuoli.it | address=via Calzaiuoli 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 212 456 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268310 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €150 | content=Central 4-star going on 3. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Caravaggio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcaravaggio.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Indipendenza | lat= | long= | directions=800 m east of main train station | phone=+39 055 496 310 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 480852 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Good 3-star, consistently clean, well-run & helpful. }} * {{sleep | name=Galileo Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.galileohotel.it/en/index.htm | email= | address=Via Nazionale, 22/a | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496645 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 496447 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single rooms from €80, doubles €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3 star in an elegant 19th-century building, but a/c and wifi erratic. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Basilea Florence | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbasileafirenze.it/ | email= | address=Via Guelfa 41 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 214587 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268350 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €85 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This 3-star hotel offers 38 bedrooms, single, double, twin, triple and 2 large suites, all with private bath, television and internet connection. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Boston | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbostonfirenze.it/ | email= | address=Via Guelfa, 68 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496747 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 470934 | price=B&B doubles from €80 | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel with 16 bedrooms, not all en-suite. Clean but small and basic. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Crocini | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcrocini.com/ | email= | address=Corso Italia 28 | lat= | long= | directions=In the centre | phone=+39 055 212905 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 210171 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 2-star, not all rooms en suite. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel La Gioconda | alt= | url=http://www.hotellagioconda.it/ | email= | address=Via Panzani 2 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 211023 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 213136 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €85 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco | alt= | url=http://www.ilguelfobianco.it/ | email= | address=Via Cavour 29 | lat= | long= | directions=In the heart of the city | phone=+39 055 288330 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 295203 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star in a 15th-century building. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Malaspina | alt= | url=http://www.malaspinahotel.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Indipendenza, 24 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 489869 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 474809 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star in charming a late 19th-century residence, enriched with modern comforts. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Marignolle | alt= | url=http://www.marignolle.com/english/ | email= | address=Via di San Quirichino a Marignolle 16 | lat= | long= | directions=8 km southwest from centre | phone=+39 055 2286910 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2047396 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star in hills outside town, in bosky Tuscan scenery. Outdoor pool May to October. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mario's | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmarios.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza 89 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 216801 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212039 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 3-star. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mia Cara | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmiacaraspa.it/ | email= | address=Via Faenza, 90 (red) | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 216053 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2302727 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Small 3-star a short walk from Santa Maria Novella. Friendly English-speaking staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Morandi alla Crocetta | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmorandi.it/en-index.php | email=welcome@hotelmorandi.it | address=Via Laura, 50 | lat=43.77620 | long=11.26297 | directions=500 m northeast of Duomo | phone=+39 055-2344748 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Comfy 3-star in a Dominican 16th-century convent. On-site garage parking is available. }} * {{sleep | name=Privilege Hotel | alt= | url=http://hotelprivilege.hotelinfirenze.com/ | email=info@hotelprivilege.it | address=Lungarno della Zecca Vecchia, 26 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055-2478220 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel on the bank of the Arno, with single, double, triple and "Family" rooms. Breakfast buffet, hotel bar and garage available. }} * {{sleep | name=Relais Villa Antea | alt= | url=http://www.villaantea.com/ | email=info@villaantea.com | address=Via Puccinotti 46 | lat= | long= | directions=200 m northwest of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 484106 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 484539 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=Doubles from €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Historical residence in an old palazzo with friendly staff. Rooms are spacious. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Rivoli | alt= | url=http://www.hotelrivoli.it/ | email=info@hotelrivoli.it | address=Via della Scala 33 | lat=43.774570 | long=11.246980 | directions=near Basilica SMN | phone=+39 055 27861 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 294041 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star in a former 14th-century Franciscan convent. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel De Rose Palace | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotelderose.com/ | email= | address=Via Solferino, 5 | lat= | long= | directions=near SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 068 1097 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in a traditional Florentine mansion. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Savonarola | alt= | url=http://www.savonarolahotel.it/ | email= | address=Viale Giacomo Matteotti, 27 | lat= | long= | directions=north edge of Centro Storico, on Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 587824 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 587824 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star with one single and 15 twin, double, triple and quadruple rooms. All with private bath, Wi-Fi connection, telephone and breakfast included. }} * {{sleep | name=Novotel Firenze Nord Aeroporto | alt= | url= | email=H1798-RE@accor.com | address=Via Tevere 23, Osmannoro | lat= | long= | directions=2 km northwest of airport | phone=+39 055 53821 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star handy for airport. Well out of city but they have free shuttle to the city center. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa il Mosaico | alt= | url=http://www.villailmosaico.it/ | email= | address=Via di Monticelli, 9-15 | lat= | long= | directions=south bank, 1 km west of centre; tram to Sansovino | phone=+39 055 7135481 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 71 30 898 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Elegant villa, ten self-catering apartments with kitchen, living room, bathroom, internet connection and TV. Private parking and 100 square metre terrace with solarium. }} * {{sleep | name=Residence Select Executive | alt= | url=http://select-executive.florence-hotels-it.com/en/#main | email= | address=Via G. Galliano 13/a | lat= | long= | directions=500 m northwest of SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 330342 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 351506 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel; 12 rooms, some with kitchenette. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Unicorno | alt= | url=http://www.hotelunicorno.it | email= | address=via dei Fossi, 27 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 287313 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268332 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double rooms from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Small 3-star hotel in a 17th-century building. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Grand Hotel Adriatico | alt= | url=http://www.hoteladriatico.it/ | email=info@hoteladriatico.it | address=Via Maso Finiguerra 9 | lat=43.774020 | long=11.245220 | directions=200 m west of SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 27931 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 289661 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-12-19 | content=Modern 4-star hotel in the historical centre, very close to the train station. Rooms and suites are suitable for couples, families, single travellers and group of friends. The hotel features a Tuscan restaurant, a private car park, complimentary breakfast served on a terrace on the ground floor and free minibar for direct bookings. }} * {{sleep | name=Grand Hotel Cavour | alt= | url=http://www.albergocavour.it/ | email= | address=Via del Proconsolo, 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 266271 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 218955 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€150-300 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Friendly, efficient hotel in a 13th-century palazzo. Former residence of the Strozzi-Ridolfi dynasty. }} * {{sleep | name=J and J Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.jandjhotel.net/ | email= | address=Via di Mezzo, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 26312 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 240282 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B single €195, double €225 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in former convent. Has double, twin, junior suite, suite, and double rooms for single use, all en-suite services. }} * {{sleep | name=Kraft Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.krafthotel.it/ | email=info@krafthotel.it | address=Via Solferino, 2 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 284273 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2398267 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel near the centre with swimming-pool, restaurant and 5th-floor terrace with bar. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Laurus al Duomo | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotellaurusalduomo.com/ | email=reservations@florencehotellaurusalduomo.com | address=Via dei Cerretani 54/r. | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2381752 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268308 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Suite rooms with view from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A historic 4-star hotel, close to the Cathedral and Firenze SMN railway station. }} * {{sleep | name=Milu Hotel | alt=formerly La Residenza | url=http://www.hotelmilu.com | email= | address=Via Tornabuoni, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 217103 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 4-star with roof garden with a charming view. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mirage | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmirage.it/ | email= | address=Via Francesco Baracca, 231 (interno 18) | lat= | long= | directions=500 m from Florence airport, 5 km northwest of centre | phone=+39 055 352011 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 374096 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from €110, doubles from €140, triples from €160, apartments from €300 per week | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Comfortable straightforward 4-star hotel with restaurant. Regard this as an airport hotel and you won't be disappointed. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Monna Lisa Florence | alt= | url=http://www.monnalisa.it/ | email=info@monnalisa.it | address=Borgo Pinti, 27 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2479751 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€200-550 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Four-star hotel, and yes it's Monna, that's not a typo. In a restored 14th-century Florentine noble palace. Gym facilities, sun terrace and meeting rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Ponte Vecchio Suites & Spa | alt= | url=https://www.pontevecchiosuites.com/ | email=info@pontevecchiosuites.com | address=Via De' Belfredelli, n° 9 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 217379 | tollfree= |fax=| checkin= | checkout= |hours=| price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2019-05-30 | content=4-star hotel with modern rooms and suites. The hotel offers a private spa for two with a hot tub. Continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi. }} * {{sleep | name=NH Porta Rossa | alt= | url=http://www.nh-hotels.com/nh/en/hotels/italy/florence/nh-porta-rossa.html | email= | address=Via Porta Rossa,19 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2710911 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Gorgeous hotel built in the 12th century. }} * {{sleep | name=L'Orologia | alt=L'O | url=https://www.hotelorologioflorence.com/ita/hotel-firenze/hotel-firenze | email= | address=Piazza di Santa Maria Novella | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 27 73 80 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Swanky boutique 4-star hotel with rooms themed on watches. Nice view of Piazza & Basilica from breakfast room. }} * {{sleep | name=Orto de' Medici | alt= | url=http://www.ortodeimedici.it/ | email=hotel@ortodeimedici.it | address=Via San Gallo 30 | lat=43.778786 | long=11.257540 | directions=Centro storico | phone=+39 055-483427 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055-461276 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in a 19th-century building with gardens. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Magnani Feroni | alt= | url=http://www.palazzomagnaniferoni.com | email= | address=Borgo San Frediano, 5 | lat= | long= | directions=just south of Ponte Carraia | phone=+39 055 23 99 544 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 26 08 908 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €300 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=It's in a 16th-century building that belonged to Marquis Feroni. It has twelve comfortable suites with classic furniture and original frescoes. }} * {{sleep | name=Residence La Repubblica Florence | alt= | url=http://www.residencelarepubblica.com/ | email= | address=Piazza della Repubblica, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 214496 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 214496 | checkin= | checkout= | price=One-person apartment: €160; three/two bedroom apartment: €170 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=21 self-catering apartments for a maximum of six people, all with kitchenette, private bath, internet connection, satellite TV and cooking facilities. Short stays (eg single night) welcome. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotelpittipalacealpontevecchio.com/ | email=reservations@florencehotelpittipalacealpontevecchio.com | address=Via Borgo San Jacopo, 3 | lat= | long= | directions=south end of Ponte Vecchio | phone=+39 055 2398711 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2398867 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star overlooking the bridge; you're paying for the location. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa Poggio ai Merli | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via di Giogoli 5, Scandicci | lat= | long= | directions=6 km southwest of centre | phone=+39 055 250257 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 250718 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A historic residence on edge of city, in large park. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa la Vedetta | alt= | url= | email= | address=Viale Michelangiolo 78 | lat= | long= | directions=on hill just south of Ponte Niccolo | phone=+39 055 681631 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 6582544 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=5-star luxury hotel with panorama of Florence's skyline. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel degli Orafi | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldegliorafi.it/english | email=info@hoteldegliorafi.it | address=Lungarno Archibusieri, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Boutique 4-star in Florence city centre, overlooking river near Ponte Vecchio. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Vecchietti | alt= | url=https://www.palazzovecchietti.com | email=info@palazzovecchietti.com | address=Via degli Strozzi, 4 | lat=43.771617 | long=11.252964 | directions= | phone=+39 055 2302802 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Palazzo Vecchietti | image=Via de' Vecchietti 2 angolo via degli Strozzi 4, palazzo vecchietti, 01,0.jpg | wikidata=Q3891043 | lastedit=2018-11-21 | content=Historic residence a few steps from Piazza della Repubblica, in the centre of Florence. Few suites, elegant and modern. The hotel also offers two apartments in the central area. Gluten-free products and breakfast included in the room rate. }} * {{sleep | name=DoubleTree by Hilton Florence Metropole | alt= | url=https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/flrhfdi-doubletree-florence-metropole/ | email=florencemetropole_info@hilton.com | address=Via del Cavallaccio, 36 | lat=43.773388 | long=11.189746 | directions= | phone=+39-055-78711 | tollfree= | fax=+39-055-78718020 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=from €80 for a King Guest Room to €150 for a suite | lastedit=2026-04-16 | content=A 4-star hotel with views of the city. A spa, fitness centre, room service and business centre are available on site. }} * {{sleep | name=Ad Astra Florence | alt= | url=https://www.adastraflorence.it/ | email=info@adastraflorence.com | address=Via del Campuccio 53 | lat= | long= | directions=in the Oltrarno district | phone=+39 055 0750 602 | tollfree= | checkin=14:00 | checkout=10:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-07-08 | content=A historic residence with 14 rooms enriched by frescoed ceilings and individually furnished with elegant vintage, classic and contemporary touches. The most prestigious rooms and the living room are surrounded by a terrace overlooking the Torrigiani Garden. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Firenze by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts | alt= | url=https://florence.baglionihotels.com/ | email= | address=Via Ghibellina, 87 | lat=43.76998 | long=11.26255 | directions= | phone=+39 55 234 - 2230 | tollfree=+39 55 0949960 | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | image=Via Ghibellina 87 Florenz.jpg | wikidata=Q111412510 | lastedit=2025-07-29 | content=5-star hotel in Florence’s historic Santa Croce district, set in an elegant 18th-century palazzo. Offers classic Florentine-style rooms with high ceilings, marble bathrooms, and parquet floors. Refined and quiet, with gourmet dining and easy access to major landmarks (meals not included). }} ==Connect== Florence has 5G from all Italian carriers, but as of Sept 2021 coverage remains patchy. ==Stay safe== Florence is generally safe and healthy, but beware the inevitable purse-snatchers and [[pickpockets]]. They thrive in crowds, particularly around SMN railway station and on the buses, sometimes working with a decoy such as an insistent beggar. If you have a bag with a classy, noiseless zipper, it will be opened. Also beware at night around tourist spots such as Ponte Vecchio where pickpocketers may approach you pretending to be drunk and friendly, and then snatch your belongings when your guard is down. ==Go next== {{mapframe|show=nearby}} * Florence is a great starting point and base for a tour of [[Tuscany]]. Attractive day trips include [[Pisa]], [[Lucca]], [[San Gimignano]], [[Arezzo]], [[Pistoia]], [[Fiesole]], [[Lucignano]], [[Siena]], and of course the wine zone of [[Chianti]]. [[Greve]] in Chianti is the market town of the Chianti zone and it is in the hills surrounding Greve that you can rent a B&B room or a small apartment on a working vineyard for less than a hotel in Florence. The SITA Pullman buses take you to Greve and [[Panzano]] in about an hour. From then on you see few cars and many cypress and olive trees. :The SITA bus station is just west of the train station in Florence. This is where to go to catch a bus to Siena, San Gimignano, and so on. If you're at the roundabout, facing the train station, go 90 degrees left and stay on the left until just past the fork. You will see the entrance to the SITA garage on your right. * {{listing | type=nearby | name=[[Fiesole]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q82670 | content=A town in the hills above Florence, only a short bus ride away from the centre. It offers a beautiful view of the sunset, and a small museum located on ancient Roman and Etruscan ruins of a temple, an amphitheatre and a pretty, small duomo. }} * {{listing | type=nearby | name=World War II Florence American Cemetery and Memorial | alt= | url=http://www.abmc.gov/cemeteries-memorials/europe/florence-american-cemetery | email= | address= | lat=43.69203 | long=11.20918 | directions=12&nbsp;km (7.5 miles) south of Florence on the west side of Via Cassia. The Rome-Milan highway passes near the cemetery. 20 min bus ride from the Sita Station, just ask agent (get a return ticket) | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Open daily except for 25 December and 1 January; 09:00-17:00 | price=Free to enter | content=The cemetery is the final resting place for 4,402 American military dead lost during the capture of [[Rome]] and the battle for the Apennines. A monument is inscribed with the names of 1,409 Americans whose remains were never found or identified. The atrium of the chapel contains marble maps of World War II Italy campaign. }} * '''Biking options''' outside of the city include the Chianti area, where you can fully enjoy the hills and the elegance of the landscape surrounding you, which has been taken care of endlessly through centuries. Strong scents can be enjoyed in Spring. The warm temperatures and usually stable weather in the good seasons can make the ride even more enjoyable. If you feel more energetic, ascents to Vallombrosa from Pontassieve through Tosi can be very enjoyable. You start from the Arno river plain and you end up in a thick, shady, fresh forest. In all cases, avoid the hottest hours in Summer and be aware of the traffic, which can be heavy and not cyclist-savvy, until you get in secondary or less populated roads. * [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Listed]] rural building complexes (Medici Villas and Gardens) are scattered around Florence: ** {{listing|type=nearby|name=Gardens of Pratolino|alt=Parco Mediceo di Pratolino|wikidata=Q56697550|content=A park containing 14-m-high colossus sculpture}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|43.7833|11.2500}} {{IsPartOf|Florence (province)}} k24q0t0ly6kion1ukdffxnp7fh6cgkm 5328732 5328731 2026-08-15T10:16:01Z Firenze Rafting 2437609 /* Do */ Moved the rafting listing out of "Further out", it is inside the city, and corrected the directions 5328732 wikitext text/x-wiki ²{{pagebanner|Florence banner.jpg|caption=|unesco_whs=yes}} {{otheruses}} '''Florence''' (Italian: ''Firenze'') is the capital of the region of [[Tuscany]] in [[Italy]], with a population of about 367,000 (2022). The city is a cultural, artistic and architectural gem, and is inscribed on the [[UNESCO World Heritage list]]. The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, Florence was the home to powerful families, creative geniuses and scientific masterminds who left their legacies in the city's many museums and art galleries. The city also has a very rich literary history, being the birthplace of the famous poet Dante, and standard Italian today is primarily based on the dialect of Tuscan spoken in Florence. ==Understand== [[File:Duomo from Palazzo Vecchio n01.jpg|350px|thumb|The Duomo, officially Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, is the fourth largest church in Europe, with the biggest brickwork dome in the world]] Politically, economically, and culturally, Florence was the most important city in Europe for around 250 years, from some time before 1300 until the early 1500s. It is now primarily a tourist site, with the much of its non-touristic economy powered by artisans who still nonetheless sell largely to tourist and foreign customers. In the middle ages, Florentines reinvented money, in the form of the gold florin. This currency was the engine that drove Europe out of the Dark Ages, a term invented by Petrarch, a Florentine whose family had been exiled to Arezzo. They financed the development of industry all over Europe, from Britain to Bruges, Lyon and Hungary. They financed the English kings during the Hundred Years' War. They financed the papacy, including the construction of the papal palace in Avignon, and the reconstruction of St. Peter's and the Vatican when the papacy returned to Rome from the "Babylonian captivity". Dante, Petrarch, and Boccaccio pioneered the use of the vernacular — the use of a locally spoken language, rather than Latin. In their case, the vernacular was Tuscan, which, because of them, became the ''lingua franca'' for the entire Italian peninsula, and eventually the basis for standard Italian following unification in 1871. Because Dante, et al., wrote in Tuscan, Geoffrey Chaucer, who spent a lot of time in Northern Italy and who used some of Boccaccio's little stories to inspire his Canterbury Tales, wrote in English. Others started writing in French and Spanish. This was the beginning of the end of Latin as a common language throughout Europe. The Florentines, perhaps most notably Filippo Brunelleschi (1377-1466) and Leon Battista Alberti (1404-1472), invented Renaissance architecture. This architectural style revolutionised the way Rome, London, Paris and every other major city in Europe, from Barcelona to St. Petersburg, was built. Florentines were the driving force behind the Age of Discovery. Florentine bankers financed Henry the Navigator and the Portuguese explorers, who pioneered the route around Africa to India and the Far East. It was a map drawn by the Florentine Paulo del Pozzo Toscanelli, a student of Brunelleschi, that Columbus used to sell his "enterprise" to the Spanish monarchs, and which he then used on his first voyage. Mercator's famous "Projection" is a refined version of Toscanelli's map, taking into account the Americas, of which the Florentine was obviously ignorant. The western hemisphere itself is named after a Florentine writer who claimed to be an explorer and mapmaker, Amerigo Vespucci. [[Image:Florence bridges.jpg|350px|thumb|Bridges over the Arno]] Galileo and other scientists pioneered the study of optics, ballistics, astronomy, anatomy, and so on. Pico della Mirandola, Leonardo Bruni, Machiavelli, and many others laid the groundwork for our understanding of political science. Opera was invented in Florence. And that is just a smidgen of what went on in this city, which never had a population above 60,000 from the first attack of the plague in 1348 until long, long after it became unimportant. And there were the Medici, perhaps the most important family that ever lived. The Medicis changed the world more than any other family. Forget all the art for which they paid. They taught first the other Italians, and then the rest of the Europeans, how to conduct statecraft. For example, Catherine de' Medici (1519-1589) married Henry II of France (reigned 1547-1559). After he died, Catherine ruled France as regent for her young sons, and was instrumental in turning France into Europe’s first nation-state. She brought the Renaissance into France, introducing everything from the châteaux of the Loire to the fork. She also was, to 16th- and 17th-century European royalty, what Queen Victoria was to the 19th and 20th centuries — everybody’s grandmama. Her children included three kings of France, Francis II (ruled 1559-1560), Charles IX (ruled 1560-1574) and Henry III (ruled 1574-1589). Her children-in-law included a fourth king of France, Henry IV (ruled 1589-1610), plus Elizabeth of Hapsburg, Philip II of Spain (of Armada fame), and Mary Queen of Scots. And that is without mentioning any artists. From Arnolfo and Cimabue to Giotto, Nanni di Banco, and Uccello; through Lorenzo Ghiberti and Donatello and Masaccio and the various della Robbias; through Fra Angelico and Sandro Botticelli and Piero della Francesca, and on to Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci, the Florentines dominated the visual arts like nobody before or since. And this list does not include many who, in any other place, would be considered among the greatest of artists, but in Florence must be considered among the near-great: Benvenuto Cellini, Andrea del Sarto, Benozzo Gozzoli, Giorgio Vasari, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Fra Lippo Lippi, Buontalenti, Orcagna, Pollaiuolo, Filippino Lippi, Andrea del Verrocchio, Bronzino, Desiderio da Settignano, Michelozzo, the Rossellis, the Sangallos, Pontormo. And this list does not include the prolific Ignoto. Nor does it include the near-Florentines, such as Raphael, Andrea Pisano, Giambologna, the wonderfully nicknamed Sodoma and so many more, such as Peter-Paul Rubens, all of whom spent time in Florence and were educated by it. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Florence |2.1 |12.2 |58.1 |2.5 |14.7 |63.8 |7.1 |18.2 |61.4 |10.1 |21.0 |67.2 |12.9 |25.3 |63.0 |17.0 |30.1 |22.8 |19.4 |33.3 |14.6 |19.5 |33.4 |25.5 |16.0 |27.3 |41.8 |10.9 |21.5 |66.1 |6.4 |16.6 |90.3 |2.6 |13.4 |81.4 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Florence]] | description = Florence Climate Averages }} Florence boasts a Mediterranean climate with hot, mostly dry summers and mild, wet winters. Day temperatures during summer are very hot, ranging from 30°C in June to 33°C in July and August. Winters experience day temperatures ranging from 11°C in January to 14°C in February. Springs and autumns are mild to warm, with day temperatures ranging from 16°C in November to 27°C in September. Sunshine is abundant throughout the year, with sunshine hours being very elevated in summer and discretely elevated also in winter. ===Tourist information=== * {{listing | name=Tourist information offices | alt= | url=https://www.feelflorence.it/en | email=touristinfo@comune.fi.it | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055000 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 07:00-21:00, Su 09:00-14:00 | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2024-05-16 | content= Infopoint Piazza Stazione 4 is the largest tourist information in the city, with a bookshop and booking service. Infopoint via Cavour 1R, specialises in the territory all around Florence as well as Florence. Infopoint Airport Vespucci is found at the Arrivals. Infopoint Borgo Santa Croce 29r has tourist brochures and general tourist information. E-mail enquiries answered within 24 hours. }} ==Get in== {{Mapframe|43.7692|11.2546|zoom=14}} {{mapshape}} {{mapshapes|Q746258}} <!-- Trams --> ===By plane=== The airport of Florence is Amerigo Vespucci International Airport (FLR IATA) (4 km northwest of the center), locally known as "Peretola", to which there are flights from major destinations in Western Europe. There is only one runway covered by hills, and therefore the flights that land there are relatively infrequent and expensive. The airport is connected by tram line T2 connecting the airport to the train station SMN; The station is on the south side, and ends at Piazza San Marco. The tram station is controlled, to the left of the main entrance. The trams run every 5-15 minutes (depending on the time of day) until 12:30 (02:00 on weekends). One-way tickets cost €1.70 (as of January 2024) and can be purchased with cash or credit cards at vending machines at each station. The tram ride is about 20 minutes from end to end. Taxis charge a flat rate of €25 from the airport to anywhere in the historic center of Florence, plus €1 per large item of luggage. Other airports serving Florence are '''Bologna''' and '''Pisa'''. Bologna (BLQ IATA) is the preferred option which is an hour's drive from Florence by car or train. From the airport of Bologna there are flights all over Europe when the dominant airline is Ryanair. From the airport there are also Emirates and Turkish Airlines flights, so these companies can be used to reach Bologna across Asia, Africa and Oceania. Another airport that is used is the airport of Pisa. which is an hour and a half away from Florence by train. There are fewer flights to Pisa than Bologna. So Bologna is better option. It is better to book a flight that does not land or take off in the evening, because during these hours the reliability of the trains in Italy is quite low, and it is not worth taking the risk of missing a flight, or the last train. Taxi drivers in Bologna and Pisa, if you get stuck there at night, will not agree to take you to Florence. If you are coming from North America from where there are no flights to either Bologna or Pisa, it is better to use the airport in Rome Fiumicino rather than Milan Malpensa, because from Rome the trip to Florence is much faster. ===By train=== Frequent direct trains connect Florence with Rome (90 min), Milan (1 hr 40 min), Venice (2 hr), Naples (2 hr 50 min) and Italy's other main cities. Coming by train from other countries usually involves changing at Milan. However a direct Nightjet runs from Munich leaving around 20:00, reaching Florence around 06:00 and continuing to Rome, with the return leaving Florence towards 22:00 to reach Munich shortly after 08:00. The fare is about €100. This Nightjet divides and also runs to Vienna, with similar times. Almost all trains go to the main station, {{marker|type=go|name=Firenze Santa Maria Novella|alt=Firenze SMN|url=http://www.firenzesantamarianovella.it/en/|wikidata=Q800761|lat=43.7765|long=11.2478}} on the north edge of the historic old town, near most accommodation and sights. There's a bank of Trenitalia ticket machines (cards or cash accepted) on the terminus platform concourse, staffed kiosks in the main hall, and various fast food options there and nearby. An underpass leads south into Piazza SMN. A few regional trains bypass SMN, calling at '''Firenze Campo Marte''', 2 km east near Florence Stadium, '''Firenze Statuto''' 1 km north of SMN, and '''Firenze Rifredi''', 2 km north of SMN. Unless your ticket specifies otherwise, it's valid for any connecting train between those stations and SMN - you'll seldom have to wait longer than ten minutes. Otherwise, take a bus or taxi from the street outside. ===By car=== Florence is well connected by good highways to the rest of Italy. Autostrada A-1 runs to Bologna, Milan and the North, and to Rome and the South. Use Firenze-Impruneta exit for these routes and for Siena via the "Fi-Si" highway. A-11 runs to Pisa and the West: for north of the river follow A-11 to the end, for south of the river turn onto A-1 south to Firenze-Scandicci exit. '''However, driving in Florence is very problematic.''' Driving in the historic centre - inside the wide "viale" where the old city walls were (and still are, south of the river) - is strictly prohibited, except for residents with permits. This is ferociously enforced by camera - if you drive in the prohibited areas, you will be hunted down and sent a stiff fine - around €100 for every camera you pass before escaping the zone. The city raises over €50 million in traffic fines each year, half of this from traffic zone offences. If you're just visiting for the day, use the Park & Ride areas at the edge of town, for instance Villa Constanza (described below under "By bus"). You can leave your car overnight here for €7/24 hr up to 30 days (Oct 2025). If you're driving to pre-booked accommodation in the centre, check ahead with them: given your car registration (Italian ''targa'') they may be able to get you a 30-minute waiver, barely enough to find the hotel in the warren of old streets, drop luggage and check in, then take the car out of the zone. Central car rental offices likewise have a waiver and permitted route to exit and re-enter the city. [https://www.fipark.com Firenze Parking] run a dozen or so edge-of-centre parking lots, with a long walk or a short bus ride to the centre. For example the lot just north of Piazza della Liberta charges €15 per day, €70 per week. Near the centre, parking is more expensive: e.g. a garage costs €30 per night. On the street, you can only use a blue parking space, if you're lucky enough to find one free. White parking places are for residents only and yellow ones are reserved. The price is €1 per hour and charges apply from 08:00 to 20:00; leave the ticket visible inside the car. You need coins for parking, as the machine won't accept banknotes or cards. ===By bus=== [https://www.flixbus.com Flixbus] ply direct between Florence and Rome (3 hr 30, two per hour), Milan (4 hours, roughly hourly), Perugia (2 hours, 4 times), Naples (7 hours, every 2-3 hours), Geneva (12 hours, one overnight, else change in Milan), Marseille (9 hours overnight), Paris (17 hours), Munich (4 per day, 9 hours), Zurich (9 hours), Frankfurt (14 hours), Vienna (12 hours) and Budapest (14 hours). Buses that originate or terminate in Florence stop at the downtown bus station on Piazzale Montelungo next to SMN railway station. Buses that are passing Florence between other cities pick up and drop off at {{marker|name=Villa Constanza Park & Ride |type=go |lat=43.755 |long=11.173 }}, just off Autostrada A-1 on the west edge of the city - take Tram 1. (And see "Get around: By tram" for practicalities.) The parking lot is short of shelter or other facilities. {{go | name=Busitalia SITA Nord Autostazione | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Santa Caterina da Siena, 15/17 | lat= 43.775487| long=11.246591 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2019-05-04 | content=Main bus stop for [http://www.tiemmespa.it/ Tiemme SpA] and [http://www.capautolinee.it CAPautolinee]. Which serve many cities in Tuscany and beyond. }} ==Get around== [[File:Christ in majesty florence baptistry.jpg|thumb|Interior of the Baptistery, showing the mosaic of Christ in Majesty]] <!--===Firenzecard=== The '''[http://www.firenzecard.it/ Firenzecard]''' is a 72-hour pass giving access to some 80 museums, costing €85 per person (see "See"). It doesn't cover public transport, but you can add this with a Firenzecard+ for an extra €7 - this can't be bought separately. It covers you and any other family member under 18 travelling with you. Since the average entrance fee is €8.50, you'll need to see more than ten museums in your 72 hours to show a saving, but that target dwindles if you have other young family with you. It also gets you priority entrance; pre-booking is otherwise near-essential for the big name museums.--> ===On foot=== Most of the major tourist sights in Florence are within easy walking distance of each other. It is possible to walk from one end of the historic center of Florence to the other - north-south or east-west - in a half hour. Walking is not only an easy way to get around, it also offers the chance to 'take in' much more of the city life. Be warned though, that electric motor scooters are small enough to fit where cars cannot. They are relatively quiet but quick and in the summer they often travel into the plazas. Some of the streets in central Florence are closed to traffic. Many more are simply too narrow for buses to get through. Therefore, bus and car tours are not recommended. This is a very small, compact city that really needs to be seen on foot. ===By bicycle=== There is a [[cycling|bike]] rental service organized by the city. Bikes can be hired at several points in the city (and returned to the same place). One of the most convenient for tourists is at the SMN Station. There are other locations at many railway stations, but often with restricted opening hours. In addition, some hotels provide their guests with free bicycles. Bike shops also often rent bikes and some of them organize guided bike tours in the countryside. While there are hills north and south of the center of town, almost all of the historic center of Florence is easy for bikers, because it is flat. But there is a problem: traffic is terrible, with buses, trucks, cars, motorcycles, motorbikes, bicycles, and pedestrians fighting for almost no space. However, a network of cycle paths make it often much faster to circumvent the city centre than to cycle directly through historic streets, even if the destination is in an area such as Santa Croce or Santa Maria Novella. ===By taxi=== Taxis are available, but it may be best if you have your hotel or the restaurant you are eating at call ahead. When taxis are called by phone, the nearest one available is sent to you through the company's radio system with its meter ticking away. In Florence, it can be difficult to hail a cab from the street curb. You either call for one or get one at the very few taxi stands. One popular taxi stand is at the central Santa Maria Novella Train Station, and there are others in a few major squares. The first taxi in the taxi stand line should be available - ask in case of doubt. Most taxis do not take credit cards for payment, so be sure to have cash on hand. Taxis in Florence are relatively expensive. Tipping is not expected, unless the driver helps you carry luggage, etc. ===By bus=== Another way of getting around is by using the public buses from '''[https://www.at-bus.it/en AutolineeToscane]'''. A single-ride ticket costs €1.70, a carnet of 10 tickets is €14 (as of 2024 these are no longer easily available). There are different ways of obtaining a ticket: * '''Paper tickets''' can be bought at tabacchi (shops selling tobacco, which are marked with official looking "T"s out front"), kiosks/newsagents/bars where the symbol "Biglietti AutolineeToscane" is shown, as well as at the AutolineeToscane ticketing office at the bus station outside Santa Maria Novella train station. * '''Contactless via debit/credit card''' at the card readers in your choice of transport, provided your card is branded with a Visa, Mastercard or American Express logo. For urban lines (marked green), simply tap on when getting onto the vehicle; for lines operated on a distance-based fare, also tap off upon leaving the vehicle. Within the ticket's validity period, a new tap in another vehicle will not be charged again. Within 90 minutes of stamping/tapping you can hop-off & hop-on on any bus of the urban AutolineeToscane network. Paper tickets need to be stamped when entering the bus (from the front and rear doors of buses - the central door is supposed to be exit only; though now it is more accepted to enter from the central door). If you are unable to find a ticket vendor, there also ticket machines at some locations accept ING contactless card payment and coins. A ticket may also be available from the driver for €2.50, but there is no guarantee that the driver will agree to sell them. Hold tightly onto the hand rails as Florence traffic is unpredictable and frequent sudden braking is necessary. Unlike bigger cities such as Rome or Naples, buses in Florence are relatively "safe." Keep a close eye on your belongings and avoid showing off cash, jewelry, etc., especially in very crowded buses. ===By tram=== [[File:Firenze - mappa rete tranviaria.svg|thumb|Tram map (2025) ]] There are two [https://www.gestramvia.it/?lang=en tram lines]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} in the city. The first one runs from Villa Constanza Park & Ride on the south-western edge of the city, just off the A-1, so most users are commuters. It runs into town through the western suburbs of Scandicci and L'Isolotto to SMN main railway station (25 min), then turns north to Rifredi and the University/Hospital area. It runs daily 05:00-00:30 every three to ten minutes, and a single ride costs €1.50. The second line connects the airport and the near west side to the city centre and the Santa Maria Novella station. By 2025, the network will have been extended to Piazza della Libertà and Piazza San Marco. ===By car=== Don't even think of it - see "Get in". Just thinking of it is probably enough to incur a fine. ==See== {{infobox|Stendahl Syndrome|"I’m pooped, and I’ll scream if I have to look at any more putti or martyred flesh": the fancy name for this condition is ''Stendahl Syndrome''. Stendahl was the pen-name of the French writer Marie-Henri Beyle (1783-1842) – or at least his best-known name, as he generated pseudonyms on an industrial scale. As French Consul based in Milan, he had ample time (perhaps too much time) to soak up the artistic beauties of Italy, and in Florence he found them overwhelming: "As I emerged from the porch of Santa Croce, I was seized with a fierce palpitation of the heart... the well-spring of life was dried up within me, and I walked in constant fear of falling to the ground." He was much given to histrionics and attacks of the vapours, and in 1979 local psychiatrist Dr. Magherini named this syndrome, claiming to see many examples among first-time visitors to Florence. Weariness and even dizzy-dos are not uncommon after a hard spell of tourism in this city, but think carefully before claiming to suffer from Stendahl Syndrome: a) It’s not recognised in modern disease categories, so you’ll be received with, at best, polite scepticism if you turn up at the local Emergency Room; b) Good luck trying to claim the ensuing expenses on your [[travel insurance]]; c) When you return late to work, the response of your workmates and of your boss is likely to outdo Stendahl in theatricality, and your fear of falling to the ground will be amply justified. So if you feel the well-spring of life drying up in you, head into a bar or café, bang down an espresso, and skip whatever museum or church you planned to see next. Simple. }} Learn from Stendahl and don't try to see too much. Most tourists rush to do the Uffizi, the Duomo and the Bargello. These are indeed splendid, but you may wait hours to get in, and be jostled by tour groups. Pre-book if you know you want to see them; otherwise spread out and see stuff that is equally fine but less touristy. A long weekend here could comfortably take in a sprinkling of old churches, and a couple of museums or galleries. But leave time and energy for just enjoying the ambience. '''Churches:''' the standout is definitely the '''Duomo''' or Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. But other fine churches north of the river include San Lorenzo, Santa Maria Novella, Santa Trinita, Santa Croce, Santo Spirito, SS Annunziata and Ognissanti. Highlights south of the river are Santa Maria del Carmine and San Miniato al Monte. '''Art galleries:''' aim to do at least one of Uffizi, Pitti Palace, Accademia, Bargello and the Museum of the Works of the Duomo. They are filled with the brilliant creations of all the renaissance big names: Donatello, Verrochio, Desiderio da Settignano, and Michelangelo. There are also several modern galleries. '''City views:''' the classic panorama is from Piazzale Michelangelo, on the hillside just south of the river, and from San Miniato al Monte a little higher up. But every tour bus pauses here for photos so it can get mobbed. There is also a great view from the dome of the Cathedral or Giotto's Bell Tower, and an even greater line to climb them. Consider whether you'll benefit from buying a '''Firenzecard''', described earlier. Florence is featured in ''Assassin's Creed II''; see [[Assassin's Creed Tour]]. ===Piazza del Duomo=== [[File:Florence Italy Baptistry-02.jpg|thumb|160px|The "Gates of Paradise" to the Baptistery, by Lorenzo Ghiberti]] The Cathedral, Santa Maria del Fiore, is an astonishing confection dominating the piazza below and the skyline above. It's the fourth largest Christian church in the world, behind the Basilica of Our Lady of Peace in Yamoussoukro, Côte d'Ivoire; St Peter's in Rome; and St Paul's in London. It's an early example of "technology-forcing" - like the US lunar missions of the 1960s, the 13th-century Florentines started building it without knowing how they'd complete it, until along came Brunelleschi and his vast crowning dome. The eye-catching facade is 19th-century. In front of the cathedral is the ornate medieval Baptistery, in use until modern times. Also in the piazza is the Bell Tower, designed by Giotto. The artwork from these buildings has been replaced by replicas, with the originals in the adjacent Museum of the Works of the Duomo. Buy a '''combined ticket''' online for €18 (concessions €3) to enter the following monuments (one entry per monument, valid for 72 hours after first use, book up to 30 days ahead; '''all closed''' first Tuesday of the month): * {{see | name=Santa Maria del Fiore | alt=Duomo | url=http://www.duomofirenze.it | email= | address= | lat=43.773232 | long=11.255992 | directions=Enter by right hand door in west facade; disabled access on south flank | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10:00-16:30, Su 13:30-16:45 | price= | wikipedia=Florence Cathedral | image=Duomo Firenze.jpg | wikidata=Q191739 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=The cathedral interior is to a basilica pattern; it's vast and at first feels dark and empty. Give your eyes time to adjust, and admire the stained glass windows, funeral monument of Bishop d'Orso, and altar of St Zanobius. Below is the '''Crypt''' (M-Sa 10:00-17:00) with remains of the preceding cathedral of Santa Reparata, and the tomb of Brunelleschi. Giotto is believed to lie here somewhere, but his tomb has yet to be identified. Above is the soaring cupola or '''Dome'''. The cathedral is free, but you need a pre-booked ticket and time-slot to climb the 464 steps up to the Dome (entrance north side of the church). Slots are available M-F 08:30-19:00, Sa 08:30-17:00 and Su 13:00-16:00. }} * {{see | name=Giotto's Tower | alt=Campanile di Giotto | url=https://www.ilgrandemuseodelduomo.it/monumenti/4-campanile | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:15-19:00 | price=By ticket | wikipedia=Giotto's Campanile | image=Firenze-campanileentrance.jpg | wikidata=Q1140023 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Almost {{m|85}} tall, with 414 steps to climb, this richly decorated tower is topped by an open terrace with a panorama of the Duomo, city and surrounds. }} * {{see | name=Baptistery | alt= | url=http://www.museumflorence.com/monuments/3-baptistry | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 08:15-10:15 & 11:15-19:30, Sa 08:15-18:30, Su 08:15-13:30 | price=By ticket | lastedit=2018-11-09 | wikipedia=Florence Baptistery | image=Firenze.Baptistry06.JPG | wikidata=Q732511 | content=Octagonal plan, with a pyramidal roof covering its dome. It's famous for its bronze doors by Andrea Pisano (14th century) and Lorenzo Ghiberti (15th century) and a beautiful interior vault decorated with 13th-century mosaics. The interior is being restored and is unviewable as of April 2024, though the exterior can be seen. }} * {{see | name=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo | alt=Museum of the Works of the Duomo | url=https://www.museumflorence.com/ | email= | address=Piazza del Duomo 9 | lat=1 | long= | directions=Directly behind the dome end of the cathedral | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F-W 09:00-19:00, Th 09:00-17:00 | price=By ticket | lastedit=2018-11-09 | wikipedia=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo (Florence) | image=Museo dell'Opera del Duomo.JPG | wikidata=Q1200696 | content=This houses original artworks from the Duomo and surrounding religious buildings, including sculptures by Donatello, a Michelangelo Pietà (different from his version in Saint Peter's, Rome) and the losing entries in the 1401 contest to design the doors of the Baptistery. Plus models and drawings of the Cathedral. }} ===Museums=== Book ahead for the big-name museums. All of these (plus Boboli Gardens) have a [http://www.b-ticket.com/b-ticket/uffizi/ combined booking portal] and there are several combi-tickets. In practice, it's Uffizi that draws the biggest crowds and so is hardest to access; your options are: :- Just wait in line. On a good day this could mean a 4- to 5-hour wait, hopefully in good weather. On a bad day you wait hours outside in bad weather then they sell out and turn you away. This is especially likely on the first Sunday of the month when entry is free. Tuesday too is crowded, since it's closed Monday so there's pent-up demand. :- Go on an organised tour - these have a pre-booked slot and you step right in. ''Caveat emptor'', as tour operations range from the shambolic and rushed to the sublime and educating. :- Buy a Firenzecard, so you skip the usual line. Upmarket hotels sometimes also have access to priority slots. :- Book online, paying €4 extra and pre-printing your email for a fixed time slot. Be there at least an hour ahead, because so many people are skipping line, there's a line to skip the line. :- Book by phone on +39 055 294883, likewise paying €4 extra for a fixed slot and arriving an hour early. It's not clear how long you'll typically wait to get through by phone. [[Image:Uffizi Gallery - Daughter of Niobe bent by terror.jpg|thumb|Galleria degli Uffizi - Daughter of Niobe is bent by terror of Gods]] [[Image:Galileo galilei, telescopi del 1609-10 ca..JPG|thumb|right|Galileo's Original Instruments, Museo Galileo]] * {{see | name=Galleria degli Uffizi | alt= | url=http://www.uffizi.it/ | email= | address=Piazzale degli Uffizi | lat=43.768439 | long=11.2559 | directions= | phone=+39 055 294883 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50, M closed, last admission 18:00; you may not bring in water | price=High season (21 Feb-9 Nov; 21 Dec-9 Jan): adult €29 (or €23 for early morning tickets: 08:15 and 08:30), conc €6, combi with Pitti & Boboli €38; low season: adult €16, conc €6, combi €18; including a booking fee of €4 | wikipedia=Uffizi | image=Galleria degli Uffizi court crop.JPG | wikidata=Q51252 | lastedit=2024-10-27 | content=Outstanding fine art museum with Renaissance paintings and sculptures from classical antiquity. It's in a late 16th-century palazzo designed by Vasari, in two wings enclosing a long narrow courtyard, effectively a street, an innovation in its day. Originally the palazzo was magistrates' offices (hence "Uffizi") and state archives; then it came to house the Medici's vast art collection. However, one collections seems to have crossed purposes: the massive number of standardized portraits, placed in the hallway, seem to have been an ID system for identifying important foreigners when they came to town. The artworks are on the first and second floors, they keep the lifts well hidden. Highlights include ''Birth of Venus'' by Boticelli, ''Dukes of Urbino'' by della Francesca, ''Medusa'' by Caravaggio, ''Venus of Urbino'' by Titian, ''Annunciation'' by da Vinci, ''Pope Leo X and family'' by Raphael, Velasquez' self-portrait, Rembrandt's final self-portrait, and many other big names. Allow three hours for a visit. Uffizi specialises in the Renaissance, so although later styles are represented, examples are few: you don't really come here for the 18th- to 20th-century material. The restaurant/cafè has a large balcony overlooking the main piazza with good views of the Palazzo Vecchio, and naturally their prices reflect the views. }} * {{see | name=Bargello | alt=Museo Nazionale del Bargello | url=http://www.bargellomusei.beniculturali.it/ | email= | address=Via de Proconsolo 4 | lat=43.7704 | long=11.25801 | directions= | phone=+39 055 294883 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily Apr-Oct: 08:15-17:00, Nov-Feb: 08:15-14:00, but closed 2nd & 4th Su and 1st, 3rd & 5th M of each month | price=Adult €11, conc €4, booking fee €3 | wikipedia=Bargello | image=Sala del Verrocchio museo nazionale del Bargello Firenze.jpg | wikidata=Q388448 | lastedit=2023-09-19 | content=Used as a barracks and prison until the 19th century, this museum houses some of the best Renaissance and Mannerist sculpture. Big names here include Michelangelo, Donatello, Ammannati, Bandinelli, Andrea and Jacopo Sansovino, Desiderio da Settignano, Giambologna, and Antonio Rossellino. It also displays ceramics, textiles & tapestries, ivory, silver, armour and coins. Allow two hours. Not nearly as crowded as the Uffizi or Galleria dell'Accademia and paying a fee to book in advance is likely not necessary. }} * {{see | name=Galleria dell'Accademia | alt=Accademia Gallery | url=http://www.galleriaaccademiafirenze.beniculturali.it/ | email= | address=Via Ricasoli 58-60 | lat=43.77691 | long=11.25848 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50 | price=Adult €16, conc €4, booking fee €4 | wikidata=Q10855544 | lastedit=2018-11-19 | content=Highlights are Michelangelo's original ''David'' (the one in Piazza della Signoria is a copy) and his unfinished '' Slaves''. It also includes Florentine painting, a museum of musical instruments, and Russian icons. No photography is allowed inside. N.B. the "Accademia di Belle Arti" next door is a university department, not connected with the Gallery. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Pitti | alt=Pitti Palace | url=http://www.palazzopitti.it/ | email= | address=Piazza de' Pitti | lat=43.765 | long=11.25 | directions=200 m south of Ponte Vecchio | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 08:15-18:50, last admission 18:00 | price=Mar-Oct: adult €16, conc €8, combi with Uffizi & Boboli €38; Nov-Feb: adult €10, conc €5, combi €18; booking fee €4 | wikipedia=Palazzo Pitti | image=Florence-PalaisPitti.jpg | wikidata=Q29286 | lastedit=2018-11-18 | content=The original Pitti was a banker; the palace has housed royalty but became best known for its Medici family treasures. It's now divided into four museums (same ticket): ground floor is the Treasury of the Grand Dukes; first floor houses the Palatine Gallery and the Royal and Imperial Apartments, second floor is the Modern Art Gallery and the Museum of Costume and Fashion. The Boboli gardens are just behind the palazzo. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Davanzati | alt= | url=http://www.bargellomusei.beniculturali.it/musei/4/davanzati/ | email= | address=Via Porta Rossa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:15-14:00, Sa Su 13:15-19:00 | price=€6, conc €2 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q657629 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=a house museum with antique fittings and furniture }} * {{see | name=Museo Galileo | alt= | url=https://www.museogalileo.it/en/ | email= | address=Piazza dei Giudici 1 | lat=43.767756 | long=11.255956 | directions= | phone=+39 055 265 311 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:30-18:00, except Tu 09:30-13:00 | price=€13 | wikipedia=Museo Galileo | image=Firenze-museo storia della scienza.jpg | wikidata=Q1668196 | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=This museum shows the evolution of the instruments used in various scientific fields such as mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, astronomy. The room of Galileo Galilei shows some of his original instruments as well as models from his drawings. The room of Spheres and Globes houses an excellent cartographic collection. In a rather macabre twist the museum also has the middle finger of Galileo's right hand on display. The museum offer some descriptions in Italian and English but you can access other languages by scanning QR codes (Chinese, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, German). The museum offers an open WiFi. It is recommended to have an idea of the principles behind the instruments (as the descriptions on the labels are rather generic). For that, you can download their free audio-guide app available in Italian and English ([https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=telemaco.museogalileo.app Google Play], [https://itunes.apple.com/it/app/museo-galileo/id871818097?mt=8 Apple Store]) and get an idea of the instruments displayed. }} * {{see | name=Museo Horne | alt= | url=http://www.museohorne.it/en/ | email= | address=Palazzo Corsi on via dei Benci, 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th-Tu 10:00-14:00 | price=€7 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q531218 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Displays art and furnishings of the 14th & 15th century. The building and art collection were owned by art historian Herbert Percy Horne. }} * {{see | name=Archaeological Museum | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/198/firenze-maf-museo-archeologico-nazionale | email= | address=Piazza della Santissima Annunziata 9B | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€8 | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q637237 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=The Etruscan art collection is particularly good. }} * {{see | name=Museo Novecento | alt= | url=http://www.museonovecento.it/en | email= | address=Piazza Santa Maria Novella 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Sa-W 11:00-20:00, Th 11:00-14:00, F 11:00-23:00, Firenze Cardholder free | price=Adult €8.50, concs €4 | wikidata=Q38901928 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Gallery of 20th- & 21st-century art, on three floors of a palazzo. }} * {{see | name=Museo Marini | alt= | url=https://museomarinomarini.it/en/ | email= | address=Piazza di San Pancrazio | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Sa-M 10:00 - 19:00, other days by reservation | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q913040 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Houses the work of that contemporary sculptor. }} * A Contemporary Art gallery is sited in {{marker|type=see|name=Palazzo Strozzi|wikidata=Q521619}}, and there are several other collections around city centre. * {{see | name=Stibbert Museum | alt= | url=http://www.museumsinflorence.com/musei/stibbert_museum.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Montughi hill, 2 km north of city centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-W 10:00-14:00, F-Su 10:00-18:00 | price=€8 | wikidata=Q3329363 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Has a great collection of armour and arms. }} === Old town centre === [[File:Palazzo vecchio Florence.jpg|thumb|The Palazzo Vecchio]] * {{see | name=Palazzo Vecchio | alt= | url=https://cultura.comune.fi.it/pagina/musei-civici-fiorentini/museo-di-palazzo-vecchio | email= | address= | lat=43.769315 | long=11.256174 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price="Museum" ''or'' "Tower and Battlements": €12.50 adults, €10 concessions. "Museum" ''and'' "Tower and Battlements": €17.50 adults, €15 concessions | wikipedia=Palazzo Vecchio | image=Firenze Palazzo della Signoria, better known as the Palazzo Vecchio.jpg | wikidata=Q271928 | lastedit=2022-08-29 | content=Old city palace/city hall, adorned with fine art. The replica of Michelangelo's "David" is placed outside the main door in the original location of the statue, which is a symbol of the Comune of Florence. The site displays an important collection of Renaissance sculptures and paintings, including the ''Putto'' by Verrochio and the series of murals by Giorgio Vasari at the Salone dei Cinquecento (Hall of the Five Hundreds) - the hall which used to display the now lost Renaissance masterpiece, that is, the so-called Battaglia di Anghiari, by Leonardo da Vinci. }} * {{see | name=Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.767989 | long=11.253192 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Ponte Vecchio | image=Ponte Vecchio at dusk 1.JPG | wikidata=Q208633 | lastedit=2018-11-18 | content=The oldest and most celebrated bridge over the Arno, and the only Florentine bridge to survive World War II. The design is distinctive: it's a three-arched bridge supporting a parade of shops supporting another bridge. It dates to 1345 (hence Ponte Vecchio, "old bridge"), with earlier bridges being swept away by floods, rebuilt and swept away again. At street level it's a pedestrianised cobbled arch. It's lined by shops, which were butchers until Renaissance times then - in an insight as dramatic as the discovery of perspective in painting - they realised that goldsmiths' shops paid higher rents and didn't stink; so from then to this day it's just been overpriced jewellery shops and market stalls. Above these is the higher bridge, the Vasari Corridor, a private walkway added in 1565 so that the Medici Dukes could move between Palazzo Vecchio (Town Hall) and Palazzo Pitti (their blingy residence) without mixing with common folk. On the south bank, the Corridor nowadays continues as a gallery of the Uffizi, and there is sometimes talk of extending this over the bridge, or otherwise making the space accessible. Nothing's come of this so far, so the common folk will have to continue admiring the scene from street level. }} [[Image:Galileo's Tomb, Santa Croce.JPG|thumb|right|Galileo's Tomb, Santa Croce]] * {{see | name=Santa Croce | alt= | url=http://www.santacroceopera.it | email= | address= | lat=43.768389 | long=11.262833 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Adult €8, concs €6 | wikipedia=Santa Croce, Florence | image=Eglise santa croce.jpg | wikidata=Q51177 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Contains the monumental tombs of Galileo, Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Dante, Rossini, and many other notables in addition to artistic decorations. There is also great artwork in the church. The Museo dell'Opera di Santa Croce (included in ticket) displays a flood-damaged but still beautiful Crucifix by Cimabue (Giotto's teacher), which has become a symbol of the disastrous floods of 1966. The ticket also includes Pazzi Chapel, a perfectly symmetrical example of sublime neo-Classic Renaissance architecture. }} * {{see | name=Santa Maria Novella | alt= | url=https://www.smn.it/en/visit/ | email= | address= | lat=43.7746 | long=11.2493 | directions=near the train station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€7.50 adults, €5 concessions | wikipedia=Santa Maria Novella | image=Santa Maria Novella.jpg | wikidata=Q51175 | content=A beautiful church with great artwork, including a Trinity by Masaccio that is being restored as of April 2024 but can still be seen from the scaffold for an additional charge of €1.50 and a great series of frescoes by Ghirlandaio behind the altar. Also, the museum near the Chiostro Verde, outside the church to its left (follow the signs in the church), contains gently restored frescoes of Old Testament scenes by Paolo Uccello which are quite unusual in style and well worth seeing. Off of another cloister is the wonderful Spanish Chapel which is covered in huge, impressive 14th-century frescoes. Also don't miss the Cappella Strozzi di Mantova, up a flight of stairs at the end of the left transept, with dramatic frescoes of Heaven, Hell and Purgatory by Nardo di Cione. The gift shop is in the Sacristy, which also contains paintings and other artwork. Allotting 1 1/2-2 hours to see everything would be reasonable. }} * {{see | name=Orsanmichele | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.770758 | long=11.255169 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Orsanmichele | image=Orsanmichele corner.JPG | wikidata=Q860816 | content=A beautiful old church from the 14th century, which once functioned as a grain market. }} * {{see | name=San Lorenzo | alt= | url=https://sanlorenzofirenze.it/ | email= | address= | lat=43.774889 | long=11.253864 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Lorenzo, Florence | image=Basilica di san lorenzo 33.JPG | wikidata=Q573881 | content=The façade of this church was never completed, giving it a striking, rustic appearance. Inside the church is pure Renaissance neo-classical splendor. If you go around the back of the church, there is a separate entrance to the Medici chapels. Be sure to check out the stunning burial chapel of the princes and the sacristy down the corridor. The small sacristy is blessed with the presence of nine Michelangelo sculptures. }} * {{see | name=San Marco Convent | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/190/museo-di-san-marco-firenze | email= | address= | lat=43.778198 | long=11.259329 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Museo Nazionale di San Marco | image=Firenze, chiesa e convento di san marco, facciata 01.jpg | wikidata=Q13453137 | content=Houses frescoes by Fra Angelico and his workshop. Fra Angelico painted a series of frescoes for the cells in which the Dominican monks lived. }} * {{see | name=Great Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence | alt=Sinagoga e Museo Ebraico Firenze | url=https://www.jewishflorence.it/?lang=en | email=firenzebraica@operalaboratori.com | address=Via Luigi Carlo Farini 6 | lat=43.772819 | long=11.266625 | directions=around the corner from Piazza Sant'Ambrogio | phone=+39 055 298 9879 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jun-Sep: M-Th 10:00 - 18:30, F 10:00 - 17:00; Oct-May: Su-Th 10:00 - 17:30, F 10:00 - 15:00. Closed except for religious services on Saturdays and Jewish holidays | price=€6.50 total for the synagogue and museum | wikipedia=Great Synagogue of Florence | image=Tempio Israelitico.JPG | wikidata=Q1548456 | lastedit=2021-11-27 | content=Lovely Moorish-style synagogue built in 1882 and a museum with many artefacts and documentation of Florentine Jewish life going back many centuries; audio tours in multiple languages are available. }} * {{see | name=The English Cemetery | alt=Cimitero degli inglesi | url= | email= | address=Piazzale Donatello | lat=43.77748 | long=11.26822 | directions=a short walk from the Great Synagogue and Jewish Museum of Florence | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=English Cemetery, Florence | image= | wikidata=Q1092134 | lastedit=2021-11-27 | content=In the 19th century, the "English Cemetery" received anyone that the city's churchyards wouldn't receive, e.g. Orthodox Christians, but Britons and Americans were the majority. Famous names here include Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Fanny Trollope and Beatrice Shakespeare, a relative of William. There are lots of ornate gravestones with flowery inscriptions in multiple languages. }} * {{see | name=Piazza della Signoria | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.769722 | long=11.255556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazza della Signoria | image=Giuseppe Zocchi - The Piazza della Signoria in Florence - WGA25992.jpg | wikidata=Q849846 | lastedit=2026-06-19 | content=Piazza della Signoria is the grand open space in front: not quite a square, as Palazzo Vecchio blocks out one corner. Sights here are the equestrian statue of Cosimo de Medici, the Fountain of Neptune, the statue of David, and Loggia dei Lanzi, an open arched gallery of Renaissance sculpture }} ===South bank of the Arno=== [[Image:Boboli-gardens-from-palazzo.jpg|thumb|The Boboli Gardens seen from the Pitti Palace]] * {{see | name=Santa Felicita | alt= | url=http://www.santafelicita.it | email= | address= | lat=43.766833 | long=11.252636 | directions=just south of Ponte Vecchio | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Santa Felicita, Florence | image=SantaFelicitadiFirenze01.jpg | wikidata=Q1069665 | content=Contains frescoes of the Annunciation and a painting of the Deposition of Christ by the brilliant and weird mannerist painter, Pontormo. They are to be found in the Barbadori Chapel, which is to your immediate right when entering the church. }} * '''Pitti Palace:''' see Museum listing above. * {{see | name=Boboli Gardens | alt= | url=http://www.polomuseale.firenze.it/musei/boboli/ | email= | address= | lat=43.76254 | long=11.248198 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Adult €10 | wikipedia=Boboli Gardens | image=Boboli Gardens.jpg | wikidata=Q888825 | lastedit=2019-05-11 | content=Elaborately landscaped and with many interesting sculptures, behind the Pitti Palace. Wonderful city views. Don't miss the Bardini gardens. Entrance to that is included in the combination ticket price for the Boboli, and it's a short walk from the Boboli Gardens. There are great views of the Duomo from the Bardini gardens. }} * '''Natural History Museum''' ("La Specola") is on Via Romana next to Pitti Palace. Open Tu-Su 09:00-16:00. * {{see | name=Santa Maria del Carmine | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.767778 | long=11.243611 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Santa Maria del Carmine, Florence | image=Piazza del Carmine, veduta sulla chiesa del carmine.jpg | wikidata=Q1042634 | content=Famous frescoes (Masaccio’s Adam and Eve Banished From the Garden and others by Lippi and Masolino) in the Brancacci Chapel. }} * {{see | name=Piazzale Michelangelo | alt=Michelangelo Square | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.76292 | long=11.26516 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazzale Michelangelo | image=David piazzale michelangelo.jpg | wikidata=Q1348158 | content=Plaza on a hillside with a great view of the city. Go there by bus or climb the stairs and paths from the Lungarno della Zecca. }} * {{see | name=San Miniato al Monte | alt= | url=http://www.sanminiatoalmonte.it/ | email= | address= | lat=43.759444 | long=11.265 | directions=uphill from Piazzale Michelangelo | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Miniato al Monte | image=Sanminiato.jpg | wikidata=Q844337 | content=The Sacristy contains frescoes by Spinello Aretino. In the cemetery near this church there are graves of famous people of Florence, including Carlo Lorenzi (Collodi) - author of the famous Pinocchio. Also, turn around when you reach the top of the stairs before entering the church, to see perhaps an even greater view of the city than from nearby Piazzale Michelangelo. }} * '''Museo Stefano Bardini:''' collection of early Florentine art, housed in the Palazzo Mozzi just south of Ponte alla Grazia. It's open F-M 11:00-17:00. == Do == [[Image:Giotto's Tower.JPG | thumb | 300px | Campanile next to the Duomo ]] Great places to walk include along the Arno and across any of its bridges; through narrow, medieval back streets in the Santa Croce area; and in the Oltr'Arno, on the south side of the river, which is in many ways like Rome's Trastevere or Paris's Left Bank, but far, far smaller. * '''Climb the Duomo or Campanile:''' Traverse the winding staircases inside the Duomo or the nearby bell tower to see some of the best views of Florence. Not only can you see the Tuscan countryside in the distance and the impressive palaces and churches of Florence in the fore, but it also shows you just how large the Duomo is. * '''Stroll the Boboli Gardens:''' These extensive gardens behind the Pitti palace provide excellent views of the city of Florence and numerous sculptures in a relaxed environment. Stop in the hilltop café, grab a drink and a seat outside and enjoy the view. * '''Street performers''' strut their stuff in front of Palazzo Vecchio of an evening. Performances can range from violin duets to people dressed as sculptures. A nice place to stop while you eat your after-dinner gelato. * {{do | name=Enjoy the view from the Piazzale Michelangelo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=It's a big square on a hill, but somewhat distant from the traditional tourist sites. It's easy to reach it even on foot using the stairs called "Rampe di San Niccolò". They are on the side of the Arno RIver just in front of the national library. Do this during the summer and during the night to admire Florence's lights. }} * '''Join a monastery:''' those aged 18-35 are invited to take a two-day spiritual retreat at Badia Fiorentina on Via del Proconsolo. Or just come to hear sung vespers at 18:00 and mass at 18:30 nightly in this peaceful church, filled with artwork. It's central yet virtually free of tourists. * '''Football:''' [https://www.acffiorentina.com/it ACF Fiorentina] play soccer in Serie A, Italy's top tier. Their home ground Stadio Artemio Franchi (capacity 43,000) is 2 km northeast of city centre. * {{do | name=Firenze Rafting | url=https://www.firenzerafting.it/ | email=info@firenzerafting.it | address=Arno riverbank in front of the Torre San Niccolò | lat=43.765290118596546 | long=11.264592038101139 | directions=Meeting point on the Arno riverbank by Torre San Niccolò, about 5 minutes on foot downstream from Ponte Vecchio | phone=+393490921540 | hours=Mar-Nov, departures every day | price=from €35 per person | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Guided rafting trips on the Arno through the historic centre, passing beneath Ponte Vecchio. Tours last about one hour, require no previous experience and are run in inflatable rafts with an instructor in each boat. Equipment is provided; participants should expect to get wet. Booking in advance is required. }} === Further out === * {{do | name=Impruneta spa | url=http://terme.borghitoscani.com/terme-di-impruneta.asp | email= | address=Via Cassia 217, Terme di Firenze | lat= | long= | directions=from the city of Florence, take the Autostradale Firenze - Siena and the SR2; the spa is on a lefthand turnoff from the R2, approximately 13 km south of the city of Florence | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The thermal waters of Impruneta spring from two sources and are used to treat respiratory diseases, liver, gastrointestinal, and skin allergies. }} == Learn == === Photography === *{{do | name=Florence Photography Workshop & Tour | url=http://www.florenceinferno.com/walking-tours/photography-workshop/ | email=info@florenceinferno.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 348 840 0459 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=12:00-18:00 (13:30-19:30 in July and August)| price= | content=Discover Florence with your camera and with a professional photography teacher (a Vogue-featured American photographer) and an official Florence guide at your side. }} === Italian language === *{{do | name=ABC School | url=http://www.abcschool.com | email=info@abcschool.com | address=Via dei Rustici 7 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 212001 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212001 | hours=09:00-17:00 | price= | content=Italian language school offering language and cultural courses since 1982. }} *{{do | name=Centro Machiavelli |alt= | url=http://www.centromachiavelli.it/en/ | email=school@centromachiavelli.it | address=Piazza Santo Spirito 4 | lat=43.76657 | long=11.24772 | directions= | phone=+39 0552396966 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2016-08-27| content=Italian language and cultural school for foreigners. The structure and the contents of the programmes for the levels are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The school also organises a programme of cultural activities and excursions to complement the language classes and enable the students to come into contact with the Italian culture and practice Italian in the field. }} *{{do | name=Istituto Galilei | url=http://www.galilei.it | email=info@galilei.it | address=Via Alfani 68| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 29 46 80 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 28 34 81 | hours= | price= | content=Italian language school specializing in one-to-one, personalized and small group (max 4 people) full immersion courses. }} * {{do | name=Michelangelo Institute | url=http://www.michelangelo-edu.it/ | email=michelangelo@dada.it | address=Via Ghibellina 88 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 240975 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Italian study programmes for foreign students. Cooking workshop, art history classes, plastic arts and visual arts programs are also taught in this academy. }} * {{do | name=Scuola Leonardo da Vinci Florence | alt= | url=https://www.leonardo-florence.com/ | email=florence@scuolaleonardo.com | address=Via Bufalini 3 | lat=43.773529638983746 | long=11.259077069104599 | directions= | phone=+39 055 261181 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 08:00-17:30 | price= | content=Offers a wide choice of Italian language and culture courses for children and adults from beginning to advanced levels. }} ===Cooking=== *{{do | name=Cooking Class | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Florence and Tuscany are becoming synonymous with "cooking class". Tuscan cuisine is appreciated worldwide and a cooking class experience is now more and more part of the attraction of Tuscany, as a way of carrying back home memories and improved cooking skills. There are many in the area, either in historical villas in the countryside or in central Florence, from Florentine use of tripe and giblets to the use of organic ingredients from the local producers, and classes range widely in size. During high season, make sure to book in advance. }} ==Buy== [[Image:View from Piazzale Michelangelo.JPG|thumb|350px|View from Piazzale Michelangelo]] There are a few places to buy things, from the high-end jewelry stores lining the Ponte Vecchio to some of the most famous shops in the world — Gucci, Pucci, Ferragamo, Valentino, Prada, Armani, Ermenegildo Zegna, Buccellati, Frette — as well as many more wonderful shops that aren't yet world famous. Souvenirs related to art and Florence's sights can be found everywhere. Books, leather goods, art handcrafted journals, frames, pencils etc. in that gorgeous Florentine paper with swirls of color and gold are great gifts. It is increasingly difficult to find bargains, but keen-eyed shoppers can still find good deals on smaller side streets running off of those above and elsewhere in the centre of town. Better stores in/near the city centre offer superb leather, sometimes at decent prices, perhaps after some bargaining. Goldsmiths on the Ponte Vecchio display beautiful, quality work but can be very expensive. Shops that are not in the very centre of the city are significantly cheaper. There are also superb shopping streets, such as Via Tornabuoni, Via del Parione, and Via Maggio. The San Lorenzo Market is now largely for tourists. There are also a couple of collections of "outlets" in the suburbs. Some of the most uniquely Florentine shops and sights can be found in the Oltrarno, which is Florence's "Left Bank" and home to countless generations of artisans. This section of town can be found by crossing "Ponte Vecchio" (the old bridge) or Ponte Trinità from the center. This "undiscovered" Florence is a must-see. * {{buy | name=Enoteca Mondovino | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via S. Agostino 27-29/R | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 215214 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Decent wine and liquor store with interesting collection of potable bitters in the back (Italian and German). }} *{{buy | name=Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella | alt= | url=http://www.smnovella.com/ | email= | address=Via della Scala 16 N | lat=43.774089 | long=11.247704 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2026-02-09| content=With roots dating to 1221, this shop sells high-quality beauty products like soaps, shaving cream, eau de Cologne and Carta D'Armenia incense papers in a shop that was once the chapel of San Niccolò.Worth entering even just to see the space and smell the herbal products made from historic recipes. Has a nice cafe on site, with plenty of herbal teas. }} * {{buy | name=Pitti Vintage - Italian & European Vintage Clothing & Accessories | url=http://www.PittiVintage.com/ | email=shopkeeper@PittiVintage.com | address=Borgo degli Albizi 72r | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 230 2676 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Fendi, Ferragamo, Gucci, Lancetti, Valentino. Specializes in Italian and European designer and one-of-a-kind vintage pieces. }} * {{buy | name=Cose Del 900 - Italian Glass Connection | url=http://www.ItalianGlassConnection.com/ | email=Shopkeeper@ItalianGlassConnection.com | address=Borgo San Jacopo 45R | lat= | long= | directions=Just two minutes from Ponte Vecchio. | phone=+39 055 283 491 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 10:30-19:30 | price= | content=Since 1981 specializing in sized-to-order, affordable beaded jewelry featuring handmade Murano glass beads. }} *{{buy | name=Ortigia SRL | url=http://ortigia-srl.com/ | email= | address=Borgo San Jacopo 12R | lat= | long= | directions=next to the Ponte Vecchio | phone=+39 055 282129 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Luxurious soaps, scents, creams, candles and lotions inspired by the aesthetics, colours, and scents of Sicily. }} * {{buy | name=Albrici | alt= | url=http://www.albrici.com | email=info@albrici.com | address=Via dei Serragli 20R | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055211095 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M 15:00-19:00, Tu-Sa 09:00-13:00, 15:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-11-19 | content=Long-established antiques and home decor store located among the traditional artisans' workshops of Oltrarno. Within it, '''Recollection''' sells vintage clothing and accessories. }} '''Beware: '''If the police catch you while buying a knock-off version of something with a brand from an (illegal) street vendor, you can be fined up to €10,000. You'll see plenty of people on the street selling imitation Gucci sunglasses, Rolex watches, and Prada purses dirt cheap. It's okay if the item doesn't have a real brand on it, but buying a knock-off is illegal. ==Eat== [[File:Santa Maria Novella.jpg|thumb|Santa Maria Novella, a wonderful church right near the train station]] Restaurants have separate prices for food that is taken away or is eaten standing up versus sit down; don't try to sit at a table after paying for food or coffee from the restaurant's take away booth. Also ask always beforehand for the price if you want to sit at a table. Otherwise you might be uncomfortably surprised. Cappuccino ''al banco'' i.e. standing up might cost €1-3, but at a table €4. Florence's food can be as much of a treat to the palate as the art is a treat to the eye. There is good food for any price range, from fine restaurants to take out food from window stands. You will find the best price/quality ratio outside the historical centre, where locals go to eat. The worst ratio is probably in the neighbourhood of Mercato di San Lorenzo or immediately south of the Duomo where there are a lot of tourist restaurants. Conversely many of the best restaurants in the city are found in the Santa Croce district or across the river in the Oltrarno. In many trattorias requests for pizza may be met with a rebuff as not every trattoria will have a pizza oven. For local pizza look for smaller establishments in the Sant'Ambrogio district. The best lunch places don't always turn out to be the best dinner places. Dinner in Florence really starts some time between 19:00 and 21:00. If a place looks like they're preparing to close before 20:00, it might not be the best option for an evening meal. Typical Tuscan courses include ''bistecca alla fiorentina'' which is huge t-bone steak weighing from 500g to 1,500g. It has always price given per 100g, e.g. ''€3.5 etto'' (''an etto'' is a "hectogram" or 100 gram-''ettogrammo''). ''crostini toscani'' are crostini with Tuscan liver pâté. There is also a uniquely Florentine fast food with a 1,000-year history - ''lampredotto'', a kind of tripe (cow stomach, or calf for preference, but a different part than the more familiar white "honeycomb" kind, dark brown in color; the name comes from its wrinkled appearance, which apparently reminds locals of a lamprey fish). The ''trippaio'' set their carts in the public squares in the centre, dishing out the delicacy straight from the cauldron in which it is being boiled with herbs and tomatoes, chopping it and slapping the portions between halves of a Tuscan roll; the top is dipped in the broth. A mild green parsley- or basil-based sauce or a hot red one goes with it. There are many ''gelato'' (Italian ice cream) stands; some connoisseurs consider the better Florentine gelato the finest in the world. Often ''gelato'' is made in the bar where you buy it. Because of this there are many exotic flavors of ice cream like watermelon, spumante or garlic. It's hard to find a gelato place open very late, so after dinner might not be an option. Near the Duomo, though, there are a few places open after 22:00. Tuscany is also the wellspring of ''cantuccini'', also called ''biscotti di [[Prato]]''. (In Italian, the singular of biscotti is ''un biscotto''.) It's traditional to enjoy them after a meal by dipping them in ''vin santo'' ("holy wine"), a concentrated wine made from late-harvested grapes, but you can also buy bags of them in stores throughout the city and eat them however you like. ===Budget=== There are numerous ''caffè'' and ''pasticcerie'' where you can find excellent sandwiches. Schiacciata sandwiches are one of the most famous Florentine specialities, and can be the most affordable meals available with a typical cost of €4-7. The most famous Sandwich shop L'Antico Vinaio near the Palazzo Vecchio has become extremely popular due to social media interest and one can queue for up to 45 minutes to buy one there. There are many equally good (if not better) and cheaper Schiacciata options available nearby. Pizza sold by weight is an equally excellent solution for budget dining (vegetarian and vegan options are almost always available), as is any ''caffè'' displaying a "''Primi''" card in its window where you'll find pastas and other dishes at low reasonable prices. The delis (''rosticcerie'') are very affordable (and the food is often quite good), and some also have dining tables if you don't want to take away. You can buy the makings for a picnic or snack at the Mercato Centrale. This large market has everything you might need, often at lower prices than supermarkets. The stalls will also sometimes vacuum seal whatever you buy so you can take it home with you. A general rule: the closer you are to the historic old town, the higher the price. ====Old Town==== * {{eat | name=I fratellini | alt= | url=http://www.iduefratellini.it/ | email= | address=Via dei Cimatori, 38R | lat=43.7705965 | long=11.2554808 | directions= | phone=+39 055 239 6096 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 10:00-20:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Good street food: panini for €5 (Mar 2024) and wine for €2+ (Oct 2018) from a tiny hole in the wall. Patrons eat on the sidewalk while resting their glass of wine on small shelves nested along the street wall. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Mario | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Rosina 2/R | lat=43.7765 | long=11.2545 | directions=near Piazza Mercato Centrale | phone=+39 055 218550 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-15:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Lunch only, no booking, you'll be seated with other walk-ins. Good food, try to save room for a meat main course. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Le Mossacce | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Del Proconsolo, 55R | lat=43.7716550 | long=11.2578941 | directions=Corner of Via del Corso | phone=+39 055 294361 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 12:00-14:30, 19:00-21:30 | price=Primi: €3-6, Secondi €6-25 (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Reliable local eatery. Local produce and meats are prepared simply using traditional recipes and time-honoured tradition. Some pastas are made fresh daily, so ask for the daily special. If you want to experience Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine-style steak), they do it amazingly without breaking your wallet. They sell and cut the steak from a larger rib slab in increments of 100g (with a minimum of 500g per serving). }} * {{eat | name=Self-Service Ristorante Leonardo| alt= | url= | email= | address=Via de' Pecori 11 | lat=43.7726433 | long=11.2530849 | directions=Corner of Via de' Vecchietti | phone=+39 055 284446 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 11:45-14:45, Su-F 18:45-21:45 f | price=Primi €3.5-4. Secondi €4.5-5.5. About €10 per person for a full-course dinner (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Although there is a menu at the entrance, it is better to go straight in and pick what you like. You can also order Bistecca alla Fiorentina. }} * {{eat | name=Tiona Asian Restaurant| alt= | url= | email= | address=Via della Scala 24R | lat=43.7739581 | long=11.2479022 | directions=near Piazza SMN | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-Su 12:00-23:00 | price=mains €8 (Nov 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Not that you'd admit to wanting a break from Italian food, but this small friendly Sri Lankan restaurant makes a refreshing change. Ayubowan! }} * {{eat | name=Pescheria Sugarello | alt= | url=http://www.sugarello.it | email=pescheriasugarello@gmail.com | address= | lat=43.77679 | long=11.25328 | directions=ground floor of Mercato Centrale | phone=+39 347 487 0990 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 08:30–14:30 | price=€10 (April 2022) | content=Seafood. Excellent fried calamari and grilled fish fillet with vegetables. You can find also fresh oysters. Be there early, as it gets packed very easily. }} ====Around the bridge Ponte Vecchio==== * {{eat | name=Amici di Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Amici-di-Ponte-Vecchio-201921333158731/?ref=hl | email=stefano.masini@live.it | address=Via dei bardi 39 | lat=43.767142 | long=11.253483 | directions=Pontevecchio | phone=+39 055 205 3172 | tollfree= | hours=11.30 - 16.30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Pizza, schiacciata, homemade sandwiches, wine by the glass, takeaway. }} ====North of the Old Town==== * {{eat | name=Il Vegetariano | alt= | url=http://il-vegetariano.com/ | email= | address=Via delle Ruote, 30 r | lat=43.7807243 | long=11.2573600 | directions= | phone=+39 055 475030 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-F 12:30-14:30, 19:30--22:30, Sa Su 19:30-22:30, M 12:30-14:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Budget restaurant with more formal front room, the eclectic middle room, or the peaceful outdoor garden in the back. Daily changing menu with vegan and gluten-free items clearly marked, desserts, salads, soups, hearty brown bread, and a good selection of coffee, tea, wine, beer, and liqueur. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Basílica de la Santa Cruz, fachada, Florencia, Italia, 2019 05.jpg|thumb|upright 1.4|Façade of the Basilica of Santa Croce]] *{{eat | name=Trattoria Zà Zà | alt= | url= | email= | address=Piazza del Mercato Centrale 26R | lat=43.77645 | long=11.2545 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 11:00-23:00 | price=€10-12 for a dish (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=A very nicely decorated restaurant with many vegetarian choices. You can choose to sit inside or outside in the piazza. The menu is huge, lots of choices, and the prices are fair. Service is outstanding, they really cater to your needs. Make sure to try the chianti house wine. Note that they have two seating areas on the piazza: between are two other restaurants, Cantastorie and Garibaldi. }} * {{eat | name=al Tranvai | alt= | url=http://www.altranvai.it/ | email= | address=Piazza T.Tasso, 14 r | lat=43.767018 | long=11.241466 | directions=400 m south of Ponte Vespucchio | phone=+39 055 225197 | tollfree= | hours=M 19:10-22:45 Tu-Sa 12:15-15:00, 19:10-22:45 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Tourists seldom venture this far south. Traditional Tuscan food at decent prices. 1st courses at €7, mains at €10 to €16 and vino at €4 / 0.5L (Oct 2018). The rabbit, asparagus souffle and fiori fritti are excellent and the service very welcoming and warm. }} * {{eat | name="Il Latini" Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via dei Palchetti, 6r | lat=43.7716262 | long=11.2492989 | directions= | phone=+39 055 210916 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Sa Sun12:30-14:30, 19:30-22:30, Tu-F 19:30-22:30 | price=Menu from €40 pp (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fun place, communal seating and lively staff. The steaks are good. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Palle D'Oro dal 1860 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via S. Antonino, 43/45R | lat=43.7759217 | long=11.2527583 | directions=200 m east of SMN train station | phone=+39 055 88383 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-14:30, 18:45-21.30 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Long-standing family-run Tuscan restaurant. This is where the locals come, not least for the low prices. Fixed price 2-course lunch or €13, dinner €14 (Oct 2018) }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria Cammillo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Borgo San Jacopo 57/R | lat=43.7681187 | long=11.2499635 | directions=50 m south of Ponte Santa Trinita | phone=+39 055 212427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Th-Tu 12:00-14:30, 19:30-22:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fairly good Tuscan cuisine, with a number of options for vegetarians and vegans. Make reservations or be there as they open. }} ===Splurge=== * {{eat | name=Enoteca Pinchiorri | alt= | url=https://www.enotecapinchiorri.it/ | email= | address=Via Ghibellina, 87 | lat=43.77 | long=11.262222 | directions=100 m north of Santa Croce | phone=+39 055 242777 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 19:30-22:00 | price=Starters from €80, mains €100 pp (March 2020) | wikipedia=Enoteca Pinchiorri | wikidata=Q1405579 | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Michelin-starred restaurant with exquisite meals at splurge prices. }} * {{eat | name=B-Roof | alt= | url=https://www.hotelbaglioni.it/en/bars-restaurants/b-roof | email= | address=Piazza Unità Italiana, 6 | lat= | long= | directions=within Grand Hotel Baglioni | phone=+39 055 235 80 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 235 888 95 | hours=Daily 12:30-14:00, 19:30-22:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Fine dining with wonderful night panorama of the city. }} * {{eat | name=Il Cibreo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Dei Macci, 118/R | lat= | long= | directions=corner of V Andrea del Verrocchio | phone=+39 055 234 11 00 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 244 966 | hours=Daily 12:50-14:30, 18:50-23:15 | price=€50-100 each (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Great choice of Tuscan food, with highly selected ingredients. }} * {{eat | name=Trattoria da Tito | alt= | url=http://www.trattoriadatito.it/?lang=en | email= | address=Via S.Gallo 112/r. | lat= | long= | directions=100 m south of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 472 475 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:30-15:30, 19:00-23:00 | price=€50-100 each (Oct 2018) | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Although a bit of a walk from the main attractions, this restaurant speaks for itself with mandatory reservations. Great Italian food and atmosphere. Dinner often includes impromptu free drinks and lively table staff. }} ===Dessert=== * {{eat | name=Gelateria dei Neri | url= | email= | address=Via dei Neri 20r | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Ice cream in many flavors, some experimental, all excellent. }} * {{eat | name=Festival Del Gelato | url= | email= | address=Via Del Corso 75 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=50 flavors and has an upbeat atmosphere }} * '''Perché No''' Via dei Tavolini 19. Freshly made daily from quality ingredients. The pear will be made with real pears and will taste of pears. Typically fruit flavors will be made with seasonally available fruits. Chocolate flavor will taste of cocoa rather than chocolate milk-powder. If you are a chocolate fan, this is the place to go. Specialties are "sorbetto" (ice cream made with water rather than milk, both with fruit and standard flavors, and "mousse" ice creams. Ask for the "special" taste of the day. * {{eat | name=Vivoli | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 292 334 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Via Isole delle Stinche, 7/R. Close to Piazza Santa Croce. Vivoli has a good gelato fruit selection, so definitely try the fragola, or strawberry. Make sure that you ask for the cream on top as well, because it adds another element to an already great dessert. }} ==Drink== [[File:Saint Benedict Spinello Aretino 010.jpg|thumb|325px|Stories from the Legend of St Benedict, frescoes by Spinello Aretino in San Miniato al Monte]] Tap water is safe but those who prefer bottled water will find it plentiful. Still (naturale) and sparkling (gassata) water is available for free from a fountain set into the wall of the Palazzo Vecchio. Make sure to sample the excellent wines of the region. Chianti is the local wine that can be ordered cheaply. Many eateries will offer carafes of various sizes of "house chianti", usually for under €4. === Bars === * {{drink | name=La Cite | alt= | url=http://www.lacitelibreria.info/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A very nice and cozy cafe/bookstore. Good prices, nice atmosphere, good books. Borgo San Frediano 20r. }} * {{drink | name=Enoteca Le volpi e l'Uva | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2398132 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The must of the tasting wines and savory titbits. Piazza dei Rossi, 1. }} * '''Uffizi Museum''' The bar at this museum offers an amazing view overlooking ''la Piazza della Signoria'', but it's only accessible through the museum, so you'll have to buy a ticket. * '''Irish Pub''' (The Fiddlers Elbow) Piazza Santa Maria Novella. This pub has plenty of seating, in addition to live music and great staff. *'''Bebop'''-great coverbands everynight and a €4 pint. Can be found north of the Duomo on the right on Via Dei Servi, before you reach Piazza d Annunziata. * '''Ambrosia''' - Found in Piazza de Ambrosia. This is primarily a wine bar, and you can sample some great wines at a low cost provided you come with friends and share the price of whole bottles. * '''Rivoire''' Piazza della Signoria. Founded in 1872 this terrace facing the ''Palazzo Vecchio'' is a Florentine institution. * '''Paszkowski''' or '''Gilli'''. On the ''Piazza Republica'', next to the hotel Savoy. The terraces on the other side of the ''piazza'' are equally pricey. * {{drink | name=Été | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Faenza 63 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 draft beer | content=A lovely little café with warm service and good local beer and wine. }} === Clubs === *{{drink | name=Cavalli Club | url= | email= | address=Piazza del Carmine, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Drinks run about €10 each | content=Roberto Cavalli, Italian fashion designer, has one his beautiful clubs in Florence. The inside has a stage with a projector of Roberto Cavalli's fashion shows running non-stop. The upstairs can be a private lounge for parties or VIP section on certain nights. This club was the most popular on Wednesday nights, but it’s open on the weekends as well. It’s black and leopard interior fits the natural and animalistic designs Roberto Cavalli creates. Roberto and his two sons are frequently at the club so look out! All ages are appropriate and the dress attire here is rather upscale. This is not just a seasonal club so all year visitors are encouraged to go. }} *{{drink | name=Bamboo Lounge Club | url=http://www.bambooloungeclub.com/ | email=info@bambooloungeclub.com | address=Via Giuseppe Verdi, 57/R | lat=43.77094779999999 | long=11.262094899999965 | directions= | phone=+39 3394298764 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=23:00-04:00 | price=Women free entrance until 01:00; men €10 | content=Bamboo Lounge Club is a great place for young adults and students to party. The music is great from European to American techno and many other worldwide DJs. Bamboo Lounge Club offers VIP tables and has two midsized bars. It is very clean and safe to be in. It is located on Via Giuseppe Verdi not far from the Duomo. Dress is a little more than casual, but not too upscale. The loud music, dancing, and exciting atmosphere gives people a chance to let loose and have fun. The club features mostly house, techno and hip hop music. }} *{{drink | name=Tenax | alt= | url=http://www.tenax.org/ | email= | address=Via Pratese, 46 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=If you love house and electronic music this is the best club to go to. It’s a two-story club, located on the outskirts of Florence, features DJ’s from all around Europe, America, and Australia. This club also holds many concerts during the winter and summer. Many people come from all over to enjoy this club's atmosphere. The dance floor is extremely large and is always very crowded. Be smart where you keep your bag and wallet because it’s very easy to get pick pocketed in large clubs like this. This club usually has a cover of €20 and the drinks are rather expensive, but it is a great place to experience at least once. It is very different than most of the clubs in Florence because of the multi-story building. To venture here would be best by taxi or bus. Since it is located in the outskirts of Florence walking could be difficult and not advised. There are many people who can help in directions in the Santa Maria Novella Station. }} ==Sleep== As elsewhere the price of hotels in Florence has been climbing quickly in the last few years. The golden rule here is if you want something cheap you'll have to stay outside of the historic center. The area around the train station is cheaper, but not as safe, especially for women travelers at night. If you are looking at big chain hotels you should be aware that they are usually quite a distance from the centre, the Novotel for instance is almost at the airport. Certain hotels, particularly those oriented toward business travellers offer special reduced rates during the weekend (e.g. Starhotel Michelangelo) or during slow weeks like Baglioni. Sometimes you can also get a substantial discount by reserving online. In the train station there is a tourist information office which also offers hotel reservations; you can often get good deals through them at the very last minute, but it's not guaranteed. Keyboxes on building exteriors for vacation rental apartments are banned in the UNESCO centre. Confirm check-in arrangements, as self-check-in may be restricted. ===Budget=== There are quite a number of one or two star ''alberghi'' within a short distance of the station. Young women can find accommodation with certain convents at very low prices, and usually in historic locations. On the other hand, you'll have to forget about any late-night Tuscan craziness. ====Camping==== There are campsites round the edge of town: to SW is Ostello Tasso Ente, north is Elite Firenze Gestioie SRL, NE is Camping Albergue, east is Me & Mom in Tuscany, and 3 others further east in Rovezzano. Camping Michelangelo south of town has closed. ====Hostel==== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=Hostel Florence Experience | alt= | url=http://www.hostelflorence.net/ | email=florenceexperiencehostel@gmail.com | address=Via Maggio, 9 | lat=43.76731 | long=11.24931 | directions=Close to Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti | phone=+39 055 293215 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 293215 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €18 (dorm) and €22 (private double room/per person) | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A hostel in a historic Florentine noble palace built in the 14th century and modified in the 17th century. Rooms are occasionally clean. }} * {{sleep | name=Hostel Archi Rossi | alt= | url=http://www.hostelarchirossi.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza, 94r | lat= | long= | directions=Close to SMN train station | phone=+39 055 290804 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2302601 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €18 (dorm) and €26 (private room/per person) | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Never mind the renaissance-kitsch walls. Rooms are clean and rates include breakfast, dinner (except Saturdays) and internet access. }} * {{sleep | name=Hostel 7 Santi | alt= | url=http://www.7santi.com/ | email=info@7santi.com | address=Viale Dei Mille, 11 | lat= | long= | directions=Campo di Marte, 10 min from the center by bus | phone=+39 055 5048452 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 5057085 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorms from €20 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A converted 19th-century convent. Rooms are clean and quiet. Has dorm bunks and private rooms. }} ==== Bed and breakfast==== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=B&B Duomo View | alt= | url=http://www.duomoviewbb.it/ | email= | address=Piazza San Giovanni, 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 288290 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 288290 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Large choice of double bedrooms. Services are in common and some of the guestrooms boast a fantastic view of the Duomo. Internet connection and breakfast also available. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Giglio Bianco | alt= | url=http://www.gigliobianco.it/ | email= | address=Via Romana 28 | lat= | long= | directions=close to Pitti Palace | phone=+39 055 225873 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 7349599 | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This B&B has just the one room, the Camera Verde. They feature gourmet meals and cooking classes directed by Chef Vary. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B di Piazza del Duomo | alt= | url=http://www.duomorooms.com/ | email=dipiazzaduomo@yahoo.it | address=Via dell'Oriuolo 49 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 285018 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 285018 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A small B&B, rooms with private bathroom and shower, A/C, LCD TV, free Wi-Fi. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Tourist House Battistero | alt= | url=http://www.touristhousebattistero.it/ | email=info@touristhousebattistero.it | address=Via dei Cerretani, 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 333 8379256 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A lovely B&B in the centre, with the Duomo just 30 m away. }} * {{sleep | name=Florence Stadium B&B | alt= | url=http://www.florencestadium.it/ | email=info@florencestadium.it | address=Via Campo d'Arrigo, 15/A | lat= | long= | directions=across footbridge from Campo di Marte Station | phone=+39 055 212617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €75 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star with clean, spacious rooms near the Stadium and Mandela Forum. }} * {{sleep | name=Giulia Residence | alt= | url=http://www.residenzagiulia.com/ | email=info@residenzagiulia.com | address=Via Porte Nuove 19 | lat= | long= | directions=NW of rwy station | phone=+39 055 3216646 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Decent 3-star, access through clanky iron gate in apartment block. }} * {{sleep | name=Opera Boutique B&B | alt= | url=https://www.operabeb.it/en/ | email= | address=Via Lorenzo il Magnifico, 62 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 388 0585005 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €75 breakfast included | lastedit=2021-01-03 | content=Historic building of the late nineteenth century. }} ====Hotels==== * {{sleep | name=Arizona Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.arizonahotel.it/ | email=info@arizonahotel.it | address=Via Luigi Carlo Farini 2 | lat=43.772651 | long=11.265353 | directions= | phone=+39 055 245321 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2346130 | checkin=12:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This 3-star hotel is in a renovated villa from the 18th century. }} * {{sleep | name=Convitto della Calza | alt= | url=http://www.calza.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Della Calza 6 | lat= | long= | directions=at Porta Romana 1 km south of centre | phone=+39 055 222 287 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3 star in converted 16th-century cloister, with frescoed rooms and a modern conference centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Desirèe | alt= | url=http://www.desireehotel.com/ | email=info@desireehotel.com | address=Via Fiume, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2382382 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 291439 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Friendly 3-star with 18 rooms, next to railway station. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Byron | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbyronflorence.com/ | email= | address=Via della Scala, 49 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 280852 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 213273 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Three-star hotel with parking. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Casci | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcasci.com/ | email= | address=Via Cavour 13 | lat= | long= | directions=500 m from SMN train station | phone=+39 055 211 686 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This small 2-star is in a 15th-century palace and has some original fresco ceilings. Composer Gioacchino Rossini lived here in the 19th century. }} *{{sleep | name=Hotel Dali | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldali.com/en/home-page.html | email= | address=Via dell'Oriuolo 17 | lat=43.772061 | long=11.260683 | directions= | phone=+39 055 2340706 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=One star, consistently clean & cosy, good location, owners Marco and Samanta helpful and fluent in English. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Fiorita | alt= | url=http://www.hotelfiorita.com | email= | address=Via Fiume, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 283189, +39 055 283693 | tollfree=800 280722 | fax=+39 055 2728153 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Next to railway station, on 3rd floor of building that has two other hotels. Rooms have a/c, TV and a safety deposit box. Some rooms also have modem sockets. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Masaccio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmasaccio.eu/ | email=hotelmasaccio@yahoo.it | address=Via Masaccio, 228 | lat= | long= | directions=300 m east of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 578153 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 578153 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €40 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Cozy one-star in a 20th-century villa, with restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Giglio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelgiglio.fi.it/ | email=info@hotelgiglio.fi.it | address=Via Cavour, 85 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2381752 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 461163 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Simple 3-star on edge of centro storico. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia | alt= | url=http://www.kursonia.com/ | email= | address=Via Nazionale, 24 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496 547 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 462 6615 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A small 2-star, basic but clean. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Lorena | alt= | url=http://www.hotellorena.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 282785 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 288300 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two-star hotel in the historic centre, simple but comfy. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Montreal | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmontreal.com/ | email=info@montreal.com | address=Via della Scala, 43 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2382331 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 287491 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double room €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two star, central but basic and dated. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Palazzuolo | alt= | url=http://www.hotelpalazzuolo.com/ | email=info@palazzuolo.com | address=Via Palazzuolo, 71 | lat= | long= | directions=very close to the main train station. | phone=+39 055 214611 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212101 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Basic 2-star, many stairs & no lift, but central. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Romagna | alt= | url=http://www.hotelromagna.it | email= | address=Via Panzani, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 211005 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2396105 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Two-star hotel near SMN train station. 22 bedrooms en suite, internet connection and satellite TV. Cosy (ie small rooms, basic), no lift to upper floors. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Delle Tele | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldelletele.net/ | email= | address=Via Panzani, 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 238 2419 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 290 797 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 3-star near SMN Duomo. }} ===Mid-range=== <!-- PLEASE DO NOT delete unused fields from listings, this makes it difficult for other editors to add further information to a listing and often disrupts the display characteristics --> * {{sleep | name=Albergo Firenze | alt= | url=http://www.hotelfirenze-fi.it | email=info@albergofirenze.net | address=Piazza Donati, 4 | lat= | long= | directions=Just off Via del Corso | phone=+39 055 268301 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212370 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double room from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=2-star hotel, central but basic. }} * {{sleep | name=Il Bargello B&B | alt= | url=http://www.firenze-bedandbreakfast.it/ | email=info@firenze-bedandbreakfast.it | address=Via dei Pandolfini 33 | lat= | long= | directions=In the historical centre | phone=+39 055 215330 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double rooms with private bath €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Clean friendly 3-star. }} * {{sleep | name=FH Calzaiuoli Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.calzaiuoli.it/ | email=info@calzaiuoli.it | address=via Calzaiuoli 6 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 212 456 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268310 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €150 | content=Central 4-star going on 3. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Caravaggio | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcaravaggio.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Indipendenza | lat= | long= | directions=800 m east of main train station | phone=+39 055 496 310 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 480852 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Good 3-star, consistently clean, well-run & helpful. }} * {{sleep | name=Galileo Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.galileohotel.it/en/index.htm | email= | address=Via Nazionale, 22/a | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496645 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 496447 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single rooms from €80, doubles €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3 star in an elegant 19th-century building, but a/c and wifi erratic. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Basilea Florence | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbasileafirenze.it/ | email= | address=Via Guelfa 41 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 214587 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268350 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €85 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=This 3-star hotel offers 38 bedrooms, single, double, twin, triple and 2 large suites, all with private bath, television and internet connection. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Boston | alt= | url=http://www.hotelbostonfirenze.it/ | email= | address=Via Guelfa, 68 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 496747 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 470934 | price=B&B doubles from €80 | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel with 16 bedrooms, not all en-suite. Clean but small and basic. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Crocini | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcrocini.com/ | email= | address=Corso Italia 28 | lat= | long= | directions=In the centre | phone=+39 055 212905 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 210171 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 2-star, not all rooms en suite. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel La Gioconda | alt= | url=http://www.hotellagioconda.it/ | email= | address=Via Panzani 2 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 211023 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 213136 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €85 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco | alt= | url=http://www.ilguelfobianco.it/ | email= | address=Via Cavour 29 | lat= | long= | directions=In the heart of the city | phone=+39 055 288330 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 295203 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star in a 15th-century building. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Malaspina | alt= | url=http://www.malaspinahotel.it/ | email= | address=Piazza Indipendenza, 24 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 489869 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 474809 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star in charming a late 19th-century residence, enriched with modern comforts. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Marignolle | alt= | url=http://www.marignolle.com/english/ | email= | address=Via di San Quirichino a Marignolle 16 | lat= | long= | directions=8 km southwest from centre | phone=+39 055 2286910 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2047396 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star in hills outside town, in bosky Tuscan scenery. Outdoor pool May to October. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mario's | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmarios.com/ | email= | address=Via Faenza 89 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 216801 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 212039 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double €90 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 3-star. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mia Cara | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmiacaraspa.it/ | email= | address=Via Faenza, 90 (red) | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 216053 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2302727 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Small 3-star a short walk from Santa Maria Novella. Friendly English-speaking staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Morandi alla Crocetta | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmorandi.it/en-index.php | email=welcome@hotelmorandi.it | address=Via Laura, 50 | lat=43.77620 | long=11.26297 | directions=500 m northeast of Duomo | phone=+39 055-2344748 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Comfy 3-star in a Dominican 16th-century convent. On-site garage parking is available. }} * {{sleep | name=Privilege Hotel | alt= | url=http://hotelprivilege.hotelinfirenze.com/ | email=info@hotelprivilege.it | address=Lungarno della Zecca Vecchia, 26 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055-2478220 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star hotel on the bank of the Arno, with single, double, triple and "Family" rooms. Breakfast buffet, hotel bar and garage available. }} * {{sleep | name=Relais Villa Antea | alt= | url=http://www.villaantea.com/ | email=info@villaantea.com | address=Via Puccinotti 46 | lat= | long= | directions=200 m northwest of Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 484106 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 484539 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=Doubles from €120 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Historical residence in an old palazzo with friendly staff. Rooms are spacious. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Rivoli | alt= | url=http://www.hotelrivoli.it/ | email=info@hotelrivoli.it | address=Via della Scala 33 | lat=43.774570 | long=11.246980 | directions=near Basilica SMN | phone=+39 055 27861 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 294041 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star in a former 14th-century Franciscan convent. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel De Rose Palace | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotelderose.com/ | email= | address=Via Solferino, 5 | lat= | long= | directions=near SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 068 1097 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €100 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in a traditional Florentine mansion. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Savonarola | alt= | url=http://www.savonarolahotel.it/ | email= | address=Viale Giacomo Matteotti, 27 | lat= | long= | directions=north edge of Centro Storico, on Piazza della Liberta | phone=+39 055 587824 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 587824 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €50 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=3-star with one single and 15 twin, double, triple and quadruple rooms. All with private bath, Wi-Fi connection, telephone and breakfast included. }} * {{sleep | name=Novotel Firenze Nord Aeroporto | alt= | url= | email=H1798-RE@accor.com | address=Via Tevere 23, Osmannoro | lat= | long= | directions=2 km northwest of airport | phone=+39 055 53821 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star handy for airport. Well out of city but they have free shuttle to the city center. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa il Mosaico | alt= | url=http://www.villailmosaico.it/ | email= | address=Via di Monticelli, 9-15 | lat= | long= | directions=south bank, 1 km west of centre; tram to Sansovino | phone=+39 055 7135481 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 71 30 898 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Elegant villa, ten self-catering apartments with kitchen, living room, bathroom, internet connection and TV. Private parking and 100 square metre terrace with solarium. }} * {{sleep | name=Residence Select Executive | alt= | url=http://select-executive.florence-hotels-it.com/en/#main | email= | address=Via G. Galliano 13/a | lat= | long= | directions=500 m northwest of SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 330342 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 351506 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel; 12 rooms, some with kitchenette. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Unicorno | alt= | url=http://www.hotelunicorno.it | email= | address=via dei Fossi, 27 | lat= | long= | directions=Near Santa Maria Novella | phone=+39 055 287313 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268332 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double rooms from €80 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Small 3-star hotel in a 17th-century building. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Grand Hotel Adriatico | alt= | url=http://www.hoteladriatico.it/ | email=info@hoteladriatico.it | address=Via Maso Finiguerra 9 | lat=43.774020 | long=11.245220 | directions=200 m west of SMN railway station | phone=+39 055 27931 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 289661 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | lastedit=2018-12-19 | content=Modern 4-star hotel in the historical centre, very close to the train station. Rooms and suites are suitable for couples, families, single travellers and group of friends. The hotel features a Tuscan restaurant, a private car park, complimentary breakfast served on a terrace on the ground floor and free minibar for direct bookings. }} * {{sleep | name=Grand Hotel Cavour | alt= | url=http://www.albergocavour.it/ | email= | address=Via del Proconsolo, 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 266271 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 218955 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€150-300 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Friendly, efficient hotel in a 13th-century palazzo. Former residence of the Strozzi-Ridolfi dynasty. }} * {{sleep | name=J and J Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.jandjhotel.net/ | email= | address=Via di Mezzo, 20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 26312 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 240282 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B single €195, double €225 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in former convent. Has double, twin, junior suite, suite, and double rooms for single use, all en-suite services. }} * {{sleep | name=Kraft Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.krafthotel.it/ | email=info@krafthotel.it | address=Via Solferino, 2 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 284273 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2398267 | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel near the centre with swimming-pool, restaurant and 5th-floor terrace with bar. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Laurus al Duomo | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotellaurusalduomo.com/ | email=reservations@florencehotellaurusalduomo.com | address=Via dei Cerretani 54/r. | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2381752 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 268308 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Suite rooms with view from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A historic 4-star hotel, close to the Cathedral and Firenze SMN railway station. }} * {{sleep | name=Milu Hotel | alt=formerly La Residenza | url=http://www.hotelmilu.com | email= | address=Via Tornabuoni, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 217103 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Central 4-star with roof garden with a charming view. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Mirage | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmirage.it/ | email= | address=Via Francesco Baracca, 231 (interno 18) | lat= | long= | directions=500 m from Florence airport, 5 km northwest of centre | phone=+39 055 352011 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 374096 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from €110, doubles from €140, triples from €160, apartments from €300 per week | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Comfortable straightforward 4-star hotel with restaurant. Regard this as an airport hotel and you won't be disappointed. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Monna Lisa Florence | alt= | url=http://www.monnalisa.it/ | email=info@monnalisa.it | address=Borgo Pinti, 27 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2479751 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€200-550 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Four-star hotel, and yes it's Monna, that's not a typo. In a restored 14th-century Florentine noble palace. Gym facilities, sun terrace and meeting rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Ponte Vecchio Suites & Spa | alt= | url=https://www.pontevecchiosuites.com/ | email=info@pontevecchiosuites.com | address=Via De' Belfredelli, n° 9 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 217379 | tollfree= |fax=| checkin= | checkout= |hours=| price= |wikidata=| lastedit=2019-05-30 | content=4-star hotel with modern rooms and suites. The hotel offers a private spa for two with a hot tub. Continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi. }} * {{sleep | name=NH Porta Rossa | alt= | url=http://www.nh-hotels.com/nh/en/hotels/italy/florence/nh-porta-rossa.html | email= | address=Via Porta Rossa,19 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 2710911 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Gorgeous hotel built in the 12th century. }} * {{sleep | name=L'Orologia | alt=L'O | url=https://www.hotelorologioflorence.com/ita/hotel-firenze/hotel-firenze | email= | address=Piazza di Santa Maria Novella | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 27 73 80 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-11-09 | content=Swanky boutique 4-star hotel with rooms themed on watches. Nice view of Piazza & Basilica from breakfast room. }} * {{sleep | name=Orto de' Medici | alt= | url=http://www.ortodeimedici.it/ | email=hotel@ortodeimedici.it | address=Via San Gallo 30 | lat=43.778786 | long=11.257540 | directions=Centro storico | phone=+39 055-483427 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055-461276 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star hotel in a 19th-century building with gardens. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Magnani Feroni | alt= | url=http://www.palazzomagnaniferoni.com | email= | address=Borgo San Frediano, 5 | lat= | long= | directions=just south of Ponte Carraia | phone=+39 055 23 99 544 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 26 08 908 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €300 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=It's in a 16th-century building that belonged to Marquis Feroni. It has twelve comfortable suites with classic furniture and original frescoes. }} * {{sleep | name=Residence La Repubblica Florence | alt= | url=http://www.residencelarepubblica.com/ | email= | address=Piazza della Repubblica, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 055 214496 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 214496 | checkin= | checkout= | price=One-person apartment: €160; three/two bedroom apartment: €170 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=21 self-catering apartments for a maximum of six people, all with kitchenette, private bath, internet connection, satellite TV and cooking facilities. Short stays (eg single night) welcome. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio | alt= | url=http://www.florencehotelpittipalacealpontevecchio.com/ | email=reservations@florencehotelpittipalacealpontevecchio.com | address=Via Borgo San Jacopo, 3 | lat= | long= | directions=south end of Ponte Vecchio | phone=+39 055 2398711 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 2398867 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=4-star overlooking the bridge; you're paying for the location. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa Poggio ai Merli | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via di Giogoli 5, Scandicci | lat= | long= | directions=6 km southwest of centre | phone=+39 055 250257 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 250718 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=A historic residence on edge of city, in large park. }} * {{sleep | name=Villa la Vedetta | alt= | url= | email= | address=Viale Michelangiolo 78 | lat= | long= | directions=on hill just south of Ponte Niccolo | phone=+39 055 681631 | tollfree= | fax=+39 055 6582544 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €200 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=5-star luxury hotel with panorama of Florence's skyline. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel degli Orafi | alt= | url=http://www.hoteldegliorafi.it/english | email=info@hoteldegliorafi.it | address=Lungarno Archibusieri, 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €150 | lastedit=2018-10-26 | content=Boutique 4-star in Florence city centre, overlooking river near Ponte Vecchio. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Vecchietti | alt= | url=https://www.palazzovecchietti.com | email=info@palazzovecchietti.com | address=Via degli Strozzi, 4 | lat=43.771617 | long=11.252964 | directions= | phone=+39 055 2302802 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Palazzo Vecchietti | image=Via de' Vecchietti 2 angolo via degli Strozzi 4, palazzo vecchietti, 01,0.jpg | wikidata=Q3891043 | lastedit=2018-11-21 | content=Historic residence a few steps from Piazza della Repubblica, in the centre of Florence. Few suites, elegant and modern. The hotel also offers two apartments in the central area. Gluten-free products and breakfast included in the room rate. }} * {{sleep | name=DoubleTree by Hilton Florence Metropole | alt= | url=https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/flrhfdi-doubletree-florence-metropole/ | email=florencemetropole_info@hilton.com | address=Via del Cavallaccio, 36 | lat=43.773388 | long=11.189746 | directions= | phone=+39-055-78711 | tollfree= | fax=+39-055-78718020 | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=from €80 for a King Guest Room to €150 for a suite | lastedit=2026-04-16 | content=A 4-star hotel with views of the city. A spa, fitness centre, room service and business centre are available on site. }} * {{sleep | name=Ad Astra Florence | alt= | url=https://www.adastraflorence.it/ | email=info@adastraflorence.com | address=Via del Campuccio 53 | lat= | long= | directions=in the Oltrarno district | phone=+39 055 0750 602 | tollfree= | checkin=14:00 | checkout=10:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-07-08 | content=A historic residence with 14 rooms enriched by frescoed ceilings and individually furnished with elegant vintage, classic and contemporary touches. The most prestigious rooms and the living room are surrounded by a terrace overlooking the Torrigiani Garden. }} * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Firenze by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts | alt= | url=https://florence.baglionihotels.com/ | email= | address=Via Ghibellina, 87 | lat=43.76998 | long=11.26255 | directions= | phone=+39 55 234 - 2230 | tollfree=+39 55 0949960 | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | image=Via Ghibellina 87 Florenz.jpg | wikidata=Q111412510 | lastedit=2025-07-29 | content=5-star hotel in Florence’s historic Santa Croce district, set in an elegant 18th-century palazzo. Offers classic Florentine-style rooms with high ceilings, marble bathrooms, and parquet floors. Refined and quiet, with gourmet dining and easy access to major landmarks (meals not included). }} ==Connect== Florence has 5G from all Italian carriers, but as of Sept 2021 coverage remains patchy. ==Stay safe== Florence is generally safe and healthy, but beware the inevitable purse-snatchers and [[pickpockets]]. They thrive in crowds, particularly around SMN railway station and on the buses, sometimes working with a decoy such as an insistent beggar. If you have a bag with a classy, noiseless zipper, it will be opened. Also beware at night around tourist spots such as Ponte Vecchio where pickpocketers may approach you pretending to be drunk and friendly, and then snatch your belongings when your guard is down. ==Go next== {{mapframe|show=nearby}} * Florence is a great starting point and base for a tour of [[Tuscany]]. Attractive day trips include [[Pisa]], [[Lucca]], [[San Gimignano]], [[Arezzo]], [[Pistoia]], [[Fiesole]], [[Lucignano]], [[Siena]], and of course the wine zone of [[Chianti]]. [[Greve]] in Chianti is the market town of the Chianti zone and it is in the hills surrounding Greve that you can rent a B&B room or a small apartment on a working vineyard for less than a hotel in Florence. The SITA Pullman buses take you to Greve and [[Panzano]] in about an hour. From then on you see few cars and many cypress and olive trees. :The SITA bus station is just west of the train station in Florence. This is where to go to catch a bus to Siena, San Gimignano, and so on. If you're at the roundabout, facing the train station, go 90 degrees left and stay on the left until just past the fork. You will see the entrance to the SITA garage on your right. * {{listing | type=nearby | name=[[Fiesole]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q82670 | content=A town in the hills above Florence, only a short bus ride away from the centre. It offers a beautiful view of the sunset, and a small museum located on ancient Roman and Etruscan ruins of a temple, an amphitheatre and a pretty, small duomo. }} * {{listing | type=nearby | name=World War II Florence American Cemetery and Memorial | alt= | url=http://www.abmc.gov/cemeteries-memorials/europe/florence-american-cemetery | email= | address= | lat=43.69203 | long=11.20918 | directions=12&nbsp;km (7.5 miles) south of Florence on the west side of Via Cassia. The Rome-Milan highway passes near the cemetery. 20 min bus ride from the Sita Station, just ask agent (get a return ticket) | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Open daily except for 25 December and 1 January; 09:00-17:00 | price=Free to enter | content=The cemetery is the final resting place for 4,402 American military dead lost during the capture of [[Rome]] and the battle for the Apennines. A monument is inscribed with the names of 1,409 Americans whose remains were never found or identified. The atrium of the chapel contains marble maps of World War II Italy campaign. }} * '''Biking options''' outside of the city include the Chianti area, where you can fully enjoy the hills and the elegance of the landscape surrounding you, which has been taken care of endlessly through centuries. Strong scents can be enjoyed in Spring. The warm temperatures and usually stable weather in the good seasons can make the ride even more enjoyable. If you feel more energetic, ascents to Vallombrosa from Pontassieve through Tosi can be very enjoyable. You start from the Arno river plain and you end up in a thick, shady, fresh forest. In all cases, avoid the hottest hours in Summer and be aware of the traffic, which can be heavy and not cyclist-savvy, until you get in secondary or less populated roads. * [[UNESCO World Heritage List|UNESCO World Heritage Listed]] rural building complexes (Medici Villas and Gardens) are scattered around Florence: ** {{listing|type=nearby|name=Gardens of Pratolino|alt=Parco Mediceo di Pratolino|wikidata=Q56697550|content=A park containing 14-m-high colossus sculpture}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|43.7833|11.2500}} {{IsPartOf|Florence (province)}} 3kqmnjbpypiac223zrbrby9hgsrwoty 0 11841 5328309 5328305 2026-08-14T12:00:58Z Grahamsands 2164467 /* Grand Prix locations */ Barcelona 5328309 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Formula One page banner.jpg}} '''Formula One''' or F1 is the premier category of [[Motor sport]], with cars racing at over 350 kph. They mostly race on purpose-built circuits but sometimes on closed streets, with Monaco the most famous example. '''Grand Prix''' or GP is the series of F1 races over a year, with winners totting up points towards the World Championship. "Grand Prix" means big prize and these are the most lucrative racing events, drawing the best cars and drivers plus huge crowds. That term might also translate as huge price, as only manufacturers with deep pockets can afford to develop such cars and field teams. Formula One races are sometimes held outside the Grand Prix calendar, but these are more modest events, and from the traveller’s point of view F1 and GP are much the same. == Understand == === Background === The first organised motor race was in 1867 and totally illegal, as a pair of vehicles careered through the cobbled streets of Manchester. But of course the police couldn’t catch them, and the public was fascinated - this was much more exciting than horse-racing! Manufacturers wanted to show off their prowess, a dedicated racetrack made it legal and much more practical, and a circuit was a better spectacle than a point-to-point. The first motor track was at Aspendale, Victoria in 1906, set within an existing horse-racing track. But to work as a spectator sport, races had to be a test of driving skill between comparable cars. There had to be a specification – a formula – for competitors. Formula One was the inaugural specification for the top class of cars, drawing the most prize money, so "Grand Prix" became the term for races under those rules. The first Grand Prix was in Turin in 1946, and from 1950 a series of such races was held, with drivers scoring cumulative points. The Formula One World Championship now has 24 races over a calendar year, spanning the globe. The formula is long, complex, evolving and acrimonious – no season would be complete without a dust-up over its interpretation. The fundamental is that a car is powered and controlled entirely through its wheels, it can’t be a jet or rocket mounted on a trolley. Cars are therefore "out-wheeled", with big wheels to maximise traction, projecting beyond the car body. The engine has over 750 bhp and 18,000 rpm, and sits in the middle just behind the driver, so the weight is evenly distributed. A lightweight monocoque shell encloses them, shaped like a downward-acting wing to minimise air resistance while maximising downthrust for road grip. Put it all together and you have a beast capable of over 350 km/h. A Formula One Grand Prix is held over a weekend as described below, then the circus moves on. Naturally those expensive circuit facilities don’t sit idle the rest of the year. There are races in other categories (described in [[Motor sport]]), closed-door testing and training sessions, and try-drive experiences booked as 40th birthday gifts for greying wannabees. Plus venue hire, rock concerts, practice exercises for the fire brigade . . . but far and away the big money-spinner is the Grand Prix. Gaining or losing a slot in the calendar is a very big deal for the racetrack, and indeed for national prestige. The locations of Formula One racing remain fairly static throughout the year, with only the dates of the races subject to year on year changes. More countries have been hosting a Grand Prix, especially in Asia. Recent additions include circuits in [[Azerbaijan]], the [[Middle East]], [[Singapore]], the [[United States]] and [[Mexico]]. ===Weekend structure=== Formula One events take place over three days, referred to as 'the weekend', starting with practice sessions on Friday, qualifying on Saturday, and culminating with the race on Sunday. Monaco is normally the only exception to this, where the practice sessions are by tradition held one day earlier on the Thursday, leaving the Friday free. (In 2024, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were rescheduled to Saturday to avoid conflicts with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.) The routine below outlines a normal non-sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' (Thursday in Monaco) kicks off the weekend with two 1-hour Free Practice sessions: one in the morning (FP1) and one in the early afternoon (FP2). Qualifying for some supporting championships may also occur in between or after the sessions. Free Practice sessions are used by teams to test new rookies and new drivers and to get to know the track temperature and new upgrades to the car. *'''Saturday''' features the third and final Free Practice session in the morning (FP3) before the official qualifying session, which most often begins at 1PM local time. The qualifying lasts 60 to 70 minutes (in case there is a red flag), after which support championships go back on track with either qualifying sessions or races depending on the category. *'''Sunday''' is the busiest day of the weekend, comprising entirely of races. Support championship races will bookend the day, with the Formula One race beginning anywhere between 13:00 and 15:00 local time, depending on location (the Australian and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix begin late afternoon, the Singapore Grand Prix at 20:00). A Formula One race can last up to 2 hours of running time or 3 hours from race start (whichever comes first; red flag stops the running time), but barring delays or wet weather 70-90 minute races are expected. As of 2021, a new format that includes the Sprint has been introduced at some tracks. The routine below outlines a sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' kicks off the weekend with the only Free Practice session in the morning (FP1). Teams will make their best efforts to utilize the limited practice before Qualifying at the FP2 timeslot. *'''Saturday''' is the Sprint day, kicked off with a Sprint Shootout (read: shortened Qualifying) at the FP3 timeslot, followed by a 100-km Sprint Race that lasts roughly a third of the main race on Sunday. Offers limited points for the Top 8 respective from 8 to 1 points depending on their position and pitstops are optional, however results from the Sprint Race do not affect the main race. *'''Sunday''' works the same way as a normal non-sprint weekend. ===Support races=== With only six hours of action over three days, the crowd can get restless when the Formula One cars aren't racing around the track. However, the Formula One championship is joined by many other supporting championships over the weekend to keep the track alive. The races may be shorter and the cars may be slower, but don't discount the excitement (and carnage) they may bring. *'''Formula 2 (F2)''' is the feeder series to F1 and is present at most European and Middle Eastern races. Formula 2 cars look like smaller versions of F1 cars and their drivers are eager to cut their teeth into world-class racing, as finishing well in this series helps to acquire the prestige and Super License points necessary to make it to F1. Formula 2 features 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on Friday and Saturday respectively, and one race each on Saturday and Sunday. The series has a reputation of delivering future racing stars, and several of the current crop of F1 drivers, such as Lando Norris, Alexander Albon, and Charles Leclerc were once Formula 2 drivers. *'''Formula 3 (F3)''' is a rung down from Formula 2, with young drivers getting their first taste of international racing. The series is present at most European races. Like Formula 2, there are 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on the Friday and Saturday before two races on the Saturday and Sunday. While successful F3 drivers typically graduate to F2, a notable exception is current F1 series champion Max Verstappen, who went directly from F3 to F1. *'''Porsche Supercup''' is a sports car series where all drivers compete in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars. Most current Porsche factory drivers have competed in Porsche Supercup. ==Grand Prix locations== The calendar is usually announced in late summer, and venues are now known through December 2026. The main changes this year are: Because of war in the Middle East, the Saudi GP was cancelled, so only 23 races are being held. Bahrain GP transferred to Malaysia but kept its name, since they were putting up the money. In Spain, Madring is a new circuit near Madrid Airport. Barcelona-Catalunya will henceforth only be hosts in even-numbered years, alternating with Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps. There’s talk of those tracks holding out-of-calendar races in their off-years. But without World Championship points at stake and all the razzamatazz, such races might be Formula One but they won’t be Grand Prix. In the Netherlands, Zandvoort hosts its last GP in August then drops out of the calendar. ===Americas=== ====[[Canada]]==== [[File:Montreal F1.jpg|thumb|The hairpin (''L'Epingle'') at the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' offers great viewing opportunities]] '''Canadian Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, [[Montréal]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *[http://www.circuitgillesvilleneuve.ca/billets/your-weekend-at-the-grand-prix-2014 '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: $45.45 (F), $70.50 (Sa), $95.75 (Su), $126.00 (weekend); Grandstand: $267.50-560.00; 1 child under 11 per ticket-holding adult: Free *Certainly one of the best venues on the calendar, the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' often produces some of the best racing of the season. The circuit is within the Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Notre-Dame island right across downtown Montréal. Popular seating areas include along the start/finish straight, at the first chance and down at the hairpin. Although most of the recent races have been dry, wet weather is a possibility with heavy rainfall delaying the race by two hours in 2011. Expect to see close racing and plenty of overtaking. *'''Contact''': dfauteux@octanemanagement.ca, +1 514-350-4731 ext 230 ====[[United States]]==== '''Miami Grand Prix''' - ''Miami International Autodrome, [[Miami Gardens]], [[Florida]]'' (about 16 miles/26 km north of downtown [[Miami]]) *'''Date''': early May *[https://f1miamigp.com/grandstand/ '''Tickets''']: No information yet available *The Miami International Autodrome is a temporary circuit set around Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins, and the stadium's private facilities. One of F1's newer circuits, it held its first races in 2022, and is contractually guaranteed of remaining on the calendar until at least 2031. *'''Contact''': info@f1miamigp.com '''United States Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit of the Americas, [[Austin]], [[Texas]]'' *'''Date''': late October *[http://circuitoftheamericas.com/f1/tickets/general-single-day/?p=tickets '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: $59 (F), $79 (Sa), $99 (Su), $169 (weekend); Reserved Seating: $79 (F), $149 (Sa), $249 (Su), $299–499, depending on location (weekend) *A purpose-built track for the Formula One circus, the Circuit of the Americas features large undulations which offer great viewing spots from many of the grandstands. The circuit is near Austin Bergstrom International Airport, making the circuit easy to reach from most parts of Austin. *'''Contact''': info@circuitoftheamericas.com, +1 512-301-6600 '''Las Vegas Grand Prix''' - ''Las Vegas Strip Circuit'', [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]] *'''Date''': mid-November *[https://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/tickets '''Tickets''']: TBA * The Las Vegas Grand Prix is the newest Grand Prix, first held in 2023, the newest night race in F1, and also the only race on the calendar for which F1 itself serves as promoter. Its start time of 10 pm local time is the latest of any F1 race. It races around Las Vegas, including the famous [[Las Vegas/The Strip|Las Vegas Strip]]. * Contact: info@f1lasvegasgp.com ====[[Mexico]]==== '''Mexican Grand Prix''' - ''Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez'' ''[[Mexico City]]'' *'''Date''': October 30 - November 1 * '''Tickets''': [https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-4861-mexico Official Formula 1 Ticket Site] (from M$7000 to M$64,000) * Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez returned to the calendar in 2015 after being absent since 1992, to the appreciation of the enthusiastic Mexican fans, who have Sergio Perez to cheer for. The circuit is a mixture of long straights and winding esses. *'''Contact''': [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/mexico Official Site] ====[[Brazil]]==== '''Brazilian Grand Prix''' - '' Autódromo José Carlos Pace (Interlagos), [[São Paulo]]'' *'''Date''': mid-November *[http://www.gpbrasil.com/?lang=EN&page=tickets '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: R$995-R$3,320 (weekend) *Brazil has been represented on the F1 calendar by the ''Autódromo José Carlos Pace'' since 1991 and was the site of the championship decider in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2012. Bumpy and quick, the track offers good overtaking opportunities. The Brazilian fans are among the most passionate in F1 and will not hide their joy or disappointment at the fortunes of local drivers. Expect dry conditions, but do not discount the possibility of brief showers. *'''Contact''': faleconosco@gpbrasil.com.br, +55 11 5666-8822 ===Asia=== ====[[Bahrain]]==== '''Bahrain Grand Prix''' - '' Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir'' *'''Date''': early March *[https://ticketing.bahraingp.com/Online/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *The Bahrain International Circuit became the first circuit in the Middle East to host a Formula One race in 2004. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat. However, the race is usually the hottest of the year. The grandstands provide relief from the sun but when walking around the paddock make sure to stay hydrated. Being in the middle of a desert, the landscape is barren and dull, not unlike much of the racing here. Local civil unrest can be a distraction. *'''Contact''': info@bic.com.bh, +973 1745 0000 ====[[China]]==== [[File:Shanghai F1 Circui 01.jpg|thumb|Two identical bridges tower over the start/finish straight at the Shanghai International Circuit]] '''Chinese Grand Prix''' - '' Shanghai International Circuit, [[Shanghai]]'' *'''Date''': mid-April *[http://www.jusstickets.com/productlist.aspx?cateid=3 '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Shanghai International Circuit is a modern autodrome built for the first Chinese Grand Prix in 2004. Good vantage points are the hairpin at the end of the 1 km straight, which always has overtaking action, and the main grandstand along the start/finish straight, from which one can view 80% of the circuit. Crowding is never a problem and the event typically undersells, leading to many empty seats. General admission is very cheap compared to grandstand entry, but there are no viewable video screens. *'''Contact''': +86 216 956 8888 <!-- ====[[India]]==== '''Indian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.buddhinternationalcircuit.in/ Buddh International Circuit], Greater Noida, [[Uttar Pradesh]]'' *'''Date''': *[http://in.bookmyshow.com/sport/formula1/ '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: ₹1,500-12,000 (Su), ₹2,000-21,000 (weekend) *One of the many newer international circuits, the Buddh International Circuit heralds the long overdue arrival of India into Formula One. The circuit is fast and flowing, but lacks the necessary characteristics for good, close racing. The grandstands are located far from the edge of the track, so binoculars are advised. Be prepared to deal with the humidity. *'''Contact''': jaypee.sports@jalindia.com, +91 120 442 9499 --> ====[[Japan]]==== [[File:Kamui Kobayashi supporters 2011 Japan.jpg|thumb|Fans cheer as local driver Kamui Kobayashi races past during the 2011 Japanese Grand Prix]] '''Japanese Grand Prix''' - ''Suzuka International Racing Course'' (or simply ''Suzuka Circuit'')'', [[Suzuka]]'' *'''Date''': early October *[https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/info_s/onlineshop/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: ¥15,568-98,592 (weekend) *The only Grand Prix in Asia for a long time, the Suzuka Circuit is notable for being the site of numerous championship deciders in the 1990s. The Japanese fans are an enthusiastic bunch and seldom leave the grounds before the sun has set. The best spot for viewing overtaking is along the main straight where one can see moves into the final chicane and into the first corner. There is an amusement park on site for the quieter parts of the weekend. *'''Contact''': <!-- ====[[Malaysia]]==== '''Malaysia Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.sepangcircuit.com.my/ Sepang International Circuit], [[Kuala Lumpur]]'' *'''Date''': late September–early October *[http://www.japan-grand-prix.com/2814-japan/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Sepang International Circuit is about 60 km (37 mi) south of Kuala Lumpur, although it is much closer to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Very heavy rain and delays in the racing are possible. Be prepared for high humidity. The best viewing spots are around the hills in the flowing outer sections of the circuit, although for shelter the grandstands along the two straights in the centre of the area is a good bet. *'''Contact''': +60 38 778 2222 --> ====[[Saudi Arabia]]==== '''Saudi Arabian Grand Prix''' - ''[https://saudiarabiangp.com/en/circuit Jeddah Corniche Circuit], [[Jeddah]]'' * '''Date''': early March * [https://tickets.saudiarabiangp.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available * The Saudi Arabian GP is one of the newer races on the calendar, having been introduced in 2021. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat, and is one of the few races held entirely at night for that same reason. Nonetheless, the race is still one of the hotter ones of the year. *'''Contact''': tickets@saudimotorsport.com, +966 9200 21023 ====[[Singapore]]==== [[File:1 singapore f1 night race 2012 city skyline.jpg|thumb|The Marina Bay Street Circuit is without a doubt the most visually spectacular circuit in Formula One today]] '''Singapore Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ Marina Bay Street Circuit], [[Singapore]]'' *'''Date''': mid-September *[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ticket/ticket_price.php '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: S$698-S$1288 (weekend); Walkabout: S$68 (F), S$148 (Sa), S$178 (Su), S$228-S$498 (weekend) *The Singapore Grand Prix is the first F1 race held at night, and the backdrop of the city of Singapore makes this event a visual feast not to be missed. The Marina Bay Street Circuit winds itself around the harbourfront, going past local landmarks such as the Singapore Flyer, the Fullerton Hotel, and the Merlion Park. *'''Contact''': tickets@singaporegp.sg, +65 6738 6738 ====[[United Arab Emirates]]==== '''Abu Dhabi Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.yasmarinacircuit.com Yas Marina Circuit], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' '''ِAbu Dhabi Grand Prix News ''' - ''[http://sport360.com/article/formula-one/26639/tickets-2014-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-selling-out-fast Abu Dhabi Grand Prix News], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' *'''Date''': late November *[http://www.korean-grand-prix.com/2857-korea/ '''Tickets''']: General Admission: AED545 (Sa Su); Grandstand: AED1,875 (Sa Su), AED2,080-AED2,600 (wkd) *The Yas Marina Circuit hosts the only grand prix that starts in the afternoon and ends after sunset. The circuit does not provide particularly exciting racing, but the grandstands along the two long straights give the opportunity to watch cars race up to 200 mph. The circuit facilities around the paddock are the very definition of opulence, but expect to pay very high prices for access. The temperatures can also get pretty high during the day but should cool down by the time the race gets underway. On site is the Ferrari World theme park. *'''Contact''': customerservice@yasmarinacircuit.com , +971 2659 9800 ===Europe=== ====[[Austria]]==== '''Austrian Grand Prix''' - ''Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, [[Styria]]'' *'''Date''': early July *'''Tickets''': No information available * In the picturesque Austrian countryside. *'''Contact''': ====[[Azerbaijan]]==== '''Azerbaijan Grand Prix''' - ''[https://www.bakucitycircuit.com/en/ Baku City Circuit]{{Dead link|date=February 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Baku]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *'''Tickets''': No information available *'''Contact''': ====[[Belgium]]==== [[File:Eau rouge kurve.jpg|thumb|The steep drop down and climb up of the ''Eau Rouge''-''Raidillon'' complex]] '''Belgian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.spa-francorchamps.be/en/index.php?lg=en Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Wallonia]]'' *'''Date''': late August *[http://www.spagrandprix.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Possibly the best racing track in the world, the ''Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps'' features everything that makes a circuit great: challenging high speed corners, large changes in altitude, plenty of overtaking opportunities, and a long history of producing exciting racing. The ''Eau Rouge'' corner is perhaps the most famous in F1, and ''Blanchimont'' and ''Stavelot'' are well known in motorsport circles. The best viewing opportunities are at the first corner (''La Source'') and the climb up to ''Les Combes''. The circuit is notorious for its own micro-climate that can see drastically different conditions at each end of the track so be prepared for anything. *'''Contact''': +32 8729 3700 ====[[Hungary]]==== '''Hungarian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://hungaroring.hu/en/dest Hungaroring], Mogyoród, [[Central Hungary|Pest County]], near [[Budapest]]'' *'''Date''': late July *[http://www.hungaroinfo.com/formel1/tickets_all_en.htm '''Tickets''']: General Admission: Adult: €68 (Su), €77 (weekend), Junior: €34 (Su), €38 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €191-381 (Su), €99-423 (weekend), Junior: €50-169 (weekend) *The Hungaroring is notoriously twisty and makes overtaking very difficult. The first corner and the chicane are best bets to see some racing action. Being in Central Europe during the height of summer, temperatures can get very hot, and there is little shading. Grandstands along the start/finish offer some shade. Wet weather has only affected one Hungarian Grand Prix in more than 25 years, so an umbrella would only be needed for protection against the sun. *'''Contact''': ====[[Italy]]==== [[File:Tifosi GP Monza 1996.jpg|thumb|There's only one team the fans support at Monza]] '''Italian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.monzanet.it/en Autodromo Nazionale Monza], [[Monza]]'' *'''Date''': early September *[https://tickets.monzanet.it/en/4661-monza/tickets/ '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: Adult: €45 (F), €60 (Sa) €80 (Su), €90-€95 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €100-150 (Sa) €155-590 (Su), €110-600 (weekend) *The Italian Grand Prix is one of the classic events on the Formula One calendar and is home to the Ferrari team, where their fans are at their most passionate. The ''Autodromo Nazionale Monza'' is located inside a huge enclosed park, the ''Parco di Monza'', which is also a natural reserve. The best viewing spots are at the chicanes and at the ''Curva Parabolica''. Be aware of pickpocketing and the sale of illegal tickets in crowded areas near the circuit's gates. *'''Contact''': ====[[Monaco]]==== [[File:Circuito de monaco F-1-2009 (2).JPG|thumb|The abundance of yachts in Monte Carlo's harbour means there's a grand prix just around the corner]] '''Monaco Grand Prix''' - ''[https://acm.mc/en/accueil/ Circuit de Monaco]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Monte Carlo]]'' *'''Date''': late May *[http://www.formula1monaco.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Located on the streets of [[Monte Carlo]], the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world. Overtaking does not feature heavily at the ''Circuit de Monaco''. Viewing is largely restricted in the grandstands; being in a city means buildings block out a majority of the rest of the circuit, although it does provide a great opportunity for fans to get closer to the action than at any other venue. Unlike every other Grand Prix, Friday is a day off, with the cars taking to the track on the Thursday instead. *'''Contact''': ====[[Netherlands]]==== '''Dutch Grand Prix''' - ''[https://www.circuitzandvoort.nl/en/ Zandvoort Circuit], [[Zandvoort]]'' * '''Date''': May * [https://dutchgp.com/ '''Tickets'''] prices not announced yet * A historic track which hosted its first F1 race in 1952. Formula 1 left the circuit in 1985 but returned in 2021. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for public transport. * '''Contact''': +31 23 5 740 740 ====[[Spain]]==== * ''''[https://www.circuitcat.com/ Barcelona- Catalunya GP]''' was held on 14 June 2026, with the next in 2028. It's no longer the Spanish GP as that has moved to Madring near Madrid, see below. : The circuit is in Montmeló 30 km northeast of [[Barcelona]]. It's 4.657 km long, and the race 66 laps totalling 307.236 km. This event is now held in even-numbered years, with theBelgian GP in odd-numbered years. ====[[United Kingdom]]==== [[File:Silverstone turn 2008.jpg|thumb|The view from the Silverstone circuit's Luffield grandstands during the 2008 British Grand Prix]] '''British Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.silverstone.co.uk/ Silverstone Circuit], [[Silverstone]]'' *'''Date''': mid-July *[https://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/2020-formula-1-british-grand-prix/ '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: Adult: £58 (F), £76 (Sa), £150 (Su), Child: £29 (F), £38 (Sa), £75 (Su); Grandstand: Adult: £171-295 (Su), Child: £85-295 (Su) *A historic track which hosted the first F1 race in 1950, Silverstone is one of the fastest on the calendar and provides plenty of great viewing opportunities. Camping is allowed on site with a permit. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for helicopters, with the circuit becoming the busiest heliport in Europe on race day. Take precautions to deal with the unpredictable British summer weather. Despite having a modern layout and expensive ticket prices, the circuit still retains an old-fashioned vibe, and is still very much an event for the fans. *'''Contact''': +44 844 3750 740 ===Oceania=== ====[[Australia]]==== '''Australian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.grandprix.com.au/ Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit], Albert Park, [[Melbourne]]'' *'''Date''': mid-March *[https://www.grandprix.com.au/gpadvantage '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: Grandstand: Adult: $320-565 (4 days) *The Australian Grand Prix takes place at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit in Albert Park, which is normally a public park the rest of the year. Plenty of good viewing spots and compared to many tracks are quite close to the circuit's edge. General entry is good value with the most popular spot being Brocky's Hill at the back part of the circuit. It is advisable to take a picnic rug or foldable chair if choosing to sit there. *'''Contact''': ==Get in== ===Tickets=== Entry to a circuit requires a ticket. Tickets can be bought for the whole weekend (all three days) or for one specific day (they get more expensive as the weekend goes along). There are generally two types on sale: *'''General admission''' tickets are the cheapest and most easily available, and they do not restrict the ticket-holder to a particular section of the track. Many circuits have viewing banks that general admission ticket-holders can use, although these fill up very quickly so get there early for a good spot. If the viewing areas are full then there are many parts where standing is available. These tickets do not give the comfort of grandstand tickets, so make sure adequate protection from the elements is brought along. The ground may be uneven or wet underfoot so bring suitable footwear and something to sit on. *'''Grandstand''' tickets give the best view of a particular section of the track and often have a large screen in view so none of the action is missed. Ticket prices are scaled, with the most expensive stands giving the most protection from the elements along with the best view. Tickets for grandstands are most commonly booked in advance so the buyer can choose a specific seat, although a few may be available on entry. There may be a few grandstands at some circuits that have no seat allocation, although these don't always give the best view. ===Traffic=== ====By car==== Formula One Grands Prix are popular events, so preparations should be made for heavy traffic. If arriving by car, Fridays are often the quietest day, but don't expect to just sail through. Traffic queues on the weekend can be ridiculously long, and unless you are a dedicated soul arriving before sunrise expect to be waiting upwards of half an hour. The same can be said for leaving. A vast majority of the crowd tends to try to leave at the same time, so unless you wish to leave early (and miss some racing) or wait until late in the evening (when there is no racing going on) be prepared for more waiting. The parking areas tend to be extremely large so make a note of anything that can make identifying where you've parked easier. No one wants to be searching for their car at the end of a tiring day. ====By shuttlebus==== Some circuits may offer a shuttlebus service, designed to alleviate traffic problems. Cars are parked some way from the track and shuttlebuses run at frequent times to the track in their own designated lane, so this can make entry a much quicker process. ====By helicopter==== Arriving by helicopter is the most stylish way for the fan to enter, if you are lucky enough to be a VIP. Most tracks have some kind of heliport, if not a purpose-built one then a field within the circuit perimeter is used. All the worries associated with queueing and waiting are largely foregone, and helicopter is surely the most stress-free way of getting in. ==Get around== Walking is generally the best option (and sometimes the only option) for getting from one area to another. Circuit maps are printed within official programs and on boards dotted around the track. If you do not have a print version of the circuit map consider taking a picture of one of the boards with your phone or camera. Bridges and service tunnels connect the interior of the circuit with the exterior. ==Buy== There will be many stalls situated just outside the viewing areas selling all kinds of F1 and motorsport memorabilia. Stock typically includes official team/driver merchandise and clothing; pictures and paintings; branded gear such as umbrellas, binoculars and flags; DVDs and other media; and collectible racing car models. Official programs will also be on sale. Be prepared to pay high prices (remember you're mainly paying for the brand), but they can make excellent souvenirs from the event and the gear can be used again for future events. These can usually be purchased online for cheaper prior to the weekend. ==Sleep== With these tracks often located away from city centers, hotels near many of the circuits can sell out up to a year in advance, so if you are intending on staying nearby book early. Some venues, such as Silverstone, allow camping on fields adjacent to the circuit. You will probably need to book a camping ticket to take advantage of this, and these too usually sell out fast so book early if you want to take this option. ==Stay safe== Despite the high visibility of the 'motorsport is dangerous' notices Formula One has quite a good spectator safety record. However, no matter how safe a restricted part of the track may seem you should not venture onto these areas as they can be quite dangerous. Previous spectator fatalities at Formula One races have been caused by the spectators in question being on a restricted part of the track. Sticking to the proper areas drastically reduces the chances of being hurt in an accident. Moving vehicles operate in the paddock areas and along service roads, so keep your eyes and ears open. If someone is hurt, there are medical tents with trained staff at various points around the track; these are marked clearly on circuit diagram boards. The following general precautions should also be taken: *'''Earplugs''' are highly recommended especially for young children and those going for the first time. Formula One cars are ear-damagingly loud and having 20 cars over a sustained period of 90 minutes can cause harm. Earplugs will probably be available at the track and some circuits offer basic versions for free. If you are intending on taking a radio to listen to the on-track commentary use a pair on in-ear monitors that can double as earplugs. *'''[[Sun protection]]''' is advised as many races take place in the summer with only grandstand seats getting any meaningful shade. Wide-brimmed caps are handy, and sunglasses are optional. *'''Waterproof clothing''' is a necessity especially for those not in sheltered areas. Even if the forecast is dry, some areas (for example Spa-Francorchamps) may experience large changes in conditions over a small area. Take a strong umbrella to cope with windy weather, otherwise bring a waterproof coat. {{PartOfTopic|Motor sport}} {{usabletopic}} 3sjldg9edfb0g4gvjor82xn2f1sj9a7 5328310 5328309 2026-08-14T12:14:26Z Grahamsands 2164467 /* Spain */ Madring 5328310 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Formula One page banner.jpg}} '''Formula One''' or F1 is the premier category of [[Motor sport]], with cars racing at over 350 kph. They mostly race on purpose-built circuits but sometimes on closed streets, with Monaco the most famous example. '''Grand Prix''' or GP is the series of F1 races over a year, with winners totting up points towards the World Championship. "Grand Prix" means big prize and these are the most lucrative racing events, drawing the best cars and drivers plus huge crowds. That term might also translate as huge price, as only manufacturers with deep pockets can afford to develop such cars and field teams. Formula One races are sometimes held outside the Grand Prix calendar, but these are more modest events, and from the traveller’s point of view F1 and GP are much the same. == Understand == === Background === The first organised motor race was in 1867 and totally illegal, as a pair of vehicles careered through the cobbled streets of Manchester. But of course the police couldn’t catch them, and the public was fascinated - this was much more exciting than horse-racing! Manufacturers wanted to show off their prowess, a dedicated racetrack made it legal and much more practical, and a circuit was a better spectacle than a point-to-point. The first motor track was at Aspendale, Victoria in 1906, set within an existing horse-racing track. But to work as a spectator sport, races had to be a test of driving skill between comparable cars. There had to be a specification – a formula – for competitors. Formula One was the inaugural specification for the top class of cars, drawing the most prize money, so "Grand Prix" became the term for races under those rules. The first Grand Prix was in Turin in 1946, and from 1950 a series of such races was held, with drivers scoring cumulative points. The Formula One World Championship now has 24 races over a calendar year, spanning the globe. The formula is long, complex, evolving and acrimonious – no season would be complete without a dust-up over its interpretation. The fundamental is that a car is powered and controlled entirely through its wheels, it can’t be a jet or rocket mounted on a trolley. Cars are therefore "out-wheeled", with big wheels to maximise traction, projecting beyond the car body. The engine has over 750 bhp and 18,000 rpm, and sits in the middle just behind the driver, so the weight is evenly distributed. A lightweight monocoque shell encloses them, shaped like a downward-acting wing to minimise air resistance while maximising downthrust for road grip. Put it all together and you have a beast capable of over 350 km/h. A Formula One Grand Prix is held over a weekend as described below, then the circus moves on. Naturally those expensive circuit facilities don’t sit idle the rest of the year. There are races in other categories (described in [[Motor sport]]), closed-door testing and training sessions, and try-drive experiences booked as 40th birthday gifts for greying wannabees. Plus venue hire, rock concerts, practice exercises for the fire brigade . . . but far and away the big money-spinner is the Grand Prix. Gaining or losing a slot in the calendar is a very big deal for the racetrack, and indeed for national prestige. The locations of Formula One racing remain fairly static throughout the year, with only the dates of the races subject to year on year changes. More countries have been hosting a Grand Prix, especially in Asia. Recent additions include circuits in [[Azerbaijan]], the [[Middle East]], [[Singapore]], the [[United States]] and [[Mexico]]. ===Weekend structure=== Formula One events take place over three days, referred to as 'the weekend', starting with practice sessions on Friday, qualifying on Saturday, and culminating with the race on Sunday. Monaco is normally the only exception to this, where the practice sessions are by tradition held one day earlier on the Thursday, leaving the Friday free. (In 2024, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were rescheduled to Saturday to avoid conflicts with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.) The routine below outlines a normal non-sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' (Thursday in Monaco) kicks off the weekend with two 1-hour Free Practice sessions: one in the morning (FP1) and one in the early afternoon (FP2). Qualifying for some supporting championships may also occur in between or after the sessions. Free Practice sessions are used by teams to test new rookies and new drivers and to get to know the track temperature and new upgrades to the car. *'''Saturday''' features the third and final Free Practice session in the morning (FP3) before the official qualifying session, which most often begins at 1PM local time. The qualifying lasts 60 to 70 minutes (in case there is a red flag), after which support championships go back on track with either qualifying sessions or races depending on the category. *'''Sunday''' is the busiest day of the weekend, comprising entirely of races. Support championship races will bookend the day, with the Formula One race beginning anywhere between 13:00 and 15:00 local time, depending on location (the Australian and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix begin late afternoon, the Singapore Grand Prix at 20:00). A Formula One race can last up to 2 hours of running time or 3 hours from race start (whichever comes first; red flag stops the running time), but barring delays or wet weather 70-90 minute races are expected. As of 2021, a new format that includes the Sprint has been introduced at some tracks. The routine below outlines a sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' kicks off the weekend with the only Free Practice session in the morning (FP1). Teams will make their best efforts to utilize the limited practice before Qualifying at the FP2 timeslot. *'''Saturday''' is the Sprint day, kicked off with a Sprint Shootout (read: shortened Qualifying) at the FP3 timeslot, followed by a 100-km Sprint Race that lasts roughly a third of the main race on Sunday. Offers limited points for the Top 8 respective from 8 to 1 points depending on their position and pitstops are optional, however results from the Sprint Race do not affect the main race. *'''Sunday''' works the same way as a normal non-sprint weekend. ===Support races=== With only six hours of action over three days, the crowd can get restless when the Formula One cars aren't racing around the track. However, the Formula One championship is joined by many other supporting championships over the weekend to keep the track alive. The races may be shorter and the cars may be slower, but don't discount the excitement (and carnage) they may bring. *'''Formula 2 (F2)''' is the feeder series to F1 and is present at most European and Middle Eastern races. Formula 2 cars look like smaller versions of F1 cars and their drivers are eager to cut their teeth into world-class racing, as finishing well in this series helps to acquire the prestige and Super License points necessary to make it to F1. Formula 2 features 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on Friday and Saturday respectively, and one race each on Saturday and Sunday. The series has a reputation of delivering future racing stars, and several of the current crop of F1 drivers, such as Lando Norris, Alexander Albon, and Charles Leclerc were once Formula 2 drivers. *'''Formula 3 (F3)''' is a rung down from Formula 2, with young drivers getting their first taste of international racing. The series is present at most European races. Like Formula 2, there are 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on the Friday and Saturday before two races on the Saturday and Sunday. While successful F3 drivers typically graduate to F2, a notable exception is current F1 series champion Max Verstappen, who went directly from F3 to F1. *'''Porsche Supercup''' is a sports car series where all drivers compete in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars. Most current Porsche factory drivers have competed in Porsche Supercup. ==Grand Prix locations== The calendar is usually announced in late summer, and venues are now known through December 2026. The main changes this year are: Because of war in the Middle East, the Saudi GP was cancelled, so only 23 races are being held. Bahrain GP transferred to Malaysia but kept its name, since they were putting up the money. In Spain, Madring is a new circuit near Madrid Airport. Barcelona-Catalunya will henceforth only be hosts in even-numbered years, alternating with Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps. There’s talk of those tracks holding out-of-calendar races in their off-years. But without World Championship points at stake and all the razzamatazz, such races might be Formula One but they won’t be Grand Prix. In the Netherlands, Zandvoort hosts its last GP in August then drops out of the calendar. ===Americas=== ====[[Canada]]==== [[File:Montreal F1.jpg|thumb|The hairpin (''L'Epingle'') at the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' offers great viewing opportunities]] '''Canadian Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, [[Montréal]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *[http://www.circuitgillesvilleneuve.ca/billets/your-weekend-at-the-grand-prix-2014 '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: $45.45 (F), $70.50 (Sa), $95.75 (Su), $126.00 (weekend); Grandstand: $267.50-560.00; 1 child under 11 per ticket-holding adult: Free *Certainly one of the best venues on the calendar, the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' often produces some of the best racing of the season. The circuit is within the Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Notre-Dame island right across downtown Montréal. Popular seating areas include along the start/finish straight, at the first chance and down at the hairpin. Although most of the recent races have been dry, wet weather is a possibility with heavy rainfall delaying the race by two hours in 2011. Expect to see close racing and plenty of overtaking. *'''Contact''': dfauteux@octanemanagement.ca, +1 514-350-4731 ext 230 ====[[United States]]==== '''Miami Grand Prix''' - ''Miami International Autodrome, [[Miami Gardens]], [[Florida]]'' (about 16 miles/26 km north of downtown [[Miami]]) *'''Date''': early May *[https://f1miamigp.com/grandstand/ '''Tickets''']: No information yet available *The Miami International Autodrome is a temporary circuit set around Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins, and the stadium's private facilities. One of F1's newer circuits, it held its first races in 2022, and is contractually guaranteed of remaining on the calendar until at least 2031. *'''Contact''': info@f1miamigp.com '''United States Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit of the Americas, [[Austin]], [[Texas]]'' *'''Date''': late October *[http://circuitoftheamericas.com/f1/tickets/general-single-day/?p=tickets '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: $59 (F), $79 (Sa), $99 (Su), $169 (weekend); Reserved Seating: $79 (F), $149 (Sa), $249 (Su), $299–499, depending on location (weekend) *A purpose-built track for the Formula One circus, the Circuit of the Americas features large undulations which offer great viewing spots from many of the grandstands. The circuit is near Austin Bergstrom International Airport, making the circuit easy to reach from most parts of Austin. *'''Contact''': info@circuitoftheamericas.com, +1 512-301-6600 '''Las Vegas Grand Prix''' - ''Las Vegas Strip Circuit'', [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]] *'''Date''': mid-November *[https://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/tickets '''Tickets''']: TBA * The Las Vegas Grand Prix is the newest Grand Prix, first held in 2023, the newest night race in F1, and also the only race on the calendar for which F1 itself serves as promoter. Its start time of 10 pm local time is the latest of any F1 race. It races around Las Vegas, including the famous [[Las Vegas/The Strip|Las Vegas Strip]]. * Contact: info@f1lasvegasgp.com ====[[Mexico]]==== '''Mexican Grand Prix''' - ''Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez'' ''[[Mexico City]]'' *'''Date''': October 30 - November 1 * '''Tickets''': [https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-4861-mexico Official Formula 1 Ticket Site] (from M$7000 to M$64,000) * Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez returned to the calendar in 2015 after being absent since 1992, to the appreciation of the enthusiastic Mexican fans, who have Sergio Perez to cheer for. The circuit is a mixture of long straights and winding esses. *'''Contact''': [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/mexico Official Site] ====[[Brazil]]==== '''Brazilian Grand Prix''' - '' Autódromo José Carlos Pace (Interlagos), [[São Paulo]]'' *'''Date''': mid-November *[http://www.gpbrasil.com/?lang=EN&page=tickets '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: R$995-R$3,320 (weekend) *Brazil has been represented on the F1 calendar by the ''Autódromo José Carlos Pace'' since 1991 and was the site of the championship decider in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2012. Bumpy and quick, the track offers good overtaking opportunities. The Brazilian fans are among the most passionate in F1 and will not hide their joy or disappointment at the fortunes of local drivers. Expect dry conditions, but do not discount the possibility of brief showers. *'''Contact''': faleconosco@gpbrasil.com.br, +55 11 5666-8822 ===Asia=== ====[[Bahrain]]==== '''Bahrain Grand Prix''' - '' Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir'' *'''Date''': early March *[https://ticketing.bahraingp.com/Online/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *The Bahrain International Circuit became the first circuit in the Middle East to host a Formula One race in 2004. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat. However, the race is usually the hottest of the year. The grandstands provide relief from the sun but when walking around the paddock make sure to stay hydrated. Being in the middle of a desert, the landscape is barren and dull, not unlike much of the racing here. Local civil unrest can be a distraction. *'''Contact''': info@bic.com.bh, +973 1745 0000 ====[[China]]==== [[File:Shanghai F1 Circui 01.jpg|thumb|Two identical bridges tower over the start/finish straight at the Shanghai International Circuit]] '''Chinese Grand Prix''' - '' Shanghai International Circuit, [[Shanghai]]'' *'''Date''': mid-April *[http://www.jusstickets.com/productlist.aspx?cateid=3 '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Shanghai International Circuit is a modern autodrome built for the first Chinese Grand Prix in 2004. Good vantage points are the hairpin at the end of the 1 km straight, which always has overtaking action, and the main grandstand along the start/finish straight, from which one can view 80% of the circuit. Crowding is never a problem and the event typically undersells, leading to many empty seats. General admission is very cheap compared to grandstand entry, but there are no viewable video screens. *'''Contact''': +86 216 956 8888 <!-- ====[[India]]==== '''Indian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.buddhinternationalcircuit.in/ Buddh International Circuit], Greater Noida, [[Uttar Pradesh]]'' *'''Date''': *[http://in.bookmyshow.com/sport/formula1/ '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: ₹1,500-12,000 (Su), ₹2,000-21,000 (weekend) *One of the many newer international circuits, the Buddh International Circuit heralds the long overdue arrival of India into Formula One. The circuit is fast and flowing, but lacks the necessary characteristics for good, close racing. The grandstands are located far from the edge of the track, so binoculars are advised. Be prepared to deal with the humidity. *'''Contact''': jaypee.sports@jalindia.com, +91 120 442 9499 --> ====[[Japan]]==== [[File:Kamui Kobayashi supporters 2011 Japan.jpg|thumb|Fans cheer as local driver Kamui Kobayashi races past during the 2011 Japanese Grand Prix]] '''Japanese Grand Prix''' - ''Suzuka International Racing Course'' (or simply ''Suzuka Circuit'')'', [[Suzuka]]'' *'''Date''': early October *[https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/info_s/onlineshop/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: ¥15,568-98,592 (weekend) *The only Grand Prix in Asia for a long time, the Suzuka Circuit is notable for being the site of numerous championship deciders in the 1990s. The Japanese fans are an enthusiastic bunch and seldom leave the grounds before the sun has set. The best spot for viewing overtaking is along the main straight where one can see moves into the final chicane and into the first corner. There is an amusement park on site for the quieter parts of the weekend. *'''Contact''': <!-- ====[[Malaysia]]==== '''Malaysia Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.sepangcircuit.com.my/ Sepang International Circuit], [[Kuala Lumpur]]'' *'''Date''': late September–early October *[http://www.japan-grand-prix.com/2814-japan/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Sepang International Circuit is about 60 km (37 mi) south of Kuala Lumpur, although it is much closer to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Very heavy rain and delays in the racing are possible. Be prepared for high humidity. The best viewing spots are around the hills in the flowing outer sections of the circuit, although for shelter the grandstands along the two straights in the centre of the area is a good bet. *'''Contact''': +60 38 778 2222 --> ====[[Saudi Arabia]]==== '''Saudi Arabian Grand Prix''' - ''[https://saudiarabiangp.com/en/circuit Jeddah Corniche Circuit], [[Jeddah]]'' * '''Date''': early March * [https://tickets.saudiarabiangp.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available * The Saudi Arabian GP is one of the newer races on the calendar, having been introduced in 2021. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat, and is one of the few races held entirely at night for that same reason. Nonetheless, the race is still one of the hotter ones of the year. *'''Contact''': tickets@saudimotorsport.com, +966 9200 21023 ====[[Singapore]]==== [[File:1 singapore f1 night race 2012 city skyline.jpg|thumb|The Marina Bay Street Circuit is without a doubt the most visually spectacular circuit in Formula One today]] '''Singapore Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ Marina Bay Street Circuit], [[Singapore]]'' *'''Date''': mid-September *[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ticket/ticket_price.php '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: S$698-S$1288 (weekend); Walkabout: S$68 (F), S$148 (Sa), S$178 (Su), S$228-S$498 (weekend) *The Singapore Grand Prix is the first F1 race held at night, and the backdrop of the city of Singapore makes this event a visual feast not to be missed. The Marina Bay Street Circuit winds itself around the harbourfront, going past local landmarks such as the Singapore Flyer, the Fullerton Hotel, and the Merlion Park. *'''Contact''': tickets@singaporegp.sg, +65 6738 6738 ====[[United Arab Emirates]]==== '''Abu Dhabi Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.yasmarinacircuit.com Yas Marina Circuit], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' '''ِAbu Dhabi Grand Prix News ''' - ''[http://sport360.com/article/formula-one/26639/tickets-2014-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-selling-out-fast Abu Dhabi Grand Prix News], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' *'''Date''': late November *[http://www.korean-grand-prix.com/2857-korea/ '''Tickets''']: General Admission: AED545 (Sa Su); Grandstand: AED1,875 (Sa Su), AED2,080-AED2,600 (wkd) *The Yas Marina Circuit hosts the only grand prix that starts in the afternoon and ends after sunset. The circuit does not provide particularly exciting racing, but the grandstands along the two long straights give the opportunity to watch cars race up to 200 mph. The circuit facilities around the paddock are the very definition of opulence, but expect to pay very high prices for access. The temperatures can also get pretty high during the day but should cool down by the time the race gets underway. On site is the Ferrari World theme park. *'''Contact''': customerservice@yasmarinacircuit.com , +971 2659 9800 ===Europe=== ====[[Austria]]==== '''Austrian Grand Prix''' - ''Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, [[Styria]]'' *'''Date''': early July *'''Tickets''': No information available * In the picturesque Austrian countryside. *'''Contact''': ====[[Azerbaijan]]==== '''Azerbaijan Grand Prix''' - ''[https://www.bakucitycircuit.com/en/ Baku City Circuit]{{Dead link|date=February 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Baku]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *'''Tickets''': No information available *'''Contact''': ====[[Belgium]]==== [[File:Eau rouge kurve.jpg|thumb|The steep drop down and climb up of the ''Eau Rouge''-''Raidillon'' complex]] '''Belgian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.spa-francorchamps.be/en/index.php?lg=en Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Wallonia]]'' *'''Date''': late August *[http://www.spagrandprix.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Possibly the best racing track in the world, the ''Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps'' features everything that makes a circuit great: challenging high speed corners, large changes in altitude, plenty of overtaking opportunities, and a long history of producing exciting racing. The ''Eau Rouge'' corner is perhaps the most famous in F1, and ''Blanchimont'' and ''Stavelot'' are well known in motorsport circles. The best viewing opportunities are at the first corner (''La Source'') and the climb up to ''Les Combes''. The circuit is notorious for its own micro-climate that can see drastically different conditions at each end of the track so be prepared for anything. *'''Contact''': +32 8729 3700 ====[[Hungary]]==== '''Hungarian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://hungaroring.hu/en/dest Hungaroring], Mogyoród, [[Central Hungary|Pest County]], near [[Budapest]]'' *'''Date''': late July *[http://www.hungaroinfo.com/formel1/tickets_all_en.htm '''Tickets''']: General Admission: Adult: €68 (Su), €77 (weekend), Junior: €34 (Su), €38 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €191-381 (Su), €99-423 (weekend), Junior: €50-169 (weekend) *The Hungaroring is notoriously twisty and makes overtaking very difficult. The first corner and the chicane are best bets to see some racing action. Being in Central Europe during the height of summer, temperatures can get very hot, and there is little shading. Grandstands along the start/finish offer some shade. Wet weather has only affected one Hungarian Grand Prix in more than 25 years, so an umbrella would only be needed for protection against the sun. *'''Contact''': ====[[Italy]]==== [[File:Tifosi GP Monza 1996.jpg|thumb|There's only one team the fans support at Monza]] '''Italian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.monzanet.it/en Autodromo Nazionale Monza], [[Monza]]'' *'''Date''': early September *[https://tickets.monzanet.it/en/4661-monza/tickets/ '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: Adult: €45 (F), €60 (Sa) €80 (Su), €90-€95 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €100-150 (Sa) €155-590 (Su), €110-600 (weekend) *The Italian Grand Prix is one of the classic events on the Formula One calendar and is home to the Ferrari team, where their fans are at their most passionate. The ''Autodromo Nazionale Monza'' is located inside a huge enclosed park, the ''Parco di Monza'', which is also a natural reserve. The best viewing spots are at the chicanes and at the ''Curva Parabolica''. Be aware of pickpocketing and the sale of illegal tickets in crowded areas near the circuit's gates. *'''Contact''': ====[[Monaco]]==== [[File:Circuito de monaco F-1-2009 (2).JPG|thumb|The abundance of yachts in Monte Carlo's harbour means there's a grand prix just around the corner]] '''Monaco Grand Prix''' - ''[https://acm.mc/en/accueil/ Circuit de Monaco]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Monte Carlo]]'' *'''Date''': late May *[http://www.formula1monaco.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Located on the streets of [[Monte Carlo]], the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world. Overtaking does not feature heavily at the ''Circuit de Monaco''. Viewing is largely restricted in the grandstands; being in a city means buildings block out a majority of the rest of the circuit, although it does provide a great opportunity for fans to get closer to the action than at any other venue. Unlike every other Grand Prix, Friday is a day off, with the cars taking to the track on the Thursday instead. *'''Contact''': ====[[Netherlands]]==== '''Dutch Grand Prix''' - ''[https://www.circuitzandvoort.nl/en/ Zandvoort Circuit], [[Zandvoort]]'' * '''Date''': May * [https://dutchgp.com/ '''Tickets'''] prices not announced yet * A historic track which hosted its first F1 race in 1952. Formula 1 left the circuit in 1985 but returned in 2021. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for public transport. * '''Contact''': +31 23 5 740 740 ==== Spain ==== * '''[https://www.circuitcat.com/ Barcelona-Catalunya GP]''' was held on 12-14 June 2026, with the next in 2028. This is no longer the Spanish GP, as that has moved to Madring near Madrid, see below. : The circuit is in Montmeló 30 km northeast of [[Barcelona]]. It's 4.657 km, with 66 laps totaling 307.236 km. This event is now held in even-numbered years, alternating with the Belgian GP in odd-numbered years. * '''[https://www.madring.com/en Spanish GP]''' is held on 11-13 Sep 2026. It's in Madring, a new street circuit around the Trade Fair Centre in [[Madrid/Northern Suburbs | Barajas]] district of Madrid near the airport. : The circuit is 5.416 km, with 57 laps totaling 308.524 km ====[[United Kingdom]]==== [[File:Silverstone turn 2008.jpg|thumb|The view from the Silverstone circuit's Luffield grandstands during the 2008 British Grand Prix]] '''British Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.silverstone.co.uk/ Silverstone Circuit], [[Silverstone]]'' *'''Date''': mid-July *[https://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/2020-formula-1-british-grand-prix/ '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: Adult: £58 (F), £76 (Sa), £150 (Su), Child: £29 (F), £38 (Sa), £75 (Su); Grandstand: Adult: £171-295 (Su), Child: £85-295 (Su) *A historic track which hosted the first F1 race in 1950, Silverstone is one of the fastest on the calendar and provides plenty of great viewing opportunities. Camping is allowed on site with a permit. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for helicopters, with the circuit becoming the busiest heliport in Europe on race day. Take precautions to deal with the unpredictable British summer weather. Despite having a modern layout and expensive ticket prices, the circuit still retains an old-fashioned vibe, and is still very much an event for the fans. *'''Contact''': +44 844 3750 740 ===Oceania=== ====[[Australia]]==== '''Australian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.grandprix.com.au/ Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit], Albert Park, [[Melbourne]]'' *'''Date''': mid-March *[https://www.grandprix.com.au/gpadvantage '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: Grandstand: Adult: $320-565 (4 days) *The Australian Grand Prix takes place at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit in Albert Park, which is normally a public park the rest of the year. Plenty of good viewing spots and compared to many tracks are quite close to the circuit's edge. General entry is good value with the most popular spot being Brocky's Hill at the back part of the circuit. It is advisable to take a picnic rug or foldable chair if choosing to sit there. *'''Contact''': ==Get in== ===Tickets=== Entry to a circuit requires a ticket. Tickets can be bought for the whole weekend (all three days) or for one specific day (they get more expensive as the weekend goes along). There are generally two types on sale: *'''General admission''' tickets are the cheapest and most easily available, and they do not restrict the ticket-holder to a particular section of the track. Many circuits have viewing banks that general admission ticket-holders can use, although these fill up very quickly so get there early for a good spot. If the viewing areas are full then there are many parts where standing is available. These tickets do not give the comfort of grandstand tickets, so make sure adequate protection from the elements is brought along. The ground may be uneven or wet underfoot so bring suitable footwear and something to sit on. *'''Grandstand''' tickets give the best view of a particular section of the track and often have a large screen in view so none of the action is missed. Ticket prices are scaled, with the most expensive stands giving the most protection from the elements along with the best view. Tickets for grandstands are most commonly booked in advance so the buyer can choose a specific seat, although a few may be available on entry. There may be a few grandstands at some circuits that have no seat allocation, although these don't always give the best view. ===Traffic=== ====By car==== Formula One Grands Prix are popular events, so preparations should be made for heavy traffic. If arriving by car, Fridays are often the quietest day, but don't expect to just sail through. Traffic queues on the weekend can be ridiculously long, and unless you are a dedicated soul arriving before sunrise expect to be waiting upwards of half an hour. The same can be said for leaving. A vast majority of the crowd tends to try to leave at the same time, so unless you wish to leave early (and miss some racing) or wait until late in the evening (when there is no racing going on) be prepared for more waiting. The parking areas tend to be extremely large so make a note of anything that can make identifying where you've parked easier. No one wants to be searching for their car at the end of a tiring day. ====By shuttlebus==== Some circuits may offer a shuttlebus service, designed to alleviate traffic problems. Cars are parked some way from the track and shuttlebuses run at frequent times to the track in their own designated lane, so this can make entry a much quicker process. ====By helicopter==== Arriving by helicopter is the most stylish way for the fan to enter, if you are lucky enough to be a VIP. Most tracks have some kind of heliport, if not a purpose-built one then a field within the circuit perimeter is used. All the worries associated with queueing and waiting are largely foregone, and helicopter is surely the most stress-free way of getting in. ==Get around== Walking is generally the best option (and sometimes the only option) for getting from one area to another. Circuit maps are printed within official programs and on boards dotted around the track. If you do not have a print version of the circuit map consider taking a picture of one of the boards with your phone or camera. Bridges and service tunnels connect the interior of the circuit with the exterior. ==Buy== There will be many stalls situated just outside the viewing areas selling all kinds of F1 and motorsport memorabilia. Stock typically includes official team/driver merchandise and clothing; pictures and paintings; branded gear such as umbrellas, binoculars and flags; DVDs and other media; and collectible racing car models. Official programs will also be on sale. Be prepared to pay high prices (remember you're mainly paying for the brand), but they can make excellent souvenirs from the event and the gear can be used again for future events. These can usually be purchased online for cheaper prior to the weekend. ==Sleep== With these tracks often located away from city centers, hotels near many of the circuits can sell out up to a year in advance, so if you are intending on staying nearby book early. Some venues, such as Silverstone, allow camping on fields adjacent to the circuit. You will probably need to book a camping ticket to take advantage of this, and these too usually sell out fast so book early if you want to take this option. ==Stay safe== Despite the high visibility of the 'motorsport is dangerous' notices Formula One has quite a good spectator safety record. However, no matter how safe a restricted part of the track may seem you should not venture onto these areas as they can be quite dangerous. Previous spectator fatalities at Formula One races have been caused by the spectators in question being on a restricted part of the track. Sticking to the proper areas drastically reduces the chances of being hurt in an accident. Moving vehicles operate in the paddock areas and along service roads, so keep your eyes and ears open. If someone is hurt, there are medical tents with trained staff at various points around the track; these are marked clearly on circuit diagram boards. The following general precautions should also be taken: *'''Earplugs''' are highly recommended especially for young children and those going for the first time. Formula One cars are ear-damagingly loud and having 20 cars over a sustained period of 90 minutes can cause harm. Earplugs will probably be available at the track and some circuits offer basic versions for free. If you are intending on taking a radio to listen to the on-track commentary use a pair on in-ear monitors that can double as earplugs. *'''[[Sun protection]]''' is advised as many races take place in the summer with only grandstand seats getting any meaningful shade. Wide-brimmed caps are handy, and sunglasses are optional. *'''Waterproof clothing''' is a necessity especially for those not in sheltered areas. Even if the forecast is dry, some areas (for example Spa-Francorchamps) may experience large changes in conditions over a small area. Take a strong umbrella to cope with windy weather, otherwise bring a waterproof coat. {{PartOfTopic|Motor sport}} {{usabletopic}} fpuxdu0jiiaz2oglgzib3z6cmprqpzs 5328311 5328310 2026-08-14T12:20:42Z Grahamsands 2164467 /* Netherlands */ Zandvoort 5328311 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Formula One page banner.jpg}} '''Formula One''' or F1 is the premier category of [[Motor sport]], with cars racing at over 350 kph. They mostly race on purpose-built circuits but sometimes on closed streets, with Monaco the most famous example. '''Grand Prix''' or GP is the series of F1 races over a year, with winners totting up points towards the World Championship. "Grand Prix" means big prize and these are the most lucrative racing events, drawing the best cars and drivers plus huge crowds. That term might also translate as huge price, as only manufacturers with deep pockets can afford to develop such cars and field teams. Formula One races are sometimes held outside the Grand Prix calendar, but these are more modest events, and from the traveller’s point of view F1 and GP are much the same. == Understand == === Background === The first organised motor race was in 1867 and totally illegal, as a pair of vehicles careered through the cobbled streets of Manchester. But of course the police couldn’t catch them, and the public was fascinated - this was much more exciting than horse-racing! Manufacturers wanted to show off their prowess, a dedicated racetrack made it legal and much more practical, and a circuit was a better spectacle than a point-to-point. The first motor track was at Aspendale, Victoria in 1906, set within an existing horse-racing track. But to work as a spectator sport, races had to be a test of driving skill between comparable cars. There had to be a specification – a formula – for competitors. Formula One was the inaugural specification for the top class of cars, drawing the most prize money, so "Grand Prix" became the term for races under those rules. The first Grand Prix was in Turin in 1946, and from 1950 a series of such races was held, with drivers scoring cumulative points. The Formula One World Championship now has 24 races over a calendar year, spanning the globe. The formula is long, complex, evolving and acrimonious – no season would be complete without a dust-up over its interpretation. The fundamental is that a car is powered and controlled entirely through its wheels, it can’t be a jet or rocket mounted on a trolley. Cars are therefore "out-wheeled", with big wheels to maximise traction, projecting beyond the car body. The engine has over 750 bhp and 18,000 rpm, and sits in the middle just behind the driver, so the weight is evenly distributed. A lightweight monocoque shell encloses them, shaped like a downward-acting wing to minimise air resistance while maximising downthrust for road grip. Put it all together and you have a beast capable of over 350 km/h. A Formula One Grand Prix is held over a weekend as described below, then the circus moves on. Naturally those expensive circuit facilities don’t sit idle the rest of the year. There are races in other categories (described in [[Motor sport]]), closed-door testing and training sessions, and try-drive experiences booked as 40th birthday gifts for greying wannabees. Plus venue hire, rock concerts, practice exercises for the fire brigade . . . but far and away the big money-spinner is the Grand Prix. Gaining or losing a slot in the calendar is a very big deal for the racetrack, and indeed for national prestige. The locations of Formula One racing remain fairly static throughout the year, with only the dates of the races subject to year on year changes. More countries have been hosting a Grand Prix, especially in Asia. Recent additions include circuits in [[Azerbaijan]], the [[Middle East]], [[Singapore]], the [[United States]] and [[Mexico]]. ===Weekend structure=== Formula One events take place over three days, referred to as 'the weekend', starting with practice sessions on Friday, qualifying on Saturday, and culminating with the race on Sunday. Monaco is normally the only exception to this, where the practice sessions are by tradition held one day earlier on the Thursday, leaving the Friday free. (In 2024, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were rescheduled to Saturday to avoid conflicts with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.) The routine below outlines a normal non-sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' (Thursday in Monaco) kicks off the weekend with two 1-hour Free Practice sessions: one in the morning (FP1) and one in the early afternoon (FP2). Qualifying for some supporting championships may also occur in between or after the sessions. Free Practice sessions are used by teams to test new rookies and new drivers and to get to know the track temperature and new upgrades to the car. *'''Saturday''' features the third and final Free Practice session in the morning (FP3) before the official qualifying session, which most often begins at 1PM local time. The qualifying lasts 60 to 70 minutes (in case there is a red flag), after which support championships go back on track with either qualifying sessions or races depending on the category. *'''Sunday''' is the busiest day of the weekend, comprising entirely of races. Support championship races will bookend the day, with the Formula One race beginning anywhere between 13:00 and 15:00 local time, depending on location (the Australian and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix begin late afternoon, the Singapore Grand Prix at 20:00). A Formula One race can last up to 2 hours of running time or 3 hours from race start (whichever comes first; red flag stops the running time), but barring delays or wet weather 70-90 minute races are expected. As of 2021, a new format that includes the Sprint has been introduced at some tracks. The routine below outlines a sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' kicks off the weekend with the only Free Practice session in the morning (FP1). Teams will make their best efforts to utilize the limited practice before Qualifying at the FP2 timeslot. *'''Saturday''' is the Sprint day, kicked off with a Sprint Shootout (read: shortened Qualifying) at the FP3 timeslot, followed by a 100-km Sprint Race that lasts roughly a third of the main race on Sunday. Offers limited points for the Top 8 respective from 8 to 1 points depending on their position and pitstops are optional, however results from the Sprint Race do not affect the main race. *'''Sunday''' works the same way as a normal non-sprint weekend. ===Support races=== With only six hours of action over three days, the crowd can get restless when the Formula One cars aren't racing around the track. However, the Formula One championship is joined by many other supporting championships over the weekend to keep the track alive. The races may be shorter and the cars may be slower, but don't discount the excitement (and carnage) they may bring. *'''Formula 2 (F2)''' is the feeder series to F1 and is present at most European and Middle Eastern races. Formula 2 cars look like smaller versions of F1 cars and their drivers are eager to cut their teeth into world-class racing, as finishing well in this series helps to acquire the prestige and Super License points necessary to make it to F1. Formula 2 features 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on Friday and Saturday respectively, and one race each on Saturday and Sunday. The series has a reputation of delivering future racing stars, and several of the current crop of F1 drivers, such as Lando Norris, Alexander Albon, and Charles Leclerc were once Formula 2 drivers. *'''Formula 3 (F3)''' is a rung down from Formula 2, with young drivers getting their first taste of international racing. The series is present at most European races. Like Formula 2, there are 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on the Friday and Saturday before two races on the Saturday and Sunday. While successful F3 drivers typically graduate to F2, a notable exception is current F1 series champion Max Verstappen, who went directly from F3 to F1. *'''Porsche Supercup''' is a sports car series where all drivers compete in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars. Most current Porsche factory drivers have competed in Porsche Supercup. ==Grand Prix locations== The calendar is usually announced in late summer, and venues are now known through December 2026. The main changes this year are: Because of war in the Middle East, the Saudi GP was cancelled, so only 23 races are being held. Bahrain GP transferred to Malaysia but kept its name, since they were putting up the money. In Spain, Madring is a new circuit near Madrid Airport. Barcelona-Catalunya will henceforth only be hosts in even-numbered years, alternating with Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps. There’s talk of those tracks holding out-of-calendar races in their off-years. But without World Championship points at stake and all the razzamatazz, such races might be Formula One but they won’t be Grand Prix. In the Netherlands, Zandvoort hosts its last GP in August then drops out of the calendar. ===Americas=== ====[[Canada]]==== [[File:Montreal F1.jpg|thumb|The hairpin (''L'Epingle'') at the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' offers great viewing opportunities]] '''Canadian Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, [[Montréal]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *[http://www.circuitgillesvilleneuve.ca/billets/your-weekend-at-the-grand-prix-2014 '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: $45.45 (F), $70.50 (Sa), $95.75 (Su), $126.00 (weekend); Grandstand: $267.50-560.00; 1 child under 11 per ticket-holding adult: Free *Certainly one of the best venues on the calendar, the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' often produces some of the best racing of the season. The circuit is within the Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Notre-Dame island right across downtown Montréal. Popular seating areas include along the start/finish straight, at the first chance and down at the hairpin. Although most of the recent races have been dry, wet weather is a possibility with heavy rainfall delaying the race by two hours in 2011. Expect to see close racing and plenty of overtaking. *'''Contact''': dfauteux@octanemanagement.ca, +1 514-350-4731 ext 230 ====[[United States]]==== '''Miami Grand Prix''' - ''Miami International Autodrome, [[Miami Gardens]], [[Florida]]'' (about 16 miles/26 km north of downtown [[Miami]]) *'''Date''': early May *[https://f1miamigp.com/grandstand/ '''Tickets''']: No information yet available *The Miami International Autodrome is a temporary circuit set around Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins, and the stadium's private facilities. One of F1's newer circuits, it held its first races in 2022, and is contractually guaranteed of remaining on the calendar until at least 2031. *'''Contact''': info@f1miamigp.com '''United States Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit of the Americas, [[Austin]], [[Texas]]'' *'''Date''': late October *[http://circuitoftheamericas.com/f1/tickets/general-single-day/?p=tickets '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: $59 (F), $79 (Sa), $99 (Su), $169 (weekend); Reserved Seating: $79 (F), $149 (Sa), $249 (Su), $299–499, depending on location (weekend) *A purpose-built track for the Formula One circus, the Circuit of the Americas features large undulations which offer great viewing spots from many of the grandstands. The circuit is near Austin Bergstrom International Airport, making the circuit easy to reach from most parts of Austin. *'''Contact''': info@circuitoftheamericas.com, +1 512-301-6600 '''Las Vegas Grand Prix''' - ''Las Vegas Strip Circuit'', [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]] *'''Date''': mid-November *[https://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/tickets '''Tickets''']: TBA * The Las Vegas Grand Prix is the newest Grand Prix, first held in 2023, the newest night race in F1, and also the only race on the calendar for which F1 itself serves as promoter. Its start time of 10 pm local time is the latest of any F1 race. It races around Las Vegas, including the famous [[Las Vegas/The Strip|Las Vegas Strip]]. * Contact: info@f1lasvegasgp.com ====[[Mexico]]==== '''Mexican Grand Prix''' - ''Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez'' ''[[Mexico City]]'' *'''Date''': October 30 - November 1 * '''Tickets''': [https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-4861-mexico Official Formula 1 Ticket Site] (from M$7000 to M$64,000) * Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez returned to the calendar in 2015 after being absent since 1992, to the appreciation of the enthusiastic Mexican fans, who have Sergio Perez to cheer for. The circuit is a mixture of long straights and winding esses. *'''Contact''': [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/mexico Official Site] ====[[Brazil]]==== '''Brazilian Grand Prix''' - '' Autódromo José Carlos Pace (Interlagos), [[São Paulo]]'' *'''Date''': mid-November *[http://www.gpbrasil.com/?lang=EN&page=tickets '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: R$995-R$3,320 (weekend) *Brazil has been represented on the F1 calendar by the ''Autódromo José Carlos Pace'' since 1991 and was the site of the championship decider in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2012. Bumpy and quick, the track offers good overtaking opportunities. The Brazilian fans are among the most passionate in F1 and will not hide their joy or disappointment at the fortunes of local drivers. Expect dry conditions, but do not discount the possibility of brief showers. *'''Contact''': faleconosco@gpbrasil.com.br, +55 11 5666-8822 ===Asia=== ====[[Bahrain]]==== '''Bahrain Grand Prix''' - '' Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir'' *'''Date''': early March *[https://ticketing.bahraingp.com/Online/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *The Bahrain International Circuit became the first circuit in the Middle East to host a Formula One race in 2004. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat. However, the race is usually the hottest of the year. The grandstands provide relief from the sun but when walking around the paddock make sure to stay hydrated. Being in the middle of a desert, the landscape is barren and dull, not unlike much of the racing here. Local civil unrest can be a distraction. *'''Contact''': info@bic.com.bh, +973 1745 0000 ====[[China]]==== [[File:Shanghai F1 Circui 01.jpg|thumb|Two identical bridges tower over the start/finish straight at the Shanghai International Circuit]] '''Chinese Grand Prix''' - '' Shanghai International Circuit, [[Shanghai]]'' *'''Date''': mid-April *[http://www.jusstickets.com/productlist.aspx?cateid=3 '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Shanghai International Circuit is a modern autodrome built for the first Chinese Grand Prix in 2004. Good vantage points are the hairpin at the end of the 1 km straight, which always has overtaking action, and the main grandstand along the start/finish straight, from which one can view 80% of the circuit. Crowding is never a problem and the event typically undersells, leading to many empty seats. General admission is very cheap compared to grandstand entry, but there are no viewable video screens. *'''Contact''': +86 216 956 8888 <!-- ====[[India]]==== '''Indian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.buddhinternationalcircuit.in/ Buddh International Circuit], Greater Noida, [[Uttar Pradesh]]'' *'''Date''': *[http://in.bookmyshow.com/sport/formula1/ '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: ₹1,500-12,000 (Su), ₹2,000-21,000 (weekend) *One of the many newer international circuits, the Buddh International Circuit heralds the long overdue arrival of India into Formula One. The circuit is fast and flowing, but lacks the necessary characteristics for good, close racing. The grandstands are located far from the edge of the track, so binoculars are advised. Be prepared to deal with the humidity. *'''Contact''': jaypee.sports@jalindia.com, +91 120 442 9499 --> ====[[Japan]]==== [[File:Kamui Kobayashi supporters 2011 Japan.jpg|thumb|Fans cheer as local driver Kamui Kobayashi races past during the 2011 Japanese Grand Prix]] '''Japanese Grand Prix''' - ''Suzuka International Racing Course'' (or simply ''Suzuka Circuit'')'', [[Suzuka]]'' *'''Date''': early October *[https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/info_s/onlineshop/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: ¥15,568-98,592 (weekend) *The only Grand Prix in Asia for a long time, the Suzuka Circuit is notable for being the site of numerous championship deciders in the 1990s. The Japanese fans are an enthusiastic bunch and seldom leave the grounds before the sun has set. The best spot for viewing overtaking is along the main straight where one can see moves into the final chicane and into the first corner. There is an amusement park on site for the quieter parts of the weekend. *'''Contact''': <!-- ====[[Malaysia]]==== '''Malaysia Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.sepangcircuit.com.my/ Sepang International Circuit], [[Kuala Lumpur]]'' *'''Date''': late September–early October *[http://www.japan-grand-prix.com/2814-japan/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Sepang International Circuit is about 60 km (37 mi) south of Kuala Lumpur, although it is much closer to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Very heavy rain and delays in the racing are possible. Be prepared for high humidity. The best viewing spots are around the hills in the flowing outer sections of the circuit, although for shelter the grandstands along the two straights in the centre of the area is a good bet. *'''Contact''': +60 38 778 2222 --> ====[[Saudi Arabia]]==== '''Saudi Arabian Grand Prix''' - ''[https://saudiarabiangp.com/en/circuit Jeddah Corniche Circuit], [[Jeddah]]'' * '''Date''': early March * [https://tickets.saudiarabiangp.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available * The Saudi Arabian GP is one of the newer races on the calendar, having been introduced in 2021. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat, and is one of the few races held entirely at night for that same reason. Nonetheless, the race is still one of the hotter ones of the year. *'''Contact''': tickets@saudimotorsport.com, +966 9200 21023 ====[[Singapore]]==== [[File:1 singapore f1 night race 2012 city skyline.jpg|thumb|The Marina Bay Street Circuit is without a doubt the most visually spectacular circuit in Formula One today]] '''Singapore Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ Marina Bay Street Circuit], [[Singapore]]'' *'''Date''': mid-September *[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ticket/ticket_price.php '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: S$698-S$1288 (weekend); Walkabout: S$68 (F), S$148 (Sa), S$178 (Su), S$228-S$498 (weekend) *The Singapore Grand Prix is the first F1 race held at night, and the backdrop of the city of Singapore makes this event a visual feast not to be missed. The Marina Bay Street Circuit winds itself around the harbourfront, going past local landmarks such as the Singapore Flyer, the Fullerton Hotel, and the Merlion Park. *'''Contact''': tickets@singaporegp.sg, +65 6738 6738 ====[[United Arab Emirates]]==== '''Abu Dhabi Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.yasmarinacircuit.com Yas Marina Circuit], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' '''ِAbu Dhabi Grand Prix News ''' - ''[http://sport360.com/article/formula-one/26639/tickets-2014-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-selling-out-fast Abu Dhabi Grand Prix News], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' *'''Date''': late November *[http://www.korean-grand-prix.com/2857-korea/ '''Tickets''']: General Admission: AED545 (Sa Su); Grandstand: AED1,875 (Sa Su), AED2,080-AED2,600 (wkd) *The Yas Marina Circuit hosts the only grand prix that starts in the afternoon and ends after sunset. The circuit does not provide particularly exciting racing, but the grandstands along the two long straights give the opportunity to watch cars race up to 200 mph. The circuit facilities around the paddock are the very definition of opulence, but expect to pay very high prices for access. The temperatures can also get pretty high during the day but should cool down by the time the race gets underway. On site is the Ferrari World theme park. *'''Contact''': customerservice@yasmarinacircuit.com , +971 2659 9800 ===Europe=== ====[[Austria]]==== '''Austrian Grand Prix''' - ''Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, [[Styria]]'' *'''Date''': early July *'''Tickets''': No information available * In the picturesque Austrian countryside. *'''Contact''': ====[[Azerbaijan]]==== '''Azerbaijan Grand Prix''' - ''[https://www.bakucitycircuit.com/en/ Baku City Circuit]{{Dead link|date=February 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Baku]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *'''Tickets''': No information available *'''Contact''': ====[[Belgium]]==== [[File:Eau rouge kurve.jpg|thumb|The steep drop down and climb up of the ''Eau Rouge''-''Raidillon'' complex]] '''Belgian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.spa-francorchamps.be/en/index.php?lg=en Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Wallonia]]'' *'''Date''': late August *[http://www.spagrandprix.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Possibly the best racing track in the world, the ''Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps'' features everything that makes a circuit great: challenging high speed corners, large changes in altitude, plenty of overtaking opportunities, and a long history of producing exciting racing. The ''Eau Rouge'' corner is perhaps the most famous in F1, and ''Blanchimont'' and ''Stavelot'' are well known in motorsport circles. The best viewing opportunities are at the first corner (''La Source'') and the climb up to ''Les Combes''. The circuit is notorious for its own micro-climate that can see drastically different conditions at each end of the track so be prepared for anything. *'''Contact''': +32 8729 3700 ====[[Hungary]]==== '''Hungarian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://hungaroring.hu/en/dest Hungaroring], Mogyoród, [[Central Hungary|Pest County]], near [[Budapest]]'' *'''Date''': late July *[http://www.hungaroinfo.com/formel1/tickets_all_en.htm '''Tickets''']: General Admission: Adult: €68 (Su), €77 (weekend), Junior: €34 (Su), €38 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €191-381 (Su), €99-423 (weekend), Junior: €50-169 (weekend) *The Hungaroring is notoriously twisty and makes overtaking very difficult. The first corner and the chicane are best bets to see some racing action. Being in Central Europe during the height of summer, temperatures can get very hot, and there is little shading. Grandstands along the start/finish offer some shade. Wet weather has only affected one Hungarian Grand Prix in more than 25 years, so an umbrella would only be needed for protection against the sun. *'''Contact''': ====[[Italy]]==== [[File:Tifosi GP Monza 1996.jpg|thumb|There's only one team the fans support at Monza]] '''Italian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.monzanet.it/en Autodromo Nazionale Monza], [[Monza]]'' *'''Date''': early September *[https://tickets.monzanet.it/en/4661-monza/tickets/ '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: Adult: €45 (F), €60 (Sa) €80 (Su), €90-€95 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €100-150 (Sa) €155-590 (Su), €110-600 (weekend) *The Italian Grand Prix is one of the classic events on the Formula One calendar and is home to the Ferrari team, where their fans are at their most passionate. The ''Autodromo Nazionale Monza'' is located inside a huge enclosed park, the ''Parco di Monza'', which is also a natural reserve. The best viewing spots are at the chicanes and at the ''Curva Parabolica''. Be aware of pickpocketing and the sale of illegal tickets in crowded areas near the circuit's gates. *'''Contact''': ====[[Monaco]]==== [[File:Circuito de monaco F-1-2009 (2).JPG|thumb|The abundance of yachts in Monte Carlo's harbour means there's a grand prix just around the corner]] '''Monaco Grand Prix''' - ''[https://acm.mc/en/accueil/ Circuit de Monaco]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Monte Carlo]]'' *'''Date''': late May *[http://www.formula1monaco.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Located on the streets of [[Monte Carlo]], the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world. Overtaking does not feature heavily at the ''Circuit de Monaco''. Viewing is largely restricted in the grandstands; being in a city means buildings block out a majority of the rest of the circuit, although it does provide a great opportunity for fans to get closer to the action than at any other venue. Unlike every other Grand Prix, Friday is a day off, with the cars taking to the track on the Thursday instead. *'''Contact''': ==== Netherlands ==== * '''[https://www.circuitzandvoort.nl/ Dutch Grand Prix]''' is on 21-23 Aug 2026, in [[Zandvoort]] on the north Dutch coast. It drops out of the calendar thereafter. ==== Spain ==== * '''[https://www.circuitcat.com/ Barcelona-Catalunya GP]''' was held on 12-14 June 2026, with the next in 2028. This is no longer the Spanish GP, as that has moved to Madring near Madrid, see below. : The circuit is in Montmeló 30 km northeast of [[Barcelona]]. It's 4.657 km, with 66 laps totaling 307.236 km. This event is now held in even-numbered years, alternating with the Belgian GP in odd-numbered years. * '''[https://www.madring.com/en Spanish GP]''' is held on 11-13 Sep 2026. It's in Madring, a new street circuit around the Trade Fair Centre in [[Madrid/Northern Suburbs | Barajas]] district of Madrid near the airport. : The circuit is 5.416 km, with 57 laps totaling 308.524 km ====[[United Kingdom]]==== [[File:Silverstone turn 2008.jpg|thumb|The view from the Silverstone circuit's Luffield grandstands during the 2008 British Grand Prix]] '''British Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.silverstone.co.uk/ Silverstone Circuit], [[Silverstone]]'' *'''Date''': mid-July *[https://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/2020-formula-1-british-grand-prix/ '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: Adult: £58 (F), £76 (Sa), £150 (Su), Child: £29 (F), £38 (Sa), £75 (Su); Grandstand: Adult: £171-295 (Su), Child: £85-295 (Su) *A historic track which hosted the first F1 race in 1950, Silverstone is one of the fastest on the calendar and provides plenty of great viewing opportunities. Camping is allowed on site with a permit. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for helicopters, with the circuit becoming the busiest heliport in Europe on race day. Take precautions to deal with the unpredictable British summer weather. Despite having a modern layout and expensive ticket prices, the circuit still retains an old-fashioned vibe, and is still very much an event for the fans. *'''Contact''': +44 844 3750 740 ===Oceania=== ====[[Australia]]==== '''Australian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.grandprix.com.au/ Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit], Albert Park, [[Melbourne]]'' *'''Date''': mid-March *[https://www.grandprix.com.au/gpadvantage '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: Grandstand: Adult: $320-565 (4 days) *The Australian Grand Prix takes place at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit in Albert Park, which is normally a public park the rest of the year. Plenty of good viewing spots and compared to many tracks are quite close to the circuit's edge. General entry is good value with the most popular spot being Brocky's Hill at the back part of the circuit. It is advisable to take a picnic rug or foldable chair if choosing to sit there. *'''Contact''': ==Get in== ===Tickets=== Entry to a circuit requires a ticket. Tickets can be bought for the whole weekend (all three days) or for one specific day (they get more expensive as the weekend goes along). There are generally two types on sale: *'''General admission''' tickets are the cheapest and most easily available, and they do not restrict the ticket-holder to a particular section of the track. Many circuits have viewing banks that general admission ticket-holders can use, although these fill up very quickly so get there early for a good spot. If the viewing areas are full then there are many parts where standing is available. These tickets do not give the comfort of grandstand tickets, so make sure adequate protection from the elements is brought along. The ground may be uneven or wet underfoot so bring suitable footwear and something to sit on. *'''Grandstand''' tickets give the best view of a particular section of the track and often have a large screen in view so none of the action is missed. Ticket prices are scaled, with the most expensive stands giving the most protection from the elements along with the best view. Tickets for grandstands are most commonly booked in advance so the buyer can choose a specific seat, although a few may be available on entry. There may be a few grandstands at some circuits that have no seat allocation, although these don't always give the best view. ===Traffic=== ====By car==== Formula One Grands Prix are popular events, so preparations should be made for heavy traffic. If arriving by car, Fridays are often the quietest day, but don't expect to just sail through. Traffic queues on the weekend can be ridiculously long, and unless you are a dedicated soul arriving before sunrise expect to be waiting upwards of half an hour. The same can be said for leaving. A vast majority of the crowd tends to try to leave at the same time, so unless you wish to leave early (and miss some racing) or wait until late in the evening (when there is no racing going on) be prepared for more waiting. The parking areas tend to be extremely large so make a note of anything that can make identifying where you've parked easier. No one wants to be searching for their car at the end of a tiring day. ====By shuttlebus==== Some circuits may offer a shuttlebus service, designed to alleviate traffic problems. Cars are parked some way from the track and shuttlebuses run at frequent times to the track in their own designated lane, so this can make entry a much quicker process. ====By helicopter==== Arriving by helicopter is the most stylish way for the fan to enter, if you are lucky enough to be a VIP. Most tracks have some kind of heliport, if not a purpose-built one then a field within the circuit perimeter is used. All the worries associated with queueing and waiting are largely foregone, and helicopter is surely the most stress-free way of getting in. ==Get around== Walking is generally the best option (and sometimes the only option) for getting from one area to another. Circuit maps are printed within official programs and on boards dotted around the track. If you do not have a print version of the circuit map consider taking a picture of one of the boards with your phone or camera. Bridges and service tunnels connect the interior of the circuit with the exterior. ==Buy== There will be many stalls situated just outside the viewing areas selling all kinds of F1 and motorsport memorabilia. Stock typically includes official team/driver merchandise and clothing; pictures and paintings; branded gear such as umbrellas, binoculars and flags; DVDs and other media; and collectible racing car models. Official programs will also be on sale. Be prepared to pay high prices (remember you're mainly paying for the brand), but they can make excellent souvenirs from the event and the gear can be used again for future events. These can usually be purchased online for cheaper prior to the weekend. ==Sleep== With these tracks often located away from city centers, hotels near many of the circuits can sell out up to a year in advance, so if you are intending on staying nearby book early. Some venues, such as Silverstone, allow camping on fields adjacent to the circuit. You will probably need to book a camping ticket to take advantage of this, and these too usually sell out fast so book early if you want to take this option. ==Stay safe== Despite the high visibility of the 'motorsport is dangerous' notices Formula One has quite a good spectator safety record. However, no matter how safe a restricted part of the track may seem you should not venture onto these areas as they can be quite dangerous. Previous spectator fatalities at Formula One races have been caused by the spectators in question being on a restricted part of the track. Sticking to the proper areas drastically reduces the chances of being hurt in an accident. Moving vehicles operate in the paddock areas and along service roads, so keep your eyes and ears open. If someone is hurt, there are medical tents with trained staff at various points around the track; these are marked clearly on circuit diagram boards. The following general precautions should also be taken: *'''Earplugs''' are highly recommended especially for young children and those going for the first time. Formula One cars are ear-damagingly loud and having 20 cars over a sustained period of 90 minutes can cause harm. Earplugs will probably be available at the track and some circuits offer basic versions for free. If you are intending on taking a radio to listen to the on-track commentary use a pair on in-ear monitors that can double as earplugs. *'''[[Sun protection]]''' is advised as many races take place in the summer with only grandstand seats getting any meaningful shade. Wide-brimmed caps are handy, and sunglasses are optional. *'''Waterproof clothing''' is a necessity especially for those not in sheltered areas. Even if the forecast is dry, some areas (for example Spa-Francorchamps) may experience large changes in conditions over a small area. Take a strong umbrella to cope with windy weather, otherwise bring a waterproof coat. {{PartOfTopic|Motor sport}} {{usabletopic}} jr2zro8fnkmxzcyllmybza2hiwarc6x 5328312 5328311 2026-08-14T12:26:40Z Grahamsands 2164467 /* Italy */ Imola 5328312 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Formula One page banner.jpg}} '''Formula One''' or F1 is the premier category of [[Motor sport]], with cars racing at over 350 kph. They mostly race on purpose-built circuits but sometimes on closed streets, with Monaco the most famous example. '''Grand Prix''' or GP is the series of F1 races over a year, with winners totting up points towards the World Championship. "Grand Prix" means big prize and these are the most lucrative racing events, drawing the best cars and drivers plus huge crowds. That term might also translate as huge price, as only manufacturers with deep pockets can afford to develop such cars and field teams. Formula One races are sometimes held outside the Grand Prix calendar, but these are more modest events, and from the traveller’s point of view F1 and GP are much the same. == Understand == === Background === The first organised motor race was in 1867 and totally illegal, as a pair of vehicles careered through the cobbled streets of Manchester. But of course the police couldn’t catch them, and the public was fascinated - this was much more exciting than horse-racing! Manufacturers wanted to show off their prowess, a dedicated racetrack made it legal and much more practical, and a circuit was a better spectacle than a point-to-point. The first motor track was at Aspendale, Victoria in 1906, set within an existing horse-racing track. But to work as a spectator sport, races had to be a test of driving skill between comparable cars. There had to be a specification – a formula – for competitors. Formula One was the inaugural specification for the top class of cars, drawing the most prize money, so "Grand Prix" became the term for races under those rules. The first Grand Prix was in Turin in 1946, and from 1950 a series of such races was held, with drivers scoring cumulative points. The Formula One World Championship now has 24 races over a calendar year, spanning the globe. The formula is long, complex, evolving and acrimonious – no season would be complete without a dust-up over its interpretation. The fundamental is that a car is powered and controlled entirely through its wheels, it can’t be a jet or rocket mounted on a trolley. Cars are therefore "out-wheeled", with big wheels to maximise traction, projecting beyond the car body. The engine has over 750 bhp and 18,000 rpm, and sits in the middle just behind the driver, so the weight is evenly distributed. A lightweight monocoque shell encloses them, shaped like a downward-acting wing to minimise air resistance while maximising downthrust for road grip. Put it all together and you have a beast capable of over 350 km/h. A Formula One Grand Prix is held over a weekend as described below, then the circus moves on. Naturally those expensive circuit facilities don’t sit idle the rest of the year. There are races in other categories (described in [[Motor sport]]), closed-door testing and training sessions, and try-drive experiences booked as 40th birthday gifts for greying wannabees. Plus venue hire, rock concerts, practice exercises for the fire brigade . . . but far and away the big money-spinner is the Grand Prix. Gaining or losing a slot in the calendar is a very big deal for the racetrack, and indeed for national prestige. The locations of Formula One racing remain fairly static throughout the year, with only the dates of the races subject to year on year changes. More countries have been hosting a Grand Prix, especially in Asia. Recent additions include circuits in [[Azerbaijan]], the [[Middle East]], [[Singapore]], the [[United States]] and [[Mexico]]. ===Weekend structure=== Formula One events take place over three days, referred to as 'the weekend', starting with practice sessions on Friday, qualifying on Saturday, and culminating with the race on Sunday. Monaco is normally the only exception to this, where the practice sessions are by tradition held one day earlier on the Thursday, leaving the Friday free. (In 2024, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were rescheduled to Saturday to avoid conflicts with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.) The routine below outlines a normal non-sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' (Thursday in Monaco) kicks off the weekend with two 1-hour Free Practice sessions: one in the morning (FP1) and one in the early afternoon (FP2). Qualifying for some supporting championships may also occur in between or after the sessions. Free Practice sessions are used by teams to test new rookies and new drivers and to get to know the track temperature and new upgrades to the car. *'''Saturday''' features the third and final Free Practice session in the morning (FP3) before the official qualifying session, which most often begins at 1PM local time. The qualifying lasts 60 to 70 minutes (in case there is a red flag), after which support championships go back on track with either qualifying sessions or races depending on the category. *'''Sunday''' is the busiest day of the weekend, comprising entirely of races. Support championship races will bookend the day, with the Formula One race beginning anywhere between 13:00 and 15:00 local time, depending on location (the Australian and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix begin late afternoon, the Singapore Grand Prix at 20:00). A Formula One race can last up to 2 hours of running time or 3 hours from race start (whichever comes first; red flag stops the running time), but barring delays or wet weather 70-90 minute races are expected. As of 2021, a new format that includes the Sprint has been introduced at some tracks. The routine below outlines a sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' kicks off the weekend with the only Free Practice session in the morning (FP1). Teams will make their best efforts to utilize the limited practice before Qualifying at the FP2 timeslot. *'''Saturday''' is the Sprint day, kicked off with a Sprint Shootout (read: shortened Qualifying) at the FP3 timeslot, followed by a 100-km Sprint Race that lasts roughly a third of the main race on Sunday. Offers limited points for the Top 8 respective from 8 to 1 points depending on their position and pitstops are optional, however results from the Sprint Race do not affect the main race. *'''Sunday''' works the same way as a normal non-sprint weekend. ===Support races=== With only six hours of action over three days, the crowd can get restless when the Formula One cars aren't racing around the track. However, the Formula One championship is joined by many other supporting championships over the weekend to keep the track alive. The races may be shorter and the cars may be slower, but don't discount the excitement (and carnage) they may bring. *'''Formula 2 (F2)''' is the feeder series to F1 and is present at most European and Middle Eastern races. Formula 2 cars look like smaller versions of F1 cars and their drivers are eager to cut their teeth into world-class racing, as finishing well in this series helps to acquire the prestige and Super License points necessary to make it to F1. Formula 2 features 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on Friday and Saturday respectively, and one race each on Saturday and Sunday. The series has a reputation of delivering future racing stars, and several of the current crop of F1 drivers, such as Lando Norris, Alexander Albon, and Charles Leclerc were once Formula 2 drivers. *'''Formula 3 (F3)''' is a rung down from Formula 2, with young drivers getting their first taste of international racing. The series is present at most European races. Like Formula 2, there are 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on the Friday and Saturday before two races on the Saturday and Sunday. While successful F3 drivers typically graduate to F2, a notable exception is current F1 series champion Max Verstappen, who went directly from F3 to F1. *'''Porsche Supercup''' is a sports car series where all drivers compete in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars. Most current Porsche factory drivers have competed in Porsche Supercup. ==Grand Prix locations== The calendar is usually announced in late summer, and venues are now known through December 2026. The main changes this year are: Because of war in the Middle East, the Saudi GP was cancelled, so only 23 races are being held. Bahrain GP transferred to Malaysia but kept its name, since they were putting up the money. In Spain, Madring is a new circuit near Madrid Airport. Barcelona-Catalunya will henceforth only be hosts in even-numbered years, alternating with Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps. There’s talk of those tracks holding out-of-calendar races in their off-years. But without World Championship points at stake and all the razzamatazz, such races might be Formula One but they won’t be Grand Prix. In the Netherlands, Zandvoort hosts its last GP in August then drops out of the calendar. ===Americas=== ====[[Canada]]==== [[File:Montreal F1.jpg|thumb|The hairpin (''L'Epingle'') at the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' offers great viewing opportunities]] '''Canadian Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, [[Montréal]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *[http://www.circuitgillesvilleneuve.ca/billets/your-weekend-at-the-grand-prix-2014 '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: $45.45 (F), $70.50 (Sa), $95.75 (Su), $126.00 (weekend); Grandstand: $267.50-560.00; 1 child under 11 per ticket-holding adult: Free *Certainly one of the best venues on the calendar, the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' often produces some of the best racing of the season. The circuit is within the Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Notre-Dame island right across downtown Montréal. Popular seating areas include along the start/finish straight, at the first chance and down at the hairpin. Although most of the recent races have been dry, wet weather is a possibility with heavy rainfall delaying the race by two hours in 2011. Expect to see close racing and plenty of overtaking. *'''Contact''': dfauteux@octanemanagement.ca, +1 514-350-4731 ext 230 ====[[United States]]==== '''Miami Grand Prix''' - ''Miami International Autodrome, [[Miami Gardens]], [[Florida]]'' (about 16 miles/26 km north of downtown [[Miami]]) *'''Date''': early May *[https://f1miamigp.com/grandstand/ '''Tickets''']: No information yet available *The Miami International Autodrome is a temporary circuit set around Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins, and the stadium's private facilities. One of F1's newer circuits, it held its first races in 2022, and is contractually guaranteed of remaining on the calendar until at least 2031. *'''Contact''': info@f1miamigp.com '''United States Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit of the Americas, [[Austin]], [[Texas]]'' *'''Date''': late October *[http://circuitoftheamericas.com/f1/tickets/general-single-day/?p=tickets '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: $59 (F), $79 (Sa), $99 (Su), $169 (weekend); Reserved Seating: $79 (F), $149 (Sa), $249 (Su), $299–499, depending on location (weekend) *A purpose-built track for the Formula One circus, the Circuit of the Americas features large undulations which offer great viewing spots from many of the grandstands. The circuit is near Austin Bergstrom International Airport, making the circuit easy to reach from most parts of Austin. *'''Contact''': info@circuitoftheamericas.com, +1 512-301-6600 '''Las Vegas Grand Prix''' - ''Las Vegas Strip Circuit'', [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]] *'''Date''': mid-November *[https://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/tickets '''Tickets''']: TBA * The Las Vegas Grand Prix is the newest Grand Prix, first held in 2023, the newest night race in F1, and also the only race on the calendar for which F1 itself serves as promoter. Its start time of 10 pm local time is the latest of any F1 race. It races around Las Vegas, including the famous [[Las Vegas/The Strip|Las Vegas Strip]]. * Contact: info@f1lasvegasgp.com ====[[Mexico]]==== '''Mexican Grand Prix''' - ''Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez'' ''[[Mexico City]]'' *'''Date''': October 30 - November 1 * '''Tickets''': [https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-4861-mexico Official Formula 1 Ticket Site] (from M$7000 to M$64,000) * Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez returned to the calendar in 2015 after being absent since 1992, to the appreciation of the enthusiastic Mexican fans, who have Sergio Perez to cheer for. The circuit is a mixture of long straights and winding esses. *'''Contact''': [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/mexico Official Site] ====[[Brazil]]==== '''Brazilian Grand Prix''' - '' Autódromo José Carlos Pace (Interlagos), [[São Paulo]]'' *'''Date''': mid-November *[http://www.gpbrasil.com/?lang=EN&page=tickets '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: R$995-R$3,320 (weekend) *Brazil has been represented on the F1 calendar by the ''Autódromo José Carlos Pace'' since 1991 and was the site of the championship decider in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2012. Bumpy and quick, the track offers good overtaking opportunities. The Brazilian fans are among the most passionate in F1 and will not hide their joy or disappointment at the fortunes of local drivers. Expect dry conditions, but do not discount the possibility of brief showers. *'''Contact''': faleconosco@gpbrasil.com.br, +55 11 5666-8822 ===Asia=== ====[[Bahrain]]==== '''Bahrain Grand Prix''' - '' Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir'' *'''Date''': early March *[https://ticketing.bahraingp.com/Online/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *The Bahrain International Circuit became the first circuit in the Middle East to host a Formula One race in 2004. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat. However, the race is usually the hottest of the year. The grandstands provide relief from the sun but when walking around the paddock make sure to stay hydrated. Being in the middle of a desert, the landscape is barren and dull, not unlike much of the racing here. Local civil unrest can be a distraction. *'''Contact''': info@bic.com.bh, +973 1745 0000 ====[[China]]==== [[File:Shanghai F1 Circui 01.jpg|thumb|Two identical bridges tower over the start/finish straight at the Shanghai International Circuit]] '''Chinese Grand Prix''' - '' Shanghai International Circuit, [[Shanghai]]'' *'''Date''': mid-April *[http://www.jusstickets.com/productlist.aspx?cateid=3 '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Shanghai International Circuit is a modern autodrome built for the first Chinese Grand Prix in 2004. Good vantage points are the hairpin at the end of the 1 km straight, which always has overtaking action, and the main grandstand along the start/finish straight, from which one can view 80% of the circuit. Crowding is never a problem and the event typically undersells, leading to many empty seats. General admission is very cheap compared to grandstand entry, but there are no viewable video screens. *'''Contact''': +86 216 956 8888 <!-- ====[[India]]==== '''Indian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.buddhinternationalcircuit.in/ Buddh International Circuit], Greater Noida, [[Uttar Pradesh]]'' *'''Date''': *[http://in.bookmyshow.com/sport/formula1/ '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: ₹1,500-12,000 (Su), ₹2,000-21,000 (weekend) *One of the many newer international circuits, the Buddh International Circuit heralds the long overdue arrival of India into Formula One. The circuit is fast and flowing, but lacks the necessary characteristics for good, close racing. The grandstands are located far from the edge of the track, so binoculars are advised. Be prepared to deal with the humidity. *'''Contact''': jaypee.sports@jalindia.com, +91 120 442 9499 --> ====[[Japan]]==== [[File:Kamui Kobayashi supporters 2011 Japan.jpg|thumb|Fans cheer as local driver Kamui Kobayashi races past during the 2011 Japanese Grand Prix]] '''Japanese Grand Prix''' - ''Suzuka International Racing Course'' (or simply ''Suzuka Circuit'')'', [[Suzuka]]'' *'''Date''': early October *[https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/info_s/onlineshop/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: ¥15,568-98,592 (weekend) *The only Grand Prix in Asia for a long time, the Suzuka Circuit is notable for being the site of numerous championship deciders in the 1990s. The Japanese fans are an enthusiastic bunch and seldom leave the grounds before the sun has set. The best spot for viewing overtaking is along the main straight where one can see moves into the final chicane and into the first corner. There is an amusement park on site for the quieter parts of the weekend. *'''Contact''': <!-- ====[[Malaysia]]==== '''Malaysia Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.sepangcircuit.com.my/ Sepang International Circuit], [[Kuala Lumpur]]'' *'''Date''': late September–early October *[http://www.japan-grand-prix.com/2814-japan/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Sepang International Circuit is about 60 km (37 mi) south of Kuala Lumpur, although it is much closer to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Very heavy rain and delays in the racing are possible. Be prepared for high humidity. The best viewing spots are around the hills in the flowing outer sections of the circuit, although for shelter the grandstands along the two straights in the centre of the area is a good bet. *'''Contact''': +60 38 778 2222 --> ====[[Saudi Arabia]]==== '''Saudi Arabian Grand Prix''' - ''[https://saudiarabiangp.com/en/circuit Jeddah Corniche Circuit], [[Jeddah]]'' * '''Date''': early March * [https://tickets.saudiarabiangp.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available * The Saudi Arabian GP is one of the newer races on the calendar, having been introduced in 2021. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat, and is one of the few races held entirely at night for that same reason. Nonetheless, the race is still one of the hotter ones of the year. *'''Contact''': tickets@saudimotorsport.com, +966 9200 21023 ====[[Singapore]]==== [[File:1 singapore f1 night race 2012 city skyline.jpg|thumb|The Marina Bay Street Circuit is without a doubt the most visually spectacular circuit in Formula One today]] '''Singapore Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ Marina Bay Street Circuit], [[Singapore]]'' *'''Date''': mid-September *[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ticket/ticket_price.php '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: S$698-S$1288 (weekend); Walkabout: S$68 (F), S$148 (Sa), S$178 (Su), S$228-S$498 (weekend) *The Singapore Grand Prix is the first F1 race held at night, and the backdrop of the city of Singapore makes this event a visual feast not to be missed. The Marina Bay Street Circuit winds itself around the harbourfront, going past local landmarks such as the Singapore Flyer, the Fullerton Hotel, and the Merlion Park. *'''Contact''': tickets@singaporegp.sg, +65 6738 6738 ====[[United Arab Emirates]]==== '''Abu Dhabi Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.yasmarinacircuit.com Yas Marina Circuit], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' '''ِAbu Dhabi Grand Prix News ''' - ''[http://sport360.com/article/formula-one/26639/tickets-2014-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-selling-out-fast Abu Dhabi Grand Prix News], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' *'''Date''': late November *[http://www.korean-grand-prix.com/2857-korea/ '''Tickets''']: General Admission: AED545 (Sa Su); Grandstand: AED1,875 (Sa Su), AED2,080-AED2,600 (wkd) *The Yas Marina Circuit hosts the only grand prix that starts in the afternoon and ends after sunset. The circuit does not provide particularly exciting racing, but the grandstands along the two long straights give the opportunity to watch cars race up to 200 mph. The circuit facilities around the paddock are the very definition of opulence, but expect to pay very high prices for access. The temperatures can also get pretty high during the day but should cool down by the time the race gets underway. On site is the Ferrari World theme park. *'''Contact''': customerservice@yasmarinacircuit.com , +971 2659 9800 ===Europe=== ====[[Austria]]==== '''Austrian Grand Prix''' - ''Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, [[Styria]]'' *'''Date''': early July *'''Tickets''': No information available * In the picturesque Austrian countryside. *'''Contact''': ====[[Azerbaijan]]==== '''Azerbaijan Grand Prix''' - ''[https://www.bakucitycircuit.com/en/ Baku City Circuit]{{Dead link|date=February 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Baku]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *'''Tickets''': No information available *'''Contact''': ====[[Belgium]]==== [[File:Eau rouge kurve.jpg|thumb|The steep drop down and climb up of the ''Eau Rouge''-''Raidillon'' complex]] '''Belgian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.spa-francorchamps.be/en/index.php?lg=en Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Wallonia]]'' *'''Date''': late August *[http://www.spagrandprix.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Possibly the best racing track in the world, the ''Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps'' features everything that makes a circuit great: challenging high speed corners, large changes in altitude, plenty of overtaking opportunities, and a long history of producing exciting racing. The ''Eau Rouge'' corner is perhaps the most famous in F1, and ''Blanchimont'' and ''Stavelot'' are well known in motorsport circles. The best viewing opportunities are at the first corner (''La Source'') and the climb up to ''Les Combes''. The circuit is notorious for its own micro-climate that can see drastically different conditions at each end of the track so be prepared for anything. *'''Contact''': +32 8729 3700 ====[[Hungary]]==== '''Hungarian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://hungaroring.hu/en/dest Hungaroring], Mogyoród, [[Central Hungary|Pest County]], near [[Budapest]]'' *'''Date''': late July *[http://www.hungaroinfo.com/formel1/tickets_all_en.htm '''Tickets''']: General Admission: Adult: €68 (Su), €77 (weekend), Junior: €34 (Su), €38 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €191-381 (Su), €99-423 (weekend), Junior: €50-169 (weekend) *The Hungaroring is notoriously twisty and makes overtaking very difficult. The first corner and the chicane are best bets to see some racing action. Being in Central Europe during the height of summer, temperatures can get very hot, and there is little shading. Grandstands along the start/finish offer some shade. Wet weather has only affected one Hungarian Grand Prix in more than 25 years, so an umbrella would only be needed for protection against the sun. *'''Contact''': ====[[Italy]]==== [[File:Tifosi GP Monza 1996.jpg|thumb|There's only one team the fans support at Monza]] '''Italian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.monzanet.it/en Autodromo Nazionale Monza], [[Monza]]'' *'''Date''': early September *[https://tickets.monzanet.it/en/4661-monza/tickets/ '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: Adult: €45 (F), €60 (Sa) €80 (Su), €90-€95 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €100-150 (Sa) €155-590 (Su), €110-600 (weekend) *The Italian Grand Prix is one of the classic events on the Formula One calendar and is home to the Ferrari team, where their fans are at their most passionate. The ''Autodromo Nazionale Monza'' is located inside a huge enclosed park, the ''Parco di Monza'', which is also a natural reserve. The best viewing spots are at the chicanes and at the ''Curva Parabolica''. Be aware of pickpocketing and the sale of illegal tickets in crowded areas near the circuit's gates. *'''Contact''': '''Emilia Romagna GP''' was at [[Imola]] near Bologna until 2025 but is no longer held. It was bumped from the calendar by the Spanish GP in Madrid. ====[[Monaco]]==== [[File:Circuito de monaco F-1-2009 (2).JPG|thumb|The abundance of yachts in Monte Carlo's harbour means there's a grand prix just around the corner]] '''Monaco Grand Prix''' - ''[https://acm.mc/en/accueil/ Circuit de Monaco]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Monte Carlo]]'' *'''Date''': late May *[http://www.formula1monaco.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Located on the streets of [[Monte Carlo]], the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world. Overtaking does not feature heavily at the ''Circuit de Monaco''. Viewing is largely restricted in the grandstands; being in a city means buildings block out a majority of the rest of the circuit, although it does provide a great opportunity for fans to get closer to the action than at any other venue. Unlike every other Grand Prix, Friday is a day off, with the cars taking to the track on the Thursday instead. *'''Contact''': ==== Netherlands ==== * '''[https://www.circuitzandvoort.nl/ Dutch Grand Prix]''' is on 21-23 Aug 2026, in [[Zandvoort]] on the north Dutch coast. It drops out of the calendar thereafter. ==== Spain ==== * '''[https://www.circuitcat.com/ Barcelona-Catalunya GP]''' was held on 12-14 June 2026, with the next in 2028. This is no longer the Spanish GP, as that has moved to Madring near Madrid, see below. : The circuit is in Montmeló 30 km northeast of [[Barcelona]]. It's 4.657 km, with 66 laps totaling 307.236 km. This event is now held in even-numbered years, alternating with the Belgian GP in odd-numbered years. * '''[https://www.madring.com/en Spanish GP]''' is held on 11-13 Sep 2026. It's in Madring, a new street circuit around the Trade Fair Centre in [[Madrid/Northern Suburbs | Barajas]] district of Madrid near the airport. : The circuit is 5.416 km, with 57 laps totaling 308.524 km ====[[United Kingdom]]==== [[File:Silverstone turn 2008.jpg|thumb|The view from the Silverstone circuit's Luffield grandstands during the 2008 British Grand Prix]] '''British Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.silverstone.co.uk/ Silverstone Circuit], [[Silverstone]]'' *'''Date''': mid-July *[https://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/2020-formula-1-british-grand-prix/ '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: Adult: £58 (F), £76 (Sa), £150 (Su), Child: £29 (F), £38 (Sa), £75 (Su); Grandstand: Adult: £171-295 (Su), Child: £85-295 (Su) *A historic track which hosted the first F1 race in 1950, Silverstone is one of the fastest on the calendar and provides plenty of great viewing opportunities. Camping is allowed on site with a permit. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for helicopters, with the circuit becoming the busiest heliport in Europe on race day. Take precautions to deal with the unpredictable British summer weather. Despite having a modern layout and expensive ticket prices, the circuit still retains an old-fashioned vibe, and is still very much an event for the fans. *'''Contact''': +44 844 3750 740 ===Oceania=== ====[[Australia]]==== '''Australian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.grandprix.com.au/ Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit], Albert Park, [[Melbourne]]'' *'''Date''': mid-March *[https://www.grandprix.com.au/gpadvantage '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: Grandstand: Adult: $320-565 (4 days) *The Australian Grand Prix takes place at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit in Albert Park, which is normally a public park the rest of the year. Plenty of good viewing spots and compared to many tracks are quite close to the circuit's edge. General entry is good value with the most popular spot being Brocky's Hill at the back part of the circuit. It is advisable to take a picnic rug or foldable chair if choosing to sit there. *'''Contact''': ==Get in== ===Tickets=== Entry to a circuit requires a ticket. Tickets can be bought for the whole weekend (all three days) or for one specific day (they get more expensive as the weekend goes along). There are generally two types on sale: *'''General admission''' tickets are the cheapest and most easily available, and they do not restrict the ticket-holder to a particular section of the track. Many circuits have viewing banks that general admission ticket-holders can use, although these fill up very quickly so get there early for a good spot. If the viewing areas are full then there are many parts where standing is available. These tickets do not give the comfort of grandstand tickets, so make sure adequate protection from the elements is brought along. The ground may be uneven or wet underfoot so bring suitable footwear and something to sit on. *'''Grandstand''' tickets give the best view of a particular section of the track and often have a large screen in view so none of the action is missed. Ticket prices are scaled, with the most expensive stands giving the most protection from the elements along with the best view. Tickets for grandstands are most commonly booked in advance so the buyer can choose a specific seat, although a few may be available on entry. There may be a few grandstands at some circuits that have no seat allocation, although these don't always give the best view. ===Traffic=== ====By car==== Formula One Grands Prix are popular events, so preparations should be made for heavy traffic. If arriving by car, Fridays are often the quietest day, but don't expect to just sail through. Traffic queues on the weekend can be ridiculously long, and unless you are a dedicated soul arriving before sunrise expect to be waiting upwards of half an hour. The same can be said for leaving. A vast majority of the crowd tends to try to leave at the same time, so unless you wish to leave early (and miss some racing) or wait until late in the evening (when there is no racing going on) be prepared for more waiting. The parking areas tend to be extremely large so make a note of anything that can make identifying where you've parked easier. No one wants to be searching for their car at the end of a tiring day. ====By shuttlebus==== Some circuits may offer a shuttlebus service, designed to alleviate traffic problems. Cars are parked some way from the track and shuttlebuses run at frequent times to the track in their own designated lane, so this can make entry a much quicker process. ====By helicopter==== Arriving by helicopter is the most stylish way for the fan to enter, if you are lucky enough to be a VIP. Most tracks have some kind of heliport, if not a purpose-built one then a field within the circuit perimeter is used. All the worries associated with queueing and waiting are largely foregone, and helicopter is surely the most stress-free way of getting in. ==Get around== Walking is generally the best option (and sometimes the only option) for getting from one area to another. Circuit maps are printed within official programs and on boards dotted around the track. If you do not have a print version of the circuit map consider taking a picture of one of the boards with your phone or camera. Bridges and service tunnels connect the interior of the circuit with the exterior. ==Buy== There will be many stalls situated just outside the viewing areas selling all kinds of F1 and motorsport memorabilia. Stock typically includes official team/driver merchandise and clothing; pictures and paintings; branded gear such as umbrellas, binoculars and flags; DVDs and other media; and collectible racing car models. Official programs will also be on sale. Be prepared to pay high prices (remember you're mainly paying for the brand), but they can make excellent souvenirs from the event and the gear can be used again for future events. These can usually be purchased online for cheaper prior to the weekend. ==Sleep== With these tracks often located away from city centers, hotels near many of the circuits can sell out up to a year in advance, so if you are intending on staying nearby book early. Some venues, such as Silverstone, allow camping on fields adjacent to the circuit. You will probably need to book a camping ticket to take advantage of this, and these too usually sell out fast so book early if you want to take this option. ==Stay safe== Despite the high visibility of the 'motorsport is dangerous' notices Formula One has quite a good spectator safety record. However, no matter how safe a restricted part of the track may seem you should not venture onto these areas as they can be quite dangerous. Previous spectator fatalities at Formula One races have been caused by the spectators in question being on a restricted part of the track. Sticking to the proper areas drastically reduces the chances of being hurt in an accident. Moving vehicles operate in the paddock areas and along service roads, so keep your eyes and ears open. If someone is hurt, there are medical tents with trained staff at various points around the track; these are marked clearly on circuit diagram boards. The following general precautions should also be taken: *'''Earplugs''' are highly recommended especially for young children and those going for the first time. Formula One cars are ear-damagingly loud and having 20 cars over a sustained period of 90 minutes can cause harm. Earplugs will probably be available at the track and some circuits offer basic versions for free. If you are intending on taking a radio to listen to the on-track commentary use a pair on in-ear monitors that can double as earplugs. *'''[[Sun protection]]''' is advised as many races take place in the summer with only grandstand seats getting any meaningful shade. Wide-brimmed caps are handy, and sunglasses are optional. *'''Waterproof clothing''' is a necessity especially for those not in sheltered areas. Even if the forecast is dry, some areas (for example Spa-Francorchamps) may experience large changes in conditions over a small area. Take a strong umbrella to cope with windy weather, otherwise bring a waterproof coat. {{PartOfTopic|Motor sport}} {{usabletopic}} l1sbuqgk7zqdz4ai1fhjxa5410cjwev 5328313 5328312 2026-08-14T12:37:15Z Grahamsands 2164467 /* Italy */ Monza 5328313 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Formula One page banner.jpg}} '''Formula One''' or F1 is the premier category of [[Motor sport]], with cars racing at over 350 kph. They mostly race on purpose-built circuits but sometimes on closed streets, with Monaco the most famous example. '''Grand Prix''' or GP is the series of F1 races over a year, with winners totting up points towards the World Championship. "Grand Prix" means big prize and these are the most lucrative racing events, drawing the best cars and drivers plus huge crowds. That term might also translate as huge price, as only manufacturers with deep pockets can afford to develop such cars and field teams. Formula One races are sometimes held outside the Grand Prix calendar, but these are more modest events, and from the traveller’s point of view F1 and GP are much the same. == Understand == === Background === The first organised motor race was in 1867 and totally illegal, as a pair of vehicles careered through the cobbled streets of Manchester. But of course the police couldn’t catch them, and the public was fascinated - this was much more exciting than horse-racing! Manufacturers wanted to show off their prowess, a dedicated racetrack made it legal and much more practical, and a circuit was a better spectacle than a point-to-point. The first motor track was at Aspendale, Victoria in 1906, set within an existing horse-racing track. But to work as a spectator sport, races had to be a test of driving skill between comparable cars. There had to be a specification – a formula – for competitors. Formula One was the inaugural specification for the top class of cars, drawing the most prize money, so "Grand Prix" became the term for races under those rules. The first Grand Prix was in Turin in 1946, and from 1950 a series of such races was held, with drivers scoring cumulative points. The Formula One World Championship now has 24 races over a calendar year, spanning the globe. The formula is long, complex, evolving and acrimonious – no season would be complete without a dust-up over its interpretation. The fundamental is that a car is powered and controlled entirely through its wheels, it can’t be a jet or rocket mounted on a trolley. Cars are therefore "out-wheeled", with big wheels to maximise traction, projecting beyond the car body. The engine has over 750 bhp and 18,000 rpm, and sits in the middle just behind the driver, so the weight is evenly distributed. A lightweight monocoque shell encloses them, shaped like a downward-acting wing to minimise air resistance while maximising downthrust for road grip. Put it all together and you have a beast capable of over 350 km/h. A Formula One Grand Prix is held over a weekend as described below, then the circus moves on. Naturally those expensive circuit facilities don’t sit idle the rest of the year. There are races in other categories (described in [[Motor sport]]), closed-door testing and training sessions, and try-drive experiences booked as 40th birthday gifts for greying wannabees. Plus venue hire, rock concerts, practice exercises for the fire brigade . . . but far and away the big money-spinner is the Grand Prix. Gaining or losing a slot in the calendar is a very big deal for the racetrack, and indeed for national prestige. The locations of Formula One racing remain fairly static throughout the year, with only the dates of the races subject to year on year changes. More countries have been hosting a Grand Prix, especially in Asia. Recent additions include circuits in [[Azerbaijan]], the [[Middle East]], [[Singapore]], the [[United States]] and [[Mexico]]. ===Weekend structure=== Formula One events take place over three days, referred to as 'the weekend', starting with practice sessions on Friday, qualifying on Saturday, and culminating with the race on Sunday. Monaco is normally the only exception to this, where the practice sessions are by tradition held one day earlier on the Thursday, leaving the Friday free. (In 2024, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were rescheduled to Saturday to avoid conflicts with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.) The routine below outlines a normal non-sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' (Thursday in Monaco) kicks off the weekend with two 1-hour Free Practice sessions: one in the morning (FP1) and one in the early afternoon (FP2). Qualifying for some supporting championships may also occur in between or after the sessions. Free Practice sessions are used by teams to test new rookies and new drivers and to get to know the track temperature and new upgrades to the car. *'''Saturday''' features the third and final Free Practice session in the morning (FP3) before the official qualifying session, which most often begins at 1PM local time. The qualifying lasts 60 to 70 minutes (in case there is a red flag), after which support championships go back on track with either qualifying sessions or races depending on the category. *'''Sunday''' is the busiest day of the weekend, comprising entirely of races. Support championship races will bookend the day, with the Formula One race beginning anywhere between 13:00 and 15:00 local time, depending on location (the Australian and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix begin late afternoon, the Singapore Grand Prix at 20:00). A Formula One race can last up to 2 hours of running time or 3 hours from race start (whichever comes first; red flag stops the running time), but barring delays or wet weather 70-90 minute races are expected. As of 2021, a new format that includes the Sprint has been introduced at some tracks. The routine below outlines a sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' kicks off the weekend with the only Free Practice session in the morning (FP1). Teams will make their best efforts to utilize the limited practice before Qualifying at the FP2 timeslot. *'''Saturday''' is the Sprint day, kicked off with a Sprint Shootout (read: shortened Qualifying) at the FP3 timeslot, followed by a 100-km Sprint Race that lasts roughly a third of the main race on Sunday. Offers limited points for the Top 8 respective from 8 to 1 points depending on their position and pitstops are optional, however results from the Sprint Race do not affect the main race. *'''Sunday''' works the same way as a normal non-sprint weekend. ===Support races=== With only six hours of action over three days, the crowd can get restless when the Formula One cars aren't racing around the track. However, the Formula One championship is joined by many other supporting championships over the weekend to keep the track alive. The races may be shorter and the cars may be slower, but don't discount the excitement (and carnage) they may bring. *'''Formula 2 (F2)''' is the feeder series to F1 and is present at most European and Middle Eastern races. Formula 2 cars look like smaller versions of F1 cars and their drivers are eager to cut their teeth into world-class racing, as finishing well in this series helps to acquire the prestige and Super License points necessary to make it to F1. Formula 2 features 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on Friday and Saturday respectively, and one race each on Saturday and Sunday. The series has a reputation of delivering future racing stars, and several of the current crop of F1 drivers, such as Lando Norris, Alexander Albon, and Charles Leclerc were once Formula 2 drivers. *'''Formula 3 (F3)''' is a rung down from Formula 2, with young drivers getting their first taste of international racing. The series is present at most European races. Like Formula 2, there are 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on the Friday and Saturday before two races on the Saturday and Sunday. While successful F3 drivers typically graduate to F2, a notable exception is current F1 series champion Max Verstappen, who went directly from F3 to F1. *'''Porsche Supercup''' is a sports car series where all drivers compete in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars. Most current Porsche factory drivers have competed in Porsche Supercup. ==Grand Prix locations== The calendar is usually announced in late summer, and venues are now known through December 2026. The main changes this year are: Because of war in the Middle East, the Saudi GP was cancelled, so only 23 races are being held. Bahrain GP transferred to Malaysia but kept its name, since they were putting up the money. In Spain, Madring is a new circuit near Madrid Airport. Barcelona-Catalunya will henceforth only be hosts in even-numbered years, alternating with Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps. There’s talk of those tracks holding out-of-calendar races in their off-years. But without World Championship points at stake and all the razzamatazz, such races might be Formula One but they won’t be Grand Prix. In the Netherlands, Zandvoort hosts its last GP in August then drops out of the calendar. ===Americas=== ====[[Canada]]==== [[File:Montreal F1.jpg|thumb|The hairpin (''L'Epingle'') at the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' offers great viewing opportunities]] '''Canadian Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, [[Montréal]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *[http://www.circuitgillesvilleneuve.ca/billets/your-weekend-at-the-grand-prix-2014 '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: $45.45 (F), $70.50 (Sa), $95.75 (Su), $126.00 (weekend); Grandstand: $267.50-560.00; 1 child under 11 per ticket-holding adult: Free *Certainly one of the best venues on the calendar, the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' often produces some of the best racing of the season. The circuit is within the Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Notre-Dame island right across downtown Montréal. Popular seating areas include along the start/finish straight, at the first chance and down at the hairpin. Although most of the recent races have been dry, wet weather is a possibility with heavy rainfall delaying the race by two hours in 2011. Expect to see close racing and plenty of overtaking. *'''Contact''': dfauteux@octanemanagement.ca, +1 514-350-4731 ext 230 ====[[United States]]==== '''Miami Grand Prix''' - ''Miami International Autodrome, [[Miami Gardens]], [[Florida]]'' (about 16 miles/26 km north of downtown [[Miami]]) *'''Date''': early May *[https://f1miamigp.com/grandstand/ '''Tickets''']: No information yet available *The Miami International Autodrome is a temporary circuit set around Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins, and the stadium's private facilities. One of F1's newer circuits, it held its first races in 2022, and is contractually guaranteed of remaining on the calendar until at least 2031. *'''Contact''': info@f1miamigp.com '''United States Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit of the Americas, [[Austin]], [[Texas]]'' *'''Date''': late October *[http://circuitoftheamericas.com/f1/tickets/general-single-day/?p=tickets '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: $59 (F), $79 (Sa), $99 (Su), $169 (weekend); Reserved Seating: $79 (F), $149 (Sa), $249 (Su), $299–499, depending on location (weekend) *A purpose-built track for the Formula One circus, the Circuit of the Americas features large undulations which offer great viewing spots from many of the grandstands. The circuit is near Austin Bergstrom International Airport, making the circuit easy to reach from most parts of Austin. *'''Contact''': info@circuitoftheamericas.com, +1 512-301-6600 '''Las Vegas Grand Prix''' - ''Las Vegas Strip Circuit'', [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]] *'''Date''': mid-November *[https://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/tickets '''Tickets''']: TBA * The Las Vegas Grand Prix is the newest Grand Prix, first held in 2023, the newest night race in F1, and also the only race on the calendar for which F1 itself serves as promoter. Its start time of 10 pm local time is the latest of any F1 race. It races around Las Vegas, including the famous [[Las Vegas/The Strip|Las Vegas Strip]]. * Contact: info@f1lasvegasgp.com ====[[Mexico]]==== '''Mexican Grand Prix''' - ''Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez'' ''[[Mexico City]]'' *'''Date''': October 30 - November 1 * '''Tickets''': [https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-4861-mexico Official Formula 1 Ticket Site] (from M$7000 to M$64,000) * Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez returned to the calendar in 2015 after being absent since 1992, to the appreciation of the enthusiastic Mexican fans, who have Sergio Perez to cheer for. The circuit is a mixture of long straights and winding esses. *'''Contact''': [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/mexico Official Site] ====[[Brazil]]==== '''Brazilian Grand Prix''' - '' Autódromo José Carlos Pace (Interlagos), [[São Paulo]]'' *'''Date''': mid-November *[http://www.gpbrasil.com/?lang=EN&page=tickets '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: R$995-R$3,320 (weekend) *Brazil has been represented on the F1 calendar by the ''Autódromo José Carlos Pace'' since 1991 and was the site of the championship decider in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2012. Bumpy and quick, the track offers good overtaking opportunities. The Brazilian fans are among the most passionate in F1 and will not hide their joy or disappointment at the fortunes of local drivers. Expect dry conditions, but do not discount the possibility of brief showers. *'''Contact''': faleconosco@gpbrasil.com.br, +55 11 5666-8822 ===Asia=== ====[[Bahrain]]==== '''Bahrain Grand Prix''' - '' Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir'' *'''Date''': early March *[https://ticketing.bahraingp.com/Online/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *The Bahrain International Circuit became the first circuit in the Middle East to host a Formula One race in 2004. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat. However, the race is usually the hottest of the year. The grandstands provide relief from the sun but when walking around the paddock make sure to stay hydrated. Being in the middle of a desert, the landscape is barren and dull, not unlike much of the racing here. Local civil unrest can be a distraction. *'''Contact''': info@bic.com.bh, +973 1745 0000 ====[[China]]==== [[File:Shanghai F1 Circui 01.jpg|thumb|Two identical bridges tower over the start/finish straight at the Shanghai International Circuit]] '''Chinese Grand Prix''' - '' Shanghai International Circuit, [[Shanghai]]'' *'''Date''': mid-April *[http://www.jusstickets.com/productlist.aspx?cateid=3 '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Shanghai International Circuit is a modern autodrome built for the first Chinese Grand Prix in 2004. Good vantage points are the hairpin at the end of the 1 km straight, which always has overtaking action, and the main grandstand along the start/finish straight, from which one can view 80% of the circuit. Crowding is never a problem and the event typically undersells, leading to many empty seats. General admission is very cheap compared to grandstand entry, but there are no viewable video screens. *'''Contact''': +86 216 956 8888 <!-- ====[[India]]==== '''Indian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.buddhinternationalcircuit.in/ Buddh International Circuit], Greater Noida, [[Uttar Pradesh]]'' *'''Date''': *[http://in.bookmyshow.com/sport/formula1/ '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: ₹1,500-12,000 (Su), ₹2,000-21,000 (weekend) *One of the many newer international circuits, the Buddh International Circuit heralds the long overdue arrival of India into Formula One. The circuit is fast and flowing, but lacks the necessary characteristics for good, close racing. The grandstands are located far from the edge of the track, so binoculars are advised. Be prepared to deal with the humidity. *'''Contact''': jaypee.sports@jalindia.com, +91 120 442 9499 --> ====[[Japan]]==== [[File:Kamui Kobayashi supporters 2011 Japan.jpg|thumb|Fans cheer as local driver Kamui Kobayashi races past during the 2011 Japanese Grand Prix]] '''Japanese Grand Prix''' - ''Suzuka International Racing Course'' (or simply ''Suzuka Circuit'')'', [[Suzuka]]'' *'''Date''': early October *[https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/info_s/onlineshop/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: ¥15,568-98,592 (weekend) *The only Grand Prix in Asia for a long time, the Suzuka Circuit is notable for being the site of numerous championship deciders in the 1990s. The Japanese fans are an enthusiastic bunch and seldom leave the grounds before the sun has set. The best spot for viewing overtaking is along the main straight where one can see moves into the final chicane and into the first corner. There is an amusement park on site for the quieter parts of the weekend. *'''Contact''': <!-- ====[[Malaysia]]==== '''Malaysia Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.sepangcircuit.com.my/ Sepang International Circuit], [[Kuala Lumpur]]'' *'''Date''': late September–early October *[http://www.japan-grand-prix.com/2814-japan/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Sepang International Circuit is about 60 km (37 mi) south of Kuala Lumpur, although it is much closer to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Very heavy rain and delays in the racing are possible. Be prepared for high humidity. The best viewing spots are around the hills in the flowing outer sections of the circuit, although for shelter the grandstands along the two straights in the centre of the area is a good bet. *'''Contact''': +60 38 778 2222 --> ====[[Saudi Arabia]]==== '''Saudi Arabian Grand Prix''' - ''[https://saudiarabiangp.com/en/circuit Jeddah Corniche Circuit], [[Jeddah]]'' * '''Date''': early March * [https://tickets.saudiarabiangp.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available * The Saudi Arabian GP is one of the newer races on the calendar, having been introduced in 2021. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat, and is one of the few races held entirely at night for that same reason. Nonetheless, the race is still one of the hotter ones of the year. *'''Contact''': tickets@saudimotorsport.com, +966 9200 21023 ====[[Singapore]]==== [[File:1 singapore f1 night race 2012 city skyline.jpg|thumb|The Marina Bay Street Circuit is without a doubt the most visually spectacular circuit in Formula One today]] '''Singapore Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ Marina Bay Street Circuit], [[Singapore]]'' *'''Date''': mid-September *[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ticket/ticket_price.php '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: S$698-S$1288 (weekend); Walkabout: S$68 (F), S$148 (Sa), S$178 (Su), S$228-S$498 (weekend) *The Singapore Grand Prix is the first F1 race held at night, and the backdrop of the city of Singapore makes this event a visual feast not to be missed. The Marina Bay Street Circuit winds itself around the harbourfront, going past local landmarks such as the Singapore Flyer, the Fullerton Hotel, and the Merlion Park. *'''Contact''': tickets@singaporegp.sg, +65 6738 6738 ====[[United Arab Emirates]]==== '''Abu Dhabi Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.yasmarinacircuit.com Yas Marina Circuit], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' '''ِAbu Dhabi Grand Prix News ''' - ''[http://sport360.com/article/formula-one/26639/tickets-2014-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-selling-out-fast Abu Dhabi Grand Prix News], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' *'''Date''': late November *[http://www.korean-grand-prix.com/2857-korea/ '''Tickets''']: General Admission: AED545 (Sa Su); Grandstand: AED1,875 (Sa Su), AED2,080-AED2,600 (wkd) *The Yas Marina Circuit hosts the only grand prix that starts in the afternoon and ends after sunset. The circuit does not provide particularly exciting racing, but the grandstands along the two long straights give the opportunity to watch cars race up to 200 mph. The circuit facilities around the paddock are the very definition of opulence, but expect to pay very high prices for access. The temperatures can also get pretty high during the day but should cool down by the time the race gets underway. On site is the Ferrari World theme park. *'''Contact''': customerservice@yasmarinacircuit.com , +971 2659 9800 ===Europe=== ====[[Austria]]==== '''Austrian Grand Prix''' - ''Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, [[Styria]]'' *'''Date''': early July *'''Tickets''': No information available * In the picturesque Austrian countryside. *'''Contact''': ====[[Azerbaijan]]==== '''Azerbaijan Grand Prix''' - ''[https://www.bakucitycircuit.com/en/ Baku City Circuit]{{Dead link|date=February 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Baku]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *'''Tickets''': No information available *'''Contact''': ====[[Belgium]]==== [[File:Eau rouge kurve.jpg|thumb|The steep drop down and climb up of the ''Eau Rouge''-''Raidillon'' complex]] '''Belgian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.spa-francorchamps.be/en/index.php?lg=en Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Wallonia]]'' *'''Date''': late August *[http://www.spagrandprix.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Possibly the best racing track in the world, the ''Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps'' features everything that makes a circuit great: challenging high speed corners, large changes in altitude, plenty of overtaking opportunities, and a long history of producing exciting racing. The ''Eau Rouge'' corner is perhaps the most famous in F1, and ''Blanchimont'' and ''Stavelot'' are well known in motorsport circles. The best viewing opportunities are at the first corner (''La Source'') and the climb up to ''Les Combes''. The circuit is notorious for its own micro-climate that can see drastically different conditions at each end of the track so be prepared for anything. *'''Contact''': +32 8729 3700 ====[[Hungary]]==== '''Hungarian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://hungaroring.hu/en/dest Hungaroring], Mogyoród, [[Central Hungary|Pest County]], near [[Budapest]]'' *'''Date''': late July *[http://www.hungaroinfo.com/formel1/tickets_all_en.htm '''Tickets''']: General Admission: Adult: €68 (Su), €77 (weekend), Junior: €34 (Su), €38 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €191-381 (Su), €99-423 (weekend), Junior: €50-169 (weekend) *The Hungaroring is notoriously twisty and makes overtaking very difficult. The first corner and the chicane are best bets to see some racing action. Being in Central Europe during the height of summer, temperatures can get very hot, and there is little shading. Grandstands along the start/finish offer some shade. Wet weather has only affected one Hungarian Grand Prix in more than 25 years, so an umbrella would only be needed for protection against the sun. *'''Contact''': ==== Italy ==== [[File:Tifosi GP Monza 1996.jpg|thumb|There's only one team the fans support at Monza]] * '''Italian Grand Prix''' is on 4-6 Sep 2026 in [[Monza]], 10 km north of Milan. The Ferrari team regard it as their home turf. : The circuit is 5.793 km, with 53 laps totaling 306.720 km. It has long straights and few curves, so speeds are high, and crashes notorious. * '''Emilia Romagna GP''' was at [[Imola]] near Bologna until 2025 but is no longer held. It was bumped from the calendar by the Spanish GP in Madrid. ====[[Monaco]]==== [[File:Circuito de monaco F-1-2009 (2).JPG|thumb|The abundance of yachts in Monte Carlo's harbour means there's a grand prix just around the corner]] '''Monaco Grand Prix''' - ''[https://acm.mc/en/accueil/ Circuit de Monaco]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Monte Carlo]]'' *'''Date''': late May *[http://www.formula1monaco.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Located on the streets of [[Monte Carlo]], the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world. Overtaking does not feature heavily at the ''Circuit de Monaco''. Viewing is largely restricted in the grandstands; being in a city means buildings block out a majority of the rest of the circuit, although it does provide a great opportunity for fans to get closer to the action than at any other venue. Unlike every other Grand Prix, Friday is a day off, with the cars taking to the track on the Thursday instead. *'''Contact''': ==== Netherlands ==== * '''[https://www.circuitzandvoort.nl/ Dutch Grand Prix]''' is on 21-23 Aug 2026, in [[Zandvoort]] on the north Dutch coast. It drops out of the calendar thereafter. ==== Spain ==== * '''[https://www.circuitcat.com/ Barcelona-Catalunya GP]''' was held on 12-14 June 2026, with the next in 2028. This is no longer the Spanish GP, as that has moved to Madring near Madrid, see below. : The circuit is in Montmeló 30 km northeast of [[Barcelona]]. It's 4.657 km, with 66 laps totaling 307.236 km. This event is now held in even-numbered years, alternating with the Belgian GP in odd-numbered years. * '''[https://www.madring.com/en Spanish GP]''' is held on 11-13 Sep 2026. It's in Madring, a new street circuit around the Trade Fair Centre in [[Madrid/Northern Suburbs | Barajas]] district of Madrid near the airport. : The circuit is 5.416 km, with 57 laps totaling 308.524 km ====[[United Kingdom]]==== [[File:Silverstone turn 2008.jpg|thumb|The view from the Silverstone circuit's Luffield grandstands during the 2008 British Grand Prix]] '''British Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.silverstone.co.uk/ Silverstone Circuit], [[Silverstone]]'' *'''Date''': mid-July *[https://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/2020-formula-1-british-grand-prix/ '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: Adult: £58 (F), £76 (Sa), £150 (Su), Child: £29 (F), £38 (Sa), £75 (Su); Grandstand: Adult: £171-295 (Su), Child: £85-295 (Su) *A historic track which hosted the first F1 race in 1950, Silverstone is one of the fastest on the calendar and provides plenty of great viewing opportunities. Camping is allowed on site with a permit. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for helicopters, with the circuit becoming the busiest heliport in Europe on race day. Take precautions to deal with the unpredictable British summer weather. Despite having a modern layout and expensive ticket prices, the circuit still retains an old-fashioned vibe, and is still very much an event for the fans. *'''Contact''': +44 844 3750 740 ===Oceania=== ====[[Australia]]==== '''Australian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.grandprix.com.au/ Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit], Albert Park, [[Melbourne]]'' *'''Date''': mid-March *[https://www.grandprix.com.au/gpadvantage '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: Grandstand: Adult: $320-565 (4 days) *The Australian Grand Prix takes place at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit in Albert Park, which is normally a public park the rest of the year. Plenty of good viewing spots and compared to many tracks are quite close to the circuit's edge. General entry is good value with the most popular spot being Brocky's Hill at the back part of the circuit. It is advisable to take a picnic rug or foldable chair if choosing to sit there. *'''Contact''': ==Get in== ===Tickets=== Entry to a circuit requires a ticket. Tickets can be bought for the whole weekend (all three days) or for one specific day (they get more expensive as the weekend goes along). There are generally two types on sale: *'''General admission''' tickets are the cheapest and most easily available, and they do not restrict the ticket-holder to a particular section of the track. Many circuits have viewing banks that general admission ticket-holders can use, although these fill up very quickly so get there early for a good spot. If the viewing areas are full then there are many parts where standing is available. These tickets do not give the comfort of grandstand tickets, so make sure adequate protection from the elements is brought along. The ground may be uneven or wet underfoot so bring suitable footwear and something to sit on. *'''Grandstand''' tickets give the best view of a particular section of the track and often have a large screen in view so none of the action is missed. Ticket prices are scaled, with the most expensive stands giving the most protection from the elements along with the best view. Tickets for grandstands are most commonly booked in advance so the buyer can choose a specific seat, although a few may be available on entry. There may be a few grandstands at some circuits that have no seat allocation, although these don't always give the best view. ===Traffic=== ====By car==== Formula One Grands Prix are popular events, so preparations should be made for heavy traffic. If arriving by car, Fridays are often the quietest day, but don't expect to just sail through. Traffic queues on the weekend can be ridiculously long, and unless you are a dedicated soul arriving before sunrise expect to be waiting upwards of half an hour. The same can be said for leaving. A vast majority of the crowd tends to try to leave at the same time, so unless you wish to leave early (and miss some racing) or wait until late in the evening (when there is no racing going on) be prepared for more waiting. The parking areas tend to be extremely large so make a note of anything that can make identifying where you've parked easier. No one wants to be searching for their car at the end of a tiring day. ====By shuttlebus==== Some circuits may offer a shuttlebus service, designed to alleviate traffic problems. Cars are parked some way from the track and shuttlebuses run at frequent times to the track in their own designated lane, so this can make entry a much quicker process. ====By helicopter==== Arriving by helicopter is the most stylish way for the fan to enter, if you are lucky enough to be a VIP. Most tracks have some kind of heliport, if not a purpose-built one then a field within the circuit perimeter is used. All the worries associated with queueing and waiting are largely foregone, and helicopter is surely the most stress-free way of getting in. ==Get around== Walking is generally the best option (and sometimes the only option) for getting from one area to another. Circuit maps are printed within official programs and on boards dotted around the track. If you do not have a print version of the circuit map consider taking a picture of one of the boards with your phone or camera. Bridges and service tunnels connect the interior of the circuit with the exterior. ==Buy== There will be many stalls situated just outside the viewing areas selling all kinds of F1 and motorsport memorabilia. Stock typically includes official team/driver merchandise and clothing; pictures and paintings; branded gear such as umbrellas, binoculars and flags; DVDs and other media; and collectible racing car models. Official programs will also be on sale. Be prepared to pay high prices (remember you're mainly paying for the brand), but they can make excellent souvenirs from the event and the gear can be used again for future events. These can usually be purchased online for cheaper prior to the weekend. ==Sleep== With these tracks often located away from city centers, hotels near many of the circuits can sell out up to a year in advance, so if you are intending on staying nearby book early. Some venues, such as Silverstone, allow camping on fields adjacent to the circuit. You will probably need to book a camping ticket to take advantage of this, and these too usually sell out fast so book early if you want to take this option. ==Stay safe== Despite the high visibility of the 'motorsport is dangerous' notices Formula One has quite a good spectator safety record. However, no matter how safe a restricted part of the track may seem you should not venture onto these areas as they can be quite dangerous. Previous spectator fatalities at Formula One races have been caused by the spectators in question being on a restricted part of the track. Sticking to the proper areas drastically reduces the chances of being hurt in an accident. Moving vehicles operate in the paddock areas and along service roads, so keep your eyes and ears open. If someone is hurt, there are medical tents with trained staff at various points around the track; these are marked clearly on circuit diagram boards. The following general precautions should also be taken: *'''Earplugs''' are highly recommended especially for young children and those going for the first time. Formula One cars are ear-damagingly loud and having 20 cars over a sustained period of 90 minutes can cause harm. Earplugs will probably be available at the track and some circuits offer basic versions for free. If you are intending on taking a radio to listen to the on-track commentary use a pair on in-ear monitors that can double as earplugs. *'''[[Sun protection]]''' is advised as many races take place in the summer with only grandstand seats getting any meaningful shade. Wide-brimmed caps are handy, and sunglasses are optional. *'''Waterproof clothing''' is a necessity especially for those not in sheltered areas. Even if the forecast is dry, some areas (for example Spa-Francorchamps) may experience large changes in conditions over a small area. Take a strong umbrella to cope with windy weather, otherwise bring a waterproof coat. {{PartOfTopic|Motor sport}} {{usabletopic}} 7quesclds72pb24qef0ss4ccae9kms1 5328314 5328313 2026-08-14T12:39:27Z Grahamsands 2164467 /* Azerbaijan */ move to calendar position 5328314 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Formula One page banner.jpg}} '''Formula One''' or F1 is the premier category of [[Motor sport]], with cars racing at over 350 kph. They mostly race on purpose-built circuits but sometimes on closed streets, with Monaco the most famous example. '''Grand Prix''' or GP is the series of F1 races over a year, with winners totting up points towards the World Championship. "Grand Prix" means big prize and these are the most lucrative racing events, drawing the best cars and drivers plus huge crowds. That term might also translate as huge price, as only manufacturers with deep pockets can afford to develop such cars and field teams. Formula One races are sometimes held outside the Grand Prix calendar, but these are more modest events, and from the traveller’s point of view F1 and GP are much the same. == Understand == === Background === The first organised motor race was in 1867 and totally illegal, as a pair of vehicles careered through the cobbled streets of Manchester. But of course the police couldn’t catch them, and the public was fascinated - this was much more exciting than horse-racing! Manufacturers wanted to show off their prowess, a dedicated racetrack made it legal and much more practical, and a circuit was a better spectacle than a point-to-point. The first motor track was at Aspendale, Victoria in 1906, set within an existing horse-racing track. But to work as a spectator sport, races had to be a test of driving skill between comparable cars. There had to be a specification – a formula – for competitors. Formula One was the inaugural specification for the top class of cars, drawing the most prize money, so "Grand Prix" became the term for races under those rules. The first Grand Prix was in Turin in 1946, and from 1950 a series of such races was held, with drivers scoring cumulative points. The Formula One World Championship now has 24 races over a calendar year, spanning the globe. The formula is long, complex, evolving and acrimonious – no season would be complete without a dust-up over its interpretation. The fundamental is that a car is powered and controlled entirely through its wheels, it can’t be a jet or rocket mounted on a trolley. Cars are therefore "out-wheeled", with big wheels to maximise traction, projecting beyond the car body. The engine has over 750 bhp and 18,000 rpm, and sits in the middle just behind the driver, so the weight is evenly distributed. A lightweight monocoque shell encloses them, shaped like a downward-acting wing to minimise air resistance while maximising downthrust for road grip. Put it all together and you have a beast capable of over 350 km/h. A Formula One Grand Prix is held over a weekend as described below, then the circus moves on. Naturally those expensive circuit facilities don’t sit idle the rest of the year. There are races in other categories (described in [[Motor sport]]), closed-door testing and training sessions, and try-drive experiences booked as 40th birthday gifts for greying wannabees. Plus venue hire, rock concerts, practice exercises for the fire brigade . . . but far and away the big money-spinner is the Grand Prix. Gaining or losing a slot in the calendar is a very big deal for the racetrack, and indeed for national prestige. The locations of Formula One racing remain fairly static throughout the year, with only the dates of the races subject to year on year changes. More countries have been hosting a Grand Prix, especially in Asia. Recent additions include circuits in [[Azerbaijan]], the [[Middle East]], [[Singapore]], the [[United States]] and [[Mexico]]. ===Weekend structure=== Formula One events take place over three days, referred to as 'the weekend', starting with practice sessions on Friday, qualifying on Saturday, and culminating with the race on Sunday. Monaco is normally the only exception to this, where the practice sessions are by tradition held one day earlier on the Thursday, leaving the Friday free. (In 2024, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were rescheduled to Saturday to avoid conflicts with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.) The routine below outlines a normal non-sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' (Thursday in Monaco) kicks off the weekend with two 1-hour Free Practice sessions: one in the morning (FP1) and one in the early afternoon (FP2). Qualifying for some supporting championships may also occur in between or after the sessions. Free Practice sessions are used by teams to test new rookies and new drivers and to get to know the track temperature and new upgrades to the car. *'''Saturday''' features the third and final Free Practice session in the morning (FP3) before the official qualifying session, which most often begins at 1PM local time. The qualifying lasts 60 to 70 minutes (in case there is a red flag), after which support championships go back on track with either qualifying sessions or races depending on the category. *'''Sunday''' is the busiest day of the weekend, comprising entirely of races. Support championship races will bookend the day, with the Formula One race beginning anywhere between 13:00 and 15:00 local time, depending on location (the Australian and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix begin late afternoon, the Singapore Grand Prix at 20:00). A Formula One race can last up to 2 hours of running time or 3 hours from race start (whichever comes first; red flag stops the running time), but barring delays or wet weather 70-90 minute races are expected. As of 2021, a new format that includes the Sprint has been introduced at some tracks. The routine below outlines a sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' kicks off the weekend with the only Free Practice session in the morning (FP1). Teams will make their best efforts to utilize the limited practice before Qualifying at the FP2 timeslot. *'''Saturday''' is the Sprint day, kicked off with a Sprint Shootout (read: shortened Qualifying) at the FP3 timeslot, followed by a 100-km Sprint Race that lasts roughly a third of the main race on Sunday. Offers limited points for the Top 8 respective from 8 to 1 points depending on their position and pitstops are optional, however results from the Sprint Race do not affect the main race. *'''Sunday''' works the same way as a normal non-sprint weekend. ===Support races=== With only six hours of action over three days, the crowd can get restless when the Formula One cars aren't racing around the track. However, the Formula One championship is joined by many other supporting championships over the weekend to keep the track alive. The races may be shorter and the cars may be slower, but don't discount the excitement (and carnage) they may bring. *'''Formula 2 (F2)''' is the feeder series to F1 and is present at most European and Middle Eastern races. Formula 2 cars look like smaller versions of F1 cars and their drivers are eager to cut their teeth into world-class racing, as finishing well in this series helps to acquire the prestige and Super License points necessary to make it to F1. Formula 2 features 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on Friday and Saturday respectively, and one race each on Saturday and Sunday. The series has a reputation of delivering future racing stars, and several of the current crop of F1 drivers, such as Lando Norris, Alexander Albon, and Charles Leclerc were once Formula 2 drivers. *'''Formula 3 (F3)''' is a rung down from Formula 2, with young drivers getting their first taste of international racing. The series is present at most European races. Like Formula 2, there are 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on the Friday and Saturday before two races on the Saturday and Sunday. While successful F3 drivers typically graduate to F2, a notable exception is current F1 series champion Max Verstappen, who went directly from F3 to F1. *'''Porsche Supercup''' is a sports car series where all drivers compete in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars. Most current Porsche factory drivers have competed in Porsche Supercup. ==Grand Prix locations== The calendar is usually announced in late summer, and venues are now known through December 2026. The main changes this year are: Because of war in the Middle East, the Saudi GP was cancelled, so only 23 races are being held. Bahrain GP transferred to Malaysia but kept its name, since they were putting up the money. In Spain, Madring is a new circuit near Madrid Airport. Barcelona-Catalunya will henceforth only be hosts in even-numbered years, alternating with Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps. There’s talk of those tracks holding out-of-calendar races in their off-years. But without World Championship points at stake and all the razzamatazz, such races might be Formula One but they won’t be Grand Prix. In the Netherlands, Zandvoort hosts its last GP in August then drops out of the calendar. ===Americas=== ====[[Canada]]==== [[File:Montreal F1.jpg|thumb|The hairpin (''L'Epingle'') at the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' offers great viewing opportunities]] '''Canadian Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, [[Montréal]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *[http://www.circuitgillesvilleneuve.ca/billets/your-weekend-at-the-grand-prix-2014 '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: $45.45 (F), $70.50 (Sa), $95.75 (Su), $126.00 (weekend); Grandstand: $267.50-560.00; 1 child under 11 per ticket-holding adult: Free *Certainly one of the best venues on the calendar, the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' often produces some of the best racing of the season. The circuit is within the Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Notre-Dame island right across downtown Montréal. Popular seating areas include along the start/finish straight, at the first chance and down at the hairpin. Although most of the recent races have been dry, wet weather is a possibility with heavy rainfall delaying the race by two hours in 2011. Expect to see close racing and plenty of overtaking. *'''Contact''': dfauteux@octanemanagement.ca, +1 514-350-4731 ext 230 ====[[United States]]==== '''Miami Grand Prix''' - ''Miami International Autodrome, [[Miami Gardens]], [[Florida]]'' (about 16 miles/26 km north of downtown [[Miami]]) *'''Date''': early May *[https://f1miamigp.com/grandstand/ '''Tickets''']: No information yet available *The Miami International Autodrome is a temporary circuit set around Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins, and the stadium's private facilities. One of F1's newer circuits, it held its first races in 2022, and is contractually guaranteed of remaining on the calendar until at least 2031. *'''Contact''': info@f1miamigp.com '''United States Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit of the Americas, [[Austin]], [[Texas]]'' *'''Date''': late October *[http://circuitoftheamericas.com/f1/tickets/general-single-day/?p=tickets '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: $59 (F), $79 (Sa), $99 (Su), $169 (weekend); Reserved Seating: $79 (F), $149 (Sa), $249 (Su), $299–499, depending on location (weekend) *A purpose-built track for the Formula One circus, the Circuit of the Americas features large undulations which offer great viewing spots from many of the grandstands. The circuit is near Austin Bergstrom International Airport, making the circuit easy to reach from most parts of Austin. *'''Contact''': info@circuitoftheamericas.com, +1 512-301-6600 '''Las Vegas Grand Prix''' - ''Las Vegas Strip Circuit'', [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]] *'''Date''': mid-November *[https://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/tickets '''Tickets''']: TBA * The Las Vegas Grand Prix is the newest Grand Prix, first held in 2023, the newest night race in F1, and also the only race on the calendar for which F1 itself serves as promoter. Its start time of 10 pm local time is the latest of any F1 race. It races around Las Vegas, including the famous [[Las Vegas/The Strip|Las Vegas Strip]]. * Contact: info@f1lasvegasgp.com ====[[Mexico]]==== '''Mexican Grand Prix''' - ''Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez'' ''[[Mexico City]]'' *'''Date''': October 30 - November 1 * '''Tickets''': [https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-4861-mexico Official Formula 1 Ticket Site] (from M$7000 to M$64,000) * Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez returned to the calendar in 2015 after being absent since 1992, to the appreciation of the enthusiastic Mexican fans, who have Sergio Perez to cheer for. The circuit is a mixture of long straights and winding esses. *'''Contact''': [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/mexico Official Site] ====[[Brazil]]==== '''Brazilian Grand Prix''' - '' Autódromo José Carlos Pace (Interlagos), [[São Paulo]]'' *'''Date''': mid-November *[http://www.gpbrasil.com/?lang=EN&page=tickets '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: R$995-R$3,320 (weekend) *Brazil has been represented on the F1 calendar by the ''Autódromo José Carlos Pace'' since 1991 and was the site of the championship decider in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2012. Bumpy and quick, the track offers good overtaking opportunities. The Brazilian fans are among the most passionate in F1 and will not hide their joy or disappointment at the fortunes of local drivers. Expect dry conditions, but do not discount the possibility of brief showers. *'''Contact''': faleconosco@gpbrasil.com.br, +55 11 5666-8822 ===Asia=== ====[[Bahrain]]==== '''Bahrain Grand Prix''' - '' Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir'' *'''Date''': early March *[https://ticketing.bahraingp.com/Online/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *The Bahrain International Circuit became the first circuit in the Middle East to host a Formula One race in 2004. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat. However, the race is usually the hottest of the year. The grandstands provide relief from the sun but when walking around the paddock make sure to stay hydrated. Being in the middle of a desert, the landscape is barren and dull, not unlike much of the racing here. Local civil unrest can be a distraction. *'''Contact''': info@bic.com.bh, +973 1745 0000 ====[[China]]==== [[File:Shanghai F1 Circui 01.jpg|thumb|Two identical bridges tower over the start/finish straight at the Shanghai International Circuit]] '''Chinese Grand Prix''' - '' Shanghai International Circuit, [[Shanghai]]'' *'''Date''': mid-April *[http://www.jusstickets.com/productlist.aspx?cateid=3 '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Shanghai International Circuit is a modern autodrome built for the first Chinese Grand Prix in 2004. Good vantage points are the hairpin at the end of the 1 km straight, which always has overtaking action, and the main grandstand along the start/finish straight, from which one can view 80% of the circuit. Crowding is never a problem and the event typically undersells, leading to many empty seats. General admission is very cheap compared to grandstand entry, but there are no viewable video screens. *'''Contact''': +86 216 956 8888 <!-- ====[[India]]==== '''Indian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.buddhinternationalcircuit.in/ Buddh International Circuit], Greater Noida, [[Uttar Pradesh]]'' *'''Date''': *[http://in.bookmyshow.com/sport/formula1/ '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: ₹1,500-12,000 (Su), ₹2,000-21,000 (weekend) *One of the many newer international circuits, the Buddh International Circuit heralds the long overdue arrival of India into Formula One. The circuit is fast and flowing, but lacks the necessary characteristics for good, close racing. The grandstands are located far from the edge of the track, so binoculars are advised. Be prepared to deal with the humidity. *'''Contact''': jaypee.sports@jalindia.com, +91 120 442 9499 --> ====[[Japan]]==== [[File:Kamui Kobayashi supporters 2011 Japan.jpg|thumb|Fans cheer as local driver Kamui Kobayashi races past during the 2011 Japanese Grand Prix]] '''Japanese Grand Prix''' - ''Suzuka International Racing Course'' (or simply ''Suzuka Circuit'')'', [[Suzuka]]'' *'''Date''': early October *[https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/info_s/onlineshop/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: ¥15,568-98,592 (weekend) *The only Grand Prix in Asia for a long time, the Suzuka Circuit is notable for being the site of numerous championship deciders in the 1990s. The Japanese fans are an enthusiastic bunch and seldom leave the grounds before the sun has set. The best spot for viewing overtaking is along the main straight where one can see moves into the final chicane and into the first corner. There is an amusement park on site for the quieter parts of the weekend. *'''Contact''': <!-- ====[[Malaysia]]==== '''Malaysia Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.sepangcircuit.com.my/ Sepang International Circuit], [[Kuala Lumpur]]'' *'''Date''': late September–early October *[http://www.japan-grand-prix.com/2814-japan/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Sepang International Circuit is about 60 km (37 mi) south of Kuala Lumpur, although it is much closer to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Very heavy rain and delays in the racing are possible. Be prepared for high humidity. The best viewing spots are around the hills in the flowing outer sections of the circuit, although for shelter the grandstands along the two straights in the centre of the area is a good bet. *'''Contact''': +60 38 778 2222 --> ====[[Saudi Arabia]]==== '''Saudi Arabian Grand Prix''' - ''[https://saudiarabiangp.com/en/circuit Jeddah Corniche Circuit], [[Jeddah]]'' * '''Date''': early March * [https://tickets.saudiarabiangp.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available * The Saudi Arabian GP is one of the newer races on the calendar, having been introduced in 2021. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat, and is one of the few races held entirely at night for that same reason. Nonetheless, the race is still one of the hotter ones of the year. *'''Contact''': tickets@saudimotorsport.com, +966 9200 21023 ====[[Singapore]]==== [[File:1 singapore f1 night race 2012 city skyline.jpg|thumb|The Marina Bay Street Circuit is without a doubt the most visually spectacular circuit in Formula One today]] '''Singapore Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ Marina Bay Street Circuit], [[Singapore]]'' *'''Date''': mid-September *[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ticket/ticket_price.php '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: S$698-S$1288 (weekend); Walkabout: S$68 (F), S$148 (Sa), S$178 (Su), S$228-S$498 (weekend) *The Singapore Grand Prix is the first F1 race held at night, and the backdrop of the city of Singapore makes this event a visual feast not to be missed. The Marina Bay Street Circuit winds itself around the harbourfront, going past local landmarks such as the Singapore Flyer, the Fullerton Hotel, and the Merlion Park. *'''Contact''': tickets@singaporegp.sg, +65 6738 6738 ====[[United Arab Emirates]]==== '''Abu Dhabi Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.yasmarinacircuit.com Yas Marina Circuit], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' '''ِAbu Dhabi Grand Prix News ''' - ''[http://sport360.com/article/formula-one/26639/tickets-2014-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-selling-out-fast Abu Dhabi Grand Prix News], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' *'''Date''': late November *[http://www.korean-grand-prix.com/2857-korea/ '''Tickets''']: General Admission: AED545 (Sa Su); Grandstand: AED1,875 (Sa Su), AED2,080-AED2,600 (wkd) *The Yas Marina Circuit hosts the only grand prix that starts in the afternoon and ends after sunset. The circuit does not provide particularly exciting racing, but the grandstands along the two long straights give the opportunity to watch cars race up to 200 mph. The circuit facilities around the paddock are the very definition of opulence, but expect to pay very high prices for access. The temperatures can also get pretty high during the day but should cool down by the time the race gets underway. On site is the Ferrari World theme park. *'''Contact''': customerservice@yasmarinacircuit.com , +971 2659 9800 ===Europe=== ====[[Austria]]==== '''Austrian Grand Prix''' - ''Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, [[Styria]]'' *'''Date''': early July *'''Tickets''': No information available * In the picturesque Austrian countryside. *'''Contact''': ====[[Belgium]]==== [[File:Eau rouge kurve.jpg|thumb|The steep drop down and climb up of the ''Eau Rouge''-''Raidillon'' complex]] '''Belgian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.spa-francorchamps.be/en/index.php?lg=en Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Wallonia]]'' *'''Date''': late August *[http://www.spagrandprix.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Possibly the best racing track in the world, the ''Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps'' features everything that makes a circuit great: challenging high speed corners, large changes in altitude, plenty of overtaking opportunities, and a long history of producing exciting racing. The ''Eau Rouge'' corner is perhaps the most famous in F1, and ''Blanchimont'' and ''Stavelot'' are well known in motorsport circles. The best viewing opportunities are at the first corner (''La Source'') and the climb up to ''Les Combes''. The circuit is notorious for its own micro-climate that can see drastically different conditions at each end of the track so be prepared for anything. *'''Contact''': +32 8729 3700 ====[[Hungary]]==== '''Hungarian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://hungaroring.hu/en/dest Hungaroring], Mogyoród, [[Central Hungary|Pest County]], near [[Budapest]]'' *'''Date''': late July *[http://www.hungaroinfo.com/formel1/tickets_all_en.htm '''Tickets''']: General Admission: Adult: €68 (Su), €77 (weekend), Junior: €34 (Su), €38 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €191-381 (Su), €99-423 (weekend), Junior: €50-169 (weekend) *The Hungaroring is notoriously twisty and makes overtaking very difficult. The first corner and the chicane are best bets to see some racing action. Being in Central Europe during the height of summer, temperatures can get very hot, and there is little shading. Grandstands along the start/finish offer some shade. Wet weather has only affected one Hungarian Grand Prix in more than 25 years, so an umbrella would only be needed for protection against the sun. *'''Contact''': ==== Italy ==== [[File:Tifosi GP Monza 1996.jpg|thumb|There's only one team the fans support at Monza]] * '''Italian Grand Prix''' is on 4-6 Sep 2026 in [[Monza]], 10 km north of Milan. The Ferrari team regard it as their home turf. : The circuit is 5.793 km, with 53 laps totaling 306.720 km. It has long straights and few curves, so speeds are high, and crashes notorious. * '''Emilia Romagna GP''' was at [[Imola]] near Bologna until 2025 but is no longer held. It was bumped from the calendar by the Spanish GP in Madrid. ====[[Monaco]]==== [[File:Circuito de monaco F-1-2009 (2).JPG|thumb|The abundance of yachts in Monte Carlo's harbour means there's a grand prix just around the corner]] '''Monaco Grand Prix''' - ''[https://acm.mc/en/accueil/ Circuit de Monaco]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Monte Carlo]]'' *'''Date''': late May *[http://www.formula1monaco.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Located on the streets of [[Monte Carlo]], the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world. Overtaking does not feature heavily at the ''Circuit de Monaco''. Viewing is largely restricted in the grandstands; being in a city means buildings block out a majority of the rest of the circuit, although it does provide a great opportunity for fans to get closer to the action than at any other venue. Unlike every other Grand Prix, Friday is a day off, with the cars taking to the track on the Thursday instead. *'''Contact''': ==== Netherlands ==== * '''[https://www.circuitzandvoort.nl/ Dutch Grand Prix]''' is on 21-23 Aug 2026, in [[Zandvoort]] on the north Dutch coast. It drops out of the calendar thereafter. ==== Spain ==== * '''[https://www.circuitcat.com/ Barcelona-Catalunya GP]''' was held on 12-14 June 2026, with the next in 2028. This is no longer the Spanish GP, as that has moved to Madring near Madrid, see below. : The circuit is in Montmeló 30 km northeast of [[Barcelona]]. It's 4.657 km, with 66 laps totaling 307.236 km. This event is now held in even-numbered years, alternating with the Belgian GP in odd-numbered years. * '''[https://www.madring.com/en Spanish GP]''' is held on 11-13 Sep 2026. It's in Madring, a new street circuit around the Trade Fair Centre in [[Madrid/Northern Suburbs | Barajas]] district of Madrid near the airport. : The circuit is 5.416 km, with 57 laps totaling 308.524 km ====[[United Kingdom]]==== [[File:Silverstone turn 2008.jpg|thumb|The view from the Silverstone circuit's Luffield grandstands during the 2008 British Grand Prix]] '''British Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.silverstone.co.uk/ Silverstone Circuit], [[Silverstone]]'' *'''Date''': mid-July *[https://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/2020-formula-1-british-grand-prix/ '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: Adult: £58 (F), £76 (Sa), £150 (Su), Child: £29 (F), £38 (Sa), £75 (Su); Grandstand: Adult: £171-295 (Su), Child: £85-295 (Su) *A historic track which hosted the first F1 race in 1950, Silverstone is one of the fastest on the calendar and provides plenty of great viewing opportunities. Camping is allowed on site with a permit. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for helicopters, with the circuit becoming the busiest heliport in Europe on race day. Take precautions to deal with the unpredictable British summer weather. Despite having a modern layout and expensive ticket prices, the circuit still retains an old-fashioned vibe, and is still very much an event for the fans. *'''Contact''': +44 844 3750 740 ===Oceania=== ====[[Australia]]==== '''Australian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.grandprix.com.au/ Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit], Albert Park, [[Melbourne]]'' *'''Date''': mid-March *[https://www.grandprix.com.au/gpadvantage '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: Grandstand: Adult: $320-565 (4 days) *The Australian Grand Prix takes place at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit in Albert Park, which is normally a public park the rest of the year. Plenty of good viewing spots and compared to many tracks are quite close to the circuit's edge. General entry is good value with the most popular spot being Brocky's Hill at the back part of the circuit. It is advisable to take a picnic rug or foldable chair if choosing to sit there. *'''Contact''': ==Get in== ===Tickets=== Entry to a circuit requires a ticket. Tickets can be bought for the whole weekend (all three days) or for one specific day (they get more expensive as the weekend goes along). There are generally two types on sale: *'''General admission''' tickets are the cheapest and most easily available, and they do not restrict the ticket-holder to a particular section of the track. Many circuits have viewing banks that general admission ticket-holders can use, although these fill up very quickly so get there early for a good spot. If the viewing areas are full then there are many parts where standing is available. These tickets do not give the comfort of grandstand tickets, so make sure adequate protection from the elements is brought along. The ground may be uneven or wet underfoot so bring suitable footwear and something to sit on. *'''Grandstand''' tickets give the best view of a particular section of the track and often have a large screen in view so none of the action is missed. Ticket prices are scaled, with the most expensive stands giving the most protection from the elements along with the best view. Tickets for grandstands are most commonly booked in advance so the buyer can choose a specific seat, although a few may be available on entry. There may be a few grandstands at some circuits that have no seat allocation, although these don't always give the best view. ===Traffic=== ====By car==== Formula One Grands Prix are popular events, so preparations should be made for heavy traffic. If arriving by car, Fridays are often the quietest day, but don't expect to just sail through. Traffic queues on the weekend can be ridiculously long, and unless you are a dedicated soul arriving before sunrise expect to be waiting upwards of half an hour. The same can be said for leaving. A vast majority of the crowd tends to try to leave at the same time, so unless you wish to leave early (and miss some racing) or wait until late in the evening (when there is no racing going on) be prepared for more waiting. The parking areas tend to be extremely large so make a note of anything that can make identifying where you've parked easier. No one wants to be searching for their car at the end of a tiring day. ====By shuttlebus==== Some circuits may offer a shuttlebus service, designed to alleviate traffic problems. Cars are parked some way from the track and shuttlebuses run at frequent times to the track in their own designated lane, so this can make entry a much quicker process. ====By helicopter==== Arriving by helicopter is the most stylish way for the fan to enter, if you are lucky enough to be a VIP. Most tracks have some kind of heliport, if not a purpose-built one then a field within the circuit perimeter is used. All the worries associated with queueing and waiting are largely foregone, and helicopter is surely the most stress-free way of getting in. ==Get around== Walking is generally the best option (and sometimes the only option) for getting from one area to another. Circuit maps are printed within official programs and on boards dotted around the track. If you do not have a print version of the circuit map consider taking a picture of one of the boards with your phone or camera. Bridges and service tunnels connect the interior of the circuit with the exterior. ==Buy== There will be many stalls situated just outside the viewing areas selling all kinds of F1 and motorsport memorabilia. Stock typically includes official team/driver merchandise and clothing; pictures and paintings; branded gear such as umbrellas, binoculars and flags; DVDs and other media; and collectible racing car models. Official programs will also be on sale. Be prepared to pay high prices (remember you're mainly paying for the brand), but they can make excellent souvenirs from the event and the gear can be used again for future events. These can usually be purchased online for cheaper prior to the weekend. ==Sleep== With these tracks often located away from city centers, hotels near many of the circuits can sell out up to a year in advance, so if you are intending on staying nearby book early. Some venues, such as Silverstone, allow camping on fields adjacent to the circuit. You will probably need to book a camping ticket to take advantage of this, and these too usually sell out fast so book early if you want to take this option. ==Stay safe== Despite the high visibility of the 'motorsport is dangerous' notices Formula One has quite a good spectator safety record. However, no matter how safe a restricted part of the track may seem you should not venture onto these areas as they can be quite dangerous. Previous spectator fatalities at Formula One races have been caused by the spectators in question being on a restricted part of the track. Sticking to the proper areas drastically reduces the chances of being hurt in an accident. Moving vehicles operate in the paddock areas and along service roads, so keep your eyes and ears open. If someone is hurt, there are medical tents with trained staff at various points around the track; these are marked clearly on circuit diagram boards. The following general precautions should also be taken: *'''Earplugs''' are highly recommended especially for young children and those going for the first time. Formula One cars are ear-damagingly loud and having 20 cars over a sustained period of 90 minutes can cause harm. Earplugs will probably be available at the track and some circuits offer basic versions for free. If you are intending on taking a radio to listen to the on-track commentary use a pair on in-ear monitors that can double as earplugs. *'''[[Sun protection]]''' is advised as many races take place in the summer with only grandstand seats getting any meaningful shade. Wide-brimmed caps are handy, and sunglasses are optional. *'''Waterproof clothing''' is a necessity especially for those not in sheltered areas. Even if the forecast is dry, some areas (for example Spa-Francorchamps) may experience large changes in conditions over a small area. Take a strong umbrella to cope with windy weather, otherwise bring a waterproof coat. {{PartOfTopic|Motor sport}} {{usabletopic}} 99s6h2i3brlx82brhhv2z26nlc47faz 5328315 5328314 2026-08-14T12:47:00Z Grahamsands 2164467 /* Italy */ Azerbaijan follows 5328315 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Formula One page banner.jpg}} '''Formula One''' or F1 is the premier category of [[Motor sport]], with cars racing at over 350 kph. They mostly race on purpose-built circuits but sometimes on closed streets, with Monaco the most famous example. '''Grand Prix''' or GP is the series of F1 races over a year, with winners totting up points towards the World Championship. "Grand Prix" means big prize and these are the most lucrative racing events, drawing the best cars and drivers plus huge crowds. That term might also translate as huge price, as only manufacturers with deep pockets can afford to develop such cars and field teams. Formula One races are sometimes held outside the Grand Prix calendar, but these are more modest events, and from the traveller’s point of view F1 and GP are much the same. == Understand == === Background === The first organised motor race was in 1867 and totally illegal, as a pair of vehicles careered through the cobbled streets of Manchester. But of course the police couldn’t catch them, and the public was fascinated - this was much more exciting than horse-racing! Manufacturers wanted to show off their prowess, a dedicated racetrack made it legal and much more practical, and a circuit was a better spectacle than a point-to-point. The first motor track was at Aspendale, Victoria in 1906, set within an existing horse-racing track. But to work as a spectator sport, races had to be a test of driving skill between comparable cars. There had to be a specification – a formula – for competitors. Formula One was the inaugural specification for the top class of cars, drawing the most prize money, so "Grand Prix" became the term for races under those rules. The first Grand Prix was in Turin in 1946, and from 1950 a series of such races was held, with drivers scoring cumulative points. The Formula One World Championship now has 24 races over a calendar year, spanning the globe. The formula is long, complex, evolving and acrimonious – no season would be complete without a dust-up over its interpretation. The fundamental is that a car is powered and controlled entirely through its wheels, it can’t be a jet or rocket mounted on a trolley. Cars are therefore "out-wheeled", with big wheels to maximise traction, projecting beyond the car body. The engine has over 750 bhp and 18,000 rpm, and sits in the middle just behind the driver, so the weight is evenly distributed. A lightweight monocoque shell encloses them, shaped like a downward-acting wing to minimise air resistance while maximising downthrust for road grip. Put it all together and you have a beast capable of over 350 km/h. A Formula One Grand Prix is held over a weekend as described below, then the circus moves on. Naturally those expensive circuit facilities don’t sit idle the rest of the year. There are races in other categories (described in [[Motor sport]]), closed-door testing and training sessions, and try-drive experiences booked as 40th birthday gifts for greying wannabees. Plus venue hire, rock concerts, practice exercises for the fire brigade . . . but far and away the big money-spinner is the Grand Prix. Gaining or losing a slot in the calendar is a very big deal for the racetrack, and indeed for national prestige. The locations of Formula One racing remain fairly static throughout the year, with only the dates of the races subject to year on year changes. More countries have been hosting a Grand Prix, especially in Asia. Recent additions include circuits in [[Azerbaijan]], the [[Middle East]], [[Singapore]], the [[United States]] and [[Mexico]]. ===Weekend structure=== Formula One events take place over three days, referred to as 'the weekend', starting with practice sessions on Friday, qualifying on Saturday, and culminating with the race on Sunday. Monaco is normally the only exception to this, where the practice sessions are by tradition held one day earlier on the Thursday, leaving the Friday free. (In 2024, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were rescheduled to Saturday to avoid conflicts with the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.) The routine below outlines a normal non-sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' (Thursday in Monaco) kicks off the weekend with two 1-hour Free Practice sessions: one in the morning (FP1) and one in the early afternoon (FP2). Qualifying for some supporting championships may also occur in between or after the sessions. Free Practice sessions are used by teams to test new rookies and new drivers and to get to know the track temperature and new upgrades to the car. *'''Saturday''' features the third and final Free Practice session in the morning (FP3) before the official qualifying session, which most often begins at 1PM local time. The qualifying lasts 60 to 70 minutes (in case there is a red flag), after which support championships go back on track with either qualifying sessions or races depending on the category. *'''Sunday''' is the busiest day of the weekend, comprising entirely of races. Support championship races will bookend the day, with the Formula One race beginning anywhere between 13:00 and 15:00 local time, depending on location (the Australian and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix begin late afternoon, the Singapore Grand Prix at 20:00). A Formula One race can last up to 2 hours of running time or 3 hours from race start (whichever comes first; red flag stops the running time), but barring delays or wet weather 70-90 minute races are expected. As of 2021, a new format that includes the Sprint has been introduced at some tracks. The routine below outlines a sprint weekend: *'''Friday''' kicks off the weekend with the only Free Practice session in the morning (FP1). Teams will make their best efforts to utilize the limited practice before Qualifying at the FP2 timeslot. *'''Saturday''' is the Sprint day, kicked off with a Sprint Shootout (read: shortened Qualifying) at the FP3 timeslot, followed by a 100-km Sprint Race that lasts roughly a third of the main race on Sunday. Offers limited points for the Top 8 respective from 8 to 1 points depending on their position and pitstops are optional, however results from the Sprint Race do not affect the main race. *'''Sunday''' works the same way as a normal non-sprint weekend. ===Support races=== With only six hours of action over three days, the crowd can get restless when the Formula One cars aren't racing around the track. However, the Formula One championship is joined by many other supporting championships over the weekend to keep the track alive. The races may be shorter and the cars may be slower, but don't discount the excitement (and carnage) they may bring. *'''Formula 2 (F2)''' is the feeder series to F1 and is present at most European and Middle Eastern races. Formula 2 cars look like smaller versions of F1 cars and their drivers are eager to cut their teeth into world-class racing, as finishing well in this series helps to acquire the prestige and Super License points necessary to make it to F1. Formula 2 features 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on Friday and Saturday respectively, and one race each on Saturday and Sunday. The series has a reputation of delivering future racing stars, and several of the current crop of F1 drivers, such as Lando Norris, Alexander Albon, and Charles Leclerc were once Formula 2 drivers. *'''Formula 3 (F3)''' is a rung down from Formula 2, with young drivers getting their first taste of international racing. The series is present at most European races. Like Formula 2, there are 30-minute practice and qualifying sessions on the Friday and Saturday before two races on the Saturday and Sunday. While successful F3 drivers typically graduate to F2, a notable exception is current F1 series champion Max Verstappen, who went directly from F3 to F1. *'''Porsche Supercup''' is a sports car series where all drivers compete in identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars. Most current Porsche factory drivers have competed in Porsche Supercup. ==Grand Prix locations== The calendar is usually announced in late summer, and venues are now known through December 2026. The main changes this year are: Because of war in the Middle East, the Saudi GP was cancelled, so only 23 races are being held. Bahrain GP transferred to Malaysia but kept its name, since they were putting up the money. In Spain, Madring is a new circuit near Madrid Airport. Barcelona-Catalunya will henceforth only be hosts in even-numbered years, alternating with Belgium’s Spa-Francorchamps. There’s talk of those tracks holding out-of-calendar races in their off-years. But without World Championship points at stake and all the razzamatazz, such races might be Formula One but they won’t be Grand Prix. In the Netherlands, Zandvoort hosts its last GP in August then drops out of the calendar. ===Americas=== ====[[Canada]]==== [[File:Montreal F1.jpg|thumb|The hairpin (''L'Epingle'') at the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' offers great viewing opportunities]] '''Canadian Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve, [[Montréal]]'' *'''Date''': mid-June *[http://www.circuitgillesvilleneuve.ca/billets/your-weekend-at-the-grand-prix-2014 '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: $45.45 (F), $70.50 (Sa), $95.75 (Su), $126.00 (weekend); Grandstand: $267.50-560.00; 1 child under 11 per ticket-holding adult: Free *Certainly one of the best venues on the calendar, the ''Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve'' often produces some of the best racing of the season. The circuit is within the Parc Jean-Drapeau on Île Notre-Dame island right across downtown Montréal. Popular seating areas include along the start/finish straight, at the first chance and down at the hairpin. Although most of the recent races have been dry, wet weather is a possibility with heavy rainfall delaying the race by two hours in 2011. Expect to see close racing and plenty of overtaking. *'''Contact''': dfauteux@octanemanagement.ca, +1 514-350-4731 ext 230 ====[[United States]]==== '''Miami Grand Prix''' - ''Miami International Autodrome, [[Miami Gardens]], [[Florida]]'' (about 16 miles/26 km north of downtown [[Miami]]) *'''Date''': early May *[https://f1miamigp.com/grandstand/ '''Tickets''']: No information yet available *The Miami International Autodrome is a temporary circuit set around Hard Rock Stadium, home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins, and the stadium's private facilities. One of F1's newer circuits, it held its first races in 2022, and is contractually guaranteed of remaining on the calendar until at least 2031. *'''Contact''': info@f1miamigp.com '''United States Grand Prix''' - ''Circuit of the Americas, [[Austin]], [[Texas]]'' *'''Date''': late October *[http://circuitoftheamericas.com/f1/tickets/general-single-day/?p=tickets '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: General Admission: $59 (F), $79 (Sa), $99 (Su), $169 (weekend); Reserved Seating: $79 (F), $149 (Sa), $249 (Su), $299–499, depending on location (weekend) *A purpose-built track for the Formula One circus, the Circuit of the Americas features large undulations which offer great viewing spots from many of the grandstands. The circuit is near Austin Bergstrom International Airport, making the circuit easy to reach from most parts of Austin. *'''Contact''': info@circuitoftheamericas.com, +1 512-301-6600 '''Las Vegas Grand Prix''' - ''Las Vegas Strip Circuit'', [[Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]] *'''Date''': mid-November *[https://www.f1lasvegasgp.com/tickets '''Tickets''']: TBA * The Las Vegas Grand Prix is the newest Grand Prix, first held in 2023, the newest night race in F1, and also the only race on the calendar for which F1 itself serves as promoter. Its start time of 10 pm local time is the latest of any F1 race. It races around Las Vegas, including the famous [[Las Vegas/The Strip|Las Vegas Strip]]. * Contact: info@f1lasvegasgp.com ====[[Mexico]]==== '''Mexican Grand Prix''' - ''Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez'' ''[[Mexico City]]'' *'''Date''': October 30 - November 1 * '''Tickets''': [https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-4861-mexico Official Formula 1 Ticket Site] (from M$7000 to M$64,000) * Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez returned to the calendar in 2015 after being absent since 1992, to the appreciation of the enthusiastic Mexican fans, who have Sergio Perez to cheer for. The circuit is a mixture of long straights and winding esses. *'''Contact''': [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/mexico Official Site] ====[[Brazil]]==== '''Brazilian Grand Prix''' - '' Autódromo José Carlos Pace (Interlagos), [[São Paulo]]'' *'''Date''': mid-November *[http://www.gpbrasil.com/?lang=EN&page=tickets '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: R$995-R$3,320 (weekend) *Brazil has been represented on the F1 calendar by the ''Autódromo José Carlos Pace'' since 1991 and was the site of the championship decider in 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2012. Bumpy and quick, the track offers good overtaking opportunities. The Brazilian fans are among the most passionate in F1 and will not hide their joy or disappointment at the fortunes of local drivers. Expect dry conditions, but do not discount the possibility of brief showers. *'''Contact''': faleconosco@gpbrasil.com.br, +55 11 5666-8822 ===Asia=== ====[[Bahrain]]==== '''Bahrain Grand Prix''' - '' Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir'' *'''Date''': early March *[https://ticketing.bahraingp.com/Online/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *The Bahrain International Circuit became the first circuit in the Middle East to host a Formula One race in 2004. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat. However, the race is usually the hottest of the year. The grandstands provide relief from the sun but when walking around the paddock make sure to stay hydrated. Being in the middle of a desert, the landscape is barren and dull, not unlike much of the racing here. Local civil unrest can be a distraction. *'''Contact''': info@bic.com.bh, +973 1745 0000 ====[[China]]==== [[File:Shanghai F1 Circui 01.jpg|thumb|Two identical bridges tower over the start/finish straight at the Shanghai International Circuit]] '''Chinese Grand Prix''' - '' Shanghai International Circuit, [[Shanghai]]'' *'''Date''': mid-April *[http://www.jusstickets.com/productlist.aspx?cateid=3 '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Shanghai International Circuit is a modern autodrome built for the first Chinese Grand Prix in 2004. Good vantage points are the hairpin at the end of the 1 km straight, which always has overtaking action, and the main grandstand along the start/finish straight, from which one can view 80% of the circuit. Crowding is never a problem and the event typically undersells, leading to many empty seats. General admission is very cheap compared to grandstand entry, but there are no viewable video screens. *'''Contact''': +86 216 956 8888 <!-- ====[[India]]==== '''Indian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.buddhinternationalcircuit.in/ Buddh International Circuit], Greater Noida, [[Uttar Pradesh]]'' *'''Date''': *[http://in.bookmyshow.com/sport/formula1/ '''Tickets''']: Grandstand: ₹1,500-12,000 (Su), ₹2,000-21,000 (weekend) *One of the many newer international circuits, the Buddh International Circuit heralds the long overdue arrival of India into Formula One. The circuit is fast and flowing, but lacks the necessary characteristics for good, close racing. The grandstands are located far from the edge of the track, so binoculars are advised. Be prepared to deal with the humidity. *'''Contact''': jaypee.sports@jalindia.com, +91 120 442 9499 --> ====[[Japan]]==== [[File:Kamui Kobayashi supporters 2011 Japan.jpg|thumb|Fans cheer as local driver Kamui Kobayashi races past during the 2011 Japanese Grand Prix]] '''Japanese Grand Prix''' - ''Suzuka International Racing Course'' (or simply ''Suzuka Circuit'')'', [[Suzuka]]'' *'''Date''': early October *[https://www.suzukacircuit.jp/info_s/onlineshop/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: ¥15,568-98,592 (weekend) *The only Grand Prix in Asia for a long time, the Suzuka Circuit is notable for being the site of numerous championship deciders in the 1990s. The Japanese fans are an enthusiastic bunch and seldom leave the grounds before the sun has set. The best spot for viewing overtaking is along the main straight where one can see moves into the final chicane and into the first corner. There is an amusement park on site for the quieter parts of the weekend. *'''Contact''': <!-- ====[[Malaysia]]==== '''Malaysia Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.sepangcircuit.com.my/ Sepang International Circuit], [[Kuala Lumpur]]'' *'''Date''': late September–early October *[http://www.japan-grand-prix.com/2814-japan/ '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: No information available *The Sepang International Circuit is about 60 km (37 mi) south of Kuala Lumpur, although it is much closer to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Very heavy rain and delays in the racing are possible. Be prepared for high humidity. The best viewing spots are around the hills in the flowing outer sections of the circuit, although for shelter the grandstands along the two straights in the centre of the area is a good bet. *'''Contact''': +60 38 778 2222 --> ====[[Saudi Arabia]]==== '''Saudi Arabian Grand Prix''' - ''[https://saudiarabiangp.com/en/circuit Jeddah Corniche Circuit], [[Jeddah]]'' * '''Date''': early March * [https://tickets.saudiarabiangp.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available * The Saudi Arabian GP is one of the newer races on the calendar, having been introduced in 2021. The race has been held in March/April for the entirety of its run to avoid the scorching summer desert heat, and is one of the few races held entirely at night for that same reason. Nonetheless, the race is still one of the hotter ones of the year. *'''Contact''': tickets@saudimotorsport.com, +966 9200 21023 ====[[Singapore]]==== [[File:1 singapore f1 night race 2012 city skyline.jpg|thumb|The Marina Bay Street Circuit is without a doubt the most visually spectacular circuit in Formula One today]] '''Singapore Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ Marina Bay Street Circuit], [[Singapore]]'' *'''Date''': mid-September *[http://www.singaporegp.sg/ticket/ticket_price.php '''Tickets'''] {{dead link|December 2020}}: Grandstand: S$698-S$1288 (weekend); Walkabout: S$68 (F), S$148 (Sa), S$178 (Su), S$228-S$498 (weekend) *The Singapore Grand Prix is the first F1 race held at night, and the backdrop of the city of Singapore makes this event a visual feast not to be missed. The Marina Bay Street Circuit winds itself around the harbourfront, going past local landmarks such as the Singapore Flyer, the Fullerton Hotel, and the Merlion Park. *'''Contact''': tickets@singaporegp.sg, +65 6738 6738 ====[[United Arab Emirates]]==== '''Abu Dhabi Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.yasmarinacircuit.com Yas Marina Circuit], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' '''ِAbu Dhabi Grand Prix News ''' - ''[http://sport360.com/article/formula-one/26639/tickets-2014-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-selling-out-fast Abu Dhabi Grand Prix News], [[Abu Dhabi]]'' *'''Date''': late November *[http://www.korean-grand-prix.com/2857-korea/ '''Tickets''']: General Admission: AED545 (Sa Su); Grandstand: AED1,875 (Sa Su), AED2,080-AED2,600 (wkd) *The Yas Marina Circuit hosts the only grand prix that starts in the afternoon and ends after sunset. The circuit does not provide particularly exciting racing, but the grandstands along the two long straights give the opportunity to watch cars race up to 200 mph. The circuit facilities around the paddock are the very definition of opulence, but expect to pay very high prices for access. The temperatures can also get pretty high during the day but should cool down by the time the race gets underway. On site is the Ferrari World theme park. *'''Contact''': customerservice@yasmarinacircuit.com , +971 2659 9800 ===Europe=== ====[[Austria]]==== '''Austrian Grand Prix''' - ''Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, [[Styria]]'' *'''Date''': early July *'''Tickets''': No information available * In the picturesque Austrian countryside. *'''Contact''': ====[[Belgium]]==== [[File:Eau rouge kurve.jpg|thumb|The steep drop down and climb up of the ''Eau Rouge''-''Raidillon'' complex]] '''Belgian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.spa-francorchamps.be/en/index.php?lg=en Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Wallonia]]'' *'''Date''': late August *[http://www.spagrandprix.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Possibly the best racing track in the world, the ''Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps'' features everything that makes a circuit great: challenging high speed corners, large changes in altitude, plenty of overtaking opportunities, and a long history of producing exciting racing. The ''Eau Rouge'' corner is perhaps the most famous in F1, and ''Blanchimont'' and ''Stavelot'' are well known in motorsport circles. The best viewing opportunities are at the first corner (''La Source'') and the climb up to ''Les Combes''. The circuit is notorious for its own micro-climate that can see drastically different conditions at each end of the track so be prepared for anything. *'''Contact''': +32 8729 3700 ====[[Hungary]]==== '''Hungarian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://hungaroring.hu/en/dest Hungaroring], Mogyoród, [[Central Hungary|Pest County]], near [[Budapest]]'' *'''Date''': late July *[http://www.hungaroinfo.com/formel1/tickets_all_en.htm '''Tickets''']: General Admission: Adult: €68 (Su), €77 (weekend), Junior: €34 (Su), €38 (weekend); Grandstand: Adult: €191-381 (Su), €99-423 (weekend), Junior: €50-169 (weekend) *The Hungaroring is notoriously twisty and makes overtaking very difficult. The first corner and the chicane are best bets to see some racing action. Being in Central Europe during the height of summer, temperatures can get very hot, and there is little shading. Grandstands along the start/finish offer some shade. Wet weather has only affected one Hungarian Grand Prix in more than 25 years, so an umbrella would only be needed for protection against the sun. *'''Contact''': ==== Italy ==== [[File:Tifosi GP Monza 1996.jpg|thumb|There's only one team the fans support at Monza]] * '''Italian GP''' is on 4-6 Sep 2026 in [[Monza]], 10 km north of Milan. The Ferrari team regard it as their home turf. : The circuit is 5.793 km, with 53 laps totaling 306.720 km. It has long straights and few curves, so speeds are high, and crashes notorious. * '''Emilia Romagna GP''' was at [[Imola]] near Bologna until 2025 but is no longer held. It was bumped from the calendar by the Spanish GP in Madrid. ==== Azerbaijan ==== * '''Azerbaijan GP''' is on 24-26 Sep 2026 through the streets of [[Baku]]. : The circuit is 6.003 km, with 51 laps totaling 306.049 km. ====[[Monaco]]==== [[File:Circuito de monaco F-1-2009 (2).JPG|thumb|The abundance of yachts in Monte Carlo's harbour means there's a grand prix just around the corner]] '''Monaco Grand Prix''' - ''[https://acm.mc/en/accueil/ Circuit de Monaco]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, [[Monte Carlo]]'' *'''Date''': late May *[http://www.formula1monaco.com/ '''Tickets''']: No information available *Located on the streets of [[Monte Carlo]], the Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world. Overtaking does not feature heavily at the ''Circuit de Monaco''. Viewing is largely restricted in the grandstands; being in a city means buildings block out a majority of the rest of the circuit, although it does provide a great opportunity for fans to get closer to the action than at any other venue. Unlike every other Grand Prix, Friday is a day off, with the cars taking to the track on the Thursday instead. *'''Contact''': ==== Netherlands ==== * '''[https://www.circuitzandvoort.nl/ Dutch Grand Prix]''' is on 21-23 Aug 2026, in [[Zandvoort]] on the north Dutch coast. It drops out of the calendar thereafter. ==== Spain ==== * '''[https://www.circuitcat.com/ Barcelona-Catalunya GP]''' was held on 12-14 June 2026, with the next in 2028. This is no longer the Spanish GP, as that has moved to Madring near Madrid, see below. : The circuit is in Montmeló 30 km northeast of [[Barcelona]]. It's 4.657 km, with 66 laps totaling 307.236 km. This event is now held in even-numbered years, alternating with the Belgian GP in odd-numbered years. * '''[https://www.madring.com/en Spanish GP]''' is held on 11-13 Sep 2026. It's in Madring, a new street circuit around the Trade Fair Centre in [[Madrid/Northern Suburbs | Barajas]] district of Madrid near the airport. : The circuit is 5.416 km, with 57 laps totaling 308.524 km ====[[United Kingdom]]==== [[File:Silverstone turn 2008.jpg|thumb|The view from the Silverstone circuit's Luffield grandstands during the 2008 British Grand Prix]] '''British Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.silverstone.co.uk/ Silverstone Circuit], [[Silverstone]]'' *'''Date''': mid-July *[https://www.silverstone.co.uk/events/2020-formula-1-british-grand-prix/ '''Tickets'''] (2014): General Admission: Adult: £58 (F), £76 (Sa), £150 (Su), Child: £29 (F), £38 (Sa), £75 (Su); Grandstand: Adult: £171-295 (Su), Child: £85-295 (Su) *A historic track which hosted the first F1 race in 1950, Silverstone is one of the fastest on the calendar and provides plenty of great viewing opportunities. Camping is allowed on site with a permit. Traffic into the venue can be notoriously heavy, not only for cars but also for helicopters, with the circuit becoming the busiest heliport in Europe on race day. Take precautions to deal with the unpredictable British summer weather. Despite having a modern layout and expensive ticket prices, the circuit still retains an old-fashioned vibe, and is still very much an event for the fans. *'''Contact''': +44 844 3750 740 ===Oceania=== ====[[Australia]]==== '''Australian Grand Prix''' - ''[http://www.grandprix.com.au/ Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit], Albert Park, [[Melbourne]]'' *'''Date''': mid-March *[https://www.grandprix.com.au/gpadvantage '''Tickets''']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}: Grandstand: Adult: $320-565 (4 days) *The Australian Grand Prix takes place at the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit in Albert Park, which is normally a public park the rest of the year. Plenty of good viewing spots and compared to many tracks are quite close to the circuit's edge. General entry is good value with the most popular spot being Brocky's Hill at the back part of the circuit. It is advisable to take a picnic rug or foldable chair if choosing to sit there. *'''Contact''': ==Get in== ===Tickets=== Entry to a circuit requires a ticket. Tickets can be bought for the whole weekend (all three days) or for one specific day (they get more expensive as the weekend goes along). There are generally two types on sale: *'''General admission''' tickets are the cheapest and most easily available, and they do not restrict the ticket-holder to a particular section of the track. Many circuits have viewing banks that general admission ticket-holders can use, although these fill up very quickly so get there early for a good spot. If the viewing areas are full then there are many parts where standing is available. These tickets do not give the comfort of grandstand tickets, so make sure adequate protection from the elements is brought along. The ground may be uneven or wet underfoot so bring suitable footwear and something to sit on. *'''Grandstand''' tickets give the best view of a particular section of the track and often have a large screen in view so none of the action is missed. Ticket prices are scaled, with the most expensive stands giving the most protection from the elements along with the best view. Tickets for grandstands are most commonly booked in advance so the buyer can choose a specific seat, although a few may be available on entry. There may be a few grandstands at some circuits that have no seat allocation, although these don't always give the best view. ===Traffic=== ====By car==== Formula One Grands Prix are popular events, so preparations should be made for heavy traffic. If arriving by car, Fridays are often the quietest day, but don't expect to just sail through. Traffic queues on the weekend can be ridiculously long, and unless you are a dedicated soul arriving before sunrise expect to be waiting upwards of half an hour. The same can be said for leaving. A vast majority of the crowd tends to try to leave at the same time, so unless you wish to leave early (and miss some racing) or wait until late in the evening (when there is no racing going on) be prepared for more waiting. The parking areas tend to be extremely large so make a note of anything that can make identifying where you've parked easier. No one wants to be searching for their car at the end of a tiring day. ====By shuttlebus==== Some circuits may offer a shuttlebus service, designed to alleviate traffic problems. Cars are parked some way from the track and shuttlebuses run at frequent times to the track in their own designated lane, so this can make entry a much quicker process. ====By helicopter==== Arriving by helicopter is the most stylish way for the fan to enter, if you are lucky enough to be a VIP. Most tracks have some kind of heliport, if not a purpose-built one then a field within the circuit perimeter is used. All the worries associated with queueing and waiting are largely foregone, and helicopter is surely the most stress-free way of getting in. ==Get around== Walking is generally the best option (and sometimes the only option) for getting from one area to another. Circuit maps are printed within official programs and on boards dotted around the track. If you do not have a print version of the circuit map consider taking a picture of one of the boards with your phone or camera. Bridges and service tunnels connect the interior of the circuit with the exterior. ==Buy== There will be many stalls situated just outside the viewing areas selling all kinds of F1 and motorsport memorabilia. Stock typically includes official team/driver merchandise and clothing; pictures and paintings; branded gear such as umbrellas, binoculars and flags; DVDs and other media; and collectible racing car models. Official programs will also be on sale. Be prepared to pay high prices (remember you're mainly paying for the brand), but they can make excellent souvenirs from the event and the gear can be used again for future events. These can usually be purchased online for cheaper prior to the weekend. ==Sleep== With these tracks often located away from city centers, hotels near many of the circuits can sell out up to a year in advance, so if you are intending on staying nearby book early. Some venues, such as Silverstone, allow camping on fields adjacent to the circuit. You will probably need to book a camping ticket to take advantage of this, and these too usually sell out fast so book early if you want to take this option. ==Stay safe== Despite the high visibility of the 'motorsport is dangerous' notices Formula One has quite a good spectator safety record. However, no matter how safe a restricted part of the track may seem you should not venture onto these areas as they can be quite dangerous. Previous spectator fatalities at Formula One races have been caused by the spectators in question being on a restricted part of the track. Sticking to the proper areas drastically reduces the chances of being hurt in an accident. Moving vehicles operate in the paddock areas and along service roads, so keep your eyes and ears open. If someone is hurt, there are medical tents with trained staff at various points around the track; these are marked clearly on circuit diagram boards. The following general precautions should also be taken: *'''Earplugs''' are highly recommended especially for young children and those going for the first time. Formula One cars are ear-damagingly loud and having 20 cars over a sustained period of 90 minutes can cause harm. Earplugs will probably be available at the track and some circuits offer basic versions for free. If you are intending on taking a radio to listen to the on-track commentary use a pair on in-ear monitors that can double as earplugs. *'''[[Sun protection]]''' is advised as many races take place in the summer with only grandstand seats getting any meaningful shade. Wide-brimmed caps are handy, and sunglasses are optional. *'''Waterproof clothing''' is a necessity especially for those not in sheltered areas. Even if the forecast is dry, some areas (for example Spa-Francorchamps) may experience large changes in conditions over a small area. Take a strong umbrella to cope with windy weather, otherwise bring a waterproof coat. {{PartOfTopic|Motor sport}} {{usabletopic}} qea9hm1j6wvv1xw8qrtlqu0ybf7cc9o 0 13207 5328361 5328190 2026-08-14T15:52:22Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328361 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Lake Barkley banner.jpg}} '''[https://kentuckylakegateway.com/ Grand Rivers]''' is a city in [[Kentucky]]'s [[Western Waterlands]]. ==Understand== Grand Rivers is a small home rule-class city in Livingston County, Kentucky, United States, with a population of about 345 residents. Known as the "Village Between the Lakes," it sits on the isthmus between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley and serves as the northern gateway to the 170,000-acre Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. Grand Rivers developed as a small river and railway community and later became closely associated with tourism and recreation around Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. The town is sometimes known as the "Village Between the Lakes" because of its location between the two large reservoirs. Fishing, boating, camping and other outdoor activities are important attractions in the area. Grand Rivers has a small, walkable downtown with local restaurants, shops and historic buildings. The population of Grand Rivers is 345 according to the 2020 U.S. Census, though recent American Community Survey estimates place the local population around 436 residents. ==History== Grand Rivers may have originally been known as Narrows from its position between the Cumberland and Tennessee Rivers. The local post office was established in 1879 as Otisville; changed its name in 1882 to Bernard; and was then changed again to Nickells the next year after the name of a new Illinois Central station. ==Get in== Grand Rivers is located in the heart of Kentucky's Western Waterlands, between [[Kentucky Lake]] and [[Lake Barkley]]. Grand Rivers borders the northern entrance to [[Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area]]. === By car === Grand Rivers is three miles off of I-24/I-69, KY exit 31 (exit numbers in this area use I-24 mileage); two hours Northwest of [[Nashville]], TN, and three and a half hours Southeast of [[St. Louis]], MO. Major roads include Interstate 24/69 and US Highway 453 (The Trace). === By boat === Grand Rivers is located on Kentucky Lake (Tennessee River, mile marker 24) and Lake Barkley (Cumberland River, mile marker 31), and offer navigable deep water access from the Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico via the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, and to [[Chicago]] and the Great Lakes by way of the Ohio-[[Mississippi River]] system. ==Get around== Grand Rivers is small enough to explore on foot, particularly around the downtown area. {{mapframe|37.0031|-88.2345|zoom=13}} ==See== *[[Kentucky Lake]]- Large reservoir offering boating, fishing and other water activities. *[[Lake Barkley]]- Major reservoir east of Grand Rivers with extensive recreational opportunities. *[[Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area]]-0Large protected recreation area between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, with forests, wildlife areas, trails and lakeshore scenery. Grand Rivers Jetty on Kentucky Lake ==Do== *{{do | name=Variety! Music, Memories and More | url=http://www.grandriversvariety.com | email= | address=JH O'Bryan Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = | tollfree=+1-888-362-4223 | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Music Shows }} ==Buy== ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Patti's 1880s Settlement and Restaurant | url=https://pattis1880s.com/ | email= | address=JH O'Bryan Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +1 270-362-8844 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30AM-9PM | price= | content=Famous for their 2 inch thick pork chops, flower pot bread, and wonderful pies }} *'''Miss Scarlett's''', Exit 31, off I-24, Grand Rivers, +1 270 928-3126. Miss Scarlett's offers a complete menu of fine southern cooking, including steaks, pork chops, seafood, walleye, bison burgers and more. Daily 6AM-9PM. ==Drink== Alcoholic beverage sales are prohibited in Grand Rivers. Lyon County, on the other side of the Cumberland River, and Marshall County, on the other side of the Tennessee River, are both wet. ==Sleep== ==Connect== ===By phone=== Most telephone numbers in Grand Rivers consist of +1 270 plus a seven-digit number, but the region is now served by an overlay complex of two area codes, with +1 364 as the second. A local or in-state telephone call now requires all 10 digits of the local number be dialed (omitting just the leading +1 from a local landline call). Signage on many established businesses may still display the original seven-digit numbers; dial 270 before these if no area code is indicated. ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=I-24.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Paducah]] | minorl1=[[Gilbertsville]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Nashville]] | minorr1=[[Hopkinsville]] | image2=I-69.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Henderson (Kentucky)|Henderson]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=Mayfield | minorr2=[[Calvert City]] | image3=US 62.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Paducah]] | minorl3=[[Gilbertsville]] | directionr3=E | majorr3=[[Elizabethtown (Kentucky)|Elizabethtown]] | minorr3=[[Greenville (Kentucky)|Greenville]] | image4=US 641.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4='''Marion''' | directionr4=S | majorr4=Clifton | minorr4='''[[Gilbertsville]]''' }} {{geo|37.004722|-88.231667}} {{IsPartOf|Western Waterlands}} {{outlinecity}} aleo0tsiapdtlwy1v2cjufhjmo4sd00 5328362 5328361 2026-08-14T15:53:28Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328362 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Kentucky Lake banner.jpg}} '''[https://kentuckylakegateway.com/ Grand Rivers]''' is a city in [[Kentucky]]'s [[Western Waterlands]]. ==Understand== Grand Rivers is a small home rule-class city in Livingston County, Kentucky, United States, with a population of about 345 residents. Known as the "Village Between the Lakes," it sits on the isthmus between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley and serves as the northern gateway to the 170,000-acre Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. Grand Rivers developed as a small river and railway community and later became closely associated with tourism and recreation around Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. The town is sometimes known as the "Village Between the Lakes" because of its location between the two large reservoirs. Fishing, boating, camping and other outdoor activities are important attractions in the area. Grand Rivers has a small, walkable downtown with local restaurants, shops and historic buildings. The population of Grand Rivers is 345 according to the 2020 U.S. Census, though recent American Community Survey estimates place the local population around 436 residents. ==History== Grand Rivers may have originally been known as Narrows from its position between the Cumberland and Tennessee Rivers. The local post office was established in 1879 as Otisville; changed its name in 1882 to Bernard; and was then changed again to Nickells the next year after the name of a new Illinois Central station. ==Get in== Grand Rivers is located in the heart of Kentucky's Western Waterlands, between [[Kentucky Lake]] and [[Lake Barkley]]. Grand Rivers borders the northern entrance to [[Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area]]. === By car === Grand Rivers is three miles off of I-24/I-69, KY exit 31 (exit numbers in this area use I-24 mileage); two hours Northwest of [[Nashville]], TN, and three and a half hours Southeast of [[St. Louis]], MO. Major roads include Interstate 24/69 and US Highway 453 (The Trace). === By boat === Grand Rivers is located on Kentucky Lake (Tennessee River, mile marker 24) and Lake Barkley (Cumberland River, mile marker 31), and offer navigable deep water access from the Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico via the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, and to [[Chicago]] and the Great Lakes by way of the Ohio-[[Mississippi River]] system. ==Get around== Grand Rivers is small enough to explore on foot, particularly around the downtown area. {{mapframe|37.0031|-88.2345|zoom=13}} ==See== *[[Kentucky Lake]]- Large reservoir offering boating, fishing and other water activities. *[[Lake Barkley]]- Major reservoir east of Grand Rivers with extensive recreational opportunities. *[[Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area]]-0Large protected recreation area between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, with forests, wildlife areas, trails and lakeshore scenery. Grand Rivers Jetty on Kentucky Lake ==Do== *{{do | name=Variety! Music, Memories and More | url=http://www.grandriversvariety.com | email= | address=JH O'Bryan Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = | tollfree=+1-888-362-4223 | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Music Shows }} ==Buy== ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Patti's 1880s Settlement and Restaurant | url=https://pattis1880s.com/ | email= | address=JH O'Bryan Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +1 270-362-8844 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30AM-9PM | price= | content=Famous for their 2 inch thick pork chops, flower pot bread, and wonderful pies }} *'''Miss Scarlett's''', Exit 31, off I-24, Grand Rivers, +1 270 928-3126. Miss Scarlett's offers a complete menu of fine southern cooking, including steaks, pork chops, seafood, walleye, bison burgers and more. Daily 6AM-9PM. ==Drink== Alcoholic beverage sales are prohibited in Grand Rivers. Lyon County, on the other side of the Cumberland River, and Marshall County, on the other side of the Tennessee River, are both wet. ==Sleep== ==Connect== ===By phone=== Most telephone numbers in Grand Rivers consist of +1 270 plus a seven-digit number, but the region is now served by an overlay complex of two area codes, with +1 364 as the second. A local or in-state telephone call now requires all 10 digits of the local number be dialed (omitting just the leading +1 from a local landline call). Signage on many established businesses may still display the original seven-digit numbers; dial 270 before these if no area code is indicated. ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=I-24.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Paducah]] | minorl1=[[Gilbertsville]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Nashville]] | minorr1=[[Hopkinsville]] | image2=I-69.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Henderson (Kentucky)|Henderson]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=Mayfield | minorr2=[[Calvert City]] | image3=US 62.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Paducah]] | minorl3=[[Gilbertsville]] | directionr3=E | majorr3=[[Elizabethtown (Kentucky)|Elizabethtown]] | minorr3=[[Greenville (Kentucky)|Greenville]] | image4=US 641.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4='''Marion''' | directionr4=S | majorr4=Clifton | minorr4='''[[Gilbertsville]]''' }} {{geo|37.004722|-88.231667}} {{IsPartOf|Western Waterlands}} {{outlinecity}} 9usdlelgiarwtiillku2i05zqgn4an0 5328364 5328362 2026-08-14T15:54:55Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328364 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Land Between The Lakes Banner.jpg}} '''[https://kentuckylakegateway.com/ Grand Rivers]''' is a city in [[Kentucky]]'s [[Western Waterlands]]. ==Understand== Grand Rivers is a small home rule-class city in Livingston County, Kentucky, United States, with a population of about 345 residents. Known as the "Village Between the Lakes," it sits on the isthmus between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley and serves as the northern gateway to the 170,000-acre Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area. Grand Rivers developed as a small river and railway community and later became closely associated with tourism and recreation around Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley. The town is sometimes known as the "Village Between the Lakes" because of its location between the two large reservoirs. Fishing, boating, camping and other outdoor activities are important attractions in the area. Grand Rivers has a small, walkable downtown with local restaurants, shops and historic buildings. The population of Grand Rivers is 345 according to the 2020 U.S. Census, though recent American Community Survey estimates place the local population around 436 residents. ==History== Grand Rivers may have originally been known as Narrows from its position between the Cumberland and Tennessee Rivers. The local post office was established in 1879 as Otisville; changed its name in 1882 to Bernard; and was then changed again to Nickells the next year after the name of a new Illinois Central station. ==Get in== Grand Rivers is located in the heart of Kentucky's Western Waterlands, between [[Kentucky Lake]] and [[Lake Barkley]]. Grand Rivers borders the northern entrance to [[Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area]]. === By car === Grand Rivers is three miles off of I-24/I-69, KY exit 31 (exit numbers in this area use I-24 mileage); two hours Northwest of [[Nashville]], TN, and three and a half hours Southeast of [[St. Louis]], MO. Major roads include Interstate 24/69 and US Highway 453 (The Trace). === By boat === Grand Rivers is located on Kentucky Lake (Tennessee River, mile marker 24) and Lake Barkley (Cumberland River, mile marker 31), and offer navigable deep water access from the Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico via the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, and to [[Chicago]] and the Great Lakes by way of the Ohio-[[Mississippi River]] system. ==Get around== Grand Rivers is small enough to explore on foot, particularly around the downtown area. {{mapframe|37.0031|-88.2345|zoom=13}} ==See== *[[Kentucky Lake]]- Large reservoir offering boating, fishing and other water activities. *[[Lake Barkley]]- Major reservoir east of Grand Rivers with extensive recreational opportunities. *[[Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area]]-0Large protected recreation area between Kentucky Lake and Lake Barkley, with forests, wildlife areas, trails and lakeshore scenery. Grand Rivers Jetty on Kentucky Lake ==Do== *{{do | name=Variety! Music, Memories and More | url=http://www.grandriversvariety.com | email= | address=JH O'Bryan Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = | tollfree=+1-888-362-4223 | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Music Shows }} ==Buy== ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Patti's 1880s Settlement and Restaurant | url=https://pattis1880s.com/ | email= | address=JH O'Bryan Ave | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +1 270-362-8844 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:30AM-9PM | price= | content=Famous for their 2 inch thick pork chops, flower pot bread, and wonderful pies }} *'''Miss Scarlett's''', Exit 31, off I-24, Grand Rivers, +1 270 928-3126. Miss Scarlett's offers a complete menu of fine southern cooking, including steaks, pork chops, seafood, walleye, bison burgers and more. Daily 6AM-9PM. ==Drink== Alcoholic beverage sales are prohibited in Grand Rivers. Lyon County, on the other side of the Cumberland River, and Marshall County, on the other side of the Tennessee River, are both wet. ==Sleep== ==Connect== ===By phone=== Most telephone numbers in Grand Rivers consist of +1 270 plus a seven-digit number, but the region is now served by an overlay complex of two area codes, with +1 364 as the second. A local or in-state telephone call now requires all 10 digits of the local number be dialed (omitting just the leading +1 from a local landline call). Signage on many established businesses may still display the original seven-digit numbers; dial 270 before these if no area code is indicated. ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=I-24.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Paducah]] | minorl1=[[Gilbertsville]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Nashville]] | minorr1=[[Hopkinsville]] | image2=I-69.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Henderson (Kentucky)|Henderson]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=Mayfield | minorr2=[[Calvert City]] | image3=US 62.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Paducah]] | minorl3=[[Gilbertsville]] | directionr3=E | majorr3=[[Elizabethtown (Kentucky)|Elizabethtown]] | minorr3=[[Greenville (Kentucky)|Greenville]] | image4=US 641.svg | imagesize4=22 | directionl4=N | majorl4=END | minorl4='''Marion''' | directionr4=S | majorr4=Clifton | minorr4='''[[Gilbertsville]]''' }} {{geo|37.004722|-88.231667}} {{IsPartOf|Western Waterlands}} {{outlinecity}} gc8dlshuxb7nspf2bq1tar6my2e7joo 0 14562 5328764 5286942 2026-08-15T11:58:32Z Dr. Thomas Liptak 2335584 photo updated (2026) 5328764 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Hesse''' (German: ''Hessen'') is a state in west-central [[Germany]] with a population of approximately 6.4 million people. It is defined by the sharp contrast between the heavily urbanised [[Rhine-Main]] region in the southwest - a major European financial and transport hub - and the rest of the state, which is largely rural and hilly. With 40 per cent of its silver-fir, beech, and oak forests, Hesse is one of Germany's most densely wooded states. Outside the main metropolitan areas like Frankfurt and Wiesbaden, the landscape is dotted with volcanic massifs like the Vogelsberg and numerous medieval half-timbered towns that characterize the region's architecture. ==Regions== {{Regionlist |region1name = [[North Hesse]] |region1color={{StdColor|t1}} |region1items= |region1description=''Nordhessen'', a hilly and sparsely populated region. |region2name = [[Rhine-Main]] |region2color={{StdColor|t2}} |region2items= |region2description=The metropolitan area around [[Frankfurt]]. |region3name = [[Rheingau‎]] |region3color={{StdColor|t3}} |region3items= |region3description=A region along the Rhine. |region4name = [[South Hesse]] |region4color={{StdColor|t4}} |region4items= |region4description=''Südhessen'', around [[Darmstadt]]. }} <!-- {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill={{StdColor|t1}}|title=[[North Hesse]]|wikidata=Q1998048}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill={{StdColor|t2}}|title=[[Rhine-Main]]|wikidata=Q707278}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill={{StdColor|t3}}|title=[[Rheingau‎]]|wikidata=Q212376}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill={{StdColor|t4}}|title=[[South Hesse]]|wikidata=Q7932}} --> {{mapshape}} == Cities == {{Mapframe}} [[File:Bowling Green & Kurhaus Wiesbaden.jpg|thumb|right|Kurhaus [[Wiesbaden]] and Bowling Green]] * {{listing| type=city | name = [[Wiesbaden]] | wikidata=Q1721 | wikipedia = Wiesbaden| lat = 50.082083333333 | long = 8.2413611111111 | image = Wiesbaden Castle.jpg }} — the state capital is a renowned spa town, celebrated for its elegant 19th-century architecture and thermal springs * {{listing| type=city | name = [[Darmstadt]] | wikidata=Q2973 | wikipedia = Darmstadt| lat = 49.866666666667 | long = 8.65 | image = Residenzschloss Darmstadt 539-Gdh.JPG }} — known as the "City of Science," this former capital combines high-tech industries with a remarkable concentration of Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) architectural monuments * {{listing| type=city | name = [[Frankfurt]] | wikidata=Q1794 | wikipedia = Frankfurt| lat = 50.113611111111 | long = 8.6797222222222 | image = Frankfurt am Main, Skyline von der Alten Brücke.jpg }} — Germany's financial hub, famously dubbed "Mainhattan" for its skyscraper skyline, also offers a rich cultural scene and a reconstructed historic old town * {{listing| type=city | name = [[Fulda]] | wikidata=Q3963 | wikipedia = Fulda| lat = 50.552777777778 | long = 9.6775 | image = Kathedrale Fulda-6385.jpg }} — a baroque city featuring a historic cathedral and palace, maintaining a pleasant, small-town atmosphere despite its historical and religious significance * {{listing | type=city | name=[[Gießen]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=50.583333333333 | long=8.6666666666667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Giessen | image=Giessen innenstadt 28082005.jpg | wikidata=Q3874 | content= }} — a prominent university city shaped by its scientific history, particularly renowned for the Liebig Museum, which honors the legacy of the famous chemist Justus von Liebig * {{listing| type=city | name = [[Hanau]] | wikidata=Q3802 | wikipedia = Hanau| lat = 50.133333333333 | long = 8.9166666666667 | image = Hanau Bruder Grimm.jpg }} — historically significant as the birthplace of the Brothers Grimm and a gateway to the German Fairy Tale Route * {{listing| type=city | name = [[Kassel]] | wikidata=Q2865 | wikipedia = Kassel| lat = 51.319722222222 | long = 9.4977777777778 | image = Herkules wasserspiele 1 ds 05 2006.JPG }} — famous for the Documenta art exhibition and the Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dramatic water features and the Hercules monument * {{listing| type=city | name = [[Limburg an der Lahn]] | wikidata=Q16026 | wikipedia = Limburg an der Lahn| lat = 50.383333333333 | long = 8.0666666666667 | image = DomLimburgLahn27.jpg }} — features one of the best-preserved medieval town centers in Germany, dominated by the striking, high-gothic Limburg Cathedral * {{listing| type=city | name = [[Marburg]] | wikidata=Q3869 | wikipedia = Marburg| lat = 50.816666666667 | long = 8.7666666666667 | image = Marburger Schloss 024.jpg }} — a quintessential university town characterized by its steep, narrow streets, historic half-timbered houses, and a castle overlooking the Lahn valley ==Other destinations== [[File:Hessen topografisch Relief Karte.png|thumbnail|Geography of Hesse]] * {{listing | type=vicinity|name=Biosphärenreservat Rhön | alt= | url=http://biosphaerenreservat-rhoen.de/ | email= | address= | lat=50.35 | long=10.05 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rhön Biosphere Reserve | image=Rhoen Berge mg-k.jpg | wikidata=Q864755 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity|name=Geo-Naturpark Bergstraße-Odenwald | alt= | url=http://www.geo-naturpark.net/ | email= | address= | lat=49.6541 | long=8.56793 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bergstraße-Odenwald Nature Park | image=Geo-Naturpark-Bergstraße-Odenwald.jpg | wikidata=Q883865 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity|name=Großer Feldberg | alt= | url=https://www.taunus.info/poi/grosser-feldberg | email= | address= | lat=50.2325 | long=8.458889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Großer Feldberg | image=Grosser-feldberg-taunus012.jpg | wikidata=Q677873 | content=The highest mountain in Taunus ({{m|881}}). On its summit, there is a {{m|40}} tall observation tower. A much more remarkable tower on its summit is the telecommunication tower, which cannot normally be visited. }} * {{listing | type=vicinity | name=Naturpark Diemelsee | alt= | url=https://www.naturpark-diemelsee.de/ | email= | address= | lat=51.3045 | long=8.70759 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1679743 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity | name=Naturpark Habichtswald | alt= | url=https://www.naturpark-habichtswald.de/ | email= | address= | lat=51.2 | long=9.25 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Ruine schauenburg landschaftsthrone ds 01 10 2011.jpg | wikidata=Q1970494 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity | name=Naturpark Hessischer Spessart | alt= | url=https://www.naturpark-hessischer-spessart.de/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Spessart Nature Park | wikidata=Q896254 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity | name=Naturpark Hessische Rhön | alt= | url=https://nationale-naturlandschaften.de/gebiete/naturpark-hessische-rhoen | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hessian Rhön Nature Park | image=Rhön von Norden.jpg | wikidata=Q1970509 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity | name=Naturpark Taunus | alt= | url=https://naturpark-taunus.de/ | email= | address= | lat=50.19 | long=8.3 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Taunus Nature Park | image=Grosser-feldberg-taunus014.jpg | wikidata=Q1970506 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity|name=Naturpark Hoher Vogelsberg | alt=High Vogelsberg Nature Park | url=http://www.naturpark-vulkanregion-vogelsberg.de/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=High Vogelsberg Nature Park | image=Schotten Kaulstoss Hoher Vogelsberg SCI 555520798 S.png | wikidata=Q1970512 |lastedit=2019-09-25| content=an old volcanic region with the largest basalt mass in Europe, a destination for hikers, cyclists and, in winter, skiers. }} * {{listing | type=vicinity|name=Natur- und Nationalpark Kellerwald-Edersee | alt= | url=http://www.nationalpark-kellerwald.com/de/startseite/ | email= | address= | lat=51.1667 | long=9 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kellerwald-Edersee National Park | image=Kellerwald Ringelsberg 001.JPG | wikidata=Q695880 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity | name=Naturpark Lahn-Dill-Bergland | alt= | url=https://naturpark.lahn-dill-bergland.de/ | email= | address= | lat=50.8 | long=8.5 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Hartenrod (Bad Endbach) (004).JPG | wikidata=Q1970519 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity | name=Geo-Naturpark Frau-Holle-Land | alt= | url=https://www.naturparkfrauholle.land/ | email= | address= | lat=51.2 | long=9.85 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1970537 | content= }} * {{listing | type=vicinity | name=Naturpark Rhein-Taunus | alt= | url=https://www.naturpark-rhein-taunus.de/ | email= | address= | lat=50.15 | long=8.08 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image= | wikidata= | content= }} *{{marker|type=vicinity|name=[[Westerwald]]|wikidata=Q640966}} ==Understand== [[File:Kuppenmaennchen.JPG|thumb|Column of phonolite rocks on Dalherdakuppe in the Rhön Mountains]] What is now Hesse was governed mostly by two states, Hesse-Darmstadt and Hesse-Kassel, both named for the residence of their ruling house. Other places like Frankfurt were ''de facto'' independent in medieval times already. Hesse, lying at the crossroads of Europe was an important place for trade and exchange and Frankfurt rose to a trade and financial center early on. Frankfurt still enjoys its status as the seat of many important banks (like the European Central Bank) as well as Germany's and Continental Europe's most important stock exchange, whose movements are followed by analysts and politicians throughout the world. This importance has led to Frankfurt being called "Bankfurt" or "Mainhattan" (a pun on the river Main it sits at). Despite being the biggest and most important city, Frankfurt is not the capital, nor are the historical residences Darmstadt or Kassel with that honor going to Wiesbaden instead, which in turn is just across the river from Mainz, the capital of neighboring [[Rheinland-Pfalz]]. Hesse has a lot of highlands, mostly in the North but also to the East and West. The valley of the Main is the main lowland and also a major center of population with cities like Frankfurt, Wiesbaden or Darmstadt. In the [[North Hesse|North]] Kassel is the most important city, which was one of the first to be connected to Germany's high speed rail network, when a new line was built from Würzburg to Hannover, running mostly North South through Hesse and neighboring Niedersachsen. Owing in part to the airport in Frankfurt (Germany's busiest), the good Autobahn and rail connections, Frankfurt as a financial center and several small and medium-sized world industrial leaders, Hesse is one of the richest regions in Germany, only being beaten on a state level by Hamburg and Bremen in per capita GDP. Unlike the city states, however Hesse also has a relatively low unemployment rate, which of course affects prices with Frankfurt being particularly expensive. Hesse was also a hotbed for political radicalism as early as 1848 when the first attempt at a democratic constitution was made by the revolutionary national assembly that deliberated in St. Paul's church in Frankfurt. Later Frankfurt became a center for leftist radicalism and the so-called ''Sponti-Szene'', a member of which was a certain Joschka Fischer, who would go on to become minister for the environment in Hesse (famously wearing sneakers while being sworn in) and later foreign minister of Germany (1998–2005), both in a coalition government of his green party and the Social Democrats. ===Tourist information === * [https://www.hessen-tourismus.de/en/ Hesse tourism]{{Dead link|date=August 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} website ==Talk== German is the main language in most of the state, although Hessian, the local dialect, is spoken natively by many rural and old people and can sound quite different from standard German. However, since almost all Hessian speakers also speak standard German and most people also speak at least rudimentary English you shouldn't have any problems communicating with them. You can talk English in Hesse without a problem, but it's better when you speak slowly, as many people are not confident about their English and do not want to embarrass themselves with a native speaker. In smaller towns and out in the country, it's more likely that you will encounter old people who cannot speak or understand English. However, as students take English as a second language, you'll find that almost all young people speak English well, albeit possibly with an accent. Even slightly older people usually do have at least some command of English, and in the cities you should not be surprised to find a 60-year-old who speaks English quite well. You may be surprised at how friendly the people can be, as (like most Germans) the Hessians are very friendly and nice when you are friendly too, with the exception of the Odenwald, where there is a tendency to be suspicious of foreigners. You can get some good tips on local events and places to visit from the locals if you take the time to ask. Feel free to try out any German you have—either you'll get what you want, or at the least impress/amuse your victim! ==Get in== ===By plane=== International visitors will arrive mostly at [[Frankfurt Airport]], the second largest airport in Europe and a major hub for the German carrier Lufthansa. Frankfurt's central station is less than 15 minutes away by subway. [[Hahn]], somewhat misleadingly officially called '''"Frankfurt Hahn"''' even though the hamlet is over 100&nbsp;km away from Frankfurt, is a former military airfield being used by "no frills" low budget airlines. Getting from Hahn to Frankfurt takes about 90 minutes by bus (there is no train, the next station is about 9 km away from the airport). ===By train=== Regular and high-speed InterCity (Express) trains connect Hesse to the rest of the nation as well as to various international destinations, such as [[Vienna]], [[Basel]], [[Brussels]] and [[Amsterdam]]. TGV also connect Hesse to French cities like [[Paris]] [[Marseille]] and [[Strasbourg]]. === By car === The A3 and A5, crossing near Frankfurt, provide a fast way into and through Hesse. ==Get around== There are large regional networks of local public transport: * Nordhessischer Verkehrsverbund ([http://www.nvv.de/ NVV]) providing all local public transport in north Hesse including Bebra and Kassel. * Rhein-Main-Verkehrsverbund ([http://www.rmv.de/en/ RMV]{{Dead link|date=October 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}), providing all public transport in Frankfurt, Darmstadt, Hanau, Wiesbaden and the surrounding area. *The [http://www.vrn.de VRN] (Verkehrsverbund Rhein-Neckar) also provides local public transport in the far south of Hesse around Bensheim. The three VVB offer a wide range of discounted local travel tickets for their own regions, details of which can be found on their own websites, and also cooperate to offer a state-wide ticket: *The [https://www.rmv.de/c/en/fahrkarten/die-richtige-fahrkarte/alle-fahrkarten-im-ueberblick/tageskarten/hessenticket/ "Hessenticket"] {{dead link|December 2020}} is valid for day-long travel (not before 0900 Monday-Friday) on local (RB/RE) trains and on all modes of public transport in the RMV, NVV and VRN areas in Hesse (and also Mainz) for up to 5 people. The 2018 price is €35; unlike most other Ländertickets, the Hessenticket still comes only in the one, full price version: there are no price variations for smaller groups. See this official [https://www.vrn.de/mam/tickets/tarifgebiete/hessenticket.jpg plan] for the full area covered. For travel beyond the borders of Hesse, [http://www.bahn.com German Rail] offer the [http://www.bahn.de/i/view/GBR/en/prices/germany/schoenes-wochenende-ticket.shtml "Schönes-Wochenende-Ticket"]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} [detailed [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/angebot/regio/schoenes_wochenende_ticket.shtml?dbkanal_007=L01_S01_D001_KIN_-ta-NAVIGATION-regionale-angebote-swt_LZ01 link] {{dead link|December 2020}} in German] (2018 price €44 + €6 each for extra travellers, up to €68 for 5 passengers) giving day-long unlimited travel at weekends on local trains and some other local transport nationwide (see this [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/mdb/bahnintern/angebotsberatung/regio/regionale_tickets/2018/mdb_269394_swt_april_2018_geltber.pdf PDF] {{dead link|December 2020}} for full details, in German), and also offer the [http://www.bahn.de/i/view/GBR/en/prices/germany/quer-durchs-land-ticket.shtml "Quer-durchs-Land Ticket" ''(Travel throughout Germany Ticket)'']{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} [detailed [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/angebot/regio/qdl.shtml?dbkanal_007=L01_S01_D001_KIN_-ta-NAVIGATION-regionale-angebote-qdl_LZ01 link] in German] (2018 price €44 + €8 each for extra travellers, up to €76 for 5 passengers) after 0900 Monday-Friday and all day at weekends for nationwide travel on local trains (but not other public transport). Be aware when using a car that Hessen likes to put speed cameras (tall thin cylindrical grey towers) not just on major roads and feeders into towns but also on county roads. ==See== * [[Frankfurt|Frankfurt's]] skyline of high-rises clustered in the city centre is a rare sight in Europe. * [[Wiesbaden]] with Kurhaus (spa house), it is one of the oldest spa towns in Europe with 26 (today: 14) hot springs. * Not necessarily touristy [[Rüdesheim]], but the [[Middle Rhine Valley]] of the river Rhine with its castles and vineyards such as Schloss Vollrads in [[Oestrich-Winkel]]. * [[Eltville#See|Eberbach Abbey]] in the [[Rheingau]], a cistercian monastery where 'The Name of the Rose' was shot * Hessenpark, near [[Bad Homburg]], an open-air museum showcasing half-timbered buildings from the land of Hesse * Also near [[Bad Homburg]], reconstructed [[Roman Empire|Roman]] Fort Saalburg. *{{see | name=Kloster Lorsch | url=http://www.kloster-lorsch.de/ | email= | address=[[Lorsch]] | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=World Heritage UNESCO }} *{{see | name=Oberes Mittelrheintal | alt= | url=https://www.welterbe-mittelrheintal.de/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-10-27 | content=World Heritage UNESCO ([[Middle Rhine Valley]]) }} *{{see | name=Limes | url=http://www.deutsche-limeskommission.de/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=World Heritage UNESCO }} *{{see | name=Grube Messel | url=http://www.grube-messel.de/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=just outside [[Darmstadt]] | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=World Heritage UNESCO }} *The "Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe" in Kassel is a major sight. ==Do== * Shopping, museums, opera, theater and ballet options abound in [[Frankfurt]]. Hesse has much nature, and is good for [[outdoor life]]. * Take a boat trip on the rivers Main and Rhine. * Go canoeing on the Lahn river. * Do some [[hiking]] up the Feldberg/[[Taunus]] or in the Spessart woods. * The [[Rheinsteig]] walking trail passes through the [[Rheingau]] and the [[Middle Rhine Valley]]. ===Itineraries=== * [[Bergstraße]] - Route with vineyards and several attractive towns between [[Darmstadt]] and [[Heidelberg]]. ==Eat== * A vegetarian option for the daring is ''Handkäs mit Musik'', literally: hand cheese with music, a traditional dish where dry, round, low-fat cheese is marinated in oil with caraway and raw onions (hence the "music"). * Another Hesse specialty is ''Rippchen mit Kraut'', cooked pork chops with loads of Sauerkraut. * Not to mention the original ''Frankfurter Würstchen'', which are essentially the same as ''Wiener''. * For pastries, try the ''Frankfurter Kranz'' (Frankfurt Wreath). ==Drink== Local specialities include wine from grapes, especially white grapes, and from apples (a kind of cider). This apple wine (''Ebbelwei'' or ''Ebbelwoi'') may be enjoyed straight ''(pur)'' or mixed ''(gespritzt)''. The latter versions distinguish between "sweet" and "sour", i.e. mixed with either some citrus soda ''(Süßg'spritzter)'' or sparkling mineral water ''(Sauerg'spritzter)''. ==Sleep== Across the state and the country is a dense network of Youth Hostels (membership required). ==Connect== === Internet cafes === Good luck if you're out of the major cities like Frankfurt or Wiesbaden. === Telephone === Public telephones are rare in many areas, and to complicate matters there was a transition from coins to rechargeable/disposable cards a few years before mobile phones made public telephones mostly obsolete. You can buy public telephone cards at the Post or some shops. If you have a mobile phone that takes SIM cards, consider buying a disposable SIM at a mobile phone shop. In the case of an emergency, most people would let you use their mobile phone. === Accidents === The number for the Police (''Polizei'') is 110, and for the fire department (''Feuerwehr'') and ambulance service 112. They can often speak some English. ==Go next== As a very central state of Germany – and the site of its biggest airport – this is a good starting point to explore the rest of the country. {| | |align=center|[[Lower Saxony]] | |- align=center |[[North Rhine-Westphalia]] | |[[Thuringia]] |- align=center | |[[File:Compass card.svg|50px]] | |- align=center |[[Rhineland-Palatinate]] | |[[Bavaria]] |- align=center | |[[Baden-Württemberg]] | |} {{usableregion}} {{geo|50.666|8.591|zoom=8|layer=ODB}} {{isPartOf|Germany}} ia0r6tdeaikenphagypc9kuem7fu7yk 0 15512 5328336 5317983 2026-08-14T15:17:02Z Juustila 2288234 /* Get in */ 5328336 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''[http://www.imatra.fi Imatra]''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''[https://visitruokolahti.fi/en Ruokolahti]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border and you can cross the border at [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km from Imatra. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} pfi4464g98xvms4yqi1i0of5iyix8xf 5328343 5328336 2026-08-14T15:30:31Z Juustila 2288234 /* Do */ 5328343 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''[http://www.imatra.fi Imatra]''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''[https://visitruokolahti.fi/en Ruokolahti]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border and you can cross the border at [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km from Imatra. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa that has even been featured in ''[https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3?msockid=27dec784aadb6f531d9fd392abf36e35&gsid=c4b801b7-519b-48bc-a972-45a3370e0792 The Times]'' as the one of coolcation destination referred to as the "Saimaa Riviera". }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} pdqbfwzxthbx82ucwh3q3c8rkmkp7sv 5328351 5328343 2026-08-14T15:40:02Z Juustila 2288234 /* See */ 5328351 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''[http://www.imatra.fi Imatra]''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''[https://visitruokolahti.fi/en Ruokolahti]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border and you can cross the border at [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km from Imatra. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa that has even been featured in ''[https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3?msockid=27dec784aadb6f531d9fd392abf36e35&gsid=c4b801b7-519b-48bc-a972-45a3370e0792 The Times]'' as the one of coolcation destination referred to as the "Saimaa Riviera". }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} kdybpjflvpizvkjsbypba557l0rr0e3 5328359 5328351 2026-08-14T15:49:19Z Juustila 2288234 /* See */ 5328359 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''[http://www.imatra.fi Imatra]''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''[https://visitruokolahti.fi/en Ruokolahti]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border and you can cross the border at [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km from Imatra. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa that has even been featured in ''[https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3?msockid=27dec784aadb6f531d9fd392abf36e35&gsid=c4b801b7-519b-48bc-a972-45a3370e0792 The Times]'' as the one of coolcation destination referred to as the "Saimaa Riviera". }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} 9minhwhwaei4ygkcdinj9ehatem6f24 5328411 5328359 2026-08-14T17:00:50Z LPfi 79572 /* Do */ removed URL suffix; shorter descrption 5328411 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''[http://www.imatra.fi Imatra]''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''[https://visitruokolahti.fi/en Ruokolahti]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border and you can cross the border at [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km from Imatra. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa ''[https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in The Times]'' with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} 8ftfk7mmqhn4ipnhio60zc6uhd4ilx3 5328414 5328411 2026-08-14T17:02:23Z LPfi 79572 /* Do */ 5328414 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''[http://www.imatra.fi Imatra]''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''[https://visitruokolahti.fi/en Ruokolahti]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border and you can cross the border at [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km from Imatra. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa [https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in ''The Times''] with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} n950olx5gg1tigyfswrpipv4s8yve7y 5328458 5328414 2026-08-14T17:58:47Z LPfi 79572 visitor information to Understand, details; a little on Ruokolahti in Understand; mentioned road numbers and arriving from the north; Russian border closed; a few more Ruokolahti dos 5328458 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Imatra''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''Ruokolahti''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. Ruokolahti markets itself – tongue-in-cheek – as the Lion Parish, as several people claimed to have seen a lion there in the summer of 1992 and the news media, with little else to report, got wild. It has its fair share of beautiful landscapes and some natural and cultural attractions. ==Visitor information== * {{listing | name=Imatra | alt= | url=https://www.imatra.fi | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 14 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-617-111 (exchange) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Municipal office. }} * {{listing | name=Visit Ruokolahti | alt= | url=https://visitruokolahti.fi/fi | email= | address=Virastotie 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 5 26911 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes, the most straight-forward of which is to drive along highway 7 ([[E18]]) to Koskenkylä of Loviisa, from where highway 6 leads to Imatra. Highway 62 comes in from [[Puumala]] in the north-west, through Ruokolahti. Regional road 438 from [[Sulkava]] in the north merges with highway 62 in the countryside of Ruokolahti. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border; highway 62 leads from Imatra towards [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km away – but the border is closed as of 2026. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Cross-country skiing | alt= | url=https://ladulle.fi/ladut/ruokolahti | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Ruokolahti has some 165 km of maintained cross-country tracks, of which 16 km have lights. They are spread out over a dozen or so locations. }} * {{do | name=Freeski | alt= | url=https://freeski.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Ruokolahti | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Downhill skiing and downhill biking. }} * {{do | name=Hiking | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=There are several hiking trails in Ruokolahti, with the option of overnighting in a lean-to or in your tent. }} * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa [https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in ''The Times''] with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} pq5rugdudfzpgt6osxtjjtdvs1ahh0a 5328459 5328458 2026-08-14T18:00:36Z LPfi 79572 /* By car */ 5328459 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Imatra''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''Ruokolahti''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. Ruokolahti markets itself – tongue-in-cheek – as the Lion Parish, as several people claimed to have seen a lion there in the summer of 1992 and the news media, with little else to report, got wild. It has its fair share of beautiful landscapes and some natural and cultural attractions. ==Visitor information== * {{listing | name=Imatra | alt= | url=https://www.imatra.fi | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 14 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-617-111 (exchange) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Municipal office. }} * {{listing | name=Visit Ruokolahti | alt= | url=https://visitruokolahti.fi/fi | email= | address=Virastotie 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 5 26911 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes, the most straight-forward of which is to drive along highway 7 ([[E18]]) to Koskenkylä of Loviisa, from where highway 6 leads to Imatra. Highway 62 comes in from [[Puumala]] in the north-west, through Ruokolahti. Regional road 438 from [[Sulkava]] in the north merges into highway 62 in the countryside of Ruokolahti. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border; highway 62 leads from Imatra towards [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km away – but the border is closed as of 2026. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Cross-country skiing | alt= | url=https://ladulle.fi/ladut/ruokolahti | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Ruokolahti has some 165 km of maintained cross-country tracks, of which 16 km have lights. They are spread out over a dozen or so locations. }} * {{do | name=Freeski | alt= | url=https://freeski.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Ruokolahti | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Downhill skiing and downhill biking. }} * {{do | name=Hiking | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=There are several hiking trails in Ruokolahti, with the option of overnighting in a lean-to or in your tent. }} * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa [https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in ''The Times''] with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} e7kczweu0d5vchaipyzbceupcmrb05y 5328464 5328459 2026-08-14T18:07:17Z LPfi 79572 /* Do */ downhill price 5328464 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Imatra''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''Ruokolahti''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. Ruokolahti markets itself – tongue-in-cheek – as the Lion Parish, as several people claimed to have seen a lion there in the summer of 1992 and the news media, with little else to report, got wild. It has its fair share of beautiful landscapes and some natural and cultural attractions. ==Visitor information== * {{listing | name=Imatra | alt= | url=https://www.imatra.fi | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 14 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-617-111 (exchange) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Municipal office. }} * {{listing | name=Visit Ruokolahti | alt= | url=https://visitruokolahti.fi/fi | email= | address=Virastotie 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 5 26911 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes, the most straight-forward of which is to drive along highway 7 ([[E18]]) to Koskenkylä of Loviisa, from where highway 6 leads to Imatra. Highway 62 comes in from [[Puumala]] in the north-west, through Ruokolahti. Regional road 438 from [[Sulkava]] in the north merges into highway 62 in the countryside of Ruokolahti. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border; highway 62 leads from Imatra towards [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km away – but the border is closed as of 2026. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Cross-country skiing | alt= | url=https://ladulle.fi/ladut/ruokolahti | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Ruokolahti has some 165 km of maintained cross-country tracks, of which 16 km have lights. They are spread out over a dozen or so locations. }} * {{do | name=Freeski | alt= | url=https://freeski.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Ruokolahti | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=2 hr €21/18/12, equipment €14; 1 day €27/24/20, €22 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Downhill skiing and downhill biking. }} * {{do | name=Hiking | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=There are several hiking trails in Ruokolahti, with the option of overnighting in a lean-to or in your tent. }} * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa [https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in ''The Times''] with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} 6ajve3w8nhoh5y7ngtbttj5cpp1by40 5328467 5328464 2026-08-14T18:08:22Z LPfi 79572 /* Do */ 5328467 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Imatra''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''Ruokolahti''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. Ruokolahti markets itself – tongue-in-cheek – as the Lion Parish, as several people claimed to have seen a lion there in the summer of 1992 and the news media, with little else to report, got wild. It has its fair share of beautiful landscapes and some natural and cultural attractions. ==Visitor information== * {{listing | name=Imatra | alt= | url=https://www.imatra.fi | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 14 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-617-111 (exchange) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Municipal office. }} * {{listing | name=Visit Ruokolahti | alt= | url=https://visitruokolahti.fi/fi | email= | address=Virastotie 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 5 26911 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes, the most straight-forward of which is to drive along highway 7 ([[E18]]) to Koskenkylä of Loviisa, from where highway 6 leads to Imatra. Highway 62 comes in from [[Puumala]] in the north-west, through Ruokolahti. Regional road 438 from [[Sulkava]] in the north merges into highway 62 in the countryside of Ruokolahti. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border; highway 62 leads from Imatra towards [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km away – but the border is closed as of 2026. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Cross-country skiing | alt= | url=https://ladulle.fi/ladut/ruokolahti | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Ruokolahti has some 165 km of maintained cross-country tracks, of which 16 km have lights. They are spread out over a dozen or so locations. }} * {{do | name=Freeski | alt= | url=https://freeski.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Ruokolahti | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=2 hr €21/18/12 (+€5?), equipment €14; 1 day €27/24/20 (+€5?), €22 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Downhill skiing and downhill biking. }} * {{do | name=Hiking | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=There are several hiking trails in Ruokolahti, with the option of overnighting in a lean-to or in your tent. }} * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa [https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in ''The Times''] with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} gzqa1jdm8blwsrd6gmq4nypchlb0vgy 5328470 5328467 2026-08-14T18:12:00Z LPfi 79572 /* Do */ Freeski details 5328470 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Imatra''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''Ruokolahti''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. Ruokolahti markets itself – tongue-in-cheek – as the Lion Parish, as several people claimed to have seen a lion there in the summer of 1992 and the news media, with little else to report, got wild. It has its fair share of beautiful landscapes and some natural and cultural attractions. ==Visitor information== * {{listing | name=Imatra | alt= | url=https://www.imatra.fi | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 14 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-617-111 (exchange) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Municipal office. }} * {{listing | name=Visit Ruokolahti | alt= | url=https://visitruokolahti.fi/fi | email= | address=Virastotie 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 5 26911 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2024-02-17}} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes, the most straight-forward of which is to drive along highway 7 ([[E18]]) to Koskenkylä of Loviisa, from where highway 6 leads to Imatra. Highway 62 comes in from [[Puumala]] in the north-west, through Ruokolahti. Regional road 438 from [[Sulkava]] in the north merges into highway 62 in the countryside of Ruokolahti. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border; highway 62 leads from Imatra towards [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km away – but the border is closed as of 2026. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Cross-country skiing | alt= | url=https://ladulle.fi/ladut/ruokolahti | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Ruokolahti has some 165 km of maintained cross-country tracks, of which 16 km have lights. They are spread out over a dozen or so locations. }} * {{do | name=Freeski | alt= | url=https://freeski.fi | email=info@freeski.fi | address=Lomatie 16 | lat=61.2922 | long=28.7897 | directions=Ruokolahti | phone=+358 400-889-851 | tollfree= | hours= | price=2 hr €21/18/12 (+€5?), equipment €14; 1 day €27/24/20 (+€5?), €22 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Downhill skiing and downhill biking. }} * {{do | name=Hiking | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=There are several hiking trails in Ruokolahti, with the option of overnighting in a lean-to or in your tent. }} * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa [https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in ''The Times''] with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} hhtljvsy721tu9ms8523m595h6ztira 5328471 5328470 2026-08-14T18:13:22Z LPfi 79572 /* Get in */ cautionbox timestamp 5328471 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Imatra''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''Ruokolahti''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. Ruokolahti markets itself – tongue-in-cheek – as the Lion Parish, as several people claimed to have seen a lion there in the summer of 1992 and the news media, with little else to report, got wild. It has its fair share of beautiful landscapes and some natural and cultural attractions. ==Visitor information== * {{listing | name=Imatra | alt= | url=https://www.imatra.fi | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 14 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-617-111 (exchange) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Municipal office. }} * {{listing | name=Visit Ruokolahti | alt= | url=https://visitruokolahti.fi/fi | email= | address=Virastotie 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 5 26911 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2026-08-14 }} {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes, the most straight-forward of which is to drive along highway 7 ([[E18]]) to Koskenkylä of Loviisa, from where highway 6 leads to Imatra. Highway 62 comes in from [[Puumala]] in the north-west, through Ruokolahti. Regional road 438 from [[Sulkava]] in the north merges into highway 62 in the countryside of Ruokolahti. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border; highway 62 leads from Imatra towards [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km away – but the border is closed as of 2026. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== The centre can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Cross-country skiing | alt= | url=https://ladulle.fi/ladut/ruokolahti | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Ruokolahti has some 165 km of maintained cross-country tracks, of which 16 km have lights. They are spread out over a dozen or so locations. }} * {{do | name=Freeski | alt= | url=https://freeski.fi | email=info@freeski.fi | address=Lomatie 16 | lat=61.2922 | long=28.7897 | directions=Ruokolahti | phone=+358 400-889-851 | tollfree= | hours= | price=2 hr €21/18/12 (+€5?), equipment €14; 1 day €27/24/20 (+€5?), €22 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Downhill skiing and downhill biking. }} * {{do | name=Hiking | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=There are several hiking trails in Ruokolahti, with the option of overnighting in a lean-to or in your tent. }} * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa [https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in ''The Times''] with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.1833|28.7667}} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} i11e5a1b3j43d5xzykflsskzn6fkaga 5328480 5328471 2026-08-14T18:36:09Z LPfi 79572 changed [[geo}} params to include Ruokolahti; {{mapframe}} to Get around; one more image 5328480 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Imatra banner Shoreline view over water.jpg|caption=Vuoksi river in Imatra|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Imatra''' (population ca. 30,000) is an industrial town in [[South Karelia]]. It is dominated by Lake [[Saimaa]], the River Vuoksi and the Finnish-Russian border. Imatra’s over 300-year-old history of busy tourism is greatly attributed to the attraction of the spectacular rapids of the river Vuoksi, which have enticed many illustrious personas to visit the area throughout the ages. Visitors have included such people as Russian Empress Catherine II, Alexander Dumas Senior and Richard Wagner. The municipality of '''Ruokolahti''', 10 km to the north towards Puumala is also handled in this article. == Understand == [[File:Valtionhotelli iltavalaistuksessa.jpg|thumb|Imatran Valtiohotelli, the current building from 1903. Tourism in Imatra began with Catherine the Great's visit in 1772.]] [[File:Imatrankoski yolla.jpg|350px|thumbnail|Imatra rapids and the power plant lit up by night]] Imatra's rise to prominence can be traced back to the late 19th century when it attracted Russian aristocrats and wealthy visitors who were drawn to its stunning natural beauty. One of the main attractions for these visitors was the Imatrankoski Rapids, which were considered one of the most impressive natural wonders in the region. To accommodate the influx of tourists, the town built several hotels and other amenities, including the Imatran Valtionhotelli, which was completed in 1903 and quickly became one of the most famous hotels in Finland. The hotel's beautiful architecture and breathtaking views of the rapids made it a popular destination for famous guests like Russian Tsar Nicholas II and Finnish President Urho Kekkonen. However, in the early 20th century, Finland gained independence from Russia, and the flow of Russian tourists to Imatra decreased, leading to a decline in the town's fortunes. Nevertheless, Imatra continued to be a popular destination for domestic tourists and grew and developed in the years that followed. Today, Imatra is well-known for the Imatrankoski Rapids, which are a series of rapids on the Vuoksi River that flow through the town. The rapids attract both tourists and locals, and the area features several viewing platforms and walking trails. However, a hydroelectric dam was built and, since 1929, the rapids flow freely only at regular shows and on special occasions. Apart from natural beauty and historic landmarks, Imatra is also a hub for sports and outdoor activities. The town boasts hiking and biking trails, a golf course, and water sports opportunities, making it an ideal destination for those who love the outdoors. Ruokolahti markets itself – tongue-in-cheek – as the Lion Parish, as several people claimed to have seen a lion there in the summer of 1992 and the news media, with little else to report, got wild. It has its fair share of beautiful landscapes and some natural and cultural attractions. ==Visitor information== * {{listing | name=Imatra | alt= | url=https://www.imatra.fi | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 14 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 20-617-111 (exchange) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Municipal office. }} * {{listing | name=Visit Ruokolahti | alt= | url=https://visitruokolahti.fi/fi | email= | address=Virastotie 3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+358 5 26911 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Get in== {{VisaRestriction|In response to Russia's war in Ukraine, Russians are banned from entering Finland for tourism. All land borders remain closed as of February 2024. |lastedit=2026-08-14 }} ===By car=== Imatra is about 250 km north-east from [[Helsinki]] and the voyage takes about three hours, varying somewhat between routes, the most straight-forward of which is to drive along highway 7 ([[E18]]) to Koskenkylä of Loviisa, from where highway 6 leads to Imatra. Highway 62 comes in from [[Puumala]] in the north-west, through Ruokolahti. Regional road 438 from [[Sulkava]] in the north merges into highway 62 in the countryside of Ruokolahti. The town is near the [[Russia]]n border; highway 62 leads from Imatra towards [[Svetogorsk]] just 7&nbsp;km away – but the border is closed as of 2026. ===By plane=== Scheduled flights to the nearby Lappeenranta Airport ({{IATA|LPP}}) have been on and off at various times, so you may need to check its webpage for the current situation. There is also the historically significant Immola Airfield (ICAO EFIM) in the northern part of the town. Your best bet, though, would be to fly into Helsinki and travel from there by bus or train. ===By train=== [http://www.vr.fi/en Trains] between Helsinki and [[Joensuu]] stop at Imatra. The duration of the trip is about three hours and there are about ten daily departures.<!-- From Russia, it's a bit more complicated; get off at Vainikkala at the Finnish side of the border, take a bus to Lappeenranta and from there by bus or train up to Imatra.--> ===By bus=== Imatra has direct coach connections with Helsinki, Kouvola, Joensuu, [[Mikkeli]] and [[Savonlinna]]. Timetables can be found at [http://www.matkahuolto.fi/en/ Matkahuolto]. Regional bus lines 100 and 101 have frequent traffic between Imatra and Lappeenranta. See [https://www.imatra.fi/asuminen-ja-ymp%C3%A4rist%C3%B6/joukkoliikenne/kaukoliikenne-imatran-ja-lappeenrannan-v%C3%A4lill%C3%A4 timetables]{{Dead link|date=January 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. A minibus route from [[Saint Petersburg]] is provided by [https://www.transgold.ru/marshrutka-v-imatru/ Transgold]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}. ===By boat=== Lake [[Saimaa]] can be reached from sea through the [[Sailing in Finland#Saimaa Canal|Saimaa Canal]]. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} {{mapshape|wikidata=Q211020,Q1009622}} The centres can be covered by foot or bike. The other alternatives are car and taxi. ===By bus=== The city has a small [https://www.imatra.fi/joukkoliikenne public bus network] of six lines, see [https://imatra.ridango.com/en/schedule Ridango]{{Dead link|date=November 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for bus locations and timetables for stops. Google Maps and [http://opas.matka.fi matka.fi]{{Dead link|date=August 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} include local transport in Imatra. ===By bike=== There is a [https://kaakau.fi/imatra/ bike sharing system] using bluetooth and the [[Urban cycling#Donkey Republic|Donkey Republic]] about €1.50/1 hr, €4/5 hr, €12/24 hr. For longer stays becoming a member is cheaper: €9 or €18/month covers all trips of less than 1 hr respectively 12 hr, also in other towns using Donkey Republic – but you need to register as member in the country of your card (available: most countries in western Europe and USA). Customer service {{email|info@kaakau.fi}}, {{phone|+358 44 716 0644}} daily 09:00–21:00. Several towns in south-east Finland use the same system, which is in use also elsewhere in Finland and abroad. ===By taxi=== * Smartphone apps: Valopilkku, 02 Taksi ==See== {{infobox|In poetry|Imatra is even mentioned in the ''Kalevala'', the epic poem of Finland (compiled from oral poetry in 1835):<br> ''"Three, the water-falls in number,''<br> ''Three in number, inland oceans,''<br> ''Three in number, lofty mountains,''<br> ''Shooting to the vault of heaven.''<br> ''Hallapyora's near to Yaemen,''<br> ''Katrakoski in Karyala;''<br> ''Imatra, the falling water,''<br> ''Tumbles, roaring, into Wuoksi"'' }} [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|Kummakivi, a balancing rock in Ruokolahti]] * {{see | name=Imatrankoski Rapids | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1668 | long=28.7718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Jul<!--in 2023, otherwise Jun– -->–Aug W–Su 18:00 | price= | wikidata=Q1418090 | content=These rapids are Finland's first ever tourist attraction. The Russian Empress Catherine the Great and her retinue visited the rapids in 1772. Next to the rapids is Imatran Valtionhotelli, a castle-like hotel. }} * {{see | name=Kruununpuisto Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=61.1672 | long=28.7788 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11873124 | content=The oldest nature park in Finland, occupying the area around the Imatrankoski Rapids, was founded in 1842 by order of Tsar Nicholas I. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi |alt= |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.49355 | long=28.42922 | directions=in Syyspohja, near the border of Puumala | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder is a glacial erratic that lies on a convex bedrock surface with such a small footprint that it almost appears to be moving, but so firmly that it cannot be rocked with human force. }} * {{see | name=Church of the Three Crosses |alt=Kolmen ristin kirkko |url= | email= | address= | lat=61.2366 | long=28.8561 | directions=in Vuoksenniska district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Open: 1 Sep - 31 May daily 10:00-15:00, 1 Jun - 31 Aug daily 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikidata=Q3674365 | content=Designed by Alvar Aalto and part of the [[Aalto Works]] {{UNESCO}}. }} * {{see | name=Ruokolahti Church |alt=Ruokolahden kirkko |url=https://www.ruokolahdenseurakunta.fi/ | email= | address=Ukonsalmentie 5 | lat=61.28444 | long=28.82986 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q686982 | content=A Gothic Revival wooden church from 1854, designed by Ernst Lohrmann. Finnish military sniper Simo Häyhä, known better by his epithet "The White Death," is buried in the graveyard. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Cross-country skiing | alt= | url=https://ladulle.fi/ladut/ruokolahti | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Ruokolahti has some 165 km of maintained cross-country tracks, of which 16 km have lights. They are spread out over a dozen or so locations. }} * {{do | name=Freeski | alt= | url=https://freeski.fi | email=info@freeski.fi | address=Lomatie 16 | lat=61.2922 | long=28.7897 | directions=Ruokolahti | phone=+358 400-889-851 | tollfree= | hours= | price=2 hr €21/18/12 (+€5?), equipment €14; 1 day €27/24/20 (+€5?), €22 | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=Downhill skiing and downhill biking. }} * {{do | name=Hiking | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=There are several hiking trails in Ruokolahti, with the option of overnighting in a lean-to or in your tent. }} * {{do | name=Huuhanranta Beach | alt= | url=https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/huuhanranta-ruokolahti-521402-en | email= | address=Kietäväläntie 257-365 | lat=61.33460 | long=28.40277 | directions=about 30 km from Ruokolahti and about 50 km from Imatra | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=A popular beach on the shores of Lake Saimaa [https://www.thetimes.com/travel/destinations/europe-travel/coolcations-summer-holidays-dc26xsbw3 featured in ''The Times''] with mention of the "Saimaa Riviera" nickname. }} * {{do | name=Imatra Big Band Festival | alt= | url=https://ibbf.fi/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11864748 | content=A big band festival that offers, in addition to different genres of Jazz music, also music from blues to funk and from rock to soul. }} * {{do | name=Imatranajo | url=https://www.imatranajo.fi/content/en/2/10005/Home.html | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22916781 | content=A motorcycle racing competition on the street track, organized by the Imatra Motorcycle Club. }} * {{do | name=Rock to the River | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rock festival. }} ==Buy== You can find all sorts of small shops in the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1706 | long=28.7700|name=Pedestrian area}} (along and next to Koskenparras street). If you prefer shopping malls, head to the {{Marker|type=buy|lat=61.1880 | long=28.7678|name=Mansikkala district}}, where you can find Rajamarket, Lidl, Citymarket and a new (as of December, 2018) Prisma. ==Eat== [[File:Kolmen Ristin kirkko kattoremontin jälkeen 2025 1.JPG|thumb|Church of the Three Crosses]] There is a [https://lounaspori.fi/ravintolat/lounasravintolat/ list] of lunch offers for each day. *{{eat | name=Buttenhoff | url=http://buttenhoff.fi/joomla/index.php?lang=en | email= | address=Koskenparras 4 | lat=61.1707 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 476 1433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 11:00-23:30, Sa 12:00-23:30 | price= | content=100-seat upscale restaurant. Á la Carte menu consists of Finnish, French and Russian dishes. Fair selection of European wines and beers. During lunch hours Buttenhoff has business-lunch selection with salads, soups, main course and coffee included in the same price. During the summer months, if the weather allows, you can also opt for a table outside by the Koskenparras pedestrian street. }} *{{eat | name=Ravintola Xiangfu | url= | email= | address=Tainionkoskentie 10, 55100 | lat=61.1718 | long=28.7738 | directions= | phone=+358 5 436 80 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-25 | content=Chinese restaurant. Fast and cheap lunch offered on weekdays. Beyond lunch hours serves good Chinese style dishes, but prices tend to be a bit high. }} * {{eat | name=Kent Pizza & Steakhouse | alt= | url=http://kentravintola.com | email= | address=Koskenparras 7 |lat=61.1713 | long=28.7690 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€8-20, lunch specials for €10 | lastedit=2015-09-02 | content=Really hungry? This restaurant at the pedestrian zone offers huge pizzas, steak and kebab servings that would feed three. }} * {{eat | name=Patsaan Grilli | alt=Rajapatsaan Grilli | url= | email= | address=Imatrankoskentie 32 |lat=61.1658 | long=28.7963 | directions= | phone=+358 50 528 3081 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu–Su 18:00–23:00 | price= | image=Rajapatsaan grillikioski.JPG | lastedit=2024-06-23 | content=A grill kiosk. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotelli Imatra | url=http://www.hotelimatra.fi {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Kanavakatu 9 | lat=61.1696 | long=28.7847 | directions= | phone=+358 10 666 5700 | tollfree= | fax=+358 10 666 5709 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=This new economy hotel is 500 m from the famous Imatra Rapids and the centre of Imatra. The hotel's motto is: Sleep and save. Very good breakfast, large rooms and sauna. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Kylpylä Spa Hotel | url=http://imatrankylpyla.fi/en | email=myynti@imatrankylpyla.fi | address=Purjekuja 2 | lat=61.2119 | long=28.7254 | directions= | phone=+358 20-710-0500 | tollfree= | fax=+358 20 7100 519 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=The old Spa Hotel and the new Promenade Hotel. Promenade Hotel offers good rooms for families. The spa department named ''Taikametsä'' (literally Magical Forest) has large swimming pools, saunas, whirlpools etc., from time to time with an artificial thunderstorm. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Cumulus Imatra | url=http://www.cumulus.fi/cumulus!/en_GB/ {{dead link|June 2022}} | email=imatra.cumulus@restel.fi | address=Koskenparras 3 | lat=61.1711 | long=28.7708 | directions= | phone=+358 5 627-2200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=68 rooms with TV, minibar, hair dryer and free broadband connection." }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Imatran Valtionhotelli | url=https://www.scandichotels.com/hotels/finland/imatra/scandic-imatran-valtionhotelli | email= | address=Torkkelinkatu 2 | lat=61.1689 | long=28.7710 | directions= | phone=+358 300-308-452 (€0.16/min+ppm) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€200 | checkin= | checkout= | wikidata=Q5403427 | content=The name hides a wealth of history: this castle-like hotel by the Imatrankoski rapids was built in 1903 for Russian nobility, and for several generations of Finns a suite here was ''the'' place to spend your honeymoon. The original name of the hotel was Grand Hotel Cascade d'Imatra. Now privately run, the hotel was reopened in 2005 after extensive renovation. Even if you don't stay overnight it's worth seeing from the outside. If booking a room, mind that the cheaper rooms (and some more expensive ones) are in a modern annex 100 m away. }} ==Go next== * [[Lappeenranta]] – Imatra's bigger cousin with a fortress and better shopping. * [[Punkaharju]] – The ridge bisecting Lake Saimaa is one of the most famous Finnish landscapes. * [[Savonlinna]] – A medieval castle, an opera festival and freshly fried fish. * [[Russia]] – If you have a valid visa (or if you don't need one), [[Svetogorsk]] is close by. {{routebox | image1=Finland road sign F29-6.svg | imagesize1=24 | directionl1=S | minorl1=[[Joutseno]] | majorl1=[[Kouvola]] | directionr1=N | majorr1=[[Kajaani]] | minorr1=[[Rautjärvi]] }} {{geo|61.332|28.770|zoom=10 }} {{IsPartOf|South Karelia}} {{usablecity}} swhz7jpduwgxkxx28wx3ijhk3ztzwup 0 15523 5328462 5239731 2026-08-14T18:03:14Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get in */ Added a Map 5328462 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Imouzzer Ida Ou Tanane''' is a small village 60 km northeast of [[Agadir]]. ==Understand== Imouzzer is a favourite daytrip for locals who come to visit the cascades. ==Get in== The best option is to take a ''grand taxi'' (aka green minibus) from [[Aourir]] (25 dirham, a little more than an hour) that runs every 1-2 hr if there are enough people. To get to Aourir take a bus running north on Mohammed V (31, 32) in the direction of Taghazout or Tamri (there might be more). The trip should cost around 5 dirham. {{mapframe|30.6747|-9.4469|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Cascades d'Immouzer | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=30.6782489 | long=-9.4811856 | directions=about 300 m from the roundabout a foot path starts down to the waterfall | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q58897435 | lastedit=2019-05-02 | content= }} * {{see | name=Paradise Valley | alt=Vallée du Paradis | url= | email= | address= | lat=30.5886565 | long=-9.5252509 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q17013497 | lastedit=2019-05-02 | content=Conveniently located on the way to Imouzzer, but very busy and crowded. 20 dirham from Aourir by grand taxi. }} ==Do== Walking down the road for about half an hour the river turns into a second set of cascades. Just at their top the water carved deep holes in the stone. This is a great place for a little swim. Young locals come here to jump from the top of the rocks. ==Buy== The region is famous for its almond-trees and as such almond products such as Amalou are sold here. It might also be a good place to buy locally produced honey. ==Eat== Down at the river is a café, a restaurant (tajine for 2: ~80 dirham). The hotel (see below) also runs a restaurant. There are more eateries at the crossroads up the mountain, however the road takes about 3½ km to get up there. ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Amalou | alt= | url= | email= | address=Les Cascade d'Imouzzer Tamarout | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+212 670805380 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=double room off-season: 150 dirham (2011) | lastedit=2017-03-20 | content=Run by friendly, helpful and welcoming owner Mohammed just down at the river running from the cascades is a new, calm and well-kept hotel. (Bring earplugs, as a frog concert is starting after sunset and won’t stop until the morning.) Restaurant, swimming pool. }} There is much more accommodation on the road from Aourir including a bunch of Auberges. ==Go next== Get back to [[Aourir]] which is handy to go to [[Taghazout]], [[Tamri]] or [[Agadir]]. {{outlinecity}} {{IsPartOf|South Atlantic Coast (Morocco)}} {{geo|30.679947|-9.482857}} abhdj07ma600of59oz3xkrudyu8c95p 5328465 5328462 2026-08-14T18:07:57Z Mangilobaby 2432955 Added content 5328465 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Imouzzer Ida Ou Tanane''' is a small village 60 km northeast of [[Agadir]]. ==Understand== Imouzzer is a favourite daytrip for locals who come to visit the cascades. Imouzzer is surrounded by rugged mountains, valleys and green oases. The area is particularly popular for its natural scenery and traditional rural way of life. The town is also known for its honey production. Local beekeepers produce different varieties of honey, and the annual honey festival is an important local event. The surrounding area is suitable for visitors interested in hiking, waterfalls, rural landscapes and traditional Moroccan culture. ==Get in== The best option is to take a ''grand taxi'' (aka green minibus) from [[Aourir]] (25 dirham, a little more than an hour) that runs every 1-2 hr if there are enough people. To get to Aourir take a bus running north on Mohammed V (31, 32) in the direction of Taghazout or Tamri (there might be more). The trip should cost around 5 dirham. {{mapframe|30.6747|-9.4469|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Cascades d'Immouzer | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=30.6782489 | long=-9.4811856 | directions=about 300 m from the roundabout a foot path starts down to the waterfall | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q58897435 | lastedit=2019-05-02 | content= }} * {{see | name=Paradise Valley | alt=Vallée du Paradis | url= | email= | address= | lat=30.5886565 | long=-9.5252509 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q17013497 | lastedit=2019-05-02 | content=Conveniently located on the way to Imouzzer, but very busy and crowded. 20 dirham from Aourir by grand taxi. }} ==Do== Walking down the road for about half an hour the river turns into a second set of cascades. Just at their top the water carved deep holes in the stone. This is a great place for a little swim. Young locals come here to jump from the top of the rocks. ==Buy== The region is famous for its almond-trees and as such almond products such as Amalou are sold here. It might also be a good place to buy locally produced honey. ==Eat== Down at the river is a café, a restaurant (tajine for 2: ~80 dirham). The hotel (see below) also runs a restaurant. There are more eateries at the crossroads up the mountain, however the road takes about 3½ km to get up there. ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Amalou | alt= | url= | email= | address=Les Cascade d'Imouzzer Tamarout | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+212 670805380 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=double room off-season: 150 dirham (2011) | lastedit=2017-03-20 | content=Run by friendly, helpful and welcoming owner Mohammed just down at the river running from the cascades is a new, calm and well-kept hotel. (Bring earplugs, as a frog concert is starting after sunset and won’t stop until the morning.) Restaurant, swimming pool. }} There is much more accommodation on the road from Aourir including a bunch of Auberges. ==Go next== Get back to [[Aourir]] which is handy to go to [[Taghazout]], [[Tamri]] or [[Agadir]]. {{outlinecity}} {{IsPartOf|South Atlantic Coast (Morocco)}} {{geo|30.679947|-9.482857}} 035xp1r9iy7oronoxyhpa8bbzk7i6wv 0 16091 5328550 5091502 2026-08-14T22:53:49Z Lazarus1255 2236161 /* Sleep */ Obsolete 5328550 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Jaleswar''' is a small town in the east of India. ==Understand== Jaleswar is a small town in Odisha state, India. It comes under Baleshwar district. ==Get in== Jaleswar is well connected through railway lines and by road with Kolkata and Bhubaneswar. Nearest Airports - Kolkata (around 200 km) and Bhubaneswar (around 275 km). ==Get around== ==See== Chandaneshwara Shiva Temple (Around 35 km) Bhusandeshwara Shiva Temple (Around 30 km, Tallest and Largest Deity of Shiva Linga in Asia) Talseri Beach (Around 35 km) Digha Beach (around 40 km, Comes in West Bengal state) Raibania Durga (Around 12 km) Chandipur Beach (Around 68 km) Krirachora Mandir (Around 60 km) Panchulingeswar (Around 70 km) ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== Sweets like Chenapoda, Rasagulla, Kalajam, Steam ==Drink== ==Sleep== * '''Hotel Subarnarekha''' (1.5 km from rly stn.) ==Connect== ==Go next== {{geo|21.8167|87.2167}} {{IsPartOf|North Coast (Odisha)}} {{outlinecity}} ee99nkgwsm8eyert2q81gvshz027lc8 0 17544 5328715 4963053 2026-08-15T09:36:35Z AlasdairW 1812 /* Buy */ 5328715 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Kilcreggan banner.JPG}} '''Kilcreggan''' is a village in [[Argyll and Bute]], on the tip of the Rosneath peninsula. To the east of the peninsula is Gare Loch, west is Loch Long (both narrow but deep fjords), and south is the Firth of Clyde. So it's somewhat isolated by land, but grew up in the 19th century when Clyde steamers linked it to Glasgow, and city merchants began to establish their summer homes and residences here. In 2021 the population of the Rosneath peninsula was 1320. == Get in == [[File:Painted Rock - geograph.org.uk - 65406.jpg|thumb|300px|Painted Rock]] '''By road''' Kilcreggan is 16 miles from [[Helensburgh]] and 40 miles from [[Glasgow]]. From A82 take A814 through Helensburgh to Garelochhead then down the Rosneath peninsula. [http://www.garelochheadcoaches.co.uk Garelochhead Bus 316] runs M-Sa every two hours from Helensburgh via Rhu, Faslane, Garelochhead, Clynder, Rosneath, Kilcreggan (40 min) and Cove to Coulport navy base. '''By boat''' is the quickest method by public transport. See [[Gourock]] for the foot-passenger ferry across the Clyde, which takes 15 min and sails M-Sa hourly 7AM-6PM. Gourock has trains every 15 minutes from Glasgow Central, taking 40-50 min. {{marker | type=go | name=Kilcreggan ferry pier | lat=55.9847 | long=-4.8204 }} is village centre. The ferry between Kilcreggan and Helensburgh was axed in 2012. The paddle steamer [https://waverleyexcursions.co.uk/ ''Waverley''] occasionally sails to Kilcreggan in summer. The nearest railway station you can reach overland is Garelochhead, which only has 3-4 trains a day on the West Highland Line from Glasgow to Crianlarich, where they divide for Oban or Fort William. [[Helensburgh]] Central has trains from Glasgow Queen Street every 30 minutes. == Get around == {{mapframe | 56.010 | -4.805 | height=500 | width=500 | zoom=12 }} You need your own wheels. == See == * '''Painted rocks:''' there's a tradition of painting the large glacial boulders along the beach, one example being "Tut-Tut" as it spoofed a pharaoh's head. This tradition is over a century old, as "Para Handy" in Neil Munro's tales of the Clyde Puffers once claimed to have painted several. These artworks come and go as wind and waves scour away the paint and other artists see opportunities. So just look out for examples. * {{marker | name=Portkil Battery | type=see | lat=55.9857 | long=-4.8083 }}, reached from Kilcreggan on Fort Road, was an artillery position defending the sea approaches to Clydeside - given its construction 1900-04 it was the French they thought likeliest to attack. The remains are scrappy and are gradually being cleared away for housing. * {{see | name=Linn Botanic Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cove G84 0NR | lat=56.0033 | long=-4.8535 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 84 2084 | tollfree= | hours=Closed | price= | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=Somewhat overgrown garden in Cove on Loch Long, which remains closed. }} == Do == * '''Highland Games''' are held in [[Gourock]] in mid-May. The Rosneath Peninsula event has folded. * '''Cove & Kilcreggan Book Festival''' is held in Cove Burgh Hall two miles west of Kilcreggan. The next is 23-24 Nov 2024. == Buy == * '''Costcutter''' convenience store is in Argyle Buildings facing the ferry pier. It's open M-Sa 7AM-6PM, Su 8AM-5PM. * '''[https://davidsonschemists.co.uk/branches/ Davidsons Chemists]''' pharmacy in the same building is open M-F 9AM-1PM, 2PM-5PM; Sa 9AM-1PM. * '''[https://kilcregganantiques.com Kilcreggan Antiques]''' is open Th-Sa 10AM-4PM, Su 11:00-16:00. * '''Rosneath:''' Co-op Food is open daily 7AM-10PM. == Eat == [[File:Rosneath Castle from the air.jpg | thumb | 300px | Rosneath Castle in its heyday ]] * '''Kilcreggan Café''' next to the ferry pier is open W-Su 9AM-4PM. * '''[https://consolepsp.com/lotus-takeaway Lotus Takeaway]''' is your only sustenance in Rosneath, open daily 4:30-10PM. * '''Harvest Moon Deli''' is a reliable dine-in cafe at Clynder a mile north of Rosneath. It's open F Sa 5-10:30PM. == Drink == * '''Creggans Bar''' by the ferry pier is open daily noon-midnight. * '''Castle Isle''' within Castle Park Caravan Site serves non-residents daily noon-11:30PM. == Sleep == * {{sleep | name=Easter Garth Guest House | alt= | url=https://www.theguesthouse4u.co.uk/ | email= | address=The Clachan, Rosneath G84 0RF | lat=56.0089 | long=-4.8025 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 831007 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £85 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=Pleasant welcoming guest house. }} * {{sleep | name=Rosneath Castle Park | alt= | url=https://www.rosneathcastle.co.uk/ | email= | address=Rosneath G84 0QS | lat=56.0001 | long=-4.7779 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 831208 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double £110 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=Accommodation in static caravans open Apr-Oct, 3 nights minimum, they don't have tourer or camping pitches. Rosneath Castle was rebuilt several times and finally demolished in 1961. }} * {{sleep | name=Knockderry Country House Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.knockderryhouse.co.uk/ | email= | address=Shore Road, Cove G84 0NX | lat=56.0109 | long=-4.8620 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 842283 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £145 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=15-room hotel, built in 1848 and stylishly extended in 1890, scores well for comfort and dining. }} == Connect == As of June 2023, Kilcreggan and the main road down Rosneath Peninsula have patchy 4G from EE, Three and Vodafone, but no signal from O2. You might even get 5G from Three. == Go next == * From [[Gourock]] turn east into Glasgow, or south towards [[Ayr (Scotland) | Ayr]], or take another ferry from Gourock to Dunoon on the Cowal peninsula. * With your own transport, drive north through Garelochhead then south to [[Helensburgh]] or north to [[Loch Lomond]] and the head of Loch Long. {{geo|55.98502|-4.82601}} {{IsPartOf|Argyll and Bute}} {{usablecity}} brvnqaw14qe9zcdal25lyybsdvotla5 5328744 5328715 2026-08-15T11:17:29Z AlasdairW 1812 /* See */ Updated listing for Linn Botanic Gardens 5328744 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Kilcreggan banner.JPG}} '''Kilcreggan''' is a village in [[Argyll and Bute]], on the tip of the Rosneath peninsula. To the east of the peninsula is Gare Loch, west is Loch Long (both narrow but deep fjords), and south is the Firth of Clyde. So it's somewhat isolated by land, but grew up in the 19th century when Clyde steamers linked it to Glasgow, and city merchants began to establish their summer homes and residences here. In 2021 the population of the Rosneath peninsula was 1320. == Get in == [[File:Painted Rock - geograph.org.uk - 65406.jpg|thumb|300px|Painted Rock]] '''By road''' Kilcreggan is 16 miles from [[Helensburgh]] and 40 miles from [[Glasgow]]. From A82 take A814 through Helensburgh to Garelochhead then down the Rosneath peninsula. [http://www.garelochheadcoaches.co.uk Garelochhead Bus 316] runs M-Sa every two hours from Helensburgh via Rhu, Faslane, Garelochhead, Clynder, Rosneath, Kilcreggan (40 min) and Cove to Coulport navy base. '''By boat''' is the quickest method by public transport. See [[Gourock]] for the foot-passenger ferry across the Clyde, which takes 15 min and sails M-Sa hourly 7AM-6PM. Gourock has trains every 15 minutes from Glasgow Central, taking 40-50 min. {{marker | type=go | name=Kilcreggan ferry pier | lat=55.9847 | long=-4.8204 }} is village centre. The ferry between Kilcreggan and Helensburgh was axed in 2012. The paddle steamer [https://waverleyexcursions.co.uk/ ''Waverley''] occasionally sails to Kilcreggan in summer. The nearest railway station you can reach overland is Garelochhead, which only has 3-4 trains a day on the West Highland Line from Glasgow to Crianlarich, where they divide for Oban or Fort William. [[Helensburgh]] Central has trains from Glasgow Queen Street every 30 minutes. == Get around == {{mapframe | 56.010 | -4.805 | height=500 | width=500 | zoom=12 }} You need your own wheels. == See == * '''Painted rocks:''' there's a tradition of painting the large glacial boulders along the beach, one example being "Tut-Tut" as it spoofed a pharaoh's head. This tradition is over a century old, as "Para Handy" in Neil Munro's tales of the Clyde Puffers once claimed to have painted several. These artworks come and go as wind and waves scour away the paint and other artists see opportunities. So just look out for examples. * {{marker | name=Portkil Battery | type=see | lat=55.9857 | long=-4.8083 }}, reached from Kilcreggan on Fort Road, was an artillery position defending the sea approaches to Clydeside - given its construction 1900-04 it was the French they thought likeliest to attack. The remains are scrappy and are gradually being cleared away for housing. * {{see | name=Linn Botanic Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cove G84 0NR | lat=56.0033 | long=-4.8535 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Closed | price= | wikidata=Q108757380 | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Somewhat overgrown garden in Cove on Loch Long, which remains closed. Very occasional openings for the [https://scotlandsgardens.org/ Scotland Gardens Scheme] which need to be booked in advance. }} == Do == * '''Highland Games''' are held in [[Gourock]] in mid-May. The Rosneath Peninsula event has folded. * '''Cove & Kilcreggan Book Festival''' is held in Cove Burgh Hall two miles west of Kilcreggan. The next is 23-24 Nov 2024. == Buy == * '''Costcutter''' convenience store is in Argyle Buildings facing the ferry pier. It's open M-Sa 7AM-6PM, Su 8AM-5PM. * '''[https://davidsonschemists.co.uk/branches/ Davidsons Chemists]''' pharmacy in the same building is open M-F 9AM-1PM, 2PM-5PM; Sa 9AM-1PM. * '''[https://kilcregganantiques.com Kilcreggan Antiques]''' is open Th-Sa 10AM-4PM, Su 11:00-16:00. * '''Rosneath:''' Co-op Food is open daily 7AM-10PM. == Eat == [[File:Rosneath Castle from the air.jpg | thumb | 300px | Rosneath Castle in its heyday ]] * '''Kilcreggan Café''' next to the ferry pier is open W-Su 9AM-4PM. * '''[https://consolepsp.com/lotus-takeaway Lotus Takeaway]''' is your only sustenance in Rosneath, open daily 4:30-10PM. * '''Harvest Moon Deli''' is a reliable dine-in cafe at Clynder a mile north of Rosneath. It's open F Sa 5-10:30PM. == Drink == * '''Creggans Bar''' by the ferry pier is open daily noon-midnight. * '''Castle Isle''' within Castle Park Caravan Site serves non-residents daily noon-11:30PM. == Sleep == * {{sleep | name=Easter Garth Guest House | alt= | url=https://www.theguesthouse4u.co.uk/ | email= | address=The Clachan, Rosneath G84 0RF | lat=56.0089 | long=-4.8025 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 831007 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £85 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=Pleasant welcoming guest house. }} * {{sleep | name=Rosneath Castle Park | alt= | url=https://www.rosneathcastle.co.uk/ | email= | address=Rosneath G84 0QS | lat=56.0001 | long=-4.7779 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 831208 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double £110 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=Accommodation in static caravans open Apr-Oct, 3 nights minimum, they don't have tourer or camping pitches. Rosneath Castle was rebuilt several times and finally demolished in 1961. }} * {{sleep | name=Knockderry Country House Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.knockderryhouse.co.uk/ | email= | address=Shore Road, Cove G84 0NX | lat=56.0109 | long=-4.8620 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 842283 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £145 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=15-room hotel, built in 1848 and stylishly extended in 1890, scores well for comfort and dining. }} == Connect == As of June 2023, Kilcreggan and the main road down Rosneath Peninsula have patchy 4G from EE, Three and Vodafone, but no signal from O2. You might even get 5G from Three. == Go next == * From [[Gourock]] turn east into Glasgow, or south towards [[Ayr (Scotland) | Ayr]], or take another ferry from Gourock to Dunoon on the Cowal peninsula. * With your own transport, drive north through Garelochhead then south to [[Helensburgh]] or north to [[Loch Lomond]] and the head of Loch Long. {{geo|55.98502|-4.82601}} {{IsPartOf|Argyll and Bute}} {{usablecity}} nwq1ttwjttaak5kh5kapfjy5kg4chg9 5328745 5328744 2026-08-15T11:19:23Z AlasdairW 1812 /* Do */ 5328745 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Kilcreggan banner.JPG}} '''Kilcreggan''' is a village in [[Argyll and Bute]], on the tip of the Rosneath peninsula. To the east of the peninsula is Gare Loch, west is Loch Long (both narrow but deep fjords), and south is the Firth of Clyde. So it's somewhat isolated by land, but grew up in the 19th century when Clyde steamers linked it to Glasgow, and city merchants began to establish their summer homes and residences here. In 2021 the population of the Rosneath peninsula was 1320. == Get in == [[File:Painted Rock - geograph.org.uk - 65406.jpg|thumb|300px|Painted Rock]] '''By road''' Kilcreggan is 16 miles from [[Helensburgh]] and 40 miles from [[Glasgow]]. From A82 take A814 through Helensburgh to Garelochhead then down the Rosneath peninsula. [http://www.garelochheadcoaches.co.uk Garelochhead Bus 316] runs M-Sa every two hours from Helensburgh via Rhu, Faslane, Garelochhead, Clynder, Rosneath, Kilcreggan (40 min) and Cove to Coulport navy base. '''By boat''' is the quickest method by public transport. See [[Gourock]] for the foot-passenger ferry across the Clyde, which takes 15 min and sails M-Sa hourly 7AM-6PM. Gourock has trains every 15 minutes from Glasgow Central, taking 40-50 min. {{marker | type=go | name=Kilcreggan ferry pier | lat=55.9847 | long=-4.8204 }} is village centre. The ferry between Kilcreggan and Helensburgh was axed in 2012. The paddle steamer [https://waverleyexcursions.co.uk/ ''Waverley''] occasionally sails to Kilcreggan in summer. The nearest railway station you can reach overland is Garelochhead, which only has 3-4 trains a day on the West Highland Line from Glasgow to Crianlarich, where they divide for Oban or Fort William. [[Helensburgh]] Central has trains from Glasgow Queen Street every 30 minutes. == Get around == {{mapframe | 56.010 | -4.805 | height=500 | width=500 | zoom=12 }} You need your own wheels. == See == * '''Painted rocks:''' there's a tradition of painting the large glacial boulders along the beach, one example being "Tut-Tut" as it spoofed a pharaoh's head. This tradition is over a century old, as "Para Handy" in Neil Munro's tales of the Clyde Puffers once claimed to have painted several. These artworks come and go as wind and waves scour away the paint and other artists see opportunities. So just look out for examples. * {{marker | name=Portkil Battery | type=see | lat=55.9857 | long=-4.8083 }}, reached from Kilcreggan on Fort Road, was an artillery position defending the sea approaches to Clydeside - given its construction 1900-04 it was the French they thought likeliest to attack. The remains are scrappy and are gradually being cleared away for housing. * {{see | name=Linn Botanic Gardens | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cove G84 0NR | lat=56.0033 | long=-4.8535 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Closed | price= | wikidata=Q108757380 | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Somewhat overgrown garden in Cove on Loch Long, which remains closed. Very occasional openings for the [https://scotlandsgardens.org/ Scotland Gardens Scheme] which need to be booked in advance. }} == Do == * '''Highland Games''' are held in [[Gourock]] in mid-May. The Rosneath Peninsula event has folded. * '''Cove & Kilcreggan Book Festival''' is held in Cove Burgh Hall two miles west of Kilcreggan, usually on the last weekend in November. == Buy == * '''Costcutter''' convenience store is in Argyle Buildings facing the ferry pier. It's open M-Sa 7AM-6PM, Su 8AM-5PM. * '''[https://davidsonschemists.co.uk/branches/ Davidsons Chemists]''' pharmacy in the same building is open M-F 9AM-1PM, 2PM-5PM; Sa 9AM-1PM. * '''[https://kilcregganantiques.com Kilcreggan Antiques]''' is open Th-Sa 10AM-4PM, Su 11:00-16:00. * '''Rosneath:''' Co-op Food is open daily 7AM-10PM. == Eat == [[File:Rosneath Castle from the air.jpg | thumb | 300px | Rosneath Castle in its heyday ]] * '''Kilcreggan Café''' next to the ferry pier is open W-Su 9AM-4PM. * '''[https://consolepsp.com/lotus-takeaway Lotus Takeaway]''' is your only sustenance in Rosneath, open daily 4:30-10PM. * '''Harvest Moon Deli''' is a reliable dine-in cafe at Clynder a mile north of Rosneath. It's open F Sa 5-10:30PM. == Drink == * '''Creggans Bar''' by the ferry pier is open daily noon-midnight. * '''Castle Isle''' within Castle Park Caravan Site serves non-residents daily noon-11:30PM. == Sleep == * {{sleep | name=Easter Garth Guest House | alt= | url=https://www.theguesthouse4u.co.uk/ | email= | address=The Clachan, Rosneath G84 0RF | lat=56.0089 | long=-4.8025 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 831007 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £85 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=Pleasant welcoming guest house. }} * {{sleep | name=Rosneath Castle Park | alt= | url=https://www.rosneathcastle.co.uk/ | email= | address=Rosneath G84 0QS | lat=56.0001 | long=-4.7779 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 831208 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double £110 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=Accommodation in static caravans open Apr-Oct, 3 nights minimum, they don't have tourer or camping pitches. Rosneath Castle was rebuilt several times and finally demolished in 1961. }} * {{sleep | name=Knockderry Country House Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.knockderryhouse.co.uk/ | email= | address=Shore Road, Cove G84 0NX | lat=56.0109 | long=-4.8620 | directions= | phone=+44 1436 842283 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £145 | lastedit=2023-07-13 | content=15-room hotel, built in 1848 and stylishly extended in 1890, scores well for comfort and dining. }} == Connect == As of June 2023, Kilcreggan and the main road down Rosneath Peninsula have patchy 4G from EE, Three and Vodafone, but no signal from O2. You might even get 5G from Three. == Go next == * From [[Gourock]] turn east into Glasgow, or south towards [[Ayr (Scotland) | Ayr]], or take another ferry from Gourock to Dunoon on the Cowal peninsula. * With your own transport, drive north through Garelochhead then south to [[Helensburgh]] or north to [[Loch Lomond]] and the head of Loch Long. {{geo|55.98502|-4.82601}} {{IsPartOf|Argyll and Bute}} {{usablecity}} 9q2qhjd0n9wz31e4nimk0fufbi00pyn 0 17962 5328646 5305298 2026-08-15T06:54:58Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328646 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|BBDBag Pano-2.jpg|unesco_ich=yes|caption=BBD Bagh}} {{printDistricts}} {{confused|[[Kozhikode]], formerly '''Calicut''', a city in [[Kerala]] (Keralam)}} [[File:Victoria Memorial By Saprativa.jpg|thumb|upright=1.05|The Victoria Memorial]] '''Kolkata''' ([[Bengali phrasebook|Bengali]]: কলকাতা ''Kolkātā'', [[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]: कोलकाता ''Kolkātā''), the capital of [[West Bengal]], is one of the largest in [[India]], with a metro population of over 22.5 million (2025). Once called '''Calcutta''' in colonial times and is still fondly called as such, the city once served as the capital of the [[British Raj]] till 1911. It is an "in your face" city that shocks and charms the unsuspecting visitor. Long known as the cultural capital of India and home to the Bengali Renaissance, the "City of Joy" (the sobriquet became more famous after the publication of a novel of the same name) continues to spawn generations of poets, writers, film directors and Nobel Prize winners. If your trip only allows for a visit to one or two of India's metropolitan cities, then definitely consider placing Kolkata on your itinerary. It is arguably one of the most socially, culturally and politically progressive cities in India. Love it or hate it, you definitely won't forget the "City of Joy". ==Districts== {{Mapframe|22.556|88.355|width=450|height=450|zoom=12}} {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Kolkata.map}}<!-- districts --> {{mapshapes|Q1048849}}<!-- metro --> {{Regionlist | region1name=[[Kolkata/BBD Bagh|BBD Bagh]] | region1color=#d5dc76 | region1items=GPO, High Court, Lal Dighi, Lok Bhavan, Netaji Subhas Road, Old Court House Street, Writers' Building | region1description=The colonial district is still the city's central administrative district, with one of the best remnants of British colonial architecture in the world. | region2name=[[Kolkata/Esplanade|Esplanade]] | region2color=#4f93c0 | region2items=Chowringhee, Entally, Esplanade Row East, Free School Street, Lenin Sarani, New Market, Park Street, Shakespeare Sarani, Sudder Street, Taltala | region2description=The modern heart of Kolkata, and the city's central business district. | region3name=[[Kolkata/Maidan|Maidan]] | region3color=#71b37b | region3items=Hooghly Riverfront, Indira Gandhi Sarani, Strand Road, Victoria Memorial, Vijay Durg | region3description=A {{ha|400}} urban space with numerous festivals, sports, rallies and protests. | region4name=[[Kolkata/South|South Kolkata]] | region4color=#ac5c91 | region4items=Alipore, Ballygunge, Bhowanipore, Chetla, Gariahat, Park Circus, Rabindra Sarobar, Rash Behari | region4description=The posh and new part of the city. | region5name=[[Kolkata/Southern Suburbs|Southern Suburbs]] | region5color=#578e86 | region5items=Behala, Dhakuria, Garden Reach, Garia, Jadavpur, Joka, Kidderpore, New Alipore, Pailan, Patuli, Taratala, Tollygunge | region5description=The rapidly mushrooming localities to the south of the city. This is a relatively newer part of the city where a lot of expansion is going on. | region6name=[[Kolkata/North|North Kolkata]] | region6color=#d09440 | region6items=Bagbazar, Bowbazar, Burrabazar, Chandni Chowk, College Street, Hatibagan, Jorasanko, Kumartuli, Maniktala, Rabindra Sarani, Shyambazar, Sovabazar | region6description=The older area of the city, a fascinating district dominated by narrow little lanes and hundreds of century-old buildings. North Kolkata was known as Black Town during the British period as it was home to the native population. | region7name=[[Kolkata/Northern Suburbs|Northern Suburbs]] | region7color=#8a84a3 | region7items=Baguiati, Baranagar, Belgachia, Birati, Chitpur, Cossipore, Dakshineswar, Dum Dum, Lake Town, Nagerbazar, Sinthee, VIP Road | region7description=The large industrial area to the north of the city with a number of factories, including jute, paper, cotton, ordnance and chemicals. Also a major transport hub in the city where air travel and rapid transit converge. | region8name=[[Kolkata/East|East Kolkata]] | region8color=#d56d76 | region8items=Anandapur, Bantala, Beleghata, Chinar Park, EM Bypass, Kasba, Mukundapur, New Town, Salt Lake, Santoshpur, Tangra, Ultadanga | region8description=Rapidly developing, especially the IT and finance sectors. Home to many shopping malls, five-star hotels, theme parks, posh housing estates and technology parks. }} == Understand== [[File:LL-Q9610 (ben)-Titodutta-কলকাতা.wav|right]] [[File:Kolkata in West Bengal (India).svg|thumb|upright=0.8|Location of Kolkata in West Bengal]] Kolkata ([[Bengali]]: ''KOHL-kah-tah'') is the main business, commercial and financial hub of eastern India. Spread along the eastern banks of the Hooghly River, Kolkata was once the administrative centre of the [[British Raj]], governing a vast region that stretched from [[Pakistan]] to [[Myanmar|Burma]] (Myanmar) and the "second city of the [[British Empire]] after [[London]]". ===Name=== The name "Kolkata" is derived from ''Kolikātā'' (কলিকাতা), the name of one of the three villages in the area before the arrival of the British. There has been much debate regarding the origin of the name. Some say the name derives from ''Kālīkhyetro'' (কালীক্ষেত্র), meaning the "land of [the goddess] Kali". Another theory is that the place used to specialise in quicklime (কলি ''koli'') and coir rope (কাতা ''kātā''). The name was officially changed from Calcutta to Kolkata in 2001 by the then-left Government of West Bengal. However, the name "Calcutta" still survives in the names of certain institutions. ===History=== [[File:Howrah_bridge_at_night.jpg|thumb|Howrah Bridge at night]] Kolkata's history is intimately related to the British East India Company, which arrived in 1690, and to British India, of which Calcutta became the capital in 1772. Job Charnock was widely known as the founder of Calcutta. There were 3 villages named Sutanuti, Gobindapur and Kalikata. Later the village Kalikata became the city of Kolkata. But some Indian historians have disputed this claim, arguing that Kolkata developed naturally over a period, centred on the ancient Kali temple at Kalighat and the port at Kidderpore. Whatever its origins, Calcutta flowered as the capital of British India during the 19th century, the heyday of [[British Raj|the Raj]]. The University of Calcutta, the first modern Indian university, was founded here in 1857. Calcutta became the centre of Indian arts and literature and the national movement for independence got its start here. However, with the transfer of the capital to Delhi in 1911 and the pains of the partition of Bengal in 1947, a violent repressive and feudal state machinery was operational for nearly the first two decades after independence. Calcutta became plagued by power outages, labour unrest, disappearing industry and violence from the ideologically-motivated Maoist movement (the Naxalbari movement) in the 1970s. In 1985, the then-Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi referred to the city as a "dying city" because of the social and political traumas. In 1977, a "Left Front" coalition of the Communist and Marxist parties came to power and ruled West Bengal for 34 years. This is reflected in street names and memorials in the city with names like Lenin Sarani and Ho Chi Minh Sarani. During this period, the various egalitarian approaches implemented at improving the living standards of the downtrodden have helped the city in bridging the wealth gap and decreasing impoverishment. ===Economy=== [[File:Kolkata maidan.jpg|thumb|Chowringhee Road business district]] Once India's leading city, Kolkata experienced a steady economic decline in the decades following India's independence due to a steep population increase and a rise in militant trade unionism. From the 1960s to the late 1990s, several factories were closed and businesses relocated. Despite this, the city's fortunes have looked up since the early 1990s, coinciding with the liberalisation of the Indian economy. Kolkata's economy is now amongst the fastest-growing in India. The landscape of the city is also fast changing with flyovers, gardens and several new commercial establishments. The new metro city is characterised by popular spots such as multiplexes, theatres, clubs, pubs, coffee shops, and museums. The old Central Business District (CBD) is the main seat of the Government of West Bengal. Several banks have their corporate or regional headquarters around the [[BBD Bagh]] area. Many of Kolkata's older business groups have their main offices here. The area is a mix of multi-storeyed office blocks and colonial buildings. The newer CBD is around the south of Park Street, Camac Street and Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road. Several high-rise office blocks including some of Kolkata's tallest commercial buildings are in this area. An even newer CBD is being developed across Salt Lake and New Town, which is part of an effort to relieve congestion in the core city. Many government offices have shifted to high-rise office buildings lining Salt Lake's Central Park. Since 2000, information technology (IT) services revitalised the city's stagnant economy. With the expansion of Ecospace and Bengal Silicon Valley (BSV) in New Town, and Sector V in Salt Lake, Kolkata is rapidly turning into a pro-IT city, with various private sector companies setting up regional offices here. The city also has experienced growth in the manufacturing sector, with industrial estates at Bantala, Kasba, Taratala etc. ===Culture=== [[File:Belvedere Building - Indian National Library - Belvedere Estate - Kolkata 2014-05-02 4740.JPG|thumb|National Library of India]] Kolkata is known for its literary, artistic and revolutionary heritage and it was the birthplace of modern Indian literary and artistic thought. The city has a tradition of political graffiti depicting everything from outrageous slander to witty banter and limericks, caricatures and propaganda. Kolkata has been called the "City of Palaces", because of the numerous palatial mansions built all over the city. During British rule, the city witnessed a spate of frenzied construction activity of buildings largely influenced by the conscious intermingling of Gothic, Baroque, Roman, Oriental and Islamic schools of design. The layout of much of the architectural variety in Kolkata owes its origins to European styles and tastes imported by the British and, to a much lesser extent, the Portuguese and French. However, many of these structures are in various stages of decay, as of 2022. Some of the major buildings of this period are well maintained and several buildings have been declared as heritage structures. Kolkata is also famous for the film industry around Tollygunge, known as "Tollywood" (a blend of Tollygunge and Hollywood). From the beginning of the silent era in 1919 to the talking era in the 1930s and the golden days of the 1950s to the 1970s has been a chequered history. It has seen renowned filmmakers like Satyajit Ray, Ritwik Ghatak, Mrinal Sen and Tapan Sinha. ===Orientation=== {{infobox|Place name changes|After India's independence, many colonial place names in Kolkata were changed, including streets. They were named after either freedom activists (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Rash Behari Bose, Mahatma Gandhi), prime ministers (Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi), famed scientists (Jagadish Chandra Bose, Prafulla Chandra Ray) or international personalities (Lenin, Ho Chi Minh, Shakespeare). For a traveller, the practical problem would be that many places would have multiple names in usage. The new names are seen on maps and posters, while the old names are still used by some locals. So you need to be careful about specifying which place you need to get to. The district articles use the most common name in usage, with the official name in parentheses. A few important common names and their corresponding official names to remember are given at the table below. }} {| class="wikitable sortable floatright" |- ! Common name !! Official name |- | Amherst Street || Raja Rammohan Roy Sarani (RRR Sarani) |- | Camac Street || Abanindranath Thakur Sarani (AT Sarani) |- | Central Avenue || Chittaranjan Avenue (CR Avenue) |- | Chowringhee Road || Jawaharlal Nehru Road (JL Nehru Road) |- | Dalhousie Square || Benoy-Badal-Dinesh Bagh (BBD Bagh) |- | Grey Street || Sri Aurobindo Sarani |- | Park Street || Mother Teresa Sarani (MT Sarani) |- | Red Road || Indira Gandhi Sarani (IG Sarani) |- | Salt Lake || Bidhannagar |- | Southern Avenue || Dr. Meghnad Saha Sarani |- | VIP Road || Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue (KNI Avenue) |} Kolkata can be roughly divided into two sections along Park Street. North of Park Street is the more congested part of the city. South of Park Street is the slightly better-planned section of the city, with wider roads and a better-equipped police force for keeping law and order. The better planning in South Kolkata is because it was built much later. The North is the real, old Kolkata, and most of the oldest families and buildings are there. Over the past several decades, the city has expanded to the south and the east, with the "Greater Kolkata" region spanning over {{km2|1880}}, from [[Kalyani]] to [[Jaynagar Majilpur]]. Heavy construction activity along the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass has been changing the face of the city. Luxury hotels, convention centres, speciality hospitals, condominium complexes, malls, and multiplexes are coming up at a rapid pace. The city's expansion on the eastern side is spearheaded by the construction of a new satellite township called New Town, adjacent to the well-planned Salt Lake. It is one of the largest planned urban developments in India. Kolkata consists of numerous neighbourhoods (পাড়া, ''pāṛā'') that possess a strong sense of community. They have their own clubs and sometimes playgrounds. Between the river Hooghly and Chowringhee Road, the Maidan (open field) is said to be the lungs of Kolkata. The lush green meadow also houses Fort William, Victoria Memorial, and several sporting clubs. Kolkatans love to stroll in the Maidan. The residential buildings are mainly low-rise and comprise older colonial buildings and numerous new four-storied apartment blocks. 10- to 12-storey apartment blocks have come up in large numbers in South Kolkata. The city has relaxed its rules on high-rise construction, and 20-storey buildings are becoming more common. However, slums and dilapidated structures exist in many pockets of the city and house over 25% of the city's population (2001 census). Slum redevelopment schemes have helped improve living conditions to a small extent, but efforts to shift slum dwellers to newer developments have often met with resistance and failure because many of the slums are in prime areas of the city and the slum dwellers who are integrated into the social structure of the neighbourhood do not want to shift. ===People=== Kolkata is a multicultural and cosmopolitan city, with diversity from all over India, as well as including Europeans (including Germans, Armenians, and others) and other Asians (including Chinese, Sinhalese, and Tibetans). Kolkata is also notable for being home to India's largest Chinatown, which continues to be home to a handful of ethnic Chinese residents whose families have lived in India for several generations. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Kolkata (Alipore) 1991-2020 |14.3 |25.5 |15.4 |18.1 |29.4 |24.6 |22.9 |33.7 |36.8 |25.7 |35.4 |55.0 |26.8 |35.5 |118.5 |27.1 |34.1 |276.7 |26.7 |32.5 |371.6 |26.6 |32.3 |372.1 |26.3 |32.6 |325.0 |24.4 |32.3 |179.6 |20.1 |30.2 |32.6 |15.5 |26.7 |5.6 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://www.imdpune.gov.in/library/public/Climatological%20Tables%201991-2020.pdf IMD] }} Kolkata has three main seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter. Summer, from March–May, is hot and humid with temperatures touching 38-42°C. Monsoon starts in June and lasts till September or October. This is the time when heavy showers sometimes lead to waterlogging in a few areas. Winter is from November to February. This is the best season to visit the city, as the weather is very pleasant with temperatures ranging between 8 and 20°. ===Read=== * ''Calcutta: Past and Present'' (1905) by Kathleen Blechynden. It gives a detailed background of the British-era Calcutta as the former capital of India, as well as the city's lifestyle in the early 20th century. * ''City of Joy'' (1985) by Dominique Lapierre. ===Watch=== * ''Citi Life - Calcutta My El Dorado'' by Mrinal Sen. * ''City of Joy'' (1992) by Roland Jaffé. Film adaption on the book of the same name by Dominique Lapierre. ===Visitor information=== * {{listing | name=Tourism Centre | alt= | url= | email=wbtourismpublicity1@gmail.com | address=3/2, BBD Bagh E | lat=22.57045 | long=88.35014 | directions=near Great Eastern Hotel | phone=+91 33 22436440 | tollfree=1800 2121 655 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-07-04 | content=The staff at the Tourism Centre is very helpful and the centre has a lot of information on West Bengal tourism. You can book a government lodge there before travelling to your favourite destination. }} Official websites: * [https://www.kmcgov.in/ Kolkata Municipal Corporation] * [https://kmda.wb.gov.in/ Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority] ==Talk== '''[[Bengali phrasebook|Bengali]]''' is the native language of the majority in Kolkata. Many educated locals also understand English and some [[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]. Many shopkeepers and taxi drivers can communicate in Hindi or broken English, and government offices will typically have English-speaking staff on duty. The Bengali dialect spoken by the educated class of Kolkata forms the basis of the modern standard register (''colito bhāshā''), largely replacing the archaic Sanskritised register (''sādhu bhāshā'') still found in some Bengali signs. Other than that, the traditional working class of the city has its own dialect, often called "Calcutta Cockney" in linguistics. In addition, Kolkata has developed its own dialect of [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]], called ''Kalkatiya'' (کلکتیا). It is largely confined to the older residents of the city's Muslim neighbourhoods, many of whom came from [[Bihar]]. The dialect has influences from Bengali, Bhojpuri and Magadhi languages. The educated locals of the neighbourhoods tend to use Standard Urdu, which is closer to the Hindi spoken in the city. Even though Hindi is common in Kolkata, a few Bengalis are sensitive to it. There has been some cases of prejudice against Hindi speakers in the city. Although it's generally not a problem getting by with only English, learning some Bengali will make your trip much smoother. ==Get in== ===By plane=== [[File:External_view_of_Netaji_Subhas_Chandra_Bose_International_Airport.jpg|thumb|Exterior of Kolkata Airport]] * {{go | name=Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport | alt={{IATA|CCU}}, Dum Dum Airport, Kolkata Airport | url=https://www.aai.aero/en/airports/kolkata | email=apdkolkata@aai.aero | address=Jessore Rd | lat=22.653889 | long=88.446667 | directions=about {{km|18}} outside the city centre | phone=+91 33 2511 8036, +91 33 2511 8787, +91 33 3987 4987 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 2511 9266 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q388535 | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content=The airport has excellent connectivity with most of the major cities in India, including [[Delhi]], [[Mumbai]], [[Bangalore]] and [[Hyderabad]]. It is a major centre for flights to [[Siliguri]] and [[North-Eastern India]], [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]], [[Southeast Asia]] and the [[Middle East]]ern cities of [[Dubai]] and [[Doha]]. }} Although the airport is large and spacious, after immigration it lacks the facilities generally associated with busy international airports; there is no cafe, only one sit-down restaurant, very limited number of small shops, and no free Wi-Fi. Toilets are also sparse and far apart. The airport has a well-established facility of prepaid taxis and air-conditioned buses connecting it to the city centre. Parking facilities at the airport terminal include two underground parking levels accommodating 3,000 cars, and outdoor car parking which can handle an additional 2,000 cars. DigiYatra facility is available at departure gates 2B and 3A, security hold area 1, 2 and 3 and boarding gates 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 and 23. Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' State-run air-conditioned buses are available to get into the city centre. Cheaper, and hassle-free, and since you can hail a taxi anywhere in the city centre to take you to your final destination, you do not need to worry. The buses are parked outside the arrival gate at the integrated terminal. Do not be dissuaded by the taxi touts, who would try to make you believe that the buses do not run anymore. * '''By metro:''' The airport is served by {{station|Jai Hind|yellow}} in front of the parking lot. * '''By taxi:''' In case you are arriving at busy hours, it is better to get a prepaid taxi (₹150-250), which takes you directly to your destination. There is no practice of tipping taxi drivers anywhere in India. Moreover, app-based cab services (such as Ola and Uber) are also available from the airport. ===By train=== {{seealso|Rail travel in India}} Kolkata is served by five major railway stations across the metropolis, which connects the city to almost all the major stations in India. Most local trains serving Kolkata run from Howrah and Sealdah stations. The trains run as far as Lalgola (near [[Murshidabad]]) at the north, [[Hasnabad]] at the east, [[Namkhana]] at the south, [[Midnapore]] at the southwest and [[Bardhaman]] at the west. ====Howrah==== [[File:Howrah Station, Kolkata West Bengal.jpg|thumb|Howrah Station]] {{main|Howrah Station}} * {{go | name={{station|Howrah|hwh|ser}} | alt=code: '''HWH''' | url= | email= | address=RBC Rd | lat=22.582871 | long=88.342811 | directions= | phone=+91 79857 27760 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q986105 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=The largest railway complex in India with over 600 trains arriving per day, including local trains. An estimated two million people use the station every day. Wholly owned by the Eastern Railway (ER), Howrah station is divided into three parts: the Old Complex, the New Complex and the Howrah Metro complex. For passengers, there is a large, covered waiting area between the complexes and the platforms for passengers awaiting connecting trains. Free Wi-Fi is present at the station. }} Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' Buses to Howrah Station stop to a bus terminal close to the Howrah Bridge. Air-conditioned buses are available between Howrah Station and Kolkata Airport. * '''By metro:''' Howrah is served by the Green Line {{rint|kolkata|green}}. The station is on the footpath connecting the Old Complex to the New Complex. * '''By taxi or cab:''' There are taxi stands outside Howrah Station, where taxis and cabs are parked in long queues. * '''By car:''' The station platforms have two "cab roads" for cars within the complex. Bankim Setu at the end of the platforms allows the cars to exit the complex quickly. After exiting the complex, take the Howrah Bridge and cross the Hooghly River. * '''By ferry:''' There is a ferry terminal ("ghat") opposite the station that can get you to the opposite side of the river. It takes ₹5 to cross the river. ====Sealdah==== [[File:Sealdah Railway Station Outside - শিয়ালদহ রেলস্টেশন.jpg|thumb|Sealdah Station]] {{main|Sealdah Station}} * {{go | name={{station|Sealdah|sdahm|sdahs}} | alt=code: '''SDAH''' | url= | email= | address=APC Rd, Sealdah | lat=22.567966 | long=88.371105 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3347406 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=One of the busiest railway stations in India with a huge number of people commuting to the city for work. The station is divided into Sealdah North, Sealdah Main and Sealdah South. There are 21 platforms in the station, five of which are in Sealdah North, nine in Sealdah Main and seven in Sealdah South. Sealdah North and Sealdah Main terminals are used for most local and express trains, while Sealdah South terminal is used for the local trains from [[South 24 Parganas]]. }} Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' Although there's a bus stop named Sealdah, the stop is about {{m|500}} north of Sealdah station. The nearest bus stop to the station is {{station|Beliaghata Main Road - NRS Hospital|bus}}. * '''By metro:''' Sealdah is served by the Kolkata Metro Line {{rint|kolkata|green}}, and the metro platforms can be accessed within or outside the railway station. One can take a metro from Sealdah to reach different places in [[Kolkata/East|East Kolkata]]. * '''By taxi:''' There are prepaid taxis to enter the city. The prepaid taxi stand is just outside the station's main entrance. The counter is under a tin shed. ====Kolkata==== [[File:Kolkata_Railway_Station_(KOAA)_01.jpg|thumb|Kolkata Station]] * {{go | name={{station|Kolkata|sdahm}} | alt=code: KOAA | url= | email= | address=Chitpur | lat=22.601277 | long=88.384147 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6427323 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=Opened in 2009, it receives a number of trains which used to terminate at Sealdah station. The station is linked to the Sealdah-Ranaghat Line and is served by the Eastern Railway for trains to [[Hooghly|Bandel]], Kalyani Simanta, [[Santipur]], [[Krishnanagar]], [[Dankuni]], [[Bangaon]], [[Taki|Hasnabad]] and others. There are five platforms in the station. The first two platforms are used by only suburban trains and the remaining three are used by long-distance trains. Kolkata station runs many long-distance express trains including two pairs of the Garib Rath Express, the Khwaja Garib Nawaz Madar–Kolkata Express etc. and one long-distance passenger train to [[Lalgola]]. There are two international trains from [[Bangladesh]], the ''Maitree Express'' runs from [[Dhaka]] three times per week and the ''Bandhan Express'' runs from [[Khulna]] once per week. }} Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' The bus routes from the station are:<!-- include bus routes with numbers only, with bus stops that serve Wikivoyage listings --> ** '''K1: Hatishala–Kolkata Station''', via Newtown, Karunamoyee, City Center I, Ultadanga Station, Shyambazar and RG Kar Hospital ** '''KB22: Kolkata Station–Jamirgachi''', via RG Kar Hospital, Shyambazar, Ultadanga Station, City Center I, Central Park, Karunamoyee and Newtown ====Santragachi Junction==== [[File:Santragachi Railway Station - Howrah 2012-01-26 1624.JPG|thumb|Santragachi Junction]] * {{go | name={{station|Santragachi Junction|ser}} | alt=code: '''SRC''' | url= | email= | address=NH 12, Santragachi | lat=22.5838 | long=88.2843 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7420706 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=There are six platforms in the station. Serves local trains to [[Howrah (district)|Howrah]], [[Purba Medinipur]] and [[Paschim Medinipur]] districts. A few trains originate from Santragachi station to [[Ajmer]], [[Porbandar]] and [[Nanded]], and the Vivek Express runs to [[Mangalore]] Central starting from Santragachi. Almost all Howrah/Shalimar bound express/mail trains stop here. Santragachi also has a big bus terminus with bus services to various places in Kolkata, Howrah and beyond. }} Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' The bus routes from the station are:<!-- include bus routes with numbers only, with bus stops that serve Wikivoyage listings --> ** '''K11: Domjur–Rabindra Sadan (Exide)''', via PG Hospital, Vidyasagar Setu, Toll Plaza, Santragachi and Salap ** '''KB15: Anandapur–Santragachi Bus Terminal''', via Ruby Hospital, Acropolis Mall, Kasba Thana, Bijan Setu (Ballygunge Station), Gariahat, Minto Park, Camac Street, Exide, PG Hospital, Toll Plaza and Santragachi ** '''RT-26: Santragachi–Esplanade''', via Tikiapara, Howrah Maidan, Howrah Station, Barabazar and Dalhousie ====Shalimar==== * {{go | name={{station|Shalimar|ser}} | alt=code: '''SHM''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.556389 | long=88.314722 | directions=near Vidyasagar Setu | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7487222 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=A small railway station compared to Howrah station and one of the cleanest, most well-maintained and non-congested railway terminals in Kolkata. It handles a few local and several express trains. There are small eateries serving snacks on the platform and eateries serving lunch outside the station. There is a taxi stand outside the station and the most direct service to and from the station. }} ===By bus=== [[File:Esplanade Bus Station.jpg|thumb|Esplanade Bus Terminus]] Kolkata is well served by buses from destinations both inside and outside India. There are buses from [[Bangladesh]], [[North-Eastern India]], [[Bihar]], [[Jharkhand]], [[Odisha]], [[Sikkim]] and [[Bhutan]]. Intercity bus termini in Kolkata include: * {{Go | name=Babughat Bus Terminus | alt= | url= | email= | address=~8 Strand Rd | lat=22.56507 | long=88.33976 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Babughat Bus Terminus in Kolkata 01.jpg | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{go | name=Esplanade Bus Terminus | alt=Dharmatala Bus Stand | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.56325 | long=88.35039 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-26 | content=It has bus terminals for buses from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sikkim, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar and other parts of the country. }} * {{go | name=SBSTC Bus Stand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.564370 | long=88.349577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-26 | content=A newer bus stand opposite the terminal for SBSTC buses. }} *{{go | name=Shyamoli Paribahan Bus Depot | alt= | url= | email= | address=10, Marquis St | lat=22.5558 | long=88.35407 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2252 0802 | tollfree= | content=Provides buses to [[Bangladesh]] and a select few destinations in West Bengal. Shyamoli Paribahan handles the border transfer from one bus to another so well that it seems a better option to many than the direct service. }} ===By car=== National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the [[Grand Trunk Road]] radiate from the city, providing links to most parts of the country. ===By boat=== '''Ganga Vilas''', India's luxurious river cruise, has a stop at Kolkata. Besides, there are various ferry options from [[Howrah]], [[Serampore]] and [[Uttarpara]]. ==Get around== {{seealso|Public transport in Greater Kolkata}} {{mapframe|show=go}} {{mapshapes|Q1048849|group=go}}<!-- Metro --> {{mapshapes|Q15114293|group=go}}<!-- Tram --> Kolkata has an extensive public transport network, from the modern rapid transit system to the century-old heritage tram system. ===By taxi or cab=== [[File:AC Taxi (25 February 2024).jpg|thumb|A white taxi on EM Bypass]] {{infobox |Farewell to an icon |Kolkata no longer looks the same without the plethora of yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxis that once plied on the streets. Originally a locally manufactured copy of the 1950s-vintage Morris Oxford, the yellow Ambassadors, along with the heritage trams, are synonymous with the entire city. However, these iconic Ambassadors are phased out in 2025 in favour of Maruti Suzuki Wagon R cabs, and these modern vehicles may not appeal to the seniors who used to ride on their lovely Ambassadors. But you may still find those old Ambies in rural areas outside the city. |image=Kolkata Taxi by Piyal Kundu.jpg }} Taxis and cabs are a popular mode of transport in Kolkata. Both are easily available, relatively cheap, and will use their meters, at least in theory. The usual way to call such vehicles is to hail one on the street. Besides, there are dedicated taxi stands at Howrah and Sealdah stations. Older vehicle models are often referred to as "taxis", while newer ones are referred to as "cabs". Mainly, three types of taxis and cabs are available in Kolkata: yellow cabs, white taxis, and app cabs. * The '''yellow cabs''', also called '''heritage cabs''', are one of the most popular vehicles for hire in Kolkata. Run by Heritage Mobility, these cabs are essentially modified Maruti Suzuki Wagon R vehicles adorned with yellow livery. * The '''white taxis''' are air conditioned, and there is a 25% extra charge for turning the air-conditioner on. These are modified Maruti Suzuki Swift DZires. * The '''app cabs''' are online ride-hailing services, and these are easily available (round-the-clock), reasonably priced and comfortable. Like the rest of India, Uber, Ola, and Rapido are the major app cab operators in Kolkata. There's also a mobile app for booking yellow cabs and white taxis, called '''Yatri Sathi''' (literally "passengers' companion"). However, taxi and cab drivers sometimes refuse to go to some remote locations (like Behala, Bansdroni, Howrah) where they wouldn't get any passengers while returning. If they agree, they will demand high pay; be ready for such a situation. It is a crime for a taxi or cab driver to refuse a request to go to certain destinations, and they can be fined, but if you threaten the driver with a complaint to the police, they will simply ask you to complain. ===By metro=== [[File:Kolkata Metro at Ravindra Sadan station.jpg|thumb|The Kolkata Metro is the oldest metro system in India]] The oldest rail rapid transit system in India, the '''Kolkata Metro''' is the fastest, cleanest, most reliable, least crowded (though still rather crowded) and most efficient of all the transportation Kolkata has to offer. As of 2025, five lines are operational and more are under construction. The four-seat sections at each end of a coach are reserved for senior citizens and the physically challenged. The two middle seat sections, between the general seat sections on each side, are reserved for women. Smoking is also strictly prohibited on the metro premises. Violating any of these incurs a penalty. ===By tram=== [[File:Trams in Kolkata.svg|thumb|[[File:Tram-Logo.svg|20px]] (2023)]] [[File:Calcutta blue trams, Kolkata, India.jpg|thumb|A blue tram in Kolkata.]] Kolkata has the only tram service in all of India and the oldest surviving electric tram network in Asia. Though decommissioned in some parts of the city, electric trams are still one of the means of travelling between a few places within the city. Operated by the '''West Bengal Transport Corporation'''{{Dead link|date=April 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (WBTC) since 2016, they move slowly on the laid tracks in traffic-jammed streets, but they are environment-friendly (no emissions on the street, only at the source of energy generation). The network includes two tram routes, as of 2025. ===By train=== [[File:KolkataLocalTrain.JPG|thumb|A local train at Hridaypur station]] Most daily commuters to Kolkata rely upon the electrified suburban rail network of the Eastern Railway (ER), commonly referred to as "local trains". The network is extensive and includes the Kolkata Circular Rail or ''chakra rail''. Depending on the route, local trains can be extremely crowded. It is less expensive to travel around by train as compared to private cabs or taxis. Men must not enter the ''Ladies'' compartment, even as a family. ===By bus=== [[File:Calcutta city bus (7354429936).jpg|thumb|A bus in Kolkata]] The city has an extensive bus network (possibly the most exhaustive in the whole of India) and this is the cheapest, though not always the most comfortable means of transport. The routes are written all over the colourful buses in Bengali and also in English. The conductors call out their destinations to everyone he's passing and all you have to do is wave at the bus anywhere and it will stop, at times causing a small queue of other cars behind it. Esplanade is a major bus terminus in Kolkata. Karunamoyee in Bidhannagar is another major bus depot. Some buses operate from the Babughat area in Maidan as well. Among the buses that ply the city streets, the deluxe buses run by JNNURM (Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission) and WBTC (West Bengal Transport Corporation) are probably the better option. Air-conditioned buses (Volvo) are also available to many destinations. ===By rickshaw=== [[File:Manpowered rickshaw.JPG|thumb|A human-pulled rickshaw in Kolkata]] [[File:Auto-rickshaw in Kolkata (18 June 2022).jpg|thumb|An auto-rickshaw in South Kolkata]] There are four types of rickshaws in Kolkata: human-pulled rickshaws, cycle rickshaws, auto-rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Rickshaws pulled by men are a common sight in Kolkata and they are mainly found in some old localities of Kolkata. These rickshaws usually operate over short distances and mainly run on narrow lanes and they are not allowed to ply over main roads. They take more fare than cycle-rickshaws. Cycle rickshaws are the most convenient mean of transport in Kolkata. They are very cheap and can accommodate two adults. Unlike auto-rickshaws, they can go to any place in a particular region. In Kolkata, there are shared auto-rickshaws, i.e. the auto-rickshaws don't ferry just a single person but four people at a time. Auto-rickshaws have a fixed route and a vehicle of that route travel on that particular route only. However, unlike taxis, they don't refuse passengers. The fare of an auto-rickshaw is much less than that of a taxi, with the minimum fare being ₹10. Be prepared to give the exact fare as they are very reluctant to give change. Electric rickshaws, popularly known as ''totos'' or e-rickshaws, are battery-operated alternatives to auto-rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. They generally operate in suburban Kolkata. The fare of rickshaws is not set by meters, as fares are fixed by the respective rickshaw association. After 10 PM, rickshaw drivers may demand an exorbitant fee and the same goes for times during natural calamities such as heavy rainfall. ===By ferry=== The river offers a less crowded but slow traffic medium. There are several points (popularly called ghats and jetties) on the bank of the river from where you can board several regular routes of ferry services. Ferries can be fairly large launches to small improvised motorized boats. Even if you don't get any exotic manual boat as you get in [[Varanasi]], the river transport of the city lets you go to several old spots near the bank in a hassle-free manner with an additional dash of the view of decadent river front of the city. ===By rental car=== Privately owned rental car places are available throughout the city. Rates depend on the make, model, size and comfort level of the car. Agreements are flexible, for example, cars can be rented even for a couple of hours at an hourly rate. Most rental cars are accompanied by a driver from the rental agency. ===By foot=== Except in [[Kolkata/Maidan|Maidan]] and newly developed areas, much of Kolkata is not so pedestrian-friendly. In the more tourist-oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk along the Hooghly River. There is a good promenade near Eden Gardens. * Walk along Chowringhee Road (officially Jawaharlal Nehru Road), which sets the pace as you unravel the rare beauty of this city. Across the road sweeps a huge, lush green, open parkland called the [[Kolkata/Maidan|Maidan]], centring around '''Fort William''', the massive and impregnable British citadel built in 1773. A rambling green 'lung of Kolkata', the Maidan is a hub of diverse activities. == See == {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Indian Musium, Kolkata.jpg|thumb|Indian Museum]] [[File:Science_City_Kolkata_4643.JPG|thumb|Science City]] Kolkata is known for its numerous attractions — palaces, parks and museums — built during and after the 190 years of [[British Raj|British rule in India]]. Built in 1814, the '''Indian Museum''' houses large collections that showcase Indian natural history and Indian art. The '''Marble Palace''' is a classic example of a European mansion that was built in the city. The iconic '''Victoria Memorial''' has a museum documenting the city's history. The '''National Library''' is the leading public library in India, while '''Science City''' is the largest science centre in the country. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} Take a '''tram ride''' in Kolkata. The city has the only active tram service in India and has become an icon of Kolkata. They move slowly on the laid tracks in traffic-jammed streets. Several modern '''cinemas''' are dotted around the city, including [http://www.inoxmovies.com/ INOX]{{Dead link|date=March 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} with several locations, [http://www.famecinemas.com/ Fame] at Metropolis Mall in Highland Park, and [http://www.adlabscinemas.com/ RDB Adlabs]{{Dead link|date=July 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} at RDB Boulevard, Near Infinity Building in Sector-V, Bidhannagar, all showing Indian and American blockbusters. Kolkata also has many established theatre houses, which host events by international theatre groups frequently. Such events draw people from around the globe as it offers a unique opportunity to share culture and ideas. Unlike most of cricket-obsessed India, '''[[Association football|football (soccer)]]''' reigns supreme in Kolkata, with the local clubs [http://www.mohunbaganac.com Mohun Bagan Athletic Club] and [https://emamieastbengal.com/ East Bengal Club] being the most successful in India. They contest the Kolkata Derby biannually, which is considered by many to be the oldest and most intense football rivalry in all of Asia. ===Events=== [[File:বি. ই. (পশ্চিম) ব্লক বিধান নগর দূর্গা পুজো ২০১৮.jpg|thumb|A Durga Puja idol at BE Block, Bidhannagar in 2018]] '''[[Durga Puja]]''' (দুর্গাপূজা ''Durgāpūjā''), a festival honouring the Hindu goddess Durga, takes place between September and October. The biggest festival for Hindus in Bengal, Kolkata takes on an almost carnival-like ambience. Streets shut down for the construction of ''pandals'' (প্যান্ডেল, ''pyānḍel''), large stands that depict events from the Ramayana and crowds flock to the biggest and best ones. Durga Puja in Kolkata has been listed as a [[UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage]] in 2021. A good time to visit, unless you have a fear of crowds. The '''[http://www.iplt20.com/ Indian Premier League]''' ('''IPL''') is the main club [[cricket]] league in India. It is one of the world's most widely attended sporting events, and if you are in Kolkata during the season (April–May), consider watching the home team (Kolkata Knight Riders) play at Eden Gardens. In addition to the IPL, India's national team also plays some of its international matches at Eden Gardens. While its size was surpassed by the new Narendra Modi stadium in [[Ahmedabad]] in 2020, Eden Gardens is widely regarded as the spiritual home of Indian cricket, similar to the role Lords plays in England, or the role the Melbourne Cricket Ground plays in Australia. The '''[http://www.kolkatabookfaironline.com Kolkata Book Fair]''' (বইমেলা ''boimelā'' or পুস্তকমেলা ''pustokmelā'') takes place from the last week of January to the first week of February. It is the largest book fair in Asia and is a significant event in the city. '''Central Park''' in [[Kolkata/East|Salt Lake]] is the venue of the Kolkata Book Fair since 2022. The similarly-named but smaller '''Kolkata District Book Fair''' takes place at Netaji Indoor Stadium in May. Some locations have their own local book fairs, like Behala, North Kolkata, Dum Dum and New Town. The '''[http://www.kiff.in Kolkata International Film Festival]{{Dead link|date=April 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''KIFF''') takes place from 15 December to 22 December every year at 4PM. Although the opening and closing ceremonies takes place at the Netaji Indoor Stadium, Nandan is the main centre for the festival. ==Learn== {{SeeDistricts}} Kolkata is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities and colleges in Kolkata are the '''Medical College and Hospital''', '''Jadavpur University''', the '''University of Calcutta''', the '''Presidency University''' and '''Indian Institute of Management Calcutta'''. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are several training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. There are some language schools in Kolkata as well, including French and German courses. ==Work== '''Volunteering''' is a real option here with several opportunities. * '''Brother Xavier's New Hope'''. Home for orphans of Kolkata's red light district. A much smaller mission than Mother Teresa's which one man built from the ground up. Brother Xavier and the children always need volunteers and funds. * '''Mother Teresa's Mission''' accepts volunteers to help in its multiple projects around the city. Enquire at the motherhouse. ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:College Street Book Bazar on 26 January, 2022 in Kolkata 03.jpg|thumb|Books being sold in College Street]] [[File:Quest Mall - 33 Syed Amir Ali Avenue - Kolkata 20170927172636.jpg|thumb|The Quest Mall]] Traditionally Kolkata had certain shopping areas or districts. The New Market area was considered the core of fashionable marketing. That was the marketplace for the British and later patronised by the more sophisticated Indians. There are large markets in [[Kolkata/Burrabazar-Jorasanko|Burrabazar]], [[Kolkata/Shyambazar-Hatibagan|Shyambazar-Hatibagan]], [[Kolkata/Ballygunge-Gariahat|Gariahat]] and [[Kolkata/Bhowanipore-Kalighat|Lake Market]]. There were several specialised markets: electrical goods at Chandni Chowk, jewellery at Bowbazar, books at College Street, fish at Maniktala, flowers at Jagannath Ghat, the Maidan market for sports goods and so on. The malls are a more recent addition, mostly in the [[Kolkata/South|South]] and [[Kolkata/East|East]]. The '''South City Mall''' and the '''Quest Mall''' in South Kolkata are two of the biggest in the city, whereas the '''Axis Mall''', '''City Centre''' and '''Mani Square''' are some notable ones in the East. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Rasgulla - Kolkata 2011-08-02 4547.JPG|thumb|"Rosogolla", sweet dumplings made out of "chhena" (Indian cottage cheese) and semolina dough.]] Kolkata has old traditions about eating out. Wilson's Hotel (which later became the Great Eastern Hotel) is credited to have been the first western-style hotel/restaurant in Kolkata, serving what was then forbidden food for Indians, particularly Hindus. One could be treated as an out-caste if caught eating there, but the idea caught on and others followed. Many of the restaurants that line the streets in the Esplanade area have been around for more than a hundred years. The joy of food in Kolkata is in its Indian foods. Nizam's (23/24, Hogg St), close to New Market, is credited with the invention of the famous "kathi kebab roll" and still serves up the best of the best. For Mughlai dishes, there are several places to eat in the [[Kolkata/South|Park Circus]] area and there are others all over the city. In terms of sweet, Kolkata is best known for its "rosogollas" (রসগোল্লা ''rasagollā''), consisting of balls of "chhena" (a moist, softer cheese than paneer) cooked and permeated in a light rose-scented syrup. Although the origin of rôsogolla is disputed between [[Odisha]] and [[Bengal]], the first canned rosogollas were sold in this city in 1930, after which they took off in popularity across [[South Asia]]. A variant of the dish is "rosomalai" (রসমালাই ''rasamālāi'') where the chhena balls are immersed in sweet thickened milk instead of syrup, providing a creamier feel to the sweet. Besides Bengali foods, Kolkata is also the home of Indian Chinese food. Chinese restaurants are everywhere so try the Indian variant of hot and sour soup and the famous Indian Chinese dish of chilli chicken. The best place to have Chinese is to visit Chinatown near Tangra, [[Kolkata/East|East Kolkata]]. It serves the best of the Chinese dishes and you will find plenty of large, small & medium restaurants. There are some restaurants serving Thai, Mediterranean or Italian food. Kolkata also has many excellent vegetarian restaurants ranging from budget to expensive ones. There are two types: those serving North Indian and those serving South Indian food. For those looking for vegetarian street foods, one can find ubiquitous ''jhālmuṛi'' (ঝালমুড়ি) (somewhat similar to "bhel puri" of [[Mumbai]]), a concoction of puffed rice mixed with various spices, vegetables & other ingredients available at street vendors all over Kolkata. Street vendors selling egg rolls/chicken rolls abound and their freshly prepared kati rolls are safe to eat. Mughlai Paratha (earlier it was a paratha stuffed with minced meat, but now the minced meat has been replaced by cheaper but tasty alternatives) is a Kolkata speciality. ''Fuchka'', the Kolkata version of paani-puri, but very different from the ones found in Delhi, is available on the streets but be wary of the tamarind water. It never troubles the local people and outsiders can safely taste this delicacy as long as they don't take too much. Earlier, the restaurants were standalone entities. A cluster of restaurants in a single mall is a comparatively new idea and has become popular. ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} There are plenty of places to buy alcohol around the city. Kolkata has many pubs and bars, which are frequented by youngsters as well as its older residents. Some pubs have live concerts or DJs. All pubs are supposed to shut shop by midnight or 1AM. So go early if you want to enjoy yourself in the club. ==Sleep== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Lalit Great Eastern at Night.jpg|thumb|Great Eastern Hotel at night]] Kolkata has long had a concentration of budget backpacker hotels in the [[Kolkata/Esplanade#Sleep|Sudder Street]] area and many of these are colonial era gems, albeit decaying ones. Sudder Street is centrally located and is well connected by public transport. Both the major railway stations at [[Howrah]] and [[Kolkata/North#Sleep|Sealdah]] have many hotels around them. Most of them might be only licensed to accommodate Indian citizens. Be sure to not walk with a local "friend" or guide, unless you want to have higher prices. There are some hotels in [[Kolkata/South#Sleep|South Kolkata]]. The growth of the IT Sector and hospital facilities in [[Kolkata/East#Sleep|East Kolkata]] has led to development of hotels in that district. However, if money is of no object, you can stay at Great Eastern, ITC Sonar, Taj Bengal and JW Marriott Kolkata. British-era clubs such as Tollygunge Club, Calcutta Club (AJC Bose Rd), Saturday Club (Theatre Rd) and Bengal Club (Russel St) have lavish rooms for rent. However, they only accept bookings through members. ==Stay safe== [[File:India - Kolkata street beggar - 3246.jpg|thumb|A beggar in Kolkata]] Kolkata is one of the safest metropolitan areas in India, and the people are friendly and helpful, unlike in most of India's other large cities. Violent crime in Kolkata is more or less like any other large Indian city. There has been some incidents of chain, bag and mobile snatching in railway stations and empty roads. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. Carry your cash and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Beware during the rush hours in bus terminals and railway stations as many pickpockets will try to get your belongings. Visitors outside the city are often magnets for [[begging|beggars]], frauds and touts. In [[Kolkata/South|South Kolkata]], beggars often knock at the glass windows of cars. It does little good to get angry or to say "No" loudly. The best response is to look unconcerned and ignore the behaviour. The more attention you pay to a beggar or a tout, positive or negative, the longer they will follow you hoping for a donation. All shops in Kolkata get closed by 10PM, except pharmacies. The shops in [[Kolkata/Salt Lake|Salt Lake]] and [[Kolkata/New Town|New Town]] are allowed to open till 11PM. ===Police=== The '''[http://www.kolkatapolice.gov.in/ Kolkata Police]''' is the white-uniform police force serving the city proper. The '''[http://www.barrackporecitypolice.in/ Barrackpore City Police]{{Dead link|date=April 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' serves the suburbs of [[Kolkata/Baranagar|Baranagar]], [[Kolkata/Dakshineswar|Dakshineswar]], and [[Kolkata/Dum Dum|Dum Dum]], while the '''[http://www.bidhannagarcitypolice.in/ Bidhannagar City Police]{{Dead link|date=December 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' serves the townships of [[Kolkata/Salt Lake|Salt Lake]] and [[Kolkata/New Town|New Town]]. Although most police officers are honest and helpful, you may find a lot of them who may be corrupt and unhelpful. For emergencies, you can dial 100 for police assistance. For non-emergencies, or to report a crime, visit the nearest police station. See the district articles for police stations. ===Emergency numbers=== * {{listing | name=Airport | phone=+91 33 2569 1002 }} * {{listing | name=Fire | phone=101 }} * {{listing | name=Medical | phone=102 }} * {{listing | name=Police | phone=100 }} ==Stay healthy== [[Air pollution]] is a major problem in Kolkata, with regular smog and haze. Since 2022, Kolkata is ranked as India's second most polluted city after [[Delhi]], with pollution levels often in the "very unhealthy" or "hazardous" range. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activities. Elderly visitors are recommended not to get out in the morning due to diesel exausts in the air. Instead, they should get out in the evening. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out. ==Connect== ===Landlines=== The area code for Kolkata is "33" (prefix "+91", if you are calling from outside India). Phone numbers are eight digits long. ===Phone booths=== Public call booths can be found easily throughout the city from where local, national, and international calls can be made. Else local SIM card can be used for connectivity. ===Mobile phones=== Mobile '''phone coverage is excellent with all major mobile service providers offering their services in the city. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the city.''' '''All mobile numbers are 10 digits long and begin with a "9", "8", "7" or "6". Do not dial the''' city prefix for mobile numbers. If you don't get through ===Cybercafes=== Internet cafes are available in plenty and charges ₹10-25/hour. You need to show your identity card to use internet in those cafes. As a precaution, change your password after you use it at a cybercafe or do private/incognito browsing. ==Cope== * {{listing | name=Regional Passport Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=Old Court House Street | lat=22.573763 | long=88.35142 | directions=opposite St Andrew's Church | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-11-02 | content= }} === Consulates === * {{flag|Bangladesh}} {{listing | name=Bangladesh | alt= | url=http://bdhc-kolkata.org/ | email= | address=Circus Ave | lat=22.541493 | long=88.358980 | directions=E of AJC Bose Rd | phone=+91 33 2290 5208, +91 33 2290 5209, +91 33 2288 6536 (after hours) | tollfree= | fax=+91 33-2288-1616 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=This is the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission office. Visas were issued from here till 15th December 2021. Now visas are issued from Visa Application Centre in Salt Lake. (1st Floor, Plot No. 15 (Infinium Digi Space) CP Block, Sector V, Salt Lake Ph : +91 7289000071). }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name=China | alt= | url=http://in.china-embassy.org/eng/jgsz/t631873.htm | email=chinaconsul_kkt@mfa.gov.cn | address=EC-72, Sector I, Salt Lake | lat=22.583483 | long=88.407001 | directions= | phone=+91 33 4004 8169 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 4004 8168 | hours=M-F 10AM-12:30PM | price= | lastedit=2024-12-18 | content= }} * {{flag|France}} {{listing | name=France |alt=| url= | email= | address=26 Park Mansions, Park St | lat=22.5184239 | long=88.3286423 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |wikidata=|lastedit=2020-03-02| content= }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name=Germany |alt=| url= | email= | address=1 Hastings Park Rd, Alipore | lat=22.5249993 | long=88.3321313 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2479 1141, +91 33 2479 1142, +91 33 2479 2150, +91 33 2439 8906 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 4004 8168 | hours= | price= |wikidata= |lastedit=2020-03-02| content=The origins of the German consulate in Kolkata can be traced to before the existence of Germany itself, to the establishment of the consulate of the Kingdom of Hanover in 1851 and the Consulate of Prussia in 1854. }} * {{flag|Italy}} {{listing | name=Italy | alt= | url=http://www.conscalcutta.esteri.it/ | email=consolatogenerale.calcutta@esteri.it | address=3, Raj Santosh Rd, Alipore | lat=22.524072 | long=88.325556 | directions= | phone=+91 33 24792414, +91 33 24792426, +91 98312 12216 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33-24793892 | hours=M-F 10AM-noon | price= | lastedit=2020-03-02 | content= }} * {{flag|Japan}} {{listing | name=Japan | alt= | url=http://www.kolkata.in.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_en/index.html | email= | address=55, M. N. Sen Lane, Tollygunge | lat=22.4874321 | long=88.3409411 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2421-1970 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 2421-1971 | hours= | price= |wikidata=|lastedit=2020-03-02| content= }} * {{flag|Nepal}} {{listing | name=Nepal | alt=1, National Library Ave | url= | email= | address=https://ccu.nepalconsulate.gov.np/ | lat=22.53301 | long=88.32762 | directions=off Diamond Harbour Rd | phone=+91 33 24561224 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-12-18 | content= }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name=Netherlands | alt= | url=https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/your-country-and-the-netherlands/india/about-us/honorair-consulaat-in-kolkata | email=consulkolkata.netherlands@gmail.com | address=5, Rameshwar Shaw Rd | lat=22.54837 | long=88.37208 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2289 7020, +91 33 2289 7676 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 2289 7919 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-12-18 | content= }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name=United Kingdom | alt= | url= | email= | address=1A Ho Chi Minh Sarani | lat=22.5472312 | long=88.347796 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2288 5173, +91 33 2288 6536 (after hours) | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 2288-1616 | hours= | price= |wikidata= |lastedit=2020-03-02| content= }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States | alt= | url=https://in.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/kolkata/ | email=consularkolkata@state.gov | address=5/1, Ho Chi Minh Sarani | lat=22.547231 | long=88.347796 | directions= | phone=+91 33 3984 2400 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33-2282 2335 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-03-02 | content=It is the oldest diplomatic post of the U.S. in India, and the second oldest in the world (the oldest being in London). Benjamin Joy was appointed the first American Consul to Calcutta by George Washington in 1792, upon the express recommendation of then-Secretary of State, Thomas Jefferson. }} ===Medical service=== Despite not being known as the "medical capital" of India (that honour goes to [[Chennai]]), Kolkata does have several hospitals and other medical facilities that draw people from Eastern India, thus a major centre of [[medical tourism]] in that region. ====South Kolkata==== * {{listing | name=Belle Vue Clinic |url=http://www.bellevueclinic.com/ | address=9 UN Brahmachari St | lat=22.54253 | long=88.35505 | directions= | phone=+91 33 22472321 }} * {{listing | name=Calcutta Medical Research Institute | alt=CMRI | url=http://cmri.in/ | email= | address=7/2, Diamond Harbour Rd | lat=22.53223 | long=88.32776 | directions= | phone=+91 33 30903030, +91 96968 86688 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q51400761 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=ESIC Medical College | alt= | url=http://www.esi-pgimsrkolkata.org.in/ | email= | address=DH Rd, Joka | lat=22.452638 | long=88.299779 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q14957089 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Iris Multispecialty Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Kothari Medical Centre | alt= | url=http://www.kotharimedical.com | email= | address=8/3 Alipore Rd | lat=22.533261 | long=88.330405 | directions= | phone=+91 86977 08132 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25803655 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Manipal Hospitals, Dhakuria | alt= | url=https://www.manipalhospitals.com/dhakuria | email= | address=4-5, Gariahat Rd | lat=22.51248 | long=88.3677 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=AMRI Hospital - Advanced Medical Research Institute - Dhakuria - Kolkata 2014-02-12 2008.JPG | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content=A well-known trauma centre in Dhakuria, the hospital also has excellent set up for 'Golden Hour' support in Cardiac Sciences, along with facilities for advanced treatment procedures. The cardiac emergency department provides support across the board, from paediatric to geriatric. }} * {{listing | name=SSKM Hospital | alt=PG Hospital |url=http://www.ipgmer.gov.in/ | address=244 AJC Bose Rd | lat=22.54035 | long=88.34182 | directions= | phone=+91 33 22041101 }} * {{listing | name=Woodlands Multispecialty Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address=8/5, Alipore Rd | lat=22.53243 | long=88.32917 | directions= | phone=+91 33 40337000 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-11-28 | content= }} ====Southern Suburbs==== * {{listing | name=BP Poddar Hospital & Medical Research Ltd | alt= | url= | email= | address=71/1, Humayun Kabir Sarani, Block G, New Alipore | lat=22.51176 | long=88.33243 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=KPC Medical College and Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.kpcmedicalcollege.org/ | email= | address=20, Raja SC Mullick Rd, Jadavpur | lat=22.493248 | long=88.373144 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25714726 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=MR Bangur Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address=249, Deshpran Sasmal Rd | lat=22.499333 | long=88.345517 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q61454023 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Saroj Gupta Cancer Centre & Research Institute | alt=SGCCRI | url=http://www.cancercentrecalcutta.org/ | email=cancerwelfare@yahoo.co.in | address=MG Rd, Thakurpukur | lat=22.459802 | long=88.319722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25714709 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} ====North Kolkata==== * {{listing | name=ESKAG Sanjeevani Hospital, Bagbazar | alt= | url=http://www.eskagsanjeevani.com | email= | address=P-48, Kshirode Vidyavinode Ave | lat=22.604015 | long=88.367812 | directions= | phone=+91 33 4025 1800 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Lohia Matri Seva Sadan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.587711 | long=88.359065 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q67911953 | lastedit=2025-11-15 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata | alt= | url=https://www.medicalcollegekolkata.in | email= | address= | lat=22.5736 | long=88.3619 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3348933 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=NRS Medical College & Hospital | alt= | url=https://nrsmc.edu.in/ | email= | address=138, AJC Bose Rd | lat=22.561894 | long=88.370542 | directions= | phone=+91 33 22443213 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q14957107 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=R. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.rgkarmch.in | email= | address=1, Khudiram Bose Sarani | lat=22.604167 | long=88.378333 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2555-7656 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7152833 | lastedit=2024-11-29 | content= }} * {{listing | name=SVS Marwari Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.57618 | long=88.368362 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q68141252 | lastedit=2025-11-15 | content= }} ====Northern Suburbs==== * {{listing | name=Baine Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address=123/1, Gopal Lal Tagore Rd | lat=22.6452 | long=88.3749 | directions= | phone=+91 09674873262 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Baranagar State General Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address=108, AK Mukherjee Rd | lat=22.6387 | long=88.3802 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2873-0916 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q61454804 | lastedit=2022-10-16 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Baranagar Matri Sadan | alt= | url= | email= | address=10/2/F, Deshbandhu Rd E | lat=22.646 | long=88.3709 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2577-6595 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-16 | content= }} * {{listing | name=ESKAG Sanjeevani Hospital, Baranagar | alt= | url=https://www.eskagsanjeevani.com/hospital/baranagar-hospital/ | email= | address=87, Deshbandhu Rd | lat=22.646133 | long=88.370974 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2967 9999, +91 83350 45888 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} ====East Kolkata==== * {{listing | name=Apollo Gleneagles Hospital | alt= | url=http://kolkata.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address=58 Canal Circular Rd, EM Bypass | lat=22.57464 | long=88.40157 | directions= | phone=+91 33 23203040 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4780307 | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Charnock Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.charnockhospital.com/ | email=charnockhospital@gmail.com | address=BMC 195, MAR | lat=22.62578 | long=88.43506 | directions= | phone=+91 33 4050-0500 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25768392 | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Desun Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.desunhospital.com/ | email=desun@desunhospital.com | address=720, EM Bypass | lat=22.51458 | long=88.40325 | directions= | phone=+91 90517 15171 | tollfree= | hours=Open 24 hours, even during holidays | price= | wikidata=Q25714725 | lastedit=2025-01-27 | content=A superspecialty hospital in East Kolkata with modern equipment. Has a helicopter facility for emergency admission. }} * {{listing | name=ESI Hospital Maniktala | alt= | url= | email= | address=CIT Rd | lat=22.58573 | long=88.39231 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Manipal Hospitals, Broadway | alt= | url=https://www.manipalhospitals.com/broadway | email= | address=JC-16 & 17, Broadway Rd, Sector III | lat=22.56833 | long=88.41165 | directions=opposite Stadium Gate | phone= | tollfree=+1 800 102 4647 | hours=24 hours daily | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Manipal Hospitals, Mukundapur | alt= | url=https://www.manipalhospitals.com/mukundapur | email= | address=230, Pano Rd | lat=22.49381 | long=88.4021 | directions=off EM Bypass, behind Metro | phone=+91 33 6907 0000 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | image=AMRI Hospital - 230 Barakhola Lane - Mukundapur - EM Bypass - Kolkata 20180428171637.jpg | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Manipal Hospitals, Salt Lake | alt= | url=https://www.manipalhospitals.com/saltlake | email= | address=IB-193, Broadway Rd, IB Block, Sector III, Salt Lake | lat=22.57231 | long=88.41276 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1 800 102 4647 | hours=24 hours daily | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Medica Superspecialty Hospital | alt= | url=https://medicahospitals.in | email= | address=127, EM Bypass, Mukundapur | lat=22.4943 | long=88.40052 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25803722 | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Peerless Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.peerlesshospital.com/ | email= | address=360, Panchasayar Rd | lat=22.480937 | long=88.393793 | directions=off EM Bypass | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q30263004 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences | alt=RTIICS, RN Tagore Hospital | url=https://www.narayanahealth.org/hospitals/kolkata/rabindranath-tagore-international-institute-cardiac-sciences | email=rtiics@narayanahealth.org | address=124, EM Bypass | lat=22.491532 | long=88.402427 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | wikidata=Q28154462 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Ruby General Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.rubyhospital.com/ | email= | address=Kasba Golpark, EM Bypass | lat=22.514084 | long=88.402825 | directions= | phone=+91 33 39871800 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25803683 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Tata Medical Centre | alt= | url=https://tmckolkata.com/in/ | email= | address=14, MAR (E–W), DH Block, AA I | lat=22.577194 | long=88.4795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25714780 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} ====Ambulance==== * {{listing | name=Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy Seva Samity | alt= | url= | email= | address=156, Maharaja Nanda Kumar Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 09088948931 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Medicine World | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gopal Lal Tagore Rd| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 09674617538, +91 09339395012 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=St. John's Ambulance | alt= | url= | email= | address=5, Government Pl | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 33 22485277 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-08-28 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Wochhardt Medical Centre | address=2/7, Sarat Bose Rd | phone= +91 33 24754320 }} * {{listing | name=Young Corner | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 09331821441 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ===Newspapers=== Local newspapers can be handy and reliable sources for day to day updates about the city. The city has number of newspapers and other publication that list local happenings. There are different options for newspapers including daily, weekly and bi-weekly. Some of the popular newspapers are ''[https://bartamanpatrika.com/home Bartaman]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}'' (Bengali), ''[https://www.anandabazar.com/ Anandabazar Patrika]'' (Bengali), ''[https://www.thestatesman.com/ The Statesman]'', ''[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/ The Times of India]'', ''[http://indianexpress.com/ Indian Express]'', ''[http://www.hindustantimes.com Hindustan Times]'' and ''[http://www.freepressjournal.in Free Press Journal]''. For the business updates, check ''[http://economictimes.indiatimes.com Economic Times]''. ===Religious services=== * {{listing | name=Anjuman Atash Adaran Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=91, Metcalfe St | lat=22.57081 | long=88.35451 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q68469904 | lastedit=2025-07-25 | content=The only Parsi (Zoroastrian) temple in Kolkata. }} * {{listing | name=Sibtainabad Imambara | alt= | url= | email= | address=P-34, Garden Reach Rd | lat=22.549257 | long=88.284175 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q56688361 | lastedit=2025-07-25 | content=The major place of worship for Shi'a Muslims in Kolkata. }} ==Go next== ===West Bengal=== [[File:Tourists exploring Sundarbans on country boat near Rajat Jubilee Ghat, West Bengal, India 01.jpg|thumb|Sundarbans National Park]] *'''[[Bishnupur (West Bengal)|Bishnupur]]''' — Famous for terracotta temples, clay sculptures and silk sarees. *'''[[Darjeeling Hills]]''' — A mountainous region home to [[Darjeeling]], [[Kalimpong]] and [[Mirik]]. When Darjeeling is your destination, you could travel the last {{km|72}} by a combination of bus/train and the famous [[Darjeeling Himalayan Railway]]. *'''[[Digha]]''' — A beach town in the southern part of the state. Buses from Esplanade Bus Station. *'''[[Santiniketan]]''' — Famous for the ''ashramik'' school and university founded by Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore, the town is also known for its handmade leather crafts and ''kantha'' stitch sarees. *'''[[Sundarbans National Park]]''' — Part of the largest littoral mangrove in the world, and home to the famous Bengal Tigers. ===Elsewhere=== *'''[[Bangladesh]]''' — Tickets for buses running to the border and Dhaka can be reserved at Shyamoli Yatri Paribahan. Beware that several travel agencies around this area also sell tickets for these buses, but at very inflated prices. At the border, it's best to change money on the Indian side. *'''[[Bhutan]]''' — Tucked away in the corner of the bus station is a small Bhutanese Government kiosk selling tickets for buses running to the Bhutanese border town of [[Phuentsholing]]. Buses depart Tu Th Sa at 9PM, and the 18-hr journey costs ₹300. {{routebox | placename=Kolkata (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH12-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | image1c=NH-706_BGD.svg | imagesize1c=100 | directionl1=NW | majorl1=[[Bardhaman]] | minorl1=[[Howrah]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Jessore]] | minorr1=[[Bangaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Kolkata (National Highway routes) | image1=NH12-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Krishnanagar]] | minorl1=[[Santipur]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Bakkhali]] | minorr1=[[Diamond Harbour]] | image2=NH112-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=NE | majorl2=Becomes [[File:NH-706_BGD.svg|36px]] | minorl2=[[Bangaon]] | directionr2=SW | majorr2=Ends at [[File:NH12-IN.svg|20px]] | minorr2= }} {{routebox | placename=Kolkata (State Highway routes) | image1=WB SH1-IND.png | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=E | majorl1=[[Kalyani]] | minorl1=[[Barrackpore]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=Ends at [[File:NH12-IN.svg|18px]] | minorr1=[[Jaynagar Majilpur]] | image2=WB SH2-IND.png | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Tarakeswar]] | minorl2=[[Howrah]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Basirhat]] | minorr2=[[Barasat]] | image3=WB SH3-IND.png | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Krishnanagar]] | minorl3=[[Bangaon]] | directionr3=SE | majorr3=[[Sundarbans National Park]] | minorr3=[[Canning]] }} {{Usablecity}} {{geo|22.5726723|88.3638815|zoom=13}} {{isPartOf|South Bengal}} {{hasDocent|2006nishan178713}} {{local time}} ibcw0o63j07qervfaf32jnpuf9ugl1r 5328647 5328646 2026-08-15T06:56:00Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328647 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|BBDBag Pano-2.jpg|unesco_ich=yes|caption=BBD Bagh}} {{printDistricts}} {{confused|[[Kozhikode]], formerly '''Calicut''', a city in [[Kerala]] (Keralam)}} [[File:Victoria Memorial By Saprativa.jpg|thumb|upright=1.05|The Victoria Memorial]] '''Kolkata''' ([[Bengali phrasebook|Bengali]]: কলকাতা ''Kolkātā'', [[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]: कोलकाता ''Kolkātā''), the capital of [[West Bengal]], is one of the largest in [[India]], with a metro population of over 22.5 million (2025). Once called '''Calcutta''' in colonial times and is still fondly called as such, the city once served as the capital of the [[British Raj]] till 1911. It is an "in your face" city that shocks and charms the unsuspecting visitor. Long known as the cultural capital of India and home to the Bengali Renaissance, the "City of Joy" (the sobriquet became more famous after the publication of a novel of the same name) continues to spawn generations of poets, writers, film directors and Nobel Prize winners. If your trip only allows for a visit to one or two of India's metropolitan cities, then definitely consider placing Kolkata on your itinerary. It is arguably one of the most socially, culturally and politically progressive cities in India. Love it or hate it, you definitely won't forget the "City of Joy". ==Districts== {{Mapframe|22.556|88.355|width=450|height=450|zoom=12}} {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/Kolkata.map}}<!-- districts --> {{mapshapes|Q1048849}}<!-- metro --> {{Regionlist | region1name=[[Kolkata/BBD Bagh|BBD Bagh]] | region1color=#d5dc76 | region1items=GPO, High Court, Lal Dighi, Lok Bhavan, Netaji Subhas Road, Old Court House Street, Writers' Building | region1description=The colonial district is still the city's central administrative district, with one of the best remnants of British colonial architecture in the world. | region2name=[[Kolkata/Esplanade|Esplanade]] | region2color=#4f93c0 | region2items=Chowringhee, Entally, Esplanade Row East, Free School Street, Lenin Sarani, New Market, Park Street, Shakespeare Sarani, Sudder Street, Taltala | region2description=The modern heart of Kolkata, and the city's central business district. | region3name=[[Kolkata/Maidan|Maidan]] | region3color=#71b37b | region3items=Hooghly Riverfront, Indira Gandhi Sarani, Strand Road, Victoria Memorial, Vijay Durg | region3description=A {{ha|400}} urban space with numerous festivals, sports, rallies and protests. | region4name=[[Kolkata/South|South Kolkata]] | region4color=#ac5c91 | region4items=Alipore, Ballygunge, Bhowanipore, Chetla, Gariahat, Park Circus, Rabindra Sarobar, Rash Behari | region4description=The posh and new part of the city. | region5name=[[Kolkata/Southern Suburbs|Southern Suburbs]] | region5color=#578e86 | region5items=Behala, Dhakuria, Garden Reach, Garia, Jadavpur, Joka, Kidderpore, New Alipore, Pailan, Patuli, Taratala, Tollygunge | region5description=The rapidly mushrooming localities to the south of the city. This is a relatively newer part of the city where a lot of expansion is going on. | region6name=[[Kolkata/North|North Kolkata]] | region6color=#d09440 | region6items=Bagbazar, Bowbazar, Burrabazar, Chandni Chowk, College Street, Hatibagan, Jorasanko, Kumartuli, Maniktala, Rabindra Sarani, Shyambazar, Sovabazar | region6description=The older area of the city, a fascinating district dominated by narrow little lanes and hundreds of century-old buildings. North Kolkata was known as Black Town during the British period as it was home to the native population. | region7name=[[Kolkata/Northern Suburbs|Northern Suburbs]] | region7color=#8a84a3 | region7items=Baguiati, Baranagar, Belgachia, Birati, Chitpur, Cossipore, Dakshineswar, Dum Dum, Lake Town, Nagerbazar, Sinthee, VIP Road | region7description=The large industrial area to the north of the city with a number of factories, including jute, paper, cotton, ordnance and chemicals. Also a major transport hub in the city where air travel and rapid transit converge. | region8name=[[Kolkata/East|East Kolkata]] | region8color=#d56d76 | region8items=Anandapur, Bantala, Beleghata, Chinar Park, EM Bypass, Kasba, Mukundapur, New Town, Salt Lake, Santoshpur, Tangra, Ultadanga | region8description=Rapidly developing, especially the IT and finance sectors. Home to many shopping malls, five-star hotels, theme parks, posh housing estates and technology parks. }} == Understand== [[File:LL-Q9610 (ben)-Titodutta-কলকাতা.wav|right]] [[File:Kolkata in West Bengal (India).svg|thumb|upright=0.8|Location of Kolkata in West Bengal]] Kolkata ([[Bengali]]: ''KOHL-kah-tah'') is the main business, commercial and financial hub of eastern India. Spread along the eastern banks of the Hooghly River, Kolkata was once the administrative centre of the [[British Raj]], governing a vast region that stretched from [[Pakistan]] to [[Myanmar|Burma]] (Myanmar) and the "second city of the [[British Empire]] after [[London]]". ===Name=== The name "Kolkata" is derived from ''Kolikātā'' (কলিকাতা), the name of one of the three villages in the area before the arrival of the British. There has been much debate regarding the origin of the name. Some say the name derives from ''Kālīkhyetro'' (কালীক্ষেত্র), meaning the "land of [the goddess] Kali". Another theory is that the place used to specialise in quicklime (কলি ''koli'') and coir rope (কাতা ''kātā''). The name was officially changed from Calcutta to Kolkata in 2001 by the then-left Government of West Bengal. However, the name "Calcutta" still survives in the names of certain institutions. ===History=== [[File:Howrah_bridge_at_night.jpg|thumb|Howrah Bridge at night]] Kolkata's history is intimately related to the British East India Company, which arrived in 1690, and to British India, of which Calcutta became the capital in 1772. Job Charnock was widely known as the founder of Calcutta. There were 3 villages named Sutanuti, Gobindapur and Kalikata. Later the village Kalikata became the city of Kolkata. But some Indian historians have disputed this claim, arguing that Kolkata developed naturally over a period, centred on the ancient Kali temple at Kalighat and the port at Kidderpore. Whatever its origins, Calcutta flowered as the capital of British India during the 19th century, the heyday of [[British Raj|the Raj]]. The University of Calcutta, the first modern Indian university, was founded here in 1857. Calcutta became the centre of Indian arts and literature and the national movement for independence got its start here. However, with the transfer of the capital to Delhi in 1911 and the pains of the partition of Bengal in 1947, a violent repressive and feudal state machinery was operational for nearly the first two decades after independence. Calcutta became plagued by power outages, labour unrest, disappearing industry and violence from the ideologically-motivated Maoist movement (the Naxalbari movement) in the 1970s. In 1985, the then-Prime Minister of India Rajiv Gandhi referred to the city as a "dying city" because of the social and political traumas. In 1977, a "Left Front" coalition of the Communist and Marxist parties came to power and ruled West Bengal for 34 years. This is reflected in street names and memorials in the city with names like Lenin Sarani and Ho Chi Minh Sarani. During this period, the various egalitarian approaches implemented at improving the living standards of the downtrodden have helped the city in bridging the wealth gap and decreasing impoverishment. ===Economy=== [[File:Kolkata maidan.jpg|thumb|Chowringhee Road business district]] Once India's leading city, Kolkata experienced a steady economic decline in the decades following India's independence due to a steep population increase and a rise in militant trade unionism. From the 1960s to the late 1990s, several factories were closed and businesses relocated. Despite this, the city's fortunes have looked up since the early 1990s, coinciding with the liberalisation of the Indian economy. Kolkata's economy is now amongst the fastest-growing in India. The landscape of the city is also fast changing with flyovers, gardens and several new commercial establishments. The new metro city is characterised by popular spots such as multiplexes, theatres, clubs, pubs, coffee shops, and museums. The old Central Business District (CBD) is the main seat of the Government of West Bengal. Several banks have their corporate or regional headquarters around the [[BBD Bagh]] area. Many of Kolkata's older business groups have their main offices here. The area is a mix of multi-storeyed office blocks and colonial buildings. The newer CBD is around the south of Park Street, Camac Street and Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road. Several high-rise office blocks including some of Kolkata's tallest commercial buildings are in this area. An even newer CBD is being developed across Salt Lake and New Town, which is part of an effort to relieve congestion in the core city. Many government offices have shifted to high-rise office buildings lining Salt Lake's Central Park. Since 2000, information technology (IT) services revitalised the city's stagnant economy. With the expansion of Ecospace and Bengal Silicon Valley (BSV) in New Town, and Sector V in Salt Lake, Kolkata is rapidly turning into a pro-IT city, with various private sector companies setting up regional offices here. The city also has experienced growth in the manufacturing sector, with industrial estates at Bantala, Kasba, Taratala etc. ===Culture=== [[File:Belvedere Building - Indian National Library - Belvedere Estate - Kolkata 2014-05-02 4740.JPG|thumb|National Library of India]] Kolkata is known for its literary, artistic and revolutionary heritage and it was the birthplace of modern Indian literary and artistic thought. The city has a tradition of political graffiti depicting everything from outrageous slander to witty banter and limericks, caricatures and propaganda. Kolkata has been called the "City of Palaces", because of the numerous palatial mansions built all over the city. During British rule, the city witnessed a spate of frenzied construction activity of buildings largely influenced by the conscious intermingling of Gothic, Baroque, Roman, Oriental and Islamic schools of design. The layout of much of the architectural variety in Kolkata owes its origins to European styles and tastes imported by the British and, to a much lesser extent, the Portuguese and French. However, many of these structures are in various stages of decay, as of 2022. Some of the major buildings of this period are well maintained and several buildings have been declared as heritage structures. Kolkata is also famous for the film industry around Tollygunge, known as "Tollywood" (a blend of Tollygunge and Hollywood). From the beginning of the silent era in 1919 to the talking era in the 1930s and the golden days of the 1950s to the 1970s has been a chequered history. It has seen renowned filmmakers like Satyajit Ray, Ritwik Ghatak, Mrinal Sen and Tapan Sinha. ===Orientation=== {{infobox|Place name changes|After India's independence, many colonial place names in Kolkata were changed, including streets. They were named after either freedom activists (Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Rash Behari Bose, Mahatma Gandhi), prime ministers (Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi), famed scientists (Jagadish Chandra Bose, Prafulla Chandra Ray) or international personalities (Lenin, Ho Chi Minh, Shakespeare). For a traveller, the practical problem would be that many places would have multiple names in usage. The new names are seen on maps and posters, while the old names are still used by some locals. So you need to be careful about specifying which place you need to get to. The district articles use the most common name in usage, with the official name in parentheses. A few important common names and their corresponding official names to remember are given at the table below. }} {| class="wikitable sortable floatright" |- ! Common name !! Official name |- | Amherst Street || Raja Rammohan Roy Sarani (RRR Sarani) |- | Camac Street || Abanindranath Thakur Sarani (AT Sarani) |- | Central Avenue || Chittaranjan Avenue (CR Avenue) |- | Chowringhee Road || Jawaharlal Nehru Road (JL Nehru Road) |- | Dalhousie Square || Benoy-Badal-Dinesh Bagh (BBD Bagh) |- | Grey Street || Sri Aurobindo Sarani |- | Park Street || Mother Teresa Sarani (MT Sarani) |- | Red Road || Indira Gandhi Sarani (IG Sarani) |- | Salt Lake || Bidhannagar |- | Southern Avenue || Dr. Meghnad Saha Sarani |- | VIP Road || Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue (KNI Avenue) |} Kolkata can be roughly divided into two sections along Park Street. North of Park Street is the more congested part of the city. South of Park Street is the slightly better-planned section of the city, with wider roads and a better-equipped police force for keeping law and order. The better planning in South Kolkata is because it was built much later. The North is the real, old Kolkata, and most of the oldest families and buildings are there. Over the past several decades, the city has expanded to the south and the east, with the "Greater Kolkata" region spanning over {{km2|1880}}, from [[Kalyani]] to [[Jaynagar Majilpur]]. Heavy construction activity along the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass has been changing the face of the city. Luxury hotels, convention centres, speciality hospitals, condominium complexes, malls, and multiplexes are coming up at a rapid pace. The city's expansion on the eastern side is spearheaded by the construction of a new satellite township called New Town, adjacent to the well-planned Salt Lake. It is one of the largest planned urban developments in India. Kolkata consists of numerous neighbourhoods (পাড়া, ''pāṛā'') that possess a strong sense of community. They have their own clubs and sometimes playgrounds. Between the river Hooghly and Chowringhee Road, the Maidan (open field) is said to be the lungs of Kolkata. The lush green meadow also houses Fort William, Victoria Memorial, and several sporting clubs. Kolkatans love to stroll in the Maidan. The residential buildings are mainly low-rise and comprise older colonial buildings and numerous new four-storied apartment blocks. 10- to 12-storey apartment blocks have come up in large numbers in South Kolkata. The city has relaxed its rules on high-rise construction, and 20-storey buildings are becoming more common. However, slums and dilapidated structures exist in many pockets of the city and house over 25% of the city's population (2001 census). Slum redevelopment schemes have helped improve living conditions to a small extent, but efforts to shift slum dwellers to newer developments have often met with resistance and failure because many of the slums are in prime areas of the city and the slum dwellers who are integrated into the social structure of the neighbourhood do not want to shift. ===People=== Kolkata is a multicultural and cosmopolitan city, with diversity from all over India, as well as including Europeans (including Germans, Armenians, and others) and other Asians (including Chinese, Sinhalese, and Tibetans). Kolkata is also notable for being home to India's largest Chinatown, which continues to be home to a handful of ethnic Chinese residents whose families have lived in India for several generations. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Kolkata (Alipore) 1991-2020 |14.3 |25.5 |15.4 |18.1 |29.4 |24.6 |22.9 |33.7 |36.8 |25.7 |35.4 |55.0 |26.8 |35.5 |118.5 |27.1 |34.1 |276.7 |26.7 |32.5 |371.6 |26.6 |32.3 |372.1 |26.3 |32.6 |325.0 |24.4 |32.3 |179.6 |20.1 |30.2 |32.6 |15.5 |26.7 |5.6 |float=right |clear=right |description =Source: [https://www.imdpune.gov.in/library/public/Climatological%20Tables%201991-2020.pdf IMD] }} Kolkata has three main seasons: summer, monsoon, and winter. Summer, from March–May, is hot and humid with temperatures touching 38-42°C. Monsoon starts in June and lasts till September or October. This is the time when heavy showers sometimes lead to waterlogging in a few areas. Winter is from November to February. This is the best season to visit the city, as the weather is very pleasant with temperatures ranging between 8 and 20°. ===Read=== * ''Calcutta: Past and Present'' (1905) by Kathleen Blechynden. It gives a detailed background of the British-era Calcutta as the former capital of India, as well as the city's lifestyle in the early 20th century. * ''City of Joy'' (1985) by Dominique Lapierre. ===Watch=== * ''Citi Life - Calcutta My El Dorado'' by Mrinal Sen. * ''City of Joy'' (1992) by Roland Jaffé. Film adaption on the book of the same name by Dominique Lapierre. ===Visitor information=== * {{listing | name=Tourism Centre | alt= | url= | email=wbtourismpublicity1@gmail.com | address=3/2, BBD Bagh E | lat=22.57045 | long=88.35014 | directions=near Great Eastern Hotel | phone=+91 33 22436440 | tollfree=1800 2121 655 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-07-04 | content=The staff at the Tourism Centre is very helpful and the centre has a lot of information on West Bengal tourism. You can book a government lodge there before travelling to your favourite destination. }} Official websites: * [https://www.kmcgov.in/ Kolkata Municipal Corporation] * [https://kmda.wb.gov.in/ Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority] ==Talk== '''[[Bengali phrasebook|Bengali]]''' is the native language of the majority in Kolkata. Many educated locals also understand English and some [[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]. Many shopkeepers and taxi drivers can communicate in Hindi or broken English, and government offices will typically have English-speaking staff on duty. The Bengali dialect spoken by the educated class of Kolkata forms the basis of the modern standard register (''colito bhāshā''), largely replacing the archaic Sanskritised register (''sādhu bhāshā'') still found in some Bengali signs. Other than that, the traditional working class of the city has its own dialect, often called "Calcutta Cockney" in linguistics. In addition, Kolkata has developed its own dialect of [[Urdu phrasebook|Urdu]], called ''Kalkatiya'' (کلکتیا). It is largely confined to the older residents of the city's Muslim neighbourhoods, many of whom came from [[Bihar]]. The dialect has influences from Bengali, Bhojpuri and Magadhi languages. The educated locals of the neighbourhoods tend to use Standard Urdu, which is closer to the Hindi spoken in the city. Even though Hindi is common in Kolkata, a few Bengalis are sensitive to it. There has been some cases of prejudice against Hindi speakers in the city. Although it's generally not a problem getting by with only English, learning some Bengali will make your trip much smoother. ==Get in== ===By plane=== [[File:External_view_of_Netaji_Subhas_Chandra_Bose_International_Airport.jpg|thumb|Exterior of Kolkata Airport]] * {{go | name=Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport | alt={{IATA|CCU}}, Dum Dum Airport, Kolkata Airport | url=https://www.aai.aero/en/airports/kolkata | email=apdkolkata@aai.aero | address=Jessore Rd | lat=22.653889 | long=88.446667 | directions=about {{km|18}} outside the city centre | phone=+91 33 2511 8036, +91 33 2511 8787, +91 33 3987 4987 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 2511 9266 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q388535 | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content=The airport has excellent connectivity with most of the major cities in India, including [[Delhi]], [[Mumbai]], [[Bangalore]] and [[Hyderabad]]. It is a major centre for flights to [[Siliguri]] and [[North-Eastern India]], [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]], [[Southeast Asia]] and the [[Middle East]]ern cities of [[Dubai]] and [[Doha]]. }} Although the airport is large and spacious, after immigration it lacks the facilities generally associated with busy international airports; there is no cafe, only one sit-down restaurant, very limited number of small shops, and no free Wi-Fi. Toilets are also sparse and far apart. The airport has a well-established facility of prepaid taxis and air-conditioned buses connecting it to the city centre. Parking facilities at the airport terminal include two underground parking levels accommodating 3,000 cars, and outdoor car parking which can handle an additional 2,000 cars. DigiYatra facility is available at departure gates 2B and 3A, security hold area 1, 2 and 3 and boarding gates 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 and 23. Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' State-run air-conditioned buses are available to get into the city centre. Cheaper, and hassle-free, and since you can hail a taxi anywhere in the city centre to take you to your final destination, you do not need to worry. The buses are parked outside the arrival gate at the integrated terminal. Do not be dissuaded by the taxi touts, who would try to make you believe that the buses do not run anymore. * '''By metro:''' The airport is served by {{station|Jai Hind|yellow}} in front of the parking lot. * '''By taxi:''' In case you are arriving at busy hours, it is better to get a prepaid taxi (₹150-250), which takes you directly to your destination. There is no practice of tipping taxi drivers anywhere in India. Moreover, app-based cab services (such as Ola and Uber) are also available from the airport. ===By train=== {{seealso|Rail travel in India}} Kolkata is served by five major railway stations across the metropolis, which connects the city to almost all the major stations in India. Most local trains serving Kolkata run from Howrah and Sealdah stations. The trains run as far as Lalgola (near [[Murshidabad]]) at the north, [[Hasnabad]] at the east, [[Namkhana]] at the south, [[Midnapore]] at the southwest and [[Bardhaman]] at the west. ====Howrah==== [[File:Howrah Station, Kolkata West Bengal.jpg|thumb|Howrah Station]] {{main|Howrah Station}} * {{go | name={{station|Howrah|hwh|ser}} | alt=code: '''HWH''' | url= | email= | address=RBC Rd | lat=22.582871 | long=88.342811 | directions= | phone=+91 79857 27760 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q986105 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=The largest railway complex in India with over 600 trains arriving per day, including local trains. An estimated two million people use the station every day. Wholly owned by the Eastern Railway (ER), Howrah station is divided into three parts: the Old Complex, the New Complex and the Howrah Metro complex. For passengers, there is a large, covered waiting area between the complexes and the platforms for passengers awaiting connecting trains. Free Wi-Fi is present at the station. }} Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' Buses to Howrah Station stop to a bus terminal close to the Howrah Bridge. Air-conditioned buses are available between Howrah Station and Kolkata Airport. * '''By metro:''' Howrah is served by the Green Line {{rint|kolkata|green}}. The station is on the footpath connecting the Old Complex to the New Complex. * '''By taxi or cab:''' There are taxi stands outside Howrah Station, where taxis and cabs are parked in long queues. * '''By car:''' The station platforms have two "cab roads" for cars within the complex. Bankim Setu at the end of the platforms allows the cars to exit the complex quickly. After exiting the complex, take the Howrah Bridge and cross the Hooghly River. * '''By ferry:''' There is a ferry terminal ("ghat") opposite the station that can get you to the opposite side of the river. It takes ₹5 to cross the river. ====Sealdah==== [[File:Sealdah Railway Station Outside - শিয়ালদহ রেলস্টেশন.jpg|thumb|Sealdah Station]] {{main|Sealdah Station}} * {{go | name={{station|Sealdah|sdahm|sdahs}} | alt=code: '''SDAH''' | url= | email= | address=APC Rd, Sealdah | lat=22.567966 | long=88.371105 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3347406 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=One of the busiest railway stations in India with a huge number of people commuting to the city for work. The station is divided into Sealdah North, Sealdah Main and Sealdah South. There are 21 platforms in the station, five of which are in Sealdah North, nine in Sealdah Main and seven in Sealdah South. Sealdah North and Sealdah Main terminals are used for most local and express trains, while Sealdah South terminal is used for the local trains from [[South 24 Parganas]]. }} Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' Although there's a bus stop named Sealdah, the stop is about {{m|500}} north of Sealdah station. The nearest bus stop to the station is {{station|Beliaghata Main Road - NRS Hospital|bus}}. * '''By metro:''' Sealdah is served by the Kolkata Metro Line {{rint|kolkata|green}}, and the metro platforms can be accessed within or outside the railway station. One can take a metro from Sealdah to reach different places in [[Kolkata/East|East Kolkata]]. * '''By taxi:''' There are prepaid taxis to enter the city. The prepaid taxi stand is just outside the station's main entrance. The counter is under a tin shed. ====Kolkata==== [[File:Kolkata_Railway_Station_(KOAA)_01.jpg|thumb|Kolkata Station]] * {{go | name={{station|Kolkata|sdahm}} | alt=code: KOAA | url= | email= | address=Chitpur | lat=22.601277 | long=88.384147 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6427323 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=Opened in 2009, it receives a number of trains which used to terminate at Sealdah station. The station is linked to the Sealdah-Ranaghat Line and is served by the Eastern Railway for trains to [[Hooghly|Bandel]], Kalyani Simanta, [[Santipur]], [[Krishnanagar]], [[Dankuni]], [[Bangaon]], [[Taki|Hasnabad]] and others. There are five platforms in the station. The first two platforms are used by only suburban trains and the remaining three are used by long-distance trains. Kolkata station runs many long-distance express trains including two pairs of the Garib Rath Express, the Khwaja Garib Nawaz Madar–Kolkata Express etc. and one long-distance passenger train to [[Lalgola]]. There are two international trains from [[Bangladesh]], the ''Maitree Express'' runs from [[Dhaka]] three times per week and the ''Bandhan Express'' runs from [[Khulna]] once per week. }} Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' The bus routes from the station are:<!-- include bus routes with numbers only, with bus stops that serve Wikivoyage listings --> ** '''K1: Hatishala–Kolkata Station''', via Newtown, Karunamoyee, City Center I, Ultadanga Station, Shyambazar and RG Kar Hospital ** '''KB22: Kolkata Station–Jamirgachi''', via RG Kar Hospital, Shyambazar, Ultadanga Station, City Center I, Central Park, Karunamoyee and Newtown ====Santragachi Junction==== [[File:Santragachi Railway Station - Howrah 2012-01-26 1624.JPG|thumb|Santragachi Junction]] * {{go | name={{station|Santragachi Junction|ser}} | alt=code: '''SRC''' | url= | email= | address=NH 12, Santragachi | lat=22.5838 | long=88.2843 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7420706 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=There are six platforms in the station. Serves local trains to [[Howrah (district)|Howrah]], [[Purba Medinipur]] and [[Paschim Medinipur]] districts. A few trains originate from Santragachi station to [[Ajmer]], [[Porbandar]] and [[Nanded]], and the Vivek Express runs to [[Mangalore]] Central starting from Santragachi. Almost all Howrah/Shalimar bound express/mail trains stop here. Santragachi also has a big bus terminus with bus services to various places in Kolkata, Howrah and beyond. }} Transport options to central Kolkata: * '''By bus:''' The bus routes from the station are:<!-- include bus routes with numbers only, with bus stops that serve Wikivoyage listings --> ** '''K11: Domjur–Rabindra Sadan (Exide)''', via PG Hospital, Vidyasagar Setu, Toll Plaza, Santragachi and Salap ** '''KB15: Anandapur–Santragachi Bus Terminal''', via Ruby Hospital, Acropolis Mall, Kasba Thana, Bijan Setu (Ballygunge Station), Gariahat, Minto Park, Camac Street, Exide, PG Hospital, Toll Plaza and Santragachi ** '''RT-26: Santragachi–Esplanade''', via Tikiapara, Howrah Maidan, Howrah Station, Barabazar and Dalhousie ====Shalimar==== * {{go | name={{station|Shalimar|ser}} | alt=code: '''SHM''' | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.556389 | long=88.314722 | directions=near Vidyasagar Setu | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7487222 | lastedit=2026-07-07 | content=A small railway station compared to Howrah station and one of the cleanest, most well-maintained and non-congested railway terminals in Kolkata. It handles a few local and several express trains. There are small eateries serving snacks on the platform and eateries serving lunch outside the station. There is a taxi stand outside the station and the most direct service to and from the station. }} ===By bus=== [[File:Esplanade Bus Station.jpg|thumb|Esplanade Bus Terminus]] Kolkata is well served by buses from destinations both inside and outside India. There are buses from [[Bangladesh]], [[North-Eastern India]], [[Bihar]], [[Jharkhand]], [[Odisha]], [[Sikkim]] and [[Bhutan]]. Intercity bus termini in Kolkata include: * {{Go | name=Babughat Bus Terminus | alt= | url= | email= | address=~8 Strand Rd | lat=22.56507 | long=88.33976 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Babughat Bus Terminus in Kolkata 01.jpg | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{go | name=Esplanade Bus Terminus | alt=Dharmatala Bus Stand | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.56325 | long=88.35039 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-26 | content=It has bus terminals for buses from Bangladesh, Bhutan, Sikkim, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar and other parts of the country. }} * {{go | name=SBSTC Bus Stand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.564370 | long=88.349577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-05-26 | content=A newer bus stand opposite the terminal for SBSTC buses. }} *{{go | name=Shyamoli Paribahan Bus Depot | alt= | url= | email= | address=10, Marquis St | lat=22.5558 | long=88.35407 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2252 0802 | tollfree= | content=Provides buses to [[Bangladesh]] and a select few destinations in West Bengal. Shyamoli Paribahan handles the border transfer from one bus to another so well that it seems a better option to many than the direct service. }} ===By car=== National highway numbers 12, 16, and 19, and the [[Grand Trunk Road]] radiate from the city, providing links to most parts of the country. ===By boat=== '''Ganga Vilas''', India's luxurious river cruise, has a stop at Kolkata. Besides, there are various ferry options from [[Howrah]], [[Serampore]] and [[Uttarpara]]. ==Get around== {{seealso|Public transport in Greater Kolkata}} {{mapframe|show=go}} {{mapshapes|Q1048849|group=go}}<!-- Metro --> {{mapshapes|Q15114293|group=go}}<!-- Tram --> Kolkata has an extensive public transport network, from the modern rapid transit system to the century-old heritage tram system. ===By taxi or cab=== [[File:AC Taxi (25 February 2024).jpg|thumb|A white taxi on EM Bypass]] {{infobox |Farewell to an icon |Kolkata no longer looks the same without the plethora of yellow Hindustan Ambassador taxis that once plied on the streets. Originally a locally manufactured copy of the 1950s-vintage Morris Oxford, the yellow Ambassadors, along with the heritage trams, are synonymous with the entire city. However, these iconic Ambassadors are phased out in 2025 in favour of Maruti Suzuki Wagon R cabs, and these modern vehicles may not appeal to the seniors who used to ride on their lovely Ambassadors. But you may still find those old Ambies in rural areas outside the city. |image=Kolkata Taxi by Piyal Kundu.jpg }} Taxis and cabs are a popular mode of transport in Kolkata. Both are easily available, relatively cheap, and will use their meters, at least in theory. The usual way to call such vehicles is to hail one on the street. Besides, there are dedicated taxi stands at Howrah and Sealdah stations. Older vehicle models are often referred to as "taxis", while newer ones are referred to as "cabs". Mainly, three types of taxis and cabs are available in Kolkata: yellow cabs, white taxis, and app cabs. * The '''yellow cabs''', also called '''heritage cabs''', are one of the most popular vehicles for hire in Kolkata. Run by Heritage Mobility, these cabs are essentially modified Maruti Suzuki Wagon R vehicles adorned with yellow livery. * The '''white taxis''' are air conditioned, and there is a 25% extra charge for turning the air-conditioner on. These are modified Maruti Suzuki Swift DZires. * The '''app cabs''' are online ride-hailing services, and these are easily available (round-the-clock), reasonably priced and comfortable. Like the rest of India, Uber, Ola, and Rapido are the major app cab operators in Kolkata. There's also a mobile app for booking yellow cabs and white taxis, called '''Yatri Sathi''' (literally "passengers' companion"). However, taxi and cab drivers sometimes refuse to go to some remote locations (like Behala, Bansdroni, Howrah) where they wouldn't get any passengers while returning. If they agree, they will demand high pay; be ready for such a situation. It is a crime for a taxi or cab driver to refuse a request to go to certain destinations, and they can be fined, but if you threaten the driver with a complaint to the police, they will simply ask you to complain. ===By metro=== [[File:Kolkata Metro at Ravindra Sadan station.jpg|thumb|The Kolkata Metro is the oldest metro system in India]] The oldest rail rapid transit system in India, the '''Kolkata Metro''' is the fastest, cleanest, most reliable, least crowded (though still rather crowded) and most efficient of all the transportation Kolkata has to offer. As of 2025, five lines are operational and more are under construction. The four-seat sections at each end of a coach are reserved for senior citizens and the physically challenged. The two middle seat sections, between the general seat sections on each side, are reserved for women. Smoking is also strictly prohibited on the metro premises. Violating any of these incurs a penalty. ===By tram=== [[File:Trams in Kolkata.svg|thumb|[[File:Tram-Logo.svg|20px]] (2023)]] [[File:Calcutta blue trams, Kolkata, India.jpg|thumb|A blue tram in Kolkata.]] Kolkata has the only tram service in all of India and the oldest surviving electric tram network in Asia. Though decommissioned in some parts of the city, electric trams are still one of the means of travelling between a few places within the city. Operated by the '''West Bengal Transport Corporation'''{{Dead link|date=April 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} (WBTC) since 2016, they move slowly on the laid tracks in traffic-jammed streets, but they are environment-friendly (no emissions on the street, only at the source of energy generation). The network includes two tram routes, as of 2025. ===By train=== [[File:KolkataLocalTrain.JPG|thumb|A local train at Hridaypur station]] Most daily commuters to Kolkata rely upon the electrified suburban rail network of the Eastern Railway (ER), commonly referred to as "local trains". The network is extensive and includes the Kolkata Circular Rail or ''chakra rail''. Depending on the route, local trains can be extremely crowded. It is less expensive to travel around by train as compared to private cabs or taxis. Men must not enter the ''Ladies'' compartment, even as a family. ===By bus=== [[File:Calcutta city bus (7354429936).jpg|thumb|A bus in Kolkata]] The city has an extensive bus network (possibly the most exhaustive in the whole of India) and this is the cheapest, though not always the most comfortable means of transport. The routes are written all over the colourful buses in Bengali and also in English. The conductors call out their destinations to everyone he's passing and all you have to do is wave at the bus anywhere and it will stop, at times causing a small queue of other cars behind it. Esplanade is a major bus terminus in Kolkata. Karunamoyee in Bidhannagar is another major bus depot. Some buses operate from the Babughat area in Maidan as well. Among the buses that ply the city streets, the deluxe buses run by JNNURM (Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission) and WBTC (West Bengal Transport Corporation) are probably the better option. Air-conditioned buses (Volvo) are also available to many destinations. ===By rickshaw=== [[File:Manpowered rickshaw.JPG|thumb|A human-pulled rickshaw in Kolkata]] [[File:Auto-rickshaw in Kolkata (18 June 2022).jpg|thumb|An auto-rickshaw in South Kolkata]] There are four types of rickshaws in Kolkata: human-pulled rickshaws, cycle rickshaws, auto-rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Rickshaws pulled by men are a common sight in Kolkata and they are mainly found in some old localities of Kolkata. These rickshaws usually operate over short distances and mainly run on narrow lanes and they are not allowed to ply over main roads. They take more fare than cycle-rickshaws. Cycle rickshaws are the most convenient mean of transport in Kolkata. They are very cheap and can accommodate two adults. Unlike auto-rickshaws, they can go to any place in a particular region. In Kolkata, there are shared auto-rickshaws, i.e. the auto-rickshaws don't ferry just a single person but four people at a time. Auto-rickshaws have a fixed route and a vehicle of that route travel on that particular route only. However, unlike taxis, they don't refuse passengers. The fare of an auto-rickshaw is much less than that of a taxi, with the minimum fare being ₹10. Be prepared to give the exact fare as they are very reluctant to give change. Electric rickshaws, popularly known as ''totos'' or e-rickshaws, are battery-operated alternatives to auto-rickshaws and cycle rickshaws because of their low fuel cost and less human effort compared to cycle rickshaws. They generally operate in suburban Kolkata. The fare of rickshaws is not set by meters, as fares are fixed by the respective rickshaw association. After 10 PM, rickshaw drivers may demand an exorbitant fee and the same goes for times during natural calamities such as heavy rainfall. ===By ferry=== The river offers a less crowded but slow traffic medium. There are several points (popularly called ghats and jetties) on the bank of the river from where you can board several regular routes of ferry services. Ferries can be fairly large launches to small improvised motorized boats. Even if you don't get any exotic manual boat as you get in [[Varanasi]], the river transport of the city lets you go to several old spots near the bank in a hassle-free manner with an additional dash of the view of decadent river front of the city. ===By rental car=== Privately owned rental car places are available throughout the city. Rates depend on the make, model, size and comfort level of the car. Agreements are flexible, for example, cars can be rented even for a couple of hours at an hourly rate. Most rental cars are accompanied by a driver from the rental agency. ===By foot=== Except in [[Kolkata/Maidan|Maidan]] and newly developed areas, much of Kolkata is not so pedestrian-friendly. In the more tourist-oriented areas, you'll be constantly accosted by beggars and touts. Crossing roads often involves wading across multiple lanes of heavy traffic. Try your best to move in a predictable straight line, so vehicles can weave around you. Better yet, latch onto a group of locals and cross in their shadow. If you really want to walk around, these places would be good: * Walk along the Hooghly River. There is a good promenade near Eden Gardens. * Walk along Chowringhee Road (officially Jawaharlal Nehru Road), which sets the pace as you unravel the rare beauty of this city. Across the road sweeps a huge, lush green, open parkland called the [[Kolkata/Maidan|Maidan]], centring around '''Fort William''', the massive and impregnable British citadel built in 1773. A rambling green 'lung of Kolkata', the Maidan is a hub of diverse activities. == See == {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Indian Musium, Kolkata.jpg|thumb|Indian Museum]] [[File:Science_City_Kolkata_4643.JPG|thumb|Science City]] Kolkata is known for its numerous attractions — palaces, parks and museums — built during and after the 190 years of [[British Raj|British rule in India]]. Built in 1814, the '''Indian Museum''' houses large collections that showcase Indian natural history and Indian art. The '''Marble Palace''' is a classic example of a European mansion that was built in the city. The iconic '''Victoria Memorial''' has a museum documenting the city's history. The '''National Library''' is the leading public library in India, while '''Science City''' is the largest science centre in the country. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} Take a '''tram ride''' in Kolkata. The city has the only active tram service in India and has become an icon of Kolkata. They move slowly on the laid tracks in traffic-jammed streets. Several modern '''cinemas''' are dotted around the city, including [http://www.inoxmovies.com/ INOX]{{Dead link|date=March 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} with several locations, [http://www.famecinemas.com/ Fame] at Metropolis Mall in Highland Park, and [http://www.adlabscinemas.com/ RDB Adlabs]{{Dead link|date=July 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} at RDB Boulevard, Near Infinity Building in Sector-V, Bidhannagar, all showing Indian and American blockbusters. Kolkata also has many established theatre houses, which host events by international theatre groups frequently. Such events draw people from around the globe as it offers a unique opportunity to share culture and ideas. Unlike most of cricket-obsessed India, '''[[Association football|football (soccer)]]''' reigns supreme in Kolkata, with the local clubs [http://www.mohunbaganac.com Mohun Bagan Athletic Club] and [https://emamieastbengal.com/ East Bengal Club] being the most successful in India. They contest the Kolkata Derby biannually, which is considered by many to be the oldest and most intense football rivalry in all of Asia. ===Events=== [[File:বি. ই. (পশ্চিম) ব্লক বিধান নগর দূর্গা পুজো ২০১৮.jpg|thumb|A Durga Puja idol at BE Block, Bidhannagar in 2018]] '''[[Durga Puja]]''' (দুর্গাপূজা ''Durgāpūjā''), a festival honouring the Hindu goddess Durga, takes place between September and October. The biggest festival for Hindus in Bengal, Kolkata takes on an almost carnival-like ambience. Streets shut down for the construction of ''pandals'' (প্যান্ডেল, ''pyānḍel''), large stands that depict events from the Ramayana and crowds flock to the biggest and best ones. Durga Puja in Kolkata has been listed as a [[UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage]] in 2021. A good time to visit, unless you have a fear of crowds. The '''[http://www.iplt20.com/ Indian Premier League]''' ('''IPL''') is the main club [[cricket]] league in India. It is one of the world's most widely attended sporting events, and if you are in Kolkata during the season (April–May), consider watching the home team (Kolkata Knight Riders) play at Eden Gardens. In addition to the IPL, India's national team also plays some of its international matches at Eden Gardens. While its size was surpassed by the new Narendra Modi stadium in [[Ahmedabad]] in 2020, Eden Gardens is widely regarded as the spiritual home of Indian cricket, similar to the role Lords plays in England, or the role the Melbourne Cricket Ground plays in Australia. The '''[http://www.kolkatabookfaironline.com Kolkata Book Fair]''' (বইমেলা ''boimelā'' or পুস্তকমেলা ''pustokmelā'') is India's oldest book fair. It takes place from the last week of January to the first week of February. It is the largest book fair in Asia and is a significant event in the city. '''Central Park''' in [[Kolkata/East|Salt Lake]] is the venue of the Kolkata Book Fair since 2022. The similarly-named but smaller '''Kolkata District Book Fair''' takes place at Netaji Indoor Stadium in May. Some locations have their own local book fairs, like Behala, North Kolkata, Dum Dum and New Town. The '''[http://www.kiff.in Kolkata International Film Festival]{{Dead link|date=April 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ('''KIFF''') takes place from 15 December to 22 December every year at 4PM. Although the opening and closing ceremonies takes place at the Netaji Indoor Stadium, Nandan is the main centre for the festival. ==Learn== {{SeeDistricts}} Kolkata is a key centre of learning in India. The most famous universities and colleges in Kolkata are the '''Medical College and Hospital''', '''Jadavpur University''', the '''University of Calcutta''', the '''Presidency University''' and '''Indian Institute of Management Calcutta'''. Apart from undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral courses, there are several training and diploma-level institutes and polytechnics that cater to the growing demand for skill-based and vocational education. There are some language schools in Kolkata as well, including French and German courses. ==Work== '''Volunteering''' is a real option here with several opportunities. * '''Brother Xavier's New Hope'''. Home for orphans of Kolkata's red light district. A much smaller mission than Mother Teresa's which one man built from the ground up. Brother Xavier and the children always need volunteers and funds. * '''Mother Teresa's Mission''' accepts volunteers to help in its multiple projects around the city. Enquire at the motherhouse. ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:College Street Book Bazar on 26 January, 2022 in Kolkata 03.jpg|thumb|Books being sold in College Street]] [[File:Quest Mall - 33 Syed Amir Ali Avenue - Kolkata 20170927172636.jpg|thumb|The Quest Mall]] Traditionally Kolkata had certain shopping areas or districts. The New Market area was considered the core of fashionable marketing. That was the marketplace for the British and later patronised by the more sophisticated Indians. There are large markets in [[Kolkata/Burrabazar-Jorasanko|Burrabazar]], [[Kolkata/Shyambazar-Hatibagan|Shyambazar-Hatibagan]], [[Kolkata/Ballygunge-Gariahat|Gariahat]] and [[Kolkata/Bhowanipore-Kalighat|Lake Market]]. There were several specialised markets: electrical goods at Chandni Chowk, jewellery at Bowbazar, books at College Street, fish at Maniktala, flowers at Jagannath Ghat, the Maidan market for sports goods and so on. The malls are a more recent addition, mostly in the [[Kolkata/South|South]] and [[Kolkata/East|East]]. The '''South City Mall''' and the '''Quest Mall''' in South Kolkata are two of the biggest in the city, whereas the '''Axis Mall''', '''City Centre''' and '''Mani Square''' are some notable ones in the East. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Rasgulla - Kolkata 2011-08-02 4547.JPG|thumb|"Rosogolla", sweet dumplings made out of "chhena" (Indian cottage cheese) and semolina dough.]] Kolkata has old traditions about eating out. Wilson's Hotel (which later became the Great Eastern Hotel) is credited to have been the first western-style hotel/restaurant in Kolkata, serving what was then forbidden food for Indians, particularly Hindus. One could be treated as an out-caste if caught eating there, but the idea caught on and others followed. Many of the restaurants that line the streets in the Esplanade area have been around for more than a hundred years. The joy of food in Kolkata is in its Indian foods. Nizam's (23/24, Hogg St), close to New Market, is credited with the invention of the famous "kathi kebab roll" and still serves up the best of the best. For Mughlai dishes, there are several places to eat in the [[Kolkata/South|Park Circus]] area and there are others all over the city. In terms of sweet, Kolkata is best known for its "rosogollas" (রসগোল্লা ''rasagollā''), consisting of balls of "chhena" (a moist, softer cheese than paneer) cooked and permeated in a light rose-scented syrup. Although the origin of rôsogolla is disputed between [[Odisha]] and [[Bengal]], the first canned rosogollas were sold in this city in 1930, after which they took off in popularity across [[South Asia]]. A variant of the dish is "rosomalai" (রসমালাই ''rasamālāi'') where the chhena balls are immersed in sweet thickened milk instead of syrup, providing a creamier feel to the sweet. Besides Bengali foods, Kolkata is also the home of Indian Chinese food. Chinese restaurants are everywhere so try the Indian variant of hot and sour soup and the famous Indian Chinese dish of chilli chicken. The best place to have Chinese is to visit Chinatown near Tangra, [[Kolkata/East|East Kolkata]]. It serves the best of the Chinese dishes and you will find plenty of large, small & medium restaurants. There are some restaurants serving Thai, Mediterranean or Italian food. Kolkata also has many excellent vegetarian restaurants ranging from budget to expensive ones. There are two types: those serving North Indian and those serving South Indian food. For those looking for vegetarian street foods, one can find ubiquitous ''jhālmuṛi'' (ঝালমুড়ি) (somewhat similar to "bhel puri" of [[Mumbai]]), a concoction of puffed rice mixed with various spices, vegetables & other ingredients available at street vendors all over Kolkata. Street vendors selling egg rolls/chicken rolls abound and their freshly prepared kati rolls are safe to eat. Mughlai Paratha (earlier it was a paratha stuffed with minced meat, but now the minced meat has been replaced by cheaper but tasty alternatives) is a Kolkata speciality. ''Fuchka'', the Kolkata version of paani-puri, but very different from the ones found in Delhi, is available on the streets but be wary of the tamarind water. It never troubles the local people and outsiders can safely taste this delicacy as long as they don't take too much. Earlier, the restaurants were standalone entities. A cluster of restaurants in a single mall is a comparatively new idea and has become popular. ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} There are plenty of places to buy alcohol around the city. Kolkata has many pubs and bars, which are frequented by youngsters as well as its older residents. Some pubs have live concerts or DJs. All pubs are supposed to shut shop by midnight or 1AM. So go early if you want to enjoy yourself in the club. ==Sleep== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Lalit Great Eastern at Night.jpg|thumb|Great Eastern Hotel at night]] Kolkata has long had a concentration of budget backpacker hotels in the [[Kolkata/Esplanade#Sleep|Sudder Street]] area and many of these are colonial era gems, albeit decaying ones. Sudder Street is centrally located and is well connected by public transport. Both the major railway stations at [[Howrah]] and [[Kolkata/North#Sleep|Sealdah]] have many hotels around them. Most of them might be only licensed to accommodate Indian citizens. Be sure to not walk with a local "friend" or guide, unless you want to have higher prices. There are some hotels in [[Kolkata/South#Sleep|South Kolkata]]. The growth of the IT Sector and hospital facilities in [[Kolkata/East#Sleep|East Kolkata]] has led to development of hotels in that district. However, if money is of no object, you can stay at Great Eastern, ITC Sonar, Taj Bengal and JW Marriott Kolkata. British-era clubs such as Tollygunge Club, Calcutta Club (AJC Bose Rd), Saturday Club (Theatre Rd) and Bengal Club (Russel St) have lavish rooms for rent. However, they only accept bookings through members. ==Stay safe== [[File:India - Kolkata street beggar - 3246.jpg|thumb|A beggar in Kolkata]] Kolkata is one of the safest metropolitan areas in India, and the people are friendly and helpful, unlike in most of India's other large cities. Violent crime in Kolkata is more or less like any other large Indian city. There has been some incidents of chain, bag and mobile snatching in railway stations and empty roads. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice. Do not blindly rely on the advice of taxi and auto drivers. Carry your cash and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. Beware during the rush hours in bus terminals and railway stations as many pickpockets will try to get your belongings. Visitors outside the city are often magnets for [[begging|beggars]], frauds and touts. In [[Kolkata/South|South Kolkata]], beggars often knock at the glass windows of cars. It does little good to get angry or to say "No" loudly. The best response is to look unconcerned and ignore the behaviour. The more attention you pay to a beggar or a tout, positive or negative, the longer they will follow you hoping for a donation. All shops in Kolkata get closed by 10PM, except pharmacies. The shops in [[Kolkata/Salt Lake|Salt Lake]] and [[Kolkata/New Town|New Town]] are allowed to open till 11PM. ===Police=== The '''[http://www.kolkatapolice.gov.in/ Kolkata Police]''' is the white-uniform police force serving the city proper. The '''[http://www.barrackporecitypolice.in/ Barrackpore City Police]{{Dead link|date=April 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' serves the suburbs of [[Kolkata/Baranagar|Baranagar]], [[Kolkata/Dakshineswar|Dakshineswar]], and [[Kolkata/Dum Dum|Dum Dum]], while the '''[http://www.bidhannagarcitypolice.in/ Bidhannagar City Police]{{Dead link|date=December 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' serves the townships of [[Kolkata/Salt Lake|Salt Lake]] and [[Kolkata/New Town|New Town]]. Although most police officers are honest and helpful, you may find a lot of them who may be corrupt and unhelpful. For emergencies, you can dial 100 for police assistance. For non-emergencies, or to report a crime, visit the nearest police station. See the district articles for police stations. ===Emergency numbers=== * {{listing | name=Airport | phone=+91 33 2569 1002 }} * {{listing | name=Fire | phone=101 }} * {{listing | name=Medical | phone=102 }} * {{listing | name=Police | phone=100 }} ==Stay healthy== [[Air pollution]] is a major problem in Kolkata, with regular smog and haze. Since 2022, Kolkata is ranked as India's second most polluted city after [[Delhi]], with pollution levels often in the "very unhealthy" or "hazardous" range. Anyone visiting the area should try to limit outdoor and exhausting activities. Elderly visitors are recommended not to get out in the morning due to diesel exausts in the air. Instead, they should get out in the evening. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out. ==Connect== ===Landlines=== The area code for Kolkata is "33" (prefix "+91", if you are calling from outside India). Phone numbers are eight digits long. ===Phone booths=== Public call booths can be found easily throughout the city from where local, national, and international calls can be made. Else local SIM card can be used for connectivity. ===Mobile phones=== Mobile '''phone coverage is excellent with all major mobile service providers offering their services in the city. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the city.''' '''All mobile numbers are 10 digits long and begin with a "9", "8", "7" or "6". Do not dial the''' city prefix for mobile numbers. If you don't get through ===Cybercafes=== Internet cafes are available in plenty and charges ₹10-25/hour. You need to show your identity card to use internet in those cafes. As a precaution, change your password after you use it at a cybercafe or do private/incognito browsing. ==Cope== * {{listing | name=Regional Passport Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=Old Court House Street | lat=22.573763 | long=88.35142 | directions=opposite St Andrew's Church | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-11-02 | content= }} === Consulates === * {{flag|Bangladesh}} {{listing | name=Bangladesh | alt= | url=http://bdhc-kolkata.org/ | email= | address=Circus Ave | lat=22.541493 | long=88.358980 | directions=E of AJC Bose Rd | phone=+91 33 2290 5208, +91 33 2290 5209, +91 33 2288 6536 (after hours) | tollfree= | fax=+91 33-2288-1616 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=This is the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission office. Visas were issued from here till 15th December 2021. Now visas are issued from Visa Application Centre in Salt Lake. (1st Floor, Plot No. 15 (Infinium Digi Space) CP Block, Sector V, Salt Lake Ph : +91 7289000071). }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name=China | alt= | url=http://in.china-embassy.org/eng/jgsz/t631873.htm | email=chinaconsul_kkt@mfa.gov.cn | address=EC-72, Sector I, Salt Lake | lat=22.583483 | long=88.407001 | directions= | phone=+91 33 4004 8169 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 4004 8168 | hours=M-F 10AM-12:30PM | price= | lastedit=2024-12-18 | content= }} * {{flag|France}} {{listing | name=France |alt=| url= | email= | address=26 Park Mansions, Park St | lat=22.5184239 | long=88.3286423 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |wikidata=|lastedit=2020-03-02| content= }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name=Germany |alt=| url= | email= | address=1 Hastings Park Rd, Alipore | lat=22.5249993 | long=88.3321313 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2479 1141, +91 33 2479 1142, +91 33 2479 2150, +91 33 2439 8906 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 4004 8168 | hours= | price= |wikidata= |lastedit=2020-03-02| content=The origins of the German consulate in Kolkata can be traced to before the existence of Germany itself, to the establishment of the consulate of the Kingdom of Hanover in 1851 and the Consulate of Prussia in 1854. }} * {{flag|Italy}} {{listing | name=Italy | alt= | url=http://www.conscalcutta.esteri.it/ | email=consolatogenerale.calcutta@esteri.it | address=3, Raj Santosh Rd, Alipore | lat=22.524072 | long=88.325556 | directions= | phone=+91 33 24792414, +91 33 24792426, +91 98312 12216 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33-24793892 | hours=M-F 10AM-noon | price= | lastedit=2020-03-02 | content= }} * {{flag|Japan}} {{listing | name=Japan | alt= | url=http://www.kolkata.in.emb-japan.go.jp/itprtop_en/index.html | email= | address=55, M. N. Sen Lane, Tollygunge | lat=22.4874321 | long=88.3409411 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2421-1970 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 2421-1971 | hours= | price= |wikidata=|lastedit=2020-03-02| content= }} * {{flag|Nepal}} {{listing | name=Nepal | alt=1, National Library Ave | url= | email= | address=https://ccu.nepalconsulate.gov.np/ | lat=22.53301 | long=88.32762 | directions=off Diamond Harbour Rd | phone=+91 33 24561224 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-12-18 | content= }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name=Netherlands | alt= | url=https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/your-country-and-the-netherlands/india/about-us/honorair-consulaat-in-kolkata | email=consulkolkata.netherlands@gmail.com | address=5, Rameshwar Shaw Rd | lat=22.54837 | long=88.37208 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2289 7020, +91 33 2289 7676 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 2289 7919 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-12-18 | content= }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name=United Kingdom | alt= | url= | email= | address=1A Ho Chi Minh Sarani | lat=22.5472312 | long=88.347796 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2288 5173, +91 33 2288 6536 (after hours) | tollfree= | fax=+91 33 2288-1616 | hours= | price= |wikidata= |lastedit=2020-03-02| content= }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States | alt= | url=https://in.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/kolkata/ | email=consularkolkata@state.gov | address=5/1, Ho Chi Minh Sarani | lat=22.547231 | long=88.347796 | directions= | phone=+91 33 3984 2400 | tollfree= | fax=+91 33-2282 2335 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-03-02 | content=It is the oldest diplomatic post of the U.S. in India, and the second oldest in the world (the oldest being in London). Benjamin Joy was appointed the first American Consul to Calcutta by George Washington in 1792, upon the express recommendation of then-Secretary of State, Thomas Jefferson. }} ===Medical service=== Despite not being known as the "medical capital" of India (that honour goes to [[Chennai]]), Kolkata does have several hospitals and other medical facilities that draw people from Eastern India, thus a major centre of [[medical tourism]] in that region. ====South Kolkata==== * {{listing | name=Belle Vue Clinic |url=http://www.bellevueclinic.com/ | address=9 UN Brahmachari St | lat=22.54253 | long=88.35505 | directions= | phone=+91 33 22472321 }} * {{listing | name=Calcutta Medical Research Institute | alt=CMRI | url=http://cmri.in/ | email= | address=7/2, Diamond Harbour Rd | lat=22.53223 | long=88.32776 | directions= | phone=+91 33 30903030, +91 96968 86688 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q51400761 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=ESIC Medical College | alt= | url=http://www.esi-pgimsrkolkata.org.in/ | email= | address=DH Rd, Joka | lat=22.452638 | long=88.299779 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q14957089 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Iris Multispecialty Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Kothari Medical Centre | alt= | url=http://www.kotharimedical.com | email= | address=8/3 Alipore Rd | lat=22.533261 | long=88.330405 | directions= | phone=+91 86977 08132 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25803655 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Manipal Hospitals, Dhakuria | alt= | url=https://www.manipalhospitals.com/dhakuria | email= | address=4-5, Gariahat Rd | lat=22.51248 | long=88.3677 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=AMRI Hospital - Advanced Medical Research Institute - Dhakuria - Kolkata 2014-02-12 2008.JPG | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content=A well-known trauma centre in Dhakuria, the hospital also has excellent set up for 'Golden Hour' support in Cardiac Sciences, along with facilities for advanced treatment procedures. The cardiac emergency department provides support across the board, from paediatric to geriatric. }} * {{listing | name=SSKM Hospital | alt=PG Hospital |url=http://www.ipgmer.gov.in/ | address=244 AJC Bose Rd | lat=22.54035 | long=88.34182 | directions= | phone=+91 33 22041101 }} * {{listing | name=Woodlands Multispecialty Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address=8/5, Alipore Rd | lat=22.53243 | long=88.32917 | directions= | phone=+91 33 40337000 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-11-28 | content= }} ====Southern Suburbs==== * {{listing | name=BP Poddar Hospital & Medical Research Ltd | alt= | url= | email= | address=71/1, Humayun Kabir Sarani, Block G, New Alipore | lat=22.51176 | long=88.33243 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=KPC Medical College and Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.kpcmedicalcollege.org/ | email= | address=20, Raja SC Mullick Rd, Jadavpur | lat=22.493248 | long=88.373144 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25714726 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=MR Bangur Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address=249, Deshpran Sasmal Rd | lat=22.499333 | long=88.345517 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q61454023 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Saroj Gupta Cancer Centre & Research Institute | alt=SGCCRI | url=http://www.cancercentrecalcutta.org/ | email=cancerwelfare@yahoo.co.in | address=MG Rd, Thakurpukur | lat=22.459802 | long=88.319722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25714709 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} ====North Kolkata==== * {{listing | name=ESKAG Sanjeevani Hospital, Bagbazar | alt= | url=http://www.eskagsanjeevani.com | email= | address=P-48, Kshirode Vidyavinode Ave | lat=22.604015 | long=88.367812 | directions= | phone=+91 33 4025 1800 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Lohia Matri Seva Sadan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.587711 | long=88.359065 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q67911953 | lastedit=2025-11-15 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata | alt= | url=https://www.medicalcollegekolkata.in | email= | address= | lat=22.5736 | long=88.3619 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3348933 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=NRS Medical College & Hospital | alt= | url=https://nrsmc.edu.in/ | email= | address=138, AJC Bose Rd | lat=22.561894 | long=88.370542 | directions= | phone=+91 33 22443213 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q14957107 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=R. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.rgkarmch.in | email= | address=1, Khudiram Bose Sarani | lat=22.604167 | long=88.378333 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2555-7656 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7152833 | lastedit=2024-11-29 | content= }} * {{listing | name=SVS Marwari Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=22.57618 | long=88.368362 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q68141252 | lastedit=2025-11-15 | content= }} ====Northern Suburbs==== * {{listing | name=Baine Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address=123/1, Gopal Lal Tagore Rd | lat=22.6452 | long=88.3749 | directions= | phone=+91 09674873262 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Baranagar State General Hospital | alt= | url= | email= | address=108, AK Mukherjee Rd | lat=22.6387 | long=88.3802 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2873-0916 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q61454804 | lastedit=2022-10-16 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Baranagar Matri Sadan | alt= | url= | email= | address=10/2/F, Deshbandhu Rd E | lat=22.646 | long=88.3709 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2577-6595 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-16 | content= }} * {{listing | name=ESKAG Sanjeevani Hospital, Baranagar | alt= | url=https://www.eskagsanjeevani.com/hospital/baranagar-hospital/ | email= | address=87, Deshbandhu Rd | lat=22.646133 | long=88.370974 | directions= | phone=+91 33 2967 9999, +91 83350 45888 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} ====East Kolkata==== * {{listing | name=Apollo Gleneagles Hospital | alt= | url=http://kolkata.apollohospitals.com/ | email= | address=58 Canal Circular Rd, EM Bypass | lat=22.57464 | long=88.40157 | directions= | phone=+91 33 23203040 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4780307 | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Charnock Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.charnockhospital.com/ | email=charnockhospital@gmail.com | address=BMC 195, MAR | lat=22.62578 | long=88.43506 | directions= | phone=+91 33 4050-0500 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25768392 | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Desun Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.desunhospital.com/ | email=desun@desunhospital.com | address=720, EM Bypass | lat=22.51458 | long=88.40325 | directions= | phone=+91 90517 15171 | tollfree= | hours=Open 24 hours, even during holidays | price= | wikidata=Q25714725 | lastedit=2025-01-27 | content=A superspecialty hospital in East Kolkata with modern equipment. Has a helicopter facility for emergency admission. }} * {{listing | name=ESI Hospital Maniktala | alt= | url= | email= | address=CIT Rd | lat=22.58573 | long=88.39231 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Manipal Hospitals, Broadway | alt= | url=https://www.manipalhospitals.com/broadway | email= | address=JC-16 & 17, Broadway Rd, Sector III | lat=22.56833 | long=88.41165 | directions=opposite Stadium Gate | phone= | tollfree=+1 800 102 4647 | hours=24 hours daily | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Manipal Hospitals, Mukundapur | alt= | url=https://www.manipalhospitals.com/mukundapur | email= | address=230, Pano Rd | lat=22.49381 | long=88.4021 | directions=off EM Bypass, behind Metro | phone=+91 33 6907 0000 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | image=AMRI Hospital - 230 Barakhola Lane - Mukundapur - EM Bypass - Kolkata 20180428171637.jpg | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Manipal Hospitals, Salt Lake | alt= | url=https://www.manipalhospitals.com/saltlake | email= | address=IB-193, Broadway Rd, IB Block, Sector III, Salt Lake | lat=22.57231 | long=88.41276 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1 800 102 4647 | hours=24 hours daily | price= | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Medica Superspecialty Hospital | alt= | url=https://medicahospitals.in | email= | address=127, EM Bypass, Mukundapur | lat=22.4943 | long=88.40052 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25803722 | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Peerless Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.peerlesshospital.com/ | email= | address=360, Panchasayar Rd | lat=22.480937 | long=88.393793 | directions=off EM Bypass | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q30263004 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Rabindranath Tagore International Institute of Cardiac Sciences | alt=RTIICS, RN Tagore Hospital | url=https://www.narayanahealth.org/hospitals/kolkata/rabindranath-tagore-international-institute-cardiac-sciences | email=rtiics@narayanahealth.org | address=124, EM Bypass | lat=22.491532 | long=88.402427 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | wikidata=Q28154462 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Ruby General Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.rubyhospital.com/ | email= | address=Kasba Golpark, EM Bypass | lat=22.514084 | long=88.402825 | directions= | phone=+91 33 39871800 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25803683 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Tata Medical Centre | alt= | url=https://tmckolkata.com/in/ | email= | address=14, MAR (E–W), DH Block, AA I | lat=22.577194 | long=88.4795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25714780 | lastedit=2025-11-11 | content= }} ====Ambulance==== * {{listing | name=Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy Seva Samity | alt= | url= | email= | address=156, Maharaja Nanda Kumar Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 09088948931 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Medicine World | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gopal Lal Tagore Rd| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 09674617538, +91 09339395012 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=St. John's Ambulance | alt= | url= | email= | address=5, Government Pl | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 33 22485277 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-08-28 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Wochhardt Medical Centre | address=2/7, Sarat Bose Rd | phone= +91 33 24754320 }} * {{listing | name=Young Corner | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+91 09331821441 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content= }} ===Newspapers=== Local newspapers can be handy and reliable sources for day to day updates about the city. The city has number of newspapers and other publication that list local happenings. There are different options for newspapers including daily, weekly and bi-weekly. Some of the popular newspapers are ''[https://bartamanpatrika.com/home Bartaman]{{Dead link|date=March 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}'' (Bengali), ''[https://www.anandabazar.com/ Anandabazar Patrika]'' (Bengali), ''[https://www.thestatesman.com/ The Statesman]'', ''[http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/ The Times of India]'', ''[http://indianexpress.com/ Indian Express]'', ''[http://www.hindustantimes.com Hindustan Times]'' and ''[http://www.freepressjournal.in Free Press Journal]''. For the business updates, check ''[http://economictimes.indiatimes.com Economic Times]''. ===Religious services=== * {{listing | name=Anjuman Atash Adaran Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=91, Metcalfe St | lat=22.57081 | long=88.35451 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q68469904 | lastedit=2025-07-25 | content=The only Parsi (Zoroastrian) temple in Kolkata. }} * {{listing | name=Sibtainabad Imambara | alt= | url= | email= | address=P-34, Garden Reach Rd | lat=22.549257 | long=88.284175 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q56688361 | lastedit=2025-07-25 | content=The major place of worship for Shi'a Muslims in Kolkata. }} ==Go next== ===West Bengal=== [[File:Tourists exploring Sundarbans on country boat near Rajat Jubilee Ghat, West Bengal, India 01.jpg|thumb|Sundarbans National Park]] *'''[[Bishnupur (West Bengal)|Bishnupur]]''' — Famous for terracotta temples, clay sculptures and silk sarees. *'''[[Darjeeling Hills]]''' — A mountainous region home to [[Darjeeling]], [[Kalimpong]] and [[Mirik]]. When Darjeeling is your destination, you could travel the last {{km|72}} by a combination of bus/train and the famous [[Darjeeling Himalayan Railway]]. *'''[[Digha]]''' — A beach town in the southern part of the state. Buses from Esplanade Bus Station. *'''[[Santiniketan]]''' — Famous for the ''ashramik'' school and university founded by Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore, the town is also known for its handmade leather crafts and ''kantha'' stitch sarees. *'''[[Sundarbans National Park]]''' — Part of the largest littoral mangrove in the world, and home to the famous Bengal Tigers. ===Elsewhere=== *'''[[Bangladesh]]''' — Tickets for buses running to the border and Dhaka can be reserved at Shyamoli Yatri Paribahan. Beware that several travel agencies around this area also sell tickets for these buses, but at very inflated prices. At the border, it's best to change money on the Indian side. *'''[[Bhutan]]''' — Tucked away in the corner of the bus station is a small Bhutanese Government kiosk selling tickets for buses running to the Bhutanese border town of [[Phuentsholing]]. Buses depart Tu Th Sa at 9PM, and the 18-hr journey costs ₹300. {{routebox | placename=Kolkata (Asian Highway routes) | image1=NH19-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | image1a=Tabliczka AH1.svg | imagesize1a=100 | image1b=NH12-IN.svg | imagesize1b=22 | image1c=NH-706_BGD.svg | imagesize1c=100 | directionl1=NW | majorl1=[[Bardhaman]] | minorl1=[[Howrah]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Jessore]] | minorr1=[[Bangaon]] }} {{routebox | placename=Kolkata (National Highway routes) | image1=NH12-IN.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Krishnanagar]] | minorl1=[[Santipur]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Bakkhali]] | minorr1=[[Diamond Harbour]] | image2=NH112-IN.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=NE | majorl2=Becomes [[File:NH-706_BGD.svg|36px]] | minorl2=[[Bangaon]] | directionr2=SW | majorr2=Ends at [[File:NH12-IN.svg|20px]] | minorr2= }} {{routebox | placename=Kolkata (State Highway routes) | image1=WB SH1-IND.png | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=E | majorl1=[[Kalyani]] | minorl1=[[Barrackpore]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=Ends at [[File:NH12-IN.svg|18px]] | minorr1=[[Jaynagar Majilpur]] | image2=WB SH2-IND.png | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Tarakeswar]] | minorl2=[[Howrah]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Basirhat]] | minorr2=[[Barasat]] | image3=WB SH3-IND.png | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=[[Krishnanagar]] | minorl3=[[Bangaon]] | directionr3=SE | majorr3=[[Sundarbans National Park]] | minorr3=[[Canning]] }} {{Usablecity}} {{geo|22.5726723|88.3638815|zoom=13}} {{isPartOf|South Bengal}} {{hasDocent|2006nishan178713}} {{local time}} 3c9ymb5ybfmu8dbt1uka7s74j9lpvxw 0 18470 5328738 5312040 2026-08-15T10:40:12Z Brycehughes 43226 /* See */ update 5328738 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Kupang banner.JPG|caption=Kupang lighthouse and sea view}} '''Kupang''' is a city in [[West Timor]] and the provincial capital of [[East Nusa Tenggara]]. It has a beautiful white sand beach, and a water amusement park. ==Get in== [[File:El tari airport.jpg|thumb|El Tari Airport]] ===By plane=== {{go | name=El Tari International Airport | alt={{IATA|KOE}} Bandar Udara El Tari | url=http://www.kupang-airport.com | email= | address=Jl. Adi Sucipto | lat=-10.171389 | long=123.671111 | directions= | phone=+62 274 484261 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=El Tari International Airport | image=El tari airport.jpg | wikidata=Q571612 | content=Has services to [[Surabaya]], [[Denpasar]], [[Jakarta]], [[Maumere]], [[Ende]] and many other remote regions in [[East Nusa Tenggara]]. }} There is a 'Coco Taxi' operating. A trip from airport to town should be [[Indonesia#Money|Rp]] 50,000-80,000. ===By bus=== Kupang is a 12-hour bus ride away from [[Dili]], [[Timor-Leste]]. Soé is a 3-hour bus ride. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|-10.176953|123.606691|zoom=12}} You can use "Microbus" (locally called ''bemo''). The uniqueness of public transportation in the city of Kupang is due to the appearance filled with accessories, decorations and music blaring. Each bemo is manned by a driver and an assistant who collects the money from passengers. You can tell the assistant your destination/drop-off point in advance. There are multiple routes, so you need to ask your accommodations if any of the bemos are passing by your destinations. Within Kupang the route number can be seen on top of the bemo, whereas for further destination, it will write the destination name. Each trip is Rp 3,000 (as of Dec 2018). Ride-hailing app such as '''Grab''', '''Maxim''', and '''Go-Jek''' is the most popular here. No need to wait, the number of drivers are sufficient enough. (as of 2025). ==See== [[File:Kupang lighthouse and anchorage.JPG|thumb|Kupang Lighthouse, and the anchorage for yachts that took part in Sail Indonesia in 2004]] * {{see | name=Lasiana Beach | alt=Pantai Lasiana | url= | email= | address= | lat=-10.1319 | long=123.6694 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Private beach famous for its white sand. It used to be undeveloped, but this is no longer the case. Costs a small fee to enter. }} ==Do== If you like loud music, you can try "Diskotek Berjalan" style of Kupang. *{{do | name=Roslin Orphanage | alt= | url=https://www.roslinorphanage.id/ | email= | address=Kupang | lat= | long= | directions=Timor | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-11 | content=If you are in Kupang a visit to the Roslin Orphanage is a definite must. Google and YouTube "Roslin Orphanage" for more information. Peggy and Budi Soehardi are CNN heroes and once you read about their story, you will understand why. There have been some controversies about their volunteers, but just go there and decide for yourself. }} *{{do | name=Waterpark Kupang | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jl. WJ Lalamentik | lat=-10.1759 | long=123.6138 | directions= | phone=+62 380 840300 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-05-11 | content=A water-amusement park. }} ==Buy== *{{buy|name=Oeba Market|alt=Pasar Oeba|url=|email=|address=|directions=Bemo #6, #10 passing by this market.|lat=-10.154460|long=123.593072|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|lastedit=2018-12-16|content=A traditional market next to a pier selling daily needs. Tourists will receive a moderate attention here.}} *{{buy | name=Flobamora Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jl. WJ Lalamentik | lat=-10.17443 | long=123.61299 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The largest mall in area is the Ramayana Department Store which includes shops, food courts, games and other facilities. Flobamora Mall is a family mall concept to provide all the needs of the family in one place. }} * {{buy | name=Hypermart Kupang | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jl. El Tari II Bundaran PU | lat=-10.15564 | long=123.63377 | directions= | phone=+62 380 8585060 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{buy | name=Lippo Plaza Kupang| alt= | url= | email= | address=Jl. Veteran, Fatululi, Kec. Oebobo | lat=-10.158180 | long=123.611504 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00-22:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-05-25 | content=A two-floor shopping center with Matahari Department Store and Hypermarket. }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Restoran Nelayan | alt= | url=http://www.kupangklubhouse.com/nelayanrestaurantindonesian.htm | email= | address=Jl. Timor Raya 14 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+62 380 823000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Beachside restaurant with lots of choices including seafood. You can enjoy this dish in huts on the seafront }} *{{eat | name=Restoran Teluk Kupang | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jl.Timor Raya | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+62 380 822757 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Another beachside restaurant which served delicious seafood. }} *{{eat | name=Grilled Banana in Lasiana Beach | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Here you can eat grilled banana with a variety of flavors while enjoying the beautiful beach and the sound of waves }} *'''for Jagung Bose''': along the sidewalk on the Jalan El Tari (in front of the Governor's office). *'''for Se'i Babi:''' 'Depot Bambu Kuning' and 'Se'i Babi Aroma' (two branches) are the two most popular places to have Se'i Babi. *'''Night Market (Pasar Malam)''': Every night there is a street food market centred around Jalan Kosasih, not far from the shore. The stalls fry up lots of fresh seafood - fish, lobsters, crabs, etc., while the tahu tempe penyet is a great vegetarian option. Next to the food stalls are drinks stations where the best options are the fresh juice. Juice avokap (avocado juice) and jus naga (dragonfruit juice) are especially common and are blended with ice, sugar, and sweetened condensed milk/chocolate syrup. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Kelimutu Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jalan Gunung Meja | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | price=Standard fan Rp100,000, Standard AC Rp125,000, Deluxe AC Rp150,000 | checkin= | checkout=13:00 | content=A three-storey hotel that has seen better days. However, private rooms with bathrooms and AC are available for a good price. The staff are friendly though no English is spoken. Free tea and coffee in the morning. Free Wifi is available around the reception area.}} * {{sleep | name=Lavalon SeaView Hostel | alt= | url=http://www.lavalontouristinfo.com/lavalon/lavalon_hostel_kupang_timor.htm | email=lavalonbar@gmail.com | address=Jl Sumatera No 44 A Tode-Kisar 85229 | lat=-10.157184 | long=123.583330 | directions= | phone=+62 812 3770533 | tollfree= | checkin=always open | checkout=noon | price=Dorm Rp 50,000; Fan Twin Rp 70,000; Double Rooms A/C & hot shower Rp 100,000 | lastedit=2018-12-11 | content=A spot with a friendly English-speaking staff, who will answer any question about flights, buses and ferries; flyers and maps on other hostels in Roti and [[Timor-Leste]] are available. Free high speed Internet, all breakfasts included. Banana pancake with honey. Bookings are via WhatsApp. }} * {{sleep | name=SwissBel Inn Kristal | alt= | url=http://www.swiss-belhotel.com/en/Indonesia/Kupang/kupang | email= | address=Jl. Timor Raya 59 | lat=-10.15222 | long=123.60049 | directions= | phone=+62 380 825100 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=A three-star international hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=T-More Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.t-more.co.id/ | email= | address=Jl. Piet A. Tallo | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+62 380 881555 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Three-star hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Neo El Tari | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jl. Piet A. Tallo, RT.035/RW.012, Oesapa, Kelapa Lima | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+62 380 8800333 | tollfree= | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=Rp450,000 | lastedit=2025-05-25 | content=The nearest hotel to airport. New building, cozy place, recommended for tourists. }} ==Go next== * '''[[Soe]]:''' the highland area to visit traditional village in Boti and None. 3 hours. First, take the bemo to 'Noelbakul' destination, and then stop at Oesapa "bus stop". You can find "Travel" shared car for Rp 50,000 or a bus for Rp 30,000 (the bus to Kefamenanu will pass by Soe too, ask the bus assistant). * '''[[Dili]] (Timor Leste):''' can be reached by bus or plane. [https://goo.gl/maps/rf9oiYBoeCEHyzC89 Timor Tour & Travel] offers air-conditioned mini-bus daily service for US$25 (around 12 hours).{{Dead link}}{{isPartOf|West Timor}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|-10.1833|123.5833}} km48s9mxgk5up0nkytuha7hxgzom8xf 0 19021 5328498 5248568 2026-08-14T19:34:14Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328498 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Landgraaf banner.jpg|caption=Rock festival Pinkpop in 2011}} '''Landgraaf''' is a [[Netherlands|Dutch]] city in the south of the country, famous for hosting '''Pinkpop''', said to be the longest running pop festival in the world. It's also home to one of the largest indoor ski pistes in [[Europe]]. ==Understand== [[File:Indoor Snowworld Landgraaf.jpg|thumb|The indoor piste of Snowworld Landgraaf is the major attraction in town.]] The town is home to some 38,000 people and part of the so-called ''Oostelijke Mijnstreek'', or Eastern Mining Area. In the first half of the 20th century, two large coal mines were established in Schaesberg (then an individual town, now a neighbourhood of Landgraaf). Administratively, it works closely together with neighbouring municipalities such as [[Heerlen]], [[Kerkrade]] and [[Simpelveld]], in a collaboration called ''Parkstad Limburg''. ==Get in== Extensive project planning in still in progress in order to create a ring highway around some of the Parkstad municipalities including Landgraaf. As for now however, the provincial '''N299''' is the main road in and out of town, connecting it directly to neighbouring towns [[Hoensbroek]] and [[Kerkrade]]. Several smaller roads connect to different parts of adjoining [[Heerlen]] and the '''Euregioweg''' connects Landgraaf to the '''281''' and further to the '''A76'''. As in all of the country, there are fine conditions for cycling in. The town has a '''train''' station, which is served by regional trains of Arriva and the German Deutsche Bahn (DB). Arriva trains connect Langraaf to Kerkrade, Heerlen and [[Maastricht]], while the DB trains connect to Heerlen, [[Alsdorf]] (Poststraße), [[Herzogenrath]], [[Aachen]] (Hbf), [[Stolberg]], [[Langerwehe]] and [[Düren]]. Only in summer, this German trains runs on to [[Heimbach]] as well. There's no manned office at the Landgraaf train station, but there are ticket machines for Arriva, DB and also for the Dutch NS (in case you need to travel further than the mentioned towns). The heritage line '''Miljoenenlijn''', which originates in [[Simpelveld]], also passes Langraaf. It's possible to use this train service to get in, but it serves as an attraction rather than a way of transport, with higher prices, limited schedules and long travel times. '''Bus''' connections are operated by Arriva and include a few frequent services to Heerlen, from where you'll find connections to all towns in the region. '''Line 25''' stops at the indoor ski piste Snowworld. '''Line 29''' passes Heerlen too, but then runs on to [[Kerkrade]]. ==Get around== It's possible to walk your way around, but a car or bike can be useful here, as some of the major attractions, notably Snowworld and Monde Verde, are about 3 km from the train station. To get from the train station to Snowworld you can also catch bus 25, which leaves from the viaduct you'll see from the train station (about a 5-minute walk). During Pinkpop, just follow the crowds. There are no buses then. {{mapframe|50.8983|6.0222|zoom=13}} ==See== [[File:Fischers turaco.JPG|thumb|One of the many birds in the aviary of Mondo Verde]] *{{see | name=Mondo Verde | url=http://www.wereldtuinenmondoverde.nl/ | email= | address=Groene Wereld 10, 6372 PW Landgraaf | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 45 - 535 01 61 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€16.50, €10 from Nov-Feb | content=Mondo Verde is a relatively new theme park. It consists of world gardens with replicas of monuments, for example the Alhambra from Granada (Spain). It also has a small zoo, a dinofauna and an amusement park with a roller coaster and several other attractions. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Pinkpop | alt= | url=http://www.pinkpop.nl | email= | address=Megaland Terrain | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Pinkpop is a big three-day festival which is usually organized during the Pentecost weekend (late May to mid-June). During these three days, many national and international artists perform on the stages. The exact program differs every year. It is possible to sleep on the campgrounds when possessing a three day ticket. These campgrounds are created in the close vicinity of the festival terrain. }} *{{do | name=Snowworld Ski Resort | url=http://www.snowworld.com/ | email= | address=Witte Wereld 1, 6372 VG Landgraaf | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 45 5470 700 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= €20 per hour of €40 for a full day, plus €12 if you need shoes and gear. For an additional €10, you can rent clothing as well. Children get small discounts, paying €17/34 per hour/day | content=Snowworld is the famous indoor skiing & snowboarding resort in the Netherlands, one of the largest of its kind in the world. There are three ski slopes, including a short, practice slope. In summer the steepest one is closed for visitors, as it used by professional ski-teams to practice. Discounts may be given for that reason. Ski and snowboard lessons can be given privately or in groups, but need to be reserved a few days in advance. }} * {{do | name=Snowworld Outdoor Fun Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€20 + €2.50 for a ride on the coaster | content=Next to the ski resort, this outdoor climb and fun park is a new addition to the Snowworld experience, suited for adults and children alike. You'll climb your way to the hill top using tree trunks and wooden plateaus ten meters up in the air, connected to each other with ropes. You follow the adventure trail to take in the lovely view from the top, and then make your way down with the Zip Line. There are different routes with different levels of difficulty, and there's an Alpine Coaster. }} *{{do | name=Swimming Pool In de Bende | url= | email= | address=Emmastraat 3, 6373 HM Landgraaf | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 45 - 569 81 81 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Buy== Landgraaf has all the usual shops for a town its size, including supermarkets, book stores, fashion shop, toy stores etc. Many of them are concentrated in the i shopping centre between the ''Raadhuisplein'' and the ''Dorpsstraat''. The Schaesberg neighbourhood has its own shopping centre. There are several good quality bakeries in Landgraaf, selling (among other products) varieties of the local speciality: Limburgian vlaai. It is a pizza sized sweet pie which can be filled with f.e. apricots, cherries, apples. There are also varieties with whipped cream on it. * {{buy | name= Bakkerij Huntjes | alt= | url=http://www.banketbakkerijhuntjens.nl/| email= | address= Markt 9 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 08:00-18:00| price= | content= }} * {{buy | name=Bakker Verbeek | alt= | url=http://www.kengen-banket.nl/hoofdstraat-53-landgraaf/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Hoofdstraat 53 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Th-Sa 08:00-18:00, Sa 07:30-16:00 | price= | content= }} ==Eat== There are several small restaurants in town, including some lunch rooms in the shopping centre. The '''hotels''' mentioned in the Sleep-section below all have their own restaurants too, offering good alternatives for food. * {{eat | name=Lounge Restaurant Pomerol | alt= | url=http://www.restaurantpomerol.nl | email= | address= Hereweg 92 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 45 569 22 97 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€35 | content=This place feels a lot like you're invited in someone's living room, and does get a bit noisy when it's full. It's the closest thing to fine dining around and the food is on the heavy side, but prepared with detail and care. It's run by a couple. }} * {{eat | name=Sfeer | alt= | url=http://www.restaurantsfeer.nl/ {{dead link|August 2018|December 2020}} | email= | address=Heerlenseweg 1-3 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 45-5332222 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-Sa 17:00-23:00, Su 16:00-23:00 | price=From €20 for 3-course menus | content=A popular place that fills up regularly on weekends, serving French and Italian inspired dishes for competitive prices. Service is quick and friendly. It's only open for dinner }} * {{eat | name=Pizzeria Santa Maria | alt= | url= | email= | address=Stationsplein 65 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 45-5331313 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=There are several Italian restaurants in town, and this one near the train station is one of the better options. }} ==Drink== There are several cafés at Snowworld, which you can also enter when you're not going to ski yourself. They have good views of the pistes, making it fun to hang around if your friends ''are'' inside, but also just to watch other people. There are also outdoor terraces, when the weather allows. Otherwise, there's no serious night life in town, but there are some quaint cafés, if you're just looking for a beer. * {{drink | name=Café Candlelight| alt= | url=http://www.cafecandlelight.nl/home/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Hoogstraat 157 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This place has a good selection of beers, including 5 on tap, and serves 15 kinds of whiskey. }} ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Hotel SnowWorld | url=http://www.snowworld.com/ | email= | address=Witte Wereld 1, 6372 VG Landgraaf | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 45 5470 700 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=From €70 | checkin= | checkout= | content=The hotel is next to Snowworld, the indoor ski and snowboard resort in Landgraaf. It's large, with some 100 rooms and facilities include a wellness and fitness studio. They offer many ski/snowboard + stay arrangements, which can be great options if you'd like to take a course or just spend time on the piste. }} *{{sleep | name=Landgoed Overste Hof Landgraaf | url=http://www.overstehof.nl/ | email= | address=Overstehofweg 14, 6372 VG Landgraaf | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+31 45 - 532 00 32 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=From €55 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Located in the middle of a natural area, this place is easy to reach but has beautifully forest surroundings and a quiet feel. There's a pleasant outdoor terrace next to a pond and a good in house restaurant for guests. It's one of the cheaper options around. Rooms are 3-star quality and good value for money. }} *{{sleep | name=Winseler Hof | alt= | url=http://www.chateauhotels.nl/ | email= | address=Tunnelweg 99, 6372 XH Landgraaf | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+31 45 546 43 43 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From €105 | content=It's not the cheapest option around, but this wonderfully restored farm building has the grandeur of a small castle. There is a good in-house Italian restaurant and the rooms meet all the 46star hotel criteria, while still breathing a nice historic atmosphere. }} ==Connect== The hotels offer Wi-Fi to their guests and it's also available in the cafés at Snowworld. For '''postal services''', head to one of the following: * {{listing | name=Bruna bookstore| alt= | url= | email= | address=Paganinipassage 92 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Jumbo Supermarket | alt= | url= | email= | address=Hoofdstraat 146 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Go next== All of [[South Limburg]] is just a stone's throw away. Follow the heritage train track to '''[[Valkenburg]]''', a domestic visitor's favourite or make your way to beautiful '''[[Maastricht]]'''. Head for the beautiful landscapes around '''[[Vaals]]''', '''[[Vijlen]]''' and '''[[Epen]]''' or hop over the German border to historic student city '''[[Aachen]]'''. {{IsPartOf|South Limburg}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|50.90774|6.03132|zoom=14}} 95n5d3na19wek7e5i6b0psebj6oww3s 0 19227 5328438 5319405 2026-08-14T17:28:30Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328438 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner La Union Bauang beach.jpg}} {{confused|[[La Unión]], a department in El Salvador}} '''La Union''', also known as '''L.U.''' in short, is a province in the [[Ilocos]] region of the [[Philippines]]. ==Cities== {{mapframe}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Fernando (La Union)|San Fernando]]|wikidata=Q40584}} - provincial capital and the only designated city * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Agoo]]|wikidata=Q40168}}- coastal town known for its Catholic basilica, beaches and the Agoo-Damortis Nature Reserve. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Aringay]]|wikidata=Q40239}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bangar (La Union)|Bangar]]|wikidata=Q40298}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Balaoan]]|wikidata=Q40282}}- coastal town known for its beaches, Immuki Island and Spanish-era watchtower * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacnotan]]|wikidata=Q40259}} - coastal town known for being a less crowded alternative to the beaches of San Juan. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bauang]]|wikidata=Q40313}} - suburb of San Fernando, the original beach getaway of La Union, and now known for its grape orchards. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Burgos (La Union)|Burgos]]|wikidata=Q40372}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Caba]]|wikidata=Q40393}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Luna]]|wikidata=Q40419}} - coastal town known for its Catholic basilica, Darigayos Beach and Spanish-era watchtower * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Naguilian]]|wikidata=Q40450}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosario (La Union)|Rosario]]|wikidata=Q40486}} - gateway to [[Baguio]] via Kennon Road. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Gabriel (La Union)|San Gabriel]]|wikidata=Q40500}} - inland town known for the {{cvt|50|ft}} Tangadan Falls. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Juan (La Union)|San Juan]]|wikidata=Q40517}} - coastal town known for its surfing spots. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Santo Tomas (La Union)|Santo Tomas]]|wikidata=Q40521}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Santol]]|wikidata=Q40536}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Sudipen]]|wikidata=Q40557}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tubao]]|wikidata=Q40562}} ==Understand== La Union is a relatively new province, having been formed in 1850 from the southernmost towns of [[Ilocos Sur]], westernmost towns of [[Benguet]], and the northernmost towns of [[Pangasinan]]. True to its name, meaning “the Union” in Spanish, the region is a melting pot of Pangasinan, Ilocano and Cordilleran (Igorot) cultures. Since the early 2000s, L.U. (as the province is called informally) has a growing tourism industry centered on the coastal towns facing the South China Sea (West Philippine Sea). Despite the majority of the province being formed out of parts of Pangasinan, Ilocanos now form the majority of the population. The province is also the first in the Philippines to declare a regional language as co-official with English and Filipino (Tagalog), having declared Ilocano as an official language in the province since 2012. ==Talk== Native languages spoken in La Union are [[Ilocano]], Pangasinan and the indigenous languages of the Igorot. Ilocano is the most spoken, and is also co-official with English and Tagalog as the official languages in the province. ==Get in== With the end of rail service in the 1980s, the only main way of reaching La Union is by bus or car. There is one airport at San Fernando, but has no commercial passenger service. ===By bus=== Buses are available from Manila, Baguio, Dagupan, Vigan and Laoag, running up to San Fernando. Premium express buses are also available from the new bus station at [[Bocaue]], [[Bulacan]]. ===By car=== With the completion of the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) in 2020, travel times to La Union has been reduced to about 4-5 hours. The expressway ends in Rosario town, on the boundary with Benguet and Pangasinan, but there are plans to extend the highway up to San Fernando. From the Cordilleras and interior towns, the primary routes are Naguilian Road (Route 54) and the Jose S. Aspiras Highway (Route 208, formerly but still often called Marcos Highway), both radiating from Baguio. Both routes are winding mountain roads and are quite dangerous. For the coastal towns, the primary road links are Manila North Road (Route 2) and Pangasinan-La Union Road (Route 55). ==Get around== There is frequent bus service along the Manila North Road corridor, but other parts of L.U. are only served by occasional jeepneys. Getting around by car is recommended. ==See== Most travelers think that L.U. is simply the beaches of San Juan. But beyond this small stretch of sand swarmed by daytrippers from Metro Manila and Baguio, the province has more destinations to offer such as quieter beaches in other towns, pilgrimage sites such as in Agoo and Luna, grape farms in Bauang, and extensions of the Cordillera mountains in the inland towns. ==Do== * Learn to surf on the black volcanic sand beaches of La Union. While the waves aren't Hawaii by any stretch of the imagination, the gently sloping beaches provide a steady supply of trainer waves. Seasoned surfers will yawn and stay in the bar. You can also enjoy beaches in San Fernando like in the 5-star Thunderbird resort, Sea Park and you can also go shopping at Manna Mall and CSI. * {{do | name=Go Diving! | alt= | url=http://myscubadives.com/dive-sites/southeast-asia/philippines/luzon/la-union/ {{dead link|August 2018|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Eat== ==Drink== *You can enjoy drinking in bars while singing in a local videoke. ==Sleep== Most tourist accommodation can be found along the coastal towns, particularly in San Fernando, San Juan and Bauang. ==Go next== * [[Ilocos Sur]] * [[Benguet]] {{outlineregion}} {{IsPartOf|Ilocos}} {{geo|16.55|120.416666|zoom=10}} ifb1vs5qj08vg28elx72dgzzt5yfc0v 5328439 5328438 2026-08-14T17:29:14Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328439 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner La Union Bauang beach.jpg}} {{confused|[[La Unión]], a department in El Salvador}} '''La Union''', also known as '''L.U.''' in short, is a province in the [[Ilocos]] region of the [[Philippines]]. ==Cities== {{mapframe}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Fernando (La Union)|San Fernando]]|wikidata=Q40584}} - provincial capital and the only designated city * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Agoo]]|wikidata=Q40168}}- coastal town known for its Catholic basilica, beaches and the Agoo-Damortis Nature Reserve. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Aringay]]|wikidata=Q40239}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bangar (La Union)|Bangar]]|wikidata=Q40298}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Balaoan]]|wikidata=Q40282}}- coastal town known for its beaches, Immuki Island and Spanish-era watchtower * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacnotan]]|wikidata=Q40259}} - coastal town known for being a less crowded alternative to the beaches of San Juan. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bauang]]|wikidata=Q40313}} - suburb of San Fernando, the original beach getaway of La Union, and now known for its grape orchards. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Burgos (La Union)|Burgos]]|wikidata=Q40372}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Caba]]|wikidata=Q40393}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Luna]]|wikidata=Q40419}} - coastal town known for its Catholic basilica, Darigayos Beach and Spanish-era watchtower * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Naguilian]]|wikidata=Q40450}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Pugo]]|wikidata=Q40466}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosario (La Union)|Rosario]]|wikidata=Q40486}} - gateway to [[Baguio]] via Kennon Road. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Gabriel (La Union)|San Gabriel]]|wikidata=Q40500}} - inland town known for the {{cvt|50|ft}} Tangadan Falls. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Juan (La Union)|San Juan]]|wikidata=Q40517}} - coastal town known for its surfing spots. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Santo Tomas (La Union)|Santo Tomas]]|wikidata=Q40521}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Santol]]|wikidata=Q40536}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Sudipen]]|wikidata=Q40557}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tubao]]|wikidata=Q40562}} ==Understand== La Union is a relatively new province, having been formed in 1850 from the southernmost towns of [[Ilocos Sur]], westernmost towns of [[Benguet]], and the northernmost towns of [[Pangasinan]]. True to its name, meaning “the Union” in Spanish, the region is a melting pot of Pangasinan, Ilocano and Cordilleran (Igorot) cultures. Since the early 2000s, L.U. (as the province is called informally) has a growing tourism industry centered on the coastal towns facing the South China Sea (West Philippine Sea). Despite the majority of the province being formed out of parts of Pangasinan, Ilocanos now form the majority of the population. The province is also the first in the Philippines to declare a regional language as co-official with English and Filipino (Tagalog), having declared Ilocano as an official language in the province since 2012. ==Talk== Native languages spoken in La Union are [[Ilocano]], Pangasinan and the indigenous languages of the Igorot. Ilocano is the most spoken, and is also co-official with English and Tagalog as the official languages in the province. ==Get in== With the end of rail service in the 1980s, the only main way of reaching La Union is by bus or car. There is one airport at San Fernando, but has no commercial passenger service. ===By bus=== Buses are available from Manila, Baguio, Dagupan, Vigan and Laoag, running up to San Fernando. Premium express buses are also available from the new bus station at [[Bocaue]], [[Bulacan]]. ===By car=== With the completion of the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) in 2020, travel times to La Union has been reduced to about 4-5 hours. The expressway ends in Rosario town, on the boundary with Benguet and Pangasinan, but there are plans to extend the highway up to San Fernando. From the Cordilleras and interior towns, the primary routes are Naguilian Road (Route 54) and the Jose S. Aspiras Highway (Route 208, formerly but still often called Marcos Highway), both radiating from Baguio. Both routes are winding mountain roads and are quite dangerous. For the coastal towns, the primary road links are Manila North Road (Route 2) and Pangasinan-La Union Road (Route 55). ==Get around== There is frequent bus service along the Manila North Road corridor, but other parts of L.U. are only served by occasional jeepneys. Getting around by car is recommended. ==See== Most travelers think that L.U. is simply the beaches of San Juan. But beyond this small stretch of sand swarmed by daytrippers from Metro Manila and Baguio, the province has more destinations to offer such as quieter beaches in other towns, pilgrimage sites such as in Agoo and Luna, grape farms in Bauang, and extensions of the Cordillera mountains in the inland towns. ==Do== * Learn to surf on the black volcanic sand beaches of La Union. While the waves aren't Hawaii by any stretch of the imagination, the gently sloping beaches provide a steady supply of trainer waves. Seasoned surfers will yawn and stay in the bar. You can also enjoy beaches in San Fernando like in the 5-star Thunderbird resort, Sea Park and you can also go shopping at Manna Mall and CSI. * {{do | name=Go Diving! | alt= | url=http://myscubadives.com/dive-sites/southeast-asia/philippines/luzon/la-union/ {{dead link|August 2018|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Eat== ==Drink== *You can enjoy drinking in bars while singing in a local videoke. ==Sleep== Most tourist accommodation can be found along the coastal towns, particularly in San Fernando, San Juan and Bauang. ==Go next== * [[Ilocos Sur]] * [[Benguet]] {{outlineregion}} {{IsPartOf|Ilocos}} {{geo|16.55|120.416666|zoom=10}} ktheqn3rwqtgdjvwej37zkwklsd2xj6 5328440 5328439 2026-08-14T17:30:30Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328440 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner La Union Bauang beach.jpg}} {{confused|[[La Unión]], a department in El Salvador}} '''La Union''', also known as '''L.U.''' in short, is a province in the [[Ilocos]] region of the [[Philippines]]. ==Cities== {{mapframe}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Fernando (La Union)|San Fernando]]|wikidata=Q40584}} - provincial capital and the only designated city * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Agoo]]|wikidata=Q40168}}- coastal town known for its Catholic basilica, beaches and the Agoo-Damortis Nature Reserve. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Aringay]]|wikidata=Q40239}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacnotan]]|wikidata=Q40259}} - coastal town known for being a less crowded alternative to the beaches of San Juan. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bagulin]]|wikidata=Q40275}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Balaoan]]|wikidata=Q40282}}- coastal town known for its beaches, Immuki Island and Spanish-era watchtower * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bangar (La Union)|Bangar]]|wikidata=Q40298}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bauang]]|wikidata=Q40313}} - suburb of San Fernando, the original beach getaway of La Union, and now known for its grape orchards. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Burgos (La Union)|Burgos]]|wikidata=Q40372}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Caba]]|wikidata=Q40393}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Luna]]|wikidata=Q40419}} - coastal town known for its Catholic basilica, Darigayos Beach and Spanish-era watchtower * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Naguilian]]|wikidata=Q40450}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Pugo]]|wikidata=Q40466}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosario (La Union)|Rosario]]|wikidata=Q40486}} - gateway to [[Baguio]] via Kennon Road. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Gabriel (La Union)|San Gabriel]]|wikidata=Q40500}} - inland town known for the {{cvt|50|ft}} Tangadan Falls. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Juan (La Union)|San Juan]]|wikidata=Q40517}} - coastal town known for its surfing spots. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Santo Tomas (La Union)|Santo Tomas]]|wikidata=Q40521}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Santol]]|wikidata=Q40536}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Sudipen]]|wikidata=Q40557}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tubao]]|wikidata=Q40562}} ==Understand== La Union is a relatively new province, having been formed in 1850 from the southernmost towns of [[Ilocos Sur]], westernmost towns of [[Benguet]], and the northernmost towns of [[Pangasinan]]. True to its name, meaning “the Union” in Spanish, the region is a melting pot of Pangasinan, Ilocano and Cordilleran (Igorot) cultures. Since the early 2000s, L.U. (as the province is called informally) has a growing tourism industry centered on the coastal towns facing the South China Sea (West Philippine Sea). Despite the majority of the province being formed out of parts of Pangasinan, Ilocanos now form the majority of the population. The province is also the first in the Philippines to declare a regional language as co-official with English and Filipino (Tagalog), having declared Ilocano as an official language in the province since 2012. ==Talk== Native languages spoken in La Union are [[Ilocano]], Pangasinan and the indigenous languages of the Igorot. Ilocano is the most spoken, and is also co-official with English and Tagalog as the official languages in the province. ==Get in== With the end of rail service in the 1980s, the only main way of reaching La Union is by bus or car. There is one airport at San Fernando, but has no commercial passenger service. ===By bus=== Buses are available from Manila, Baguio, Dagupan, Vigan and Laoag, running up to San Fernando. Premium express buses are also available from the new bus station at [[Bocaue]], [[Bulacan]]. ===By car=== With the completion of the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX) in 2020, travel times to La Union has been reduced to about 4-5 hours. The expressway ends in Rosario town, on the boundary with Benguet and Pangasinan, but there are plans to extend the highway up to San Fernando. From the Cordilleras and interior towns, the primary routes are Naguilian Road (Route 54) and the Jose S. Aspiras Highway (Route 208, formerly but still often called Marcos Highway), both radiating from Baguio. Both routes are winding mountain roads and are quite dangerous. For the coastal towns, the primary road links are Manila North Road (Route 2) and Pangasinan-La Union Road (Route 55). ==Get around== There is frequent bus service along the Manila North Road corridor, but other parts of L.U. are only served by occasional jeepneys. Getting around by car is recommended. ==See== Most travelers think that L.U. is simply the beaches of San Juan. But beyond this small stretch of sand swarmed by daytrippers from Metro Manila and Baguio, the province has more destinations to offer such as quieter beaches in other towns, pilgrimage sites such as in Agoo and Luna, grape farms in Bauang, and extensions of the Cordillera mountains in the inland towns. ==Do== * Learn to surf on the black volcanic sand beaches of La Union. While the waves aren't Hawaii by any stretch of the imagination, the gently sloping beaches provide a steady supply of trainer waves. Seasoned surfers will yawn and stay in the bar. You can also enjoy beaches in San Fernando like in the 5-star Thunderbird resort, Sea Park and you can also go shopping at Manna Mall and CSI. * {{do | name=Go Diving! | alt= | url=http://myscubadives.com/dive-sites/southeast-asia/philippines/luzon/la-union/ {{dead link|August 2018|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Eat== ==Drink== *You can enjoy drinking in bars while singing in a local videoke. ==Sleep== Most tourist accommodation can be found along the coastal towns, particularly in San Fernando, San Juan and Bauang. ==Go next== * [[Ilocos Sur]] * [[Benguet]] {{outlineregion}} {{IsPartOf|Ilocos}} {{geo|16.55|120.416666|zoom=10}} ezxhmrmsbfoo2v17twy664yid4uptaj 0 19609 5328495 5239709 2026-08-14T19:09:04Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ added a Map 5328495 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Liannan''' is a city in [[Northern Guangdong]] region of [[China]]. ==Understand== This is a small and clean (you can notice the fresh air) city amongst some quite incredible mountains in the north of Guangdong province. It's part of [[Qingyuan]] prefecture-level city. It is home to the Yao minority peoples, and a 90 minute cultural performance can be seen at 7:30pm at the Panguwang Culture Garden for ¥40. The Lin Nan International Hotel (10 minute walk from everywhere) was ¥288 per night and looks to be more like a 5 star standard than a 4 star. Very little English is spoken. There are only a few restaurants around. ==Get in== * {{go | name=Liannan Bus Station | alt=连南客运站 | url= | email= | address=Shunde Avenue (顺德大道) | lat=24.7285744100 | long=112.2849288400 | directions= | phone=+86 763 8661861 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-06 | content= }} ==Get around== {{mapframe|24.7197|112.2870|zoom=10}} ==See== * {{see | name=Guangdong Yao Museum | alt=广东瑶族博物馆 | url=http://www.gdyzbwg.cn/ | email=gdyzbwg@126.com | address=Bowuguan Road, Sanjiang Town (三江镇博物馆路) | lat=24.718876570039352 | long=112.29395930978059 | directions=about 2km south of Liannan Bus Station | phone=+86 0763-6791626 | tollfree= | hours=09:00-17:00, no entry after 16:30, closed on Mondays | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-01-27 | content=Home to China's largest and most comprehensive collection of Yao minority artefacts. The museum is also known as the Museum of China's Yao Nationality (中国瑶族博物馆). }} * {{see | name=Nangang Yao Village | alt=南岗村瑶寨 | url=http://www.chinayaozhai.com/ | email=qiannianyaozhai@126.com | address= | lat=24.5849122900 | long=112.2959701100 | directions=About 25km south of the county seat. You can get a bus here from the Liannan Bus Station | phone=+86 20 34819783 | tollfree=+86 400 7889 377 | hours=09:00-17:30 (weekdays), 08:30-17:30 (weekends) | price=¥98 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-04 | content=This is the most popular of the Yao minority villages in Liannan County. Often referred to by its marketing name, 'the Millenium-old Yao Village' (千年瑶寨). The village is nestled in the mountains and surrounded by beautiful karst scenery. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Northern Guangdong}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|24.7196|112.2839}} fm6owp7hbe4w750c2eav7kfot38ixy6 0 19652 5328556 5321183 2026-08-14T23:18:30Z Iketsi 130149 /* History */ vertical flag 5328556 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner | Liechtenstein banner.jpg}} The '''Principality of Liechtenstein''' ([[German phrasebook|German]]: ''Fürstentum Liechtenstein'') is a tiny, alpine, German-speaking country with a population of 38,000, doubly landlocked by [[Switzerland]] and [[Austria]]. The principality enjoys a very high standard of living and is home to some incredibly beautiful mountain scenery. The principality's capital, [[Vaduz]], is a major centre of commerce and international banking. ==Towns== [[File:Liechtenstein-map.png|400px|thumb]] ===Highlands=== *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Vaduz]]|lat=47.141|long=9.521|wikidata=Q1844}} — The capital is the main shopping area in the country, with many souvenir stores and assorted restaurants. The city is also home to a modest ''cathedral'' and the decade-old ''Liechtenstein Kunstmuseum''. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Balzers]]|lat=47.066667|long=9.5|wikidata=Q49663}} — this town is home to a very beautiful church and castle *{{marker|type=city|name=Malbun|lat=47.102|long=9.608|wikidata=Q2251899}} — an area for skiing and snowboarding *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Schaan]]|lat=47.166667|long=9.509722|wikidata=Q49657}} — the largest populated area in the country *{{marker|type=city|name=Triesen|lat=47.1|long=9.533333|wikidata=Q49654}} — a small town south of Vaduz *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Triesenberg]]|lat=47.118056|long=9.543333|wikidata=Q49651}} — an alpine town high in Liechtenstein's mountains ===Lowlands=== *{{marker|type=city|name=Bendern|lat=47.216667|long=9.5|wikidata=Q816776}} — where Liechtenstein was born in 1699 *{{marker|type=city|name=Nendeln|lat=47.2|long=9.55|wikidata=Q991615}} — where there are a ceramics works and Roman ruins *{{marker|type=city|name=Schellenberg|lat=47.233606|long=9.548058|wikidata=Q49655}} — a town with a museum of rural homes *{{marker|type=city|name=Ruggell|lat=47.243333|long=9.53|wikidata=Q49659}} — a town in northern Liechtenstein where there is a nature reserve of rare plants and animals ==Understand== {{quickbar|location=LocationLiechtenstein.png}} ===History=== What is now the Principality of Liechtenstein was for a long time the minor holdings of a powerful noble family from elsewhere. It was part of the Holy Roman Empire and later became part of the German Confederation. In 1866 Liechtenstein changed its alignment from the by then-dissolved German Confederation to [[Austria-Hungary]] until the end of [[World War I]], when the economic devastation and the breakdown of the dual monarchy caused by that conflict forced Liechtenstein to conclude a customs and monetary union with Switzerland. Since [[World War II in Europe|World War II]] (in which Liechtenstein remained neutral), the country's reputation as a "tax haven" has spurred outstanding economic growth. Outside of banking, Liechtenstein's main economic activities are the production of false teeth and tourism. [[File:Flag of Liechtenstein.svg|thumb|The flag with the crown. On the vertical version of the flag, the crown is rotated as to always face upwards]] The Liechtensteinian flag is, by pure accident of history, identical to that of [[Haiti]] except for the emblems placed on both. During the 1936 Olympics, which were apparently the first time the two flags were displayed close to each other, this was discovered as Haitian civil flags at the time omitted the coat of arms and Liechtenstein added the crown as a symbol of its monarchy and to distinguish it from the civil flag of Haiti, should the two ever be displayed alongside each other. Shortcomings in banking regulatory oversight have resulted in concerns about the use of the financial institutions for money laundering and tax evasion. However, the days of bringing suitcases of money into banks for deposit with no questions asked are over. Liechtensteiners are also very proud of the fact that their nation has never been involved in a battle or military confrontation with an enemy state. They see their flag as a banner of peace. For a European country, the aristocratic element in the constitution is rather strong and the prince/regent has a lot of powers both in theory and in reality (unlike say the British monarch). However, unlike almost all monarchies in the world there is a provision in the constitution that the prince has to resign and the monarchy has to be abandoned if a majority of the people so desire. ===Economy=== [[File:9490 Vaduz, Liechtenstein - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Cow statue outside a souvenir shop in Vaduz]] Despite its small size and limited natural resources, Liechtenstein has developed into a prosperous, highly industrialized, free-enterprise economy with a vital financial service sector and living standards on a par with the urban areas of its large European neighbours. The Liechtenstein economy is widely diversified with a large number of small businesses. Low business taxes, the maximum tax rate is 20%, and easy incorporation rules have induced a large number of holding or so-called letter box companies to establish nominal offices in Liechtenstein, providing 30% of state revenues. Perhaps the most notable company from Liechtenstein is Hilti, not a bank, but a manufacturer of power tools (though they aren't made in Liechtenstein any longer). Liechtenstein is the world's leading producer of false teeth. Liechtenstein participates in a customs union with Switzerland and uses Swiss francs as its national currency interchangeably with the Liechtenstein frank. It imports more than 90% of its energy requirements. Liechtenstein has been, since May 1995, a member of the European Economic Area, an organization serving as a bridge between the EFTA and the EU. The government is working to harmonize its economic policies with those of an integrated Europe. Liechtenstein has one of the highest personal income rates (GDP per capita) in the world, with the base rate of income tax at just 1.2%. ===Geography=== Liechtenstein is very mountainous, and is double-landlocked — one of only two countries in the world to be landlocked by landlocked countries ([[Uzbekistan]] is the other). Most of the country's population lives in the long and wide Rhine Valley in the western third. Roads are mainly laid out in a north-south pattern following the valley as well. To the north, the main roads lead to the border with Austria, to the south, they enter Switzerland, and to the west across the river the bridges also cross into Switzerland. Most of the eastern border with Austria is not passable and is only accessible by foot as it is very mountainous, though the north of the country is well connected by road to [[Feldkirch]] in [[Austria]]. The country's highest point is the '''Grauspitz''', which reaches 2,599&nbsp;m. Among other European microstates, Liechtenstein is 2.5 times bigger than [[San Marino]] and 81 times bigger than [[Monaco]]. ===Climate=== Liechtenstein has a continental climate featuring cold, cloudy winters with frequent snow or rain, making the country a moderately popular ski destination. Summers are cool to moderately warm, also often cloudy and humid. ===Tourist information === * [https://tourismus.li/en/ Tourist information website] ==Talk== {{seealso|German phrasebook}} The official language is [[German phrasebook|German]], but the main language in everyday use is an [[Swiss-German phrasebook|Alemannic dialect]], that can be hard to understand even for native speakers of standard German. The Alemannic dialect group is also spoken in German-speaking Eastern Switzerland, the German state of Baden-Württemberg and the Austrian state of Vorarlberg. While the dialect is on the retreat in Germany and to some extent even in Austria, it is alive and well in Switzerland and Liechtenstein with some even fearing a local extinction of ''standard German'' due to lack of situations in which it is actually spoken. Almost everyone can speak standard German, and English is also prevalent. [[French phrasebook|French]] and Latin are also widely taught in the secondary public school system. Some shops have personnel who can address Asian tourists in their respective languages. ==Get in== ===Entry requirements=== {{Schengen}} [[File:Grenze Liechtenstein, Balzers.jpg|thumb|Entering Liechtenstein by road]] Liechtenstein is not a member of the EU. Therefore, travellers entering Liechtenstein from Austria (and vice versa) are subject to non-systematic customs controls. There have been no immigration controls since Liechtenstein joined the Schengen Area on 19 December 2011. If you want a passport stamp, it is available for CHF3 or €3 at any Tourist Office. Liechtenstein maintains a complete customs union with [[Switzerland]] and is represented by Swiss embassies internationally. Since 1923 there have been no border formalities needed for crossing between the two countries. In essence there is nothing more than a sign announcing your arrival in Switzerland or Liechtenstein (when you cross the Rhine or the land border), similar to the situation at smaller border crossings in many EU nations (e.g., Austria, Germany, France, Italy). ===By plane=== Liechtenstein has no airports. You can take a flight to [[Zürich#By plane|Zürich]] Airport ({{IATA|ZRH}}), 115 km from Liechtenstein. Although this is the only major airport near Liechtenstein, there are some limited services from Vienna to [[St. Gallen]]-Altenrhein Airport (53 km) by [https://peoples.ch/peoples-airline People's]. There is also a private airport in Bad Ragaz, very close to the border. Another popular point of entry is through [[Friedrichshafen]] in [[Germany]], which is served by low-cost airlines. Liechtenstein has a heliport in the Southern Lowlands. This heliport has no passport control so helicopters are only allowed to go inside the Schengen Area. There is a heliport near the border at Feldkirch, Austria where passport control can be organised. ===By train or bus=== '''Flixbus''' goes to Vaduz from [[Munich]], [[Bregenz]], [[Lindau]], [[Milan]], [[Lugano]] and [[Chur]] (as of mid-2024). ÖBB, the Austrian federal railway company, runs a limited service from [[Buchs]] SG station in [[Switzerland]], via [[Schaan]]-[[Vaduz]] station (near Schaan) to [[Feldkirch]] in [[Austria]]. Trains only run a few times a day, which makes buses generally more convenient. Buses run every 15 minutes from the train station at Buchs (the main Swiss town on the Liechtenstein border) to Schaan and Vaduz. Tickets can be purchased on the bus for Fr.&nbsp;3.40 and it only takes about 10 minutes to Schaan and another 5 to Vaduz. Liechtenstein is the only European country with a rail network where there is no train station in the capital city, and there are (as of 2024) no plans to change that. If coming by rail from Switzerland, it may be quicker and cheaper to take the train as far as [[Sargans]], from where it's possible to catch a bus (see below) straight to [[Vaduz]]. Consult the [http://sbb.ch/en/index.htm SBB timetable]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} to find out what'll be quickest when you're travelling. There are lockers at the Sargans station so you can leave your luggage there. The Liechtenstein Buses Route 12 runs from Sargans railway station to Buchs railway station via central Vaduz and Schaan railway station. It leaves from outside each station approximately every 20 minutes. The buses are yellow-green. A fare to Vaduz is Fr.&nbsp;5.80 from Sargans and Fr.&nbsp;3.40 from Buchs. There are student prices as well (be sure to show your student ID). Consider getting a whole network day pass (Fr.&nbsp;12) or week pass (Fr.&nbsp;24) if you are making many journeys, though two single fares (e.g., from Sargans or Buchs to Vaduz and Vaduz onward to Feldkirch) cost less than a day pass. From [[Feldkirch]] railway station in [[Austria]], look for the distinctive off-yellow Liechtenstein Buses. Numbers 11 and 14 head straight to Vaduz and number 13 goes to Buchs railway station, by-passing Vaduz, so you'll have to change at the Schaan interchange. ===By car=== Liechtenstein has no highways, but the Swiss Autobahn A13/E34 runs along the Swiss side of the Rhine River, the border between Switzerland and Liechtenstein. There are several access points that cross the Rhine into Liechtenstein, the two that are most commonly used are the bridge crossing into the southern town of Balzers and the crossing into Vaduz. If you aren't coming from the west or have a Swiss vignette already, it may make sense to avoid Swiss highways as there is only a year vignette. The alternative is to reach Liechtenstein via Austria. Coming from Germany, you most likely will also buy a vignette which is available in a 10 day variety that is much cheaper than the Swiss year version. You enter Liechtenstein directly from the north, via the Austrian city of Feldkirch which is also a tourist attraction. Driving in Liechtenstein is relatively safe, but extra care should be taken on narrow and winding mountain roads. Speed traps are common, and for good reason as the roads are not made for high speeds. Vaduz has several parking garages and places. As the city is not very large you can hardly make a poor choice. The prices don't differ that much. ===Hitch-hiking=== Very easy from Feldkirch in Austria. In rush hour, lots of commuters head into the capital. A simple sign as you stand by the main road in Feldkirch should get you a lift within minutes. ==Get around== ===By bus=== For a rural area of its size and wealth, Liechtenstein's bus system is decent and well patronized. The country's sole bus operator is [http://www.liemobil.li/ Liemobil]. Fares are reasonable. A day ticket costs Fr.&nbsp;12 (as of Jan 2024) and a 7-day unlimited use card costs Fr.&nbsp;24. Single ride tickets can be purchased from the driver, or through [https://fairtiq.com/en/ FAIRTIQ] or [https://www.sbb.ch/en/travel-information/apps/sbb-mobile.html SBB Mobile] apps. === By train === It is possible to travel between the country's three active railway stations, but the bus is far more frequent. There are eleven daily trains between Schaan-Vaduz, Forst-Hilti, and Nendeln railway stations. The train is purely a commuter service, with nearly all trains running in the morning and evenings on weekdays. The Forst-Hilti station serves the Hilti complex, the biggest company in Liechtenstein, with over 2,000 employees. ===By bike=== Another cheap way to travel, weather permitting, is by bike. The roads in Liechtenstein are in excellent condition and many (in the Balzers-Schaan corridor) even offer bike lanes. Biking through the whole country (entering from Austria going all the way south through to Switzerland) takes only a few hours, but is worth every minute of the wonderful alpine scenery! === By car === Liechtenstein is a very sluggish place to drive. The majority of the roads are either uphill on extremely steep and winding stretches or in populated regions. If it has one, the automatic gearbox should be in sport setting there. The valley also has straighter roadways. The roads are frequently a little congested, particularly in the direction of Vaduz. Speed restrictions are prominently displayed. Some sections of the road between cities are 80 km/h, but primarily within the 50 km/h zone. Because of how slowly the interior roads move, navigators frequently suggest taking the highway just across the border in Switzerland. There are no national highways in the nation. === '''By foot''' === Liechtenstein is full of well-marked and -maintained hiking trails. The 'Liechtenstein Weg' is a 77-km path that crosses the entire country, from Balzers to Schaaneald, while doing some loops and going a bit into the mountains. It is divided into 5 stages, but realistically manageable in 2-3 days. If you would walk the main high way, you could cross the country in one day. ==See== Liechtenstein boasts a number of attractions that are of interest to visitors. [[File:Liechtenstein asv2022-10 img26 Balzers Burg Gutenberg.jpg|thumb|Balzers Castle]] * [[Balzers#See|'''Balzers Castle''']] is a spectacular Gothic building. * '''Schloss Vaduz''' in [[Vaduz#Q694782|Vaduz]] - This imposing and historic castle, home to the royal family, overlooks the city of Vaduz and is approachable on the main Vaduz-Triesenberg road (bus route 21). It is not open to the public, but it is possible to view it from quite close up. It is possible to encounter the royal family at the Kunstmuseum, coming in and out of Schloss Vaduz or skiing during winter time. This is one benefit of such a small country. They are recognizable in their cars, which use their birth year for their licence plate number. * The '''mountain ranges''' within Liechtenstein are filled with tall peaks. Both lie within the eastern and western Alps and display climbing options. ==Do== Liechtenstein offers great [[hiking]], road [[biking]], and mountain biking terrain. [[Skiing]] and [[snowboarding]] are also offered at a reasonable price at the country's small resort, [[Malbun]], in comparison to the expensive lift prices in neighbouring Switzerland or Austria. Football: the men's national team play at Rheinpark Stadion in Vaduz. The country is too small to have its own club league, so its professional clubs play in the Swiss leagues. Get up early one morning and drive up the mountains on the east side of the river. From here you have an incredible view over Vaduz & Switzerland. Liechtenstein is popular among philatelists and even has a postal museum. You can also get an entry stamp of Liechtenstein in your passport at the tourist centre and some souvenir shops (Fr.&nbsp;3 or €3). ==Buy== ===Money=== {{exchange rates | currency=Liechtenstein franc | currencyCode=Fr.&nbsp; | date=August 2026 | USD=0.8 | EUR=0.9 | GBP=1.0 | CAD=0.5 | AUD=0.5 | JPY=0.5 | CHF=1 (fixed rate) | source=[https://www.xe.com/currency/chf-swiss-franc XE.com] }} Liechtenstein uses the Swiss franc ('''CHF''') as its currency. Many shops will also accept euros, but the exchange rate may not be very advantageous and you will get your change in Euro. An exception are supermarkets, where you will usually get the best exchange rate, which makes it a good place for exchanging your Euros into Francs: buy something and pay with a bigger euro bill, they accept up to 100€ bills (especially if you continue to Switzerland afterwards and want to exchange money) For a short visit you might not need francs at all though, as even the parking garage accepts euros. ===Costs=== Costs in Liechtenstein are roughly equivalent to those in [[Switzerland]] and are therefore somewhat more expensive than other European countries. ==Eat== You will find a few restaurants in the larger cities of Liechtenstein. There is also a McDonald's restaurant (opened in 1996; serves wine), which is very popular and is widely publicised by road signs throughout the country. The many small bakeries are a great place to get a warm, fresh roll or pastry. ==Drink== [[File:3156 - Vaduz - Hintergass vom Mitteldorf.JPG|thumb|Wineyard in Balzers]] There is a small amount of wine that is produced in Liechtenstein that is available in supermarkets and tourist shops throughout the country. Expect to pay around Fr.&nbsp;25 for an average bottle. The Prince owns his own vineyard in Vaduz, off the main road. Beer is also available for purchase that is made with malt from Liechtenstein, although most of the beer is brewed in Switzerland. A variety of other European wines, beers, and soft drinks are also available. There is now a brewery in Liechtenstein that produces a variety of beers; lagers including Helles (blonde) and Hefe Weizen (unfiltered wheat) styles are brewed. There is also a one-man distillery in Triesen which makes liquors and schnapps from fruits. Tours on Saturdays. ==Sleep== There are a few hotels in Liechtenstein, but they tend to be on the expensive side. There is one youth hostel [http://www.hihostels.com/dba/hostel055067.en.htm]{{Dead link|date=February 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} located in Schaan, but it closes for the winter. You will probably be able to find cheaper accommodation in neighboring [[Feldkirch]], Austria. Camping Mittagspitz is the only full-service campsite in the Principality. It offers excellent facilities, a friendly reception and a fabulous reasonably priced restaurant. Fares for pitching a tent are around 22€ + 2€ tourist tax (April 2024) There are three other campgrounds in Liechtenstein: one in Bendern, one in Vaduz, and one in Triesen. All are pretty much full year round. *{{sleep | name=Gasthaus Krone | url=http://www.hotelkrone.li/ | email= | address=Dorf 36, 9488 Schellenberg | lat= | long= | directions=next to post office and bus-station | phone=+423 373 1168 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Fr.&nbsp;60 (dbl) | content=Very inexpensive rooms. Family run hotel and restaurant. 15 km away from Vaduz, regular (hourly) bus service to all parts of Liechtenstein. }} ==Learn== Liechtenstein's university offers courses only in technical sciences. * {{listing | name=University of Liechtenstein | alt=Universität Liechtenstein | url=https://www.uni.li/de | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q974328 | lastedit=2023-02-24 | content= }} ==Work== Citizens of all [[European Union#EEA|EEA countries]] and Switzerland have an unrestricted right to work in Liechtenstein. However, to live in Liechtenstein, you will need a residence permit, and only very few of these are issued. This means that if you get a job in Liechtenstein, you will most probably have to live in Austria or Switzerland and commute into Liechtenstein daily. If you are not a citizen of the EEA or Switzerland, getting a job in Liechtenstein is very difficult. ==Stay safe== Liechtenstein is easily one of the safest countries in the world, though it is not without its problems. The most common crime in Liechtenstein is of a non-violent nature, though the principality maintains a well-equipped police force which maintains a presence on the streets. In the late 1990s, the ''Liechtenstein Landespolizei'' launched a crackdown on prostitution in Vaduz. Considering the largest cities nearby are Innsbruck and Zürich, outside of Schaan and Vaduz, the whole place can seem very rural. Drunk drivers and winter road conditions may be your only "realistic" concern. Speed limits are strictly enforced by speed cameras, which can lead to high fines. Don't speed, enjoy the scenery instead. The country's beautiful scenery is also very dangerous. Cases of hikers finding themselves in difficulty are very common, and extreme care should be taken when leaving the well-marked trails. Follow local advice, read local weather forecasts (newspapers in the principality print individual forecasts for the different cities in Liechtenstein, which is beneficial because the difference in altitude often cause different weather conditions), and ensure that you have the correct equipment before setting out. ==Stay healthy== There are excellent medical facilities in Liechtenstein, but it is more likely that you would be transferred to a hospital in [[Switzerland]] should you require medical attention. If you are an Austrian or EU citizen you may want to seek medical attention in next-door Feldkirch, Austria. '''[[Tap water]]''' is safe to drink. ==Respect== [[File:The Princely Liechtenstein Tattoo Parade in Schaan 2015 - 025.jpg|thumb|The Princely Liechtenstein Tattoo Parade in Schaan]] The Principality of Liechtenstein has existed for centuries as an independent state and this should be remembered. Liechtensteiners are very proud of their national identity and would take offence at being wrongly labelled "German", "Austrian" or "Swiss". Remember that this is a traditional Catholic country. On Sundays, the streets are almost dead except for the tourists and the tourist shops. The Prince of Liechtenstein and the Monarchy are well respected in Liechtenstein. Bear that in mind when conversing with the locals. ==Connect== As of Sept 2021, the country has 4G from all Swiss carriers, but 5G has not yet arrived. The Austrian signal doesn't reach here because of the mountains. Wifi is widely available in public places. ==Go next== From Liechtenstein, going to the picturesque Austrian city of Feldkirch is a natural choice. The closest larger city of Switzerland is St. Gallen with its monasterial complex. Liechtenstein can be seen as part of the German-Swiss-Austrian [[Lake Constance]] with many wonderful destinations. {{outlinecountry}} {{geo|47.16|9.52|zoom=11}} {{isPartOf|Central_Europe}} mtozdq7wus5tfg49ziwiys83msl0b6j 0 20314 5328520 4314601 2026-08-14T20:56:52Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328520 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Los Lunas VW banner.jpg}} '''Los Lunas''' is a nice little town about 20 miles south of [[Albuquerque]] in [[Central New Mexico]]. ==Get in== Los Lunas is just off Interstate highway 25, although travelers can also get there via the far more scenic back roads, like NM 314. The nearest major airport is in Albuquerque. A commuter railroad, the '''[http://www.nmrailrunner.com New Mexico Rail Runner Express]''', connects Los Lunas to Albuquerque, [[Santa Fe (New Mexico)|Santa Fe]], and some of the other small communities along the Rio Grande. The Los Lunas station is located at the intersection of Courthouse Road and NM 314, about a half-mile south of the intersection of NM 314 and Main Street. The train runs with limited service daily. ==Get around== The junction of NM 314 and Main Street (NM 6) marks the center of town. I-25 runs north-south west of town. {{mapframe|34.8062|-106.7334|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Teofilo's Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address=144 Main St | lat= | long= | directions=just east of the junction of NM 314 and NM 6 | phone =+1 505 865-5511 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In an old house, serves excellent New Mexican food. $8-$12. }} * {{eat | name=RIBS BBQ | alt= | url= | email= | address=120 Nelson Lane | lat= | long= | directions=just northeast of the intersection of NM 6 and NM 263 | phone =+1 505 866-0000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Serves excellent BBQ, and brews their own beer onsite. $7-$12 }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== There are a few places to sleep around the Main St/I-25 intersection, mainly chain motels, like the '''Quality Inn''' and a '''Days Inn'''. There's also the '''[http://www.westernskiesinnsuites.com/ Western Skies Inn & Suites]''', 2258 Sun Ranch Village Loop (''just west of the Main St/I-25 intersection''), ''+1 505'' 865-0001. ==Go next== {{routebox-1 | placename=Los Lunas | image1=I-25.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Santa Fe (New Mexico)|Santa Fe]] | minorl1=[[Albuquerque]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Las Cruces]] | minorr1=[[Belen]] }} {{usablecity}} {{geo|34.80611|-106.73333}} {{IsPartOf|Central New Mexico}} 0ghyupjkyak4d51sfgw6e49b6jgutrc 5328526 5328520 2026-08-14T21:15:52Z Mangilobaby 2432955 Improved, Thanks 5328526 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Los Lunas VW banner.jpg}} '''Los Lunas''' is a nice little town about 20 miles south of [[Albuquerque]] in [[Central New Mexico]]. ==Understand== Los Lunas is a village in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2020 census, the village has a population of 17,242. It is the county seat of Valencia County. Los Lunas is part of the Albuquerque metropolitan area. Los Lunas was established in the 18th century and developed as an agricultural community along the Rio Grande. The area was named after the Luna family, an influential Spanish colonial family. Today, Los Lunas combines a growing suburban community with its historic agricultural character. Its location makes it convenient for visitors exploring central New Mexico while offering access to nearby outdoor and cultural attractions. ==History== The original land grant was made to Don Adrian Luna Candelaria in 1716, but within two years it was given to the Luna family. Some Civil War battles were fought near the village. Los Lunas became the county seat in 1876 and became an incorporated village in 1928. The Los Lunas Decalogue Stone is located nearby. A United States Army Air Forces bombing range, used by elements of the 509th Bomb Wing out of Kirtland Army Air Field, later Kirtland Air Force Base, was located here during and after World War II. ==Climate== According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Los Lunas has a cold semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Los Lunas was 110 °F (43.3 °C) on August 13, 1948, while the coldest temperature recorded was −25 °F (−31.7 °C) on January 7, 1971. ==Arts and culture== The village offers a variety of events to go to. Among them are annual events such as: the St. Patrick's Day Balloon Rally; Fourth of July Parade, celebration and fireworks display at Daniel Fernandez Park; and the Holiday Electric Light Parade down main street (NM Highway 6). ==Get in== Los Lunas is just off Interstate highway 25, although travelers can also get there via the far more scenic back roads, like NM 314. The nearest major airport is in Albuquerque. A commuter railroad, the '''[http://www.nmrailrunner.com New Mexico Rail Runner Express]''', connects Los Lunas to Albuquerque, [[Santa Fe (New Mexico)|Santa Fe]], and some of the other small communities along the Rio Grande. The Los Lunas station is located at the intersection of Courthouse Road and NM 314, about a half-mile south of the intersection of NM 314 and Main Street. The train runs with limited service daily. ==Get around== The junction of NM 314 and Main Street (NM 6) marks the center of town. I-25 runs north-south west of town. {{mapframe|34.8062|-106.7334|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Teofilo's Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address=144 Main St | lat= | long= | directions=just east of the junction of NM 314 and NM 6 | phone =+1 505 865-5511 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In an old house, serves excellent New Mexican food. $8-$12. }} * {{eat | name=RIBS BBQ | alt= | url= | email= | address=120 Nelson Lane | lat= | long= | directions=just northeast of the intersection of NM 6 and NM 263 | phone =+1 505 866-0000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Serves excellent BBQ, and brews their own beer onsite. $7-$12 }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== There are a few places to sleep around the Main St/I-25 intersection, mainly chain motels, like the '''Quality Inn''' and a '''Days Inn'''. There's also the '''[http://www.westernskiesinnsuites.com/ Western Skies Inn & Suites]''', 2258 Sun Ranch Village Loop (''just west of the Main St/I-25 intersection''), ''+1 505'' 865-0001. ==Go next== {{routebox-1 | placename=Los Lunas | image1=I-25.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Santa Fe (New Mexico)|Santa Fe]] | minorl1=[[Albuquerque]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Las Cruces]] | minorr1=[[Belen]] }} {{usablecity}} {{geo|34.80611|-106.73333}} {{IsPartOf|Central New Mexico}} 92x4dyica9cxtl58y7y5f307mkk857c 5328538 5328526 2026-08-14T21:52:12Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* See */ Added content 5328538 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Los Lunas VW banner.jpg}} '''Los Lunas''' is a nice little town about 20 miles south of [[Albuquerque]] in [[Central New Mexico]]. ==Understand== Los Lunas is a village in Valencia County, New Mexico, United States. As of the 2020 census, the village has a population of 17,242. It is the county seat of Valencia County. Los Lunas is part of the Albuquerque metropolitan area. Los Lunas was established in the 18th century and developed as an agricultural community along the Rio Grande. The area was named after the Luna family, an influential Spanish colonial family. Today, Los Lunas combines a growing suburban community with its historic agricultural character. Its location makes it convenient for visitors exploring central New Mexico while offering access to nearby outdoor and cultural attractions. ==History== The original land grant was made to Don Adrian Luna Candelaria in 1716, but within two years it was given to the Luna family. Some Civil War battles were fought near the village. Los Lunas became the county seat in 1876 and became an incorporated village in 1928. The Los Lunas Decalogue Stone is located nearby. A United States Army Air Forces bombing range, used by elements of the 509th Bomb Wing out of Kirtland Army Air Field, later Kirtland Air Force Base, was located here during and after World War II. ==Climate== According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Los Lunas has a cold semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Los Lunas was 110 °F (43.3 °C) on August 13, 1948, while the coldest temperature recorded was −25 °F (−31.7 °C) on January 7, 1971. ==Arts and culture== The village offers a variety of events to go to. Among them are annual events such as: the St. Patrick's Day Balloon Rally; Fourth of July Parade, celebration and fireworks display at Daniel Fernandez Park; and the Holiday Electric Light Parade down main street (NM Highway 6). ==Get in== Los Lunas is just off Interstate highway 25, although travelers can also get there via the far more scenic back roads, like NM 314. The nearest major airport is in Albuquerque. A commuter railroad, the '''[http://www.nmrailrunner.com New Mexico Rail Runner Express]''', connects Los Lunas to Albuquerque, [[Santa Fe (New Mexico)|Santa Fe]], and some of the other small communities along the Rio Grande. The Los Lunas station is located at the intersection of Courthouse Road and NM 314, about a half-mile south of the intersection of NM 314 and Main Street. The train runs with limited service daily. ==Get around== The junction of NM 314 and Main Street (NM 6) marks the center of town. I-25 runs north-south west of town. {{mapframe|34.8062|-106.7334|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Los Lunas Museum of Heritage & Arts| alt= | url= | email= | address=251 Main St. SE, Los Lunas, NM 87031 | lat=| long=| directions= | phone=(505) 352-7720| tollfree= | hours= Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed Sunday and Monday)| price= free | wikidata= | content=Local museum documenting the history and culture of Los Lunas and Valencia County, with historical objects, photographs and rotating exhibits. }} * {{see | name=Daniel Fernandez Park| alt= | url=| email= | address=1103 Highway 314 SW, Los Lunas| lat= | long= | directions= | phone = | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= free | content=Community park with open spaces and recreational facilities. }} * '''Los Lunas Historic District''' — Historic area containing older buildings and reminders of the village's agricultural and Spanish colonial heritage. * '''Rio Grande''' — Major river running through the valley west of Los Lunas, with surrounding agricultural land and wildlife habitat. ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Teofilo's Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address=144 Main St | lat= | long= | directions=just east of the junction of NM 314 and NM 6 | phone =+1 505 865-5511 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In an old house, serves excellent New Mexican food. $8-$12. }} * {{eat | name=RIBS BBQ | alt= | url= | email= | address=120 Nelson Lane | lat= | long= | directions=just northeast of the intersection of NM 6 and NM 263 | phone =+1 505 866-0000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Serves excellent BBQ, and brews their own beer onsite. $7-$12 }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== There are a few places to sleep around the Main St/I-25 intersection, mainly chain motels, like the '''Quality Inn''' and a '''Days Inn'''. There's also the '''[http://www.westernskiesinnsuites.com/ Western Skies Inn & Suites]''', 2258 Sun Ranch Village Loop (''just west of the Main St/I-25 intersection''), ''+1 505'' 865-0001. ==Go next== {{routebox-1 | placename=Los Lunas | image1=I-25.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Santa Fe (New Mexico)|Santa Fe]] | minorl1=[[Albuquerque]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Las Cruces]] | minorr1=[[Belen]] }} {{usablecity}} {{geo|34.80611|-106.73333}} {{IsPartOf|Central New Mexico}} gu2stoxas0a90ismo21jsxsnoc7vmoi 0 20457 5328727 5237183 2026-08-15T10:10:03Z Firenze Rafting 2437609 /* Do */ Added the Bagni di Lucca listing in neutral tone and added practical details 5328727 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Lucca banner.jpg|Piazza dell'Anfiteatro}} '''Lucca''' is a city of some 90,000 people (2017) in [[Lucca (province)|Lucca province]] of [[Tuscany]]. Its long history goes back to Etruscan and Ancient Roman times, and the city retains pieces of ancient architecture. Lucca's heyday was in the [[Gothic]] era just before the Renaissance, and the city contains much marvelous architecture from that era. Lucca remained an independent city state until the end of the 18th century. Giacomo Puccini, one of the best-known opera composers, was born in Lucca, and his house is visited by many opera-lovers every year. ==Understand == [[image:Dome Lucques Duomo San Martino Lucca.jpg|thumb|The Duomo (San Martino)]] [[image:02 Lucca seen from Torre Guinigi.jpg|thumb|Panorama of Lucca from the Torre Guinigi]] The area of most interest to visitors is enclosed within the old city's defensive walls. The top of these broad walls is a ring park, a pleasant place for walking. * {{listing | name=Tourist Centre | alt= | url=https://www.touristcenterlucca.com/ | email=info@touristcenterlucca.com | address=Piazzale Ricasoli, 203 | lat=43.837854 | long=10.505687 | directions=just outside the railway station, by the San Pietro south entrance to the walled city | phone=+39 0583 494401 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:30-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2023-08-10 | content=You can deposit luggage here (€5 per bag for the whole day), hire bikes and join guided bike tours. }} ==Get in== Rail and road links provide easy access from nearby Pisa and Florence. ===By plane=== '''[http://www.pisa-airport.com/ Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport]{{Dead link|date=March 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ({{IATA|PSA}}) is 2 km south of [[Pisa]]. Flights from most large cities are available daily, and from major airports several per day. Car hire is available from all the major providers. There's a direct "Viabus" from the airport to Lucca, one hour; buy your tickets (€4) beforehand at the kiosk within the arrivals hall. Otherwise take the "Pisamover" light railway to Pisa Centrale, and change there for trains to Lucca. Viabus 11 calls at '''Florence Airport''' on its way to Florence Santa Maria Novella. ===By train=== The {{marker|type=go|name=railway station|url=|lat=43.8374 |long=10.5062 }} is just south of the old town walls. Deposit luggage at the Tourist Center just outside. Trains from Pisa Centrale run every 30 minutes. Lucca is also on the main line from Viareggio to Florence Santa Maria Novella, so there is a direct train at least hourly from both cities. ===By bus=== The main local operator is Viabus, with regular runs to Pisa, Florence and Barga. The {{marker|type=go|name=bus station |url=|lat=43.842 |long=10.497 }} is at Piazzale Verdi, just inside the walls west side of the old town. ===By car=== Driving inside the walls is mostly reserved to residents, so park your car (there are car parks outside the walls and a couple inside, accessible by non-residents) and rent a bike. Several bicycle rental locations can be found near the north entrance to the city, Porta Santa Maria, near Porta San Pietro and walking from Porta Elisa towards the center. It is not a large city within the walls, so you may find it more enjoyable to simply walk around. The city has many car parks outside the wall; the largest two are on the North and South side. The A11 (E76) Runs from the coastal A12(E80) Autostrada across towards Firenze. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|43.8425|10.5033|zoom=15}} '''On foot:''' the old city is compact. '''By bike:''' hardly necessary for the old city, but helpful if you've edge of town accommodation. Hire bikes from the Tourist Center at the railway station. Rental bikes ranging from 2-6 people are available for rent to travel around the circumference and within Lucca. '''By bus:''' little ''navetti'' potter through the streets: a map of their nine routes is available at [http://www.vaibus.it Vaibus]. The only one you're likely to use is #11 from railway station to bus station, and #12 in the other direction. Last buses are at 20:00. As for other Italian buses, buy your ticket at any tobacconist, and cancel it when you board. A single ticket is €1. ==See== [[File:Duomo di Lucca vom Torre Guinigi 2009-07.jpg|thumb|View of the Duomo and the hills beyond, from Torre Guinigi]] [[image:Lucca.city walls01.jpg|thumb|City walls]] *{{do | name=City Walls | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=You can walk or cycle on top of the ancient city walls. The entire perimeter is approximately 4 km. This gives a good introduction to the city layout. Expect crowds in the summer months. }} * {{see | name=Piazza dell'Anfiteatro | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8454 | long=10.5063 | directions=off the Via Fillungo, main entrance by Piazza Scarpellini | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazza dell'Anfiteatro | image=Anfiteatro Lucca.png | wikidata=Q1067038 | content=A former Roman amphitheatre, but the remains of the amphitheatre are gone. The houses there are of medieval origin, built where the spectator stands were. }} *{{see | name=Duomo di San Martino | alt= | url= | email= | address=Piazza di San Martino | lat=43.840556 | long=10.506389 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 | wikipedia=Lucca Cathedral | image=Dome Lucques Duomo San Martino Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q1282278 | content=Romanesque cathedral dating to 14th century. Contains the must-see '''Volto Santo''' and '''Ilaria del Carretto's Sarcophagus''' by Jacopo della Quercia (as of May 2014 you have to pay an additional €4 to see this). Includes a sculpture of the crucifixion attributed to an eyewitness, Nicodemus. Some interesting carvings in the marble exterior, including a labyrinth. }} *{{see | name=Torre Guinigi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843611 | long=10.506944 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=As of July 2019 the normal entrance price is €5 and the reduced price is €4. It is also possible to buy one ticket for both Torre Guinigi, Torre delle Ore and botanical garden for €9 total | wikipedia=Guinigi Tower | image=Torre Guinigi from Torre Torre dell'Orologio.jpg | wikidata=Q2265902 | content=This is a tower with trees atop it, a very dramatic sight, with good views of the city. No lift, many stairs. }} *{{see | name=Torre delle Ore | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8434 | long=10.5042 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=As of July 2019 the normal entrance price is €5 and reduced price is €4. It is also possible to buy one ticket for both Torre Guinigi, Torre delle Ore and botanical garden for €9 total | wikipedia=Torre delle Ore, Lucca | image=Torre dell'Orologio (Lucca) 01.JPG | wikidata=Q3995476 | content=Ancient clock tower with original clock still working. It is possible to go upstairs in this tower for a beautiful view of the city and a good perspective of Fillungo street. Great views of Torre Guinigi's trees. No lift. }} * {{see | name=Puccini Museum | alt= | url=http://www.puccinimuseum.org/en/ | email= | address=Corte San Lorenzo, 9 | lat=43.84329 | long=10.50155 | directions= | phone=+39 0583 584028 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3867564 | lastedit=2015-12-05 | content=This was Puccini's birthplace and is now a museum about the composer. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Mansi | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/182/lucca-museo-di-palazzo-mansi | email= | address= | lat=43.843611 | long=10.499167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi | image=Palazzo mansi, cortile 02.JPG | wikidata=Q2219262 | content= }} * {{see | name=Saint Michael's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843056 | long=10.502778 | directions=in the center of the Roman Forum | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Michele in Foro | image=San Michele Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q1809639 | content= }} * {{see | name=Saint Frediano's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.846111 | long=10.504722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Basilica of San Frediano | image=Basilica di San Frediano Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q762111 | content= }} * {{see | name=Via Fillungo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843889 | long=10.504278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Lucca - Panorama dalla Torre dell'Orologio 02.JPG | wikidata=Q4010611 | content=Main street full of shops and bars. }} *{{see | name=Palazzo Pfanner | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via degli Asili | lat=43.84615 | long=10.503297 | directions= | phone=+39 340 923 30 85 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€4 | wikipedia=Palazzo Pfanner | image=Lucca Frediano Pfanner.JPG | wikidata=Q3360907 | content=Preserved rooms formerly inhabited by the Pfanner family, as well as a pleasant garden. Also on display, some 19th-century medical equipment. }} * {{see | name=Piazza Napoleone | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8414 | long=10.5027 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3902265 | content=Lucca's largest square. Contains the large '''Palazzo Ducale''', now a government building. }} * {{see | name=Domus Romana | alt= | url= | email=info@domusromanalucca.it | address= | lat=43.84515 | long=10.50316 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 | wikidata=Q55674229 | lastedit=2012-04-01 | content=Remains of an old Roman home, have been partially excavated, and may be seen at via Cesare Battisi 15 (at via San Giorgio). }} * {{see | name=Statue of Luigi Boccherini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.842878 | long=10.506383 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2019-05-13 | content= }} * Lucca has many old churches, some of which now house '''art galleries'''. ==Do== [[File:Basilica di San Frediano Lucca.jpg|thumb|San Frediano]] * '''Puccini opera & recitals:''' The composer Puccini (1858-1924) was born and grew up in Lucca. His works are regularly performed here throughout the year. From 1891 he lived at Torre del Lago on the coast 20 km west, and built a villa there; the annual Puccini festival is held nearby. In 1921 a peat works polluted the neighbourhood so he moved to neighbouring Viareggio. {{marker|type=see|name= Puccini villa at Torre del Lago|lat=43.832319|long=10.306723}} is nowadays a museum and he's buried in the chapel there. *{{do | name=Bagni di Lucca's spa | alt= | url=http://www.bagnidiluccaterme.info/en/argomento/le-terme.html | email= | address= | lat=44.012282 | long=10.582044 | directions=27km away from Lucca and 48km from Versilia | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-13 | content=Bagni di Lucca lies between the Appenine Mountains giving a semblance of a climatic mountain resort despite its 152 meters above sea level, perfectly integrated by the River Lima and Serchio, from which the Valley takes its name, can be considered an oasis of peace and serenity. }} ===Festivals=== * {{do | name=Puccini festival | alt= | url=https://www.puccinifestival.it | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Festival Puccini | wikidata=Q2278025 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=An opera festival dedicated to Puccini, staging all his best-loved works. It is held July to August in Torre del Lago on the coast near Lucca. }} * {{do | name=Lucca summer festival | alt= | url=http://www.summer-festival.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3838372 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=A series of concerts by major international rock stars, held annually end of June into July. It's not like a "greenfield" rock festival with concentrated venue, time-span and mud. Most events are in Piazza Napoleone in the old town centre. Standing-room tickets are available, these are released separately as each act confirms their dates. }} * {{do | name=Lucca Comics and Games | alt= | url=http://www.luccacomicsandgames.com | email= | address=Piazza San Romano | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€15-20 per day | wikipedia=Lucca Comics & Games | image=Lucca Comics 2007 San Michele.JPG | wikidata=Q1070962 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=The largest comic book and gaming festival in Europe, held in the long week-end around November 1, a national holiday in Italy. It includes many events, guests and open-air market stands around the city centre, and the city is full with cosplayers in colourful costumes. }} * {{do | name=Bagni di Lucca | lat=43.9911 | long=10.5931 | directions=27 km north of Lucca on the SS12, about 40 minutes by car, or 30 minutes by train on the Lucca to Aulla line | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A spa town in the Lima valley with natural hot springs and steam grottoes, in use since the Middle Ages and fashionable with English and Russian visitors in the 19th century. The valley is also used for rafting, packrafting and canyoning between spring and autumn, and marked trails lead up into the wooded hills towards the Apuan Alps. It makes a straightforward day trip from Lucca. }} ==Learn== * {{listing | name=LIS Lucca Italian School | alt= | url=http://www.luccaitalianschool.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=If you want to learn and have fun at the same time, this school is a good choice. It provides courses and private lessons for students of any age and level in Italian language and culture. }} ==Buy== The main shopping street is Via Fillungo which runs roughly north/south through the centre of the city. It has a mix of high to mid-range shops selling a range of Italian designer labels such as Missoni, Armani, Max Mara, etc. *{{buy | name=Enoteca Vanni | url=http://www.enotecavanni.com | email=info@enotecacavanni.com | address=Piazza del Salvatore 7 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 491902 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=closed Sundays? | price= | content=A decent wine and liquor store. One could spend some time poking around the four cellar rooms. }} ==Eat== Only in Lucca you can find a special sweet-bread in shape of a small baguette or a bun. It's called '''Buccellato''' and it has raisins inside and has a unique taste of anise. You can find it in a small shop called Taddeucci, behind Saint Michael's church in the main square. ===Budget=== *{{eat | name=Trattoria da Leo | url= | email= | address=Via Tegrimi 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 492236 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Fairly typical Tuscan cuisine with some Luccan touches (e.g. pine nuts). The menu is only in Italian. Vegetarian friendly. Reservations are a good idea or arrive around 19:00. }} *{{eat | name=Pizzeria La Bersagliera | url= | email= | address=Via Pisana 2136 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583510758 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=If you happen to have a car, do check out this pizzeria, just ten minutes drive outside of town, it's worth. The owners come from Calabria, so you are likely to find all kinds of spicy salami, olives, mushrooms on top of your pizza. A different meal, served by distracted waitresses. Beware: You can't have your espresso coffee there. Being asked for coffees, the old owner used to reply: "Yeah, go get that at La Cubana", which is a bar downtown. Oh, and you can't make reservations: Be there by 19:00. }} *{{eat | name=Forno a vapore Amedeo Giusti | url= | email= | address=Via Santa Lucia 18/20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 496285 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Strolling along the Torre Guinigi (the one with trees on top), you'll probably sniff some irresistible oily and flory smell. It's called focaccia, the Lucchese idea of a snack. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{eat | name=Vecchia Trattoria Buralli | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=It is practically hidden on via San Giorgio and one of the best restaurants. With a constantly changing menu and an extensive wine list. }} ===Splurge=== * {{eat | name=Buca di San Antonio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=just off the Piazza San Michele | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Enjoys a high reputation for local dishes prepared in the traditional Lucchesi style. }} * {{eat | name=Ristorante Giglio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=in the Piazza Giglio | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offering wonderful Lucchesi cuisine, attentive staff and a delightful terrace overlooking the square. }} ==Drink== It is safe to drink the water that comes out of the public fountains. Many locals fill gallon jugs and it is their primary source of drinking water. It is delicious and quite refreshing. In fact, it tastes better than most bottled water. The digestive tonic '''[http://www.massagli.com/ithome.html China Massagli]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' is produced at the Farmacia Massagli in Lucca. This is an eminent example of the "china" style of amaro (Italian potable bitters). If you ask for an "amaro locale" at a restaurant, this is likely what you will receive. '''Biadina''' is another local style of bitters, bottled by Massagli and other producers; this drink is often sold with a small pack of pine nuts. Compared to [[Florence]] or [[Siena]], there is relatively little late night activity on the streets of old Lucca. The San Colombano, on top of the walls, overlooking the train station, the Betty Blue (near piazza Santa Maria), the Rewine near San Michele and the Cupido and McCulloughs, outside the walls near the station are some of the bars open late, especially in the summer. Most locals tend to make the short trip to Viareggio on the coast, which offers a far better selection of clubs, such as 7 Apples and La Canniccia. ==Sleep== It's the opposite of Florence: budget to mid-range places cluster in or near the old walled city. Splurge places are a few km out in the Tuscan countryside, and you'll need wheels. ===Budget=== Places within walking distance of the railway station and available at less than €50 a night include: * Hotel Eurostars Toscana, 2 km south at intersection with Autostrada * Corte de Templari 2 km southwest on Via Perduta * B&B La Colonna in old town * B&B Relais Puccini, west outside Porta S Donato ===Mid-range=== *{{sleep | name=Casa Alba | alt= | url=http://www.casa-alba.com | email= | address=Via Fillungo 142 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 495361 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=3-star with only 5 rooms, and on the second floor with no lift, this place is charming nonetheless. In old town centre. }} *{{sleep | name=B&B Camera con Vista | alt= | url=http://www.cameraconvistalucca.it/en/ | email=info@cameraconvistalucca.it | address=Via San Paolino 8 | lat=43.842955043 | long=10.501931010 | directions=Next to Gelateria de Coltelli, Piazza San Michele | phone=+39 0583 050534, +39 366 1648427 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=15:00-18:00 | checkout=07:30-11:00 | price=Doubles €50-70 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=B&B in a historic building. First floor has a lounge and a double room with a patio. The second floor houses a brightly lit and spacious breakfast room with computer and internet access, terrace is on the third floor. }} *{{sleep | name=Hotel Hambros | alt= | url=http://www.hotelhambros.com/ | email=info@hotelhambros.com | address=Via Pesciatina 197 55012 | lat= | long= | directions=5 km east of Lucca | phone=+39 0583 935355 | tollfree= | fax=+39 0583 935356 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Four-star hotel set in the 18th-century Villa Banchieri in the countryside east of the city. }} * {{sleep | name=Relais Corte Benedetto | alt= | url=http://www.relaiscortebenedetto.it | email=info@cortebenedetto.it | address=Via Pollinelle 19, San Martino in Colle | lat= | long= | directions=10 km east of Lucca off via Pesciatini | phone=+39 0583 975088 | tollfree= | fax=+39 0583975730 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=In rolling countryside east of Lucca, hotel has two suites, five rooms and three apartments all stylishly and originally furnished. The restaurant has a main kitchen with a wood oven and barbeque and two spacious dining areas. With swimming pool. }} *{{sleep | name=Albergo alla Corte degli Angeli | alt= | url=httpS://www.allacortedegliangeli.com | email=info@allacortedegliangeli.com | address=Via degli Angeli 23 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 469204 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Small family-run hotel within the walled town, a few steps from Piazza Anfiteatro and the main shopping street. Each room is decorated with a fresco on a floral theme, which continues into the bathroom. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. The breakfasts are excellent – as are the quirky egg-cups and ceramic coffee beakers. The staff are very friendly, helpful and professional. }} *{{sleep | name=B&B al Porto di Lucca | alt= | url=http://www.alportodilucca.com | email=info@alportodilucca.com | address=via Lorenzo Nottolini 10 | lat= | long= | directions=just south of railway station | phone=+39 0583 53516 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles €80-120 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Large house with a garden, dating back to 1700. Four guest rooms, each with a private bathroom, 300 m from entrance to old town. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Lucca Fora | alt= | url=http://www.bedandbreakfastlucca.net | email=info@luccafora.it | address=via Pesciatina 143, Capannori | lat=43.856471 | long=10.570135 | directions=4 km east of centre | phone=+39 0583936352 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €55 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Clean friendly B&B. Capannori is straggly ribbon-development along the Lucca road, good if you're coming by car. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Ilaria | alt= | url=https://www.hotelilaria.com/en/ | email=info@hotelilaria.com | address=Via del Fosso 26 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 47615 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-19 | content=Hotel Ilaria is a 4-star hotel in the historical center of Lucca, right in the old town walls. Rooms and suites are wide and comfortable. The hotel offers complimentary breakfast and complimentary bar corner with drinks and snacks available for guests all day long. The panoramic terrace has a jacuzzi for 8 people. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Tucci | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Cesare Battisti, 13 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 464279 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €140 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Boutique hotel and historical residence in the heart of the old town. Closed for much of Nov & Dec. }} * {{sleep | name=Resort dei Limoni | alt=formerly Locanda L'Elisa | url=https://www.resortdeilimoni.it | email= | address=via Nuova per Pisa | lat= | long= | directions=2 km south of rwy station on SS12 | phone=+39 0583 152 2797 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €125 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Five-star hotel 2 km south of Lucca in an 1800s Tuscan Villa.With ten quiet and cozy rooms, restaurant, garden, swimming-pool and free parking. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== * [[Pisa]] is an easy day-trip by train. For sights around the leaning tower, get off at Pisa San Rossore which is only 400 m west of it, while Pisa Centrale is 1.5 km south. * [[Florence]] is also an easy day-trip, much better done by train (90 min) even if you have a car. * [[Garfagnana]] is a hilly, forested area north of Lucca, with the historic small town of [[Barga]]. * [[Versilia]] is where the glitterati come to the seaside. {{geo|43.8500|10.5000}} {{IsPartOf|Lucca (province)}} {{usablecity}} gjcqoy635uv9xk6jfts9tjeens5rno3 5328728 5328727 2026-08-15T10:10:34Z Firenze Rafting 2437609 /* Do */ Added an introduction to the section 5328728 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Lucca banner.jpg|Piazza dell'Anfiteatro}} '''Lucca''' is a city of some 90,000 people (2017) in [[Lucca (province)|Lucca province]] of [[Tuscany]]. Its long history goes back to Etruscan and Ancient Roman times, and the city retains pieces of ancient architecture. Lucca's heyday was in the [[Gothic]] era just before the Renaissance, and the city contains much marvelous architecture from that era. Lucca remained an independent city state until the end of the 18th century. Giacomo Puccini, one of the best-known opera composers, was born in Lucca, and his house is visited by many opera-lovers every year. ==Understand == [[image:Dome Lucques Duomo San Martino Lucca.jpg|thumb|The Duomo (San Martino)]] [[image:02 Lucca seen from Torre Guinigi.jpg|thumb|Panorama of Lucca from the Torre Guinigi]] The area of most interest to visitors is enclosed within the old city's defensive walls. The top of these broad walls is a ring park, a pleasant place for walking. * {{listing | name=Tourist Centre | alt= | url=https://www.touristcenterlucca.com/ | email=info@touristcenterlucca.com | address=Piazzale Ricasoli, 203 | lat=43.837854 | long=10.505687 | directions=just outside the railway station, by the San Pietro south entrance to the walled city | phone=+39 0583 494401 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:30-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2023-08-10 | content=You can deposit luggage here (€5 per bag for the whole day), hire bikes and join guided bike tours. }} ==Get in== Rail and road links provide easy access from nearby Pisa and Florence. ===By plane=== '''[http://www.pisa-airport.com/ Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport]{{Dead link|date=March 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ({{IATA|PSA}}) is 2 km south of [[Pisa]]. Flights from most large cities are available daily, and from major airports several per day. Car hire is available from all the major providers. There's a direct "Viabus" from the airport to Lucca, one hour; buy your tickets (€4) beforehand at the kiosk within the arrivals hall. Otherwise take the "Pisamover" light railway to Pisa Centrale, and change there for trains to Lucca. Viabus 11 calls at '''Florence Airport''' on its way to Florence Santa Maria Novella. ===By train=== The {{marker|type=go|name=railway station|url=|lat=43.8374 |long=10.5062 }} is just south of the old town walls. Deposit luggage at the Tourist Center just outside. Trains from Pisa Centrale run every 30 minutes. Lucca is also on the main line from Viareggio to Florence Santa Maria Novella, so there is a direct train at least hourly from both cities. ===By bus=== The main local operator is Viabus, with regular runs to Pisa, Florence and Barga. The {{marker|type=go|name=bus station |url=|lat=43.842 |long=10.497 }} is at Piazzale Verdi, just inside the walls west side of the old town. ===By car=== Driving inside the walls is mostly reserved to residents, so park your car (there are car parks outside the walls and a couple inside, accessible by non-residents) and rent a bike. Several bicycle rental locations can be found near the north entrance to the city, Porta Santa Maria, near Porta San Pietro and walking from Porta Elisa towards the center. It is not a large city within the walls, so you may find it more enjoyable to simply walk around. The city has many car parks outside the wall; the largest two are on the North and South side. The A11 (E76) Runs from the coastal A12(E80) Autostrada across towards Firenze. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|43.8425|10.5033|zoom=15}} '''On foot:''' the old city is compact. '''By bike:''' hardly necessary for the old city, but helpful if you've edge of town accommodation. Hire bikes from the Tourist Center at the railway station. Rental bikes ranging from 2-6 people are available for rent to travel around the circumference and within Lucca. '''By bus:''' little ''navetti'' potter through the streets: a map of their nine routes is available at [http://www.vaibus.it Vaibus]. The only one you're likely to use is #11 from railway station to bus station, and #12 in the other direction. Last buses are at 20:00. As for other Italian buses, buy your ticket at any tobacconist, and cancel it when you board. A single ticket is €1. ==See== [[File:Duomo di Lucca vom Torre Guinigi 2009-07.jpg|thumb|View of the Duomo and the hills beyond, from Torre Guinigi]] [[image:Lucca.city walls01.jpg|thumb|City walls]] *{{do | name=City Walls | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=You can walk or cycle on top of the ancient city walls. The entire perimeter is approximately 4 km. This gives a good introduction to the city layout. Expect crowds in the summer months. }} * {{see | name=Piazza dell'Anfiteatro | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8454 | long=10.5063 | directions=off the Via Fillungo, main entrance by Piazza Scarpellini | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazza dell'Anfiteatro | image=Anfiteatro Lucca.png | wikidata=Q1067038 | content=A former Roman amphitheatre, but the remains of the amphitheatre are gone. The houses there are of medieval origin, built where the spectator stands were. }} *{{see | name=Duomo di San Martino | alt= | url= | email= | address=Piazza di San Martino | lat=43.840556 | long=10.506389 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 | wikipedia=Lucca Cathedral | image=Dome Lucques Duomo San Martino Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q1282278 | content=Romanesque cathedral dating to 14th century. Contains the must-see '''Volto Santo''' and '''Ilaria del Carretto's Sarcophagus''' by Jacopo della Quercia (as of May 2014 you have to pay an additional €4 to see this). Includes a sculpture of the crucifixion attributed to an eyewitness, Nicodemus. Some interesting carvings in the marble exterior, including a labyrinth. }} *{{see | name=Torre Guinigi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843611 | long=10.506944 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=As of July 2019 the normal entrance price is €5 and the reduced price is €4. It is also possible to buy one ticket for both Torre Guinigi, Torre delle Ore and botanical garden for €9 total | wikipedia=Guinigi Tower | image=Torre Guinigi from Torre Torre dell'Orologio.jpg | wikidata=Q2265902 | content=This is a tower with trees atop it, a very dramatic sight, with good views of the city. No lift, many stairs. }} *{{see | name=Torre delle Ore | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8434 | long=10.5042 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=As of July 2019 the normal entrance price is €5 and reduced price is €4. It is also possible to buy one ticket for both Torre Guinigi, Torre delle Ore and botanical garden for €9 total | wikipedia=Torre delle Ore, Lucca | image=Torre dell'Orologio (Lucca) 01.JPG | wikidata=Q3995476 | content=Ancient clock tower with original clock still working. It is possible to go upstairs in this tower for a beautiful view of the city and a good perspective of Fillungo street. Great views of Torre Guinigi's trees. No lift. }} * {{see | name=Puccini Museum | alt= | url=http://www.puccinimuseum.org/en/ | email= | address=Corte San Lorenzo, 9 | lat=43.84329 | long=10.50155 | directions= | phone=+39 0583 584028 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3867564 | lastedit=2015-12-05 | content=This was Puccini's birthplace and is now a museum about the composer. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Mansi | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/182/lucca-museo-di-palazzo-mansi | email= | address= | lat=43.843611 | long=10.499167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi | image=Palazzo mansi, cortile 02.JPG | wikidata=Q2219262 | content= }} * {{see | name=Saint Michael's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843056 | long=10.502778 | directions=in the center of the Roman Forum | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Michele in Foro | image=San Michele Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q1809639 | content= }} * {{see | name=Saint Frediano's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.846111 | long=10.504722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Basilica of San Frediano | image=Basilica di San Frediano Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q762111 | content= }} * {{see | name=Via Fillungo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843889 | long=10.504278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Lucca - Panorama dalla Torre dell'Orologio 02.JPG | wikidata=Q4010611 | content=Main street full of shops and bars. }} *{{see | name=Palazzo Pfanner | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via degli Asili | lat=43.84615 | long=10.503297 | directions= | phone=+39 340 923 30 85 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€4 | wikipedia=Palazzo Pfanner | image=Lucca Frediano Pfanner.JPG | wikidata=Q3360907 | content=Preserved rooms formerly inhabited by the Pfanner family, as well as a pleasant garden. Also on display, some 19th-century medical equipment. }} * {{see | name=Piazza Napoleone | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8414 | long=10.5027 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3902265 | content=Lucca's largest square. Contains the large '''Palazzo Ducale''', now a government building. }} * {{see | name=Domus Romana | alt= | url= | email=info@domusromanalucca.it | address= | lat=43.84515 | long=10.50316 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 | wikidata=Q55674229 | lastedit=2012-04-01 | content=Remains of an old Roman home, have been partially excavated, and may be seen at via Cesare Battisi 15 (at via San Giorgio). }} * {{see | name=Statue of Luigi Boccherini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.842878 | long=10.506383 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2019-05-13 | content= }} * Lucca has many old churches, some of which now house '''art galleries'''. ==Do== [[File:Basilica di San Frediano Lucca.jpg|thumb|San Frediano]] Walking or cycling the full 4 km circuit on top of the city walls is the thing most visitors do first, and it doubles as an orientation to the layout of the old town. Beyond that Lucca is quieter in the evening than Florence or Siena, and much of what happens is tied to music, from the Puccini programme to the summer festival. * '''Puccini opera & recitals:''' The composer Puccini (1858-1924) was born and grew up in Lucca. His works are regularly performed here throughout the year. From 1891 he lived at Torre del Lago on the coast 20 km west, and built a villa there; the annual Puccini festival is held nearby. In 1921 a peat works polluted the neighbourhood so he moved to neighbouring Viareggio. {{marker|type=see|name= Puccini villa at Torre del Lago|lat=43.832319|long=10.306723}} is nowadays a museum and he's buried in the chapel there. *{{do | name=Bagni di Lucca's spa | alt= | url=http://www.bagnidiluccaterme.info/en/argomento/le-terme.html | email= | address= | lat=44.012282 | long=10.582044 | directions=27km away from Lucca and 48km from Versilia | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-13 | content=Bagni di Lucca lies between the Appenine Mountains giving a semblance of a climatic mountain resort despite its 152 meters above sea level, perfectly integrated by the River Lima and Serchio, from which the Valley takes its name, can be considered an oasis of peace and serenity. }} ===Festivals=== * {{do | name=Puccini festival | alt= | url=https://www.puccinifestival.it | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Festival Puccini | wikidata=Q2278025 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=An opera festival dedicated to Puccini, staging all his best-loved works. It is held July to August in Torre del Lago on the coast near Lucca. }} * {{do | name=Lucca summer festival | alt= | url=http://www.summer-festival.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3838372 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=A series of concerts by major international rock stars, held annually end of June into July. It's not like a "greenfield" rock festival with concentrated venue, time-span and mud. Most events are in Piazza Napoleone in the old town centre. Standing-room tickets are available, these are released separately as each act confirms their dates. }} * {{do | name=Lucca Comics and Games | alt= | url=http://www.luccacomicsandgames.com | email= | address=Piazza San Romano | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€15-20 per day | wikipedia=Lucca Comics & Games | image=Lucca Comics 2007 San Michele.JPG | wikidata=Q1070962 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=The largest comic book and gaming festival in Europe, held in the long week-end around November 1, a national holiday in Italy. It includes many events, guests and open-air market stands around the city centre, and the city is full with cosplayers in colourful costumes. }} * {{do | name=Bagni di Lucca | lat=43.9911 | long=10.5931 | directions=27 km north of Lucca on the SS12, about 40 minutes by car, or 30 minutes by train on the Lucca to Aulla line | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A spa town in the Lima valley with natural hot springs and steam grottoes, in use since the Middle Ages and fashionable with English and Russian visitors in the 19th century. The valley is also used for rafting, packrafting and canyoning between spring and autumn, and marked trails lead up into the wooded hills towards the Apuan Alps. It makes a straightforward day trip from Lucca. }} ==Learn== * {{listing | name=LIS Lucca Italian School | alt= | url=http://www.luccaitalianschool.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=If you want to learn and have fun at the same time, this school is a good choice. It provides courses and private lessons for students of any age and level in Italian language and culture. }} ==Buy== The main shopping street is Via Fillungo which runs roughly north/south through the centre of the city. It has a mix of high to mid-range shops selling a range of Italian designer labels such as Missoni, Armani, Max Mara, etc. *{{buy | name=Enoteca Vanni | url=http://www.enotecavanni.com | email=info@enotecacavanni.com | address=Piazza del Salvatore 7 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 491902 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=closed Sundays? | price= | content=A decent wine and liquor store. One could spend some time poking around the four cellar rooms. }} ==Eat== Only in Lucca you can find a special sweet-bread in shape of a small baguette or a bun. It's called '''Buccellato''' and it has raisins inside and has a unique taste of anise. You can find it in a small shop called Taddeucci, behind Saint Michael's church in the main square. ===Budget=== *{{eat | name=Trattoria da Leo | url= | email= | address=Via Tegrimi 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 492236 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Fairly typical Tuscan cuisine with some Luccan touches (e.g. pine nuts). The menu is only in Italian. Vegetarian friendly. Reservations are a good idea or arrive around 19:00. }} *{{eat | name=Pizzeria La Bersagliera | url= | email= | address=Via Pisana 2136 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583510758 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=If you happen to have a car, do check out this pizzeria, just ten minutes drive outside of town, it's worth. The owners come from Calabria, so you are likely to find all kinds of spicy salami, olives, mushrooms on top of your pizza. A different meal, served by distracted waitresses. Beware: You can't have your espresso coffee there. Being asked for coffees, the old owner used to reply: "Yeah, go get that at La Cubana", which is a bar downtown. Oh, and you can't make reservations: Be there by 19:00. }} *{{eat | name=Forno a vapore Amedeo Giusti | url= | email= | address=Via Santa Lucia 18/20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 496285 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Strolling along the Torre Guinigi (the one with trees on top), you'll probably sniff some irresistible oily and flory smell. It's called focaccia, the Lucchese idea of a snack. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{eat | name=Vecchia Trattoria Buralli | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=It is practically hidden on via San Giorgio and one of the best restaurants. With a constantly changing menu and an extensive wine list. }} ===Splurge=== * {{eat | name=Buca di San Antonio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=just off the Piazza San Michele | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Enjoys a high reputation for local dishes prepared in the traditional Lucchesi style. }} * {{eat | name=Ristorante Giglio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=in the Piazza Giglio | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offering wonderful Lucchesi cuisine, attentive staff and a delightful terrace overlooking the square. }} ==Drink== It is safe to drink the water that comes out of the public fountains. Many locals fill gallon jugs and it is their primary source of drinking water. It is delicious and quite refreshing. In fact, it tastes better than most bottled water. The digestive tonic '''[http://www.massagli.com/ithome.html China Massagli]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' is produced at the Farmacia Massagli in Lucca. This is an eminent example of the "china" style of amaro (Italian potable bitters). If you ask for an "amaro locale" at a restaurant, this is likely what you will receive. '''Biadina''' is another local style of bitters, bottled by Massagli and other producers; this drink is often sold with a small pack of pine nuts. Compared to [[Florence]] or [[Siena]], there is relatively little late night activity on the streets of old Lucca. The San Colombano, on top of the walls, overlooking the train station, the Betty Blue (near piazza Santa Maria), the Rewine near San Michele and the Cupido and McCulloughs, outside the walls near the station are some of the bars open late, especially in the summer. Most locals tend to make the short trip to Viareggio on the coast, which offers a far better selection of clubs, such as 7 Apples and La Canniccia. ==Sleep== It's the opposite of Florence: budget to mid-range places cluster in or near the old walled city. Splurge places are a few km out in the Tuscan countryside, and you'll need wheels. ===Budget=== Places within walking distance of the railway station and available at less than €50 a night include: * Hotel Eurostars Toscana, 2 km south at intersection with Autostrada * Corte de Templari 2 km southwest on Via Perduta * B&B La Colonna in old town * B&B Relais Puccini, west outside Porta S Donato ===Mid-range=== *{{sleep | name=Casa Alba | alt= | url=http://www.casa-alba.com | email= | address=Via Fillungo 142 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 495361 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=3-star with only 5 rooms, and on the second floor with no lift, this place is charming nonetheless. In old town centre. }} *{{sleep | name=B&B Camera con Vista | alt= | url=http://www.cameraconvistalucca.it/en/ | email=info@cameraconvistalucca.it | address=Via San Paolino 8 | lat=43.842955043 | long=10.501931010 | directions=Next to Gelateria de Coltelli, Piazza San Michele | phone=+39 0583 050534, +39 366 1648427 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=15:00-18:00 | checkout=07:30-11:00 | price=Doubles €50-70 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=B&B in a historic building. First floor has a lounge and a double room with a patio. The second floor houses a brightly lit and spacious breakfast room with computer and internet access, terrace is on the third floor. }} *{{sleep | name=Hotel Hambros | alt= | url=http://www.hotelhambros.com/ | email=info@hotelhambros.com | address=Via Pesciatina 197 55012 | lat= | long= | directions=5 km east of Lucca | phone=+39 0583 935355 | tollfree= | fax=+39 0583 935356 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Four-star hotel set in the 18th-century Villa Banchieri in the countryside east of the city. }} * {{sleep | name=Relais Corte Benedetto | alt= | url=http://www.relaiscortebenedetto.it | email=info@cortebenedetto.it | address=Via Pollinelle 19, San Martino in Colle | lat= | long= | directions=10 km east of Lucca off via Pesciatini | phone=+39 0583 975088 | tollfree= | fax=+39 0583975730 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=In rolling countryside east of Lucca, hotel has two suites, five rooms and three apartments all stylishly and originally furnished. The restaurant has a main kitchen with a wood oven and barbeque and two spacious dining areas. With swimming pool. }} *{{sleep | name=Albergo alla Corte degli Angeli | alt= | url=httpS://www.allacortedegliangeli.com | email=info@allacortedegliangeli.com | address=Via degli Angeli 23 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 469204 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Small family-run hotel within the walled town, a few steps from Piazza Anfiteatro and the main shopping street. Each room is decorated with a fresco on a floral theme, which continues into the bathroom. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. The breakfasts are excellent – as are the quirky egg-cups and ceramic coffee beakers. The staff are very friendly, helpful and professional. }} *{{sleep | name=B&B al Porto di Lucca | alt= | url=http://www.alportodilucca.com | email=info@alportodilucca.com | address=via Lorenzo Nottolini 10 | lat= | long= | directions=just south of railway station | phone=+39 0583 53516 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles €80-120 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Large house with a garden, dating back to 1700. Four guest rooms, each with a private bathroom, 300 m from entrance to old town. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Lucca Fora | alt= | url=http://www.bedandbreakfastlucca.net | email=info@luccafora.it | address=via Pesciatina 143, Capannori | lat=43.856471 | long=10.570135 | directions=4 km east of centre | phone=+39 0583936352 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €55 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Clean friendly B&B. Capannori is straggly ribbon-development along the Lucca road, good if you're coming by car. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Ilaria | alt= | url=https://www.hotelilaria.com/en/ | email=info@hotelilaria.com | address=Via del Fosso 26 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 47615 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-19 | content=Hotel Ilaria is a 4-star hotel in the historical center of Lucca, right in the old town walls. Rooms and suites are wide and comfortable. The hotel offers complimentary breakfast and complimentary bar corner with drinks and snacks available for guests all day long. The panoramic terrace has a jacuzzi for 8 people. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Tucci | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Cesare Battisti, 13 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 464279 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €140 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Boutique hotel and historical residence in the heart of the old town. Closed for much of Nov & Dec. }} * {{sleep | name=Resort dei Limoni | alt=formerly Locanda L'Elisa | url=https://www.resortdeilimoni.it | email= | address=via Nuova per Pisa | lat= | long= | directions=2 km south of rwy station on SS12 | phone=+39 0583 152 2797 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €125 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Five-star hotel 2 km south of Lucca in an 1800s Tuscan Villa.With ten quiet and cozy rooms, restaurant, garden, swimming-pool and free parking. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== * [[Pisa]] is an easy day-trip by train. For sights around the leaning tower, get off at Pisa San Rossore which is only 400 m west of it, while Pisa Centrale is 1.5 km south. * [[Florence]] is also an easy day-trip, much better done by train (90 min) even if you have a car. * [[Garfagnana]] is a hilly, forested area north of Lucca, with the historic small town of [[Barga]]. * [[Versilia]] is where the glitterati come to the seaside. {{geo|43.8500|10.5000}} {{IsPartOf|Lucca (province)}} {{usablecity}} rgozewhodo1rrni9hsqtknh9s74k0of 5328729 5328728 2026-08-15T10:11:13Z Firenze Rafting 2437609 /* Go next */ Added Bagni di Lucca 5328729 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Lucca banner.jpg|Piazza dell'Anfiteatro}} '''Lucca''' is a city of some 90,000 people (2017) in [[Lucca (province)|Lucca province]] of [[Tuscany]]. Its long history goes back to Etruscan and Ancient Roman times, and the city retains pieces of ancient architecture. Lucca's heyday was in the [[Gothic]] era just before the Renaissance, and the city contains much marvelous architecture from that era. Lucca remained an independent city state until the end of the 18th century. Giacomo Puccini, one of the best-known opera composers, was born in Lucca, and his house is visited by many opera-lovers every year. ==Understand == [[image:Dome Lucques Duomo San Martino Lucca.jpg|thumb|The Duomo (San Martino)]] [[image:02 Lucca seen from Torre Guinigi.jpg|thumb|Panorama of Lucca from the Torre Guinigi]] The area of most interest to visitors is enclosed within the old city's defensive walls. The top of these broad walls is a ring park, a pleasant place for walking. * {{listing | name=Tourist Centre | alt= | url=https://www.touristcenterlucca.com/ | email=info@touristcenterlucca.com | address=Piazzale Ricasoli, 203 | lat=43.837854 | long=10.505687 | directions=just outside the railway station, by the San Pietro south entrance to the walled city | phone=+39 0583 494401 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:30-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2023-08-10 | content=You can deposit luggage here (€5 per bag for the whole day), hire bikes and join guided bike tours. }} ==Get in== Rail and road links provide easy access from nearby Pisa and Florence. ===By plane=== '''[http://www.pisa-airport.com/ Pisa Galileo Galilei International Airport]{{Dead link|date=March 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' ({{IATA|PSA}}) is 2 km south of [[Pisa]]. Flights from most large cities are available daily, and from major airports several per day. Car hire is available from all the major providers. There's a direct "Viabus" from the airport to Lucca, one hour; buy your tickets (€4) beforehand at the kiosk within the arrivals hall. Otherwise take the "Pisamover" light railway to Pisa Centrale, and change there for trains to Lucca. Viabus 11 calls at '''Florence Airport''' on its way to Florence Santa Maria Novella. ===By train=== The {{marker|type=go|name=railway station|url=|lat=43.8374 |long=10.5062 }} is just south of the old town walls. Deposit luggage at the Tourist Center just outside. Trains from Pisa Centrale run every 30 minutes. Lucca is also on the main line from Viareggio to Florence Santa Maria Novella, so there is a direct train at least hourly from both cities. ===By bus=== The main local operator is Viabus, with regular runs to Pisa, Florence and Barga. The {{marker|type=go|name=bus station |url=|lat=43.842 |long=10.497 }} is at Piazzale Verdi, just inside the walls west side of the old town. ===By car=== Driving inside the walls is mostly reserved to residents, so park your car (there are car parks outside the walls and a couple inside, accessible by non-residents) and rent a bike. Several bicycle rental locations can be found near the north entrance to the city, Porta Santa Maria, near Porta San Pietro and walking from Porta Elisa towards the center. It is not a large city within the walls, so you may find it more enjoyable to simply walk around. The city has many car parks outside the wall; the largest two are on the North and South side. The A11 (E76) Runs from the coastal A12(E80) Autostrada across towards Firenze. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|43.8425|10.5033|zoom=15}} '''On foot:''' the old city is compact. '''By bike:''' hardly necessary for the old city, but helpful if you've edge of town accommodation. Hire bikes from the Tourist Center at the railway station. Rental bikes ranging from 2-6 people are available for rent to travel around the circumference and within Lucca. '''By bus:''' little ''navetti'' potter through the streets: a map of their nine routes is available at [http://www.vaibus.it Vaibus]. The only one you're likely to use is #11 from railway station to bus station, and #12 in the other direction. Last buses are at 20:00. As for other Italian buses, buy your ticket at any tobacconist, and cancel it when you board. A single ticket is €1. ==See== [[File:Duomo di Lucca vom Torre Guinigi 2009-07.jpg|thumb|View of the Duomo and the hills beyond, from Torre Guinigi]] [[image:Lucca.city walls01.jpg|thumb|City walls]] *{{do | name=City Walls | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=You can walk or cycle on top of the ancient city walls. The entire perimeter is approximately 4 km. This gives a good introduction to the city layout. Expect crowds in the summer months. }} * {{see | name=Piazza dell'Anfiteatro | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8454 | long=10.5063 | directions=off the Via Fillungo, main entrance by Piazza Scarpellini | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Piazza dell'Anfiteatro | image=Anfiteatro Lucca.png | wikidata=Q1067038 | content=A former Roman amphitheatre, but the remains of the amphitheatre are gone. The houses there are of medieval origin, built where the spectator stands were. }} *{{see | name=Duomo di San Martino | alt= | url= | email= | address=Piazza di San Martino | lat=43.840556 | long=10.506389 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 | wikipedia=Lucca Cathedral | image=Dome Lucques Duomo San Martino Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q1282278 | content=Romanesque cathedral dating to 14th century. Contains the must-see '''Volto Santo''' and '''Ilaria del Carretto's Sarcophagus''' by Jacopo della Quercia (as of May 2014 you have to pay an additional €4 to see this). Includes a sculpture of the crucifixion attributed to an eyewitness, Nicodemus. Some interesting carvings in the marble exterior, including a labyrinth. }} *{{see | name=Torre Guinigi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843611 | long=10.506944 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=As of July 2019 the normal entrance price is €5 and the reduced price is €4. It is also possible to buy one ticket for both Torre Guinigi, Torre delle Ore and botanical garden for €9 total | wikipedia=Guinigi Tower | image=Torre Guinigi from Torre Torre dell'Orologio.jpg | wikidata=Q2265902 | content=This is a tower with trees atop it, a very dramatic sight, with good views of the city. No lift, many stairs. }} *{{see | name=Torre delle Ore | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8434 | long=10.5042 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=As of July 2019 the normal entrance price is €5 and reduced price is €4. It is also possible to buy one ticket for both Torre Guinigi, Torre delle Ore and botanical garden for €9 total | wikipedia=Torre delle Ore, Lucca | image=Torre dell'Orologio (Lucca) 01.JPG | wikidata=Q3995476 | content=Ancient clock tower with original clock still working. It is possible to go upstairs in this tower for a beautiful view of the city and a good perspective of Fillungo street. Great views of Torre Guinigi's trees. No lift. }} * {{see | name=Puccini Museum | alt= | url=http://www.puccinimuseum.org/en/ | email= | address=Corte San Lorenzo, 9 | lat=43.84329 | long=10.50155 | directions= | phone=+39 0583 584028 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3867564 | lastedit=2015-12-05 | content=This was Puccini's birthplace and is now a museum about the composer. }} * {{see | name=Palazzo Mansi | alt= | url=http://www.polomusealetoscana.beniculturali.it/index.php?it/182/lucca-museo-di-palazzo-mansi | email= | address= | lat=43.843611 | long=10.499167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi | image=Palazzo mansi, cortile 02.JPG | wikidata=Q2219262 | content= }} * {{see | name=Saint Michael's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843056 | long=10.502778 | directions=in the center of the Roman Forum | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=San Michele in Foro | image=San Michele Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q1809639 | content= }} * {{see | name=Saint Frediano's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.846111 | long=10.504722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Basilica of San Frediano | image=Basilica di San Frediano Lucca.jpg | wikidata=Q762111 | content= }} * {{see | name=Via Fillungo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.843889 | long=10.504278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=Lucca - Panorama dalla Torre dell'Orologio 02.JPG | wikidata=Q4010611 | content=Main street full of shops and bars. }} *{{see | name=Palazzo Pfanner | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via degli Asili | lat=43.84615 | long=10.503297 | directions= | phone=+39 340 923 30 85 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€4 | wikipedia=Palazzo Pfanner | image=Lucca Frediano Pfanner.JPG | wikidata=Q3360907 | content=Preserved rooms formerly inhabited by the Pfanner family, as well as a pleasant garden. Also on display, some 19th-century medical equipment. }} * {{see | name=Piazza Napoleone | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.8414 | long=10.5027 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3902265 | content=Lucca's largest square. Contains the large '''Palazzo Ducale''', now a government building. }} * {{see | name=Domus Romana | alt= | url= | email=info@domusromanalucca.it | address= | lat=43.84515 | long=10.50316 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€3 | wikidata=Q55674229 | lastedit=2012-04-01 | content=Remains of an old Roman home, have been partially excavated, and may be seen at via Cesare Battisi 15 (at via San Giorgio). }} * {{see | name=Statue of Luigi Boccherini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=43.842878 | long=10.506383 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2019-05-13 | content= }} * Lucca has many old churches, some of which now house '''art galleries'''. ==Do== [[File:Basilica di San Frediano Lucca.jpg|thumb|San Frediano]] Walking or cycling the full 4 km circuit on top of the city walls is the thing most visitors do first, and it doubles as an orientation to the layout of the old town. Beyond that Lucca is quieter in the evening than Florence or Siena, and much of what happens is tied to music, from the Puccini programme to the summer festival. * '''Puccini opera & recitals:''' The composer Puccini (1858-1924) was born and grew up in Lucca. His works are regularly performed here throughout the year. From 1891 he lived at Torre del Lago on the coast 20 km west, and built a villa there; the annual Puccini festival is held nearby. In 1921 a peat works polluted the neighbourhood so he moved to neighbouring Viareggio. {{marker|type=see|name= Puccini villa at Torre del Lago|lat=43.832319|long=10.306723}} is nowadays a museum and he's buried in the chapel there. *{{do | name=Bagni di Lucca's spa | alt= | url=http://www.bagnidiluccaterme.info/en/argomento/le-terme.html | email= | address= | lat=44.012282 | long=10.582044 | directions=27km away from Lucca and 48km from Versilia | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-05-13 | content=Bagni di Lucca lies between the Appenine Mountains giving a semblance of a climatic mountain resort despite its 152 meters above sea level, perfectly integrated by the River Lima and Serchio, from which the Valley takes its name, can be considered an oasis of peace and serenity. }} ===Festivals=== * {{do | name=Puccini festival | alt= | url=https://www.puccinifestival.it | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Festival Puccini | wikidata=Q2278025 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=An opera festival dedicated to Puccini, staging all his best-loved works. It is held July to August in Torre del Lago on the coast near Lucca. }} * {{do | name=Lucca summer festival | alt= | url=http://www.summer-festival.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3838372 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=A series of concerts by major international rock stars, held annually end of June into July. It's not like a "greenfield" rock festival with concentrated venue, time-span and mud. Most events are in Piazza Napoleone in the old town centre. Standing-room tickets are available, these are released separately as each act confirms their dates. }} * {{do | name=Lucca Comics and Games | alt= | url=http://www.luccacomicsandgames.com | email= | address=Piazza San Romano | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€15-20 per day | wikipedia=Lucca Comics & Games | image=Lucca Comics 2007 San Michele.JPG | wikidata=Q1070962 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=The largest comic book and gaming festival in Europe, held in the long week-end around November 1, a national holiday in Italy. It includes many events, guests and open-air market stands around the city centre, and the city is full with cosplayers in colourful costumes. }} * {{do | name=Bagni di Lucca | lat=43.9911 | long=10.5931 | directions=27 km north of Lucca on the SS12, about 40 minutes by car, or 30 minutes by train on the Lucca to Aulla line | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A spa town in the Lima valley with natural hot springs and steam grottoes, in use since the Middle Ages and fashionable with English and Russian visitors in the 19th century. The valley is also used for rafting, packrafting and canyoning between spring and autumn, and marked trails lead up into the wooded hills towards the Apuan Alps. It makes a straightforward day trip from Lucca. }} ==Learn== * {{listing | name=LIS Lucca Italian School | alt= | url=http://www.luccaitalianschool.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=If you want to learn and have fun at the same time, this school is a good choice. It provides courses and private lessons for students of any age and level in Italian language and culture. }} ==Buy== The main shopping street is Via Fillungo which runs roughly north/south through the centre of the city. It has a mix of high to mid-range shops selling a range of Italian designer labels such as Missoni, Armani, Max Mara, etc. *{{buy | name=Enoteca Vanni | url=http://www.enotecavanni.com | email=info@enotecacavanni.com | address=Piazza del Salvatore 7 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 491902 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=closed Sundays? | price= | content=A decent wine and liquor store. One could spend some time poking around the four cellar rooms. }} ==Eat== Only in Lucca you can find a special sweet-bread in shape of a small baguette or a bun. It's called '''Buccellato''' and it has raisins inside and has a unique taste of anise. You can find it in a small shop called Taddeucci, behind Saint Michael's church in the main square. ===Budget=== *{{eat | name=Trattoria da Leo | url= | email= | address=Via Tegrimi 1 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 492236 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Fairly typical Tuscan cuisine with some Luccan touches (e.g. pine nuts). The menu is only in Italian. Vegetarian friendly. Reservations are a good idea or arrive around 19:00. }} *{{eat | name=Pizzeria La Bersagliera | url= | email= | address=Via Pisana 2136 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583510758 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=If you happen to have a car, do check out this pizzeria, just ten minutes drive outside of town, it's worth. The owners come from Calabria, so you are likely to find all kinds of spicy salami, olives, mushrooms on top of your pizza. A different meal, served by distracted waitresses. Beware: You can't have your espresso coffee there. Being asked for coffees, the old owner used to reply: "Yeah, go get that at La Cubana", which is a bar downtown. Oh, and you can't make reservations: Be there by 19:00. }} *{{eat | name=Forno a vapore Amedeo Giusti | url= | email= | address=Via Santa Lucia 18/20 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 496285 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Strolling along the Torre Guinigi (the one with trees on top), you'll probably sniff some irresistible oily and flory smell. It's called focaccia, the Lucchese idea of a snack. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{eat | name=Vecchia Trattoria Buralli | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=It is practically hidden on via San Giorgio and one of the best restaurants. With a constantly changing menu and an extensive wine list. }} ===Splurge=== * {{eat | name=Buca di San Antonio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=just off the Piazza San Michele | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Enjoys a high reputation for local dishes prepared in the traditional Lucchesi style. }} * {{eat | name=Ristorante Giglio | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=in the Piazza Giglio | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offering wonderful Lucchesi cuisine, attentive staff and a delightful terrace overlooking the square. }} ==Drink== It is safe to drink the water that comes out of the public fountains. Many locals fill gallon jugs and it is their primary source of drinking water. It is delicious and quite refreshing. In fact, it tastes better than most bottled water. The digestive tonic '''[http://www.massagli.com/ithome.html China Massagli]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' is produced at the Farmacia Massagli in Lucca. This is an eminent example of the "china" style of amaro (Italian potable bitters). If you ask for an "amaro locale" at a restaurant, this is likely what you will receive. '''Biadina''' is another local style of bitters, bottled by Massagli and other producers; this drink is often sold with a small pack of pine nuts. Compared to [[Florence]] or [[Siena]], there is relatively little late night activity on the streets of old Lucca. The San Colombano, on top of the walls, overlooking the train station, the Betty Blue (near piazza Santa Maria), the Rewine near San Michele and the Cupido and McCulloughs, outside the walls near the station are some of the bars open late, especially in the summer. Most locals tend to make the short trip to Viareggio on the coast, which offers a far better selection of clubs, such as 7 Apples and La Canniccia. ==Sleep== It's the opposite of Florence: budget to mid-range places cluster in or near the old walled city. Splurge places are a few km out in the Tuscan countryside, and you'll need wheels. ===Budget=== Places within walking distance of the railway station and available at less than €50 a night include: * Hotel Eurostars Toscana, 2 km south at intersection with Autostrada * Corte de Templari 2 km southwest on Via Perduta * B&B La Colonna in old town * B&B Relais Puccini, west outside Porta S Donato ===Mid-range=== *{{sleep | name=Casa Alba | alt= | url=http://www.casa-alba.com | email= | address=Via Fillungo 142 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 495361 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=3-star with only 5 rooms, and on the second floor with no lift, this place is charming nonetheless. In old town centre. }} *{{sleep | name=B&B Camera con Vista | alt= | url=http://www.cameraconvistalucca.it/en/ | email=info@cameraconvistalucca.it | address=Via San Paolino 8 | lat=43.842955043 | long=10.501931010 | directions=Next to Gelateria de Coltelli, Piazza San Michele | phone=+39 0583 050534, +39 366 1648427 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=15:00-18:00 | checkout=07:30-11:00 | price=Doubles €50-70 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=B&B in a historic building. First floor has a lounge and a double room with a patio. The second floor houses a brightly lit and spacious breakfast room with computer and internet access, terrace is on the third floor. }} *{{sleep | name=Hotel Hambros | alt= | url=http://www.hotelhambros.com/ | email=info@hotelhambros.com | address=Via Pesciatina 197 55012 | lat= | long= | directions=5 km east of Lucca | phone=+39 0583 935355 | tollfree= | fax=+39 0583 935356 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Four-star hotel set in the 18th-century Villa Banchieri in the countryside east of the city. }} * {{sleep | name=Relais Corte Benedetto | alt= | url=http://www.relaiscortebenedetto.it | email=info@cortebenedetto.it | address=Via Pollinelle 19, San Martino in Colle | lat= | long= | directions=10 km east of Lucca off via Pesciatini | phone=+39 0583 975088 | tollfree= | fax=+39 0583975730 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €60 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=In rolling countryside east of Lucca, hotel has two suites, five rooms and three apartments all stylishly and originally furnished. The restaurant has a main kitchen with a wood oven and barbeque and two spacious dining areas. With swimming pool. }} *{{sleep | name=Albergo alla Corte degli Angeli | alt= | url=httpS://www.allacortedegliangeli.com | email=info@allacortedegliangeli.com | address=Via degli Angeli 23 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 469204 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €90 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Small family-run hotel within the walled town, a few steps from Piazza Anfiteatro and the main shopping street. Each room is decorated with a fresco on a floral theme, which continues into the bathroom. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. The breakfasts are excellent – as are the quirky egg-cups and ceramic coffee beakers. The staff are very friendly, helpful and professional. }} *{{sleep | name=B&B al Porto di Lucca | alt= | url=http://www.alportodilucca.com | email=info@alportodilucca.com | address=via Lorenzo Nottolini 10 | lat= | long= | directions=just south of railway station | phone=+39 0583 53516 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles €80-120 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Large house with a garden, dating back to 1700. Four guest rooms, each with a private bathroom, 300 m from entrance to old town. }} * {{sleep | name=B&B Lucca Fora | alt= | url=http://www.bedandbreakfastlucca.net | email=info@luccafora.it | address=via Pesciatina 143, Capannori | lat=43.856471 | long=10.570135 | directions=4 km east of centre | phone=+39 0583936352 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B doubles from €55 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Clean friendly B&B. Capannori is straggly ribbon-development along the Lucca road, good if you're coming by car. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Ilaria | alt= | url=https://www.hotelilaria.com/en/ | email=info@hotelilaria.com | address=Via del Fosso 26 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 47615 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-19 | content=Hotel Ilaria is a 4-star hotel in the historical center of Lucca, right in the old town walls. Rooms and suites are wide and comfortable. The hotel offers complimentary breakfast and complimentary bar corner with drinks and snacks available for guests all day long. The panoramic terrace has a jacuzzi for 8 people. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Palazzo Tucci | alt= | url= | email= | address=Via Cesare Battisti, 13 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+39 0583 464279 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €140 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Boutique hotel and historical residence in the heart of the old town. Closed for much of Nov & Dec. }} * {{sleep | name=Resort dei Limoni | alt=formerly Locanda L'Elisa | url=https://www.resortdeilimoni.it | email= | address=via Nuova per Pisa | lat= | long= | directions=2 km south of rwy station on SS12 | phone=+39 0583 152 2797 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Doubles from €125 | lastedit=2018-10-31 | content=Five-star hotel 2 km south of Lucca in an 1800s Tuscan Villa.With ten quiet and cozy rooms, restaurant, garden, swimming-pool and free parking. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== * [[Pisa]] is an easy day-trip by train. For sights around the leaning tower, get off at Pisa San Rossore which is only 400 m west of it, while Pisa Centrale is 1.5 km south. * [[Florence]] is also an easy day-trip, much better done by train (90 min) even if you have a car. * [[Garfagnana]] is a hilly, forested area north of Lucca, with the historic small town of [[Barga]]. * [[Versilia]] is where the glitterati come to the seaside. * [[Bagni di Lucca]] is a spa town in the Lima valley 27 km north, on the way into the Garfagnana. {{geo|43.8500|10.5000}} {{IsPartOf|Lucca (province)}} {{usablecity}} o2gh2222kqghgpqqmd0k31v1f0zocpi 0 21152 5328374 5328122 2026-08-14T16:14:18Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328374 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Niassa banner.jpg}} '''Mandimba''' is a city in [[Niassa]] in [[Mozambique]]. ==Understand== Mandimba is a border town and district capital in the Niassa Province of northwestern Mozambique. It serves as a key commercial and transit hub near the international border with Malawi, featuring local markets, informal currency trading, and regional farming. Mandimba is surrounded by rural communities and agricultural land. Farming is an important part of the local economy, with crops such as maize, cassava, beans and groundnuts cultivated in the surrounding area. The town has a predominantly rural character, with small shops, markets and local businesses serving residents and travellers. Portuguese is the official language of Mozambique. Local languages are also widely spoken in Mandimba and the surrounding communities. ==Get in== Mandimba is the first town you will come to while entering the Niassa District area of north-eastern Mozambique as it borders the Chiponde, Malawi exit. Travelers can enter by foot, by bicycle taxi, hired vehicle or personal transport. Regular vehicles drive in from Lichinga to the north and Cuamba to the east. ==Get around== Getting around on foot or bike is no problem in this small town. It is easy to hire transport to take you wherever you may need to go whether it be nearby or far away. {{mapframe|-14.3528|35.6500|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== There is not much for a tourist to do in Mandimba. You could hang out in some local bars, get to know the friendly folks that make this area interesting. It's mainly a resting point for travelers heading to Lichinga up north, or towards Nampula to the east. If you've got a mountain bike there are some nice dirt roads/trails leading through scenic villages and the like. There is a smallish waterfall outside of town heading towards Cuamba that's good for a swim during certain times of the year (turn right past the second bridge out of town and go down a few kilometers where there is a branch-off to the right, park and cross the river on foot and walk down the rocks.) The first church of Niassa Province sits unassumingly just past the first bridge out of town heading towards Cuamba (on the right; sometimes there is a sign to mark the church set back off the road). ==Buy== There is a thriving local market that sells all kinds of locally available produce (tomatoes, onions, lettuce, ground nuts, maize, etc. depending on the season), as well as simple construction supplies. Visitors are known to come in from Malawi to purchase new Chinese motorcycles available at rock bottom prices with the quality to match. *{{buy | name=BIM | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=BIM bank offers 2 ATM machines outside allowing Mozambican and foreign transactions through credit/debit card. }} *{{buy | name=Kwacheiros | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Money changers ply their trade all over the downtown area of Mandimba. Known locally as Kwacheiros, they are adept at taking your foreign currency (or Mozambican) and exchanging it to Malawian Kwachas. You can usually bargain them down by a few points from what they quote you. Look for the guys waving wads of cash at you as you pass by. They don't like euros. }} *{{buy | name=Bangledeshis | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In 2012, there were 5 shops in town run by Bangledeshi nationals. They carry the normal fare for Mozambique: biscuits, cement, hardware, cosmetics, grocery, cooking oil, rice, flour, etc. }} *{{buy | name=Nigerian Auto Parts Shops | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mandimba also has several auto parts dealers with owners of Nigerian origin. Mostly specializing in the thriving motorcycle spares market. }} *{{buy | name=Ze's | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=corner shop opposite BIM bank | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Ze's is the most established of grocery/household shops. Opens usually in PM of Monday or Tuesday and closes midday on Saturday. Refrigerated/frozen items available usually include chickens, prawns, fish, sometimes butter, and Rama margarine. Well stocked for Mandimba with trade coming in from Nampula. South African, Brazilian and Portuguese imports included. Yoghurt and chocolate also usually available. }} ==Eat== Several dining establishments are available for those who enjoy chicken and chips, locally-caught fish, beef purchased from the Namwera, Malawi Saturday market. *{{eat | name=Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the north end of town heading towards Lichinga just past the 2-story unfinished building | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The most popular eatery/bar in town featuring the normal Mozambican town fare. A bit pricey, but good food. }} *{{eat | name=Street food | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located where the chapas pickup/drop off, as well as in the main market behind the Petromoc filling station, you can find fresh chips, roasted corn, bananas, mangoes, biscuits, SOBO, soft drinks in cans or bottles, fried chicken, hard boiled eggs, and more depending on the season. }} ==Drink== There are several bars in Mandimba offering a wide selection of beers, wines and liquor. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Tanzaniano | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=at the minibus dropoff/pickup, head back into the market area slightly to the north | phone=+258 823-950-240 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=100MT | checkin= | checkout= | content=7 very simple rooms available at 100MT/night. Restaurant on premises. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão Cupiha | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located along the road toward Lichinga on the left opposite Bar Restaurante Massinga. | phone=+258 824-693-730 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Restaurant attached. 500MT/night (4 rooms, self-contained), 350MT/night (4 rooms, shared bath) and 250MT/night (7 rooms, shared bath). }} *{{sleep | name=Bar Restaurante Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located about 500 m from town on the road toward Lichinga | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-1500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Individual rooms, self-contained roundavels and entire houses available. Prices range from 250MT/night (4 rooms) to 500MT/night (6 rooms). More exclusive options are available for 1,000MT/night (3 available) and 1,500MT/night (2 roundavels). Conference hall available for rent as well. }} *{{sleep | name=Estamos | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located on the road from the border next to the wall that says Mocambique | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=350MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2008-01-01 | content=Estamos is a nationally recognized NGO that offers accommodation and conference hall. }} *{{sleep | name=Freedom Stone Beach | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Just past the bridge heading away from Mandimba heading toward Lichinga. | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=A few rooms available for a cheap price. Faces the river. Out of town just a bit. Updated 2008. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão John | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the main road at the corner where the minibuses drop off/pick up | phone=+258 827-832-720, +258 848-460-128 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=15 rooms available at 250MT/night. Simple rooms with fans, nets. No restaurant. Shared bath. }} ===Mid-range=== *{{sleep | name=Sitio | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located directly behind Pensao Kupiha | phone=+258 827-070-480 (Lucinha) or +258 827-083-250 (Camilo) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=600MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Three rooms available, all self-contained with fan and mosquito net. Can get loud on weekends as it is at an attractive bar/restaurant/disco. Price may have changed since this last quote from 2009. }} ===Splurge=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Restaurante Fernando | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on main street next to Dept. of Education | phone=+258 822556668 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=750-1200MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Offers 10 rooms at 1200MT/night (self-contained with bathroom, desk, TV, mosquito net, double bed, fan, etc.) 4 rooms available at 750MT/night (shared bath). }} ==Connect== Media outlets include TVM (the national television network) and a locally-run radio station which uses a mixture of Portuguese and locally-based languages of Makua and Ciyawo (also known as Ajawa, Chiyao). Several government offices are housed in Mandimba including the Administrador, Dept of Labor, District Court, City Planning, and others. ==Go next== * [[Cuamba]] — Important railway and commercial town in Niassa Province. * [[Lichinga]] — Capital of Niassa Province. * [[Lake Malawi]] — Large lake on the border between Malawi, Mozambique and Tanzania. * [[Malawi]] — Neighbouring country to the west. * [[Nampula]] — Major city and transport centre in northern Mozambique. {{IsPartOf|Northern Mozambique}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|-14.3530|35.6510}} k2zm8qg8upwxwa3xyll0ixjotbk86u5 5328378 5328374 2026-08-14T16:16:12Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328378 wikitext text/x-wiki [[File:A street in Mandimba, Niassa, Mozambique.jpg|700px|center|frameless]] '''Mandimba''' is a city in [[Niassa]] in [[Mozambique]]. ==Understand== Mandimba is a border town and district capital in the Niassa Province of northwestern Mozambique. It serves as a key commercial and transit hub near the international border with Malawi, featuring local markets, informal currency trading, and regional farming. Mandimba is surrounded by rural communities and agricultural land. Farming is an important part of the local economy, with crops such as maize, cassava, beans and groundnuts cultivated in the surrounding area. The town has a predominantly rural character, with small shops, markets and local businesses serving residents and travellers. Portuguese is the official language of Mozambique. Local languages are also widely spoken in Mandimba and the surrounding communities. ==Get in== Mandimba is the first town you will come to while entering the Niassa District area of north-eastern Mozambique as it borders the Chiponde, Malawi exit. Travelers can enter by foot, by bicycle taxi, hired vehicle or personal transport. Regular vehicles drive in from Lichinga to the north and Cuamba to the east. ==Get around== Getting around on foot or bike is no problem in this small town. It is easy to hire transport to take you wherever you may need to go whether it be nearby or far away. {{mapframe|-14.3528|35.6500|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== There is not much for a tourist to do in Mandimba. You could hang out in some local bars, get to know the friendly folks that make this area interesting. It's mainly a resting point for travelers heading to Lichinga up north, or towards Nampula to the east. If you've got a mountain bike there are some nice dirt roads/trails leading through scenic villages and the like. There is a smallish waterfall outside of town heading towards Cuamba that's good for a swim during certain times of the year (turn right past the second bridge out of town and go down a few kilometers where there is a branch-off to the right, park and cross the river on foot and walk down the rocks.) The first church of Niassa Province sits unassumingly just past the first bridge out of town heading towards Cuamba (on the right; sometimes there is a sign to mark the church set back off the road). ==Buy== There is a thriving local market that sells all kinds of locally available produce (tomatoes, onions, lettuce, ground nuts, maize, etc. depending on the season), as well as simple construction supplies. Visitors are known to come in from Malawi to purchase new Chinese motorcycles available at rock bottom prices with the quality to match. *{{buy | name=BIM | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=BIM bank offers 2 ATM machines outside allowing Mozambican and foreign transactions through credit/debit card. }} *{{buy | name=Kwacheiros | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Money changers ply their trade all over the downtown area of Mandimba. Known locally as Kwacheiros, they are adept at taking your foreign currency (or Mozambican) and exchanging it to Malawian Kwachas. You can usually bargain them down by a few points from what they quote you. Look for the guys waving wads of cash at you as you pass by. They don't like euros. }} *{{buy | name=Bangledeshis | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In 2012, there were 5 shops in town run by Bangledeshi nationals. They carry the normal fare for Mozambique: biscuits, cement, hardware, cosmetics, grocery, cooking oil, rice, flour, etc. }} *{{buy | name=Nigerian Auto Parts Shops | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mandimba also has several auto parts dealers with owners of Nigerian origin. Mostly specializing in the thriving motorcycle spares market. }} *{{buy | name=Ze's | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=corner shop opposite BIM bank | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Ze's is the most established of grocery/household shops. Opens usually in PM of Monday or Tuesday and closes midday on Saturday. Refrigerated/frozen items available usually include chickens, prawns, fish, sometimes butter, and Rama margarine. Well stocked for Mandimba with trade coming in from Nampula. South African, Brazilian and Portuguese imports included. Yoghurt and chocolate also usually available. }} ==Eat== Several dining establishments are available for those who enjoy chicken and chips, locally-caught fish, beef purchased from the Namwera, Malawi Saturday market. *{{eat | name=Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the north end of town heading towards Lichinga just past the 2-story unfinished building | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The most popular eatery/bar in town featuring the normal Mozambican town fare. A bit pricey, but good food. }} *{{eat | name=Street food | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located where the chapas pickup/drop off, as well as in the main market behind the Petromoc filling station, you can find fresh chips, roasted corn, bananas, mangoes, biscuits, SOBO, soft drinks in cans or bottles, fried chicken, hard boiled eggs, and more depending on the season. }} ==Drink== There are several bars in Mandimba offering a wide selection of beers, wines and liquor. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Tanzaniano | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=at the minibus dropoff/pickup, head back into the market area slightly to the north | phone=+258 823-950-240 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=100MT | checkin= | checkout= | content=7 very simple rooms available at 100MT/night. Restaurant on premises. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão Cupiha | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located along the road toward Lichinga on the left opposite Bar Restaurante Massinga. | phone=+258 824-693-730 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Restaurant attached. 500MT/night (4 rooms, self-contained), 350MT/night (4 rooms, shared bath) and 250MT/night (7 rooms, shared bath). }} *{{sleep | name=Bar Restaurante Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located about 500 m from town on the road toward Lichinga | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-1500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Individual rooms, self-contained roundavels and entire houses available. Prices range from 250MT/night (4 rooms) to 500MT/night (6 rooms). More exclusive options are available for 1,000MT/night (3 available) and 1,500MT/night (2 roundavels). Conference hall available for rent as well. }} *{{sleep | name=Estamos | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located on the road from the border next to the wall that says Mocambique | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=350MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2008-01-01 | content=Estamos is a nationally recognized NGO that offers accommodation and conference hall. }} *{{sleep | name=Freedom Stone Beach | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Just past the bridge heading away from Mandimba heading toward Lichinga. | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=A few rooms available for a cheap price. Faces the river. Out of town just a bit. Updated 2008. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão John | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the main road at the corner where the minibuses drop off/pick up | phone=+258 827-832-720, +258 848-460-128 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=15 rooms available at 250MT/night. Simple rooms with fans, nets. No restaurant. Shared bath. }} ===Mid-range=== *{{sleep | name=Sitio | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located directly behind Pensao Kupiha | phone=+258 827-070-480 (Lucinha) or +258 827-083-250 (Camilo) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=600MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Three rooms available, all self-contained with fan and mosquito net. Can get loud on weekends as it is at an attractive bar/restaurant/disco. Price may have changed since this last quote from 2009. }} ===Splurge=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Restaurante Fernando | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on main street next to Dept. of Education | phone=+258 822556668 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=750-1200MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Offers 10 rooms at 1200MT/night (self-contained with bathroom, desk, TV, mosquito net, double bed, fan, etc.) 4 rooms available at 750MT/night (shared bath). }} ==Connect== Media outlets include TVM (the national television network) and a locally-run radio station which uses a mixture of Portuguese and locally-based languages of Makua and Ciyawo (also known as Ajawa, Chiyao). Several government offices are housed in Mandimba including the Administrador, Dept of Labor, District Court, City Planning, and others. ==Go next== * [[Cuamba]] — Important railway and commercial town in Niassa Province. * [[Lichinga]] — Capital of Niassa Province. * [[Lake Malawi]] — Large lake on the border between Malawi, Mozambique and Tanzania. * [[Malawi]] — Neighbouring country to the west. * [[Nampula]] — Major city and transport centre in northern Mozambique. {{IsPartOf|Northern Mozambique}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|-14.3530|35.6510}} o8kzzl669tmfiqt6uou4694njcgslv4 5328379 5328378 2026-08-14T16:19:10Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328379 wikitext text/x-wiki [[File:A street in Mandimba, Niassa, Mozambique.jpg|frameless]] '''Mandimba''' is a city in [[Niassa]] in [[Mozambique]]. ==Understand== Mandimba is a border town and district capital in the Niassa Province of northwestern Mozambique. It serves as a key commercial and transit hub near the international border with Malawi, featuring local markets, informal currency trading, and regional farming. Mandimba is surrounded by rural communities and agricultural land. Farming is an important part of the local economy, with crops such as maize, cassava, beans and groundnuts cultivated in the surrounding area. The town has a predominantly rural character, with small shops, markets and local businesses serving residents and travellers. Portuguese is the official language of Mozambique. Local languages are also widely spoken in Mandimba and the surrounding communities. ==Get in== Mandimba is the first town you will come to while entering the Niassa District area of north-eastern Mozambique as it borders the Chiponde, Malawi exit. Travelers can enter by foot, by bicycle taxi, hired vehicle or personal transport. Regular vehicles drive in from Lichinga to the north and Cuamba to the east. ==Get around== Getting around on foot or bike is no problem in this small town. It is easy to hire transport to take you wherever you may need to go whether it be nearby or far away. {{mapframe|-14.3528|35.6500|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== There is not much for a tourist to do in Mandimba. You could hang out in some local bars, get to know the friendly folks that make this area interesting. It's mainly a resting point for travelers heading to Lichinga up north, or towards Nampula to the east. If you've got a mountain bike there are some nice dirt roads/trails leading through scenic villages and the like. There is a smallish waterfall outside of town heading towards Cuamba that's good for a swim during certain times of the year (turn right past the second bridge out of town and go down a few kilometers where there is a branch-off to the right, park and cross the river on foot and walk down the rocks.) The first church of Niassa Province sits unassumingly just past the first bridge out of town heading towards Cuamba (on the right; sometimes there is a sign to mark the church set back off the road). ==Buy== There is a thriving local market that sells all kinds of locally available produce (tomatoes, onions, lettuce, ground nuts, maize, etc. depending on the season), as well as simple construction supplies. Visitors are known to come in from Malawi to purchase new Chinese motorcycles available at rock bottom prices with the quality to match. *{{buy | name=BIM | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=BIM bank offers 2 ATM machines outside allowing Mozambican and foreign transactions through credit/debit card. }} *{{buy | name=Kwacheiros | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Money changers ply their trade all over the downtown area of Mandimba. Known locally as Kwacheiros, they are adept at taking your foreign currency (or Mozambican) and exchanging it to Malawian Kwachas. You can usually bargain them down by a few points from what they quote you. Look for the guys waving wads of cash at you as you pass by. They don't like euros. }} *{{buy | name=Bangledeshis | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In 2012, there were 5 shops in town run by Bangledeshi nationals. They carry the normal fare for Mozambique: biscuits, cement, hardware, cosmetics, grocery, cooking oil, rice, flour, etc. }} *{{buy | name=Nigerian Auto Parts Shops | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mandimba also has several auto parts dealers with owners of Nigerian origin. Mostly specializing in the thriving motorcycle spares market. }} *{{buy | name=Ze's | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=corner shop opposite BIM bank | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Ze's is the most established of grocery/household shops. Opens usually in PM of Monday or Tuesday and closes midday on Saturday. Refrigerated/frozen items available usually include chickens, prawns, fish, sometimes butter, and Rama margarine. Well stocked for Mandimba with trade coming in from Nampula. South African, Brazilian and Portuguese imports included. Yoghurt and chocolate also usually available. }} ==Eat== Several dining establishments are available for those who enjoy chicken and chips, locally-caught fish, beef purchased from the Namwera, Malawi Saturday market. *{{eat | name=Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the north end of town heading towards Lichinga just past the 2-story unfinished building | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The most popular eatery/bar in town featuring the normal Mozambican town fare. A bit pricey, but good food. }} *{{eat | name=Street food | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located where the chapas pickup/drop off, as well as in the main market behind the Petromoc filling station, you can find fresh chips, roasted corn, bananas, mangoes, biscuits, SOBO, soft drinks in cans or bottles, fried chicken, hard boiled eggs, and more depending on the season. }} ==Drink== There are several bars in Mandimba offering a wide selection of beers, wines and liquor. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Tanzaniano | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=at the minibus dropoff/pickup, head back into the market area slightly to the north | phone=+258 823-950-240 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=100MT | checkin= | checkout= | content=7 very simple rooms available at 100MT/night. Restaurant on premises. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão Cupiha | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located along the road toward Lichinga on the left opposite Bar Restaurante Massinga. | phone=+258 824-693-730 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Restaurant attached. 500MT/night (4 rooms, self-contained), 350MT/night (4 rooms, shared bath) and 250MT/night (7 rooms, shared bath). }} *{{sleep | name=Bar Restaurante Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located about 500 m from town on the road toward Lichinga | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-1500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Individual rooms, self-contained roundavels and entire houses available. Prices range from 250MT/night (4 rooms) to 500MT/night (6 rooms). More exclusive options are available for 1,000MT/night (3 available) and 1,500MT/night (2 roundavels). Conference hall available for rent as well. }} *{{sleep | name=Estamos | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located on the road from the border next to the wall that says Mocambique | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=350MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2008-01-01 | content=Estamos is a nationally recognized NGO that offers accommodation and conference hall. }} *{{sleep | name=Freedom Stone Beach | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Just past the bridge heading away from Mandimba heading toward Lichinga. | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=A few rooms available for a cheap price. Faces the river. Out of town just a bit. Updated 2008. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão John | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the main road at the corner where the minibuses drop off/pick up | phone=+258 827-832-720, +258 848-460-128 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=15 rooms available at 250MT/night. Simple rooms with fans, nets. No restaurant. Shared bath. }} ===Mid-range=== *{{sleep | name=Sitio | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located directly behind Pensao Kupiha | phone=+258 827-070-480 (Lucinha) or +258 827-083-250 (Camilo) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=600MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Three rooms available, all self-contained with fan and mosquito net. Can get loud on weekends as it is at an attractive bar/restaurant/disco. Price may have changed since this last quote from 2009. }} ===Splurge=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Restaurante Fernando | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on main street next to Dept. of Education | phone=+258 822556668 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=750-1200MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Offers 10 rooms at 1200MT/night (self-contained with bathroom, desk, TV, mosquito net, double bed, fan, etc.) 4 rooms available at 750MT/night (shared bath). }} ==Connect== Media outlets include TVM (the national television network) and a locally-run radio station which uses a mixture of Portuguese and locally-based languages of Makua and Ciyawo (also known as Ajawa, Chiyao). Several government offices are housed in Mandimba including the Administrador, Dept of Labor, District Court, City Planning, and others. ==Go next== * [[Cuamba]] — Important railway and commercial town in Niassa Province. * [[Lichinga]] — Capital of Niassa Province. * [[Lake Malawi]] — Large lake on the border between Malawi, Mozambique and Tanzania. * [[Malawi]] — Neighbouring country to the west. * [[Nampula]] — Major city and transport centre in northern Mozambique. {{IsPartOf|Northern Mozambique}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|-14.3530|35.6510}} hbyoxj47qiqntz24ndzh5d6y6mt4z9s 5328384 5328379 2026-08-14T16:25:59Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328384 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Governo do Distrito de Mandimba.jpg|origin=bottom}} '''Mandimba''' is a city in [[Niassa]] in [[Mozambique]]. ==Understand== Mandimba is a border town and district capital in the Niassa Province of northwestern Mozambique. It serves as a key commercial and transit hub near the international border with Malawi, featuring local markets, informal currency trading, and regional farming. Mandimba is surrounded by rural communities and agricultural land. Farming is an important part of the local economy, with crops such as maize, cassava, beans and groundnuts cultivated in the surrounding area. The town has a predominantly rural character, with small shops, markets and local businesses serving residents and travellers. Portuguese is the official language of Mozambique. Local languages are also widely spoken in Mandimba and the surrounding communities. ==Get in== Mandimba is the first town you will come to while entering the Niassa District area of north-eastern Mozambique as it borders the Chiponde, Malawi exit. Travelers can enter by foot, by bicycle taxi, hired vehicle or personal transport. Regular vehicles drive in from Lichinga to the north and Cuamba to the east. ==Get around== Getting around on foot or bike is no problem in this small town. It is easy to hire transport to take you wherever you may need to go whether it be nearby or far away. {{mapframe|-14.3528|35.6500|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== There is not much for a tourist to do in Mandimba. You could hang out in some local bars, get to know the friendly folks that make this area interesting. It's mainly a resting point for travelers heading to Lichinga up north, or towards Nampula to the east. If you've got a mountain bike there are some nice dirt roads/trails leading through scenic villages and the like. There is a smallish waterfall outside of town heading towards Cuamba that's good for a swim during certain times of the year (turn right past the second bridge out of town and go down a few kilometers where there is a branch-off to the right, park and cross the river on foot and walk down the rocks.) The first church of Niassa Province sits unassumingly just past the first bridge out of town heading towards Cuamba (on the right; sometimes there is a sign to mark the church set back off the road). ==Buy== There is a thriving local market that sells all kinds of locally available produce (tomatoes, onions, lettuce, ground nuts, maize, etc. depending on the season), as well as simple construction supplies. Visitors are known to come in from Malawi to purchase new Chinese motorcycles available at rock bottom prices with the quality to match. *{{buy | name=BIM | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=BIM bank offers 2 ATM machines outside allowing Mozambican and foreign transactions through credit/debit card. }} *{{buy | name=Kwacheiros | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Money changers ply their trade all over the downtown area of Mandimba. Known locally as Kwacheiros, they are adept at taking your foreign currency (or Mozambican) and exchanging it to Malawian Kwachas. You can usually bargain them down by a few points from what they quote you. Look for the guys waving wads of cash at you as you pass by. They don't like euros. }} *{{buy | name=Bangledeshis | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In 2012, there were 5 shops in town run by Bangledeshi nationals. They carry the normal fare for Mozambique: biscuits, cement, hardware, cosmetics, grocery, cooking oil, rice, flour, etc. }} *{{buy | name=Nigerian Auto Parts Shops | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mandimba also has several auto parts dealers with owners of Nigerian origin. Mostly specializing in the thriving motorcycle spares market. }} *{{buy | name=Ze's | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=corner shop opposite BIM bank | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Ze's is the most established of grocery/household shops. Opens usually in PM of Monday or Tuesday and closes midday on Saturday. Refrigerated/frozen items available usually include chickens, prawns, fish, sometimes butter, and Rama margarine. Well stocked for Mandimba with trade coming in from Nampula. South African, Brazilian and Portuguese imports included. Yoghurt and chocolate also usually available. }} ==Eat== Several dining establishments are available for those who enjoy chicken and chips, locally-caught fish, beef purchased from the Namwera, Malawi Saturday market. *{{eat | name=Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the north end of town heading towards Lichinga just past the 2-story unfinished building | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The most popular eatery/bar in town featuring the normal Mozambican town fare. A bit pricey, but good food. }} *{{eat | name=Street food | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located where the chapas pickup/drop off, as well as in the main market behind the Petromoc filling station, you can find fresh chips, roasted corn, bananas, mangoes, biscuits, SOBO, soft drinks in cans or bottles, fried chicken, hard boiled eggs, and more depending on the season. }} ==Drink== There are several bars in Mandimba offering a wide selection of beers, wines and liquor. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Tanzaniano | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=at the minibus dropoff/pickup, head back into the market area slightly to the north | phone=+258 823-950-240 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=100MT | checkin= | checkout= | content=7 very simple rooms available at 100MT/night. Restaurant on premises. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão Cupiha | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located along the road toward Lichinga on the left opposite Bar Restaurante Massinga. | phone=+258 824-693-730 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Restaurant attached. 500MT/night (4 rooms, self-contained), 350MT/night (4 rooms, shared bath) and 250MT/night (7 rooms, shared bath). }} *{{sleep | name=Bar Restaurante Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located about 500 m from town on the road toward Lichinga | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-1500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Individual rooms, self-contained roundavels and entire houses available. Prices range from 250MT/night (4 rooms) to 500MT/night (6 rooms). More exclusive options are available for 1,000MT/night (3 available) and 1,500MT/night (2 roundavels). Conference hall available for rent as well. }} *{{sleep | name=Estamos | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located on the road from the border next to the wall that says Mocambique | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=350MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2008-01-01 | content=Estamos is a nationally recognized NGO that offers accommodation and conference hall. }} *{{sleep | name=Freedom Stone Beach | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Just past the bridge heading away from Mandimba heading toward Lichinga. | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=A few rooms available for a cheap price. Faces the river. Out of town just a bit. Updated 2008. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão John | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the main road at the corner where the minibuses drop off/pick up | phone=+258 827-832-720, +258 848-460-128 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=15 rooms available at 250MT/night. Simple rooms with fans, nets. No restaurant. Shared bath. }} ===Mid-range=== *{{sleep | name=Sitio | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located directly behind Pensao Kupiha | phone=+258 827-070-480 (Lucinha) or +258 827-083-250 (Camilo) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=600MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Three rooms available, all self-contained with fan and mosquito net. Can get loud on weekends as it is at an attractive bar/restaurant/disco. Price may have changed since this last quote from 2009. }} ===Splurge=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Restaurante Fernando | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on main street next to Dept. of Education | phone=+258 822556668 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=750-1200MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Offers 10 rooms at 1200MT/night (self-contained with bathroom, desk, TV, mosquito net, double bed, fan, etc.) 4 rooms available at 750MT/night (shared bath). }} ==Connect== Media outlets include TVM (the national television network) and a locally-run radio station which uses a mixture of Portuguese and locally-based languages of Makua and Ciyawo (also known as Ajawa, Chiyao). Several government offices are housed in Mandimba including the Administrador, Dept of Labor, District Court, City Planning, and others. ==Go next== * [[Cuamba]] — Important railway and commercial town in Niassa Province. * [[Lichinga]] — Capital of Niassa Province. * [[Lake Malawi]] — Large lake on the border between Malawi, Mozambique and Tanzania. * [[Malawi]] — Neighbouring country to the west. * [[Nampula]] — Major city and transport centre in northern Mozambique. {{IsPartOf|Northern Mozambique}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|-14.3530|35.6510}} 2c1jycet6169gkknu4vpfbhtqbg8gzr 5328387 5328384 2026-08-14T16:30:42Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328387 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|S-amer africa default banner.jpg}} '''Mandimba''' is a city in [[Niassa]] in [[Mozambique]]. ==Understand== Mandimba is a border town and district capital in the Niassa Province of northwestern Mozambique. It serves as a key commercial and transit hub near the international border with Malawi, featuring local markets, informal currency trading, and regional farming. Mandimba is surrounded by rural communities and agricultural land. Farming is an important part of the local economy, with crops such as maize, cassava, beans and groundnuts cultivated in the surrounding area. The town has a predominantly rural character, with small shops, markets and local businesses serving residents and travellers. Portuguese is the official language of Mozambique. Local languages are also widely spoken in Mandimba and the surrounding communities. ==Get in== Mandimba is the first town you will come to while entering the Niassa District area of north-eastern Mozambique as it borders the Chiponde, Malawi exit. Travelers can enter by foot, by bicycle taxi, hired vehicle or personal transport. Regular vehicles drive in from Lichinga to the north and Cuamba to the east. ==Get around== Getting around on foot or bike is no problem in this small town. It is easy to hire transport to take you wherever you may need to go whether it be nearby or far away. {{mapframe|-14.3528|35.6500|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== There is not much for a tourist to do in Mandimba. You could hang out in some local bars, get to know the friendly folks that make this area interesting. It's mainly a resting point for travelers heading to Lichinga up north, or towards Nampula to the east. If you've got a mountain bike there are some nice dirt roads/trails leading through scenic villages and the like. There is a smallish waterfall outside of town heading towards Cuamba that's good for a swim during certain times of the year (turn right past the second bridge out of town and go down a few kilometers where there is a branch-off to the right, park and cross the river on foot and walk down the rocks.) The first church of Niassa Province sits unassumingly just past the first bridge out of town heading towards Cuamba (on the right; sometimes there is a sign to mark the church set back off the road). ==Buy== There is a thriving local market that sells all kinds of locally available produce (tomatoes, onions, lettuce, ground nuts, maize, etc. depending on the season), as well as simple construction supplies. Visitors are known to come in from Malawi to purchase new Chinese motorcycles available at rock bottom prices with the quality to match. *{{buy | name=BIM | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=BIM bank offers 2 ATM machines outside allowing Mozambican and foreign transactions through credit/debit card. }} *{{buy | name=Kwacheiros | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Money changers ply their trade all over the downtown area of Mandimba. Known locally as Kwacheiros, they are adept at taking your foreign currency (or Mozambican) and exchanging it to Malawian Kwachas. You can usually bargain them down by a few points from what they quote you. Look for the guys waving wads of cash at you as you pass by. They don't like euros. }} *{{buy | name=Bangledeshis | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In 2012, there were 5 shops in town run by Bangledeshi nationals. They carry the normal fare for Mozambique: biscuits, cement, hardware, cosmetics, grocery, cooking oil, rice, flour, etc. }} *{{buy | name=Nigerian Auto Parts Shops | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mandimba also has several auto parts dealers with owners of Nigerian origin. Mostly specializing in the thriving motorcycle spares market. }} *{{buy | name=Ze's | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=corner shop opposite BIM bank | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Ze's is the most established of grocery/household shops. Opens usually in PM of Monday or Tuesday and closes midday on Saturday. Refrigerated/frozen items available usually include chickens, prawns, fish, sometimes butter, and Rama margarine. Well stocked for Mandimba with trade coming in from Nampula. South African, Brazilian and Portuguese imports included. Yoghurt and chocolate also usually available. }} ==Eat== Several dining establishments are available for those who enjoy chicken and chips, locally-caught fish, beef purchased from the Namwera, Malawi Saturday market. *{{eat | name=Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the north end of town heading towards Lichinga just past the 2-story unfinished building | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The most popular eatery/bar in town featuring the normal Mozambican town fare. A bit pricey, but good food. }} *{{eat | name=Street food | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located where the chapas pickup/drop off, as well as in the main market behind the Petromoc filling station, you can find fresh chips, roasted corn, bananas, mangoes, biscuits, SOBO, soft drinks in cans or bottles, fried chicken, hard boiled eggs, and more depending on the season. }} ==Drink== There are several bars in Mandimba offering a wide selection of beers, wines and liquor. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Tanzaniano | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=at the minibus dropoff/pickup, head back into the market area slightly to the north | phone=+258 823-950-240 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=100MT | checkin= | checkout= | content=7 very simple rooms available at 100MT/night. Restaurant on premises. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão Cupiha | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located along the road toward Lichinga on the left opposite Bar Restaurante Massinga. | phone=+258 824-693-730 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Restaurant attached. 500MT/night (4 rooms, self-contained), 350MT/night (4 rooms, shared bath) and 250MT/night (7 rooms, shared bath). }} *{{sleep | name=Bar Restaurante Massinga | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located about 500 m from town on the road toward Lichinga | phone=+258 820-858-016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250-1500MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Individual rooms, self-contained roundavels and entire houses available. Prices range from 250MT/night (4 rooms) to 500MT/night (6 rooms). More exclusive options are available for 1,000MT/night (3 available) and 1,500MT/night (2 roundavels). Conference hall available for rent as well. }} *{{sleep | name=Estamos | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located on the road from the border next to the wall that says Mocambique | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=350MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2008-01-01 | content=Estamos is a nationally recognized NGO that offers accommodation and conference hall. }} *{{sleep | name=Freedom Stone Beach | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Just past the bridge heading away from Mandimba heading toward Lichinga. | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=A few rooms available for a cheap price. Faces the river. Out of town just a bit. Updated 2008. }} *{{sleep | name=Pensão John | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on the main road at the corner where the minibuses drop off/pick up | phone=+258 827-832-720, +258 848-460-128 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=250MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=15 rooms available at 250MT/night. Simple rooms with fans, nets. No restaurant. Shared bath. }} ===Mid-range=== *{{sleep | name=Sitio | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Located directly behind Pensao Kupiha | phone=+258 827-070-480 (Lucinha) or +258 827-083-250 (Camilo) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=600MT/night | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Three rooms available, all self-contained with fan and mosquito net. Can get loud on weekends as it is at an attractive bar/restaurant/disco. Price may have changed since this last quote from 2009. }} ===Splurge=== *{{sleep | name=Pensão Restaurante Fernando | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=on main street next to Dept. of Education | phone=+258 822556668 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=750-1200MT | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2012-01-01 | content=Offers 10 rooms at 1200MT/night (self-contained with bathroom, desk, TV, mosquito net, double bed, fan, etc.) 4 rooms available at 750MT/night (shared bath). }} ==Connect== Media outlets include TVM (the national television network) and a locally-run radio station which uses a mixture of Portuguese and locally-based languages of Makua and Ciyawo (also known as Ajawa, Chiyao). Several government offices are housed in Mandimba including the Administrador, Dept of Labor, District Court, City Planning, and others. ==Go next== * [[Cuamba]] — Important railway and commercial town in Niassa Province. * [[Lichinga]] — Capital of Niassa Province. * [[Lake Malawi]] — Large lake on the border between Malawi, Mozambique and Tanzania. * [[Malawi]] — Neighbouring country to the west. * [[Nampula]] — Major city and transport centre in northern Mozambique. {{IsPartOf|Northern Mozambique}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|-14.3530|35.6510}} kc9q7g21qlel7cwa5bd16pui1ya77yr 0 21338 5328321 5328299 2026-08-14T13:27:28Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added the corrected Map 5328321 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg|pgname=Marathon}} [[Image:Marathon texas.jpg|thumb|300px|Some old skulls, Marathon]] '''[http://www.marathontexas.com/ Marathon]''' is a town in the [[Big Bend Country]] region of [[Texas]]. ==Get in== Highway 90 runs through the town center. ==Get around== {{mapframe|30.2051688|-103.2446205|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== ==Buy== [[Image:Marathon texas2.jpg|thumb|300px|Some colors, Marathon]] ==Eat== ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Marathon Coffee | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{drink | name=Desert Ghost Distilling Company | alt= | url=https://desertghostdistilling.com/ | email= | address=303 NW 1st St. | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-05-27 | content=Desert Ghost Distilling Co. makes small-batch Texas Whiskey and Bourbon. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Gage Hotel | url=http://www.gagehotel.com | email=welcome@gagehotel.com | address=101 Highway 90 West | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 432-386-4205 | tollfree=+1-800-884-GAGE | fax=+1 432-386-4510 | checkin=4PM | checkout=11AM | price=$90-$381 | content=Built in the 1920s by cattle tycoon Alfred Gage so he would have a place to stay while overseeing his interests in the area. The hotel has since been carefully restored and now includes a cafe and a spa. Rooms in the original building (with or without private bath) are the biggest bargain; those in the Los Portales annex and in the 3 well-appointed houses nearby offer more modern trappings without sacrificing the West Texas mood. }} ==Go next== Traveling west on Highway 90, you'll find: * [[Alpine (Texas)|Alpine]], with a host of restaurants. * [[Marfa]], with its art galleries and mysterious lights. * [[El Paso]] Also in the area: * [[Big Bend National Park]] has 801,000 acres of land to explore. * [[Fort Davis]] is home to the '''McDonald Observatory''', which hosts terrific '''Star Parties''' after dark. {{routebox | image1=US 90.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Van Horn]] | minorl1=[[Alpine (Texas)|Alpine]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Del Rio]] | minorr1=[[Sanderson]] | image2=US 385.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Odessa (Texas)|Odessa]] | minorl2=[[Fort Stockton]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=END | minorr2=[[Big Bend National Park|Big Bend N.P.]] }} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|30.207500|-103.243333}} {{isPartOf|Trans-Pecos}} bebvv0r2rmaq16wfyyie41rlab6ays7 0 21514 5328366 5328135 2026-08-14T16:00:11Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328366 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Route 66 Missouri banner.jpg}} '''[http://www.marshfieldmo.org Marshfield]''' is a city in [[Southwest Missouri]]. ==Understand== '''Marshfield''' is a city in [[Wisconsin]], [[United States]]. It is located mainly in [[Wood County (Wisconsin)|Wood County]], with a small part extending into [[Marathon County]]. The city is an important regional centre for healthcare, education, agriculture and business in central Wisconsin. Marshfield is a city in and the county seat of Webster County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, Marshfield had a population of 7,458. As of 2024, the population is estimated to be 7,935. It is part of the Springfield metropolitan area. Marshfield developed as a railway and agricultural community and later became an important centre for healthcare and education. The city is surrounded by farmland and forests typical of central Wisconsin. The area has four distinct seasons. Summers are generally warm and humid, while winters can be cold with significant snowfall. ==History== Marshfield was platted in 1855, taking its name from Marshfield, Massachusetts. A post office called Marshfield has been in operation since 1856. Marshfield is the county seat of Webster County and sits on land donated by William T. Burford and C.F. Dryden. Marshfield is home to the only intersection of the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail and U.S. Route 66. Marshfield is the hometown of Edwin Hubble. A replica of the Hubble Space Telescope can be found in front of the Webster County Court House at 100 S Clay St. ==Climate== Marshfield has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa), with elements of a humid continental climate. The city experiences four distinct seasons; summers are warm and humid, while winters are cool with occasional cold spells. Rainfall is highest in the late spring. Snowfall is generally light, with an average of 5.2 inches (13 cm). ==Culture== Founded in 2005, the Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual three-day event that takes place in late April. Visitors to the festival can purchase crafts and food from vendors in the town square. Activities are available for the whole family, and notable speakers are invited to provide both entertainment and education. Descendants of Presidents are invited to attend and typically speak at the Presidential forum. Additionally, entertainers from television, music, and film are available at the Nostalgia Fest Autograph Show typically taking place on the Friday and Saturday of the festival. ==Get in== ===By car=== Marshfield is located along [[U.S. Route 10]] and [[Wisconsin Highway 13]]. These roads provide connections to [[Wausau]], [[Stevens Point]], [[Wisconsin Rapids]] and other central Wisconsin communities. ===By bus=== Regional bus services connect Marshfield with nearby cities and communities. ===By plane=== '''Marshfield Municipal Airport''' is located southeast of the city and serves general aviation. The nearest airports with regular commercial passenger service are in [[Central Wisconsin Airport|Mosinee]] and [[Wausau]], and in [[Green Bay]] or [[Madison]] for a wider range of flights. {{mapframe|zoom=auto}} {{Mapshape}} ==Get around== A car is the most convenient way to explore Marshfield and the surrounding countryside. Local taxi and ride-hailing services may also be available. The central parts of the city can be explored on foot, while bicycles are useful during the warmer months. ==See== *{{see | name= Wildwood Park & Zoo| url= | email=parkrec@ci.marshfield.wi.us | address=608 W. 17th Street, Marshfield | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-384-4642 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A large city park and zoo covering more than 150 acres, with North American wildlife, walking trails and a large-animal drive. }} *{{see | name= World's Largest Round Barn | url= | email= office@centralwisconsinstatefair.com | address= 513 E. 17th Street, Marshfield | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-387-1261 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Historic round barn built in 1916 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is about 150 ft in diameter and 70 ft high. }} *{{see | name= Governor William H. Upham House | url= Upham Mansion| email= nwchs@uphammansion.com | address=212 W. Third Street, Marshfield| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-387-3322 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Historic home of William H. Upham, former governor of Wisconsin. The house dates from 1880 and contains period furnishings and local historical exhibits. }} *{{see | name= Marshfield Heritage Museum | url= Marshfield History Museum| email= victorian201@gmail.com | address=211 E. 2nd Street, Lower Level, Marshfield| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-384-5867 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= Wed & Sat 13:00-16:00| price= | content= Local history museum documenting the development and heritage of Marshfield and the surrounding area. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Sheila's Place Fresh from our Kitchen to yours | url= | email= | address=1301 W Jefferson St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 417-943-4123 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2024-03-03| content= }} * {{eat | name=Mom's Kitchen | url=https://m.facebook.com/MOMS-Kitchen-620089664995103 | email= | address=210 W Jackson St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+1 417 859-7251 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 5AM-2PM | price= | content=Biscuits are a common feature. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/marshfield/mfiex/hoteldetail | email= | address=1301 Banning St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+1 417 859-6000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=I-44.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Joplin]] | minorl1=[[Springfield (Missouri)|Springfield]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[St. Louis]] | minorr1=[[Conway (Missouri)|Conway]] | image2=US 66 (historic).svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Joplin]] | minorl2=[[Springfield (Missouri)|Springfield]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[St. Louis]] | minorr2=[[Conway (Missouri)|Conway]] | link2=Route 66 }} {{geo|37.339722|-92.907222}} {{IsPartOf|Southwest Missouri}} {{outlinecity}} 1hm0gwuubvujmc2w7um97dr2m6lpehh 5328367 5328366 2026-08-14T16:01:43Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328367 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Default banner.jpg}} '''[http://www.marshfieldmo.org Marshfield]''' is a city in [[Southwest Missouri]]. ==Understand== '''Marshfield''' is a city in [[Wisconsin]], [[United States]]. It is located mainly in [[Wood County (Wisconsin)|Wood County]], with a small part extending into [[Marathon County]]. The city is an important regional centre for healthcare, education, agriculture and business in central Wisconsin. Marshfield is a city in and the county seat of Webster County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, Marshfield had a population of 7,458. As of 2024, the population is estimated to be 7,935. It is part of the Springfield metropolitan area. Marshfield developed as a railway and agricultural community and later became an important centre for healthcare and education. The city is surrounded by farmland and forests typical of central Wisconsin. The area has four distinct seasons. Summers are generally warm and humid, while winters can be cold with significant snowfall. ==History== Marshfield was platted in 1855, taking its name from Marshfield, Massachusetts. A post office called Marshfield has been in operation since 1856. Marshfield is the county seat of Webster County and sits on land donated by William T. Burford and C.F. Dryden. Marshfield is home to the only intersection of the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail and U.S. Route 66. Marshfield is the hometown of Edwin Hubble. A replica of the Hubble Space Telescope can be found in front of the Webster County Court House at 100 S Clay St. ==Climate== Marshfield has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa), with elements of a humid continental climate. The city experiences four distinct seasons; summers are warm and humid, while winters are cool with occasional cold spells. Rainfall is highest in the late spring. Snowfall is generally light, with an average of 5.2 inches (13 cm). ==Culture== Founded in 2005, the Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual three-day event that takes place in late April. Visitors to the festival can purchase crafts and food from vendors in the town square. Activities are available for the whole family, and notable speakers are invited to provide both entertainment and education. Descendants of Presidents are invited to attend and typically speak at the Presidential forum. Additionally, entertainers from television, music, and film are available at the Nostalgia Fest Autograph Show typically taking place on the Friday and Saturday of the festival. ==Get in== ===By car=== Marshfield is located along [[U.S. Route 10]] and [[Wisconsin Highway 13]]. These roads provide connections to [[Wausau]], [[Stevens Point]], [[Wisconsin Rapids]] and other central Wisconsin communities. ===By bus=== Regional bus services connect Marshfield with nearby cities and communities. ===By plane=== '''Marshfield Municipal Airport''' is located southeast of the city and serves general aviation. The nearest airports with regular commercial passenger service are in [[Central Wisconsin Airport|Mosinee]] and [[Wausau]], and in [[Green Bay]] or [[Madison]] for a wider range of flights. {{mapframe|zoom=auto}} {{Mapshape}} ==Get around== A car is the most convenient way to explore Marshfield and the surrounding countryside. Local taxi and ride-hailing services may also be available. The central parts of the city can be explored on foot, while bicycles are useful during the warmer months. ==See== *{{see | name= Wildwood Park & Zoo| url= | email=parkrec@ci.marshfield.wi.us | address=608 W. 17th Street, Marshfield | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-384-4642 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A large city park and zoo covering more than 150 acres, with North American wildlife, walking trails and a large-animal drive. }} *{{see | name= World's Largest Round Barn | url= | email= office@centralwisconsinstatefair.com | address= 513 E. 17th Street, Marshfield | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-387-1261 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Historic round barn built in 1916 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is about 150 ft in diameter and 70 ft high. }} *{{see | name= Governor William H. Upham House | url= Upham Mansion| email= nwchs@uphammansion.com | address=212 W. Third Street, Marshfield| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-387-3322 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Historic home of William H. Upham, former governor of Wisconsin. The house dates from 1880 and contains period furnishings and local historical exhibits. }} *{{see | name= Marshfield Heritage Museum | url= Marshfield History Museum| email= victorian201@gmail.com | address=211 E. 2nd Street, Lower Level, Marshfield| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-384-5867 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= Wed & Sat 13:00-16:00| price= | content= Local history museum documenting the development and heritage of Marshfield and the surrounding area. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Sheila's Place Fresh from our Kitchen to yours | url= | email= | address=1301 W Jefferson St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 417-943-4123 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2024-03-03| content= }} * {{eat | name=Mom's Kitchen | url=https://m.facebook.com/MOMS-Kitchen-620089664995103 | email= | address=210 W Jackson St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+1 417 859-7251 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 5AM-2PM | price= | content=Biscuits are a common feature. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/marshfield/mfiex/hoteldetail | email= | address=1301 Banning St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+1 417 859-6000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=I-44.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Joplin]] | minorl1=[[Springfield (Missouri)|Springfield]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[St. Louis]] | minorr1=[[Conway (Missouri)|Conway]] | image2=US 66 (historic).svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Joplin]] | minorl2=[[Springfield (Missouri)|Springfield]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[St. Louis]] | minorr2=[[Conway (Missouri)|Conway]] | link2=Route 66 }} {{geo|37.339722|-92.907222}} {{IsPartOf|Southwest Missouri}} {{outlinecity}} qy6wc2v21npqxant286un227sdjmk1o 5328368 5328367 2026-08-14T16:02:35Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328368 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia-default-banner.jpg|caption=The massive granite monolith of Soroti Rock towering over the town landscape, Uganda}} '''[http://www.marshfieldmo.org Marshfield]''' is a city in [[Southwest Missouri]]. ==Understand== '''Marshfield''' is a city in [[Wisconsin]], [[United States]]. It is located mainly in [[Wood County (Wisconsin)|Wood County]], with a small part extending into [[Marathon County]]. The city is an important regional centre for healthcare, education, agriculture and business in central Wisconsin. Marshfield is a city in and the county seat of Webster County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, Marshfield had a population of 7,458. As of 2024, the population is estimated to be 7,935. It is part of the Springfield metropolitan area. Marshfield developed as a railway and agricultural community and later became an important centre for healthcare and education. The city is surrounded by farmland and forests typical of central Wisconsin. The area has four distinct seasons. Summers are generally warm and humid, while winters can be cold with significant snowfall. ==History== Marshfield was platted in 1855, taking its name from Marshfield, Massachusetts. A post office called Marshfield has been in operation since 1856. Marshfield is the county seat of Webster County and sits on land donated by William T. Burford and C.F. Dryden. Marshfield is home to the only intersection of the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail and U.S. Route 66. Marshfield is the hometown of Edwin Hubble. A replica of the Hubble Space Telescope can be found in front of the Webster County Court House at 100 S Clay St. ==Climate== Marshfield has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa), with elements of a humid continental climate. The city experiences four distinct seasons; summers are warm and humid, while winters are cool with occasional cold spells. Rainfall is highest in the late spring. Snowfall is generally light, with an average of 5.2 inches (13 cm). ==Culture== Founded in 2005, the Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual three-day event that takes place in late April. Visitors to the festival can purchase crafts and food from vendors in the town square. Activities are available for the whole family, and notable speakers are invited to provide both entertainment and education. Descendants of Presidents are invited to attend and typically speak at the Presidential forum. Additionally, entertainers from television, music, and film are available at the Nostalgia Fest Autograph Show typically taking place on the Friday and Saturday of the festival. ==Get in== ===By car=== Marshfield is located along [[U.S. Route 10]] and [[Wisconsin Highway 13]]. These roads provide connections to [[Wausau]], [[Stevens Point]], [[Wisconsin Rapids]] and other central Wisconsin communities. ===By bus=== Regional bus services connect Marshfield with nearby cities and communities. ===By plane=== '''Marshfield Municipal Airport''' is located southeast of the city and serves general aviation. The nearest airports with regular commercial passenger service are in [[Central Wisconsin Airport|Mosinee]] and [[Wausau]], and in [[Green Bay]] or [[Madison]] for a wider range of flights. {{mapframe|zoom=auto}} {{Mapshape}} ==Get around== A car is the most convenient way to explore Marshfield and the surrounding countryside. Local taxi and ride-hailing services may also be available. The central parts of the city can be explored on foot, while bicycles are useful during the warmer months. ==See== *{{see | name= Wildwood Park & Zoo| url= | email=parkrec@ci.marshfield.wi.us | address=608 W. 17th Street, Marshfield | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-384-4642 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A large city park and zoo covering more than 150 acres, with North American wildlife, walking trails and a large-animal drive. }} *{{see | name= World's Largest Round Barn | url= | email= office@centralwisconsinstatefair.com | address= 513 E. 17th Street, Marshfield | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-387-1261 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Historic round barn built in 1916 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is about 150 ft in diameter and 70 ft high. }} *{{see | name= Governor William H. Upham House | url= Upham Mansion| email= nwchs@uphammansion.com | address=212 W. Third Street, Marshfield| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-387-3322 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Historic home of William H. Upham, former governor of Wisconsin. The house dates from 1880 and contains period furnishings and local historical exhibits. }} *{{see | name= Marshfield Heritage Museum | url= Marshfield History Museum| email= victorian201@gmail.com | address=211 E. 2nd Street, Lower Level, Marshfield| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-384-5867 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= Wed & Sat 13:00-16:00| price= | content= Local history museum documenting the development and heritage of Marshfield and the surrounding area. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Sheila's Place Fresh from our Kitchen to yours | url= | email= | address=1301 W Jefferson St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 417-943-4123 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2024-03-03| content= }} * {{eat | name=Mom's Kitchen | url=https://m.facebook.com/MOMS-Kitchen-620089664995103 | email= | address=210 W Jackson St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+1 417 859-7251 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 5AM-2PM | price= | content=Biscuits are a common feature. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/marshfield/mfiex/hoteldetail | email= | address=1301 Banning St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+1 417 859-6000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=I-44.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Joplin]] | minorl1=[[Springfield (Missouri)|Springfield]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[St. Louis]] | minorr1=[[Conway (Missouri)|Conway]] | image2=US 66 (historic).svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Joplin]] | minorl2=[[Springfield (Missouri)|Springfield]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[St. Louis]] | minorr2=[[Conway (Missouri)|Conway]] | link2=Route 66 }} {{geo|37.339722|-92.907222}} {{IsPartOf|Southwest Missouri}} {{outlinecity}} po6us1o7bd8scoqbazpo4bwny7hl78b 5328369 5328368 2026-08-14T16:04:12Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328369 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg|pgname=Marshfield}} '''[http://www.marshfieldmo.org Marshfield]''' is a city in [[Southwest Missouri]]. ==Understand== '''Marshfield''' is a city in [[Wisconsin]], [[United States]]. It is located mainly in [[Wood County (Wisconsin)|Wood County]], with a small part extending into [[Marathon County]]. The city is an important regional centre for healthcare, education, agriculture and business in central Wisconsin. Marshfield is a city in and the county seat of Webster County, Missouri, United States. As of the 2020 census, Marshfield had a population of 7,458. As of 2024, the population is estimated to be 7,935. It is part of the Springfield metropolitan area. Marshfield developed as a railway and agricultural community and later became an important centre for healthcare and education. The city is surrounded by farmland and forests typical of central Wisconsin. The area has four distinct seasons. Summers are generally warm and humid, while winters can be cold with significant snowfall. ==History== Marshfield was platted in 1855, taking its name from Marshfield, Massachusetts. A post office called Marshfield has been in operation since 1856. Marshfield is the county seat of Webster County and sits on land donated by William T. Burford and C.F. Dryden. Marshfield is home to the only intersection of the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail and U.S. Route 66. Marshfield is the hometown of Edwin Hubble. A replica of the Hubble Space Telescope can be found in front of the Webster County Court House at 100 S Clay St. ==Climate== Marshfield has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification Cfa), with elements of a humid continental climate. The city experiences four distinct seasons; summers are warm and humid, while winters are cool with occasional cold spells. Rainfall is highest in the late spring. Snowfall is generally light, with an average of 5.2 inches (13 cm). ==Culture== Founded in 2005, the Missouri Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual three-day event that takes place in late April. Visitors to the festival can purchase crafts and food from vendors in the town square. Activities are available for the whole family, and notable speakers are invited to provide both entertainment and education. Descendants of Presidents are invited to attend and typically speak at the Presidential forum. Additionally, entertainers from television, music, and film are available at the Nostalgia Fest Autograph Show typically taking place on the Friday and Saturday of the festival. ==Get in== ===By car=== Marshfield is located along [[U.S. Route 10]] and [[Wisconsin Highway 13]]. These roads provide connections to [[Wausau]], [[Stevens Point]], [[Wisconsin Rapids]] and other central Wisconsin communities. ===By bus=== Regional bus services connect Marshfield with nearby cities and communities. ===By plane=== '''Marshfield Municipal Airport''' is located southeast of the city and serves general aviation. The nearest airports with regular commercial passenger service are in [[Central Wisconsin Airport|Mosinee]] and [[Wausau]], and in [[Green Bay]] or [[Madison]] for a wider range of flights. {{mapframe|zoom=auto}} {{Mapshape}} ==Get around== A car is the most convenient way to explore Marshfield and the surrounding countryside. Local taxi and ride-hailing services may also be available. The central parts of the city can be explored on foot, while bicycles are useful during the warmer months. ==See== *{{see | name= Wildwood Park & Zoo| url= | email=parkrec@ci.marshfield.wi.us | address=608 W. 17th Street, Marshfield | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-384-4642 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A large city park and zoo covering more than 150 acres, with North American wildlife, walking trails and a large-animal drive. }} *{{see | name= World's Largest Round Barn | url= | email= office@centralwisconsinstatefair.com | address= 513 E. 17th Street, Marshfield | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-387-1261 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Historic round barn built in 1916 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is about 150 ft in diameter and 70 ft high. }} *{{see | name= Governor William H. Upham House | url= Upham Mansion| email= nwchs@uphammansion.com | address=212 W. Third Street, Marshfield| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-387-3322 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Historic home of William H. Upham, former governor of Wisconsin. The house dates from 1880 and contains period furnishings and local historical exhibits. }} *{{see | name= Marshfield Heritage Museum | url= Marshfield History Museum| email= victorian201@gmail.com | address=211 E. 2nd Street, Lower Level, Marshfield| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= 715-384-5867 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= Wed & Sat 13:00-16:00| price= | content= Local history museum documenting the development and heritage of Marshfield and the surrounding area. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Sheila's Place Fresh from our Kitchen to yours | url= | email= | address=1301 W Jefferson St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 417-943-4123 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2024-03-03| content= }} * {{eat | name=Mom's Kitchen | url=https://m.facebook.com/MOMS-Kitchen-620089664995103 | email= | address=210 W Jackson St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+1 417 859-7251 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 5AM-2PM | price= | content=Biscuits are a common feature. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/marshfield/mfiex/hoteldetail | email= | address=1301 Banning St | lat= | long= | directions= | phone =+1 417 859-6000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=I-44.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Joplin]] | minorl1=[[Springfield (Missouri)|Springfield]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[St. Louis]] | minorr1=[[Conway (Missouri)|Conway]] | image2=US 66 (historic).svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Joplin]] | minorl2=[[Springfield (Missouri)|Springfield]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[St. Louis]] | minorr2=[[Conway (Missouri)|Conway]] | link2=Route 66 }} {{geo|37.339722|-92.907222}} {{IsPartOf|Southwest Missouri}} {{outlinecity}} sd62jxrgih64l0b1cuea5fplam27ard 0 22133 5328461 5320474 2026-08-14T18:01:33Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* By plane */ - add ASG, change name of Senor Air to Cabo Flight Center 5328461 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Teotihuacan Wikivoyage banner.jpg|pgname=Mexico|caption=Teotihuacan}} {{other uses}} '''Mexico''' ([[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]]: ''México'') is known for its [[Mexican cuisine|cuisine]], art, archaeology, history, pyramids, music, museums, haciendas, 9,600 km (6,000 mi) of shoreline, superb architecture, weather from snow-capped mountains in the Sierras to rainy jungles in the southeast and desert in the northwest, many golf courses and excellent fishing. Along with [[Chile]], [[Colombia]], and [[Peru]], this once-poor nation is one of the ''Pacific Pumas'', seeing significant economic growth and improved infrastructure during the 21st century. ==Regions== {{Regionlist | regionmap=Mexico regions map.png | regionmaptext=Mexico's regions | regionmapsize=450px | region1name=[[Baja California]] | region1color=#65b99f | region1items=[[Baja California (state)|Baja California]], [[Baja California Sur]] | region1description=The vast western peninsula, stretching 1,200 km from Tijuana on the US border to Cabo in the south. A land of deserts and undiscovered beaches. One of the biggest whale migrations takes place here every year from December to April. Also includes the far-off-shore [[Guadalupe Island]]. | region2name=[[Northern Mexico]] | region2color=#b9ad60 | region2items=[[Chihuahua (state)|Chihuahua]], [[Coahuila]], [[Durango (state)|Durango]], [[Nuevo León]], [[Sinaloa]], [[Sonora]], [[Tamaulipas]] | region2description=The expansive deserts and mountains of the border states; mostly ignored by tourists. Culturally and physically a world away from the tropical south. Includes the bustling industrial city of Monterrey, Mexico's 3rd-largest and most affluent city, and Copper Canyon, the country's only railroad passing through gorges and indigenous villages. | region3name=[[Bajío|The Bajío]] | region3color=#a463ad | region3items=[[Aguascalientes (state)|Aguascalientes]], [[Guanajuato (state)|Guanajuato]], [[Zacatecas (state)|Zacatecas]], [[San Luis Potosi (state)|San Luis Potosí]], [[Querétaro (state)|Querétaro]] | region3description=The former colonial heartland, this is one of Mexico's most historic regions filled with well-preserved colonial towns that grew rich from silver mining. Includes [[San Miguel de Allende]] and [[Guanajuato]] amongst other lesser known towns. | region4name=[[Central Mexico]] | region4color=#a95858 | region4items=[[Hidalgo]], [[Mexico City]], [[Mexico State]], [[Morelos]], [[Puebla (state)|Puebla]], [[Tlaxcala (state)|Tlaxcala]], [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] | region4description=Mexico City, always the political, cultural and economic center of the country with a sophisticated urban core and a huge urban sprawl surrounding it. Also includes the awesome ruins of Teotihuacan, the historic city of Puebla and Veracruz, one of the country's most overlooked regions. | region5name=[[Pacific Coast (Mexico)|Pacific Coast]] | region5color=#73abab | region5items=[[Colima (state)|Colima]], [[Guerrero]], [[Jalisco]], [[Michoacan]], [[Nayarit]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] | region5description=Tropical beaches on Mexico's southern coast; Jalisco the birthplace of mariachi and Tequila; Guadalajara, the nation's second largest city; and the Oaxacan highlands, famous for their distinct cuisine. | region6name=[[Yucatán and the South]] | region6color=#67a864 | region6items=[[Campeche (state)|Campeche]], [[Chiapas]], [[Quintana Roo]], [[Tabasco]], [[Yucatán]] | region6description=Jungle and impressive Mayan archaeological sites, along with the Caribbean and Gulf coast with well-known resorts like Tulum and Cancun. The colonial city of Merida and the jungle ruins of Palenque. Geographically isolated from the rest of the country, part of Central America (the dividing line being the Isthmus of Tehuantepec), it is culturally closer to Guatemala and Belize than the rest of Mexico, where Mayan culture is very much alive. }} ==Cities== {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#65b99f|title=[[Baja California]]|wikidata=Q58731,Q46508}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#b9ad60|title=[[Northern Mexico]]|wikidata=Q655,Q53079,Q79918,Q15282,Q80252,Q46422,Q80007}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#a463ad|title=[[Bajío|The Bajío]]|wikidata=Q79952,Q46475,Q80269,Q78980,Q79754}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#a95858|title=[[Central Mexico]]|wikidata=Q80903,Q1489,Q82112,Q66117,Q79923,Q82681,Q60130}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#73abab|title=[[Pacific Coast (Mexico)|Pacific Coast]]|wikidata=Q61309,Q60158,Q13160,Q79861,Q79920,Q34110}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#67a864|title=[[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]|wikidata=Q80908,Q60123,Q80245,Q80914,Q60176}} {{Mapframe|22.53|-102.55|zoom=4}} [[File:Plaza de la Constitucion Ciudad de Mexico City.jpg|thumbnail|Plaza de la Constitución, also known as Zocalo, Mexico City]] <includeonly>THIS LIST SHOULD ONLY INCLUDE 9 CITIES - DO NOT ADD OR REPLACE CITIES WITHOUT FIRST USING DISCUSSION</includeonly> * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexico City]]|wikidata=Q1489}} – Capital of the republic, one of the three largest cities in the world, and a sophisticated urban hub with a 700-year history. In Mexico City, you will find everything from parks, Aztec ruins, colonial architecture, museums, to nightlife and shopping. <!-- As of November 2021 there are travel warnings for Acapulco and the whole state. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Acapulco]]|wikidata=Q81398}} - A sophisticated urban beach setting known for its top-notch nightlife, elegant dining, and nightmarish traffic. Many of the older (pre-1990s) concrete structures have suffered tropical decay.--> * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cancún]]|wikidata=Q8969}} – One of the world's most popular and famous beaches, known for its clear Caribbean waters, its lively party atmosphere, and its wealth of recreational facilities. During the U.S. college Spring Break (mid-Feb to the end of March) it is noted for drinking, sunburns, and debauchery. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Guadalajara]]|wikidata=Q9022}} – A traditional city, capital of [[Jalisco]] state, and the home of mariachi music and tequila. Guadalajara is blessed with perpetual spring weather and its colonial downtown is graceful and sophisticated. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mazatlán]]|wikidata=Q40194}} – Lively Pacific coast town, Mazatlán is a shipping port, a transportation hub with ferries to Baja California, and a beach resort destination with miles of sandy shore. It is a popular U.S. college Spring Break destination due to its variety of affordable lodging options. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Monterrey]]|wikidata=Q81033}} – A large modern city that is the commercial and industrial hub of Northern Mexico. Monterrey enjoys a dry, mountainous setting and is known for its high-quality educational and transportation infrastructure. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Puebla]]|wikidata=Q125293}} – Located 110 km (68 mi) southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is one of the largest and oldest cities in Mexico. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated here more than anywhere else in the country. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Luis Potosí]]|wikidata=Q204271}} – A colonial city in central Mexico that was once an important silver producer, but today, relies on manufacturing for its economic base. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Taxco]]|wikidata=Q990095}} – In central Mexico west of [[Cuernavaca]], this steep mountain town was once a major silver producer, and now has a strong place in the trade of decorative silver, from cheap fittings to the most elegant jewelry and elaborate castings. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tijuana]]|wikidata=Q124739}} – Mexico's busiest border crossing for pedestrians and private vehicles, and a long-time bargain Mecca for southern Californians due to its proximity to [[San Diego]]. ==Other destinations== [[File:Barranca del Cobre-El Divisadero17-10-2005CIMG3344.jpg|thumbnail|The moon is rising over Copper Canyon]] <!--This section is to include only destinations that are NOT cities/towns.--> * {{marker|name=[[Copper Canyon]]|wikidata=Q674485}} (Barrancas del Cobre) – An exotic destination for travelers looking for a unique remote adventure! An awesome mountain rail ride -- one of the greatest in the world -- takes you upwards over 2,440 m (8000 feet) on the CHEPE, the Chihuahua al Pacifico Railway. Hiking, horseback riding, birding, and Tarahumara Indians. Copper Canyon, the [[Sierra Madre]] and the Chihuahuan desert of Mexico. This area is designed for adventurous individuals who will tolerate some rough travel to get to their points of interest (although the famous train ride isn't demanding at all). Copper Canyon, a magnificent remote wilderness is not likely ever to become a mass market destination. * {{marker|name=Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California)|wikidata=Q132811}} – See whale birthings, swim with dolphins, and sea kayak in the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez, along the eastern coast of Baja California, near La Paz. National Geographic says the sunsets at [[San Carlos (Mexico)|San Carlos]] are some of the most spectacular in the world. * {{marker|name=[[Monarch Butterfly Reserves]]|wikidata=Q852546}} – Protected natural areas in the highlands of the state of Michoacán. Millions of butterflies come to the area between November and March of each year, although numbers have declined sharply. This is a {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Chiapas|Sumidero Canyon]]|wikidata=Q60123}} – From docks on the Rio Grijalva (the only major river within Mexico) near [[Tuxtla Gutiérrez]] in Chiapas state, tour launches take you into this steep-walled [[Mexico national parks|National Park]]. You'll likely see vast flocks of flamingos, pelicans, and other waterfowl, as well as crocodiles. * {{marker|name=[[Mexico national parks]]}} - Mexico has 67 national parks; these include protected natural areas and national monuments and historical sites ===Archaeological sites=== [[File:Palace at Palenque.jpg|thumbnail|Palenque]] * {{marker|name=[[Chichen Itza]]|wikidata=Q5859}} – Majestic Mayan city, declared a {{unesco}} in 1988 and was voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. * {{marker|name=[[Ek Balam]]|wikidata=Q988570}} – A reconstructed Mayan site, famous for its unique decorated stucco and stone-carved temples that you can climb. * {{marker|name=[[El Tajín]]|wikidata=Q753895}} – In the state of Veracruz near the town of Papantla. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Monte Albán]]|wikidata=Q464899}} – In the state of Oaxaca, a Zapotec site dating from about 500 BC. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Palenque]]|wikidata=Q181427}} – Mayan city in the state of Chiapas, Palenque famous for its elaborate paintings. Also well known for having the largest tract of rainforest in Mexico located in the same area. * {{marker|name=[[Teotihuacan]]|wikidata=Q172613}} – An enormous pre-Columbian site with several large pyramids near Mexico City. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Tulum]]|wikidata=Q277408}} – Mayan coastal city with spectacular Caribbean vistas. Dates from late Mayan period. * {{marker|name=[[Uxmal]]|wikidata=Q213232}} – Impressive Mayan city-state in the Puuc Region, declared a {{unesco}} in 1996. ===Small towns=== The Mexican government has designated more than 100 scenic small towns as '''[[Pueblos Mágicos]]'''. States can apply to have towns added to the carefully curated list, but they must provide sites of genuine tourist value (historical or cultural) and guarantee adequate levels of tourism infrastructure. All Pueblos Magicos are within a few hours drive of a major city that has good airline connections. Some of the Pueblos Magicos (such as [[Tequila]]) are well-known and quite popular. Most are off the beaten path and offer rich opportunities for quiet exploration. ==Understand== {{quickbar|location=LocationMexico.png}} Mexico, the '''United Mexican States''' (Spanish: ''Estados Unidos Mexicanos''), is one of the most visited countries in the world. Much of the tourist industry is centered around the beach resorts as well as the ''altiplano'' in the central part of the country. Visiting the northern interior allows visitors to get off the beaten path a bit. U.S. American tourists tend to predominate on the [[Baja California]] peninsula and the more modernized beach resorts ([[Cancún]], [[Puerto Vallarta]]), while European tourists congregate around the smaller resort areas in the south like [[Playa del Carmen]] and colonial towns [[San Cristobal de las Casas]]. Canadians often favor smaller beach resorts like [[Huatulco]] or [[Ixtapa]]. ===Climate=== Mexico uses the [[Metric and Imperial equivalents|metric system]] for all measurements. All weather forecasts are in Celsius (°C). ==== Central and southern Mexico==== April is already the hottest month, especially at the coast and on the Yucatán peninsula. Towns which aren't that hot in April and during the summer are [[Mexico City]], [[Toluca]]/[[Metepec]], [[San Cristobal de las Casas]], [[Pachuca]] and [[Zacatecas]]. Hurricanes can be common in the coastal cities specially those near the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. ====Northern Mexico ==== It gets rather cold during the winter except on the coast. There is sometimes snow in certain places like the [[Sierra Madre]] mountains of Chihuahua, Durango, Coahuila, Nuevo León and northern Tamaulipas. Northern Mexico gets very hot during the summer with sudden violent storms in the afternoon, with heavy rain and hail. The temperatures during the day can exceed 39°C (100°F). Less hot during the summer is Tijuana. ===Landscape=== [[File:Citlalepetl2.JPG|thumbnail|Pico de Orizaba or Citlaltépetl is Mexico's highest mountain]] High, rugged mountains; low coastal plains; high plateaus; temperate plains with grasslands and Mezquite trees in the northeast, desert and even more rugged mountains in the northwest, tropical rainforests in the south and southeast [[Chiapas]], [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]] semiarid in places like [[Aguascalientes]], [[San Luis Potosí]] and temperate coniferous and deciduous forests in the central part of the country [[Mexico City]], [[Toluca]]. === Holidays === Actual non-working days may shift to the Monday before the holiday, so check an up-to-date calendar. Government offices are closed nationwide on official holidays and on election days. {| class="wikitable" !Date !Name !Things to know !Official? |- |January 1 |New Year's Day (''Año Nuevo'') | |official |- |January 6 |Epiphany (''Día de los Reyes Magos'') |Celebrating arrival of the Three Wise Men to see and bring gifts to the baby Jesus |not official |- |February 2 |Candlemas (''Día de la Candelaria'') |Catholic holiday related to Christmas |not official |- |First Monday of February |Constitution Day |For the events of 1917 |official |- |February 24 |Flag Day (''Día de la Bandera'') | |not official |- |Monday on or before March 21 |Birth of Benito Juárez |Mexico's first president of indigenous origin. |official |- |March or April |Easter (''Pascua'') |Easter is widely observed nationwide, according to the yearly Catholic calendar (the first Sunday after the first full moon in Spring). | |- |April 30 |Children's Day (''Día del Niño'') | | |- |May 1 |Labor Day (''Día del Trabajo'' ) | |official |- |May 5 |Cinco de Mayo |For the Battle of Puebla against the French army in 1862. Visitors from the U.S. may be surprised to learn that it is not a major holiday in Mexico, and is not much celebrated by locals, except in the [[Puebla (state)|state of Puebla]]. |not official |- |May 10 |Mother's Day |A particularly important family-centric holiday. Some cities hold parades. Offices may be closed, restaurants will be packed full, and mariachi bands will race from one family to the next. If you are visiting someone's home, bring flowers for the mothers and grandmothers. | |- |May 15 |Teacher's Day (''Día del Maestro'') |A day to appreciate schoolteachers. Some schools close and others have special activities. |not official |- |September 1 |Presidential Address Day | | |- |September 15 |Cry of Dolores (''Grito de Dolores'') |A patriotic holiday to celebrate the first event of the Mexican War of Independence in 1810, especially in the city of [[Dolores Hidalgo]] |not official |- |September 16 |Independence Day |Celebrates the start of the 11-year-long fight for the independence from Spain that began in 1810 |official |- |October 12 |Day of the Race (''Día de la Raza'') |Related to Columbus' arrival in the Americas in 1492 |not official |- |November 2 |[[Day of the Dead]](''Día de Muertos'') |The Mexican answer to Halloween celebrates family and friends who have died. Expect sugar candy shaped like skulls and ''pan de muerto'' (a somewhat sweet type of white bread). |not official |- |Third Monday of November |Mexican Revolution Day |For the events of 1910. |official |- |December 12 |Virgin Mary of Guadalupe Day |A Catholic religious holiday, and one of the most important Mexican holidays |not official |- |December 24 |Christmas Eve (''Nochebuena'') |Normally a full non-working day. Usually a family-centered evening. May be preceded by nine days of parties in the evenings, called ''Las Posadas'' ("the inns")''.'' |not official |- |December 25 |Christmas (''Navidad'') | |official |- |December 31 |New Year's Eve |Normally a full non-working day. Expect firecrackers and lots of noise at midnight. |not official |} ===Time=== [[File:Mexico time zones map en.svg|300px|thumbnail|Mexican time zones]] The 24-hour clock system has traditionally been used for time keeping. Today, both the 24-hour clock and the 12-hour clock are commonly used (roughtly equally), though the younger generation seems more inclined to express times using the 12-hour clock. Mexico uses these four time zones: * '''Northwest Zone''' (UTC−8, corresponds to U.S. Pacific Time): [[Baja California (state)]] * '''Pacific Zone''' (UTC−7, corresponds to U.S. Mountain Time): [[Baja California Sur]], [[Chihuahua (state)]], [[Nayarit]], [[Sinaloa]], [[Sonora]] * '''Central Zone''' (UTC−6, corresponds to U.S. Central Time): The rest of the country, except [[Quintana Roo]] * '''Southeastern Zone''' (UTC−5, corresponds to U.S. Eastern Time): [[Quintana Roo]] Most of Mexico is on standard time year round. Daylight savings time is observed only in a few places. Communities on the U.S. border, except in Sonora, observe DST on the U.S. schedule. The state of Baja California also observes DST on the U.S. schedule (but Baja California Sur does not). ===History=== ====Pre-Columbian==== {{see also|Indigenous cultures of North America|Indigenous cultures of Mesoamerica}} The earliest known humans in Mexico settled about 10,000 years ago. They established some of humanity's first agricultural settlements and were known for the "three sisters" approach to farming, that involved planting corn (maize), beans, and squash. Together, those three food staples served as symbiotic plants, supporting each others growth cycles, and providing for the nutritional needs of the people. The oldest known sites where the three sisters were cultivated were in the valleys of [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] and [[Guerrero]], particularly the Balsas Valley with relics dating from as old as 9000 BC. The first complex civilizations in Mexico was the '''Olmec''' culture that flourished on the Gulf Coast (particularly in what today are the states of [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] and [[Tabasco]]in 1500 BC. Olmec culture produced the earliest pyramids in Mexico and is known for colossal basalt [[Sculpture|sculptures]] known as ''Olmec heads''. Olmec culture diffused through Mexico into formative era cultures in Chiapas, Oaxaca and the Valley of Mexico. Other very old civilizations included the Zapotec in Oaxaca, dating from about 1000 BC, and the builders of Cuicuilco in Mexico City, dating from about 900 BC. In Central Mexico the height of the classical period saw the ascendancy of Teotihuacan, which formed a military and commercial empire. It had the largest structures of pyramids built in the pre-Columbian Americas. During the early post-classic Mexico was dominated by '''Toltec culture''', and the lowland '''Maya''' had important areas at Calakmul and Chichen Itza. At the end of the post-Classical period, the '''Aztecs''' built a tributary empire covering most of Central Mexico. The Mesoamerican cultural traditions ended in the 16th century and over the next centuries, Mexican indigenous cultures were under Spanish colonial rule. However, contrary to popular misconceptions neither the Maya nor the Aztec culture ever entirely "disappeared" and to this day many Mexicans trace at least part of their heritage to indigenous roots and language such as Nahuatl and numerous Maya tongues are still spoken by hundreds of thousands or even millions of Mexicans. Indigenous elements are visible even today in loanwords in Mexican Spanish, traditional dress, Mexican cuisine, architecture and even religious observances (nominally "catholic" to varying degrees). The eagle and the snake on a cactus depicted on the Mexican flag, for example, refers to an Aztec legend about the founding of Tenochtitlan, the city that now is Mexico City. ====Colonial and early independence==== {{main|Colonial Mexico}} Mexico remained under Spanish colonial rule until 1821 when it declared independence under the terms of "Plan of Iguala". After the short lived Mexican empire of 1821-1823 (former Spanish general and independence hero Augustin de Iturbide briefly declared himself emperor but was overthrown after two years) Mexico became a republic with a fragile balance of powers between liberals (allied mostly with urban merchants) and conservatives (allied with the church and big landholders) and Antonio López de Santa Anna became president several times while also being overthrown by his opponents several times thus having eight non-consecutive terms as president as well as five "permanent" exiles. ====Independent Mexico==== {{main|Mexican War of Independence}} The early Mexican state was anything but stable. Texas (under the leadership of US-American immigrants who wanted to make Texas a slave-holding state of the US) and Yucatán seceded at several points. Maya rebels fought against both the Yucatán independence movement and the federal government in the so-called "Caste war". After Texas gained ''de facto'' independence a disagreement as to its southern border (the Nueces river as claimed by Mexico or the Rio Grande as claimed by Texas) led to the involvement of the US in a brief war that ended in a devastating defeat for Mexico (the line about the "halls of Montezuma" in the marines' song refers to the presidential palace in Mexico city that was conquered by the US) and the loss of Alta California (now the US state of California), Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico as well as the definite loss of Texas north of the Rio Grande. The ceded territories were rapidly colonized by immigrants from Europe and the eastern United States; see [[Old West]]. ====French intervention and Second Mexican empire==== {{main|Post-Independence Mexico}} In 1861, when president Benito Juarez suspended the payment of Mexico's debt, France decided to invade the country in order to regain some or all of its money. This was only possible because the United States, which had declared in its Monroe Doctrine that it wouldn't tolerate any European intervention in the sovereign states of the Americas, started its [[American Civil War|Civil War]] that same year. After overthrowing the government (though Mexican resistance against the occupiers never ceased) the French installed a Habsburg prince as emperor Maximilian I to act as their puppet. While the Mexican monarchy had some support among conservatives its days were numbered when the French troops were withdrawn after the end of the American Civil war, and in 1867, Maximilian was executed by firing squad. Cinco de Mayo, which in the US is often mistaken to be "Mexican independence day", is celebrated in remembrance of the battle of [[Puebla]] that occurred during the French occupation and was decisively won by Mexican republican forces. ====Benito Juárez==== [[File:Estatua de Benito Juárez.jpg|thumb|Statue of Benito Juárez in [[Hidalgo]]]] Benito Juárez was the first president of indigenous descent in all of Latin America and is one very few figures that is still almost exclusively seen as a positive figure in Mexican history. He was president from 1858 to 1864 and again from 1867 to his death in 1872. His saying "el respeto al derecho ajeno es la paz" (respect for the rights of others is peace) is still frequently quoted. ====Porfirio Díaz==== Porfirio Díaz, a general during the French intervention rose to power shortly after the death of Juárez and ruled Mexico from 1876 to 1911. While initially willing and able to reform and modernize the country, the sheer length of his reign and his corruption led to a lot of unhappiness about his government and in 1911 the Mexican revolution broke out to unseat him from power, but it soon devolved into factional fighting between various claimants for power and attempts at radical social and economic reform. ====The Mexican Revolution==== {{main|Mexican Revolution}} The Mexican Revolution was a complex civil war and period of political intrigue and treachery. The Revolution started in 1910 with resistance against a blatantly fraudulent election manipulated by Porfirio Díaz. The Revolution ignited into a full-scale war when the elected president, Francisco Madero, was assassinated by Díaz loyalists. Several factions had different complaints about Díaz and his long, corrupt dictatorship. Groups loyal to Venustiano Carranza wanted constitutional reforms. Groups loyal to Emiliano Zapata wanted land reforms and rights for the indigenous. Other groups demanded an end to resource giveaways to foreign industrial interests, while others demanded an end to excessive power of the Catholic church. The groups eventually coalesced behind the Constitutionalists and stable government was restored by 1920. ====Under the PRI==== {{main|Modern Mexico}} Once the dust of the revolution had settled, the Revolutionary Institutional Party (PRI [pronounced /pree/] for its Spanish name) became the dominant political force and all presidents before the early 1990s were members of the PRI. They did not establish a one party state and other parties were still legal and participated in elections. However, the success of the PRI candidate (especially at the federal level) was almost always a given. As such, political power struggles mostly took place within the PRI, with more conservative or left wing factions gaining the upper hand from time to time. In 1988, during a presidential election that was actually close for the first time in decades, a computer that counted the votes supposedly crashed. The words with which this was announced "se cayó el sistema" are noted for their ambiguity as they can mean either "the computer broke down" or "the (political) system fell". Nonetheless, according to the official result (which was and still is doubted by many), the PRI candidate won a six-year term in office just narrowly surpassing the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff election. In 2000 the PRI finally lost its first presidential election when Vicente Fox of the conservative National Action Party (PAN) won a narrow victory in a three-way race. In 2006 the PAN won again with Felipe Calderon being elected president but in 2012 the PRI returned to power with Enrique Peña Nieto, who promised to end the drug war being elected to the presidency. Whether this proves temporary or the PRI has indeed regained its once dominant status, remains yet to be seen. ====Mexico today==== {{main|Modern Mexico}} Despite problems such as corruption and the drug war in the North (with some areas under ''de facto'' control of different cartels), Mexico has grown steadily, and there have been democratic multiparty elections with peaceful transition of power. A fairly stable three party system has emerged: the PAN (conservative) and PRI (centrist, catch all, sometimes leftist) have each won the presidency several times and the PRD (left of the PRI) has been a serious contender in almost all elections. The drug war is ongoing and some parts of the country are not entirely safe, but the situation has bettered a lot after the 2000s. Generally the North with cities such as Ciudad Juarez notorious for their violence is more dangerous than the south and Yucatán is among the safest regions in Latin America. For more on the effects of the drug war see the stay safe section of this article and the individual region articles. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) assumed power on December 1, 2018, after waging a populist, anti-corruption campaign and winning the 2018 election with more than a 30% margin over his next closest opponent. He is the leader of the center-left National Regeneration Movement (MORENA). Having had a reputation as a leftist firebrand in the past, AMLO has moderated his politics in order to appeal to a wider share of the electorate, though he remains a solidly left-leaning, populist politician. Under his leadership, Mexico has served as a moderator in wider Latin American politics, for example, in the Venezuelan and Bolivian crises, while also navigating relations with the United States government over trade and migrant issues. In 2024, Mexico elected Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female and first Jewish president to succeed AMLO. ===Visitor information === *[https://visitmexico.com/eng/home-2 Visit Mexico] website ==Get in== ===Visa and other entrance requirements=== ====Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM)==== [[File:Visa policy of Mexico.svg|thumb|{{legend|#ED1C24|Mexico}}{{legend|#22B14C|Visa not required}}{{legend|#7BDF85|Electronic authorization}}{{legend|#9FD5BE|eVisa}}{{legend|#C0C0C0|Visa required}}]] [[File:Mexico entry.png|thumb|Mexican entry stamp]] Foreign nationals of many countries who intend to stay in Mexico fewer than 180 days for the purpose of tourism or 30 days for business can fill out a Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM, tourist card) at the border or upon landing at an airport after presenting a valid passport, for US$22. If arriving via air, it is included in the price of the fare. This service is available to citizens of [[Andorra]], [[Argentina]], [[Aruba]], [[Australia]], [[Austria]], [[Bahamas]], [[Barbados]], [[Belgium]], [[Belize]], [[Bulgaria]], [[Canada]], [[Chile]], [[Colombia]], [[Costa Rica]], [[Cyprus]], [[Czech Republic]], [[Denmark]], [[Estonia]], [[Finland]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[Great Britain]], [[Greece]], [[Hong Kong]], [[Hungary]], [[Ireland]], [[Iceland]], [[Israel]], [[Italy]], [[Jamaica]], [[Japan]], [[Latvia]], [[Liechtenstein]], [[Lithuania]], [[Luxembourg]], [[Macau]], [[Malaysia]], [[Malta]], [[Marshall Islands]], [[Micronesia]], [[Monaco]], [[Netherlands]], [[New Zealand]], [[Norway]], [[Palau]], [[Panama]], [[Paraguay]], [[Peru]], [[Poland]], [[Portugal]], [[Puerto Rico]], [[Romania]], [[San Marino]], [[Singapore]], [[Slovakia]], [[Slovenia]], [[Spain]], [[South Korea]], [[Sweden]], [[Switzerland]], [[Trinidad and Tobago]], [[United States]] and [[Uruguay]] (see official list [https://www.inm.gob.mx/index.php/page/Paises_No_Visa/en.html here]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}). Permanent residents of the United States, Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, and Schengen area countries are also eligible for visas on arrival regardless of citizenship. [[Brazil|Brazilian]] citizens are eligible to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to travel to Mexico by air for tourism, business, or transit purposes. The electronic visa costs 10 USD and is valid for 180 days, allowing for a single entry. Since October 22, 2023, a Mexican visa has been required for transit. All foreign nationals who require a visa to enter Mexico also need one even if they are merely transiting through a Mexican airport. The '''paper FMM card''' has a perforation that divides the card into two parts, of which the right side asks for some of the same information requested on the left side. At entry, after reviewing your passport and filled-out FMM, the immigration officer will stamp your passport and the FMM, separate the FMM along the perforation and give the right side of the FMM back to you with your passport. The paper tourist card is being phased out. At many ports of entry (including [[Benito Juárez International Airport|Mexico City's international airport]]), you will not have to complete a paper form. Rather, the immigration officer will stamp your passport. A '''digital version''' of the tourist card (FMMd, ''Forma Migratoria Múltiple Digital'') will be generated for you, which can be downloaded [https://www.inm.gob.mx/spublic/portal/inmex.html online]. If you have a paper FMM, keep it with your passport at all times. It is your responsibility to make sure the right side of the FMM is returned to the Mexican government at time of departure so that the bar code can be scanned, thus showing that you left the country on time. For example, if you are flying with Aeromexico, they will ask for your passport and FMM at check-in for your flight home, then staple your FMM to your boarding pass. You are expected to then hand the boarding pass together with your FMM to the gate agent as you board your flight. If you lose your FMM during your visit to Mexico, you may be subject to substantial delays and fines before you can leave the country. If you fly into Mexico on a commercial flight, your ticket already includes the cost (M$860) of the FMM and you absolutely do ''not'' need to pay it again upon exiting. You will need to prove to the border officials that you have already paid, by showing the following: #Your FMM card you received upon arrival, and #An itemized receipt from your flight purchase showing the Tourism Tax However, if you are traveling by land and your trip is 7 days or less, the FMM is free. There is also a fee of M$223 applied to flights leaving the country. Some foreign nationals are no longer granted the full 180 days by default as is it was in the past. You can arbitrarily be granted any number of days from 3 to the full 180 days depending on the whim of the immigration officer. Always check your passport stamp and FMM card upon arrival to determine how many days are granted before walking away from the immigration counter. Ask the immigration officer if you cannot read the handwriting to be sure how many days you are granted to stay in the country. ''Never'' assume that you are granted the full 180 days or they will automatically tell you if you are given less than 180 days. Travelers have reported to have been detained for over-staying the less than 180 day time allotted to them when they entered. ====Autorización Electrónica (SAE)==== The Electronic Authorization System (SAE, Autorización Electrónica) for travelling to Mexico is available online for nationals from [[Russia]], [[Turkey]], and [[Ukraine]]. Russians, Ukrainians, and Turkish citizens with permanent residency or a valid visa to Canada, the US, Japan, the UK, or any Schengen country don't need an SAE. Other nationalities must contact a Mexican consulate in order to find out the requirements for citizens of their country, and may have to apply for and obtain a visa in advance of travel. If you are in need of other information, Mexico has diplomatic offices in the following cities around the world. ====At the border==== If you cross the border via road, do not expect the authorities to automatically signal you to fill out your paperwork. You will have to locate the border office yourself. The immigration officer at your point of entry into Mexico can request that you demonstrate that you have sufficient economic solvency. The immigration officer can demand a round trip ticket. If you only booked a one-way ticket to Mexico, the airline may want to see a ticket that carries you out of Mexico. It could be that the airline wants to see that onward ticket as "early" as at the gate, where you may not have enough time to buy one. So have at least an onward ticket from specialized websites for around US$10 (Nov 2021) ready when heading to the airport for your flight for Mexico. If you do not intend to travel past the "border zone" and your stay does not exceed three days, U.S. and Canadian nationals require only a proof of citizenship. Reentry into the United States generally requires a passport, but a U.S. or Canadian Enhanced Drivers License (or Enhanced Photo ID) or U.S. passport card is acceptable for reentry by land or sea. ===By plane=== [[File:Fila Aeroméxico.JPG|thumbnail|Aeromexico planes at Benito Juarez International Airport]] ====From the United States and Canada==== There are hundreds of daily flights linking Mexico to cities large and small throughout North America. This includes legacy carriers such as Air Canada, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta, and discount airlines such as JetBlue, WestJet, and Southwest Airlines. Also to be considered are the Mexican discount carriers '''Volaris''', which operate from several major US cities through their hubs in [[Mexico City]] and [[Guadalajara]], and '''Viva Aerobus''', which also operates from several major US cities through hubs in [[Mexico City]] and [[Monterrey]]. '''United Airlines'''/'''United Express''' fly to many smaller market Mexican cities and resort areas, including Aguascaliente, Chihuahua, Ciudad de Carmen, Durango, Huatulco, Leon/Guanajuato, Oaxaca, Merida, San Luis Potosi, Torreon, Tampico, Veracruz and Villahermosa. As in the United States and Canada, you will have to clear immigration ''and'' customs at your first Mexican port of entry, even though that airport may not be your final destination. (For example, many trips on Aeromexico will involve connecting through its Mexico City hub.) You will then have to re-check your bags and go through security again to proceed to your next flight segment. ====From Australia or New Zealand==== Fly from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne or Auckland (NZ) direct to Los Angeles on American Airlines, Delta, Qantas, and United. Air New Zealand offers one-stop air service from Australia and non-stop air service from Auckland to Los Angeles. Hawaiian Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui offer one- or two-stop air service to Los Angeles from Australia and New Zealand. Many airlines continue from [[Los Angeles International Airport|Los Angeles]] to Mexico including AeroMexico/Aeromexico Connect, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United, and Volaris, some of which have interline or alliance ticketing and baggage check through. More options are available if connecting through another US city. Also, make sure to have a good look at visas beforehand – even just for transit you will need something for the US, and if you get a visa waiver, they treat Mexico as part of the US, meaning if you stay longer than 90 days in Mexico, you will need to travel further south before returning to the US. ====From Europe==== Most commercial airlines link Mexico directly from Europe. There are direct flights to [[Benito Juarez International Airport|Mexico City]] ({{IATA|MEX}}) and [[Cancun#By plane|Cancun]] ({{IATA|CUN}}) from Paris ({{IATA|CDG}}), [[London#By plane|London]] ({{IATA|LON}}), Madrid ({{IATA|MAD}}), [[Schiphol Airport|Amsterdam]] ({{IATA|AMS}}), and [[Frankfurt airport|Frankfurt]] ({{IATA|FRA}}). Some carriers will serve both Mexico City and Cancun while others will only serve one and not the other (usually only to Cancun such as those from Russia and Italy). Additional flights to Cancun from Europe may only be available as charters and some may operate during the winter months (December–February) only. It is always worth to compare flight offers from air carriers and charter companies who can bring you to Mexico City or Cancun via many European hubs. The flight duration from those cities is always approximately 11 hours. ===By train=== There are no international trains to Mexico. From the United States to Mexico the nearest '''[https://www.amtrak.com Amtrak]''' stations are in [[San Diego#By train|San Diego]], [[Yuma#By train|Yuma]], [[Del Rio#By rail|Del Rio]] and [[El Paso#By train|El Paso]]. The frequent ''[https://www.pacificsurfliner.com Pacific Surfliner]'' connects San Diego from [[San Luis Obispo]] via [[Los Angeles#By train|Los Angeles]]; while the ''[https://www.amtrak.com/sunset-limited-train Sunset Limited]'' and ''[https://www.amtrak.com/routes/texas-eagle-train.html Texas Eagle]'' pass by Yuma, El Paso and Del Rio between [[Los Angeles]] and [[San Antonio]]. In San Antonio the ''Texas Eagle'' continues northwards towards [[Chicago]] while the ''Sunset Limited'' continues east to [[New Orleans#By train|New Orleans]]. Amtrak trains do not cross the border into Mexico so passengers continue to the border by local public transportation or by taxi from the Amtrak station. The [https://www.trenmaya.gob.mx/ '''Tren Maya'''] has a station along the [[Belize]] border in the city of [[Chetumal]] with onward travel to [[Mérida (Mexico)|Merida]], [[Cancún]] or other destinations in the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]. Bus service to Chetumal is available from Belize City and Belmopan. The Tren Maya also has two stops near the [[Guatemala]] border (at El Triunfo and at Boca del Cerro), but neither have scheduled transportation to any Guatemalan destinations. ===By car=== [[File:SanYsidroBorderCrossingByPhilKonstantin.jpg|thumbnail|Crossing into Mexico from the U.S. near Tijuana]] American automobile insurance does not cover you in Mexico; however, it is easy to obtain short-term or long-term tourist policies that include the mandatory liability coverage, theft and accident coverage for your vehicle, and often, legal assistance coverage. Should you decide to drive to Mexico, the [http://www.sct.gob.mx/ Transport and Communications Secretariat website] has free downloadable road maps. The first 20 km inside Mexico is referred to as "the hassle free zone". In this area, foreigners are not required to have tourist permits and can drive their foreign-registered vehicles without requiring a vehicle import permit. However, they must take care of any permits, duties or other legal requirements before proceeding onward into the interior. Government checkpoints (called ''garitas'') are generally 20-30km from the border. Traffic is often waved through, but vehicles can always be stopped for inspection. Checkpoints are common along the U.S./Mexico border from Tamaulipas through Sonora, but not common in Baja California, where vehicle import permits are never required (there is a checkpoint in La Paz, monitoring traffic coming off the [[Baja ferries]]). Foreign-plated vehicles must obtain necessary permits before being allowed into the interior of Mexico. This can be done at the border checkpoints by showing your vehicle title or registration, as well as immigration documents and a valid credit card. It is now possible to apply for your vehicle import permit online. Vehicle permits will only be issued to the registered owner of the vehicle, so the papers will have to be in the name of the applicant. The Baja California peninsula and the northern part of the State of Sonora do not require a permit. Driving a '''rental car''' from the United States into Mexico is possible with some of the large multinational companies, but the process is rather cumbersome. You will need to inform your car rental company in advance and purchase additional Mexican insurance (since U.S. car insurance does not cover Mexico), and you cannot drive beyond the border region into the interior of Mexico. You also cannot drop off a U.S. rental car in Mexico, and must return to the U.S. to drop it off. In the reverse direction, Mexican rental cars are usually not permitted to be driven into the U.S. Due to the contraband crossing the US-Mexico border (drugs and illegal immigration into the US, drug money and weapons into Mexico), expect long delays and thorough searches of vehicles when crossing the border. At some of the busiest crossings, expect a waiting time of 1–3 hours. ===By bus=== ''See main article, [[Bus travel in Mexico]]''. Buses are the most widely used transportation system in Mexico with routes going to all parts of the country. Long-distance buses are very comfortable and affordable. All border crossings have bus stations where buses can take you to interior cities, often to large bus terminals providing connections to virtually any major city or tourist destination. From the southern United States, many companies provide trans-border service with modern, comfortable buses that cross the border. You can take a bus from [[Chicago]] all the way to [[Mexico City]], though some companies will only take you to the border region where you can connect to a domestic Mexican bus company for onward travel to the interior of Mexico. A list of these companies is in [[Bus travel in Mexico]]. Buses are also available from Central America into Mexico. These buses usually go to [[Tapachula]], where you can connect to domestic Mexican bus companies for onward travel to the interior. Buses from [[Belize City]] will take you to [[Chetumal]] where you can connect to a Mexican bus or to the Tren Maya for onward rail journeys. ===By boat=== * Border crossing from [[Guatemala]]. * Cruise ships from the United States. ==Get around== Travelling in Mexico is most practical by bus, car, or air. Passenger transport by train is possible in some areas. most extensively in the Yucatán Peninsula, with its modern ''Tren Maya'' service. The '''Chihuahua del Pacifico''' railroad is one of the most scenic railroads in the world, passing through the Copper Canyon, and departing from Los Mochis on the Pacific coast, or Creel in the east. They cross each other roughly midways at '''Divisadero and Barrancas''' Copper Canyon stations at an altitude of 2100&nbsp;m (7000&nbsp;ft). ===By car=== {{main|Driving in Mexico}} [[File:Highway120PinalAmoles.JPG|thumbnail|Highway 120 passing through the village of Pinal de Amoles]] Due to a government scheme in the early 1990s to create infrastructure, the best roads are toll roads. Toll roads can be relatively costly but are much faster and better maintained. First-class buses generally travel by toll roads (and the toll is included in the ticket price). US vehicle insurance is not valid in Mexico. Mexican auto insurance has been required since 2018; if you have even a minor accident without insurance, you could land in jail. [http://www.mexipass.com/ MexiPass] and AAA offer Mexican auto insurance. When traveling on Mexican roads, especially near the borders with the United States and Guatemala, one will probably encounter several checkpoints operated by the Mexican Army searching for illegal weapons and drugs. If you are coming from the United States, you may not be used to this, and it can be intimidating. However, these are rarely a problem for honest people. Simply do what the soldiers tell you to do, and treat them with respect. The best way to show respect when entering a checkpoint is to turn your music down, lift sunglasses from your face, and be prepared to roll your window down. They should treat you with respect as well, and they usually do. If you are asked to unpack any part of your vehicle, do so without complaint. It is their right to make you completely unload in order for them to inspect your cargo. Tourists are often warned about travelling on roads at night. Although ''bandidos'' are rare in more metropolitan areas, err on the side of caution in more rural areas. The best bet is to drive during only daylight hours. Cattle, dogs, and other animals also can appear on the roadway unexpectedly, so if you do have to drive at night, be very cautious. If possible, follow a bus or truck that seems to be driving safely. Foreign drivers' licenses are recognized and recommended. Speeding tickets are common, and to ensure your presence at the hearing, the officer may choose to keep your license. He is within his rights to do so. Beware though, police officers are known to keep driver's licenses until they are given a bribe. At petrol (gas) stations, make sure the pump is zeroed out before the attendant begins pumping your gas so that you don't end up paying more than you should. Good maps are invaluable and the Mexico maps included in "North American Road Atlas" books are worse than useless. The Guia Roji maps are particularly good. If you arrive in Mexico by airplane but would like to drive around the country, all major car rental companies are present in Mexico. However, you must know that they operate under a franchise scheme, and therefore their policies and the overall way to do business are very different than those in other countries. Most of the times they will publish prices that may look very attractive, but may not include insurance, taxes and other mandatory fees, the best thing to do is call in advance to find out the final price to pay. There are some local companies which do include all bells and whistles in their rates, [https://www.veico.com/ Veico Car Rental]. [https://www.citycarrental.com/ City Car Rental] offers good prices and have rental offices as most major cities in Mexico. Throughout the mainland of North America including the Mexico, traffic moves on the right with most cars being left-hand-drive (as in Belize, Guatemala, and the United States). The only areas of North America that do not drive on the right are on some Caribbean Islands. ===By plane=== Major airlines hubs for all or several of the airlines are in [[Benito Juarez International Airport|Mexico City-Benito Juarez Airport]], Mexico City-Santa Lucia Airport (NLU), [[Guadalajara#By plane|Guadalajara]], [[Cancún International Airport]], and [[Monterrey#By plane|Monterrey]]. There are additional point to point services from several other cities. Budget airlines offer competitive fares that rival bus travel over long distances. The low-cost airlines are VivaAerobus and Volaris. The main airlines providing service to over 60 cities within Mexico are: * {{listing | name=Aeromexico/Aeromexico Connect | alt= | url=https://www.aeromexico.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 5133-4000 (MX) | tollfree=+1-800-237-6639 (US) | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=It is the 'national' and 'legacy' carrier with hubs in Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey. It is also a member of the SkyTeam Alliance. }} * {{listing | name=Mexicana | alt= | url=https://www.mexicana.gob.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-11-04 | content=In 2023, the Mexican government resurrected the formerly bankrupt carrier and will operate it as a state airline. Mexicana will initially focus on domestic routes only, serving all major cities and resort areas in Mexico. The airline operates on a hub and spoke model with all flights originating or ending at Mexico City - Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles (AIFA) ({{IATA|NLU}}) in the northern suburb of Santa Lucia. The airline uses Boeing 737 aircraft with some routes operated by TAR Aerolineas using Embraer aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=VivaAerobus | alt= | url=http://www.vivaaerobus.com/mx | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Low-cost, Ryanair-like airline with hubs in Cancun, Monterrey, Mexico City and Guadalajara and new focus cities in Merida and Puebla, and service from the USA. }} * {{listing | name=Volaris | alt= | url=https://www.volaris.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 1102-8000 | tollfree=+1 855 865-2747 (US) | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Hubs are in Mexico City, Tijuana and Guadalajara with focus cities in Cancun, Monterrey and Leon. They also have an additional hub in San Jose Costa Rica and a focus city in Los Angeles, outside of Mexico. They have services to cities in the U.S., Costa Rica, El Salvador and Nicaragua. }} There are also small regional airlines operating within limited geographic areas. Regional airlines include: * {{listing | name=Aerus | alt= | url=https://flyaerus.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 811 495 5340 (only WhatsApp) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=Regional airline based in [[Monterrey]] serving Northern Mexico and the Gulf Coast, including destinations in Tamaulipas, Veracruz, Tabasco, and Yucatan. The airline also provides international service to Texas border cities, including McAllen, Laredo and Brownsville. Operates Cessna Caravan aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=Calafia Airlines | alt= | url=https://www.calafiaairlines.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 619 489-1439 (US) | tollfree=01 800 5603949 (MX) | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Operates scheduled flights between cities in the Baja California Peninsula and from the Baja California Peninsula to Chihuahua, Jalisco, Sonora and Sinaloa states. It connects the Baja California Peninsula to Leon (Guanajuato), Monterrey (Nuevo Leon), Mexico City and San Luis Potosi, all in the smaller aircraft. It connects Palenque and Tuxtla Gutierrez (Chiapas) to Mexico City and Cancun. It also offers charters and air taxi services. }} * {{listing | name=Aero Servicio Guerrero | alt=ASG | url=https://www.asg.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=| tollfree=01 800 82 33 153 | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Operates scheduled flights between cities in the Baja California Peninsula and to and from cities in the northwestern mainland states of Sonora and Sinaloa. Offers flights to some destinations not served by larger carriers. Flights are on Cessna Caravan or Embraer regional jet aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=Aerotucán | alt= | url=https://aerotaxisdemexico.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 951 502 0840, +52 951 187 6202 (WhatsApp) | tollfree=800 640-4140 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=Flies between Oaxaca City, Ciudad Ixtepec, Huatulco and Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca state in small planes like the Cessna Caravan. }} * {{listing | name=Cabo Flight Center | alt= | url=https://caboflightcenter.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-07-24 | content=Formerly operated as Señor Air, the rebranded regional carrier is still based out of [[Los Cabos]] ({{IATA|SJD}}) and still operates a limited route map with service to mainland destinations in Chihuahua, Sonora, Sinaloa and Jalisco using Embraer aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=TAR | alt= | url=http://www.tarmexico.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 2629-5272 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=Hub in Queretaro with focus cities in Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Puerto Vallarta to several destinations nationwide. Operates Embraer regional jets. }} On the Viva Aerobus fares "Zero" and "Light", you cannot check in earlier than 4 hours and 8 hours before departure respectively. As of Nov 2021, the website and app won't tell you that if you try it earlier. Instead giving you a random error message or telling you to check-in at the airport for additional cost, which is not needed. ===By bus=== ==== Intercity buses==== See main article, [[Bus travel in Mexico]] Long-distance buses are an ideal way to experience Mexico. The executive and first-class buses are very modern, clean, and comfortable with bigger seats and more legroom than the first-class cabin of a modern aircraft. Costs are generally low, with first-class tickets costing only slightly more than a much slower second-class bus. All major cities and tourist destinations have good bus service. ==== City buses ==== Most larger cities have a mix of public bus services and privately run bus services. For example, in [[Mexico City]] there are several bus services that are part of the public Metro transportation including large, modern articulated buses that run in dedicated lanes on major arteries, as well as electric buses and traditional buses through most neighborhoods. In the city of [[Monterrey]], there are Metrobuses that operate as part of the city's public transit network, often connecting to the Metrorrey subway/light rail stations. There are also more than a dozen private bus companies, usually providing services to a well-defined section of the city. Using the city buses can be complicated, involving various transfers and sometimes multiple providers. Information about these may be in individual destination articles here, but is more reliable in the [https://moovitapp.com/ Moovit] app (available for iPhone or Android). ==== Colectivos, combis, peseros ==== Many cities in Mexico have privately operated van or small bus services that run along popular routes. These go by various names including ''peseros'', ''colectivos'', ''urbanos'', or ''combis''. Whatever you call them, they are sometimes vans and sometimes small buses with varying color codes depending on the city you are in and often identifying the operator or route. Usually the route taken is written on cardboard attached to the windshield or with wet and then dried soap or chalk on the windshield listing the local colonias (neighborhoods) and points of interest (Allende, WalMart, Soriana, malls, hospitals, universities, etc.) the routes are not numbered and the schedules are often informal. When a combi gets full, it leaves and won't pick up passengers along the way until somebody gets off. In some cities the pesero stops at marked bus stops while in others bus stops are uncommon and you are expect to signal the bus to pick you up (wave or hold out your hand) and drop you off when you want. If you don't find a stop button in a pesero; just shout the word ''bajo!'' for it to stop. Fares are cheap and vary from M$5-15 (Feb 2022) approximately. ===By carpooling === You can check, if there are rides offered for your route on Blablacar. Especially between bigger cities the chances are good. In order to see the prices in pesos, you need to (re)install the app and choose Mexican pesos. Prices are about 30-50% less than taking an intercity bus. ===By train=== [[File:Tren maya en Mérida Teya 01.jpg|thumb|Tren Maya]] Intercity trains are slowly making a comeback in Mexico, after a 25-year hiatus. The vast majority of cities are not served but as of 2025 a few lines have opened and there are plans for major expansions over the coming years. * [https://www.trenmaya.gob.mx/ ''Tren Maya''] serves the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]] and the [[Riviera Maya]]. The route goes along the Caribbean coast between [[Cancun]] and [[Chetumal]] at the Belize border. It provides access to [[Merida]] and has stations at archaeological sites like [[Chichen Itza]], [[Edzna]], [[Tulum]], and [[Palenque]]. * [https://www.pasajerosinteroceanico.com.mx/ ''Tren Interoceánico''] runs across the Tehuantepec isthmus between [[Salina Cruz]] on the Pacific Ocean and [[Coatzalcocos]] on the Gulf of Mexico coast. Tren Interoceanico also has a line that connects Coatzalcocos to [[Palenque]] where passengers can transfer to the Tren Maya. * ''El Insurgente'' is an intercity train in [[Mexico State]] connecting to the [[Mexico City]] Metro at the Observatorio station. ====Tourist trains==== [[File:Copper Canyon Railway.jpg|thumb|''El Chepe'' through the Copper Canyon]] The most famous tourist train in Mexico is the [https://chepe.mx/en/ ''Ferrocarril Chihuahua al Pacífico''] (Chihuahua-Pacific Railway or ''El Chepe'') between [[Los Mochis]], [[Sinaloa]], and the town of [[Creel]], [[Chihuahua]], through the gorgeous [[Copper Canyon]]. In the state of Jalisco there are a couple of lines which travel from the state capital city of [[Guadalajara]] to the nearby tequila distilleries in the small town of Amatitlan on the [https://www.tequilaexpress.mx/ ''Tequila Express''] and to the Jose Cuervo distilleries in the town of [[Tequila]] on the [http://www.josecuervoexpress.com ''Jose Cuervo Express'']. There is also a tourist train that runs from [[Tijuana]] to [[Tecate]] (and back again) on Saturdays. ===By taxi=== Ride-hailing is available in Mexico and the following are the most anticipated providers. There may be destinations where the service is not available due to differences with local cab groups. * {{go | name=Uber | alt= | url=https://www.uber.com/global/en/cities/mexico-city | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=Works in Mexico City and other cities. }} * {{go | name=Cabify | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} * {{go | name=Didi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} * {{go | name=Bolt | alt= | url=https://bolt.eu | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=Includes three cities. }} Many drivers in Mexico do not like payment by credit card. If you're having trouble hailing a ride, try switching to cash payment. ===By thumb=== One upside of the high petroleum prices is that hitching is beginning to be more common in Mexico again, particularly the rural areas. In areas near big cities, hitching should be more difficult, and is not really advisable for security reasons. However, in village areas, this will be really possible and most likely a nice experience. Since villagers have always had a hard time affording gas, and nowadays many are turning to picking up paying hitchhikers as a way to afford the next trip into town. Baja California, the Sierra Tarahumara and Oaxaca and Chiapas all have good possibilities for the hitchhiker. [[Hitchhiking]] possibilities vary according to region. Mexican culture is often accepting of hitchhiking and it's a common practice among Mexican youngsters going to the beach in Easter vacations, though in some cases a money contribution is expected for gas because of its relatively high prices. You should make it clear that you have no money to offer before accepting the ride, if this is the case. If you're willing to pay, trucks will often provide lifts for about half the price of a bus ticket. Of course you may be able to negotiate a better deal. Hitchhiking is considered fairly safe and easy in the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]. ==Talk== {{see also|Spanish phrasebook}} '''Spanish''' is the ''de facto'' national language. Spanish is used by virtually the whole population and all public communications (signs, documents, media, etc.) are conducted in the language. Mexico has one of the richest diversity of more than 60 '''indigenous languages''' spoken with official recognition. These languages are spoken within the communities that are largely segregated from mainstream mestizo society. About 5% of Mexicans speak an indigenous language. Most of these communities are fluent in Spanish as well. Many Mexicans do not speak English, even though it is understood by many in Mexico City, tour guides, and workers in popular tourist attractions. Because of this, a good knowledge of Spanish is essential for the independent traveller. The most popular foreign languages to learn within Mexico after English are French, Italian, German and Japanese. German, French, and Russian may be known by some in the tourism industry, but among clerks, policemen, and drivers (most particularly the last) there is basically no such thing as knowledge of foreign languages. Bilingual signs in Spanish and English might be available in popular tourist destinations. ==See== [[File:Tochimilco portada.jpg|thumbnail|Popocatépetl's 16th century monasteries are World Heritage Sites]] Many travelers come to see Mexico's natural wonders, including: * '''Copper Canyon''' - ride the train through an enormous canyon system in the northwestern mountains * '''Mesoamerican Barrier Reef''' - scuba dive the coral reefs in the warm waters of the Mexican Caribbean * '''Sea of Cortez''' - see migrating whales, sea lions, dolphins and more * '''Volcano Belt''' - climb Mexico's highest mountain peaks and see active, dormant, and inactive volcanoes There are 35 [[UNESCO World Heritage Site|UNESCO world heritage sites]] in Mexico as of 2018, more than anywhere else in the Americas. Most of them are in the cultural category and relate to either the pre-Columbian civilizations in the area or to early colonial cities established by the Spanish ''conquistadores'' and missionaries. Much of Mexico is mountainous with some mountains rising higher than 5,000 m over the sea level. Mexico is on the border of two bioregions; both [[North American wildlife]] and [[Central and South American wildlife]] can be seen in the country. A number of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves are in Mexico as well as a number of RAMSAR wetlands. The Mexican Tourism Ministry (SECTUR) has a program called ''[[Pueblos Magicos]]'' to identify and develop tourist programs in smaller, lesser known destinations. Towns designated as Pueblos Magicos usually are rich in colonial heritage, maintain cultural traditions, or offer spectacular natural wonders. These towns are the kinds of places a couple would go for a romantic weekend because they often feature interesting historical sites in a quaint setting with local bed and breakfast inns, regional cuisine in the local restaurants, and good accessibility from major cities. == Do == The warm Mexican climate, spectacular nature and long coastline make the country great for [[outdoor life]], especially [[water sport]]. [[File:Tulum - 01.jpg|thumb|Mayan Ruins of Tulum]] * '''Surfing''' – [[Baja California]], [[Vallarta]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] * '''Sea kayaking''' – Baja California * '''Snorkeling''' – Baja California, Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, etc. * '''[[Diving in Mexico|Scuba diving]]''' – Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas etc., and cave diving in the cenotes of the Yucatán Peninsula. * '''Whale watching''' – Baja California, [[Guerrero Negro]], [[Mazunte]], [[Zipolite]] * '''White water rafting''' – Veracruz * '''Visit a volcano''' – Mexico, Toluca etc. * '''Take a ride on the Copper Canyon Railway''' * '''Enjoy the beautiful coast line and beaches of Oaxaca''' – [[Huatulco]], [[Mazunte]], [[Zipolite]], Puerto Angel, [[Puerto Escondido]], etc. * Go for a '''horseback ride''' in the Copper Canyon * '''Visit the archaeological sites''' like Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba, Monte Alban, Calakmul, Palenque, etc. * '''Volunteering''' – Chiapas, Xalapa, Veracruz or many other destinations * '''Visit ecological parks''' – [[Mayan Riviera]], [[Chiapas]], [[Tamaulipas]] * '''Trekking and viewing cave paintings''' [[Baja California]] ===Sports=== '''[[Association football|Football]]''' (soccer) is Mexico's national sport, and its top men's league, the '''[http://www.ligamx.net/ Liga MX]''', is one of the best funded outside Europe. The big four teams in the Liga MX are '''[http://www.clubamerica.com.mx América]''', '''[http://www.chivasdecorazon.com.mx Chivas]''', '''[http://www.cruzazulfc.com Cruz Azul]''' and '''[http://www.pumas.mx/ Pumas]'''. The rivalry between [[Guadalajara]]'s Chivas and [[Mexico City]]'s América, known as ''El Súper Clásico'', ''El Clásico de Clásicos'' or just ''El Clásico'', is the biggest in Mexico, and fixtures between the two sides are guaranteed to draw partisan sell-out crowds. In [[Northern Mexico]], the biggest game of the year is the ''Clasico Regio'', pitting Monterrey's two top teams against each other. The Mexican national team is also a regional powerhouse, and matches against its northern neighbor, the [[United States]], are particularly charged affairs. '''Baseball''' is the second biggest team sport in the country with two leagues, [https://www.milb.com/mexican/ Liga Mexicana de Beisbol] (LMB) and the [https://www.lmp.mx/ Liga Pacifica] (LMP)(sponsored by ARCO). The best players make it to Major League Baseball teams in the U.S., but that is not a universal goal in Mexico, where many players enjoy long careers (particularly in the Mexican League teams) and are relatively well paid. The Liga Mexicana began in 1925. It is organized as two divisions, North and South, with 18 teams playing a 114-game season, from April to September. Teams are located in many popular tourist destinations including [[Cancun]] (Tigres), [[Mexico City]] (Diablos Rojos), [[Guadalajara]] (Mariachis), [[Monterrey]] (Sultanes), and [[Tijuana]] (Toros). The LMP is a winter league with 10 teams, mostly in the states of [[Sinaloa]] and [[Sonora]], but with teams in [[Mexicali]] (Aguilas), [[Guadalajara]] (Charros), and [[Monterrey]] (Sultanes). Monterrey and Guadalajara are the two cities with teams in both leagues, so you can catch a game there at almost any time of the year. '''[[American Football]]''' has a long tradition in Mexico but has often been relegated to third fiddle by the more popular soccer and baseball. Estadio Azteca has seen a handful of NFL games (including, at a time, the best attended NFL game in league history up to that point) and besides a long-standing college league, there is now also a professional league with teams focused in and around Mexico City. '''[[Bullfighting]]''', also referred to as ''la fiesta brava'', is a popular (but declining) spectator sport with a long Hispanic tradition stretching back as far as 2,000 years. Tradition crashes headlong into the modern world when it comes to bullfighting, where animal rights activists fight a constantly escalating war against bullfighting. Proponents of bullfighting point not only to the colorful traditions, but to the fact that the "industry" supporting bullfighting creates 18,000 jobs nationwide. Activists say it's a barbaric, bloodthirsty tradition that has no place in a civilized world. The debate is ongoing and while Mexico City's first bullfight was held in 1526, many people would be happy if no 500th anniversary could take place. Mexico City's Plaza de Toros (Plaza Monumental) is the world's largest bullring and is regarded as being part of the "triple crown" of bullfighting, alongside Madrid and Sevilla. While animal rights activists succeeded in having bullfights blocked in Mexico City in 2022, the case was overturned on appeal and bullfights have resumed in the capital. Bullfights usually occur between November and March, but the season varies by location. In [[Tijuana]], bullfights occur between April and October. In some smaller towns, bullfights are held only in conjunction with large festivals. In any case, travellers who might want a genuine bullfight experience should make plans to visit Mexico soon because the tradition of bullfighting may not last forever. ==Buy== ===Money=== {{exchange rates | currency=Mexican peso | currencyCode=M$ | date=August 2026 | USD=17 | EUR=19 | GBP=23 | CAD=12 | source=[https://www.xe.com/currency/mxn-mexican-peso XE.com] }} The currency of Mexico is the ''peso'', denoted in Mexico as "'''$'''" (ISO code '''MXN''') and in Wikivoyage as "'''M$'''". It is divided into 100 ''centavos''. Prices in US dollars (in tourist areas) are labeled "US$" or sport an ''S'' with a double stroke. Coins are issued in denominations of 5, 10 (steel), 20, and 50 centavos (brass; new 50-centavo coins issued from 2011 onwards are steel and smaller in size) and 1, 2, 5 (steel ring, brass center), 10, 20, 50, and 100 pesos (brass ring, steel or silver center), but it's extremely rare to find coins valued at more than 10 pesos. Banknotes are produced in denominations of 20 (blue or green and pink), 50 (pink-red or purple), 100 (red), 200 (green), 500 (brown or blue), and 1,000 (purple and pink for the latest issue, purple for older issues) pesos. The current issue of 20-, 50- and 100-peso bills are made from polymer plastic, and there are several different series of all banknotes. Ten-peso notes exist, but are very rare and no longer issued and accepted, but remain legal tender. ====Acceptance of other currency==== "Old" pesos (coins and banknotes issued before 1993) are no longer accepted, but are usually collected by numismatists. Merchants may accept US dollars at a lower exchange rate. US dollars are sometimes accepted in border towns and in some tourist areas. Even when US dollars are accepted, pesos are preferred. Other currencies such as the euro, pound sterling, and Swiss franc are generally not accepted by merchants, and even banks headquartered in Europe may refuse to accept euros for exchange. On the other hand, most banks and exchange offices (''casas de cambio'') will accept them. If you arrive from the south and still carry Central American currency, try to exchange them as soon as possible, as outside of the immediate border area not even banks will accept them. As all Central American countries either have the US dollar as their national currency (El Salvador and Panama) or have it circulating to varying degrees as a ''de facto'' second currency and virtually all banks in Central America and most banks in Mexico accept US dollars (usually at better rates than any other currency) your best bet is to "triangulate" your money from local currency to dollars and from dollars to pesos rather than exchanging them directly, which can be difficult and expensive. Should you have forgotten to exchange your money and the banks are closed, street money changers (called ''coyotes'' or ''cambistas'') don't have fixed opening hours and often have better rates. Be careful, however, as they do from time to time rip off foreign visitors with bogus calculators, wrong rates and counterfeit or outdated (and thus worthless) bills. ====Money exchange==== If you have brought cash in US dollars or euros, the best places to change your money are at an arrival airport (such as Mexico City and Cancun), where many money exchanges are located already in the arrival hall (where you can also compare some exchange rates and choose the most convenient) and, normally, at airports, the exchange rate is usually fair. Be sure to pass through Customs before looking for foreign exchange as inside the customs zone in Cancun the rate is far lower than the greediest street vendors ask. If you would like to wait until later to obtain Mexican currency, try not to change at your hotel, as the rates there tend to be extremely disadvantageous for tourists. However, some hotels provide exchanges as a courtesy, in this case it is best to ask just to make sure. Often, you can find money exchanges at strategic places in most tourist destinations and near the hotel (zones). The exchanges rates should not differ drastically from the ones at airport. If you are unfamiliar with Mexican money (bills, coins), try to stick to official foreign exchange booths. In several internationally popular beach destinations like Cancun and Los Cabos, local merchants are accustomed to US dollars and will often accept them as payment (they even have dual-currency cash registers and drawers). However, do bear in mind that the convenience of such “private” money exchange usually comes with a slightly unfavorable exchange rate. ===Shopping=== [[File:2013-12-27 Oaxaca Markt 03 anagoria.JPG|thumbnail|Spices for sale at a market in Oaxaca]] If there is no price tag, ''ask for the price first''. The simple question is "¿Cuánto cuesta?" and is easily understood by Mexicans. Some shops show the price in '''pesitos'''. That's the diminutive of peso and means the same. * Weights are measured in kilograms. Length is measured in centimeters and meters. * For clothes and shoe sizes, the "Continental" measurements are used. Merchants can be picky about the state of your paper money and may scrutinize it and reject anything with rips. Try to keep it in as pristine condition as possible. Reputedly, this is more the case the farther south you go. In any case, you can easily enter a bank with some damaged bill to get it exchanged into another one. Merchants are often reluctant to make change in smaller towns. Try to avoid paying with overly large denominations; the best customer has exact change. In rural areas, your 'change' may consist of chiclets or other small commodities. Merchants, specially those in small markets ("tianguis") and street vendors are no strangers to haggling. Try asking "¿Es lo menos?" ("Is this the smallest price?"), The more rural and less touristy the area you're likely to have more success. *'''[[Mexican artesanias|Artesanias]]'''. A visit to anywhere in Mexico will give one the opportunity to buy art made in the "old world" manner that reflects the diverse ethnicity of Mexico. Included in these articles would be textiles, wood carvings, paintings and carved masks that are used on sacred dances and burials. In many parts of Mexico, artists welcome visitors to their workshops to see how things are made and often to buy "direct from the source". *'''Timeshares'''. When visiting the '''resort''' cities of Mexico (e.g. Cancun, Puerto Vallarta or similar), it is more than common to be approached on the streets, in bars, in restaurants and anywhere with offers of gifts, free rental cars, free nights, free dinners, free anything that may appeal to you, just for visiting and listening to a presentation to buy a timeshare. Unless you are severely desperate for something to do, you may want to ignore those making the offer and stay away from those ''free'' offers. While the properties are very nice, great locations and plenty of amenities, this is not the place to ''learn'' about timeshares. Do your homework before even thinking about buying a timeshare, see what the values are in the ''resale'' market and understand the ''rights'' you are buying and the future costs. Collecting on the ''free'' offers may be difficult, if not impossible. * '''Automobiles'''. It's certainly worth going over and importing a car back from there, although importing it to the EU/US standards is the hard part. Recommended are the Ford Fusion (like the British Ford Mondeo, but more upmarket) and the Chrysler 200 (the 2.4 model is worth it). Volkswagens can be substantially better-equipped than European or North American counterparts. The Passat sold in Mexico is not the same car as in Europe, and is substantially bigger, however, engines are the same as in Europe, except for the 2.5 petrol. * '''Cuban cigars'''. are a fun novelty for tourists from the US and are widely available. It's still illegal to bring them back to the US, although the worst that's likely to happen is they'll be confiscated by customs. ====Credit and debit cards==== Credit and debit cards (with Maestro or MasterCard/Visa affiliation) are widely accepted in Mexico. You can use them at ATMs as well as in most department stores, bigger restaurants, gas stations, but be sure that outside cities you always carry sufficient cash in pesos, and generally verify the possibility to pay with card before consumption. Smaller (often family run) businesses often accept only cash. Most of the time, an extra 5% when paying with card is added. Also, you cannot get lower prices if you haggle unless you pay cash. While many Pemex stations accept credit cards, especially in locations that have heavy tourist traffic, some do not; travellers who intend to pay by credit card should always ask the attendant if the card is accepted before pumping begins. ====ATMs==== Bank of America customers can avoid ATM fees by using Santander Serfin ATMs. Other banks may have similar policies, check with your respective institution. For example, Banamex bank is owned by Citibank/Citigroup, and Bancomer is owned by BBVA, which is related to Chase in the United States. Ask to your bank if they have relation with Mexican banks, and the advantages that such ally can provide. Otherwise, do not be surprised to find yourself with a fee for each withdrawal. ATMs ask you if you want to accept the shown fee. In some ATMs you need to put your credit card inside crosswise. 5 Lowest ATM fees used with UK issued Mastercard, January 2024: Inbursa M$22.04, BanBajio M$23.20, Banca Mifel M$26.68, BanCoppel M$29, CitiBanamex M$30.74. As of January 2024, other fees are: Banco Azteca M$34.80, Santander M$34.80, HSBC M$35.84, Banorte M$58.00, Multiva M$67.28, Banregio M$81.20, BBVA M$174 pesos There is no difference between Mastercard and Visa. ATMs in smaller towns can run out of currency; sometimes this is a regular occurrence. Check with the bank (or locals) about the best time to use the ATM and never wait until the last minute to get cash. ===Tipping=== [[Tipping]] in Mexico is similar to the United States. It is usually from 10 to 15%. Meals have a 10% to 15% tip (this includes fast food deliveries). This tip is usually left by most people in restaurants, although it is not so common in street restaurants or stands, where the tenders usually have a can or box where people deposit coins. It is generally common to leave a tip on the table after paying and therefore having small change is very useful. Mexican bars and night clubs often charge directly to the bill 15% of the total amount (taxes included). That is illegal in most cases because of the imposition of the tip and because they calculate the 15% with taxes included. In large groups, or in nightclubs the barmen expect the customers to deposit their tip in a cup left on the table before serving the drinks so the service they give is in function with the tip they received. It is also customary to give a tip to the person who sometimes guard the car as if they were valet parking; in Mexico these people are often called ''viene viene'' (literally: "comes, comes") or ''franeleros'' and usually people give them M$3-20 depending on the zone, although they sometimes ask for bigger sums of money when the car is left close to a night life area. In medium and large retail stores such as Wal-Mart there are uniformed helpers, usually children or the elderly, who bag the products just after the clerk has scanned them. This role is called ''cerillo'' (Spanish for "match"). It is common for these helpers to not have a basic salary, so all the money earned is from the tips people give them. Most customers give M$2-5 depending on the number of products. Cerillos also put the bags in the cart and if the load is large they can even help bringing it to the car and unloading the bags; in these cases, they normally receive more than M$15. Tipping is not expected in cabs or buses, except when it is a tour. In some populated Mexican restaurants wandering musicians enter, play, and expect the customers to pay something, although this is voluntary. In filling stations, the workers usually get M$2-5 for every gasoline load. In stadiums people give a small tip to the person who shows the place where they should sit. Tips are also given to bellboys, barbers and people that work in similar services. ==Eat== {{see also|Mexican cuisine}} [[File:TacoPlacesPetatlan.JPG|thumbnail|Taco stalls]] [[Mexican cuisine]] can be described better as a collection of various regional cuisines rather than a standard list of dishes for the whole country. Because of climate, geography and ethnic differences, we can classify Mexican cuisine broadly in 4 great categories according to the region: * '''Northern''' – Mostly meat dishes done mainly from beef and goat. This includes Cabrito, Carne Asada (Barbecue) and Arrachera. It is influenced by international cuisine (mostly from the United States and Europe), but it retains the essential Mexican flavor. * '''Central''' – This region is influenced by the rest of the country, but has its own well-developed local flavor in dishes such as Pozole, Menudo and Carnitas. Dishes are mostly corn-based and with different spices. * '''Southeastern''' – Is known for its spicy vegetable and chicken-based dishes. Caribbean cuisine have influences here because of the location. * '''Coast''' – Has a strong emphasis on seafood and fish, but corn-based recipes can be easily found as well. Ask for the "platillo tipico" of the town, which is the local speciality that may not be found elsewhere, a variation, or the birthplace of a recipe. Also consider that most of the recipes change from place to place: for example, tamales in the south are made with the banana plant leaves, and in the Huasteca region tamales are very big (they are called "Zacahuil"); one is OK for a complete family.[[File:Gordita.jpg|thumbnail|Gordita]]If you are travelling here from [[Spain]] or elsewhere in [[Latin America]], keep in mind that many Mexican dishes can have the same name, but be very different from their counterparts elsewhere. For instance, a Mexican ''tamal'' is very different from a Colombian ''tamal'', and a Mexican ''tortilla'' bears virtually no similarity at all to a Spanish ''tortilla''. Traditional Mexican food can often be very spicy; if you are not used to peppers, always ask if your food includes it. "(''¿Esto tiene chile? Es picante?'')." There are many [[street food|food carts]] on the streets of Mexican cities and towns. Travelers are advised to eat from these carts with caution, as hygienic preparation practices are not always reliable. You can measure the quality of food by popularity; do not eat in lonely places, even if they are restaurants or hotels. Consider that Mexicans eat their main meal in the middle of the afternoon (around 3 o'clock), with breakfast or "almuerzo", a mid-morning affair after a very light something, like a small plate of fruit or a roll with coffee, in the very early morning. Although, many Mexicans have large breakfasts in the morning. Later, at night the meal varies from very light, such as sweet rolls or breads, coffee or hot chocolate, to heavy dinner, such as pozole, tacos, and tamales. Schedule your meals accordingly and you will get a better perspective on the gauge of how busy (popular) a restaurant is. In doing so, you may (or may not) find some of the most unique and genuinely Mexican dishes you've ever had. From these vendors, you may find tacos, burgers, bread, roasted field corn or elote served with mayonnaise, or a light cream, and sprinkled with fresh white cheese, roasted sweet potato called camote, and almost any kind of food and service you would imagine. * '''Chicharrón''' – Deep fried pork skin. Quite crunchy and if well-prepared slightly oily. Heavenly spread with guacamole. Or sometimes cooked in a mild chili sauce and served with eggs. * '''Enchiladas''' – Chicken or meat stuffed soft tortillas covered with green, red or mole sauce. Some may have melted cheese inside and/or on top. * '''Tacos''' – Soft corn tortillas filled with meat (asada (steak strips), pollo (shredded chicken), carnitas (fried shredded pork), lengua (cow tongue), cabeza (meat from cow skull), sesos (cow brains), tripa (cow gut), al pastor (chili, pork, beef cut from a spit) or chorizo (pork sausage)). In the north sometimes flour tortillas are used. Do not expect the crispy taco shell anywhere. * '''Tamales''' (singular ''tamal'') – corn dough shell with meat or vegetable fillings. Tamales Dulces contain fruit and/or nuts. * '''Tortas''' – Fancy Mexican sandwich. Bread roll that is grilled lightly, meat fillings are same as tacos: lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, beans, onion, mayonnaise and avocado. One is beginning to find tortas with the American styled cold cuts available, as well, in urban areas. * '''Huitlacoche''' – (wit-la-ko-che) A fungus, much like mushrooms, found in corn. This dish is usually an additive to others. Foreigners might find it hard to stomach but Mexicans swear by it. Although most Mexicans love huitlacoche, most do not prepare it in their own home very frequently. It can be found in most markets or stores. * '''Quesadillas''' – Cheese or other ingredients grilled in between corn tortillas, heavy on cheese and lighter on other items such as chicken, pork, beans, squash flower blossoms and such. * '''Mole''' – Mild to medium chili based sauce made with cocoa and a hint of peanut over meat, usually served with shredded chicken or turkey. ('Pollo en mole' and this is known as Puebla or poblano style). There are many regional moles and some are green, yellow, black and can vary greatly in flavor depending on the artistic talent or preferences involved. * '''Pozole''' – Chicken or pork broth with hominy corn, spiced when served with oregano, lettuce, lemon juice, radish, chopped onion, dried ground chile and other ingredients such as chicken, pork, or even seafood, usually served with a side dish of tostadas, fried potato and fresh cheese tacos. Very fortifying. * '''Gorditas''' – corn patty stuffed with chicharron, chicken, cheese, etc. topped with cream, cheese and hot sauce. * '''Grillo''' – Grasshopper, usually cooked and placed inside another dish such as a quesadilla. It is frequently found in markets in the state of Morelos and other central Mexico states. This is not common in Mexico City. * '''Guacamole''' – crushed avocado sauce with green serrano chile, chopped red tomato and onion, lime juice, salt, and served with somewhat thick (1/8 inch) fried tortilla slices or "totopos". * '''Tostadas''' – fried flat tortilla topped with fried beans, lettuce, cream, fresh cheese, sliced red tomato and onion, hot sauce, and chicken or other main ingredient. Think a corn chip dippers, on low dose steroids, for salsas and as above. You do not usually get a plate of this automatically in many parts of Mexico as you would in the US, although they are starting to show up in resort areas that cater to US nationals automatically. * '''Huaraches''' – a bigger (think shoe-shaped) version of a gordita. * '''Sopes''' – corn patty topped with a wide variety of ingredients such as chicken, cheese, mashed beans, and various hot sauces. * '''Carnitas''' – deep fried pork meat served with a variety of salsa, to get them dry with less grease. * '''Chile en nogada''' – A big green Poblano chile with a beef or pork apple stuffing, covered with a white nut (usually walnut, known as ''nuez'') sauce and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds which happen to be red. The three colors represent the national flag and the dish is served nationwide around Mexican Independence Day (16 September). * '''Barbacoa''' – Sheep or goat meat cooked with maguey leaves in an oven made at a hole in the ground. Think BBQ heaven without the hickory smoke or catsup-based BBQ sauce. Served with condiments and salsas in corn tortilas and sometimes in a torta bread roll. * '''Sopa de Tortilla''' – tortilla chips soup usually of chicken broth, plain or with a touch of tomato flavor, and usually mild and not at all hot. Commonly served with diced avocado and fresh crumbled white cheese on top. * '''Chilaquiles''' – tortilla chips with a green tomatillo, or red tomato, or mild chili sauce, Usually served with chicken or eggs on top or within. Usually a mild dish. * '''Migas''' – is a typical dish in the center of the country which is a guajillo chile broth with soaked bread, which you can add the pork bones with meat or eggs. You may see a sign with '''"orden de tacos"'''. This means usually 5 pieces, if there is no other amount stated. The word ''orden'' is also used for other types of Mexican food. There is breakfast in McDonald's that you may not find in other countries. It includes:<br> • McMolletes<br> • McMuffin Huevo y Salchicha<br> • McMuffin a la Mexicana<br> • Hotcakes con Salchichas<br> • Desayuno Especial Mexicano<br> • McBurrito a la Mexicana for M$30 (Dec 2021)<br> Basic burgers you may not find in other countries during the day are for about M$30 (Dec 2021):<br> • Hamburguesa Gourmet<br> • Hamburguesa Especial con lechuga ==Drink== [[File:Venta de tequila en Tequila Jalisco México..JPG|thumbnail|Tequila store in [[Tequila]]]] Tap water is potable, but generally not recommended for drinking. Hotels usually give guests one (large) bottle of drinking water per room per night. Bottled water is also readily available in supermarkets and at tourist attractions. * Absinthe is legal in Mexico. * Tequila, distilled from Agave (a specific type of cactus) * Pulque, ferment made from Maguey * Mezcal, similar to tequila but distilled from Maguey * Raicilla, a type of mezcal made in Jalisco * Pox, whisky meets rum, distilled from grains and cane sugar, made in Chiapas * Tepache, ferment made from pineapple * Tuba, made from coconut palm tree [[File:Modelo Negra and Victoria beer bottles.jpg|thumb|A Mexican dark lager (Modelo Negra) and golden lager (Victoria)]] There are also several Mexican beers, most of which are available outside Mexico, these include Corona (popular, but not necessarily as overwhelmingly popular in Mexico as many foreigners think), Dos Equis (XX) and Modelo Especial. Lighter Mexican beers are often served with lime and salt, though many Mexicans do not drink beer in this fashion. In some places you will find beer served as a prepared drink called "Michelada" or simply "Chelada". The formula varies depending on the place, but it's usually beer mixed with lime juice and various sauces and spices on ice served in a salt rim glass. Spicy beer is available in supermarkets; try it, it will be an experience. Other variation called "Cubana" includes Clamato cocktail, soybean sauce, salt and a little bit of hot sauce. Mexico produces wine in several different areas, the most important of which is the [[Valle de Guadalupe]] in [[Baja California]], which accounts for more than 90% of Mexico's total wine production. The second largest wine region is in the Bajio state of [[Queretaro (state)|Queretaro]] centered on the town of [[Ezequiel Montes]]. Wine is also produced in the states of [[Sonora]], [[Coahuila]], and [[Guanajuato (state)|Guanajuato]]. Most Mexicans tend to prefer European or Chilean imports, but Mexican wines are becoming more popular as they continue to earn accolades in the press and in competitions. In the prestigious 2023 Concours Mundial de Bruxelles, the top point getter was Cenzontle Blanco from [[Valle de Guadalupe]], beating out thousands of wines from around the world. Non alcoholic beverages: * Chocolate * Atole * Horchata (rice based drink) * Agua de Jamaica (hibiscus iced tea, similar to karkadai in Egypt) * Licuados de fruta (fruit smoothies and milkshakes) * Champurrado (thick chocolate drink) * Refrescos (common sodas, generally sweet and made with cane sugar, not corn syrup as in the United States). [[File:Champurrado thenewplace sf.jpg|thumbnail|Champurrado]] The legal drinking age in Mexico is 18, but not strictly enforced. In many places, consumption of alcohol in public ("open container") is illegal and usually punishable by a day in jail. Be aware of waitresses and barmen, especially at night clubs. If you are not aware of your consumption and how much you already spent, they can add a few more drinks to your account. Some do this, not all. Alcoholmeters are widely used in driving roads If drinking, always have a designated driver. Driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage will result in 1 to 3 days in jail. Mexico, especially the southern state of Chiapas, produces excellent coffee. Café con leche, usually one part coffee to one part steamed milk, is very popular. Unfortunately, many places in Mexico that are not cafés serve Nescafe instant coffee, so you may have to search for the good coffee, but it's there. Mineral water is popular in many regions of Mexico. Topo Chico is the most widely available brand by a very wide margin. ==Learn== [[File:Flag of Mexico in Acapulco.jpg|thumbnail|Hornos Beach in Acapulco]] The most important Universities in Mexico include the '''UNAM''', ranked 73rd worldwide, and the best in Latin America. Its main campus is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Murals in the main campus were painted by some of the most recognized artists in Mexican history, such as Diego Rivera and David Alfaro Siqueiros. '''IPN''' (Instituto Politécnico Nacional), '''ITESM''' (Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, located in Monterrey but with branch campuses in many other Mexican cities) the '''Iberoamerican University''' (Universidad Iberoamericana, part of the Jesuit University System) and '''Universidad Anahuac'''. [[File:Chichen Itza 21.JPG|thumbnail|Chichen Itza, one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world]] Most of the government-funded universities on mayor cities (state capital) have short courses on history, gastronomy and cultural subjects, most of them are almost free. Other places are the "Casa de la Cultura", (house of culture) that are historical buildings used for cultural related activities (music concerts, theater, paint and other exhibits, they also have "talleres" (workshops). Most places have programs for foreigners to learn Spanish, or even study a whole degree. There are some other courses where you can learn traditional Mexican activities such as handcrafts. There are Spanish language schools throughout Mexico. The city with the most schools is Cuernavaca, with more than 50 schools. Oaxaca, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato also offer a number of schools to choose from. Prices vary; however, most schools are very reasonably priced. Many schools can arrange homestays with local Mexican families. ==Work== Working may require a work visa, which is difficult to get if you just want to freelance for a short time. Many important headquarters are located throughout the main cities of Mexico. Top Mexican corporations such as Televisa, Bimbo, Cemex, Telmex and Vitra are often willing to hire professionals who are native English speakers as much of their business is developed alongside North American corporations. Native English speakers can pick up work as English teachers. The upside is that English speakers with no knowledge of Spanish are appreciated, because they will force their students to practice English. The downside is that salaries are somewhat low. ==Sleep== [[File:Plazadeliberacion1.jpg|thumbnail|Plaza de liberación and the cathedral, Guadalajara]] Several hotel chains are available throughout Mexico, including Palace Resorts, Le Blanc Spa Resort, Best Western, Holiday Inn, CityExpress, Fiesta Inn, Fairmont, Hilton, Ritz, Camino Real, Marriott (Sheraton, W, Westin, Four Points) and many others. Rates have risen considerably, though most are still reasonable compared to similar U.S. or European hotels. Chain accommodations are usually clean and comfortable, good for business travelers, but not necessarily for those wanting to experience Mexico itself. There are also many all-inclusive resorts for those visiting the major beach destinations. Boutique hotels are found all over the country; price range varies but all of them are rich in Mexican traditions, elegance and charm, the perfect way to experience the cultural heritage of each state. A great source of information is Melba Levick's book ''Mexicasa,'' found in many libraries and online bookstores. Otherwise an authentic accommodation can usually be found by asking locals or gringos, especially in the smaller towns. Smaller hotels and motels along the roadside may not be safe or comfortable. If you are unsure about conditions or the safety of the room, ask to see it before paying. This will not be considered rude. Decent hotels for a low budget are usually found around the central bus station of a town. If you are going to stay at cheaper hotels in cooler areas in the winter consider bringing extra clothes, an electric blanket or a sleeping bag, as there is power, but no heat. And although it may get quite hot by afternoon outside, adobe and cement are like fridges. An electric tea kettle is also a good idea, as hot water might not be available when you want it. There is a large backpacker culture in Mexico, and there are many hostels offering dorm accommodation and private rooms. You can expect to pay M$100-300 (Nov 2021) for a night in a dorm, sometimes including breakfast. Hostels are a fantastic place to share information with fellow travelers, and you can often find people who have been to your future destinations. If you're travelling with children, use a plastic case (with wheels and a handle) as luggage, and it can be used as a bathtub for the kids if necessary. Budget hotels rarely, if ever, have bathtubs. ==Stay safe== {{cautionbox | Some governments advise that you '''should not travel''' to several states because of high levels of crime, unreliable law enforcement assistance, and violence related to drug trafficking. Resort areas and tourist destinations in Mexico generally do not see the levels of drug-related violence and crime reported in the border region and in areas along major trafficking routes. Check the advisories below for current information. | us=https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/mexico-travel-advisory.html | uk=https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/mexico | canada=https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/mexico | australia=https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/mexico | lastedit=2025-09-08}} Mexico has a reputation for being a dangerous country — a reputation that's not entirely unwarranted — but the average traveller should not be too overly concerned or cautious of their surroundings. A lot of the crime occurs between those involved in the drug trade or organised crime. (See [[#Drug traffic issues|drug traffic issues]] for more information)[[File:Policia turistica ciudad mexico.jpg|thumbnail|Mounted tourist police, Mexico City]]In most cities, location is very important as security changes from place to place. Areas close to downtown (''centro'') are safer to walk at night, especially on the "Plaza", "Zócalo" or "Jardín" (main square) and areas nearby. Stay in populated areas, avoid poor neighborhoods, especially at night, and don't walk there at any time if you are alone. Vicious beatings have been reported at resorts by people who have travelled alone, so stay alert for any suspicious-looking individual. If you wish to visit one of the slums, you should only go as part of a guided tour with a reputable guide or tour company. Political violence in Chiapas and Oaxaca has abated, and is far less of a threat than drug-related crime. However, Mexican authorities do not look approvingly on foreigners who participate in demonstrations (even peaceful ones) or voice support for groups such as the Ejército Zapatista de Liberación Nacional and its leader, Subcomandante Marcos, even if their images and slogans are commonly sold on t-shirts and caps in markets. Do not wave cash or credit cards around. Use them discreetly and put them away as quickly as possible. The nationwide emergency number is '''911'''. Although Mexico has one of the largest police forces in the world, systemic corruption and low salaries often restrict the capabilities of law enforcement. Enlisting the help of the police almost always requires solid Spanish-language skills. Beggars are not usually a threat, but you will find lots in urban areas. Avoid being surrounded by them, as some can [[Pickpockets|pickpocket]] your goods. Giving away two pesos quickly can get you out of such troubles (but may also attract other beggars). Most poor and homeless Mexicans prefer to sell trinkets, gum, sing, or provide some meager service than beg outright. Larger cities, such as Guadalajara and Mexico City, are safer than most places in Mexico. However, caution is still recommended. ===Drug crimes=== [[File:Mexican States with mafia conflicts.png|thumb|States with the most conflict, marked in red (2010)]] Former president Felipe Calderon waged war on the drug cartels, and in turn, they waged war against the government (and more often, among each other). Some Mexican northern and border cities such as Tijuana, Nogales, Nuevo Laredo, Chihuahua, Culiacán, Durango, and Juárez can be dangerous if you are not familiar with them, especially at night. Most crime in the northern cities is related to the drug trade and police corruption. However, since law enforcement figures are often overwhelmed battling drug-related activities, many northern border towns that were somewhat dangerous to begin with are now a hotbed for criminals to act with impunity. Ciudad Juárez, in particular, bears the brunt of this violence, and with nearly a fourth of Mexico's overall murders, travel there requires special attention. Away from the northern states, cartel related violence is centered in specific areas, including the Pacific Coast states of Michoacán and Guerrero. However, exercise caution anywhere, especially at night or in high crime areas. Tourists and other travellers are of no interest to the drug cartels. Many popular tourist destinations like Oaxaca, Guanajuato, Los Cabos, Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Mérida, and Guadalajara are largely unaffected by this, simply because there are no borders there. Ciudad Juárez is a primary battleground in the drug war, and while foreign travellers are not often targeted, the presence of two warring cartels, many small opportunistic gangs, and armed police and soldiers has created a chaotic situation to say the least. As a rule of thumb, the further away you are from the border, and the closer you are to Mexico City, the safer you'll be. Many people go to Mexico City to seek refuge from drug-related violence as many politicians and military personnel are there. Consumption of drugs is prohibited, although the problem of illegal medicine is serious in Mexico, this is still illegal (but consumption of drugs like cannabis or having a small amount are legal or decriminalised). Also, this can get you in trouble with gangs. The army also sets up random checkpoints throughout all major highways in search of narcotics and weapons. Drug consumption is also opposed by a large percentage of the population. ===Beach=== In Mexico the actions have to be taken for safety is similar to everywhere. See [[water safety]]. ====[[Jellyfish]]==== If you see a ''Portuguese man o' war'' ({{Lang|la|''Physalia physalis''}}), stay far away from it. If you get stung by the jellyfish, use tweezers to remove its stingers, then go to hospital. ==== Stingray stings ==== Choose a place with hot water if you can, because the heat deactivates the poison. ==== Riptides ==== Very dangerous, particularly during and after storms. ===Public transportation=== When in major cities &ndash; especially Mexico City &ndash; it is better to play it safe with taxis. The best options are to phone a taxi company, to request that your hotel or restaurant call a taxi for you, or to pick up a taxi from an established post (''Taxi de Sitio''). Also, taxis can be stopped in the middle of the street, which is okay for most of the country, but particularly unsafe in Mexico City. As chaotic as it might be sometimes, the [https://www.metro.cdmx.gob.mx/ Metro]{{Dead link|date=October 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} is the best way to move around in Mexico City: it's cheap (M$5 for a ticket as of Feb 02, 2020), safe, has a large network covering almost anywhere you'd want to go in the city and it's extremely fast, compared to any on-street transportation, since it doesn't have to bear with the constant traffic jams. If you've never been in a crowded subway, avoid peak hours (usually from 06:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00) and do your homework: check first which line (''línea'') and station (''estación'') you want to go to and the address of the place you're trying to reach. Your hotel can give you this information, and maps of the subway system are available on the internet and at the stations. Most stations also have maps of the vicinity. Avoid taking the subway at late hours of the night, but during the day many stations are patrolled by police officers and the subway is safer than taking the public bus. Your major concern in the subway is the pickpockets, so keep your important belongings and wallets in a safe place. A word of caution for people who are used to European or major American subway systems that operate around the clock: even in Mexico City, the last subway leaves around midnight, with service only resuming in the early morning. Taxis are priced accordingly, and you should keep your wits about you when moving around in the middle of the night. If you are travelling by bus, do not put your valuables in your big bag in the storage compartment of the bus. If the police or the military controls the luggage, they might take out what they want, especially in night buses, when passengers are most likely asleep. The use of a money belt (worn underneath the clothes and out of sight) is highly recommended. ===Driving=== * All distances on the signboards and speed limits are in metric units. * Gas is likewise sold in metric units and far cheaper than in Europe (and still a bit cheaper than in the U.S.) [[File:15-07-21-Mexico-Stadtzentrum-RalfR-N3S 9738.jpg|thumb|Downtown Mexico City]] If driving in from the [[USA]], always purchase Mexican liability insurance (legal defense coverage recommended) before crossing the border or immediately after crossing. When you are paying for your temporary import permit (for going beyond border areas), often in the same building there are several stalls selling Mexican auto insurance. Even if your American (or Canadian, etc.) insurance covers your vehicle in Mexico, it '''cannot''' (by Mexican law) cover liability (e.g., hitting something or injuring someone). You will probably spend time in a Mexican jail if you have an accident without it. And even if your own insurance does (in theory) provide liability coverage in Mexico—you'll be filing your claim from behind bars! Don't risk it, get Mexican auto insurance. Never drive above the speed limit or run stop signs/red lights, as Mexican police will use any excuse to pull over tourists and give you a ticket. In some cities, the police can not give you a ticket, but they might warn you. The fine for speeding could be as much as US$100 (M$1870)<!--shouldn't we use the exact peso amount instead of a rounded USD amount?-->, depending on the city. As of April 2011, police across the country are cracking down on drunk driving, particularly in Mexico City, the larger cities, and the beach resorts. There are random checkpoints throughout the country in which every driver has to stop and take an automated inebriation test. If you fail, you will end up in a Mexican prison. You will mostly find beggars and windshield cleaners at some traffic lights; having your windows closed at all times is especially recommendable in some areas of Mexico City. The windshield cleaners will try to clean yours: a strong and firm "no" is suggested. ===Natural disasters=== Natural disasters in Mexico include [[hurricanes]] and [[earthquakes]]. [[Mexico City]] in particular is located in a seismically active area. === Firearms === Every year a few U.S. tourists run afoul of Mexico's strict gun laws. '''Bringing guns into Mexico is illegal in most circumstances''', and this includes guns kept for personal protection on private boats. If you want to bring a firearm, see [[Recreational shooting#Mexico]]. === Hiking === Many trails are unmarked in real life, even if they are present at OpenStreetMap or a hiking app. If a local rule says to do a trail with a guide - it's much better to go with the guide, the route will be dangerous and easy to get lost. ==Stay healthy== Some parts of Mexico are known for '''[[travelers' diarrhea]]''', often called "Montezuma's Revenge" (Venganza de Moctezuma). The reason for this is not so much the spicy food but the contamination of the '''[[water]] supply''' in some of the poorer zones in Mexico. In most of the small towns that are less industrialized, only the poorest Mexicans will drink tap water. The best policy is to only drink bottled or purified water, both of which are readily available. Be sure to specify ''bottled'' water in restaurants and avoid ice (which is often not made from purified water). Just like in the US, in most major Mexican cities the water is purified at the cities' water company. In most restaurants in these poor zones, the only water served comes from large jugs of purified water. If you get sick, visit your local clinic as soon as possible. There is medicine available that will counter the bacteria. Medicine in urban areas is highly developed, public hospitals are just as good as public hospitals in US, and just as the American public hospitals, they are always full. It's recommended going to private hospitals for faster service. Before traveling to rural areas of Mexico, it might be a good idea to obtain '''anti-malarial medications''' from your health care provider. It is strongly advised that the traveler be sure that any meats they are consuming have been thoroughly cooked due to an increasing rate of '''roundworm''' infections, particularly in the Acapulco area. Along with the risk for malaria, mosquitoes have also been known to carry the '''West Nile virus'''. Be sure to bring an effective insect repellent, preferably one that contains the ingredient DEET. The rate of '''AIDS/HIV''' infection in Mexico is lower than in the US, France and most Latin American nations. However, if you plan on having sex, be sure that you use a latex condom to reduce your risk of contracting or spreading the virus. As with any western location, cases of '''hantavirus pulmonary syndrome''' have been reported throughout Mexico. This is an acute, rare (but often fatal) illness for which there is no known cure. The virus is believed to be present in animal feces, particularly feces from members of the rodent family. Therefore, do not wander into animal dens and be especially careful when entering enclosed spaces that are not well ventilated and lack sunlight. Vaccination against '''Hepatitis A & B''' and '''Typhoid fever''' is recommended. If you are bitten by an animal, assume that the animal was carrying '''rabies''' and seek medical attention immediately for treatment. In remote areas, carry a first aid kit, aspirin, and other related items that are sold without medical prescription. ==Respect== [[File:MojigangaSMA002.jpg|thumb|Festival in [[San Miguel de Allende]]]] Mexicans have a somewhat relaxed sense of time so it's vital to be patient. Arriving half an hour late is common and should not be taken in a negative light. When anyone, even a total stranger, sneezes, you always say "¡salud!" ("bless you!" or more literally, "your health!"): otherwise, it is considered rude. In rural areas, particularly in the Mexican heartland (Jalisco, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, etc.), the even more pious "Jesús te bendiga" (May Jesus bless you) will follow a sneeze. Attitudes towards LGBT travellers can be hostile in more rural states, but [[LGBT Mexico City|Mexico City is very LGBT friendly]] as are popular beach resort areas such as [[Cancun]], [[Puerto Vallarta]], and [[Acapulco]]. By court order, all states in Mexico either allow the performance of same-sex marriages, or recognize such marriages when performed in other states. Same-sex marriage is performed in Mexico City and in the states of Aguascalientes, Baja California, Baja California Sur, Campeche, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Colima, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Nuevo León, Oaxaca, Puebla, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Sonora and Tlaxcala as well as in certain municipalities in Guerrero and Zacatecas. It is pending publication in Querétaro, and being prepared for legislation in Yucatán. Southern Mexico City is the best place in terms of tolerance. When entering churches, always take off any sunglasses, caps or hats. Wearing shorts is rarely a problem, but still wear a sweatshirt or sweater to your waist to avoid showing too much skin, which could be disrespectful in such places. However, away from the beaches, or northern areas, shorts are very rarely worn by Mexicans on the street and thus will attract more attention to you and make you stand out as a foreigner. === Sensitive issues === '''Show respect to Mexico's laws'''. Although corruption and bribery have long been around, a visitor behaving in a way that implies that Mexico is a lawless country is considered disrespectful. Offering a bribe to an official may get you into trouble. '''You are unlikely to cause offence by having a discussion about local politics, economics and history'''; Mexicans consider them good conversational topics and are more than happy to delight you with such discussions. This said, sensitive subjects like illegal immigration to the US, crime, or the drug war are likely to arouse strong emotions. Mexicans are well aware of their country's problems and would like to forget about them once in a while. Also, you might be surprised at how much Mexicans know about the politics of your country – especially the times in its history when they feel your country has screwed Mexico over (which applies especially for Spain, France and the U.S.). That said, Mexican history tends to be viewed as a series of shades of grey — there are those who feel the need to extol economic growth under Porfirio Díaz, just like there are those who point out anti-democratic tendencies under Benito Juarez. '''Many Mexicans have an unfavorable opinion of the Spanish Empire''' and the things they've done in the past. They feel that many of Mexico's problems are rooted in what the Spanish brought over. This said, there are no feelings of resentment towards Spain and Spanish people. '''Try not to assume the worst in people'''. Mexico may have a lot of social and political problems, but that does not mean that everyone is alike. '''The great majority of the population is and traditionally has been Roman Catholic''', and there is still a strong following of this faith among Mexicans from all socioeconomic backgrounds. However, there are sizeable Protestant, Evangelical, and Pentecostal communities (in part due to US missionary activity) and the country also has one of the largest communities of Jehovah's Witnesses. The irreligious are a small minority and they are found mostly among college-educated urban dwellers of the middle and upper middle class. Saying anything that hints at atheism or agnosticism may simply be shrugged off, or could incite lengthy discussions or at worst, attempts at proselytizing. As a rule of thumb, try not to have religious discussions with people you're not well acquainted with. === Cultural notes === While overt racism may not be apparent, as a general rule, wealth and social status are historically tied to European ancestry and skin color. Mexican society is sharply divided by social class, with the rich, middle class, and poor often living very separate lives, and can have very distinct cultures. Social practices or tastes of one social group may not be shared by all classes. Clubs, bars, and restaurants may cater largely to one crowd or another, and a wealthier person or tourist may feel out of place or received unwanted attention in a working class cantina; a poor looking person may be blatantly refused service or get unfriendly stares at an exclusive establishment. There are many words in the country according to ethnic background: * Do not be offended to be called a "güero(a)" (blonde) and its diminutive form "güerito(a)" (blondie), as it's a common way for the average Mexican citizen to refer mostly to Caucasian people, including white Mexicans. The words "gringo" and its synonym "gabacho" are used regardless of the actual nationality of the tourists and they are not meant as offensive. Actually, they are often used as terms of endearment. * If you are East Asian, you will be referred to as "Chino(a)" (Chinese) and its diminutive form "chinito(a)" regardless of whether you are Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean, etc. Exceptions are in the capital, Mexicali, and in Monterrey, where a decent-sized Korean community does exist. * If you are black, "negro(a)" or "negrito(a)" may seem harsh, especially if you are from the US, but it is not a swear word. Although there are few black people in Mexico in many regions of the country (except on the east and west coasts in the south), Mexicans, especially the younger generations, are not hateful. In fact, a revolutionary who later became the second president was a man of mixed European and African descent, Vicente Guerrero. * Historically, all Middle Easterners were referred to as "turcos" (even if they were from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, etc.) === Other things to watch out for === [[File:Catedral de Guadañajara.JPG|thumb|Guadalajara cathedral]]If you try to use Spanish to address people, be careful about the use of "tú" (informal, friendly; the verb for calling someone "tú" is tutear) and "usted" (formal, respectful) forms. Using "tú" can be demeaning to people, since this is the form normally used for addressing children or close friends. Use "usted" unless you are sure you can use "tú"; doing so may perhaps seem a shade old-fashioned, but doing otherwise can be pretty rude and embarrassing in some situations. Always use the "usted" form to a law enforcement officer (or other person of authority), even if they may use the "tú" form to talk to you. Otherwise, you can say "tú" to children under 16, to people who genuinely are your friends and to persons who call you by your first name or explicitly have told you to do so. People address each other depending on their social status, age and friendship. To refer to a woman, always call her "señorita" (Miss) unless you are sure that she is married, then you call her "señora" (Mrs). When talking to an older man, use "señor" irrespective of his marital status. If you want to call a waiter, address him as "joven" which means "young man". You may call someone by his professional title ("ingeniero", "arquitecto", "doctor", "oficial", etc.). Actually, Mexican people will use the "tú" and "usted", "first name" or "surname" depending on their relationship, and the code is not easy to learn. While the word "güey" is equivalent to "dude" or "mate" among young people, it is still considered extremely vulgar by the older generation. This abrasive term of endearment is used only between people who have achieved a certain level of trust, so avoid using it. In Mexico, "estúpido" has a far, far worse connotation than "stupid" in English. Due to the highly matriarchal nature of Mexican culture, the combination of words "tu madre" (your mother) is cacophonous and taken offensively by residents, regardless of age or gender. To refer to somebody's mother, remember to replace it with "su señora madre" (roughly "your respected mother") in formal situations or the sweeter "tu mamá" in informal ones. Never, ever use strong language when talking to a woman. You may see displays of male chauvinism. It is falling out of favor, but it is still seen and mostly tolerated in small towns, as well as cities that receive considerable amounts of rural migrants. It can be defined as a male's strong desire for and skill of the domination and imposition of will, on a wife, sister, or any close female. It can also be identified by a strong desire to prove courage through showy bravado and status through a following of yes-men and henchmen. While it is usually not directed towards visitors, it can be in a variety of strengths. It is best to pretend not to notice it and move on. Another type of ''machismo'', which perhaps stems out of the same desires but does not carry any of the antisocial connotations, is male courteousness towards women. This is manifested in standing up when a lady enters a room, opening or holding a door, conceding preference or rights of way, giving up a seat, offering a hand when stepping down from a steep step, etc. It is generally reserved for older women, or women of great power, merit, and social stature. Rejecting these types of friendly gestures is considered arrogant or rude. Mexican customs strictly enforce a limit of one laptop per passenger. Bringing a second laptop may incur a tax of up to 19% of its value. ==Connect== Cell phones are the most convenient, and usually most inexpensive, way to talk. Before going to Mexico, call your cell phone provider and verify that you have international roaming enabled (and make sure you know what charges you should expect, for domestic and international voice calls and for data, since you will want to use your maps and Uber apps). You can make international calls free if you have an app like WhatsApp or Telegram and connect to Wi-fi before using it. Data rates can be high for cell phone users, but you can manage them by turning off data in your phone's settings except for when you actively want to use an app. If you're going to be in Mexico for an extended period of time, it might be cheaper to use Mexican carriers, either by buying a SIM card or a cheap throwaway phone. If you have an unlocked GSM phone, you can buy a prepaid SIM card in Mexico. The most expensive provider Telcel provides good coverage throughout the country. A SIM card for the Telcel brand amigo express is for M$29 (Nov 2021) e.g., in an Oxxo store. The first recharge must be at least M$50 (Nov 2021). The offers are amongst others:<br> • M$50: 400MB for 7 days (Nov 2021)<br> • M$100: 1,3GB for 15 days (Nov 2021)<br> You can see all rates and recharge [https://www.telcel.com/personas/telefonia/amigo/paquetes-end/paquetes-amigo-sin-limite here]. Recharging Telcel can be also done in an Oxxo. Cheaper providers unfortunately may not be worth the hassle due to slow internet and unreliable connection. Using a Mexican SIM card is often far cheaper than what hotels will charge you for outgoing calls and incoming calls may be free under certain schemes. Mexico operates on the same GSM frequency as the United States, 1900&nbsp;MHz. There's also 4G LTE, with 5G expected to be deployed in the future. Many of which are the same frequencies as in the US. There is a wireless internet connection in almost every restaurant in the big cities. If you're staying for over a week and don't have an unlocked phone, it might be a good idea to buy a cheap handset and a prepaid card. Some areas have only a few internet cafes; in others, they are plentiful. Most of the internet cafes offer calls to the US for a better rate than a payphone, usually via VoIP. You can call from public phones using ''tarjetas ladatel'' (prepaid telephone cards), bought at magazine stalls. Cards can be purchased in M$30, 50 or 100 denominations. The rate to call the US is roughly equivalent to US$0.50 per minute. Beware these are different than tarjetas ''amigo, viva,'' or ''unefon'' (these are only for cellphones). Ladatel cards are becoming increasingly difficult to find and use because public pay phones are an endangered species. While they worked great in 2002, they're seldom useful in 2022. Cell phones are the way to go today. ==Go next== ===To Belize=== There are bus services available from [[Chetumal]] to [[Belmopan]]. ===To Guatemala=== This route is not used by many and still has a touch of adventure: Over Tenosique, La Palma (near Tenosique), by boat on the river Rio San Pedro to [[El Naranjo]] in [[Guatemala]]. Stay firm when negotiating over the price. Absolutely important: Make sure you get your passport stamped before you leave El Naranjo, or you might catch one of the rare buses back and take a walk through the jungle, as the emigration office is partway up the river between the Mexican border and the village. ===To the United States=== The U.S. generally requires a passport for entry. A few express ID cards and trusted traveler cards are also acceptable. U.S. and Canadian citizens seeking entry or reentry by land or sea may use an Enhanced Driver License in place of a passport. U.S. permanent residents need their permanent resident card and may need the passport from their home country. Foreign nationals entering the United States without a permanent resident stamp, including those on the Visa Waiver Program, typically receive an I-94 Arrival-Departure Record or I-94W Visa Waiver Arrival-Departure Record upon arrival in the United States. So long as the I-94 has not expired, you can use it to re-enter the United States with your passport; however, if you hand it in upon exit, you will need to obtain a new card if your visa allows another entry or, if on the Visa Waiver Program, pay a fee of about US$6 to reenter the United States. Unless you are not going to return to the United States, '''keep your I-94 when leaving the [[United States]]''' or you will have a difficult time getting back in, and if your visa is limited to a certain number of entries, you may need to use another entry. Visa Waiver participants cannot reset the 90-day counter unless they leave North America, so ducking into Mexico will not allow you another 90 days. However, it can be reset by travelling, for example, to any Central American country or to Colombia. {{geo|21|-100|zoom=5}} {{isPartOf|North America}} {{outlinecountry}} nxyjplta3p88u8cpwpk1933e73tat0y 5328468 5328461 2026-08-14T18:08:24Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* By plane */ 5328468 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Teotihuacan Wikivoyage banner.jpg|pgname=Mexico|caption=Teotihuacan}} {{other uses}} '''Mexico''' ([[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]]: ''México'') is known for its [[Mexican cuisine|cuisine]], art, archaeology, history, pyramids, music, museums, haciendas, 9,600 km (6,000 mi) of shoreline, superb architecture, weather from snow-capped mountains in the Sierras to rainy jungles in the southeast and desert in the northwest, many golf courses and excellent fishing. Along with [[Chile]], [[Colombia]], and [[Peru]], this once-poor nation is one of the ''Pacific Pumas'', seeing significant economic growth and improved infrastructure during the 21st century. ==Regions== {{Regionlist | regionmap=Mexico regions map.png | regionmaptext=Mexico's regions | regionmapsize=450px | region1name=[[Baja California]] | region1color=#65b99f | region1items=[[Baja California (state)|Baja California]], [[Baja California Sur]] | region1description=The vast western peninsula, stretching 1,200 km from Tijuana on the US border to Cabo in the south. A land of deserts and undiscovered beaches. One of the biggest whale migrations takes place here every year from December to April. Also includes the far-off-shore [[Guadalupe Island]]. | region2name=[[Northern Mexico]] | region2color=#b9ad60 | region2items=[[Chihuahua (state)|Chihuahua]], [[Coahuila]], [[Durango (state)|Durango]], [[Nuevo León]], [[Sinaloa]], [[Sonora]], [[Tamaulipas]] | region2description=The expansive deserts and mountains of the border states; mostly ignored by tourists. Culturally and physically a world away from the tropical south. Includes the bustling industrial city of Monterrey, Mexico's 3rd-largest and most affluent city, and Copper Canyon, the country's only railroad passing through gorges and indigenous villages. | region3name=[[Bajío|The Bajío]] | region3color=#a463ad | region3items=[[Aguascalientes (state)|Aguascalientes]], [[Guanajuato (state)|Guanajuato]], [[Zacatecas (state)|Zacatecas]], [[San Luis Potosi (state)|San Luis Potosí]], [[Querétaro (state)|Querétaro]] | region3description=The former colonial heartland, this is one of Mexico's most historic regions filled with well-preserved colonial towns that grew rich from silver mining. Includes [[San Miguel de Allende]] and [[Guanajuato]] amongst other lesser known towns. | region4name=[[Central Mexico]] | region4color=#a95858 | region4items=[[Hidalgo]], [[Mexico City]], [[Mexico State]], [[Morelos]], [[Puebla (state)|Puebla]], [[Tlaxcala (state)|Tlaxcala]], [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] | region4description=Mexico City, always the political, cultural and economic center of the country with a sophisticated urban core and a huge urban sprawl surrounding it. Also includes the awesome ruins of Teotihuacan, the historic city of Puebla and Veracruz, one of the country's most overlooked regions. | region5name=[[Pacific Coast (Mexico)|Pacific Coast]] | region5color=#73abab | region5items=[[Colima (state)|Colima]], [[Guerrero]], [[Jalisco]], [[Michoacan]], [[Nayarit]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] | region5description=Tropical beaches on Mexico's southern coast; Jalisco the birthplace of mariachi and Tequila; Guadalajara, the nation's second largest city; and the Oaxacan highlands, famous for their distinct cuisine. | region6name=[[Yucatán and the South]] | region6color=#67a864 | region6items=[[Campeche (state)|Campeche]], [[Chiapas]], [[Quintana Roo]], [[Tabasco]], [[Yucatán]] | region6description=Jungle and impressive Mayan archaeological sites, along with the Caribbean and Gulf coast with well-known resorts like Tulum and Cancun. The colonial city of Merida and the jungle ruins of Palenque. Geographically isolated from the rest of the country, part of Central America (the dividing line being the Isthmus of Tehuantepec), it is culturally closer to Guatemala and Belize than the rest of Mexico, where Mayan culture is very much alive. }} ==Cities== {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#65b99f|title=[[Baja California]]|wikidata=Q58731,Q46508}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#b9ad60|title=[[Northern Mexico]]|wikidata=Q655,Q53079,Q79918,Q15282,Q80252,Q46422,Q80007}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#a463ad|title=[[Bajío|The Bajío]]|wikidata=Q79952,Q46475,Q80269,Q78980,Q79754}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#a95858|title=[[Central Mexico]]|wikidata=Q80903,Q1489,Q82112,Q66117,Q79923,Q82681,Q60130}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#73abab|title=[[Pacific Coast (Mexico)|Pacific Coast]]|wikidata=Q61309,Q60158,Q13160,Q79861,Q79920,Q34110}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#67a864|title=[[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]|wikidata=Q80908,Q60123,Q80245,Q80914,Q60176}} {{Mapframe|22.53|-102.55|zoom=4}} [[File:Plaza de la Constitucion Ciudad de Mexico City.jpg|thumbnail|Plaza de la Constitución, also known as Zocalo, Mexico City]] <includeonly>THIS LIST SHOULD ONLY INCLUDE 9 CITIES - DO NOT ADD OR REPLACE CITIES WITHOUT FIRST USING DISCUSSION</includeonly> * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexico City]]|wikidata=Q1489}} – Capital of the republic, one of the three largest cities in the world, and a sophisticated urban hub with a 700-year history. In Mexico City, you will find everything from parks, Aztec ruins, colonial architecture, museums, to nightlife and shopping. <!-- As of November 2021 there are travel warnings for Acapulco and the whole state. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Acapulco]]|wikidata=Q81398}} - A sophisticated urban beach setting known for its top-notch nightlife, elegant dining, and nightmarish traffic. Many of the older (pre-1990s) concrete structures have suffered tropical decay.--> * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cancún]]|wikidata=Q8969}} – One of the world's most popular and famous beaches, known for its clear Caribbean waters, its lively party atmosphere, and its wealth of recreational facilities. During the U.S. college Spring Break (mid-Feb to the end of March) it is noted for drinking, sunburns, and debauchery. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Guadalajara]]|wikidata=Q9022}} – A traditional city, capital of [[Jalisco]] state, and the home of mariachi music and tequila. Guadalajara is blessed with perpetual spring weather and its colonial downtown is graceful and sophisticated. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mazatlán]]|wikidata=Q40194}} – Lively Pacific coast town, Mazatlán is a shipping port, a transportation hub with ferries to Baja California, and a beach resort destination with miles of sandy shore. It is a popular U.S. college Spring Break destination due to its variety of affordable lodging options. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Monterrey]]|wikidata=Q81033}} – A large modern city that is the commercial and industrial hub of Northern Mexico. Monterrey enjoys a dry, mountainous setting and is known for its high-quality educational and transportation infrastructure. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Puebla]]|wikidata=Q125293}} – Located 110 km (68 mi) southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is one of the largest and oldest cities in Mexico. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated here more than anywhere else in the country. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Luis Potosí]]|wikidata=Q204271}} – A colonial city in central Mexico that was once an important silver producer, but today, relies on manufacturing for its economic base. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Taxco]]|wikidata=Q990095}} – In central Mexico west of [[Cuernavaca]], this steep mountain town was once a major silver producer, and now has a strong place in the trade of decorative silver, from cheap fittings to the most elegant jewelry and elaborate castings. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tijuana]]|wikidata=Q124739}} – Mexico's busiest border crossing for pedestrians and private vehicles, and a long-time bargain Mecca for southern Californians due to its proximity to [[San Diego]]. ==Other destinations== [[File:Barranca del Cobre-El Divisadero17-10-2005CIMG3344.jpg|thumbnail|The moon is rising over Copper Canyon]] <!--This section is to include only destinations that are NOT cities/towns.--> * {{marker|name=[[Copper Canyon]]|wikidata=Q674485}} (Barrancas del Cobre) – An exotic destination for travelers looking for a unique remote adventure! An awesome mountain rail ride -- one of the greatest in the world -- takes you upwards over 2,440 m (8000 feet) on the CHEPE, the Chihuahua al Pacifico Railway. Hiking, horseback riding, birding, and Tarahumara Indians. Copper Canyon, the [[Sierra Madre]] and the Chihuahuan desert of Mexico. This area is designed for adventurous individuals who will tolerate some rough travel to get to their points of interest (although the famous train ride isn't demanding at all). Copper Canyon, a magnificent remote wilderness is not likely ever to become a mass market destination. * {{marker|name=Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California)|wikidata=Q132811}} – See whale birthings, swim with dolphins, and sea kayak in the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez, along the eastern coast of Baja California, near La Paz. National Geographic says the sunsets at [[San Carlos (Mexico)|San Carlos]] are some of the most spectacular in the world. * {{marker|name=[[Monarch Butterfly Reserves]]|wikidata=Q852546}} – Protected natural areas in the highlands of the state of Michoacán. Millions of butterflies come to the area between November and March of each year, although numbers have declined sharply. This is a {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Chiapas|Sumidero Canyon]]|wikidata=Q60123}} – From docks on the Rio Grijalva (the only major river within Mexico) near [[Tuxtla Gutiérrez]] in Chiapas state, tour launches take you into this steep-walled [[Mexico national parks|National Park]]. You'll likely see vast flocks of flamingos, pelicans, and other waterfowl, as well as crocodiles. * {{marker|name=[[Mexico national parks]]}} - Mexico has 67 national parks; these include protected natural areas and national monuments and historical sites ===Archaeological sites=== [[File:Palace at Palenque.jpg|thumbnail|Palenque]] * {{marker|name=[[Chichen Itza]]|wikidata=Q5859}} – Majestic Mayan city, declared a {{unesco}} in 1988 and was voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. * {{marker|name=[[Ek Balam]]|wikidata=Q988570}} – A reconstructed Mayan site, famous for its unique decorated stucco and stone-carved temples that you can climb. * {{marker|name=[[El Tajín]]|wikidata=Q753895}} – In the state of Veracruz near the town of Papantla. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Monte Albán]]|wikidata=Q464899}} – In the state of Oaxaca, a Zapotec site dating from about 500 BC. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Palenque]]|wikidata=Q181427}} – Mayan city in the state of Chiapas, Palenque famous for its elaborate paintings. Also well known for having the largest tract of rainforest in Mexico located in the same area. * {{marker|name=[[Teotihuacan]]|wikidata=Q172613}} – An enormous pre-Columbian site with several large pyramids near Mexico City. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Tulum]]|wikidata=Q277408}} – Mayan coastal city with spectacular Caribbean vistas. Dates from late Mayan period. * {{marker|name=[[Uxmal]]|wikidata=Q213232}} – Impressive Mayan city-state in the Puuc Region, declared a {{unesco}} in 1996. ===Small towns=== The Mexican government has designated more than 100 scenic small towns as '''[[Pueblos Mágicos]]'''. States can apply to have towns added to the carefully curated list, but they must provide sites of genuine tourist value (historical or cultural) and guarantee adequate levels of tourism infrastructure. All Pueblos Magicos are within a few hours drive of a major city that has good airline connections. Some of the Pueblos Magicos (such as [[Tequila]]) are well-known and quite popular. Most are off the beaten path and offer rich opportunities for quiet exploration. ==Understand== {{quickbar|location=LocationMexico.png}} Mexico, the '''United Mexican States''' (Spanish: ''Estados Unidos Mexicanos''), is one of the most visited countries in the world. Much of the tourist industry is centered around the beach resorts as well as the ''altiplano'' in the central part of the country. Visiting the northern interior allows visitors to get off the beaten path a bit. U.S. American tourists tend to predominate on the [[Baja California]] peninsula and the more modernized beach resorts ([[Cancún]], [[Puerto Vallarta]]), while European tourists congregate around the smaller resort areas in the south like [[Playa del Carmen]] and colonial towns [[San Cristobal de las Casas]]. Canadians often favor smaller beach resorts like [[Huatulco]] or [[Ixtapa]]. ===Climate=== Mexico uses the [[Metric and Imperial equivalents|metric system]] for all measurements. All weather forecasts are in Celsius (°C). ==== Central and southern Mexico==== April is already the hottest month, especially at the coast and on the Yucatán peninsula. Towns which aren't that hot in April and during the summer are [[Mexico City]], [[Toluca]]/[[Metepec]], [[San Cristobal de las Casas]], [[Pachuca]] and [[Zacatecas]]. Hurricanes can be common in the coastal cities specially those near the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. ====Northern Mexico ==== It gets rather cold during the winter except on the coast. There is sometimes snow in certain places like the [[Sierra Madre]] mountains of Chihuahua, Durango, Coahuila, Nuevo León and northern Tamaulipas. Northern Mexico gets very hot during the summer with sudden violent storms in the afternoon, with heavy rain and hail. The temperatures during the day can exceed 39°C (100°F). Less hot during the summer is Tijuana. ===Landscape=== [[File:Citlalepetl2.JPG|thumbnail|Pico de Orizaba or Citlaltépetl is Mexico's highest mountain]] High, rugged mountains; low coastal plains; high plateaus; temperate plains with grasslands and Mezquite trees in the northeast, desert and even more rugged mountains in the northwest, tropical rainforests in the south and southeast [[Chiapas]], [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]] semiarid in places like [[Aguascalientes]], [[San Luis Potosí]] and temperate coniferous and deciduous forests in the central part of the country [[Mexico City]], [[Toluca]]. === Holidays === Actual non-working days may shift to the Monday before the holiday, so check an up-to-date calendar. Government offices are closed nationwide on official holidays and on election days. {| class="wikitable" !Date !Name !Things to know !Official? |- |January 1 |New Year's Day (''Año Nuevo'') | |official |- |January 6 |Epiphany (''Día de los Reyes Magos'') |Celebrating arrival of the Three Wise Men to see and bring gifts to the baby Jesus |not official |- |February 2 |Candlemas (''Día de la Candelaria'') |Catholic holiday related to Christmas |not official |- |First Monday of February |Constitution Day |For the events of 1917 |official |- |February 24 |Flag Day (''Día de la Bandera'') | |not official |- |Monday on or before March 21 |Birth of Benito Juárez |Mexico's first president of indigenous origin. |official |- |March or April |Easter (''Pascua'') |Easter is widely observed nationwide, according to the yearly Catholic calendar (the first Sunday after the first full moon in Spring). | |- |April 30 |Children's Day (''Día del Niño'') | | |- |May 1 |Labor Day (''Día del Trabajo'' ) | |official |- |May 5 |Cinco de Mayo |For the Battle of Puebla against the French army in 1862. Visitors from the U.S. may be surprised to learn that it is not a major holiday in Mexico, and is not much celebrated by locals, except in the [[Puebla (state)|state of Puebla]]. |not official |- |May 10 |Mother's Day |A particularly important family-centric holiday. Some cities hold parades. Offices may be closed, restaurants will be packed full, and mariachi bands will race from one family to the next. If you are visiting someone's home, bring flowers for the mothers and grandmothers. | |- |May 15 |Teacher's Day (''Día del Maestro'') |A day to appreciate schoolteachers. Some schools close and others have special activities. |not official |- |September 1 |Presidential Address Day | | |- |September 15 |Cry of Dolores (''Grito de Dolores'') |A patriotic holiday to celebrate the first event of the Mexican War of Independence in 1810, especially in the city of [[Dolores Hidalgo]] |not official |- |September 16 |Independence Day |Celebrates the start of the 11-year-long fight for the independence from Spain that began in 1810 |official |- |October 12 |Day of the Race (''Día de la Raza'') |Related to Columbus' arrival in the Americas in 1492 |not official |- |November 2 |[[Day of the Dead]](''Día de Muertos'') |The Mexican answer to Halloween celebrates family and friends who have died. Expect sugar candy shaped like skulls and ''pan de muerto'' (a somewhat sweet type of white bread). |not official |- |Third Monday of November |Mexican Revolution Day |For the events of 1910. |official |- |December 12 |Virgin Mary of Guadalupe Day |A Catholic religious holiday, and one of the most important Mexican holidays |not official |- |December 24 |Christmas Eve (''Nochebuena'') |Normally a full non-working day. Usually a family-centered evening. May be preceded by nine days of parties in the evenings, called ''Las Posadas'' ("the inns")''.'' |not official |- |December 25 |Christmas (''Navidad'') | |official |- |December 31 |New Year's Eve |Normally a full non-working day. Expect firecrackers and lots of noise at midnight. |not official |} ===Time=== [[File:Mexico time zones map en.svg|300px|thumbnail|Mexican time zones]] The 24-hour clock system has traditionally been used for time keeping. Today, both the 24-hour clock and the 12-hour clock are commonly used (roughtly equally), though the younger generation seems more inclined to express times using the 12-hour clock. Mexico uses these four time zones: * '''Northwest Zone''' (UTC−8, corresponds to U.S. Pacific Time): [[Baja California (state)]] * '''Pacific Zone''' (UTC−7, corresponds to U.S. Mountain Time): [[Baja California Sur]], [[Chihuahua (state)]], [[Nayarit]], [[Sinaloa]], [[Sonora]] * '''Central Zone''' (UTC−6, corresponds to U.S. Central Time): The rest of the country, except [[Quintana Roo]] * '''Southeastern Zone''' (UTC−5, corresponds to U.S. Eastern Time): [[Quintana Roo]] Most of Mexico is on standard time year round. Daylight savings time is observed only in a few places. Communities on the U.S. border, except in Sonora, observe DST on the U.S. schedule. The state of Baja California also observes DST on the U.S. schedule (but Baja California Sur does not). ===History=== ====Pre-Columbian==== {{see also|Indigenous cultures of North America|Indigenous cultures of Mesoamerica}} The earliest known humans in Mexico settled about 10,000 years ago. They established some of humanity's first agricultural settlements and were known for the "three sisters" approach to farming, that involved planting corn (maize), beans, and squash. Together, those three food staples served as symbiotic plants, supporting each others growth cycles, and providing for the nutritional needs of the people. The oldest known sites where the three sisters were cultivated were in the valleys of [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] and [[Guerrero]], particularly the Balsas Valley with relics dating from as old as 9000 BC. The first complex civilizations in Mexico was the '''Olmec''' culture that flourished on the Gulf Coast (particularly in what today are the states of [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] and [[Tabasco]]in 1500 BC. Olmec culture produced the earliest pyramids in Mexico and is known for colossal basalt [[Sculpture|sculptures]] known as ''Olmec heads''. Olmec culture diffused through Mexico into formative era cultures in Chiapas, Oaxaca and the Valley of Mexico. Other very old civilizations included the Zapotec in Oaxaca, dating from about 1000 BC, and the builders of Cuicuilco in Mexico City, dating from about 900 BC. In Central Mexico the height of the classical period saw the ascendancy of Teotihuacan, which formed a military and commercial empire. It had the largest structures of pyramids built in the pre-Columbian Americas. During the early post-classic Mexico was dominated by '''Toltec culture''', and the lowland '''Maya''' had important areas at Calakmul and Chichen Itza. At the end of the post-Classical period, the '''Aztecs''' built a tributary empire covering most of Central Mexico. The Mesoamerican cultural traditions ended in the 16th century and over the next centuries, Mexican indigenous cultures were under Spanish colonial rule. However, contrary to popular misconceptions neither the Maya nor the Aztec culture ever entirely "disappeared" and to this day many Mexicans trace at least part of their heritage to indigenous roots and language such as Nahuatl and numerous Maya tongues are still spoken by hundreds of thousands or even millions of Mexicans. Indigenous elements are visible even today in loanwords in Mexican Spanish, traditional dress, Mexican cuisine, architecture and even religious observances (nominally "catholic" to varying degrees). The eagle and the snake on a cactus depicted on the Mexican flag, for example, refers to an Aztec legend about the founding of Tenochtitlan, the city that now is Mexico City. ====Colonial and early independence==== {{main|Colonial Mexico}} Mexico remained under Spanish colonial rule until 1821 when it declared independence under the terms of "Plan of Iguala". After the short lived Mexican empire of 1821-1823 (former Spanish general and independence hero Augustin de Iturbide briefly declared himself emperor but was overthrown after two years) Mexico became a republic with a fragile balance of powers between liberals (allied mostly with urban merchants) and conservatives (allied with the church and big landholders) and Antonio López de Santa Anna became president several times while also being overthrown by his opponents several times thus having eight non-consecutive terms as president as well as five "permanent" exiles. ====Independent Mexico==== {{main|Mexican War of Independence}} The early Mexican state was anything but stable. Texas (under the leadership of US-American immigrants who wanted to make Texas a slave-holding state of the US) and Yucatán seceded at several points. Maya rebels fought against both the Yucatán independence movement and the federal government in the so-called "Caste war". After Texas gained ''de facto'' independence a disagreement as to its southern border (the Nueces river as claimed by Mexico or the Rio Grande as claimed by Texas) led to the involvement of the US in a brief war that ended in a devastating defeat for Mexico (the line about the "halls of Montezuma" in the marines' song refers to the presidential palace in Mexico city that was conquered by the US) and the loss of Alta California (now the US state of California), Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico as well as the definite loss of Texas north of the Rio Grande. The ceded territories were rapidly colonized by immigrants from Europe and the eastern United States; see [[Old West]]. ====French intervention and Second Mexican empire==== {{main|Post-Independence Mexico}} In 1861, when president Benito Juarez suspended the payment of Mexico's debt, France decided to invade the country in order to regain some or all of its money. This was only possible because the United States, which had declared in its Monroe Doctrine that it wouldn't tolerate any European intervention in the sovereign states of the Americas, started its [[American Civil War|Civil War]] that same year. After overthrowing the government (though Mexican resistance against the occupiers never ceased) the French installed a Habsburg prince as emperor Maximilian I to act as their puppet. While the Mexican monarchy had some support among conservatives its days were numbered when the French troops were withdrawn after the end of the American Civil war, and in 1867, Maximilian was executed by firing squad. Cinco de Mayo, which in the US is often mistaken to be "Mexican independence day", is celebrated in remembrance of the battle of [[Puebla]] that occurred during the French occupation and was decisively won by Mexican republican forces. ====Benito Juárez==== [[File:Estatua de Benito Juárez.jpg|thumb|Statue of Benito Juárez in [[Hidalgo]]]] Benito Juárez was the first president of indigenous descent in all of Latin America and is one very few figures that is still almost exclusively seen as a positive figure in Mexican history. He was president from 1858 to 1864 and again from 1867 to his death in 1872. His saying "el respeto al derecho ajeno es la paz" (respect for the rights of others is peace) is still frequently quoted. ====Porfirio Díaz==== Porfirio Díaz, a general during the French intervention rose to power shortly after the death of Juárez and ruled Mexico from 1876 to 1911. While initially willing and able to reform and modernize the country, the sheer length of his reign and his corruption led to a lot of unhappiness about his government and in 1911 the Mexican revolution broke out to unseat him from power, but it soon devolved into factional fighting between various claimants for power and attempts at radical social and economic reform. ====The Mexican Revolution==== {{main|Mexican Revolution}} The Mexican Revolution was a complex civil war and period of political intrigue and treachery. The Revolution started in 1910 with resistance against a blatantly fraudulent election manipulated by Porfirio Díaz. The Revolution ignited into a full-scale war when the elected president, Francisco Madero, was assassinated by Díaz loyalists. Several factions had different complaints about Díaz and his long, corrupt dictatorship. Groups loyal to Venustiano Carranza wanted constitutional reforms. Groups loyal to Emiliano Zapata wanted land reforms and rights for the indigenous. Other groups demanded an end to resource giveaways to foreign industrial interests, while others demanded an end to excessive power of the Catholic church. The groups eventually coalesced behind the Constitutionalists and stable government was restored by 1920. ====Under the PRI==== {{main|Modern Mexico}} Once the dust of the revolution had settled, the Revolutionary Institutional Party (PRI [pronounced /pree/] for its Spanish name) became the dominant political force and all presidents before the early 1990s were members of the PRI. They did not establish a one party state and other parties were still legal and participated in elections. However, the success of the PRI candidate (especially at the federal level) was almost always a given. As such, political power struggles mostly took place within the PRI, with more conservative or left wing factions gaining the upper hand from time to time. In 1988, during a presidential election that was actually close for the first time in decades, a computer that counted the votes supposedly crashed. The words with which this was announced "se cayó el sistema" are noted for their ambiguity as they can mean either "the computer broke down" or "the (political) system fell". Nonetheless, according to the official result (which was and still is doubted by many), the PRI candidate won a six-year term in office just narrowly surpassing the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff election. In 2000 the PRI finally lost its first presidential election when Vicente Fox of the conservative National Action Party (PAN) won a narrow victory in a three-way race. In 2006 the PAN won again with Felipe Calderon being elected president but in 2012 the PRI returned to power with Enrique Peña Nieto, who promised to end the drug war being elected to the presidency. Whether this proves temporary or the PRI has indeed regained its once dominant status, remains yet to be seen. ====Mexico today==== {{main|Modern Mexico}} Despite problems such as corruption and the drug war in the North (with some areas under ''de facto'' control of different cartels), Mexico has grown steadily, and there have been democratic multiparty elections with peaceful transition of power. A fairly stable three party system has emerged: the PAN (conservative) and PRI (centrist, catch all, sometimes leftist) have each won the presidency several times and the PRD (left of the PRI) has been a serious contender in almost all elections. The drug war is ongoing and some parts of the country are not entirely safe, but the situation has bettered a lot after the 2000s. Generally the North with cities such as Ciudad Juarez notorious for their violence is more dangerous than the south and Yucatán is among the safest regions in Latin America. For more on the effects of the drug war see the stay safe section of this article and the individual region articles. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) assumed power on December 1, 2018, after waging a populist, anti-corruption campaign and winning the 2018 election with more than a 30% margin over his next closest opponent. He is the leader of the center-left National Regeneration Movement (MORENA). Having had a reputation as a leftist firebrand in the past, AMLO has moderated his politics in order to appeal to a wider share of the electorate, though he remains a solidly left-leaning, populist politician. Under his leadership, Mexico has served as a moderator in wider Latin American politics, for example, in the Venezuelan and Bolivian crises, while also navigating relations with the United States government over trade and migrant issues. In 2024, Mexico elected Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female and first Jewish president to succeed AMLO. ===Visitor information === *[https://visitmexico.com/eng/home-2 Visit Mexico] website ==Get in== ===Visa and other entrance requirements=== ====Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM)==== [[File:Visa policy of Mexico.svg|thumb|{{legend|#ED1C24|Mexico}}{{legend|#22B14C|Visa not required}}{{legend|#7BDF85|Electronic authorization}}{{legend|#9FD5BE|eVisa}}{{legend|#C0C0C0|Visa required}}]] [[File:Mexico entry.png|thumb|Mexican entry stamp]] Foreign nationals of many countries who intend to stay in Mexico fewer than 180 days for the purpose of tourism or 30 days for business can fill out a Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM, tourist card) at the border or upon landing at an airport after presenting a valid passport, for US$22. If arriving via air, it is included in the price of the fare. This service is available to citizens of [[Andorra]], [[Argentina]], [[Aruba]], [[Australia]], [[Austria]], [[Bahamas]], [[Barbados]], [[Belgium]], [[Belize]], [[Bulgaria]], [[Canada]], [[Chile]], [[Colombia]], [[Costa Rica]], [[Cyprus]], [[Czech Republic]], [[Denmark]], [[Estonia]], [[Finland]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[Great Britain]], [[Greece]], [[Hong Kong]], [[Hungary]], [[Ireland]], [[Iceland]], [[Israel]], [[Italy]], [[Jamaica]], [[Japan]], [[Latvia]], [[Liechtenstein]], [[Lithuania]], [[Luxembourg]], [[Macau]], [[Malaysia]], [[Malta]], [[Marshall Islands]], [[Micronesia]], [[Monaco]], [[Netherlands]], [[New Zealand]], [[Norway]], [[Palau]], [[Panama]], [[Paraguay]], [[Peru]], [[Poland]], [[Portugal]], [[Puerto Rico]], [[Romania]], [[San Marino]], [[Singapore]], [[Slovakia]], [[Slovenia]], [[Spain]], [[South Korea]], [[Sweden]], [[Switzerland]], [[Trinidad and Tobago]], [[United States]] and [[Uruguay]] (see official list [https://www.inm.gob.mx/index.php/page/Paises_No_Visa/en.html here]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}). Permanent residents of the United States, Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, and Schengen area countries are also eligible for visas on arrival regardless of citizenship. [[Brazil|Brazilian]] citizens are eligible to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to travel to Mexico by air for tourism, business, or transit purposes. The electronic visa costs 10 USD and is valid for 180 days, allowing for a single entry. Since October 22, 2023, a Mexican visa has been required for transit. All foreign nationals who require a visa to enter Mexico also need one even if they are merely transiting through a Mexican airport. The '''paper FMM card''' has a perforation that divides the card into two parts, of which the right side asks for some of the same information requested on the left side. At entry, after reviewing your passport and filled-out FMM, the immigration officer will stamp your passport and the FMM, separate the FMM along the perforation and give the right side of the FMM back to you with your passport. The paper tourist card is being phased out. At many ports of entry (including [[Benito Juárez International Airport|Mexico City's international airport]]), you will not have to complete a paper form. Rather, the immigration officer will stamp your passport. A '''digital version''' of the tourist card (FMMd, ''Forma Migratoria Múltiple Digital'') will be generated for you, which can be downloaded [https://www.inm.gob.mx/spublic/portal/inmex.html online]. If you have a paper FMM, keep it with your passport at all times. It is your responsibility to make sure the right side of the FMM is returned to the Mexican government at time of departure so that the bar code can be scanned, thus showing that you left the country on time. For example, if you are flying with Aeromexico, they will ask for your passport and FMM at check-in for your flight home, then staple your FMM to your boarding pass. You are expected to then hand the boarding pass together with your FMM to the gate agent as you board your flight. If you lose your FMM during your visit to Mexico, you may be subject to substantial delays and fines before you can leave the country. If you fly into Mexico on a commercial flight, your ticket already includes the cost (M$860) of the FMM and you absolutely do ''not'' need to pay it again upon exiting. You will need to prove to the border officials that you have already paid, by showing the following: #Your FMM card you received upon arrival, and #An itemized receipt from your flight purchase showing the Tourism Tax However, if you are traveling by land and your trip is 7 days or less, the FMM is free. There is also a fee of M$223 applied to flights leaving the country. Some foreign nationals are no longer granted the full 180 days by default as is it was in the past. You can arbitrarily be granted any number of days from 3 to the full 180 days depending on the whim of the immigration officer. Always check your passport stamp and FMM card upon arrival to determine how many days are granted before walking away from the immigration counter. Ask the immigration officer if you cannot read the handwriting to be sure how many days you are granted to stay in the country. ''Never'' assume that you are granted the full 180 days or they will automatically tell you if you are given less than 180 days. Travelers have reported to have been detained for over-staying the less than 180 day time allotted to them when they entered. ====Autorización Electrónica (SAE)==== The Electronic Authorization System (SAE, Autorización Electrónica) for travelling to Mexico is available online for nationals from [[Russia]], [[Turkey]], and [[Ukraine]]. Russians, Ukrainians, and Turkish citizens with permanent residency or a valid visa to Canada, the US, Japan, the UK, or any Schengen country don't need an SAE. Other nationalities must contact a Mexican consulate in order to find out the requirements for citizens of their country, and may have to apply for and obtain a visa in advance of travel. If you are in need of other information, Mexico has diplomatic offices in the following cities around the world. ====At the border==== If you cross the border via road, do not expect the authorities to automatically signal you to fill out your paperwork. You will have to locate the border office yourself. The immigration officer at your point of entry into Mexico can request that you demonstrate that you have sufficient economic solvency. The immigration officer can demand a round trip ticket. If you only booked a one-way ticket to Mexico, the airline may want to see a ticket that carries you out of Mexico. It could be that the airline wants to see that onward ticket as "early" as at the gate, where you may not have enough time to buy one. So have at least an onward ticket from specialized websites for around US$10 (Nov 2021) ready when heading to the airport for your flight for Mexico. If you do not intend to travel past the "border zone" and your stay does not exceed three days, U.S. and Canadian nationals require only a proof of citizenship. Reentry into the United States generally requires a passport, but a U.S. or Canadian Enhanced Drivers License (or Enhanced Photo ID) or U.S. passport card is acceptable for reentry by land or sea. ===By plane=== [[File:Fila Aeroméxico.JPG|thumbnail|Aeromexico planes at Benito Juarez International Airport]] ====From the United States and Canada==== There are hundreds of daily flights linking Mexico to cities large and small throughout North America. This includes legacy carriers such as Air Canada, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta, and discount airlines such as JetBlue, WestJet, and Southwest Airlines. Also to be considered are the Mexican discount carriers '''Volaris''', which operate from several major US cities through their hubs in [[Mexico City]] and [[Guadalajara]], and '''Viva Aerobus''', which also operates from several major US cities through hubs in [[Mexico City]] and [[Monterrey]]. '''United Airlines'''/'''United Express''' fly to many smaller market Mexican cities and resort areas, including Aguascaliente, Chihuahua, Ciudad de Carmen, Durango, Huatulco, Leon/Guanajuato, Oaxaca, Merida, San Luis Potosi, Torreon, Tampico, Veracruz and Villahermosa. As in the United States and Canada, you will have to clear immigration ''and'' customs at your first Mexican port of entry, even though that airport may not be your final destination. (For example, many trips on Aeromexico will involve connecting through its Mexico City hub.) You will then have to re-check your bags and go through security again to proceed to your next flight segment. ====From Australia or New Zealand==== Fly from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne or Auckland (NZ) direct to Los Angeles on American Airlines, Delta, Qantas, and United. Air New Zealand offers one-stop air service from Australia and non-stop air service from Auckland to Los Angeles. Hawaiian Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui offer one- or two-stop air service to Los Angeles from Australia and New Zealand. Many airlines continue from [[Los Angeles International Airport|Los Angeles]] to Mexico including AeroMexico/Aeromexico Connect, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United, and Volaris, some of which have interline or alliance ticketing and baggage check through. More options are available if connecting through another US city. Also, make sure to have a good look at visas beforehand – even just for transit you will need something for the US, and if you get a visa waiver, they treat Mexico as part of the US, meaning if you stay longer than 90 days in Mexico, you will need to travel further south before returning to the US. ====From Europe==== Most commercial airlines link Mexico directly from Europe. There are direct flights to [[Benito Juarez International Airport|Mexico City]] ({{IATA|MEX}}) and [[Cancun#By plane|Cancun]] ({{IATA|CUN}}) from Paris ({{IATA|CDG}}), [[London#By plane|London]] ({{IATA|LON}}), Madrid ({{IATA|MAD}}), [[Schiphol Airport|Amsterdam]] ({{IATA|AMS}}), and [[Frankfurt airport|Frankfurt]] ({{IATA|FRA}}). Some carriers will serve both Mexico City and Cancun while others will only serve one and not the other (usually only to Cancun such as those from Russia and Italy). Additional flights to Cancun from Europe may only be available as charters and some may operate during the winter months (December–February) only. It is always worth to compare flight offers from air carriers and charter companies who can bring you to Mexico City or Cancun via many European hubs. The flight duration from those cities is always approximately 11 hours. ===By train=== There are no international trains to Mexico. From the United States to Mexico the nearest '''[https://www.amtrak.com Amtrak]''' stations are in [[San Diego#By train|San Diego]], [[Yuma#By train|Yuma]], [[Del Rio#By rail|Del Rio]] and [[El Paso#By train|El Paso]]. The frequent ''[https://www.pacificsurfliner.com Pacific Surfliner]'' connects San Diego from [[San Luis Obispo]] via [[Los Angeles#By train|Los Angeles]]; while the ''[https://www.amtrak.com/sunset-limited-train Sunset Limited]'' and ''[https://www.amtrak.com/routes/texas-eagle-train.html Texas Eagle]'' pass by Yuma, El Paso and Del Rio between [[Los Angeles]] and [[San Antonio]]. In San Antonio the ''Texas Eagle'' continues northwards towards [[Chicago]] while the ''Sunset Limited'' continues east to [[New Orleans#By train|New Orleans]]. Amtrak trains do not cross the border into Mexico so passengers continue to the border by local public transportation or by taxi from the Amtrak station. The [https://www.trenmaya.gob.mx/ '''Tren Maya'''] has a station along the [[Belize]] border in the city of [[Chetumal]] with onward travel to [[Mérida (Mexico)|Merida]], [[Cancún]] or other destinations in the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]. Bus service to Chetumal is available from Belize City and Belmopan. The Tren Maya also has two stops near the [[Guatemala]] border (at El Triunfo and at Boca del Cerro), but neither have scheduled transportation to any Guatemalan destinations. ===By car=== [[File:SanYsidroBorderCrossingByPhilKonstantin.jpg|thumbnail|Crossing into Mexico from the U.S. near Tijuana]] American automobile insurance does not cover you in Mexico; however, it is easy to obtain short-term or long-term tourist policies that include the mandatory liability coverage, theft and accident coverage for your vehicle, and often, legal assistance coverage. Should you decide to drive to Mexico, the [http://www.sct.gob.mx/ Transport and Communications Secretariat website] has free downloadable road maps. The first 20 km inside Mexico is referred to as "the hassle free zone". In this area, foreigners are not required to have tourist permits and can drive their foreign-registered vehicles without requiring a vehicle import permit. However, they must take care of any permits, duties or other legal requirements before proceeding onward into the interior. Government checkpoints (called ''garitas'') are generally 20-30km from the border. Traffic is often waved through, but vehicles can always be stopped for inspection. Checkpoints are common along the U.S./Mexico border from Tamaulipas through Sonora, but not common in Baja California, where vehicle import permits are never required (there is a checkpoint in La Paz, monitoring traffic coming off the [[Baja ferries]]). Foreign-plated vehicles must obtain necessary permits before being allowed into the interior of Mexico. This can be done at the border checkpoints by showing your vehicle title or registration, as well as immigration documents and a valid credit card. It is now possible to apply for your vehicle import permit online. Vehicle permits will only be issued to the registered owner of the vehicle, so the papers will have to be in the name of the applicant. The Baja California peninsula and the northern part of the State of Sonora do not require a permit. Driving a '''rental car''' from the United States into Mexico is possible with some of the large multinational companies, but the process is rather cumbersome. You will need to inform your car rental company in advance and purchase additional Mexican insurance (since U.S. car insurance does not cover Mexico), and you cannot drive beyond the border region into the interior of Mexico. You also cannot drop off a U.S. rental car in Mexico, and must return to the U.S. to drop it off. In the reverse direction, Mexican rental cars are usually not permitted to be driven into the U.S. Due to the contraband crossing the US-Mexico border (drugs and illegal immigration into the US, drug money and weapons into Mexico), expect long delays and thorough searches of vehicles when crossing the border. At some of the busiest crossings, expect a waiting time of 1–3 hours. ===By bus=== ''See main article, [[Bus travel in Mexico]]''. Buses are the most widely used transportation system in Mexico with routes going to all parts of the country. Long-distance buses are very comfortable and affordable. All border crossings have bus stations where buses can take you to interior cities, often to large bus terminals providing connections to virtually any major city or tourist destination. From the southern United States, many companies provide trans-border service with modern, comfortable buses that cross the border. You can take a bus from [[Chicago]] all the way to [[Mexico City]], though some companies will only take you to the border region where you can connect to a domestic Mexican bus company for onward travel to the interior of Mexico. A list of these companies is in [[Bus travel in Mexico]]. Buses are also available from Central America into Mexico. These buses usually go to [[Tapachula]], where you can connect to domestic Mexican bus companies for onward travel to the interior. Buses from [[Belize City]] will take you to [[Chetumal]] where you can connect to a Mexican bus or to the Tren Maya for onward rail journeys. ===By boat=== * Border crossing from [[Guatemala]]. * Cruise ships from the United States. ==Get around== Travelling in Mexico is most practical by bus, car, or air. Passenger transport by train is possible in some areas. most extensively in the Yucatán Peninsula, with its modern ''Tren Maya'' service. The '''Chihuahua del Pacifico''' railroad is one of the most scenic railroads in the world, passing through the Copper Canyon, and departing from Los Mochis on the Pacific coast, or Creel in the east. They cross each other roughly midways at '''Divisadero and Barrancas''' Copper Canyon stations at an altitude of 2100&nbsp;m (7000&nbsp;ft). ===By car=== {{main|Driving in Mexico}} [[File:Highway120PinalAmoles.JPG|thumbnail|Highway 120 passing through the village of Pinal de Amoles]] Due to a government scheme in the early 1990s to create infrastructure, the best roads are toll roads. Toll roads can be relatively costly but are much faster and better maintained. First-class buses generally travel by toll roads (and the toll is included in the ticket price). US vehicle insurance is not valid in Mexico. Mexican auto insurance has been required since 2018; if you have even a minor accident without insurance, you could land in jail. [http://www.mexipass.com/ MexiPass] and AAA offer Mexican auto insurance. When traveling on Mexican roads, especially near the borders with the United States and Guatemala, one will probably encounter several checkpoints operated by the Mexican Army searching for illegal weapons and drugs. If you are coming from the United States, you may not be used to this, and it can be intimidating. However, these are rarely a problem for honest people. Simply do what the soldiers tell you to do, and treat them with respect. The best way to show respect when entering a checkpoint is to turn your music down, lift sunglasses from your face, and be prepared to roll your window down. They should treat you with respect as well, and they usually do. If you are asked to unpack any part of your vehicle, do so without complaint. It is their right to make you completely unload in order for them to inspect your cargo. Tourists are often warned about travelling on roads at night. Although ''bandidos'' are rare in more metropolitan areas, err on the side of caution in more rural areas. The best bet is to drive during only daylight hours. Cattle, dogs, and other animals also can appear on the roadway unexpectedly, so if you do have to drive at night, be very cautious. If possible, follow a bus or truck that seems to be driving safely. Foreign drivers' licenses are recognized and recommended. Speeding tickets are common, and to ensure your presence at the hearing, the officer may choose to keep your license. He is within his rights to do so. Beware though, police officers are known to keep driver's licenses until they are given a bribe. At petrol (gas) stations, make sure the pump is zeroed out before the attendant begins pumping your gas so that you don't end up paying more than you should. Good maps are invaluable and the Mexico maps included in "North American Road Atlas" books are worse than useless. The Guia Roji maps are particularly good. If you arrive in Mexico by airplane but would like to drive around the country, all major car rental companies are present in Mexico. However, you must know that they operate under a franchise scheme, and therefore their policies and the overall way to do business are very different than those in other countries. Most of the times they will publish prices that may look very attractive, but may not include insurance, taxes and other mandatory fees, the best thing to do is call in advance to find out the final price to pay. There are some local companies which do include all bells and whistles in their rates, [https://www.veico.com/ Veico Car Rental]. [https://www.citycarrental.com/ City Car Rental] offers good prices and have rental offices as most major cities in Mexico. Throughout the mainland of North America including the Mexico, traffic moves on the right with most cars being left-hand-drive (as in Belize, Guatemala, and the United States). The only areas of North America that do not drive on the right are on some Caribbean Islands. ===By plane=== Major airlines hubs for all or several of the airlines are in [[Benito Juarez International Airport|Mexico City-Benito Juarez Airport]], Mexico City-Santa Lucia Airport (NLU), [[Guadalajara#By plane|Guadalajara]], [[Cancún International Airport]], and [[Monterrey#By plane|Monterrey]]. There are additional point to point services from several other cities. Budget airlines offer competitive fares that rival bus travel over long distances. The low-cost airlines are VivaAerobus and Volaris. The main airlines providing service to over 60 cities within Mexico are: * {{listing | name=Aeromexico/Aeromexico Connect | alt= | url=https://www.aeromexico.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 5133-4000 (MX) | tollfree=+1-800-237-6639 (US) | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=It is the 'national' and 'legacy' carrier with hubs in Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey. It is also a member of the SkyTeam Alliance. }} * {{listing | name=Mexicana | alt= | url=https://www.mexicana.gob.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-11-04 | content=In 2023, the Mexican government resurrected the formerly bankrupt carrier and will operate it as a state airline. Mexicana will initially focus on domestic routes only, serving all major cities and resort areas in Mexico. The airline operates on a hub and spoke model with all flights originating or ending at Mexico City - Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles (AIFA) ({{IATA|NLU}}) in the northern suburb of Santa Lucia. The airline uses Boeing 737 aircraft with some routes operated by TAR Aerolineas using Embraer aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=VivaAerobus | alt= | url=http://www.vivaaerobus.com/mx | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Low-cost, Ryanair-like airline with hubs in Cancun, Monterrey, Mexico City and Guadalajara and new focus cities in Merida and Puebla, and service from the USA. On the Viva Aerobus fares "Zero" and "Light", you cannot check in earlier than 4 hours and 8 hours before departure respectively. As of Nov 2021, the website and app won't tell you that if you try it earlier. Instead giving you a random error message or telling you to check-in at the airport for additional cost, which is not needed. }} * {{listing | name=Volaris | alt= | url=https://www.volaris.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 1102-8000 | tollfree=+1 855 865-2747 (US) | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Hubs are in Mexico City, Tijuana and Guadalajara with focus cities in Cancun, Monterrey and Leon. They also have an additional hub in San Jose Costa Rica and a focus city in Los Angeles, outside of Mexico. They have services to cities in the U.S., Costa Rica, El Salvador and Nicaragua. }} ===Regional carriers=== There are also small regional airlines operating within limited geographic areas. Regional airlines include: * {{listing | name=Aerus | alt= | url=https://flyaerus.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 811 495 5340 (only WhatsApp) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=Regional airline based in [[Monterrey]] serving Northern Mexico and the Gulf Coast, including destinations in Tamaulipas, Veracruz, Tabasco, and Yucatan. The airline also provides international service to Texas border cities, including McAllen, Laredo and Brownsville. Operates Cessna Caravan aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=Calafia Airlines | alt= | url=https://www.calafiaairlines.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 619 489-1439 (US) | tollfree=01 800 5603949 (MX) | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Operates scheduled flights between cities in the Baja California Peninsula and from the Baja California Peninsula to Chihuahua, Jalisco, Sonora and Sinaloa states. It connects the Baja California Peninsula to Leon (Guanajuato), Monterrey (Nuevo Leon), Mexico City and San Luis Potosi, all in the smaller aircraft. It connects Palenque and Tuxtla Gutierrez (Chiapas) to Mexico City and Cancun. It also offers charters and air taxi services. }} * {{listing | name=Aero Servicio Guerrero | alt=ASG | url=https://www.asg.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=| tollfree=01 800 82 33 153 | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Operates scheduled flights between cities in the Baja California Peninsula and to and from cities in the northwestern mainland states of Sonora and Sinaloa. Offers flights to some destinations not served by larger carriers. Flights are on Cessna Caravan or Embraer regional jet aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=Aerotucán | alt= | url=https://aerotaxisdemexico.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 951 502 0840, +52 951 187 6202 (WhatsApp) | tollfree=800 640-4140 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=Flies between Oaxaca City, Ciudad Ixtepec, Huatulco and Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca state in small planes like the Cessna Caravan. }} * {{listing | name=Cabo Flight Center | alt= | url=https://caboflightcenter.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-07-24 | content=Formerly operated as Señor Air, the rebranded regional carrier is still based out of [[Los Cabos]] ({{IATA|SJD}}) and still operates a limited route map with service to mainland destinations in Chihuahua, Sonora, Sinaloa and Jalisco using Embraer aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=TAR | alt= | url=http://www.tarmexico.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 2629-5272 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=Hub in Queretaro with focus cities in Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Puerto Vallarta to several destinations nationwide. Operates Embraer regional jets. }} ===By bus=== ==== Intercity buses==== See main article, [[Bus travel in Mexico]] Long-distance buses are an ideal way to experience Mexico. The executive and first-class buses are very modern, clean, and comfortable with bigger seats and more legroom than the first-class cabin of a modern aircraft. Costs are generally low, with first-class tickets costing only slightly more than a much slower second-class bus. All major cities and tourist destinations have good bus service. ==== City buses ==== Most larger cities have a mix of public bus services and privately run bus services. For example, in [[Mexico City]] there are several bus services that are part of the public Metro transportation including large, modern articulated buses that run in dedicated lanes on major arteries, as well as electric buses and traditional buses through most neighborhoods. In the city of [[Monterrey]], there are Metrobuses that operate as part of the city's public transit network, often connecting to the Metrorrey subway/light rail stations. There are also more than a dozen private bus companies, usually providing services to a well-defined section of the city. Using the city buses can be complicated, involving various transfers and sometimes multiple providers. Information about these may be in individual destination articles here, but is more reliable in the [https://moovitapp.com/ Moovit] app (available for iPhone or Android). ==== Colectivos, combis, peseros ==== Many cities in Mexico have privately operated van or small bus services that run along popular routes. These go by various names including ''peseros'', ''colectivos'', ''urbanos'', or ''combis''. Whatever you call them, they are sometimes vans and sometimes small buses with varying color codes depending on the city you are in and often identifying the operator or route. Usually the route taken is written on cardboard attached to the windshield or with wet and then dried soap or chalk on the windshield listing the local colonias (neighborhoods) and points of interest (Allende, WalMart, Soriana, malls, hospitals, universities, etc.) the routes are not numbered and the schedules are often informal. When a combi gets full, it leaves and won't pick up passengers along the way until somebody gets off. In some cities the pesero stops at marked bus stops while in others bus stops are uncommon and you are expect to signal the bus to pick you up (wave or hold out your hand) and drop you off when you want. If you don't find a stop button in a pesero; just shout the word ''bajo!'' for it to stop. Fares are cheap and vary from M$5-15 (Feb 2022) approximately. ===By carpooling === You can check, if there are rides offered for your route on Blablacar. Especially between bigger cities the chances are good. In order to see the prices in pesos, you need to (re)install the app and choose Mexican pesos. Prices are about 30-50% less than taking an intercity bus. ===By train=== [[File:Tren maya en Mérida Teya 01.jpg|thumb|Tren Maya]] Intercity trains are slowly making a comeback in Mexico, after a 25-year hiatus. The vast majority of cities are not served but as of 2025 a few lines have opened and there are plans for major expansions over the coming years. * [https://www.trenmaya.gob.mx/ ''Tren Maya''] serves the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]] and the [[Riviera Maya]]. The route goes along the Caribbean coast between [[Cancun]] and [[Chetumal]] at the Belize border. It provides access to [[Merida]] and has stations at archaeological sites like [[Chichen Itza]], [[Edzna]], [[Tulum]], and [[Palenque]]. * [https://www.pasajerosinteroceanico.com.mx/ ''Tren Interoceánico''] runs across the Tehuantepec isthmus between [[Salina Cruz]] on the Pacific Ocean and [[Coatzalcocos]] on the Gulf of Mexico coast. Tren Interoceanico also has a line that connects Coatzalcocos to [[Palenque]] where passengers can transfer to the Tren Maya. * ''El Insurgente'' is an intercity train in [[Mexico State]] connecting to the [[Mexico City]] Metro at the Observatorio station. ====Tourist trains==== [[File:Copper Canyon Railway.jpg|thumb|''El Chepe'' through the Copper Canyon]] The most famous tourist train in Mexico is the [https://chepe.mx/en/ ''Ferrocarril Chihuahua al Pacífico''] (Chihuahua-Pacific Railway or ''El Chepe'') between [[Los Mochis]], [[Sinaloa]], and the town of [[Creel]], [[Chihuahua]], through the gorgeous [[Copper Canyon]]. In the state of Jalisco there are a couple of lines which travel from the state capital city of [[Guadalajara]] to the nearby tequila distilleries in the small town of Amatitlan on the [https://www.tequilaexpress.mx/ ''Tequila Express''] and to the Jose Cuervo distilleries in the town of [[Tequila]] on the [http://www.josecuervoexpress.com ''Jose Cuervo Express'']. There is also a tourist train that runs from [[Tijuana]] to [[Tecate]] (and back again) on Saturdays. ===By taxi=== Ride-hailing is available in Mexico and the following are the most anticipated providers. There may be destinations where the service is not available due to differences with local cab groups. * {{go | name=Uber | alt= | url=https://www.uber.com/global/en/cities/mexico-city | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=Works in Mexico City and other cities. }} * {{go | name=Cabify | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} * {{go | name=Didi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} * {{go | name=Bolt | alt= | url=https://bolt.eu | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=Includes three cities. }} Many drivers in Mexico do not like payment by credit card. If you're having trouble hailing a ride, try switching to cash payment. ===By thumb=== One upside of the high petroleum prices is that hitching is beginning to be more common in Mexico again, particularly the rural areas. In areas near big cities, hitching should be more difficult, and is not really advisable for security reasons. However, in village areas, this will be really possible and most likely a nice experience. Since villagers have always had a hard time affording gas, and nowadays many are turning to picking up paying hitchhikers as a way to afford the next trip into town. Baja California, the Sierra Tarahumara and Oaxaca and Chiapas all have good possibilities for the hitchhiker. [[Hitchhiking]] possibilities vary according to region. Mexican culture is often accepting of hitchhiking and it's a common practice among Mexican youngsters going to the beach in Easter vacations, though in some cases a money contribution is expected for gas because of its relatively high prices. You should make it clear that you have no money to offer before accepting the ride, if this is the case. If you're willing to pay, trucks will often provide lifts for about half the price of a bus ticket. Of course you may be able to negotiate a better deal. Hitchhiking is considered fairly safe and easy in the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]. ==Talk== {{see also|Spanish phrasebook}} '''Spanish''' is the ''de facto'' national language. Spanish is used by virtually the whole population and all public communications (signs, documents, media, etc.) are conducted in the language. Mexico has one of the richest diversity of more than 60 '''indigenous languages''' spoken with official recognition. These languages are spoken within the communities that are largely segregated from mainstream mestizo society. About 5% of Mexicans speak an indigenous language. Most of these communities are fluent in Spanish as well. Many Mexicans do not speak English, even though it is understood by many in Mexico City, tour guides, and workers in popular tourist attractions. Because of this, a good knowledge of Spanish is essential for the independent traveller. The most popular foreign languages to learn within Mexico after English are French, Italian, German and Japanese. German, French, and Russian may be known by some in the tourism industry, but among clerks, policemen, and drivers (most particularly the last) there is basically no such thing as knowledge of foreign languages. Bilingual signs in Spanish and English might be available in popular tourist destinations. ==See== [[File:Tochimilco portada.jpg|thumbnail|Popocatépetl's 16th century monasteries are World Heritage Sites]] Many travelers come to see Mexico's natural wonders, including: * '''Copper Canyon''' - ride the train through an enormous canyon system in the northwestern mountains * '''Mesoamerican Barrier Reef''' - scuba dive the coral reefs in the warm waters of the Mexican Caribbean * '''Sea of Cortez''' - see migrating whales, sea lions, dolphins and more * '''Volcano Belt''' - climb Mexico's highest mountain peaks and see active, dormant, and inactive volcanoes There are 35 [[UNESCO World Heritage Site|UNESCO world heritage sites]] in Mexico as of 2018, more than anywhere else in the Americas. Most of them are in the cultural category and relate to either the pre-Columbian civilizations in the area or to early colonial cities established by the Spanish ''conquistadores'' and missionaries. Much of Mexico is mountainous with some mountains rising higher than 5,000 m over the sea level. Mexico is on the border of two bioregions; both [[North American wildlife]] and [[Central and South American wildlife]] can be seen in the country. A number of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves are in Mexico as well as a number of RAMSAR wetlands. The Mexican Tourism Ministry (SECTUR) has a program called ''[[Pueblos Magicos]]'' to identify and develop tourist programs in smaller, lesser known destinations. Towns designated as Pueblos Magicos usually are rich in colonial heritage, maintain cultural traditions, or offer spectacular natural wonders. These towns are the kinds of places a couple would go for a romantic weekend because they often feature interesting historical sites in a quaint setting with local bed and breakfast inns, regional cuisine in the local restaurants, and good accessibility from major cities. == Do == The warm Mexican climate, spectacular nature and long coastline make the country great for [[outdoor life]], especially [[water sport]]. [[File:Tulum - 01.jpg|thumb|Mayan Ruins of Tulum]] * '''Surfing''' – [[Baja California]], [[Vallarta]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] * '''Sea kayaking''' – Baja California * '''Snorkeling''' – Baja California, Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, etc. * '''[[Diving in Mexico|Scuba diving]]''' – Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas etc., and cave diving in the cenotes of the Yucatán Peninsula. * '''Whale watching''' – Baja California, [[Guerrero Negro]], [[Mazunte]], [[Zipolite]] * '''White water rafting''' – Veracruz * '''Visit a volcano''' – Mexico, Toluca etc. * '''Take a ride on the Copper Canyon Railway''' * '''Enjoy the beautiful coast line and beaches of Oaxaca''' – [[Huatulco]], [[Mazunte]], [[Zipolite]], Puerto Angel, [[Puerto Escondido]], etc. * Go for a '''horseback ride''' in the Copper Canyon * '''Visit the archaeological sites''' like Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba, Monte Alban, Calakmul, Palenque, etc. * '''Volunteering''' – Chiapas, Xalapa, Veracruz or many other destinations * '''Visit ecological parks''' – [[Mayan Riviera]], [[Chiapas]], [[Tamaulipas]] * '''Trekking and viewing cave paintings''' [[Baja California]] ===Sports=== '''[[Association football|Football]]''' (soccer) is Mexico's national sport, and its top men's league, the '''[http://www.ligamx.net/ Liga MX]''', is one of the best funded outside Europe. The big four teams in the Liga MX are '''[http://www.clubamerica.com.mx América]''', '''[http://www.chivasdecorazon.com.mx Chivas]''', '''[http://www.cruzazulfc.com Cruz Azul]''' and '''[http://www.pumas.mx/ Pumas]'''. The rivalry between [[Guadalajara]]'s Chivas and [[Mexico City]]'s América, known as ''El Súper Clásico'', ''El Clásico de Clásicos'' or just ''El Clásico'', is the biggest in Mexico, and fixtures between the two sides are guaranteed to draw partisan sell-out crowds. In [[Northern Mexico]], the biggest game of the year is the ''Clasico Regio'', pitting Monterrey's two top teams against each other. The Mexican national team is also a regional powerhouse, and matches against its northern neighbor, the [[United States]], are particularly charged affairs. '''Baseball''' is the second biggest team sport in the country with two leagues, [https://www.milb.com/mexican/ Liga Mexicana de Beisbol] (LMB) and the [https://www.lmp.mx/ Liga Pacifica] (LMP)(sponsored by ARCO). The best players make it to Major League Baseball teams in the U.S., but that is not a universal goal in Mexico, where many players enjoy long careers (particularly in the Mexican League teams) and are relatively well paid. The Liga Mexicana began in 1925. It is organized as two divisions, North and South, with 18 teams playing a 114-game season, from April to September. Teams are located in many popular tourist destinations including [[Cancun]] (Tigres), [[Mexico City]] (Diablos Rojos), [[Guadalajara]] (Mariachis), [[Monterrey]] (Sultanes), and [[Tijuana]] (Toros). The LMP is a winter league with 10 teams, mostly in the states of [[Sinaloa]] and [[Sonora]], but with teams in [[Mexicali]] (Aguilas), [[Guadalajara]] (Charros), and [[Monterrey]] (Sultanes). Monterrey and Guadalajara are the two cities with teams in both leagues, so you can catch a game there at almost any time of the year. '''[[American Football]]''' has a long tradition in Mexico but has often been relegated to third fiddle by the more popular soccer and baseball. Estadio Azteca has seen a handful of NFL games (including, at a time, the best attended NFL game in league history up to that point) and besides a long-standing college league, there is now also a professional league with teams focused in and around Mexico City. '''[[Bullfighting]]''', also referred to as ''la fiesta brava'', is a popular (but declining) spectator sport with a long Hispanic tradition stretching back as far as 2,000 years. Tradition crashes headlong into the modern world when it comes to bullfighting, where animal rights activists fight a constantly escalating war against bullfighting. Proponents of bullfighting point not only to the colorful traditions, but to the fact that the "industry" supporting bullfighting creates 18,000 jobs nationwide. Activists say it's a barbaric, bloodthirsty tradition that has no place in a civilized world. The debate is ongoing and while Mexico City's first bullfight was held in 1526, many people would be happy if no 500th anniversary could take place. Mexico City's Plaza de Toros (Plaza Monumental) is the world's largest bullring and is regarded as being part of the "triple crown" of bullfighting, alongside Madrid and Sevilla. While animal rights activists succeeded in having bullfights blocked in Mexico City in 2022, the case was overturned on appeal and bullfights have resumed in the capital. Bullfights usually occur between November and March, but the season varies by location. In [[Tijuana]], bullfights occur between April and October. In some smaller towns, bullfights are held only in conjunction with large festivals. In any case, travellers who might want a genuine bullfight experience should make plans to visit Mexico soon because the tradition of bullfighting may not last forever. ==Buy== ===Money=== {{exchange rates | currency=Mexican peso | currencyCode=M$ | date=August 2026 | USD=17 | EUR=19 | GBP=23 | CAD=12 | source=[https://www.xe.com/currency/mxn-mexican-peso XE.com] }} The currency of Mexico is the ''peso'', denoted in Mexico as "'''$'''" (ISO code '''MXN''') and in Wikivoyage as "'''M$'''". It is divided into 100 ''centavos''. Prices in US dollars (in tourist areas) are labeled "US$" or sport an ''S'' with a double stroke. Coins are issued in denominations of 5, 10 (steel), 20, and 50 centavos (brass; new 50-centavo coins issued from 2011 onwards are steel and smaller in size) and 1, 2, 5 (steel ring, brass center), 10, 20, 50, and 100 pesos (brass ring, steel or silver center), but it's extremely rare to find coins valued at more than 10 pesos. Banknotes are produced in denominations of 20 (blue or green and pink), 50 (pink-red or purple), 100 (red), 200 (green), 500 (brown or blue), and 1,000 (purple and pink for the latest issue, purple for older issues) pesos. The current issue of 20-, 50- and 100-peso bills are made from polymer plastic, and there are several different series of all banknotes. Ten-peso notes exist, but are very rare and no longer issued and accepted, but remain legal tender. ====Acceptance of other currency==== "Old" pesos (coins and banknotes issued before 1993) are no longer accepted, but are usually collected by numismatists. Merchants may accept US dollars at a lower exchange rate. US dollars are sometimes accepted in border towns and in some tourist areas. Even when US dollars are accepted, pesos are preferred. Other currencies such as the euro, pound sterling, and Swiss franc are generally not accepted by merchants, and even banks headquartered in Europe may refuse to accept euros for exchange. On the other hand, most banks and exchange offices (''casas de cambio'') will accept them. If you arrive from the south and still carry Central American currency, try to exchange them as soon as possible, as outside of the immediate border area not even banks will accept them. As all Central American countries either have the US dollar as their national currency (El Salvador and Panama) or have it circulating to varying degrees as a ''de facto'' second currency and virtually all banks in Central America and most banks in Mexico accept US dollars (usually at better rates than any other currency) your best bet is to "triangulate" your money from local currency to dollars and from dollars to pesos rather than exchanging them directly, which can be difficult and expensive. Should you have forgotten to exchange your money and the banks are closed, street money changers (called ''coyotes'' or ''cambistas'') don't have fixed opening hours and often have better rates. Be careful, however, as they do from time to time rip off foreign visitors with bogus calculators, wrong rates and counterfeit or outdated (and thus worthless) bills. ====Money exchange==== If you have brought cash in US dollars or euros, the best places to change your money are at an arrival airport (such as Mexico City and Cancun), where many money exchanges are located already in the arrival hall (where you can also compare some exchange rates and choose the most convenient) and, normally, at airports, the exchange rate is usually fair. Be sure to pass through Customs before looking for foreign exchange as inside the customs zone in Cancun the rate is far lower than the greediest street vendors ask. If you would like to wait until later to obtain Mexican currency, try not to change at your hotel, as the rates there tend to be extremely disadvantageous for tourists. However, some hotels provide exchanges as a courtesy, in this case it is best to ask just to make sure. Often, you can find money exchanges at strategic places in most tourist destinations and near the hotel (zones). The exchanges rates should not differ drastically from the ones at airport. If you are unfamiliar with Mexican money (bills, coins), try to stick to official foreign exchange booths. In several internationally popular beach destinations like Cancun and Los Cabos, local merchants are accustomed to US dollars and will often accept them as payment (they even have dual-currency cash registers and drawers). However, do bear in mind that the convenience of such “private” money exchange usually comes with a slightly unfavorable exchange rate. ===Shopping=== [[File:2013-12-27 Oaxaca Markt 03 anagoria.JPG|thumbnail|Spices for sale at a market in Oaxaca]] If there is no price tag, ''ask for the price first''. The simple question is "¿Cuánto cuesta?" and is easily understood by Mexicans. Some shops show the price in '''pesitos'''. That's the diminutive of peso and means the same. * Weights are measured in kilograms. Length is measured in centimeters and meters. * For clothes and shoe sizes, the "Continental" measurements are used. Merchants can be picky about the state of your paper money and may scrutinize it and reject anything with rips. Try to keep it in as pristine condition as possible. Reputedly, this is more the case the farther south you go. In any case, you can easily enter a bank with some damaged bill to get it exchanged into another one. Merchants are often reluctant to make change in smaller towns. Try to avoid paying with overly large denominations; the best customer has exact change. In rural areas, your 'change' may consist of chiclets or other small commodities. Merchants, specially those in small markets ("tianguis") and street vendors are no strangers to haggling. Try asking "¿Es lo menos?" ("Is this the smallest price?"), The more rural and less touristy the area you're likely to have more success. *'''[[Mexican artesanias|Artesanias]]'''. A visit to anywhere in Mexico will give one the opportunity to buy art made in the "old world" manner that reflects the diverse ethnicity of Mexico. Included in these articles would be textiles, wood carvings, paintings and carved masks that are used on sacred dances and burials. In many parts of Mexico, artists welcome visitors to their workshops to see how things are made and often to buy "direct from the source". *'''Timeshares'''. When visiting the '''resort''' cities of Mexico (e.g. Cancun, Puerto Vallarta or similar), it is more than common to be approached on the streets, in bars, in restaurants and anywhere with offers of gifts, free rental cars, free nights, free dinners, free anything that may appeal to you, just for visiting and listening to a presentation to buy a timeshare. Unless you are severely desperate for something to do, you may want to ignore those making the offer and stay away from those ''free'' offers. While the properties are very nice, great locations and plenty of amenities, this is not the place to ''learn'' about timeshares. Do your homework before even thinking about buying a timeshare, see what the values are in the ''resale'' market and understand the ''rights'' you are buying and the future costs. Collecting on the ''free'' offers may be difficult, if not impossible. * '''Automobiles'''. It's certainly worth going over and importing a car back from there, although importing it to the EU/US standards is the hard part. Recommended are the Ford Fusion (like the British Ford Mondeo, but more upmarket) and the Chrysler 200 (the 2.4 model is worth it). Volkswagens can be substantially better-equipped than European or North American counterparts. The Passat sold in Mexico is not the same car as in Europe, and is substantially bigger, however, engines are the same as in Europe, except for the 2.5 petrol. * '''Cuban cigars'''. are a fun novelty for tourists from the US and are widely available. It's still illegal to bring them back to the US, although the worst that's likely to happen is they'll be confiscated by customs. ====Credit and debit cards==== Credit and debit cards (with Maestro or MasterCard/Visa affiliation) are widely accepted in Mexico. You can use them at ATMs as well as in most department stores, bigger restaurants, gas stations, but be sure that outside cities you always carry sufficient cash in pesos, and generally verify the possibility to pay with card before consumption. Smaller (often family run) businesses often accept only cash. Most of the time, an extra 5% when paying with card is added. Also, you cannot get lower prices if you haggle unless you pay cash. While many Pemex stations accept credit cards, especially in locations that have heavy tourist traffic, some do not; travellers who intend to pay by credit card should always ask the attendant if the card is accepted before pumping begins. ====ATMs==== Bank of America customers can avoid ATM fees by using Santander Serfin ATMs. Other banks may have similar policies, check with your respective institution. For example, Banamex bank is owned by Citibank/Citigroup, and Bancomer is owned by BBVA, which is related to Chase in the United States. Ask to your bank if they have relation with Mexican banks, and the advantages that such ally can provide. Otherwise, do not be surprised to find yourself with a fee for each withdrawal. ATMs ask you if you want to accept the shown fee. In some ATMs you need to put your credit card inside crosswise. 5 Lowest ATM fees used with UK issued Mastercard, January 2024: Inbursa M$22.04, BanBajio M$23.20, Banca Mifel M$26.68, BanCoppel M$29, CitiBanamex M$30.74. As of January 2024, other fees are: Banco Azteca M$34.80, Santander M$34.80, HSBC M$35.84, Banorte M$58.00, Multiva M$67.28, Banregio M$81.20, BBVA M$174 pesos There is no difference between Mastercard and Visa. ATMs in smaller towns can run out of currency; sometimes this is a regular occurrence. Check with the bank (or locals) about the best time to use the ATM and never wait until the last minute to get cash. ===Tipping=== [[Tipping]] in Mexico is similar to the United States. It is usually from 10 to 15%. Meals have a 10% to 15% tip (this includes fast food deliveries). This tip is usually left by most people in restaurants, although it is not so common in street restaurants or stands, where the tenders usually have a can or box where people deposit coins. It is generally common to leave a tip on the table after paying and therefore having small change is very useful. Mexican bars and night clubs often charge directly to the bill 15% of the total amount (taxes included). That is illegal in most cases because of the imposition of the tip and because they calculate the 15% with taxes included. In large groups, or in nightclubs the barmen expect the customers to deposit their tip in a cup left on the table before serving the drinks so the service they give is in function with the tip they received. It is also customary to give a tip to the person who sometimes guard the car as if they were valet parking; in Mexico these people are often called ''viene viene'' (literally: "comes, comes") or ''franeleros'' and usually people give them M$3-20 depending on the zone, although they sometimes ask for bigger sums of money when the car is left close to a night life area. In medium and large retail stores such as Wal-Mart there are uniformed helpers, usually children or the elderly, who bag the products just after the clerk has scanned them. This role is called ''cerillo'' (Spanish for "match"). It is common for these helpers to not have a basic salary, so all the money earned is from the tips people give them. Most customers give M$2-5 depending on the number of products. Cerillos also put the bags in the cart and if the load is large they can even help bringing it to the car and unloading the bags; in these cases, they normally receive more than M$15. Tipping is not expected in cabs or buses, except when it is a tour. In some populated Mexican restaurants wandering musicians enter, play, and expect the customers to pay something, although this is voluntary. In filling stations, the workers usually get M$2-5 for every gasoline load. In stadiums people give a small tip to the person who shows the place where they should sit. Tips are also given to bellboys, barbers and people that work in similar services. ==Eat== {{see also|Mexican cuisine}} [[File:TacoPlacesPetatlan.JPG|thumbnail|Taco stalls]] [[Mexican cuisine]] can be described better as a collection of various regional cuisines rather than a standard list of dishes for the whole country. Because of climate, geography and ethnic differences, we can classify Mexican cuisine broadly in 4 great categories according to the region: * '''Northern''' – Mostly meat dishes done mainly from beef and goat. This includes Cabrito, Carne Asada (Barbecue) and Arrachera. It is influenced by international cuisine (mostly from the United States and Europe), but it retains the essential Mexican flavor. * '''Central''' – This region is influenced by the rest of the country, but has its own well-developed local flavor in dishes such as Pozole, Menudo and Carnitas. Dishes are mostly corn-based and with different spices. * '''Southeastern''' – Is known for its spicy vegetable and chicken-based dishes. Caribbean cuisine have influences here because of the location. * '''Coast''' – Has a strong emphasis on seafood and fish, but corn-based recipes can be easily found as well. Ask for the "platillo tipico" of the town, which is the local speciality that may not be found elsewhere, a variation, or the birthplace of a recipe. Also consider that most of the recipes change from place to place: for example, tamales in the south are made with the banana plant leaves, and in the Huasteca region tamales are very big (they are called "Zacahuil"); one is OK for a complete family.[[File:Gordita.jpg|thumbnail|Gordita]]If you are travelling here from [[Spain]] or elsewhere in [[Latin America]], keep in mind that many Mexican dishes can have the same name, but be very different from their counterparts elsewhere. For instance, a Mexican ''tamal'' is very different from a Colombian ''tamal'', and a Mexican ''tortilla'' bears virtually no similarity at all to a Spanish ''tortilla''. Traditional Mexican food can often be very spicy; if you are not used to peppers, always ask if your food includes it. "(''¿Esto tiene chile? Es picante?'')." There are many [[street food|food carts]] on the streets of Mexican cities and towns. Travelers are advised to eat from these carts with caution, as hygienic preparation practices are not always reliable. You can measure the quality of food by popularity; do not eat in lonely places, even if they are restaurants or hotels. Consider that Mexicans eat their main meal in the middle of the afternoon (around 3 o'clock), with breakfast or "almuerzo", a mid-morning affair after a very light something, like a small plate of fruit or a roll with coffee, in the very early morning. Although, many Mexicans have large breakfasts in the morning. Later, at night the meal varies from very light, such as sweet rolls or breads, coffee or hot chocolate, to heavy dinner, such as pozole, tacos, and tamales. Schedule your meals accordingly and you will get a better perspective on the gauge of how busy (popular) a restaurant is. In doing so, you may (or may not) find some of the most unique and genuinely Mexican dishes you've ever had. From these vendors, you may find tacos, burgers, bread, roasted field corn or elote served with mayonnaise, or a light cream, and sprinkled with fresh white cheese, roasted sweet potato called camote, and almost any kind of food and service you would imagine. * '''Chicharrón''' – Deep fried pork skin. Quite crunchy and if well-prepared slightly oily. Heavenly spread with guacamole. Or sometimes cooked in a mild chili sauce and served with eggs. * '''Enchiladas''' – Chicken or meat stuffed soft tortillas covered with green, red or mole sauce. Some may have melted cheese inside and/or on top. * '''Tacos''' – Soft corn tortillas filled with meat (asada (steak strips), pollo (shredded chicken), carnitas (fried shredded pork), lengua (cow tongue), cabeza (meat from cow skull), sesos (cow brains), tripa (cow gut), al pastor (chili, pork, beef cut from a spit) or chorizo (pork sausage)). In the north sometimes flour tortillas are used. Do not expect the crispy taco shell anywhere. * '''Tamales''' (singular ''tamal'') – corn dough shell with meat or vegetable fillings. Tamales Dulces contain fruit and/or nuts. * '''Tortas''' – Fancy Mexican sandwich. Bread roll that is grilled lightly, meat fillings are same as tacos: lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, beans, onion, mayonnaise and avocado. One is beginning to find tortas with the American styled cold cuts available, as well, in urban areas. * '''Huitlacoche''' – (wit-la-ko-che) A fungus, much like mushrooms, found in corn. This dish is usually an additive to others. Foreigners might find it hard to stomach but Mexicans swear by it. Although most Mexicans love huitlacoche, most do not prepare it in their own home very frequently. It can be found in most markets or stores. * '''Quesadillas''' – Cheese or other ingredients grilled in between corn tortillas, heavy on cheese and lighter on other items such as chicken, pork, beans, squash flower blossoms and such. * '''Mole''' – Mild to medium chili based sauce made with cocoa and a hint of peanut over meat, usually served with shredded chicken or turkey. ('Pollo en mole' and this is known as Puebla or poblano style). There are many regional moles and some are green, yellow, black and can vary greatly in flavor depending on the artistic talent or preferences involved. * '''Pozole''' – Chicken or pork broth with hominy corn, spiced when served with oregano, lettuce, lemon juice, radish, chopped onion, dried ground chile and other ingredients such as chicken, pork, or even seafood, usually served with a side dish of tostadas, fried potato and fresh cheese tacos. Very fortifying. * '''Gorditas''' – corn patty stuffed with chicharron, chicken, cheese, etc. topped with cream, cheese and hot sauce. * '''Grillo''' – Grasshopper, usually cooked and placed inside another dish such as a quesadilla. It is frequently found in markets in the state of Morelos and other central Mexico states. This is not common in Mexico City. * '''Guacamole''' – crushed avocado sauce with green serrano chile, chopped red tomato and onion, lime juice, salt, and served with somewhat thick (1/8 inch) fried tortilla slices or "totopos". * '''Tostadas''' – fried flat tortilla topped with fried beans, lettuce, cream, fresh cheese, sliced red tomato and onion, hot sauce, and chicken or other main ingredient. Think a corn chip dippers, on low dose steroids, for salsas and as above. You do not usually get a plate of this automatically in many parts of Mexico as you would in the US, although they are starting to show up in resort areas that cater to US nationals automatically. * '''Huaraches''' – a bigger (think shoe-shaped) version of a gordita. * '''Sopes''' – corn patty topped with a wide variety of ingredients such as chicken, cheese, mashed beans, and various hot sauces. * '''Carnitas''' – deep fried pork meat served with a variety of salsa, to get them dry with less grease. * '''Chile en nogada''' – A big green Poblano chile with a beef or pork apple stuffing, covered with a white nut (usually walnut, known as ''nuez'') sauce and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds which happen to be red. The three colors represent the national flag and the dish is served nationwide around Mexican Independence Day (16 September). * '''Barbacoa''' – Sheep or goat meat cooked with maguey leaves in an oven made at a hole in the ground. Think BBQ heaven without the hickory smoke or catsup-based BBQ sauce. Served with condiments and salsas in corn tortilas and sometimes in a torta bread roll. * '''Sopa de Tortilla''' – tortilla chips soup usually of chicken broth, plain or with a touch of tomato flavor, and usually mild and not at all hot. Commonly served with diced avocado and fresh crumbled white cheese on top. * '''Chilaquiles''' – tortilla chips with a green tomatillo, or red tomato, or mild chili sauce, Usually served with chicken or eggs on top or within. Usually a mild dish. * '''Migas''' – is a typical dish in the center of the country which is a guajillo chile broth with soaked bread, which you can add the pork bones with meat or eggs. You may see a sign with '''"orden de tacos"'''. This means usually 5 pieces, if there is no other amount stated. The word ''orden'' is also used for other types of Mexican food. There is breakfast in McDonald's that you may not find in other countries. It includes:<br> • McMolletes<br> • McMuffin Huevo y Salchicha<br> • McMuffin a la Mexicana<br> • Hotcakes con Salchichas<br> • Desayuno Especial Mexicano<br> • McBurrito a la Mexicana for M$30 (Dec 2021)<br> Basic burgers you may not find in other countries during the day are for about M$30 (Dec 2021):<br> • Hamburguesa Gourmet<br> • Hamburguesa Especial con lechuga ==Drink== [[File:Venta de tequila en Tequila Jalisco México..JPG|thumbnail|Tequila store in [[Tequila]]]] Tap water is potable, but generally not recommended for drinking. Hotels usually give guests one (large) bottle of drinking water per room per night. Bottled water is also readily available in supermarkets and at tourist attractions. * Absinthe is legal in Mexico. * Tequila, distilled from Agave (a specific type of cactus) * Pulque, ferment made from Maguey * Mezcal, similar to tequila but distilled from Maguey * Raicilla, a type of mezcal made in Jalisco * Pox, whisky meets rum, distilled from grains and cane sugar, made in Chiapas * Tepache, ferment made from pineapple * Tuba, made from coconut palm tree [[File:Modelo Negra and Victoria beer bottles.jpg|thumb|A Mexican dark lager (Modelo Negra) and golden lager (Victoria)]] There are also several Mexican beers, most of which are available outside Mexico, these include Corona (popular, but not necessarily as overwhelmingly popular in Mexico as many foreigners think), Dos Equis (XX) and Modelo Especial. Lighter Mexican beers are often served with lime and salt, though many Mexicans do not drink beer in this fashion. In some places you will find beer served as a prepared drink called "Michelada" or simply "Chelada". The formula varies depending on the place, but it's usually beer mixed with lime juice and various sauces and spices on ice served in a salt rim glass. Spicy beer is available in supermarkets; try it, it will be an experience. Other variation called "Cubana" includes Clamato cocktail, soybean sauce, salt and a little bit of hot sauce. Mexico produces wine in several different areas, the most important of which is the [[Valle de Guadalupe]] in [[Baja California]], which accounts for more than 90% of Mexico's total wine production. The second largest wine region is in the Bajio state of [[Queretaro (state)|Queretaro]] centered on the town of [[Ezequiel Montes]]. Wine is also produced in the states of [[Sonora]], [[Coahuila]], and [[Guanajuato (state)|Guanajuato]]. Most Mexicans tend to prefer European or Chilean imports, but Mexican wines are becoming more popular as they continue to earn accolades in the press and in competitions. In the prestigious 2023 Concours Mundial de Bruxelles, the top point getter was Cenzontle Blanco from [[Valle de Guadalupe]], beating out thousands of wines from around the world. Non alcoholic beverages: * Chocolate * Atole * Horchata (rice based drink) * Agua de Jamaica (hibiscus iced tea, similar to karkadai in Egypt) * Licuados de fruta (fruit smoothies and milkshakes) * Champurrado (thick chocolate drink) * Refrescos (common sodas, generally sweet and made with cane sugar, not corn syrup as in the United States). [[File:Champurrado thenewplace sf.jpg|thumbnail|Champurrado]] The legal drinking age in Mexico is 18, but not strictly enforced. In many places, consumption of alcohol in public ("open container") is illegal and usually punishable by a day in jail. Be aware of waitresses and barmen, especially at night clubs. If you are not aware of your consumption and how much you already spent, they can add a few more drinks to your account. Some do this, not all. Alcoholmeters are widely used in driving roads If drinking, always have a designated driver. Driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage will result in 1 to 3 days in jail. Mexico, especially the southern state of Chiapas, produces excellent coffee. Café con leche, usually one part coffee to one part steamed milk, is very popular. Unfortunately, many places in Mexico that are not cafés serve Nescafe instant coffee, so you may have to search for the good coffee, but it's there. Mineral water is popular in many regions of Mexico. Topo Chico is the most widely available brand by a very wide margin. ==Learn== [[File:Flag of Mexico in Acapulco.jpg|thumbnail|Hornos Beach in Acapulco]] The most important Universities in Mexico include the '''UNAM''', ranked 73rd worldwide, and the best in Latin America. Its main campus is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Murals in the main campus were painted by some of the most recognized artists in Mexican history, such as Diego Rivera and David Alfaro Siqueiros. '''IPN''' (Instituto Politécnico Nacional), '''ITESM''' (Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, located in Monterrey but with branch campuses in many other Mexican cities) the '''Iberoamerican University''' (Universidad Iberoamericana, part of the Jesuit University System) and '''Universidad Anahuac'''. [[File:Chichen Itza 21.JPG|thumbnail|Chichen Itza, one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world]] Most of the government-funded universities on mayor cities (state capital) have short courses on history, gastronomy and cultural subjects, most of them are almost free. Other places are the "Casa de la Cultura", (house of culture) that are historical buildings used for cultural related activities (music concerts, theater, paint and other exhibits, they also have "talleres" (workshops). Most places have programs for foreigners to learn Spanish, or even study a whole degree. There are some other courses where you can learn traditional Mexican activities such as handcrafts. There are Spanish language schools throughout Mexico. The city with the most schools is Cuernavaca, with more than 50 schools. Oaxaca, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato also offer a number of schools to choose from. Prices vary; however, most schools are very reasonably priced. Many schools can arrange homestays with local Mexican families. ==Work== Working may require a work visa, which is difficult to get if you just want to freelance for a short time. Many important headquarters are located throughout the main cities of Mexico. Top Mexican corporations such as Televisa, Bimbo, Cemex, Telmex and Vitra are often willing to hire professionals who are native English speakers as much of their business is developed alongside North American corporations. Native English speakers can pick up work as English teachers. The upside is that English speakers with no knowledge of Spanish are appreciated, because they will force their students to practice English. The downside is that salaries are somewhat low. ==Sleep== [[File:Plazadeliberacion1.jpg|thumbnail|Plaza de liberación and the cathedral, Guadalajara]] Several hotel chains are available throughout Mexico, including Palace Resorts, Le Blanc Spa Resort, Best Western, Holiday Inn, CityExpress, Fiesta Inn, Fairmont, Hilton, Ritz, Camino Real, Marriott (Sheraton, W, Westin, Four Points) and many others. Rates have risen considerably, though most are still reasonable compared to similar U.S. or European hotels. Chain accommodations are usually clean and comfortable, good for business travelers, but not necessarily for those wanting to experience Mexico itself. There are also many all-inclusive resorts for those visiting the major beach destinations. Boutique hotels are found all over the country; price range varies but all of them are rich in Mexican traditions, elegance and charm, the perfect way to experience the cultural heritage of each state. A great source of information is Melba Levick's book ''Mexicasa,'' found in many libraries and online bookstores. Otherwise an authentic accommodation can usually be found by asking locals or gringos, especially in the smaller towns. Smaller hotels and motels along the roadside may not be safe or comfortable. If you are unsure about conditions or the safety of the room, ask to see it before paying. This will not be considered rude. Decent hotels for a low budget are usually found around the central bus station of a town. If you are going to stay at cheaper hotels in cooler areas in the winter consider bringing extra clothes, an electric blanket or a sleeping bag, as there is power, but no heat. And although it may get quite hot by afternoon outside, adobe and cement are like fridges. An electric tea kettle is also a good idea, as hot water might not be available when you want it. There is a large backpacker culture in Mexico, and there are many hostels offering dorm accommodation and private rooms. You can expect to pay M$100-300 (Nov 2021) for a night in a dorm, sometimes including breakfast. Hostels are a fantastic place to share information with fellow travelers, and you can often find people who have been to your future destinations. If you're travelling with children, use a plastic case (with wheels and a handle) as luggage, and it can be used as a bathtub for the kids if necessary. Budget hotels rarely, if ever, have bathtubs. ==Stay safe== {{cautionbox | Some governments advise that you '''should not travel''' to several states because of high levels of crime, unreliable law enforcement assistance, and violence related to drug trafficking. Resort areas and tourist destinations in Mexico generally do not see the levels of drug-related violence and crime reported in the border region and in areas along major trafficking routes. Check the advisories below for current information. | us=https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/mexico-travel-advisory.html | uk=https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/mexico | canada=https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/mexico | australia=https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/mexico | lastedit=2025-09-08}} Mexico has a reputation for being a dangerous country — a reputation that's not entirely unwarranted — but the average traveller should not be too overly concerned or cautious of their surroundings. A lot of the crime occurs between those involved in the drug trade or organised crime. (See [[#Drug traffic issues|drug traffic issues]] for more information)[[File:Policia turistica ciudad mexico.jpg|thumbnail|Mounted tourist police, Mexico City]]In most cities, location is very important as security changes from place to place. Areas close to downtown (''centro'') are safer to walk at night, especially on the "Plaza", "Zócalo" or "Jardín" (main square) and areas nearby. Stay in populated areas, avoid poor neighborhoods, especially at night, and don't walk there at any time if you are alone. Vicious beatings have been reported at resorts by people who have travelled alone, so stay alert for any suspicious-looking individual. If you wish to visit one of the slums, you should only go as part of a guided tour with a reputable guide or tour company. Political violence in Chiapas and Oaxaca has abated, and is far less of a threat than drug-related crime. However, Mexican authorities do not look approvingly on foreigners who participate in demonstrations (even peaceful ones) or voice support for groups such as the Ejército Zapatista de Liberación Nacional and its leader, Subcomandante Marcos, even if their images and slogans are commonly sold on t-shirts and caps in markets. Do not wave cash or credit cards around. Use them discreetly and put them away as quickly as possible. The nationwide emergency number is '''911'''. Although Mexico has one of the largest police forces in the world, systemic corruption and low salaries often restrict the capabilities of law enforcement. Enlisting the help of the police almost always requires solid Spanish-language skills. Beggars are not usually a threat, but you will find lots in urban areas. Avoid being surrounded by them, as some can [[Pickpockets|pickpocket]] your goods. Giving away two pesos quickly can get you out of such troubles (but may also attract other beggars). Most poor and homeless Mexicans prefer to sell trinkets, gum, sing, or provide some meager service than beg outright. Larger cities, such as Guadalajara and Mexico City, are safer than most places in Mexico. However, caution is still recommended. ===Drug crimes=== [[File:Mexican States with mafia conflicts.png|thumb|States with the most conflict, marked in red (2010)]] Former president Felipe Calderon waged war on the drug cartels, and in turn, they waged war against the government (and more often, among each other). Some Mexican northern and border cities such as Tijuana, Nogales, Nuevo Laredo, Chihuahua, Culiacán, Durango, and Juárez can be dangerous if you are not familiar with them, especially at night. Most crime in the northern cities is related to the drug trade and police corruption. However, since law enforcement figures are often overwhelmed battling drug-related activities, many northern border towns that were somewhat dangerous to begin with are now a hotbed for criminals to act with impunity. Ciudad Juárez, in particular, bears the brunt of this violence, and with nearly a fourth of Mexico's overall murders, travel there requires special attention. Away from the northern states, cartel related violence is centered in specific areas, including the Pacific Coast states of Michoacán and Guerrero. However, exercise caution anywhere, especially at night or in high crime areas. Tourists and other travellers are of no interest to the drug cartels. Many popular tourist destinations like Oaxaca, Guanajuato, Los Cabos, Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Mérida, and Guadalajara are largely unaffected by this, simply because there are no borders there. Ciudad Juárez is a primary battleground in the drug war, and while foreign travellers are not often targeted, the presence of two warring cartels, many small opportunistic gangs, and armed police and soldiers has created a chaotic situation to say the least. As a rule of thumb, the further away you are from the border, and the closer you are to Mexico City, the safer you'll be. Many people go to Mexico City to seek refuge from drug-related violence as many politicians and military personnel are there. Consumption of drugs is prohibited, although the problem of illegal medicine is serious in Mexico, this is still illegal (but consumption of drugs like cannabis or having a small amount are legal or decriminalised). Also, this can get you in trouble with gangs. The army also sets up random checkpoints throughout all major highways in search of narcotics and weapons. Drug consumption is also opposed by a large percentage of the population. ===Beach=== In Mexico the actions have to be taken for safety is similar to everywhere. See [[water safety]]. ====[[Jellyfish]]==== If you see a ''Portuguese man o' war'' ({{Lang|la|''Physalia physalis''}}), stay far away from it. If you get stung by the jellyfish, use tweezers to remove its stingers, then go to hospital. ==== Stingray stings ==== Choose a place with hot water if you can, because the heat deactivates the poison. ==== Riptides ==== Very dangerous, particularly during and after storms. ===Public transportation=== When in major cities &ndash; especially Mexico City &ndash; it is better to play it safe with taxis. The best options are to phone a taxi company, to request that your hotel or restaurant call a taxi for you, or to pick up a taxi from an established post (''Taxi de Sitio''). Also, taxis can be stopped in the middle of the street, which is okay for most of the country, but particularly unsafe in Mexico City. As chaotic as it might be sometimes, the [https://www.metro.cdmx.gob.mx/ Metro]{{Dead link|date=October 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} is the best way to move around in Mexico City: it's cheap (M$5 for a ticket as of Feb 02, 2020), safe, has a large network covering almost anywhere you'd want to go in the city and it's extremely fast, compared to any on-street transportation, since it doesn't have to bear with the constant traffic jams. If you've never been in a crowded subway, avoid peak hours (usually from 06:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00) and do your homework: check first which line (''línea'') and station (''estación'') you want to go to and the address of the place you're trying to reach. Your hotel can give you this information, and maps of the subway system are available on the internet and at the stations. Most stations also have maps of the vicinity. Avoid taking the subway at late hours of the night, but during the day many stations are patrolled by police officers and the subway is safer than taking the public bus. Your major concern in the subway is the pickpockets, so keep your important belongings and wallets in a safe place. A word of caution for people who are used to European or major American subway systems that operate around the clock: even in Mexico City, the last subway leaves around midnight, with service only resuming in the early morning. Taxis are priced accordingly, and you should keep your wits about you when moving around in the middle of the night. If you are travelling by bus, do not put your valuables in your big bag in the storage compartment of the bus. If the police or the military controls the luggage, they might take out what they want, especially in night buses, when passengers are most likely asleep. The use of a money belt (worn underneath the clothes and out of sight) is highly recommended. ===Driving=== * All distances on the signboards and speed limits are in metric units. * Gas is likewise sold in metric units and far cheaper than in Europe (and still a bit cheaper than in the U.S.) [[File:15-07-21-Mexico-Stadtzentrum-RalfR-N3S 9738.jpg|thumb|Downtown Mexico City]] If driving in from the [[USA]], always purchase Mexican liability insurance (legal defense coverage recommended) before crossing the border or immediately after crossing. When you are paying for your temporary import permit (for going beyond border areas), often in the same building there are several stalls selling Mexican auto insurance. Even if your American (or Canadian, etc.) insurance covers your vehicle in Mexico, it '''cannot''' (by Mexican law) cover liability (e.g., hitting something or injuring someone). You will probably spend time in a Mexican jail if you have an accident without it. And even if your own insurance does (in theory) provide liability coverage in Mexico—you'll be filing your claim from behind bars! Don't risk it, get Mexican auto insurance. Never drive above the speed limit or run stop signs/red lights, as Mexican police will use any excuse to pull over tourists and give you a ticket. In some cities, the police can not give you a ticket, but they might warn you. The fine for speeding could be as much as US$100 (M$1870)<!--shouldn't we use the exact peso amount instead of a rounded USD amount?-->, depending on the city. As of April 2011, police across the country are cracking down on drunk driving, particularly in Mexico City, the larger cities, and the beach resorts. There are random checkpoints throughout the country in which every driver has to stop and take an automated inebriation test. If you fail, you will end up in a Mexican prison. You will mostly find beggars and windshield cleaners at some traffic lights; having your windows closed at all times is especially recommendable in some areas of Mexico City. The windshield cleaners will try to clean yours: a strong and firm "no" is suggested. ===Natural disasters=== Natural disasters in Mexico include [[hurricanes]] and [[earthquakes]]. [[Mexico City]] in particular is located in a seismically active area. === Firearms === Every year a few U.S. tourists run afoul of Mexico's strict gun laws. '''Bringing guns into Mexico is illegal in most circumstances''', and this includes guns kept for personal protection on private boats. If you want to bring a firearm, see [[Recreational shooting#Mexico]]. === Hiking === Many trails are unmarked in real life, even if they are present at OpenStreetMap or a hiking app. If a local rule says to do a trail with a guide - it's much better to go with the guide, the route will be dangerous and easy to get lost. ==Stay healthy== Some parts of Mexico are known for '''[[travelers' diarrhea]]''', often called "Montezuma's Revenge" (Venganza de Moctezuma). The reason for this is not so much the spicy food but the contamination of the '''[[water]] supply''' in some of the poorer zones in Mexico. In most of the small towns that are less industrialized, only the poorest Mexicans will drink tap water. The best policy is to only drink bottled or purified water, both of which are readily available. Be sure to specify ''bottled'' water in restaurants and avoid ice (which is often not made from purified water). Just like in the US, in most major Mexican cities the water is purified at the cities' water company. In most restaurants in these poor zones, the only water served comes from large jugs of purified water. If you get sick, visit your local clinic as soon as possible. There is medicine available that will counter the bacteria. Medicine in urban areas is highly developed, public hospitals are just as good as public hospitals in US, and just as the American public hospitals, they are always full. It's recommended going to private hospitals for faster service. Before traveling to rural areas of Mexico, it might be a good idea to obtain '''anti-malarial medications''' from your health care provider. It is strongly advised that the traveler be sure that any meats they are consuming have been thoroughly cooked due to an increasing rate of '''roundworm''' infections, particularly in the Acapulco area. Along with the risk for malaria, mosquitoes have also been known to carry the '''West Nile virus'''. Be sure to bring an effective insect repellent, preferably one that contains the ingredient DEET. The rate of '''AIDS/HIV''' infection in Mexico is lower than in the US, France and most Latin American nations. However, if you plan on having sex, be sure that you use a latex condom to reduce your risk of contracting or spreading the virus. As with any western location, cases of '''hantavirus pulmonary syndrome''' have been reported throughout Mexico. This is an acute, rare (but often fatal) illness for which there is no known cure. The virus is believed to be present in animal feces, particularly feces from members of the rodent family. Therefore, do not wander into animal dens and be especially careful when entering enclosed spaces that are not well ventilated and lack sunlight. Vaccination against '''Hepatitis A & B''' and '''Typhoid fever''' is recommended. If you are bitten by an animal, assume that the animal was carrying '''rabies''' and seek medical attention immediately for treatment. In remote areas, carry a first aid kit, aspirin, and other related items that are sold without medical prescription. ==Respect== [[File:MojigangaSMA002.jpg|thumb|Festival in [[San Miguel de Allende]]]] Mexicans have a somewhat relaxed sense of time so it's vital to be patient. Arriving half an hour late is common and should not be taken in a negative light. When anyone, even a total stranger, sneezes, you always say "¡salud!" ("bless you!" or more literally, "your health!"): otherwise, it is considered rude. In rural areas, particularly in the Mexican heartland (Jalisco, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, etc.), the even more pious "Jesús te bendiga" (May Jesus bless you) will follow a sneeze. Attitudes towards LGBT travellers can be hostile in more rural states, but [[LGBT Mexico City|Mexico City is very LGBT friendly]] as are popular beach resort areas such as [[Cancun]], [[Puerto Vallarta]], and [[Acapulco]]. By court order, all states in Mexico either allow the performance of same-sex marriages, or recognize such marriages when performed in other states. Same-sex marriage is performed in Mexico City and in the states of Aguascalientes, Baja California, Baja California Sur, Campeche, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Colima, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Nuevo León, Oaxaca, Puebla, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Sonora and Tlaxcala as well as in certain municipalities in Guerrero and Zacatecas. It is pending publication in Querétaro, and being prepared for legislation in Yucatán. Southern Mexico City is the best place in terms of tolerance. When entering churches, always take off any sunglasses, caps or hats. Wearing shorts is rarely a problem, but still wear a sweatshirt or sweater to your waist to avoid showing too much skin, which could be disrespectful in such places. However, away from the beaches, or northern areas, shorts are very rarely worn by Mexicans on the street and thus will attract more attention to you and make you stand out as a foreigner. === Sensitive issues === '''Show respect to Mexico's laws'''. Although corruption and bribery have long been around, a visitor behaving in a way that implies that Mexico is a lawless country is considered disrespectful. Offering a bribe to an official may get you into trouble. '''You are unlikely to cause offence by having a discussion about local politics, economics and history'''; Mexicans consider them good conversational topics and are more than happy to delight you with such discussions. This said, sensitive subjects like illegal immigration to the US, crime, or the drug war are likely to arouse strong emotions. Mexicans are well aware of their country's problems and would like to forget about them once in a while. Also, you might be surprised at how much Mexicans know about the politics of your country – especially the times in its history when they feel your country has screwed Mexico over (which applies especially for Spain, France and the U.S.). That said, Mexican history tends to be viewed as a series of shades of grey — there are those who feel the need to extol economic growth under Porfirio Díaz, just like there are those who point out anti-democratic tendencies under Benito Juarez. '''Many Mexicans have an unfavorable opinion of the Spanish Empire''' and the things they've done in the past. They feel that many of Mexico's problems are rooted in what the Spanish brought over. This said, there are no feelings of resentment towards Spain and Spanish people. '''Try not to assume the worst in people'''. Mexico may have a lot of social and political problems, but that does not mean that everyone is alike. '''The great majority of the population is and traditionally has been Roman Catholic''', and there is still a strong following of this faith among Mexicans from all socioeconomic backgrounds. However, there are sizeable Protestant, Evangelical, and Pentecostal communities (in part due to US missionary activity) and the country also has one of the largest communities of Jehovah's Witnesses. The irreligious are a small minority and they are found mostly among college-educated urban dwellers of the middle and upper middle class. Saying anything that hints at atheism or agnosticism may simply be shrugged off, or could incite lengthy discussions or at worst, attempts at proselytizing. As a rule of thumb, try not to have religious discussions with people you're not well acquainted with. === Cultural notes === While overt racism may not be apparent, as a general rule, wealth and social status are historically tied to European ancestry and skin color. Mexican society is sharply divided by social class, with the rich, middle class, and poor often living very separate lives, and can have very distinct cultures. Social practices or tastes of one social group may not be shared by all classes. Clubs, bars, and restaurants may cater largely to one crowd or another, and a wealthier person or tourist may feel out of place or received unwanted attention in a working class cantina; a poor looking person may be blatantly refused service or get unfriendly stares at an exclusive establishment. There are many words in the country according to ethnic background: * Do not be offended to be called a "güero(a)" (blonde) and its diminutive form "güerito(a)" (blondie), as it's a common way for the average Mexican citizen to refer mostly to Caucasian people, including white Mexicans. The words "gringo" and its synonym "gabacho" are used regardless of the actual nationality of the tourists and they are not meant as offensive. Actually, they are often used as terms of endearment. * If you are East Asian, you will be referred to as "Chino(a)" (Chinese) and its diminutive form "chinito(a)" regardless of whether you are Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean, etc. Exceptions are in the capital, Mexicali, and in Monterrey, where a decent-sized Korean community does exist. * If you are black, "negro(a)" or "negrito(a)" may seem harsh, especially if you are from the US, but it is not a swear word. Although there are few black people in Mexico in many regions of the country (except on the east and west coasts in the south), Mexicans, especially the younger generations, are not hateful. In fact, a revolutionary who later became the second president was a man of mixed European and African descent, Vicente Guerrero. * Historically, all Middle Easterners were referred to as "turcos" (even if they were from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, etc.) === Other things to watch out for === [[File:Catedral de Guadañajara.JPG|thumb|Guadalajara cathedral]]If you try to use Spanish to address people, be careful about the use of "tú" (informal, friendly; the verb for calling someone "tú" is tutear) and "usted" (formal, respectful) forms. Using "tú" can be demeaning to people, since this is the form normally used for addressing children or close friends. Use "usted" unless you are sure you can use "tú"; doing so may perhaps seem a shade old-fashioned, but doing otherwise can be pretty rude and embarrassing in some situations. Always use the "usted" form to a law enforcement officer (or other person of authority), even if they may use the "tú" form to talk to you. Otherwise, you can say "tú" to children under 16, to people who genuinely are your friends and to persons who call you by your first name or explicitly have told you to do so. People address each other depending on their social status, age and friendship. To refer to a woman, always call her "señorita" (Miss) unless you are sure that she is married, then you call her "señora" (Mrs). When talking to an older man, use "señor" irrespective of his marital status. If you want to call a waiter, address him as "joven" which means "young man". You may call someone by his professional title ("ingeniero", "arquitecto", "doctor", "oficial", etc.). Actually, Mexican people will use the "tú" and "usted", "first name" or "surname" depending on their relationship, and the code is not easy to learn. While the word "güey" is equivalent to "dude" or "mate" among young people, it is still considered extremely vulgar by the older generation. This abrasive term of endearment is used only between people who have achieved a certain level of trust, so avoid using it. In Mexico, "estúpido" has a far, far worse connotation than "stupid" in English. Due to the highly matriarchal nature of Mexican culture, the combination of words "tu madre" (your mother) is cacophonous and taken offensively by residents, regardless of age or gender. To refer to somebody's mother, remember to replace it with "su señora madre" (roughly "your respected mother") in formal situations or the sweeter "tu mamá" in informal ones. Never, ever use strong language when talking to a woman. You may see displays of male chauvinism. It is falling out of favor, but it is still seen and mostly tolerated in small towns, as well as cities that receive considerable amounts of rural migrants. It can be defined as a male's strong desire for and skill of the domination and imposition of will, on a wife, sister, or any close female. It can also be identified by a strong desire to prove courage through showy bravado and status through a following of yes-men and henchmen. While it is usually not directed towards visitors, it can be in a variety of strengths. It is best to pretend not to notice it and move on. Another type of ''machismo'', which perhaps stems out of the same desires but does not carry any of the antisocial connotations, is male courteousness towards women. This is manifested in standing up when a lady enters a room, opening or holding a door, conceding preference or rights of way, giving up a seat, offering a hand when stepping down from a steep step, etc. It is generally reserved for older women, or women of great power, merit, and social stature. Rejecting these types of friendly gestures is considered arrogant or rude. Mexican customs strictly enforce a limit of one laptop per passenger. Bringing a second laptop may incur a tax of up to 19% of its value. ==Connect== Cell phones are the most convenient, and usually most inexpensive, way to talk. Before going to Mexico, call your cell phone provider and verify that you have international roaming enabled (and make sure you know what charges you should expect, for domestic and international voice calls and for data, since you will want to use your maps and Uber apps). You can make international calls free if you have an app like WhatsApp or Telegram and connect to Wi-fi before using it. Data rates can be high for cell phone users, but you can manage them by turning off data in your phone's settings except for when you actively want to use an app. If you're going to be in Mexico for an extended period of time, it might be cheaper to use Mexican carriers, either by buying a SIM card or a cheap throwaway phone. If you have an unlocked GSM phone, you can buy a prepaid SIM card in Mexico. The most expensive provider Telcel provides good coverage throughout the country. A SIM card for the Telcel brand amigo express is for M$29 (Nov 2021) e.g., in an Oxxo store. The first recharge must be at least M$50 (Nov 2021). The offers are amongst others:<br> • M$50: 400MB for 7 days (Nov 2021)<br> • M$100: 1,3GB for 15 days (Nov 2021)<br> You can see all rates and recharge [https://www.telcel.com/personas/telefonia/amigo/paquetes-end/paquetes-amigo-sin-limite here]. Recharging Telcel can be also done in an Oxxo. Cheaper providers unfortunately may not be worth the hassle due to slow internet and unreliable connection. Using a Mexican SIM card is often far cheaper than what hotels will charge you for outgoing calls and incoming calls may be free under certain schemes. Mexico operates on the same GSM frequency as the United States, 1900&nbsp;MHz. There's also 4G LTE, with 5G expected to be deployed in the future. Many of which are the same frequencies as in the US. There is a wireless internet connection in almost every restaurant in the big cities. If you're staying for over a week and don't have an unlocked phone, it might be a good idea to buy a cheap handset and a prepaid card. Some areas have only a few internet cafes; in others, they are plentiful. Most of the internet cafes offer calls to the US for a better rate than a payphone, usually via VoIP. You can call from public phones using ''tarjetas ladatel'' (prepaid telephone cards), bought at magazine stalls. Cards can be purchased in M$30, 50 or 100 denominations. The rate to call the US is roughly equivalent to US$0.50 per minute. Beware these are different than tarjetas ''amigo, viva,'' or ''unefon'' (these are only for cellphones). Ladatel cards are becoming increasingly difficult to find and use because public pay phones are an endangered species. While they worked great in 2002, they're seldom useful in 2022. Cell phones are the way to go today. ==Go next== ===To Belize=== There are bus services available from [[Chetumal]] to [[Belmopan]]. ===To Guatemala=== This route is not used by many and still has a touch of adventure: Over Tenosique, La Palma (near Tenosique), by boat on the river Rio San Pedro to [[El Naranjo]] in [[Guatemala]]. Stay firm when negotiating over the price. Absolutely important: Make sure you get your passport stamped before you leave El Naranjo, or you might catch one of the rare buses back and take a walk through the jungle, as the emigration office is partway up the river between the Mexican border and the village. ===To the United States=== The U.S. generally requires a passport for entry. A few express ID cards and trusted traveler cards are also acceptable. U.S. and Canadian citizens seeking entry or reentry by land or sea may use an Enhanced Driver License in place of a passport. U.S. permanent residents need their permanent resident card and may need the passport from their home country. Foreign nationals entering the United States without a permanent resident stamp, including those on the Visa Waiver Program, typically receive an I-94 Arrival-Departure Record or I-94W Visa Waiver Arrival-Departure Record upon arrival in the United States. So long as the I-94 has not expired, you can use it to re-enter the United States with your passport; however, if you hand it in upon exit, you will need to obtain a new card if your visa allows another entry or, if on the Visa Waiver Program, pay a fee of about US$6 to reenter the United States. Unless you are not going to return to the United States, '''keep your I-94 when leaving the [[United States]]''' or you will have a difficult time getting back in, and if your visa is limited to a certain number of entries, you may need to use another entry. Visa Waiver participants cannot reset the 90-day counter unless they leave North America, so ducking into Mexico will not allow you another 90 days. However, it can be reset by travelling, for example, to any Central American country or to Colombia. {{geo|21|-100|zoom=5}} {{isPartOf|North America}} {{outlinecountry}} ggzfzuvmlqr7dvl6uaiquohpe85ut32 5328469 5328468 2026-08-14T18:09:01Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* Regional carriers */ 5328469 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Teotihuacan Wikivoyage banner.jpg|pgname=Mexico|caption=Teotihuacan}} {{other uses}} '''Mexico''' ([[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]]: ''México'') is known for its [[Mexican cuisine|cuisine]], art, archaeology, history, pyramids, music, museums, haciendas, 9,600 km (6,000 mi) of shoreline, superb architecture, weather from snow-capped mountains in the Sierras to rainy jungles in the southeast and desert in the northwest, many golf courses and excellent fishing. Along with [[Chile]], [[Colombia]], and [[Peru]], this once-poor nation is one of the ''Pacific Pumas'', seeing significant economic growth and improved infrastructure during the 21st century. ==Regions== {{Regionlist | regionmap=Mexico regions map.png | regionmaptext=Mexico's regions | regionmapsize=450px | region1name=[[Baja California]] | region1color=#65b99f | region1items=[[Baja California (state)|Baja California]], [[Baja California Sur]] | region1description=The vast western peninsula, stretching 1,200 km from Tijuana on the US border to Cabo in the south. A land of deserts and undiscovered beaches. One of the biggest whale migrations takes place here every year from December to April. Also includes the far-off-shore [[Guadalupe Island]]. | region2name=[[Northern Mexico]] | region2color=#b9ad60 | region2items=[[Chihuahua (state)|Chihuahua]], [[Coahuila]], [[Durango (state)|Durango]], [[Nuevo León]], [[Sinaloa]], [[Sonora]], [[Tamaulipas]] | region2description=The expansive deserts and mountains of the border states; mostly ignored by tourists. Culturally and physically a world away from the tropical south. Includes the bustling industrial city of Monterrey, Mexico's 3rd-largest and most affluent city, and Copper Canyon, the country's only railroad passing through gorges and indigenous villages. | region3name=[[Bajío|The Bajío]] | region3color=#a463ad | region3items=[[Aguascalientes (state)|Aguascalientes]], [[Guanajuato (state)|Guanajuato]], [[Zacatecas (state)|Zacatecas]], [[San Luis Potosi (state)|San Luis Potosí]], [[Querétaro (state)|Querétaro]] | region3description=The former colonial heartland, this is one of Mexico's most historic regions filled with well-preserved colonial towns that grew rich from silver mining. Includes [[San Miguel de Allende]] and [[Guanajuato]] amongst other lesser known towns. | region4name=[[Central Mexico]] | region4color=#a95858 | region4items=[[Hidalgo]], [[Mexico City]], [[Mexico State]], [[Morelos]], [[Puebla (state)|Puebla]], [[Tlaxcala (state)|Tlaxcala]], [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] | region4description=Mexico City, always the political, cultural and economic center of the country with a sophisticated urban core and a huge urban sprawl surrounding it. Also includes the awesome ruins of Teotihuacan, the historic city of Puebla and Veracruz, one of the country's most overlooked regions. | region5name=[[Pacific Coast (Mexico)|Pacific Coast]] | region5color=#73abab | region5items=[[Colima (state)|Colima]], [[Guerrero]], [[Jalisco]], [[Michoacan]], [[Nayarit]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] | region5description=Tropical beaches on Mexico's southern coast; Jalisco the birthplace of mariachi and Tequila; Guadalajara, the nation's second largest city; and the Oaxacan highlands, famous for their distinct cuisine. | region6name=[[Yucatán and the South]] | region6color=#67a864 | region6items=[[Campeche (state)|Campeche]], [[Chiapas]], [[Quintana Roo]], [[Tabasco]], [[Yucatán]] | region6description=Jungle and impressive Mayan archaeological sites, along with the Caribbean and Gulf coast with well-known resorts like Tulum and Cancun. The colonial city of Merida and the jungle ruins of Palenque. Geographically isolated from the rest of the country, part of Central America (the dividing line being the Isthmus of Tehuantepec), it is culturally closer to Guatemala and Belize than the rest of Mexico, where Mayan culture is very much alive. }} ==Cities== {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#65b99f|title=[[Baja California]]|wikidata=Q58731,Q46508}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#b9ad60|title=[[Northern Mexico]]|wikidata=Q655,Q53079,Q79918,Q15282,Q80252,Q46422,Q80007}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#a463ad|title=[[Bajío|The Bajío]]|wikidata=Q79952,Q46475,Q80269,Q78980,Q79754}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#a95858|title=[[Central Mexico]]|wikidata=Q80903,Q1489,Q82112,Q66117,Q79923,Q82681,Q60130}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#73abab|title=[[Pacific Coast (Mexico)|Pacific Coast]]|wikidata=Q61309,Q60158,Q13160,Q79861,Q79920,Q34110}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#67a864|title=[[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]|wikidata=Q80908,Q60123,Q80245,Q80914,Q60176}} {{Mapframe|22.53|-102.55|zoom=4}} [[File:Plaza de la Constitucion Ciudad de Mexico City.jpg|thumbnail|Plaza de la Constitución, also known as Zocalo, Mexico City]] <includeonly>THIS LIST SHOULD ONLY INCLUDE 9 CITIES - DO NOT ADD OR REPLACE CITIES WITHOUT FIRST USING DISCUSSION</includeonly> * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexico City]]|wikidata=Q1489}} – Capital of the republic, one of the three largest cities in the world, and a sophisticated urban hub with a 700-year history. In Mexico City, you will find everything from parks, Aztec ruins, colonial architecture, museums, to nightlife and shopping. <!-- As of November 2021 there are travel warnings for Acapulco and the whole state. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Acapulco]]|wikidata=Q81398}} - A sophisticated urban beach setting known for its top-notch nightlife, elegant dining, and nightmarish traffic. Many of the older (pre-1990s) concrete structures have suffered tropical decay.--> * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cancún]]|wikidata=Q8969}} – One of the world's most popular and famous beaches, known for its clear Caribbean waters, its lively party atmosphere, and its wealth of recreational facilities. During the U.S. college Spring Break (mid-Feb to the end of March) it is noted for drinking, sunburns, and debauchery. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Guadalajara]]|wikidata=Q9022}} – A traditional city, capital of [[Jalisco]] state, and the home of mariachi music and tequila. Guadalajara is blessed with perpetual spring weather and its colonial downtown is graceful and sophisticated. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mazatlán]]|wikidata=Q40194}} – Lively Pacific coast town, Mazatlán is a shipping port, a transportation hub with ferries to Baja California, and a beach resort destination with miles of sandy shore. It is a popular U.S. college Spring Break destination due to its variety of affordable lodging options. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Monterrey]]|wikidata=Q81033}} – A large modern city that is the commercial and industrial hub of Northern Mexico. Monterrey enjoys a dry, mountainous setting and is known for its high-quality educational and transportation infrastructure. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Puebla]]|wikidata=Q125293}} – Located 110 km (68 mi) southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is one of the largest and oldest cities in Mexico. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated here more than anywhere else in the country. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Luis Potosí]]|wikidata=Q204271}} – A colonial city in central Mexico that was once an important silver producer, but today, relies on manufacturing for its economic base. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Taxco]]|wikidata=Q990095}} – In central Mexico west of [[Cuernavaca]], this steep mountain town was once a major silver producer, and now has a strong place in the trade of decorative silver, from cheap fittings to the most elegant jewelry and elaborate castings. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tijuana]]|wikidata=Q124739}} – Mexico's busiest border crossing for pedestrians and private vehicles, and a long-time bargain Mecca for southern Californians due to its proximity to [[San Diego]]. ==Other destinations== [[File:Barranca del Cobre-El Divisadero17-10-2005CIMG3344.jpg|thumbnail|The moon is rising over Copper Canyon]] <!--This section is to include only destinations that are NOT cities/towns.--> * {{marker|name=[[Copper Canyon]]|wikidata=Q674485}} (Barrancas del Cobre) – An exotic destination for travelers looking for a unique remote adventure! An awesome mountain rail ride -- one of the greatest in the world -- takes you upwards over 2,440 m (8000 feet) on the CHEPE, the Chihuahua al Pacifico Railway. Hiking, horseback riding, birding, and Tarahumara Indians. Copper Canyon, the [[Sierra Madre]] and the Chihuahuan desert of Mexico. This area is designed for adventurous individuals who will tolerate some rough travel to get to their points of interest (although the famous train ride isn't demanding at all). Copper Canyon, a magnificent remote wilderness is not likely ever to become a mass market destination. * {{marker|name=Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California)|wikidata=Q132811}} – See whale birthings, swim with dolphins, and sea kayak in the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez, along the eastern coast of Baja California, near La Paz. National Geographic says the sunsets at [[San Carlos (Mexico)|San Carlos]] are some of the most spectacular in the world. * {{marker|name=[[Monarch Butterfly Reserves]]|wikidata=Q852546}} – Protected natural areas in the highlands of the state of Michoacán. Millions of butterflies come to the area between November and March of each year, although numbers have declined sharply. This is a {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Chiapas|Sumidero Canyon]]|wikidata=Q60123}} – From docks on the Rio Grijalva (the only major river within Mexico) near [[Tuxtla Gutiérrez]] in Chiapas state, tour launches take you into this steep-walled [[Mexico national parks|National Park]]. You'll likely see vast flocks of flamingos, pelicans, and other waterfowl, as well as crocodiles. * {{marker|name=[[Mexico national parks]]}} - Mexico has 67 national parks; these include protected natural areas and national monuments and historical sites ===Archaeological sites=== [[File:Palace at Palenque.jpg|thumbnail|Palenque]] * {{marker|name=[[Chichen Itza]]|wikidata=Q5859}} – Majestic Mayan city, declared a {{unesco}} in 1988 and was voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. * {{marker|name=[[Ek Balam]]|wikidata=Q988570}} – A reconstructed Mayan site, famous for its unique decorated stucco and stone-carved temples that you can climb. * {{marker|name=[[El Tajín]]|wikidata=Q753895}} – In the state of Veracruz near the town of Papantla. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Monte Albán]]|wikidata=Q464899}} – In the state of Oaxaca, a Zapotec site dating from about 500 BC. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Palenque]]|wikidata=Q181427}} – Mayan city in the state of Chiapas, Palenque famous for its elaborate paintings. Also well known for having the largest tract of rainforest in Mexico located in the same area. * {{marker|name=[[Teotihuacan]]|wikidata=Q172613}} – An enormous pre-Columbian site with several large pyramids near Mexico City. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Tulum]]|wikidata=Q277408}} – Mayan coastal city with spectacular Caribbean vistas. Dates from late Mayan period. * {{marker|name=[[Uxmal]]|wikidata=Q213232}} – Impressive Mayan city-state in the Puuc Region, declared a {{unesco}} in 1996. ===Small towns=== The Mexican government has designated more than 100 scenic small towns as '''[[Pueblos Mágicos]]'''. States can apply to have towns added to the carefully curated list, but they must provide sites of genuine tourist value (historical or cultural) and guarantee adequate levels of tourism infrastructure. All Pueblos Magicos are within a few hours drive of a major city that has good airline connections. Some of the Pueblos Magicos (such as [[Tequila]]) are well-known and quite popular. Most are off the beaten path and offer rich opportunities for quiet exploration. ==Understand== {{quickbar|location=LocationMexico.png}} Mexico, the '''United Mexican States''' (Spanish: ''Estados Unidos Mexicanos''), is one of the most visited countries in the world. Much of the tourist industry is centered around the beach resorts as well as the ''altiplano'' in the central part of the country. Visiting the northern interior allows visitors to get off the beaten path a bit. U.S. American tourists tend to predominate on the [[Baja California]] peninsula and the more modernized beach resorts ([[Cancún]], [[Puerto Vallarta]]), while European tourists congregate around the smaller resort areas in the south like [[Playa del Carmen]] and colonial towns [[San Cristobal de las Casas]]. Canadians often favor smaller beach resorts like [[Huatulco]] or [[Ixtapa]]. ===Climate=== Mexico uses the [[Metric and Imperial equivalents|metric system]] for all measurements. All weather forecasts are in Celsius (°C). ==== Central and southern Mexico==== April is already the hottest month, especially at the coast and on the Yucatán peninsula. Towns which aren't that hot in April and during the summer are [[Mexico City]], [[Toluca]]/[[Metepec]], [[San Cristobal de las Casas]], [[Pachuca]] and [[Zacatecas]]. Hurricanes can be common in the coastal cities specially those near the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. ====Northern Mexico ==== It gets rather cold during the winter except on the coast. There is sometimes snow in certain places like the [[Sierra Madre]] mountains of Chihuahua, Durango, Coahuila, Nuevo León and northern Tamaulipas. Northern Mexico gets very hot during the summer with sudden violent storms in the afternoon, with heavy rain and hail. The temperatures during the day can exceed 39°C (100°F). Less hot during the summer is Tijuana. ===Landscape=== [[File:Citlalepetl2.JPG|thumbnail|Pico de Orizaba or Citlaltépetl is Mexico's highest mountain]] High, rugged mountains; low coastal plains; high plateaus; temperate plains with grasslands and Mezquite trees in the northeast, desert and even more rugged mountains in the northwest, tropical rainforests in the south and southeast [[Chiapas]], [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]] semiarid in places like [[Aguascalientes]], [[San Luis Potosí]] and temperate coniferous and deciduous forests in the central part of the country [[Mexico City]], [[Toluca]]. === Holidays === Actual non-working days may shift to the Monday before the holiday, so check an up-to-date calendar. Government offices are closed nationwide on official holidays and on election days. {| class="wikitable" !Date !Name !Things to know !Official? |- |January 1 |New Year's Day (''Año Nuevo'') | |official |- |January 6 |Epiphany (''Día de los Reyes Magos'') |Celebrating arrival of the Three Wise Men to see and bring gifts to the baby Jesus |not official |- |February 2 |Candlemas (''Día de la Candelaria'') |Catholic holiday related to Christmas |not official |- |First Monday of February |Constitution Day |For the events of 1917 |official |- |February 24 |Flag Day (''Día de la Bandera'') | |not official |- |Monday on or before March 21 |Birth of Benito Juárez |Mexico's first president of indigenous origin. |official |- |March or April |Easter (''Pascua'') |Easter is widely observed nationwide, according to the yearly Catholic calendar (the first Sunday after the first full moon in Spring). | |- |April 30 |Children's Day (''Día del Niño'') | | |- |May 1 |Labor Day (''Día del Trabajo'' ) | |official |- |May 5 |Cinco de Mayo |For the Battle of Puebla against the French army in 1862. Visitors from the U.S. may be surprised to learn that it is not a major holiday in Mexico, and is not much celebrated by locals, except in the [[Puebla (state)|state of Puebla]]. |not official |- |May 10 |Mother's Day |A particularly important family-centric holiday. Some cities hold parades. Offices may be closed, restaurants will be packed full, and mariachi bands will race from one family to the next. If you are visiting someone's home, bring flowers for the mothers and grandmothers. | |- |May 15 |Teacher's Day (''Día del Maestro'') |A day to appreciate schoolteachers. Some schools close and others have special activities. |not official |- |September 1 |Presidential Address Day | | |- |September 15 |Cry of Dolores (''Grito de Dolores'') |A patriotic holiday to celebrate the first event of the Mexican War of Independence in 1810, especially in the city of [[Dolores Hidalgo]] |not official |- |September 16 |Independence Day |Celebrates the start of the 11-year-long fight for the independence from Spain that began in 1810 |official |- |October 12 |Day of the Race (''Día de la Raza'') |Related to Columbus' arrival in the Americas in 1492 |not official |- |November 2 |[[Day of the Dead]](''Día de Muertos'') |The Mexican answer to Halloween celebrates family and friends who have died. Expect sugar candy shaped like skulls and ''pan de muerto'' (a somewhat sweet type of white bread). |not official |- |Third Monday of November |Mexican Revolution Day |For the events of 1910. |official |- |December 12 |Virgin Mary of Guadalupe Day |A Catholic religious holiday, and one of the most important Mexican holidays |not official |- |December 24 |Christmas Eve (''Nochebuena'') |Normally a full non-working day. Usually a family-centered evening. May be preceded by nine days of parties in the evenings, called ''Las Posadas'' ("the inns")''.'' |not official |- |December 25 |Christmas (''Navidad'') | |official |- |December 31 |New Year's Eve |Normally a full non-working day. Expect firecrackers and lots of noise at midnight. |not official |} ===Time=== [[File:Mexico time zones map en.svg|300px|thumbnail|Mexican time zones]] The 24-hour clock system has traditionally been used for time keeping. Today, both the 24-hour clock and the 12-hour clock are commonly used (roughtly equally), though the younger generation seems more inclined to express times using the 12-hour clock. Mexico uses these four time zones: * '''Northwest Zone''' (UTC−8, corresponds to U.S. Pacific Time): [[Baja California (state)]] * '''Pacific Zone''' (UTC−7, corresponds to U.S. Mountain Time): [[Baja California Sur]], [[Chihuahua (state)]], [[Nayarit]], [[Sinaloa]], [[Sonora]] * '''Central Zone''' (UTC−6, corresponds to U.S. Central Time): The rest of the country, except [[Quintana Roo]] * '''Southeastern Zone''' (UTC−5, corresponds to U.S. Eastern Time): [[Quintana Roo]] Most of Mexico is on standard time year round. Daylight savings time is observed only in a few places. Communities on the U.S. border, except in Sonora, observe DST on the U.S. schedule. The state of Baja California also observes DST on the U.S. schedule (but Baja California Sur does not). ===History=== ====Pre-Columbian==== {{see also|Indigenous cultures of North America|Indigenous cultures of Mesoamerica}} The earliest known humans in Mexico settled about 10,000 years ago. They established some of humanity's first agricultural settlements and were known for the "three sisters" approach to farming, that involved planting corn (maize), beans, and squash. Together, those three food staples served as symbiotic plants, supporting each others growth cycles, and providing for the nutritional needs of the people. The oldest known sites where the three sisters were cultivated were in the valleys of [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] and [[Guerrero]], particularly the Balsas Valley with relics dating from as old as 9000 BC. The first complex civilizations in Mexico was the '''Olmec''' culture that flourished on the Gulf Coast (particularly in what today are the states of [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] and [[Tabasco]]in 1500 BC. Olmec culture produced the earliest pyramids in Mexico and is known for colossal basalt [[Sculpture|sculptures]] known as ''Olmec heads''. Olmec culture diffused through Mexico into formative era cultures in Chiapas, Oaxaca and the Valley of Mexico. Other very old civilizations included the Zapotec in Oaxaca, dating from about 1000 BC, and the builders of Cuicuilco in Mexico City, dating from about 900 BC. In Central Mexico the height of the classical period saw the ascendancy of Teotihuacan, which formed a military and commercial empire. It had the largest structures of pyramids built in the pre-Columbian Americas. During the early post-classic Mexico was dominated by '''Toltec culture''', and the lowland '''Maya''' had important areas at Calakmul and Chichen Itza. At the end of the post-Classical period, the '''Aztecs''' built a tributary empire covering most of Central Mexico. The Mesoamerican cultural traditions ended in the 16th century and over the next centuries, Mexican indigenous cultures were under Spanish colonial rule. However, contrary to popular misconceptions neither the Maya nor the Aztec culture ever entirely "disappeared" and to this day many Mexicans trace at least part of their heritage to indigenous roots and language such as Nahuatl and numerous Maya tongues are still spoken by hundreds of thousands or even millions of Mexicans. Indigenous elements are visible even today in loanwords in Mexican Spanish, traditional dress, Mexican cuisine, architecture and even religious observances (nominally "catholic" to varying degrees). The eagle and the snake on a cactus depicted on the Mexican flag, for example, refers to an Aztec legend about the founding of Tenochtitlan, the city that now is Mexico City. ====Colonial and early independence==== {{main|Colonial Mexico}} Mexico remained under Spanish colonial rule until 1821 when it declared independence under the terms of "Plan of Iguala". After the short lived Mexican empire of 1821-1823 (former Spanish general and independence hero Augustin de Iturbide briefly declared himself emperor but was overthrown after two years) Mexico became a republic with a fragile balance of powers between liberals (allied mostly with urban merchants) and conservatives (allied with the church and big landholders) and Antonio López de Santa Anna became president several times while also being overthrown by his opponents several times thus having eight non-consecutive terms as president as well as five "permanent" exiles. ====Independent Mexico==== {{main|Mexican War of Independence}} The early Mexican state was anything but stable. Texas (under the leadership of US-American immigrants who wanted to make Texas a slave-holding state of the US) and Yucatán seceded at several points. Maya rebels fought against both the Yucatán independence movement and the federal government in the so-called "Caste war". After Texas gained ''de facto'' independence a disagreement as to its southern border (the Nueces river as claimed by Mexico or the Rio Grande as claimed by Texas) led to the involvement of the US in a brief war that ended in a devastating defeat for Mexico (the line about the "halls of Montezuma" in the marines' song refers to the presidential palace in Mexico city that was conquered by the US) and the loss of Alta California (now the US state of California), Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico as well as the definite loss of Texas north of the Rio Grande. The ceded territories were rapidly colonized by immigrants from Europe and the eastern United States; see [[Old West]]. ====French intervention and Second Mexican empire==== {{main|Post-Independence Mexico}} In 1861, when president Benito Juarez suspended the payment of Mexico's debt, France decided to invade the country in order to regain some or all of its money. This was only possible because the United States, which had declared in its Monroe Doctrine that it wouldn't tolerate any European intervention in the sovereign states of the Americas, started its [[American Civil War|Civil War]] that same year. After overthrowing the government (though Mexican resistance against the occupiers never ceased) the French installed a Habsburg prince as emperor Maximilian I to act as their puppet. While the Mexican monarchy had some support among conservatives its days were numbered when the French troops were withdrawn after the end of the American Civil war, and in 1867, Maximilian was executed by firing squad. Cinco de Mayo, which in the US is often mistaken to be "Mexican independence day", is celebrated in remembrance of the battle of [[Puebla]] that occurred during the French occupation and was decisively won by Mexican republican forces. ====Benito Juárez==== [[File:Estatua de Benito Juárez.jpg|thumb|Statue of Benito Juárez in [[Hidalgo]]]] Benito Juárez was the first president of indigenous descent in all of Latin America and is one very few figures that is still almost exclusively seen as a positive figure in Mexican history. He was president from 1858 to 1864 and again from 1867 to his death in 1872. His saying "el respeto al derecho ajeno es la paz" (respect for the rights of others is peace) is still frequently quoted. ====Porfirio Díaz==== Porfirio Díaz, a general during the French intervention rose to power shortly after the death of Juárez and ruled Mexico from 1876 to 1911. While initially willing and able to reform and modernize the country, the sheer length of his reign and his corruption led to a lot of unhappiness about his government and in 1911 the Mexican revolution broke out to unseat him from power, but it soon devolved into factional fighting between various claimants for power and attempts at radical social and economic reform. ====The Mexican Revolution==== {{main|Mexican Revolution}} The Mexican Revolution was a complex civil war and period of political intrigue and treachery. The Revolution started in 1910 with resistance against a blatantly fraudulent election manipulated by Porfirio Díaz. The Revolution ignited into a full-scale war when the elected president, Francisco Madero, was assassinated by Díaz loyalists. Several factions had different complaints about Díaz and his long, corrupt dictatorship. Groups loyal to Venustiano Carranza wanted constitutional reforms. Groups loyal to Emiliano Zapata wanted land reforms and rights for the indigenous. Other groups demanded an end to resource giveaways to foreign industrial interests, while others demanded an end to excessive power of the Catholic church. The groups eventually coalesced behind the Constitutionalists and stable government was restored by 1920. ====Under the PRI==== {{main|Modern Mexico}} Once the dust of the revolution had settled, the Revolutionary Institutional Party (PRI [pronounced /pree/] for its Spanish name) became the dominant political force and all presidents before the early 1990s were members of the PRI. They did not establish a one party state and other parties were still legal and participated in elections. However, the success of the PRI candidate (especially at the federal level) was almost always a given. As such, political power struggles mostly took place within the PRI, with more conservative or left wing factions gaining the upper hand from time to time. In 1988, during a presidential election that was actually close for the first time in decades, a computer that counted the votes supposedly crashed. The words with which this was announced "se cayó el sistema" are noted for their ambiguity as they can mean either "the computer broke down" or "the (political) system fell". Nonetheless, according to the official result (which was and still is doubted by many), the PRI candidate won a six-year term in office just narrowly surpassing the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff election. In 2000 the PRI finally lost its first presidential election when Vicente Fox of the conservative National Action Party (PAN) won a narrow victory in a three-way race. In 2006 the PAN won again with Felipe Calderon being elected president but in 2012 the PRI returned to power with Enrique Peña Nieto, who promised to end the drug war being elected to the presidency. Whether this proves temporary or the PRI has indeed regained its once dominant status, remains yet to be seen. ====Mexico today==== {{main|Modern Mexico}} Despite problems such as corruption and the drug war in the North (with some areas under ''de facto'' control of different cartels), Mexico has grown steadily, and there have been democratic multiparty elections with peaceful transition of power. A fairly stable three party system has emerged: the PAN (conservative) and PRI (centrist, catch all, sometimes leftist) have each won the presidency several times and the PRD (left of the PRI) has been a serious contender in almost all elections. The drug war is ongoing and some parts of the country are not entirely safe, but the situation has bettered a lot after the 2000s. Generally the North with cities such as Ciudad Juarez notorious for their violence is more dangerous than the south and Yucatán is among the safest regions in Latin America. For more on the effects of the drug war see the stay safe section of this article and the individual region articles. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) assumed power on December 1, 2018, after waging a populist, anti-corruption campaign and winning the 2018 election with more than a 30% margin over his next closest opponent. He is the leader of the center-left National Regeneration Movement (MORENA). Having had a reputation as a leftist firebrand in the past, AMLO has moderated his politics in order to appeal to a wider share of the electorate, though he remains a solidly left-leaning, populist politician. Under his leadership, Mexico has served as a moderator in wider Latin American politics, for example, in the Venezuelan and Bolivian crises, while also navigating relations with the United States government over trade and migrant issues. In 2024, Mexico elected Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female and first Jewish president to succeed AMLO. ===Visitor information === *[https://visitmexico.com/eng/home-2 Visit Mexico] website ==Get in== ===Visa and other entrance requirements=== ====Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM)==== [[File:Visa policy of Mexico.svg|thumb|{{legend|#ED1C24|Mexico}}{{legend|#22B14C|Visa not required}}{{legend|#7BDF85|Electronic authorization}}{{legend|#9FD5BE|eVisa}}{{legend|#C0C0C0|Visa required}}]] [[File:Mexico entry.png|thumb|Mexican entry stamp]] Foreign nationals of many countries who intend to stay in Mexico fewer than 180 days for the purpose of tourism or 30 days for business can fill out a Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM, tourist card) at the border or upon landing at an airport after presenting a valid passport, for US$22. If arriving via air, it is included in the price of the fare. This service is available to citizens of [[Andorra]], [[Argentina]], [[Aruba]], [[Australia]], [[Austria]], [[Bahamas]], [[Barbados]], [[Belgium]], [[Belize]], [[Bulgaria]], [[Canada]], [[Chile]], [[Colombia]], [[Costa Rica]], [[Cyprus]], [[Czech Republic]], [[Denmark]], [[Estonia]], [[Finland]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[Great Britain]], [[Greece]], [[Hong Kong]], [[Hungary]], [[Ireland]], [[Iceland]], [[Israel]], [[Italy]], [[Jamaica]], [[Japan]], [[Latvia]], [[Liechtenstein]], [[Lithuania]], [[Luxembourg]], [[Macau]], [[Malaysia]], [[Malta]], [[Marshall Islands]], [[Micronesia]], [[Monaco]], [[Netherlands]], [[New Zealand]], [[Norway]], [[Palau]], [[Panama]], [[Paraguay]], [[Peru]], [[Poland]], [[Portugal]], [[Puerto Rico]], [[Romania]], [[San Marino]], [[Singapore]], [[Slovakia]], [[Slovenia]], [[Spain]], [[South Korea]], [[Sweden]], [[Switzerland]], [[Trinidad and Tobago]], [[United States]] and [[Uruguay]] (see official list [https://www.inm.gob.mx/index.php/page/Paises_No_Visa/en.html here]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}). Permanent residents of the United States, Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, and Schengen area countries are also eligible for visas on arrival regardless of citizenship. [[Brazil|Brazilian]] citizens are eligible to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to travel to Mexico by air for tourism, business, or transit purposes. The electronic visa costs 10 USD and is valid for 180 days, allowing for a single entry. Since October 22, 2023, a Mexican visa has been required for transit. All foreign nationals who require a visa to enter Mexico also need one even if they are merely transiting through a Mexican airport. The '''paper FMM card''' has a perforation that divides the card into two parts, of which the right side asks for some of the same information requested on the left side. At entry, after reviewing your passport and filled-out FMM, the immigration officer will stamp your passport and the FMM, separate the FMM along the perforation and give the right side of the FMM back to you with your passport. The paper tourist card is being phased out. At many ports of entry (including [[Benito Juárez International Airport|Mexico City's international airport]]), you will not have to complete a paper form. Rather, the immigration officer will stamp your passport. A '''digital version''' of the tourist card (FMMd, ''Forma Migratoria Múltiple Digital'') will be generated for you, which can be downloaded [https://www.inm.gob.mx/spublic/portal/inmex.html online]. If you have a paper FMM, keep it with your passport at all times. It is your responsibility to make sure the right side of the FMM is returned to the Mexican government at time of departure so that the bar code can be scanned, thus showing that you left the country on time. For example, if you are flying with Aeromexico, they will ask for your passport and FMM at check-in for your flight home, then staple your FMM to your boarding pass. You are expected to then hand the boarding pass together with your FMM to the gate agent as you board your flight. If you lose your FMM during your visit to Mexico, you may be subject to substantial delays and fines before you can leave the country. If you fly into Mexico on a commercial flight, your ticket already includes the cost (M$860) of the FMM and you absolutely do ''not'' need to pay it again upon exiting. You will need to prove to the border officials that you have already paid, by showing the following: #Your FMM card you received upon arrival, and #An itemized receipt from your flight purchase showing the Tourism Tax However, if you are traveling by land and your trip is 7 days or less, the FMM is free. There is also a fee of M$223 applied to flights leaving the country. Some foreign nationals are no longer granted the full 180 days by default as is it was in the past. You can arbitrarily be granted any number of days from 3 to the full 180 days depending on the whim of the immigration officer. Always check your passport stamp and FMM card upon arrival to determine how many days are granted before walking away from the immigration counter. Ask the immigration officer if you cannot read the handwriting to be sure how many days you are granted to stay in the country. ''Never'' assume that you are granted the full 180 days or they will automatically tell you if you are given less than 180 days. Travelers have reported to have been detained for over-staying the less than 180 day time allotted to them when they entered. ====Autorización Electrónica (SAE)==== The Electronic Authorization System (SAE, Autorización Electrónica) for travelling to Mexico is available online for nationals from [[Russia]], [[Turkey]], and [[Ukraine]]. Russians, Ukrainians, and Turkish citizens with permanent residency or a valid visa to Canada, the US, Japan, the UK, or any Schengen country don't need an SAE. Other nationalities must contact a Mexican consulate in order to find out the requirements for citizens of their country, and may have to apply for and obtain a visa in advance of travel. If you are in need of other information, Mexico has diplomatic offices in the following cities around the world. ====At the border==== If you cross the border via road, do not expect the authorities to automatically signal you to fill out your paperwork. You will have to locate the border office yourself. The immigration officer at your point of entry into Mexico can request that you demonstrate that you have sufficient economic solvency. The immigration officer can demand a round trip ticket. If you only booked a one-way ticket to Mexico, the airline may want to see a ticket that carries you out of Mexico. It could be that the airline wants to see that onward ticket as "early" as at the gate, where you may not have enough time to buy one. So have at least an onward ticket from specialized websites for around US$10 (Nov 2021) ready when heading to the airport for your flight for Mexico. If you do not intend to travel past the "border zone" and your stay does not exceed three days, U.S. and Canadian nationals require only a proof of citizenship. Reentry into the United States generally requires a passport, but a U.S. or Canadian Enhanced Drivers License (or Enhanced Photo ID) or U.S. passport card is acceptable for reentry by land or sea. ===By plane=== [[File:Fila Aeroméxico.JPG|thumbnail|Aeromexico planes at Benito Juarez International Airport]] ====From the United States and Canada==== There are hundreds of daily flights linking Mexico to cities large and small throughout North America. This includes legacy carriers such as Air Canada, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta, and discount airlines such as JetBlue, WestJet, and Southwest Airlines. Also to be considered are the Mexican discount carriers '''Volaris''', which operate from several major US cities through their hubs in [[Mexico City]] and [[Guadalajara]], and '''Viva Aerobus''', which also operates from several major US cities through hubs in [[Mexico City]] and [[Monterrey]]. '''United Airlines'''/'''United Express''' fly to many smaller market Mexican cities and resort areas, including Aguascaliente, Chihuahua, Ciudad de Carmen, Durango, Huatulco, Leon/Guanajuato, Oaxaca, Merida, San Luis Potosi, Torreon, Tampico, Veracruz and Villahermosa. As in the United States and Canada, you will have to clear immigration ''and'' customs at your first Mexican port of entry, even though that airport may not be your final destination. (For example, many trips on Aeromexico will involve connecting through its Mexico City hub.) You will then have to re-check your bags and go through security again to proceed to your next flight segment. ====From Australia or New Zealand==== Fly from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne or Auckland (NZ) direct to Los Angeles on American Airlines, Delta, Qantas, and United. Air New Zealand offers one-stop air service from Australia and non-stop air service from Auckland to Los Angeles. Hawaiian Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui offer one- or two-stop air service to Los Angeles from Australia and New Zealand. Many airlines continue from [[Los Angeles International Airport|Los Angeles]] to Mexico including AeroMexico/Aeromexico Connect, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United, and Volaris, some of which have interline or alliance ticketing and baggage check through. More options are available if connecting through another US city. Also, make sure to have a good look at visas beforehand – even just for transit you will need something for the US, and if you get a visa waiver, they treat Mexico as part of the US, meaning if you stay longer than 90 days in Mexico, you will need to travel further south before returning to the US. ====From Europe==== Most commercial airlines link Mexico directly from Europe. There are direct flights to [[Benito Juarez International Airport|Mexico City]] ({{IATA|MEX}}) and [[Cancun#By plane|Cancun]] ({{IATA|CUN}}) from Paris ({{IATA|CDG}}), [[London#By plane|London]] ({{IATA|LON}}), Madrid ({{IATA|MAD}}), [[Schiphol Airport|Amsterdam]] ({{IATA|AMS}}), and [[Frankfurt airport|Frankfurt]] ({{IATA|FRA}}). Some carriers will serve both Mexico City and Cancun while others will only serve one and not the other (usually only to Cancun such as those from Russia and Italy). Additional flights to Cancun from Europe may only be available as charters and some may operate during the winter months (December–February) only. It is always worth to compare flight offers from air carriers and charter companies who can bring you to Mexico City or Cancun via many European hubs. The flight duration from those cities is always approximately 11 hours. ===By train=== There are no international trains to Mexico. From the United States to Mexico the nearest '''[https://www.amtrak.com Amtrak]''' stations are in [[San Diego#By train|San Diego]], [[Yuma#By train|Yuma]], [[Del Rio#By rail|Del Rio]] and [[El Paso#By train|El Paso]]. The frequent ''[https://www.pacificsurfliner.com Pacific Surfliner]'' connects San Diego from [[San Luis Obispo]] via [[Los Angeles#By train|Los Angeles]]; while the ''[https://www.amtrak.com/sunset-limited-train Sunset Limited]'' and ''[https://www.amtrak.com/routes/texas-eagle-train.html Texas Eagle]'' pass by Yuma, El Paso and Del Rio between [[Los Angeles]] and [[San Antonio]]. In San Antonio the ''Texas Eagle'' continues northwards towards [[Chicago]] while the ''Sunset Limited'' continues east to [[New Orleans#By train|New Orleans]]. Amtrak trains do not cross the border into Mexico so passengers continue to the border by local public transportation or by taxi from the Amtrak station. The [https://www.trenmaya.gob.mx/ '''Tren Maya'''] has a station along the [[Belize]] border in the city of [[Chetumal]] with onward travel to [[Mérida (Mexico)|Merida]], [[Cancún]] or other destinations in the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]. Bus service to Chetumal is available from Belize City and Belmopan. The Tren Maya also has two stops near the [[Guatemala]] border (at El Triunfo and at Boca del Cerro), but neither have scheduled transportation to any Guatemalan destinations. ===By car=== [[File:SanYsidroBorderCrossingByPhilKonstantin.jpg|thumbnail|Crossing into Mexico from the U.S. near Tijuana]] American automobile insurance does not cover you in Mexico; however, it is easy to obtain short-term or long-term tourist policies that include the mandatory liability coverage, theft and accident coverage for your vehicle, and often, legal assistance coverage. Should you decide to drive to Mexico, the [http://www.sct.gob.mx/ Transport and Communications Secretariat website] has free downloadable road maps. The first 20 km inside Mexico is referred to as "the hassle free zone". In this area, foreigners are not required to have tourist permits and can drive their foreign-registered vehicles without requiring a vehicle import permit. However, they must take care of any permits, duties or other legal requirements before proceeding onward into the interior. Government checkpoints (called ''garitas'') are generally 20-30km from the border. Traffic is often waved through, but vehicles can always be stopped for inspection. Checkpoints are common along the U.S./Mexico border from Tamaulipas through Sonora, but not common in Baja California, where vehicle import permits are never required (there is a checkpoint in La Paz, monitoring traffic coming off the [[Baja ferries]]). Foreign-plated vehicles must obtain necessary permits before being allowed into the interior of Mexico. This can be done at the border checkpoints by showing your vehicle title or registration, as well as immigration documents and a valid credit card. It is now possible to apply for your vehicle import permit online. Vehicle permits will only be issued to the registered owner of the vehicle, so the papers will have to be in the name of the applicant. The Baja California peninsula and the northern part of the State of Sonora do not require a permit. Driving a '''rental car''' from the United States into Mexico is possible with some of the large multinational companies, but the process is rather cumbersome. You will need to inform your car rental company in advance and purchase additional Mexican insurance (since U.S. car insurance does not cover Mexico), and you cannot drive beyond the border region into the interior of Mexico. You also cannot drop off a U.S. rental car in Mexico, and must return to the U.S. to drop it off. In the reverse direction, Mexican rental cars are usually not permitted to be driven into the U.S. Due to the contraband crossing the US-Mexico border (drugs and illegal immigration into the US, drug money and weapons into Mexico), expect long delays and thorough searches of vehicles when crossing the border. At some of the busiest crossings, expect a waiting time of 1–3 hours. ===By bus=== ''See main article, [[Bus travel in Mexico]]''. Buses are the most widely used transportation system in Mexico with routes going to all parts of the country. Long-distance buses are very comfortable and affordable. All border crossings have bus stations where buses can take you to interior cities, often to large bus terminals providing connections to virtually any major city or tourist destination. From the southern United States, many companies provide trans-border service with modern, comfortable buses that cross the border. You can take a bus from [[Chicago]] all the way to [[Mexico City]], though some companies will only take you to the border region where you can connect to a domestic Mexican bus company for onward travel to the interior of Mexico. A list of these companies is in [[Bus travel in Mexico]]. Buses are also available from Central America into Mexico. These buses usually go to [[Tapachula]], where you can connect to domestic Mexican bus companies for onward travel to the interior. Buses from [[Belize City]] will take you to [[Chetumal]] where you can connect to a Mexican bus or to the Tren Maya for onward rail journeys. ===By boat=== * Border crossing from [[Guatemala]]. * Cruise ships from the United States. ==Get around== Travelling in Mexico is most practical by bus, car, or air. Passenger transport by train is possible in some areas. most extensively in the Yucatán Peninsula, with its modern ''Tren Maya'' service. The '''Chihuahua del Pacifico''' railroad is one of the most scenic railroads in the world, passing through the Copper Canyon, and departing from Los Mochis on the Pacific coast, or Creel in the east. They cross each other roughly midways at '''Divisadero and Barrancas''' Copper Canyon stations at an altitude of 2100&nbsp;m (7000&nbsp;ft). ===By car=== {{main|Driving in Mexico}} [[File:Highway120PinalAmoles.JPG|thumbnail|Highway 120 passing through the village of Pinal de Amoles]] Due to a government scheme in the early 1990s to create infrastructure, the best roads are toll roads. Toll roads can be relatively costly but are much faster and better maintained. First-class buses generally travel by toll roads (and the toll is included in the ticket price). US vehicle insurance is not valid in Mexico. Mexican auto insurance has been required since 2018; if you have even a minor accident without insurance, you could land in jail. [http://www.mexipass.com/ MexiPass] and AAA offer Mexican auto insurance. When traveling on Mexican roads, especially near the borders with the United States and Guatemala, one will probably encounter several checkpoints operated by the Mexican Army searching for illegal weapons and drugs. If you are coming from the United States, you may not be used to this, and it can be intimidating. However, these are rarely a problem for honest people. Simply do what the soldiers tell you to do, and treat them with respect. The best way to show respect when entering a checkpoint is to turn your music down, lift sunglasses from your face, and be prepared to roll your window down. They should treat you with respect as well, and they usually do. If you are asked to unpack any part of your vehicle, do so without complaint. It is their right to make you completely unload in order for them to inspect your cargo. Tourists are often warned about travelling on roads at night. Although ''bandidos'' are rare in more metropolitan areas, err on the side of caution in more rural areas. The best bet is to drive during only daylight hours. Cattle, dogs, and other animals also can appear on the roadway unexpectedly, so if you do have to drive at night, be very cautious. If possible, follow a bus or truck that seems to be driving safely. Foreign drivers' licenses are recognized and recommended. Speeding tickets are common, and to ensure your presence at the hearing, the officer may choose to keep your license. He is within his rights to do so. Beware though, police officers are known to keep driver's licenses until they are given a bribe. At petrol (gas) stations, make sure the pump is zeroed out before the attendant begins pumping your gas so that you don't end up paying more than you should. Good maps are invaluable and the Mexico maps included in "North American Road Atlas" books are worse than useless. The Guia Roji maps are particularly good. If you arrive in Mexico by airplane but would like to drive around the country, all major car rental companies are present in Mexico. However, you must know that they operate under a franchise scheme, and therefore their policies and the overall way to do business are very different than those in other countries. Most of the times they will publish prices that may look very attractive, but may not include insurance, taxes and other mandatory fees, the best thing to do is call in advance to find out the final price to pay. There are some local companies which do include all bells and whistles in their rates, [https://www.veico.com/ Veico Car Rental]. [https://www.citycarrental.com/ City Car Rental] offers good prices and have rental offices as most major cities in Mexico. Throughout the mainland of North America including the Mexico, traffic moves on the right with most cars being left-hand-drive (as in Belize, Guatemala, and the United States). The only areas of North America that do not drive on the right are on some Caribbean Islands. ===By plane=== Major airlines hubs for all or several of the airlines are in [[Benito Juarez International Airport|Mexico City-Benito Juarez Airport]], Mexico City-Santa Lucia Airport (NLU), [[Guadalajara#By plane|Guadalajara]], [[Cancún International Airport]], and [[Monterrey#By plane|Monterrey]]. There are additional point to point services from several other cities. Budget airlines offer competitive fares that rival bus travel over long distances. The low-cost airlines are VivaAerobus and Volaris. The main airlines providing service to over 60 cities within Mexico are: * {{listing | name=Aeromexico/Aeromexico Connect | alt= | url=https://www.aeromexico.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 5133-4000 (MX) | tollfree=+1-800-237-6639 (US) | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=It is the 'national' and 'legacy' carrier with hubs in Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey. It is also a member of the SkyTeam Alliance. }} * {{listing | name=Mexicana | alt= | url=https://www.mexicana.gob.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-11-04 | content=In 2023, the Mexican government resurrected the formerly bankrupt carrier and will operate it as a state airline. Mexicana will initially focus on domestic routes only, serving all major cities and resort areas in Mexico. The airline operates on a hub and spoke model with all flights originating or ending at Mexico City - Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles (AIFA) ({{IATA|NLU}}) in the northern suburb of Santa Lucia. The airline uses Boeing 737 aircraft with some routes operated by TAR Aerolineas using Embraer aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=VivaAerobus | alt= | url=http://www.vivaaerobus.com/mx | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Low-cost, Ryanair-like airline with hubs in Cancun, Monterrey, Mexico City and Guadalajara and new focus cities in Merida and Puebla, and service from the USA. On the Viva Aerobus fares "Zero" and "Light", you cannot check in earlier than 4 hours and 8 hours before departure respectively. As of Nov 2021, the website and app won't tell you that if you try it earlier. Instead giving you a random error message or telling you to check-in at the airport for additional cost, which is not needed. }} * {{listing | name=Volaris | alt= | url=https://www.volaris.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 1102-8000 | tollfree=+1 855 865-2747 (US) | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Hubs are in Mexico City, Tijuana and Guadalajara with focus cities in Cancun, Monterrey and Leon. They also have an additional hub in San Jose Costa Rica and a focus city in Los Angeles, outside of Mexico. They have services to cities in the U.S., Costa Rica, El Salvador and Nicaragua. }} ====Regional carriers==== There are also small regional airlines operating within limited geographic areas. Regional airlines include: * {{listing | name=Aerus | alt= | url=https://flyaerus.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 811 495 5340 (only WhatsApp) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=Regional airline based in [[Monterrey]] serving Northern Mexico and the Gulf Coast, including destinations in Tamaulipas, Veracruz, Tabasco, and Yucatan. The airline also provides international service to Texas border cities, including McAllen, Laredo and Brownsville. Operates Cessna Caravan aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=Calafia Airlines | alt= | url=https://www.calafiaairlines.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 619 489-1439 (US) | tollfree=01 800 5603949 (MX) | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Operates scheduled flights between cities in the Baja California Peninsula and from the Baja California Peninsula to Chihuahua, Jalisco, Sonora and Sinaloa states. It connects the Baja California Peninsula to Leon (Guanajuato), Monterrey (Nuevo Leon), Mexico City and San Luis Potosi, all in the smaller aircraft. It connects Palenque and Tuxtla Gutierrez (Chiapas) to Mexico City and Cancun. It also offers charters and air taxi services. }} * {{listing | name=Aero Servicio Guerrero | alt=ASG | url=https://www.asg.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=| tollfree=01 800 82 33 153 | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Operates scheduled flights between cities in the Baja California Peninsula and to and from cities in the northwestern mainland states of Sonora and Sinaloa. Offers flights to some destinations not served by larger carriers. Flights are on Cessna Caravan or Embraer regional jet aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=Aerotucán | alt= | url=https://aerotaxisdemexico.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 951 502 0840, +52 951 187 6202 (WhatsApp) | tollfree=800 640-4140 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=Flies between Oaxaca City, Ciudad Ixtepec, Huatulco and Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca state in small planes like the Cessna Caravan. }} * {{listing | name=Cabo Flight Center | alt= | url=https://caboflightcenter.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-07-24 | content=Formerly operated as Señor Air, the rebranded regional carrier is still based out of [[Los Cabos]] ({{IATA|SJD}}) and still operates a limited route map with service to mainland destinations in Chihuahua, Sonora, Sinaloa and Jalisco using Embraer aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=TAR | alt= | url=http://www.tarmexico.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 2629-5272 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=Hub in Queretaro with focus cities in Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Puerto Vallarta to several destinations nationwide. Operates Embraer regional jets. }} ===By bus=== ==== Intercity buses==== See main article, [[Bus travel in Mexico]] Long-distance buses are an ideal way to experience Mexico. The executive and first-class buses are very modern, clean, and comfortable with bigger seats and more legroom than the first-class cabin of a modern aircraft. Costs are generally low, with first-class tickets costing only slightly more than a much slower second-class bus. All major cities and tourist destinations have good bus service. ==== City buses ==== Most larger cities have a mix of public bus services and privately run bus services. For example, in [[Mexico City]] there are several bus services that are part of the public Metro transportation including large, modern articulated buses that run in dedicated lanes on major arteries, as well as electric buses and traditional buses through most neighborhoods. In the city of [[Monterrey]], there are Metrobuses that operate as part of the city's public transit network, often connecting to the Metrorrey subway/light rail stations. There are also more than a dozen private bus companies, usually providing services to a well-defined section of the city. Using the city buses can be complicated, involving various transfers and sometimes multiple providers. Information about these may be in individual destination articles here, but is more reliable in the [https://moovitapp.com/ Moovit] app (available for iPhone or Android). ==== Colectivos, combis, peseros ==== Many cities in Mexico have privately operated van or small bus services that run along popular routes. These go by various names including ''peseros'', ''colectivos'', ''urbanos'', or ''combis''. Whatever you call them, they are sometimes vans and sometimes small buses with varying color codes depending on the city you are in and often identifying the operator or route. Usually the route taken is written on cardboard attached to the windshield or with wet and then dried soap or chalk on the windshield listing the local colonias (neighborhoods) and points of interest (Allende, WalMart, Soriana, malls, hospitals, universities, etc.) the routes are not numbered and the schedules are often informal. When a combi gets full, it leaves and won't pick up passengers along the way until somebody gets off. In some cities the pesero stops at marked bus stops while in others bus stops are uncommon and you are expect to signal the bus to pick you up (wave or hold out your hand) and drop you off when you want. If you don't find a stop button in a pesero; just shout the word ''bajo!'' for it to stop. Fares are cheap and vary from M$5-15 (Feb 2022) approximately. ===By carpooling === You can check, if there are rides offered for your route on Blablacar. Especially between bigger cities the chances are good. In order to see the prices in pesos, you need to (re)install the app and choose Mexican pesos. Prices are about 30-50% less than taking an intercity bus. ===By train=== [[File:Tren maya en Mérida Teya 01.jpg|thumb|Tren Maya]] Intercity trains are slowly making a comeback in Mexico, after a 25-year hiatus. The vast majority of cities are not served but as of 2025 a few lines have opened and there are plans for major expansions over the coming years. * [https://www.trenmaya.gob.mx/ ''Tren Maya''] serves the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]] and the [[Riviera Maya]]. The route goes along the Caribbean coast between [[Cancun]] and [[Chetumal]] at the Belize border. It provides access to [[Merida]] and has stations at archaeological sites like [[Chichen Itza]], [[Edzna]], [[Tulum]], and [[Palenque]]. * [https://www.pasajerosinteroceanico.com.mx/ ''Tren Interoceánico''] runs across the Tehuantepec isthmus between [[Salina Cruz]] on the Pacific Ocean and [[Coatzalcocos]] on the Gulf of Mexico coast. Tren Interoceanico also has a line that connects Coatzalcocos to [[Palenque]] where passengers can transfer to the Tren Maya. * ''El Insurgente'' is an intercity train in [[Mexico State]] connecting to the [[Mexico City]] Metro at the Observatorio station. ====Tourist trains==== [[File:Copper Canyon Railway.jpg|thumb|''El Chepe'' through the Copper Canyon]] The most famous tourist train in Mexico is the [https://chepe.mx/en/ ''Ferrocarril Chihuahua al Pacífico''] (Chihuahua-Pacific Railway or ''El Chepe'') between [[Los Mochis]], [[Sinaloa]], and the town of [[Creel]], [[Chihuahua]], through the gorgeous [[Copper Canyon]]. In the state of Jalisco there are a couple of lines which travel from the state capital city of [[Guadalajara]] to the nearby tequila distilleries in the small town of Amatitlan on the [https://www.tequilaexpress.mx/ ''Tequila Express''] and to the Jose Cuervo distilleries in the town of [[Tequila]] on the [http://www.josecuervoexpress.com ''Jose Cuervo Express'']. There is also a tourist train that runs from [[Tijuana]] to [[Tecate]] (and back again) on Saturdays. ===By taxi=== Ride-hailing is available in Mexico and the following are the most anticipated providers. There may be destinations where the service is not available due to differences with local cab groups. * {{go | name=Uber | alt= | url=https://www.uber.com/global/en/cities/mexico-city | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=Works in Mexico City and other cities. }} * {{go | name=Cabify | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} * {{go | name=Didi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} * {{go | name=Bolt | alt= | url=https://bolt.eu | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=Includes three cities. }} Many drivers in Mexico do not like payment by credit card. If you're having trouble hailing a ride, try switching to cash payment. ===By thumb=== One upside of the high petroleum prices is that hitching is beginning to be more common in Mexico again, particularly the rural areas. In areas near big cities, hitching should be more difficult, and is not really advisable for security reasons. However, in village areas, this will be really possible and most likely a nice experience. Since villagers have always had a hard time affording gas, and nowadays many are turning to picking up paying hitchhikers as a way to afford the next trip into town. Baja California, the Sierra Tarahumara and Oaxaca and Chiapas all have good possibilities for the hitchhiker. [[Hitchhiking]] possibilities vary according to region. Mexican culture is often accepting of hitchhiking and it's a common practice among Mexican youngsters going to the beach in Easter vacations, though in some cases a money contribution is expected for gas because of its relatively high prices. You should make it clear that you have no money to offer before accepting the ride, if this is the case. If you're willing to pay, trucks will often provide lifts for about half the price of a bus ticket. Of course you may be able to negotiate a better deal. Hitchhiking is considered fairly safe and easy in the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]. ==Talk== {{see also|Spanish phrasebook}} '''Spanish''' is the ''de facto'' national language. Spanish is used by virtually the whole population and all public communications (signs, documents, media, etc.) are conducted in the language. Mexico has one of the richest diversity of more than 60 '''indigenous languages''' spoken with official recognition. These languages are spoken within the communities that are largely segregated from mainstream mestizo society. About 5% of Mexicans speak an indigenous language. Most of these communities are fluent in Spanish as well. Many Mexicans do not speak English, even though it is understood by many in Mexico City, tour guides, and workers in popular tourist attractions. Because of this, a good knowledge of Spanish is essential for the independent traveller. The most popular foreign languages to learn within Mexico after English are French, Italian, German and Japanese. German, French, and Russian may be known by some in the tourism industry, but among clerks, policemen, and drivers (most particularly the last) there is basically no such thing as knowledge of foreign languages. Bilingual signs in Spanish and English might be available in popular tourist destinations. ==See== [[File:Tochimilco portada.jpg|thumbnail|Popocatépetl's 16th century monasteries are World Heritage Sites]] Many travelers come to see Mexico's natural wonders, including: * '''Copper Canyon''' - ride the train through an enormous canyon system in the northwestern mountains * '''Mesoamerican Barrier Reef''' - scuba dive the coral reefs in the warm waters of the Mexican Caribbean * '''Sea of Cortez''' - see migrating whales, sea lions, dolphins and more * '''Volcano Belt''' - climb Mexico's highest mountain peaks and see active, dormant, and inactive volcanoes There are 35 [[UNESCO World Heritage Site|UNESCO world heritage sites]] in Mexico as of 2018, more than anywhere else in the Americas. Most of them are in the cultural category and relate to either the pre-Columbian civilizations in the area or to early colonial cities established by the Spanish ''conquistadores'' and missionaries. Much of Mexico is mountainous with some mountains rising higher than 5,000 m over the sea level. Mexico is on the border of two bioregions; both [[North American wildlife]] and [[Central and South American wildlife]] can be seen in the country. A number of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves are in Mexico as well as a number of RAMSAR wetlands. The Mexican Tourism Ministry (SECTUR) has a program called ''[[Pueblos Magicos]]'' to identify and develop tourist programs in smaller, lesser known destinations. Towns designated as Pueblos Magicos usually are rich in colonial heritage, maintain cultural traditions, or offer spectacular natural wonders. These towns are the kinds of places a couple would go for a romantic weekend because they often feature interesting historical sites in a quaint setting with local bed and breakfast inns, regional cuisine in the local restaurants, and good accessibility from major cities. == Do == The warm Mexican climate, spectacular nature and long coastline make the country great for [[outdoor life]], especially [[water sport]]. [[File:Tulum - 01.jpg|thumb|Mayan Ruins of Tulum]] * '''Surfing''' – [[Baja California]], [[Vallarta]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] * '''Sea kayaking''' – Baja California * '''Snorkeling''' – Baja California, Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, etc. * '''[[Diving in Mexico|Scuba diving]]''' – Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas etc., and cave diving in the cenotes of the Yucatán Peninsula. * '''Whale watching''' – Baja California, [[Guerrero Negro]], [[Mazunte]], [[Zipolite]] * '''White water rafting''' – Veracruz * '''Visit a volcano''' – Mexico, Toluca etc. * '''Take a ride on the Copper Canyon Railway''' * '''Enjoy the beautiful coast line and beaches of Oaxaca''' – [[Huatulco]], [[Mazunte]], [[Zipolite]], Puerto Angel, [[Puerto Escondido]], etc. * Go for a '''horseback ride''' in the Copper Canyon * '''Visit the archaeological sites''' like Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba, Monte Alban, Calakmul, Palenque, etc. * '''Volunteering''' – Chiapas, Xalapa, Veracruz or many other destinations * '''Visit ecological parks''' – [[Mayan Riviera]], [[Chiapas]], [[Tamaulipas]] * '''Trekking and viewing cave paintings''' [[Baja California]] ===Sports=== '''[[Association football|Football]]''' (soccer) is Mexico's national sport, and its top men's league, the '''[http://www.ligamx.net/ Liga MX]''', is one of the best funded outside Europe. The big four teams in the Liga MX are '''[http://www.clubamerica.com.mx América]''', '''[http://www.chivasdecorazon.com.mx Chivas]''', '''[http://www.cruzazulfc.com Cruz Azul]''' and '''[http://www.pumas.mx/ Pumas]'''. The rivalry between [[Guadalajara]]'s Chivas and [[Mexico City]]'s América, known as ''El Súper Clásico'', ''El Clásico de Clásicos'' or just ''El Clásico'', is the biggest in Mexico, and fixtures between the two sides are guaranteed to draw partisan sell-out crowds. In [[Northern Mexico]], the biggest game of the year is the ''Clasico Regio'', pitting Monterrey's two top teams against each other. The Mexican national team is also a regional powerhouse, and matches against its northern neighbor, the [[United States]], are particularly charged affairs. '''Baseball''' is the second biggest team sport in the country with two leagues, [https://www.milb.com/mexican/ Liga Mexicana de Beisbol] (LMB) and the [https://www.lmp.mx/ Liga Pacifica] (LMP)(sponsored by ARCO). The best players make it to Major League Baseball teams in the U.S., but that is not a universal goal in Mexico, where many players enjoy long careers (particularly in the Mexican League teams) and are relatively well paid. The Liga Mexicana began in 1925. It is organized as two divisions, North and South, with 18 teams playing a 114-game season, from April to September. Teams are located in many popular tourist destinations including [[Cancun]] (Tigres), [[Mexico City]] (Diablos Rojos), [[Guadalajara]] (Mariachis), [[Monterrey]] (Sultanes), and [[Tijuana]] (Toros). The LMP is a winter league with 10 teams, mostly in the states of [[Sinaloa]] and [[Sonora]], but with teams in [[Mexicali]] (Aguilas), [[Guadalajara]] (Charros), and [[Monterrey]] (Sultanes). Monterrey and Guadalajara are the two cities with teams in both leagues, so you can catch a game there at almost any time of the year. '''[[American Football]]''' has a long tradition in Mexico but has often been relegated to third fiddle by the more popular soccer and baseball. Estadio Azteca has seen a handful of NFL games (including, at a time, the best attended NFL game in league history up to that point) and besides a long-standing college league, there is now also a professional league with teams focused in and around Mexico City. '''[[Bullfighting]]''', also referred to as ''la fiesta brava'', is a popular (but declining) spectator sport with a long Hispanic tradition stretching back as far as 2,000 years. Tradition crashes headlong into the modern world when it comes to bullfighting, where animal rights activists fight a constantly escalating war against bullfighting. Proponents of bullfighting point not only to the colorful traditions, but to the fact that the "industry" supporting bullfighting creates 18,000 jobs nationwide. Activists say it's a barbaric, bloodthirsty tradition that has no place in a civilized world. The debate is ongoing and while Mexico City's first bullfight was held in 1526, many people would be happy if no 500th anniversary could take place. Mexico City's Plaza de Toros (Plaza Monumental) is the world's largest bullring and is regarded as being part of the "triple crown" of bullfighting, alongside Madrid and Sevilla. While animal rights activists succeeded in having bullfights blocked in Mexico City in 2022, the case was overturned on appeal and bullfights have resumed in the capital. Bullfights usually occur between November and March, but the season varies by location. In [[Tijuana]], bullfights occur between April and October. In some smaller towns, bullfights are held only in conjunction with large festivals. In any case, travellers who might want a genuine bullfight experience should make plans to visit Mexico soon because the tradition of bullfighting may not last forever. ==Buy== ===Money=== {{exchange rates | currency=Mexican peso | currencyCode=M$ | date=August 2026 | USD=17 | EUR=19 | GBP=23 | CAD=12 | source=[https://www.xe.com/currency/mxn-mexican-peso XE.com] }} The currency of Mexico is the ''peso'', denoted in Mexico as "'''$'''" (ISO code '''MXN''') and in Wikivoyage as "'''M$'''". It is divided into 100 ''centavos''. Prices in US dollars (in tourist areas) are labeled "US$" or sport an ''S'' with a double stroke. Coins are issued in denominations of 5, 10 (steel), 20, and 50 centavos (brass; new 50-centavo coins issued from 2011 onwards are steel and smaller in size) and 1, 2, 5 (steel ring, brass center), 10, 20, 50, and 100 pesos (brass ring, steel or silver center), but it's extremely rare to find coins valued at more than 10 pesos. Banknotes are produced in denominations of 20 (blue or green and pink), 50 (pink-red or purple), 100 (red), 200 (green), 500 (brown or blue), and 1,000 (purple and pink for the latest issue, purple for older issues) pesos. The current issue of 20-, 50- and 100-peso bills are made from polymer plastic, and there are several different series of all banknotes. Ten-peso notes exist, but are very rare and no longer issued and accepted, but remain legal tender. ====Acceptance of other currency==== "Old" pesos (coins and banknotes issued before 1993) are no longer accepted, but are usually collected by numismatists. Merchants may accept US dollars at a lower exchange rate. US dollars are sometimes accepted in border towns and in some tourist areas. Even when US dollars are accepted, pesos are preferred. Other currencies such as the euro, pound sterling, and Swiss franc are generally not accepted by merchants, and even banks headquartered in Europe may refuse to accept euros for exchange. On the other hand, most banks and exchange offices (''casas de cambio'') will accept them. If you arrive from the south and still carry Central American currency, try to exchange them as soon as possible, as outside of the immediate border area not even banks will accept them. As all Central American countries either have the US dollar as their national currency (El Salvador and Panama) or have it circulating to varying degrees as a ''de facto'' second currency and virtually all banks in Central America and most banks in Mexico accept US dollars (usually at better rates than any other currency) your best bet is to "triangulate" your money from local currency to dollars and from dollars to pesos rather than exchanging them directly, which can be difficult and expensive. Should you have forgotten to exchange your money and the banks are closed, street money changers (called ''coyotes'' or ''cambistas'') don't have fixed opening hours and often have better rates. Be careful, however, as they do from time to time rip off foreign visitors with bogus calculators, wrong rates and counterfeit or outdated (and thus worthless) bills. ====Money exchange==== If you have brought cash in US dollars or euros, the best places to change your money are at an arrival airport (such as Mexico City and Cancun), where many money exchanges are located already in the arrival hall (where you can also compare some exchange rates and choose the most convenient) and, normally, at airports, the exchange rate is usually fair. Be sure to pass through Customs before looking for foreign exchange as inside the customs zone in Cancun the rate is far lower than the greediest street vendors ask. If you would like to wait until later to obtain Mexican currency, try not to change at your hotel, as the rates there tend to be extremely disadvantageous for tourists. However, some hotels provide exchanges as a courtesy, in this case it is best to ask just to make sure. Often, you can find money exchanges at strategic places in most tourist destinations and near the hotel (zones). The exchanges rates should not differ drastically from the ones at airport. If you are unfamiliar with Mexican money (bills, coins), try to stick to official foreign exchange booths. In several internationally popular beach destinations like Cancun and Los Cabos, local merchants are accustomed to US dollars and will often accept them as payment (they even have dual-currency cash registers and drawers). However, do bear in mind that the convenience of such “private” money exchange usually comes with a slightly unfavorable exchange rate. ===Shopping=== [[File:2013-12-27 Oaxaca Markt 03 anagoria.JPG|thumbnail|Spices for sale at a market in Oaxaca]] If there is no price tag, ''ask for the price first''. The simple question is "¿Cuánto cuesta?" and is easily understood by Mexicans. Some shops show the price in '''pesitos'''. That's the diminutive of peso and means the same. * Weights are measured in kilograms. Length is measured in centimeters and meters. * For clothes and shoe sizes, the "Continental" measurements are used. Merchants can be picky about the state of your paper money and may scrutinize it and reject anything with rips. Try to keep it in as pristine condition as possible. Reputedly, this is more the case the farther south you go. In any case, you can easily enter a bank with some damaged bill to get it exchanged into another one. Merchants are often reluctant to make change in smaller towns. Try to avoid paying with overly large denominations; the best customer has exact change. In rural areas, your 'change' may consist of chiclets or other small commodities. Merchants, specially those in small markets ("tianguis") and street vendors are no strangers to haggling. Try asking "¿Es lo menos?" ("Is this the smallest price?"), The more rural and less touristy the area you're likely to have more success. *'''[[Mexican artesanias|Artesanias]]'''. A visit to anywhere in Mexico will give one the opportunity to buy art made in the "old world" manner that reflects the diverse ethnicity of Mexico. Included in these articles would be textiles, wood carvings, paintings and carved masks that are used on sacred dances and burials. In many parts of Mexico, artists welcome visitors to their workshops to see how things are made and often to buy "direct from the source". *'''Timeshares'''. When visiting the '''resort''' cities of Mexico (e.g. Cancun, Puerto Vallarta or similar), it is more than common to be approached on the streets, in bars, in restaurants and anywhere with offers of gifts, free rental cars, free nights, free dinners, free anything that may appeal to you, just for visiting and listening to a presentation to buy a timeshare. Unless you are severely desperate for something to do, you may want to ignore those making the offer and stay away from those ''free'' offers. While the properties are very nice, great locations and plenty of amenities, this is not the place to ''learn'' about timeshares. Do your homework before even thinking about buying a timeshare, see what the values are in the ''resale'' market and understand the ''rights'' you are buying and the future costs. Collecting on the ''free'' offers may be difficult, if not impossible. * '''Automobiles'''. It's certainly worth going over and importing a car back from there, although importing it to the EU/US standards is the hard part. Recommended are the Ford Fusion (like the British Ford Mondeo, but more upmarket) and the Chrysler 200 (the 2.4 model is worth it). Volkswagens can be substantially better-equipped than European or North American counterparts. The Passat sold in Mexico is not the same car as in Europe, and is substantially bigger, however, engines are the same as in Europe, except for the 2.5 petrol. * '''Cuban cigars'''. are a fun novelty for tourists from the US and are widely available. It's still illegal to bring them back to the US, although the worst that's likely to happen is they'll be confiscated by customs. ====Credit and debit cards==== Credit and debit cards (with Maestro or MasterCard/Visa affiliation) are widely accepted in Mexico. You can use them at ATMs as well as in most department stores, bigger restaurants, gas stations, but be sure that outside cities you always carry sufficient cash in pesos, and generally verify the possibility to pay with card before consumption. Smaller (often family run) businesses often accept only cash. Most of the time, an extra 5% when paying with card is added. Also, you cannot get lower prices if you haggle unless you pay cash. While many Pemex stations accept credit cards, especially in locations that have heavy tourist traffic, some do not; travellers who intend to pay by credit card should always ask the attendant if the card is accepted before pumping begins. ====ATMs==== Bank of America customers can avoid ATM fees by using Santander Serfin ATMs. Other banks may have similar policies, check with your respective institution. For example, Banamex bank is owned by Citibank/Citigroup, and Bancomer is owned by BBVA, which is related to Chase in the United States. Ask to your bank if they have relation with Mexican banks, and the advantages that such ally can provide. Otherwise, do not be surprised to find yourself with a fee for each withdrawal. ATMs ask you if you want to accept the shown fee. In some ATMs you need to put your credit card inside crosswise. 5 Lowest ATM fees used with UK issued Mastercard, January 2024: Inbursa M$22.04, BanBajio M$23.20, Banca Mifel M$26.68, BanCoppel M$29, CitiBanamex M$30.74. As of January 2024, other fees are: Banco Azteca M$34.80, Santander M$34.80, HSBC M$35.84, Banorte M$58.00, Multiva M$67.28, Banregio M$81.20, BBVA M$174 pesos There is no difference between Mastercard and Visa. ATMs in smaller towns can run out of currency; sometimes this is a regular occurrence. Check with the bank (or locals) about the best time to use the ATM and never wait until the last minute to get cash. ===Tipping=== [[Tipping]] in Mexico is similar to the United States. It is usually from 10 to 15%. Meals have a 10% to 15% tip (this includes fast food deliveries). This tip is usually left by most people in restaurants, although it is not so common in street restaurants or stands, where the tenders usually have a can or box where people deposit coins. It is generally common to leave a tip on the table after paying and therefore having small change is very useful. Mexican bars and night clubs often charge directly to the bill 15% of the total amount (taxes included). That is illegal in most cases because of the imposition of the tip and because they calculate the 15% with taxes included. In large groups, or in nightclubs the barmen expect the customers to deposit their tip in a cup left on the table before serving the drinks so the service they give is in function with the tip they received. It is also customary to give a tip to the person who sometimes guard the car as if they were valet parking; in Mexico these people are often called ''viene viene'' (literally: "comes, comes") or ''franeleros'' and usually people give them M$3-20 depending on the zone, although they sometimes ask for bigger sums of money when the car is left close to a night life area. In medium and large retail stores such as Wal-Mart there are uniformed helpers, usually children or the elderly, who bag the products just after the clerk has scanned them. This role is called ''cerillo'' (Spanish for "match"). It is common for these helpers to not have a basic salary, so all the money earned is from the tips people give them. Most customers give M$2-5 depending on the number of products. Cerillos also put the bags in the cart and if the load is large they can even help bringing it to the car and unloading the bags; in these cases, they normally receive more than M$15. Tipping is not expected in cabs or buses, except when it is a tour. In some populated Mexican restaurants wandering musicians enter, play, and expect the customers to pay something, although this is voluntary. In filling stations, the workers usually get M$2-5 for every gasoline load. In stadiums people give a small tip to the person who shows the place where they should sit. Tips are also given to bellboys, barbers and people that work in similar services. ==Eat== {{see also|Mexican cuisine}} [[File:TacoPlacesPetatlan.JPG|thumbnail|Taco stalls]] [[Mexican cuisine]] can be described better as a collection of various regional cuisines rather than a standard list of dishes for the whole country. Because of climate, geography and ethnic differences, we can classify Mexican cuisine broadly in 4 great categories according to the region: * '''Northern''' – Mostly meat dishes done mainly from beef and goat. This includes Cabrito, Carne Asada (Barbecue) and Arrachera. It is influenced by international cuisine (mostly from the United States and Europe), but it retains the essential Mexican flavor. * '''Central''' – This region is influenced by the rest of the country, but has its own well-developed local flavor in dishes such as Pozole, Menudo and Carnitas. Dishes are mostly corn-based and with different spices. * '''Southeastern''' – Is known for its spicy vegetable and chicken-based dishes. Caribbean cuisine have influences here because of the location. * '''Coast''' – Has a strong emphasis on seafood and fish, but corn-based recipes can be easily found as well. Ask for the "platillo tipico" of the town, which is the local speciality that may not be found elsewhere, a variation, or the birthplace of a recipe. Also consider that most of the recipes change from place to place: for example, tamales in the south are made with the banana plant leaves, and in the Huasteca region tamales are very big (they are called "Zacahuil"); one is OK for a complete family.[[File:Gordita.jpg|thumbnail|Gordita]]If you are travelling here from [[Spain]] or elsewhere in [[Latin America]], keep in mind that many Mexican dishes can have the same name, but be very different from their counterparts elsewhere. For instance, a Mexican ''tamal'' is very different from a Colombian ''tamal'', and a Mexican ''tortilla'' bears virtually no similarity at all to a Spanish ''tortilla''. Traditional Mexican food can often be very spicy; if you are not used to peppers, always ask if your food includes it. "(''¿Esto tiene chile? Es picante?'')." There are many [[street food|food carts]] on the streets of Mexican cities and towns. Travelers are advised to eat from these carts with caution, as hygienic preparation practices are not always reliable. You can measure the quality of food by popularity; do not eat in lonely places, even if they are restaurants or hotels. Consider that Mexicans eat their main meal in the middle of the afternoon (around 3 o'clock), with breakfast or "almuerzo", a mid-morning affair after a very light something, like a small plate of fruit or a roll with coffee, in the very early morning. Although, many Mexicans have large breakfasts in the morning. Later, at night the meal varies from very light, such as sweet rolls or breads, coffee or hot chocolate, to heavy dinner, such as pozole, tacos, and tamales. Schedule your meals accordingly and you will get a better perspective on the gauge of how busy (popular) a restaurant is. In doing so, you may (or may not) find some of the most unique and genuinely Mexican dishes you've ever had. From these vendors, you may find tacos, burgers, bread, roasted field corn or elote served with mayonnaise, or a light cream, and sprinkled with fresh white cheese, roasted sweet potato called camote, and almost any kind of food and service you would imagine. * '''Chicharrón''' – Deep fried pork skin. Quite crunchy and if well-prepared slightly oily. Heavenly spread with guacamole. Or sometimes cooked in a mild chili sauce and served with eggs. * '''Enchiladas''' – Chicken or meat stuffed soft tortillas covered with green, red or mole sauce. Some may have melted cheese inside and/or on top. * '''Tacos''' – Soft corn tortillas filled with meat (asada (steak strips), pollo (shredded chicken), carnitas (fried shredded pork), lengua (cow tongue), cabeza (meat from cow skull), sesos (cow brains), tripa (cow gut), al pastor (chili, pork, beef cut from a spit) or chorizo (pork sausage)). In the north sometimes flour tortillas are used. Do not expect the crispy taco shell anywhere. * '''Tamales''' (singular ''tamal'') – corn dough shell with meat or vegetable fillings. Tamales Dulces contain fruit and/or nuts. * '''Tortas''' – Fancy Mexican sandwich. Bread roll that is grilled lightly, meat fillings are same as tacos: lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, beans, onion, mayonnaise and avocado. One is beginning to find tortas with the American styled cold cuts available, as well, in urban areas. * '''Huitlacoche''' – (wit-la-ko-che) A fungus, much like mushrooms, found in corn. This dish is usually an additive to others. Foreigners might find it hard to stomach but Mexicans swear by it. Although most Mexicans love huitlacoche, most do not prepare it in their own home very frequently. It can be found in most markets or stores. * '''Quesadillas''' – Cheese or other ingredients grilled in between corn tortillas, heavy on cheese and lighter on other items such as chicken, pork, beans, squash flower blossoms and such. * '''Mole''' – Mild to medium chili based sauce made with cocoa and a hint of peanut over meat, usually served with shredded chicken or turkey. ('Pollo en mole' and this is known as Puebla or poblano style). There are many regional moles and some are green, yellow, black and can vary greatly in flavor depending on the artistic talent or preferences involved. * '''Pozole''' – Chicken or pork broth with hominy corn, spiced when served with oregano, lettuce, lemon juice, radish, chopped onion, dried ground chile and other ingredients such as chicken, pork, or even seafood, usually served with a side dish of tostadas, fried potato and fresh cheese tacos. Very fortifying. * '''Gorditas''' – corn patty stuffed with chicharron, chicken, cheese, etc. topped with cream, cheese and hot sauce. * '''Grillo''' – Grasshopper, usually cooked and placed inside another dish such as a quesadilla. It is frequently found in markets in the state of Morelos and other central Mexico states. This is not common in Mexico City. * '''Guacamole''' – crushed avocado sauce with green serrano chile, chopped red tomato and onion, lime juice, salt, and served with somewhat thick (1/8 inch) fried tortilla slices or "totopos". * '''Tostadas''' – fried flat tortilla topped with fried beans, lettuce, cream, fresh cheese, sliced red tomato and onion, hot sauce, and chicken or other main ingredient. Think a corn chip dippers, on low dose steroids, for salsas and as above. You do not usually get a plate of this automatically in many parts of Mexico as you would in the US, although they are starting to show up in resort areas that cater to US nationals automatically. * '''Huaraches''' – a bigger (think shoe-shaped) version of a gordita. * '''Sopes''' – corn patty topped with a wide variety of ingredients such as chicken, cheese, mashed beans, and various hot sauces. * '''Carnitas''' – deep fried pork meat served with a variety of salsa, to get them dry with less grease. * '''Chile en nogada''' – A big green Poblano chile with a beef or pork apple stuffing, covered with a white nut (usually walnut, known as ''nuez'') sauce and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds which happen to be red. The three colors represent the national flag and the dish is served nationwide around Mexican Independence Day (16 September). * '''Barbacoa''' – Sheep or goat meat cooked with maguey leaves in an oven made at a hole in the ground. Think BBQ heaven without the hickory smoke or catsup-based BBQ sauce. Served with condiments and salsas in corn tortilas and sometimes in a torta bread roll. * '''Sopa de Tortilla''' – tortilla chips soup usually of chicken broth, plain or with a touch of tomato flavor, and usually mild and not at all hot. Commonly served with diced avocado and fresh crumbled white cheese on top. * '''Chilaquiles''' – tortilla chips with a green tomatillo, or red tomato, or mild chili sauce, Usually served with chicken or eggs on top or within. Usually a mild dish. * '''Migas''' – is a typical dish in the center of the country which is a guajillo chile broth with soaked bread, which you can add the pork bones with meat or eggs. You may see a sign with '''"orden de tacos"'''. This means usually 5 pieces, if there is no other amount stated. The word ''orden'' is also used for other types of Mexican food. There is breakfast in McDonald's that you may not find in other countries. It includes:<br> • McMolletes<br> • McMuffin Huevo y Salchicha<br> • McMuffin a la Mexicana<br> • Hotcakes con Salchichas<br> • Desayuno Especial Mexicano<br> • McBurrito a la Mexicana for M$30 (Dec 2021)<br> Basic burgers you may not find in other countries during the day are for about M$30 (Dec 2021):<br> • Hamburguesa Gourmet<br> • Hamburguesa Especial con lechuga ==Drink== [[File:Venta de tequila en Tequila Jalisco México..JPG|thumbnail|Tequila store in [[Tequila]]]] Tap water is potable, but generally not recommended for drinking. Hotels usually give guests one (large) bottle of drinking water per room per night. Bottled water is also readily available in supermarkets and at tourist attractions. * Absinthe is legal in Mexico. * Tequila, distilled from Agave (a specific type of cactus) * Pulque, ferment made from Maguey * Mezcal, similar to tequila but distilled from Maguey * Raicilla, a type of mezcal made in Jalisco * Pox, whisky meets rum, distilled from grains and cane sugar, made in Chiapas * Tepache, ferment made from pineapple * Tuba, made from coconut palm tree [[File:Modelo Negra and Victoria beer bottles.jpg|thumb|A Mexican dark lager (Modelo Negra) and golden lager (Victoria)]] There are also several Mexican beers, most of which are available outside Mexico, these include Corona (popular, but not necessarily as overwhelmingly popular in Mexico as many foreigners think), Dos Equis (XX) and Modelo Especial. Lighter Mexican beers are often served with lime and salt, though many Mexicans do not drink beer in this fashion. In some places you will find beer served as a prepared drink called "Michelada" or simply "Chelada". The formula varies depending on the place, but it's usually beer mixed with lime juice and various sauces and spices on ice served in a salt rim glass. Spicy beer is available in supermarkets; try it, it will be an experience. Other variation called "Cubana" includes Clamato cocktail, soybean sauce, salt and a little bit of hot sauce. Mexico produces wine in several different areas, the most important of which is the [[Valle de Guadalupe]] in [[Baja California]], which accounts for more than 90% of Mexico's total wine production. The second largest wine region is in the Bajio state of [[Queretaro (state)|Queretaro]] centered on the town of [[Ezequiel Montes]]. Wine is also produced in the states of [[Sonora]], [[Coahuila]], and [[Guanajuato (state)|Guanajuato]]. Most Mexicans tend to prefer European or Chilean imports, but Mexican wines are becoming more popular as they continue to earn accolades in the press and in competitions. In the prestigious 2023 Concours Mundial de Bruxelles, the top point getter was Cenzontle Blanco from [[Valle de Guadalupe]], beating out thousands of wines from around the world. Non alcoholic beverages: * Chocolate * Atole * Horchata (rice based drink) * Agua de Jamaica (hibiscus iced tea, similar to karkadai in Egypt) * Licuados de fruta (fruit smoothies and milkshakes) * Champurrado (thick chocolate drink) * Refrescos (common sodas, generally sweet and made with cane sugar, not corn syrup as in the United States). [[File:Champurrado thenewplace sf.jpg|thumbnail|Champurrado]] The legal drinking age in Mexico is 18, but not strictly enforced. In many places, consumption of alcohol in public ("open container") is illegal and usually punishable by a day in jail. Be aware of waitresses and barmen, especially at night clubs. If you are not aware of your consumption and how much you already spent, they can add a few more drinks to your account. Some do this, not all. Alcoholmeters are widely used in driving roads If drinking, always have a designated driver. Driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage will result in 1 to 3 days in jail. Mexico, especially the southern state of Chiapas, produces excellent coffee. Café con leche, usually one part coffee to one part steamed milk, is very popular. Unfortunately, many places in Mexico that are not cafés serve Nescafe instant coffee, so you may have to search for the good coffee, but it's there. Mineral water is popular in many regions of Mexico. Topo Chico is the most widely available brand by a very wide margin. ==Learn== [[File:Flag of Mexico in Acapulco.jpg|thumbnail|Hornos Beach in Acapulco]] The most important Universities in Mexico include the '''UNAM''', ranked 73rd worldwide, and the best in Latin America. Its main campus is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Murals in the main campus were painted by some of the most recognized artists in Mexican history, such as Diego Rivera and David Alfaro Siqueiros. '''IPN''' (Instituto Politécnico Nacional), '''ITESM''' (Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, located in Monterrey but with branch campuses in many other Mexican cities) the '''Iberoamerican University''' (Universidad Iberoamericana, part of the Jesuit University System) and '''Universidad Anahuac'''. [[File:Chichen Itza 21.JPG|thumbnail|Chichen Itza, one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world]] Most of the government-funded universities on mayor cities (state capital) have short courses on history, gastronomy and cultural subjects, most of them are almost free. Other places are the "Casa de la Cultura", (house of culture) that are historical buildings used for cultural related activities (music concerts, theater, paint and other exhibits, they also have "talleres" (workshops). Most places have programs for foreigners to learn Spanish, or even study a whole degree. There are some other courses where you can learn traditional Mexican activities such as handcrafts. There are Spanish language schools throughout Mexico. The city with the most schools is Cuernavaca, with more than 50 schools. Oaxaca, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato also offer a number of schools to choose from. Prices vary; however, most schools are very reasonably priced. Many schools can arrange homestays with local Mexican families. ==Work== Working may require a work visa, which is difficult to get if you just want to freelance for a short time. Many important headquarters are located throughout the main cities of Mexico. Top Mexican corporations such as Televisa, Bimbo, Cemex, Telmex and Vitra are often willing to hire professionals who are native English speakers as much of their business is developed alongside North American corporations. Native English speakers can pick up work as English teachers. The upside is that English speakers with no knowledge of Spanish are appreciated, because they will force their students to practice English. The downside is that salaries are somewhat low. ==Sleep== [[File:Plazadeliberacion1.jpg|thumbnail|Plaza de liberación and the cathedral, Guadalajara]] Several hotel chains are available throughout Mexico, including Palace Resorts, Le Blanc Spa Resort, Best Western, Holiday Inn, CityExpress, Fiesta Inn, Fairmont, Hilton, Ritz, Camino Real, Marriott (Sheraton, W, Westin, Four Points) and many others. Rates have risen considerably, though most are still reasonable compared to similar U.S. or European hotels. Chain accommodations are usually clean and comfortable, good for business travelers, but not necessarily for those wanting to experience Mexico itself. There are also many all-inclusive resorts for those visiting the major beach destinations. Boutique hotels are found all over the country; price range varies but all of them are rich in Mexican traditions, elegance and charm, the perfect way to experience the cultural heritage of each state. A great source of information is Melba Levick's book ''Mexicasa,'' found in many libraries and online bookstores. Otherwise an authentic accommodation can usually be found by asking locals or gringos, especially in the smaller towns. Smaller hotels and motels along the roadside may not be safe or comfortable. If you are unsure about conditions or the safety of the room, ask to see it before paying. This will not be considered rude. Decent hotels for a low budget are usually found around the central bus station of a town. If you are going to stay at cheaper hotels in cooler areas in the winter consider bringing extra clothes, an electric blanket or a sleeping bag, as there is power, but no heat. And although it may get quite hot by afternoon outside, adobe and cement are like fridges. An electric tea kettle is also a good idea, as hot water might not be available when you want it. There is a large backpacker culture in Mexico, and there are many hostels offering dorm accommodation and private rooms. You can expect to pay M$100-300 (Nov 2021) for a night in a dorm, sometimes including breakfast. Hostels are a fantastic place to share information with fellow travelers, and you can often find people who have been to your future destinations. If you're travelling with children, use a plastic case (with wheels and a handle) as luggage, and it can be used as a bathtub for the kids if necessary. Budget hotels rarely, if ever, have bathtubs. ==Stay safe== {{cautionbox | Some governments advise that you '''should not travel''' to several states because of high levels of crime, unreliable law enforcement assistance, and violence related to drug trafficking. Resort areas and tourist destinations in Mexico generally do not see the levels of drug-related violence and crime reported in the border region and in areas along major trafficking routes. Check the advisories below for current information. | us=https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/mexico-travel-advisory.html | uk=https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/mexico | canada=https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/mexico | australia=https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/mexico | lastedit=2025-09-08}} Mexico has a reputation for being a dangerous country — a reputation that's not entirely unwarranted — but the average traveller should not be too overly concerned or cautious of their surroundings. A lot of the crime occurs between those involved in the drug trade or organised crime. (See [[#Drug traffic issues|drug traffic issues]] for more information)[[File:Policia turistica ciudad mexico.jpg|thumbnail|Mounted tourist police, Mexico City]]In most cities, location is very important as security changes from place to place. Areas close to downtown (''centro'') are safer to walk at night, especially on the "Plaza", "Zócalo" or "Jardín" (main square) and areas nearby. Stay in populated areas, avoid poor neighborhoods, especially at night, and don't walk there at any time if you are alone. Vicious beatings have been reported at resorts by people who have travelled alone, so stay alert for any suspicious-looking individual. If you wish to visit one of the slums, you should only go as part of a guided tour with a reputable guide or tour company. Political violence in Chiapas and Oaxaca has abated, and is far less of a threat than drug-related crime. However, Mexican authorities do not look approvingly on foreigners who participate in demonstrations (even peaceful ones) or voice support for groups such as the Ejército Zapatista de Liberación Nacional and its leader, Subcomandante Marcos, even if their images and slogans are commonly sold on t-shirts and caps in markets. Do not wave cash or credit cards around. Use them discreetly and put them away as quickly as possible. The nationwide emergency number is '''911'''. Although Mexico has one of the largest police forces in the world, systemic corruption and low salaries often restrict the capabilities of law enforcement. Enlisting the help of the police almost always requires solid Spanish-language skills. Beggars are not usually a threat, but you will find lots in urban areas. Avoid being surrounded by them, as some can [[Pickpockets|pickpocket]] your goods. Giving away two pesos quickly can get you out of such troubles (but may also attract other beggars). Most poor and homeless Mexicans prefer to sell trinkets, gum, sing, or provide some meager service than beg outright. Larger cities, such as Guadalajara and Mexico City, are safer than most places in Mexico. However, caution is still recommended. ===Drug crimes=== [[File:Mexican States with mafia conflicts.png|thumb|States with the most conflict, marked in red (2010)]] Former president Felipe Calderon waged war on the drug cartels, and in turn, they waged war against the government (and more often, among each other). Some Mexican northern and border cities such as Tijuana, Nogales, Nuevo Laredo, Chihuahua, Culiacán, Durango, and Juárez can be dangerous if you are not familiar with them, especially at night. Most crime in the northern cities is related to the drug trade and police corruption. However, since law enforcement figures are often overwhelmed battling drug-related activities, many northern border towns that were somewhat dangerous to begin with are now a hotbed for criminals to act with impunity. Ciudad Juárez, in particular, bears the brunt of this violence, and with nearly a fourth of Mexico's overall murders, travel there requires special attention. Away from the northern states, cartel related violence is centered in specific areas, including the Pacific Coast states of Michoacán and Guerrero. However, exercise caution anywhere, especially at night or in high crime areas. Tourists and other travellers are of no interest to the drug cartels. Many popular tourist destinations like Oaxaca, Guanajuato, Los Cabos, Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Mérida, and Guadalajara are largely unaffected by this, simply because there are no borders there. Ciudad Juárez is a primary battleground in the drug war, and while foreign travellers are not often targeted, the presence of two warring cartels, many small opportunistic gangs, and armed police and soldiers has created a chaotic situation to say the least. As a rule of thumb, the further away you are from the border, and the closer you are to Mexico City, the safer you'll be. Many people go to Mexico City to seek refuge from drug-related violence as many politicians and military personnel are there. Consumption of drugs is prohibited, although the problem of illegal medicine is serious in Mexico, this is still illegal (but consumption of drugs like cannabis or having a small amount are legal or decriminalised). Also, this can get you in trouble with gangs. The army also sets up random checkpoints throughout all major highways in search of narcotics and weapons. Drug consumption is also opposed by a large percentage of the population. ===Beach=== In Mexico the actions have to be taken for safety is similar to everywhere. See [[water safety]]. ====[[Jellyfish]]==== If you see a ''Portuguese man o' war'' ({{Lang|la|''Physalia physalis''}}), stay far away from it. If you get stung by the jellyfish, use tweezers to remove its stingers, then go to hospital. ==== Stingray stings ==== Choose a place with hot water if you can, because the heat deactivates the poison. ==== Riptides ==== Very dangerous, particularly during and after storms. ===Public transportation=== When in major cities &ndash; especially Mexico City &ndash; it is better to play it safe with taxis. The best options are to phone a taxi company, to request that your hotel or restaurant call a taxi for you, or to pick up a taxi from an established post (''Taxi de Sitio''). Also, taxis can be stopped in the middle of the street, which is okay for most of the country, but particularly unsafe in Mexico City. As chaotic as it might be sometimes, the [https://www.metro.cdmx.gob.mx/ Metro]{{Dead link|date=October 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} is the best way to move around in Mexico City: it's cheap (M$5 for a ticket as of Feb 02, 2020), safe, has a large network covering almost anywhere you'd want to go in the city and it's extremely fast, compared to any on-street transportation, since it doesn't have to bear with the constant traffic jams. If you've never been in a crowded subway, avoid peak hours (usually from 06:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00) and do your homework: check first which line (''línea'') and station (''estación'') you want to go to and the address of the place you're trying to reach. Your hotel can give you this information, and maps of the subway system are available on the internet and at the stations. Most stations also have maps of the vicinity. Avoid taking the subway at late hours of the night, but during the day many stations are patrolled by police officers and the subway is safer than taking the public bus. Your major concern in the subway is the pickpockets, so keep your important belongings and wallets in a safe place. A word of caution for people who are used to European or major American subway systems that operate around the clock: even in Mexico City, the last subway leaves around midnight, with service only resuming in the early morning. Taxis are priced accordingly, and you should keep your wits about you when moving around in the middle of the night. If you are travelling by bus, do not put your valuables in your big bag in the storage compartment of the bus. If the police or the military controls the luggage, they might take out what they want, especially in night buses, when passengers are most likely asleep. The use of a money belt (worn underneath the clothes and out of sight) is highly recommended. ===Driving=== * All distances on the signboards and speed limits are in metric units. * Gas is likewise sold in metric units and far cheaper than in Europe (and still a bit cheaper than in the U.S.) [[File:15-07-21-Mexico-Stadtzentrum-RalfR-N3S 9738.jpg|thumb|Downtown Mexico City]] If driving in from the [[USA]], always purchase Mexican liability insurance (legal defense coverage recommended) before crossing the border or immediately after crossing. When you are paying for your temporary import permit (for going beyond border areas), often in the same building there are several stalls selling Mexican auto insurance. Even if your American (or Canadian, etc.) insurance covers your vehicle in Mexico, it '''cannot''' (by Mexican law) cover liability (e.g., hitting something or injuring someone). You will probably spend time in a Mexican jail if you have an accident without it. And even if your own insurance does (in theory) provide liability coverage in Mexico—you'll be filing your claim from behind bars! Don't risk it, get Mexican auto insurance. Never drive above the speed limit or run stop signs/red lights, as Mexican police will use any excuse to pull over tourists and give you a ticket. In some cities, the police can not give you a ticket, but they might warn you. The fine for speeding could be as much as US$100 (M$1870)<!--shouldn't we use the exact peso amount instead of a rounded USD amount?-->, depending on the city. As of April 2011, police across the country are cracking down on drunk driving, particularly in Mexico City, the larger cities, and the beach resorts. There are random checkpoints throughout the country in which every driver has to stop and take an automated inebriation test. If you fail, you will end up in a Mexican prison. You will mostly find beggars and windshield cleaners at some traffic lights; having your windows closed at all times is especially recommendable in some areas of Mexico City. The windshield cleaners will try to clean yours: a strong and firm "no" is suggested. ===Natural disasters=== Natural disasters in Mexico include [[hurricanes]] and [[earthquakes]]. [[Mexico City]] in particular is located in a seismically active area. === Firearms === Every year a few U.S. tourists run afoul of Mexico's strict gun laws. '''Bringing guns into Mexico is illegal in most circumstances''', and this includes guns kept for personal protection on private boats. If you want to bring a firearm, see [[Recreational shooting#Mexico]]. === Hiking === Many trails are unmarked in real life, even if they are present at OpenStreetMap or a hiking app. If a local rule says to do a trail with a guide - it's much better to go with the guide, the route will be dangerous and easy to get lost. ==Stay healthy== Some parts of Mexico are known for '''[[travelers' diarrhea]]''', often called "Montezuma's Revenge" (Venganza de Moctezuma). The reason for this is not so much the spicy food but the contamination of the '''[[water]] supply''' in some of the poorer zones in Mexico. In most of the small towns that are less industrialized, only the poorest Mexicans will drink tap water. The best policy is to only drink bottled or purified water, both of which are readily available. Be sure to specify ''bottled'' water in restaurants and avoid ice (which is often not made from purified water). Just like in the US, in most major Mexican cities the water is purified at the cities' water company. In most restaurants in these poor zones, the only water served comes from large jugs of purified water. If you get sick, visit your local clinic as soon as possible. There is medicine available that will counter the bacteria. Medicine in urban areas is highly developed, public hospitals are just as good as public hospitals in US, and just as the American public hospitals, they are always full. It's recommended going to private hospitals for faster service. Before traveling to rural areas of Mexico, it might be a good idea to obtain '''anti-malarial medications''' from your health care provider. It is strongly advised that the traveler be sure that any meats they are consuming have been thoroughly cooked due to an increasing rate of '''roundworm''' infections, particularly in the Acapulco area. Along with the risk for malaria, mosquitoes have also been known to carry the '''West Nile virus'''. Be sure to bring an effective insect repellent, preferably one that contains the ingredient DEET. The rate of '''AIDS/HIV''' infection in Mexico is lower than in the US, France and most Latin American nations. However, if you plan on having sex, be sure that you use a latex condom to reduce your risk of contracting or spreading the virus. As with any western location, cases of '''hantavirus pulmonary syndrome''' have been reported throughout Mexico. This is an acute, rare (but often fatal) illness for which there is no known cure. The virus is believed to be present in animal feces, particularly feces from members of the rodent family. Therefore, do not wander into animal dens and be especially careful when entering enclosed spaces that are not well ventilated and lack sunlight. Vaccination against '''Hepatitis A & B''' and '''Typhoid fever''' is recommended. If you are bitten by an animal, assume that the animal was carrying '''rabies''' and seek medical attention immediately for treatment. In remote areas, carry a first aid kit, aspirin, and other related items that are sold without medical prescription. ==Respect== [[File:MojigangaSMA002.jpg|thumb|Festival in [[San Miguel de Allende]]]] Mexicans have a somewhat relaxed sense of time so it's vital to be patient. Arriving half an hour late is common and should not be taken in a negative light. When anyone, even a total stranger, sneezes, you always say "¡salud!" ("bless you!" or more literally, "your health!"): otherwise, it is considered rude. In rural areas, particularly in the Mexican heartland (Jalisco, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, etc.), the even more pious "Jesús te bendiga" (May Jesus bless you) will follow a sneeze. Attitudes towards LGBT travellers can be hostile in more rural states, but [[LGBT Mexico City|Mexico City is very LGBT friendly]] as are popular beach resort areas such as [[Cancun]], [[Puerto Vallarta]], and [[Acapulco]]. By court order, all states in Mexico either allow the performance of same-sex marriages, or recognize such marriages when performed in other states. Same-sex marriage is performed in Mexico City and in the states of Aguascalientes, Baja California, Baja California Sur, Campeche, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Colima, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Nuevo León, Oaxaca, Puebla, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Sonora and Tlaxcala as well as in certain municipalities in Guerrero and Zacatecas. It is pending publication in Querétaro, and being prepared for legislation in Yucatán. Southern Mexico City is the best place in terms of tolerance. When entering churches, always take off any sunglasses, caps or hats. Wearing shorts is rarely a problem, but still wear a sweatshirt or sweater to your waist to avoid showing too much skin, which could be disrespectful in such places. However, away from the beaches, or northern areas, shorts are very rarely worn by Mexicans on the street and thus will attract more attention to you and make you stand out as a foreigner. === Sensitive issues === '''Show respect to Mexico's laws'''. Although corruption and bribery have long been around, a visitor behaving in a way that implies that Mexico is a lawless country is considered disrespectful. Offering a bribe to an official may get you into trouble. '''You are unlikely to cause offence by having a discussion about local politics, economics and history'''; Mexicans consider them good conversational topics and are more than happy to delight you with such discussions. This said, sensitive subjects like illegal immigration to the US, crime, or the drug war are likely to arouse strong emotions. Mexicans are well aware of their country's problems and would like to forget about them once in a while. Also, you might be surprised at how much Mexicans know about the politics of your country – especially the times in its history when they feel your country has screwed Mexico over (which applies especially for Spain, France and the U.S.). That said, Mexican history tends to be viewed as a series of shades of grey — there are those who feel the need to extol economic growth under Porfirio Díaz, just like there are those who point out anti-democratic tendencies under Benito Juarez. '''Many Mexicans have an unfavorable opinion of the Spanish Empire''' and the things they've done in the past. They feel that many of Mexico's problems are rooted in what the Spanish brought over. This said, there are no feelings of resentment towards Spain and Spanish people. '''Try not to assume the worst in people'''. Mexico may have a lot of social and political problems, but that does not mean that everyone is alike. '''The great majority of the population is and traditionally has been Roman Catholic''', and there is still a strong following of this faith among Mexicans from all socioeconomic backgrounds. However, there are sizeable Protestant, Evangelical, and Pentecostal communities (in part due to US missionary activity) and the country also has one of the largest communities of Jehovah's Witnesses. The irreligious are a small minority and they are found mostly among college-educated urban dwellers of the middle and upper middle class. Saying anything that hints at atheism or agnosticism may simply be shrugged off, or could incite lengthy discussions or at worst, attempts at proselytizing. As a rule of thumb, try not to have religious discussions with people you're not well acquainted with. === Cultural notes === While overt racism may not be apparent, as a general rule, wealth and social status are historically tied to European ancestry and skin color. Mexican society is sharply divided by social class, with the rich, middle class, and poor often living very separate lives, and can have very distinct cultures. Social practices or tastes of one social group may not be shared by all classes. Clubs, bars, and restaurants may cater largely to one crowd or another, and a wealthier person or tourist may feel out of place or received unwanted attention in a working class cantina; a poor looking person may be blatantly refused service or get unfriendly stares at an exclusive establishment. There are many words in the country according to ethnic background: * Do not be offended to be called a "güero(a)" (blonde) and its diminutive form "güerito(a)" (blondie), as it's a common way for the average Mexican citizen to refer mostly to Caucasian people, including white Mexicans. The words "gringo" and its synonym "gabacho" are used regardless of the actual nationality of the tourists and they are not meant as offensive. Actually, they are often used as terms of endearment. * If you are East Asian, you will be referred to as "Chino(a)" (Chinese) and its diminutive form "chinito(a)" regardless of whether you are Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean, etc. Exceptions are in the capital, Mexicali, and in Monterrey, where a decent-sized Korean community does exist. * If you are black, "negro(a)" or "negrito(a)" may seem harsh, especially if you are from the US, but it is not a swear word. Although there are few black people in Mexico in many regions of the country (except on the east and west coasts in the south), Mexicans, especially the younger generations, are not hateful. In fact, a revolutionary who later became the second president was a man of mixed European and African descent, Vicente Guerrero. * Historically, all Middle Easterners were referred to as "turcos" (even if they were from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, etc.) === Other things to watch out for === [[File:Catedral de Guadañajara.JPG|thumb|Guadalajara cathedral]]If you try to use Spanish to address people, be careful about the use of "tú" (informal, friendly; the verb for calling someone "tú" is tutear) and "usted" (formal, respectful) forms. Using "tú" can be demeaning to people, since this is the form normally used for addressing children or close friends. Use "usted" unless you are sure you can use "tú"; doing so may perhaps seem a shade old-fashioned, but doing otherwise can be pretty rude and embarrassing in some situations. Always use the "usted" form to a law enforcement officer (or other person of authority), even if they may use the "tú" form to talk to you. Otherwise, you can say "tú" to children under 16, to people who genuinely are your friends and to persons who call you by your first name or explicitly have told you to do so. People address each other depending on their social status, age and friendship. To refer to a woman, always call her "señorita" (Miss) unless you are sure that she is married, then you call her "señora" (Mrs). When talking to an older man, use "señor" irrespective of his marital status. If you want to call a waiter, address him as "joven" which means "young man". You may call someone by his professional title ("ingeniero", "arquitecto", "doctor", "oficial", etc.). Actually, Mexican people will use the "tú" and "usted", "first name" or "surname" depending on their relationship, and the code is not easy to learn. While the word "güey" is equivalent to "dude" or "mate" among young people, it is still considered extremely vulgar by the older generation. This abrasive term of endearment is used only between people who have achieved a certain level of trust, so avoid using it. In Mexico, "estúpido" has a far, far worse connotation than "stupid" in English. Due to the highly matriarchal nature of Mexican culture, the combination of words "tu madre" (your mother) is cacophonous and taken offensively by residents, regardless of age or gender. To refer to somebody's mother, remember to replace it with "su señora madre" (roughly "your respected mother") in formal situations or the sweeter "tu mamá" in informal ones. Never, ever use strong language when talking to a woman. You may see displays of male chauvinism. It is falling out of favor, but it is still seen and mostly tolerated in small towns, as well as cities that receive considerable amounts of rural migrants. It can be defined as a male's strong desire for and skill of the domination and imposition of will, on a wife, sister, or any close female. It can also be identified by a strong desire to prove courage through showy bravado and status through a following of yes-men and henchmen. While it is usually not directed towards visitors, it can be in a variety of strengths. It is best to pretend not to notice it and move on. Another type of ''machismo'', which perhaps stems out of the same desires but does not carry any of the antisocial connotations, is male courteousness towards women. This is manifested in standing up when a lady enters a room, opening or holding a door, conceding preference or rights of way, giving up a seat, offering a hand when stepping down from a steep step, etc. It is generally reserved for older women, or women of great power, merit, and social stature. Rejecting these types of friendly gestures is considered arrogant or rude. Mexican customs strictly enforce a limit of one laptop per passenger. Bringing a second laptop may incur a tax of up to 19% of its value. ==Connect== Cell phones are the most convenient, and usually most inexpensive, way to talk. Before going to Mexico, call your cell phone provider and verify that you have international roaming enabled (and make sure you know what charges you should expect, for domestic and international voice calls and for data, since you will want to use your maps and Uber apps). You can make international calls free if you have an app like WhatsApp or Telegram and connect to Wi-fi before using it. Data rates can be high for cell phone users, but you can manage them by turning off data in your phone's settings except for when you actively want to use an app. If you're going to be in Mexico for an extended period of time, it might be cheaper to use Mexican carriers, either by buying a SIM card or a cheap throwaway phone. If you have an unlocked GSM phone, you can buy a prepaid SIM card in Mexico. The most expensive provider Telcel provides good coverage throughout the country. A SIM card for the Telcel brand amigo express is for M$29 (Nov 2021) e.g., in an Oxxo store. The first recharge must be at least M$50 (Nov 2021). The offers are amongst others:<br> • M$50: 400MB for 7 days (Nov 2021)<br> • M$100: 1,3GB for 15 days (Nov 2021)<br> You can see all rates and recharge [https://www.telcel.com/personas/telefonia/amigo/paquetes-end/paquetes-amigo-sin-limite here]. Recharging Telcel can be also done in an Oxxo. Cheaper providers unfortunately may not be worth the hassle due to slow internet and unreliable connection. Using a Mexican SIM card is often far cheaper than what hotels will charge you for outgoing calls and incoming calls may be free under certain schemes. Mexico operates on the same GSM frequency as the United States, 1900&nbsp;MHz. There's also 4G LTE, with 5G expected to be deployed in the future. Many of which are the same frequencies as in the US. There is a wireless internet connection in almost every restaurant in the big cities. If you're staying for over a week and don't have an unlocked phone, it might be a good idea to buy a cheap handset and a prepaid card. Some areas have only a few internet cafes; in others, they are plentiful. Most of the internet cafes offer calls to the US for a better rate than a payphone, usually via VoIP. You can call from public phones using ''tarjetas ladatel'' (prepaid telephone cards), bought at magazine stalls. Cards can be purchased in M$30, 50 or 100 denominations. The rate to call the US is roughly equivalent to US$0.50 per minute. Beware these are different than tarjetas ''amigo, viva,'' or ''unefon'' (these are only for cellphones). Ladatel cards are becoming increasingly difficult to find and use because public pay phones are an endangered species. While they worked great in 2002, they're seldom useful in 2022. Cell phones are the way to go today. ==Go next== ===To Belize=== There are bus services available from [[Chetumal]] to [[Belmopan]]. ===To Guatemala=== This route is not used by many and still has a touch of adventure: Over Tenosique, La Palma (near Tenosique), by boat on the river Rio San Pedro to [[El Naranjo]] in [[Guatemala]]. Stay firm when negotiating over the price. Absolutely important: Make sure you get your passport stamped before you leave El Naranjo, or you might catch one of the rare buses back and take a walk through the jungle, as the emigration office is partway up the river between the Mexican border and the village. ===To the United States=== The U.S. generally requires a passport for entry. A few express ID cards and trusted traveler cards are also acceptable. U.S. and Canadian citizens seeking entry or reentry by land or sea may use an Enhanced Driver License in place of a passport. U.S. permanent residents need their permanent resident card and may need the passport from their home country. Foreign nationals entering the United States without a permanent resident stamp, including those on the Visa Waiver Program, typically receive an I-94 Arrival-Departure Record or I-94W Visa Waiver Arrival-Departure Record upon arrival in the United States. So long as the I-94 has not expired, you can use it to re-enter the United States with your passport; however, if you hand it in upon exit, you will need to obtain a new card if your visa allows another entry or, if on the Visa Waiver Program, pay a fee of about US$6 to reenter the United States. Unless you are not going to return to the United States, '''keep your I-94 when leaving the [[United States]]''' or you will have a difficult time getting back in, and if your visa is limited to a certain number of entries, you may need to use another entry. Visa Waiver participants cannot reset the 90-day counter unless they leave North America, so ducking into Mexico will not allow you another 90 days. However, it can be reset by travelling, for example, to any Central American country or to Colombia. {{geo|21|-100|zoom=5}} {{isPartOf|North America}} {{outlinecountry}} qa4s0y3uki42bl0xaxug8fv3l3qea2l 5328474 5328469 2026-08-14T18:19:23Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* By plane */ Updated listing for Mexicana 5328474 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Teotihuacan Wikivoyage banner.jpg|pgname=Mexico|caption=Teotihuacan}} {{other uses}} '''Mexico''' ([[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]]: ''México'') is known for its [[Mexican cuisine|cuisine]], art, archaeology, history, pyramids, music, museums, haciendas, 9,600 km (6,000 mi) of shoreline, superb architecture, weather from snow-capped mountains in the Sierras to rainy jungles in the southeast and desert in the northwest, many golf courses and excellent fishing. Along with [[Chile]], [[Colombia]], and [[Peru]], this once-poor nation is one of the ''Pacific Pumas'', seeing significant economic growth and improved infrastructure during the 21st century. ==Regions== {{Regionlist | regionmap=Mexico regions map.png | regionmaptext=Mexico's regions | regionmapsize=450px | region1name=[[Baja California]] | region1color=#65b99f | region1items=[[Baja California (state)|Baja California]], [[Baja California Sur]] | region1description=The vast western peninsula, stretching 1,200 km from Tijuana on the US border to Cabo in the south. A land of deserts and undiscovered beaches. One of the biggest whale migrations takes place here every year from December to April. Also includes the far-off-shore [[Guadalupe Island]]. | region2name=[[Northern Mexico]] | region2color=#b9ad60 | region2items=[[Chihuahua (state)|Chihuahua]], [[Coahuila]], [[Durango (state)|Durango]], [[Nuevo León]], [[Sinaloa]], [[Sonora]], [[Tamaulipas]] | region2description=The expansive deserts and mountains of the border states; mostly ignored by tourists. Culturally and physically a world away from the tropical south. Includes the bustling industrial city of Monterrey, Mexico's 3rd-largest and most affluent city, and Copper Canyon, the country's only railroad passing through gorges and indigenous villages. | region3name=[[Bajío|The Bajío]] | region3color=#a463ad | region3items=[[Aguascalientes (state)|Aguascalientes]], [[Guanajuato (state)|Guanajuato]], [[Zacatecas (state)|Zacatecas]], [[San Luis Potosi (state)|San Luis Potosí]], [[Querétaro (state)|Querétaro]] | region3description=The former colonial heartland, this is one of Mexico's most historic regions filled with well-preserved colonial towns that grew rich from silver mining. Includes [[San Miguel de Allende]] and [[Guanajuato]] amongst other lesser known towns. | region4name=[[Central Mexico]] | region4color=#a95858 | region4items=[[Hidalgo]], [[Mexico City]], [[Mexico State]], [[Morelos]], [[Puebla (state)|Puebla]], [[Tlaxcala (state)|Tlaxcala]], [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] | region4description=Mexico City, always the political, cultural and economic center of the country with a sophisticated urban core and a huge urban sprawl surrounding it. Also includes the awesome ruins of Teotihuacan, the historic city of Puebla and Veracruz, one of the country's most overlooked regions. | region5name=[[Pacific Coast (Mexico)|Pacific Coast]] | region5color=#73abab | region5items=[[Colima (state)|Colima]], [[Guerrero]], [[Jalisco]], [[Michoacan]], [[Nayarit]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] | region5description=Tropical beaches on Mexico's southern coast; Jalisco the birthplace of mariachi and Tequila; Guadalajara, the nation's second largest city; and the Oaxacan highlands, famous for their distinct cuisine. | region6name=[[Yucatán and the South]] | region6color=#67a864 | region6items=[[Campeche (state)|Campeche]], [[Chiapas]], [[Quintana Roo]], [[Tabasco]], [[Yucatán]] | region6description=Jungle and impressive Mayan archaeological sites, along with the Caribbean and Gulf coast with well-known resorts like Tulum and Cancun. The colonial city of Merida and the jungle ruins of Palenque. Geographically isolated from the rest of the country, part of Central America (the dividing line being the Isthmus of Tehuantepec), it is culturally closer to Guatemala and Belize than the rest of Mexico, where Mayan culture is very much alive. }} ==Cities== {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#65b99f|title=[[Baja California]]|wikidata=Q58731,Q46508}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#b9ad60|title=[[Northern Mexico]]|wikidata=Q655,Q53079,Q79918,Q15282,Q80252,Q46422,Q80007}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#a463ad|title=[[Bajío|The Bajío]]|wikidata=Q79952,Q46475,Q80269,Q78980,Q79754}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#a95858|title=[[Central Mexico]]|wikidata=Q80903,Q1489,Q82112,Q66117,Q79923,Q82681,Q60130}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#73abab|title=[[Pacific Coast (Mexico)|Pacific Coast]]|wikidata=Q61309,Q60158,Q13160,Q79861,Q79920,Q34110}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#67a864|title=[[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]|wikidata=Q80908,Q60123,Q80245,Q80914,Q60176}} {{Mapframe|22.53|-102.55|zoom=4}} [[File:Plaza de la Constitucion Ciudad de Mexico City.jpg|thumbnail|Plaza de la Constitución, also known as Zocalo, Mexico City]] <includeonly>THIS LIST SHOULD ONLY INCLUDE 9 CITIES - DO NOT ADD OR REPLACE CITIES WITHOUT FIRST USING DISCUSSION</includeonly> * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexico City]]|wikidata=Q1489}} – Capital of the republic, one of the three largest cities in the world, and a sophisticated urban hub with a 700-year history. In Mexico City, you will find everything from parks, Aztec ruins, colonial architecture, museums, to nightlife and shopping. <!-- As of November 2021 there are travel warnings for Acapulco and the whole state. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Acapulco]]|wikidata=Q81398}} - A sophisticated urban beach setting known for its top-notch nightlife, elegant dining, and nightmarish traffic. Many of the older (pre-1990s) concrete structures have suffered tropical decay.--> * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Cancún]]|wikidata=Q8969}} – One of the world's most popular and famous beaches, known for its clear Caribbean waters, its lively party atmosphere, and its wealth of recreational facilities. During the U.S. college Spring Break (mid-Feb to the end of March) it is noted for drinking, sunburns, and debauchery. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Guadalajara]]|wikidata=Q9022}} – A traditional city, capital of [[Jalisco]] state, and the home of mariachi music and tequila. Guadalajara is blessed with perpetual spring weather and its colonial downtown is graceful and sophisticated. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mazatlán]]|wikidata=Q40194}} – Lively Pacific coast town, Mazatlán is a shipping port, a transportation hub with ferries to Baja California, and a beach resort destination with miles of sandy shore. It is a popular U.S. college Spring Break destination due to its variety of affordable lodging options. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Monterrey]]|wikidata=Q81033}} – A large modern city that is the commercial and industrial hub of Northern Mexico. Monterrey enjoys a dry, mountainous setting and is known for its high-quality educational and transportation infrastructure. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Puebla]]|wikidata=Q125293}} – Located 110 km (68 mi) southeast of Mexico City, Puebla is one of the largest and oldest cities in Mexico. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated here more than anywhere else in the country. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Luis Potosí]]|wikidata=Q204271}} – A colonial city in central Mexico that was once an important silver producer, but today, relies on manufacturing for its economic base. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Taxco]]|wikidata=Q990095}} – In central Mexico west of [[Cuernavaca]], this steep mountain town was once a major silver producer, and now has a strong place in the trade of decorative silver, from cheap fittings to the most elegant jewelry and elaborate castings. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tijuana]]|wikidata=Q124739}} – Mexico's busiest border crossing for pedestrians and private vehicles, and a long-time bargain Mecca for southern Californians due to its proximity to [[San Diego]]. ==Other destinations== [[File:Barranca del Cobre-El Divisadero17-10-2005CIMG3344.jpg|thumbnail|The moon is rising over Copper Canyon]] <!--This section is to include only destinations that are NOT cities/towns.--> * {{marker|name=[[Copper Canyon]]|wikidata=Q674485}} (Barrancas del Cobre) – An exotic destination for travelers looking for a unique remote adventure! An awesome mountain rail ride -- one of the greatest in the world -- takes you upwards over 2,440 m (8000 feet) on the CHEPE, the Chihuahua al Pacifico Railway. Hiking, horseback riding, birding, and Tarahumara Indians. Copper Canyon, the [[Sierra Madre]] and the Chihuahuan desert of Mexico. This area is designed for adventurous individuals who will tolerate some rough travel to get to their points of interest (although the famous train ride isn't demanding at all). Copper Canyon, a magnificent remote wilderness is not likely ever to become a mass market destination. * {{marker|name=Sea of Cortez (Gulf of California)|wikidata=Q132811}} – See whale birthings, swim with dolphins, and sea kayak in the warm waters of the Sea of Cortez, along the eastern coast of Baja California, near La Paz. National Geographic says the sunsets at [[San Carlos (Mexico)|San Carlos]] are some of the most spectacular in the world. * {{marker|name=[[Monarch Butterfly Reserves]]|wikidata=Q852546}} – Protected natural areas in the highlands of the state of Michoacán. Millions of butterflies come to the area between November and March of each year, although numbers have declined sharply. This is a {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Chiapas|Sumidero Canyon]]|wikidata=Q60123}} – From docks on the Rio Grijalva (the only major river within Mexico) near [[Tuxtla Gutiérrez]] in Chiapas state, tour launches take you into this steep-walled [[Mexico national parks|National Park]]. You'll likely see vast flocks of flamingos, pelicans, and other waterfowl, as well as crocodiles. * {{marker|name=[[Mexico national parks]]}} - Mexico has 67 national parks; these include protected natural areas and national monuments and historical sites ===Archaeological sites=== [[File:Palace at Palenque.jpg|thumbnail|Palenque]] * {{marker|name=[[Chichen Itza]]|wikidata=Q5859}} – Majestic Mayan city, declared a {{unesco}} in 1988 and was voted as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. * {{marker|name=[[Ek Balam]]|wikidata=Q988570}} – A reconstructed Mayan site, famous for its unique decorated stucco and stone-carved temples that you can climb. * {{marker|name=[[El Tajín]]|wikidata=Q753895}} – In the state of Veracruz near the town of Papantla. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Monte Albán]]|wikidata=Q464899}} – In the state of Oaxaca, a Zapotec site dating from about 500 BC. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Palenque]]|wikidata=Q181427}} – Mayan city in the state of Chiapas, Palenque famous for its elaborate paintings. Also well known for having the largest tract of rainforest in Mexico located in the same area. * {{marker|name=[[Teotihuacan]]|wikidata=Q172613}} – An enormous pre-Columbian site with several large pyramids near Mexico City. A {{unesco}}. * {{marker|name=[[Tulum]]|wikidata=Q277408}} – Mayan coastal city with spectacular Caribbean vistas. Dates from late Mayan period. * {{marker|name=[[Uxmal]]|wikidata=Q213232}} – Impressive Mayan city-state in the Puuc Region, declared a {{unesco}} in 1996. ===Small towns=== The Mexican government has designated more than 100 scenic small towns as '''[[Pueblos Mágicos]]'''. States can apply to have towns added to the carefully curated list, but they must provide sites of genuine tourist value (historical or cultural) and guarantee adequate levels of tourism infrastructure. All Pueblos Magicos are within a few hours drive of a major city that has good airline connections. Some of the Pueblos Magicos (such as [[Tequila]]) are well-known and quite popular. Most are off the beaten path and offer rich opportunities for quiet exploration. ==Understand== {{quickbar|location=LocationMexico.png}} Mexico, the '''United Mexican States''' (Spanish: ''Estados Unidos Mexicanos''), is one of the most visited countries in the world. Much of the tourist industry is centered around the beach resorts as well as the ''altiplano'' in the central part of the country. Visiting the northern interior allows visitors to get off the beaten path a bit. U.S. American tourists tend to predominate on the [[Baja California]] peninsula and the more modernized beach resorts ([[Cancún]], [[Puerto Vallarta]]), while European tourists congregate around the smaller resort areas in the south like [[Playa del Carmen]] and colonial towns [[San Cristobal de las Casas]]. Canadians often favor smaller beach resorts like [[Huatulco]] or [[Ixtapa]]. ===Climate=== Mexico uses the [[Metric and Imperial equivalents|metric system]] for all measurements. All weather forecasts are in Celsius (°C). ==== Central and southern Mexico==== April is already the hottest month, especially at the coast and on the Yucatán peninsula. Towns which aren't that hot in April and during the summer are [[Mexico City]], [[Toluca]]/[[Metepec]], [[San Cristobal de las Casas]], [[Pachuca]] and [[Zacatecas]]. Hurricanes can be common in the coastal cities specially those near the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. ====Northern Mexico ==== It gets rather cold during the winter except on the coast. There is sometimes snow in certain places like the [[Sierra Madre]] mountains of Chihuahua, Durango, Coahuila, Nuevo León and northern Tamaulipas. Northern Mexico gets very hot during the summer with sudden violent storms in the afternoon, with heavy rain and hail. The temperatures during the day can exceed 39°C (100°F). Less hot during the summer is Tijuana. ===Landscape=== [[File:Citlalepetl2.JPG|thumbnail|Pico de Orizaba or Citlaltépetl is Mexico's highest mountain]] High, rugged mountains; low coastal plains; high plateaus; temperate plains with grasslands and Mezquite trees in the northeast, desert and even more rugged mountains in the northwest, tropical rainforests in the south and southeast [[Chiapas]], [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]] semiarid in places like [[Aguascalientes]], [[San Luis Potosí]] and temperate coniferous and deciduous forests in the central part of the country [[Mexico City]], [[Toluca]]. === Holidays === Actual non-working days may shift to the Monday before the holiday, so check an up-to-date calendar. Government offices are closed nationwide on official holidays and on election days. {| class="wikitable" !Date !Name !Things to know !Official? |- |January 1 |New Year's Day (''Año Nuevo'') | |official |- |January 6 |Epiphany (''Día de los Reyes Magos'') |Celebrating arrival of the Three Wise Men to see and bring gifts to the baby Jesus |not official |- |February 2 |Candlemas (''Día de la Candelaria'') |Catholic holiday related to Christmas |not official |- |First Monday of February |Constitution Day |For the events of 1917 |official |- |February 24 |Flag Day (''Día de la Bandera'') | |not official |- |Monday on or before March 21 |Birth of Benito Juárez |Mexico's first president of indigenous origin. |official |- |March or April |Easter (''Pascua'') |Easter is widely observed nationwide, according to the yearly Catholic calendar (the first Sunday after the first full moon in Spring). | |- |April 30 |Children's Day (''Día del Niño'') | | |- |May 1 |Labor Day (''Día del Trabajo'' ) | |official |- |May 5 |Cinco de Mayo |For the Battle of Puebla against the French army in 1862. Visitors from the U.S. may be surprised to learn that it is not a major holiday in Mexico, and is not much celebrated by locals, except in the [[Puebla (state)|state of Puebla]]. |not official |- |May 10 |Mother's Day |A particularly important family-centric holiday. Some cities hold parades. Offices may be closed, restaurants will be packed full, and mariachi bands will race from one family to the next. If you are visiting someone's home, bring flowers for the mothers and grandmothers. | |- |May 15 |Teacher's Day (''Día del Maestro'') |A day to appreciate schoolteachers. Some schools close and others have special activities. |not official |- |September 1 |Presidential Address Day | | |- |September 15 |Cry of Dolores (''Grito de Dolores'') |A patriotic holiday to celebrate the first event of the Mexican War of Independence in 1810, especially in the city of [[Dolores Hidalgo]] |not official |- |September 16 |Independence Day |Celebrates the start of the 11-year-long fight for the independence from Spain that began in 1810 |official |- |October 12 |Day of the Race (''Día de la Raza'') |Related to Columbus' arrival in the Americas in 1492 |not official |- |November 2 |[[Day of the Dead]](''Día de Muertos'') |The Mexican answer to Halloween celebrates family and friends who have died. Expect sugar candy shaped like skulls and ''pan de muerto'' (a somewhat sweet type of white bread). |not official |- |Third Monday of November |Mexican Revolution Day |For the events of 1910. |official |- |December 12 |Virgin Mary of Guadalupe Day |A Catholic religious holiday, and one of the most important Mexican holidays |not official |- |December 24 |Christmas Eve (''Nochebuena'') |Normally a full non-working day. Usually a family-centered evening. May be preceded by nine days of parties in the evenings, called ''Las Posadas'' ("the inns")''.'' |not official |- |December 25 |Christmas (''Navidad'') | |official |- |December 31 |New Year's Eve |Normally a full non-working day. Expect firecrackers and lots of noise at midnight. |not official |} ===Time=== [[File:Mexico time zones map en.svg|300px|thumbnail|Mexican time zones]] The 24-hour clock system has traditionally been used for time keeping. Today, both the 24-hour clock and the 12-hour clock are commonly used (roughtly equally), though the younger generation seems more inclined to express times using the 12-hour clock. Mexico uses these four time zones: * '''Northwest Zone''' (UTC−8, corresponds to U.S. Pacific Time): [[Baja California (state)]] * '''Pacific Zone''' (UTC−7, corresponds to U.S. Mountain Time): [[Baja California Sur]], [[Chihuahua (state)]], [[Nayarit]], [[Sinaloa]], [[Sonora]] * '''Central Zone''' (UTC−6, corresponds to U.S. Central Time): The rest of the country, except [[Quintana Roo]] * '''Southeastern Zone''' (UTC−5, corresponds to U.S. Eastern Time): [[Quintana Roo]] Most of Mexico is on standard time year round. Daylight savings time is observed only in a few places. Communities on the U.S. border, except in Sonora, observe DST on the U.S. schedule. The state of Baja California also observes DST on the U.S. schedule (but Baja California Sur does not). ===History=== ====Pre-Columbian==== {{see also|Indigenous cultures of North America|Indigenous cultures of Mesoamerica}} The earliest known humans in Mexico settled about 10,000 years ago. They established some of humanity's first agricultural settlements and were known for the "three sisters" approach to farming, that involved planting corn (maize), beans, and squash. Together, those three food staples served as symbiotic plants, supporting each others growth cycles, and providing for the nutritional needs of the people. The oldest known sites where the three sisters were cultivated were in the valleys of [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] and [[Guerrero]], particularly the Balsas Valley with relics dating from as old as 9000 BC. The first complex civilizations in Mexico was the '''Olmec''' culture that flourished on the Gulf Coast (particularly in what today are the states of [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] and [[Tabasco]]in 1500 BC. Olmec culture produced the earliest pyramids in Mexico and is known for colossal basalt [[Sculpture|sculptures]] known as ''Olmec heads''. Olmec culture diffused through Mexico into formative era cultures in Chiapas, Oaxaca and the Valley of Mexico. Other very old civilizations included the Zapotec in Oaxaca, dating from about 1000 BC, and the builders of Cuicuilco in Mexico City, dating from about 900 BC. In Central Mexico the height of the classical period saw the ascendancy of Teotihuacan, which formed a military and commercial empire. It had the largest structures of pyramids built in the pre-Columbian Americas. During the early post-classic Mexico was dominated by '''Toltec culture''', and the lowland '''Maya''' had important areas at Calakmul and Chichen Itza. At the end of the post-Classical period, the '''Aztecs''' built a tributary empire covering most of Central Mexico. The Mesoamerican cultural traditions ended in the 16th century and over the next centuries, Mexican indigenous cultures were under Spanish colonial rule. However, contrary to popular misconceptions neither the Maya nor the Aztec culture ever entirely "disappeared" and to this day many Mexicans trace at least part of their heritage to indigenous roots and language such as Nahuatl and numerous Maya tongues are still spoken by hundreds of thousands or even millions of Mexicans. Indigenous elements are visible even today in loanwords in Mexican Spanish, traditional dress, Mexican cuisine, architecture and even religious observances (nominally "catholic" to varying degrees). The eagle and the snake on a cactus depicted on the Mexican flag, for example, refers to an Aztec legend about the founding of Tenochtitlan, the city that now is Mexico City. ====Colonial and early independence==== {{main|Colonial Mexico}} Mexico remained under Spanish colonial rule until 1821 when it declared independence under the terms of "Plan of Iguala". After the short lived Mexican empire of 1821-1823 (former Spanish general and independence hero Augustin de Iturbide briefly declared himself emperor but was overthrown after two years) Mexico became a republic with a fragile balance of powers between liberals (allied mostly with urban merchants) and conservatives (allied with the church and big landholders) and Antonio López de Santa Anna became president several times while also being overthrown by his opponents several times thus having eight non-consecutive terms as president as well as five "permanent" exiles. ====Independent Mexico==== {{main|Mexican War of Independence}} The early Mexican state was anything but stable. Texas (under the leadership of US-American immigrants who wanted to make Texas a slave-holding state of the US) and Yucatán seceded at several points. Maya rebels fought against both the Yucatán independence movement and the federal government in the so-called "Caste war". After Texas gained ''de facto'' independence a disagreement as to its southern border (the Nueces river as claimed by Mexico or the Rio Grande as claimed by Texas) led to the involvement of the US in a brief war that ended in a devastating defeat for Mexico (the line about the "halls of Montezuma" in the marines' song refers to the presidential palace in Mexico city that was conquered by the US) and the loss of Alta California (now the US state of California), Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico as well as the definite loss of Texas north of the Rio Grande. The ceded territories were rapidly colonized by immigrants from Europe and the eastern United States; see [[Old West]]. ====French intervention and Second Mexican empire==== {{main|Post-Independence Mexico}} In 1861, when president Benito Juarez suspended the payment of Mexico's debt, France decided to invade the country in order to regain some or all of its money. This was only possible because the United States, which had declared in its Monroe Doctrine that it wouldn't tolerate any European intervention in the sovereign states of the Americas, started its [[American Civil War|Civil War]] that same year. After overthrowing the government (though Mexican resistance against the occupiers never ceased) the French installed a Habsburg prince as emperor Maximilian I to act as their puppet. While the Mexican monarchy had some support among conservatives its days were numbered when the French troops were withdrawn after the end of the American Civil war, and in 1867, Maximilian was executed by firing squad. Cinco de Mayo, which in the US is often mistaken to be "Mexican independence day", is celebrated in remembrance of the battle of [[Puebla]] that occurred during the French occupation and was decisively won by Mexican republican forces. ====Benito Juárez==== [[File:Estatua de Benito Juárez.jpg|thumb|Statue of Benito Juárez in [[Hidalgo]]]] Benito Juárez was the first president of indigenous descent in all of Latin America and is one very few figures that is still almost exclusively seen as a positive figure in Mexican history. He was president from 1858 to 1864 and again from 1867 to his death in 1872. His saying "el respeto al derecho ajeno es la paz" (respect for the rights of others is peace) is still frequently quoted. ====Porfirio Díaz==== Porfirio Díaz, a general during the French intervention rose to power shortly after the death of Juárez and ruled Mexico from 1876 to 1911. While initially willing and able to reform and modernize the country, the sheer length of his reign and his corruption led to a lot of unhappiness about his government and in 1911 the Mexican revolution broke out to unseat him from power, but it soon devolved into factional fighting between various claimants for power and attempts at radical social and economic reform. ====The Mexican Revolution==== {{main|Mexican Revolution}} The Mexican Revolution was a complex civil war and period of political intrigue and treachery. The Revolution started in 1910 with resistance against a blatantly fraudulent election manipulated by Porfirio Díaz. The Revolution ignited into a full-scale war when the elected president, Francisco Madero, was assassinated by Díaz loyalists. Several factions had different complaints about Díaz and his long, corrupt dictatorship. Groups loyal to Venustiano Carranza wanted constitutional reforms. Groups loyal to Emiliano Zapata wanted land reforms and rights for the indigenous. Other groups demanded an end to resource giveaways to foreign industrial interests, while others demanded an end to excessive power of the Catholic church. The groups eventually coalesced behind the Constitutionalists and stable government was restored by 1920. ====Under the PRI==== {{main|Modern Mexico}} Once the dust of the revolution had settled, the Revolutionary Institutional Party (PRI [pronounced /pree/] for its Spanish name) became the dominant political force and all presidents before the early 1990s were members of the PRI. They did not establish a one party state and other parties were still legal and participated in elections. However, the success of the PRI candidate (especially at the federal level) was almost always a given. As such, political power struggles mostly took place within the PRI, with more conservative or left wing factions gaining the upper hand from time to time. In 1988, during a presidential election that was actually close for the first time in decades, a computer that counted the votes supposedly crashed. The words with which this was announced "se cayó el sistema" are noted for their ambiguity as they can mean either "the computer broke down" or "the (political) system fell". Nonetheless, according to the official result (which was and still is doubted by many), the PRI candidate won a six-year term in office just narrowly surpassing the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff election. In 2000 the PRI finally lost its first presidential election when Vicente Fox of the conservative National Action Party (PAN) won a narrow victory in a three-way race. In 2006 the PAN won again with Felipe Calderon being elected president but in 2012 the PRI returned to power with Enrique Peña Nieto, who promised to end the drug war being elected to the presidency. Whether this proves temporary or the PRI has indeed regained its once dominant status, remains yet to be seen. ====Mexico today==== {{main|Modern Mexico}} Despite problems such as corruption and the drug war in the North (with some areas under ''de facto'' control of different cartels), Mexico has grown steadily, and there have been democratic multiparty elections with peaceful transition of power. A fairly stable three party system has emerged: the PAN (conservative) and PRI (centrist, catch all, sometimes leftist) have each won the presidency several times and the PRD (left of the PRI) has been a serious contender in almost all elections. The drug war is ongoing and some parts of the country are not entirely safe, but the situation has bettered a lot after the 2000s. Generally the North with cities such as Ciudad Juarez notorious for their violence is more dangerous than the south and Yucatán is among the safest regions in Latin America. For more on the effects of the drug war see the stay safe section of this article and the individual region articles. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) assumed power on December 1, 2018, after waging a populist, anti-corruption campaign and winning the 2018 election with more than a 30% margin over his next closest opponent. He is the leader of the center-left National Regeneration Movement (MORENA). Having had a reputation as a leftist firebrand in the past, AMLO has moderated his politics in order to appeal to a wider share of the electorate, though he remains a solidly left-leaning, populist politician. Under his leadership, Mexico has served as a moderator in wider Latin American politics, for example, in the Venezuelan and Bolivian crises, while also navigating relations with the United States government over trade and migrant issues. In 2024, Mexico elected Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female and first Jewish president to succeed AMLO. ===Visitor information === *[https://visitmexico.com/eng/home-2 Visit Mexico] website ==Get in== ===Visa and other entrance requirements=== ====Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM)==== [[File:Visa policy of Mexico.svg|thumb|{{legend|#ED1C24|Mexico}}{{legend|#22B14C|Visa not required}}{{legend|#7BDF85|Electronic authorization}}{{legend|#9FD5BE|eVisa}}{{legend|#C0C0C0|Visa required}}]] [[File:Mexico entry.png|thumb|Mexican entry stamp]] Foreign nationals of many countries who intend to stay in Mexico fewer than 180 days for the purpose of tourism or 30 days for business can fill out a Forma Migratoria Múltiple (FMM, tourist card) at the border or upon landing at an airport after presenting a valid passport, for US$22. If arriving via air, it is included in the price of the fare. This service is available to citizens of [[Andorra]], [[Argentina]], [[Aruba]], [[Australia]], [[Austria]], [[Bahamas]], [[Barbados]], [[Belgium]], [[Belize]], [[Bulgaria]], [[Canada]], [[Chile]], [[Colombia]], [[Costa Rica]], [[Cyprus]], [[Czech Republic]], [[Denmark]], [[Estonia]], [[Finland]], [[France]], [[Germany]], [[Great Britain]], [[Greece]], [[Hong Kong]], [[Hungary]], [[Ireland]], [[Iceland]], [[Israel]], [[Italy]], [[Jamaica]], [[Japan]], [[Latvia]], [[Liechtenstein]], [[Lithuania]], [[Luxembourg]], [[Macau]], [[Malaysia]], [[Malta]], [[Marshall Islands]], [[Micronesia]], [[Monaco]], [[Netherlands]], [[New Zealand]], [[Norway]], [[Palau]], [[Panama]], [[Paraguay]], [[Peru]], [[Poland]], [[Portugal]], [[Puerto Rico]], [[Romania]], [[San Marino]], [[Singapore]], [[Slovakia]], [[Slovenia]], [[Spain]], [[South Korea]], [[Sweden]], [[Switzerland]], [[Trinidad and Tobago]], [[United States]] and [[Uruguay]] (see official list [https://www.inm.gob.mx/index.php/page/Paises_No_Visa/en.html here]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}). Permanent residents of the United States, Canada, Japan, United Kingdom, and Schengen area countries are also eligible for visas on arrival regardless of citizenship. [[Brazil|Brazilian]] citizens are eligible to apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) to travel to Mexico by air for tourism, business, or transit purposes. The electronic visa costs 10 USD and is valid for 180 days, allowing for a single entry. Since October 22, 2023, a Mexican visa has been required for transit. All foreign nationals who require a visa to enter Mexico also need one even if they are merely transiting through a Mexican airport. The '''paper FMM card''' has a perforation that divides the card into two parts, of which the right side asks for some of the same information requested on the left side. At entry, after reviewing your passport and filled-out FMM, the immigration officer will stamp your passport and the FMM, separate the FMM along the perforation and give the right side of the FMM back to you with your passport. The paper tourist card is being phased out. At many ports of entry (including [[Benito Juárez International Airport|Mexico City's international airport]]), you will not have to complete a paper form. Rather, the immigration officer will stamp your passport. A '''digital version''' of the tourist card (FMMd, ''Forma Migratoria Múltiple Digital'') will be generated for you, which can be downloaded [https://www.inm.gob.mx/spublic/portal/inmex.html online]. If you have a paper FMM, keep it with your passport at all times. It is your responsibility to make sure the right side of the FMM is returned to the Mexican government at time of departure so that the bar code can be scanned, thus showing that you left the country on time. For example, if you are flying with Aeromexico, they will ask for your passport and FMM at check-in for your flight home, then staple your FMM to your boarding pass. You are expected to then hand the boarding pass together with your FMM to the gate agent as you board your flight. If you lose your FMM during your visit to Mexico, you may be subject to substantial delays and fines before you can leave the country. If you fly into Mexico on a commercial flight, your ticket already includes the cost (M$860) of the FMM and you absolutely do ''not'' need to pay it again upon exiting. You will need to prove to the border officials that you have already paid, by showing the following: #Your FMM card you received upon arrival, and #An itemized receipt from your flight purchase showing the Tourism Tax However, if you are traveling by land and your trip is 7 days or less, the FMM is free. There is also a fee of M$223 applied to flights leaving the country. Some foreign nationals are no longer granted the full 180 days by default as is it was in the past. You can arbitrarily be granted any number of days from 3 to the full 180 days depending on the whim of the immigration officer. Always check your passport stamp and FMM card upon arrival to determine how many days are granted before walking away from the immigration counter. Ask the immigration officer if you cannot read the handwriting to be sure how many days you are granted to stay in the country. ''Never'' assume that you are granted the full 180 days or they will automatically tell you if you are given less than 180 days. Travelers have reported to have been detained for over-staying the less than 180 day time allotted to them when they entered. ====Autorización Electrónica (SAE)==== The Electronic Authorization System (SAE, Autorización Electrónica) for travelling to Mexico is available online for nationals from [[Russia]], [[Turkey]], and [[Ukraine]]. Russians, Ukrainians, and Turkish citizens with permanent residency or a valid visa to Canada, the US, Japan, the UK, or any Schengen country don't need an SAE. Other nationalities must contact a Mexican consulate in order to find out the requirements for citizens of their country, and may have to apply for and obtain a visa in advance of travel. If you are in need of other information, Mexico has diplomatic offices in the following cities around the world. ====At the border==== If you cross the border via road, do not expect the authorities to automatically signal you to fill out your paperwork. You will have to locate the border office yourself. The immigration officer at your point of entry into Mexico can request that you demonstrate that you have sufficient economic solvency. The immigration officer can demand a round trip ticket. If you only booked a one-way ticket to Mexico, the airline may want to see a ticket that carries you out of Mexico. It could be that the airline wants to see that onward ticket as "early" as at the gate, where you may not have enough time to buy one. So have at least an onward ticket from specialized websites for around US$10 (Nov 2021) ready when heading to the airport for your flight for Mexico. If you do not intend to travel past the "border zone" and your stay does not exceed three days, U.S. and Canadian nationals require only a proof of citizenship. Reentry into the United States generally requires a passport, but a U.S. or Canadian Enhanced Drivers License (or Enhanced Photo ID) or U.S. passport card is acceptable for reentry by land or sea. ===By plane=== [[File:Fila Aeroméxico.JPG|thumbnail|Aeromexico planes at Benito Juarez International Airport]] ====From the United States and Canada==== There are hundreds of daily flights linking Mexico to cities large and small throughout North America. This includes legacy carriers such as Air Canada, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta, and discount airlines such as JetBlue, WestJet, and Southwest Airlines. Also to be considered are the Mexican discount carriers '''Volaris''', which operate from several major US cities through their hubs in [[Mexico City]] and [[Guadalajara]], and '''Viva Aerobus''', which also operates from several major US cities through hubs in [[Mexico City]] and [[Monterrey]]. '''United Airlines'''/'''United Express''' fly to many smaller market Mexican cities and resort areas, including Aguascaliente, Chihuahua, Ciudad de Carmen, Durango, Huatulco, Leon/Guanajuato, Oaxaca, Merida, San Luis Potosi, Torreon, Tampico, Veracruz and Villahermosa. As in the United States and Canada, you will have to clear immigration ''and'' customs at your first Mexican port of entry, even though that airport may not be your final destination. (For example, many trips on Aeromexico will involve connecting through its Mexico City hub.) You will then have to re-check your bags and go through security again to proceed to your next flight segment. ====From Australia or New Zealand==== Fly from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne or Auckland (NZ) direct to Los Angeles on American Airlines, Delta, Qantas, and United. Air New Zealand offers one-stop air service from Australia and non-stop air service from Auckland to Los Angeles. Hawaiian Airlines and Air Tahiti Nui offer one- or two-stop air service to Los Angeles from Australia and New Zealand. Many airlines continue from [[Los Angeles International Airport|Los Angeles]] to Mexico including AeroMexico/Aeromexico Connect, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, United, and Volaris, some of which have interline or alliance ticketing and baggage check through. More options are available if connecting through another US city. Also, make sure to have a good look at visas beforehand – even just for transit you will need something for the US, and if you get a visa waiver, they treat Mexico as part of the US, meaning if you stay longer than 90 days in Mexico, you will need to travel further south before returning to the US. ====From Europe==== Most commercial airlines link Mexico directly from Europe. There are direct flights to [[Benito Juarez International Airport|Mexico City]] ({{IATA|MEX}}) and [[Cancun#By plane|Cancun]] ({{IATA|CUN}}) from Paris ({{IATA|CDG}}), [[London#By plane|London]] ({{IATA|LON}}), Madrid ({{IATA|MAD}}), [[Schiphol Airport|Amsterdam]] ({{IATA|AMS}}), and [[Frankfurt airport|Frankfurt]] ({{IATA|FRA}}). Some carriers will serve both Mexico City and Cancun while others will only serve one and not the other (usually only to Cancun such as those from Russia and Italy). Additional flights to Cancun from Europe may only be available as charters and some may operate during the winter months (December–February) only. It is always worth to compare flight offers from air carriers and charter companies who can bring you to Mexico City or Cancun via many European hubs. The flight duration from those cities is always approximately 11 hours. ===By train=== There are no international trains to Mexico. From the United States to Mexico the nearest '''[https://www.amtrak.com Amtrak]''' stations are in [[San Diego#By train|San Diego]], [[Yuma#By train|Yuma]], [[Del Rio#By rail|Del Rio]] and [[El Paso#By train|El Paso]]. The frequent ''[https://www.pacificsurfliner.com Pacific Surfliner]'' connects San Diego from [[San Luis Obispo]] via [[Los Angeles#By train|Los Angeles]]; while the ''[https://www.amtrak.com/sunset-limited-train Sunset Limited]'' and ''[https://www.amtrak.com/routes/texas-eagle-train.html Texas Eagle]'' pass by Yuma, El Paso and Del Rio between [[Los Angeles]] and [[San Antonio]]. In San Antonio the ''Texas Eagle'' continues northwards towards [[Chicago]] while the ''Sunset Limited'' continues east to [[New Orleans#By train|New Orleans]]. Amtrak trains do not cross the border into Mexico so passengers continue to the border by local public transportation or by taxi from the Amtrak station. The [https://www.trenmaya.gob.mx/ '''Tren Maya'''] has a station along the [[Belize]] border in the city of [[Chetumal]] with onward travel to [[Mérida (Mexico)|Merida]], [[Cancún]] or other destinations in the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]. Bus service to Chetumal is available from Belize City and Belmopan. The Tren Maya also has two stops near the [[Guatemala]] border (at El Triunfo and at Boca del Cerro), but neither have scheduled transportation to any Guatemalan destinations. ===By car=== [[File:SanYsidroBorderCrossingByPhilKonstantin.jpg|thumbnail|Crossing into Mexico from the U.S. near Tijuana]] American automobile insurance does not cover you in Mexico; however, it is easy to obtain short-term or long-term tourist policies that include the mandatory liability coverage, theft and accident coverage for your vehicle, and often, legal assistance coverage. Should you decide to drive to Mexico, the [http://www.sct.gob.mx/ Transport and Communications Secretariat website] has free downloadable road maps. The first 20 km inside Mexico is referred to as "the hassle free zone". In this area, foreigners are not required to have tourist permits and can drive their foreign-registered vehicles without requiring a vehicle import permit. However, they must take care of any permits, duties or other legal requirements before proceeding onward into the interior. Government checkpoints (called ''garitas'') are generally 20-30km from the border. Traffic is often waved through, but vehicles can always be stopped for inspection. Checkpoints are common along the U.S./Mexico border from Tamaulipas through Sonora, but not common in Baja California, where vehicle import permits are never required (there is a checkpoint in La Paz, monitoring traffic coming off the [[Baja ferries]]). Foreign-plated vehicles must obtain necessary permits before being allowed into the interior of Mexico. This can be done at the border checkpoints by showing your vehicle title or registration, as well as immigration documents and a valid credit card. It is now possible to apply for your vehicle import permit online. Vehicle permits will only be issued to the registered owner of the vehicle, so the papers will have to be in the name of the applicant. The Baja California peninsula and the northern part of the State of Sonora do not require a permit. Driving a '''rental car''' from the United States into Mexico is possible with some of the large multinational companies, but the process is rather cumbersome. You will need to inform your car rental company in advance and purchase additional Mexican insurance (since U.S. car insurance does not cover Mexico), and you cannot drive beyond the border region into the interior of Mexico. You also cannot drop off a U.S. rental car in Mexico, and must return to the U.S. to drop it off. In the reverse direction, Mexican rental cars are usually not permitted to be driven into the U.S. Due to the contraband crossing the US-Mexico border (drugs and illegal immigration into the US, drug money and weapons into Mexico), expect long delays and thorough searches of vehicles when crossing the border. At some of the busiest crossings, expect a waiting time of 1–3 hours. ===By bus=== ''See main article, [[Bus travel in Mexico]]''. Buses are the most widely used transportation system in Mexico with routes going to all parts of the country. Long-distance buses are very comfortable and affordable. All border crossings have bus stations where buses can take you to interior cities, often to large bus terminals providing connections to virtually any major city or tourist destination. From the southern United States, many companies provide trans-border service with modern, comfortable buses that cross the border. You can take a bus from [[Chicago]] all the way to [[Mexico City]], though some companies will only take you to the border region where you can connect to a domestic Mexican bus company for onward travel to the interior of Mexico. A list of these companies is in [[Bus travel in Mexico]]. Buses are also available from Central America into Mexico. These buses usually go to [[Tapachula]], where you can connect to domestic Mexican bus companies for onward travel to the interior. Buses from [[Belize City]] will take you to [[Chetumal]] where you can connect to a Mexican bus or to the Tren Maya for onward rail journeys. ===By boat=== * Border crossing from [[Guatemala]]. * Cruise ships from the United States. ==Get around== Travelling in Mexico is most practical by bus, car, or air. Passenger transport by train is possible in some areas. most extensively in the Yucatán Peninsula, with its modern ''Tren Maya'' service. The '''Chihuahua del Pacifico''' railroad is one of the most scenic railroads in the world, passing through the Copper Canyon, and departing from Los Mochis on the Pacific coast, or Creel in the east. They cross each other roughly midways at '''Divisadero and Barrancas''' Copper Canyon stations at an altitude of 2100&nbsp;m (7000&nbsp;ft). ===By car=== {{main|Driving in Mexico}} [[File:Highway120PinalAmoles.JPG|thumbnail|Highway 120 passing through the village of Pinal de Amoles]] Due to a government scheme in the early 1990s to create infrastructure, the best roads are toll roads. Toll roads can be relatively costly but are much faster and better maintained. First-class buses generally travel by toll roads (and the toll is included in the ticket price). US vehicle insurance is not valid in Mexico. Mexican auto insurance has been required since 2018; if you have even a minor accident without insurance, you could land in jail. [http://www.mexipass.com/ MexiPass] and AAA offer Mexican auto insurance. When traveling on Mexican roads, especially near the borders with the United States and Guatemala, one will probably encounter several checkpoints operated by the Mexican Army searching for illegal weapons and drugs. If you are coming from the United States, you may not be used to this, and it can be intimidating. However, these are rarely a problem for honest people. Simply do what the soldiers tell you to do, and treat them with respect. The best way to show respect when entering a checkpoint is to turn your music down, lift sunglasses from your face, and be prepared to roll your window down. They should treat you with respect as well, and they usually do. If you are asked to unpack any part of your vehicle, do so without complaint. It is their right to make you completely unload in order for them to inspect your cargo. Tourists are often warned about travelling on roads at night. Although ''bandidos'' are rare in more metropolitan areas, err on the side of caution in more rural areas. The best bet is to drive during only daylight hours. Cattle, dogs, and other animals also can appear on the roadway unexpectedly, so if you do have to drive at night, be very cautious. If possible, follow a bus or truck that seems to be driving safely. Foreign drivers' licenses are recognized and recommended. Speeding tickets are common, and to ensure your presence at the hearing, the officer may choose to keep your license. He is within his rights to do so. Beware though, police officers are known to keep driver's licenses until they are given a bribe. At petrol (gas) stations, make sure the pump is zeroed out before the attendant begins pumping your gas so that you don't end up paying more than you should. Good maps are invaluable and the Mexico maps included in "North American Road Atlas" books are worse than useless. The Guia Roji maps are particularly good. If you arrive in Mexico by airplane but would like to drive around the country, all major car rental companies are present in Mexico. However, you must know that they operate under a franchise scheme, and therefore their policies and the overall way to do business are very different than those in other countries. Most of the times they will publish prices that may look very attractive, but may not include insurance, taxes and other mandatory fees, the best thing to do is call in advance to find out the final price to pay. There are some local companies which do include all bells and whistles in their rates, [https://www.veico.com/ Veico Car Rental]. [https://www.citycarrental.com/ City Car Rental] offers good prices and have rental offices as most major cities in Mexico. Throughout the mainland of North America including the Mexico, traffic moves on the right with most cars being left-hand-drive (as in Belize, Guatemala, and the United States). The only areas of North America that do not drive on the right are on some Caribbean Islands. ===By plane=== Major airlines hubs for all or several of the airlines are in [[Benito Juarez International Airport|Mexico City-Benito Juarez Airport]], Mexico City-Santa Lucia Airport (NLU), [[Guadalajara#By plane|Guadalajara]], [[Cancún International Airport]], and [[Monterrey#By plane|Monterrey]]. There are additional point to point services from several other cities. Budget airlines offer competitive fares that rival bus travel over long distances. The low-cost airlines are VivaAerobus and Volaris. The main airlines providing service to over 60 cities within Mexico are: * {{listing | name=Aeromexico/Aeromexico Connect | alt= | url=https://www.aeromexico.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 5133-4000 (MX) | tollfree=+1-800-237-6639 (US) | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=It is the 'national' and 'legacy' carrier with hubs in Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey. It is also a member of the SkyTeam Alliance. }} * {{listing | name=Mexicana | alt= | url=https://www.mexicana.gob.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-11-04 | content=In 2023, the Mexican government resurrected the formerly bankrupt carrier and will operate it as a state airline. Mexicana will initially focus on domestic routes only, serving all major cities and resort areas in Mexico. The airline operates on a hub and spoke model with all flights originating or ending at Mexico City - Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles (AIFA) ({{IATA|NLU}}) in the northern suburb of Santa Lucia. The airline uses Boeing 737 aircraft and Embraer E195-E2 aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=VivaAerobus | alt= | url=http://www.vivaaerobus.com/mx | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Low-cost, Ryanair-like airline with hubs in Cancun, Monterrey, Mexico City and Guadalajara and new focus cities in Merida and Puebla, and service from the USA. On the Viva Aerobus fares "Zero" and "Light", you cannot check in earlier than 4 hours and 8 hours before departure respectively. As of Nov 2021, the website and app won't tell you that if you try it earlier. Instead giving you a random error message or telling you to check-in at the airport for additional cost, which is not needed. }} * {{listing | name=Volaris | alt= | url=https://www.volaris.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 1102-8000 | tollfree=+1 855 865-2747 (US) | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Hubs are in Mexico City, Tijuana and Guadalajara with focus cities in Cancun, Monterrey and Leon. They also have an additional hub in San Jose Costa Rica and a focus city in Los Angeles, outside of Mexico. They have services to cities in the U.S., Costa Rica, El Salvador and Nicaragua. }} ====Regional carriers==== There are also small regional airlines operating within limited geographic areas. Regional airlines include: * {{listing | name=Aerus | alt= | url=https://flyaerus.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 811 495 5340 (only WhatsApp) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=Regional airline based in [[Monterrey]] serving Northern Mexico and the Gulf Coast, including destinations in Tamaulipas, Veracruz, Tabasco, and Yucatan. The airline also provides international service to Texas border cities, including McAllen, Laredo and Brownsville. Operates Cessna Caravan aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=Calafia Airlines | alt= | url=https://www.calafiaairlines.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 619 489-1439 (US) | tollfree=01 800 5603949 (MX) | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-04-22 | content=Operates scheduled flights between cities in the Baja California Peninsula and from the Baja California Peninsula to Chihuahua, Jalisco, Sonora and Sinaloa states. It connects the Baja California Peninsula to Leon (Guanajuato), Monterrey (Nuevo Leon), Mexico City and San Luis Potosi, all in the smaller aircraft. It connects Palenque and Tuxtla Gutierrez (Chiapas) to Mexico City and Cancun. It also offers charters and air taxi services. }} * {{listing | name=Aero Servicio Guerrero | alt=ASG | url=https://www.asg.com.mx/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=| tollfree=01 800 82 33 153 | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Operates scheduled flights between cities in the Baja California Peninsula and to and from cities in the northwestern mainland states of Sonora and Sinaloa. Offers flights to some destinations not served by larger carriers. Flights are on Cessna Caravan or Embraer regional jet aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=Aerotucán | alt= | url=https://aerotaxisdemexico.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 951 502 0840, +52 951 187 6202 (WhatsApp) | tollfree=800 640-4140 | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=Flies between Oaxaca City, Ciudad Ixtepec, Huatulco and Puerto Escondido in Oaxaca state in small planes like the Cessna Caravan. }} * {{listing | name=Cabo Flight Center | alt= | url=https://caboflightcenter.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-07-24 | content=Formerly operated as Señor Air, the rebranded regional carrier is still based out of [[Los Cabos]] ({{IATA|SJD}}) and still operates a limited route map with service to mainland destinations in Chihuahua, Sonora, Sinaloa and Jalisco using Embraer aircraft. }} * {{listing | name=TAR | alt= | url=http://www.tarmexico.com | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+52 55 2629-5272 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=Hub in Queretaro with focus cities in Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Puerto Vallarta to several destinations nationwide. Operates Embraer regional jets. }} ===By bus=== ==== Intercity buses==== See main article, [[Bus travel in Mexico]] Long-distance buses are an ideal way to experience Mexico. The executive and first-class buses are very modern, clean, and comfortable with bigger seats and more legroom than the first-class cabin of a modern aircraft. Costs are generally low, with first-class tickets costing only slightly more than a much slower second-class bus. All major cities and tourist destinations have good bus service. ==== City buses ==== Most larger cities have a mix of public bus services and privately run bus services. For example, in [[Mexico City]] there are several bus services that are part of the public Metro transportation including large, modern articulated buses that run in dedicated lanes on major arteries, as well as electric buses and traditional buses through most neighborhoods. In the city of [[Monterrey]], there are Metrobuses that operate as part of the city's public transit network, often connecting to the Metrorrey subway/light rail stations. There are also more than a dozen private bus companies, usually providing services to a well-defined section of the city. Using the city buses can be complicated, involving various transfers and sometimes multiple providers. Information about these may be in individual destination articles here, but is more reliable in the [https://moovitapp.com/ Moovit] app (available for iPhone or Android). ==== Colectivos, combis, peseros ==== Many cities in Mexico have privately operated van or small bus services that run along popular routes. These go by various names including ''peseros'', ''colectivos'', ''urbanos'', or ''combis''. Whatever you call them, they are sometimes vans and sometimes small buses with varying color codes depending on the city you are in and often identifying the operator or route. Usually the route taken is written on cardboard attached to the windshield or with wet and then dried soap or chalk on the windshield listing the local colonias (neighborhoods) and points of interest (Allende, WalMart, Soriana, malls, hospitals, universities, etc.) the routes are not numbered and the schedules are often informal. When a combi gets full, it leaves and won't pick up passengers along the way until somebody gets off. In some cities the pesero stops at marked bus stops while in others bus stops are uncommon and you are expect to signal the bus to pick you up (wave or hold out your hand) and drop you off when you want. If you don't find a stop button in a pesero; just shout the word ''bajo!'' for it to stop. Fares are cheap and vary from M$5-15 (Feb 2022) approximately. ===By carpooling === You can check, if there are rides offered for your route on Blablacar. Especially between bigger cities the chances are good. In order to see the prices in pesos, you need to (re)install the app and choose Mexican pesos. Prices are about 30-50% less than taking an intercity bus. ===By train=== [[File:Tren maya en Mérida Teya 01.jpg|thumb|Tren Maya]] Intercity trains are slowly making a comeback in Mexico, after a 25-year hiatus. The vast majority of cities are not served but as of 2025 a few lines have opened and there are plans for major expansions over the coming years. * [https://www.trenmaya.gob.mx/ ''Tren Maya''] serves the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]] and the [[Riviera Maya]]. The route goes along the Caribbean coast between [[Cancun]] and [[Chetumal]] at the Belize border. It provides access to [[Merida]] and has stations at archaeological sites like [[Chichen Itza]], [[Edzna]], [[Tulum]], and [[Palenque]]. * [https://www.pasajerosinteroceanico.com.mx/ ''Tren Interoceánico''] runs across the Tehuantepec isthmus between [[Salina Cruz]] on the Pacific Ocean and [[Coatzalcocos]] on the Gulf of Mexico coast. Tren Interoceanico also has a line that connects Coatzalcocos to [[Palenque]] where passengers can transfer to the Tren Maya. * ''El Insurgente'' is an intercity train in [[Mexico State]] connecting to the [[Mexico City]] Metro at the Observatorio station. ====Tourist trains==== [[File:Copper Canyon Railway.jpg|thumb|''El Chepe'' through the Copper Canyon]] The most famous tourist train in Mexico is the [https://chepe.mx/en/ ''Ferrocarril Chihuahua al Pacífico''] (Chihuahua-Pacific Railway or ''El Chepe'') between [[Los Mochis]], [[Sinaloa]], and the town of [[Creel]], [[Chihuahua]], through the gorgeous [[Copper Canyon]]. In the state of Jalisco there are a couple of lines which travel from the state capital city of [[Guadalajara]] to the nearby tequila distilleries in the small town of Amatitlan on the [https://www.tequilaexpress.mx/ ''Tequila Express''] and to the Jose Cuervo distilleries in the town of [[Tequila]] on the [http://www.josecuervoexpress.com ''Jose Cuervo Express'']. There is also a tourist train that runs from [[Tijuana]] to [[Tecate]] (and back again) on Saturdays. ===By taxi=== Ride-hailing is available in Mexico and the following are the most anticipated providers. There may be destinations where the service is not available due to differences with local cab groups. * {{go | name=Uber | alt= | url=https://www.uber.com/global/en/cities/mexico-city | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=Works in Mexico City and other cities. }} * {{go | name=Cabify | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} * {{go | name=Didi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content= }} * {{go | name=Bolt | alt= | url=https://bolt.eu | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-31 | content=Includes three cities. }} Many drivers in Mexico do not like payment by credit card. If you're having trouble hailing a ride, try switching to cash payment. ===By thumb=== One upside of the high petroleum prices is that hitching is beginning to be more common in Mexico again, particularly the rural areas. In areas near big cities, hitching should be more difficult, and is not really advisable for security reasons. However, in village areas, this will be really possible and most likely a nice experience. Since villagers have always had a hard time affording gas, and nowadays many are turning to picking up paying hitchhikers as a way to afford the next trip into town. Baja California, the Sierra Tarahumara and Oaxaca and Chiapas all have good possibilities for the hitchhiker. [[Hitchhiking]] possibilities vary according to region. Mexican culture is often accepting of hitchhiking and it's a common practice among Mexican youngsters going to the beach in Easter vacations, though in some cases a money contribution is expected for gas because of its relatively high prices. You should make it clear that you have no money to offer before accepting the ride, if this is the case. If you're willing to pay, trucks will often provide lifts for about half the price of a bus ticket. Of course you may be able to negotiate a better deal. Hitchhiking is considered fairly safe and easy in the [[Yucatán and the South|Yucatán Peninsula]]. ==Talk== {{see also|Spanish phrasebook}} '''Spanish''' is the ''de facto'' national language. Spanish is used by virtually the whole population and all public communications (signs, documents, media, etc.) are conducted in the language. Mexico has one of the richest diversity of more than 60 '''indigenous languages''' spoken with official recognition. These languages are spoken within the communities that are largely segregated from mainstream mestizo society. About 5% of Mexicans speak an indigenous language. Most of these communities are fluent in Spanish as well. Many Mexicans do not speak English, even though it is understood by many in Mexico City, tour guides, and workers in popular tourist attractions. Because of this, a good knowledge of Spanish is essential for the independent traveller. The most popular foreign languages to learn within Mexico after English are French, Italian, German and Japanese. German, French, and Russian may be known by some in the tourism industry, but among clerks, policemen, and drivers (most particularly the last) there is basically no such thing as knowledge of foreign languages. Bilingual signs in Spanish and English might be available in popular tourist destinations. ==See== [[File:Tochimilco portada.jpg|thumbnail|Popocatépetl's 16th century monasteries are World Heritage Sites]] Many travelers come to see Mexico's natural wonders, including: * '''Copper Canyon''' - ride the train through an enormous canyon system in the northwestern mountains * '''Mesoamerican Barrier Reef''' - scuba dive the coral reefs in the warm waters of the Mexican Caribbean * '''Sea of Cortez''' - see migrating whales, sea lions, dolphins and more * '''Volcano Belt''' - climb Mexico's highest mountain peaks and see active, dormant, and inactive volcanoes There are 35 [[UNESCO World Heritage Site|UNESCO world heritage sites]] in Mexico as of 2018, more than anywhere else in the Americas. Most of them are in the cultural category and relate to either the pre-Columbian civilizations in the area or to early colonial cities established by the Spanish ''conquistadores'' and missionaries. Much of Mexico is mountainous with some mountains rising higher than 5,000 m over the sea level. Mexico is on the border of two bioregions; both [[North American wildlife]] and [[Central and South American wildlife]] can be seen in the country. A number of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves are in Mexico as well as a number of RAMSAR wetlands. The Mexican Tourism Ministry (SECTUR) has a program called ''[[Pueblos Magicos]]'' to identify and develop tourist programs in smaller, lesser known destinations. Towns designated as Pueblos Magicos usually are rich in colonial heritage, maintain cultural traditions, or offer spectacular natural wonders. These towns are the kinds of places a couple would go for a romantic weekend because they often feature interesting historical sites in a quaint setting with local bed and breakfast inns, regional cuisine in the local restaurants, and good accessibility from major cities. == Do == The warm Mexican climate, spectacular nature and long coastline make the country great for [[outdoor life]], especially [[water sport]]. [[File:Tulum - 01.jpg|thumb|Mayan Ruins of Tulum]] * '''Surfing''' – [[Baja California]], [[Vallarta]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] * '''Sea kayaking''' – Baja California * '''Snorkeling''' – Baja California, Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, etc. * '''[[Diving in Mexico|Scuba diving]]''' – Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas etc., and cave diving in the cenotes of the Yucatán Peninsula. * '''Whale watching''' – Baja California, [[Guerrero Negro]], [[Mazunte]], [[Zipolite]] * '''White water rafting''' – Veracruz * '''Visit a volcano''' – Mexico, Toluca etc. * '''Take a ride on the Copper Canyon Railway''' * '''Enjoy the beautiful coast line and beaches of Oaxaca''' – [[Huatulco]], [[Mazunte]], [[Zipolite]], Puerto Angel, [[Puerto Escondido]], etc. * Go for a '''horseback ride''' in the Copper Canyon * '''Visit the archaeological sites''' like Chichen Itza, Tulum, Coba, Monte Alban, Calakmul, Palenque, etc. * '''Volunteering''' – Chiapas, Xalapa, Veracruz or many other destinations * '''Visit ecological parks''' – [[Mayan Riviera]], [[Chiapas]], [[Tamaulipas]] * '''Trekking and viewing cave paintings''' [[Baja California]] ===Sports=== '''[[Association football|Football]]''' (soccer) is Mexico's national sport, and its top men's league, the '''[http://www.ligamx.net/ Liga MX]''', is one of the best funded outside Europe. The big four teams in the Liga MX are '''[http://www.clubamerica.com.mx América]''', '''[http://www.chivasdecorazon.com.mx Chivas]''', '''[http://www.cruzazulfc.com Cruz Azul]''' and '''[http://www.pumas.mx/ Pumas]'''. The rivalry between [[Guadalajara]]'s Chivas and [[Mexico City]]'s América, known as ''El Súper Clásico'', ''El Clásico de Clásicos'' or just ''El Clásico'', is the biggest in Mexico, and fixtures between the two sides are guaranteed to draw partisan sell-out crowds. In [[Northern Mexico]], the biggest game of the year is the ''Clasico Regio'', pitting Monterrey's two top teams against each other. The Mexican national team is also a regional powerhouse, and matches against its northern neighbor, the [[United States]], are particularly charged affairs. '''Baseball''' is the second biggest team sport in the country with two leagues, [https://www.milb.com/mexican/ Liga Mexicana de Beisbol] (LMB) and the [https://www.lmp.mx/ Liga Pacifica] (LMP)(sponsored by ARCO). The best players make it to Major League Baseball teams in the U.S., but that is not a universal goal in Mexico, where many players enjoy long careers (particularly in the Mexican League teams) and are relatively well paid. The Liga Mexicana began in 1925. It is organized as two divisions, North and South, with 18 teams playing a 114-game season, from April to September. Teams are located in many popular tourist destinations including [[Cancun]] (Tigres), [[Mexico City]] (Diablos Rojos), [[Guadalajara]] (Mariachis), [[Monterrey]] (Sultanes), and [[Tijuana]] (Toros). The LMP is a winter league with 10 teams, mostly in the states of [[Sinaloa]] and [[Sonora]], but with teams in [[Mexicali]] (Aguilas), [[Guadalajara]] (Charros), and [[Monterrey]] (Sultanes). Monterrey and Guadalajara are the two cities with teams in both leagues, so you can catch a game there at almost any time of the year. '''[[American Football]]''' has a long tradition in Mexico but has often been relegated to third fiddle by the more popular soccer and baseball. Estadio Azteca has seen a handful of NFL games (including, at a time, the best attended NFL game in league history up to that point) and besides a long-standing college league, there is now also a professional league with teams focused in and around Mexico City. '''[[Bullfighting]]''', also referred to as ''la fiesta brava'', is a popular (but declining) spectator sport with a long Hispanic tradition stretching back as far as 2,000 years. Tradition crashes headlong into the modern world when it comes to bullfighting, where animal rights activists fight a constantly escalating war against bullfighting. Proponents of bullfighting point not only to the colorful traditions, but to the fact that the "industry" supporting bullfighting creates 18,000 jobs nationwide. Activists say it's a barbaric, bloodthirsty tradition that has no place in a civilized world. The debate is ongoing and while Mexico City's first bullfight was held in 1526, many people would be happy if no 500th anniversary could take place. Mexico City's Plaza de Toros (Plaza Monumental) is the world's largest bullring and is regarded as being part of the "triple crown" of bullfighting, alongside Madrid and Sevilla. While animal rights activists succeeded in having bullfights blocked in Mexico City in 2022, the case was overturned on appeal and bullfights have resumed in the capital. Bullfights usually occur between November and March, but the season varies by location. In [[Tijuana]], bullfights occur between April and October. In some smaller towns, bullfights are held only in conjunction with large festivals. In any case, travellers who might want a genuine bullfight experience should make plans to visit Mexico soon because the tradition of bullfighting may not last forever. ==Buy== ===Money=== {{exchange rates | currency=Mexican peso | currencyCode=M$ | date=August 2026 | USD=17 | EUR=19 | GBP=23 | CAD=12 | source=[https://www.xe.com/currency/mxn-mexican-peso XE.com] }} The currency of Mexico is the ''peso'', denoted in Mexico as "'''$'''" (ISO code '''MXN''') and in Wikivoyage as "'''M$'''". It is divided into 100 ''centavos''. Prices in US dollars (in tourist areas) are labeled "US$" or sport an ''S'' with a double stroke. Coins are issued in denominations of 5, 10 (steel), 20, and 50 centavos (brass; new 50-centavo coins issued from 2011 onwards are steel and smaller in size) and 1, 2, 5 (steel ring, brass center), 10, 20, 50, and 100 pesos (brass ring, steel or silver center), but it's extremely rare to find coins valued at more than 10 pesos. Banknotes are produced in denominations of 20 (blue or green and pink), 50 (pink-red or purple), 100 (red), 200 (green), 500 (brown or blue), and 1,000 (purple and pink for the latest issue, purple for older issues) pesos. The current issue of 20-, 50- and 100-peso bills are made from polymer plastic, and there are several different series of all banknotes. Ten-peso notes exist, but are very rare and no longer issued and accepted, but remain legal tender. ====Acceptance of other currency==== "Old" pesos (coins and banknotes issued before 1993) are no longer accepted, but are usually collected by numismatists. Merchants may accept US dollars at a lower exchange rate. US dollars are sometimes accepted in border towns and in some tourist areas. Even when US dollars are accepted, pesos are preferred. Other currencies such as the euro, pound sterling, and Swiss franc are generally not accepted by merchants, and even banks headquartered in Europe may refuse to accept euros for exchange. On the other hand, most banks and exchange offices (''casas de cambio'') will accept them. If you arrive from the south and still carry Central American currency, try to exchange them as soon as possible, as outside of the immediate border area not even banks will accept them. As all Central American countries either have the US dollar as their national currency (El Salvador and Panama) or have it circulating to varying degrees as a ''de facto'' second currency and virtually all banks in Central America and most banks in Mexico accept US dollars (usually at better rates than any other currency) your best bet is to "triangulate" your money from local currency to dollars and from dollars to pesos rather than exchanging them directly, which can be difficult and expensive. Should you have forgotten to exchange your money and the banks are closed, street money changers (called ''coyotes'' or ''cambistas'') don't have fixed opening hours and often have better rates. Be careful, however, as they do from time to time rip off foreign visitors with bogus calculators, wrong rates and counterfeit or outdated (and thus worthless) bills. ====Money exchange==== If you have brought cash in US dollars or euros, the best places to change your money are at an arrival airport (such as Mexico City and Cancun), where many money exchanges are located already in the arrival hall (where you can also compare some exchange rates and choose the most convenient) and, normally, at airports, the exchange rate is usually fair. Be sure to pass through Customs before looking for foreign exchange as inside the customs zone in Cancun the rate is far lower than the greediest street vendors ask. If you would like to wait until later to obtain Mexican currency, try not to change at your hotel, as the rates there tend to be extremely disadvantageous for tourists. However, some hotels provide exchanges as a courtesy, in this case it is best to ask just to make sure. Often, you can find money exchanges at strategic places in most tourist destinations and near the hotel (zones). The exchanges rates should not differ drastically from the ones at airport. If you are unfamiliar with Mexican money (bills, coins), try to stick to official foreign exchange booths. In several internationally popular beach destinations like Cancun and Los Cabos, local merchants are accustomed to US dollars and will often accept them as payment (they even have dual-currency cash registers and drawers). However, do bear in mind that the convenience of such “private” money exchange usually comes with a slightly unfavorable exchange rate. ===Shopping=== [[File:2013-12-27 Oaxaca Markt 03 anagoria.JPG|thumbnail|Spices for sale at a market in Oaxaca]] If there is no price tag, ''ask for the price first''. The simple question is "¿Cuánto cuesta?" and is easily understood by Mexicans. Some shops show the price in '''pesitos'''. That's the diminutive of peso and means the same. * Weights are measured in kilograms. Length is measured in centimeters and meters. * For clothes and shoe sizes, the "Continental" measurements are used. Merchants can be picky about the state of your paper money and may scrutinize it and reject anything with rips. Try to keep it in as pristine condition as possible. Reputedly, this is more the case the farther south you go. In any case, you can easily enter a bank with some damaged bill to get it exchanged into another one. Merchants are often reluctant to make change in smaller towns. Try to avoid paying with overly large denominations; the best customer has exact change. In rural areas, your 'change' may consist of chiclets or other small commodities. Merchants, specially those in small markets ("tianguis") and street vendors are no strangers to haggling. Try asking "¿Es lo menos?" ("Is this the smallest price?"), The more rural and less touristy the area you're likely to have more success. *'''[[Mexican artesanias|Artesanias]]'''. A visit to anywhere in Mexico will give one the opportunity to buy art made in the "old world" manner that reflects the diverse ethnicity of Mexico. Included in these articles would be textiles, wood carvings, paintings and carved masks that are used on sacred dances and burials. In many parts of Mexico, artists welcome visitors to their workshops to see how things are made and often to buy "direct from the source". *'''Timeshares'''. When visiting the '''resort''' cities of Mexico (e.g. Cancun, Puerto Vallarta or similar), it is more than common to be approached on the streets, in bars, in restaurants and anywhere with offers of gifts, free rental cars, free nights, free dinners, free anything that may appeal to you, just for visiting and listening to a presentation to buy a timeshare. Unless you are severely desperate for something to do, you may want to ignore those making the offer and stay away from those ''free'' offers. While the properties are very nice, great locations and plenty of amenities, this is not the place to ''learn'' about timeshares. Do your homework before even thinking about buying a timeshare, see what the values are in the ''resale'' market and understand the ''rights'' you are buying and the future costs. Collecting on the ''free'' offers may be difficult, if not impossible. * '''Automobiles'''. It's certainly worth going over and importing a car back from there, although importing it to the EU/US standards is the hard part. Recommended are the Ford Fusion (like the British Ford Mondeo, but more upmarket) and the Chrysler 200 (the 2.4 model is worth it). Volkswagens can be substantially better-equipped than European or North American counterparts. The Passat sold in Mexico is not the same car as in Europe, and is substantially bigger, however, engines are the same as in Europe, except for the 2.5 petrol. * '''Cuban cigars'''. are a fun novelty for tourists from the US and are widely available. It's still illegal to bring them back to the US, although the worst that's likely to happen is they'll be confiscated by customs. ====Credit and debit cards==== Credit and debit cards (with Maestro or MasterCard/Visa affiliation) are widely accepted in Mexico. You can use them at ATMs as well as in most department stores, bigger restaurants, gas stations, but be sure that outside cities you always carry sufficient cash in pesos, and generally verify the possibility to pay with card before consumption. Smaller (often family run) businesses often accept only cash. Most of the time, an extra 5% when paying with card is added. Also, you cannot get lower prices if you haggle unless you pay cash. While many Pemex stations accept credit cards, especially in locations that have heavy tourist traffic, some do not; travellers who intend to pay by credit card should always ask the attendant if the card is accepted before pumping begins. ====ATMs==== Bank of America customers can avoid ATM fees by using Santander Serfin ATMs. Other banks may have similar policies, check with your respective institution. For example, Banamex bank is owned by Citibank/Citigroup, and Bancomer is owned by BBVA, which is related to Chase in the United States. Ask to your bank if they have relation with Mexican banks, and the advantages that such ally can provide. Otherwise, do not be surprised to find yourself with a fee for each withdrawal. ATMs ask you if you want to accept the shown fee. In some ATMs you need to put your credit card inside crosswise. 5 Lowest ATM fees used with UK issued Mastercard, January 2024: Inbursa M$22.04, BanBajio M$23.20, Banca Mifel M$26.68, BanCoppel M$29, CitiBanamex M$30.74. As of January 2024, other fees are: Banco Azteca M$34.80, Santander M$34.80, HSBC M$35.84, Banorte M$58.00, Multiva M$67.28, Banregio M$81.20, BBVA M$174 pesos There is no difference between Mastercard and Visa. ATMs in smaller towns can run out of currency; sometimes this is a regular occurrence. Check with the bank (or locals) about the best time to use the ATM and never wait until the last minute to get cash. ===Tipping=== [[Tipping]] in Mexico is similar to the United States. It is usually from 10 to 15%. Meals have a 10% to 15% tip (this includes fast food deliveries). This tip is usually left by most people in restaurants, although it is not so common in street restaurants or stands, where the tenders usually have a can or box where people deposit coins. It is generally common to leave a tip on the table after paying and therefore having small change is very useful. Mexican bars and night clubs often charge directly to the bill 15% of the total amount (taxes included). That is illegal in most cases because of the imposition of the tip and because they calculate the 15% with taxes included. In large groups, or in nightclubs the barmen expect the customers to deposit their tip in a cup left on the table before serving the drinks so the service they give is in function with the tip they received. It is also customary to give a tip to the person who sometimes guard the car as if they were valet parking; in Mexico these people are often called ''viene viene'' (literally: "comes, comes") or ''franeleros'' and usually people give them M$3-20 depending on the zone, although they sometimes ask for bigger sums of money when the car is left close to a night life area. In medium and large retail stores such as Wal-Mart there are uniformed helpers, usually children or the elderly, who bag the products just after the clerk has scanned them. This role is called ''cerillo'' (Spanish for "match"). It is common for these helpers to not have a basic salary, so all the money earned is from the tips people give them. Most customers give M$2-5 depending on the number of products. Cerillos also put the bags in the cart and if the load is large they can even help bringing it to the car and unloading the bags; in these cases, they normally receive more than M$15. Tipping is not expected in cabs or buses, except when it is a tour. In some populated Mexican restaurants wandering musicians enter, play, and expect the customers to pay something, although this is voluntary. In filling stations, the workers usually get M$2-5 for every gasoline load. In stadiums people give a small tip to the person who shows the place where they should sit. Tips are also given to bellboys, barbers and people that work in similar services. ==Eat== {{see also|Mexican cuisine}} [[File:TacoPlacesPetatlan.JPG|thumbnail|Taco stalls]] [[Mexican cuisine]] can be described better as a collection of various regional cuisines rather than a standard list of dishes for the whole country. Because of climate, geography and ethnic differences, we can classify Mexican cuisine broadly in 4 great categories according to the region: * '''Northern''' – Mostly meat dishes done mainly from beef and goat. This includes Cabrito, Carne Asada (Barbecue) and Arrachera. It is influenced by international cuisine (mostly from the United States and Europe), but it retains the essential Mexican flavor. * '''Central''' – This region is influenced by the rest of the country, but has its own well-developed local flavor in dishes such as Pozole, Menudo and Carnitas. Dishes are mostly corn-based and with different spices. * '''Southeastern''' – Is known for its spicy vegetable and chicken-based dishes. Caribbean cuisine have influences here because of the location. * '''Coast''' – Has a strong emphasis on seafood and fish, but corn-based recipes can be easily found as well. Ask for the "platillo tipico" of the town, which is the local speciality that may not be found elsewhere, a variation, or the birthplace of a recipe. Also consider that most of the recipes change from place to place: for example, tamales in the south are made with the banana plant leaves, and in the Huasteca region tamales are very big (they are called "Zacahuil"); one is OK for a complete family.[[File:Gordita.jpg|thumbnail|Gordita]]If you are travelling here from [[Spain]] or elsewhere in [[Latin America]], keep in mind that many Mexican dishes can have the same name, but be very different from their counterparts elsewhere. For instance, a Mexican ''tamal'' is very different from a Colombian ''tamal'', and a Mexican ''tortilla'' bears virtually no similarity at all to a Spanish ''tortilla''. Traditional Mexican food can often be very spicy; if you are not used to peppers, always ask if your food includes it. "(''¿Esto tiene chile? Es picante?'')." There are many [[street food|food carts]] on the streets of Mexican cities and towns. Travelers are advised to eat from these carts with caution, as hygienic preparation practices are not always reliable. You can measure the quality of food by popularity; do not eat in lonely places, even if they are restaurants or hotels. Consider that Mexicans eat their main meal in the middle of the afternoon (around 3 o'clock), with breakfast or "almuerzo", a mid-morning affair after a very light something, like a small plate of fruit or a roll with coffee, in the very early morning. Although, many Mexicans have large breakfasts in the morning. Later, at night the meal varies from very light, such as sweet rolls or breads, coffee or hot chocolate, to heavy dinner, such as pozole, tacos, and tamales. Schedule your meals accordingly and you will get a better perspective on the gauge of how busy (popular) a restaurant is. In doing so, you may (or may not) find some of the most unique and genuinely Mexican dishes you've ever had. From these vendors, you may find tacos, burgers, bread, roasted field corn or elote served with mayonnaise, or a light cream, and sprinkled with fresh white cheese, roasted sweet potato called camote, and almost any kind of food and service you would imagine. * '''Chicharrón''' – Deep fried pork skin. Quite crunchy and if well-prepared slightly oily. Heavenly spread with guacamole. Or sometimes cooked in a mild chili sauce and served with eggs. * '''Enchiladas''' – Chicken or meat stuffed soft tortillas covered with green, red or mole sauce. Some may have melted cheese inside and/or on top. * '''Tacos''' – Soft corn tortillas filled with meat (asada (steak strips), pollo (shredded chicken), carnitas (fried shredded pork), lengua (cow tongue), cabeza (meat from cow skull), sesos (cow brains), tripa (cow gut), al pastor (chili, pork, beef cut from a spit) or chorizo (pork sausage)). In the north sometimes flour tortillas are used. Do not expect the crispy taco shell anywhere. * '''Tamales''' (singular ''tamal'') – corn dough shell with meat or vegetable fillings. Tamales Dulces contain fruit and/or nuts. * '''Tortas''' – Fancy Mexican sandwich. Bread roll that is grilled lightly, meat fillings are same as tacos: lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, beans, onion, mayonnaise and avocado. One is beginning to find tortas with the American styled cold cuts available, as well, in urban areas. * '''Huitlacoche''' – (wit-la-ko-che) A fungus, much like mushrooms, found in corn. This dish is usually an additive to others. Foreigners might find it hard to stomach but Mexicans swear by it. Although most Mexicans love huitlacoche, most do not prepare it in their own home very frequently. It can be found in most markets or stores. * '''Quesadillas''' – Cheese or other ingredients grilled in between corn tortillas, heavy on cheese and lighter on other items such as chicken, pork, beans, squash flower blossoms and such. * '''Mole''' – Mild to medium chili based sauce made with cocoa and a hint of peanut over meat, usually served with shredded chicken or turkey. ('Pollo en mole' and this is known as Puebla or poblano style). There are many regional moles and some are green, yellow, black and can vary greatly in flavor depending on the artistic talent or preferences involved. * '''Pozole''' – Chicken or pork broth with hominy corn, spiced when served with oregano, lettuce, lemon juice, radish, chopped onion, dried ground chile and other ingredients such as chicken, pork, or even seafood, usually served with a side dish of tostadas, fried potato and fresh cheese tacos. Very fortifying. * '''Gorditas''' – corn patty stuffed with chicharron, chicken, cheese, etc. topped with cream, cheese and hot sauce. * '''Grillo''' – Grasshopper, usually cooked and placed inside another dish such as a quesadilla. It is frequently found in markets in the state of Morelos and other central Mexico states. This is not common in Mexico City. * '''Guacamole''' – crushed avocado sauce with green serrano chile, chopped red tomato and onion, lime juice, salt, and served with somewhat thick (1/8 inch) fried tortilla slices or "totopos". * '''Tostadas''' – fried flat tortilla topped with fried beans, lettuce, cream, fresh cheese, sliced red tomato and onion, hot sauce, and chicken or other main ingredient. Think a corn chip dippers, on low dose steroids, for salsas and as above. You do not usually get a plate of this automatically in many parts of Mexico as you would in the US, although they are starting to show up in resort areas that cater to US nationals automatically. * '''Huaraches''' – a bigger (think shoe-shaped) version of a gordita. * '''Sopes''' – corn patty topped with a wide variety of ingredients such as chicken, cheese, mashed beans, and various hot sauces. * '''Carnitas''' – deep fried pork meat served with a variety of salsa, to get them dry with less grease. * '''Chile en nogada''' – A big green Poblano chile with a beef or pork apple stuffing, covered with a white nut (usually walnut, known as ''nuez'') sauce and sprinkled with pomegranate seeds which happen to be red. The three colors represent the national flag and the dish is served nationwide around Mexican Independence Day (16 September). * '''Barbacoa''' – Sheep or goat meat cooked with maguey leaves in an oven made at a hole in the ground. Think BBQ heaven without the hickory smoke or catsup-based BBQ sauce. Served with condiments and salsas in corn tortilas and sometimes in a torta bread roll. * '''Sopa de Tortilla''' – tortilla chips soup usually of chicken broth, plain or with a touch of tomato flavor, and usually mild and not at all hot. Commonly served with diced avocado and fresh crumbled white cheese on top. * '''Chilaquiles''' – tortilla chips with a green tomatillo, or red tomato, or mild chili sauce, Usually served with chicken or eggs on top or within. Usually a mild dish. * '''Migas''' – is a typical dish in the center of the country which is a guajillo chile broth with soaked bread, which you can add the pork bones with meat or eggs. You may see a sign with '''"orden de tacos"'''. This means usually 5 pieces, if there is no other amount stated. The word ''orden'' is also used for other types of Mexican food. There is breakfast in McDonald's that you may not find in other countries. It includes:<br> • McMolletes<br> • McMuffin Huevo y Salchicha<br> • McMuffin a la Mexicana<br> • Hotcakes con Salchichas<br> • Desayuno Especial Mexicano<br> • McBurrito a la Mexicana for M$30 (Dec 2021)<br> Basic burgers you may not find in other countries during the day are for about M$30 (Dec 2021):<br> • Hamburguesa Gourmet<br> • Hamburguesa Especial con lechuga ==Drink== [[File:Venta de tequila en Tequila Jalisco México..JPG|thumbnail|Tequila store in [[Tequila]]]] Tap water is potable, but generally not recommended for drinking. Hotels usually give guests one (large) bottle of drinking water per room per night. Bottled water is also readily available in supermarkets and at tourist attractions. * Absinthe is legal in Mexico. * Tequila, distilled from Agave (a specific type of cactus) * Pulque, ferment made from Maguey * Mezcal, similar to tequila but distilled from Maguey * Raicilla, a type of mezcal made in Jalisco * Pox, whisky meets rum, distilled from grains and cane sugar, made in Chiapas * Tepache, ferment made from pineapple * Tuba, made from coconut palm tree [[File:Modelo Negra and Victoria beer bottles.jpg|thumb|A Mexican dark lager (Modelo Negra) and golden lager (Victoria)]] There are also several Mexican beers, most of which are available outside Mexico, these include Corona (popular, but not necessarily as overwhelmingly popular in Mexico as many foreigners think), Dos Equis (XX) and Modelo Especial. Lighter Mexican beers are often served with lime and salt, though many Mexicans do not drink beer in this fashion. In some places you will find beer served as a prepared drink called "Michelada" or simply "Chelada". The formula varies depending on the place, but it's usually beer mixed with lime juice and various sauces and spices on ice served in a salt rim glass. Spicy beer is available in supermarkets; try it, it will be an experience. Other variation called "Cubana" includes Clamato cocktail, soybean sauce, salt and a little bit of hot sauce. Mexico produces wine in several different areas, the most important of which is the [[Valle de Guadalupe]] in [[Baja California]], which accounts for more than 90% of Mexico's total wine production. The second largest wine region is in the Bajio state of [[Queretaro (state)|Queretaro]] centered on the town of [[Ezequiel Montes]]. Wine is also produced in the states of [[Sonora]], [[Coahuila]], and [[Guanajuato (state)|Guanajuato]]. Most Mexicans tend to prefer European or Chilean imports, but Mexican wines are becoming more popular as they continue to earn accolades in the press and in competitions. In the prestigious 2023 Concours Mundial de Bruxelles, the top point getter was Cenzontle Blanco from [[Valle de Guadalupe]], beating out thousands of wines from around the world. Non alcoholic beverages: * Chocolate * Atole * Horchata (rice based drink) * Agua de Jamaica (hibiscus iced tea, similar to karkadai in Egypt) * Licuados de fruta (fruit smoothies and milkshakes) * Champurrado (thick chocolate drink) * Refrescos (common sodas, generally sweet and made with cane sugar, not corn syrup as in the United States). [[File:Champurrado thenewplace sf.jpg|thumbnail|Champurrado]] The legal drinking age in Mexico is 18, but not strictly enforced. In many places, consumption of alcohol in public ("open container") is illegal and usually punishable by a day in jail. Be aware of waitresses and barmen, especially at night clubs. If you are not aware of your consumption and how much you already spent, they can add a few more drinks to your account. Some do this, not all. Alcoholmeters are widely used in driving roads If drinking, always have a designated driver. Driving under the influence of an alcoholic beverage will result in 1 to 3 days in jail. Mexico, especially the southern state of Chiapas, produces excellent coffee. Café con leche, usually one part coffee to one part steamed milk, is very popular. Unfortunately, many places in Mexico that are not cafés serve Nescafe instant coffee, so you may have to search for the good coffee, but it's there. Mineral water is popular in many regions of Mexico. Topo Chico is the most widely available brand by a very wide margin. ==Learn== [[File:Flag of Mexico in Acapulco.jpg|thumbnail|Hornos Beach in Acapulco]] The most important Universities in Mexico include the '''UNAM''', ranked 73rd worldwide, and the best in Latin America. Its main campus is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Murals in the main campus were painted by some of the most recognized artists in Mexican history, such as Diego Rivera and David Alfaro Siqueiros. '''IPN''' (Instituto Politécnico Nacional), '''ITESM''' (Instituto Tecnológico de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, located in Monterrey but with branch campuses in many other Mexican cities) the '''Iberoamerican University''' (Universidad Iberoamericana, part of the Jesuit University System) and '''Universidad Anahuac'''. [[File:Chichen Itza 21.JPG|thumbnail|Chichen Itza, one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world]] Most of the government-funded universities on mayor cities (state capital) have short courses on history, gastronomy and cultural subjects, most of them are almost free. Other places are the "Casa de la Cultura", (house of culture) that are historical buildings used for cultural related activities (music concerts, theater, paint and other exhibits, they also have "talleres" (workshops). Most places have programs for foreigners to learn Spanish, or even study a whole degree. There are some other courses where you can learn traditional Mexican activities such as handcrafts. There are Spanish language schools throughout Mexico. The city with the most schools is Cuernavaca, with more than 50 schools. Oaxaca, San Miguel de Allende and Guanajuato also offer a number of schools to choose from. Prices vary; however, most schools are very reasonably priced. Many schools can arrange homestays with local Mexican families. ==Work== Working may require a work visa, which is difficult to get if you just want to freelance for a short time. Many important headquarters are located throughout the main cities of Mexico. Top Mexican corporations such as Televisa, Bimbo, Cemex, Telmex and Vitra are often willing to hire professionals who are native English speakers as much of their business is developed alongside North American corporations. Native English speakers can pick up work as English teachers. The upside is that English speakers with no knowledge of Spanish are appreciated, because they will force their students to practice English. The downside is that salaries are somewhat low. ==Sleep== [[File:Plazadeliberacion1.jpg|thumbnail|Plaza de liberación and the cathedral, Guadalajara]] Several hotel chains are available throughout Mexico, including Palace Resorts, Le Blanc Spa Resort, Best Western, Holiday Inn, CityExpress, Fiesta Inn, Fairmont, Hilton, Ritz, Camino Real, Marriott (Sheraton, W, Westin, Four Points) and many others. Rates have risen considerably, though most are still reasonable compared to similar U.S. or European hotels. Chain accommodations are usually clean and comfortable, good for business travelers, but not necessarily for those wanting to experience Mexico itself. There are also many all-inclusive resorts for those visiting the major beach destinations. Boutique hotels are found all over the country; price range varies but all of them are rich in Mexican traditions, elegance and charm, the perfect way to experience the cultural heritage of each state. A great source of information is Melba Levick's book ''Mexicasa,'' found in many libraries and online bookstores. Otherwise an authentic accommodation can usually be found by asking locals or gringos, especially in the smaller towns. Smaller hotels and motels along the roadside may not be safe or comfortable. If you are unsure about conditions or the safety of the room, ask to see it before paying. This will not be considered rude. Decent hotels for a low budget are usually found around the central bus station of a town. If you are going to stay at cheaper hotels in cooler areas in the winter consider bringing extra clothes, an electric blanket or a sleeping bag, as there is power, but no heat. And although it may get quite hot by afternoon outside, adobe and cement are like fridges. An electric tea kettle is also a good idea, as hot water might not be available when you want it. There is a large backpacker culture in Mexico, and there are many hostels offering dorm accommodation and private rooms. You can expect to pay M$100-300 (Nov 2021) for a night in a dorm, sometimes including breakfast. Hostels are a fantastic place to share information with fellow travelers, and you can often find people who have been to your future destinations. If you're travelling with children, use a plastic case (with wheels and a handle) as luggage, and it can be used as a bathtub for the kids if necessary. Budget hotels rarely, if ever, have bathtubs. ==Stay safe== {{cautionbox | Some governments advise that you '''should not travel''' to several states because of high levels of crime, unreliable law enforcement assistance, and violence related to drug trafficking. Resort areas and tourist destinations in Mexico generally do not see the levels of drug-related violence and crime reported in the border region and in areas along major trafficking routes. Check the advisories below for current information. | us=https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/mexico-travel-advisory.html | uk=https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/mexico | canada=https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/mexico | australia=https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/americas/mexico | lastedit=2025-09-08}} Mexico has a reputation for being a dangerous country — a reputation that's not entirely unwarranted — but the average traveller should not be too overly concerned or cautious of their surroundings. A lot of the crime occurs between those involved in the drug trade or organised crime. (See [[#Drug traffic issues|drug traffic issues]] for more information)[[File:Policia turistica ciudad mexico.jpg|thumbnail|Mounted tourist police, Mexico City]]In most cities, location is very important as security changes from place to place. Areas close to downtown (''centro'') are safer to walk at night, especially on the "Plaza", "Zócalo" or "Jardín" (main square) and areas nearby. Stay in populated areas, avoid poor neighborhoods, especially at night, and don't walk there at any time if you are alone. Vicious beatings have been reported at resorts by people who have travelled alone, so stay alert for any suspicious-looking individual. If you wish to visit one of the slums, you should only go as part of a guided tour with a reputable guide or tour company. Political violence in Chiapas and Oaxaca has abated, and is far less of a threat than drug-related crime. However, Mexican authorities do not look approvingly on foreigners who participate in demonstrations (even peaceful ones) or voice support for groups such as the Ejército Zapatista de Liberación Nacional and its leader, Subcomandante Marcos, even if their images and slogans are commonly sold on t-shirts and caps in markets. Do not wave cash or credit cards around. Use them discreetly and put them away as quickly as possible. The nationwide emergency number is '''911'''. Although Mexico has one of the largest police forces in the world, systemic corruption and low salaries often restrict the capabilities of law enforcement. Enlisting the help of the police almost always requires solid Spanish-language skills. Beggars are not usually a threat, but you will find lots in urban areas. Avoid being surrounded by them, as some can [[Pickpockets|pickpocket]] your goods. Giving away two pesos quickly can get you out of such troubles (but may also attract other beggars). Most poor and homeless Mexicans prefer to sell trinkets, gum, sing, or provide some meager service than beg outright. Larger cities, such as Guadalajara and Mexico City, are safer than most places in Mexico. However, caution is still recommended. ===Drug crimes=== [[File:Mexican States with mafia conflicts.png|thumb|States with the most conflict, marked in red (2010)]] Former president Felipe Calderon waged war on the drug cartels, and in turn, they waged war against the government (and more often, among each other). Some Mexican northern and border cities such as Tijuana, Nogales, Nuevo Laredo, Chihuahua, Culiacán, Durango, and Juárez can be dangerous if you are not familiar with them, especially at night. Most crime in the northern cities is related to the drug trade and police corruption. However, since law enforcement figures are often overwhelmed battling drug-related activities, many northern border towns that were somewhat dangerous to begin with are now a hotbed for criminals to act with impunity. Ciudad Juárez, in particular, bears the brunt of this violence, and with nearly a fourth of Mexico's overall murders, travel there requires special attention. Away from the northern states, cartel related violence is centered in specific areas, including the Pacific Coast states of Michoacán and Guerrero. However, exercise caution anywhere, especially at night or in high crime areas. Tourists and other travellers are of no interest to the drug cartels. Many popular tourist destinations like Oaxaca, Guanajuato, Los Cabos, Mexico City, Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, Mérida, and Guadalajara are largely unaffected by this, simply because there are no borders there. Ciudad Juárez is a primary battleground in the drug war, and while foreign travellers are not often targeted, the presence of two warring cartels, many small opportunistic gangs, and armed police and soldiers has created a chaotic situation to say the least. As a rule of thumb, the further away you are from the border, and the closer you are to Mexico City, the safer you'll be. Many people go to Mexico City to seek refuge from drug-related violence as many politicians and military personnel are there. Consumption of drugs is prohibited, although the problem of illegal medicine is serious in Mexico, this is still illegal (but consumption of drugs like cannabis or having a small amount are legal or decriminalised). Also, this can get you in trouble with gangs. The army also sets up random checkpoints throughout all major highways in search of narcotics and weapons. Drug consumption is also opposed by a large percentage of the population. ===Beach=== In Mexico the actions have to be taken for safety is similar to everywhere. See [[water safety]]. ====[[Jellyfish]]==== If you see a ''Portuguese man o' war'' ({{Lang|la|''Physalia physalis''}}), stay far away from it. If you get stung by the jellyfish, use tweezers to remove its stingers, then go to hospital. ==== Stingray stings ==== Choose a place with hot water if you can, because the heat deactivates the poison. ==== Riptides ==== Very dangerous, particularly during and after storms. ===Public transportation=== When in major cities &ndash; especially Mexico City &ndash; it is better to play it safe with taxis. The best options are to phone a taxi company, to request that your hotel or restaurant call a taxi for you, or to pick up a taxi from an established post (''Taxi de Sitio''). Also, taxis can be stopped in the middle of the street, which is okay for most of the country, but particularly unsafe in Mexico City. As chaotic as it might be sometimes, the [https://www.metro.cdmx.gob.mx/ Metro]{{Dead link|date=October 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} is the best way to move around in Mexico City: it's cheap (M$5 for a ticket as of Feb 02, 2020), safe, has a large network covering almost anywhere you'd want to go in the city and it's extremely fast, compared to any on-street transportation, since it doesn't have to bear with the constant traffic jams. If you've never been in a crowded subway, avoid peak hours (usually from 06:00–09:00 and 17:00–20:00) and do your homework: check first which line (''línea'') and station (''estación'') you want to go to and the address of the place you're trying to reach. Your hotel can give you this information, and maps of the subway system are available on the internet and at the stations. Most stations also have maps of the vicinity. Avoid taking the subway at late hours of the night, but during the day many stations are patrolled by police officers and the subway is safer than taking the public bus. Your major concern in the subway is the pickpockets, so keep your important belongings and wallets in a safe place. A word of caution for people who are used to European or major American subway systems that operate around the clock: even in Mexico City, the last subway leaves around midnight, with service only resuming in the early morning. Taxis are priced accordingly, and you should keep your wits about you when moving around in the middle of the night. If you are travelling by bus, do not put your valuables in your big bag in the storage compartment of the bus. If the police or the military controls the luggage, they might take out what they want, especially in night buses, when passengers are most likely asleep. The use of a money belt (worn underneath the clothes and out of sight) is highly recommended. ===Driving=== * All distances on the signboards and speed limits are in metric units. * Gas is likewise sold in metric units and far cheaper than in Europe (and still a bit cheaper than in the U.S.) [[File:15-07-21-Mexico-Stadtzentrum-RalfR-N3S 9738.jpg|thumb|Downtown Mexico City]] If driving in from the [[USA]], always purchase Mexican liability insurance (legal defense coverage recommended) before crossing the border or immediately after crossing. When you are paying for your temporary import permit (for going beyond border areas), often in the same building there are several stalls selling Mexican auto insurance. Even if your American (or Canadian, etc.) insurance covers your vehicle in Mexico, it '''cannot''' (by Mexican law) cover liability (e.g., hitting something or injuring someone). You will probably spend time in a Mexican jail if you have an accident without it. And even if your own insurance does (in theory) provide liability coverage in Mexico—you'll be filing your claim from behind bars! Don't risk it, get Mexican auto insurance. Never drive above the speed limit or run stop signs/red lights, as Mexican police will use any excuse to pull over tourists and give you a ticket. In some cities, the police can not give you a ticket, but they might warn you. The fine for speeding could be as much as US$100 (M$1870)<!--shouldn't we use the exact peso amount instead of a rounded USD amount?-->, depending on the city. As of April 2011, police across the country are cracking down on drunk driving, particularly in Mexico City, the larger cities, and the beach resorts. There are random checkpoints throughout the country in which every driver has to stop and take an automated inebriation test. If you fail, you will end up in a Mexican prison. You will mostly find beggars and windshield cleaners at some traffic lights; having your windows closed at all times is especially recommendable in some areas of Mexico City. The windshield cleaners will try to clean yours: a strong and firm "no" is suggested. ===Natural disasters=== Natural disasters in Mexico include [[hurricanes]] and [[earthquakes]]. [[Mexico City]] in particular is located in a seismically active area. === Firearms === Every year a few U.S. tourists run afoul of Mexico's strict gun laws. '''Bringing guns into Mexico is illegal in most circumstances''', and this includes guns kept for personal protection on private boats. If you want to bring a firearm, see [[Recreational shooting#Mexico]]. === Hiking === Many trails are unmarked in real life, even if they are present at OpenStreetMap or a hiking app. If a local rule says to do a trail with a guide - it's much better to go with the guide, the route will be dangerous and easy to get lost. ==Stay healthy== Some parts of Mexico are known for '''[[travelers' diarrhea]]''', often called "Montezuma's Revenge" (Venganza de Moctezuma). The reason for this is not so much the spicy food but the contamination of the '''[[water]] supply''' in some of the poorer zones in Mexico. In most of the small towns that are less industrialized, only the poorest Mexicans will drink tap water. The best policy is to only drink bottled or purified water, both of which are readily available. Be sure to specify ''bottled'' water in restaurants and avoid ice (which is often not made from purified water). Just like in the US, in most major Mexican cities the water is purified at the cities' water company. In most restaurants in these poor zones, the only water served comes from large jugs of purified water. If you get sick, visit your local clinic as soon as possible. There is medicine available that will counter the bacteria. Medicine in urban areas is highly developed, public hospitals are just as good as public hospitals in US, and just as the American public hospitals, they are always full. It's recommended going to private hospitals for faster service. Before traveling to rural areas of Mexico, it might be a good idea to obtain '''anti-malarial medications''' from your health care provider. It is strongly advised that the traveler be sure that any meats they are consuming have been thoroughly cooked due to an increasing rate of '''roundworm''' infections, particularly in the Acapulco area. Along with the risk for malaria, mosquitoes have also been known to carry the '''West Nile virus'''. Be sure to bring an effective insect repellent, preferably one that contains the ingredient DEET. The rate of '''AIDS/HIV''' infection in Mexico is lower than in the US, France and most Latin American nations. However, if you plan on having sex, be sure that you use a latex condom to reduce your risk of contracting or spreading the virus. As with any western location, cases of '''hantavirus pulmonary syndrome''' have been reported throughout Mexico. This is an acute, rare (but often fatal) illness for which there is no known cure. The virus is believed to be present in animal feces, particularly feces from members of the rodent family. Therefore, do not wander into animal dens and be especially careful when entering enclosed spaces that are not well ventilated and lack sunlight. Vaccination against '''Hepatitis A & B''' and '''Typhoid fever''' is recommended. If you are bitten by an animal, assume that the animal was carrying '''rabies''' and seek medical attention immediately for treatment. In remote areas, carry a first aid kit, aspirin, and other related items that are sold without medical prescription. ==Respect== [[File:MojigangaSMA002.jpg|thumb|Festival in [[San Miguel de Allende]]]] Mexicans have a somewhat relaxed sense of time so it's vital to be patient. Arriving half an hour late is common and should not be taken in a negative light. When anyone, even a total stranger, sneezes, you always say "¡salud!" ("bless you!" or more literally, "your health!"): otherwise, it is considered rude. In rural areas, particularly in the Mexican heartland (Jalisco, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, etc.), the even more pious "Jesús te bendiga" (May Jesus bless you) will follow a sneeze. Attitudes towards LGBT travellers can be hostile in more rural states, but [[LGBT Mexico City|Mexico City is very LGBT friendly]] as are popular beach resort areas such as [[Cancun]], [[Puerto Vallarta]], and [[Acapulco]]. By court order, all states in Mexico either allow the performance of same-sex marriages, or recognize such marriages when performed in other states. Same-sex marriage is performed in Mexico City and in the states of Aguascalientes, Baja California, Baja California Sur, Campeche, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Colima, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Nuevo León, Oaxaca, Puebla, Quintana Roo, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Sonora and Tlaxcala as well as in certain municipalities in Guerrero and Zacatecas. It is pending publication in Querétaro, and being prepared for legislation in Yucatán. Southern Mexico City is the best place in terms of tolerance. When entering churches, always take off any sunglasses, caps or hats. Wearing shorts is rarely a problem, but still wear a sweatshirt or sweater to your waist to avoid showing too much skin, which could be disrespectful in such places. However, away from the beaches, or northern areas, shorts are very rarely worn by Mexicans on the street and thus will attract more attention to you and make you stand out as a foreigner. === Sensitive issues === '''Show respect to Mexico's laws'''. Although corruption and bribery have long been around, a visitor behaving in a way that implies that Mexico is a lawless country is considered disrespectful. Offering a bribe to an official may get you into trouble. '''You are unlikely to cause offence by having a discussion about local politics, economics and history'''; Mexicans consider them good conversational topics and are more than happy to delight you with such discussions. This said, sensitive subjects like illegal immigration to the US, crime, or the drug war are likely to arouse strong emotions. Mexicans are well aware of their country's problems and would like to forget about them once in a while. Also, you might be surprised at how much Mexicans know about the politics of your country – especially the times in its history when they feel your country has screwed Mexico over (which applies especially for Spain, France and the U.S.). That said, Mexican history tends to be viewed as a series of shades of grey — there are those who feel the need to extol economic growth under Porfirio Díaz, just like there are those who point out anti-democratic tendencies under Benito Juarez. '''Many Mexicans have an unfavorable opinion of the Spanish Empire''' and the things they've done in the past. They feel that many of Mexico's problems are rooted in what the Spanish brought over. This said, there are no feelings of resentment towards Spain and Spanish people. '''Try not to assume the worst in people'''. Mexico may have a lot of social and political problems, but that does not mean that everyone is alike. '''The great majority of the population is and traditionally has been Roman Catholic''', and there is still a strong following of this faith among Mexicans from all socioeconomic backgrounds. However, there are sizeable Protestant, Evangelical, and Pentecostal communities (in part due to US missionary activity) and the country also has one of the largest communities of Jehovah's Witnesses. The irreligious are a small minority and they are found mostly among college-educated urban dwellers of the middle and upper middle class. Saying anything that hints at atheism or agnosticism may simply be shrugged off, or could incite lengthy discussions or at worst, attempts at proselytizing. As a rule of thumb, try not to have religious discussions with people you're not well acquainted with. === Cultural notes === While overt racism may not be apparent, as a general rule, wealth and social status are historically tied to European ancestry and skin color. Mexican society is sharply divided by social class, with the rich, middle class, and poor often living very separate lives, and can have very distinct cultures. Social practices or tastes of one social group may not be shared by all classes. Clubs, bars, and restaurants may cater largely to one crowd or another, and a wealthier person or tourist may feel out of place or received unwanted attention in a working class cantina; a poor looking person may be blatantly refused service or get unfriendly stares at an exclusive establishment. There are many words in the country according to ethnic background: * Do not be offended to be called a "güero(a)" (blonde) and its diminutive form "güerito(a)" (blondie), as it's a common way for the average Mexican citizen to refer mostly to Caucasian people, including white Mexicans. The words "gringo" and its synonym "gabacho" are used regardless of the actual nationality of the tourists and they are not meant as offensive. Actually, they are often used as terms of endearment. * If you are East Asian, you will be referred to as "Chino(a)" (Chinese) and its diminutive form "chinito(a)" regardless of whether you are Japanese, Vietnamese, Korean, etc. Exceptions are in the capital, Mexicali, and in Monterrey, where a decent-sized Korean community does exist. * If you are black, "negro(a)" or "negrito(a)" may seem harsh, especially if you are from the US, but it is not a swear word. Although there are few black people in Mexico in many regions of the country (except on the east and west coasts in the south), Mexicans, especially the younger generations, are not hateful. In fact, a revolutionary who later became the second president was a man of mixed European and African descent, Vicente Guerrero. * Historically, all Middle Easterners were referred to as "turcos" (even if they were from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, etc.) === Other things to watch out for === [[File:Catedral de Guadañajara.JPG|thumb|Guadalajara cathedral]]If you try to use Spanish to address people, be careful about the use of "tú" (informal, friendly; the verb for calling someone "tú" is tutear) and "usted" (formal, respectful) forms. Using "tú" can be demeaning to people, since this is the form normally used for addressing children or close friends. Use "usted" unless you are sure you can use "tú"; doing so may perhaps seem a shade old-fashioned, but doing otherwise can be pretty rude and embarrassing in some situations. Always use the "usted" form to a law enforcement officer (or other person of authority), even if they may use the "tú" form to talk to you. Otherwise, you can say "tú" to children under 16, to people who genuinely are your friends and to persons who call you by your first name or explicitly have told you to do so. People address each other depending on their social status, age and friendship. To refer to a woman, always call her "señorita" (Miss) unless you are sure that she is married, then you call her "señora" (Mrs). When talking to an older man, use "señor" irrespective of his marital status. If you want to call a waiter, address him as "joven" which means "young man". You may call someone by his professional title ("ingeniero", "arquitecto", "doctor", "oficial", etc.). Actually, Mexican people will use the "tú" and "usted", "first name" or "surname" depending on their relationship, and the code is not easy to learn. While the word "güey" is equivalent to "dude" or "mate" among young people, it is still considered extremely vulgar by the older generation. This abrasive term of endearment is used only between people who have achieved a certain level of trust, so avoid using it. In Mexico, "estúpido" has a far, far worse connotation than "stupid" in English. Due to the highly matriarchal nature of Mexican culture, the combination of words "tu madre" (your mother) is cacophonous and taken offensively by residents, regardless of age or gender. To refer to somebody's mother, remember to replace it with "su señora madre" (roughly "your respected mother") in formal situations or the sweeter "tu mamá" in informal ones. Never, ever use strong language when talking to a woman. You may see displays of male chauvinism. It is falling out of favor, but it is still seen and mostly tolerated in small towns, as well as cities that receive considerable amounts of rural migrants. It can be defined as a male's strong desire for and skill of the domination and imposition of will, on a wife, sister, or any close female. It can also be identified by a strong desire to prove courage through showy bravado and status through a following of yes-men and henchmen. While it is usually not directed towards visitors, it can be in a variety of strengths. It is best to pretend not to notice it and move on. Another type of ''machismo'', which perhaps stems out of the same desires but does not carry any of the antisocial connotations, is male courteousness towards women. This is manifested in standing up when a lady enters a room, opening or holding a door, conceding preference or rights of way, giving up a seat, offering a hand when stepping down from a steep step, etc. It is generally reserved for older women, or women of great power, merit, and social stature. Rejecting these types of friendly gestures is considered arrogant or rude. Mexican customs strictly enforce a limit of one laptop per passenger. Bringing a second laptop may incur a tax of up to 19% of its value. ==Connect== Cell phones are the most convenient, and usually most inexpensive, way to talk. Before going to Mexico, call your cell phone provider and verify that you have international roaming enabled (and make sure you know what charges you should expect, for domestic and international voice calls and for data, since you will want to use your maps and Uber apps). You can make international calls free if you have an app like WhatsApp or Telegram and connect to Wi-fi before using it. Data rates can be high for cell phone users, but you can manage them by turning off data in your phone's settings except for when you actively want to use an app. If you're going to be in Mexico for an extended period of time, it might be cheaper to use Mexican carriers, either by buying a SIM card or a cheap throwaway phone. If you have an unlocked GSM phone, you can buy a prepaid SIM card in Mexico. The most expensive provider Telcel provides good coverage throughout the country. A SIM card for the Telcel brand amigo express is for M$29 (Nov 2021) e.g., in an Oxxo store. The first recharge must be at least M$50 (Nov 2021). The offers are amongst others:<br> • M$50: 400MB for 7 days (Nov 2021)<br> • M$100: 1,3GB for 15 days (Nov 2021)<br> You can see all rates and recharge [https://www.telcel.com/personas/telefonia/amigo/paquetes-end/paquetes-amigo-sin-limite here]. Recharging Telcel can be also done in an Oxxo. Cheaper providers unfortunately may not be worth the hassle due to slow internet and unreliable connection. Using a Mexican SIM card is often far cheaper than what hotels will charge you for outgoing calls and incoming calls may be free under certain schemes. Mexico operates on the same GSM frequency as the United States, 1900&nbsp;MHz. There's also 4G LTE, with 5G expected to be deployed in the future. Many of which are the same frequencies as in the US. There is a wireless internet connection in almost every restaurant in the big cities. If you're staying for over a week and don't have an unlocked phone, it might be a good idea to buy a cheap handset and a prepaid card. Some areas have only a few internet cafes; in others, they are plentiful. Most of the internet cafes offer calls to the US for a better rate than a payphone, usually via VoIP. You can call from public phones using ''tarjetas ladatel'' (prepaid telephone cards), bought at magazine stalls. Cards can be purchased in M$30, 50 or 100 denominations. The rate to call the US is roughly equivalent to US$0.50 per minute. Beware these are different than tarjetas ''amigo, viva,'' or ''unefon'' (these are only for cellphones). Ladatel cards are becoming increasingly difficult to find and use because public pay phones are an endangered species. While they worked great in 2002, they're seldom useful in 2022. Cell phones are the way to go today. ==Go next== ===To Belize=== There are bus services available from [[Chetumal]] to [[Belmopan]]. ===To Guatemala=== This route is not used by many and still has a touch of adventure: Over Tenosique, La Palma (near Tenosique), by boat on the river Rio San Pedro to [[El Naranjo]] in [[Guatemala]]. Stay firm when negotiating over the price. Absolutely important: Make sure you get your passport stamped before you leave El Naranjo, or you might catch one of the rare buses back and take a walk through the jungle, as the emigration office is partway up the river between the Mexican border and the village. ===To the United States=== The U.S. generally requires a passport for entry. A few express ID cards and trusted traveler cards are also acceptable. U.S. and Canadian citizens seeking entry or reentry by land or sea may use an Enhanced Driver License in place of a passport. U.S. permanent residents need their permanent resident card and may need the passport from their home country. Foreign nationals entering the United States without a permanent resident stamp, including those on the Visa Waiver Program, typically receive an I-94 Arrival-Departure Record or I-94W Visa Waiver Arrival-Departure Record upon arrival in the United States. So long as the I-94 has not expired, you can use it to re-enter the United States with your passport; however, if you hand it in upon exit, you will need to obtain a new card if your visa allows another entry or, if on the Visa Waiver Program, pay a fee of about US$6 to reenter the United States. Unless you are not going to return to the United States, '''keep your I-94 when leaving the [[United States]]''' or you will have a difficult time getting back in, and if your visa is limited to a certain number of entries, you may need to use another entry. Visa Waiver participants cannot reset the 90-day counter unless they leave North America, so ducking into Mexico will not allow you another 90 days. However, it can be reset by travelling, for example, to any Central American country or to Colombia. {{geo|21|-100|zoom=5}} {{isPartOf|North America}} {{outlinecountry}} k6mlkaefs3s4x421x9p3r6ividzte3y 0 22374 5328348 5328166 2026-08-14T15:37:21Z Mangilobaby 2432955 Added cropped image 5328348 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|South Dakota Glacial Lakes banner.jpg}} '''Miller''' is located in the heart of pheasant country, an hour north of Interstate 90, along Highway 14, also known as the "Black & Yellow Trail" ( the shortest route from [[Chicago]] and [[Minneapolis]] to the [[Black Hills]] and [[Yellowstone National Park]]). Specifically, Miller is at the junction of Highways 14 & 45 North, halfway between the Twin Cities and the [[Sturgis]] Motorcycle Rally. Miller is a bustling, progressive community with agriculture as its economic base. At an elevation of 2,647 the town boasts around 1,500-odd people (some are odder than others). ==Understand== Miller is a city in and the county seat of Hand County, South Dakota, United States. As of the 2020 census, Miller had a population of 1,349. The median age was 51.3 years. 18.7% of residents were under the age of 18 and 30.8% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 93.0 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 90.8 males. The city was named for its founder, Henry Miller. The post office has been in operation since 1881.According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.98 square miles (2.54 km2), all lan Miller was established in the late 19th century during the development of the railway across South Dakota. The city was named after railroad official John E. Miller. . Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, with farms and ranches surrounding the city. Miller also provides services, shops and businesses for residents of Hand County and nearby communities. ==Climate== The city has a typical continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Snow and freezing temperatures are common during winter. ==Culture== Miller was the focal point of a 2002 episode of This American Life discussing a racial incident that occurred in the town. ==Get in== ==Get around== Miller is small and can be explored on foot or by bicycle. {{mapframe|44.5158|-98.9887|zoom=13}} ==See== *{{see | name=Hand County Courthouse and Jail | url= | email= | address=415 W. First Ave., Miller, South Dakota 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Historic Art Deco courthouse and jail complex built in the 1920s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. }} *{{see | name= McWhorter House Museum | url= | email=jansen@millersd.org | address= 426 N Broadway Ave, Miller, SD 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=(605) 853-2213| tollfree= | fax= | hours= Seasonal | price= | content=Historic house and local museum preserving artifacts and stories from Miller and the surrounding Hand County area. }} *{{see | name= Crystal Park| url= | email= | address=W. 7th Street, Miller, SD 57362 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=605-853-2705 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= Daily| price= Free | content=20-acre city park with a pond and fountain, picnic areas, playground, gazebo, camping facilities and winter sledding hills. }} *{{see | name= Miller Municipal Pool | url= | email= millerpool@cityofmiller.com | address= 100 W 2nd Ave, Miller, SD 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= (605) 853-3977| tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local motorsports venue hosting racing events and attracting visitors from the surrounding area. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Dew Drop Inn Motel | url=http://www.dewdropmotel.com {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email= | address=201 W 14th St | lat= | long= | directions=north of Hwy 14 just west of Miller | phone=+1 605-853-2431 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=$48-$118 | content=Locally owned mom-&-pop motel whose slogan is "The Best Rest for Less". Rooms offer queen and double beds. Rooms range from quaint country cottages to over 400-sq-ft handicap-accessible luxury suites. The hotel is pet-friendly and offers at-door parking with plugins, playground & picnic area with grill, truck parking, free Wi-Fi, free local calls, a microwave & fridge in every room, and for pheasant hunters, a bird cleaning station & freezers. Hookups are available for campers. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=US 14.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rapid City]] | minorl1=[[Pierre]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Brookings (South Dakota)|Brookings]] | minorr1=[[Huron (South Dakota)|Huron]] | image2=SD 45.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Ipswich (South Dakota)|Ipswich]] | minorl2=[[Faulkton]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=[[Kimball (South Dakota)|Kimball]] | minorr2=[[Gannvalley]] }} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|44.520000|-98.986389}} {{isPartOf|Glacial Lakes}} oz8gdh486jbde4d05qbk79ag3bx9r5n 5328349 5328348 2026-08-14T15:38:53Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328349 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|US Route 14 South Dakota banner.jpg}} '''Miller''' is located in the heart of pheasant country, an hour north of Interstate 90, along Highway 14, also known as the "Black & Yellow Trail" ( the shortest route from [[Chicago]] and [[Minneapolis]] to the [[Black Hills]] and [[Yellowstone National Park]]). Specifically, Miller is at the junction of Highways 14 & 45 North, halfway between the Twin Cities and the [[Sturgis]] Motorcycle Rally. Miller is a bustling, progressive community with agriculture as its economic base. At an elevation of 2,647 the town boasts around 1,500-odd people (some are odder than others). ==Understand== Miller is a city in and the county seat of Hand County, South Dakota, United States. As of the 2020 census, Miller had a population of 1,349. The median age was 51.3 years. 18.7% of residents were under the age of 18 and 30.8% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 93.0 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 90.8 males. The city was named for its founder, Henry Miller. The post office has been in operation since 1881.According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.98 square miles (2.54 km2), all lan Miller was established in the late 19th century during the development of the railway across South Dakota. The city was named after railroad official John E. Miller. . Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, with farms and ranches surrounding the city. Miller also provides services, shops and businesses for residents of Hand County and nearby communities. ==Climate== The city has a typical continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Snow and freezing temperatures are common during winter. ==Culture== Miller was the focal point of a 2002 episode of This American Life discussing a racial incident that occurred in the town. ==Get in== ==Get around== Miller is small and can be explored on foot or by bicycle. {{mapframe|44.5158|-98.9887|zoom=13}} ==See== *{{see | name=Hand County Courthouse and Jail | url= | email= | address=415 W. First Ave., Miller, South Dakota 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Historic Art Deco courthouse and jail complex built in the 1920s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. }} *{{see | name= McWhorter House Museum | url= | email=jansen@millersd.org | address= 426 N Broadway Ave, Miller, SD 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=(605) 853-2213| tollfree= | fax= | hours= Seasonal | price= | content=Historic house and local museum preserving artifacts and stories from Miller and the surrounding Hand County area. }} *{{see | name= Crystal Park| url= | email= | address=W. 7th Street, Miller, SD 57362 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=605-853-2705 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= Daily| price= Free | content=20-acre city park with a pond and fountain, picnic areas, playground, gazebo, camping facilities and winter sledding hills. }} *{{see | name= Miller Municipal Pool | url= | email= millerpool@cityofmiller.com | address= 100 W 2nd Ave, Miller, SD 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= (605) 853-3977| tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local motorsports venue hosting racing events and attracting visitors from the surrounding area. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Dew Drop Inn Motel | url=http://www.dewdropmotel.com {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email= | address=201 W 14th St | lat= | long= | directions=north of Hwy 14 just west of Miller | phone=+1 605-853-2431 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=$48-$118 | content=Locally owned mom-&-pop motel whose slogan is "The Best Rest for Less". Rooms offer queen and double beds. Rooms range from quaint country cottages to over 400-sq-ft handicap-accessible luxury suites. The hotel is pet-friendly and offers at-door parking with plugins, playground & picnic area with grill, truck parking, free Wi-Fi, free local calls, a microwave & fridge in every room, and for pheasant hunters, a bird cleaning station & freezers. Hookups are available for campers. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=US 14.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rapid City]] | minorl1=[[Pierre]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Brookings (South Dakota)|Brookings]] | minorr1=[[Huron (South Dakota)|Huron]] | image2=SD 45.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Ipswich (South Dakota)|Ipswich]] | minorl2=[[Faulkton]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=[[Kimball (South Dakota)|Kimball]] | minorr2=[[Gannvalley]] }} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|44.520000|-98.986389}} {{isPartOf|Glacial Lakes}} cauxmm5772bu42kszh6uqftsjvb5mg5 5328350 5328349 2026-08-14T15:39:50Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328350 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Great Plains banner.jpg}} '''Miller''' is located in the heart of pheasant country, an hour north of Interstate 90, along Highway 14, also known as the "Black & Yellow Trail" ( the shortest route from [[Chicago]] and [[Minneapolis]] to the [[Black Hills]] and [[Yellowstone National Park]]). Specifically, Miller is at the junction of Highways 14 & 45 North, halfway between the Twin Cities and the [[Sturgis]] Motorcycle Rally. Miller is a bustling, progressive community with agriculture as its economic base. At an elevation of 2,647 the town boasts around 1,500-odd people (some are odder than others). ==Understand== Miller is a city in and the county seat of Hand County, South Dakota, United States. As of the 2020 census, Miller had a population of 1,349. The median age was 51.3 years. 18.7% of residents were under the age of 18 and 30.8% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 93.0 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 90.8 males. The city was named for its founder, Henry Miller. The post office has been in operation since 1881.According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.98 square miles (2.54 km2), all lan Miller was established in the late 19th century during the development of the railway across South Dakota. The city was named after railroad official John E. Miller. . Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, with farms and ranches surrounding the city. Miller also provides services, shops and businesses for residents of Hand County and nearby communities. ==Climate== The city has a typical continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Snow and freezing temperatures are common during winter. ==Culture== Miller was the focal point of a 2002 episode of This American Life discussing a racial incident that occurred in the town. ==Get in== ==Get around== Miller is small and can be explored on foot or by bicycle. {{mapframe|44.5158|-98.9887|zoom=13}} ==See== *{{see | name=Hand County Courthouse and Jail | url= | email= | address=415 W. First Ave., Miller, South Dakota 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Historic Art Deco courthouse and jail complex built in the 1920s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. }} *{{see | name= McWhorter House Museum | url= | email=jansen@millersd.org | address= 426 N Broadway Ave, Miller, SD 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=(605) 853-2213| tollfree= | fax= | hours= Seasonal | price= | content=Historic house and local museum preserving artifacts and stories from Miller and the surrounding Hand County area. }} *{{see | name= Crystal Park| url= | email= | address=W. 7th Street, Miller, SD 57362 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=605-853-2705 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= Daily| price= Free | content=20-acre city park with a pond and fountain, picnic areas, playground, gazebo, camping facilities and winter sledding hills. }} *{{see | name= Miller Municipal Pool | url= | email= millerpool@cityofmiller.com | address= 100 W 2nd Ave, Miller, SD 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= (605) 853-3977| tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local motorsports venue hosting racing events and attracting visitors from the surrounding area. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Dew Drop Inn Motel | url=http://www.dewdropmotel.com {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email= | address=201 W 14th St | lat= | long= | directions=north of Hwy 14 just west of Miller | phone=+1 605-853-2431 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=$48-$118 | content=Locally owned mom-&-pop motel whose slogan is "The Best Rest for Less". Rooms offer queen and double beds. Rooms range from quaint country cottages to over 400-sq-ft handicap-accessible luxury suites. The hotel is pet-friendly and offers at-door parking with plugins, playground & picnic area with grill, truck parking, free Wi-Fi, free local calls, a microwave & fridge in every room, and for pheasant hunters, a bird cleaning station & freezers. Hookups are available for campers. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=US 14.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rapid City]] | minorl1=[[Pierre]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Brookings (South Dakota)|Brookings]] | minorr1=[[Huron (South Dakota)|Huron]] | image2=SD 45.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Ipswich (South Dakota)|Ipswich]] | minorl2=[[Faulkton]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=[[Kimball (South Dakota)|Kimball]] | minorr2=[[Gannvalley]] }} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|44.520000|-98.986389}} {{isPartOf|Glacial Lakes}} 9zgy2ubqg1xh8j0x2l243vxt98524a3 5328352 5328350 2026-08-14T15:40:22Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328352 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Miller''' is located in the heart of pheasant country, an hour north of Interstate 90, along Highway 14, also known as the "Black & Yellow Trail" ( the shortest route from [[Chicago]] and [[Minneapolis]] to the [[Black Hills]] and [[Yellowstone National Park]]). Specifically, Miller is at the junction of Highways 14 & 45 North, halfway between the Twin Cities and the [[Sturgis]] Motorcycle Rally. Miller is a bustling, progressive community with agriculture as its economic base. At an elevation of 2,647 the town boasts around 1,500-odd people (some are odder than others). ==Understand== Miller is a city in and the county seat of Hand County, South Dakota, United States. As of the 2020 census, Miller had a population of 1,349. The median age was 51.3 years. 18.7% of residents were under the age of 18 and 30.8% of residents were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 93.0 males, and for every 100 females age 18 and over there were 90.8 males. The city was named for its founder, Henry Miller. The post office has been in operation since 1881.According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.98 square miles (2.54 km2), all lan Miller was established in the late 19th century during the development of the railway across South Dakota. The city was named after railroad official John E. Miller. . Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, with farms and ranches surrounding the city. Miller also provides services, shops and businesses for residents of Hand County and nearby communities. ==Climate== The city has a typical continental climate, with warm summers and cold winters. Snow and freezing temperatures are common during winter. ==Culture== Miller was the focal point of a 2002 episode of This American Life discussing a racial incident that occurred in the town. ==Get in== ==Get around== Miller is small and can be explored on foot or by bicycle. {{mapframe|44.5158|-98.9887|zoom=13}} ==See== *{{see | name=Hand County Courthouse and Jail | url= | email= | address=415 W. First Ave., Miller, South Dakota 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= Historic Art Deco courthouse and jail complex built in the 1920s and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. }} *{{see | name= McWhorter House Museum | url= | email=jansen@millersd.org | address= 426 N Broadway Ave, Miller, SD 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone=(605) 853-2213| tollfree= | fax= | hours= Seasonal | price= | content=Historic house and local museum preserving artifacts and stories from Miller and the surrounding Hand County area. }} *{{see | name= Crystal Park| url= | email= | address=W. 7th Street, Miller, SD 57362 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=605-853-2705 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= Daily| price= Free | content=20-acre city park with a pond and fountain, picnic areas, playground, gazebo, camping facilities and winter sledding hills. }} *{{see | name= Miller Municipal Pool | url= | email= millerpool@cityofmiller.com | address= 100 W 2nd Ave, Miller, SD 57362| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= (605) 853-3977| tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Local motorsports venue hosting racing events and attracting visitors from the surrounding area. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Dew Drop Inn Motel | url=http://www.dewdropmotel.com {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email= | address=201 W 14th St | lat= | long= | directions=north of Hwy 14 just west of Miller | phone=+1 605-853-2431 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=$48-$118 | content=Locally owned mom-&-pop motel whose slogan is "The Best Rest for Less". Rooms offer queen and double beds. Rooms range from quaint country cottages to over 400-sq-ft handicap-accessible luxury suites. The hotel is pet-friendly and offers at-door parking with plugins, playground & picnic area with grill, truck parking, free Wi-Fi, free local calls, a microwave & fridge in every room, and for pheasant hunters, a bird cleaning station & freezers. Hookups are available for campers. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=US 14.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Rapid City]] | minorl1=[[Pierre]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Brookings (South Dakota)|Brookings]] | minorr1=[[Huron (South Dakota)|Huron]] | image2=SD 45.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Ipswich (South Dakota)|Ipswich]] | minorl2=[[Faulkton]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=[[Kimball (South Dakota)|Kimball]] | minorr2=[[Gannvalley]] }} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|44.520000|-98.986389}} {{isPartOf|Glacial Lakes}} d523592xhibbmoorelya30ugsl6l754 0 22822 5328445 5322384 2026-08-14T17:36:28Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* North (and west) of el Centro */ Added listing for La Siberia 5328445 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Outer Monterrey Monterrey airport.jpg}} '''Outer Monterrey''' refers to the parts of the city of [[Monterrey]] beyond the [[Monterrey/Centro|Centro]] district. This is a very large area and includes areas north and west of el Centro (including Cumbres and Anahuac) and areas to the south and east of el Centro (including Tecnologico and Contry). ==Get in== ''See the main article for details about getting to [[Monterrey#Get in|Monterrey]].'' {{mapframe}} ===By bus=== The main bus station for all of Monterrey is in [[Monterrey/Centro]], but some bus companies also operate secondary company-specific bus terminals in ''Colonia Roma'', along Avenida Garza Sada. Travellers arriving in Monterrey from destinations along the Gulf of Mexico coast, including [[Ciudad Victoria]], [[Tampico]], and [[Veracruz]] may find these stations more convenient, particularly for hotels and other places to the south of Centro, including the Tec campus and neighborhoods in Guadalupe. All buses arriving and departing here travel via the Central de Autobuses, so be aware that even though you buy a ticket here, the buses sometimes arrive completely full. Also, there is a limited number of destinations served from this side of town (only buses traveling a specific highway will pass along Av. Garza Sada). * {{go | name=Transpais | url=https://transpais.com.mx | address=Av. Eugenio Garza Sada Sur 2300, Roma | lat=25.65673451431701 | long=-100.29603969382397 | phone=+52 834 116 1101 | hours= | content=Modern, clean facility with buses going to [[Linares]], [[Tampico]] and other southeast destinations. }} * {{go | name=Senda | url=https://gruposenda.com/ | address=Av. Eugenio Garza Sada 2202, Roma | lat=25.65828186716569 | long=-100.29509555628435 | phone=+52 800 881 8181 | hours= | content=Small, modern bus terminal with limited space in the waiting area but clean bathrooms. }} ===By metro=== [[File:Cuahtemoc Station Monterrey Metro.jpg|thumb|Cuahtemoc Station in Monterrey, Metrorrey Line 1 and Line 2]] Monterrey's Metrorrey transit system has 3 rail lines with a total of 40 stations, about 10 of which are in the Outer Monterrey area as defined by Wikivoyage. These include several stations on Line 1 (Yellow) of interest to travelers, including '''Central''' (the city's main bus station) and '''Cuahtemoc''' (a busy central station with transfers to Line 2). Metro is also good for getting to destinations in [[Monterrey/Centro]] and for those in the [[Monterrey/Eastern suburbs]] of San Nicolas and Guadalupe. ==Get around== In addition to city buses, taxis, and rideshares (see [[Monterrey#Get around|Monterrey]]), the Tec campus (ITESM) operates its own bus service, called ''Expreso Tec'', between the main campus in Colonia Tecnologico (south of downtown/centro) and most residential areas throughout the Monterrey metropolitan area. The service includes nine regular routes that operate all year, and additional routes that operate limited schedules during the semester. The service is for Tec students, staff, and affiliates, but if you are coming to Monterrey for academic purposes, that might be you. A bus pass costs about M$4000 per semester. * {{go | name=Expreso Tec | alt= | url=https://movilidadmty.tec.mx/es/expresotec | email= | address=Avenida Junco de La Vega 2523 | lat=25.65419 | long=-100.29034 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-03-30 | content= }} ==See== ===North of el Centro=== * {{see | name=Cerveceria Cuahtemoc | alt= | url=http://www.ccm.com.mx/ | email= | address=Av. Alfonso Reyes #2202 Nte | lat=25.693984 | long=-100.317297 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8328 5355 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Monterrey is a historic beer brewing center, whose beers are household names around the world. The historic 19th-century brewery is now used primarily for offices, with actual production happening in the modern plant across Avenida Cuahtemoc. Their outdoor beer garden is open daily to welcome visitors to sit down under the towering oak trees while enjoying free samples of Carta Blanca, Dos Equis, Bohemia, Sol, or one of the other beers brewed here. Tours of the brewery are available only by advance appointment. }} [[File:Puente Monterrey, Nuevo León.jpg|thumb|Puente Atirantado]] * {{see | name=Museo del Vidrio | alt= | url=http://www.museodelvidrio.com/ | email= | address=Esq. Ignacio Zaragoza Magallanes 517 | lat=25.687191 | long= -100.307872 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8863 1052 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Inside a bustling commercial glass works is a fascinating museum that features stunningly beautiful works of hand-spun glass. Some craft glass pieces are also for sale in the gift shop. }} * {{see | name=Obispado | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Fray Rafael Verger, Colonia Obispado | lat=25.676469 | long=-100.346510 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Historical site, originally home of the Bishop de Monterrey, with excellent views of the city. Home to a small regional history museum with a clerical bent. The Obispado can be easily spotted by virtue of its enormous Mexican flag, flying proudly beside it. The neighborhood over and around the hill (Colonia Obispado) used to be home of the local high-class, and if you wander through it, you may spot some old mansions and colonial era houses. It's a steep 25 minute walk from the nearest bus stop to the top: Uber might be a better way to get there. }} * {{see | name=Puente Atirantado | alt=Puente de la Unidad | address=Blvd. Rogelio Cantú Gómez | lat=25.670545860392913 | long=-100.38026875577339 | content=Visually stunning cable-stayed bridge designed by architect Óscar Bulnes and built in 2003. The bridge has become extremely popular with local shutterbugs as a selfie spot for their Instagram snaps. }} * {{see | name=Antigua Estacion Del Golfo | alt=Old Railway Station, Casa de la Cultura | url=https://conarte.org.mx/casa-de-la-cultura-de-nuevo-leon/ | email= | address=Av. Cristobal Colon 400 Ote, Centro | lat=25.6855 | long=-100.3098 | directions=ride Metro to Golfo | phone=+52 81 83743035 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10:00 - 20:00, closed Su | price=Free | lastedit=2025-05-17 | content=Century old train station houses a railroad museum (naturally) as well as a library and offices of the Cultural Ministry. An old wooden caboose is the coolest exhibit, and visitors can enter the caboose and see how train crews would have lived while riding the rails. The railroad exhibit contains numerous exhibits including tools, signals, uniforms, and equipment used to maintain the railway. }} * {{see | name=Torre Obispado | alt=T.Op Torre | url= | email= | address=Constitucion 2200, Obispado | lat=25.671408 | long=-100.346537 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-03-09 | content=At 305 meters, the tower is the tallest skyscraper in Latin America. The tower will lose its title soon because a neighboring skyscraper project called Torre Rise will surpass it with a planned 484 meter height. Unfortunately, Torre Obispado does not have a public observation deck. }} ===South of El Centro=== * {{see | name=Skyspace | alt=Espiritu de Luz Skyspace | url=https://turrellmonterrey.tec.mx/ | email= | address=Parque Central, Av. Junco de la Vega, Tecnologico | lat=25.651876 | long=-100.286970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily at sunset | price=Free | lastedit=2025-05-15 | content=Contemporary artist James Turrell has created a series of "light sculptures" called "Skyspaces" in various cities. In Monterrey, Turrell's [[Sculpture|light sculpture]] is on the grounds of Tecnologico de Monterrey. Come at sunset and sit quietly as the sun sets, spilling rays of golden and red light across the concrete and stone surfaces. Occasionally musical accompaniment is provided. Attendance at the sunset events is free, but requires registration via the web site which assigns a timed entry. Visitors are requested to maintain silence and refrain from eating, drinking, smoking or doing anything to disturb their fellow peace-loving observers. }} ==Do== [[File:EstadioUniversitario UANL.jpg|thumb|Estadio Universitario is home field for the Autenticos Tigres UANL]] ===North of El Centro=== * {{do | name=Palacio Sultanes | alt=Estadio Mobil Super, Walmart Park, Estadio de Beisbol | url=http://www.sultanes.com.mx/ | email= | address=Av. Manuel Barragán S/N, Niños Héroes, Regina | lat=25.721365 | long=-100.309231 | directions= | phone=+52 81 2270 2000 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Modern baseball stadium that is home of the ''Sultanes'' de Monterrey, the local Mexican League hometown favorites. The Sultanes also field a team in the Pacific League, which is a winter league, so you can catch a game throughout much of the year. Built in 1990 to seat over 40,000 the stadium is today configured for a crowd of about 21,000. It also hosts large concert events under the never commonly used venue name "Walmart Park". }} * {{do | name=Estadio Universitario | alt=University Stadium | url=https://www.tigres.com.mx/el-club/instalaciones/estadio-universitario/ | email= | address=Niños Héroes s/n, Ciudad Universitaria | lat=25.722771 | long=-100.311561 | directions=metrorrey to Niños Héroes station | phone=+52 81 8158 6450 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-04-07 | content=Home of the UANL Tigres, a top-tier professional soccer team playing in the Liga MX. Known locally as ''El Volcan'', the stadium was built in 1967 and seats about 41,000 fans (originally 52,000). A new stadium is under construction, also on the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL) campus. }} * {{do | name=Arena Monterrey | alt= | url=https://arenamonterrey.com/ | email= | address=Ave. Madero 2500 Oriente | lat=25.68093 | long=-100.28827 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=Large, modern indoor arena that serves as a venue for shows and exhibitions, concerts, and indoor sports such as arena football and indoor soccer. It occasionally hosts [[Bullfighting]]. }} [[Image:MTY_Fundidores7.jpg|thumb|200px|Parque Fundidora is excellent for walking, jogging, rollerblading, or bicycling.]] * {{do | name=UANL Teatro Universitario | alt=Orquesta Sinfonica UANL | url=https://orquestasinfonica.uanl.mx/contacto/ | address=Praga y, Trieste s/n, Las Torres | lat=25.6141 | long=-100.2806 | phone=+52 81 1340-4760 | price=M$200 | lastedit=2025-05-17 | content=The UANL Symphonic Orchestra has been performing since 1960. They are the premier classical music performances in Nuevo Leon. They host 3 separate seasons of concerts (each about 2 months in length) at their concert hall at the UANL campus. They also perform at the Teatro de la Ciudad en [[Monterrey/Centro]]. }} ===South of El Centro=== *{{do | name=La Estanzuela | alt= | url=http://www.nl.gob.mx/?P=t_turismo_div_ecotur_fauna_estanzuela | email= | address=Camino, Antiguo Camino a Valle Alto S/N, La Estanzuela | lat=25.550020 | long=-100.270664 | directions=Located southeast of Monterrey on National Highway 85 | phone=+52 81 2020-4718 | tollfree= | hours=W-Su 08:00-17:30 | price=MX$5 | content=A large park within the [[Cumbres de Monterrey National Park]]. Known for rock climbing, rappelling, and beautiful (steep) hikes. }} ==Buy== ===North (and west) of el Centro=== * {{buy | name=Galerias Monterrey | alt= | url=https://www.galerias.com/GaleriasMonterrey | email= | address=Av. Insurgentes 2500, Col. Vista Hermosa | lat=25.681389 | long=-100.362387 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11:00-21:00 | price= | wikidata=Q5518468 | lastedit=2022-10-16 | content=Large, modern mall in the heart of Monterrey. }} ===South (and east) of el Centro=== *{{buy | name=Galerías Valle Oriente | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/GaleriasValleOriente | email= | address=Lázaro Cárdenas 1000, Valle del Mirador | lat=25.6383 | long=-100.31505 | directions=Rio Nazas | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5518469 | content=A huge mall with many different stores and a large foodcourt. See the website for a complete listing. On the North side of the mall is a large Cinepolis movie theater including some "VIP" theaters (triple the price with large comfy seats and waiters). }} * {{buy | name=Esfera Monterrey | alt= | url= | email= | address=Av. la Rioja 245, Residencial la Rioja, Monterrey | lat=25.578209 | long=-100.239039 | directions=Carreterra Nacional (MEX 85), south | phone=+52 8121340200 | tollfree= | hours=11ː00 - 21ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-13 | content=Large modern mall anchored by Liverpool, Cinepolis theatres. South end of Monterrey near La Estanzuela. }} * {{buy | name=Plaza Nuevo Sur | alt= | url=https://nuevosurcentrocomercial.com/ | email= | address=Av. Revolucion 2703 | lat=25.660069 | long=-100.277124 | directions=east of Tecnologico | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00 - 23:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-06-30 | content=Modern 2-story shopping plaza with many shops, restaurants, a hotel and a Cinepolis movie theatre. }} ==Eat== ===North (and west) of el Centro=== * {{eat | name=El Gran Pastor | alt= | url=https://m.facebook.com/GranPastor/ | email= | address=Av. Gonzalitos 702 Sur | lat=25.676863 | long=-100.35277 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8129 4453 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 07:00 - 23:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-07-28 | content=Norteño cuisine. This is one of the better known places to try ''cabrito al pastor''. }} * {{eat | name=Mon Paris | alt= | url=https://www.monparis.mx/ | email= | address=Av. Anillo Periferico 1300, San Jéronimo | lat=25.686822 | long=-100.375804 | directions=in Plaza Platino | phone=+52 81 81 43 91 90 | tollfree= | hours=08:30 - 23:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-15 | content=French-inspired coffee shop known for its crepes. (There is another location nearby in Cumbres.) }} * {{eat | name=Parrillada Cumbres | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cristóbal Guerra 700, Cumbres 5o. Sector | lat=25.722915 | long=-100.392865 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8310 3519 | tollfree= | hours=12ː00 - 01ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=Popular restaurant serving northern Mexican grilled meats. Steaks, arracherra, huaraches and big drinks. Outdoor seating area. }} * {{eat | name=La Nacional | alt= | url=http://www.lanacional.mx/ | email= | address=Av San Jerónimo 1106, Miravalle | lat=25.674838 | long=-100.365142 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8347 9205 | tollfree= | hours=13ː00 - 01ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=High end steakhouse with other grilled meats. A Monterrey tradition with several locations. }} * {{eat | name=Los Legendarios Carnes el Carbon | alt= | url=https://loslegendarios.mx/ | email= | address=Av Raúl Rangel Frías 470, Burócratas | lat=25.713916 | long=-100.359305 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8371 4590 | tollfree= | hours=12ː00 - 23ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=As the name says, they specialize in charcoal-grilled meats. Very popular and very Mexican. The arracheras are always excellent and the frijoles charros are some of the tastiest in the city. }} * {{eat | name=Nomada XXI | alt= | url=https://www.nomadaxxi.com/ | email= | address=Blvd. Rogelio Cantú Gómez 1000, Las Lajas, Colinas de San Jerónimo | lat=25.697721 | long=-100.379069 | directions= | phone=+52 81 2472 5216 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:00 - 00:00 | price=M$350 | lastedit=2024-07-28 | content=Upscale temple to meats, they serve steaks, ribs, barbecue, and burgers. Innovative dishes and you can try a sampler of different meats. Outstanding bar with a wide variety of local artesanal craft beers including their own house brand. Wide selection of artesanal mezcals as well. }} * {{eat | name=La Siberia | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Colegio Civil 1029 | lat=25.684724 | long=-100.314106 | directions= | phone=+52 818 375 0369 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 07ː30 - 20ː00 | price=M$150 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Iconic traditional taqueria with a short simple menu of tostadas and caldo at affordable prices. Fast, sometimes abrupt service with good quality and well-maintained, clean facilities. Great choice for cheap eats. }} ===South (and east) of el Centro=== * {{eat | name=Las Pampas | alt= | url=http://www.laspampas.com.mx/ | email= | address=Av. Eugenio Garza Sada 2401, Col. Tecnologico | lat=25.655165 | long=-100.293485 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8358-2127 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Argentinian beef. }} * {{eat | name=Tacos Fenix | alt= | address=Calle Filosofos 203, Col. Tecnologico | lat=25.6475560473166 | long=-100.29096479588168 | directions= | phone= | url= | hours=24 hours | price= | content=Clean, modern diner atmosphere serving up good, cheap tacos 24-hours per day. A location close to the TEC campus assures its popularity when late night munchies strike. }} * {{eat | name=Frida Chilaquiles Contry | alt= | url=http://fridachilaquiles.com | email= | address=Av. Eugenio Garza Sada Sur 2408, Col. Tecnologico | lat=25.653419 | long=-100.294327 | directions= | phone=+52 81 2169 2201 | tollfree= | hours=08:00 - 16:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-13 | content=Fun breakfast/brunch place, bright and colorful decor. }} * {{eat | name=Santa Barbara | alt= | url=https://santabarbaragrill.com/ | email= | address=Av Lázaro Cárdenas 3820, Las Torres | lat=25.622195 | long=-100.286489 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8478 7809 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:00 - 00:00 | price=M$250 | lastedit=2024-07-29 | content=Traditional Mexican restaurant serving regional northern cuisine like arracherra and other grilled meats. Generous portions. Valet parking available. }} ==Drink== [[File:Cerveceria fausto Monterrey July 2026.jpg|thumb|Cerveceria Fausto]] * {{drink | name=Unicornio Azul | alt= | url=https://elunicornioazul.com/ | email= | address=Paseo de los Leones #2329, Cumbres (Sector 2) | lat=25.711851 | long=-100.372742 | directions= | phone=+52 818 300-1140 | tollfree= | hours=20:30 - 02:00, Thursday through Saturday | price= | lastedit=2023-04-27 | content=Monterrey's most popular comedy club. Draws well-known comedians featured on TV (and Netflix) like Franco Escamilla and has a regular lineup of local professional comedians. Occasional Open Mic nights for budding comedians. Light bar fare (wings, fries, tacos). }} * {{drink | name=Bar Coleman | alt= | url= | email= | address=Las Diligencias | lat=25.566680 | long=-100.236025 | directions=Agora El Vergel | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=M$400 | lastedit=2026-02-15 | content=Upscale speakeasy-style cocktail bar with an intimate and elegant atmosphere known for its creative bartenders who are always coming up with something tasty. 28 Artesanal mezcals (and their mescalines are excellent). Bistro style menu offers contemporary cuisine. }} * {{drink | name=Cerveceria Fausto | alt= | url=http://cerveceriafausto.com.mx/ | email= | address=Jordan 1144, Mitras | lat=25.688021747153837 | long=-100.34019769163689 | directions=Metro to Edison station, then walk 2 blocks | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 13:00 to 23:00 but only sells beer after 16:00 | price=M$100 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-15 | content=Microbrewery with a large open beer garden serving tacos, grilled meats and of course, a range of house-brewed ales including the aggressively hopped "Hopzilla" IPA. }} ==Sleep== ===Galerias and San Jeronimo: West of el Centro=== * {{sleep | name=Four Points by Sheraton Galerias Monterrey | alt= | url=https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mtyfp-four-points-galerias-monterrey/ | email= | address=Av. Insurgentes 3961 | lat=25.6832671 | long=-100.3574405 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8389-1600 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=New, corporate-style hotel next to the Galerias Monterrey shopping mall. Somewhat small pool. Spacious, clean, very modern rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Hilton Garden Inn Obispado | url= | address=Boulevard Antonio L. Rodríguez, Priv. Sta. María 1880 | lat=25.672653369688376 | long=-100.3458921767059 | phone= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=M$2700 | content=Modern hotel that is one of the city's landmarks of contemporary architecture with its slim, high-rise design. Very comfortable, well-furnished rooms. On-site restaurant, gym, swimming pool, parking garage. Breakfast buffet available. }} * {{sleep | name=Krystal Urban San Jeronimo | url= | address=Av San Jerónimo 1012, San Jeronimo | lat=25.67027851043881 | long=-100.37615239714002 | phone=+52 818 122 8000 | checkin=03:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=M$1600 | content=Modern hotel with spacious well-furnished rooms. On-site restaurant serves a breakfast buffet that can be included with room rate for reasonable price. On-site laundry is mismanaged and generally unusable by travelers. }} ===Tecnologico: South (and east) of el Centro=== * {{sleep | name=Fiesta Inn Monterrey Tecnologico | alt= | url=https://www.fiestainn.com/fiesta-inn-monterrey-tecnologico | email= | address=Av. Eugene Garza Sada 2411 | lat=25.623438873458955 | long=-100.27327849329433 | directions= | phone=+52 81 1677 0200 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=201-room hotel in modern tower next door to campus. Onsite gym and small outdoor pool. }} * {{sleep | name=One Monterrey Tecnologico | alt= | url=https://www.onehoteles.com/one-monterrey-tecnologico | email= | address=Av. Eugenio Garza Sada 2408 | lat=25.653745178287426 | long=-100.29375173852779 | directions= | phone=+52 81 2525 0070 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Budget chain hotel, clean, modern rooms. Free breakfast. Close to Tec campus. }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express Tecnologico Monterrey | alt= | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/monterrey/mtyeg/hoteldetail | email= | address=Av. Eugenio Garza Sada 3680 | lat=25.636860 | long=-100.283462 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8329 6000 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Modern, clean property. Gym and pool onsite. Free breakfast. Free parking. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Boutique de Firma | alt= | url=https://www.hoteldefirma.com/ | email= | address=Av. Revolución 312, Col. Buenos Aires | lat=25.667742 | long=-100.284254 | directions= | phone=+52 81 1405 6117 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Small, independent hotel in the northern part of this district, close to Parque Fundidora. With 21 rooms, modern decor, and low prices. }} * {{sleep | name=Econosuites Monterrey | alt= | url= | email= | address=Av Revolucion 1060 Sur, Contry | lat=25.628122 | long=-100.272762 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8349 3681 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Barebones no-frills motel, very low rates. }} ==Connect== See the [[Monterrey#Connect|main article]]. ==Go next== If you're in the southern part of Monterrey, you're already well on your way to the nearby town of '''[[Santiago (Nuevo León)|Santiago]]''', which has been designated by the Mexican government as a "Pueblo Magico". Santiago is about 32 km southeast of Monterrey on Carreterra Nacional (MEX 85). It is a popular weekend destination for people in the city. The town sits atop a hill above the highway and has a pleasant zocalo with an old church and an excellent restaurant called Las Palomas. Shop the myriad vendors along the Carreterra for a uniquely regional shopping experience, visit the Cascadas Cola de Caballo (Horsetail Falls), do a caving trip (maybe even visit the "Bat Cave" (Cueva de Murcielagos) where millions of bats fly out of their cave at dusk), or maybe kayak on the Presa de Boca. There are also myriad opportunities for outdoor adventures into the adjacent Parque Nacional Cumbres de Monterrey (everything from extreme canyoneering to backcountry horseback rides). Further south are the [[Pueblos Mágicos]] of [[Linares]] and [[Montemorelos]]. {{usabledistrict}} {{IsPartOf|Monterrey}} {{geo|25.697|-100.303}} fhc6q4mvbbl8p3446utbvsovx7cwzg9 0 22825 5328402 5311146 2026-08-14T16:54:39Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* Event Spaces */ 5328402 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Monterrey Centro Macroplaza.jpg|pgname=Centro}} '''Centro''' is the central downtown area of [[Monterrey]]. It includes popular tourist areas like the Macroplaza and Barrio Antiguo. For the purposes of this district article, it is bounded by Ruiz Cortines on the north, Churubusco on the east, Carranza on the west, and the Santa Catarina River to the south. [[File:Paseo Santa Lucia at Fundidora.jpg|thumb|Paseo Santa Lucia passing below Avenida Fundidora and the Santa Lucia Metro station]] ==Understand== El Centro is the traditional downtown area of Monterrey. It is home to most state and local government facilities as well as most of the Monterrey area's significant tourist attractions (museums, monuments, and historical sites). Although new shopping malls in the San Pedro area have become retail magnets, the traditional shopping area of Monterrey is downtown, particularly along Padre Mier, where department stores like Sears and Nuevo Mundo remain popular Many major hotels are in el Centro, with the Barrio Antiguo providing some good hostels for budget travelers seeking rooms with local color and flavor. ==Get in== See the main article for a more detailed discussion of urban transportation in the [[Monterrey#Get in|Monterrey]] area. ===By metro=== Use Metrorrey Line 2 or 3 to get to el Centro. Zaragoza is the best stop for travelers going to see the sights around the Macroplaza or the Barrio Antiguo, (though Padre Mier may be more convenient for Zona Rosa shopping). The entrance to the Zaragoza station is on the Macroplaza on Padre Meir, in between Zaragoza and Zuazua. Santa Lucia (line 3), Y Griega (line 1), and Parque Fundidora (line 2) are the best stops for attractions in Parque Fundidora. The Parque Fundidora station is 2 blocks walk from Arena Monterrey or 4 blocks to park entrance 4, close to many of the park's main attractions. The Santa Lucia station is convenient to the southwest end of park, near the Baseball Hall of Fame (from the Santa Lucia station, walk 50m north on Av. Gomez, then turn right on Gregorio Torres and walk about 250m. Enter the park through the parking garage for the Baseball Hall of Fame (the guards will point you to the elevators that will take you up to park level). ==Get around== Walking is the best way to get around the downtown area, and several pedestrian-only options make el Centro increasingly enjoyable for walking. The Macroplaza is criss-crossed with sidewalks, Calle Morelos is closed to vehicle traffic, and the Paseo Santa Lucia offers quiet, safe walkways beside the waterway from the Museo de la Historia Mexicana all the way to Parque Fundidora. Taxis and buses are plentiful and are good options for getting out of the Macroplaza area. See the main article about [[Monterrey#Get around|Monterrey]] for details. {{mapframe|25.667|-100.309|zoom=15}} ==See== [[Image:Mty_catedral6.JPG|thumb|250px|Monterrey Cathedral]] [[Image:Mty_macroplaza2.JPG|thumb|250px|Neptune fountain at the Macroplaza in Monterrey.]] * {{see | name=Faro Comercial | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=25.666298 | long=-100.310194 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5436075 | content=The bright orange obelisk is a monument to Monterrey's business orientation. At night, laser beacons light the sky. }} * {{see | name=Museo Arte Contemporaneo (MARCO) | alt= | url=http://www.marco.org.mx/ | email= | address=Calle Zuazua y Jardón | lat=25.66499 | long=-100.310036 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8262 4500 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Zuazua at Jardón. Monterrey's large, modern forum for [[Modern and contemporary art|contemporary arts]] is an architecturally stunning showpiece that features a fascinating collection of modern Latino artists. Frequently changing special expositions mean the museum is never the same tour twice. Includes a small outdoor [[Sculpture|sculpture garden]]. }} * {{see | name=Monterrey Cathedral | alt=Catedral Metropolitana de Nuestra Señora de Monterrey | url=https://www.arquidiocesismty.org/ | email=contacto@arquidiocesismty.org | address=Juan Zuazua 1100 Sur | lat=25.665621 | long=-100.31002 | directions= | phone=+52 81 1158 2450 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-04-15 | content=Monterrey's cathedral is one of the few colonial-style landmarks in the city. Younger and less elaborate than the cathedrals of Central Mexican cities, it is nonetheless a beautiful church worth seeking out, especially for a Sunday mass. }} * {{see | name=Mexican History Museum | alt=Museo de Historia Mexicana | url=http://www.museohistoriamexicana.org.mx/ | email= | address=Doctor José Ma. Coss 445 Sur | lat=25.671577 | long=-100.306627 | directions= | phone=+52 81 2033 9898 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3329683 | content=Large, modern museum chronicling the history of Mexico, from pre-Colombian civilizations like the Maya and Aztec, through the colonial period, the revolution, and the modern industrial age. }} * {{see | name=Museum of the Northeast | alt=Museo del Noreste, MUNE | url= | email= | address=Calle Diego de Montemayor 444 | lat=25.670762 | long=-100.306755 | directions= | phone=+52 81 2033 9898 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00-18:00, closed Monday | price= | content=A regional history museum focusing on the role of the north in Mexico's long and fascinating history. Special exhibits of global interest are also featured. }} * {{see | name=Museo Metropolitano | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=25.666289 | long=-100.311323 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8344 1971 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The old city hall has been transformed into a delightful, low-key museum. The ground floor features some permanent historical exhibits, but the upper level is usually dedicated to showcasing emerging local artists. }} * {{see | name=Palacio del Gobierno | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=25.67288 | long=-100.30898 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Palacio de Gobierno (Nuevo_León) | wikidata=Q7126312 | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Government functions have been moved out of the original Nuevo Leon State House, and in their place is an impressive new museum that showcases the political history of Nuevo Leon. Although foreign tourists will likely find little value to some of the exhibits, the architecture of the place is fascinating and the restoration work first rate. At least walk in to admire the courtyards and the collection of stained glass windows memorializing Mexican heroes. }} * {{see | name=Teatro de la Ciudad | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Mariano Matamoros 732 | lat=25.669036 | long=-100.309055 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located on the Macroplaza, the Teatro la Cuidad is a thoroughly modern venue for live theater, classical music, and the performing arts. }} * {{see | name=Parroquia Sagrado Corazon | alt= | url=https://www.sagradocorazonmty.org/ | email= | address=5 de Mayo 545 Ote., Centro | lat=25.673537 | long=-100.309441 | directions=Corner of 5 de Mayo and Zaragoza, behind the Palacio de Gobierno | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-13:00, 15:00-20:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Monterrey is unusual among Mexican cities in that it has few stunning, huge, colonial era churches. Most date from the 20th century and have little scenic or historic value. Parroquia Sagrado Corazon is interesting in that it dates from the late 19th century and retains the colonial architecture and style of Mexico's historic churches, but with some of the smooth textures and brighter colors that would mark architecture of the era. Be aware that this is an active church, and while visitors are welcome, worship services may be taking place (particularly on Sunday). }} * {{see | name=Templo Expiatorio de San Luis Gonzalez | alt= | url= | email= | address=Hidalgo 280, Centro | lat=25.667734 | long=-100.318493 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-22 | content=Neogothic church dating from 1898. First church to be built entirely of concrete and cement. (No stones, no wood). }} * {{see | name=Antiguo Palacio Federal | alt=Palacio Correos, LABNL | url= | email= | address=Calle Washington 648 | lat=25.673865 | long=-100.309132 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=W-F 14:00-21:00, Sa 11:00-19:00, closed M-Tu | price=Free | lastedit=2024-09-18 | content=Monterrey's old federal building was designed by architect Augusto Petriccioli and built between 1928 and 1929. Its distinctive [[Art Deco architecture|art deco style]] is one of the few examples of the period remaining in the city. The building was extensively renovated and re-opened as LABNL, a novel workshop for progressive civic projects. The building is known for its frieze on the front facade and for an observation tower that visitors can enter (free of charge). }} ===Parque Fundidora=== Steel was one of the pillars of Monterrey's industrial expansion of the 20th century and the biggest player was ''Compañía Fundidora de Fierro y Acero de Monterrey'', which began in 1900 and would grow to become the largest steel foundry in Latin America before its eventual bankruptcy in 1986. When the steel mills closed, the federal and state governments took control of the land, intending to re-purpose it as a public green space that would serve as an "industrial archaeology museum". The result is Parque Fundidora, a large urban park that covers more than 200 hectares and includes numerous former industrial facilities that now house museums, event venues, recreational facilities, and cultural spaces. The park is accessible by public transit. Use Metrorrey to Y-Griega or Parque Fundidora stations. (You could also use the Santa Lucia station if entering the park near the Baseball Hall of Fame.) ====Museums==== [[File:MTYbaseballHallFame.jpg|thumb|In the Mexican Baseball Hall of Fame]] * {{see | name=Museo Acero horno3 | alt= | url=https://www.horno3.org/ | email= | address=Av. Fundidora | lat=25.676305985687538 | long=-100.28250938488024 | directions= | phone=+52 81 3158 6555 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 11:00 - 18:00, closed M | price=M$200 (general admission, discounts for children and students) | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=Located inside the enormous blast furnace, the museum has science and technology exhibits with a focus on engineering skills. A full-service restaurant called ''El Lingote'' is on the upper level. }} * {{see | name=Mexican Baseball Hall of Fame | alt=Salon de la Fama del Beisbol | url=http://www.salondelafama.com.mx/ | email= | address=San Gregorio Torres, Centro | lat=25.67298 | long=-100.295005 | directions=in Parque Fundidora | phone=+52 8328 5746 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5391561 | lastedit=2022-11-16 | content=The Mexican Baseball Hall of Fame expanded into a major new museum (new as of 2022) located in the heart of Parque Fundidora. Stop in and see the players who've made it big, not just in Mexico, but in U.S. major league teams as well. An entertaining and enlightening museum for any true sports fan. The gift shop sells baseball memorabilia. The new museum includes an on-site restaurant. }} [[File:Hands-Museo Papalote Monterrey.jpg|thumb|Handprinted wall at Papalote Childrens Museum]] * {{see | name=Papalote Childrens Museum | alt=Papalote Museo del Niño | url=http://papalotemty.org.mx/ | email= | address=Av. Fundidora | lat=25.677127884473983 | long=-100.28450494805831 | directions= | phone=+52 81 1642 3161 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00 - 18:00, closed M | price=M$280 (admission only; IMAX or other activities are extra) | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=Childrens activities and learning experiences with an emphasis on hands-on activities. }} * {{see | name=Muscera | alt=Wax Museum | url=http://museodeceramonterrey.com/ | email= | address=Av. Fundidora | lat=25.677065326175555 | long=-100.28392294751876 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10:00 - 20:30 | price=M$100 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=Classic wax museum with figures of political, historic, and popular entertainment personalities. Includes famous Mexican presidents like Benito Juarez as well as pop music stars like Michael Jackson or Juan Gabriel. }} * {{see | name=Centro de Las Artes | alt= | url=http://www.parquefundidora.org/ | email= | address=Av. Fundidora | lat=25.677703502825295 | long=-100.28368691314368 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8126 8500 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00 - 20:00, closed M | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=Art gallery displaying photographic works as well as drawings and paintings by contemporary artists. }} ====Event Spaces==== [[File:Arena Mty 1.jpg|thumb|Arena Monterrey]] In addition to the indoor event venues listed here, there are outdoor amphitheatres and open grassy areas that are often used for seasonal events like the Christmas festival (''Luztopia'') and huge music festivals like ''Pa'l Norte'' and ''Machaca Fest''. * {{do | name=Cintermex | alt= | url=http://www.cintermex.com/ | email= | address=Av. Fundidora | lat=25.678472407912494 | long=-100.28804222820115 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-04-25 | content=Monterrey's primary venue for industrial and commercial trade shows and conventions. }} * {{do | name=Arena Monterrey | alt= | url=https://www.arenamonterrey.com/ | email= | address=Av. Francisco Madero | lat=25.681276458841133 | long=-100.2883211779171 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-04-25 | content=Large modern arena seating 18,000 fans for indoor sports such as basketball and indoor soccer, as well as major pop music concerts and family shows. }} * {{do | name=Auditorio Citibanamex | alt= | url=http://www.auditoriocitibanamex.com.mx/ | email= | address=Priv. Fundidora | lat=25.677924 | long=-100.280869 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-25 | content=Indoor concert hall hosting popular music performers. Seats about 8,000. }} ====Recreational facilities==== * {{do | name=Expedicion Amazonia | alt= | url=https://parqueamazonia.com/ | email= | address=Av. Fundidora | lat=25.675474901092254 | long=-100.28663674909774 | directions= | phone=+52 81 1578 8273 | tollfree= | hours=10:30 - 20:30 | price=M$190 (adults) | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-04-25 | content=Two animal attractions: lorakeets (which you can feed) and lemurs (who like to move it, move it). Rides include zip lines (tirolesa) and Xtreme bikes. }} * {{do | name=Ice Skating Rink | alt=Pista de Hielo | url=http://www.pistadehielofundidora.com/ | email= | address=Av. Fundidora | lat=25.67862711578651 | long=-100.28249541841205 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8191 8000 | tollfree= | hours=Erratic hours, but generally includes 17:00 - 21:00 | price=M$120+ | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-04-27 | content=Indoor ice skating rink. Rents skates by the hour. Great place to get out of the heat! }} * '''Bike Rentals''' (2 locations: one at Cintermex entrance, the other at Gate 4 entrance) - includes kids bikes, bikes for two, and four-wheel bikes. Ride around the track... * '''3.4 km track''' - jogging, bicycling, walking, roller blading, very flat, paved surface that was built as a Grand Prix race track * '''Picnic areas''' * '''Industrial Heritage Trails''' - industrial equipment from the early 20th century along pea-gravel walking trails * '''Paseo Santa Lucia''' - pontoon boats going to the Macroplaza with walkways along the 1.9 km waterway. Along the route are some notable [[Sculptures|sculptures]], including a stone cairn called an ''Inuksuk'', which was created by Canadian Inuit artist Bill Nasogaluak, and a horse statue by Colombian artist Fernando Botero. * '''Lago Fundidora''' - artificial lake where you can rent paddleboats ==Do== * {{do | name=Teatro de la Ciudad | alt=City Theatre | url= | address=Dr. José Ma. Coss 732 | lat=25.66925521766611 | long=-100.3089448481542 | directions=In Macroplaza, near the Museum of Mexican History | phone=+52 818 343 8975 | hours=Varies | price=Varies | lastedit=2025-05-15 | content=Monterrey's showcase for the performing arts is the Teatro de la Ciudad, in the heart of downtown. The [[Theatre|theatre]] presents dramatic works, musical performances, and dance. It is the home venue for the '''[https://balletdemonterrey.com/ Monterrey Ballet]''' which typically performs 4-5 shows per year. The 2025 season will include ''La Fille Mal Gardée'', ''Convergencia'', ''Swan Lake'', ''Giselle'' and ''The Nutcracker''. Tickets are sold through Ticketmaster for shows in the Gran Sala (Great Hall) or through the theatre's ticket office. }} * {{do | name=Santa Lucía Riverwalk | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=25.67178 | long=-100.3025 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q936165 | content=An artificial river with a wide walkway, running 2.5-km (1.5-mi) between the Mexican History Museum and Parque Fundidora. Pontoon boats glide along the route giving interpretive local history tours and giving you plenty of photo opportunities. En route, you'll find a pleasant sidewalk bar and restaurant, ''Las Tenerías'', where Argentinian food can be enjoyed with a few drinks and occasional live music. }} [[File:MTY-InteriorPalacioMunicipal.jpg|thumb|Atrium of Monterrey City Hall]] * '''Ride a Bike''': Monterrey is not a particularly bike-friendly city, but the Parque Fundidora is ''very'' bike friendly with wide, paved pathways and rental bikes available. You could also rent a bike and venture out on your own, or you could join an organized bike tour and see the downtown area in the company of other 2-wheel friends. Rentals and tours are both available from '''BCPK Bike Shop'''. Tours ride through the downtown area starting at 7pm. Most tours are in Spanish, but the Monday bike tours are in English. ** {{do | name=BCPK Bike Shop | alt= | url=https://www.bcpk.com.mx | email=ventas@bcpk.com.mx | address=C. Hidalgo Ote. 437, Centro | lat=25.666567 | long=-100.312178 | directions=between Sheraton and Gran Ancira hotels | phone=+52 81 83 40 42 50 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 11:30 - 20:00, closed Sunday | price= | lastedit=2022-11-25 | content=Full range of bike services, repairs, sales, rentals. }} * '''Dance''' ** {{do | name=Palacio Municipal | alt=City Hall | address=Zaragoza s/n | lat=25.66509044357398 | long=-100.31075717457041 | directions=end of Macroplaza | lastedit=2025-05-28 | content=Sunday mornings at 11am and Thursday evenings at 18:30 the courtyard atrium of Monterrey's City Hall transforms into a spacious dance floor. The city provides an orchestra and the public is invited to come dance to big band sounds. While there, you can gaze up at the multi-level series of [[Mexican muralism|murals]] representing Monterrey's ever-changing political environment, with colonial imperialists on the lowest tier, the [[Mexican War of Independence]] on the second level up, and more recent events along the third level. }} [[File:Saturday night in Barrio Antiguo Monterrey.jpg|thumb|Saturday night in Barrio Antiguo]] * '''Nightlife in Barrio Antiguo''' bars and restaurants in Barrio Antiguo are open every night, but the streets come alive on weekends when young people crowd the streets looking for food, drink, music, and (if they're lucky) getting lucky See the Drink section for individual listings. Many bars and restaurants have rooftop terraces and it can be interesting to simply walk the streets ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Centro Comercial Morelos | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=25.66744 | long=-100.31333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=The real heart of the Zona Rosa. A stretch of 6 blocks of Morelos street is closed to vehicle traffic and has become a popular pedestrian shopping arcade. It's a great place for people watching, especially on Sunday afternoons when families flock to downtown. }} [[File:MTY-callejon.jpg|thumb|Callejon Cultural, Sundays in Barrio Antiguo]] * {{buy | name=Callejón Cultural | alt= | url= | email= | address=C. Mina (and several other streets), Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.665606 | long=-100.306627 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8340-8093 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Every Sunday, Mina street is closed to make room for a pedestrian swap meet. Stretching from Padre Jardón to Padre Mier, you can walk and enjoy a vegan snack or a glass of fresh pulque while browsing through antiques, local artwork, handcrafts, and used books, among a myriad of hidden treasures. Street entertainers and strolling food vendors round out the crowd. Vendors also set up along Morelos. Several antique shops are also located on Padre Jardon, just in case the vendors set up on the street don't have enough things you don't need. }} * {{buy | name=Carapan | alt= | url=http://carapan.com.mx | email= | address=Hidalgo Oriente 305 | lat=25.666814 | long=-100.313668 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8345 4422 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10:00-18:00 closed Sunday | price= | lastedit=2024-05-16 | content=In business at the same location for more than 70 years, this Monterrey popular art gallery and shop is one of the top 5 galleries for high-end [[Mexican artesanias|artesanias]]. The best works from Mexico's top craftsmen in all genres and all regions are represented. You can find authentic black pottery from Oaxaca, Paquime style pottery from Mata Ortiz in Chihuahua, a huge selection of outstanding alebrijes from Michoacan, elaborate trees of life from Metepec and hundreds of similar items. This shop is a rare gem for the traveler who wants to take home a gallery-quality piece of artesania. }} * {{buy | name=Plaza de la Tecnologia | alt= | url=https://plazadelatecnologia.com/ | email= | address=Av. Benito Juárez 101, Centro | lat=25.667698 | long=-100.316177 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-11-22 | content=An amazing warren of crowded aisles full of vendors selling cell phones, batteries, cases, laptops, electronic gadgets and some dirt cheap imports of dubious provenance. Got a cracked screen? You can get it fixed here while you wait. Need a charger? You got it! Hundreds of vendors. }} * {{buy | name=Mercado Juarez | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Juarez y Calle Guerrero | lat=25.677801 | long=-100.314102 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 97:30 - 19:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-12 | content=Large traditional Mexican marketplace with fresh produce, household goods, and many restaurant stalls on the second floor selling regional northeast Mexican specialties. Many vendors selling souvenirs and memorabilia, often at much lower prices than in tourist focused areas. }} ==Eat== ===Street food=== [[File:MTY-HotDog.jpg|thumb|Hot dog stand in Barrio Antiguo]] You can find street food everywhere in el Centro. Near the central bus station, there are some vendors as you walk towards the nearby Soriana hiper. There is a {{marker | type=eat | name=food stall | lat= 25.6873353| long=-100.3217133 }} with delicious food, for example a gringa for M$40 (March 2022). It's the last food stall on the street C. Julián Villagrán between the 7-eleven and Michoacana. There is also {{marker | type=eat | name=street food| lat= 25.6763021| long=-100.3162513 }} in the middle of the centro, for example at Calle Aramberri / Calle Juan Méndez Nte with a gordita for M$10 (March 2022) during day-time. At the end of Morelos in the Zona Rosa, there are several street food vendors as you walk up Hidalgo (away from Macroplaza). Some are there during the day, more open up at night. In Barrio Antiguo, dozens of street food vendors set up on street corners. They aren't out during the day, but when the party crowds come out at night, the food vendors are everywhere. Don't pass by the hot dog vendors thinking that hot dogs are too ordinary. A Mexican hot dog starts with a fatter than normal frankfurter, wrapped in bacon and then grilled over charcoal. Top it off with a hearty, thick homemade salsa and you are enjoying some fine late night munchies! ===Budget=== {{infobox|Ghosts of Arramberri|Fans of the paranormal will revel in having lunch at Casa de Arramberri. Today the historic house is home to a hamburger restaurant but in 1933 it was a private home owned by a wealthy family that was brutally murdered by thieves looking for treasure. Police investigators found an eye witness: the family's pet parrot, who kept repeating, "No me matas, Gabriel!" (Don't kill me, Gabriel.) The owner's nephew, Gabriel, confessed to the crime. He and his accomplices were driven out to the desert by the police, who released the trio and then opened fire on them as they walked away. Justice was swift and true, but the spirits of the dead women are said to continue haunting the house to this day. }} * {{eat | name=Casa de Arramberri | address=C. Aramberri 1026 | lat=25.67534994583761 | long=-100.30535641939807 | lastedit=2025-05-22 | content=Hamburgers and french fries take backstage to morbid displays commemmorating the building's history as site of one of Monterrey's most grisly murders. }} ====Around Obispado==== * {{eat | name=Tacos El Compadre | alt=Tacos El Muerto | address=Nicolas Bravo s/n, Maria Luisa | lat=25.677661530996623 | long=-100.33351187146565 | directions=across the street from Panteon El Carmen (El Carmen Cemetery) | phone= | lastedit=2025-05-12 | price=M$40+ | content=Basic street taco stand favored by locals for more than 50 years. Recommended by the ''Michelin Guide''. Tortillas are lightly coated in oil and toasted before being stuffed with your choice of fillings including picadillo, ham, guisado con chile rojo, or the specialty of the house (or shack, as the case may be): cabeza de res (steamed cow's head). }} * {{eat | name=Tacos Doña Mary La Gritona | alt= | address=Av. Francisco Madero s/n | lat=25.686305093133537 | long=-100.33521666169263 | directions=Block and a half from Edison Metro station | phone=+52 81 1277 7280 | lastedit=2025-05-12 | hours=Daily 07:00 - 14:00 | price=M$40+ | content=Another street taco stand recommended by the ''Michelin Guide'' whose editors praised the handmade tortillas and the variety of salsas and garnishes. Michelin recommends the tacos de barbacoa. }} ====Around the central bus station==== * {{eat | name=Café Sevilla| alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= 25.6869217| long=-100.3217448| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-03 | content=A simple traditional restaurant with delicious main dishes for about M$79. They serve for example ''machacado'', a northern Mexican dish for M$65, and chilaquiles.}} * {{eat | name= Restaurant Villace| alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= 25.6878172| long=-100.3221069| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=You get several tasty dishes which you may not have heard about before like ''entomatadas'', ''albondigas'', ''chile relleno'', ''tacos dorados'' and ''chilaques''. Prices are around M$75 (March 2022).}} * {{eat | name= Comida Casera La Mazatleca| alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= 25.6878574| long=-100.3215865| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Home cooking restaurant with tasty Mexican dishes for M$70-75 (March 2022).}} * {{eat | name=Shang Hai| alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= 25.6869311| long=-100.3220727| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Simple Chinese restaurant with tasty dishes with one kind of meat for M$70 (March 2022).}} * {{eat | name=Doña Tota | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=25.686784 | long=-100.319045 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=You get 2 gorditas, a rather small portion of rice and beans and a drink for M$49 (March 2022). Locations throughout Monterrey, including one inside the central bus station, one in Plaza Mexico and another in Interplaza. }} ====in the Zona Rosa==== * {{eat | name=Cafeteria Gaby | alt= | url= | email= | address=Hidalgo 369 | lat=25.66673938739188 | long=-100.31359115143468 | directions= | phone=+52 818 342 0596 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00 - 20:00 | price=M$200 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-12 | content=Bright cheery coffee shop serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Traditional Mexican cuisine with an on-site El Nopal bakery with fresh sweet breads including huge donuts that can easily serve 2 or 3. }} * {{eat | name=Taqueria Las Monjitas | alt= | url= | email= | address=Peatonal Morelos 474, Centro | lat=25.66734788424789 | long=-100.31276643297203 | directions= | phone= | hours= | price= | content=More famous for its monastery appearance and waitresses dressed as nuns than it is for its food, which is generally basic and a bit greasy, but cheap and filling. }} * {{eat | name=Mi Tierra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Peatonal Morelos, Centro | lat=25.667413 | long=-100.313131 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Unpretentious casual cafe with good food and friendly service. One of the consistently best options along the pedestrian shopping area of Morelos (Zona Rosa). Two locations. }} * '''Interplaza Food Court''' Peatonal Morelos at Av. Benito Juarez - levels 2 and 3, dozens of fast food options * '''Plaza Mexico Food Court''' Peatonal Morelos - level 2, dozens of fast food options ====In Barrio Antiguo==== * {{eat | name=Mercado Barrio Antiguo | alt= | url=http://mercadobarrioantiguo.com/ | email= | address=Morelos 837, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.666845 | long=-100.308086 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00 - 22:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-25 | content=Large, modern indoor food court with everything from Texas barbecue to Korean hot dogs, Mexican food, pizza, coffee, and gelato. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:MTY-LaChunga.jpg|thumb|La Chunga restaurant in Barrio Antiguo]] * {{eat | name=Sanborns | alt= | url=https://www.sanborns.com.mx/c/restaurante/ | email= | address=Mariano Escobedo Sur 920 | lat=25.667034 | long=-100.312185 | directions=in the pedestrian-only shopping area of Morelos (Zona Rosa) | phone=+52 81 8343 1834 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Traditional Mexican fare served in a clean, modern dining room. Pleasant atmosphere with waitresses in traditional Mexican dresses. Cafeteria counter, bakery, and candy counter. }} * {{eat | name=Cafeteria Gaby | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/CafeteriaGaby/ | email=cafeteriagaby@yahoo.com.mx | address=814 Calle Hermenegildo Galeana Sur | lat=25.66819 | long=-100.31409 | directions=in the Morelos shopping plaza | phone=+52 81 8344 1898 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 07:30-21:00; Su 08:00-20:00 | price= | lastedit=2020-12-14 | content=Cafeteria, family-style restaurant, coffee shop. Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Connected to Panaderia Nopal (known for their gigantic donuts). Two minute walk from Padre Mier metrorrey station. }} * {{eat | name=Ianilli's | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dr J.M. Coss 1221 | lat=25.665022 | long=-100.308817 | directions=behind the MARCO | phone=+52 81 8342 7200 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Classic Italian cuisine served in a colonial era building. Classy dining room with rough stone walls, old tile floors and rustic beam ceilings. Oddly enough, they have a life-size [[Sculptures}sculpture]] of a horse in the middle of the dining room with a lamp sticking out of its head. Some things are too weird to be made up. }} [[File:MTYMadreOaxaca.jpg|thumb|Madre Oaxaca restaurant in Barrio Antiguo]] * {{eat | name=Madre Oaxaca | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Padre Raymundo Jardon 814 | lat=25.665237 | long=-100.308001 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8342 7200 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Elegant atmosphere specializing in dishes from the Oaxaca region (the black mole is delicious!). }} * {{eat | name=La Casa del Maiz | alt= | url= | email= | address=José Mariano Abasolo 870, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.665894740813886 | long=-100.307510546477 | phone= | hours=Daily 08:00-22:00 | content=Traditional central Mexican dishes. Akbal Lounge, upstairs, is a good place to drink. }} [[File:MTY-PozoleQuesadillaAbuela.jpg|thumb|Pozole at Quesadilla de la Abuela in Monterrey]] * {{eat | name=Me Muero de Hambre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mina 103 | lat=25.666314 | long=-100.306265 | directions=corner of Morelos | phone=+52 81 8345 0538 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:30-23:00 (until 02:00 on Thursday and Friday) | price= | lastedit=2022-11-21 | content=Fun multi-level casual eatery with pizza, sandwiches, tacos (on different floors). If you don't like the food on one level, go upstairs to the next. }} * {{eat | name=Fonda el Limoncito | alt= | url= | email= | address=Guillermo Prieto 938 | lat=25.664112 | long=-100.307597 | directions=in Barrio Antiguo, between Mina and Montemayor | phone=+52 833 403 1377 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00 - 16:00 (open until 23:00 Friday and Saturday) | price= | lastedit=2022-11-21 | content=Delicious traditional Mexican favorites served in a delightful colonial era building with thick stone walls. The chilaquiles are excellent! }} * {{eat | name=Govinda | alt= | url= | email= | address=Juan Ignacio Ramón 820, Centro | lat=25.670741 | long=-100.307229 | directions=near Mexican History Museum | phone=+52 81 1944 6324 | tollfree= | hours=12:00 - 17:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-25 | content=Vegetarian restaurant serving a buffet lunch. }} * {{eat | name=La Chunga | alt= | url= | email= | address=Morelos 958, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.666388 | long=-100.306459 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8344 9703 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:00 - 1:00 (til 02:00 on Friday and Saturday) | price= | lastedit=2022-11-25 | content=Casual sidewalk cafe with tacos, burgers, fish, grilled meats. Indoor dining rooms as well. }} * {{eat | name=Quesadillas de la Abuela | alt= | url=https://www.quesadillasdelaabuela.com/ | email= | address=Morelos 1024, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.666223 | long=-100.305841 | directions= | phone=+52 81 83433787 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00 - 16:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-27 | content=Casual sidewalk cafe with a small indoor dining room. Traditional Mexican cuisine such as, well, quesadillas. }} * {{eat | name=Botanero Moritas | alt= | url=http://botaneromoritas.com | email= | address=Juan Ramón 852 Ote., Centro | lat=25.670351 | long=-100.30686 | directions=behind MUNE museum | phone=+52 81 8340 2036 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 13:00 - 00:00 (01:00 Friday and Saturday) | price= | lastedit=2022-11-30 | content=Classic cantina established in 1939, extremely clean with great ambience, friendly service, and some of the best traditional northeast Mexican cuisine in town. Tacos are distinctive with darker coloring and rich flavors. }} * {{eat | name=La Divina | alt= | url=http://www.ladivinamonterrey.com/ | email= | address=C. Diego de Montemayor 507 Sur, Centro | lat=25.671330 | long=-100.305806 | directions=bright blue building directly behind Mexican History Museum | phone=+52 81 80402278 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:30 - 00:00 (til 18:00 Sunday) | price= | lastedit=2022-11-30 | content=Traditional Mexican cuisine with an excellent terrace upstairs with view of the Paseo Santa Lucia. If something seems unique or unfamiliar, try it! The idea of noodle tacos seemed strange to me, but they were delicious! (So was the cajeta flan with nuts). Delicious! }} * {{eat | name=Los Huastecos | alt= | url=https://m.facebook.com/loshuastecosrestaurant/ | email= | address=Av Paseo de los Leones 2512 | lat=25.71434634524121 | long=-100.3799367978378 | directions= | phone=+52 8130656238 | tollfree= | hours=10ː30 - 21ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=Northern Mexican fare. Did somebody say skirt steak and frijoles? }} ===Splurge=== [[File:MTY-CabritoElRey.jpg|thumb|Kid goats roasting over hot coals at El Rey del Cabrito in Monterrey]] * {{eat | name=El Rey del Cabrito | alt= | url=http://www.elreydelcabrito.com.mx | email= | address=Av. Constitucion 817 | lat=25.664496 | long=-100.3091 | directions=corner of Zuazua, 1 block from MARCO museum | phone=+52 81 8345 3232 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:00-23:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-24 | content=One of the most famous restaurants in all of Northern Mexico, serving authentic regional cuisine, especially cabrito al pastor but there are options like steak arrachera for those who don't want to eat goat. }} * {{eat | name=Jabalina | address=Padre Meir 859 | lat=25.667602630988426 | long=-100.30806838936815 | phone=+52 812 572 2060 | hours=M-Th 13:00-01:00, F-Sa 13:00-02:00 | price=M$300 | lastedit=2024-01-01 | content=Exquisite northeastern Mexican regional cuisine with creative cocktails and a lively outdoor terrace dining area or a quieter inside dining room. Recommend the picaña tacos. }} * {{eat | name=Neuquén | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dr. Coss 659 Sur | lat=25.669951 | long=-100.308071 | directions=near Santa Lucia (Museo de Historia Mexicana) | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:30-00:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-10-18 | content=Delicious Argentinian meat, empanadas (stuffed bread), and irreverent pizzas, among other heavily flavored food alternatives; enjoy a relaxing atmosphere. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurante San Carlos | alt= | url= | email= | address=Av. Morones Prieto 2803 Pte | lat=25.666811 | long=-100.341735 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8344 4114 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 07:00-22:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-10-18 | content=Good cabrito and beef. }} * {{eat | name=Feelgrow | alt= | url=https://www.feelgrow.com/ | email=recepcion@feelgrow.com | address=Jose Ma Coss 1027 Sur | lat=25.666489 | long=-100.308609 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8345 0103 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Comfortably casual restaurant with a spacious outdoor dining area. The food is a mix of classic Mexican dishes with favorite Italian and American dishes. Open for breakfast (and the chilaquiles are recommended!). }} * {{eat | name=Muelle de al Lado | alt= | url=https://muelledeallado.com/ | email= | address=Av. Juarez 1102 (or Constitucion 1002) | lat=25.666189 | long=-100.315736 | directions=inside Pabellon M, planta baja | phone=+52 81 2169 3233 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:00 - 20:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-21 | content=Monterrey isn't known for its seafood, but this popular restaurant is known for its fresh fish. Try the seafood soup! Additional locations in San Pedro and San Jeronimo. }} ==Drink== The east side of Macroplaza constitutes '''Barrio Antiguo''' (Old Town). At night, you will find plenty of bars with live music that stay open until early in the morning. Keep an eye out for people handing out "No Cover" passes on the street, as well as flyers advertising events and special offers (example: 2x1 on bottles before midnight, girls 50% off cover fee) at the different nightclubs. ===Barrio Antiguo=== [[File:MTY-OvejaNegra.jpg|thumb|La Oveja Negra is one of several bars focusing on local craft beer.]] * {{drink | name=Almacen 42 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle de Morelos 852, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.666428 | long=-100.308247 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=An oasis of local craft beers awaits the thirsty traveler. Funky shipping container style, live music on weekends, and an assortment of pizza and sandwiches. }} * {{drink | name=Café Iguana | alt= | url=http://www.cafeiguana.com.mx/ | email= | address=Calle Diego De Montemayor 927 | lat=25.666783 | long=-100.307319 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8343 0822 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Alternative bar with a relaxed atmosphere and live music. }} * {{drink | name=Café Trece Lunas | alt= | url=http://cafe13lunas.50webs.com/menu.html | email= | address=José Mariano Abasolo 876 | lat=25.665600 | long=-100.308043 | directions=between Diego de Montemayor and Dr. Coss | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Relaxing restaurant-bar with a unique atmosphere, decorated with hand-painted furniture and scribbled walls. }} * {{drink | name=McMullens Pub | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Diego de Montemayor, 843, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.667742 | long=-100.306487 | directions= | phone=+52 8111000345 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Low-brow faux Irish pub. Lively club featuring mostly local bands. }} * {{drink | name=Escoces Pub | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Diego de Montemayor 808 | lat=25.668175 | long=-100.306669 | directions= | phone=+52 8183439700 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Eclectic faux Scottish pub featuring local bands and indie pop as well as stand-up comedy with open mic nights. No one under 18 admitted. }} * {{drink | name=La Tumba | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Padre Mier 827, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.66768 | long=-100.308 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Formerly known for their Cuban sounds, the club died and was reborn in 2020 with an emphasis on rock. }} * {{drink | name=Astro | alt= | url= | email= | address=Diego de Montemayor 1114, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.665598 | long=-100.307281 | directions= | phone=+52 8110711802 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Popular dance club with a young audience, music is mostly reggaeton. }} [[File:MTYCuadroCoyotesCerveza.jpg|thumb|Munich Dunkle "Santa Lucia" at Cuadro Coyotes]] * {{drink | name=Akbal Lounge | alt= | url= | email= | address=José Mariano Abasolo 870, Centro | lat=25.665875 | long=-100.306824 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Funky, retro style bar with different types of live music. 80s one night, latin pop the next, reggaeton the night you wish you'd gone out of town. Comfortable atmosphere. }} * {{drink | name=Cuadro Coyote | alt= | url= | email= | address=Padre Raymundo Jardón 829, Centro | lat=25.66528 | long=-100.30829 | directions= | phone=+52 81 12313936 | tollfree= | hours=Tu W 17:00-23:00, F Sa 15:00-01:30 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-22 | content=24 taps of locally crafted beers, open outdoor patio area. }} * {{drink | name=La Oveja Negra | alt= | url=http://ovejanegra.com.mx/ | email= | address=Morelos 924, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.666470 | long=-100.306627 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 15:00 - 01:30, closed Monday | price= | lastedit=2022-11-25 | content=Lots of local craft beers including stout on a nitro tap. Usual carne asada style meats, though the German bratwursts are a nice deviation. }} * {{drink | name=Malecón Habana | alt= | url= | email= | address=Juan Ignacio Ramón 1010, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.670384 | long=-100.305501 | directions= | phone=+52 81 1942 2579 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 18:00 - 00:00, closed M | price= | lastedit=2025-02-03 | content=Cuban food, live Cuban music, and drinks imported from Cuba (including Havana Club rum and Bucanero beer). }} ===Centro (not Barrio Antiguo)=== * {{drink | name=Metapatio | alt= | url= | email= | address=Melchor Ocampo 222, Centro | lat=25.666599 | long=-100.317747 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8258 0090 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Large, open-air festival-style party hall with local craft beers, light food, occasional live music, but usually a DJ spinning the tunes. Convenient to hotels near the Macroplaza and Pabellon M. }} * {{drink | name=Ragnarok | alt= | url= | email= | address=C. Diego de Montemayor 402, Centro | lat=25.678208 | long=-100.304544 | directions= | phone=+52 8123565756 | tollfree= | hours=M-Th 12:00 - 00:00, F-Sa 12:00 - 01:00, Su 12:00 - 23:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-05-23 | content=Viking-themed bar draws a young crowd who come to get their mugs of mead. }} * {{drink | name=Cerveceria Obelisco | alt= | url= | email= | address=Martín de Zavala 839, Centro | lat=25.688267 | long=-100.330608 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 09:00 - 23:30, Sa 15:30 - 01:00, Su-M closed | price= | lastedit=2024-10-23 | content=Microbrewery with a taproom where you can taste 6-7 styles of beer, including some unusual seasonals including Belgian saisons. No food available (not a brewpub). }} * {{drink | name=Cerveceria Fausto | alt= | url=http://cerveceriafausto.com.mx/ | email= | address=Jordan 1144, Mitras Centro | lat=25.688533 | long=-100.340305 | directions=Metro to Edison, the brewery is near Av. Francisco Madero | phone=+52 81 3232 4079 | tollfree= | hours=M-Th 16:00 - 23:00, F-Su 13:00 - 23:00 | price=M$200 | lastedit=2025-05-27 | content=Hip craft brewery with a large outdoor beer garden under the Metro tracks. Beers are much better than most craft breweries in the region because the brewery has lagering facilities and can produce a wider range of beers with cleaner flavor profiles. Some of the best are their dopplebock and a schwartzbier. Dogs are allowed. Occasional live music. Food trucks on site (particularly on weekends). }} ===Coffee=== Whether it's a morning necessity, or an alternative to alcoholic beverages, coffee is increasingly becoming a social drink of choice. Monterrey is blessed with many independent coffee houses that offer a refreshing change of pace from over-marketed ubiquitous coffee chains. * {{drink | name=Barrio Galeria y Cafe | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Diego de Montemayor 902 | lat=25.664978 | long=-100.308045 | directions= | phone=+52 81 28806929 | tollfree= | hours=14ː00 - 20ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Terrace cafe with board games, coffee drinks, baked goods. Quiet and serene when special events are not taking place. }} * {{drink | name=Monstera The Coffee Bar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Morelos 939 | lat=25.666511 | long=-100.306908 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10ː00 - 21ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Small, comfortable, funky place in the heart of Barrio Antiguo. Good coffee, a range of teas, and even some craft beers. }} * {{drink | name=Roland Coffee Bar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mina 923, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.666632 | long=-100.306431 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=09ː00 - 22ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Cool place, kind of retro with vinyl records on the wall etc., but they play good music, serve good coffee, and have full meals (not just bakery items like many coffee shops in the neighborhood). }} * {{drink | name=Libros Cafe y Detalles | alt= | url= | email= | address=J. Ma. Morelos 949-991, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.666469 | long=-100.306553 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=09ː00 - 22ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Book stores and cafe go together like icing on a cake. Eclectic selection of books, a great upstairs balcony for quiet discrete encounters, and full breakfasts available (not to mention some delicious coffee drinks). Live music outdoors on weekends. }} * {{drink | name=Tierra Libre | alt= | url=http://tierralibre.com/ | email= | address=Matamoros 929, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.668336 | long=-100.306119 | directions= | phone=+52 81 2402 0572 | tollfree= | hours=13ː00 - 22ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Great ambience, quiet, coffee drinks plus smoothies, vegetarian food options. }} * {{drink | name=Black Coffee | alt= | url= | email= | address=C. Diego de Montemayor 659, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.669670 | long=-100.306505 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=09ː00 - 19ː00 | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Variety of coffee drinks including cold brew, homemade baked goods. The paninis are a good lunch option. Passionate staff who love to talk about coffee. }} * {{drink | name=Cafe Belmonte Bar | alt= | url=https://belmontemonterrey.tumblr.com/ | email= | address=Ignacio Allende 895, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.670027 | long=-100.307271 | directions= | phone=+52 812 721 6038 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 09:00 - 00:00, Su 09:00 - 17:00, closed M | price= | lastedit=2024-05-23 | content=Cozy rustic coffee shop with great coffee drinks and an eclectic mix of international dishes for breakfast or lunch. Try the German breakfast platter with wurst and spaetzle, or the paninis for lunch. }} ==Sleep== [[File:Atrium of Crowne Plaza Monterrey.jpg|thumb|Atrium in the Crowne Plaza Hotel Monterrey]] ===Budget=== ====Barrio Antiguo==== * {{sleep | name=Ikali Hostel | alt= | url= | email= | address=José María Morelos 1017, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.666419 | long=-100.306159 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8342 2151 | tollfree= | checkin=15ː00 | checkout=12ː00 | price=M$700 | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Clean rooms in a popular part of Barrio Antiguo. Bathrooms could use an update but the prices are very low so some sins are forgiven. }} * {{sleep | name=La Casa del Barrio | alt= | url=http://www.lacasadelbarrio.com.mx/ | email= | address=Calle Diego De Montemayor 1227 | lat=25.664467 | long=-100.307789 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8344 1800 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Fantastic for backpackers, this affordable clean, comfortable hostel is a value. Prices can vary but see the website for details (in English & Spanish), which also has a reservation service. The hostel has shared rooms, showers and a cooking area. One of the most attractive thing about this hostel is the couple who own it — they're welcoming and very helpful. }} *{{sleep | name=Hotel Fundador | url=http://www.travelbymexico.com/leon/fundador/ | email= | address=802 Diego De Montemayor | lat=25.668099 | long=-100.307465 | directions=near Zaragoza subway station | phone=+52 81 8342 0121 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=A clean, quiet, cheap, air-conditioned hotel in the heart of the Barrio Antiguo. }} * {{sleep | name=My Family in Monterrey Hostel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Diego de Montemayor 1221 | lat=25.664753 | long=-100.307334 | directions=2 blocks east of Palacio Municipal on Macroplaza | phone=+52 8132814568 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Backpacker hostel. Cheap single bunks, some private rooms, shared baths. }} * {{sleep | name=Casa Lucia | alt= | url= | email= | address=C. Diego de Montemayor 728-1, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.668817 | long=-100.306734 | directions= | phone=+52 81 3080 2589 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=M$300 | lastedit=2022-11-27 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hostal Hare Krishna | alt= | url=https://hare-krishna.mx/ | email= | address=José Mariano Abasolo 916, Barrio Antiguo | lat=25.6658544049184 | long=-100.30749369169538 | directions= | phone=+52 81 1498 6316 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=M$200 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-06-06 | content=Clean, inviting hostel with shared dorm rooms starting at M$200 (US$10) per night, making it a great value for the budget traveler. On-site vegetarian restaurant serving 3 meals per day. Food is Indian cuisine. 150 meter walk to Macroplaza. }} ====Bus station area==== *{{sleep | name= Hotel Victoria Monterrey| url= | email= | address=| lat= 25.6881853| long=-100.3227345| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | price=M$290/440 single/double with fan, M$600 with air conditioning | lastedit=2022-03 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Decent hotel. }} ====Parque Fundidora area==== * {{sleep | name=Smart Hotel Cintermex | alt= | url=http://www.smarthotel.com.mx/ | email= | address=Calle Gral. Carlos Salazar Ote. 2420, Obrera | lat=25.679937 | long=-100.289973 | directions= | phone=+52 81 26760305 | tollfree= | checkin=12ː00 | checkout=15ː00 | price=M$790 | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=Sparsely furnished barebones hotel in a modern building. Clean, very close to Parque Fundidora, and a great value for the area. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Hiǃ Fundidora | alt= | url=http://www.hoteleshi.com/fundidoraMonterrey | email= | address=Av. Francisco Madero 2925, Acero | lat=25.682819 | long=-100.283450 | directions=across the street from Parque Fundidora, near access gate 4 | phone=+52 81 47746060 | tollfree= | checkin=15ː00 | checkout=12ː00 | price=M$790 | lastedit=2023-02-08 | content=New budget hotel near gate 4 for Parque Fundidora. Modern barebone facilities with low rates. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:MTY-Krystal.jpg|thumb|Krystal Hotel Monterrey]] ====Macroplaza area==== * {{sleep | name=Gamma Gran Ancira Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.gammahoteles.com/en/hotels/gamma-monterrey-gran-hotel-ancira | email= | address=Ocampo 443 | lat=25.666231 | long=-100.311943 | directions= | phone=+52 4433108137 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-17 | content=Historic landmark hotel with charm and grace. Somewhat small rooms but classy atmosphere. Outstanding Sunday brunch in the lobby. The 1910 bar is a classic downtown watering hole. Excellent location. }} * {{sleep | name=Wyndham Ambassador Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham/monterrey-mexico/wyndham-monterrey-ambassador-centro/overview | email= | address=Miguel Hidalgo 310 Ote | lat=25.666339 | long=-100.313809 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8380-7000 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=M$1600 | lastedit=2025-05-12 | content=Spacious rooms in a full-service mid-range hotel, two blocks to Macroplaza. Free valet parking, excellent on-site restaurant. Formerly the Sheraton, but re-branded in 2025. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Monterrey Macroplaza | alt= | url=http://www.hotelmonterreymacroplaza.com.mx/ | email= | address=José María Morelos Oriente 574 | lat=25.66709248740602 | long=-100.31054221764154 | directions=On Zaragoza at Morelos | phone=+52 81 83806000 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Great location near the center of town. Clean, but a tiny bit "worn". Heated/indoor pool. Free garage parking. M$1200 for double room (small, but neat) with microwave, coffeemaker, free bottled water. Outstanding value. }} * {{sleep | name=iStay Hotel Centro | alt=formerly the Holiday Inn, and the Doubletree Rio | url=http://istay.com.mx | email= | address=Padre Mier 194 Pte | lat=25.66866618423042 | long=-100.3165815753124 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8228-6000 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=At the end of the Morelos shopping district, about 7 blocks from the Macroplaza. Very good rates, but rooms tend to be small and decor is a bit dated. Free indoor parking. }} * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza Monterrey | alt= | url=https://www.ihg.com/hotels/us/en/monterrey/mtypl/hoteldetail | email= | address=Av Constitución Oriente 300 | lat=25.664827 | long=-100.314255 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8316-6000 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2023-02-07 | content=Large corporate-style hotel with large clean rooms, indoor swimming, 24-hour business center and more. Good location on very busy road, one block to Macroplaza. }} * {{sleep | name=Krystal Hotel Monterrey | alt= | url=https://www.krystal-monterrey.com/ | email=calidad.kmty@krystal-hotels.com | address=Corregidora 519 | lat=25.6667 | long=-100.3117 | directions=just west of the Macroplaza | phone=+52 83 19 09 00 | tollfree= |fax=| checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2020-12-15 | content=Amenities include indoor pool, restaurant, free Wi-Fi, supervised parking lot, valet parking. }} * {{sleep | name=Antarisuites Galerias | alt= | url=https://hotelantaris.com/galerias/?lang=en | email= | address=Av. Constitucion 1707 Pte. | lat=25.66870633511118 | long=-100.33448213631726 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8130-1818 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= Modern, new hotel on the feeder lanes of Constitucion, clean spacious, well equipped rooms with kitchenettes. Laundry, gym on site. }} * {{sleep | name=Fiesta Inn Monterrey Centro | alt= | url=http://www.fiestamericana.com | email= | address=Av. Pino Suarez 1001 | lat=25.684962733381948 | long=-100.31743942705221 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8150-2222 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= New mid-range hotel in the heart of Monterrey. }} * {{sleep | name=Plaza de Oro Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.hotelplazadeoro.com.mx/ | email= | address=Hidalgo 461 Pte | lat=25.669155 | long=-100.322045 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8345 1144 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Clean, comfortable, very modern rooms in a friendly, intimate small downtown hotel. Free indoor parking. Outstanding value. Morning noise can be irritating if you forget to close your second interior door (the restaurant is in the hotel's atrium). }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Kavia | alt= | url=https://www.hotelkaviamonterrey.com/ | email= | address=Oriente 531, entre Zaragoza y Ocampo, Centro | lat=25.665793 | long=-100.311342 | directions=50 m from Macroplaza, near Hotel Monterrey and Kalos | phone=+52 81 2530 6500 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=M$1400 | lastedit=2022-11-16 | content=Modern hotel with excellent location. 2 minute walk to MARCO museum, cathedral, Morelos (Zona Rosa), Barrio Antiguo. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Centralia | alt= | url= | email= | address=Hidalgo 319 | lat=25.666991 | long=-100.313690 | directions= | phone=+52 811 665 5360 | tollfree= | checkin=14:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-05-23 | content=New moderate hotel near the Macroplaza. Rooms are clean, air conditioned, and comfortably furnished. On-site restaurant serves a comida corrida menu weekdays from 12-4. }} * {{sleep | name=Santa Rosa Suites | alt= | url=http://santa-rosa-suites.hoteles-en-monterrey.com/en/ | email= | address=Mariano Escobedo 930 | lat=25.666689 | long=-100.312295 | directions=on Plaza Hidalgo, next to Krystal Hotel, one block to Macroplaza | phone=+52 81 8342-4200 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale rooms and often very good weekend rates. Clubby restaurant and lounge. Limited parking in a tight outdoor lot. Excellent location. }} ====Parque Fundidora area==== * {{sleep | name=Antaris Cintermex | alt= | url= | email= | address=Av Fundidora 400, Obrera | lat=25.677731 | long=-100.289424 | directions=across the street from Cintermex and Parque Fundidora gate | phone=+52 81 8318 0444 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-27 | content=Modern, clean hotel, convenient to Parque Fundidora and Cintermex. }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express Fundidora | alt= | url= | email= | address=Av Fundidora 200, Obrera | lat=25.677000 | long=-100.288583 | directions= | phone=+52 8136747700 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-11-27 | content=New high-rise hotel adjacent to Parque Fundidora. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Safi Royal Luxury Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.safihotel.com | email= | address=Av. Pino Suarez 444 Sur | lat=25.673580337543783 | long=-100.31942264795582 | directions= | phone=+52 81 8100-7000 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= Glitzy and pretentious, but good service, central location, and spacious rooms at affordable prices make it a perennial favorite for downtown. }} * {{sleep | name=Fiesta Americana Monterrey Pabellon M | alt= | url= | email= | address=Av. Juarez 1102 , Col. Centro | lat=25.665494 | long=-100.316766 | directions= | phone=+52 443 310 81 37 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=M$2000 | lastedit=2022-10-20 | content=Upscale hotel in a new 50-story mixed use high-rise at the Pabellon (mall and arena complex). Comfortable rooms with outstanding views, full-service. 1596 restaurant is good, and there are many more dining options in the connected mall. }} ==Connect== Broadband internet is ubiquitous and all major hotels and restaurants offer free WiFi service. Cell reception is excellent throughout the area with 5G coverage in all parts of the city. See [[Monterrey#Connect|main article]] for details. {{guidedistrict}} {{IsPartOf|Monterrey}} {{geo|25.6670|-100.3084}} 0in02rsuv00ihxtv6ghasfcd7knlb3s 0 23799 5328472 5203060 2026-08-14T18:15:56Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328472 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Namche_Bazaar_banner.jpg|otbp=yes}} [[Image:NamcheBazar1.jpg|thumb|350px|Namche Bazaar, in a 2001 picture]] '''Namche Bazaar''' (3440 m) is the unofficial capital of the [[Khumbu|Khumbu region]] of [[Nepal]], and is a major stop-off point for trekkers and climbers heading for [[Mount Everest]] base camp. ==Understand== The village is located on crescent shaped mountain slopes that offer stunning views of the mountains across the valley. It is a grueling 3 to 4 hour climb up from the river to Namche, and at 3,500&nbsp;m, it is possible to suffer altitude sickness here. Therefore, it is advisable to spend at least two nights in the village to acclimatize. Traditionally the village was a trading post, with locals bartering yak cheese and butter for agricultural goods grown at lower altitudes. However, after Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay's successful climb of Everest in 1953, the dynamics of the village changed forever as climbers and trekkers soon followed in their wake. At first the groups came in a trickle, but in the 1960s and 1970s this turned into a torrent, and being located at a confluence of trekking trails, Namche was best served to meet their needs. In addition, as Namche is the first place on the Khumbu trek that is above altitude sickness threshold, most travelers prefer to spend at least two nights here in order to acclimatize. Still, despite the village's popularity with trekkers, geographical restraints have contained its growth, and it remains a small settlement with no more than 60 dwellings. Namche has prospered from the tourist trade, and according to government statistics it is the wealthiest district in Nepal, with 7 times the average national income and twice that of the capital, Kathmandu. In addition to an abundance of hotels, the village also boasts three small museums, a stupa, monastery, several cafes (locally known as bakeries) and many well stocked stores. Namche has several official money changing facilities, and as it is the only place in the region to offer this service (besides Lukla), visitors should ensure that they have sufficient cash for the remainder of their journey before leaving the village. The rate of exchange in Namche is much lower than in Kathmandu, and so it is advised to only use the facilities in Khumbu as a last resort or for changing small amounts of money. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Namche Bazaar |-8.5 |6.9 |43.0 |-6.5 |6.4 |20.0 |-3.0 |9.6 |31.0 |0.8 |12.8 |26.0 |3.7 |14.3 |39.0 |5.9 |15.6 |129.0 |7.8 |15.8 |226.0 |7.5 |16.2 |206.0 |5.9 |14.6 |140.0 |1.2 |12.5 |57.0 |-3.8 |9.1 |11.0 |-7.1 |7.6 |24.0 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Namche Bazaar]] |description= }} The winters are cold and dry, while summers are warm, but characterized by persistent mist, and so the spectacular mountain peaks often lost from view. The best time to visit the area is from mid-September to mid-November when it is still not too cold and the air is at its most pristine, affording crystal clear views of the mountain scenery. Spring is also a good time to visit Namche, though due to the higher proportion of dust in the air, the mountain views lack the clarity of autumn. However, to compensate, the hedgerows and wild flowers are in full bloom in April and May and bring a dash of colour to the mountain paths. ==Get in== The trek from [[Lukla]] to Namche can be done in one full day, but unless you are experienced at trekking at high altitude and extremely fit, taking two days over the journey is strongly recommended. Many people who rush to Namche suffer [[altitude sickness]] and have to be brought down again the following day. {{See also|Everest Base Camp Trek}} Although expensive, it is also possible to charter a helicopter between [[Lukla]] or [[Kathmandu]] and Namche. ==Get around== There is only one way to move around in Khumbu: on foot. {{mapframe|27.8059|86.7131|zoom=14}} ==See== *'''Sagarmatha National Park Visitor's Centre''', located at the top end of the village off the Tengboche trail (right side of village when looking up). Offers information on the wildlife of the area. There are some interesting photographs. *'''Museum of Sherpa Life''', located above the village off the Tengboche trail. An introduction to Sherpa culture and the fauna and flora of the region. *'''Museum of local medicinal plants and Tibetan herbal medicine''' at the Healing Centre (''see the [[#Stay_healthy|Stay healthy]] section''). Offers an introduction into the world of Tibetan medicine through posters and artifacts. It also has a small gift shop, the profit from which help maintain the clinic upstairs. *'''Namche Monastery''', located off the Thame trail (left side of village when looking up). A small monastery in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. It has pleasant courtyard and some traditional frescoes on wall of the main shrine. ==Do== *'''Namche market'''. As the name of the village suggests, Namche Bazaar has a market. Every Friday and Saturday morning, Sherpas from the surrounding valleys spread out their agricultural products and electronic goods carried from Kathmandu on land above the main path into town. While the goods themselves may not be interesting to tourists, the market itself is certainly worth wandering around and is a good place to get some souvenir shots of "Khumbu life". Check out the yak "parking area" above the market, although don't get too close as yaks are notoriously ill-tempered. *'''Dumjee Festival'''. In June (lunar calendar fifth month 9-17), Namche holds an annual festival called ''dumjee'' (actually all the villages in Khumbu celebrate this event, but the festivities in Namche are the most impressive). The festival celebrates the achievements of a highly respected Sherpa lama, and while the first few days are rather subdued with just local families visiting each other for food and entertainment, the final few days are a boistorous affair held at the Namche Monastery. The ceremonies are presided over by the incarnate lama of Tengboche Monastery and include lama dances, traditional Sherpa dances and an initiation ceremony. ==Buy== *'''Handicrafts'''. The main street into the village is lined with Tibetan run handicraft stalls and stores. Most of the goods are available in Kathmandu, but certain woolen items are made locally. Also, check for anything special that has been carried over from Tibet. There are tailors in the centre of town, across from the Liquid Bar, and up by the Sherpa Market (right side as you face the horseshoe). *'''Books'''. New and second hand books are available at several places, and a store with one of the best selections is located in front of Namche Hotel. *'''Necessities'''. Namche has some well stocked, albeit a little expensive, stores selling such things as batteries, basic medicine (throat lozenges, aspirin etc.), toiletries, sun block and trekking clothing/equipment. These items (except for the trekking equipment) are available further up the trail, but the variety is far less and the prices much higher. And take care when buying trekking equipment anywhere in Nepal as, if not purchased within a genuine brand branch shop then you are almost guaranteed to buy a knock-off. Prices for genuine branded equipment will not be significantly cheaper than prices in your home country. Do not expect knock-offs to last longer than one expedition. ==Eat== Namche is really geared for the ravenous tourist, and offers all kinds of delights. Namche's bakeries are quite famous in Nepal and, considering that the town is a six-day walk from the nearest road, they produce some amazing pastries. None of the bakeries are open during the tourist "off-season" from June until September. All the hotels have dining facilities open to non-residents. During the off-season, not every hotel in Namche remains open. *'''Herman Helmers Bakery''', on the main street into town, next to Hotel Namche, has great apple pie, chocolate cake and freshly baked pizzas. *'''Namche Bakery''', down from the main intersection. Freshly made pizza and delicious coffee. Traditional Sherpa dishes include: *'''Rigi kur''' - potato pancakes, which are delicious eaten directly off the griddle and covered with dzo (yak) butter and a sauce made of mature cheese and spices called sorma. Due to the effort involved in making rigi kur, they are generally not listed on lodge menus. However, most places will oblige if you order well in advance. *'''Tzen''' - a heavy pâté made from millet and flavoured with spices. * "Thukpa" - Noodles with soup. Perfect for a cold day. *"Nak cheese" available in most of the shops, and cost around 100Rs per 100&nbsp;g. ==Drink== *'''Juice and beer''' are available at all hotels and bakeries. However, remember that anything in a can has been brought up from Kathmandu, so prices will be very high. *'''Coffee'''s such as cappuccino and latte are served at the bakeries. *'''Tea''' is available everywhere and is mostly served sweet and with milk. Salty, butter tea is also available, though not as common. *'''Herbal teas''' are made from Khumbu wild flowers and produced locally. They are available at most of the hotels, and tea-bag packets can be purchased at the Tibetan Healing Centre. *'''Spirits''' - There are three bars in Namche. Go to '''Cafe Danfe''' (named after the national bird) for drinks, pool, and wifi. There are also hot showers, sauna and massage available. Bars close when the last customer staggers out. ==Sleep== Accommodation in Namche ranges from around 200Rs for an old-style room with shared bathroom up to around 2,000Rs for a modern en-suite twin. Most have hot water. Check the regulations regarding meals. Some hotels offer very cheap room rates, but in return expect their guests to eat on the premises. * '''Namche Hotel''' and '''Camp de Base''' are probably two of Namche's most pleasant places to spend a night, with both offering rooms with attached bathroom (with lashings of hot water) at reasonable prices. Location: After entering the village, follow the main shop-lined street until you reach a crossroads. Here, turn left for 'Namche Hotel.' It is on the left, next to the money changer. For 'Camp de base' do not turn left, but continue up the stone stairs. The hotel is behind a large wooden door on the right. * '''Thawa Lodge''', turn left at crossroads, Thawa is located immediately on the right - an older hotel with pleasant outdoor sitting area. * '''Trekker's Inn''', across from 'Camp de base' - an older lodge with lots of character. * '''Hotel Zamling''' and '''Éverest Hotel''' - both hotels are located on the left side slopes of the village when looking up and are new members of the plethora of hotels. Good quality accommodation at competitive rates. * {{sleep | name=Panorama Lodge | alt= | url=http://www.panoramalodge.com.np/ | email=info@panoramalodge.com.np | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+977 38540159 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Perched on top of Namche hill, Panorama is about five minutes from the Saturday Market. Coolest hosts in Khumbu. The rooms are cozy, quiet and equipped with attached bathroom and shower. }} It's a good idea to drop off laundry in Namche on the way up. Wherever you're going past Namche, you're almost certain to pass through again on your way out so you might as well have a hot shower and some clean clothes waiting at the hotel. ==Stay healthy== *'''[[Altitude sickness]]''' At nearly 3,500&nbsp;m, Namche is above the altitude sickness threshold. Therefore, it is highly recommended to spend at least two nights in the village to acclimatize. *'''Tibetan medical clinic''' Various treatments using natural formulas. The clinic is located next to the Camp de Base Hotel, but entered from the path in front of the library. As the clinic provides free treatment for porters and other patients on low income, donations are greatly appreciated. *'''Dental clinic'''. Namche has a small dental clinic operated by a local who studied dentistry in Canada. It is located on the right side slope of the village when looking up (near the library). ==Connect== There are no telephone lines or mailing addresses in the Everest region. Ncell (SIM cards available locally) offers 4G reception in and around Namche on good days, though speeds may vary and blackouts are not uncommon. Given that most lodges charge for WiFi use, buying a SIM card may be the cheaper option to connect. There are several spots in the tea houses and coffee shops that offer WiFi. You can't really stream videos but you can update Facebook, send emails, text and FaceTime. The '''Post office''' is near Namche Hotel. It is a personable little facility, but there are mixed reports of letters reaching their destinations. Postage stamps are also available in local shops. '''International phone calls''' can be made in the town, however this is very expensive compared to [[Kathmandu]]. The cheapest place is the one-phone government telephone office, on the second floor of the nondescript wooden building behind Hotel Buddha, identified with an official yellow sign in Nepalese with a faded paper sign in English stuck on to it. Expect a lengthy queue on Saturdays (market day). '''Internet cafes''' are common in Namche, though they are not cheap, and it costs around 200Rs per half hour to bounce your cyber words off a passing satellite. Keep a sharp eye on the clock. ==Cope== *'''Namche Library'''. A small library with a big heart - good selection of English books, though they cannot be removed from the premises. ==Go next== *[[Lukla]] - a seven-hour journey from Namche, can be done in one day without too much difficulty as much of the walk is flat or down hill, although remember that the final hour or so entails a steep climb up to the airstrip. *[[Khumjung]] - a good one-hour walk. *[[Tengboche]] - a five to six-hour journey, the first part is pretty flat, but there is a steep and long hill up to the monastery. *[[Thame (Nepal)|Thame]] - a three-hour walk, mostly flat after the climb out of Namche. Exit by trail in front of Namche Monastery. {{geo|27.8167|86.7167}} {{IsPartOf|Khumbu}} {{guidecity}} 2avts5y44gbvr1vv3yb89j11ie7pc4m 0 26023 5328484 5243709 2026-08-14T18:39:14Z Chidgk1 2125841 /* Splurge */ 5328484 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Oran_banner.jpg}} Oran ([[Arabic]]: وَهران, ''Wahran'') is the second largest city in Algeria and the capital of Oran province, with more than 1,500,000 people. ==Understand== {{climate chart |Oran |5.4 |17.0 |46.3 |6.5 |17.9 |41.7 |8.7 |20.1 |37.6 |10.8 |22.1 |35.7 |14.0 |25.0 |23.1 |17.6 |28.5 |3.5 |20.4 |31.5 |0.8 |21.0 |32.4 |2.4 |18.3 |29.4 |17.4 |14.4 |26.0 |34.4 |9.8 |20.9 |64.6 |6.9 |17.9 |47.9 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Oran]] |description= }} Oran's beautiful sea shore, constructed under French rule, was inspired by Nice's seafront. It consists of a long boulevard lined with cafés, restaurants, and ice cream shops. The boulevard also offers a splendid view of the sea, the harbour, Santa Cruz and the cliffs ("les Falaises"). It was renamed "Boulevard de l'ALN" by the government after the independence but it is still called '''Front de Mer''' by the locals. ==== History ==== [[Image:Oran Santa Cruz.JPG|thumb|Santa Cruz Fort, the largest of the three historic forts overlooking Oran. Built between 1577 and 1604 by the Spaniards.]] Present-day Oran was founded in 903 by the Azdaja and Ajissa Berbers who lived in the area. It was captured by the Castilians under Cardinal Cisneros in 1509, and Spanish sovereignty lasted until 1708 when the city was conquered by the Algerians during the Siege of Oran (1707–1708). Spain recaptured the city in 1732. However, its value as a trading post had decreased greatly, so during the reign of King Charles IV the city was recaptured in 1790-1792 by a coalition of Algerian troops against Spain which resulted in victory for the bey of Oran despite the many attempts in 1563. The beylik lasted until 1831, when the city fell to the French. Under French rule during the 19th and 20th centuries, Oran was the capital of a département of the same name. In July 1940, the British navy shelled French warships in the port after they refused a British request to surrender; this action was taken to ensure the fleet would not fall into German hands, as the Nazis had defeated France and occupied Paris. The Vichy government held Oran during World War II until its capture by the Allies in late 1942, during Operation Torch. Before the Algerian War, 1954–1962, Oran had one of the highest proportions of Europeans of any city in North Africa. In July 1962, after a ceasefire and accords with France, a mob attacked European neighbourhoods and massacred hundreds of Europeans in Oran, This triggered a larger exodus of Europeans to France, which was already underway. Shortly after the end of the war, most of the Europeans and Algerian Jews living in Oran fled to France. In less than three months, Oran lost about half its population. ==== Weather ==== ==Get in== ===By plane=== * {{go | name=Ahmed Ben Bella Airport | alt={{IATA|ORN}} Es Sénia Airport | url= | email= | address= | lat=35.627222 | long=-0.611389 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q637028 | content=While not as large as [[Algiers]]' airport, it is still serviced by several international airlines. }} ** '''Air Algérie''' (Adrar, Algiers, Alicante, Annaba, Bechar, Brussels—Seasonal--, Casablanca, Constantine, Geneva, Hassi Messaoud, In Amenas, Jeddah, Lyon, Marseille, Paris-Orly, Ouargla, Toulouse) ** '''Air France''' (Paris CDG, Toulouse) ** '''Iberia''' (Madrid) ** '''Tassili Airlines''' (Algiers, Hassi R'mel) ** '''Transavia''' (Lyon, Montpellier, Nantes, Paris ORLY) ** '''Tunisair''' (Tunis) ** '''Turkish Airlines''' (Istanbul) ** '''Vueling''' (Alicante, Barcelona) ** '''Volotea''' (Bordeaux, Marseille) ===By train=== [[File:Oran train station, Boumlik Messaili, 29-07-2008.jpg|thumb|The historic ''Gare d'Oran'', the central railway station, opened in 1913.]] Oran is a major railway terminus with daily trains from most Algerian cities. Trains from the capital [[Algiers]] are plentiful, however, with several services daily. Other cities along the Mediterranean coast and in [[Northwest Algeria]] also have daily trains to Oran. Additional routes include an overnight train from [[Bechar]], deep into the Sahara and about halfway from Mauritania. While a railway line continues to [[Morocco]], the border has been closed for decades due to political conflict. All services are operated by [https://www.sntf.dz '''SNTF''']. Timetables are published at their website. * {{go | name=Oran Central railway station | alt=Gare Centrale d'Oran | url= | email= | address=Rue Mankour Mahi Michel | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3095826 | lastedit=2020-11-19 | content=All long-distance trains terminate here. }} ===By boat=== One can also reach Oran by ferries from the ports of [[Marseilles]] as well as [[Alicante]] and [[Almería]] in [[Spain]], via the national company [https://www.algerieferries.com/ '''Algérie Ferries'''] or [https://www.trasmediterranea.es/ '''Trasmediterranea''']. * {{go | name=Oran Ferry Terminal | alt=Gare Maritime d'Oran | url= | email= | address= | lat=35.7103 | long=-0.6466 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-07-23 | content= }} ==Get around== {{Mapframe|35.6910|-0.6342|width=600|height=550|zoom=13}} {{Mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Oran_tramway.map}} === By foot === Walking is the obvious mode of transport within the city centre. ===By bus=== * 11 Which will take you from the east to west of the city. From Hai El Sabah to Place 1er Novembre * 51 From USTO UNIVERSITY to M'Dina Jdida * U From Senia UNIVERSITY to M'Dina Jdida * P1 From City center (Lycée lotfi) to Canastel (ORAN EAST) === By tram === A single tram line runs from Es Sénia in the south to Bir El Djir in the northeast, via Place 1er Novembre. A single ticket is DA40 and can be bought at kiosks near the tram stops. === By cable car === Called a 'téléphérique' in French, there are three stations that allow you to get from the old city up to Santa Cruz. Return to the top DA100, one way DA60. Opens 0730 and runs till 1900, very frequent. ==See== [[Image:Cathédrale du Sacré-Cœur d'Oran.jpg|thumb|Sacred Heart Cathedral, now a public library.]] [[File:Mosquée_du_Pacha.jpg|thumb|Mosque of Hassan Pasha.]] Oran has a very walkable historic city centre with a mix of Islamic and European buildings. * district of '''Sidi El Houari''' * municipal gardens * Djebel Murdjadjo * {{see | name=Santa Cruz Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=35.7093 | long=-0.6647 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q524667 | lastedit=2022-07-24 | content=Fortress on top of the hill overlooking Oran. }} * {{see | name=Santa Cruz chapel | alt=Chapelle de Santa Cruz | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2957265 | lastedit=2022-07-24 | content= }} * {{see | name=Sacred Heart Cathedral of Oran | alt=Cathédrale du Sacré-Cœur d'Oran | url= | email= | address=Blvd Abderahmane Mira | lat=35.7002 | long=-0.6463 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2440344 | lastedit=2022-07-23 | content=Former Roman Catholic church, built in 1930. Now turned into a library. }} * {{see | name=Hassan Pasha Mosque | alt=مسجد حسن الباشا, Masjid Hassan El-bacha | url= | email= | address= | lat=35.7044 | long=-0.6547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1469697 | lastedit=2022-07-23 | content=A very ornate mosque, built in 1797. However, it is in a rather dilapidated state. }} * {{see | name=Oran zoo | alt=zoo d'Oran | url= | email= | address= | lat=35.68930 | long=-0.64668 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=DA100 and DA60 for children | content=Small zoo with animals such as lions, tigers and monkeys. Cage sizes would probably not pass any animal welfare inspections. }} * {{see | name=Abdellah Ben Salem Mosque | alt=مسجد عبد الله بن سلام | url= | email= | address=Boulevard Maata Mohamed El Habib | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1153491 | lastedit=2022-07-21 | content=Completed in 1918, this is the former Great Synagogue of Oran. After Algerian independence, most Jewish citizens left the country. In 1975, the synagogue was converted into a mosque and named after Abdullah ibn Salam, a seventh-century Jew from Medina and companion of Muhammad who converted to Islam. }} * {{see | name=Bey's Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12232976 | lastedit=2022-07-23 | content= }} === Museums === * {{see | name=Ahmed Zabana National Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=19, Avenue Ahmed Zabana | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3329040 | lastedit=2022-07-23 | content=Named after the Algerian resistance fighter Ahmed Zabana, the first floor of the museum tells the story of the local impact of Algeria's battle for independence from France including a list of local people executed by the French between 1954 and 1962. The museum also includes artwork in the form of ancient sculptures, some mosaics terracotta portraits and paintings including works by 20th-century Algerian artists and French Orientalists including Eugene Fromentin. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Walk along the Corniche | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=35.70605 | long=-0.63523 | directions=Next to the sea from near Place 1er Novembre in the west to the Sheraton hotel in the east. | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Sidewalk with good views }} ==Buy== Note: most shops and restaurants don't accept payment cards. As of February 2022, withdrawing money from an ATM of an Algerian bank also usually doesn't work. The ATMs of {{marker|type=buy|name=Gulf Bank|lat=35.71182|long=-0.59621}} will accept Visa and MasterCard . *'''Le Marché de Medina Jedida''' with art products *{{buy | name = Es-Senia Shopping & Leisure Center| alt = Es Senia Centre Commercial & De Loisirs| url = | email = | address = | lat = 35.6379| long = -0.5905| directions = | phone = | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit= | content =Large shopping mall. }} *La Cave Du Vingt Août sells good Algerian wines. ==Eat== Dishes to try: * Bourek - fried spring-roll like dish with meat * Brik - deep-fried pastry filled with meat, vegetables or cheese * Merguez - spicy lamb or beef sausages * Chakhchoukha - traditional Berber dish * Tajine - traditional North African dish * Couscous - traditional North African dish * Harira - lentil soup (v) Here are some popular places to eat ===Budget=== ===Mid-range=== * {{eat | name=Le Royaume du Couscous | url=https://web.facebook.com/LeRoyaumeducouscous | email= | address=15 Rue Ho Chi Minh | lat=35.70304 | long=-0.63886 | directions= | phone=| tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Many types of couscous as well as starters and desserts. }} * {{eat | name=Les Ambassadeurs | url= | email= | address=1 Boulevard de la Soummam | lat=35.70325 | long=-0.64779 | directions= | phone=+213 41-981000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Serves Mediterranean cuisine, located at the Royal Hotel. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant le Corsaire | url=http://www.oran-dz.com/tourisme/restaurants/restaurant-le-corsaire | email= | address=09 République sidi el-Houari, Boulevard de L'A.L.N | lat=35.70325 | long=-0.64779 | directions= | phone=+213 770 99 99 31 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Located in the old town. }} * 5 Chez Isabelle, 6 Rue Aïmeur Brahim, bakery and patisserie with exceptional food. * 6 Délices de Yemma, 12 Bd de la Soummam, local traditional foods. ===Splurge=== ==Drink== Oran's nightlife is among the most thriving on the continent. The city has always been the capital of Algeria's parties and music. All night long, plenty of nightclubs, bars and cabarets are open and offer music, dance and partying in the city area seafront, called ''La Corniche'', which runs from the city's ''Front de Mer'' to the neighbouring cities of Aïn El Turk, Bou Sfer and El Ançor. All kinds of nightclubs can be found, from the very posh '''Arena''' at the Sheraton Hotel to more popular ones in the Corniche, such as '''Solazur''', '''Djawara''' and '''Neptune'''. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Le Raja Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=12 rue Arago Place des victoires | lat=35.701949 | long=-0.637314 | directions= | phone=+213 41 331431 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Sarl Hotel El-mansour | url= | email= | address=7 Rue Ozanam | lat= | long= | directions=Near le Cathedrale | phone=+213 41 295590 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=DA600 | checkin= | checkout= | content=The best among budget hotels in the town. Friendly staff, clean, shared bathroom, hot shower, air conditioning. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Residence Le Timgad | url= | email= | address=22 Bd Emir Abdelkader | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+213 41 294797 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=DA4600 | checkin= | checkout= | content=A 4-star hotel in the centre of the town, free wifi, breakfast, nice and big room with western standard facility. the only small problem is the staff speak little English but are very friendly, very good in French and Arabic. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Colombe | alt= | url=http://www.hotelcolombe.com | email=reservation@hotelcolombe.com | address=6 Boulevard Zabour Larbi | lat=35.692754 | long= -0.628158 | directions=Southeast of the train station, near the cathedral as well as the Palace of Cultures | phone=+213 41-466162 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Le Meridien Oran Hotel & Convention Center | url=http://www.lemeridienoran.com | email= | address=Les Genets, Chemin de Wilaya, Route 75 | lat=35.726948 | long=-0.591792 | directions= | phone=+213 41 984000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Situated on a high cliff with a stunning view over the Mediterranean Sea and the city centre of Oran. The hotel will form part of a larger complex including an adjacent conference and exhibition centre, and an oceanfront promenade. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Royal Hotel Oran | url=http://www.royalhoteloran.com | email=contact@royalhoteloran.com | address=1 Boulevard de la Soummam | lat=35.703330 | long=-0.647773 | directions=central Oran | phone=+213 41-981000 | tollfree= | fax=+213 41-296118 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Not far from the docks. }} * {{sleep | name=Sheraton Oran | alt=Four Points by Sheraton | url=https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ornfp-four-points-oran | email=sheraton.oran@sheraton.com | address=Boulevard du 19 Mars, Route des falaises | lat=35.71659 | long=-0.61062 | directions= | phone=+213-41-590100 | tollfree= | fax=+213-41-590101 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Prices start at DA14,250 |lastedit=2026-08-14| content=One of the fanciest hotels in Oran with breathtaking views of the ocean from each room. The hotel also features a complimentary airport shuttle, restaurants and a tennis court. }} ==Connect== ==Stay safe== Oran is considered a safe city. Just use some common sense: avoid wearing expensive jewellery or looking flashy, do not flash large quantities of cash, and avoid unfamiliar and deserted areas at night. If you walk in crowded streets or use a bus, keep a hand in your pockets. Women should avoid low-cut tops, midriffs, or shorts to avoid harassment (which almost always consists of comments, but nothing physical) although this is less of a problem than in other cities. Don't feel the need to be polite. == Cope == === Diplomatic missions === If you run into any trouble, or if you need assistance of any kind, head over to [[Algiers]]. * {{flag|France}} {{listing | name=France | alt=French Consulate General in Oran, Algeria | url=http://oran.consulfrance.org | email=afe.oran-cslt@diplomatie.gouv.fr | address=1 rue Aïmeur Brahim 31000, Oran, Algeria | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-12-29 | content= }} * {{flag|Spain}} {{listing | name=Spain | alt=Spanish Consulate General in Oran | url=http://www.exteriores.gob.es/consulados/oran | email=cog.oran@maec.es | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+213 41 33 21 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-12-29 | content= }} ==Go next== {{geo|35.696944|-0.633056}} {{IsPartOf|Northwest Algeria}} {{usablecity}} 4wvn2sd2quxsiuzhkjcf9pb4g6rarc2 0 26148 5328721 5243662 2026-08-15T09:53:59Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328721 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Oruro Carnaval.jpg}} '''Oruro''' is a city in the [[Oruro (department)|Oruro Department]] of [[Bolivia]]. [[File:Carnaval 2009 Oruro Bolivia 16.jpg|thumb|Celebrating Carnaval in Oruro]] ==Understand== Oruro is famous for its carnival. It's been a major mining centre and railway hub, but with the closing of the mine and with more and more rail connections ceasing the town is about to lose its importance. But only 3 hr and Bs. 15 by bus from La Paz, this is a nice getaway from the prices and stress of the capital. ==Get in== ===By bus=== * [[La Paz (Bolivia)|La Paz]] &ndash; There are frequent daily buses to Oruro (3~4 hours). The ticket is Bs. 15. * [[Cochabamba]] &ndash; Buses depart from there every 30 minutes. The trip takes 4~5 hours, and will cost around Bs. 25. * [[Challapata]] &ndash; Buses take about 2½ hours and cost Bs. 8. Faster and slightly more comfortable minivans do the distance in 90 minutes and at Bs. 12. * [[Uyuni]] &ndash; From Uyuni at 04:30, 09:00, 15:30, 17:00, 22:00, and 23:00. Night buses with semi cama costs Bs. 50 and takes about 6-7 hours. Reservations can be a good idea as the bus connects from La Paz. Beware that the road is quite bumpy at parts and it can get freezing cold, especially in June, July and August. Bring warm clothing! * [[Tupiza]] &ndash; From Tupiza at 10:00, 10:30, 12:00, 14:30, 16:30, 18:30, 20:00, 21:00 and 21:30. * [[Sajama National Park]] &ndash; Vans/servis travel between the {{marker|type=go|name=Tambo Quemado ''servis'' "bus station"|lat=-17.9867555|long=-67.1329530}} in Oruro (in the far southwest of the city at the ring road right next to the roundabout leading south out of the city) and Tambo Quemado (and thus the [[Sajama National Park#Get in|junction to the national park]]) four times a day (in either direction): 06:00, 10:00, 14:00, 18:00. They take 3 hr for the 270 km, and cost Bs. 45. ===By train=== * {{go | name=Estación trenes de Oruro | alt= | url=http://www.fca.com.bo | email=pasajeros@fca.com.bo | address= | lat=-17.974161|long=-67.110129 | directions= | phone=+591 2 5274605, +591 2 5275676 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-06-26 | content=The train station is centrally located on Velasco Galvarro street. Oruro is the current northern terminus for trains, there are two service from [[Uyuni]] and [[Villazon]], at the border with Argentina. The comfortable ''Expreso Sur'' and the more basic ''Wara Wara''. Each train has two departures every week. The website of the national carrier '''[http://www.fca.com.bo FCA]''' has a full timetable. }} The Oruro to Villazon connection timetable and prices from Oruro in the following: {| class="wikitable" |- ! Train !! Oruro !! Uyuni !! Atocha !! Tupiza !! Villazon |- | Expreso del Sur || Tu, F 14:30 || 21:20, Bs.&nbsp;60/120 || 23:45, Bs.&nbsp;81/180 || 03:00, Bs.&nbsp;107/239 || 06:05, Bs.&nbsp;126/279 |- | Wara Wara del Sur || W, Su 19:00 || 02:20, Bs.&nbsp;32/47/102 || 05:00, Bs.&nbsp;42/61/135 || 08:35, Bs.&nbsp;56/80/181 || 12:05, Bs.&nbsp;67/100/220 |} Classes/prices are ''popular'' (only Wara Wara) / ''salon'' / ''executive''. ''Executive'' also includes drinks but is basically the same as ''salon''. Sometimes Wara Wara del Sur just goes as ''salon'' without other options. '''As of 2018-02-18''', the route between Uyuni and Villazon is closed due to flooding. It is expected to reopen in October 2018. ==Get around== The streets are well planned and orientation is simple. The easily recognized Av. 6 de Agosto, featuring a railway track in the middle runs from north to south with the bus terminal in the north and the town center in the south. The center is small enough to get around by foot and micros heading to the main bus terminal cruise Av. 6 de Agosto, otherwise it's a ten minute walk. The main square garden (Plaza 10 de Febrero) is the reference for all the locals and visitors. The Virgen del Socavon temple, is where the carnival ends. It's situated in the west part of the city, and there you can also visit a little mining museum. In the south part of the city, you can find the zoo, where you can see some of the very exotic Andean wildlife. Oruro is a city fulfilled of legends and traditions. One of them tells the story about the origin of the carnival. {{mapframe|-17.9667|-67.1167|zoom=12}} ==See== * One of the best sight views is the '''Faro del Conchupata'''. * You can also visit '''El Cerrato''', also known as El Corazón de Jesús. * Near the zoo, in the south part of the city, there is a '''museum of ethnography and folklore'''. There you can see, how the ancient locals, the Chipayas, used to live. Also you can see an invaluable collection of carnival outfits, including masks. * 45 min from the center ville, there is a little town called '''Cala-Cala'''. There you can visit the Señor de Lagunas temple, some stone based prehistoric art. You can also visit some of the traces of our legends: * In the south part of the city, over the hills, you can see a long stone with a snake form. * Near Cala-Cala, at the east of the city, there is a mountain with the shape of a giant crocodile with the head cut-off. * Coming from the north, you can see a giant frog. * All around the city, there are some little sand monticles, made by the ants. ==Do== * See the train coming in the middle of the main road. Wait for it on the {{marker|type=around|name=bridge|lat=-17.96656|long=-67.10744}} about 1.5 hr before its departure. * A '''walk up on the hills''' surrounding the town is an easy and nice excursion offering decent views. Bring ice cream and water. * The '''Carnival''' occurs before Ash Wednesday which can be anywhere between February 4th and March 10th. ==Buy== ==Eat== Fastfood places serving cheap burgers, chicken and ''papas fritas'' are found just about everywhere. They are especially common around the bus station. One fancier restaurant in the International Park Hotel connected to the bus station, all others in the same bracket are in the center. * '''Govinda''', 6 de Octubre 6071. Ambitious vegetarian restaurant with a hare-krishna and müsli-sch approach to life. The whole menu is not always available, best to be there at lunch. Mains are Bs. 6 to 12. * {{eat | name=Negritos | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Two blocks from the main plaza, along Bolivar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Uninspired menu with some lighter food and drinks. One of a few options providing WiFi in town. Password as of November 2010: negrito8 }} * {{eat | name=Bravo's Pizza | url= | email= | address=Bolivar | lat= | long= | directions=A few blocks from the main plaza, along Bolivar | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Bs. 20-50 | content=Pleasant environment with decent food. Specializes in pizzas. }} * {{eat | name=Nayjama | alt= | url= | email= | address=Corner of Pagador and Aldana | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Bs. 80-130 | content=Slightly more expensive restaurant with many meat dishes such as entrecote and lamb. Food nothing special though. }} * {{eat | name=Pizzeria d'Serigo | url= | email= | address=Plaza 10 de febrero | lat= | long= | directions=On Calle La Plata, opposite the park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Bs. 35-45 | content=Good pizzas at reasonable prices. Try the d'Sergio special which is very good value for money. }} * {{eat | name=El Fogon | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Corner opposite the bus station exit | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Bs. 25-50 | content=Typical Bolivian food with generous portions. Try the Pique for a meal that will fill you on that long bus ride to Uyuni. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== Budget accommodation in the center is surprisingly rare, and either the options are far below any known standard or prices start at Bs. 80. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Residencial (El Imperia de Carlos) | alt= | url= | email= | address=La Plata 6364 | lat=-17.9726764 | long=-67.1154688 | directions=Following the street directly from the train station up the hill, when the road end after 1 km, it is to your left. | phone=+591 70429279, +591 5258446 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Bs. 40 pp | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-05-31 | content=The best and probably one of only a few acceptable options to stay inexpensive and likewise comfortable in Oruro. Includes WiFi. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Bernal | alt= | url=http://www.hoteloruro.com | email= | address=Av. Brasil 701 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+591 25279468 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Cheap option if you're spending the night to grab a bus the next morning. The clean rooms have cable TV. }} * {{sleep | name=Alojamiento Rosen | alt= | url= | email= | address=21 de Enero No. 240 | lat= | long= | directions=right across the street from the main entrance to the bus station | phone=+591 25277833 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Twins for Bs. 30 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-05-31 | content=Very basic, shared bath, no shower. }} * {{sleep | name=Residencial 21 de Abril | url= | email= | address=Montecinos No. 198 entre Velasco Galvarro y 6 de Agosto. | lat= | long= | directions=Exiting the bus terminal go two blocks to the right to the street Velasco Galvarro, take a left and follow V.G until you find Calle Montecino. The hotel is on the first block to the right. | phone= +591 718-43427 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Private room with shared bath Bs. 50 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Quite basic but clean and with hot water. Cable in the rooms (which tend to go in a green color scale!). }} * {{sleep | name=Alojimiento Copacabana | url= | email= | address=Velasco Galvarro | lat= | long= | directions=Opposite the train station, between streets Murguia and José Ballivan | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Price for a room with two beds Bs. 35 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Decently clean rooms with shared bath. Some rooms are very small at 2x2m. Manned reception which makes the place feel safe. }} ===Mid-range to splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Briggs | alt= | url=http://www.s-hotelbriggs.com.bo/ | email= | address=Washington N° 1206 | lat=-17.966600 | long=-67.115212 | directions= | phone=+591 2 5251724 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2016-05-15 | content= }} * '''Hotel Sucre''', situated at 6 de Octubre street, near Sucre street. * '''Hotel San Felipe de Austria''', Av. San Felipe between 6 de Octubre and Soria Galvarro. * '''Hotel Terminal''', In the bus station. * '''Hotel Plaza''', situated in the main plaza. * {{sleep | name=Hotel Eden | alt= | url=http://www.hoteledenbolivia.com | email= | address=Bolivar N° 777 | lat=-17.970145 | long=-67.115166 | directions=Corner of Bolivar street and Presidente Montes. | phone=+591 2 5210671 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2016-05-15 | content=The newest and finest hotel in town. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Repostero | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-17.971692 | long=-67.111715 | directions=On Sucre street | phone=+591 75907589 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2016-05-15 | content=No heating, bedroom/bathroom quality is variable. Very friendly staff. }} ==Go next== * Several bus companies run '''buses to''' [[Iquique]] and [[Arica]] in '''Chile''' from the main bus terminal. Trans Salvador is very comfortable and charge Bs. 90 for the trip, including a simple meal. The trip takes 10-14 hr depending on how busy the border crossing at Tambo Quemado is. Don't bring any food across the border as there is X-ray searches at Chungara on the Chilean side. * [[Sajama National Park]] &ndash; A beautiful Andean landscapes, hidden gem with the highest peak in Bolivia, Nevada Sajama, which can be climbed with a tour, and many more trekking and nature watching opportunities. Buses leave from the [[#Get in|Tambo Quemado ''servis'' bus station]] in the far southwest of the city at the ring road right next to the roundabout leading south out of the city. {{usablecity}} {{isPartOf|Oruro (department)}} {{geo|-17.9667|-67.1167}} gtooqlfi20dtau2b76sidzi422rn3dm 0 26548 5328477 5265098 2026-08-14T18:29:07Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* Archaeological site */ 5328477 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg|unesco_whs=yes}} Located in [[Chiapas]], the [[Maya civilization|Mayan]] ruined city of '''Palenque''' stands out as one of the most beautiful and tourist-friendly of the Mayan cities. It has well developed tourist infrastructure with easy accessibility and a spectacular setting on a mountain in the midst of a rainforest. Beautiful architecture, unique in the Maya world, and well-preserved reliefs integrate with natural landscape to provide an educational tour with impact. Numerous discoveries were made in Palenque, defining a large chunk of the known history and mythology of the ancient Mayan culture. The site is still being actively explored and renown archaeologists from around the world come to research new theories about the Mesoamerican world. Mythology names King U-Ch'ix-K'an as the ruler of Palenque in 993 BC, but the physical evidence found to date shows the city to have thrived between 226 BC and 800 AD. Either way, it's old. Set amidst thick trees, Palenque still evokes some of the wonder that the early Spanish visitors must have felt when they first came across the ruins. The ruins are set deep in a [[Mexico national parks|national park]], with tropical rainforests surrounding the archaeological site. Both the ruins and the park are inscribed on the [[UNESCO World Heritage List]]. * ==Understand== ===Archaeological site=== [[File:Temple of the Sun and Temple XIV (right) - Palenque Maya Site, Feb 2020.jpg|thumb|Temple of the Sun at Palenque]] Palenque is a medium-sized archaeological site, much smaller than [[Tikal]] or [[Yaxchilan]], but it contains some of the finest sculpture, architecture, roof combs, and bas-relief carvings of the Mayan era. The site's many carvings (stelae and lintels) provide fertile source material for historians to study as they seek to understand the site's past. As was common at the time, Palenque was frequently at war with rival city-states, such as [[Calakmul]] and [[Toniná]] (whose warriors sacked the city in the early 8th century AD). Palenque is a well-developed site that's been extensively explored and documented (it's often regarded as the most studied site in the Americas.) Despite the number of excavations, only a small part of the total archaeological site is seen by the public. Almost 90% of the original Mayan city remains hidden in the jungle, awaiting a future generation of archaeologists to uncover even more secrets. Some highlights of the site include: * '''Temple of the Inscriptions''' - pyramid where the tomb of Pacal the Great was found, many carvings for historians to study * '''Temples of the Cross''' - three temples set atop three pyramids in a building cluster, Temple of the Cross, Temple of the Sun, and Temple of the Foliated Cross * '''Palace''' - home of royalty, contains an observatory, spa baths, and a sauna. It's good to be the king. ===National park=== Surrounding the ancient Mayan ruins are 1,772 hectares of tropical jungle, intended as a buffer area for the site and to preserve the forest environment, providing habitat for native plants and animals. The park includes several waterfalls and a camping area. More than 1,500 species have been catalogued in the [[Mexico national parks|national park]], including 62 mammal species. In addition to jaguars, monkeys, and other species commonly associated with tropical jungles, the park is home to over two dozen different kinds of bats (which make up the largest family of mammalians in the park). About 300 bird species have been spotted in the Nacional Parque Palenque, 87 of which are migratory species and the rest live in the park year round. Lots of reptiles and amphibians are found in the park including 29 species of frog and 52 species of snake. Two species of crocodile (''Crocodylus acutus'') and (''Crocodylus moreletti'') are found in the park's rivers and marshes -- and both are endangered. ===Town=== [[File:Palenque Parque Central.JPG|thumb|Parque Central in town of Palenque]] The town of Palenque is just 8 km from the archaeological site. It was established by Dominican missionaries under the leadership of Fray Pedro Lorenzo in 1567, yet it would be 300 years before the friars learned about the ruins and reported their existence to the Spanish crown. Numerous expeditions ensued over the years, making Palenque one of the best explored and best documented of the Maya city-states. The town grew along with the reputation of its Maya treasures. The town of Palenque is large for the state of Chiapas with a charming colonial centro and a large number of quaint older posadas and good restaurants that present the regional cuisine of Chiapas. A number of boutique shops and an artesan market showcase some of the crafts and artists of the local community. Recognizing the touristic value of Palenque, the tourism department of the federal government designated the town a [[Pueblos Mágicos|Pueblo Mágico]] in 1987. ===Waterfalls=== [[File:Misolha idyllic.jpg|thumb|Misol-Ha waterfall in Palenque]] Palenque is famous for its spectacular waterfalls. There are three falls that are worth making a special effort to visit. These take some time and effort to reach so it would be wise to schedule a visit on a different day than you visit the ruins, which will easily take a full day to experience. The easiest way to visit these waterfalls is to arrange a day tour in the town of Palenque. You can visit on your own but it will be a hassle to figure out how to get in and out of the area around the falls and how to use combis for transportation. The tours are cheap and convenient and give travellers an added measure of safety since the falls are in a rural area outside the safety of Palenque. Tours to the waterfalls of Misol Ha and Agua Azul cost about MX$500 (March 2025). They usually pick guests up at their hotel at noon and return to Palenque at around 7 pm. The tours give you about 30 minutes at Misol Ha, which is a decent amount of time explore everything, and 2.5 hours at Agua Azul, which is quite a lot of time to kill there, especially because there is no cellphone service. Tour operators pool their guests to fill up the vans and some don't even operate their own vans and just resell other operators' tours. They might also combine different tours and exchange guests between vans during the tour. These companies are confirmed to operate their own vans (but they will still cooperate with other companies as described above): *Transportadora Turistica Tulum, Central Pte. S/n-Local 11, Centro, 29960 Palenque *Kichan Bajlum, Av. Juárez S/N, Centro, 29960 Palenque, https://www.kichantravel.com/ [[File:Agua Azul (14179587600).jpg|thumb|Agua Azul waterfall]] The three major waterfalls are: * '''Misol Ha''' - highest of the three falls with a dramatic 35-foot fall that's great for pictures, close to town and easily reached by public combis * '''Agua Azul''' - most popular of the waterfalls due to its bright blue water (as the name implies), many vendors * '''Roberto Barrios''' - best swimming of the three falls, but most remote location and smallest crowds There is an admission charge for some of the waterfalls (Misol-Ha charged M$30 in June 2022). Keep in mind that wet rocks around waterfalls can be slippery. Rubber sole shoes or watershoes are recommended. ===Climate=== The national park ranges in altitude between 200 and 800 meters with a climate typical of low-lying tropical jungles. Expect hot temperatures averaging 26°C and high humidity. Torrential downpours can occur at any time of year, but are most common in the summer months. ==Get in== ===By plane=== {{go | name=Palenque Airport | alt={{IATA|PQM}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=17.535042 | long=-92.015133 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4342531 | lastedit=2025-01-15 | content=Mexicana flies to Palenque from Mexico City's AIFA airport (Santa Lucia) ({{IATA|NLU}}). Flights operate on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. }} The closest alternative airport is Villahermosa ({{IATA|VSA}}), about two hours away by road. Tuxtla Gutiérrez ({{IATA|TGZ}}), is five to six hours away by bus. Merida ({{IATA|MID}}) is about 5 hours away by car. All three alternative airports are well serviced with flights from [[Mexico City]] and other points in Mexico. ===By bus=== {{go | name=Central de Autobuses ADO | alt=ADO Bus Station | url= | email= | address=Palenque Pakalná, Tulija LB | lat=17.50839 | long=-91.98994 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-11-26 | content= }} The easiest way to get to Palenque is by bus. There are many buses daily from [[San Cristobal de las Casas]] (4 daily, 8-9 hours), [[Tuxtla Gutiérrez]] (six hours), [[Villahermosa]] (2.5 hours), [[Merida (Yucatan)|Merida]] (8-9 hours), [[Campeche]] (5 hours), [[Cancún]] (13 hours). Daily (one or two buses) also ply from [[Mexico City]] (16 hours), [[Oaxaca (city)|Oaxaca]] (15 hours), [[Playa del Carmen]] (12 hours), and [[Tulum]] (12 hours). For whatever reason, ADO shows an address in Tenosique instead of Palenque for its terminal on its homepage. Their customer service doesn't seem to be aware of this issue and you will probably get a confused response if you ask for clarification. Don't worry, the terminal is indeed in Palenque. It is also possible to get to Palenque from [[Flores (Guatemala)|Flores]] in Guatemala by bus (6 hr, leaving Flores daily at 05:00, US$35). Buses to and from [[Guatemala]] have their own terminal next door to the main ADO terminal. ===By train=== [[File:Estación Palenque del Tren Maya 10.jpg|thumb|Tren Maya in the Palenque station]] The new ''Tren Maya'' intercity railway has its terminus station at Palenque. Passengers can use the train for comfortable, easy transportation from [[Cancún]], [[Tulum]], [[Chetumal]], [[Mérida (Mexico)|Merida]], [[Campeche]], or other stations along the loop through the Yucatan Peninsula. Schedules and tickets are available on the [https://trenmaya.gob.mx official Tren Maya web site]. Palenque is also a terminus station for the ''Ferrocarril Transístmico'', which will provide passenger trains to [[Coatzacoalcos]] in [[Veracruz (state)|Veracruz]] and onward connections to [[Salina Cruz]] in [[Oaxaca (state)]]. Somewhat confusingly, there are ''two'' railway stations with virtually identical names but servicing different trains. [[File:1 Palenque.png|left|valign=top|50px]] * {{go | name=Pakal Ná-Palenque railway station | alt=Estación de Pakal Ná-Palenque | url=https://trenmaya.gob.mx | email= | address= | lat=17.543141 | long=-91.989341 | directions=North on MEX 199, about 2 KM | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q111757281 | lastedit=2025-07-31 | content=Built on the old airport, this is the main railway station in Palenque where ''Tren Maya'' services terminate. Full-service station with ticket sales, baggage check, shops and food vendors and an open-air waiting area. }} * {{go | name=Pakal Ná railway station | alt=Estación de Pakal Ná | url=https://www.pasajerosinteroceanico.com.mx/inicio | email= | address= | lat=17.5430 | long=-91.9891 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-07-31 | content=Located at the site on the old railway line, this is where ''Ferrocarril Transístmico'' (Line FA) services terminate. Departing passengers can use the train to travel to [[Coatzacoalcos]]. }} === By Shuttle === ADO buses between Palenque and San Cristobal de las Casas take a 450km route via Villahermosa and Tuxla Guttierez. Some companies are offering a scenic shuttle service on the shorter 190km route, stopping at Misol Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls, before continuing on to San Cristobal on a different minibus. See [https://www.aboutsancristobal.com/transportation/palenquetosancristobal.php here] for an example. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} The ruins are about 6 km from the town of Palenque and minibuses run between the town and the "Ruinas" every 10 to 15 minutes (MX$30, March 2025) during the day. Flag one on Benito Juárez or just after the roundabout outside the ADO bus station, although, it might be a better option to flag it in Benito Juárez if you plan to go early in the morning. On the way back, catch one at the main gate or near the museum. === Taxi === DiDi and Uber do not operate in Palenque. To order an official taxi, send a WhatsApp message to +52 916 124 54 42 or call +52 916 120 90 85. ==See== [[Image:View of the Palenque ruins.jpg|thumb|View of Palenque ruins]][[Image:Palenque Temple 2006.jpg|thumb|Palenque temple]] * {{see | name=Archeological ruins | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=17.4847139 | long=-92.0457272 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=MX$100 to the INAH and MX$215 to the government (March 2025). These tickets are bought separately at the museum which is about 1.3 km from the actual entrance. After the ticket office is a counter which sells shuttle tickets to the ruins. The cost for a round trip ticket is MX$60 (March 2025). | lastedit= | content= }} * {{see | name=Motiepa Waterfall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=17.4869386 | long=-92.0502822 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=These waterfalls are inside the archaeological site. }} * {{see | name=Sombrillas Waterfalls | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=17.4872286 | long=-92.0434118 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=These waterfalls are inside the archaeological site. }} ==Do== The village has a lovely, tree-sheltered zocalo where bands will play in the evening. Join the villagers for a drink on the square. ==Buy== You can get some Maya-style artwork from outdoor vendors who set up unobtrusively at the ruins. There are shops and an artesania market in the town. ==Eat== ===Budget=== ====City center==== * {{eat | name=Pollos La Brasa | alt= | url= | email= | address=2a. Avenida Sur Pte. 121 | lat=17.5083099 | long= -91.9858781 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name=La Huasteca | alt= | url= | email= | address=Central Pte. 48 | lat=17.5091720 | long=-91.9832012 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Taqueria "Los Pastorcitos" | alt= | url= | email= | address=Central Ote. | lat=17.5087601 | long=-91.9795658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name= Cocina del Tio Fide| alt= | url= | email= | address=Siglo XXI | lat=17.5075969 | long= -91.9901941 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Claveles Pizza | alt= | url= | email= | address=C. Jiménez | lat=17.5079128 | long= -91.9809176 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Caracol De Jade | alt= | url= | email= | address=1a. Ote. Nte. 2 | lat=17.5092503 | long=-91.9802974 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content= }} ====Near the archeological site==== * {{eat | name=Don Muchos | alt= | url= | email= | address=Carretera Ruinas-Palenque Km. 4.5 | lat=17.490907 | long=-92.024635 | directions=within El Panchán complex | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Panchan | alt= | url= | email= | address=Carr. Palenque-Ruinas Km 4,5 | lat= 17.4910155 | long= -92.0241706 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content=Great stone-oven pizzas and live music. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{eat | name= Restaurante Maya Cañada | alt= | url= | email= | address=Primera Avenida Nte. Pte. 10 | lat=17.5093798 | long=-91.9884925 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Langostino | alt= | url= | email= | address=2a. Avenida Nte. Pte | lat=17.5099019 | long=-91.9813951 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Marino | alt= | url= | email= | address=1a. Ote. Nte. | lat= 17.5101063 | long=-91.9806662 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * {{eat | name= La Selva Restaurante | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle, 7A. Poniente Sur | lat=17.5062239 | long=-91.9897146 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-01 | content= }} * Tropitaco - A legendary local taco diner. Be sure to try the tropitaco special, which is with pineapple slices. ===Splurge=== ==Drink== If you like nightlife and having a few drinks in the evening, the best place to drink is in the center of Palenque (el centro), near the Parque Central. There are several good bars in the area and it's a safe, pleasant place to walk in the evening. Palenque is a small town so most of the places close down far too early for sophisticated city folk. ===Near Parque Central=== * {{drink | name=Las Tinajas | alt= | url= | email= | address=C. Abasolo s/n, Centro | lat=17.508658 | long=-91.981747 | directions= | phone=+52 9163454970 | tollfree= | hours=07:00 - 23:00 | price= | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Serves pizza and light food, drinks are nothing fancy, mostly beer and tequila (straight up...don't be asking for no fancy mixed drinks here!). }} * {{drink | name=Zanate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Central Sur s/n, Centro | lat=17.509343 | long=-91.980966 | directions=across the street from Parque Central | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Loud and lively with frequent live music. Popular local party spot. }} * {{drink | name=Micheladas la palenk-na | alt= | url= | email= | address=2a Av. Sur Pte., Centro | lat=17.508374 | long=-91.981987 | directions=50 meters west of Central Sur | phone= | tollfree= | hours=13:00 - 23:00 | price= | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Specializes in michelada, beer mixed with a spicy red chile blend known only to the bartender. Casual, friendly atmosphere. Cheap prices. }} * {{drink | name=Bar la Matraca | alt= | url= | email= | address=2a. Avenida Nte. Pte. 63, Centro | lat=17.510014 | long=-91.982756 | directions=Around the corner from Telmex building | phone=+52 9161199922 | tollfree= | hours=12:00 - 20:00 | price= | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Basic guy's beer bar. Dark atmosphere and only national beer brands. }} ===Near the ruins=== * {{drink | name=Noshito's Bar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Carr. Palenque-Ruinas KM4.5 | lat=17.490990 | long=-92.023466 | directions=turn in where you see the sign for El Pachon | phone= | tollfree= | hours=15:00 - 03:00 | price= | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Rustic palapa bar with friendly atmosphere and strong cocktails. }} ==Sleep== Sleeping accommodation can be found either in the city of Palenque, or just outside the limits on the road to the national park. Camping is permitted in the national park. ===Near ruins=== * {{sleep | name=Maya Bell | alt= | url=https://mayabell.mx/ | email= | address=Carretera Palenque-Ruinas KM 6 | lat=17.48812878220437 | long=-92.04307079640158 | directions= | phone=+ 52 916 688 0017 | price=M$700 and up | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Very near the ruins and has many options to stay, from hammocks to cabins inside the jungle. Showers, restaurant with live music and shows during the night, a big swimming pool and parking space, also for RVs. }} * {{sleep | name=El Panchan | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/El-Panchan-101456951263126/ | email= | address=Carr. Palenque-Ruinas Km 4,5 | lat=17.491839817162816 | long=-92.02528945407222 | directions= | phone=+52 916 112 8338 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=It is relatively near the ruins and has cabanas and small cabins and common sleeping areas with hammocks. A cabana with access to a common showers and bathrooms facility is M$80. The little Otulum river runs through the location. Restaurant on-site. }} * {{sleep | name=Jungle Palace | url=https://www.facebook.com/Jungle-palace-El-Panchan-107770689323080/ | email= | address=Carr. Palenque-Ruinas KM4.5 | lat=17.49092910173438 | long=-92.022875466118 | directions=In El Panchan | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorms M$70, Camping M$30, Cabaña (for 4) from M$200 | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Offers mixed budget accommodation from camping, dorms, and small cabañas all with shared bathroom. Showers have hot water. Restaurant on-site. }} * {{sleep | name=Cabañas Kin Balam | alt= | url=http://www.kin-balam.com/ | email= | address=Ruinas-Palenque Km 4.5, Parque Nacional Palenque | lat=17.494213 | long=-92.023556 | directions= | phone=+52 9166880011 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=M$500 (extra for private bath and/or air conditioning) | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Rustic cabins close to the archaeological site. Great value for the budget traveler. }} * {{sleep | name=Margarita and Ed's Cabañas | alt= | url=https://margaritaandedcabanas.blogspot.com/ | email= | address=Carretera Las Ruinas Km 4.5 El Panchán | lat=17.49107 | long=-92.02369 | directions=Reception kiosk at entrance to El Panchán complex. Rooms in jungle beyond Don Mucho's restaurant | phone=+52 9162787650 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00-23:00 | checkout=07:00-11:00 | price=550MXN/double with fan | lastedit=2023-11-26 | content=A selection of cabanas, rustic and modern rooms in a jungle setting, all with private bathroom, hot water and fans, some with AC. No Wi-Fi or mobile coverage, but Wi-Fi available at nearby Don Mucho's restaurant, which serves all the El Panchán accommodation choices. }} ===In town=== * {{sleep | name=Posada Na'Chan Ka'an | alt= | url= | email= | address=2a. Avenida Sur Pte (Av. 20 de Noviembre) | lat=17.50859099695875 | long=-91.98481187251272 | directions=In the city center at the corner where the colectivos for the ruins leave | phone=+52 9163454737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=24 hr | checkout=by 12:00 | price=Dorms M$400 | content=Very friendly, clean budget spot in the town of Palenque. Laundry, free internet and Wi-Fi. Hot water (also in dorms). Baggage locker. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Maya Tulipanes | alt= | url=http://www.mayatulipanes.com/ | email= | address=1ra Av Norte Poniente No. 6, La Cañada | lat=17.509802 | long=-91.988898 | directions= | phone=+52 916 3450201 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=M$2000 (Jan 2023) | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Clean, comfortable, secure, upscale hotel. Restaurant on site. Relaxing outdoor pool area with umbrellas and tables. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Maya Palenque | alt= | url=https://maya-palenque.hotelb3.com/ | email= | address=Merle Green y Av. Juárez Col, La Cañada | lat=17.508934 | long=-91.989433 | directions=across the street from main ADO bus terminal | phone=+52 9163450780 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00 | price=M$2000 | lastedit=2023-01-12 | content=Modern, comfortable hotel on the main highway. }} ==Go next== === To the south === [[San Cristóbal de las Casas|San Crisobal de las Casas]] - ADO buses between Palenque and San Cristobal de las Casas take a 450km route via Villahermosa and Tuxla Guttierez. Some companies are offering a scenic shuttle service on the shorter 190km route, stopping at Misol Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls, before continuing on to San Cristobal on a different minibus. See [https://www.aboutsancristobal.com/transportation/palenquetosancristobal.php here] for an example. You can also head to Ocosingo (either for a stopover to Tonina Archeological Park or as a transfer point for [[San Cristóbal de las Casas|San Cristobal.]] There is a whole street of collectivos just south of the central market. Price 140 MXN (as of October 2025). === To the east === It is about a six hour trip by shuttle/van from Palenque to [[Flores (Guatemala)|Flores]]. Different companies depart at different hours. Other ruins in the general area are [[Yaxchilan]] and [[Bonampak]]. These can be arranged by day trip or overnighter with any agency in town. The town of [[Catazajá]] is about 20 minutes north of Palenque. It is home to a large lake and provides access to bus routes to Villahermosa and Campeche. {{guidecity}} {{IsPartOf|Chiapas}} {{geo|17.483978|-92.046328}} 1ofwwguvgu09a9f78wrj77z67e4jmft 0 26623 5328432 5323327 2026-08-14T17:19:01Z Borgenland 2282829 /* By train */ 5328432 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Pampanga Pinatubo crater lake.jpg}} '''Pampanga''' is a province in the [[Central Luzon]] region of the [[Philippines]]. Dubbed as the "Culinary Capital of the Philippines"; it used to host the largest American military facility outside the United States, which has been converted to a major business and tourism hub. == Regions == The province is roughly divided into four parts. * '''Northern Pampanga''' – includes the municipalities of [[Arayat]] and [[Magalang]] and the cities of [[Angeles]] and Mabalacat. * '''[[Southwest Pampanga]]''' – includes the municipalities of [[Bacolor]], [[Floridablanca]], [[Guagua]], [[Lubao]], [[Porac]], [[Santa Rita]] and Sasmuan. * '''Central Pampanga''' – consists of the municipalities of [[Mexico (Pampanga)|Mexico]], Santa Ana, Santo Tomas, [[Minalin]], and the component city of [[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]. * '''Eastern Pampanga''' – composed of the municipalities of [[Candaba]], San Luis, San Simon, [[Apalit]], [[Macabebe]], and Masantol. ==Cities== Pampanga is divided into 3 cities and 19 municipalities administratively, but many are too small to be handled in this guide. Some of the most prominent locations are: {{mapframe}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]|wikidata=Q55740}} — provincial capital, known for its ''parols'' (star-shaped Christmas lanterns) and its Lenten rites involving a realistic reenactment of Jesus' crucifixion *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Angeles]]|wikidata=Q55741}} — economic center, with a lively nightlife scene; our guide for this city includes [[Mabalacat]], as it has Clark Freeport and the airport *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Apalit]]|wikidata=Q55693}} — traditional gateway to Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Arayat]]|wikidata=Q55694|lat=15.1504|long=120.7697}} — a town in the shadow of the massive dormant volcano in which it was named. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacolor]]|wikidata=Q55696}} — a town famous for its buildings half-sunk by mudflows from Mount Pinatubo *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Candaba]]|wikidata=Q55699}} — a town famous for its eponymous wetlands *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Floridablanca]]|wikidata=Q55700}} — Home of Basa Air Base. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Guagua]]|wikidata=Q55702}} — the traditional commercial center of the area *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Lubao]]|wikidata=Q55705}} — Home of the Macapagal dynasty that produced two Philippine presidents. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Macabebe]]|wikidata=Q55707}} — coastal town at the mouth of the Pampanga River. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Magalang]]|wikidata=Q55709}} — agricultural town sandwiched between Mount Arayat, Angeles and Tarlac province. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexico]]|wikidata=Q55712}} — suburb of San Fernando. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Minalin]]|wikidata=Q55717}} — Egg capital of Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Porac]]|wikidata=Q55721}} — a municipality at the foothills of Mount Pinatubo Angeles is considered independent from the province, but is part of Pampanga geographically and culturally. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Mount Arayat]]|lat=15.203|long=120.738}} - Dormant volcano that dominates the Central Luzon landscape. *{{marker|name=[[Mount Pinatubo]]|lat=15.1438|long=120.3485}} - Dormant volcano, noted for its 1991 eruption that caused devastation on some parts of the province as well as global temperature drops ==Understand== Pampanga's name is derived from the Kapampangan word ''pampang'' ("riverbank"). Apart from its western boundary with Zambales and Mount Arayat in the northeast, the province is mostly flat, crossed by the eponymous Pampanga River. Pampanga does have its colorful history, from Spanish colonization to the eruption of Mount Pinatubo. Pampanga used to cover what is now Central Luzon region during Spanish times. Founded in 1571 by royal decree, it included all of present-day [[Bulacan]], [[Nueva Ecija]], [[Bataan]], [[Aurora (province)|Aurora]], and parts of [[Quezon (province)|Quezon]], [[Tarlac]], and [[Zambales]]. The province had its share of peasant revolts and led the [[Philippine Revolution]] between 1896 and 1898, and its role is commemorated in the Philippine flag. In the 20th century, Pampanga was ravaged by the Philippine-American War, World War II, the Huk Rebellion and the New People's Army Rebellion. After independence, Pampanga underwent rapid economic and social changes brought about by the American presence at Clark Air Base. Pampanga was worst affected by the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo, that buried parts of the province under ash and lahar. Despite this and the American withdrawal later that year, Pampanga continued to diversify its economic portfolio from one virtually reliant on agriculture and the US military to include the industrial and services sector. Since the 1990s, parts of the province resemble a miniature of Metro Manila with its skyscrapers (particularly in the Angeles-Mabalacat-San Fernando axis), and Clark Airport, now an alternate gateway to the nation’s capital. ==Get in== The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) cuts through the heart of Pampanga from Metro Manila before merging with Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) in Clark. NLEX has exits in San Simon, San Fernando, Mexico, Angeles and Mabalacat (Dau and Mabiga), while SCTEX has exits in Clark (North and South), Porac and Floridablanca. Major national roads include MacArthur Highway, the heavily congested thoroughfare parallel to NLEX, and the perpendicular Gapan-Olongapo Road, also known in Pampanga as Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA). ===By train=== Train services to Pampanga ended in 1988, but since the 2020s construction is ongoing to build the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR), a high-speed railway line from Manila to Clark that will also have stations in Angeles proper, San Fernando, Santo Tomas and Apalit. ===By plane=== Clark International Airport ({{IATA|CRK}}) in Angeles has flights to most domestic and international destinations, and is more convenient than [[Ninoy Aquino International Airport]] to the south. Clark Airport is well served by low cost carriers. ===By bus=== There are many buses passing through Pampanga, mostly headed for Ilocos, Bataan, Nueva Ecija and Zambales. Most buses will stop at the major cities of Angeles, Mabalacat (usually listed as Dau) or San Fernando, both having central bus stations (though some companies serving San Fernando still have their own dedicated terminals). There are also express buses from Metro Manila to Clark Airport. ==Get around== Pampanga is at the crossroads of two expressways. The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) from Metro Manila terminates at Mabalacat, where it joins with the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX). Apart from this, San Fernando is a crossroads for two key perpendicular components of the Luzon highway network running across Pampanga, namely the MacArthur Highway (Manila North Road) passing through Apalit, San Simon, Minalin, Santo Tomas, San Fernando, Angeles and Mabalacat on its way to Tarlac and the Ilocos Region, and Gapan-Olongapo Road, also known in Pampanga as Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA), passing through Arayat, Santa Ana, Mexico, San Fernando, Bacolor, Guagua and Lubao. Secondary roads connecting outlying towns branch out from these thoroughfares. The stretch of MacArthur Highway running between Angeles and San Fernando is notorious for its rush-hour traffic, and in some cases, particularly during the December holidays, the {{km|20}} journey could take up to six hours to finish. Likewise, traffic congestion is also a periodic problem in JASA due to varying road width. The road has six lanes from Lubao to San Fernando, but narrows down to two from Mexico to Arayat. There is an extensive jeepney and minibus network covering the entire province, though the frequency of trips to outlying towns bypassed by the national highway network are fewer, while Sasmuan and downtown San Simon are only accessible by tricycles from neighboring towns. The main hub is in San Fernando, followed by Angeles (sometimes listed as Dau in neighboring Mabalacat) and Guagua. ==Talk== People in Pampanga speak [[Kapampangan phrasebook|Kapampangan]], sometimes written with a “C”. It looks like a divergent dialect of [[Tagalog]] to the unfamiliar, but it is more closely related to the indigenous languages in [[Zambales]] and even northern Luzon than to Tagalog. English and Tagalog is well understood. Tagalog is generally spoken in areas bordering Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and Bataan. Native Kapampangans, however, generally speak in Tagalog to outsiders. Kapampangan publications and signage is hard to find, except in a few towns and Angeles, where it has been made an official language alongside English and Tagalog. There are Korean speaking-tourist police in Angeles on account of its large Korean expat population. ==See== *'''[[Angeles City]]''' is a thriving city often compared to the Philippine capital and largest city, Manila. The city is a booming nightlife center and tourist destination, while the adjoining Clark Freeport Zone is the site of world-class resorts, casinos, duty-free shops, and beautifully landscaped golf courses. Its capital, Balibago, is especially known for its bars and nightclubs, thus tagged the "Entertainment Capital of Central Luzon." *'''[[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]''' is known for its giant lanterns and it annually holds a "Giant Lantern Festival" in December. Among legions of Catholics, it is known for its annual re-enactment of Christ's "Crucifixion on Good Friday". Also, "Hilaga Philippines" is found here. It is a tourism village where the wealth, character, and culture of the four northern regions of Luzon are pooled to provide every visitor the virtual experience of a visit to the north. *'''Mabalacat''' has an airfield where the first attacks by kamikaze suicide pilots were launched on 20 October 1944. Commanded by Vice-Admiral Takjuro Ohnishi, it was an attempt to destroy hundreds of ships of the Allied forces in the Pacific Ocean, killing thousands of US sailors and soldiers. "The Memorial and Kamikaze Peace Shrine" marks the site of the old runway and it is frequently visited by tourists, especially Japanese. *'''[[Porac]]''' is known for its natural sites such as the Dara and Miyamit Falls, as well as the Porac Highlands. It is equally popular for being a lahar-stricken town brought about by the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption and subsequent flooding of rivers with lahar (a mixture of rainwater and volcanic ash and outfall) that severely eroded river banks and destroyed bridges and low-lying areas. Trekking through Porac is a way to reach Mount Pinatubo's peak, a seven-hour slog to the slopes of Mount Pinatubo via the Pasig-Potrero River in Barangay Mancatian while traversing fast streams, prolific waterfalls, and fantastic lahar landscapes. *'''[[Arayat]]''' is known for its majestic Mt. Arayat and a natural park complete with exquisite swimming pools, spa, recreational halls, and picnic huts. One would be delighted to experience the cool breeze and natural spring water that falls from the mountain. Have an optional tour of "Mt. Arayat National Park" for a short mountain climb and swimming in natural pools. *'''[[Candaba]]''' is known for its "Bird Watching Tour," the staging and wintering area for thousands of birds from October-April of every year and it offers the only organized bird watching tour in the region. It serves as a bird sanctuary and a haven for migratory birds, such as egrets and wild ducks during winter in China. Indigenous ones like the rare ''salaksak'' and ''batala'' are to be seen as well. Aside from bird watching, cruise down the province's river of life, the Pampanga River. *'''[[Guagua]]''' takes its pride for having Pampanga's most beautiful church, the Betis Church, which is a fascinating work of architecture with its classic altar in antique-carved design and decor blending with religious frescoes reminiscent of neoclassical works of European art. Built in 1754, this church has impressive paintings on its ceiling and walls with fine sculpture and paintings in gold dust. * {{see | name=Churches of the province | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Pampanga is host to many old and beautiful churches. The oldest and largest of which is the Lubao Church, which was built in 1570 and boasts a fine altarpiece. The most beautiful, however, is the Betis Church which is often tagged as the "Sistine Chapel of the Philippines" because of its painted wall and ceilings, and its sumptuous retablo. The Bacolor Church is famous for being buried up to its ceiling by the lahar flows from Mt. Pinatubo. Minalin Church is famous for its ornate altarpiece-like facade Other notable churches include San Luis Church, Guagua Church, Sta Ana Church, Apalit Church, Arayat Church, Sta Rita Church, Angeles Church, and San Fernando Cathedral. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Trek Mt. Pinatubo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Mount Pinatubo erupted in 1991 and is now open for tourism. It has an elevation of 1,485 m (4,872 ft) and a beautiful crater lake where you can swim. This trek can be done as a day tour if you leave very early on the morning. }} * {{do | name=Bird watching at Candaba | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=The best time to go bird watching is on the early morning, around five to seven in the morning when bird activity is at its peak and the heat is not intense. Late afternoons are also a good time for this. Must brings are hiking footwear and clothes, and a good pair of binoculars or telescope. The avid birdwatcher might also want to bring his or her field notebook, pencil and camera. Expect to pay a fee at the bird sanctuary of at least {{PHP|150}}. Migratory birds are best seen in the marsh from November-February. The marshland is flooded during the rainy season, usually September-October, when the bird sanctuary becomes submerged and inaccessible. }} ==Eat== Pampanga prides itself on being one of the leading centers of Philippine cuisine, resulting in unsuccesful attempts to have the province declared the country's culinary capital by law. They are also stereotyped as having a sweet tooth, for which they are credited with the creation of tocino, sweetened preserved meat. The most famous Filipino bar chow, ''sisig'', was invented in Angeles. Dining options in Pampanga have diversified since the American departure from Clark, resulting in an influx of international cuisines, particularly Korean barbecue grills and Chinese restaurants. Splurge options can be found in Clark. ==Drink== Thanks to the American presence in Clark, Angeles became the province’s main drinking and nightclub spot. ==Sleep== Splurge options, including casino-hotels and domestic and international chains can be found in the Metro Clark area and in San Fernando. Outside these areas, accommodations can be difficult to find. ==Stay safe== Robberies targeting tourists have often hit national headlines in Angeles and San Fernando. Exercise the proper crime related precautions in these areas. Drive carefully at all times, particularly along NLEX, SCTEX and the Gapan-Olongapo Road, which contains multiple lanes, potholes and low-lying bumpy culverts. Flooding is a chronic problem in the towns along the Pampanga River Delta, especially during the rainy season. Lahar flows from Mount Pinatubo have been a nuisance since the 1991 eruption, hence the extensive network of dikes in the province. Some villages in Lubao, Sasmuan, Guagua, Minalin, Santo Tomas, Macabebe and Masantol are in danger of disappearing altogether due to rising sea levels, climate change and groundwater extraction. ==Stay healthy== Due to chronic flooding, medication against leptospirosis (a disease carried by rat urine) is necessary after wading into floodwaters. ==Go next== {{geo|15.0667|120.6667|zoom=10}} {{IsPartOf|Central Luzon}} {{outlineregion}} jaexecly55guez1iz1mr5lhf3htl43b 5328437 5328432 2026-08-14T17:26:55Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ Sasmuan 5328437 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Pampanga Pinatubo crater lake.jpg}} '''Pampanga''' is a province in the [[Central Luzon]] region of the [[Philippines]]. Dubbed as the "Culinary Capital of the Philippines"; it used to host the largest American military facility outside the United States, which has been converted to a major business and tourism hub. == Regions == The province is roughly divided into four parts. * '''Northern Pampanga''' – includes the municipalities of [[Arayat]] and [[Magalang]] and the cities of [[Angeles]] and Mabalacat. * '''[[Southwest Pampanga]]''' – includes the municipalities of [[Bacolor]], [[Floridablanca]], [[Guagua]], [[Lubao]], [[Porac]], [[Santa Rita]] and Sasmuan. * '''Central Pampanga''' – consists of the municipalities of [[Mexico (Pampanga)|Mexico]], Santa Ana, Santo Tomas, [[Minalin]], and the component city of [[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]. * '''Eastern Pampanga''' – composed of the municipalities of [[Candaba]], San Luis, San Simon, [[Apalit]], [[Macabebe]], and Masantol. ==Cities== Pampanga is divided into 3 cities and 19 municipalities administratively, but many are too small to be handled in this guide. Some of the most prominent locations are: {{mapframe}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]|wikidata=Q55740}} — provincial capital, known for its ''parols'' (star-shaped Christmas lanterns) and its Lenten rites involving a realistic reenactment of Jesus' crucifixion *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Angeles]]|wikidata=Q55741}} — economic center, with a lively nightlife scene; our guide for this city includes [[Mabalacat]], as it has Clark Freeport and the airport *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Apalit]]|wikidata=Q55693}} — traditional gateway to Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Arayat]]|wikidata=Q55694|lat=15.1504|long=120.7697}} — a town in the shadow of the massive dormant volcano in which it was named. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacolor]]|wikidata=Q55696}} — a town famous for its buildings half-sunk by mudflows from Mount Pinatubo *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Candaba]]|wikidata=Q55699}} — a town famous for its eponymous wetlands *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Floridablanca]]|wikidata=Q55700}} — Home of Basa Air Base. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Guagua]]|wikidata=Q55702}} — the traditional commercial center of the area *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Lubao]]|wikidata=Q55705}} — Home of the Macapagal dynasty that produced two Philippine presidents. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Macabebe]]|wikidata=Q55707}} — coastal town at the mouth of the Pampanga River. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Magalang]]|wikidata=Q55709}} — agricultural town sandwiched between Mount Arayat, Angeles and Tarlac province. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexico]]|wikidata=Q55712}} — suburb of San Fernando. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Minalin]]|wikidata=Q55717}} — Egg capital of Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Porac]]|wikidata=Q55721}} — a municipality at the foothills of Mount Pinatubo *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Sasmuan]]|wikidata=Q55734}} — a municipality famous for its Ramsar Site wetlands and ''polvoron'' (shortbread) Angeles is considered independent from the province, but is part of Pampanga geographically and culturally. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Mount Arayat]]|lat=15.203|long=120.738}} - Dormant volcano that dominates the Central Luzon landscape. *{{marker|name=[[Mount Pinatubo]]|lat=15.1438|long=120.3485}} - Dormant volcano, noted for its 1991 eruption that caused devastation on some parts of the province as well as global temperature drops ==Understand== Pampanga's name is derived from the Kapampangan word ''pampang'' ("riverbank"). Apart from its western boundary with Zambales and Mount Arayat in the northeast, the province is mostly flat, crossed by the eponymous Pampanga River. Pampanga does have its colorful history, from Spanish colonization to the eruption of Mount Pinatubo. Pampanga used to cover what is now Central Luzon region during Spanish times. Founded in 1571 by royal decree, it included all of present-day [[Bulacan]], [[Nueva Ecija]], [[Bataan]], [[Aurora (province)|Aurora]], and parts of [[Quezon (province)|Quezon]], [[Tarlac]], and [[Zambales]]. The province had its share of peasant revolts and led the [[Philippine Revolution]] between 1896 and 1898, and its role is commemorated in the Philippine flag. In the 20th century, Pampanga was ravaged by the Philippine-American War, World War II, the Huk Rebellion and the New People's Army Rebellion. After independence, Pampanga underwent rapid economic and social changes brought about by the American presence at Clark Air Base. Pampanga was worst affected by the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo, that buried parts of the province under ash and lahar. Despite this and the American withdrawal later that year, Pampanga continued to diversify its economic portfolio from one virtually reliant on agriculture and the US military to include the industrial and services sector. Since the 1990s, parts of the province resemble a miniature of Metro Manila with its skyscrapers (particularly in the Angeles-Mabalacat-San Fernando axis), and Clark Airport, now an alternate gateway to the nation’s capital. ==Get in== The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) cuts through the heart of Pampanga from Metro Manila before merging with Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) in Clark. NLEX has exits in San Simon, San Fernando, Mexico, Angeles and Mabalacat (Dau and Mabiga), while SCTEX has exits in Clark (North and South), Porac and Floridablanca. Major national roads include MacArthur Highway, the heavily congested thoroughfare parallel to NLEX, and the perpendicular Gapan-Olongapo Road, also known in Pampanga as Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA). ===By train=== Train services to Pampanga ended in 1988, but since the 2020s construction is ongoing to build the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR), a high-speed railway line from Manila to Clark that will also have stations in Angeles proper, San Fernando, Santo Tomas and Apalit. ===By plane=== Clark International Airport ({{IATA|CRK}}) in Angeles has flights to most domestic and international destinations, and is more convenient than [[Ninoy Aquino International Airport]] to the south. Clark Airport is well served by low cost carriers. ===By bus=== There are many buses passing through Pampanga, mostly headed for Ilocos, Bataan, Nueva Ecija and Zambales. Most buses will stop at the major cities of Angeles, Mabalacat (usually listed as Dau) or San Fernando, both having central bus stations (though some companies serving San Fernando still have their own dedicated terminals). There are also express buses from Metro Manila to Clark Airport. ==Get around== Pampanga is at the crossroads of two expressways. The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) from Metro Manila terminates at Mabalacat, where it joins with the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX). Apart from this, San Fernando is a crossroads for two key perpendicular components of the Luzon highway network running across Pampanga, namely the MacArthur Highway (Manila North Road) passing through Apalit, San Simon, Minalin, Santo Tomas, San Fernando, Angeles and Mabalacat on its way to Tarlac and the Ilocos Region, and Gapan-Olongapo Road, also known in Pampanga as Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA), passing through Arayat, Santa Ana, Mexico, San Fernando, Bacolor, Guagua and Lubao. Secondary roads connecting outlying towns branch out from these thoroughfares. The stretch of MacArthur Highway running between Angeles and San Fernando is notorious for its rush-hour traffic, and in some cases, particularly during the December holidays, the {{km|20}} journey could take up to six hours to finish. Likewise, traffic congestion is also a periodic problem in JASA due to varying road width. The road has six lanes from Lubao to San Fernando, but narrows down to two from Mexico to Arayat. There is an extensive jeepney and minibus network covering the entire province, though the frequency of trips to outlying towns bypassed by the national highway network are fewer, while Sasmuan and downtown San Simon are only accessible by tricycles from neighboring towns. The main hub is in San Fernando, followed by Angeles (sometimes listed as Dau in neighboring Mabalacat) and Guagua. ==Talk== People in Pampanga speak [[Kapampangan phrasebook|Kapampangan]], sometimes written with a “C”. It looks like a divergent dialect of [[Tagalog]] to the unfamiliar, but it is more closely related to the indigenous languages in [[Zambales]] and even northern Luzon than to Tagalog. English and Tagalog is well understood. Tagalog is generally spoken in areas bordering Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and Bataan. Native Kapampangans, however, generally speak in Tagalog to outsiders. Kapampangan publications and signage is hard to find, except in a few towns and Angeles, where it has been made an official language alongside English and Tagalog. There are Korean speaking-tourist police in Angeles on account of its large Korean expat population. ==See== *'''[[Angeles City]]''' is a thriving city often compared to the Philippine capital and largest city, Manila. The city is a booming nightlife center and tourist destination, while the adjoining Clark Freeport Zone is the site of world-class resorts, casinos, duty-free shops, and beautifully landscaped golf courses. Its capital, Balibago, is especially known for its bars and nightclubs, thus tagged the "Entertainment Capital of Central Luzon." *'''[[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]''' is known for its giant lanterns and it annually holds a "Giant Lantern Festival" in December. Among legions of Catholics, it is known for its annual re-enactment of Christ's "Crucifixion on Good Friday". Also, "Hilaga Philippines" is found here. It is a tourism village where the wealth, character, and culture of the four northern regions of Luzon are pooled to provide every visitor the virtual experience of a visit to the north. *'''Mabalacat''' has an airfield where the first attacks by kamikaze suicide pilots were launched on 20 October 1944. Commanded by Vice-Admiral Takjuro Ohnishi, it was an attempt to destroy hundreds of ships of the Allied forces in the Pacific Ocean, killing thousands of US sailors and soldiers. "The Memorial and Kamikaze Peace Shrine" marks the site of the old runway and it is frequently visited by tourists, especially Japanese. *'''[[Porac]]''' is known for its natural sites such as the Dara and Miyamit Falls, as well as the Porac Highlands. It is equally popular for being a lahar-stricken town brought about by the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption and subsequent flooding of rivers with lahar (a mixture of rainwater and volcanic ash and outfall) that severely eroded river banks and destroyed bridges and low-lying areas. Trekking through Porac is a way to reach Mount Pinatubo's peak, a seven-hour slog to the slopes of Mount Pinatubo via the Pasig-Potrero River in Barangay Mancatian while traversing fast streams, prolific waterfalls, and fantastic lahar landscapes. *'''[[Arayat]]''' is known for its majestic Mt. Arayat and a natural park complete with exquisite swimming pools, spa, recreational halls, and picnic huts. One would be delighted to experience the cool breeze and natural spring water that falls from the mountain. Have an optional tour of "Mt. Arayat National Park" for a short mountain climb and swimming in natural pools. *'''[[Candaba]]''' is known for its "Bird Watching Tour," the staging and wintering area for thousands of birds from October-April of every year and it offers the only organized bird watching tour in the region. It serves as a bird sanctuary and a haven for migratory birds, such as egrets and wild ducks during winter in China. Indigenous ones like the rare ''salaksak'' and ''batala'' are to be seen as well. Aside from bird watching, cruise down the province's river of life, the Pampanga River. *'''[[Guagua]]''' takes its pride for having Pampanga's most beautiful church, the Betis Church, which is a fascinating work of architecture with its classic altar in antique-carved design and decor blending with religious frescoes reminiscent of neoclassical works of European art. Built in 1754, this church has impressive paintings on its ceiling and walls with fine sculpture and paintings in gold dust. * {{see | name=Churches of the province | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Pampanga is host to many old and beautiful churches. The oldest and largest of which is the Lubao Church, which was built in 1570 and boasts a fine altarpiece. The most beautiful, however, is the Betis Church which is often tagged as the "Sistine Chapel of the Philippines" because of its painted wall and ceilings, and its sumptuous retablo. The Bacolor Church is famous for being buried up to its ceiling by the lahar flows from Mt. Pinatubo. Minalin Church is famous for its ornate altarpiece-like facade Other notable churches include San Luis Church, Guagua Church, Sta Ana Church, Apalit Church, Arayat Church, Sta Rita Church, Angeles Church, and San Fernando Cathedral. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Trek Mt. Pinatubo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Mount Pinatubo erupted in 1991 and is now open for tourism. It has an elevation of 1,485 m (4,872 ft) and a beautiful crater lake where you can swim. This trek can be done as a day tour if you leave very early on the morning. }} * {{do | name=Bird watching at Candaba | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=The best time to go bird watching is on the early morning, around five to seven in the morning when bird activity is at its peak and the heat is not intense. Late afternoons are also a good time for this. Must brings are hiking footwear and clothes, and a good pair of binoculars or telescope. The avid birdwatcher might also want to bring his or her field notebook, pencil and camera. Expect to pay a fee at the bird sanctuary of at least {{PHP|150}}. Migratory birds are best seen in the marsh from November-February. The marshland is flooded during the rainy season, usually September-October, when the bird sanctuary becomes submerged and inaccessible. }} ==Eat== Pampanga prides itself on being one of the leading centers of Philippine cuisine, resulting in unsuccesful attempts to have the province declared the country's culinary capital by law. They are also stereotyped as having a sweet tooth, for which they are credited with the creation of tocino, sweetened preserved meat. The most famous Filipino bar chow, ''sisig'', was invented in Angeles. Dining options in Pampanga have diversified since the American departure from Clark, resulting in an influx of international cuisines, particularly Korean barbecue grills and Chinese restaurants. Splurge options can be found in Clark. ==Drink== Thanks to the American presence in Clark, Angeles became the province’s main drinking and nightclub spot. ==Sleep== Splurge options, including casino-hotels and domestic and international chains can be found in the Metro Clark area and in San Fernando. Outside these areas, accommodations can be difficult to find. ==Stay safe== Robberies targeting tourists have often hit national headlines in Angeles and San Fernando. Exercise the proper crime related precautions in these areas. Drive carefully at all times, particularly along NLEX, SCTEX and the Gapan-Olongapo Road, which contains multiple lanes, potholes and low-lying bumpy culverts. Flooding is a chronic problem in the towns along the Pampanga River Delta, especially during the rainy season. Lahar flows from Mount Pinatubo have been a nuisance since the 1991 eruption, hence the extensive network of dikes in the province. Some villages in Lubao, Sasmuan, Guagua, Minalin, Santo Tomas, Macabebe and Masantol are in danger of disappearing altogether due to rising sea levels, climate change and groundwater extraction. ==Stay healthy== Due to chronic flooding, medication against leptospirosis (a disease carried by rat urine) is necessary after wading into floodwaters. ==Go next== {{geo|15.0667|120.6667|zoom=10}} {{IsPartOf|Central Luzon}} {{outlineregion}} rmib14syx99qble6vaj9v7t9r6lvadm 5328444 5328437 2026-08-14T17:34:48Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328444 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Pampanga Pinatubo crater lake.jpg}} '''Pampanga''' is a province in the [[Central Luzon]] region of the [[Philippines]]. Dubbed as the "Culinary Capital of the Philippines"; it used to host the largest American military facility outside the United States, which has been converted to a major business and tourism hub. == Regions == The province is roughly divided into four parts. * '''Northern Pampanga''' – includes the municipalities of [[Arayat]] and [[Magalang]] and the cities of [[Angeles]] and Mabalacat. * '''[[Southwest Pampanga]]''' – includes the municipalities of [[Bacolor]], [[Floridablanca]], [[Guagua]], [[Lubao]], [[Porac]], [[Santa Rita]] and Sasmuan. * '''Central Pampanga''' – consists of the municipalities of [[Mexico (Pampanga)|Mexico]], Santa Ana, Santo Tomas, [[Minalin]], and the component city of [[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]. * '''Eastern Pampanga''' – composed of the municipalities of [[Candaba]], San Luis, San Simon, [[Apalit]], [[Macabebe]], and Masantol. ==Cities== Pampanga is divided into 3 cities and 19 municipalities administratively. {{mapframe}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]|wikidata=Q55740}} — provincial capital, known for its ''parols'' (star-shaped Christmas lanterns) and its Lenten rites involving a realistic reenactment of Jesus' crucifixion *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Angeles]]|wikidata=Q55741}} — economic center, with a lively nightlife scene; our guide for this city includes [[Mabalacat]], as it has Clark Freeport and the airport *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Apalit]]|wikidata=Q55693}} — traditional gateway to Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Arayat]]|wikidata=Q55694|lat=15.1504|long=120.7697}} — a town in the shadow of the massive dormant volcano in which it was named. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacolor]]|wikidata=Q55696}} — a town famous for its buildings half-sunk by mudflows from Mount Pinatubo *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Candaba]]|wikidata=Q55699}} — a town famous for its eponymous wetlands *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Floridablanca]]|wikidata=Q55700}} — Home of Basa Air Base. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Guagua]]|wikidata=Q55702}} — the traditional commercial center of the area *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Lubao]]|wikidata=Q55705}} — Home of the Macapagal dynasty that produced two Philippine presidents. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Macabebe]]|wikidata=Q55707}} — coastal town at the mouth of the Pampanga River. The guide for the town also features the neighboring municipality of Masantol further downstream *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Magalang]]|wikidata=Q55709}} — agricultural town sandwiched between Mount Arayat, Angeles and Tarlac province. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexico]]|wikidata=Q55712}} — suburb of San Fernando. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Minalin]]|wikidata=Q55717}} — Egg capital of Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Porac]]|wikidata=Q55721}} — a municipality at the foothills of Mount Pinatubo *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Luis (Pampanga)|San Luis]]|wikidata=Q55724}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Simon]]|wikidata=Q55725}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Santa Ana (Pampanga)|Santa Ana]]|wikidata=Q55727}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Santo Tomas (Pampanga)|Santo Tomas]]|wikidata=Q55731}} — the coffin capital of Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Sasmuan]]|wikidata=Q55734}} — a municipality famous for its Ramsar Site wetlands and ''polvoron'' (shortbread) Angeles is considered independent from the province, but is part of Pampanga geographically and culturally. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Mount Arayat]]|lat=15.203|long=120.738}} - Dormant volcano that dominates the Central Luzon landscape. *{{marker|name=[[Mount Pinatubo]]|lat=15.1438|long=120.3485}} - Dormant volcano, noted for its 1991 eruption that caused devastation on some parts of the province as well as global temperature drops ==Understand== Pampanga's name is derived from the Kapampangan word ''pampang'' ("riverbank"). Apart from its western boundary with Zambales and Mount Arayat in the northeast, the province is mostly flat, crossed by the eponymous Pampanga River. Pampanga does have its colorful history, from Spanish colonization to the eruption of Mount Pinatubo. Pampanga used to cover what is now Central Luzon region during Spanish times. Founded in 1571 by royal decree, it included all of present-day [[Bulacan]], [[Nueva Ecija]], [[Bataan]], [[Aurora (province)|Aurora]], and parts of [[Quezon (province)|Quezon]], [[Tarlac]], and [[Zambales]]. The province had its share of peasant revolts and led the [[Philippine Revolution]] between 1896 and 1898, and its role is commemorated in the Philippine flag. In the 20th century, Pampanga was ravaged by the Philippine-American War, World War II, the Huk Rebellion and the New People's Army Rebellion. After independence, Pampanga underwent rapid economic and social changes brought about by the American presence at Clark Air Base. Pampanga was worst affected by the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo, that buried parts of the province under ash and lahar. Despite this and the American withdrawal later that year, Pampanga continued to diversify its economic portfolio from one virtually reliant on agriculture and the US military to include the industrial and services sector. Since the 1990s, parts of the province resemble a miniature of Metro Manila with its skyscrapers (particularly in the Angeles-Mabalacat-San Fernando axis), and Clark Airport, now an alternate gateway to the nation’s capital. ==Get in== The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) cuts through the heart of Pampanga from Metro Manila before merging with Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) in Clark. NLEX has exits in San Simon, San Fernando, Mexico, Angeles and Mabalacat (Dau and Mabiga), while SCTEX has exits in Clark (North and South), Porac and Floridablanca. Major national roads include MacArthur Highway, the heavily congested thoroughfare parallel to NLEX, and the perpendicular Gapan-Olongapo Road, also known in Pampanga as Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA). ===By train=== Train services to Pampanga ended in 1988, but since the 2020s construction is ongoing to build the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR), a high-speed railway line from Manila to Clark that will also have stations in Angeles proper, San Fernando, Santo Tomas and Apalit. ===By plane=== Clark International Airport ({{IATA|CRK}}) in Angeles has flights to most domestic and international destinations, and is more convenient than [[Ninoy Aquino International Airport]] to the south. Clark Airport is well served by low cost carriers. ===By bus=== There are many buses passing through Pampanga, mostly headed for Ilocos, Bataan, Nueva Ecija and Zambales. Most buses will stop at the major cities of Angeles, Mabalacat (usually listed as Dau) or San Fernando, both having central bus stations (though some companies serving San Fernando still have their own dedicated terminals). There are also express buses from Metro Manila to Clark Airport. ==Get around== Pampanga is at the crossroads of two expressways. The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) from Metro Manila terminates at Mabalacat, where it joins with the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX). Apart from this, San Fernando is a crossroads for two key perpendicular components of the Luzon highway network running across Pampanga, namely the MacArthur Highway (Manila North Road) passing through Apalit, San Simon, Minalin, Santo Tomas, San Fernando, Angeles and Mabalacat on its way to Tarlac and the Ilocos Region, and Gapan-Olongapo Road, also known in Pampanga as Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA), passing through Arayat, Santa Ana, Mexico, San Fernando, Bacolor, Guagua and Lubao. Secondary roads connecting outlying towns branch out from these thoroughfares. The stretch of MacArthur Highway running between Angeles and San Fernando is notorious for its rush-hour traffic, and in some cases, particularly during the December holidays, the {{km|20}} journey could take up to six hours to finish. Likewise, traffic congestion is also a periodic problem in JASA due to varying road width. The road has six lanes from Lubao to San Fernando, but narrows down to two from Mexico to Arayat. There is an extensive jeepney and minibus network covering the entire province, though the frequency of trips to outlying towns bypassed by the national highway network are fewer, while Sasmuan and downtown San Simon are only accessible by tricycles from neighboring towns. The main hub is in San Fernando, followed by Angeles (sometimes listed as Dau in neighboring Mabalacat) and Guagua. ==Talk== People in Pampanga speak [[Kapampangan phrasebook|Kapampangan]], sometimes written with a “C”. It looks like a divergent dialect of [[Tagalog]] to the unfamiliar, but it is more closely related to the indigenous languages in [[Zambales]] and even northern Luzon than to Tagalog. English and Tagalog is well understood. Tagalog is generally spoken in areas bordering Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and Bataan. Native Kapampangans, however, generally speak in Tagalog to outsiders. Kapampangan publications and signage is hard to find, except in a few towns and Angeles, where it has been made an official language alongside English and Tagalog. There are Korean speaking-tourist police in Angeles on account of its large Korean expat population. ==See== *'''[[Angeles City]]''' is a thriving city often compared to the Philippine capital and largest city, Manila. The city is a booming nightlife center and tourist destination, while the adjoining Clark Freeport Zone is the site of world-class resorts, casinos, duty-free shops, and beautifully landscaped golf courses. Its capital, Balibago, is especially known for its bars and nightclubs, thus tagged the "Entertainment Capital of Central Luzon." *'''[[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]''' is known for its giant lanterns and it annually holds a "Giant Lantern Festival" in December. Among legions of Catholics, it is known for its annual re-enactment of Christ's "Crucifixion on Good Friday". Also, "Hilaga Philippines" is found here. It is a tourism village where the wealth, character, and culture of the four northern regions of Luzon are pooled to provide every visitor the virtual experience of a visit to the north. *'''Mabalacat''' has an airfield where the first attacks by kamikaze suicide pilots were launched on 20 October 1944. Commanded by Vice-Admiral Takjuro Ohnishi, it was an attempt to destroy hundreds of ships of the Allied forces in the Pacific Ocean, killing thousands of US sailors and soldiers. "The Memorial and Kamikaze Peace Shrine" marks the site of the old runway and it is frequently visited by tourists, especially Japanese. *'''[[Porac]]''' is known for its natural sites such as the Dara and Miyamit Falls, as well as the Porac Highlands. It is equally popular for being a lahar-stricken town brought about by the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption and subsequent flooding of rivers with lahar (a mixture of rainwater and volcanic ash and outfall) that severely eroded river banks and destroyed bridges and low-lying areas. Trekking through Porac is a way to reach Mount Pinatubo's peak, a seven-hour slog to the slopes of Mount Pinatubo via the Pasig-Potrero River in Barangay Mancatian while traversing fast streams, prolific waterfalls, and fantastic lahar landscapes. *'''[[Arayat]]''' is known for its majestic Mt. Arayat and a natural park complete with exquisite swimming pools, spa, recreational halls, and picnic huts. One would be delighted to experience the cool breeze and natural spring water that falls from the mountain. Have an optional tour of "Mt. Arayat National Park" for a short mountain climb and swimming in natural pools. *'''[[Candaba]]''' is known for its "Bird Watching Tour," the staging and wintering area for thousands of birds from October-April of every year and it offers the only organized bird watching tour in the region. It serves as a bird sanctuary and a haven for migratory birds, such as egrets and wild ducks during winter in China. Indigenous ones like the rare ''salaksak'' and ''batala'' are to be seen as well. Aside from bird watching, cruise down the province's river of life, the Pampanga River. *'''[[Guagua]]''' takes its pride for having Pampanga's most beautiful church, the Betis Church, which is a fascinating work of architecture with its classic altar in antique-carved design and decor blending with religious frescoes reminiscent of neoclassical works of European art. Built in 1754, this church has impressive paintings on its ceiling and walls with fine sculpture and paintings in gold dust. * {{see | name=Churches of the province | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Pampanga is host to many old and beautiful churches. The oldest and largest of which is the Lubao Church, which was built in 1570 and boasts a fine altarpiece. The most beautiful, however, is the Betis Church which is often tagged as the "Sistine Chapel of the Philippines" because of its painted wall and ceilings, and its sumptuous retablo. The Bacolor Church is famous for being buried up to its ceiling by the lahar flows from Mt. Pinatubo. Minalin Church is famous for its ornate altarpiece-like facade Other notable churches include San Luis Church, Guagua Church, Sta Ana Church, Apalit Church, Arayat Church, Sta Rita Church, Angeles Church, and San Fernando Cathedral. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Trek Mt. Pinatubo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Mount Pinatubo erupted in 1991 and is now open for tourism. It has an elevation of 1,485 m (4,872 ft) and a beautiful crater lake where you can swim. This trek can be done as a day tour if you leave very early on the morning. }} * {{do | name=Bird watching at Candaba | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=The best time to go bird watching is on the early morning, around five to seven in the morning when bird activity is at its peak and the heat is not intense. Late afternoons are also a good time for this. Must brings are hiking footwear and clothes, and a good pair of binoculars or telescope. The avid birdwatcher might also want to bring his or her field notebook, pencil and camera. Expect to pay a fee at the bird sanctuary of at least {{PHP|150}}. Migratory birds are best seen in the marsh from November-February. The marshland is flooded during the rainy season, usually September-October, when the bird sanctuary becomes submerged and inaccessible. }} ==Eat== Pampanga prides itself on being one of the leading centers of Philippine cuisine, resulting in unsuccesful attempts to have the province declared the country's culinary capital by law. They are also stereotyped as having a sweet tooth, for which they are credited with the creation of tocino, sweetened preserved meat. The most famous Filipino bar chow, ''sisig'', was invented in Angeles. Dining options in Pampanga have diversified since the American departure from Clark, resulting in an influx of international cuisines, particularly Korean barbecue grills and Chinese restaurants. Splurge options can be found in Clark. ==Drink== Thanks to the American presence in Clark, Angeles became the province’s main drinking and nightclub spot. ==Sleep== Splurge options, including casino-hotels and domestic and international chains can be found in the Metro Clark area and in San Fernando. Outside these areas, accommodations can be difficult to find. ==Stay safe== Robberies targeting tourists have often hit national headlines in Angeles and San Fernando. Exercise the proper crime related precautions in these areas. Drive carefully at all times, particularly along NLEX, SCTEX and the Gapan-Olongapo Road, which contains multiple lanes, potholes and low-lying bumpy culverts. Flooding is a chronic problem in the towns along the Pampanga River Delta, especially during the rainy season. Lahar flows from Mount Pinatubo have been a nuisance since the 1991 eruption, hence the extensive network of dikes in the province. Some villages in Lubao, Sasmuan, Guagua, Minalin, Santo Tomas, Macabebe and Masantol are in danger of disappearing altogether due to rising sea levels, climate change and groundwater extraction. ==Stay healthy== Due to chronic flooding, medication against leptospirosis (a disease carried by rat urine) is necessary after wading into floodwaters. ==Go next== {{geo|15.0667|120.6667|zoom=10}} {{IsPartOf|Central Luzon}} {{outlineregion}} a2pohz7q31wjz4ckx5bxwtbcppaxspq 5328448 5328444 2026-08-14T17:38:53Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities */ 5328448 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Pampanga Pinatubo crater lake.jpg}} '''Pampanga''' is a province in the [[Central Luzon]] region of the [[Philippines]]. Dubbed as the "Culinary Capital of the Philippines"; it used to host the largest American military facility outside the United States, which has been converted to a major business and tourism hub. == Regions == The province is roughly divided into four parts. * '''Northern Pampanga''' – includes the municipalities of [[Arayat]] and [[Magalang]] and the cities of [[Angeles]] and Mabalacat. * '''[[Southwest Pampanga]]''' – includes the municipalities of [[Bacolor]], [[Floridablanca]], [[Guagua]], [[Lubao]], [[Porac]], [[Santa Rita]] and Sasmuan. * '''Central Pampanga''' – consists of the municipalities of [[Mexico (Pampanga)|Mexico]], Santa Ana, Santo Tomas, [[Minalin]], and the component city of [[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]. * '''Eastern Pampanga''' – composed of the municipalities of [[Candaba]], San Luis, San Simon, [[Apalit]], [[Macabebe]], and Masantol. ==Cities== Pampanga is divided into 3 cities and 19 municipalities administratively. {{mapframe}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]|wikidata=Q55740}} — provincial capital, known for its ''parols'' (star-shaped Christmas lanterns) and its Lenten rites involving a realistic reenactment of Jesus' crucifixion *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Angeles]]|wikidata=Q55741}} — economic center, with a lively nightlife scene; our guide for this city includes [[Mabalacat]], as it has Clark Freeport and the airport *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Apalit]]|wikidata=Q55693}} — traditional gateway to Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Arayat]]|wikidata=Q55694|lat=15.1504|long=120.7697}} — a town in the shadow of the massive dormant volcano in which it was named. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Bacolor]]|wikidata=Q55696}} — a town famous for its buildings half-sunk by mudflows from Mount Pinatubo *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Candaba]]|wikidata=Q55699}} — a town famous for its eponymous wetlands *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Floridablanca]]|wikidata=Q55700}} — Home of Basa Air Base. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Guagua]]|wikidata=Q55702}} — the traditional commercial center of the area *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Lubao]]|wikidata=Q55705}} — Home of the Macapagal dynasty that produced two Philippine presidents. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Macabebe]]|wikidata=Q55707}} — coastal town at the mouth of the Pampanga River. The guide for the town also features the neighboring municipality of Masantol further downstream *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Magalang]]|wikidata=Q55709}} — agricultural town sandwiched between Mount Arayat, Angeles and Tarlac province. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Mexico]]|wikidata=Q55712}} — suburb of San Fernando. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Minalin]]|wikidata=Q55717}} — Egg capital of Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Porac]]|wikidata=Q55721}} — a municipality at the foothills of Mount Pinatubo *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Luis (Pampanga)|San Luis]]|wikidata=Q55724}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[San Simon]]|wikidata=Q55725}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Santa Ana (Pampanga)|Santa Ana]]|wikidata=Q55727}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Santa Rita]]|wikidata=Q55730}} — small town with well-preserved colonial mansions. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Santo Tomas (Pampanga)|Santo Tomas]]|wikidata=Q55731}} — the coffin capital of Pampanga. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Sasmuan]]|wikidata=Q55734}} — a municipality famous for its Ramsar Site wetlands and ''polvoron'' (shortbread) Angeles is considered independent from the province, but is part of Pampanga geographically and culturally. ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Mount Arayat]]|lat=15.203|long=120.738}} - Dormant volcano that dominates the Central Luzon landscape. *{{marker|name=[[Mount Pinatubo]]|lat=15.1438|long=120.3485}} - Dormant volcano, noted for its 1991 eruption that caused devastation on some parts of the province as well as global temperature drops ==Understand== Pampanga's name is derived from the Kapampangan word ''pampang'' ("riverbank"). Apart from its western boundary with Zambales and Mount Arayat in the northeast, the province is mostly flat, crossed by the eponymous Pampanga River. Pampanga does have its colorful history, from Spanish colonization to the eruption of Mount Pinatubo. Pampanga used to cover what is now Central Luzon region during Spanish times. Founded in 1571 by royal decree, it included all of present-day [[Bulacan]], [[Nueva Ecija]], [[Bataan]], [[Aurora (province)|Aurora]], and parts of [[Quezon (province)|Quezon]], [[Tarlac]], and [[Zambales]]. The province had its share of peasant revolts and led the [[Philippine Revolution]] between 1896 and 1898, and its role is commemorated in the Philippine flag. In the 20th century, Pampanga was ravaged by the Philippine-American War, World War II, the Huk Rebellion and the New People's Army Rebellion. After independence, Pampanga underwent rapid economic and social changes brought about by the American presence at Clark Air Base. Pampanga was worst affected by the 1991 eruption of Mount Pinatubo, that buried parts of the province under ash and lahar. Despite this and the American withdrawal later that year, Pampanga continued to diversify its economic portfolio from one virtually reliant on agriculture and the US military to include the industrial and services sector. Since the 1990s, parts of the province resemble a miniature of Metro Manila with its skyscrapers (particularly in the Angeles-Mabalacat-San Fernando axis), and Clark Airport, now an alternate gateway to the nation’s capital. ==Get in== The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) cuts through the heart of Pampanga from Metro Manila before merging with Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) in Clark. NLEX has exits in San Simon, San Fernando, Mexico, Angeles and Mabalacat (Dau and Mabiga), while SCTEX has exits in Clark (North and South), Porac and Floridablanca. Major national roads include MacArthur Highway, the heavily congested thoroughfare parallel to NLEX, and the perpendicular Gapan-Olongapo Road, also known in Pampanga as Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA). ===By train=== Train services to Pampanga ended in 1988, but since the 2020s construction is ongoing to build the North-South Commuter Railway (NSCR), a high-speed railway line from Manila to Clark that will also have stations in Angeles proper, San Fernando, Santo Tomas and Apalit. ===By plane=== Clark International Airport ({{IATA|CRK}}) in Angeles has flights to most domestic and international destinations, and is more convenient than [[Ninoy Aquino International Airport]] to the south. Clark Airport is well served by low cost carriers. ===By bus=== There are many buses passing through Pampanga, mostly headed for Ilocos, Bataan, Nueva Ecija and Zambales. Most buses will stop at the major cities of Angeles, Mabalacat (usually listed as Dau) or San Fernando, both having central bus stations (though some companies serving San Fernando still have their own dedicated terminals). There are also express buses from Metro Manila to Clark Airport. ==Get around== Pampanga is at the crossroads of two expressways. The North Luzon Expressway (NLEX) from Metro Manila terminates at Mabalacat, where it joins with the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX). Apart from this, San Fernando is a crossroads for two key perpendicular components of the Luzon highway network running across Pampanga, namely the MacArthur Highway (Manila North Road) passing through Apalit, San Simon, Minalin, Santo Tomas, San Fernando, Angeles and Mabalacat on its way to Tarlac and the Ilocos Region, and Gapan-Olongapo Road, also known in Pampanga as Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA), passing through Arayat, Santa Ana, Mexico, San Fernando, Bacolor, Guagua and Lubao. Secondary roads connecting outlying towns branch out from these thoroughfares. The stretch of MacArthur Highway running between Angeles and San Fernando is notorious for its rush-hour traffic, and in some cases, particularly during the December holidays, the {{km|20}} journey could take up to six hours to finish. Likewise, traffic congestion is also a periodic problem in JASA due to varying road width. The road has six lanes from Lubao to San Fernando, but narrows down to two from Mexico to Arayat. There is an extensive jeepney and minibus network covering the entire province, though the frequency of trips to outlying towns bypassed by the national highway network are fewer, while Sasmuan and downtown San Simon are only accessible by tricycles from neighboring towns. The main hub is in San Fernando, followed by Angeles (sometimes listed as Dau in neighboring Mabalacat) and Guagua. ==Talk== People in Pampanga speak [[Kapampangan phrasebook|Kapampangan]], sometimes written with a “C”. It looks like a divergent dialect of [[Tagalog]] to the unfamiliar, but it is more closely related to the indigenous languages in [[Zambales]] and even northern Luzon than to Tagalog. English and Tagalog is well understood. Tagalog is generally spoken in areas bordering Bulacan, Nueva Ecija, and Bataan. Native Kapampangans, however, generally speak in Tagalog to outsiders. Kapampangan publications and signage is hard to find, except in a few towns and Angeles, where it has been made an official language alongside English and Tagalog. There are Korean speaking-tourist police in Angeles on account of its large Korean expat population. ==See== *'''[[Angeles City]]''' is a thriving city often compared to the Philippine capital and largest city, Manila. The city is a booming nightlife center and tourist destination, while the adjoining Clark Freeport Zone is the site of world-class resorts, casinos, duty-free shops, and beautifully landscaped golf courses. Its capital, Balibago, is especially known for its bars and nightclubs, thus tagged the "Entertainment Capital of Central Luzon." *'''[[San Fernando (Pampanga)|San Fernando]]''' is known for its giant lanterns and it annually holds a "Giant Lantern Festival" in December. Among legions of Catholics, it is known for its annual re-enactment of Christ's "Crucifixion on Good Friday". Also, "Hilaga Philippines" is found here. It is a tourism village where the wealth, character, and culture of the four northern regions of Luzon are pooled to provide every visitor the virtual experience of a visit to the north. *'''Mabalacat''' has an airfield where the first attacks by kamikaze suicide pilots were launched on 20 October 1944. Commanded by Vice-Admiral Takjuro Ohnishi, it was an attempt to destroy hundreds of ships of the Allied forces in the Pacific Ocean, killing thousands of US sailors and soldiers. "The Memorial and Kamikaze Peace Shrine" marks the site of the old runway and it is frequently visited by tourists, especially Japanese. *'''[[Porac]]''' is known for its natural sites such as the Dara and Miyamit Falls, as well as the Porac Highlands. It is equally popular for being a lahar-stricken town brought about by the 1991 Mount Pinatubo eruption and subsequent flooding of rivers with lahar (a mixture of rainwater and volcanic ash and outfall) that severely eroded river banks and destroyed bridges and low-lying areas. Trekking through Porac is a way to reach Mount Pinatubo's peak, a seven-hour slog to the slopes of Mount Pinatubo via the Pasig-Potrero River in Barangay Mancatian while traversing fast streams, prolific waterfalls, and fantastic lahar landscapes. *'''[[Arayat]]''' is known for its majestic Mt. Arayat and a natural park complete with exquisite swimming pools, spa, recreational halls, and picnic huts. One would be delighted to experience the cool breeze and natural spring water that falls from the mountain. Have an optional tour of "Mt. Arayat National Park" for a short mountain climb and swimming in natural pools. *'''[[Candaba]]''' is known for its "Bird Watching Tour," the staging and wintering area for thousands of birds from October-April of every year and it offers the only organized bird watching tour in the region. It serves as a bird sanctuary and a haven for migratory birds, such as egrets and wild ducks during winter in China. Indigenous ones like the rare ''salaksak'' and ''batala'' are to be seen as well. Aside from bird watching, cruise down the province's river of life, the Pampanga River. *'''[[Guagua]]''' takes its pride for having Pampanga's most beautiful church, the Betis Church, which is a fascinating work of architecture with its classic altar in antique-carved design and decor blending with religious frescoes reminiscent of neoclassical works of European art. Built in 1754, this church has impressive paintings on its ceiling and walls with fine sculpture and paintings in gold dust. * {{see | name=Churches of the province | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Pampanga is host to many old and beautiful churches. The oldest and largest of which is the Lubao Church, which was built in 1570 and boasts a fine altarpiece. The most beautiful, however, is the Betis Church which is often tagged as the "Sistine Chapel of the Philippines" because of its painted wall and ceilings, and its sumptuous retablo. The Bacolor Church is famous for being buried up to its ceiling by the lahar flows from Mt. Pinatubo. Minalin Church is famous for its ornate altarpiece-like facade Other notable churches include San Luis Church, Guagua Church, Sta Ana Church, Apalit Church, Arayat Church, Sta Rita Church, Angeles Church, and San Fernando Cathedral. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Trek Mt. Pinatubo | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Mount Pinatubo erupted in 1991 and is now open for tourism. It has an elevation of 1,485 m (4,872 ft) and a beautiful crater lake where you can swim. This trek can be done as a day tour if you leave very early on the morning. }} * {{do | name=Bird watching at Candaba | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=The best time to go bird watching is on the early morning, around five to seven in the morning when bird activity is at its peak and the heat is not intense. Late afternoons are also a good time for this. Must brings are hiking footwear and clothes, and a good pair of binoculars or telescope. The avid birdwatcher might also want to bring his or her field notebook, pencil and camera. Expect to pay a fee at the bird sanctuary of at least {{PHP|150}}. Migratory birds are best seen in the marsh from November-February. The marshland is flooded during the rainy season, usually September-October, when the bird sanctuary becomes submerged and inaccessible. }} ==Eat== Pampanga prides itself on being one of the leading centers of Philippine cuisine, resulting in unsuccesful attempts to have the province declared the country's culinary capital by law. They are also stereotyped as having a sweet tooth, for which they are credited with the creation of tocino, sweetened preserved meat. The most famous Filipino bar chow, ''sisig'', was invented in Angeles. Dining options in Pampanga have diversified since the American departure from Clark, resulting in an influx of international cuisines, particularly Korean barbecue grills and Chinese restaurants. Splurge options can be found in Clark. ==Drink== Thanks to the American presence in Clark, Angeles became the province’s main drinking and nightclub spot. ==Sleep== Splurge options, including casino-hotels and domestic and international chains can be found in the Metro Clark area and in San Fernando. Outside these areas, accommodations can be difficult to find. ==Stay safe== Robberies targeting tourists have often hit national headlines in Angeles and San Fernando. Exercise the proper crime related precautions in these areas. Drive carefully at all times, particularly along NLEX, SCTEX and the Gapan-Olongapo Road, which contains multiple lanes, potholes and low-lying bumpy culverts. Flooding is a chronic problem in the towns along the Pampanga River Delta, especially during the rainy season. Lahar flows from Mount Pinatubo have been a nuisance since the 1991 eruption, hence the extensive network of dikes in the province. Some villages in Lubao, Sasmuan, Guagua, Minalin, Santo Tomas, Macabebe and Masantol are in danger of disappearing altogether due to rising sea levels, climate change and groundwater extraction. ==Stay healthy== Due to chronic flooding, medication against leptospirosis (a disease carried by rat urine) is necessary after wading into floodwaters. ==Go next== {{geo|15.0667|120.6667|zoom=10}} {{IsPartOf|Central Luzon}} {{outlineregion}} 63as4virmmt5fsjm45odnrtjfc2e791 0 26666 5328449 5328067 2026-08-14T17:40:39Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Cities and municipalities */ Rosales 5328449 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Pangasinan Agno river.jpg}} '''Pangasinan''' (pronounced as “pang-gasinan”) is a province in the [[Ilocos|Ilocos Region]] of northern [[Luzon]], the chief island of the [[Philippines]]. Its capital is [[Lingayen]]. Being in a fertile plain with an extensive coastline, the area is known for agricultural and aquatic products like corn crops, dried fish, carabao milk, ''duhat'' wine, nipa hut roofings, tuba and other products. ==Regions== * '''Western Pangasinan''' * '''Central Pangasinan''' * '''Eastern Pangasinan''' * '''Southern Pangasinan''' ==Cities and municipalities== Each municipality in Pangasinan has its unique characteristics and contributions to the province's cultural and economic landscape. {{mapframe}} * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Lingayen]]|wikidata=Q41978}} – The provincial capital of Pangasinan and famous for its fermented fish sauce or that so-called '''bagoong'''. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Alaminos]]|wikidata=Q43162}} – Home to the famous '''Hundred Islands'''. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Alcala]]|wikidata=Q41704}} – Famous for its vibrant agricultural industry, particularly rice and corn production. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bani (Pangasinan)|Bani]]|wikidata=Q41732}} – Known for its coastal areas and fishing communities. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Binalonan]]|wikidata=Q41771}} – Known for its religious significance and the St. Peter and Paul Parish Church. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Binmaley]]|wikidata=Q41779}} – Famous for its freshwater fish production, known as the “Seafood Capital of the North”. They also celebrate their annual '''Sigay Festival'''. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Bolinao]]|wikidata=Q41807}} – Known for its white sand beaches, Patar beach and its native product ''binungey'', also known as bamboo cake. It is also a renowned tourist destination with stunning beaches and the iconic Cape Bolinao Lighthouse. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Burgos (Pangasinan)|Burgos]]|wikidata=Q41850}} – Offers many beaches and a waterfall. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Calasiao]]|wikidata=Q41855}} – Home to the famous Calasiao puto (rice cake) and the St. Peter and Paul Parish Church. They also celebrate their '''Puto Festival''' annually. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Dagupan]]|wikidata=Q875070}} – home of the tasty Bonuan ''bangus'' (milkfish), and the economic hub of the province. Known as the Bangus capital of the country, '''Bangus Festival''' is celebrated annually every month of April. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Dasol]]|wikidata=Q41917}} – Town facing the coast of West Philippine Sea (South China Sea). Known for Tambobong Beach and white sand islets. It is also known for salt-making with more than 10,000 salt beds. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Infanta]]|wikidata=Q41922}} – Known for its coastal charm and beautiful beaches. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mabini (Pangasinan)|Mabini]]|wikidata=Q41982}} – Known for its caves. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Malasiqui]]|wikidata=Q41985}} – Famous for its agricultural products, including rice and vegetables. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Manaoag]]|wikidata=Q1020685}} – Home to the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag, a major pilgrimage site in the Philippines. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Mangatarem]]|wikidata=Q42001}} – An agricultural municipality with an expansive public market. Also known for the Manleluag Spring Protected Landscape. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Rosales]]|wikidata=Q42024}} – Important road junction town and traditional gateway to the province from Manila. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Carlos (Pangasinan)|San Carlos]]|wikidata=Q43165}} – The "Mango-Bamboo Capital of the Philippines", and a cultural and historical center of Pangasinan. Site of the '''Mango-Bamboo Festival''' every April, an event marked by green and yellow colors, delicious mangoes and durable bamboo handicrafts and the hospitality of San Carlos' people. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Manuel]]|wikidata=Q42039}} – A municipality with a focus on farming and rural life, known for its ''San Roque Multi-Purpose Dam Project'', which is the second largest dam in Asia. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Sison]]|wikidata=Q43143}} – Site of numerous Cordilleran hills and mountains and waterfalls such as Antong Falls. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Sual]]|wikidata=Q43145}} – Renowned for its power plant and coastal attractions. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Tayug]]|wikidata=Q43148}} – Known for its agricultural heritage and rural landscapes. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Umingan]]|wikidata=Q43152}} – Mostly just interesting for the nearby Diket Falls. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Urdaneta]]|wikidata=Q43168}} – The economic center of eastern Pangasinan. ==Other destinations== * {{listing | name=Umbrella Rocks | alt= | url= | email= | address=near Agno | lat=16.13400 | long=119.77637 | directions=at the mouth of the Balingcaging River | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-10-08 | content=A nature's masterpiece, these rock formation are mushroom/umbrella shape boulders along the mouth of Balincaguing River, in Sabangan. }} ==Understand== The name "Pangasinan" can be ambiguous; it can refer also to the people and the language. Pangasinan's name derives from the word for "place of salt", with the root word "asin" (salt). Salt production is the main source of income, but the local economy has since diversified. It is the richest and most populous province among the four in Ilocos Region. The local people are of the same name, '''Pangasinan''' (also called ''Pangasinense'' or ''Panggalatok'', the latter they consider to be derogatory), but the province has been heavily settled by Ilocanos from the north, which still some natives resent. Other ethnic groups are the indigenous Sambal peoples, who live in western Pangasinan and are related to the inhabitants of neighboring Zambales, which also used to include western Pangasinan until the American era. The few ethnic Tagalogs are mostly in parts of Pangasinan bordering Tagalog-speaking Nueva Ecija. While historically, geographically, and culturally linked to [[Central Luzon]], Pangasinan is rather lumped up as part of Ilocos Region as a relic of the Marcos era. As a result, native Pangasinan object to calling Ilocos Region as simply Ilocos. ==Talk== The primary language is '''[[Pangasinan phrasebook|Pangasinan]]''', though Ilocano and Tagalog are also widely used. Pangasinan, also called ''Pangasinense'' or ''Panggalatok'' (the latter considered derogatory), is a Philippine language native to the province. It is a relative of Ilocano, which is spoken across the Ilocos region, but is more closely related to the indigenous languages of Benguet. It is co-official with English and Filipino in the province, and is used in education from kindergarten to grade 3, but it mostly exists as a spoken language. It is spoken by Ilocanos and Sambalis as second language. [[Ilocano phrasebook|Ilocano]] is also widely spoken, particularly in the east of the province, but its usage in Pangasinan is somewhat controversial due to it causing the decline in usage of Pangasinan. It is spoken by many Pangasinan people and Sambalis as second language. Other languages are [[Sambal phrasebook|Sambal]] to the southwest and Bolinao to the west. Tagalog is also spoken in the towns bordering [[Nueva Ecija]]. ==Get in== ===By bus=== '''Victory Liner''' runs buses every hour from Manila to Alaminos, Lingayen or Dagupan (and vice versa), with stopovers at [[Angeles#By bus|Dau]] and [[Tarlac City]]; some buses continue onward to [[Baguio]] through MacArthur Highway/Manila North Road (Route 2). '''Five Star''', Victory's sister bus company, also serve the same destination pairs, but they also have a trip from [[Santiago (Isabela)|Santiago]] in [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]] with an ordinary (non-air-conditioned) bus. ===By car=== Pangasinan is served by the '''Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway''' (TPLEX) since 2015, shortening travel time from Manila. The motorway has exits in Rosales, Urdaneta, Binalonan, Pozorrubio, and Sison. The slower and older route from Manila is Route 2, named '''MacArthur Highway''' from the Tarlac boundary to Urdaneta and '''Manila North Rd''' north of Urdaneta. Other major highways to Pangasinan are Route 55 (Romulo Highway and Pangasinan-La Union Road), Route 56 (Pangasinan-Nueva Ecija Road) Route 114 (Pangasinan-Nueva Vizcaya Road) and Route 306 (Zambales Highway). ===By plane=== There is no airport in Pangasinan with commercial flights, and the two only airports, in [[Lingayen]] and [[Binalonan]], are mostly used by general aviation and flying schools. The nearest major airport is at [[CRK|Clark Freeport]]. There are plans to build a new airport at [[Alaminos]], but construction is stalled due to opposition from environmentalists. ==Get around== The best way to get around Pangasinan is by provincial bus, with frequent connections across key cities and towns. Major operators are Victory Liner and Five Star, Pangasinan Solid North and Dagupan Bus Line. Highways are of a decent standard, but most will be two- to four-lane roads with homes and businesses at both sides, and lots of slow traffic and obstacles. Jeepneys are the primary mode of local public transport around Dagupan and surroundings. On most other places, tricycles are more common, and jeepneys primarily used to service nearby towns, but are less comfortable than buses. ==See== Western Pangasinan is a popular beach destination, particularly Bolinao and Alaminos with its Hundred Islands. The Lingayen Gulf coast has some nice beaches, but is more utilized by the fishing industry. Eastern Pangasinan may be a bit bland for travelers, but its mountainous edges are underrated getaways. The town of Manaoag, with its venerated image of the Virgin Mary, is the leading pilgrimage spot for Catholics north of Metro Manila. ==Do== * Mountain hiking or picnicking in the mountains of San Nicolas. * Ziplining, other outdoor activities and a hot spring can be found west of Rosales. * Go island hopping and snorkelling in '''Hundred Island National Park'''. * Visit the largest dam in the Philippines and 16th largest in the world, the '''San Roque Dam''' located near San Manuel. * '''Malangsi Fishtival''' is a yearly agricultural festival in April in the town of Bayambang. * Dipalo River scenic area in San Quintin municipality ===Beaches=== * '''Patar White Sand Beach''' * The beaches near '''San Fabian''' in the northeastern part of Pangasinan are worth a visit * Tondol Beach or often referred to a '''Little Boracay of the North''' is a stunning beach near Anda in the far northwest of the region. ==Buy== For a fishy experience, try the fish market in Dagupan. ==Eat== ==Sleep== ==Go next== * [[La Union]] {{outlineregion}} {{isPartOf|Ilocos}} {{geo|15.9167|120.3333|zoom=7}} 3ccoxuw2aljtc1cbsjpx931gx2lq17d 0 26746 5328532 5286202 2026-08-14T21:39:58Z Lazarus1255 2236161 Replaced telephone like directory list of hotels from 2006 with a couple of representative ones. 5328532 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Paradip''' or '''Paradeep''' is a major port town in the [[North Coast (Odisha)|North Coast]] of [[Odisha]]. [[File:Jagannath Temple at Paradeep.jpg|thumbnail|Jagannath Temple]] ==Understand== Located at a distance of {{km|125}} from the capital city of Bhubaneshwar, the seaport of Paradeep is the oldest existing port of the state of Odisha. The importance of Paradeep and its beach is manifold. Besides being an attractive tourist spot, the Paradeep beach in Odisha is also one of the most important commercial sea port of the country. Paradeep which is actually an estuary of the Mahanadi River, is one of the most popular beaches of Odisha. Covered by green forests and adorned with natural creeks and island, the Paradeep beach is a paradise for all marine lovers. Paradeep attracts a number of tourists from all over the world and its shimmering golden beaches and aqua blue waters explain its popularity. The tropical sun and the long stretches of sandy beaches are the perfect place to soak oneself in the organic values of nature. ==Get in== {{Mapframe}} Paradeep is 125 km by road from Bhubaneswar Airport ({{IATA|BBI}}); 94 km by road from Cuttack Railway Station. Paradip is connected by rail and bus but most people prefer to travel via Bhubaneswar or Cuttack. Hired cars or taxis are easily available at both the places. Those who are not heading for a long stay can even come back to [[Bhubaneswar]] or [[Cuttack]] the same day. Alternatively, there are good hotels in Paradip for those who are planning a longer stay. The important pilgrim centre Kendrapara is 65 km from [[Cuttack]]. Known as Tulasi Kshetra, it is famous for the temple of Lord Baladeva. A grand car festival is held here annually which draws a mammoth crowd. Also 60 km from Cuttack, Jhankad, houses the shrine of Goddess Sarala and the place is also associated with poet Sarala Das, the first epic poet of Odisha. * {{go | name=Paradeep railway station | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q24949649 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content= }} ==Get around== How to get there : All three have regular bus services from Cuttack. On the confluence of the river Mahanadi and the Bay of Bengal, Paradeep is a beautiful beach. The beach is famous for its clear blue water, green forest, stones alongside the beach, a good marine drive and the biggest port. Visitors can spend some hours frolicking in the lovely indigo water. The scenic location of the beach gives an ideal destination for tour. Touring Seasons: November to March Beach Accessibility Airlines: The nearest airport is Bhubaneswar just 125km away from Paradeep; from there you can easily fetch a vehicle or a bus. Rail Lines: The nearest rail station is Cuttack, 94 km away from Paradeep. From here you can pick a bus to Paradeep. Bus Lines: NH-5A links Paradeep, so any one can easily come to Paradeep from major cities of Odisha, it also connect 3 major tourist towns of Udayagiri, Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri, all within a 100km. Fascinating Places near the Paradeep Beach : Temple of Baladeva Kendrapara, known as 'Tulasi Kshetra', is famous for the temple of Lord Baladeva. Jhankad Situated 60km from Cuttack, Jhankad popular for the temple of Goddess Sarala and the place is associated with poet Sarala Das, the first epic poet of Odisha. A grand car festival is held here annually which attracts a vast crowd. Bhitarkanika National Park The seashore area has been a crocodile sanctuary since 1975.Bhitarkanika National Park, sprawled over 367 km², is home to variety of animals. The exciting forest is covered by mangroves criss-crossed by rivers and creeks. Gahirmatha Known for sea turtles and water monitor lizards, Gahirmatha beach has rare white crocodiles. It is also a Park for deer and migratory birds. The place is now the nesting place of the olive Ridley sea turtles. ==See== * '''Hanuman Temple''' * '''Jagganath Temple''' * '''Marine Aquarium''' * '''Neheru Bunglow''', Sea Beach (12&nbsp;km from Paradip). * '''Paradeep Port''' * '''Sea Beach''' * '''Smurti Udyan''' * {{see | name=False point lighthouse | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=20.331582 | long=86.739251 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=You can visit in the Evening Only }} * {{see | name=Hukitola Island | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=20.405078 | long=86.792444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content= }} ==Do== Oceanic Activities You can enjoy here by sunbathing and strolling. The attractions in Paradeep are not restricted to its beaches alone. There are a number of places that one can visit around Paradeep, these include: * Temple of Baladeva * Gahirmatha beach * Jhankad * Bhitarkanika National Park Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar are respectively the nearest railhead and Airport of Paradeep. Reaching Paradeep from any part of Odisha is not a problem as it is well connected by road. The National Highway number 5A passes through Paradeep and links the sea side resort to 3 important tourist spots of the state, Udayagiri, Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri. The roads along the coast line is simply fascinating which makes the experience of traveling to Paradeep as ecstatic as the destination itself. ==Buy== Fish & Prawn. ==Eat== [[File:Fresh Fish from Sea, marinated with Spices.jpg|thumbnail|Fresh sea food marinated with spices in Paradip]] Seafood such as fish, crab and prawns are a common part of the local cuisine. Rasagula is a popular sweet in Paradip. ==Drink== Do not forget to drink Paradip lassi (with coconut as one of the ingredient) from Badapadia, famously known as Gaveskar Lassi ==Sleep== In Paradeep you can accommodate yourself in budget hotels or in lodges; otherwise you can stay in Bhubaneswar or Cuttack and take a trip to here. * '''Hotel Sambit Royale''', Dochhaki, Udayabata +91 93370 30647. Restaurant, soft music playing inside. *'''Mayfair Bay Resort, Paradeep''', Nua Sandhakua, near Paradeep Sea Beach. Outdoor pool and restaurant with breakfast buffet. ==Go next== Exciting moments can also be had at the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary. Sprawled over 672 square kilometres, it has a variety of animals in its mangrove forests criss-crossed by rivers and creeks. Known for crocodiles, sea-turtles (on the Gahirmatha beach) and water monitor lizards, it has rare white crocodiles. It is also a sanctuary for deer and migratory birds. One can also see 10th-11th century temples, sculptures, and mud-forts and pottery. Accommodation is available at the Forest Inspection Bungalow and Interpretation Centre at [[Dangmal]] and Forest Rest House at [[Ekakula]] on [[Gahirmatha]] beach. Contact Divisional Forest Officer, Rajnagar, Dist, Kendrapara. You may go to [[Bhitarkanika]] via [[Chandbali]] and Rajnagar which are 160 km and 100 km respectively from Cuttack. Dangmal, the base is three hours from both Chandbali and Rajnagar by motor launch. For motor launch, contact the DFO, Rajnagar, or Assistant Director, Inland Water Transport, Chandbali. Assistance : Tourist Office, Cuttack, Tel: 612225. {{outlinecity}} {{geo|20.3167|86.6167}} {{isPartOf|North Coast (Odisha)}} rk6gtfgd7orwzcezf3sbp0klhhw135c 5328533 5328532 2026-08-14T21:42:30Z Lazarus1255 2236161 /* Sleep */ added links 5328533 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Paradip''' or '''Paradeep''' is a major port town in the [[North Coast (Odisha)|North Coast]] of [[Odisha]]. [[File:Jagannath Temple at Paradeep.jpg|thumbnail|Jagannath Temple]] ==Understand== Located at a distance of {{km|125}} from the capital city of Bhubaneshwar, the seaport of Paradeep is the oldest existing port of the state of Odisha. The importance of Paradeep and its beach is manifold. Besides being an attractive tourist spot, the Paradeep beach in Odisha is also one of the most important commercial sea port of the country. Paradeep which is actually an estuary of the Mahanadi River, is one of the most popular beaches of Odisha. Covered by green forests and adorned with natural creeks and island, the Paradeep beach is a paradise for all marine lovers. Paradeep attracts a number of tourists from all over the world and its shimmering golden beaches and aqua blue waters explain its popularity. The tropical sun and the long stretches of sandy beaches are the perfect place to soak oneself in the organic values of nature. ==Get in== {{Mapframe}} Paradeep is 125 km by road from Bhubaneswar Airport ({{IATA|BBI}}); 94 km by road from Cuttack Railway Station. Paradip is connected by rail and bus but most people prefer to travel via Bhubaneswar or Cuttack. Hired cars or taxis are easily available at both the places. Those who are not heading for a long stay can even come back to [[Bhubaneswar]] or [[Cuttack]] the same day. Alternatively, there are good hotels in Paradip for those who are planning a longer stay. The important pilgrim centre Kendrapara is 65 km from [[Cuttack]]. Known as Tulasi Kshetra, it is famous for the temple of Lord Baladeva. A grand car festival is held here annually which draws a mammoth crowd. Also 60 km from Cuttack, Jhankad, houses the shrine of Goddess Sarala and the place is also associated with poet Sarala Das, the first epic poet of Odisha. * {{go | name=Paradeep railway station | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q24949649 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content= }} ==Get around== How to get there : All three have regular bus services from Cuttack. On the confluence of the river Mahanadi and the Bay of Bengal, Paradeep is a beautiful beach. The beach is famous for its clear blue water, green forest, stones alongside the beach, a good marine drive and the biggest port. Visitors can spend some hours frolicking in the lovely indigo water. The scenic location of the beach gives an ideal destination for tour. Touring Seasons: November to March Beach Accessibility Airlines: The nearest airport is Bhubaneswar just 125km away from Paradeep; from there you can easily fetch a vehicle or a bus. Rail Lines: The nearest rail station is Cuttack, 94 km away from Paradeep. From here you can pick a bus to Paradeep. Bus Lines: NH-5A links Paradeep, so any one can easily come to Paradeep from major cities of Odisha, it also connect 3 major tourist towns of Udayagiri, Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri, all within a 100km. Fascinating Places near the Paradeep Beach : Temple of Baladeva Kendrapara, known as 'Tulasi Kshetra', is famous for the temple of Lord Baladeva. Jhankad Situated 60km from Cuttack, Jhankad popular for the temple of Goddess Sarala and the place is associated with poet Sarala Das, the first epic poet of Odisha. A grand car festival is held here annually which attracts a vast crowd. Bhitarkanika National Park The seashore area has been a crocodile sanctuary since 1975.Bhitarkanika National Park, sprawled over 367 km², is home to variety of animals. The exciting forest is covered by mangroves criss-crossed by rivers and creeks. Gahirmatha Known for sea turtles and water monitor lizards, Gahirmatha beach has rare white crocodiles. It is also a Park for deer and migratory birds. The place is now the nesting place of the olive Ridley sea turtles. ==See== * '''Hanuman Temple''' * '''Jagganath Temple''' * '''Marine Aquarium''' * '''Neheru Bunglow''', Sea Beach (12&nbsp;km from Paradip). * '''Paradeep Port''' * '''Sea Beach''' * '''Smurti Udyan''' * {{see | name=False point lighthouse | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=20.331582 | long=86.739251 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=You can visit in the Evening Only }} * {{see | name=Hukitola Island | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=20.405078 | long=86.792444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content= }} ==Do== Oceanic Activities You can enjoy here by sunbathing and strolling. The attractions in Paradeep are not restricted to its beaches alone. There are a number of places that one can visit around Paradeep, these include: * Temple of Baladeva * Gahirmatha beach * Jhankad * Bhitarkanika National Park Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar are respectively the nearest railhead and Airport of Paradeep. Reaching Paradeep from any part of Odisha is not a problem as it is well connected by road. The National Highway number 5A passes through Paradeep and links the sea side resort to 3 important tourist spots of the state, Udayagiri, Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri. The roads along the coast line is simply fascinating which makes the experience of traveling to Paradeep as ecstatic as the destination itself. ==Buy== Fish & Prawn. ==Eat== [[File:Fresh Fish from Sea, marinated with Spices.jpg|thumbnail|Fresh sea food marinated with spices in Paradip]] Seafood such as fish, crab and prawns are a common part of the local cuisine. Rasagula is a popular sweet in Paradip. ==Drink== Do not forget to drink Paradip lassi (with coconut as one of the ingredient) from Badapadia, famously known as Gaveskar Lassi ==Sleep== In Paradeep you can accommodate yourself in budget hotels or in lodges; otherwise you can stay in Bhubaneswar or Cuttack and take a trip to here. * '''[https://sambitgroup.com/ Hotel Sambit Royale]''', Dochhaki, Udayabata +91 93370 30647. Restaurant, soft music playing inside. *'''[https://www.mayfairhotels.com/bay-resort-paradeep/ Mayfair Bay Resort], Paradeep''', Nua Sandhakua, near Paradeep Sea Beach. Outdoor pool and restaurant with breakfast buffet. ==Go next== Exciting moments can also be had at the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary. Sprawled over 672 square kilometres, it has a variety of animals in its mangrove forests criss-crossed by rivers and creeks. Known for crocodiles, sea-turtles (on the Gahirmatha beach) and water monitor lizards, it has rare white crocodiles. It is also a sanctuary for deer and migratory birds. One can also see 10th-11th century temples, sculptures, and mud-forts and pottery. Accommodation is available at the Forest Inspection Bungalow and Interpretation Centre at [[Dangmal]] and Forest Rest House at [[Ekakula]] on [[Gahirmatha]] beach. Contact Divisional Forest Officer, Rajnagar, Dist, Kendrapara. You may go to [[Bhitarkanika]] via [[Chandbali]] and Rajnagar which are 160 km and 100 km respectively from Cuttack. Dangmal, the base is three hours from both Chandbali and Rajnagar by motor launch. For motor launch, contact the DFO, Rajnagar, or Assistant Director, Inland Water Transport, Chandbali. Assistance : Tourist Office, Cuttack, Tel: 612225. {{outlinecity}} {{geo|20.3167|86.6167}} {{isPartOf|North Coast (Odisha)}} 7pvq3lv1ywgu97nb15upucvju6lr7rr 5328534 5328533 2026-08-14T21:45:01Z Lazarus1255 2236161 /* Get around */ Removed unrelated info and moved destinations afield to Go Next section. 5328534 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Paradip''' or '''Paradeep''' is a major port town in the [[North Coast (Odisha)|North Coast]] of [[Odisha]]. [[File:Jagannath Temple at Paradeep.jpg|thumbnail|Jagannath Temple]] ==Understand== Located at a distance of {{km|125}} from the capital city of Bhubaneshwar, the seaport of Paradeep is the oldest existing port of the state of Odisha. The importance of Paradeep and its beach is manifold. Besides being an attractive tourist spot, the Paradeep beach in Odisha is also one of the most important commercial sea port of the country. Paradeep which is actually an estuary of the Mahanadi River, is one of the most popular beaches of Odisha. Covered by green forests and adorned with natural creeks and island, the Paradeep beach is a paradise for all marine lovers. Paradeep attracts a number of tourists from all over the world and its shimmering golden beaches and aqua blue waters explain its popularity. The tropical sun and the long stretches of sandy beaches are the perfect place to soak oneself in the organic values of nature. ==Get in== {{Mapframe}} Paradeep is 125 km by road from Bhubaneswar Airport ({{IATA|BBI}}); 94 km by road from Cuttack Railway Station. Paradip is connected by rail and bus but most people prefer to travel via Bhubaneswar or Cuttack. Hired cars or taxis are easily available at both the places. Those who are not heading for a long stay can even come back to [[Bhubaneswar]] or [[Cuttack]] the same day. Alternatively, there are good hotels in Paradip for those who are planning a longer stay. The important pilgrim centre Kendrapara is 65 km from [[Cuttack]]. Known as Tulasi Kshetra, it is famous for the temple of Lord Baladeva. A grand car festival is held here annually which draws a mammoth crowd. Also 60 km from Cuttack, Jhankad, houses the shrine of Goddess Sarala and the place is also associated with poet Sarala Das, the first epic poet of Odisha. * {{go | name=Paradeep railway station | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q24949649 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content= }} ==Get around== ==See== * '''Hanuman Temple''' * '''Jagganath Temple''' * '''Marine Aquarium''' * '''Neheru Bunglow''', Sea Beach (12&nbsp;km from Paradip). * '''Paradeep Port''' * '''Sea Beach''' * '''Smurti Udyan''' * {{see | name=False point lighthouse | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=20.331582 | long=86.739251 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=You can visit in the Evening Only }} * {{see | name=Hukitola Island | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=20.405078 | long=86.792444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content= }} ==Do== Oceanic Activities You can enjoy here by sunbathing and strolling. The attractions in Paradeep are not restricted to its beaches alone. There are a number of places that one can visit around Paradeep, these include: * Temple of Baladeva * Gahirmatha beach * Jhankad * Bhitarkanika National Park Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar are respectively the nearest railhead and Airport of Paradeep. Reaching Paradeep from any part of Odisha is not a problem as it is well connected by road. The National Highway number 5A passes through Paradeep and links the sea side resort to 3 important tourist spots of the state, Udayagiri, Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri. The roads along the coast line is simply fascinating which makes the experience of traveling to Paradeep as ecstatic as the destination itself. ==Buy== Fish & Prawn. ==Eat== [[File:Fresh Fish from Sea, marinated with Spices.jpg|thumbnail|Fresh sea food marinated with spices in Paradip]] Seafood such as fish, crab and prawns are a common part of the local cuisine. Rasagula is a popular sweet in Paradip. ==Drink== Do not forget to drink Paradip lassi (with coconut as one of the ingredient) from Badapadia, famously known as Gaveskar Lassi ==Sleep== In Paradeep you can accommodate yourself in budget hotels or in lodges; otherwise you can stay in Bhubaneswar or Cuttack and take a trip to here. * '''[https://sambitgroup.com/ Hotel Sambit Royale]''', Dochhaki, Udayabata +91 93370 30647. Restaurant, soft music playing inside. *'''[https://www.mayfairhotels.com/bay-resort-paradeep/ Mayfair Bay Resort], Paradeep''', Nua Sandhakua, near Paradeep Sea Beach. Outdoor pool and restaurant with breakfast buffet. ==Go next== Exciting moments can also be had at the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary. Sprawled over 672 square kilometres, it has a variety of animals in its mangrove forests criss-crossed by rivers and creeks. Known for crocodiles, sea-turtles (on the Gahirmatha beach) and water monitor lizards, it has rare white crocodiles. It is also a sanctuary for deer and migratory birds. One can also see 10th-11th century temples, sculptures, and mud-forts and pottery. Accommodation is available at the Forest Inspection Bungalow and Interpretation Centre at [[Dangmal]] and Forest Rest House at [[Ekakula]] on [[Gahirmatha]] beach. Contact Divisional Forest Officer, Rajnagar, Dist, Kendrapara. You may go to [[Bhitarkanika]] via [[Chandbali]] and Rajnagar which are 160 km and 100 km respectively from Cuttack. Dangmal, the base is three hours from both Chandbali and Rajnagar by motor launch. For motor launch, contact the DFO, Rajnagar, or Assistant Director, Inland Water Transport, Chandbali. Assistance : Tourist Office, Cuttack, Tel: 612225. {{outlinecity}} {{geo|20.3167|86.6167}} {{isPartOf|North Coast (Odisha)}} 8xq5xmy4a1f0nuaj1nmukyrwurrfj4a 5328536 5328534 2026-08-14T21:47:51Z Lazarus1255 2236161 /* Go next */ Moved content that was under Get Around to Go Next 5328536 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Paradip''' or '''Paradeep''' is a major port town in the [[North Coast (Odisha)|North Coast]] of [[Odisha]]. [[File:Jagannath Temple at Paradeep.jpg|thumbnail|Jagannath Temple]] ==Understand== Located at a distance of {{km|125}} from the capital city of Bhubaneshwar, the seaport of Paradeep is the oldest existing port of the state of Odisha. The importance of Paradeep and its beach is manifold. Besides being an attractive tourist spot, the Paradeep beach in Odisha is also one of the most important commercial sea port of the country. Paradeep which is actually an estuary of the Mahanadi River, is one of the most popular beaches of Odisha. Covered by green forests and adorned with natural creeks and island, the Paradeep beach is a paradise for all marine lovers. Paradeep attracts a number of tourists from all over the world and its shimmering golden beaches and aqua blue waters explain its popularity. The tropical sun and the long stretches of sandy beaches are the perfect place to soak oneself in the organic values of nature. ==Get in== {{Mapframe}} Paradeep is 125 km by road from Bhubaneswar Airport ({{IATA|BBI}}); 94 km by road from Cuttack Railway Station. Paradip is connected by rail and bus but most people prefer to travel via Bhubaneswar or Cuttack. Hired cars or taxis are easily available at both the places. Those who are not heading for a long stay can even come back to [[Bhubaneswar]] or [[Cuttack]] the same day. Alternatively, there are good hotels in Paradip for those who are planning a longer stay. The important pilgrim centre Kendrapara is 65 km from [[Cuttack]]. Known as Tulasi Kshetra, it is famous for the temple of Lord Baladeva. A grand car festival is held here annually which draws a mammoth crowd. Also 60 km from Cuttack, Jhankad, houses the shrine of Goddess Sarala and the place is also associated with poet Sarala Das, the first epic poet of Odisha. * {{go | name=Paradeep railway station | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q24949649 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content= }} ==Get around== ==See== * '''Hanuman Temple''' * '''Jagganath Temple''' * '''Marine Aquarium''' * '''Neheru Bunglow''', Sea Beach (12&nbsp;km from Paradip). * '''Paradeep Port''' * '''Sea Beach''' * '''Smurti Udyan''' * {{see | name=False point lighthouse | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=20.331582 | long=86.739251 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=You can visit in the Evening Only }} * {{see | name=Hukitola Island | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=20.405078 | long=86.792444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content= }} ==Do== Oceanic Activities You can enjoy here by sunbathing and strolling. The attractions in Paradeep are not restricted to its beaches alone. There are a number of places that one can visit around Paradeep, these include: * Temple of Baladeva * Gahirmatha beach * Jhankad * Bhitarkanika National Park Cuttack and Bhubaneshwar are respectively the nearest railhead and Airport of Paradeep. Reaching Paradeep from any part of Odisha is not a problem as it is well connected by road. The National Highway number 5A passes through Paradeep and links the sea side resort to 3 important tourist spots of the state, Udayagiri, Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri. The roads along the coast line is simply fascinating which makes the experience of traveling to Paradeep as ecstatic as the destination itself. ==Buy== Fish & Prawn. ==Eat== [[File:Fresh Fish from Sea, marinated with Spices.jpg|thumbnail|Fresh sea food marinated with spices in Paradip]] Seafood such as fish, crab and prawns are a common part of the local cuisine. Rasagula is a popular sweet in Paradip. ==Drink== Do not forget to drink Paradip lassi (with coconut as one of the ingredient) from Badapadia, famously known as Gaveskar Lassi ==Sleep== In Paradeep you can accommodate yourself in budget hotels or in lodges; otherwise you can stay in Bhubaneswar or Cuttack and take a trip to here. * '''[https://sambitgroup.com/ Hotel Sambit Royale]''', Dochhaki, Udayabata +91 93370 30647. Restaurant, soft music playing inside. *'''[https://www.mayfairhotels.com/bay-resort-paradeep/ Mayfair Bay Resort], Paradeep''', Nua Sandhakua, near Paradeep Sea Beach. Outdoor pool and restaurant with breakfast buffet. ==Go next== Exciting moments can also be had at the Bhitarkanika Wildlife Sanctuary. Sprawled over 672 square kilometres, it has a variety of animals in its mangrove forests criss-crossed by rivers and creeks. Known for crocodiles, sea-turtles (on the Gahirmatha beach) and water monitor lizards, it has rare white crocodiles. It is also a sanctuary for deer and migratory birds. One can also see 10th-11th century temples, sculptures, and mud-forts and pottery. Accommodation is available at the Forest Inspection Bungalow and Interpretation Centre at [[Dangmal]] and Forest Rest House at [[Ekakula]] on [[Gahirmatha]] beach. Contact Divisional Forest Officer, Rajnagar, Dist, Kendrapara. You may go to [[Bhitarkanika]] via [[Chandbali]] and Rajnagar which are 160 km and 100 km respectively from Cuttack. Dangmal, the base is three hours from both Chandbali and Rajnagar by motor launch. For motor launch, contact the DFO, Rajnagar, or Assistant Director, Inland Water Transport, Chandbali. Assistance : Tourist Office, Cuttack, Tel: 612225. *'''Gahirmatha''', known for sea turtles and water monitor lizards, Gahirmatha beach has rare white crocodiles. It is also a Park for deer and migratory birds. The place is now the nesting place of the olive Ridley sea turtles. * '''Temple of Baladeva''', Kendrapara, known as 'Tulasi Kshetra', is famous for the temple of Lord Baladeva. *'''Jhankad''', ituated 60km from Cuttack, Jhankad popular for the temple of Goddess Sarala and the place is associated with poet Sarala Das, the first epic poet of Odisha. A grand car festival is held here annually which attracts a vast crowd. {{outlinecity}} {{geo|20.3167|86.6167}} {{isPartOf|North Coast (Odisha)}} fx6eqf8w4aaxbuwtz0v88aocsqolsfk 0 26821 5328716 5321074 2026-08-15T09:40:38Z WikiSeto 2385779 Add Restaurant brigitte 5328716 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Paris 17e Wikivoyage Banner.png|pgname=17th arrondissement}} The '''17th arrondissement''' of Paris lies (slightly) off the beaten path, directly north of the Arc de Triomphe. If you want to see Paris at some of its finest, wealthiest, and most eclectic, this is the place to go. There are no major sights to see or museums to visit, just amazing Haussmannian architecture, countless restaurants, and that quintessential Parisian atmosphere you always imagined. But beyond this postcard introduction, the neighborhoods that make up the 17th arrondissement have different characteristics. The southwestern areas, commonly referred to as ''Wagram-Monceau-Ternes'', feel like an extension of the Champs Élysées and 16th arrondissement, with high-end shopping galore and fancy apartments. The central area of ''Batignolles'' is quite different, with a grungy bohemian feel, lots of bars and bistros which are popular with ''bobos'' (short for ''bohemian-bourgeois'' aka "hipsters") from the 17th and elsewhere, and plenty of green spaces. Finally, the Épinettes neighbourhood, at the eastern end, is more "rough around the edges" and has quite a lot in common with the neighbouring 18th arrondissement, but still offers a plethora of ethnic cuisines, cheap stores, and excellent bars. ==Get in== [[File:L'escalier du Palais des Congrés à Paris.jpg|thumb|250x250px|Palais des Congrès]] ===By plane=== Although the 17th is not particularly close to any of the Paris airports, it is there where airport buses from [[Charles de Gaulle Airport]] (Les Cars Airfrance) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (the official shuttle bus) land, stopping at Porte Maillot (Les Cars also stop at Place de l'Étoile). If you want to start exploring right after getting off your airport shuttle bus, or head to the hotel without having to transfer further, the 17th is where you can start your Paris adventure. ===By Transiliens=== The suburban Transilien train lines J and L cross the district on their way to ''Gare Saint-Lazare'', but only Transilien J stops within the 17th at ''Pont-Cardinet''. If you arrive on Transilien L, you have to go back a short distance from ''Saint-Lazare'' to find yourself in the 17th. [[File:RER CDG Station, Paris December 2006.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Charles de Gaulle station of the RER welcomes one with retrofuturistic chic]] ===By RER=== RER lines A and C cross in the 17th, but do not share a common station - the Line A runs from west to east along the southern boundary of the district, with a station at ''Place Charles de Gaulle'', while the Line C runs from South to North closer to the western border of the district with stops at ''Neuilly – Porte Maillot'', ''Pereire – Levallois'' and ''Porte de Clichy''. ===By Métro=== Line 1 has stops at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile and Porte Maillot. Line 2 has stops at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile, Ternes, Courcelles, Monceau, Villiers, Rome, and Place de Clichy. Line 3 has stops at Porte de Champerret, Pereire, Wagram, Malesherbes, and Villiers. Line 6 has a stop at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile. Line 13 has stops at Porte de Clichy, Brochant, Porte de Saint-Ouen, Guy Môquet, La Fourche, and Place de Clichy. Line 14 has stops at Pont-Cardinet and Porte de Clichy. ==See== Make sure you admire the many '''luxurious townhouses''' along the avenues, and relax in hidden small parks and squares sprinkled throughout the area. Many of Paris's upper class live in this district, and the architecture proudly shows this! * {{See|name=Parc Clichy Batignolles Martin Luther King|url=https://www.paris.fr/lieux/parc-clichy-batignolles-martin-luther-king-2817|address=147 rue Cardinet|lat=48.8913|long=2.3143|directions=between the stations Pont Cardinet, Brochant and Porte de Clichy|hours=M-F 07:00-21:30; Sa Su 08:00-21:30|price=Free|lastedit=2026-06-18|content=The largest park in the 17th, completed in 2020. It has various installations for kids and sports. It's a good spot to see flowering trees during spring.|image=Parc Martin Luther King - Eolienne.jpg|wikidata=Q2739499}} * {{See|name=Château des Ternes|address=17 Rue Pierre Demours|lat=48.8807|long=2.2932|directions=close to the Ternes metro station|lastedit=2026-06-18|content=The last remains of a castle dating from the 16th century|image=Paris 17 - Château des Ternes -364.JPG|wikidata=Q15940143}} ==Do== * {{do | name=Le Palais des Congrès de Paris | alt= | url=https://www.viparis.com/nos-lieux/palais-des-congres-de-paris | email= | address=2 Place de la Porte Maillot | lat=48.879162 | long=2.283469 | directions=accessible from the Porte Maillot station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Palais des congrès de Paris | image=| wikidata=Q1781591 |lastedit=2026-06-19| content=A large convention center and concert venue. }} ==Buy== *{{buy | name=Marché des Batignolles | alt= | url=https://www.paris.fr/lieux/marche-couvert-batignolles-5517 | email= | address=31 Rue des Moines | lat=48.8893 | long=2.3197 | directions=close to the Brochant metro station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-F 08:30-14:00 and 16ː00-20:30, Sa 08:30-20:30, Su 08:30-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-06-19 | content=This covered market is known for its organic produce, and has fish and meat and a supermarket (G20) as well. }} *{{Buy|name=Marché Poncelet|address=Rue Poncelet|directions=near the Ternes metro station|lat=48.8794|long=2.2976|hours=Tu-Sa 09:00-19:00, Su 09:00-12:00|lastedit=2026-06-19|content=A shopping streets with many stalls and small shops.}} *{{Buy|name=Marché de Lévis|url=https://www.marchedelevis.com/|address=Rue de Lévis|directions=close to the Villiers metro station|lat=48.8825|long=2.3151|lastedit=2026-06-19|content=A famous shopping street with more than 80 stalls and shops.}} ==Eat== [[File:Le Petit Poucet, 5 Place de Clichy, 75017 Paris 2012.jpg|thumbnail|right|The typical bistros that Paris is famous for grace almost every corner in the 17th arrondissement, and can be enjoyed without the touristy atmosphere found elsewhere]] Though the diversity of cuisine is definitely a notch below the rest of Paris, the 17th arrondissement represents probably the best opportunity to experience true Parisian and French food. The area does house some of the finest Algerian and World cuisine in Paris. If you want a twist on French wine and food, go try some! * {{eat | name=Brasserie Wepler | alt= | url=http://www.wepler.com | email= | address=14, Place de Clichy | lat=48.8838 | long=2.3275 | directions=Metro Place de Clichy | phone=+33 1 45 22 13 42 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Menu from €27 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=Excellent service, open late, seafood specialities. It is closed for renovations. }} * {{Eat|name=Restaurant Brigitte|url=https://www.restaurantbrigitte.fr/|address=16 avenue de Villiers|lat=48.8820|long=2.3139|directions=Between the Villiers and Malesherbes metro stations|phone=+33 1 47 63 25 61|hours=M-Sa 12:00-14:30 then 19:30-22:30, Su 12:00-14:30 then 19:30-22:00|price=Meals between 25€ and 95€|lastedit=2026-08-15|content=Finely prepared french cuisine served in a fancy bistrot environment. One of the notable point of this restaurant is their large collection of Chartreuse liquors.}} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=Le Bar Belge | url= | email= | address=75 avenue de Saint Ouen | lat=48.8924 | long=2.3270 | directions=Métro Guy Moquet | phone=+33 1 46 27 41 01 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 06:00-02:00, Su 10:00-02:00 | price= |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=Opened in 1954 as Paris was finally recovering from the occupation, the Bar Belge serves dozens of different Belgian beers, ales, and lambics in a locals-dominated, but very friendly room. They also have ''Vlaams Frites'', the original "french" fries. Free Wi-Fi.}} *{{drink | name=Les Caves Populaires | url= | email= | address=22, rue des Dames | lat=48.8848 | long=2.3245 | directions=Métro Place de Clichy | phone=+33 1 53 04 08 32 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:30-02ː00 | price= |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=A major bobo hangout, this one specialises in wine as opposed to the more beer-oriented Lush.}} {{mapframe|layer=W}} * *{{drink | name=Lush | url= | email= | address=16, rue des Dames | lat=48.8852 | long=2.3252 | directions=Métro Place de Clichy | phone=+33 1 43 87 49 46 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 17:00-02:00 | price= |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=Grungy atmosphere and a well thought out selection of beers and tunes have made this a popular space with the bobo crowd. There's not much in the way of furniture, so it's standing room only when the place gets hopping. Of course that means you can fit more hipsters per square metre.}} ==Sleep== [[File:Panorama Concorde Lafayette south.jpg|thumbnail|right|View of Paris from the Hyatt Regency hotel]] Hotels and other accommodation facilities in the 17th are mostly to be found clustered at the extremities of the arrondissement, near the attractions - the Place de l'Étoile the Palais du Congress and Place de Clichy (Montmartre). Those provide reasonable connections to the rest of Paris, especially Place de l'Étoile. While cheaper accommodation can be found deeper into the 17th, do make sure that it has effective transportation connections you will need to visit your points of interest. ===Budget=== ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Hôtel Acacias Etoile | alt= | url=https://www.arcotel-acaciasetoile.com/en/ | email=contact@acaciasetoile.fr | address=11 rue des Acacias | lat=48.87661 | long=2.2908 | directions=Métro Argentine | phone=+33 1 43 80 60 22 | tollfree= | fax=+33 1 48 88 96 40 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€100-250; breakfast is €12 extra |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=A clean, well-run hotel in the side streets near Place Charles de Gaulle. The staff is friendly, the rooms aren't large, but they are immaculate. }} * {{sleep | name=Mercure Paris Arc de Triomphe Etoile | alt= | url=https://all.accor.com/hotel/0372/index.en.shtml | email= | address=27, avenue des Ternes | lat=48.87829 | long=2.29498 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€180-250 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=Modern rooms featuring frosted glass and stiff curtain dividers between sleeping areas and bathrooms, which may not be to everybody's liking. The most expensive rooms enjoy terraces with views over the 17th all the way to La Défense. }} * {{sleep | name=Novotel Paris 17 Porte d'Asnières | alt= | url=https://all.accor.com/hotel/4987/index.en.shtml | email= | address=34, avenue Porte d'Asnières| lat=48.89194 | long=2.30240 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€145-200 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=A typical Novotel in a faraway corner of the 17th, not really close to anything nor particularly conveniently located. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel L'Eldorado | alt= | url=https://hoteleldoradoparis.com/ | email= | address=18, rue des Dames | lat=48.88501 | long=2.32492 | directions=Métro Place de Clichy | phone=+33 1 45 22 35 21 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€150-250 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=A former ''maison de rendez-vous'', a home to the kept women of the 19th century bourgeois. Now a 4-star hotel. }} [[File:Renaissance Arc De Triomphe Paris Room 416 n03.jpg|thumbnail|right|The 17th arrondissement has perhaps the largest supply of modern-style, large hotel rooms in entire Paris]] ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Regency Paris Étoile | alt=former Concorde Lafayette | url=https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/france/hyatt-regency-paris-etoile/parhr | email= | address=3, place du Général Kœnig | lat=48.880556 | long=2.284444 | directions=Métro Porte Maillot | phone=+33 1 40 68 12 34 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€250-500 | wikidata=Q3142395 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=The tallest hotel in Paris is the lone skyscraper in the northwest of Paris, adjacent to the Palais du Congres. It enjoys an unobstructed line of sight towards the Eiffel Tower from the rooms facing it and its top-floor bar. After Hyatt took over the property, it is being gradually updated, but still not entirely up to the best Hyatt worldwide standards. }} * {{sleep | name=Le Méridien Paris Arc de Triomphe | alt= | url=https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/parmd-le-meridien-paris-arc-de-triomphe/overview/ | email=standard@lemeridienparis.com | address=81 boulevard Gouvion Saint Cyr | lat=48.8794 | long=2.285 | directions=metro/RER Porte Maillot | phone=+33 1 40 68 34 34 | tollfree=+33 1 40 68 34 34 |fax=+33 1 40 68 34 75| checkin= | checkout= | price=€200-300 | wikidata=Q3224950 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=The first Le Meridien in the world, built in 1972 to cater for Air France passengers arriving on the newly-acquired widebody jets. Behind the distinctive 1970s facade are updated rooms and common areas with contemporary design and facilities. The hotel faces the Palais du Congres and caters mostly for business travellers. This is the largest hotel by room count in Paris, with 1,025 rooms of various types. The less expensive Classic and Deluxe rooms have more dated decor, the Urban and Executive rooms have been thoroughly updated to 21st century standards. }} * {{sleep | name=Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe | alt= | url=https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/parwg-renaissance-paris-arc-de-triomphe-hotel/overview/ | email=reception@renaissanceparisarc.com | address=39 Avenue de Wagram | lat=48.87708 | long=2.29714 | directions=Métro Charles de Gaulle-Étoile | phone= | tollfree=+33 1 55 37 55 37 | fax=+33 1 55 37 55 38 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€430-475 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=The Renaissance is a thoroughly modern property with floor-to-ceiling windows in the posh Avenue Wagram, just a short walk from Place de l'Étoile. The building was designed by the same Christian de Portzamparc who gave the Palais du Congres its current appearance. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Le Bar Belge | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=see Drink listing | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Free Wi-Fi for customers.}} ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=Paris Metro 1.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Paris/La Défense|La Défense]] | minorl1=[[Paris/16th arrondissement|16th arrondissement]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Paris/1st arrondissement|1st arrondissement]] | minorr1=[[Paris/8th arrondissement|8th arrondissement]] | image2=Paris m 2 jms.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Paris/16th arrondissement|16th arrondissement]] | minorl2= | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Paris/11th arrondissement|11th arrondissement]] | minorr2='''[[Paris/18th arrondissement|18th arrondissement]]''' | image3=Paris m 3 jms.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Levallois-Perret]] | minorl3= | directionr3=E | majorr3=[[Paris/2nd arrondissement|2nd arrondissement]] | minorr3=[[Paris/8th arrondissement|8th arrondissement]] }} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|48.8869|2.3088|zoom=14}} {{IsPartOf|Paris}} {{Mapmask |48.8875,2.3256 |48.9010,2.3301 |48.9010,2.3302 |48.9008,2.3216 |48.9008,2.3204 |48.8997,2.3187 |48.8996,2.3185 |48.8981,2.3134 |48.8978,2.3123 |48.8960,2.3077 |48.8960,2.3076 |48.8902,2.2956 |48.8899,2.2950 |48.8895,2.2917 |48.8895,2.2915 |48.8867,2.2860 |48.8866,2.2857 |48.8831,2.2812 |48.8829,2.2809 |48.8787,2.2800 |48.8787,2.2798 |48.8742,2.2938 |48.8738,2.2950 |48.8778,2.2980 |48.8781,2.2982 |48.8796,2.3054 |48.8803,2.3086 |48.8813,2.3165 |48.8813,2.3167 |48.8835,2.3272 |48.8835,2.3274 |48.8875,2.3256}} 3exl2ya6fyokcf5umfb12z8tg961e23 5328719 5328716 2026-08-15T09:50:03Z WikiSeto 2385779 A Jean Bart 5328719 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Paris 17e Wikivoyage Banner.png|pgname=17th arrondissement}} The '''17th arrondissement''' of Paris lies (slightly) off the beaten path, directly north of the Arc de Triomphe. If you want to see Paris at some of its finest, wealthiest, and most eclectic, this is the place to go. There are no major sights to see or museums to visit, just amazing Haussmannian architecture, countless restaurants, and that quintessential Parisian atmosphere you always imagined. But beyond this postcard introduction, the neighborhoods that make up the 17th arrondissement have different characteristics. The southwestern areas, commonly referred to as ''Wagram-Monceau-Ternes'', feel like an extension of the Champs Élysées and 16th arrondissement, with high-end shopping galore and fancy apartments. The central area of ''Batignolles'' is quite different, with a grungy bohemian feel, lots of bars and bistros which are popular with ''bobos'' (short for ''bohemian-bourgeois'' aka "hipsters") from the 17th and elsewhere, and plenty of green spaces. Finally, the Épinettes neighbourhood, at the eastern end, is more "rough around the edges" and has quite a lot in common with the neighbouring 18th arrondissement, but still offers a plethora of ethnic cuisines, cheap stores, and excellent bars. ==Get in== [[File:L'escalier du Palais des Congrés à Paris.jpg|thumb|250x250px|Palais des Congrès]] ===By plane=== Although the 17th is not particularly close to any of the Paris airports, it is there where airport buses from [[Charles de Gaulle Airport]] (Les Cars Airfrance) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (the official shuttle bus) land, stopping at Porte Maillot (Les Cars also stop at Place de l'Étoile). If you want to start exploring right after getting off your airport shuttle bus, or head to the hotel without having to transfer further, the 17th is where you can start your Paris adventure. ===By Transiliens=== The suburban Transilien train lines J and L cross the district on their way to ''Gare Saint-Lazare'', but only Transilien J stops within the 17th at ''Pont-Cardinet''. If you arrive on Transilien L, you have to go back a short distance from ''Saint-Lazare'' to find yourself in the 17th. [[File:RER CDG Station, Paris December 2006.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Charles de Gaulle station of the RER welcomes one with retrofuturistic chic]] ===By RER=== RER lines A and C cross in the 17th, but do not share a common station - the Line A runs from west to east along the southern boundary of the district, with a station at ''Place Charles de Gaulle'', while the Line C runs from South to North closer to the western border of the district with stops at ''Neuilly – Porte Maillot'', ''Pereire – Levallois'' and ''Porte de Clichy''. ===By Métro=== Line 1 has stops at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile and Porte Maillot. Line 2 has stops at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile, Ternes, Courcelles, Monceau, Villiers, Rome, and Place de Clichy. Line 3 has stops at Porte de Champerret, Pereire, Wagram, Malesherbes, and Villiers. Line 6 has a stop at Charles de Gaulle - Étoile. Line 13 has stops at Porte de Clichy, Brochant, Porte de Saint-Ouen, Guy Môquet, La Fourche, and Place de Clichy. Line 14 has stops at Pont-Cardinet and Porte de Clichy. ==See== Make sure you admire the many '''luxurious townhouses''' along the avenues, and relax in hidden small parks and squares sprinkled throughout the area. Many of Paris's upper class live in this district, and the architecture proudly shows this! * {{See|name=Parc Clichy Batignolles Martin Luther King|url=https://www.paris.fr/lieux/parc-clichy-batignolles-martin-luther-king-2817|address=147 rue Cardinet|lat=48.8913|long=2.3143|directions=between the stations Pont Cardinet, Brochant and Porte de Clichy|hours=M-F 07:00-21:30; Sa Su 08:00-21:30|price=Free|lastedit=2026-06-18|content=The largest park in the 17th, completed in 2020. It has various installations for kids and sports. It's a good spot to see flowering trees during spring.|image=Parc Martin Luther King - Eolienne.jpg|wikidata=Q2739499}} * {{See|name=Château des Ternes|address=17 Rue Pierre Demours|lat=48.8807|long=2.2932|directions=close to the Ternes metro station|lastedit=2026-06-18|content=The last remains of a castle dating from the 16th century|image=Paris 17 - Château des Ternes -364.JPG|wikidata=Q15940143}} ==Do== * {{do | name=Le Palais des Congrès de Paris | alt= | url=https://www.viparis.com/nos-lieux/palais-des-congres-de-paris | email= | address=2 Place de la Porte Maillot | lat=48.879162 | long=2.283469 | directions=accessible from the Porte Maillot station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Palais des congrès de Paris | image=| wikidata=Q1781591 |lastedit=2026-06-19| content=A large convention center and concert venue. }} ==Buy== *{{buy | name=Marché des Batignolles | alt= | url=https://www.paris.fr/lieux/marche-couvert-batignolles-5517 | email= | address=31 Rue des Moines | lat=48.8893 | long=2.3197 | directions=close to the Brochant metro station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-F 08:30-14:00 and 16ː00-20:30, Sa 08:30-20:30, Su 08:30-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-06-19 | content=This covered market is known for its organic produce, and has fish and meat and a supermarket (G20) as well. }} *{{Buy|name=Marché Poncelet|address=Rue Poncelet|directions=near the Ternes metro station|lat=48.8794|long=2.2976|hours=Tu-Sa 09:00-19:00, Su 09:00-12:00|lastedit=2026-06-19|content=A shopping streets with many stalls and small shops.}} *{{Buy|name=Marché de Lévis|url=https://www.marchedelevis.com/|address=Rue de Lévis|directions=close to the Villiers metro station|lat=48.8825|long=2.3151|lastedit=2026-06-19|content=A famous shopping street with more than 80 stalls and shops.}} ==Eat== [[File:Le Petit Poucet, 5 Place de Clichy, 75017 Paris 2012.jpg|thumbnail|right|The typical bistros that Paris is famous for grace almost every corner in the 17th arrondissement, and can be enjoyed without the touristy atmosphere found elsewhere]] Though the diversity of cuisine is definitely a notch below the rest of Paris, the 17th arrondissement represents probably the best opportunity to experience true Parisian and French food. The area does house some of the finest Algerian and World cuisine in Paris. If you want a twist on French wine and food, go try some! * {{eat | name=Brasserie Wepler | alt= | url=http://www.wepler.com | email= | address=14, Place de Clichy | lat=48.8838 | long=2.3275 | directions=Metro Place de Clichy | phone=+33 1 45 22 13 42 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Menu from €27 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=Excellent service, open late, seafood specialities. It is closed for renovations. }} * {{Eat|name=Restaurant Brigitte|url=https://www.restaurantbrigitte.fr/|address=16 avenue de Villiers|lat=48.8820|long=2.3139|directions=Between the Villiers and Malesherbes metro stations|phone=+33 1 47 63 25 61|hours=M-Sa 12:00-14:30 then 19:30-22:30, Su 12:00-14:30 then 19:30-22:00|price=Meals between 25€ and 95€|lastedit=2026-08-15|content=Finely prepared french cuisine served in a fancy bistrot environment. One of the notable point of this restaurant is their large collection of Chartreuse liquors.}} * {{Eat|name=A Jean Bart|url=https://brasserie-ajeanbart.eatbu.com/|address=2 rue Jouffroy D'abbans|lat=48.8873|long=2.3134|directions=Opposite of the Pont Cardinet train station|phone=+33 1 47 63 23 46|hours=Su-F 07:00-01:00|price=Meals between 15€ and 35€|lastedit=2026-08-15|content=A typical Parisian brasserie, with all the classic food options. Croques monsieur are available at the counter.}} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=Le Bar Belge | url= | email= | address=75 avenue de Saint Ouen | lat=48.8924 | long=2.3270 | directions=Métro Guy Moquet | phone=+33 1 46 27 41 01 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 06:00-02:00, Su 10:00-02:00 | price= |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=Opened in 1954 as Paris was finally recovering from the occupation, the Bar Belge serves dozens of different Belgian beers, ales, and lambics in a locals-dominated, but very friendly room. They also have ''Vlaams Frites'', the original "french" fries. Free Wi-Fi.}} *{{drink | name=Les Caves Populaires | url= | email= | address=22, rue des Dames | lat=48.8848 | long=2.3245 | directions=Métro Place de Clichy | phone=+33 1 53 04 08 32 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:30-02ː00 | price= |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=A major bobo hangout, this one specialises in wine as opposed to the more beer-oriented Lush.}} {{mapframe|layer=W}} * *{{drink | name=Lush | url= | email= | address=16, rue des Dames | lat=48.8852 | long=2.3252 | directions=Métro Place de Clichy | phone=+33 1 43 87 49 46 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 17:00-02:00 | price= |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=Grungy atmosphere and a well thought out selection of beers and tunes have made this a popular space with the bobo crowd. There's not much in the way of furniture, so it's standing room only when the place gets hopping. Of course that means you can fit more hipsters per square metre.}} ==Sleep== [[File:Panorama Concorde Lafayette south.jpg|thumbnail|right|View of Paris from the Hyatt Regency hotel]] Hotels and other accommodation facilities in the 17th are mostly to be found clustered at the extremities of the arrondissement, near the attractions - the Place de l'Étoile the Palais du Congress and Place de Clichy (Montmartre). Those provide reasonable connections to the rest of Paris, especially Place de l'Étoile. While cheaper accommodation can be found deeper into the 17th, do make sure that it has effective transportation connections you will need to visit your points of interest. ===Budget=== ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Hôtel Acacias Etoile | alt= | url=https://www.arcotel-acaciasetoile.com/en/ | email=contact@acaciasetoile.fr | address=11 rue des Acacias | lat=48.87661 | long=2.2908 | directions=Métro Argentine | phone=+33 1 43 80 60 22 | tollfree= | fax=+33 1 48 88 96 40 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€100-250; breakfast is €12 extra |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=A clean, well-run hotel in the side streets near Place Charles de Gaulle. The staff is friendly, the rooms aren't large, but they are immaculate. }} * {{sleep | name=Mercure Paris Arc de Triomphe Etoile | alt= | url=https://all.accor.com/hotel/0372/index.en.shtml | email= | address=27, avenue des Ternes | lat=48.87829 | long=2.29498 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€180-250 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=Modern rooms featuring frosted glass and stiff curtain dividers between sleeping areas and bathrooms, which may not be to everybody's liking. The most expensive rooms enjoy terraces with views over the 17th all the way to La Défense. }} * {{sleep | name=Novotel Paris 17 Porte d'Asnières | alt= | url=https://all.accor.com/hotel/4987/index.en.shtml | email= | address=34, avenue Porte d'Asnières| lat=48.89194 | long=2.30240 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€145-200 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=A typical Novotel in a faraway corner of the 17th, not really close to anything nor particularly conveniently located. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel L'Eldorado | alt= | url=https://hoteleldoradoparis.com/ | email= | address=18, rue des Dames | lat=48.88501 | long=2.32492 | directions=Métro Place de Clichy | phone=+33 1 45 22 35 21 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€150-250 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=A former ''maison de rendez-vous'', a home to the kept women of the 19th century bourgeois. Now a 4-star hotel. }} [[File:Renaissance Arc De Triomphe Paris Room 416 n03.jpg|thumbnail|right|The 17th arrondissement has perhaps the largest supply of modern-style, large hotel rooms in entire Paris]] ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Regency Paris Étoile | alt=former Concorde Lafayette | url=https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/france/hyatt-regency-paris-etoile/parhr | email= | address=3, place du Général Kœnig | lat=48.880556 | long=2.284444 | directions=Métro Porte Maillot | phone=+33 1 40 68 12 34 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€250-500 | wikidata=Q3142395 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=The tallest hotel in Paris is the lone skyscraper in the northwest of Paris, adjacent to the Palais du Congres. It enjoys an unobstructed line of sight towards the Eiffel Tower from the rooms facing it and its top-floor bar. After Hyatt took over the property, it is being gradually updated, but still not entirely up to the best Hyatt worldwide standards. }} * {{sleep | name=Le Méridien Paris Arc de Triomphe | alt= | url=https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/parmd-le-meridien-paris-arc-de-triomphe/overview/ | email=standard@lemeridienparis.com | address=81 boulevard Gouvion Saint Cyr | lat=48.8794 | long=2.285 | directions=metro/RER Porte Maillot | phone=+33 1 40 68 34 34 | tollfree=+33 1 40 68 34 34 |fax=+33 1 40 68 34 75| checkin= | checkout= | price=€200-300 | wikidata=Q3224950 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=The first Le Meridien in the world, built in 1972 to cater for Air France passengers arriving on the newly-acquired widebody jets. Behind the distinctive 1970s facade are updated rooms and common areas with contemporary design and facilities. The hotel faces the Palais du Congres and caters mostly for business travellers. This is the largest hotel by room count in Paris, with 1,025 rooms of various types. The less expensive Classic and Deluxe rooms have more dated decor, the Urban and Executive rooms have been thoroughly updated to 21st century standards. }} * {{sleep | name=Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe | alt= | url=https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/parwg-renaissance-paris-arc-de-triomphe-hotel/overview/ | email=reception@renaissanceparisarc.com | address=39 Avenue de Wagram | lat=48.87708 | long=2.29714 | directions=Métro Charles de Gaulle-Étoile | phone= | tollfree=+33 1 55 37 55 37 | fax=+33 1 55 37 55 38 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€430-475 |lastedit=2026-08-01| content=The Renaissance is a thoroughly modern property with floor-to-ceiling windows in the posh Avenue Wagram, just a short walk from Place de l'Étoile. The building was designed by the same Christian de Portzamparc who gave the Palais du Congres its current appearance. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Le Bar Belge | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=see Drink listing | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Free Wi-Fi for customers.}} ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=Paris Metro 1.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Paris/La Défense|La Défense]] | minorl1=[[Paris/16th arrondissement|16th arrondissement]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Paris/1st arrondissement|1st arrondissement]] | minorr1=[[Paris/8th arrondissement|8th arrondissement]] | image2=Paris m 2 jms.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Paris/16th arrondissement|16th arrondissement]] | minorl2= | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Paris/11th arrondissement|11th arrondissement]] | minorr2='''[[Paris/18th arrondissement|18th arrondissement]]''' | image3=Paris m 3 jms.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Levallois-Perret]] | minorl3= | directionr3=E | majorr3=[[Paris/2nd arrondissement|2nd arrondissement]] | minorr3=[[Paris/8th arrondissement|8th arrondissement]] }} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|48.8869|2.3088|zoom=14}} {{IsPartOf|Paris}} {{Mapmask |48.8875,2.3256 |48.9010,2.3301 |48.9010,2.3302 |48.9008,2.3216 |48.9008,2.3204 |48.8997,2.3187 |48.8996,2.3185 |48.8981,2.3134 |48.8978,2.3123 |48.8960,2.3077 |48.8960,2.3076 |48.8902,2.2956 |48.8899,2.2950 |48.8895,2.2917 |48.8895,2.2915 |48.8867,2.2860 |48.8866,2.2857 |48.8831,2.2812 |48.8829,2.2809 |48.8787,2.2800 |48.8787,2.2798 |48.8742,2.2938 |48.8738,2.2950 |48.8778,2.2980 |48.8781,2.2982 |48.8796,2.3054 |48.8803,2.3086 |48.8813,2.3165 |48.8813,2.3167 |48.8835,2.3272 |48.8835,2.3274 |48.8875,2.3256}} or2z3mmw39ziwbqhhgu5f5kq4s4qtyk 0 30716 5328503 5213048 2026-08-14T19:42:07Z 162 etc. 2252661 /* Get in */ 5328503 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Parc régional des Îles-de-Saint-Timothée (cropped).jpg}} '''Salaberry-de-Valleyfield''', commonly known as '''Valleyfield''' (''formerly known as "Pointe-du-Lac" and "Sainte-Cécile-de-Valleyfield"''), is an attractive town. It is a city of 42,787 people (2021) located in Beauharnois-Salaberry, in the [[Western Montérégie]] region of [[Quebec]]. Wedged between the course of the St. Lawrence River (to the north) and the Beauharnois Canal (to the south), the city of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield is a leading recreational tourism destination and a cultural city. ==Understand== [[File:Salaberry-de-Valleyfield QC 1.JPG|right|thumb|300px| The old Beauharnois Canal with skyline of downtown Valleyfield]] The city is on an island on the St. Lawrence River. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Valleyfield and the seat of the judicial district of Beauharnois. ===History=== In Indigenous prehistory, as well as in the history of New France and the English regime, Grande-Île was recognized as strategically well positioned on the St. Lawrence River. In 1795, the Great Island became the property of Alexander Ellice, a merchant in Great Britain. Located near Pointe-du-Lac, one of the old names of Valleyfield given by French explorers, the site of Grande Île became strategically important in 1812 during the war between England and the United States. During this period of military activities, the British government had the site of Grande-Île fortified. Thus, in 1813, the construction of a redoubt was carried out under the colonel of the militia and lord of Vaudreuil, Michel Eustache Gaspard Alain Chartier de Lotbinière, at Pointe-aux-Anglais. The infrastructure built in the form of a landing stage consisted of a chain passing from edge to edge of the bay in order to close the entrance. In fact, the most notable contribution of Colonel de Lotbinière, was to build a road across the width of the island so as to quickly reach Coteau-du-Lac on the north shore of the river. This road became Boulevard Grande-Île. Salaberry was named after Colonel Charles de Salaberry who served with the British Army during the War of 1812. "Valleyfield" came from the Valleyfield Mills, a paper mill south of Edinburgh in Scotland. ==Get in== ===By car=== It is 65 km west of Montreal: take Autoroute 20 out off the city to Route 201 South. Follow that south, and turn right onto Rue Alexandre. ===By bus=== * {{listing | name=EXO | alt= | url=https://exo.quebec/en | lastedit=2026-02-01 | content=Service on Route 1 from Angrignon station in [[Montreal]]. }} * {{listing | name=Société de transport de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield | alt= | url=https://www.stsv.ca | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 450-370-0600 | tollfree= |fax=| hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-02-01 | content=Service from [[Vaudreuil]] on Route 338. Reservations required. }} ===By plane=== Montreal's {{marker|type=go|name=Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport|url=http://www.admtl.com/en|lat=45.4581|long=-73.7520}} ({{IATA|YUL}}) (also known to locals as Dorval Airport) is 50 km to the east. The airport is served by all major Canadian and U.S. airlines and is a major hub for ''[http://www.aircanada.ca Air Canada]'', ''[http://www.airtransat.ca Air Transat]'', and ''[http://www.westjet.ca WestJet]''. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|45.2572|-74.1241|zoom=12}} * {{listing | name=Société de transport de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield | alt= | url=https://www.stsv.ca | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 450-370-0600 | tollfree= |fax=| hours= Daily until 00:15| price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-01 | content=A shared taxi service. Call for reservations. The free Downtown shuttle is a pilot project since August 6, 2022, integrated into circuit 11. It aims to encourage the testing and use of public transport. }} ==See== [[File:263, rue Victoria (Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec).jpg|thumb|263, rue Victoria]] * {{see | name=MUSO - Deux-Rives Society Museum | alt= | url=https://lemuso.com | email= | address=21, Dufferin St | lat=45.261783 | long=-74.130417 | directions=at the corner of Grande-Île | phone=+1 450-370-4855 | tollfree= |fax=| hours= Th-Su 12:00-17:00 | price=Adult $7.50, senior $6, student $4, child 12 and under free | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-24 | content=It covers the economic and cultural history of the region. }} * {{see | name=Valleyfield Regattas | alt= | url=https://regatesvalleyfield.com/| email= | address=395 Victoria Street | lat=45.255913 | long=-74.140646 | directions= | phone=+1 450-371-6144 | tollfree= |fax=| hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-01 | content=Since 1938, the event has taken place every year at the beginning of July over a three-day period in the heart of the city on Bay Saint-Francois. The regatta is an international hydroplane boat race, where the hydroplanes (planes without wings) can achieve speeds of up to 225 km/h. Attracting over 130,000 visitors per year, it is a great weekend of thrilling hydroplane races, dinners, parties, outdoor concerts featuring renowned Quebec artists. It is capped off by a fireworks show. }} *{{See|name=Saint Cecilia Basilica-Cathedral|alt=Basilique-Cathédrale Sainte Cécile|url=https://www.stececile.faithlifesites.com|email=|address=19 de l'Église Street|lat=45.255129|long=-74.135802|directions= | phone=+1 450-373-0674 |tollfree= |fax= |hours= |price=| lastedit=2020-02-02|content=Built in 1934, the Basilica-Cathedral is known as one of the most beautiful Gothic Revival buildings in North America. There are religious celebrations every day.}} [[image:Coteau-du-Lac Vestiges du fort.jpg| right|thumb|Remains of military fortifications with the waterway in the distance]] * {{see | name=Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site | alt= | url=https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/qc/coteaudulac | email= | address=308 Chemin du Fleuve, Coteau-du-Lac | lat=45.295643 | long=-74.170029 | directions=5 km from Valleyfield | phone=+1 450-763-5631 | tollfree=+1-888-773-8888 |fax=| hours=Late June to early Sep: daily 10:00-17:00| price=Free | wikipedia= Coteau-du-Lac canal | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-24 | content= It features Canada’s first lock canal and the remains of a fort. With a history spanning 7,000 years, the site was a portage and encampment location used by First Nations people to avoid the rapids, a military fortification, and a canal that opened the way for commercial shipping. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Parc Delpha Sauvé| alt= | url= | email= | address=240 Victoria Street | lat= 45.25700| long=-74.13657 | directions=in the centre of town, opposite the Desjardins pedestrian bridge | phone= | tollfree= |fax=| hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-10-13 | content=This bucolic park includes an outdoor aquatic complex, its beach in a natural environment, the Jacques-Cartier cross, the wharf of the Valleyfield kayak club, and a variety of major shows and cultural events. }} * {{do | name=Old canal marina in the city center | alt=Marina du Vieux canal au centre-ville | url=https://www.ville.valleyfield.qc.ca/promotion-touristique | email= | address=420 Victoria Street | lat=45.25598 | long=-74.14235 | directions=dockside parking is in the harbour of the marina protected by a pier | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-10-14 | content=The marina of the Old Canal has a capacity of 400 boats at the quay. Its bucolic bay opens onto the majestic Lake Saint-François which is crossed by the St. Lawrence River. Visitors can take advantage of the urban promenade along the Old Canal, its Delpha-Sauvé park, its shore cycle network, the commercial streets of the city center, gourmet restaurants as well as admire the old built and well-restored heritage. This marina also offers a boat launch and a pleasure craft rental service. }} * {{do | name=Parc régional des Îles-de-Saint-Timothée | alt=St. Timothy Islands Regional Park | url= | email= | address=240 St. Laurent Street | lat= 45.29171| long=-74.04455 | directions=on Papineau Island | phone= | tollfree= |fax=| hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-23 | content=A beach, picnic tables, volleyball & bicycles, hydro-bicycles, canoe, a small restaurant. }} * {{do | name=Beauharnois-Salaberry Regional Park | alt=Parc régional de Beauharnois-Salaberry | url= | email= | address= | lat= 45.24256| long=-74.00088| directions= | phone=+1 450-225-0870 | tollfree= |fax=| hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-10-14 | content=Regional Park laid out on each bank of the Beauharnois canal. It crosses the municipalities/cities of: Salaberry-de-Valleyfield (Saint-Timothée sector), Beauharnois, Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague, Saint-Étienne-de-Beauharnois and Saint-Stanislas-de-Kostka. It includes a 72-km paved cycling circuit with no gradient. It includes a marsh area on Grande-Île at the border of the Saint-Timothée and Melocheville (Beauharnois) sectors. }} * {{do | name=Valleyfield Golf Club | alt=Club de Golf de Valleyfield | url=https://www.clubdegolfvalleyfield.ca/ | email=dg@clubdegolfvalleyfield.com | address=3350, Bord de l'Eau Boulevard | lat=45.29561| long=-74.10518| directions= | phone=+1 450-373-2323 | tollfree= |fax=| hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-10-14 | content=This golf club has a pro shop and a bistro. The club offers tournament organization for groups. }} ===Events=== The city's website displays a program of local activities relating to the recreation department, school, local associations, training, etc.: [https://www.destinationvalleyfield.com/evenements HERE] ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Centre Valleyfield | alt= | url=https://www.centrevalleyfield.com/ | email= | address=50 Dufferin Street | lat=45.26081 | long=-74.12904 | directions=corner of Grande-Île Avenue and Dufferin Street | phone=+1 450-371-3366 | tollfree= |fax=| hours=M-F 09:30-21:00, Sa 09:00-17:00, Su 10:00-17:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-24 | content=About 30 shops and a 7-screen cinema. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=La Petite Grange | alt= | url=http://www.lapetitegrange.ca/ | email= | address=415 Larocque Road | lat=45.24214 | long=-74.12543 | directions=near St. Marie Boulevard | phone = +1 450-371-3510 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2020-02-01| content=A bakery, chocolaterie, patisserie, and gift shop that also carries some local products. They have a good selection of cheeses. }} * {{eat | name=La Nouvelle Orléans | alt= | url=http://lanouvelleorleans.com/en/ | email= | address=182 Champlain Street | lat=45.25352 | long=-74.13376 | directions=between Fabrique Street and Larocque Road, in front of the Albert Dumouchel Theatre | phone=+1 450-373-7997 | tollfree= |fax=| hours=May-Dec: W-Su from 17:00; Jan-Apr: W-Sa from 17:00 | price=Mains $19-34 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-02-01 | content=Traditional dishes from Louisiana in an ambiance that reflects famous restaurants from the New Orleans French Quarter. }} * {{eat | name=Club Touriste | alt= | url=http://clubtouriste.ca/ | email= | address=133 Victoria Street | lat=45.25668 | long=-74.12430 | directions=entrance is on McLaren Street | phone=+1 450-373-5290 | tollfree= |fax=| hours=M-F from 11:30, Sa from 16:00; mid-May to early Sep: also on Su from 16:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-24 | content=Fish, seafood, pasta, burgers, steaks in a Victorian-style mansion. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Dooly's Valleyfield | alt= | url=https://doolysquebec.com/valleyfield | email=doolysvalleyfield@doolysquebec.com | address=30 Centenaire Avenue | lat=45.25965 | long=-74.12785 | directions=inside Plaza Hotel | phone=+1 450-377-2755 | tollfree= |fax=| hours=Daily 09:00-03:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-24 | content=Upscale billiard hall. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hôtel Plaza Valleyfield | alt=Formerly Hôtel Delta Valleyfield | url=https://www.plazavalleyfield.com/ | email= | address=40 Centenaire Avenue | lat=45.26035 | long=-74.12885 | directions=near Autoroutes 20 and 30 | phone=+1 450-373-1990 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=12:00| price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-10-13 | content= 124 rooms renovated in 2018. The hotel has a restaurant, a beautiful terrace, a hairdresser, a billiard bar, a fitness centre, a spa centre and an indoor pool. Private and covered parking is free and available on site. }} * {{sleep | name=Motel Grande-Île | alt= | url=http://www.motelgrande-ile.com | email= | address=1215 Boulevard Monseigneur-Langlois | lat=45.27087 | long=-74.13585 | directions= | phone=+1 450-373-9080 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-10-13 | content= 55 renovated rooms. All rooms and common areas have free high-speed WiFi. Each room has cable TV, air conditioner, refrigerator, and a microwave. }} * {{sleep | name=Motel au Bord du Lac | alt= | url=https://www.expedia.ca/fr/Montreal-Hotels-Motel-Au-Bord-Du-Lac.h12637873.Description-Hotel | email= | address=6885 Boulevard Hébert | lat=45.0256 | long=-73.99674 | directions=route 132, in the Saint-Timothée district | phone=+1 450-371-1039 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-10-13 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel du Lac Saint-Louis | alt= | url= | email= | address=7175 Boulevard Hébert | lat=45.30893 | long=-74.98546 | directions=along Route 132 in the Saint-Timothée district | phone=+1 450-373-7458 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-10-14 | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== {{routebox | image1=Quebec Autoroute 30.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=END | minorl1=[[Vaudreuil-Dorion]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Sorel-Tracy]] | minorr1=[[La Prairie]] | image2=Qc132.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=ENDS at [[Massena|W]] [[File:NY-37.svg|18px|link=]] [[Malone (New York)|E]] | minorl2=[[File:Aiga immigration.svg|18px]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Longueuil]] | minorr2=Jct [[Huntingdon (Quebec)|W]] [[File:Qc138.svg|18px|link=]] [[Montreal|E]] → [[La Prairie]] | image3=Qc201.svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=&thinsp;N | majorl3=[[Rigaud]] | minorl3=[[Coteau-du-Lac]] | directionr3=S | majorr3=ENDS at [[File:Qc202.svg|18px|link=]] | minorr3= }} {{IsPartOf|Western Montérégie}} {{Usablecity}} {{geo|45.250|-74.133}} cgatjgiw46ksuxy7dxdzq2n83ddqf2k 0 31919 5328454 5321190 2026-08-14T17:49:09Z Artandpomp 2332596 /* History */ 5328454 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Eilean Donan Castle banner.jpg|caption=Eilean Donan Castle|pgname=Scotland}} '''Scotland''' ([[Scottish Gaelic phrasebook|Scottish Gaelic]]: ''Alba''), the northern of the four constituent nations of the [[United Kingdom]], is well known for its dramatic scenery of mountains, valleys and rugged coastline. [[File:Stirling Castle and Sorroundings.JPG|thumb|Stirling Castle]] While most know about the magnificent scenery of the [[Scottish Highlands|Highlands]], Scotland is beautiful in the Lowlands, islands and the flat lands of the North-East as well. It also has lively and friendly cities, often of architectural significance, and a rich history and heritage. Other characteristics that attract droves of visitors include golf (Scotland is the birthplace of this sport), whisky (many distilleries can be visited), family history (millions worldwide are descended from those who emigrated from Scotland when times were tough in the 18th and 19th centuries), hiking, wildlife and winter sports. Around [[Loch Ness]] in the north of the Highlands, you can also hunt for the Monster, or at least try. While the sun may not always shine, the warm welcome and wonderful diversity of places, landscapes and experiences mean that Scotland has much to offer any traveller. Sometimes awe-inspiring and majestic, sometimes ramshackle and faded, proud yet also modest, modern yet also ancient, eccentric yet also charming, few travellers leave Scotland unaffected by their encounter. ==Regions== Wikivoyage divides Scotland into these regions for travel purposes based on culture and geography, from south to north: {{Regionlist | regionmap=Scotland region map.svg | regionmaptext=Regions of Scotland | regionmapsize=350px | regionInteractiveMap=map1 | region1name=[[South West (Scotland)|South West]] | region1color=#71B37B | region1description=Best known for Ayrshire, home of national poet Robert Burns and the "Glasgow Riviera", as well as the beautiful Isle of Arran. | region2name=[[Scottish Borders|Borders]] | region2color=#D56D76 | region2description=The eastern two-thirds of the districts north of the border with England, fought over for hundreds of years. The beautiful rolling hills and fields are dotted with pretty towns, ruined abbeys and battlefields. | region3name=[[Central Belt]] | region3color=#4F93C0 | region3description=Scotland's most urbanised region around and between the cities of [[Glasgow]] and [[Edinburgh]]. Most of the population of Scotland lives here. | region4name=[[Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] | region4color=#D5DC76 | region4description=Scotland's spectacular, mountainous north-west, encompassing the Great Glen and [[Loch Ness]] and at the furthest tip of Britain, [[John o'Groats]]. You can also visit the growing city of [[Inverness]]. | region5name=[[North East Scotland]] | region5color=#B383B3 | region5description=Centred on the cities of [[Aberdeen]] and the slightly smaller [[Dundee]], this beautiful region stretches from the Grampian mountains at the heart of Scotland to the dramatic east coast. It's a region of scenic agricultural land, quaint fishing ports, rugged mountains and hills, and dramatic castles. It's also the centre of two important Scottish industries, North Sea oil and whisky. | region6name=[[Hebrides]] | region6color=#AC5C91 | region6description=The many islands off the north-west Scottish coast, divided into the groups of the Inner Hebrides and Outer Hebrides. Well-known islands such as [[Skye]], Mull, Islay, and Colonsay in the Inner Hebrides and Lewis, North Uist, South Uist and Benbecula in the Outer Hebrides are just some of the spectacular isles here. They share a language (Scots Gaelic) and much of their culture with the Highlands. | region7name=[[Orkney Islands]] | region7color=#B5D29F | region7description=A group of islands immediately to the north of Scotland. The largest of the Orkney islands is known as the "Mainland" and islanders are called Orcadians. Inhabited for over 8000 years, they are the site of some of the best-preserved Neolithic sites in Europe, with UNESCO World Heritage Site status. | region8name=[[Shetland Islands]] | region8color=#578E86 | region8description=A group of islands north of the Orkney Islands, the northernmost inhabited parts of the United Kingdom. Like the Orkney Islands, they have been fought over by Scotland and [[Scandinavia]] and both aspects of their heritage are important today.}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#71B37B|title=[[South West (Scotland)|South West]]|wikidata=Q206926,Q209135,Q209131,Q126514,Q209142}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#D56D76|title=[[Scottish Borders|Borders]]|wikidata=Q211113}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#4F93C0|title=[[Central Belt]]|wikidata=Q23436,Q55934339,Q208271,Q207111,Q204940,Q206934,Q207257,Q207268,Q211091,Q217838,Q216802,Q208121,Q211889,Q211925}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#D5DC76|title=[[Scottish Highlands|Highlands]]|wikidata=Q208279,Q202174}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#B383B3|title=[[North East Scotland]]|wikidata=Q2357511,Q189912,Q36405,Q211106,Q202177,Q207679,Q201149}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#AC5C91|title=[[Hebrides]]|wikidata=Q80967}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#B5D29F|title=[[Orkney Islands]]|wikidata=Q100166}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#578E86|title=[[Shetland Islands]]|wikidata=Q47134}} ==Cities== Scotland has eight official cities - [[Glasgow]] is by far the largest with a population of approximately 620,000 people, with about 1.2 million in the surrounding conurbation. The capital, [[Edinburgh]], has around 450,000, while [[Aberdeen]] is next at about 200,000 inhabitants and [[Dundee]] is fourth with 160,000 inhabitants. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Edinburgh]]|url=|lat=55.953056|long=-3.188889|wikidata=Q23436}} (Gaelic: ''Dùn Èideann'') — the capital of Scotland, home to the world's largest Arts Festival every August and the First European City of Literature. It is often known as the "Festival City". Most of the city centre, with the dramatic and contrasting architecture of its Old Town and New Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Glasgow]]|url=|lat=55.858|long=-4.259|wikidata=Q4093}} (Gaelic: ''Glaschu'') — Scotland's largest and most vibrant city, with some of the best shopping in the UK outside London and some of its most exciting nightlife. At one time, it was the centre of the largest shipbuilding industry in the world. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Aberdeen]]|url=|lat=57.1526|long=-2.11|wikidata=Q36405}} (Gaelic: ''Obar Dheathain'') — Scotland's third largest city. Known for its impressive granite buildings, it is known as the "Granite City", the oil capital of Europe, and home to a large harbour and two renowned universities. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Dundee]]|url=|lat=56.462|long=-2.9707|wikidata=Q123709}} (Gaelic: ''Dùn Dè'') — vibrant city with high population of students and one of the most distinct (perhaps incomprehensible) accents you'll hear. It is known as the city of "jute, jam and journalism", and the "City of Discovery" for its history of scientific activities and the home of Scott and Shackleton's Antarctic vessel, the RRS ''Discovery''. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Inverness]]|url=|lat=57.4718|long=-4.2254|wikidata=Q160493}} (Gaelic: ''Inbhir Nis'') — the fast-growing capital of the Highlands, located on the River Ness and close to Loch Ness, where many tourists try (and fail) to find the monster. It is Britain's most northerly city. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Stirling]]|url=|lat=56.1172|long=-3.9397|wikidata=Q182923}} (Gaelic: ''Sruighlea'') — a royal fortress city dominated by the historic and dramatic castle, it was said that whoever controlled the castle, controlled Scotland (and many have tried!). Today, it also has a vibrant modern outlook. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Perth (Scotland)|Perth]]|url=|lat=56.397|long=-3.437|wikidata=Q203000}} (Gaelic: ''Peairt'') — an ancient royal burgh (i.e. a status of autonomous town/city granted by royal charter). It is the county seat of Perthshire. Much smaller than its Australian counterpart to whom it gave its name, it is sometimes known as "The Fair City" following a novel by Walter Scott. Once a major centre of the court of Scottish kings and queens, its city status was restored by Queen Elizabeth II in 2012. *{{Marker|type=city|name=[[Dunfermline]]|lat=56.068|long=-3.452}} (Gaelic: ''Dùn Phàrlain'') — a historic city in [[Fife]], 3 miles north of the Firth of Forth in central Scotland. It became a royal residence, ecclesiastical centre and effective capital of Scotland from the 11th century, and many monarchs are buried here. It's also the birthplace of tycoon philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. In 2016 the population was 53,100. ==Other destinations== Scotland has extensive wilderness areas, two of which have been proclaimed as '''[[United Kingdom National Parks|National Parks]]''': * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Cairngorms National Park]]|url=|lat=57.083333|long=-3.666667|wikidata=Q1025953}} &mdash; the largest National Park in Scotland, containing the Cairngorms mountain range centred on [[Aviemore]] * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park]]|url=|lat=56.229|long=-4.587|wikidata=Q116661}} &mdash; Scotland's first national park Many world-class scenic areas are not (yet) protected as National Parks, though some have other designations such as [[United Kingdom National Parks#National Scenic Areas|National Scenic Areas]] or Forest Parks: * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Glencoe]]|url=|lat=56.669|long=-5.026|wikidata=Q92671}} &mdash; impressive valley in the Lochaber region, and the site of the infamous Glencoe Massacre * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Ben Nevis]]|url=|lat=56.79685|long=-5.003508|wikidata=Q104674}} &mdash; Scotland's highest mountain * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Torridon]]|url=|lat=57.549|long=-5.52|wikidata=Q2388485}} and {{marker|type=other|name=[[Ross_and_Cromarty|Wester Ross]]|url=|lat=57.666|long=-5.219|wikidata=Q1586842}} &mdash; these two areas are popular mountaineering destinations * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Skye]]|url=|lat=57.307|long=-6.23|wikidata=Q107393}} &mdash; with the Black Cuillin which is most popular of all with climbers, but there's plenty of scope for walkers here as well It has many historic islands: * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Islay]]|url=|lat=55.766667|long=-6.15|wikidata=Q273}} &mdash; known as the Queen of Hebrides, has eight whisky distilleries, and you can still see today the parliament site of the Clan Donald from 1200 AD, when the Clan Donald ruled the western seaboard of Scotland * {{marker|type=other|name=[[Isle of Arran]]|url=|lat=55.57351|long=-5.25333|wikidata=Q211873}} &mdash; also a fantastic destination, known as Scotland in miniature. ==Understand== {{quote| From its destitution of trees, Scotland was once a by-word; now it is a garden of beauty.<br/> |author=Frederick Douglass }}[[Image:Scotland.JPG|250px|thumb|Scottish Highlands]]Scotland borders [[England]] to the south, and is separated from [[Northern Ireland]] by the Irish Sea. It is surrounded by the bracing waters of the North Sea to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west and north. Scotland forms the northern part of Great Britain, and includes over 700 islands, most in groups to the west (the [[Hebrides|Inner Hebrides and Outer Hebrides]]) and north ([[Orkney Islands]] and [[Shetland Islands]]). The capital is [[Edinburgh]] and the largest city is [[Glasgow]]. A person from Scotland is called a '''Scot''', or described as '''Scottish'''. The word "Scotch" applies only to '''things''' - for example, whisky, Scotch eggs, Scotch beef and Scotch Corner (a road junction leading to Scotland). Do not refer to Scotland as England, or to Scottish as English: it is '''very likely''' to cause serious offence! Further, do not refer to Britain or the United Kingdom as England. England, as is the case with Scotland, forms only a part of Britain and the United Kingdom. Scotland has a rich and unique history; it first emerged as a kingdom in the ninth century and continued to exist as an independent country until the seventeenth century, during which time it entered into a political union with England to form the Kingdom of Great Britain. Scotland has always been the most administratively independent of the four constituent nations of the [[United Kingdom|UK]]. For example, it has its own educational and legal systems. Since the 1990s, and particularly since the Scottish Parliament was reconvened in 1999 (see subsection on "Government" below), a greater sense of self-identity as "Scottish" rather than "British" has been spreading throughout Scotland. Political issues such as Scottish independence have seen growing attention in the 21st century. This culminated in the pro-independence Scottish National Party (SNP) gaining power in the 2011 Scottish Parliament elections. On 18 September 2014, after 18 months of debate, a referendum on independence was held, but it failed to garner a majority (45% in favour to 55% opposed). Most Scots were in favour of remaining part of the UK but with increased powers for the Scottish Parliament - an option referred to as "devo plus" or "devo max". The exception was the [[Glasgow]] conurbation and [[Dundee]] where a majority of residents voted for Scotland to be an independent country. If one were to take the result of the Brexit referendum as a guide, Scotland is also the most pro-EU part of the UK as it is the only constituent country where every subdivision voted "remain" and its lopsided "remain" majority was outvoted by a narrow "leave" majority in England and Wales (Northern Ireland had a "remain" majority which followed the confessional divide to a large extent). In light of the exit of the United Kingdom from the EU, talk of another independence referendum has resumed. ===Geography=== [[Image:Scotland2.JPG|250px|thumb|Another view of the Highlands]]Scotland is a small country about half the size of England, constituting the northern part of the island of Great Britain. Much of the terrain is hilly, particularly in the interior, and mountainous in the Highlands, which constitute the north-western part of the country. Areas in the south, east and north-east are generally flatter and are fertile agricultural land, which is more scarce in the Highlands. The coastline is very long and can be rugged, with many cliffs, inlets, beaches and rocks. There are a large number of islands, clustered into groups: the Inner and Outer Hebrides and the Northern Isles (consisting of the Orkney Islands and Shetland Islands). There are additional islands in and around the estuary of the River Clyde, such as the Isle of Arran and numerous others. There are many rivers, with the Tay, Forth, Clyde, Dee, Don, Spey and Ness being prominent. Wide river estuaries are known as "firths", with the Firth of Forth, Firth of Tay and Firth of Clyde being particularly large. There are also a large number of inland lakes called "lochs". There are eight cities, the largest of which are Edinburgh and Glasgow, with the others being comparatively small (usually less than 200,000 inhabitants). There are also a large number of smaller towns in which much of the population reside. Most of the population lives in the conurbations of Glasgow, Edinburgh, and the many towns around them. Together, this region is known as the "Central Belt". Other main centres of population are in the east and north-east of the country and particularly the east coast, in the counties of Fife, Angus, Aberdeenshire and the cities of Dundee and Aberdeen. Significant populations are also present in the south of the country and along the north-east coast. However, the Highlands (outside of the city of Inverness) are more sparsely populated. Many of the larger islands are inhabited, although there are hundreds of small islands with no human population. ===Time zone=== Scotland has the same time zone as the rest of the United Kingdom. This is Greenwich Mean Time from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March, and British Summer Time (BST = GMT+1) for the middle seven months of the year. So the clock is straightforward, but it means that the word "summer" is a slippery concept in Scotland. It may mean: * The period of BST: airline and ferry timetables usually mean this. (Often rendered as "April-Oct" on these pages, with "Nov-March" for winter, though these don't precisely match.) But bus and railway timetables ''do not change'' with the clocks - they have separate changeover dates. (So the 08:30 train still leaves at 08:30, but you need to adjust your watch to catch it.) * The summer school holidays, in July and August, when the tourist rush is on (summer holidays for schools in Scotland are 2-3 weeks earlier than those in England). Summer rates for hotels and visitor attractions usually mean this. * When it's warm and pleasant weather. There's just no saying . . . climate change has reached the lowlands and central cities of Scotland, but is less evident in the north and far west. The pages here strive to avoid ambiguity but sometimes the businesses themselves are vague. Although the same ambiguity affects all the UK, it's most acute in Scotland, where clock, calendar and climate often feel at odds. ===History=== {{seealso|Celts|Medieval Britain and Ireland|Early modern Britain and Ireland|Industrial Britain}} Scotland has a rich cultural history much of which is preserved in historic buildings throughout the country. Prehistoric settlements can be traced back to 9600 BC, as well as the famous standing stones in Lewis and Orkney. [[Roman Empire|The Romans]], fronted by Julius Caesar in 55 BC, made initial incursions but finally invaded Britain in 43AD, moving into the southern half of Scotland, but not occupying the country due to the fierce resistance efforts of the native Caledonian tribes. Today, [[Hadrian's Wall]] to the south of the Scottish-English border is one of the most famous Roman remains in the world. After the withdrawal of the Roman Empire around AD 411, the so-called Dark Ages followed. However, since the Roman occupation affected mostly just the south of the island of Britain, Scotland was unaffected as it had been even at the great battle at Mons Graupius. Because the grip of Roman hegemony had now loosened, all sorts of invaders now saw the island as open season. So the Angles arrived on the east coast around North Berwick. The early history of the new nation was marked by many conflicts with the English, and also [[Vikings and the Old Norse|the Vikings]] who invaded the north of Scotland. Today the [[Shetland Islands]] retain a strong Viking cultural identity. Another powerful impact on Scotland's story has been religion. Events leading up to the Scottish Reformation of 1560, including the destruction of the cathedral at St. Andrews the year before, had a strong impact on life in the country, and led to the Presbyterian Church of Scotland taking over from the Roman Catholic Church as the established state religion. It was a stricter form of Protestantism than the Anglicanism that developed in England, and was influenced by the teaching of Jean Calvin which had been brought back by John Knox. Religion would lead to many later political and military clashes, such as the Bishops' Wars that were part of the wider civil wars in England, Ireland and Scotland in the 17th century. [[File:JamesIEngland.jpg|thumb|James VI]] Wars with the English would dominate Scottish history for hundreds of years until the Union of the Crowns in 1603, when the King of Scots, James VI, inherited the English throne after the death of Queen Elizabeth I (who had executed his mother, Mary Queen of Scots). While this put an end to armed conflict, there were still conflicts between the Scottish and English parliaments on which monarch should succeed and various commercial disputes such as the ill-fated "Darien Scheme" to establish a colony in Panama. The disaster of the Darien scheme was due partly to incompetence and partly to interference from England, which feared competition with its own colonies. Almost a quarter of the money circulating in Scotland at the time was invested in the scheme, and its failure caused an economic catastrophe. This was one factor leading to the Act of Union, which involved removal of Scotland's debts and put the country on a much firmer economic footing. James VI moved his royal court to London, and rarely visited or had much interest in Scotland. Following negotiations, on 1 May 1707, the Parliaments of Scotland and England were united, creating the Kingdom of Great Britain (it would not become the "United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland" until the forced "union" with the occupied Kingdom of Ireland in 1800). Scotland and England retained their own religion, education and legal systems (which is why these differ between the countries of the UK today). However, the union was controversial, with national poet Robert Burns famously saying that Scotland was "''bought and sold for English gold''". Despite the controversy, the Union provided a new stability and a climate in the 18th and 19th centuries in which commerce and new ways of thinking could flourish, and led to a major role for Scotland (and particularly its people) in the British Empire. Historian Simon Schama has written that "''What began as a hostile merger, would end in a full partnership in the most powerful going concern in the world ... it was one of the most astonishing transformations in European history.''" This began with the growth of commerce. Following the dramatic failure of the "Darien Scheme", Scottish merchants learned lessons from its mistakes. From the 18th century, the "Scottish Enlightenment" saw vast industrial expansion, and the rise of the city of Glasgow as a major trading port and eventually "Second City" of the [[British Empire]]. However, the dark underbelly was that much of the prosperity of sugar and tobacco merchants, with their lavish houses in Glasgow, was based on slavery in the New World. At the same time, the Scottish Enlightenment led to an outpouring of intellectual and scientific accomplishments. Further, key individuals produced work that is still influential today, such as economist Adam Smith (known as the father of capitalism), philosopher David Hume, poet and songwriter Robert Burns, geologist James Hutton, and inventor and industrialist James Watt who improved the earlier English invention of the steam engine; see also [[Industrial Britain]]. The Scottish Enlightenment is often seen as Scotland's "golden age" (in contrast to England, where the reign of the Tudors in the 15-16th century is usually seen as such or the Victorian era in general). However, this economic success was not shared with much of the population, and inequality of wealth and opportunity combined with poverty and greedy landlords drove vast numbers to emigrate to America, Canada, and other places. This was particularly pronounced in the Highlands, with the "Highland Clearances" driven by greed as landlords forced tenant farmers from the land and burned their homes to replace them with more profitable sheep. Universities flourished, and in the 19th and 20th centuries many of the great inventions of the world including television and the telephone were invented by or partly invented by Scots. Scotland retained a strong industrial and commercial economy until the mid-20th century. However, following de-industrialization, many areas fell into decline, although the discovery of North Sea oil in the 1960s reversed this for areas in the North-East such as Aberdeen. In the mid-to-late 20th century Scotland saw increasing calls for autonomy from London, and finally in 1999 a Scottish Parliament was again established in Edinburgh, led by a First Minister and Scottish cabinet. Reforms made by the Scottish Parliament have helped the country to rediscover a level of prosperity, with cities regenerated (such as Glasgow) and industries re-aligned to include financial services (particularly in Edinburgh), retail, tourism, science and technology, oil and gas (particularly in Aberdeen) and renewable energy. In 2014, there was a referendum for independence by Scotland. 55.3% voted against leaving and 44.7% voted for leaving. The independence movement is quite large particularly after the Brexit vote in which most people in Scotland voted to stay in the [[European Union|EU]]. Scotland's history and geography is reflected in the wide range of visitor attractions available, from castles and cathedrals to stunning countryside, and more modern attractions showcasing old and new Scottish cultural achievements. ===Government=== Scotland operates a devolved government as part of the UK. Matters internal to Scotland are controlled by the '''Scottish Parliament'''. The Scottish Parliament has the power to pass any law, except in those areas "reserved" to the UK Parliament at Westminster. A Scottish Parliament had governed Scotland when it was an independent nation, prior to the Act of Union with England of 1707. As part of a policy and following a referendum proposed by then Prime Minister Tony Blair (who incidentally is Scottish), the Scottish Parliament was reconvened in 1999 with powers transferred ("devolved") from the UK Parliament at Westminster. At the same time, similar developments took place in Wales and Northern Ireland. Although the UK Parliament can still pass laws relating to Scotland, it does not do so in the areas where the Scottish Parliament exercises power. Residents of Scotland, therefore, elect representative to two parliaments and look to two governments – in Edinburgh and in London – each controlling separate aspects of life. For example, while you apply for a passport or a driving licence from the UK Government, complaints about the education system are directed to Edinburgh. The Scottish Parliament is based at a modern, architecturally significant (PR-speak for outrageously expensive) building at '''Holyrood''' in Edinburgh, and you will hear the term "Holyrood" used to mean the Scottish Parliament similar to how "Capitol Hill" means the U.S. Congress. The UK parliament and UK government still control other matters that do not exclusively affect Scotland, such as defence, customs, immigration, etc., and Scots continue to elect members to serve at the UK Parliament in London. Scottish politics is decidedly left-wing compared to the rest of the UK and particularly compared to the United States. Most parties are to some extent socialist and are socially liberal, for example proposals to introduce same-sex marriage enjoyed wide support from all parties in the Parliament. Since it was reconvened in 1999, the Parliament has been dominated by left-wing and socialist parties. The only centre-right party, the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, is one of the smallest in the Parliament, and it is comparatively socially liberal. Although traditionally a Labour stronghold, since 2007, the pro-independence Scottish National Party (SNP) has overtaken Labour to become the dominant party in Scottish politics. The head of the Scottish Government is the '''First Minister''', who is prominent in public life and acts as the ''de facto'' leader of Scotland in internal matters and also represents Scotland's economic and cultural interests abroad (although foreign policy is a matter reserved to London). The people elect members to represent their local area and region, but do not directly elect the First Minister - he or she is chosen by the parliament. Following an election, the parliament's first act is to choose a First Minister - usually (but not necessarily) the leader of the largest party. The King then appoints him or her based on the parliament's advice. The First Minister then appoints other ministers, subject to parliament's approval. ===Culture=== [[File:Bagpiper in Edinburgh 001.jpg|thumb|Bagpiper in traditional dress, [[Edinburgh]]]] Scotland has a rich culture that is distinct from the other nations in the UK, though it has similarities. Scottish people are often fiercely proud of their culture, which in the past was the target of attempts to suppress it to create a single "British" culture - based on English culture. Since the Scottish Enlightenment that followed the Act of Union, it has produced great literary personalities, thinkers and writers. Scottish novelists have long enjoyed success, with Irvine Welsh joining this heritage in the 1990s. Scotland's great tradition of science has produced some of the greatest scientists and inventors, including James Watt (improved the English steam engine working in England's West Midlands), John Logie Baird (helped invent modern television) and Alexander Fleming (discoverer of penicillin in London). In the 20th century, scientists in Aberdeen developed the MRI scanner and those in Edinburgh created Dolly the Sheep, the first cloned animal, and innovation continues in the 21st. There is also a thriving Scottish music scene. Outdoor popular music festivals attract vast crowds and attract internationally-renowned live music acts. Scottish bands and musicians are also prominent, particularly those originating from in and around Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland. This city is home to a fantastic music scene; must-visit destinations include King Tut's Wah Wah Hut (where Oasis were spotted and signed for their first record deal). Scottish folk music is also flourishing, with traditional and modern folk music sung in both English, Scottish Gaelic (and sometimes Scots). Folk music often features instruments such as fiddle/violin, acoustic guitar, harp, accordion, piano, various sorts of bagpipes, and other traditional instruments as well as voice. You may also encounter Scottish forms of dance which are also popular. This may range from simple, as at a ceilidh (pronounced "kay-lee", a mix of dances performed to traditional music and descended from ballroom and country dancing), to more complex Scottish Country Dancing which is a form of social dancing descended from Renaissance dance styles, to solo Highland Dancing (which has a military heritage) if you go to a Highland Games. These styles exist alongside other popular forms of music and dance also found in other modern countries. See also [[music on the British Isles]]. Scottish people suffer from a stereotype which portrays them as "dour" (i.e. unemotional, reserved and staid), and while this may have been accurate in the past, it no longer is. You will find most Scots to be friendly, warm, and with a strong sense of humour, although it can take more than one meeting with you for them to warm up. Younger Scots are often hedonistic, with the "night out" being a basic unit of social interaction for many people and packed pubs and bars. On the other hand, heavy drinking is a part of Scottish culture despite drink awareness campaigns; you are likely to hear younger people talk of being drunk as a nirvana-like ideal state. However, the flip side to this is that public drunkenness, disorderliness and alcoholism is a problem. While they may not be overly willing to make conversation with a stranger at a bus stop or other public place, nor trust you with their life story the first time they meet you, you will find most Scots to be enjoyable, lively and satisfying companions. === Sport === '''Football:''' The men's national team play at Hampden Park in Glasgow. 12 clubs play in the Scottish Premiership, where the famous "Old Firm" are Celtic and Rangers, both in Glasgow. Their rivalry is sectarian: Celtic were traditionally Catholic and Rangers Protestant, both with strong links to the similarly divided communities of Northern Ireland. Don't worry about attending Celtic v Rangers clashes, because you can't: in the 2020s both teams sell exclusively to their home supporters, to reduce crowd violence. There's seldom difficulty getting into any other match, including the equivalent Hibs v Hearts clash in Edinburgh. Aberdeen is the other stalwart of the top tier. Below that are ten teams apiece in the Scottish Championship, and Scottish Leagues One and Two. The semi-pro fifth tier has three regional leagues of 18 apiece: Lowland Leagues East and West, and Highland League. There are two knock-out cup competitions: the Scottish Cup open to all clubs, and the Scottish League Cup only open to the 42 professional clubs. '''[[Rugby football]]''' in Scotland means rugby union, 15-a-side: rugby league (13-a-side) is not played. The top matches are the internationals, played at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, with the highlight being the "6 Nations" in February and March each year between Scotland, Wales, Ireland, France, Italy and England. Edinburgh is packed for these matches, which sell out well in advance. There are regular club rugby matches in winter, but only two teams are professional: Glasgow Warriors and Edinburgh Rugby both play in the United Rugby Championship. Scottish rugby is otherwise amateur, with ten teams in the Premiership. Tickets will be no problem, just rock up at the stadium. '''Golf:''' Scotland has some 600 golf courses, and the game was first codified at St Andrews. Other famous courses are at Carnoustie, North Berwick, Dalmahoy, Troon and Turnberry: unless you’re a competitor, getting onto these will involve long forward planning and stiff green fees. But there’s plenty more especially in the lowlands and sandy machair coasts, see individual city pages for what’s nearby. They’re few in the Highlands and islands, the terrain is suitable but the small population can only support a limited number of courses. ===Tourist information=== [http://www.visitscotland.com Visit Scotland] is the tourist bureau. Visit Scotland no longer have staffed tourist offices. Some local organisations run tourist offices focussed on the local area and supported by souvenir sales. ==Talk== English, Scots and Scottish Gaelic are the languages of Scotland. '''English''', sometimes spoken with a varying degree of Scots, is the everyday language spoken by all. Dialects vary enormously from region to region, and even between towns! However, all Scots can speak standard English, albeit with a distinctive Scottish accent. Accents also vary throughout the country. Not all Scots speak with a Scottish accent, as many upper class Scots who go to expensive public (i.e. private, fee-paying) schools are trained to speak with the King's/Queen's accent, former British prime minister Tony Blair and [[Game of Thrones tourism|Game of Thrones]] actress Rose Leslie perhaps being the best-known examples. [[File:A sign on the Ayrshire Coastal Path - geograph.org.uk - 808270.jpg|thumb|Sign in Scots]] '''Scots''' is an officially recognised language of Scotland, spoken by around 1.5 million people throughout the whole country. As with modern English, the language evolved from Anglo-Saxon. Scots is more or less intelligible to native speakers of English, especially in written form. There are debates over whether Scots is a language or a dialect. In some ways it resembles Middle English, and rather than being spoken purely, it is often found influencing informal English spoken by people in Scotland. A variety called Ulster Scots is spoken on the north coast of [[Northern Ireland]]. A few choice Scots words: Bairn = child, Buroo = dole money (Jobseeker's Allowance), Bridie = meat pastry, Chib = stab, Fleg = fright, Giz = give me, Ken = know, Lift = steal, Puss = face, Scajy = fury, Tatties = potatoes, Teuchter = Highlander, Tube = fool. '''[[Scottish Gaelic phrasebook|Scottish Gaelic]]''' (''Gàidhlig'', pronounced "Gah-lig"), meanwhile, is spoken by only around 60,000 people, mainly in the [[Scottish Highlands|Highlands]] (''a' Ghàidhealtachd'', pronounced "a Gale-tach") and the [[Outer Hebrides|Western Isles]] (''Na h-Eileanan Siar'', pron. "Na hyale-inan shar"). However, within these areas, Gaelic fluency / proficiency can be very high, for instance the island of [[Barra]], where 80% speak the language. You will more than likely hear locals speaking in Gaelic in the Western Isles and on the ferries to and from them. Signs on board some CalMac ferries to the Western Isles are in Gaelic first and English second. In addition, announcements on some ferries may be at least partially in Gaelic. The BBC also broadcasts a free-to-air Gaelic channel known as BBC Alba, and a Gaelic radio station called Radio nan Gàidheal. Everyone, however, speaks English as well, though Gaelic speakers are often enthusiastic about the language and welcome curiosity about it from foreigners. People in Scotland, like those in the rest of the UK, generally have rather poor '''foreign language''' skills, although those in tourism-related industries generally have better language skills. French, German and Spanish are the most commonly known foreign languages. Here are some words found in Scotland derived from Brittonic, Gaelic, Pictish or Old Norse: * Aber (or Inver) = river mouth (''[[Aberdeen]]'' or ''[[Inverness]]'') * Ben = mountain (''[[Fort William|Ben Nevis]]'') * Burn = stream (''[[Bannockburn]]'') * Dun (or Dum) - fort (''[[Dundee]]'' or [[Dumbarton]]) * Cèilidh = informal celebration, party (pr. KAY-lay) * Firth = estuary (''[[Edinburgh|Firth of Forth]]''), cognate with the Norwegian word ''fjord'' but broader in meaning * Glen = valley (''[[Glencoe]]'') * Kin = head (''[[Kinlochleven]]'') * Kyle = narrow strait of water, sound (''[[Kyle of Lochalsh]]'') * Loch = lake (''[[Loch Ness]]''), also fjord (''[[Fort William|Loch Linnhe]]'') - thus not all lochs are lakes * Lochan = small lake, pond * Strath = vale (''[[Strathspey]]'') Here are some Gaelic phrases often found in the Highlands and the Western Isles. For more, see the [[Scottish Gaelic phrasebook]]: * Fàilte gu ...... = Welcome to ...... * Deas = South * Tuath = North * Aiseag = Ferry * Traigh = Beach * Port Athar = Airport == Get in == Scotland has the same immigration and visa rules as the rest of the UK; see [[United Kingdom#Get in]]. Most European and North American visitors only need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), but they may not take up work or stay longer than six months in any twelve. There are no internal border controls within the UK. This includes the land border with England, sea crossings from Northern Ireland, and UK domestic flights and ferries. You need to show photo ID such as a passport to board flights; ferries may or may not demand this. === By plane === International flights are mostly to Edinburgh or Glasgow, else connect via Manchester, the London airports or Amsterdam. UK flights are from London Heathrow ({{IATA|LHR}}), Gatwick ({{IATA|LGW}}), Stansted ({{IATA|STN}}) and Luton ({{IATA|LTN}}), plus Bristol and Southampton. Edinburgh ({{IATA|EDI}}) and Glasgow ({{IATA|GLA}}) airports are both about ten miles west of their cities, with swift buses to town, car hire, and motorway access. Other airports with international flights are Aberdeen ({{IATA|ABZ}}), [[Prestwick]] ({{IATA|PIK}}) near Ayr, and Inverness ({{IATA|INV}}). Smaller airports such as Dundee ({{IATA|DND}}) have only domestic flights. See below for flights to the Scottish islands, which avoid a long drive to the mainland ferry port then a lumpy sea crossing. ===By train=== : ''See also the guide to [[Rail travel in Great Britain]]''[[File:92038 Wembley Depot to Euston 5S95 (32259639106).jpg | thumb | The Caledonian Sleeper runs between London and Scotland ]] Principal routes from England to Scotland are: : - London Kings Cross via Peterborough, York and Newcastle to Edinburgh, with some trains continuing to Glasgow, Inverness or Aberdeen. : - Penzance, Bristol, Birmingham, Sheffield and Leeds to join the main northeastern line at York to Edinburgh. : - London Euston, Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool via Preston and Carlisle to Edinburgh and Glasgow. : - Caledonian Sleepers from London Euston via Preston and Carlisle: the Lowland Sleeper is for Edinburgh and Glasgow Central, the Highland Sleeper divides for Aberdeen, Inverness or Fort William. ===By car=== The main road from England to Edinburgh and the east side of Scotland is the A1. This runs north via Scotch Corner, Newcastle, Morpeth, and Berwick-upon-Tweed then turns west past Dunbar to Edinburgh. It's mostly lowland and very seldom blocked by bad weather, but can be congested around the cities. It's motorway standard as far as Morpeth, then mostly single carriageway through to Dunbar, then again motorway standard into Edinburgh. From there, good roads continue towards Glasgow, Aberdeen and the Highlands. Scenic alternatives towards Edinburgh are A68 from Darlington via Corrbridge and Jedburgh, A696 from Newcastle past the airport to join A68 near the border, and A697 from Morpeth via Wooller and Coldstream. They're undivided highway, often twisty or switchback, a good scenic drive in fine weather but not speedy. The main road from England to Glasgow and the west of Scotland is the M74 / A74(M). From the London area, follow M1 to M6 towards Carlisle. To reach it from the northeast of England (eg York), leave A1 at Scotch Corner and follow A66 west to Penrith where you join M6. This runs north via Carlisle to enter Scotland at Gretna - turn off onto A75 for routes to Dumfries & Galloway. M6 now becomes A74(M) and climbs the fells over Beattock then (as M74) descends past Motherwell to Glasgow. M6 and A74(M) are good motorways seldom blocked by bad weather or (once you're past Preston) by congestion - the problem is the A66, mostly undivided and beset by caravans and trucks in summer, and by hazardous weather in winter. A66 to M6 / A74(M) is also an alternative route to Edinburgh, branching off at Abingdon for A702. ===By bus=== Bus and coach services are the cheapest transport to Scotland, with advance fares as low as £10 from London Victoria to Edinburgh St Andrew Square or Glasgow Buchanan Street. [http://www.nationalexpress.com National Express] and [http://uk.megabus.com/ Megabus] are the main operators. These services run daily and overnight, taking 10-12 hours and calling at intermediate towns. A few run on to Dundee and Aberdeen but you'll usually have to change. === By boat === {{see also|Ferry routes to Great Britain}} Car ferries from Northern Ireland ply several times a day to Cairnryan near [[Stranraer]], taking two hours from either [[Belfast]] or [[Larne]]. An hour or two on the motorways across Ulster brings you to Derry or to Dublin in the Republic of Ireland. There are no ferries between Scotland and mainland Europe. The closest connection is an overnight ferry from IJmuiden near Amsterdam to [[Newcastle upon Tyne]], otherwise sail via Hull, Harwich or the Channel ports. Ferries no longer sail between Scotland and the Isle of Man, or to the Faeroes. ==Get around== Scotland operates a modern and effective transportation system, including road, railway and bus links, managed and regulated by the Scottish Government's department of transportation, Transport Scotland. Public transportation is generally a mix of state-operated and commercial services. If you are travelling across the water to and between the islands, air and sea travel is also an option. Urban transport and travel between major and minor towns and cities is effectively provided by public transportation (primarily bus and train). However, if you plan to tour the country, a car allows you to access more remote areas with poor or no public transportation. This applies particularly if you plan to visit the Highlands, Islands, mountains or rural areas. Hire cars are easily available from international companies in towns and cities. If you will be travelling by public transportation, the government provides a comprehensive website called [http://www.travelinescotland.com/ Traveline Scotland]. It includes a very useful online journey planner that allows you to plan a journey from any one point in the country to any other, using all forms of public transport. You can also download timetables for all public transportation services and check next bus times from any bus stop in Scotland. If you have a smartphone, it also provides an app for iPhone/iPad and Android. This app is extremely useful on the go, for example to check the time of the next bus. ===By plane=== Scotland is a small country, and rail travel in the lowlands is rapid, so there are no flights between Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee and Aberdeen. The Highlands and Islands are another matter, with often rough seas, bleak hills, and the long cold fingers of sea lochs forcing the roads to wind around and double back. Flying is therefore an excellent way to reach the islands and the far-flung mainland towns of [[Campbeltown]] and [[Wick (Scotland)|Wick]]. Fares are moderate and most places have at least two flights a day. Fares are subsidised by the Scottish government to keep the islands in business, as much for residents and visiting professionals as for tourists. On many islands, the plane is the school bus. [http://www.loganair.co.uk/ '''Loganair'''] operate most of Scotland's internal flights. They're a full-service airline, so your fare includes one checked bag up to 20 kg, and a reviving cup of coffee and shortbread biscuit as you lurch over dark, soggy moors. The aircraft are medium-sized twin turbos eg Saab 340 and can bounce around when it's windy, but flight times seldom exceed an hour, except to Shetland. Loganair fly from Glasgow to Campbeltown, Inverness, Islay (for Jura), Barra, Benbecula (for North & South Uist), Tiree, Stornoway (for Harris & Lewis), Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands, and Sumburgh in the Shetland Islands. They fly from Edinburgh to Kirkwall, Sumburgh, Stornoway and Wick. They also fly from Aberdeen and Inverness to Kirkwall and Sumburgh. Loganair also operate the inter-island flights in Orkney, in even smaller aircraft (eg BNF Islanders) with a 15 kg checked baggage limit. One of these is the '''world's shortest scheduled flight''', the two-minute hop between Westray and Papa Westray in the [[Orkney Islands]]. Another record that [[Barra]] has received is '''the world's only scheduled flight to use a beach as a runway.''' Naturally, flight schedules there are tide-dependent. Inter-island flights around Shetland are operated by Airtask. They fly from Tingwall Airport (basically a bungalow in a field 7 miles north of Lerwick), to Foula, Papa Stour and Fair Isle. They too use BNF Islanders and have limited capacity – they prioritise essential travellers and you can't book online, you need to call {{phone|+44 1595 840246}}. These flights don't connect to other air routes. From [[Oban]], Hebridean Airways fly to the islands of Coll, Tiree, Colonsay and Islay. These flights have very limited capacity and don't connect to other air routes. ===By train=== ''Wikivoyage has a guide to [[Rail travel in Great Britain]], including within Scotland.''[[File:WaverlyTrain1.jpg|thumb|ScotRail train at Edinburgh Waverley station]] Train is one of the faster ways to get around many parts of the country. Journey times are often the same as by road – while there may be many stops, high speed between stops compensates for this. On some routes, the train is considerably faster (e.g. Edinburgh to Dunbar/North Berwick). However, on some routes the train is considerably slower than by road because of the convoluted route the train takes. For example, the maximum permitted speed on some sections of the Far North Line from Inverness to Wick is 90&nbsp;mph, however because the line runs around the Dornoch Firth and calls at Scotscalder, more than an hour is added to the journey. '''[http://www.scotrail.co.uk ScotRail]''' operates the majority of the Scottish rail network, which covers most of the country. You can also travel by inter-city services which will have started or have their final destination in [[England]]. These are provided by LNER, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and CrossCountry and are generally more comfortable with more facilities, e.g. wi-fi. LNER services also have a buffet car. The routes operated by LNER and CrossCountry are particularly useful for travel between Edinburgh and stations up the east coast of Scotland to Aberdeen. The main rail terminals are: * '''Aberdeen Station''' with trains to all Scottish cities. Lines radiate in the direction of Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness and call at intermediate stations. Services are also provided to London and most other parts of England. * '''Edinburgh Waverley Station''' with trains to Aberdeen, [[Fife]], Glasgow Queen Street, Inverness, Perth, Stirling and the Borders. There are also inter-city trains to most English destinations via the East Coast route. * '''Glasgow Queen Street Station''' with trains to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, [[Cumbernauld]], [[Dumbarton]], [[Helensburgh]], [[Fort William]], [[Mallaig]], Perth and Stirling. For trains to Inverness, change at Perth. * '''Glasgow Central Station''' for trains to South West Scotland including [[Ayr (Scotland)|Ayr]], [[Kilmarnock]] and [[Stranraer]]; West Scotland including [[Greenock]] and Lanarkshire including [[Hamilton (Scotland)|Hamilton]] and [[Lanark]]. Inter-city trains to English destinations (primarily [[Manchester]], [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] and [[London|London (Euston)]]) via the West Coast route, and less frequently via [[Newcastle upon Tyne]] to [[Bristol]] and [[London|London (Kings Cross)]]. * '''Inverness Station''' for trains to [[Wick (Scotland)|Wick]] and [[Kyle of Lochalsh]]. Also connections for the East Coast and London The trains that run from Glasgow via the [[West Highland Line]] to Fort William and Mallaig take in some wonderful views. The [[Scottish Borders|Borders]] are served by a new line from '''Edinburgh Waverley to Tweedbank''', which opened in September 2015. However, the line only goes as far as the [[Galashiels]] and Tweedbank area, the largest conurbation in the Borders region. If you wish to travel further afield, to such towns as Kelso, [[Selkirk]], [[Jedburgh]], [[Peebles]] or [[Hawick]], there are bus connections available from the adjacent Galashiels Transport Interchange and at the line's terminus, Tweedbank station. Generally speaking, train fares in Scotland are comparable to the rest of the UK, and are more expensive than most European countries. If you buy a ticket right before you travel, a typical off-peak fare between Glasgow and Edinburgh might be £10 return, and between Edinburgh and Aberdeen £40 return. However, as throughout the UK rail system, '''advance purchase tickets''' offer cheaper fares (travellers may wish to read Wikivoyage's guide to [[Rail travel in Great Britain]]). It is best to avoid peak time services between Glasgow and Edinburgh or commuter lines around Glasgow, as trains are often overcrowded at rush hour. There are several rail passes available. The ''[https://www.scotrail.co.uk/offers/travel-passes/spirit-scotland-travelpass Spirit of Scotland Travelpass]'' gives unlimited travel on trains across Scotland, as well as some ferry and bus services. Costs £134 for 4 days out of 8, or £179 for 8 days out of 15. There is also a ''Highland Rover'' pass, covering trains in the north and west highlands, or a ''Central Scotland Rover'' for around Edinburgh and Glasgow. On some of the rural lines, services only run a couple of times a day. For example, the Far North Line (Inverness to Wick) and the Kyle of Lochalsh line (Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh) have only around 3 to 4 return journeys a day Monday to Saturday and just one on a Sunday. So take care when travelling along these lines, as if you miss your train it could be a while to wait for the next one. ===By road=== : ''I'm now arrived – thanks to the gods! / Thro' pathways rough and muddy, / A certain sign that makin roads / Is no this people's study'' : ''Altho' I'm not wi' Scripture cram'd, / I'm sure the Bible says / That heedless sinners shall be damn'd, / Unless they mend their ways.'' : – Robert Burns [[File:A82 looking north to Beinn Dorain - geograph.org.uk - 72440.jpg|thumb|A82 looking north to Beinn Dorain]] Like the rest of the UK, cars drive on the left-hand side of the road. In Scotland, a car enables you to reach almost any part of the country. It is also the best way to take in the spectacular scenery of mountainous, rural and Highland areas. However, despite the fact Scotland is not a big country, car travel can take significantly longer than you may expect. The mountainous terrain means that crossing from the east to the west usually involves taking circuitous routes. With the exception of the Central Belt and the North-East, where there are motorways and dual carriageways and travel is fast and easy, road conditions in Scotland can be below Western European standards. Beware of defects such as potholes, ruts, cracks and patches in both urban and rural roads – motorways and dual carriageways are maintained to a higher standard by the devolved Scottish Government. In urban areas, many road junctions are controlled by roundabouts as opposed to traffic lights. There are frequent speed cameras and traffic patrols on main roads. Many rural roads are narrow, have many bends and chicanes, are unlit at night, and are vulnerable to bad weather. If you have a car that handles well, these roads can be fun to drive on. Added to this, scenery is often breathtaking. However, do not be fooled into driving too fast or overtaking recklessly. As in the rest of the UK, the speed limit on country roads is usually {{mph|60}}. 60 mph is too fast for many roads, where you may easily run into a sharp blind hairpin bend without warning. Drive cautiously if a rural road is unfamiliar. In rural areas, road markings are rare. In remote areas, many roads are single track. Some single-track roads have "passing places" which allow vehicles to pass each other. Passing places are provided at intervals and are generally marked with a diamond-shaped white sign with the phrase "Passing Place" written on it. Signs remind drivers of vehicles to pull over into a passing place (or opposite it, if it is on the opposite side of the road) to let approaching vehicles pass, and most drivers oblige. Use your common sense on these roads. Also use Passing Places to allow following vehicles to overtake – locals who are familiar with these roads greatly appreciate this. On older, less-used, single track roads black and white striped poles may still be used as markers. If faster traffic comes up behind you, it is the rule that you should pull into a passing place and allow the other vehicle to pass. When two vehicles approach each other on a single-track road, experienced drivers will both adjust their speed so as to reach the passing place at the same time and pass each other slowly, avoiding the need for either vehicle to come to a stop. You should pull in to the passing place on your left or if the passing place is on the right hand side, stop opposite it so that the oncoming car can pull into it. Like in England, when driving on Scotland's rural roads (particularly where a driver has to pull in to allow you to pass) it is customary to thank the other driver, either by politely raising your hand to wave or simply raising a finger (or fingers) from the steering wheel. Either will be appreciated. Many bypasses have been built to allow faster travel, but the visitor will miss out on some of the beautiful scenery of Scotland. In some areas, road signs will indicate that the road on the next exit will rejoin the main route by showing a semi-circular exit and entrance with the destination name in the middle. This allows the driver confidence to take more scenic diversions into small towns or to find a place to stop and have lunch. Finally, '''do not drive if you have consumed alcohol'''. Drink driving is illegal in Scotland and is not tolerated by the police. It can be difficult to estimate how much is within the legal limit so the '''safe limit is zero'''. It attracts severe punishments by court judges: Sentences include jail terms (including lengthy jail terms if you cause an accident while drunk), large fines, confiscation of your car, and <!--if you are from the UK,--> disqualification from driving. Since 5 December 2014, the legal drink-driving alcohol limit is lower in Scotland (50 mg per 100 ml of blood) than in the rest of the UK (80 mg/100 ml). See also the [[List of itineraries|Itinerary]]: [[Driving tour of Scotland]]. ===By bus=== The bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting around in Scotland; however it is also the slowest and least comfortable. Bus journeys in and out of Glasgow or Edinburgh at peak times can become very unpredictable due to the congested motorway network in the Central Belt - therefore think twice before using buses as an option to make tight connections with other transport modes. '''[http://uk.megabus.com Megabus]''' services wholly within Scotland are run on a joint basis with '''[http://www.citylink.co.uk/ Citylink]''' and buses on these routes can be in the livery of either operator. Tickets for these services can be bought on both companies websites, often at different prices for identical services, or on the coach, subject to seat availability. You can get to most large towns and cities on the Citylink bus, but it is more expensive than Megabus. Megabus is a very cheap way to travel, as ticket prices start at £1 if booked weeks in advance, and rising to over £10 for peak-rate or last-minute fares. A 50p booking charge is applied to every ticket. Megabus departs from [[Aberdeen]], [[Dundee]], [[Edinburgh]], [[Glasgow]], [[Inverness]] and [[Perth (Scotland)|Perth]], going between these Scottish cities as well as to English destinations. With Megabus you can book only online, from 45 days up to 30 minutes before departure. Citylink runs a quarter-hourly bus service between Edinburgh and Glasgow which costs £4--you pay the driver. This service runs out of the main bus stations (Buchanan Street in Glasgow and Saint Andrew Square in Edinburgh), and the journey takes about an hour and ten minutes—some twenty minutes slower than the train but half the price of a peak-rate train ticket. In Argyll and Bute, buses are operated by [http://www.westcoastmotors.co.uk/ '''West Coast Motors'''] on behalf of Citylink. These leave from Glasgow, and travel to Campbeltown and Oban. The journey time to Campbeltown is approximately 4 hours, and Oban is approximately 3 hours. Road closures due to accidents and weather conditions can result in the buses having to take significant diversions which can add a large amount of time to journeys. The A83 from Tarbet to Inverary is often closed during winter due to landslides. '''MyBus''' is a transport scheme in the Strathclyde region (a huge chunk of southwest Scotland including Glasgow) that supplements the regular bus service. This is both for those who can't use regular bus services (eg with physical or sensory or learning difficulties, and their carers), and for areas where the normal bus service is impractical (eg if you live miles from a bus stop) for life's essentials, such as shopping or getting to the dentist. It generally doesn't cover holiday travel, but if you're staying in the area for a long spell (thus, might be considered a temporary resident), and especially if you are a resident of Strathclyde, you may be eligible: ring 0345 128 4025 to check what's feasible. The buses are usually single-decker "kneelers" suitable for wheelchairs, and fares equate to the standard fare - which is free with a concessionary card. On public transport, certain seats are set aside for the disabled, elderly, and women travelling with small children. These seats are usually at the front of buses or near the doors in train carriages, and are clearly marked. It is permitted for anyone to sit in these seats, but the young, men, and the able-bodied are expected to give them up for such people. It is commonplace in Scotland to thank the bus or coach driver after exiting the relevant vehicle. === By boat === [[File:Ferry at Largs - geograph.org.uk - 822292.jpg | thumb | Calmac ferry ]] Car ferries sail to the populated islands, usually at least daily. They have limited capacity so you should book in advance. * '''[https://www.calmac.co.uk/ Caledonian MacBrayne]''' (better known as ''CalMac'') is the largest operator, serving the west of Scotland. Their main routes are around the Firth of Clyde (Arran, Bute, Cumbrae, Cowal and Kintyre), Southern Hebrides (Gigha, Islay, Jura and Colonsay), Inner Hebrides (Tiree, Coll and Mull), Skye, and the Outer Hebrides (Barra, North & South Uist, and Harris & Lewis). * '''Western Ferries''' operate the short hop across the Clyde between Gourock and Dunoon, every 20 mins. * '''[http://www.northlinkferries.co.uk/ NorthLink Ferries]''' sail overnight from Aberdeen to Kirkwall in the Orkney Islands and Lerwick in the Shetland Islands. They also ply the short crossing from Scrabster to Stromness in the Orkneys. * '''[http://www.pentlandferries.co.uk/ Pentland Ferries]''' is an alternative short route to Orkney from the Scottish mainland. * '''[http://www.orkneyferries.co.uk/ Orkney Ferries]''' and '''[https://www.shetland.gov.uk/ferries Shetland Islands Council]''' operate inter-island ferries in those areas. Cruise ships explore the islands. They can reach unpopulated places with no ferry, such as St Kilda: see [[Hebrides#Get in]] for operators. ===By thumb=== Hitch-hiking is surprisingly easy in Scotland, but better to do outside the big cities. In the Highlands you might need to wait for a long time until a car comes by. General caution must be taken. ==See== [[File:Edinburgh (4513556865).jpg|thumb|Edinburgh Castle]] Most historic sites are maintained either by the '''National Trust of Scotland''' or by '''Historic Environment Scotland'''. Both offer memberships (with free priority access and other discounts) for a year or a lifetime - and have reciprocal arrangements with their English and Welsh equivalents. Depending on how much you get around and how long you are staying, they may well be worth buying. Membership also contributes to the sites' preservation and new acquisitions. * {{see | name=Historic Environment Scotland | alt= | url=https://www.historicenvironment.scot/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Historic Environment Scotland | wikidata=Q21997561 | lastedit=2021-05-20 | content=Sites and prices, yearly membership starts at £47 adult, £87 family (properties include Edinburgh and Stirling Castles). Historic Scotland also offers a 3-day Explorer Pass. '''[https://www.historicenvironment.scot/our-reopening-plans-and-covid-19-response/ Summer 2021]: Some manned sites are open, advance booking is required.'''. }} * {{see | name=National Trust of Scotland | alt= | url=http://www.nts.org.uk/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Trust for Scotland | wikidata=Q599997 | lastedit=2021-05-20 | content=Sites and prices, yearly membership starts at £45 adult, £100 family (properties include Craigievar and Crathes Castles, numerous wilderness areas). '''Summer 2021: Most properties open, but advance booking is required and opening hours may be reduced.'''. }} * '''Spectator sport:''' [[Football_in_Europe#Scotland|Football]] is easily the most popular spectator sport. That said, most teams rarely play to full houses, therefore if you are in Scotland between mid-August and mid-May you should be able to obtain tickets for a match. The main exception is the '''Old Firm''' derby in [[Glasgow]] between Celtic and Rangers, which is notoriously intense with sectarian undertones, so matches between the two sides are guaranteed to sell out, and often only available to season ticket holders. Rugby union is popular, nowhere more so than in the Borders region. The indigenous game of shinty is played mostly in the Highlands during the summer months. ===Archaeological sites === [[File:Ring Cairn.jpg|thumb|Clava Ring Cairn]] * '''Callanish Chambered Cairn and Standing Stones''' ([[Lewis#Q3242938|Lewis]]), setting of tall megaliths * '''Clava Ring Cairn''' ([[Inverness#Q457879|Inverness]]), ring cairn between two passage graves * '''Dun Carloway Broch''' ([[Lewis#Q3242938|Lewis]]), one of the best preserved brochs with an elevation of about 30 ft above ground * '''Jarlshof Early Settlements and Broch''' ([[Sumburgh#Q1683532|Shetland]]), occupied from the early 2nd millennium BC, in the Late Bronze and early Iron Age until the erection of the broch, * '''Maes Howe Chambered Cairn''' ([[Stenness#Q507076|Orkney]]), chambered cairn representing the high standard of workmanship in Neolithic Britain, * '''Mousa Broch''' ([[Shetland Islands#Q923376|Shetland]]), best known example of a broch, with walls 50ft in diameter at the base and 43 ft above the ground, with complex internal stairs and galleries * '''Ring of Brodgar''' ([[Stenness#Q643631|Orkney]]), large henge monument magnificently placed between two lochs and remarkably well preserved * '''Rough Castle''' ([[Falkirk#Q7370801|Falkirk]]), Roman remains * '''Skara Brae''' ([[Orkney Islands#Q816437|Orkney]]), Neolithic settlement of houses built largely of stones which was buried under a mixture of midden material and blown sand until discovered in the 1930s * '''Traprain Law''' ([[Haddington#Q1119359|East Lothian]]), hill fort occupied for 1000 years from the middle of the first millennium BC onward ===Pictish and Early Christian Monuments=== * '''Aberlemno''' ([[Forfar#Q2293146|Angus]]), Pictish Symbol Stones in the churchyard * '''[[Iona]]''' (Inner Hebrides), island where St. Columba landed from Ireland in 563 beginning the Christianisation of Scotland, burial-place of the kings of Scotland * '''Meigle''' ([[Forfar#Q6810005|Perthshire]]), Pictish Symbol Stones * '''Ruthwell Cross''' ([[Dumfries#Q282923|Dumfriesshire]]), one of the best examples of Anglian sculpture and one of the major monuments of Europe in the Dark Ages * '''St.Vigean’s''' ([[Arbroath#Q2184969|Angus]]), Pictish Symbol Stones ===Castles === [[File:Balmoral Castle.jpg|thumb|Balmoral Castle]] [[File:2016 - Scone Palace (29914035844).jpg|thumb|Scone Palace]] * '''Balmoral Castle''' ([[Ballater#Q42049|Aberdeenshire]]). Summer residence of the King in the Dee Valley * '''Blair Castle''', [[Blair Atholl]] (Perthshire), seat of the Duke of Atholl * '''Craigievar Castle''' (near Alford, Aberdeenshire) * '''Crathes Castle''' ([[Banchory#Q2748806|Aberdeenshire]]), L-Plan tower house with magnificent early 18th century formal garden * '''Culzean Castle''' ([[Ayr (Scotland) |Ayrshire]]), fantastic castle created by Robert Adams in the 18th century overlooking the Firth of Clyde * '''Dunnottar Castle''' ([[Stonehaven#Q746983|Aberdeenshire]]), on an isolated rock projecting 2 miles off the coast * '''Dunvegan Castle''' ([[Skye#Q1266330|Skye]]), seat of the Clan MacLeod * '''Edinburgh Castle''' ([[Edinburgh/Old Town|Edinburgh]]) * '''Edzell Castle''' ([[Forfar#Q2373236|Angus]]) with a fine tower house and a spacious walled garden with symbolic decorations of the Cardinal Virtues, Liberal Arts and Planetary Deities, unique in Britain * '''Eilean Donan Castle''' ([[Dornie#Q20816698|Lochalsh]]), a picturesque island castle on the road to Skye * '''Falkland Palace''' ([[Leven#Q565345|Fife]]), enlarged in the reign of James IV and embellished by James V during preparations for his marriages with Magdalene of France and Mary of Lorraine. It is thought that James V died here after hearing news of the birth of his daughter Mary Queen of Scots. * '''Glamis Castle''' ([[Forfar#Q1529151|Angus]]), castle dating mainly from the last quarter of the 17th century * '''Palace of Holyroodhouse''' ([[Edinburgh/Old Town|Edinburgh]]) * '''Inveraray Castle''' ([[Inveraray#Q1671720|Argyll]]), seat of the dukes of Argyll, completed in 1770 * '''Linlithgow Palace''' ([[Linlithgow#Q564868|West Lothian]]), one of Scotland’s four royal palaces, birthplace of James V and Mary Queen of Scots * '''Scone Palace''' ([[Perth (Scotland)|Perth]]), one of the most historic places of Scotland, where the ‘Stone of Destiny’, the coronation stone of the Scottish kings, was kept from the times of Kenneth MacAlpine in the 9th century until the stone was stolen by King Edward of England * '''Stirling Castle''' ([[Stirling]]), with superb view and survivals of domestic buildings of the 16th, 17th and 18th century * '''Tantallon Castle''' ([[North Berwick#Q57803|East Lothian]]), stronghold of the Douglas family, in a magnificent situation on the coast opposite Bass Rock ===Abbeys and Abbey Ruins === * '''Dunfermline Abbey''' ([[Dunfermline#Q2044924|Fife]]) * '''Dryburgh Abbey''' ([[Selkirk#Q1261598|Berwickshire]]) * '''Jedburgh Abbey''' ([[Jedburgh|Roxburghshire]]) * '''Kelso Abbey''' ([[Kelso|Roxburghshire]]) * '''Melrose Abbey''' ([[Melrose (Scotland)|Roxburghshire]]) ===Churches and Cathedrals=== [[File:Elgin Cathedral from Newmill Road.jpg|thumb|Elgin Cathedral]] * '''Elgin Cathedral''' (Moray). Known as "the Lantern of the North", once the most perfect of the Scottish cathedrals, burnt by Alexander Earl of Buchan, the "Wolf of Badenoch" in 1390 * '''High Kirk of St Giles''', High Street, (Edinburgh), first church of the Church of Scotland, * '''Roslyn Chapel''' (Midlothian) well known for its sculpture and elaborated carving with the famous "Prentice Pillar" * '''St Magnus Cathedral''', Kirkwall (Orkney) built in the 12th century, the only undamaged pre-Reformation cathedral * '''St Mungo's Cathedral''', (Glasgow), only example of pre-Reformation Gothic architecture on mainland Scotland ===Historic battlefields=== * '''Bannockburn''' (Stirlingshire), under the leadership of ‘’Robert Bruce’’ Scotland gained freedom that kept for centuries * '''Culloden''' (Inverness-shire), scene of the last battle fought on the soil of the United Kingdom, site of the last battle in the Jacobean Rising of 1745 * '''Glencoe''' (Argyll), site of the massacre of the Macdonalds in 1692, * '''Killiecrankie''' (Perthshire), site of a battle between supporters of James VII under ‘’Bonnie Dundee’ and the forces of William III in 1689 ===Monuments=== * '''Charles II''', Parliament Square (Edinburgh) * '''Prince Charles Monument''', Glenfinnan (Inverness-shire) * '''Robert Bruce'''. Bannockburn (Stirlingshire) * '''Scott Monument''', East Princes Street Gardens (Edinburgh) &mdash; in honour of Scotland’s greatest novelist Sir Walter Scott ===Museums === [[File:SNGInt.jpg|thumb|Inside the National Gallery of Scotland]] * '''Kelvingrove Art Gallery''', [[Glasgow]] * '''National Gallery of Scotland''', [[Edinburgh]] picture gallery with paintings of European painters, as Filippino Lippi, Huge van der Goes, Titian, Tiepolo, Rembrandt, Velazquez, El Greco, Goya, Watteau, degas, Monet, Gauguin and others. * '''National Portrait Gallery''', [[Edinburgh]] with portraits of the Stuart kings and pictures of great events in Scottish history. ===Townscape=== * '''[[Culross]]''' ([[Fife]]), remarkably complete example of 16th and 17th cent Scottish architecture, * '''[[Dumfries]]''' (Dumfriesshire), the ‘’Queen of the South’’ * '''Royal Mile''' ([[Edinburgh/Old Town|Edinburgh]]) * '''[[Stirling]]''' (Stirlingshire) ===Landscape=== [[File:Track from Loch Moraig to Carn Liath - geograph.org.uk - 712385.jpg|thumb|Landscape in Cairngorms National Park]] [[File:Loch Ness Panorama.png|thumb|Loch Ness sunrise]] * '''[[Cairngorms National Park]]''' (Aberdeen, Banffshire, Inverness). A magnificent range of mountains between Speyside and Braemar * '''Duncansby Head''', John O’Groats (Caithness), the most northerly point of the British mainland, sheer sandstone cliffs up to {{ft|210}} high * '''Fingal’s Cave''', [[Staffa]], Inner Hebrides (Argyll) * '''Glen Affric''' (Inverness-shire), the old east-west route through the Highlands of Inverness-shire * '''[[Glencoe]]''' (Argyll), famous pass from the [[Rannoch Moor|Moor of Rannoch]] to Loch Leven in Inverness-shire, the most celebrated glen in Scotland * '''Glen More Forest Park''' (Inverness-shire) in the north-west corner of the Cairngorms, covered with pine and spruce woods * '''Glen Trool Forest Park''' (Kincardineshire), with the highest hill country in southern Scotland * '''Inverewe Gardens''' (Ross and Cromarty) benefits from the warm and moist Gulf Stream climate * '''[[Loch Lomond]]''' (Dunbartonshire, Stirlingshire), the largest inland water in Britain, and one of the country's most beautiful * '''Loch Maree''' (Ross and Cromarty), magnificent loch overlooked on all sides by beautiful mountains * '''Loch Ness''' (Inverness-shire), Great Glen, extending from {{mi|7}} south-west of Inverness for {{mi|24}} to Fort Augustus * '''[[Torridon|Loch Torridon]]''' (Ross and Cromarty), magnificient sea-loch opposite the North East of Skye * '''Queen’s View''' (Perthshire) * '''Smoo Cave''', [[Durness]] (Sutherland), whose largest cave is {{ft|200}} long and {{ft|120}} high * '''[[Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park]]''' (Perthshire), romantic valley between Loch Achray and Loch Katrine ===Places with Literary Connections=== * '''Abbotsford House''' (Roxburghshire), seat of Sir Walter Scott * '''Burn’s Cottage''', Alloway, (Ayrshire) * '''The Trossachs''' (Perthshire), one of the most celebrated literary beauty spots in Scotland, described by ‘’Sir Walter Scott’’ in his famous poem ‘’The Lady of the Lake’’, but also by ‘’Dorothy Wordsdworth’’ ===Other Places of Interest=== * '''The Blacksmith’s Shop, [[Gretna Green]]''' (Dumfriesshire), famous as the place where runaway couples from England got married under 18th century Scottish law by means of a declaration before witnesses. * '''Caledonian Canal''' (Invernessshire), running across Scotland from the Beauly Firth near Inverness in the North East to Loch Linnhe near Fort Williams in the South West. The canal was built in order to avoid the dangerous sailing round the North of Scotland by the Pentland Firth and Cape Wrath by the Scottish engineer Thomas Telford. ==Do== [[File:Royal Troon Golf Club in 2005.jpg|thumb|Scotland is the home of golf]] * '''Drive''' – take a [[Driving tour of Scotland]]. * '''Football:''' The men's national soccer team play at Hampden Park in Glasgow. : 12 clubs play in the Scottish Premiership, where the famous "Old Firm" are Celtic and Rangers, both in Glasgow. Their rivalry is sectarian: Celtic were traditionally Catholic and Rangers Protestant, both with strong links to the similarly divided communities of Northern Ireland. Don't worry about attending Celtic v Rangers clashes, because you can't: in the 2020s both teams sell out to their own supporters, to reduce crowd violence. There's seldom difficulty getting into any other match, including the equivalent Hibs v Hearts clash in Edinburgh. Aberdeen is the other stalwart of the top tier. : Below that are ten teams apiece in the Scottish Championship, and Scottish Leagues One and Two. The semi-pro fifth tier has three regional leagues of 18 apiece: Lowland Leagues East and West, and Highland League. : There are two knock-out cup competitions: the Scottish Cup open to all clubs, and the Scottish League Cup only open to the 42 professional clubs. * '''Motorcycling''' – Scotland has some of the best motorcycle touring roads in the world, although you'll need good weather to get the most out of them. With good surfaces, little traffic outside of the main conurbations and welcoming cafes touring is a real pleasure. It is also possible to hire a motorcycle. * '''Cycling''' – Even though there are few cycle trails compared to England, Scotland makes a great cycling country as there are many roads with little traffic. See [[Cycling in Scotland]]. *'''Rail Travel''' – Scotland is home to the most scenic railway line in the world - the [[West Highland Railway]], and travelling the area by train is very much recommended. Fares can be high, but the scenery can be priceless. * '''Hillwalking''' and hiking – Scotland has 284 '''[http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk/munros/ Munros]''', mountains higher than {{feet|3000}}. Only one of them requires technical rock-climbing skills, Sgùrr Dearg on Skye. A handful are difficult, but the rest (including the highest, Ben Nevis) are nothing worse than hard slog - though hazardous in bad weather. The best known long distance trail is the [[West Highland Way]], stretching for 95 miles / 153 km from Milngavie near Glasgow to Fort William. Lots more hikes and strolls everywhere, see the Tourist Board's [https://www.visitscotland.com/things-to-do/outdoor-activities/walking Walks in Scotland Guide], and there is detailed route info on [http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk Walk Highlands] of over 420 routes. See also [[Walking in the United Kingdom]]. * '''Visit a whisky distillery''' – Scotland has over 120 whisky distilleries in active production. Only a minority are open for tours, but that's still plenty; they're especially concentrated in the upper reaches of Aberdeenshire, Moray and Spey Valley, and on Islay. Those open to the public are usually producing single malt whisky, a premium product but in a crowded marketplace, so the tours are integral to their PR strategy. Many of the new small '''craft gin distilleries''' are likewise open. * '''Golf:''' Scotland has some 600 golf courses, and the game was first codified at St Andrews. Other famous courses are at Carnoustie, North Berwick, Dalmahoy, Troon and Turnberry: unless you’re a competitor, getting onto these will involve long forward planning and stiff green fees. But there’s plenty more especially in the lowlands and sandy machair coasts, see individual city pages for what’s nearby. They’re few in the Highlands and islands, the terrain is suitable but the small population can only support a limited number of courses. * '''Edinburgh Festival''' (late July to mid September) is an umbrella term for several festivals, including the International Festival, the Fringe Festival, the International Jazz and Blues Festival, and the International Book Festival. See [[Edinburgh#Do|Edinburgh]] for details. VisitScotland, the official Scottish Tourist Board, maintain a calendar of events and festivals taking place throughout Scotland. * '''[https://www.visitscotland.com/see-do/events/highland-games/ Highland Games]''' (held throughout the country from April to Sept, but mostly on mid-summer weekends) – There's food, traditional music and dancing, and vendors selling Scottish handicrafts, but the highlight is large people in kilts in pipe bands, and performing athletic feats such as the unique style of Scottish hammer throwing and tossing the caber, where a huge log has to be thrown so it flips end over end. They're colourful and fun to watch but the competitors are in earnest and have trained hard. Games often coincide with an agricultural or food & flower show, or with a "Highland Gathering" where a particular clan convenes to show each other that they're all wearing the correct tartan. * '''Curling''' – Massive polished granite stones are slid across ice, to come to rest as close as possible to the target (or "house"). Nifty work with brushing the route or sprinkling it with water speeds or retards the stone, and can make it curl around an obstructing stone. The game was first described and painted in Scotland and the Netherlands in the 16th century. [https://competitions.scottishcurling.org/ Matches] are held Sept-April, always on indoor rinks as the Scottish climate is nowadays too mild for reliable natural ice. [http://www.trycurling.com/ Beginners' lessons] are held at rinks across Scotland. It is also contested at the [[Olympic Games|Winter Olympics]]. ==Learn== {{seealso|Studying abroad#United Kingdom}} Education in Scotland is generally taken very seriously, and the country was the first in the world to provide universal education to both boys and girls. Scotland has its own educational system, which differs significantly from those of England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The country is home to 15 '''universities'''. All Scottish universities are public institutions, which means they are funded by the Scottish government. The most prestigious institutes of higher education in Scotland are the universities of '''[https://www.ed.ac.uk Edinburgh]''', '''[https://www.gla.ac.uk Glasgow]''', '''[https://www.abdn.ac.uk Aberdeen]''', and '''[https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk St Andrews]'''; these are regarded as some of the top universities in the world. Costs in Scotland tend to be lower than in other parts of the UK. [[Glasgow]] is cheaper to live in than, say, London. However, [[Edinburgh]] is more expensive than the UK average. * '''Scottish country dancing''' – You might find classes in the larger cities, but it's not difficult to just join in and pick it up as you go along. It's one of those agreeable activities that is flattering to folk devoid of athletic skills. * '''Bagpipes''' – The exact opposite, this will require a full year of daily practice to achieve anything other than painful results, even if you already play a wind instrument. And then practise, practise, practise, as the kilted buskers at the railway stations and coach stops are doing. * '''Scottish Gaelic''' – As with other languages, you can readily learn a few courtesies and basics, while achieving proficiency will take the rest of your life. It's probably best to start with CDs and online material, then consider a short residential course. There's a Gaelic college on Skye but this aims to provide courses on other subjects in Gaelic to those who are native speakers. Of course they teach the language, but at college not beginner level. ==Work== The regulations governing who can work in Scotland are the same as for the rest of the UK. A general shortage of skilled labour in the health sector means the National Health Service (NHS) actively recruits overseas, making it easier for those with specialist skills to work in the UK. The devolved Scottish Government is also keen to attract immigrants to Scotland to plug a perceived declining population. ==Buy== ===Currency=== As in the rest of the United Kingdom, Scotland uses the '''[[United Kingdom#Money|pound sterling (£)]]'''. Additionally, Scotland's three national clearing banks ''[https://www.bankofscotland.co.uk/ Bank of Scotland]'', ''[http://www.rbs.co.uk/ The Royal Bank of Scotland]'' and ''[http://www.cbonline.co.uk/ Clydesdale Bank]'' issue '''their own sterling banknotes'''. These notes are very common in Scotland and can be used interchangeably with Bank of England notes throughout Scotland and Northern Ireland. Outside of Scotland and Northern Ireland, some merchants may be reluctant to accept Scottish notes, especially larger denomination notes (the largest Bank of England note is £50, but all three Scottish banks also issue £100 notes). If you want to get Bank of England notes in Scotland, make a withdrawal from an ATM run by NatWest, Barclays or HSBC — although they are found only in major cities. In shops you can try asking for your change in Bank of England notes and similarly ask bank tellers for English notes when you exchange cash or travellers cheques. If you're in England or Wales with Scottish notes, then you can exchange them for English notes free of charge at any bank - or spend them at larger high street shops that are less likely to be fussy about what notes they accept. Before leaving the UK, change any excess into Bank of England banknotes, as Scottish banknotes can be difficult to exchange in other countries or have a worse exchange rate. Scotland like England has switched entirely to polymer bank notes, and paper notes are no longer legal tender. If you have these (for instance the Adam Smith £20, withdrawn in 2022) then change them at a bank. '''Euros''' are not accepted with the exception of a few high street shops and tourist stores, so change your money into sterling. ===Souvenirs=== [[File:Tartan Weaving in Lochcarron.jpg|thumb|Tartan weaving]] The classic tourist souvenir is a '''kilt''' and everything else involving the '''tartan'''. If you have a Scottish family name like McDonald or Clark, it may be worth trying to find your own family's tartan. There is also a large variety of other official tartans, representing anything from military regiments to religious communities (e.g. Scotland's Jewish and Muslim communities both have official tartans). A real kilt costs about £300–400 and is made of heavy wool (so it will not reveal what you might or might not be wearing underneath even in strong winds), but most souvenir stores offer only unauthentic thin ones. If you really want a genuine kilt or full traditional outfit (kilt, sporran, jacket, shirt, and shoes) the best place to look is a clothing hire shop. These specialise in hiring suits and kilts for weddings and often sell ex-hire stock at reduced prices – otherwise the kilt will have to be made to order – this usually takes several weeks. The traditional highland kilt is a section of cloth about 6 feet wide and 14 feet long. This is wrapped about the body then brought up over the shoulder and pinned in place, a little like a toga. The modern short kilt was introduced during the industrial revolution to give more freedom of movement. '''Whisky''' (''Scotch'') is also a common buy. There are two basic types – blended and single malt whiskies. Blended whiskies are made from, as the name suggests – several single malts blended together. Beware of souvenir shops selling small bottles of blended whisky for inflated prices – you can more often than not find the same bottle in a supermarket (or in airport duty-free) much cheaper! Single malt whiskies are more expensive, and worth paying the price premium. Single malts are very diverse depending on the region or town where the whisky was distilled and the type of barley used. The smaller, independent distilleries pride themselves on the quality of their product and their whisky is often only available in a small number of shops, or even directly. Mainstream brand single malts are still sold in supermarkets and duty-free shops. '''Orkney silver jewellery''' is produced in the [[Orkney Islands]] but available throughout Scotland. Styles are generally traditionally "Celtic" or modern variations of that style. Jewellery produced by highly regarded designers tends to be very elegant and not cheap. '''Woolen goods''' besides kilts are widely available. Scotland produces a lot of wool, much of it very high quality, so you can find very comfortable yet durable and attractive scarves, coats, sweaters/jumpers, etc., often for quite reasonable prices if you shop around. '''Harris Tweed''', from the island of [[Harris]], is particularly well-regarded. If you want something with your family tartan but don't want to spring for a kilt, then hats, handbags, ties, scarves, etc. are all available in a variety of official tartans. ===Cost of living=== Most visitors are disappointed by the high cost of living in Scotland. Although prices in Scotland are not as bad as in the south of England, compared to the United States, or most other parts of Europe, basic living expenses are still high. Most goods have an additional 20% Value Added Tax (VAT) applied although this is always included in the marked price for general consumer purchases. Petrol has a massive 70% excise tax and 20% VAT on top of that. Costs are highest in Edinburgh and in very remote places such as [[Stornoway]] (for example petrol prices often hit £1.50 per litre in some areas). As a basic rule, the further north you venture, the more expensive it's likely to get, mostly because of the expense of long supply chains and small turnovers. ==Eat== {{seealso|Cuisine of Britain and Ireland}} [[File:Cullen Skink.JPG|right|thumb|Cullen skink, a delicacy of [[Moray]]]] [[File:Haggis Mo.jpg|thumb|right|Haggis, neeps and tatties]] [[File:Scotch pie dissection.jpg|right|thumb|Scotch pie]] [[File:DeepFriedMarsBar.jpg|thumbnail|A Mars bar, deep fried]] While Scotland suffers from the stereotype of producing dreary food, the country now boasts excellent modern Scottish restaurants and numerous quality Indian, French, and Italian options. In fact, in parts of the country such as Edinburgh, it has become quite difficult to get a really bad meal. As in the rest of the UK, Indian and Chinese food is popular and readily available, even in many fairly small towns. In fact, the classic Indian dish Chicken Tikka Masala was (debatably) invented in Glasgow. Below are listed some of the highlights of the Scottish culinary scene: * '''Cullen skink''' – A hearty and delicious fish soup made from smoked haddock, potatoes, cream, and shellfish. '''Partan bree''' is a traditional seafood soup sometimes found in the northeast, made mainly of crab and rice. Other Scottish soups include the humble but very traditional '''cock-a-leekie''' - chicken soup with chopped leeks, and the heartier '''scotch broth''', made with barley, lamb or mutton, root vegetables, and dried peas or lentils. * '''Seafood''' – Scotland produces some of the best seafood in the world. Its langoustines, oysters, scallops, crabs, salmon and lobsters are prized by the finest chefs all over the world...and hence are mostly exported. Try half-a-dozen fresh oysters followed by langoustines in garlic butter mopped up with a chunk of organic bread at the [[Colbost#Eat|Three Chimneys]] in Skye. Heaven on a plate. If you're lucky enough to be near the coast you can buy freshly caught seafood at very good prices; just go to the docks and wait, it's worth it. Scotland also has some truly glorious '''fish and chips''': fresh haddock fried and battered to perfection with a side of golden chips and vinegar (haddock is traditional for fish and chips in Scotland, though higher-end chippies will often offer a choice of fish). '''Kippers''' (cured and smoked herring) are a breakfast favourite. Scottish '''smoked salmon''' is world-famous, and is eaten for breakfast all over the UK, typically served with scrambled eggs. If you're from North America, some fish, particularly cheaper ones, have different names in Europe than you're used to - for example "plaice" refers to what you likely know as "flounder," and "coley" is the same as "pollock." * '''Sizzling sirloin of Scotch beef''' – The five best beef breeds in the world are Scottish, the best-known being Aberdeen Angus. The others are Highland, Longhorn, Shorthorn and Galloway. There is a vast difference between how beef cattle are raised for the lower-cost end of the market and the top end of the market. Slap a sirloin of Aberdeen Angus on a hot grill and find out why. * '''Game''' – Scotland has game aplenty, from pheasants to venison. An inexpensive Highland autumn favourite is pheasant layered with a few strips of bacon and baked with seasonal vegetables. Venison (deer) is a common variety of game, prepared in similar ways to beef, commonly burgers, stews and pies; it is leaner and more flavoursome than beef. * '''Haggis''' – Scotland's national dish does sound quite disgusting to foreigners because of its ingredients, but is in fact surprisingly good. The texture is fairly similar to meatloaf like you might find in the USA, with a slightly stronger, more pungent flavour. Unless you simply can't abide any hint of organ-meat flavours, you should give it a try. Haggis is made up of chopped heart, liver and lungs of a sheep, mixed with onion, oatmeal and spices and then cooked in a sheep's stomach bag. Nowadays, you can buy and cook Haggis in plastic bags. It is served with turnips and mashed potatoes (often referred to as Scots words "neeps and tatties"). For the faint-hearted, vegetarian haggis is available. * '''Porridge''' – an oat meal many Scots eat for breakfast, usually with salt as a topping however other toppings like milk, cream, honey, fruit and jam are popular. * '''The square sausage''' – another common breakfast favourite; it is a flavoured thin square of beef (steak sausage) or pork (lorne sausage), fried or grilled, often served in a roll. * A '''full Scottish breakfast''' – Similar to a "full English" or "full Welsh," consisting (usually) of a bacon rasher, a link or square sausage, a slice of black pudding (a kind of blood sausage), an egg or two, baked beans in tomato sauce, sauteed mushrooms and tomatoes, toast, and a tattie scone, which is a type of potato pancake. Sometimes white pudding (a coarse sausage of pork meat and fat, cereals, but no blood) is substituted for black pudding. Not the kind of thing most people eat on a daily basis, but hits the spot if you went a little too hard the night before, or if you need to fuel up for a day's rambling in the countryside. * '''Scotch pie''' – A much-loved local delicacy. Originally containing mutton, but now usually made with an undefinable meat. Good ones are really good - slightly spiced and not greasy. Try one from a local bakery. A '''bridie''' is somewhat similar but is shaped more like a pasty, and sometimes contains onions. The ubiquitous '''Scotch Egg''' is another perennial dodgy favourite, which is essentially a boiled egg breadcrumbed with sausage meat. * '''Scotch tablet''' – Another local delicacy. It is very similar to fudge – but it is slightly brittle due to its being beaten for a time while it sets! Great for any cold hikes you may be planning. * The '''deep fried Mars bar''' – Regarded by many as an urban myth, ''does'' exist in Scotland. An NHS survey reported that roughly 22% of fast food joints and fish and chips shops in Scotland sell the item, at roughly 60 pence a go, mainly to school children and young adults. You will have to ask them to put one in the fryer, though. Despite being extremely rich and feeling very unhealthy, they are quite tasty. Your best bet is to share one with a friend. A chippy in [[Stonehaven]] claims to be the birthplace of this, er, "delicacy." Another equally improbable artery-clogging treat is '''deep-fried pizza'''. The ultimate 'heart-attack-on-a-plate' has to be the '''fribab''', the '''deep-fried kebab''' which can be done for ya in some of the crazier parts of Glasgow. Really, Scottish chippies will deep fry just about anything, including haggis. * The '''munchy box''' – Probably the ultimate in late night Scottish takeaway cuisine. The exact contents vary, as you can get them variously from chip shops as well as Middle Eastern, Indian, and Chinese places, but it's a variety of fast food classics, e.g. kebab meat, fried chicken, pakora, chips, etc. thrown together in a flat pizza box. Sometimes it will include a salad, you know, to make it healthy. It's unknown whether anyone has ever purchased a munchy box while sober. * The mass produced varieties of '''cheese''' are similar to the rest of the UK, although some is made in Scotland. Smaller specialist cheeses are worth looking for. '''Dunlop''' is similar to a Cheddar, and is named after a village in Ayrshire. '''Crowdie''' is a soft curd cheese, sold in tubs. '''Caboc''' is a soft cream cheese which is usually rolled in oatmeal to form a small log; variations are rolled in black pepper or garlic leaves. '''Mull Cheddar''' is a very strong artisan cheddar cheese from the [[Mull|Isle of Mull]]. Try spreading your cheese on an oatcake, a biscuit ideally suited to cheese (or honey). Vegetarian food isn't as hard to find as you would think, with virtually all restaurants and cafés offering more than one vegetarian option. Vegan food is harder to find, but not impossible. Edinburgh especially has a good number of exceptional vegetarian and vegan restaurants. ==Drink== [[File:Single Malt Scotch Whiskies.jpg|thumb|Scotch whiskies]] Scotland, and especially the Highlands, is famous for the hundreds of brands of Scotch '''[[whisky]]''' it produces (note the lack of an 'e'). It seems to the visitor that every village makes its own particular brand, so much so that somebody compared a tour of the Highlands as being similar to "driving through a drinks cabinet"! There are around 100 whisky distilleries in Scotland and nearly half of them welcome visitors. Opening days and times can be up to seven days a week in summer and sometimes they close in the winter. A good way to instantly endear yourself to the locals is when ordering Scotch in a pub, always ask for a "whisky" or simply "a half" – and the bartender will know exactly what you mean, in much the same way as asking for "a pint" in Ireland will mean you are automatically served Guinness. Asking for a "Scotch" or putting anything other than water in malt whisky will immediately identify you as a foreigner! '''Pubs''' are the places you meet people and where you have a good time. More than in other countries, pubs are very lively and it is easy to get to know people when you're travelling alone. Most Scottish people are usually very welcoming, so it's not unusual that they will buy you a drink even though you just met them. The '''legal drinking age''' is 18 years old, and many pubs and clubs will ask for ID of anyone who happens to look younger than 25. Penalties for those caught buying alcohol for those under 18 can include a large fine, and the penalties for drink-driving are severe. Drinking laws are complicated slightly by the fact that a single glass of wine may be served to a sixteen-year old, provided it is with a meal and are accompanied by an adult who is at least 18 years old. '''Beer''', especially the ales, is measured in pints (568 mL). Scottish micro-breweries are doing quite well, possibly thanks to the "Campaign for Real Ale". From 30 September 2024 there is a legal minimum price of 65p per UK Unit of Alcohol. This means that the minimum price of a bottle or 500ml can of beer or cider is around £1.62, depending on the strength, a bottle of wine is around £6.50 and a 70cl bottle of whisky is £18. This has no impact on prices in bars, but the cheapest drinks in supermarkets are more expensive than in England. '''[http://www.irn-bru.co.uk Irn Bru]''', also known as '''Scotland's other national drink''' (after whisky), is a very popular, fizzy, bright orange-coloured soft drink that is supposed to be the best cure for a hangover: it is full of caffeine and is acidic enough to clean coins, but then so can cola. In 2017, it was widely reported that Scotland is the only country in the world where the best-selling soft drink isn't Coca-Cola, which no other native soft drink can claim. Supposedly it is made from iron girders. '''Cream soda''', '''Red Kola''' and '''Sugarelly''' (liquorice water) are similarly consumed. '''Craft or boutique spirits''' have blossomed since 2009. It's long been legal in the UK to make your own beer or wine - and it used to be a common pastime, but supermarket products are nowadays so cheap. It was and remains illegal to distil your own spirits for personal consumption, but you're permitted under licence to set up a commercial distillery. That was held to mean a still of at least 1800 litres capacity, but in 2009 a legal case overthrew that minimum, and opened the door to micro-distilleries. These then popped up all over UK but very noticeably in Scotland. They usually produce gin, less often vodka, seldom whisky which has extra rules and has to mature several years before it may be sold. So you may well encounter "craft" or "boutique" gin from one of these new distilleries. == Sleep == '''All short-term accommodation in Scotland must be registered''', otherwise it's illegal and probably a flea-pit or fire-trap. This applies throughout Scotland but is especially pertinent to Edinburgh, where demand far exceeds supply and encourages exploitive providers. The law (which does not apply to England) was introduced in 2022. It's a bit of unwelcome extra bureaucracy for B&Bs, campsites and so on but in the long-term should better protect travellers and honest providers. ===Self catering=== Self-catering holidays, in cottages wooden lodges or city flats, in Scotland have become popular. Many cottages are now furnished to a very high standard. ===Budget=== Scotland has plenty of '''[[Hostels]]''', both the '''[http://www.syha.org.uk Scottish Youth Hostel Association]''' (SYHA) and a large and developing network of '''Independent Hostels'''. Some of the buildings are very impressive. The SYHA traditionally involved guests performing chores and a ban on alcohol. The new breed of independent hostels have eschewed these concepts, causing the SYHA to loosen up its attitudes too. [[File:Camp Spidean Mialach - geograph.org.uk - 74217.jpg|thumb|Camping in Scotland]] '''[[Camping]]''' is another inexpensive way of touring Scotland, though the unpredictable weather makes it less appealing than in some other countries. In remote areas camp sites can be a significant distance apart so buy an up-to-date guide and plan your route. Booking is not usually necessary except in peak season. Generally, the rule is the more remote the camp site, the better the scenery and the lower the cost. Some camp sites may provide only basic amenities. "'''[[Wild camping]]'''" on private land outside recognised campsites is generally permitted under the Outdoor Access Code if you are walking or cycling: you are expected to move on after two or three nights in the same spot, not least to allow the ground to regenerate. Never camp next to a stream that could rapidly become swollen by overnight rain. Midges (tiny biting insects) can be a particular nuisance during August and September: the insects are harmless but incredibly irritating, especially when you are trying to sleep, so zip your tent religiously every time you get in or out. The good news is that midges fly more slowly than most people walk, and they dislike smoke. Chemical repellents are widely available but some people find them ineffective, unfortunately. '''Bed and Breakfast''' accommodation is widely available, even in remote areas and some very good deals can be found. Many people consider these to be more friendly and welcoming than a hotel. Local tourist information centres will help you find a room for the same night, and you may expect to pay in the region of £35 per person per night for room and full Scottish breakfast. If visiting the major cities, try staying in [[Falkirk]] or [[Polmont]]. Both are far cheaper than the hotels in [[Glasgow]] and [[Edinburgh]], and only 1/2 hour away from both on regular train services. The '''Premier Inn''' and '''Travelodge''' chains of motels in Scotland are widespread, with double rooms priced at around £55. In cities these are likely to prove cheaper than a hotel, especially if you are able to book in advance. ==Stay safe== In any emergency, call 999 or 112 (from a landline if you can) and ask for ambulance, fire, police, coast guard or mountain rescue when connected. ===Natural hazards=== Scotland's weather is highly changeable, but rarely extreme. In the mountainous regions of the north and west of the country, the weather can change swiftly and frequently even during the summer. What started as a bright morning can end as a very wet, very windy and very cold afternoon. Packing extra warm and waterproof clothing is advisable, whatever the time of year, but especially between the months of October and February. ===Driving=== As in the rest of the UK and Ireland, traffic in Scotland '''drives on the left'''. Drivers from other countries [[Driving#Driving on the other side of the road|should take special care]] if they are not used to driving on the left or if your car is left-hand drive. If driving a left-hand drive car, you may find it difficult to see traffic in your passenger-side door mirror and overtaking may be more difficult and hazardous. There are high accident rates in rural areas such as the Highlands and Aberdeenshire, especially as a result of speeding and reckless overtaking. Aggressive motorcycle riding is also a major problem on some of Scotland's rural roads, and the annual accident rate is abnormally higher than the UK average. Even if a driver is coming up fast behind you, do not be goaded into increasing your speed. They will overtake (at their own risk!) if you keep to a speed at which you are comfortable. Added to this, weather can be poor, particularly in the interior of the country. In winter, you are likely to find roads closed by snow, with "snow gates" being closed (literally a huge gate that traffic police use to close off the road). Most drivers in Scotland do not fit snow tyres or snow chains, and combined with reckless driving, the accident rate in winter weather is higher. In coastal areas, mist or fog can be a problem. Listen to radio traffic reports (e.g. BBC Radio Scotland) and avoid travelling by car in poor weather if you can. Many rural roads are poorly maintained and lack crash barriers, so you should drive carefully and never assume that it is clear around the next bend or over the next hill. Use full-beam headlights if visibility is less than 100 m (110 yards) ahead, but be considerate and don't dazzle other road users. You may also find cattle grids (also known as cattle guards or Texas gates), which are used if livestock is loose in the area and should be negotiated very slowly as they can have an adverse effect on your vehicle's steering. In these areas, keep your speed down and watch out for livestock such as horses, sheep, cattle and deer. You may sometimes have to share a narrow twisty road with stray sheep and occasionally cattle, so extra vigilance is required. These roads pass through some of Scotland's most spectacular areas and while the scenery may be awe-inspiring, extra attention and concentration is required when using them. Drink-driving is not tolerated by the authorities in Scotland and if you find yourself involved in any form of road incident that requires police attention, you will be breathalysed. If caught and convicted, a driving ban and/or imprisonment will normally follow. The drink-driving limit is stricter in Scotland than in England. If you have some drinks in England (for instance in a border town such as Berwick-upon-Tweed) and drive into Scotland, what was legal in England may immediately become illegal the moment you cross the border into Scotland. ===Crime and safety=== Scotland is generally a very safe country to visit. Like England and Wales, violent crime is a problem in some inner city areas, however, much of it occurs amongst hooligan-type, unarmed gangs, and violent crime against tourists is rare. Petty crimes such as thefts and pickpocketing are lower than many other European countries, but vigilance at all times is required, especially in crowded areas. Crime rates vary greatly from urban to rural areas. Public intoxication is a common occurrence, especially in some urban areas. You should approach pubs and nightclubs at night with caution, especially around closing time when drink-fuelled violence occurs, the best thing to do is use common sense and avoid any fighting. The same advice extends to using public transport - especially buses - in the evening. After around 21:00 it is unusual to see conductors or ticket examiners going about trains which are travelling to or from Edinburgh or Glasgow - if they cannot be found in the passenger areas of the train, they are likely to be found at the very rear of the train in the rear driving cab. If you feel insecure, or have a problem on the train - sit close to the back of the train or knock on the door, if you have a problem. Some trains however, are operated wholly by the driver. While the majority of these trains have ticket examiners, they can and do run without them. Again, late at night, they are more likely to be found in their "safe area" at the rear cab of the train. A simple knock should gain their attention if there is a problem. If there is no staff onboard and you are unhappy, try to sit where most passengers are. The British Transport Police's number is 0800 40 50 40, in an emergency call 999. If there is an incident which requires urgent attention operate the emergency alarm - '''this will stop the train''' - so it is usually best to operate the alarm at a station stop if your safety is not threatened by the movement of the train. ==Stay healthy== [[File:Ben Nevis from Glas Bhein Mhor over Glencoe hills - geograph.org.uk - 925276.jpg|thumb|Hillwalking offers wonderful views, though it can be dangerous if you're not prepared]] When hillwalking, you should always take along a compass, detailed maps, waterproof clothing, a torch (flashlight), and a good pair of boots. A charged mobile phone can be a lifesaver as some mountain areas have cell coverage from one or more of the networks, any phone is capable of making a 999 or 112 call if there is a signal available on any network, so a phone with no signal is most definitely better than no phone. The weather on the hills can change suddenly, with visibility falling to just a few metres. If hillwalking alone tell someone where you are going and when you expect to be back. More advice is available from the [http://www.mountaineering-scotland.org.uk/leaflets/walksafe.html Mountaineering Council of Scotland] The [http://www.mwis.org.uk/ Mountain Weather Information Service (MWIS)] provides detailed weather forecasts for the mountain areas. Beware of midges! These small biting flying insects (similar in looks to small swarming mosquitoes) are prevalent in damp areas, particularly Western Scotland, from around May to September. The bites can itch but they don't carry disease. Midges don't tend to fly in direct sunshine or if it's windy, the worst times are dawn and dusk and near still water or damp areas. Men and boys are often bitten more than women and girls. It is advisable to take some strong insect repellent spray or if outdoors for a while, consider a face net. Tap water in Scotland is safe to drink, if sometimes heavily chlorinated. In some remote or Northern areas it is best to let the tap run for a few seconds before using the water as it may have a slight brown tint. This is due to traces of soil or peat in the supply and nothing dangerous. Generally the further north you go in Scotland the better the water will taste! ==Respect== <!--Before editing this section please view the discussion at [[Talk:Scotland#Respect_for_the_scottish..]]--> It is considered respectful to refer to people from Scotland as "Scots" or "Scottish" as opposed to "British". Most generally feel more Scottish than British so the latter term could cause annoyance with some. Some Scots may be offended by the word "Jock" or being referred to as "Scotch" as opposed to Scottish. Scottish people are often stereotyped as "anti-English" or "anti-British". The truth is that some Scots are critical of the way the United Kingdom is run. Most Scottish people still feel it's important to differentiate themselves as having a separate sense of nationality. While it's debated whether or not the Scots language is a variety of English, many Scots proudly consider it to be a separate language altogether. The issues of '''Scottish nationalism''' and '''Scottish independence''' are certainly much debated, and both issues have seen growing attention in the 21st century. An independence referendum was conducted in 2014 which resulted in a 55/45 vote in favour of remaining in the United Kingdom. However, many people who voted for secession remain deeply committed and continue to campaign for the cause. It remains a politically divisive issue, with the 2021 Scottish Parliament election resulting in an almost even vote share between pro-independence and pro-union parties. Whilst nowhere near as sensitive or divisive as in other parts of the world where such movements exist, taking a strong position in favour of either side or their associated political parties could cause some annoyance. Rivalries between various football clubs are a rather sensitive issue. It is a bad idea to wear the colours and shirts of football clubs on match days as this may cause offence or lead to violence if worn in the wrong place. This is a problem mainly confined to Glasgow's "Old Firm" (Celtic and Rangers) derby where there are still sectarian tensions (Celtic wear green and white, Rangers wear blue and white, however orange is also often associated with the latter). Due to the rivalry between the national teams of England and Scotland, you should also avoid wearing England national team shirts. If you find yourself in a pub or bar with Scots, be wary that one person may "buy a round": this is an unspoken convention where, rather than a single person buying drinks for themselves, everyone will take turns buying drinks for the entire party. Not buying a round after someone has bought you a drink may be considered rude. The traditional outfit being mocked or called the wrong name may cause annoyance. The "skirt" is called a '''kilt'''. The "purse" at the front (commonly accented with deer skin, leather and tassels hanging from a chain) is called a '''sporran'''. The hat with the red pom-pom on top is called a '''glengarry'''. It's common practice to carry a '''sgian-dubh''' (small knife) in the sock whilst wearing a kilt. Don't be alarmed by this as they are primarily for aesthetics (although in past times did serve their proper use for a knife) and are usually quite dull or artificial. Kilts are worn by men at formal occasions such as weddings, highland games, and traditional dances. It is crass to make jokes or ask about what someone wears under their kilt. Although it's becoming less common, you may see a burning cross occasionally used as a national symbol. It has historical roots in Scotland: a man would ride through the Highlands with a burning cross to raise an army in an invasion. The Ku Klux Klan ([[South (United States of America)#Reconstruction and Civil Rights Movement|KKK]]) in the U.S. appropriated it. While most Scots are aware of this, here it is just a harmless patriotic image and has no connotation of racial hatred or violence. The Presbyterian '''Church of Scotland''' is the national church in Scotland, which stands in contrast to Anglicanism, the state religion of England and Wales. That said, modern Scotland is a largely secular society, and only a minority of Scots attend church regularly, though the religious background of someone's family often influences their choice of sports team. Most Scots take a live and let live approach towards religion, and as long as you do likewise, you should generally not run into any problems regardless of what religion you choose to practise. Many of the Hebrides and a few pockets of the Highlands lean heavily toward the '''Free Church of Scotland''', with its austere and strict version of Presbyterianism. Its adherents won't try to impose their religion on you, but you should expect many businesses in these areas to be closed on Sunday. You may hear some Scots refer to them as the "Wee Frees" but you shouldn't repeat that as it's often considered pejorative. == Connect == Scotland has the same mobile signal carriers as the rest of the UK: EE, O2, Three and Vodafone. The major cities have 5G and the towns have 4G, even in faraway places like Lerwick and Stornoway, see individual pages for details. Coverage is patchy out in the countryside, so don't rely on getting a signal if you sprain your ankle in the Cairngorms. The ferries have Wifi and mobile coverage but you may incur high charges if your call is routed via the Inmarsat network once you sail beyond reach of the mainland network. == Go next == * [[Northern Ireland]] is a two-hour ferry ride from Stranraer. See fascinating Belfast (with memories of the Titanic), Giant's Causeway on the Antrim coast, and the walled city of Derry. * England's [[Cumbria]] is the scenic but rain-lashed English Lake District. The main town is [[Keswick]]. * England's [[Northumberland]] has a dramatic coast, with wave-dashed castles and the Holy Island of [[Lindisfarne]]. {{geo | 57.000 | -5.000 | zoom=7}} {{IsPartOf|United Kingdom}} {{usableregion}} h4hswivlmp8n3jo890sf2y4agsr43yj 0 31974 5328541 5028021 2026-08-14T22:02:44Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328541 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Sea_Ranch_Banner.jpg}} '''Sea Ranch''' is a planned unincorporated community in [[Sonoma County]], in the [[North Coast (California)|North Coast]] region of [[California]]. ==Understand== '''Sea Ranch''' has a population of about 750, of which about 300 are permanent residents. Landscaping in Sea Ranch is regulated by a design manual which prohibits perimeter fences and limits non-indigenous plants to screened courtyards. A herd of sheep is used to keep grass cut low to the ground to reduce the threat of fire during the summer months. ==Get in== Sea Ranch is located on the Pacific Ocean. The typical way to reach it is by car. From the south, the most scenic route is north on Highway 1, from Jenner or further south in Sonoma County or Marin County. However, the frequent turns can be tough on car passengers. An alternative is to take Highway 101 to Healdsburg, then Stewart Point - Skaggs Springs Road to Stewarts Point, about 10 miles south of Sea Ranch on Highway 1. [[wikipedia:California_State_Route_1]] [[wikipedia:U.S._Route_101]] The public transit alternative is [https://mendocinotransit.org/routes/route-95/ Mendocino Transit route 95], one end of which is at the Sonoma County Airport. ==Get around== A car is not absolutely essential, but many area attractions are not reachable by foot, and the Route 95 bus on Highway 1 runs extremely infrequently. Bikes are popular for side trips and on nearby trails. {{mapframe|38.7152|-123.4561|zoom=12}} ==See== One major attraction is the Pacific Ocean. Sea Ranch is a developed community that features a designed sea-side landscape, many beaches and marine and shore wildlife. The trails are restricted to guests and residents although there is extensive public access to the beaches. The development offers a complete trail system for residents and guests, suitable for bikes and horses, which mostly stays along the ocean ridge and includes access to several public beaches. Along the paths, one can see a wide variety of wildflowers, grasses and trees as well as roaming deer, other animals, birds and a protected seal habitat. A striking ocean landscape can be seen from almost everywhere. The development's residential architecture itself is of interest as it includes many examples of mid-to-late 20th century modern design intended to integrate with the land. The Sea Ranch lodge features notable architecture, and not only has food (see below), but also common areas open to the public. ==Do== * Drive US 1, watch out for bikes and farm vehicles and driving off a cliff, but otherwise live the American dream. * Explore the public beaches (use the marked trails, from parking lots). Hike the Sea Ranch grounds (if a guest). Look for wildlife, including passing whales. * Check out the offerings of the [https://www.thesearanchlodge.com/ Sea Ranch Lodge:] art lectures, wine tastings, jazz nights, nature walks, private yoga classes, star gazing, cocktail classes, golf activities, and more. * Visit the nearby state parks and reserves. ** [https://parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/visit/find-a-park/soda-springs-reserve Soda Springs Reserve regional park] is 11 miles east of Sea Ranch. The park, with its huge redwoods, has relatively few visitors, and is great for shady summer walks. **[https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=453 Salt Point State Park], about a 30 minute drive south of Sea Ranch, has more than 20 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. * Explore the towns of [[Gualala]], just to the north, and Anchor Bay. * Golf the Sea Ranch links to the north of the development (open to the public). Have a meal at the lodge or poke around its little boutique. ==Eat== * The [https://www.thesearanchlodge.com/ Sea Ranch Lodge], which reopened October 1, 2021, includes a general store, restaurant, cafe, and a friendly bar (with a happy hour with a good selection of wines by the glass) and a fireplace room to which one can repair with drink on a blustery day. The restaurant's menu leans to local ingredients prepared in a fairly-formal style. Evening diners have a view of the setting sun over the undeveloped grounds and bluff. (Restaurant and bar/lounge open 5-9 p.m., Thursday-Monday; cafe open 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily.) * The town of Gualala, just to the north, has two grocery stores and a number of places to eat. * [https://www.facebook.com/stewartspointstore Stewarts Point Store], about a 15 minutes drive south of Sea Ranch, is a lively general store and community hub, with an [https://twofishbaking.com/ excellent bakery]. ==Drink== This is not the heart of wine country but local labels can be found from the grocery store to the fine restaurant. ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Sea Ranch Lodge | alt= | url=http://www.searanchlodge.com/ | email=guestservices@thesearanchlodge.com | address=P.O. Box 44 | lat=38.68 | long=-123.428 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1 707 579-9777 ext 124 | checkin= | checkout= | price=$600 and up | lastedit=2025-02-28 | content=The Sea Ranch Lodge reopened its 17 guest rooms in July 2023. Some rooms include hot tubs, fireplaces, and corner ocean views (with windows that open and bench seats). Decor leans on the architecture which emphasizes natural materials, local art, a simple aesthetic and the ocean. A small herd of sheep adds to the bucolic setting across the road from the lodge. }} * Many of the houses and condos in the Sea Ranch development are available for rental. The architecture and the development ranges from those basic properties developed early (often very private with fully-developed landscapes) to newer properties with actual lawns. Nearby communities offer small motels, inns and there is quite a bit of camping at parks and private campsites. Rentals start at around $300 per night (higher during peak seasons) and often require a minimum of two days or more. * See also the listings for [[Gualala]], which is only 5 miles to the north. ==Stay safe== The primary danger in this area seems to be hitting a deer with one's car or being run over by a car if on foot or bike. Also, be careful if near the ocean or on a ridge top. "Don't turn your back on the ocean" is the Sea Ranch motto, although walking backwards can be dangerous too. ==Go next== The nearby towns to the north - Gualala and Anchor Bay - offer galleries and restaurants to explore. Two grocery stores in Gualala and a little organic shop in Anchor Bay can supply basics or carryout for picnics. "Barbequed oysters" are advertised up the north coast. As explained at Bones (a "biker friendly" bar that is simply friendly), along US 1 in Gualala, this means "cooked on a grill" and served with a vinegar dipping sauce. They are also generally very, very fresh. [[Point Arena]] is about 40 miles north. {{routebox | image1=California 1.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Fort Bragg]] | minorl1=[[Gualala]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[San Francisco]] | minorr1=[[Fort Ross]] }} {{geo|38.71528|-123.45444}} {{IsPartOf|Sonoma County}} {{outlinecity}} 2i4smunxoouijx2pyjon0bahjtulre3 5328583 5328541 2026-08-15T05:00:58Z LPfi 79572 /* Get around */ 5328583 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Sea_Ranch_Banner.jpg}} '''Sea Ranch''' is a planned unincorporated community in [[Sonoma County]], in the [[North Coast (California)|North Coast]] region of [[California]]. ==Understand== '''Sea Ranch''' has a population of about 750, of which about 300 are permanent residents. Landscaping in Sea Ranch is regulated by a design manual which prohibits perimeter fences and limits non-indigenous plants to screened courtyards. A herd of sheep is used to keep grass cut low to the ground to reduce the threat of fire during the summer months. ==Get in== Sea Ranch is located on the Pacific Ocean. The typical way to reach it is by car. From the south, the most scenic route is north on Highway 1, from Jenner or further south in Sonoma County or Marin County. However, the frequent turns can be tough on car passengers. An alternative is to take Highway 101 to Healdsburg, then Stewart Point - Skaggs Springs Road to Stewarts Point, about 10 miles south of Sea Ranch on Highway 1. [[wikipedia:California_State_Route_1]] [[wikipedia:U.S._Route_101]] The public transit alternative is [https://mendocinotransit.org/routes/route-95/ Mendocino Transit route 95], one end of which is at the Sonoma County Airport. ==Get around== {{mapframe|38.7152|-123.4561|zoom=12}} A car is not absolutely essential, but many area attractions are not reachable by foot, and the Route 95 bus on Highway 1 runs extremely infrequently. Bikes are popular for side trips and on nearby trails. ==See== One major attraction is the Pacific Ocean. Sea Ranch is a developed community that features a designed sea-side landscape, many beaches and marine and shore wildlife. The trails are restricted to guests and residents although there is extensive public access to the beaches. The development offers a complete trail system for residents and guests, suitable for bikes and horses, which mostly stays along the ocean ridge and includes access to several public beaches. Along the paths, one can see a wide variety of wildflowers, grasses and trees as well as roaming deer, other animals, birds and a protected seal habitat. A striking ocean landscape can be seen from almost everywhere. The development's residential architecture itself is of interest as it includes many examples of mid-to-late 20th century modern design intended to integrate with the land. The Sea Ranch lodge features notable architecture, and not only has food (see below), but also common areas open to the public. ==Do== * Drive US 1, watch out for bikes and farm vehicles and driving off a cliff, but otherwise live the American dream. * Explore the public beaches (use the marked trails, from parking lots). Hike the Sea Ranch grounds (if a guest). Look for wildlife, including passing whales. * Check out the offerings of the [https://www.thesearanchlodge.com/ Sea Ranch Lodge:] art lectures, wine tastings, jazz nights, nature walks, private yoga classes, star gazing, cocktail classes, golf activities, and more. * Visit the nearby state parks and reserves. ** [https://parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/visit/find-a-park/soda-springs-reserve Soda Springs Reserve regional park] is 11 miles east of Sea Ranch. The park, with its huge redwoods, has relatively few visitors, and is great for shady summer walks. **[https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=453 Salt Point State Park], about a 30 minute drive south of Sea Ranch, has more than 20 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. * Explore the towns of [[Gualala]], just to the north, and Anchor Bay. * Golf the Sea Ranch links to the north of the development (open to the public). Have a meal at the lodge or poke around its little boutique. ==Eat== * The [https://www.thesearanchlodge.com/ Sea Ranch Lodge], which reopened October 1, 2021, includes a general store, restaurant, cafe, and a friendly bar (with a happy hour with a good selection of wines by the glass) and a fireplace room to which one can repair with drink on a blustery day. The restaurant's menu leans to local ingredients prepared in a fairly-formal style. Evening diners have a view of the setting sun over the undeveloped grounds and bluff. (Restaurant and bar/lounge open 5-9 p.m., Thursday-Monday; cafe open 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily.) * The town of Gualala, just to the north, has two grocery stores and a number of places to eat. * [https://www.facebook.com/stewartspointstore Stewarts Point Store], about a 15 minutes drive south of Sea Ranch, is a lively general store and community hub, with an [https://twofishbaking.com/ excellent bakery]. ==Drink== This is not the heart of wine country but local labels can be found from the grocery store to the fine restaurant. ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Sea Ranch Lodge | alt= | url=http://www.searanchlodge.com/ | email=guestservices@thesearanchlodge.com | address=P.O. Box 44 | lat=38.68 | long=-123.428 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1 707 579-9777 ext 124 | checkin= | checkout= | price=$600 and up | lastedit=2025-02-28 | content=The Sea Ranch Lodge reopened its 17 guest rooms in July 2023. Some rooms include hot tubs, fireplaces, and corner ocean views (with windows that open and bench seats). Decor leans on the architecture which emphasizes natural materials, local art, a simple aesthetic and the ocean. A small herd of sheep adds to the bucolic setting across the road from the lodge. }} * Many of the houses and condos in the Sea Ranch development are available for rental. The architecture and the development ranges from those basic properties developed early (often very private with fully-developed landscapes) to newer properties with actual lawns. Nearby communities offer small motels, inns and there is quite a bit of camping at parks and private campsites. Rentals start at around $300 per night (higher during peak seasons) and often require a minimum of two days or more. * See also the listings for [[Gualala]], which is only 5 miles to the north. ==Stay safe== The primary danger in this area seems to be hitting a deer with one's car or being run over by a car if on foot or bike. Also, be careful if near the ocean or on a ridge top. "Don't turn your back on the ocean" is the Sea Ranch motto, although walking backwards can be dangerous too. ==Go next== The nearby towns to the north - Gualala and Anchor Bay - offer galleries and restaurants to explore. Two grocery stores in Gualala and a little organic shop in Anchor Bay can supply basics or carryout for picnics. "Barbequed oysters" are advertised up the north coast. As explained at Bones (a "biker friendly" bar that is simply friendly), along US 1 in Gualala, this means "cooked on a grill" and served with a vinegar dipping sauce. They are also generally very, very fresh. [[Point Arena]] is about 40 miles north. {{routebox | image1=California 1.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Fort Bragg]] | minorl1=[[Gualala]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[San Francisco]] | minorr1=[[Fort Ross]] }} {{geo|38.71528|-123.45444}} {{IsPartOf|Sonoma County}} {{outlinecity}} fjbcgp3kftloojaomdgcev3qlwgc7ra 0 33522 5328742 5327593 2026-08-15T11:09:04Z Ground Zero 1423298 Organise 5328742 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|S-amer africa default banner.jpg}} '''Southern Benin''' is the lowland region of [[Benin]] near the Atlantic Ocean. ==Cities== {{mapframe}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Abomey]]|wikidata=Q189685}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Avrankou]]|wikidata=Q2375902}} *{{marker|type=city|name=Bohicon|wikidata=Q2356092}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Cotonou]]|wikidata=Q43595}} – the largest city in the country *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Ganvie]]|wikidata=Q1493703}} – a pretty lake village on stilts *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Grand-Popo]]|wikidata=Q1542478}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Kétou]]|wikidata=Q2474638}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Ouidah]]|wikidata=Q850031}} *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Porto-Novo]]|wikidata=Q3799}} – Benin's capital ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=Grand-Popo|wikidata=Q1542478}} — A quiet fishing and beach town ideal for unwinding, boat trips on the Mono River, and spotting local birdlife. *{{marker|name=Lokossa|wikidata=Q219058}} — a rural area near the border with Togo with a large coastal lake known for fishing communities and boat trips. ==Understand== Southern [[Benin]] is the coastal, lowland region of the Republic of Benin along the Gulf of Guinea. It contains the largest city and economic hub, Cotonou, the official capital, Porto-Novo, major historical sites like Ouidah and Abomey, and a tropical climate with two rainy seasons. The official language of Benin is French, with indigenous languages such as Fon, Bariba, Yoruba and Dendi also spoken. The largest religious group in Benin, as projected for 2020 by the Pew Research Centre in 2026 based on 2010 statistics, is Christianity (53%), followed by Islam (31%) and other faiths including African traditional religions (11%). Benin is a member of the United Nations, the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, the South Atlantic Peace and Cooperation Zone, Francophonie, the Community of Sahel–Saharan States, the African Petroleum Producers Association and the Niger Basin Authority. ==Climate== Hot and humid tropical conditions with two distinct rainy seasons (spanning from April/May to July, and again in October). ==Get in== * Cadjehoun Airport ({{IATA|COO}}) ==Get around== Buses and motorcycle taxis are common forms of transportation. Motorcycle taxis, locally known as zemidjans are particularly common in cities and towns. ==See== [[File:Bj Ganvie Houses.jpg|thumb|Houses on stilts in Ganvie.]] ==Do== * '''Route des Esclaves''' is a historic route in Ouidah associated with the Atlantic slave trade. * '''Fidjrossè''' is a popular beach area west of Cotonou. ==Eat== ==Drink== Local drinks include fresh fruit juices, ginger drinks and locally produced beverages. ==Stay safe== ==Go next== * [[Northern Benin]] * [[Togo]] * [[Nigeria]] * [[Burkina Faso]] {{outlineregion}} {{IsPartOf|Benin}} {{geo|7.08|2.21|zoom=9}} 1qwdp3b3ikhknyo963g45bf2lp7me1j 0 34583 5328463 5300918 2026-08-14T18:03:17Z MuzikMachine 2162786 Added warning - wildfire. 5328463 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Summerland banner ornamental gardens.jpg|caption=One of the gardens at Summerland's Ornamental Gardens}} {{warningbox|An out-of-control [[wildfire]] has reached Summerland on August 8, 2026. A mandatory evacuation is in effect. Do not attempt to visit the area. See the [https://www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca/event/district-of-summerland-evacuation-information/ EmergencyInfoBC] or [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/wildfire-status B.C. Wildfire Service] for more information. | lastedit=2026-08-14}} '''Summerland''' is in [[British Columbia]], [[Canada]]. It is a small community of 11,600 (2016) people in the [[Okanagan|Okanagan Valley]]. The architecture of the downtown area is done in Old English Tudor. ==Understand== [[Image:Summerland_uppertown.jpg|300px|thumb|View of uppertown from Giants Head Mountain]] Summerland began its life on the lake. At first, ''Summerland'' was nestled in the tiny strip of land between Okanagan Lake and the foreboding clay cliffs that covered the settlement in shadow by mid afternoon. The first recorded settler to this area was in 1887, and some of his family's descendants are still in the area. The area had electricity in 1905, telephones in 1907, and a newspaper the next year. Growth was fast. This area is commonly referred to as ''lower town''. With the arrival of the '''Kettle Valley Railway''' in 1915, ''West Summerland ''(the location of the present town centre) was born. When the alignment of Highway 97 was moved from lowertown up to the plateau in 1955 and the post office was moved to "West Summerland" in 1964 the 'West' was dropped and the entire area was then referred to as Summerland. Summerland has grown to include ''Trout Creek'', which arcs into Okanagan Lake south of town, ''Prairie Valley'', which leads west of town, and the huge agricultural benchland that sits behind Giants Head Mountain. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|49.600555555556|-119.67777777778|zoom=12}} ===By plane=== There is no airport in Summerland. Penticton airport ({{IATA|YYF}}) is {{km|18}} to the south. Kelowna airport ({{IATA|YLW}}) is 65 km to the north. ===By car=== Highway 97 is the only highway into town. It runs south from [[Kelowna]] and north from [[Penticton]]. [[Vancouver]] is 420 km (261 mi) to the west. [[Calgary]] is 689km (428mi) to the east. [[Seattle]] is 519km (322mi) to the southwest. ==Get around== The downtown core is easily walked in under 15 minutes from end to end. While Summerland has a modest population, the residential area is spread over a huge area with many steep hills to climb while you enjoy the breathtaking views this wonderful town has to offer. === By public transit === * {{go | name=BC Transit (South Okanagan-Similkameen Transit System) | alt= | url=https://www.bctransit.com/south-okanagan-similkameen/home | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1-844-442-2212 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=BC Transit | wikidata=Q4179186 | lastedit=2022-04-06 | content=Offers local bus service in [[Penticton]]. Also offers Monday to Saturday service on separate routes Naramata and Summerland. }} ** Bus route 30 operates between Summerland and Penticton (25 min, $3) from Monday to Saturday. ** Bus route 70 operates between Penticton and [[Kelowna]] with stops in Summerland, [[Peachland]], and [[West Kelowna]]. Route operates from Monday to Friday. Travel time from Kelowna is about 45 minutes and from downtown Penticton is about 20 minutes. === By taxi === * {{Listing|name=Summerland Taxi|phone=+1-250-494-6651|lastedit=2022-04-08}} ==See== [[Image:Trout_creek_trestle.jpg|thumb|300px|View from below the trestle.]] * {{See|name=Trout Creek Canyon and Trestle|lat=49.56608|long=-119.65473|directions=Canyon View Road|lastedit=2023-03-18|content=This bridge was built in 1913 as part of the '''Kettle Valley Railway''', considered one of the greatest railway engineering feats of its time. The last train rolled over the bridge in 1985 and the tracks were removed ten years later. Today you are welcome to wander across and see if you can withstand vertigo when peering down 73 m (238 ft) to the rushing creek below. This trestle is the highest railway trestle in British Columbia, and the third highest in North America.}} * {{see | name=Gartrell Barn | alt= | url= | email= | address=3117 Gartrell Road | lat=49.57504 | long=-119.63866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content=It may be dilapidated today, but this barn which was built circa 1890 by one of Summerland's pioneer families is a tangible link to the past. Please be respectful of the many families that live in this area. }} * {{See|name=Giant's Head Mountain|url=https://visitsummerland.com/giantshead/|address=9296 Milne Rd|lat=49.59117|long=-119.67038|lastedit=2023-03-18|content=Is an extinct volcano in the center of town, has 360-degree views of Summerland to the north and west, Okanagan Lake to the east, and [[Penticton]] to the south. The entire mountain is designated as parkland, and there is a narrow windy road that leads to a parking area near the top. A ten minute climb will take you the rest of the way. There is also a time capsule at the top, to be opened in 2067 coinciding with Canada's bicentennial.}} * {{See|name=Summerland Ornamental Gardens|url=https://summerlandgardens.org|address=4200 Highway 97|lat=49.56508|long=-119.65233|phone=+1 250-494-6385|hours=8 AM-4 PM (winter), 8 AM - 6 PM (spring, fall), 8 AM - 8 PM (summer)|price=$5 suggested donation|lastedit=2023-03-18|content=Part of Agriculture Canada's fruit tree research facility created in 1916, the pristine gardens feature a picnic area on a vast lawn as well as annotated displays of the local flora. Also features stirring views of '''Trout Creek Canyon''' and the '''Trout Creek Trestle'''.}} * {{see | name=Summerland Museum | alt= | url=https://www.summerlandmuseum.org/ | email=info@summerlandmuseum.org | address=9251 Wharton St | lat=49.60050 | long=-119.67879 | directions= | phone =+1 250 494-9395 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content=Visit displays and collections that provide insight into this area's vast and interesting history and heritage. Contains town records and photographs dating from 1909. }} ==Do== * Spend the day at one of Summerland's six '''beaches''': ** {{Marker|type=do|name=Powell Beach|lat=49.57341|long=-119.62133}} in Trout Creek. ** {{Marker|type=do|name=Gordon Beggs Rotary Beach|lat=49.60512|long=-119.65176}} in lowertown. ** {{Marker|type=do|name=Kin Beach Park|lat=49.72818|long=-124.89687|url=https://bcparks.ca/kin-beach-park/}} in lowertown. ** {{Marker|type=do|name=Peach Orchard Beach Park|lat=49.60906|long=-119.65258|url=https://www.summerland.ca/parks-recreation/parks-trails}} in lowertown. ** {{Marker|type=do|name=Sun-Oka Beach Park|lat=49.56391|long=-119.63124|url=https://bcparks.ca/sun-oka-beach-park/}} in Trout Creek. ** {{Marker|type=do|name=Crescent Beach|lat=49.61579|long=-119.65881}} in lowertown. * {{do | name=Bottleneck Drive | alt= | url=https://bottleneckdrive.com/ | email= | address=Around Summerland| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content=Step off the busy highway and enjoy this self-guided winery tour to go tasting various types of alcohol made in Summerland. As of 2023, there are 11 wineries, 4 cideries, one distillery, and one brewery. }} See also "Drink" section for some of the locations. * {{do | name=Kettle Valley Steam Railway | alt= | url=https://www.kettlevalleyrail.org/ | email= | address=18404 Bathville Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree=+1-877-494-8424 | wikidata=Q6395536 | hours= | price=Adults $29, seniors (65+) $27, teens $24, children (3-12) $19 | lastedit=2022-08-07 | content=A 90-min, 16-km round-trip on the only remaining part of the historic Kettle Valley Railway. Disembark and enjoy the view from the '''Trout Creek Trestle''', 73 m (238 ft) above the creek. It operates May-October, December, Mothers Day, and Easter. Reservations required. }} ==Buy== * {{Buy|name=Summerland Sweets|url=https://summerlandsweets.com/|address=6206 Canyon View Rd|lat=49.56856|long=-119.65802|phone=+1 250-494-0377|tollfree=+1-800-577-1277|lastedit=2023-03-18|content=Homemade preserves, fruit leather, and ice cream.}} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Cellar Door Bistro | alt= | url=https://sumacridge.com/ | email= | address=17403 Hwy 97 N | lat=49.61965 | long=-119.68057 | directions=part of Sumac Ridge Estate Winery | phone=+1 250-494-0451 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} * {{eat | name=Zias Stonehouse Pub | alt= | url=https://ziasstonehouse.com/ | email= | address=14015 Rosedale Ave | lat=49.60547 | long=-119.67721 | directions= | phone =+1 250 494-1105 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content=Upscale dining in an old converted stone house. }} * {{eat | name=Second Home Cafe & Grill | alt= | url=https://www.secondhome-cafeandgrill.com/ | email= | address=13229 Henry Ave | lat=49.60291 | long=-119.68186 | directions= | phone =+1 250-494-7811 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content=Locally owned and operated. Standard fare. Good prices. }} * {{Eat|name=Yaki's Pizza and Subs|url=https://yakispizza.com/|address=9902 Main St|lat=49.60151|long=-119.68109|phone=+1 250-494-7600|lastedit=2023-03-18|content=Try the tank sub. If you can eat it all in one sitting you probably need to go on a diet.}} ==Drink== * {{Drink|name=Peacock's Perch Pub|url=https://www.peacocksperchpub.com/|address=14218 Rosedale Ave|lat=49.60646|long=-119.67782|phone=+1 250-494-9727|lastedit=2023-03-18|content=The only pub in uppertown. Pub menu. Friendly staff. Pool table, darts. Pub-style menu.}} *{{Drink|name=Shaughnessy's Cove|address=12817 Lakeshore Dr N|lat=49.60088|long=-119.65269|directions=set on Lake Okanagan|phone=+1 250-494-8855|lastedit=2023-03-18|content=It offers a fantastic view and good food.}} For nightclubs, you will have to go fifteen minutes south to [[Penticton]]. === Wineries === Wine from one of the many local '''wineries'''. New wineries pop up all the time. And old ones change hands or names. Note, winery store hours vary seasonally. * {{drink | name=8th Generation Vineyard | alt= | url=https://8thgeneration.com/ | email=info@8thgeneration.com | address=6807 Highway 97 | lat=49.57873 | long=-119.63557 | directions= | phone=+1 250-494-1783 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} * {{drink | name=Dirty Laundry Vineyard | alt= | url=https://www.dirtylaundry.ca/ | email=TheMadam@dirtylaundry.ca | address=7311 Fiske Street | lat=49.56626 | long=-119.66427 | directions= | phone =+1 250-494-8815 | tollfree= | fax=+1 250 494-8850 | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content=Vineyard with excellent views of the steam railway. Ask the staff about the story of the establishment. Their slogan is "Wine is Fun". Formerly Scherzinger Vineyards. }} * {{drink | name=Heaven's Gate Estate Winery | alt= | url=https://heavensgatewinery.com/ | email= | address=8001 Happy Valley Rd | lat=49.58095 | long=-119.65212 | directions= | phone =+1 778-516-5505 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} * {{drink | name=Sumac Ridge Estate Winery | alt= | url=https://sumacridge.com/ | email= | address=17403 Highway 97 | lat=49.61969 | long=-119.68050 | directions= | phone =+1 250-494-0451 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content=The first estate winery in BC has been in business since 1981. }} * {{drink | name=Thornhaven Estate Winery | alt= | url=https://www.thornhaven.com/ | email= | address=6816 Andrews Avenue | lat=49.57610 | long=-119.66626 | directions= | phone =+1 250-494-7778 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} ==Sleep== ===Bed and breakfast=== * {{sleep | name=Catbird Ridge | alt= | url=https://catbirdridge.com/ | email=catbirdridgeinfo@gmail.com | address=17404 Logie Rd | lat=49.61907 | long=-119.67025 | directions= | phone=+1 250 494-6845 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Wildhorse Mountain Ranch | alt= | url=https://wildhorsemountainranch.com/ | email= | address=25808 Wild Horse Road | lat=49.65534 | long=-119.71999 | directions= | phone =+1 250 494-0506 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} ===Hotels and motels=== * {{sleep | name=Rosedale Motel | alt= | url=https://www.rosedalemotel.com/ | email= | address=14001 Rosedale Ave | lat=49.60491 | long=-119.67710 | directions= | phone =+1 250-494-6431 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Pleasant View Motel & RV Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=13608 Highway 97 | lat=49.60398 | long=-119.66633 | directions= | phone =+1 250 494-7406 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Summerland Waterfront Resort | alt= | url=https://summerlandresorthotel.com/ | email= | address=13011 Lakeshore Dr | lat=49.60126 | long=-119.65324 | directions= | phone =+1 250-494-8180 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} * {{sleep | name=Summerland Motel | alt= | url=https://www.summerlandmotel.com/ | email= | address=2107 Tait St | lat=49.57381 | long=-119.63176 | directions= | phone=+1 250-494-4444 | tollfree= | fax= | price= | checkin= | checkout= |lastedit=2023-03-18| content= }} * == Cope == * The nearest hospital is in [[Penticton]]. ==Go next== {{routebox | placename=Summerland | image1=BC-97.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Kelowna]] | minorl1=[[Peachland]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Osoyoos]] | minorr1='''[[Penticton]]''' }} {{IsPartOf|Okanagan}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|49.6005556|-119.677778}} h63ttcnn5ojg47d999b0a46qmvy7r59 0 35189 5328325 5323805 2026-08-14T14:17:47Z JIP 72610 /* Mid-range */ Added listing for Amarillo 5328325 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Tallinn EE banner.jpg|dotm=yes|unesco=yes|caption=Old Town seen from Pirita tee}} '''Tallinn''' is [[Estonia]]'s capital and largest city. Tallinn is an important port of the Baltic Sea, with the busy passenger section of the port reaching the foothill of the picturesque medieval Old Town, which has been astonishingly well preserved and is a {{UNESCO}} since 1997. ==Understand== On the shore of the Gulf of Finland, it is a city of over 450,000 inhabitants (2023). It is home to a third of the country's population, and is also the capital of Harju County in [[North Estonia|Northern Estonia]]. In a striking contrast to its Old Town, its immediate outskirts are filled with a cluster of modern office towers, with intermittent architectural monuments to the [[Soviet Union|Soviet era]]. Further out, you will find a bewildering variety of historic and modern neighbourhoods, religious, civic, industrial and maritime heritage. This all provides for the city seeing very sizeable tourist traffic given its size, which in turn means the infrastructure is robust and extensive. === History === [[File:Tallinn Vaade linnale 1816.jpg|thumbnail|right|Tallinn skyline in a painting from 1816]] Tallinn is a historic city dating back to medieval times. The first fortress on Toompea was built around 1050 and Tallinn was possibly first recorded on a world map in 1154. In 1219, the city was conquered by Valdemar II of Denmark and it became a member of the [[Hanseatic League]] in 1285. The city, known as '''Reval''' at the time, prospered as a trading town in the 14th century, and much of Tallinn's historic centre was built at this time. Tallinn then became a pawn in the geopolitical games of its big neighbours, passing into [[Swedish Empire|Swedish hands]] in 1561 and then to the [[Russian Empire]] under Peter the Great in 1710. By [[World War I]] and the ensuing brief Estonian independence (starting 1918) Tallinn's population had reached 150,000. Estonia was occupied by the [[Soviet Union]] in 1940, conquered by Nazi Germany (1941–44), and then retaken by the Soviets. In [[World War II in Europe|World War II]], the city was quite extensively bombed by the Soviets, although luckily the medieval town survived. The Soviet Union undertook a program of massive East Slavic migration, and just over 40% of Tallinn's current inhabitants are Slavic (compared to an average of 28% for the entire country). On 20 August 1991, Estonia declared independence and Tallinn became its capital once again. === Present day === [[File:Ayuntamiento, vistas panorámicas desde Toompea, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 21.JPG|thumbnail|right|View from the Old Town towards the modern skyline of Tallinn]] Today Tallinn is a bustling, gleaming city. However, among the tall glassy buildings and corporate headquarters, Tallinn retains an inner charm seldom found elsewhere. Estonia considers itself a Northern European/Nordic country, with very close ethnic, linguistic and cultural ties to [[Finland]] and cultural ties to Scandinavia, and visiting Tallinn you will find a mix of at least three architectures in this very visual city—old Europe (the city walls with rustic buildings and charming living areas with well-preserved and colourful wooden houses of bourgeois taste of 1920s), Soviet brutalist (concrete apartment blocks), and modern Europe (including McDonald's next to the city walls!) Tourism is important for Tallinn and this is especially visible in the old town where almost every door leads into a souvenir shop, restaurant or bar. Unsurprisingly the majority of visitors are day trippers from Finland. The neighbours from across the bay usually know their way around without a map and have already seen the sights of Tallinn a couple of times. They come to enjoy low prices on practically all goods and services from restaurant meals to fuel and even plastic surgeries, not to forget as much alcohol as the customs regulations allow you to bring into Finland! * [https://visittallinn.ee/ Visit Tallinn] tourist information. === Districts === [[File:Tallinna linnaosad.png|thumbnail|right|The districts of Tallinn - tourists will probably spend most of their time in ''Kesklinn'' (the city centre), which includes the Old Town]] Tallinn is made up of 8 administrative districts (''linnaosa''), which are further divided into numerous quarters (''asum''). Most of the points of interest to tourists are located in the seaside districts. The districts of Tallinn are: * '''Kesklinn''' - literally meaning "city centre" and being just what the label says, this district includes the main part of the Port of Tallinn, the Old Town (''Vanalinn''), Tallinn's central business district with its skyscrapers and many other tourist attractions in the quarters surrounding them, including the ''Kadriorg'' park and palace and most of the coastline of Lake Ülemiste except for the part immediately adjacent to the airport * '''Haabersti''' - the westernmost district with the extensive coastline holds the Estonian Open Air Museum, the Tallinn Zoo and the Saku Suurhall Arena * '''Põhja-Tallinn''' - literally meaning "north Tallinn", extends north of the railway line and includes the industrial part of the Port of Tallinn, as well as many monuments to its military heritage, the Maritime Academy and the quarter of ''Kalamaja'' known for its wooden houses * '''Pirita''' - the least populous district of Tallinn stretches along the eastern part of its coast and includes both a popular beach and a forest. This is one of Estonia's most desirable places to live, in single-family houses, for the affluent, and home to some tourist attractions as well, including Tallinn's TV Tower or the Botanic Gardens * '''Lasnamäe''' - the most populous district of Tallinn holds over a quarter of its inhabitants in the large Communist-era blocks of flats, but apart from the airport it has little of interest to the tourists * '''Nõmme''' - formerly an independent town founded as a leisure/summer residence, Nõmme remains green and sparsely inhabited, with rich architectural heritage and many private villas. It ranks as one of the country's most affluent areas. * '''Kristiine''' and '''Mustamäe''' are residential districts southwest of the centre. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Tallinn |-5.5 |-0.7 |56.0 |-6.2 |-1.0 |40.0 |-3.7 |2.8 |37.0 |0.7 |9.5 |35.0 |5.2 |15.4 |37.0 |9.8 |19.2 |68.0 |13.1 |22.2 |82.0 |12.3 |21.0 |85.0 |8.4 |16.1 |58.0 |3.7 |9.5 |78.0 |-0.2 |4.1 |66.0 |-3.1 |1.2 |59.0 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Tallinn]] |description= }} At these latitudes winters are dark and cold and temperatures under −20°C (−5°F) are not unheard of from December to February. Thankfully, the sea moderates the winter temperatures a bit. Spring is the driest season and while there are often sub-zero temperatures at night until well into May, the snow usually disappears towards the end of March and the days are getting gradually warmer. Summer months are pleasant with day temperatures of 20–30°C (70–85°F) in July and August; however, if it's raining, temperatures are lower. The summer is the best time of the year to visit Tallinn. Although Tallinn doesn't experience the Midnight Sun, in midsummer it doesn't get really dark at night. Usually you will need your jacket again towards the latter half of September. The autumn is the "rainy season" and with both temperatures and the leaves falling, Tallinn doesn't look very attractive this time of the year. However the greyness is covered up by the snow that usually arrives in early December. Visiting Tallinn in December when the Old Town is beautifully covered in snow and Christmas decorations is not a bad idea. ===Tourist office=== * {{listing | name=Tourist Information Centre in Old Town | alt= | url=http://www.tourism.tallinn.ee/fpage/travelplanning/touristinformation | email=turismiinfo@tallinnlv.ee | address=Niguliste 2 / Kullassepa 4 | lat=59.43649 | long=24.74437 | directions= | phone=+372 645 7777 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Get in== [[File:Morning in Tallinn Harbor.jpg|thumb|right|Tallinn's port at night]] ===By boat=== {{see also|Baltic Sea ferries|Cruising the Baltic Sea|Boating on the Baltic Sea}} All ferries dock at '''Reisisadam''' port, to the north of the centre. Tallink uses {{Marker|type=go|lat=59.4434 | long=24.7673|name=Terminal D}} at the south-eastern side of the bay and Eckerö and Viking the {{Marker|type=go|lat=59.4447 | long=24.7619|name=Terminal A/B}} at the northwestern side. Walking between the two terminals takes about 5 minutes over a pedestrian bridge crossing the marina. At Terminal A/B you can grab a useful '''free city map''' just before exiting the terminal. From there, tram 2 operates to the city centre (A. Laikmaa stop) and the intercity bus station (Bussijaam) in one direction, and to the train and regional bus station (Balti jaam stop) in the other direction. Or, you can take a leisurely 15-min walk toward the Old Town that is easily visible from the terminals. View a [https://transport.tallinn.ee/#tram/map,tallinna-linn,tram,2/en map of route 2]. The walk from the port to the centre has improved a lot compared to the olden days as most of the developments along Sadama street have been completed, and the road crossings have been made more pedestrian-friendly. ==== From Helsinki ==== The most common [http://www.ts.ee ferry route] is from [[Helsinki]], [[Finland]] to Tallinn Port, which has upwards of 20 departures daily. Depending on the ferry, journey time is 1½–3½ hours. Prices average €16–30 one way, depending on operator, season (summer costs more), day of week (Fridays and Saturdays cost more) and time of day (to Tallinn in the morning and back in the evening is popular and hence more expensive). Particularly popular are '''day cruises''', which can go for as little as €19 return. All ferries also carry cars, from €25 one way. Bicycles can be taken for around €5 one way. Bikes on car ferries must go through vehicle check-in, which closes earlier than passenger check-in, so plan for extra time. [[File:Atlantica vs Classica.jpg|thumb|Cruise ships moored in Tallinn harbour]] The following companies operate ferries between Tallinn and Helsinki: * {{listing | name=Eckerö Line | alt= | url=http://www.eckeroline.fi/en/default.aspx | email=info.ee@eckeroline.ee | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+372 664 6000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-02-19 | content=Operates only one ship, the 2,000-passenger ''Finlandia'' (thrice daily, travel time 2½ hr). Often the cheapest fares. If you take the morning sailing to Tallinn and the evening sailing back you will have about eight hours in Tallinn. }} * {{listing | name=Tallink Silja | alt= | url=http://www.tallinksilja.com | email=booking@tallink.ee | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+372 640 9808 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-03-24 | content=Up to 6 departures daily on large Shuttles Star and Superstar (2 hr). They also operate the MS Baltic Queen (3½ hr), a 2,800-passenger cruise ship for easy overnight stays in Tallinn. Discounts are available to Eurail pass holders. As this company has more departures you will have more flexibility planning your day trip. }} * {{listing | name=Viking Line | alt= | url=http://www.vikingline.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Large ''Viking XPRS'' ferry (2½ hr). Departs Helsinki midday and late in the evening. The day departure from Helsinki is very late (11:30) so on a cruise, you will have less than four hours to spend in Tallinn (you need to be back on board half an hour before departure) before the ship sails back. On Sundays the ship leaves even earlier. If taking this boat you would better stay overnight in Tallinn if you want to do any serious sightseeing. }} Eckerö and Viking usually have the cheapest fares, as they are more geared towards day-trippers and the party crowd who tend to spend more in the bars, restaurants and shops on board. Tallink is more geared towards frequent travellers such as Estonians working in Finland. ====Other regular ferry routes==== * Tallink also offers a year-round daily overnight service from [[Stockholm]] taking 16 hr. ====Using your own boat==== [[File:Harbour in Tallinn (7950105978).jpg|thumbnail|right|Boats and yachts in the Tallinn Port marina]] You can sail with a yacht to the harbour for recreational vessels: * {{go | name=Old City Marina (Vanasadama Jahisadam) | alt= | url=https://www.ts.ee/en/old-city-marina/ | email= | address= | lat=59.4423 | long=24.7590 | directions= | phone=+372 631 8588 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Extremely sheltered guest harbor 10 minute walk from old city. Read instructions on https://www.ts.ee/en/old-city-marina/practical-information/ on how to enter harbor since you need to pass through heavily trafficed cruise ship harbor and request opening of a pedestrian bridge to reach the guest harbor. To do this correctly you need to be in contant with the guest harbor on either VHF or phone. Sauna included in harbor fee. }} * {{go | name=Noblessner marina (Noblessneri sadam) | alt= | url=https://noblessner.ee/en/noblessner-marina/ | email=port@noblessner.ee | address=Tööstuse 48 | lat=59.4523 | long=24.7289 | directions= | phone=+372 5688 8825 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The water area of ​​the port is safely protected from the waves by two breakwaters. }} ===By plane=== [[File:Aeropuerto Internacional de Tallinn, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 04.JPG|thumbnail|right|Tallinn Airport is a relatively small one, serving around 2 million passengers annually]] * {{go | name=Tallinn Airport | alt={{IATA|TLL}}; also known as Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport or Ülemiste Airport | url=http://www.tallinn-airport.ee | email= | address= | lat=59.416389 | long=24.799167 | directions={{km|2}} south-east of the city centre on the eastern shore of Lake Ülemiste, in the district of Ülemiste | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tallinn Airport | image=Tallinn airport.jpg | wikidata=Q630524 | lastedit=2020-07-25 | content=International airport within the city limits. A small and pleasantly quiet airport, it has a good choice of cafés and ''free Wi-Fi'' throughout the terminal building. Car rental desks are located on the bottom floor next to the entrance. }} Despite serving a capital city, Lennart Meri Airport has few connections to major hubs across Europe; planning your travel to Tallinn may be tricky depending on your origin or next destination. The airport has no intercontinental flights, the longest flights being towards Turkey and the Mediterranean. Most flights to the airport are operated by the Latvian flag carrier Air Baltic, which has its second hub there. Further connections are offered by some carriers, mostly Star Alliance members, Finnair, and low-fare airlines like Ryanair, Wizz Air, EasyJet and Norwegian. It is thus much more interesting, and cheaper, to travel to Estonia via a major hub in northern and central Europe. '''Land transport''': * '''Taxis''' to the old town should cost €7–10. The Bolt app is more popular than Uber (it's Estonian after all!) * '''Tram #2''' and '''Tram #4''' link the airport with the city centre. * '''[https://transport.tallinn.ee/#bus/2/a-b/21102-1/map/en Bus #2]''' and [https://transport.tallinn.ee/#bus/15/a-b/21204-1/map/en '''Bus #15'''] depart roughly every 12–15 min to the centre. To get to the city, catch the bus travelling towards ''Balti Jaam'' or ''Estonia'', and not towards ''Mõigu'', which is a residential area on the outskirts of the city. The journey to Balti Jaam (the central railway station close to the old town) takes some 20 minutes. Tickets are €2 and you can use your contactless payment card (at the front-most ticket reader only), [https://tallinn.pilet.ee/buy purchase a ticket online] or buy a rechargeable ''Ühiskaart'' from the R-Kiosk located in the terminal building (see [[#Public Transport|Transport]]). Drivers do not sell tickets. You can also hop on one of the hourly [https://luxexpress.eu/en/ '''Lux Express'''] buses to [[Tartu]]. They stop in front of the terminal. Tickets are cheaper online in advance, but can be also bought from the driver or from the ticket machine installed on the ground floor of the terminal building. Buses to other Estonian destinations depart from the city bus station (see below) and do not stop at the airport. ===By train=== [[File:Balti jaam.JPG|thumb|''Balti Jaam'' at night]] Since Jan 2025, one train a day runs from [[Vilnius]] in Lithuania, leaving at 07:00 and reaching [[Riga]] in Latvia about 11:45, then Valga, Tartu and Tallinn around 17:30. The return westbound leaves Tallinn at 10:25 and Riga at 16:50 to reach Vilnius around 21:00. * {{go | name=Train station | alt=Balti jaam | url=https://baltijaam.ee/en/ | email= | address=Toompuiestee 37 | lat=59.440275 | long=24.736919 | directions=immediately west of the Old Town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Balti jaam | image=Baltia station.jpg | wikidata=Q805683 | lastedit=2022-09-25 | content=The hub of local Estonian trains operated by '''[http://www.elron.ee Elron]''' with trains from [[Tartu]], [[Viljandi]], [[Paldiski]], and a few other Estonian cities. }} ===By bus=== [[File:Tallinn Bus Station.JPG|thumbnail|right|The big neon sign makes the ''Bussijaam'' easy to find at night]] * {{go | name=Intercity Bus Station | alt=Bussijaam | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.4272 | long=24.7738 | directions=on Tartu mnt. halfway between the city centre and the airport | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-20 | content=You can easily walk here from the Old Town in 20 min, or use public transport (buses #2, 17, 23; trams #2, 4). }} Frequent buses operate between Tallinn and other cities in [[Estonia]]. Domestic bus schedules and prices can be found at [http://www.tpilet.ee/en Tpilet.ee] and [http://www.peatus.ee/#route_search/eng Peatus.ee] (a good trip planner as well). International buses run frequently between Tallinn and [[Riga]], [[Latvia]] (4½ hr) with continuing service to [[Vilnius]], [[Lithuania]] and the rest of Europe. A few buses also still (?) run between Tallinn and [[St. Petersburg]], [[Russia]] (€25–30, 8 hr). Free Wi-Fi is usually available on board. The following bus companies operate international bus service to Tallinn: * '''[http://www.ecolines.net/en Ecolines]''' * '''[http://www.luxexpress.eu/en Lux Express]''' * [https://www.flixbus.com/ '''FlixBus'''] ==Get around== {{Mapframe|59.43790|24.74512|zoom=14}} {{mapshapes|Q660474}} The Old Town is best navigated on foot, not that you have much choice. A network of buses, trams and trolleybuses covers the rest of the city. There is an abundance of relatively cheap taxis. Before you jump in a random taxi car make sure you check the price on the window of the car. In Tallinn there are more than 20 taxi companies and some can be a rip-off. [[Image:Tallinn tram.jpg|thumb|right|A tram passes by the Old Town]] ===By public transport=== [[File:Tallinn tram map December 2025.svg|thumb|[[File:Tram-Logo.svg|20px]] network (2025)]] '''[http://www.tallinnlt.ee/en/ TLT]''' operates frequent bus, trolley and tram services daily 06:00-23:59. [https://transport.tallinn.ee/#tallinna-linn/map/en Timetables] and [https://gis.tallinn.ee/veebikaart/?REQUEST=Main&page=page_4&task=3 maps] are available in English. It is possible to use a contactless payment card (Mastercard, Maestro, Visa and Visa Electron) to buy a one-hour (60 min) ticket for €2. As you board a public transport vehicle, you will be required to validate your trip every time by swiping the payment card at the rectangular orange validators in the front of the vehicle. If you see a green light, your trip has been validated. The system tracks your daily usage and automatically bills your bank account for the cheapest ticket you are entitled to for the day, meaning the maximum you will pay in a single day for an unlimited amount of trips is the price of a one-day ticket (€5.50). '''Rechargeable "green card"''' (Ühiskaart), which is a brand new, cash-free, and smart way of payment. Use your card to ''touch a bright orange box'' every time you enter the bus: a single 1-hour ticket (€2, transfer allowed) will be charged automatically and on each day individual tickets will total until the price of the day ticket (€5.50) is reached (as of August 2026). Alternatively, the card can be charged for unlimited travel for 3 days, 5 days, or one month. Get this card from one of the abundant R-kiosks for €2, a refundable deposit which is only refundable in limited locations. Refund is available at the R-Kiosk of the Tallinn Airport, Old City Harbour Terminal A and D, Balti jaam and the service desk of bus station ([https://www.tallinn.ee/eng/pilet/Ticket-information-for-tourists details]). You can charge the card immediately or [http://www.pilet.ee do it later on-line] (major credit cards accepted). If you have internet access, you can purchase a single ride for €2 or day ticket for €5.50 online by debit/credit cards (multiple rides/passengers can be purchased at the same time) using [https://tallinn.pilet.ee/buy Pilet.ee] website or mobile app. After payment, you will receive a QR code which can be scanned at the bright orange box only on the front door of the bus/tram as proof of payment. You can also load [http://www.pilet.ee pilet.ee] mobile app to buy tickets. The [http://www.tourism.tallinn.ee/fpage/tallinncard Tallinn Card] includes unlimited use of public transport. Bus, trams, and trolleybuses form an extensive network with the major bus hub at ''Estonia''. Some lines also terminate at the nearby underground bus hub underneath ''Viru Keskus''. Vehicles are coloured according to their type. City buses are green, trams are mostly red/white, and trolleybuses are blue. Except for some 'retro' trams, the entire fleet of city transport is low-floor and accessible. Due to fleet and contact network renewal, the trolleybuses are temporarily out of service until 2026, and replaced by regular buses with an 8 in front if the line number (e.g. trolleybus route 1 is now bus route 81). [https://www.ytkpohja.ee/about-us Põhja-Eesti Public Transport Centre]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} is a local authority which organizes public transport in Harju County, the province surrounding Tallinn. Public transport is cheaper in and around Tallinn than overland prices of the same distance. This is due to the zone structure of Tallinn. Thus, many sights even an hour away from Tallinn (e.g. [[North Estonia#See|Jägala Falls]]) are highly affordable, as long as they are within the zones. Information about [https://www.ytkpohja.ee/piletitsoonid zone boundaries]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} and [https://www.ytkpohja.ee/piletite-hinnad ticket prices]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} are available. ===By taxi=== [[File:Taxis in Talliin old town.JPG|thumbnail|Taxis in Tallinn come in all sorts and sizes, and have no particular colour or unifying features apart from the taxi sign on the roof and the stickers on the doors]] Tallinn has many different taxi companies and independent taxis. There is no standardised base price or price per km. Some tourist scam taxis have absurdly high prices, and as long as those prices are displayed on the sticker in the window and on the dashboard, they are completely legal. The locals never take those taxis: their sole ''modus operandi'' is to prey on innocent tourists. Do as the locals do, and order a taxi by phone. Do not accept offers from taxi drivers waiting at the harbour or train station. Do not accept offers from taxi drivers who approach you at the airport. The same goes for any taxi that looks shabby or does not carry the logo of one of the reputable companies. Also be wary of taxis that look overly luxurious: large Mercedes, TV-screens inside, usually only a very small and vague logo on the door. If you're obviously drunk and are taking one of those questionable taxis from the harbour, you might be driven to some bar or strip club the taxi driver is collaborating with. Usually you will proceed to have a few drinks there without asking for the price and will then be presented with a [[Common scams#Clip joint|huge bill]]. Taxis hanging out in front of nightclubs often have the highest prices. '''Ride-hailing''' services (Bolt, Uber, Yandex.Taxi) are very common in Tallinn, see [[Estonia#By taxi]]. Some reputable local taxi companies are (rates as of July 2020): * '''[https://www.tallinktakso.ee/takso24 Takso24]{{Dead link|date=December 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; A taxi company owned by Tallink, which practically offers all the same amenities as Tallink Takso, but the price is clearly cheaper (during the day €0.60/km and at night €0.75/km + €2.95 ride start fee) * '''[http://www.sobratakso.ee Sõbratakso]{{Dead link|date=July 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; "Economy" taxis with a mixed car fleet, somewhat cheaper than the competition (price per kilometer €0.49/km + €2.29 as the starting fee for the ride). Unlike many other economy taxis, the cars are clean and the drivers competent. * '''[http://www.tulika.ee Tulika Takso]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; By no means from the cheapest end (during the day €0.79/km and at night €0.89/km + €3.85 ride start fee), but the availability is good and the cars are clean. Usually white Toyota Avensis. * '''[http://www.tallinktakso.ee Tallink Takso]''' &ndash; Certainly one of the most expensive taxi companies in Tallinn (during the day €0.99/km and at night €1.10/km + €3.95 ride start fee), but the cars are clean and their availability is also good. Yellow Mercedes B-class, Audi A6, Skoda Superb or Hyundai I30 Wagon (not to confuse with Tallinn Taxi, who also have their cars painted yellow). Other taxi companies (rates as of July 2020): * '''[http://www.amigotakso.ee Amigo Takso]''' &ndash; daytime €2 + €0.40/km, nights €2 + €0.40/km * '''[http://www.kroonitakso.ee/ Krooni Takso]''' &ndash; daytime €2.50 + €0.50/km, nights €2.50 + €0.55/km * '''[http://www.marabu.ee Marabu]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; daytime €2.50 + €0.50/km, nights €2.50 + €0.50/km * '''[http://www.qtakso.ee/ Q-Takso]''' &ndash; daytime €2 + €0.50/km, nights €2 + €0.50/km * '''[http://www.reval-takso.ee/ Reval Takso]{{Dead link|date=April 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; daytime €2.29 + €0.49/km, nights €2.29 + €0.49/km * '''[http://www.takso.ee/ E.T.X. Takso]''' &ndash; daytime €2.90 + €0.55/km, nights €2.90 + €0.70/km * '''[http://www.valktakso.ee/ Välk Takso]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; daytime €3.20 + €0.60/km, nights €3.20 + €0.70/km ===By car=== [[File:New and old trolley bus in Tallinn.jpg|thumb|Traffic in Tallinn]] The road rules and driving style in Tallinn can be confusing to tourists. The one and two way roads change frequently and some signposts are not descriptive. Another peculiarity to be found are roads with three lanes where you need to be a local to know if the lane in the middle is meant for traffic going in your direction or in the opposite direction. Traffic jams in Tallinn clear very quickly, however. The speed limit in Tallinn is 50 km/h, except some major streets such as Laagna tee, Pärnu mnt., Paldiski mnt., Peterburi tee etc., which have a speed limit of 70 km/h. ====Car rental==== In addition to traditional car hire, there are also the app-based [https://www.citybee.ee/en CityBee]{{cbignore}} and [https://bolt.eu/en/drive/ Bolt Drive], the cars of which can be picked up and dropped off in some public car parks. For these latter, you need a driving licence that the company can verify automatically on the net. ====Parking==== There is an abundance of parking, but you have to pay for it, although, in some cases, you can park free of charge for 15 minutes. To find a cheaper parking area, Parkopaedia mobile app generally helps, with up-to-date prices mapped for most central parking locations; it won't tell the current availability, though. Typical cost within walking distance from the centre is about €1.50 per hour, €5 for 24 hr. The locations of ticket machines, and other methods for paying for parking, aren't always obvious. The ticket machines are the easiest way of paying for your parking. With the ticket machine, just pay the price for the time you wish to park, push the green button, take the ticket and put it inside the windscreen where the parking attendant can see it. Prepare coins in advance, as credit cards and paper money are only accepted by parking machines in large indoor parkings, while places for breaking money can be difficult to find nearby. Mobile phone payment is popular with locals, but requires a local mobile contract. For tourists the mobile app "PARGI.EE" can be used to find prices and pay for parking either for street parking or for some of the most popular parking garages. For a rental car, a few helpful tips to avoid being fined are: # Each rental car should come with a '''plastic mock clock''' on the dashboard that should be clearly visible from the outside of the car. This clock is used to indicate when you first park at a location. For example if you park at 05:30, your plastic clock should be set to show 05:30. You can then park for free until 05:45. # Find a bright-orange vested parking inspector in order to determine what type of parking ticket you need. To ask for a parking ticket, say ''Palun, üks parkimispilet''. # Scratch the correct date and length of time you'll be parking. In kiosks and some grocery stores you can buy parking tickets that look like lottery tickets. The ticket is split into sections and they are written in both Estonian and English. Scratch off the date of usage. Then scratch off the time you wish the ticket to ''start''. Make sure it is clearly visible next to the clock on the dashboard. '''Signs prohibiting parking''' are not always well visible, one example is the area between the Terminal D in the port and the Norde Centrum shopping centre. Look out for signs with the word ''Eramaa'' – this is Estonian for "private" and means that parking is either prohibited or available for a fee. ===By bicycle=== [[File:Rocca al Mare life at night, Estonia.jpg|thumbnail|right|A bicycle trail between Stroomi beach and Rocca al Mare]] There are more than 180&nbsp;km of bicycle roads in Tallinn. The Eurovelo international route goes from west to east, giving you a good chance to ride comfortably through the city. Many bicycle roads are in green parts of the city and are meant more for recreation, although suitable for commuting. You can ride on every road, and use the sidewalk, though you must heed the pedestrians. Many hostels have bike rentals for their guests. * {{listing | type=around | name=City Bike | alt= | url=http://www.citybike.ee/ | email=mail@citybike.ee | address=Vene 33 | lat=59.4394588 | long=24.7485991 | directions=500&nbsp;m from Viru Street, McDonald's corner | phone=+372 511 1819 | tollfree= | hours=Oct-Apr 10:00-18:00, May-Sep 10:00-19:00 | price=€10-13 / 24 hr | content=Over 140 bicycles and lot of extra gear. Real cyclist centre with experienced staff, opened in 2003. Tours, good recommendations for day-routes in Tallinn and self-guided tours in all over Estonia. }} ===On foot=== The Old Town of Tallinn is very comfortably covered on foot, unless you have mobility issues. Audio guides in several languages are available for small charge at the tourist centres. ==See== [[File:Vistas panorámicas desde la iglesia de San Olaf, Tallinn, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 21-22 PAN.JPG|thumb|Toompea hill seen from the tower of St. Olof's church]] The [[Tenet tour]] is a showcase of sets of the 2020 film ''Tenet''. The [[Tallinn history tour]] is a walk through the city's long history. ===Kesklinn (city centre)=== ==== Toompea Hill ==== According to myth, the hill was built on top of the grave of legendary Estonian king Kalev, but more historically, its solid limestone and the site of the Danish castle that founded the city in 1219. Toompea was the home of the Danish and later Baltic German aristocracy and relations between the toffs and the plebs were often inflamed, which is why it's surrounded by thick walls and there's a gate tower (1380) guarding the entrance. Check out the '''viewpoints''', some of which give great views over the city. There's also a cluster of '''amber''' (''merevaik'') shops around here (no Estonian origin but popular among cruise tourists). [[File:Toompea loss 2014.jpg|thumbnail|right|Toompea Castle in winter]] [[File:Catedral de Alejandro Nevsky, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-11, DD 46.JPG|thumbnail|right|Alexander Nevsky Cathedral]] * {{see | name=Toompea Castle | alt=Parliament of Estonia | url=http://www.riigikogu.ee/?lang=en | email=ekskursioon@riigikogu.ee | address=Lossi plats 1A | lat=59.43561 | long=24.73743 | directions= | phone=+372 6316357 | tollfree= | hours=10:00–16:00 | price= | wikidata=Q859010 |lastedit=2021-08-14 | content=Seat of Estonian Parliament (''Riigikogu''). The castle complex consists of several parts: the western wall and the towers of Tall Hermann, Pilsticker and Landskrone built by the Danes between 13th and 15th centuries; the classic style building of the government of the Estonian Governorate built 1767–1773 by the Russians, and the building of the Riigikogu from the 1920s. It's believed that already in the middle of the 11th century there was an ancient Estonian wooden fortress on the location. }} * {{see | name=Alexander Nevsky Cathedral | alt= | url=https://nevskysobor.ee/ | email=nevsky@hot.ee | address=Lossi plats 10 | lat=59.43572 | long=24.73931 | directions= | phone=+372 644 3484 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A classic onion-domed Russian Orthodox church, built 1894–1900, during the Russification period when Estonia was part of the Russian Empire. In 1928, when Estonia was independent, it was argued that the church is a symbol of oppression and architecturally non-suitable, therefore should be demolished. But it survived also the Soviet times, and now is used by the Estonian Orthodox Church of Moscow Patriarchate. }} * {{see | name=St. Mary's Cathedral | alt=Tallinna toomkirik | url=http://toomkirik.ee | email=tallinna.toom@eelk.ee | address=Toom-Kooli 6 | lat=59.43697 | long=24.73911 | directions= | phone=+372 644 4140 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The oldest church in Tallinn, built as a Catholic church in 1229, but renovated and expanded many times since then. It became a Lutheran church in 1561. }} * {{see | name=Stenbock House | alt=Stenbocki Maja | url=https://riigikantselei.ee/en/stenbock-house | email= | address=Rahukohtu 3 | lat=59.43836 | long=24.74026 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Today, the Stenbock House is the seat of Estonia's government, but it was built as a courthouse in late 18th century, at the behest of the erstwhile Russian authorities. The Russian treasury eventually found itself unable to pay for the building, so the Count Stenbock, who erected the edifice, was left with it as his personal residence. The treasury was only able to buy it more than a century later, when it finally became the courthouse it was intended to be. }} * {{see | name=Estonian Knighthood House | alt=Eestimaa rüütelkonna hoone | url=http://www.artun.ee/ | email= | address=Kiriku plats 1 | lat=59.43711 | long=24.74014 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The green Renaissance revival building was erected in mid-19th century as the fourth consecutive home of the Estonian Kinghthood, a congregation of essentially German nobles who pratically controlled Estonia up to its independence in 1920s. Since 1920s, it played host to the Foreign Affairs Ministry, National Library, and the art collections on display at ''Kumu''. As of 2014, it is home of the Estonian Academy of Arts. The building is not open to the public as it is used for instruction and faculty work. }} ==== Vanalinn (Old Town) ==== The medieval Old Town (''Vanalinn'') of Tallinn was built in the 15–17th centuries, and is excellently preserved. It contains a large part of Tallinn's sights and is the only UNESCO world heritage site entirely in Estonia. As clichéd it may sound — you can't say you've been to Tallinn if you haven't visited the old town. This compact area is best explored on foot. [[File:Viru väravad 2.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Viru Gate]] [[File:Tallinna Raekoda 11-06-2013.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Town Hall]] [[File:Tallinna Niguliste kirik 22-03-2013.jpg|thumbnail|right|St. Nicholas Church]] [[File:Tallinn city wall.JPG|thumb|The city wall]] * {{see | name=Viru Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43656 | long=24.75028 | directions=Entrance to the Old Town via Viru Street | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This section of town is known as '''All-Linn''' or "Lower Town", as it's where the merchants and artisans of old Tallinn lived. Today, Viru is still Tallinn's trendiest shopping street and the entire All-Linn is the busiest (and most touristy) bit of Tallinn. }} * {{see | name=Town Hall Square | alt=Raekoja plats | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43738 | long=24.74553 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The square in the heart of the Old Town, just next to medieval Town Hall (''Raekoda''), ringed with cafes and restaurants. The square was used as a marketplace. }} * {{see | name=Town Hall | alt=Raekoda | url=http://raekoda.tallinn.ee/town-hall | email= | address=Raekoja plats 1 | lat=59.43699 | long=24.74532 | directions= | phone=+372 645 7900 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tallinn Town Hall, built at the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries, is the oldest town hall in the [[Nordic countries]] and [[Baltic states]]. Its heavy stone structure dominates the square. Nowadays it's used as a museum where smaller concerts are held. The weather vane on top of the spire is called Vana Toomas ("Old Thomas") and it has become a symbol of the city. }} * {{see | name=St. Olaf's church | alt=Oleviste kirik | url=http://www.oleviste.ee | email= | address=Lai 51 | lat=59.44136 | long=24.74786 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Tower €3 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content= Built in the 12th century. Today it is a Baptist church and probably the most visible landmark on the northern end of the Old Town. When Estonia was part of the Soviet Union the tower was used as a radio tower and a surveillance point. }} * {{see | name=St. Nicholas church | alt=Niguliste kirik | url=https://nigulistemuuseum.ekm.ee/en/st-nicholas-church/ | email= | address=Niguliste 3 | lat=59.43591 | long=24.74269 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-S<!-- is this Saturday or Sunday?--> 10:00-17:00 | price=adults €3.50, concessions €2 | content=St.Olaf's lookalike is at the other end of the Old Town. Heavily damaged in World War II and a fire in the 1980s, it is now an art museum and houses Bernt Notke's famous ''Danse Macabre'' from 1633. }} * {{see | name=Vabamu | alt=Museum of Occupations and Freedom | url=https://www.vabamu.ee/ | email=info@vabamu.ee | address=Toompea. 8 | lat=59.43254 | long=24.73943 | directions= | phone=+372 668 0250 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10:00-18:00 | price=Adult €15; concession €10; family €30 | lastedit=2025-09-02 | content=Educates and involves the people of Estonia and its visitors and encourages everyone to think about the recent past, to sense the fragility of freedom, and to stand for freedom and justice. }} * {{see | name=City Wall | url= | email= | address= |lat=59.43924 | long=24.74227 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€1.25 | content=A section of the City Wall can be climbed from the corner of Suur-Kloostri and Väike-Kloostri, with entry into three towers possible. Quite frankly, the views from up on Toompea are better, and the spiral staircases are steep and somewhat claustrophobic. }} * {{see | name=Estonian History Museum | alt=Great Guild | url=http://www.ajaloomuuseum.ee/en/ | email=post@ajaloomuuseum.ee | address=Pikk 17 | lat=59.43829 | long=24.74564 | directions= | phone=+372 6968 690 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10:00-18:00 (1 May - 30 Sep); Th-Tu 10:00-18:00 (1 Oct - 30 Apr) | price=€14; discounted €9 | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=The History Museum's main location is the medieval Great Guild Hall. Here, the permanent exhibition takes you through 11,000 years of Estonian history by means ranging from striking exhibits of artifacts to interactive "time capsules". Topics covered include a surprisingly wide range, from coinage and wine to the history of the Great Guild building itself. On top of that, there are always some temporary exhibitions which usually serve as a link with present-day Estonia and Tallinn. }} * {{see | name=Estonian Maritime Museum | alt=Fat Margaret | url=https://meremuuseum.ee/en/ | email=booking@meremuuseum.ee | address=Pikk 70 | lat=59.4425 | long=24.7496 | directions=Trams 1/2 and bus 3 to Linnhall | phone=+372 6 200 550 | tollfree= | hours=May–Sep: daily 09:00 – 18:00; Oct–Apr: Tu–Su 10:00 – 18:00 | price=€15, combined ticket with Seaplane Harbour - €30 | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=The Maritime Museum dates back to 1935 and is housed inside the largest of the Tallinn city wall towers, aptly named "Fat Margaret" (''Paks Margareta''). Visiting the museum allows one not only to see the potpourri of maritime-themed artifacts, but also the 16th-century cannon tower and experience the view from the cafe on its roof. While the museum is the original location of the ''Meremuuseum'', you absolutely cannot miss their second location in the Seaplane Harbour, where the ships and airplanes are stored (see below). Next to the museum, facing the sea, is the Broken Line (''Katkenud liin'') monument to the 1994 [[MS Estonia]] shipwreck. }} * {{see | name=KGB Prison cells museum | alt= | url=https://vabamu.ee/en/tickets-info/ | email= | address=Pikk 61 | lat=59.44056 | long=24.74761 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Ticket 10 €, concession 8 € | lastedit=2025-09-02 | content=Now the Interior Ministry and not generally open to the public, this is where the KGB detained and tortured suspected dissidents. A Soviet-era joke says that this was the tallest building in Estonia: even from the basement, you could see Siberia. Interrogations were indeed conducted in the basement and you can see even today how the windows were crudely bricked up with concrete to mute the sound. }} * {{see | name=City Train for kids | alt=Thomas the Train | url=https://www.visittallinn.ee/eng/visitor/see-do/sightseeing/pid-178573/city-train | email= | address=Kullassepa 5 | lat=54.897 | long=24.743 | directions= | phone=+372 5887 7742 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=adult €6, child €4 | content=Departs every 20 minutes; so takes the round trip. }} * {{see | name=Kiek in de Kök | wikidata=Q914562 | content=An artillery tower, which is today a museum. }} ====Outside the Old Town==== [[File:Rotermann Quarter in Tallinn (7954402850).jpg|thumbnail|right|Rottermann Quarter]] [[File:Linnahall (by Pudelek).JPG|thumb|right|Linnahall]] [[File:Plaza de la Libertad, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 01.JPG|thumb|right|Freedom Square]] * {{see | name=Freedom Square | alt= | url= | email= | address=Vabaduse väljak | lat=59.43371 | long=24.74407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Freedom Square is one of the main squares in Tallinn, featuring the simple and elegant St. John's Church from the 1860s and the contemporary Victory Column, erected in 2009 to commemorate the Estonian War of Independence of 1918-1920. The square looks especially spectacular at night, when the column is lit up. }} * {{see | name=Rottermann Quarter | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43877 | long=24.75595 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An industrial district between the city and the Tallinn Port. The buildings are from the 19th and 20th century, with motifs of Art Nouveau and Historicism. New and stylish apartment buildings with shopping centre have now been built there widely regarded as architectural masterpiece in Tallinn. }} * {{see | name=Tallinn Linnahall | alt= | url=http://www.linnahall.ee | email= | address=Mere pst. 20 | lat=59.446667 | long=24.752778 | directions=stop: Linnahall Bus 3 or #90K (Airport bus) to stop 7 and then a 5-min walk to the Linda line terminal past the Domina Inn Ilmarine hotel | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1810907 | lastedit=2025-06-29 | content=A fine example of Soviet Brutalist architecture designed by Raine Karp and Riina Altmäe and built for the 22nd Moscow Summer Olympic Games in 1980 for sailing events held in Tallinn. Scale the exterior of this crumbling monumental eulogy to mass culture and marvel at the fact that beneath its crumbling exterior lies a 5,000-seat amphitheatre (that last held a concert in 2008) and a 3,000-seat ice rink. It is closed to the public as negotiations regarding its redevelopment continue. It is maybe a last chance to see part of Tallinn's overlooked architectural heritage in its current form. }} * {{see | name=Estonian Firefighting Museum | alt= | url=http://www.tuletorjemuuseum.ee/en | email=muuseum@rescue.ee | address=Raua 2 | lat=59.43511 | long=24.76388 | directions= | phone=+372 53 028 404 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–Th 09:00 – 17:00, F 09:00 – 15:30 | price= | content= }} * {{see |name=Contemporary Art Museum of Estonia (EKKM)|alt=Eesti Kaasaegse Kunsti Muuseum|url=http://www.ekkm.ee/en/|email=info@ekkm.ee |address=Põhja pst. 35|lat=59.4450426|long=24.7512926|directions=coming from the old town, just walk towards Linnahall; the museum is located just after the small road that is behind Kulturikatel |phone=+372 53305449|tollfree=|fax= |hours=April to December: Tu–Su 12:00–19:00 (you may want to double-check online) |price=Free admission, donations very welcome |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=Already when entering, this place plays with what a museum should look like: you enter into a café. The exhibition rooms are diverse, as they make use of old industrial space. The shows are prepared by artists, hence the place builds a bridge between the upcoming and the established scene. }} * {{see | name=Peter the Great's Naval Fortress | alt=Peeter Suure merekindluse suurtükipatarei | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.58384 | long=24.74915 | directions=on the Aegna Island, 14 km north | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In the 18th century, the coastal protection batteries, part of the larger Peter the Great’s sea fortress system, were built in the island. }} ==== Kadriorg quarter ==== A beautiful and rich seaside resort district with mostly wooden buildings from the 18–20th centuries, and 20th-century Art Deco and Functionalist structures. It also includes the baroque pearl of Estonia, the Kadriorg Palace and Garden. [[File:Tallinn asv2022-04 img22 Kadriorg Palace.jpg|thumb|Kadriorg palace and park]] [[File:Le KUMU, musée dart estonien (Tallinn) (7637588430).jpg |thumbnail|right|The National Art Museum]] * {{see | name=Kadriorg Palace | alt= | url=https://kadriorumuuseum.ekm.ee/en/ | email= | address=Weizenbergi 37 | lat=59.4384 | long=24.791 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M Tu Th–Su 10:00–18:00, W 10:00–20:00 | price=€8 (for the palace) | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=An imperial Russian summer residence built by Italian architect Niccolo Michetti for Tsar Peter the Great in 1718. It is in a 90-ha (222-acre) park in the eastern part of the city. The Tsar, a classic and mysterious Russian soul, preferred to stay in a modest house nearby. This event signified the beginning of Tallinn's fame as a summer resort for noble and rich Russians for most of the 18th and 19th centuries. The palace houses some painting collections and other art. A portion of the complex is now occupied by the Office of the President and not available to the public. }} * {{see | name=National Art Museum KUMU | alt= | url=https://kumu.ekm.ee | email= | address=Weizenbergi 37/Valge 1 | lat=59.4362 | long=24.79614 | directions=stop: Kumu | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€14/28/9 adult/family/discount | content=Opened in 2006, this is the largest government-built building since the liberation and it is an almost 50,000 m² (538,196 ft²). The museum, whose architecture is by itself enough to justify the visit, houses a cyclopic house, partly cut out of limestone rock. Permanent exhibition is obviously focused on Estonian art in a wide interval of time. Quality of many pieces is very good and well worth a visit. Also very interesting is the (not too spontaneous) turn of interests of artists toward socialist themes during the USSR period. Exhibitions of modern art, mixed with net/social applications, are often surprising and amusing. Not to be missed or overlooked. }} * {{see | name=Song Festival Grounds | alt= | url=http://lauluvaljak.ee/en/ | email= | address= | lat=59.44438 | long=24.80794 | directions=stops: Oru, Lasnamägi, or Lauluväljak | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A huge Modernist structure where the All Estonian Song Festival, which is held every five years, features 34,000 singers and dancers in addition to a massive audience. The festival played an important role in Estonia getting free from the Soviet Union at its fall. }} === Pirita === Pirita includes forest parks, Botanic Gardens and Metsakalmistu (the last resting place of well-known Estonians). A few km east of the city centre along the seaside road. [[File:Tallinn TV Tower.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Botanical Gardens seen from the TV Tower]] * {{see | name=Tallinn TV Tower | alt= | url=http://www.teletorn.ee | email= | address=Kloostrimetsa 58a | lat=59.47127 | long=24.88738 | directions=stop: Motoklubi | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€18 |lastedit=2025-09-05| content=A 314&nbsp;m high, free-standing structure with an observation deck on the 21st floor which, with its 170 m, is the highest in Northern Europe. It offers spectacular views across Tallinn and, on a clear day, you can see Finland. }} * {{see | name=Tallinn Botanical Gardens | alt= | url=http://www.botaanikaaed.ee/en/ | email= | address= | lat=59.4688 | long=24.88073 | directions=Bus no: 34A or 38 stop: Kloostrimetsa | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Visitor center 10-19, outdoor gardens 09-20, greenhouses 11-19, territory closes every day at 21 | price=€7.50 online ticket, €4.50 concession | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=The Tallinn Botanic Garden is in the eastern outskirts of Tallinn, 10&nbsp;km from the city centre and 3&nbsp;km from the Pirita Sailing and Recreation Centre.It is a must see destination for nature and plant lovers. The "greenhouse" located near the ticket office houses variety of plants, flowers, trees, cactus family and lot more. Spring temperature is maintained always inside the greenhouse, even during winter season. The outdoor garden is vast and has varied flower collections. }} * {{see | name=Metsakalmistu Cemetery | url= | email= | address=Pirita | lat=59.47159 | long=24.87120 | directions=stop: Metsakalmistu, Bus no 34A or 38 | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tallinn's most famous cemetery, housing Estonia’s presidents Konstantin Päts and Lennart Meri, as well as chess player Paul Keres. If you're not there to see the graves of Estonian celebrities, it's a peaceful experience to just stroll among the trees. }} * {{see | name=Holy Birgitta Monastery | url=http://www.piritaklooster.ee/?lang=en | email= | address= | lat=59.4666 | long=24.8360 | directions=Pirita beach area, 5km from the city centre | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A monastery of Scandinavian female saints, as well as a landmark of 16th-century catacombs and ruins. It includes a guest house operated by the nuns. }} === Põhja-Tallinn === [[File:8179 elamu Niine 10.jpg|thumbnail|right|One of the wooden houses of Kalamaja]] [[File:Renoveeritud angaari sisevaade.jpg|thumbnail|right|Inside the Seaplane Harbour hangars]] * {{see | name=Kalamaja Quarter | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.44563 | long=24.73456 | directions=north west from Old Town | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The oldest suburb of Tallinn, dating back to the 14th century. It was probably inhabited by fishermen (''Kalamaja'' means "Fish house") and mostly houses workers. The current wooden buildings are from the 19th century. }} * {{see | name=Patarei (Battery) Prison |alt=| url=http://www.patarei.org/ | email= | address=Kalaranna 2 | lat=59.45012 | long=24.74182 | directions= | phone=+372 504 6536 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2019-08-28| content=Built by Tsar Nicholas I in 1820 as a fortress to protect the city from the sea-born attacks, it was turned into a notorious KGB prison in 1920. The prison ceased operations in 2004. }} * {{see | name=Seaplane Harbour | alt=Lennusadam | url=http://www.lennusadam.eu/en/ | email=info@lennusadam.eu | address=6 Vesilennuki | lat=59.4517 | long=24.7386 | directions=Bus 73 runs from the Old Town to just outside the museum every 15 minutes. | phone=+372 6 200 550 | tollfree= | hours=May-Sep: daily 10:00 to 19:00; Oct – Apr: Tu-Su 10:00 to 18:00 | price=€20, combined ticket with ''Fat Margaret'' €30 | lastedit=2025-08-17 | content=''Lennusadam'', literally "air port", was constructed in 1916 for the purpose of serving the seaplane fleet with a spectacular, three-domed concrete hangar. Today, it serves as an outpost of the Maritime museum, serving its large collection of complete ships, aeroplanes and maritime and military equipment too large to fit the ''Fat Margaret''. Inside the hangar, the highlight is the complete submarine Lembit, whose interior can be visited as well, a shipwreck from the 16th century and a collection of smaller boats and seaplanes. The crown of the collection moored outside in the harbour is the steam-powered icebreaker Suur Tõll. Throughout the museum, a number of state-of-the-art technologies and solutions are employed for a more engaging and enjoyable visit, and the museum has a wide range of activities and tours on offer. As the Seaplane Harbour is a bit out of the way, those getting peckish can enjoy a meal at the museum's restaurant Maru inside the hangars. }} === Haabersti === [[File:Eesti Vabaõhumuuseum 2315.jpg|thumbnail|right|At the Estonian Open Air Museum]] * {{see | name=Estonian Open Air Museum | alt= | url=http://www.evm.ee/ | email= | address=Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12 | lat=59.43181 | long=24.63653 | directions=stop: Rocca al Mare or bus 42 or 43 to stop: Zoo and then a 15 min walk. Start walking with a map on hand for directions; otherwise, you might find it difficult. | phone=+372 6549100 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00 - 19:00 | price=Winter (September 29 – April 22): Adult €12, Concession €10, Family €25, Evening (1600-) €6, Evening Family (1600-) €12. Summer (April 23 – September 28): Adult €16, Concession €10, Family €28, Evening (1800-) €8, Evening Family (1800-) €16 | wikidata=Q2038855 | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=This museum includes 72 buildings of Estonian vernacular architecture and village milieu of the Tsarist time of rule in a dark, dense forest. This museum provides a picture of the life and its hardship in the old times. The [http://www.leigarid.ee Folklore Society Leigarid] gives free dancing performances here at 11:00 each Saturday and Sunday. The museum organizes special events during Easter, which provide more insight on Estonian traditions and culture. Also they organize a big party on June 23rd at night, the day before Jaanipäev (Saint John day), there are big fires , music and dancing to celebrate the shortest night of the year. }} * {{see | name=Tallinn Zoo | alt= | url=http://www.tallinnzoo.ee/index.php?nlan=eng&index=on | email= | address=Paldiski mnt. 145 | lat=59.42153 | long=24.6607 | directions=Bus stop: Zoo, trolleybus 6 or 7 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Adult €15.30, concession €8.50, family €31.50 | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=This is an enormous area. Among its live exhibits, you'll find the world's best collections of mountain goats and sheep, which means there are a lot of them! Tallinn Zoo defies the realities of a relatively modest town -- it features all the elephants and crocodiles a visitor would expect to see in a larger zoo, as well as a breathtaking maze of lake-size ponds that host birds in summertime. It also has pets that children can cuddle in children’s petting zoo. }} Also, check out other sights within '''[[North Estonia]]''', which could allow for a '''day trip''' from Tallinn. ==Do== [[File:Guided tour in Tallinn.jpg|thumb|A guided tour in Tallinn during the Medieval Days.]] * {{do | name=Medieval Days | alt=Keskaja Päevad | url=https://medievaldays.ee/en/ | email=info@folkart.ee | address=Raekoja plats | lat=59.4373 | long=24.7447 | directions=in the Old Town | phone=+372 660 4772, +372 518 7812 (Estonian Folk Art and Handicraft Union), +372 5364 8854 (Costume rental) | tollfree= | fax= | hours=July | price= | content=Come and experience the medieval atmosphere of the historic Hanseatic City! You can find workshops and market with traders, participate in tours and witness exciting tournaments. }} * {{do |name=Kultuurikatel (''creative hub'') |alt=|url=https://kultuurikatel.ee/en/|email= |address=Põhja pst 27a|lat=59.4442144|long=24.7513618|directions= |phone=+372 56 2011 15|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price= |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=A former industrial site, it now Tallinn's main creative hub, site of many events (see website). }} * {{do | name=Energy Discovery Centre | alt=for youngsters | url=https://www.energiakeskus.ee/en/ | email=info@energiakeskus.ee | address=Põhja pst 29 | lat=59.44408 | long=24.75015 | directions= | phone=+372 620 9020 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 12:00–18:00, public holidays 12:00–17:00 | price= | lastedit =2020-07 | content= }} * {{do | name=PROTO Invention Factory | alt=PROTO Avastustehas | url=https://prototehas.ee/en/ | email= | address=Peetri 10 | lat=59.451845 | long=24.730352 | directions= | phone=+372 627 6661 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-08 | content=Indoor amusement park where amusements take place with the help of VR glasses. }} * {{do | name=Kalev Spa | alt= | url= | email= | address=Aia 18 | lat=59.440109 | long=24.751269 | directions= | phone=+372 649 3300 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-08 | content=One of the largest water parks in Northern Estonia. }} * {{do | name=Atlantis H2O Aquapark | url=https://aquapark.ee/en/ | email=info@aquapark.ee | address=Randvere tee 11, Viimsi | lat=59.5079313 | long=24.8275236 | directions=Buses 1A, 114, 174 | phone=+372 666 7045 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The water park has several fun water equipment: a wave pool, a flow pool and eight different slides, the longest of which is over 120 m. For toddlers, there is a separate area with two smaller slides, a climbing area and a 0.20-m-deep swimming pool. }} * {{do | name=Vembu-Tembumaa | alt= | url=http://www.vembu-tembumaa.ee/en | email=info@vembu-tembumaa.ee | address=Keskuse tee 2, Kurtna, Saku | lat=59.2279953 | long=24.7092682 | directions=Bus 219, 2 km walk from Kiisa railway station | phone=+372 671 9155 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€18 | content=The oldest and largest amusement park for the whole family. }} ===Beaches=== [[Image:EU-EE-Tallinn-Pirita-Merivälja.JPG|thumb|A beach on the Baltic Sea shore.]] A flag system that regulates swimming. A green flag means it is safe swim, a yellow flag means you can swim, but it isn't recommended and a red flag means swimming is not advised, go in at your own risk. *{{do | name=Pirita Beach | alt=Pirita rand | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.47194 | long=24.83050 | directions=take bus 1A, 8, 34A or 38. to stop "Pirita", or walk by the sea 5 km northeast of centre | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A large sandy beach which in summer is full of locals and tourists.}} * {{do | name=Stroomi Beach | alt=Stroomi rand, Pelgurand | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.44236 | long=24.68381 | directions=take bus 40 to stop "Supelranna" | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The water is clean and warm, and it is the gay friendliest beach of Tallinn. }} * {{do | name=Lake Harku | alt=Harku järv | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.41421 | long=24.63208 | directions=take trolley 6, 7 or bus 16, 36 to stop "Väike-Õismäe" | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Small lake that draws a lot of people. The lake gets dirtier by the year and swimming is not always recommended. Watch out for the vipers on the shore! }} * {{do | name=Kakumäe beach | url= | email= | address= |lat=59.45050 | long=24.57589 | directions=Bus 21 from Balti jaam (where the trains arrive), bus 21A from Väike-Õismäe. Stop Landi (21) or Sooranna tee (21A & 21B); from Landi stop keep walking (1 km) until Sooranna tee stop, there you'll find helpful signs | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The water is one of the purest in all of Tallinn beaches. }} * {{do | name=Pikakari Beach | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.47334 | long=24.72515 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The water quality is fairly good and it gets deep quite soon when you go in. The huge waves coming from the ships break on shore for the joy of all swimmers. The historical Katariina Pier is nice to walk on. }} ===Sports=== * '''Football:''' The men's national soccer team play at Lilleküla Stadium (sponsored as A. Le Coq Arena), capacity 14,300, 2 km south of city centre. City clubs playing soccer in Meistriliiga, the country's top tier, are [https://fcilevadia.ee/ Levadia], [https://fcflora.ee/ Flora], [http://www.jkkalju.ee/ Nõmme Kalju] and Nõmme United. Tallinna Kalev and FC Tallinn play in Esiliiga the second tier. The playing season is March-Nov. * {{do | name=Simpel Session | url=http://www.session.ee/ | email= | address= | lat=59.42596 | long=24.64731 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Summer/winter | price= | content=International skateboarding and BMX event. }} * {{do | name=Tallinn International Horseshow | url=http://www.tallinnhorseshow.ee/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring/Autumn | price= | content=Biggest international horse riding competition in Baltic states, includes showjumping and dressage. Takes place in Saku Suurhall. }} ===Film festivals=== * {{do | name=Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) | alt= | url=http://poff.ee/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival | wikidata=Q3046725 | content=The festival combines a feature film festival with the sub-festivals of animated films, student films and children/youth films. }} ===Music festivals=== [[Image:XXV laulupidu (3).jpg|thumb|right|Estonian Song and Dance Celebration in 2009]] [[File:Suurhall.jpg|thumb|Saku suurhall]] * {{do | name=The Estonian Song Celebration | alt=Laulupidu | url=http://laulupidu.ee | email= | address=Lauluväljak - Narva mnt 95, 10127 Tallinn | lat=59.44455 | long=24.80651 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=early July | price= | lastedit=2024-07-20 | content=First held in 1869, takes place every five years. In 2014, 35,000 choral singers gathered to perform for an audience of 90,000 people. It is [[UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage|recognised by UNESCO]] as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Tickets go on sale in January for three dance festival performances and two song festival concerts. }} * {{do | name=Tallinn Music Week | url=http://www.tallinnmusicweek.ee | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring | price= | content=Showcase festival, aiming to stage the best and most outstanding Estonian talent on two nights in Tallinn's most vibrant live venues, as well as a networking event for the music industry professionals. }} * {{do | name=Tallinn International Festival Jazzkaar | url=http://jazzkaar.ee/en/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=April | price= | content=In addition to Tallinn, jazz concerts also take place in Tartu and Pärnu. }} * {{do | name=Tallinn Old Town Days | url=http://www.vanalinnapaevad.ee | email= | address= | lat=59.43734 | long=24.74505 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=May/June | price= | content= }} * {{do | name=Birgitta Festival | url=https://www.filharmoonia.ee/en/birgitta | email= | address= | lat=59.4664 | long=24.8363 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=August | price= | content=Music and theatre festival, held at the ruins of the historical Pirita (St. Bridget's) convent. }} * {{do | name=Saku Suurhall | alt= | url=http://www.sakusuurhall.ee/ | email= | address= | lat=59.4261 | long=24.6474 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rocca al Mare. Estonia's largest concert and exhibition space, the venue for the 2002 Eurovision Song Contest. The hall and its facilities include an excellent shopping centre that can easily be reached by trolleybus 6. }} ==Learn== * {{listing | name=Tallinn University of Technology Summer School | url=http://www.ttu.ee/summerschool | email=Siyi.ma@ttu.ee | address=Ehitajate tee 5 | lat=59.3948 | long=24.6707 | directions= | phone=+372 620 2002 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=TUT offers every summer courses in English (TOEFL) and Nordic Culture }} * {{listing | name=Tallinn University Summer School | alt= | url=http://summerschool.tlu.ee/ | email=birgit.kirsimagi@tlu.ee | address=Narva mnt 25 | lat=59.4388 | long=24.7719 | directions= | phone=+372 6409218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tallinn University offers a summer school to learn the Estonian language. }} * {{listing | name=Estonian Academy of Arts | url=http://www.artun.ee/en/open-academy/about-oa/ | email=piret.frosch@artun.ee | address=Estonia pst 7 | lat=59.43456 | long=24.75251 | directions= | phone=+372 626 7301 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=17:00-20:40 | price=from €75 | content=Open Academy for everybody interested in arts. Wide range of courses and interactive creativity }} * {{listing | name=Baltic Film and Media School | url=http://www.tlu.ee/bfm/ | email=tatj@tlu.ee | address=Narva mnt 25 |lat=59.4394 | long=24.7719 | directions= | phone=+372 619 9909 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Runs a training program and several other activities in the film & media sphere and has a cooperation with Apple }} ==Work== English language teachers with TEFL certificates or equivalent are in demand. Especially during periods of Summer School and/or TOEFL test times, teachers have good opportunities. Jobs for non-Estonian speakers are less common in other fields, although several IT companies have English based job openings. Compared to Finland or other Scandic countries salaries are lower in Estonia. Estonia is part of the EU and Eurozone, so work permits are easy for EU citizens. All others will need to apply for work permits. Digital nomads may take advantage of the several coworking spaces, with new ones still popping up from time to time. Among the bigger ones are, for example, [http://springhub.org/ Spring Hub] and [https://lift99.co Lift99] (the latter being application-only and strongly connected to the local startup scene). The [https://nlib.ee/ national library]{{Dead link|date=June 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, which is a few hundred metres south of the city centre, offers plenty of space and good free internet connectivity during opening hours. ==Buy== [[File:Laikmaa tänav.jpg|thumb|Viru Keskus]] Tallinn may be cheap compared to other major European cities, but it is no longer the bargain deal it once was. Though not overtly touristy, it is much more expensive than the rest of the country. If you come here for an authentic Estonian and inexpensive experience, this is the wrong place. Prices can be comparable to Munich and Milan. ===Department stores & shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Viru Keskus | url=http://www.virukeskus.com/ | email= | address=Viru väljak 6 | lat=59.43695 | long=24.75664 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=09:00-21:00 | price= | content=In and around the landmark Viru hotel, it is very busy as the bus terminal is below this mall. It is still in walking distance from the port but serves tourists and locals as well. }} * {{buy | name=Foorum Keskus | url=http://www.foorumkeskus.ee/ | email= | address=Narva maantee 5 | lat=59.43775 | long=24.75846 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{buy | name=Kaubamaja | url=http://www.kaubamaja.ee/ | email= | address=Gonsiori 2 |lat=59.43486 | long=24.75670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Opened in 1960, this is the grand old department store of Tallinn. Unsurprisingly a lot has changed since the Soviet times. }} * {{buy | name=Melon Kaubanduskeskus | url= | email= | address=Estonia puiestee 1/3 | lat=59.43518 | long=24.75459 | directions= | phone=+372 630 6500 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} [[File:Stockman in downtown Tallinn.png|thumbnail|right|Stockmann]] * {{buy | name=Stockmann | url=http://www.stockmann.ee/ | email= | address=Liivalaia 53 | lat=59.43167 | long=24.76090 | directions= | phone=+372 633 9539 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Part of the Finnish department store chain, here since 1996. Close to the port and popular with Finnish tourists. }} * {{buy | name=Rocca al Mare kaubanduskeskus | alt= | url=https://www.roccaalmare.ee/en/ | email=info@roccaalmare.ee | address= | lat=59.42639 | long=24.65165 | directions=take bus 8/41/41B/42 from the center | phone=+372 6659 345 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10:00-21:00, Su 10:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-12-01 | content=A few kilometres west of the old town along Paldiski maantee. Consists of a Prisma hypermarket and tens of smaller, mostly fashion boutiques. Also restaurants. }} * {{buy | name=Ülemiste Keskus | alt= | url=http://www.ulemiste.ee/ | email= | address= | lat=59.42212 | long=24.79438 | directions=near the airport; take tram 4 or bus 2 to Ülemiste linnak | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{buy | name=Kristiine Keskus | url=https://www.kristiinekeskus.ee/en/ | email=info@kristiine.com | address=Endla tn 45 | lat=59.42697 | long=24.72060 | directions=Take trolleybus 3 or bus 21, 23 or 42 | phone=+372 665 9100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of Estonia's biggest malls with dozens of clothing and shoe outlets, nearly 20 cafés and restaurants, and countless other shops and services. }} * {{buy | name=Rotermanni Kvartal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43851 | long=24.75440 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | content=Rotermann's Quarter is a downtown shopping area with clothing and department stores and restaurants between Viru Keskus, Tallinn port and the Old Town. If you are walking from the harbor towards Viru Väljak the quarter is on your left hand side. One place to find bargain clothes is the Rotermann Kaubamaja situated right at Mere Puiestee. The Kaubamaja also has a combined cafe and restaurant on the third floor which seems to be surprisingly empty even as they have reasonable prices. }} ===Boutiques and souvenirs=== For boutiques and souvenirs, your best choice is '''Viru''' street in the Old Town and its side streets. There are many stalls selling traditional items like woolen pullovers, crystal and amber. Be prepared to [[bargain]] in order to get a reasonable price, however bargaining is only accepted at some places. Even though Baltic amber and Russian matryoshka dolls are widely available in souvenir boutiques, neither are related to Estonia or its culture and are sold in Estonian souvenir boutiques mainly because they sell well to tourists. * {{buy|name=Telliskivi &mdash; indie shops|alt=|url=https://telliskivi.cc/en/indie-shops/|email=info@telliskivi.cc|address=Telliskivi 60a|directions=use tram 1 or 2 towards Kopli and get off Teliskivi, pass by Depoo into Teliskivi street|lat=59.4397380|long=24.7285623|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|lastedit=2018-10-12|content=Former industrial, now creative/entrepreneurial district Telliskivi is home to many small boutiques selling nice goods ranging from arts, to clothes and interior. A book shop and a record shop are also welcoming you. You will find all shops on the website.}} * {{buy | name=Ivo Nikkolo | alt= | url=http://ivonikkolo.com | email= | address=Suur-Karja 14 | lat=59.43531 | long=24.74631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Fashion-interested people can visit the main store of Estonia's first Post-Soviet designer brand Ivo Nikkolo. }} * {{buy | name=Geek Shop Estonia | alt= | url=https://geekshopestonia.ee/ | email=info@geekshopestonia.ee | address=Narva mnt 19 | lat=59.453004 | long=24.87539 | directions= | phone=+372 555 31 000 | tollfree= | hours=M–Sa 11:00–20:00 | price= | content=Pop culture collectibles and gaming store, which sells toy figures, board games, clothes, accessories and other geek stuff. }} [[File:Tallinn Jouluturg.jpg|thumb|right|Christmas market in December 2010]] ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Jaama Turg | alt=Baltijaama turg | url= | email= | address=Kopli 1 | lat=59.44094 | long=24.73588 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A market place next to the train station. Overrated and overpriced, gourmet food at three times the price of regular market places. For tourist and rich locals. }} * {{buy | name=Keskturg | url= | email= | address=Keldrimäe 9 |lat=59.43024 | long=24.76653 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Market place 500&nbsp;m from the bus station. They sell food and clothes. }} * {{buy | name=Jõuluturg | alt= | url=http://www.christmasmarket.ee/eng/ | email= | address=Raekoja Plats | lat=59.43744 | long=24.74499 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The [[Christmas Market]] on the Town Hall square is open from late November to early January. They sell knitwear, various wooden objects for use and decoration, Christmas tree decorations, gingerbread and such. It's not all about shopping, the Christmas tree in the middle is worth taking a photo of and there's a stage when they sing carols. Of course you can occasionally run into Santa at the market. Don't forget to try a mug of hot glögg, sold at many stalls. }} * {{buy | name=Vana Turg | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mere Pst | lat=59.43754 | long=24.75303 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The name translates to "old market" and is located on a small square just outside the old town. Vana Turg is a place to buy clothes and decoration items often Estonian-made and sometimes sold by the makers themselves: knitted pullovers and caps, gloves, belts and slippers are examples of what you can find here. }} * {{buy | name=Sadamarket | alt= | url=http://sadamarket.ee | email= | address=Kai 5 | lat=59.4438 | long=24.7579| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2015-10-22 | content=Shopping daytrippers who arrive with Viking Line or Eckerö Line and can't be bothered to walk far from the terminal usually end up at this large indoor market. Three floors of clothing, bags, food and souvenirs plus some restaurants on the second floor. And of course also [[alcoholic beverages]] at a third of the Finnish prices. }} [[File:Sadama Turg in Tallinn.jpg|thumb|right|Sadama Turg is conveniently located near the ferry terminals.]] * {{buy | name=Sadama Turg | alt= | url=https://sadamaturg.aldar.ee/eng/ | email=info@sadamaturg.ee | address=Sadama 25-4 | lat=59.443435 | long=24.759972 | directions= | phone=+372 56650770 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-01-16 | content=Another market near the ferry terminals, selling quality Estonian handicraft, food, and alcoholic beverages at cheap prices. }} === Records === * {{buy | name=Biit Record | alt= | url=http://biit.me/ | email= | address=Viru 3 | lat=59.4369679 | long=24.7474855 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-F 13:00-19:00 | price= | content=A music shop covering all major media types, with somewhat of a focus on vinyl. They especially have great indie and electronics offerings, can at the same time help find great local music and also other common genres. Located in an upper floor, the store has a special atmosphere to it. Offering secondhand and a wide variety of new records. }} * {{buy | name=Rockroad Record | alt= | url=http://www.rockroad.ee/mainn.html | email= | address=Endla 38 | lat=59.428571 | long=24.724214 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mainly metal and rock/pop/blues also. Owner knows about Estonian and Russian rock music. Carries many Melodia label records. }} * {{buy | name=Raamatukoi Grammofon Records | alt= | url=http://raamatukoigrammofon.blogspot.com/ | email= | address=Voorimehe 9 | lat=59.428571 | long=24.724214 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Good selections. Classical, jazz, Estonian, pop-rock and so on. Furthermore, they sell postcards and stamps. }} * {{buy |name=World Clinic record shop|alt=|url=https://telliskivi.cc/en/shops/world-clinic/|email=worldclinicshop@gmail.com |address=Telliskivi 60a/3 1st floor|directions=located at the northern end of in the Telliskivi creative area (<10 minutes walk from the central train station)|lat=59.43993|long=24.72970 |phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price= |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=a small but very friendly and diverse record shop}} ==Eat== [[Image:RaekojaPlats Evening.JPG|thumb|Restaurants and cafés on Raekoja plats]] [[Image:tallinn mcdonalds.jpg|thumb|right|Old Europe meets New Globalisation]] [[File:Maiasmokk.jpg|thumb|right|Maiasmokk]] The Old Town is packed with restaurants claiming to offer authentic Estonian food, particularly on and around '''Raekoja plats'''. Prices at restaurants near the Raekoja Plats are generally more expensive, yet offer the same quality of food, as restaurants off this main square. Prices are steep by Estonian standards, but still much cheaper than neighbouring Helsinki, which explains why on weekends they're always packed with day tripping Finns. ===Budget=== ====In the Old Town==== * {{eat | name=Maiasmokk | alt= | url=https://kalev.eu/ | email=maiasmokk@kalev.eu | address=Pikk 16 | lat=59.43836 | long=24.74570 | directions= | phone=+372 64 64 079 | tollfree= | hours=Mostly 09:00–21:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=The oldest still operating café in Tallinn, dating back to 1864. Coffee, tea, chocolate and various sweet and savoury pastries at quite cheap prices. Spacious with stylish decor. Next door is the Maiasmokk confectionery shop, which sells good quality Estonian chocolates. }} * {{eat | name=Pub Kompressor | alt= | url= | email= | address=Rataskaevu 3 | lat=59.4375 | long=24.7431 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Very tasty and varied pancakes. There are also other dishes. Fantastic place with great food and drinks, especially kvass! }} * {{eat | name=III Draakon | alt= | url= | email= | address=Raekoja plats | lat=59.4370 | long= 24.7456 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=If you'd like to scoop nostalgia. Very interesting to eat in a special way. They have a small menu to offer but very good and very typical. The waitress plays at having the character of a sour waitress but with humor. A memorable experience. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Grande | alt= | url= | email= | address=Väike-Karja 6a | lat=59.4357 | long=24.7471 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Very cozy place. Delicious pizza, affordable prices, pleasant service. Great environment. }} ====Near the Old Town==== * {{eat | name=Loca | alt= | url=http://www.loca.ee | email= | address=Tatari 1, Tallinn | lat=59.43257 | long=24.74649 | directions=Located near Vabaduse väljak, right next to Söögiplats | phone=+372 555 15 235 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00–07:00 | price=€3-8 | lastedit= | content=Pizza, falafel, hummus, soup, beer. Fast food joint with wild staff and increasing customer service. }} * {{eat | name=Borsch j Varenyk|url=https://borschvarenyk.ee <!--formerly given as https://menu.ps.me/sj8pDMPoF3I/category/7#product-204 ; QR redirect: qr.ps.me/menu/2zXrGm10 ? --> | email=borschvarenyk@gmail.com | address=Endla 56 | phone=+37257571015 | lat=59.4348 | long=24.7336 | hours=M–Tu 14:00–23:00 W–Th 11:00–23:00 F–Sa 11:00–12:00 (?) Su 11:00–23:00 | price=€10–20 | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Great place to enjoy home-made Ukranian food }} ====Around the market Balti Jaama Turg==== * {{eat |name=F-hoone|alt=|url=http://www.fhoone.ee/en/|email=reserve@fhoone.ee |address=Telliskivi 60a/F|lat=59.4396348|long=24.7292186|directions= |phone=+372 5322 6855|tollfree=|fax= |hours=M-Sa 9-24, Su 9-22; kitchen closes 1 hr earlier | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Used to be an industrial hall, now made a great bistro/bar which tends to become very busy in the evenings (book if you can, but as it's big you might well be lucky and find the one spare table. Good value for price. }} ====East of the old town around the Coca-Cola Plaza==== * {{eat | name=Kohvik Narva | alt= | url=https://narvakohvik.ee/ | email= | address=Narva mnt 10 | lat=59.43708 | long=24.76361 | directions= | phone=+372 6601786 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:30-20:00, Sa 10:00-20:00, Su 10:00-18:00 | price=Cake per kg €8.50-12, pastry pieces €0.70, solyanka €3, pancake €2.50-3.50, pasta carbonara €6, schnitzel €7, potato fritter €3-5, Pelmeni €5 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=Cafe Narva long boasted an old-style interior preserved from the Soviet area; today's chic interior seems questionably authentic. Ladies at the counter are somewhat brusque (still) and mostly Russian-speaking, although this should not prevent you from enjoying traditional food of Soviet workers as well as delicious pastries baked on the premises. }} * {{eat | name=Puffid bakery | alt= | url=http://puffid.ee/ | email=info@puffid.ee | address=Peterburi tee 2 | lat=59.4246 | long=24.7934 | directions=on the first floor of T1 and Kristiine Center | phone=+372 58500408 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-02-01 | content=Puffid bakery offers snacks for every taste, curd pockets, a special children's set, croissants, baguettes and salads with different fillings. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Lamb Rogan Josh at Restaurant Guru, Tallinn.jpg|thumb|right|Lamb Rogan Josh]] * {{eat | name=Aed | alt=Embassy of Pure Food | url=http://www.vonkrahl.ee/en/von-krahli-aed/ | email=aed@vonkrahl.ee | address=Rataskaevu 8. | lat=59.43720 | long=24.74285 | directions= | phone=+372 626 9088 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-00:00, Su 12:00-18:00 | price=Lower-than-tourist prices | content=Excellent organic, biodynamic and Demeter food, also full vegan options. Beautiful interior, very charming and romantic, wonderful service. }} * {{eat | name=Cinnamon | alt= | url=https://www.cinnamonrestoran.com/ | email=restoran@cinnamon.ee | address=Pikk 14 | lat=59.437983 | long=24.745278 | directions= | phone=+372 6004142 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Main courses 10 to 20 € | lastedit=2024-10-21 | content=An Indian and European mix cuisine in the Tallinn Old Town. Serves international cuisine for tourists' tastes, don't expect traditional Estonian cuisine here. You can eat either inside or at the (rather cramped) terrace on Pikk street. }} * {{eat | name=Controvento | url=http://www.controvento.ee/ | email= | address=Vene 12/Katriina Käik | lat=59.43765 | long=24.74829 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A very nice little Italian restaurant stashed away in a small side passage in the Old Town. Offering genuinely excellent food at reasonable prices with good service. Its only "flaw" is that it's hard to get into and is most often completely full, even on off-season week nights. You may want to call ahead and make a reservation. Pizzas and pasta dishes are around €10. }} * {{eat | name=Crudo Resto | alt= | url=https://crudo.ee/ | email=info@crudo.ee | address=Peterburi tee 2 | lat=59.4246 | long=24.794 | directions=in the shopping and entertainment center T1 | phone=+372 58777770 | tollfree= | hours=10:00 - 21:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-02-01 | content=Italian cuisine, pizzas, pastas and a variety of Italian appetizers (antipasti), salads, soups, carefully selected wines, classic cocktails and Italian desserts. }} * {{eat |name=Frenchy bistro|alt=|url=http://frenchy.ee/|email= |address=Telliskivi 60a/5, hall B|lat=59.4383084|long=24.7293584|directions= |phone=+372 5604 8262|tollfree=|fax= |hours=M 17-23, Tu-Th 12-23, F-Sa 12-24 |price= |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=French food bistro in a hip vintage-industrial-modern setting. Has cheap daily offers. }} * {{eat | name=Guru | alt= | url=https://www.restoranguru.ee/ | email= | address=Aia 10 | lat=59.438412 | long=24.751491 | directions= | phone=+372 5301 7828 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Mains €12-20 | lastedit=2019-12-22 | content=A new Indian restaurant in central Tallinn, just outside the old town. Easy to find as it's on the same street as the Kalev Spa. Offers authentic Indian cuisine with plenty of spices. Try the Indian tea for dessert. }} * {{eat |name=Kaja Pizza Köök|alt=|url=http://kajapizza.ee/|email= |address=Õle 33|lat=59.4395822|long=24.7172679|directions= |phone=+372 6601611|tollfree=|fax= |hours=Tu - Su 11:30 till Out of Dough (they will make a given amount of dough every day, so if it's very busy they will close "early") |price=pizza 5-8 Euro + 1 Euro per additional topping |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=pizza baked in a wood oven, with the choice of topping being aligned to traditional south Italian pizza. Small place, just one big table everybody shares. Combining traditional elements and a rather modern/hip atmosphere. }}<!-- -->[[File:Inside view of Kohvik Moon, Tallinn, Estonia.jpg|thumb|right|]]<!-- -->[[Image:VanaemaJuures Cellar2.JPG|thumb|''Vanaema Juures'', a typical Old Town cellar restaurant]] * {{eat | name=Kohvik Moon | alt= | url=http://www.restoranmoon.ee/ | email=moon@restoranmoon.ee | address=Võrgu 3 | lat=59.4451 | long=24.7478 | directions= | phone=+372 6 314 575 | tollfree= | hours=12:00 - 23:00 mostly | price=Main courses €10&ndash;20 | content=A rather small restaurant with a nice, minimalistic decor. Serves traditional Estonian food with a Russian influence. Voted best restaurant in Tallinn in 2010. Very popular among tourists, and as such it is usually quite full. Prior reservations are recommended but not mandatory. }} * {{eat | name=Kompressor | url=http://kompressorpub.ee/?lang=en | email= | address=Rataskaevu 3 | lat=59.43740 | long=24.74317 | directions=Just few minutes walk from Raekoja plats. | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Pancakes from €4.50, Beer €3 | content=This place offers an assortment of huge and delicious pancakes. Don't give in to the temptation to order two portions, one pancake is usually enough. This place used to be less touristic, but is now. }} * {{eat | name=Madissoni Grill & Baar | url=http://www.madissoni.ee/index.php?page=10& | email= | address=Rävala Puiestee 3 |lat=59.43368 | long=24.75787 | directions=next to the Radisson Blu Hotel | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This open kitchen type restaurant serves good flame-grilled food at decent prices, especially popular for its daily lunch specials, King Club sandwich and burgers. }} * {{eat | name=Oliver | alt= | url=http://www.oliver.ee | email=info@oliver.ee | address=Viru 3 | lat=59.43694 | long=24.74759 | directions= | phone=+372 630 7898 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00-00:00 | price= | lastedit=2015-11-02 | content=A traditional restaurant in the heart of the Tallinn Old town. The menu is centered on various kinds of steaks, but there are also pastas and vegetarian dishes available. Main courses €15&ndash;23. }} * {{eat | name=Restoran Peppersack | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43669 | long=24.74685 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A middle ages-themed restaurant one block away from Raekoja plats – even the names of the dishes are medieval themed. Outdoor seating available in the summer, when they also played medieval (what else?) music on a small outdoor stage, and they seem also to have sword fight and oriental dance performances. Probably the main competitor of Olde Hansa and a bit touristy indeed but fun. }} * {{eat | name=Pirosmani | alt= | url=http://pirosmani.ee/en/ | email= | address=Üliõpilaste tee 1 | lat=59.39254 | long=24.67387 | directions= | phone=+372 639 3246 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00-24:00 | price= | content=Georgian food as it is done in Georgia. It's well out of the way, but that's a good thing. Almost everyone at this restaurant is local (although the menu has English), and tourists are not in sight, so the food here is good and great value. Try the Khinkali or the Harcho. }} * {{eat | name=Troika | url=http://www.troika.ee/ | email= | address=Raekoja plats 15 | lat=59.43733 | long=24.74596 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers generous portions of Russian food. In the warm summer months, people dine on the terrace. In winter, they head down to the warm cellar. To fill up, get a small zakuski (which is anything but small) appetizer plate. It's big enough for three and costs €9, then dip your pelmeni dumplings (costing €6) in smetana or the other sauces provided and wash it down with a shot of vodka (€5). }} * {{eat | name=Umami | alt= | url=https://www.umamiresto.ee/ | email=info@umamiresto.ee | address=Kalasadama 8 | lat=59.445745 | long=24.749621 | directions= | phone=+372 600 1035 | tollfree= | hours=12:00-20:00 mostly | price=Main courses €11.50-21.50 | lastedit=2019-06-17 | content=Considered among the best restaurants in Tallinn. Originally located in Mustamäe, the restaurant came under threat of closing down in March 2019 when the building housing it was demolished. Instead of closing down, it opened in new premises in Kalamaja in northern Tallinn.<br />Umami offers Estonian-style cuisine with an international twist, as well as a diverse wine list. The restaurant has a spacious terrace and is a short walk away from the ferry terminal. The burger of the day is worth trying. }} * {{eat | name=Vanaema Juures |alt=| url=http://vonkrahl.ee/en/toit/vanaemajuures | email= | address=Rataskaevu 10/12 | lat=59.43716 | long=24.74262 | directions= | phone=+372 626 9080 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=VanaemaJuures Cellar2.JPG | lastedit=2020-02-08 | content= Translates as "At Grandma", which gives you an idea of the warm welcome you can expect here. Friendly and attentive staff are happy to explain the traditional dishes. Excellent value for money. It's a tiny place, so reservations are essential in the high season. Try the meatballs or the pork with sauerkraut and don't miss the ''kama'' porridge for dessert. }} * {{eat | name=Amarillo | alt= | url=https://www.raflaamo.fi/fi/ravintola/tallinna/amarillo-viru-tallinna | email= | address=Viru Väljak 4 | lat=59.436382 | long=24.75495 | directions=in the Viru-Keskus shopping centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11:00 to 21:00 mostly | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=The Tallinn branch of the Finnish Amarillo tex-mex restaurant chain. Serves a variety of tex-mex style food including hamburgers, steaks and salads. The menu is the same as in Finland. The staff speak Estonian and English and some of them even speak Finnish. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Calle Vanaturu Kael, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 01.JPG|thumbnail|right|Vanaturu Kael street in the Old Town]] * {{eat | name=Bar Fish and Wine | url=http://www.fw.ee/ | email= | address=Harju 1 | lat=59.43624 | long=24.74479 | directions= | phone=+372 662 3013 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Th 11:30-23:00, F Sa 11:30-24:00 | price= | content=The name pretty much says it. This is a modern cocktail bar and restaurant serving vodka and caviar, fish dishes and a wide range of wines. }} * {{eat | name=Bocca | url=http://www.bocca.ee/ | email= | address=Olevimägi 9 | lat=59.43992 | long=24.74777 | directions= | phone=+372 611 7290 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Th 11:30-23:00, F Sa 11.30-24:00, Su 13:00-22:00 | price=€30 | content=One of the trendiest restaurants in Tallinn. Features Italian cuisine by Nicola Tanda. It also has a nice bar to enjoy cocktails and snacks. This is one of the busiest restaurants in Tallinn. Reservations are highly recommended. }} * {{eat | name=Chedi | alt=chedi | url=http://www.chedi.ee | email= | address=Olevimägi 11 | lat=59.44011 | long=24.74798 | directions=next to restaurant Bocca, in old town | phone=+372 646 1676 | tollfree= | hours=M-Th 11:30-23:00, F Sa 11:30-24:00, Sun 13:00-22:00 | price=€20 | content=Modern Asian kitchen supervised by Alan Yau from Hakasan, London. Modern and warm interior to give a retro Asian impression. Reservations recommended for the weekend and during summer holidays. }} * {{eat | name=Kuldse Notsu Kõrts | alt= | url=http://www.hotelstpetersbourg.com/kuldse-notsu-korts.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Dunkri 8 | lat=59.43707 | long=24.74344 | directions= | phone=+372 628 6567 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:00-23:00 | price=€20-30 including drinks and dessert | content=Good traditional Estonian restaurant close to the main square. Try the house beer or vodka and fresh buckthorn and honey apertif with your blood sausage or the famous pork knuckle with extra spicy mustard. The traditional desserts are also worth a try. Live traditional music Sep-May F Sa nights. }} * {{eat | name=Musi | url=http://musi.ee/ | email= | address=Niguliste 6 | lat=59.43644 | long=24.74284 | directions= | phone=+372 5663 6211 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=17:00-24:00 | price=Glass of wine: €4; Small dishes: from €5 | content=This is primarily a wine bar, but it has light meals as well. From the outside it looks like a cosy oasis, and you might think the place is one little rustic room on display but there is more tables behind the wine bar. Welcoming staff and a good selection of wine by the glass. A good place for a relaxed meal, or with your friends before or after dinner. }} * {{eat | name=Olde Hansa | url=http://www.oldehansa.ee/ | email= | address=Vana turg 1 | lat=59.43668 | long=24.74599 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The ruling king among Tallinn's purely touristy restaurants with some of them trying to copy its style. The place is simply medieval, not just in terms of food but also in the sense of performance - no electricity, no music except live and authentic, no modern inventions. The house special is bear meat "marinated in rare spices and cooked over a fire in honour of Waldemar II, the brave King of Denmark" costing €40+. Try one of the extraordinary beers, such as the honey beer. It is not likely that you will meet any locals here. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Ö | url=http://www.restoran-o.ee | email= | address=Mere pst. 6E | lat=59.43895 | long=24.75443 | directions=close to old town, near harbour | phone=+372 661 6150 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Th 12:00-23:00, F Sa 12:00-24:00, Su 13:00-22:00 | price=€20 | content=Reopened and two new chefs Martin Meikas and Ranno Paukson with focus on Modern Estonian kitchen. Good view of old town. }} * {{eat | name=Tchaikovsky | url=http://www.telegraafhotel.ee/ | email= | address=Vene 9 | lat=59.43779 | long=24.74735 | directions= | phone=+372 6000 610 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 12:00-15:00, 18:00-23:00; Sa Su 13:00-23:00 | price=Mains start from €20 | content=As the name suggests, it is a Russian restaurant, but don't expect wooden benches, traditional food, and folk music. On the contrary, you will find a selection of Russian delicacies ranging from pancakes with caviar to pelmeni with pork and wild mushrooms, along with fusion-style cuisine (rabbit with Jerusalem artichoke being a good example). Expect delicious food and very high prices, but if you are looking for typical Russian fare, try to find another place for dinner. }} ==Drink== ===Cafés=== There are plenty of nice cafés, especially in the centre. Among the interesting ones: * {{drink|name=Café Mademoiselle|alt=Kohvik Mademoiselle|url=https://cafemademoiselle.ee/?lang=en|email=pastry.meriton.tallinn@parkinn.com|address=Toompuiestee 27 / Paldiski mnt 4|lat=59.4353092|long=24.7311598|directions=in the Kelmiküla district; at the Meriton Grand Conference & Spa Hotel|phone=+372 62 88 155|tollfree=|fax=|hours=Daily 08:00–22:00|price=|lastedit=2023-06-17|content=A café with the high quality confectionery products.}} * {{drink|name=Wabadus Kohvik|alt=Café Wabadus|url=http://www.wabadus.ee/|email=|address=Vabaduse väljak 10|lat=59.4342519|long=24.7443036|directions=|phone=+372 6604019|tollfree=|fax=|hours=M-Th 9-23; F 9-1; Sa 11-1, Su 11-22|price=|lastedit=2018-10-11|content=located just next to the freedom square, this café has good drinks as well as dishes. The interior is a great blend of classical styles of prior decades with the modern times.}} ===Nightlife=== [[File:Fire dancer in Tallinn (8053688178).jpg|thumb|Fire dancer in Tallinn]] Tallinn's crazy nightlife is out of proportion to the city's small size. The days of armed mafiosos are over and these days any drunken fights tend to involve stag parties. Exercise some caution in choosing your venue, as some strip clubs and regular clubs make their money by fleecing tourists who come in for a drink. In local places, beers cost €2.50-4. ===Bars and pubs=== ====In old town (Vanalinn)==== [[File:Hell Hunt sign.jpg|thumb|right|Hell Hunt is easily identifiable by its wall sign.]] [[File:Columna de la Victoria de la Guerra de la Independencia, Tallinn, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 14.JPG|thumb|Freedom square at night]] [[File:Beers at restaurant 100 õlle koht, Tallinn.jpg|thumb|right|Some of the beers available at 100 õlle koht.]] * {{drink | name=Beer House | url=http://www.beerhouse.ee/ | email= | address=Dunkri 5 | lat=59.43684 | long=24.74369 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Plenty of beers to choose from in this large authentically styled and decorated Bavarian Beer hall, including 5 of their own beers made on site. Try the Medovar Honey beer. }} * {{drink | name=The Dubliner | alt= | url=http://dubliner.edicypages.com/ | email=pubidubliner@gmail.com | address=Suur Karja 18 | lat=59.434981 | long=24.746536 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-midnight (03:00 at the weekend) | price= | content=Popular Irish pub on one of the nightlife axes. Attracts younger people and is relatively new, so no pub crawlers puke in front of the door. }} * {{drink | name=Drink Baar | url=http://www.drinkbaar.com | email= | address=Väike Karja 8 | lat=59.43544 | long=24.74814 | directions= | phone=+372 644 9433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Su-Th 12:00-23:00, F Sa 12:00-03:00 | price= | content=The widest selection of beers of any pub in town including many quality imports from Brewdog and Mikkeller. Good English-style pub-grub, featuring award winning fish and chips. Monthly comedy nights from the "Comedy Estonia" and quiz nights. }} * {{drink | name=Hell Hunt | url=http://www.hellhunt.ee/ | email= | address=Pikk 39 | lat=59.43936 | long=24.74676 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The name means "the gentle wolf" in Estonian. A comfortable and homey pub in the Old Town and offers a wide selection of beers (including two of their own brews) and some pretty decent food. Don't miss the spare ribs. }} * {{drink | name=Helsinki Karaoke Baar | url= | email=info@helsinkikaraokebar.eu | address=Viru 18 | lat=59.43655 | long=24.74893 | directions= | phone=+372 641 6164 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Su–Th 13:00–01:00, F 13:00–03:00, Sa 10:00–03:00 | price= | content=A legendary gathering place for Finns. This bar, also known as ''Lokaal Helsinki'', is a popular destination for both locals and tourists who crave a cozy atmosphere and Finnish music. }} * {{drink | name=Kuku klubi | url=https://kuku.kultuuritorn.ee/ | email= | address=Vabaduse väljak 8 | lat=59.43427 | long=24.74482 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Founded 1935 by local art community and claiming to have had the best accessible cuisine in the former USSR since 1958 during the Russian occupation. }} * {{drink | name=Lab Bar | url=http://www.facebook.com/LaborBaar | email= | address=Suur-Karja 10 | lat=59.43561 | long=24.74626 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Laboratory themed bar known for its shots in test tubes. You should definitely try the "Brain Scan". }} * {{drink | name=Levist Väljas | url=https://et-ee.facebook.com/levistvaljas?ref=stream&group_id=0 | email= | address=Olevimägi 12 | lat=59.44009 | long=24.74837 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A cozy alternative bar in Old Town with a small dance floor. }} * {{drink | name=Nimeta Baar (The Bar With No Name) | alt= | url=https://nimetabaar.ee/ | email= | address=Suur-Karja 4 | lat=59.43604 | long=24.74621 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Really fun place, popular with tourists. }} * {{drink | name=100 õlle koht | alt= | url= | email= | address=Harju 6 | lat=59.434658 | long=24.743135 | directions= | phone=+372 5884 9729 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-20:00 mostly, closed Sundays | price= | lastedit=2020-03-05 | content=The name means "the place of 100 beers" and the establishment indeed serves over 100 different types of beer. Traditional Estonian pub snacks also available. It's in an underground cellar so it's not suitable for people with limited mobility. }} * {{drink | name=Texas Honky Tonk & Cantina | url=http://www.texas.ee/ | email= | address=Pikk 43 | lat=59.43966 | long=24.74690 | directions= | phone=+372 631 1755 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=12:00-23:59 | price= | content=Texas-style cantina is a casual place for a Corona or, if you must, a Bud, or even to try out the frozen margaritas churning in the electric mixer behind the bar. More serious drinkers can try the "tequila flights": 3 or 5 shots of different tequilas to give you a sampling, not that you're likely to remember which was which next time around. }} * {{drink | name=Von Krahli | url=http://www.vonkrahl.ee/en/ | email= | address=Rataskaevu 10 | lat=59.43727 | long=24.74284 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An avant-garde theatre/bar. }} * {{drink | name=Piana Vyshnia | url=https://pianavyshnia.com/en/ | email= pianavyshnia.info@fest.foundation | address= Vana-Viru tn 14, 10148 | lat=59.43703| long=24.75253 | phone= +372 5616 6729 | hours= 12:00-early morning | content=A bar that serves only one kind of drink, so it's easy to decide what to get: a moderately sweet, cognac-infused spirit on cherries (the name means "The Drunk Cherry"). You won't find anything like it anywhere else. }} ====Out of old town==== These are still quite central; they are just not in the old town. East: * {{drink | name=Lounge 24 | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-tallinn/restaurant-bar/lounge24 | email= | address=Rävala Puiestee 3 | lat=59.43346 | long=24.75779 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=On the top floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel, it offers spectacular views of Old Town and the Baltic sea from a trendy indoor setting and a breathtaking outdoor terrace. Lounge 24 serves a variety of light fares to full dinner menu, and a wide selection of beverages. Open to the general public. }} * {{drink | name=Tšungel | alt= | url=https://tsungel.ee/ | email= | address=Kopli 1 | lat=59.44085 | long=24.73378 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A terrace bar restaurant near the railway station. }} North: * {{drink |name=Kohvik Nord|alt=|url=http://kohviknord.ee/|email=info@kohviknord.ee |address=Mere pst 20|lat=59.4483391|long=24.7536313|directions=located at the northestern corner of Linnahall |phone=+372 444 0036|tollfree=|fax=|hours=evening café: opens at 5 only – see website for details|price= |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=At the pier behind Linnahall; you are really at the sea. }} ===Nightclubs=== {{infobox|Double vision in Tallinn|[[File:St Olaf's church, Tallinn, July 2008.jpg|120px]] [[File:EE HJ Tallinn St Nicholas church tower.jpg|120px]] <br> Save for the spire, the towers of St. Olaf's church in the northern corner of the Old Town and Niguliste (St. Nicholas') church almost exactly at the opposite side of the Old Town look very similar. }} *{{drink | name=Arena3 | url=http://arena3.ee/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Tartu mnt. 17 | lat=59.43392 | long=24.76214 | directions=In the Kompassi district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Plays middle of the road pop and disco. Popular with the young crowd. Reasonably priced. }} * {{drink | name=Bonbon | url=http://www.bonbon.ee/ | email= | address=Mere Pst 6e | lat=59.43917 | long=24.75437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Open to all who can get past the strict "face control". Over-the-top décor (chandeliers, leather seats) and prices to match. }} [[File:Club Hollywood at night.jpg|thumb|right|Club Hollywood.]] * {{drink | name=Hollywood | url=https://clubhollywood.ee/en/ | email= | address=Vana-Posti 8 | lat=59.43517 | long=24.74526 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-Sa 23:00-? | price= | content=Big club, popular with young Estonians during the week (Ladies Night on Wednesday) and general party crowd at the weekend. Standard is euro trash and top40 songs. Gets started at 23:00 but before 01:00 the party doesn't rock. }} * {{drink | name=Gentlemen's Club Golden Time | alt= Golden Time Striptease Club | url=https://goldentime.ee/ | email= | address=Aia 10a | lat=59.43859 | long=24.75136 | directions=near Vene Kultuurikeskus | phone=+372 588-780-68 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Su–Th 21:00–06:00, F–Sa 21:00–08:00 | price= | content=A strip club with excellent interior design and good music. }} * {{Drink|name=Xclub|alt=striptease night club and karaoke|url=https://xclub.ee/|email=info@xclub.ee|address=Harju Street. 6|lat=59.43496|long=24.74585|phone=+372 6 310 575}} * {{drink | name=HALL | alt=Klubi HALL | url=https://hall.vision/ | email=info@hall.vision | address=Peetri 6 | lat=59.45074 | long=24.72904 | directions=at Kalamaja district; about 6 km from airport and 2 km from railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F–Sa 00:00–09:00 | price= | content=Techno music club. }} * {{drink | name=Parlament | url=http://www.clubparlament.com/ | email= | address=Ahtri 10 | lat=59.43920 | long=24.75630 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Bubblegum pop and live events. }} * {{drink | name=Prive | alt= | url= | email= | address=Harju 6 | lat=59.43449 | long=24.74346 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tallinn's flashiest nightspot, run by legendary warehouse party organizers Vibe, often has foreign DJs playing. Expensive and has strict face control, so dress up. }} * {{drink | name=Riff | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/RiffTallinn | email= | address=Viru väljak 4/6 | lat=59.435870 | long=24.754627 | directions=backside of Viru keskus shopping center | phone=+372 5084602, +372 5038720 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa 23:00-05:00 | price=entry €6 | content=If Russian club music, vodka shots and a vibrant crowd is your desire, this is the base. Pretty empty until 01:00 after then it fills up. They have a nice terrace during summer which is a popular meeting point as the main bus terminal is 100 m away and many stop their for the wait on the first bus in the morning. The club does have many bouncers but as long as you don't carry weapons or start a fight, they are rather passive. }} * {{drink | name=Teater | alt= | url=http://klubiteater.ee/en | email=info@klubiteater.ee | address=Vabaduse square 5 | lat=59.432703 | long=24.744569 | directions=across the street from Vabaduse square | phone=+372 56 88 4444 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa 23:00-05:00 | price=€8 entrance (€15 for VIP) drinks from €4 | content=Basement club on Vabaduse square. Popular with late twens and smaller groups. Music focus is on 1990s and 2000s. Door policy is relaxed but most people are dressed up. Usually starts going at midnight. }} *{{drink | name=Virgins | url=http://virgins.ee/ | email=admin@virgins.ee | address=Tartu mnt. 29 | lat=59.4329 | long=24.7643 | directions= | phone=+372 56992255 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=22:00-06:00 | price=€10 for the entrance | content=Gentlemen's club with erotic shows and luxurious drinks. Popular with business travellers and male tourists. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|up to €50 a night|€50-€100|over €100 a night}} ===Budget=== ====Hostels==== * {{sleep | name=16EUR Hostel | url=http://www.16eur.ee/ | email=info@16eur.ee | address=Roseni 9 | lat=59.43932 | long=24.75513 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 501 3046 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed: from €10; Single: €16-25 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Alur Hostel | url=http://hostel.alur.ee/ | email=contact@alur.ee | address=Lai 20 | lat=59.43894 | long=24.74491 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 646 6210 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed: from €9 | checkin=12:00 | checkout=12:00 | content= Friendly staff, small kitchen and large common room. Wi-Fi available in all of the rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Euphoria | url=http://www.euphoria.ee/ | email=euphoria@traveller.ee | address=Roosikrantsi 4 | lat=59.43180 | long=24.74329 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 5837 3602 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed: from €9 | checkin= | checkout= | content=The place with a character. Painted walls, daily events, workshops and unplugged concerts make this place different from other hostels. A must stay for artistic spirits. Friendly staff and free Wi-Fi. As of 2018, this hostel closes during the winter season. }} * {{sleep | name=Fat Margeret's | url=http://www.fatmargarets.ee/ | email=info@fatmargarets.ee | address=Põhja puiestee 27 | lat=59.44423 | long=24.74903 | directions=north-east border of Old Town | phone=+372 510 0916 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Bed from €10 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Hostel with a big living room, kitchen and a lot of clean toilets and showers. Free Wi-Fi. }} * {{sleep | name=Flying Kiwi Backpackers | url=http://www.flyingkiwitallinn.com/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=info@flyingkiwitallinn.com | address=Nunne 1 | lat=59.43856 | long=24.74311 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 5821 3292 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=20 beds }} * {{sleep | name=GIDIC Backpackers | url=http://www.gidic.hostel.com/ | email= | address=31 Tartu Mnt |lat=59.43283 | long=24.76470 | directions=Just outside Old Town | phone=+372 646 6016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Australian-owned. }} * {{sleep | name=Zinc Old Town Hostel | url=http://zinchostel.ee/ | email= | address=Väike-Karja 1 | lat=59.43589 | long=24.74722 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 5781 0173 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Changed owner a couple of times and also the name but still on the same place. Clean, friendly and flexible staff. | lastedit=2018-10-11 }} * {{sleep | name=Knight House | url=http://www.knight-house.eu/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=Ilya@knight-house.eu | address=Rüütli 18 | lat=59.43513 | long=24.74188 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 5550 1001 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed: from €7; Single: €16-25 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Hotel quality accommodation at hostel prices. Hostel occupies a house that is over 600 years old, with the centre of the Old Town just out the door. Fully equipped kitchen, common area, free Wi-Fi, free tea and coffee. }} * {{sleep | name=Monk's Bunk | alt= | url=http://www.themonksbunk.com/ | email=info@themonksbunk.com | address=Tatari 1 | lat=59.43251 | long=24.74648 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 636 3924 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorm from €11 | content=Even booking a place here online (either through the well known suspects or their own website), does not mean they have accommodation available. They are unreliable with regards to updating the status of their beds. So, better not have this stress and book somewhere else. }} * {{sleep | name=Old House Hostel | alt= | url=http://www.oldhouse.ee/hostel/ | email=hostel@oldhouse.ee | address=Uus 26 | lat=59.44075 | long=24.74987 | directions= | phone=+372 6411 281 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double rooms from €30 | content=A very nice, friendly and stylishly decorated hostel in the northern part of the Old Town, very near to the centre of Tallinn. The staff speak excellent English. The rooms are good enough to pass for hotel rooms, but have no private bathrooms. No restaurant, and no breakfast provided - you cook your own food or dine elsewhere in Tallinn. Free Internet connection available for hostel guests. }} * {{sleep | name=Tallinn Backpackers | url=http://www.tallinnbackpackers.com | email=info@tallinnbackpackers.com | address=Olevimägi 11 |lat=59.44042 | long=24.74892 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 644 0298 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed from €9 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Includes a sauna. }} ====Hotels==== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Dzingel | url=http://www.dzingel.ee/ | email=hotell@dzingel.ee | address=Männiku tee 89, Nõmme |lat=59.37847 | long=24.71842 | directions=5&nbsp;km from Old Town and easy to reach by bus No 5 | phone=+372 610 5201, +372 610 5300 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €45 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/park-inn-tallinn | email=info.tallinn@rezidorparkinn.com | address=Narva mnt 7C | lat=59.43767 | long=24.76141 | directions= | phone=+372 633 9800 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€48 | content=This is not the best Park Inn in the world, but with some luck you can get a super low room rate compared to its sister hotels under the main Radisson brand. }} * {{sleep | name=GoHotel Shnelli | alt= | url=http://www.gohotels.ee/ | email= | address=Toompuiestee 37 | lat=59.43942 | long=24.73615 | directions=near the medieval Old Town, close to Snelli Park and the Baltic Railway Station. | phone=+372 631 0100 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double: €38. There are discounted rates for guests arriving after midnight - €32 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel St. Barbara | alt= | url=https://www.stbarbara.ee/en-us {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=reservations@stbarbara.ee | address=Roosikrantsi 2A | lat=59.432098 | long=24.743179 | directions=Get off at Vabaduse väljak stop | phone=+372 6400040 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€40-60 | lastedit=2019-03-03 | content=A former hospital converted into a hotel. Located just south of the Old Town, it is easily accessible by public transit with bus and tram stops nearby. }} * {{sleep | name=Citybox | url=https://citybox.no/en/tallinn/ | email=tallinn@citybox.ee | address=Laeva 1 |lat=59.44126 | long=24.75880 | directions=Near D terminal and Nautica shopping center | phone=+372 660 6630 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Single €40, double €45 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Self-service hotel. Guests handle booking, payment, check-in and check-out themselves. }} * {{sleep | name=St. Olav Hotel | url=http://www.olav.ee/ | email=olav@olav.ee | address=Lai 5 |lat=59.43853 | long=24.74385 | directions=In the heart of the Medieval merchants district within three minutes walk form the Old Town Square | phone=+372 6161180 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €45 | checkin= | checkout= | content=An old building with an interior that is also antique. However, the rooms are modern with flat-screen TVs. }} * {{sleep | name=Gotthard Residents | url=http://www.gotthard.ee/ | email=gotthard@gotthard.ee | address=Pikk 66 |lat=59.44189 | long=24.74904 | directions=Just over 0.5 km to the old town and about 1 km to the ferry port | phone=+372 611 8080 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €44 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Meriton Old Town Garden Hotel | url=https://www.meritonhotels.com/en/ | email=booking@meritonhotels.com | address=Lai 24 |lat=59.43926 | long=24.74520 | directions= | phone=+372 664 8800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €37 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=The Pirita Monastery | alt= | url=http://www.piritaklooster.ee/bookings/?lang=en | email=pirita@osss.ee | address=Merivälja tee 18 |lat=59.46744 | long=24.83382 | directions=Pirita district, near Pirita beach | phone=+372 605 5000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Single €42, double €58, triple €77, quadruple €99 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Featuring ski-to-door access, garden, terrace free WiFi and parking. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Blue Sirius SS Admiral Beluga Hotell Euroopa Tallinn 6 May 2013.JPG|thumb|Hotel Euroopa seen from the Marina of the Port of Tallinn]] * {{sleep | name=Barons Boutique Hotel | alt= | url= | email=barons@barons.ee | address=Suur-Karja 7 | lat=59.43589 | long=24.74654 | directions= | phone=+372 699 9700 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€94 | content=The hotel is in an old bank building and features and overdose of pretentiousness for what are essentially quite simple rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Euroopa | alt=formerly Clarion | url=http://www.euroopa.ee/?lang=en | email=info@euroopa.ee | address=Paadi 5 | lat=59.44145 | long=24.76059 | directions= | phone=+372 6699 777 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€95 | content=The Euroopa has a first-rate location overlooking the marina basin of the Old Town Port of Tallinn, and is generally a very modern hotel. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and perhaps the only downside to it all are wildly clashing textures and patterns throughout the hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=My City Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.mycityhotel.ee/en/Hotel-in-tallinn | email=info@mycityhotel.ee | address=Vana Posti 11/13 | lat=59.43529 | long=24.74601 | directions= | phone=+372 6220 900 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€80 | content=The hotel in the conspicuous white early 20th century building may look like many others in Tallinn with the slightly outdated and pretentious decor, but behind this veneer lies a true dedication to detail, extending as far as featuring a bathtub duck in the courtesy toiletries set. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Palace | alt= | url= | email=palace@tallinnhotels.ee | address=Vabaduse Väljak 3 | lat=59.43259 | long=24.74534 | directions= | phone=+372 680 6655 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€92 | content=Operated by the local company Tallinn Hotels, the Hotel Palace is stuated in a 1937 building with a stark gray period facade, somewhat contrasting with its name. The interiors have been refurbished in mid-2014 and now feature furniture and fixtures reminiscent of the interwar period. The art-deco theme is continued in the use of motifs from paintings of Konrad Mägi, a famous Estonian painter whose lifetime covered the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel Olumpia, Tallinn | alt=formerly Reval Hotel Olümpia | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-tallinn-olumpia | email=info.olumpia.tallinn@radissonblu.com | address=Liivalaia 33 | lat=59.43024 | long=24.75769 | directions= | phone=+372 631 5333 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€76 | content=390 air-conditioned rooms and bars and restaurants. It also has a conference centre, health club with swimming pool and saunas. Free WiFi throughout the hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Tallink City Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.tallinkhotels.com/en/tallink-city-hotel | email=cityhotel@tallink.ee | address=A. Laikmaa 5 | lat=59.43641 | long=24.75780 | directions= | phone=+372 630 0800 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€92 | content=Tallink's City Hotel has a very central location, right opposite the Viru shopping centre, but unfortunately it is let down by poor service standards dictated by the group business that is the hotel's mainstay. }} * {{sleep | name=Tallink Express Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.tallinkhotels.com/tallink-express-hotel | email=expresshotel@tallink.ee | address=Sadama 9 | lat=59.44443 | long=24.75559 | directions= | phone=+372 667 8700 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€68 | content=The Tallink Express is the cheapest of the hotels provided by the ferry operator Tallink, sandwiched between their spectacular headquarters and the Tallink Spa & Conference Center. The rooms, furniture and fixtures are rather basic, and the location a tad remote and not in a pleasant or picturesque part of Tallinn. }} * {{sleep | name=Tallink Spa & Conference Center | alt= | url=http://www.tallinkhotels.com/tallink-spa-conference-hotel | email=spahotel@tallink.ee | address=Sadama 11a | lat=59.44446 | long=24.75640 | directions= | phone=+372 630 1000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€92 | content=Tallink's most upscale property is just what the label says, with a pool spa with a number of water-based amenities and a conference centre. The rooms are modern and decorated with sometimes bewilderingly clashing patterns, and some overlook the main pool atrium rather than the outside. There is a considerable distance from the hotel to everything else but the ferry terminal. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Ülemiste | alt= | url=http://www.ylemistehotel.ee/homepage/57 | email=sales@ylemistehotel.ee | address=Lennujaama tee 2 | lat=59.41977 | long=24.79391 | directions= | phone=+372 603 2600 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€80 | content=With a location close to the shore of Lake Ulemiste within walking distance to the airport, this hotel counts as Tallinn's airport hotel. Apart from the airport and the Ulemiste shopping centre, it is not quite close to anything. Everything about the hotel is reasonably modern, though let down by small niggles. }} * {{sleep | name=Baltic Hotel Vana Wiru | alt= | url=http://www.vanawiru.ee/ | email=vanawiru@baltichotelgroup.com | address=Viru 11 | lat=59.43697 | long=24.74940 | directions= | phone=+372 66 91 500 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€95 | content=The hotel has outdated rooms, some of which do not have much in terms of a view, while others feature sloping roofs, and it is bested by other hotels in many other respects. But this is all made up by its brilliant location on the Viru Street in the heart of the Old Town. }} * {{sleep | name=The von Stackelberg Hotel Tallinn | alt= | url=http://www.vonstackelberghotel.com/ | email=fom.vsh@uhotelsgroup.com | address=Toompuiestee 23 | lat=59.43475 | long=24.73268 | directions= | phone=+372 66 00 700 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€79 | content=The hotel is based in a historic building once belonging to the von Stackelberg family, sitting just outside of the Old Town of Tallinn. The rooms are quite spacious for a historic property though, and there is an on-site spa providing wellness treatments. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Tln1.jpg|thumbnail|right|View of downtown Tallinn at night, including the Swissotel and Radisson towers]] * {{sleep | name=Merchants House Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.merchantshousehotel.com | email=info@merchantshousehotel.com | address=Dunkri 4/6 | lat=59.43706 | long=24.74384 | directions=Town Hall Square | phone=+372 6977 500 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€115 | content=31 rooms and six suites. The hotel is a small complex of 14th and 16th century buildings with rooms all looking in on the central courtyard. The historic buildings contrasts nicely with the luxurious designer interiors of the rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Nordic Hotel Forum | url=http://www.nordichotels.eu | email=info@nordichotels.eu | address=Viru Väljak 3 | lat=59.43746 | long=24.75522 | directions= | phone=+372 622 2900 | tollfree= | fax=+372 622 2901 | hours= | price=double room €105 | checkin= | checkout= | content=A modern hotel at Viru Väljak square in the city center. Good and generous breakfast buffet. }} * {{sleep | name=Olevi Residents | url=http://www.olevi.ee/index.php | email= | address=Olevimägi 4 | lat=59.44067 | long=24.74895 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 6 277 650 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €103, breakfast included | checkin= | checkout= | content=Really nice and comfortable hotel in the middle of the Old Town. Free internet access. It has a very good hotel restaurant. The building is from the 14th century and has lots of character. }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Collection Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-tallinn | email=info.tallinn@radissonblu.com | address=Rävala pst. 3 | lat=59.43348 | long=24.75775 | directions= | phone=+372 682 3000 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€111 | content=287 rooms }} * {{sleep | name=Savoy Boutique Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.tallinnhotels.ee/savoy-boutique-hotel-tallinn {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=savoy@tallinnhotels.ee | address=Suur-Karja 17/19 | lat=59.43512 | long=24.74690 | directions= | phone=+372 680 6688 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€133 | content=The Savoy is the most upmarket property among those operated by the local company Tallinn Hotels. The large building stands out among its Old Town surroundings, while the interior is appointed in a simple and conservative style. Due to the limitations of the historic buildings, some rooms, especially singles, are rather smallish. }} * {{sleep | name=Schlössle Hotel | alt= | url=http://schloesslehotel.com/boutique-hotels-tallinn/ | email=sch@schlossle-hotels.com | address=Pühavaimu 13/15 | lat=59.438632 | long=24.747723 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 699 77 00 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €122 | content=Old storehouse that is converted in a barock-gothic boutique hotel. By some measures the oldest hotel (first erected in 14th century) and renovated in detail to fulfill today's requirements of a 5-star hotel. Only 23 rooms, spa and part of Leading Hotels of the world. }} * {{sleep | name=Sokos Hotel Viru | alt= | url=http://www.viru.ee/ | email= | address=Viru väljak 4 | lat=59.43657 | long=24.75480 | directions= | phone=+372 680 9300 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€128 | content=This is a large matchbox of a building and, for a long time, it was the tallest modern building in Tallinn. It's very centrally located at the edge of the Old Town. In the Soviet days, when Tallinn was a hotbed of espionage, Viru was the city's premier hotel and every single room was famously bugged by the KGB. Today it's just a very good Finnish-run business hotel, and even the grey facade has been whitewashed. }} * {{sleep | name=Solo Sokos Hotel Estoria | alt= | url=https://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/tallinn/sokos-hotel-estoria | email=estoria.reservation@sok.fi | address=Viru valjak 4 | lat=59.43675 | long=24.75560 | directions= | phone=+372 6 809 300 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€158 | content=The Estoria is a part of the same building complex as the Viru hotel, but it follows the upmarket "Solo" concept and features colourful and unique design elements throughout its interior. The level of comfort and facilities is higher than at the Viru, but the 93 rooms are placed in a smaller building with less spectacular views. }} * {{sleep | name=St. Petersburg Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.hotelstpetersbourg.com/ | email= | address=Rataskaevu 7 | lat=59.43676 | long=24.74298 | directions= | phone=+372 628 6500 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€140 | content=The St. Petersburg is a sister hotel of the Schloessle, operated by M.C Hotels, and as such a member of Summit Hotels and the Preferred Hotels Group. The boutique property is housed in a historic building at a corner of pedestrianized streets in the Old Town. The interior is filled with exquisite appointments and designer or vintage furniture and fixtures. Service and price levels match this standard. }} * {{sleep | name=Swissôtel Tallinn | alt= | url=http://www.swissotel.com/EN/Destinations/Estonia/Swissotel%20Tallinn/Hotel%20Home/ | email= | address=Tornimäe 3 | lat=59.43293 | long=24.76103 | directions= | phone=+372 624 0000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€113 | content=Tallest building within the banking district. 238 stylish guest rooms with either city or harbour view. The hotel houses two restaurants and a deli for guests on the run; Püroval Spa & Wellness delivers private fitness and relaxation facilities, including an indoor pool, a gym, a sauna and a steam room. Views over Tallinn and Old Town are spectacular from 30th floor Horisont Bar. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Telegraaf | alt= | url=http://www.telegraafhotel.com/hotel | email=info@telegraafhotel.com | address=Vene 9 | lat=59.43795 | long=24.74748 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 6000 600 | tollfree= | fax=+372 6000 601 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€160 | content=Located in Tallinn's Old Town, the hotel building was constructed as an exchange station for the Estonian Telegraph company in 1878, and with the historical façade left standing completely renovated to be reopened as a five-star hotel in 2007, featuring 86 elegant rooms and suites, a small spa area with an indoor swimming pool, two booths for facials and massages, a Symphony Lounge (function room, private events) as well as the renowned Restaurant Tchaikovsky and during the summer months a charming summer terrace. }} * {{sleep | name=The Three Sisters Boutique Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.threesistershotel.com/ | email=info@threesistershotel.com | address=Pikk 71 | lat=59.44204 | long=24.74858 | directions= | phone=+372 630 6300 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€139 | content=A member of Relais & Chateaux, the Three Sisters in the name refer to the three medieval buildings that make up the hotel. As the buildings date back to the 14th century, each of the hotel's 23 rooms is unique in shape and size, as well as appointments: some stay true to the medieval character of the rest of the hotel, while others are surprisingly modern. The steep staircases, sloping roofs and small windows are also part of the package. }} ==Stay safe== [[File:Plaza de la Torre, Tallinn, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 36.JPG|thumbnail|right|Old Town Walls]] Tallinn is easily among Europe's safest capitals, with violent crime being rare and petty crime being negligible compared to other cities. However, various governments warn against the risk of being [[pickpockets|pickpocketed]], particularly in the Old Town. Watch your valuables closely, especially on public transport and at Viru Street. The stigmatized neighbourhoods of Kopli and Lasnamäe – both predominantly Russian-speaking areas known as hotbeds for the notorious "Gopnik" culture – are probably best to be avoided after dark, although they are a lot safer than the "bad neighbourhoods" in Western European or North American cities. In suburbs of the city it is always best to avoid heavily drunk people. The biggest trap to tourists in Tallinn is getting ripped off by taxi drivers or in "gentlemen's clubs". Many of the latter are known for their [[Common scams#Clip joint|exorbitant prices and hidden "fees"]]. Credit card skimming and other similar scams are common practice in those establishments. Stay away, unless you particularly enjoy losing your month's pay in a few hours. People who arrive to Tallinn by camper van or just by car should be careful and not leave valuables in their vehicles. Unfortunately it's not rare that cars with foreign plates are looted. Those crimes are committed mainly in the area of Tallinn's passenger port and nearby streets where many camper vans stop. There are safer official car parks, but they are often harder to find, their location might not be very good, and you have to pay quite a lot of money. Winters in Tallinn, indeed all of Estonia, are milder than in Scandinavia and Russia, but slippery roads are common. Be careful of icy pavements in the winter which can be a hazard especially outside of the central areas. ==Respect== During the Soviet period the city's name was rendered in English as ''Tallin'', a transliteration from the city's name in Russian: ''Таллин''. That spelling should be avoided today. ==Connect== Wi-Fi is available in many public areas as well as restaurants, hotels and bars, many of them can be used free of charge. The site [http://wifi.ee/index.php?p=area&lang=eng&area=tallinn wifi.ee] maintains a list of wireless networks. If you want to send a post card, almost every place selling something also has post cards. However they seldom have stamps. Check the [http://www.post.ee/map?id=8715&maakond=0784&regioon=24 web page of the Estonian Post]{{Dead link|date=February 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for post office locations, this is where you can purchase stamps. ==Cope== [[File:Pikk Hermann, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 02.JPG|thumbnail|right|Pikk Hermann (Tall Hermann) tower and the Estonian Parliament building (Riigikogu)]] * {{listing | name=East-Tallinn Central Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.itk.ee/en | email= | address=Ravi 18 | lat=59.4278 | long=24.7567 | directions= | phone=+372 622 7070 | tollfree=1900 | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Full-fledged clinic with all areas covered (ICU, midwife, surgery etc.) and recommended by most embassies. }} ===Embassies=== Many details can also be found here: https://www.embassypages.com/estonia * {{flag|Canada}} {{listing | name=Canada | url=http://www.BalticStates.gc.ca | email=tallinn@canada.ee | address=Toom-Kooli 13, 2nd floor | lat=59.43652 | long=24.73721 | directions= | phone=+372 627 3311 | tollfree= | fax=+372 627 3312 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name=China | alt= | url=http://ee.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/ | email=chinaemb@online.ee | address=Narva Mnt.98 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+372 6 015 830 | tollfree= | fax=+372 6 015 833 | hours=M-F 09:00-12:00, 14:00-18:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-02-08 | content= }} * {{flag|Finland}} {{listing | name=Finland | url=http://www.finland.ee | email=sanomat.tal@formin.fi | address=Kohtu 4 | lat=59.43652 | long=24.74050 | directions= | phone=+372-6103 200 | tollfree= | fax=+372 610 3281 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Georgia}} {{listing | name=Georgia |alt=| url=http://estonia.mfa.gov.ge/index.php?sec_id=64&lang_id= {{dead link|August 2018|December 2020}} | email=tallinn.emb@mfa.gov.ge | address=Viru väljak 2, 10111 Tallinn |lat=59.437279 | long=24.754243 | directions= | phone=+372 698 8590 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |wikidata=|lastedit=2020-02-08| content= }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name=Germany | url=http://www.tallinn.diplo.de/Vertretung/tallinn/de/Startseite.html | email=info@tallinn.diplo.de | address=Toom-Kuninga 11 |lat=59.42892 | long=24.73751 | directions= | phone=+372 627 5300, +372 627 5304 (emergencies) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Greece}} {{listing | name=Greece | url= | email=gremb.tal@mfa.gr | address=Pärnu Mnt 12, 1st Floor 101 48 Tallinn |lat=59.43464 | long=24.74724 | directions= | phone=+372 640 3560, +372 5349 6007 (emergencies) | tollfree= | fax=+372 640 3561 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=Macedonia | alt= | url=http://www.mfa.gov.mk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=300&Itemid=645&lang=en | email= | address=Suurtüki 4A-12, 10133 Tallinn | lat=59.44162 | long=24.74478 | directions= | phone=+372 644 0479 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |wikidata=|lastedit=2020-02-08| content= }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name=Netherlands | alt= | url=https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/countries/estonia/about-us/embassy-in-tallinn | email=tal-ca@minbuza.nl | address=Rahukohtu 4-I | lat=59.43804 | long=24.74077 | directions= | phone=+372 680 5500 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://tallinn.mae.ro/en | email=tallinn@mae.ro | address=Ravala pst.5, et.5 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+372 715 1610 | tollfree= | fax=+372 715 1613 | hours=M-F 8:30-16:30 | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content= }} * {{flag|Sweden}} {{listing | name=Sweden | url=http://www.swedenabroad.com/Start____17837.aspx | email=swedemb@neti.ee | address=Pikk 28 | lat=59.43906 | long=24.74700 | directions= | phone=+372 640 5600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name=United Kingdom | url=http://ukinestonia.fco.gov.uk/en | email=TallinnConsular.Enquiries@fco.gov.uk | address=Wismari 6 | lat=59.43266 | long=24.73168 | directions= | phone=+372 667 4700 | tollfree= | fax=+372 667 4725 | hours=By appointment: M-Th: 10:00-Midday, 13:30-15:00 | price= | content= }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States | alt= | url=https://ee.usembassy.gov/ | email=USASaatkond@state.gov | address=Kentmanni 20 | lat=59.43047 | long=24.75165 | directions= | phone=+372 668 8100 | tollfree= | fax=+372 668 8265 | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Go next== * [[Maardu]] &ndash; A neighboring town 15 km east. * [[North_Estonia#See|Jägala Falls]] &ndash; 20 km east, is Estonia's largest waterfall. * [[Lahemaa National Park]] &ndash; About 50&nbsp;km east, a place to find some nice forests, coast, swamps, beautiful bogs, and 4 interesting manors. Good for a day trip or even hikes with overnighting at the park. * [[Soomaa National Park]] &ndash; About 60 km south and second largest national park in Estonia, known for its swamps and bogs (Soomaa means "land of bogs" in Estonian), and its "fifth season". Surprisingly, swimming is popular there and is said to rejuvenate the skin. * [[Kaberneeme]] &ndash; A village about 40&nbsp;km east on the coast. The village has a 2&nbsp;km long beach area with pine tree forests edging right up to the shore. * [[Viljandi]] &ndash; A beautiful, ancient and hilly city, known for its annual Viljandi Folk Music Festival, beautiful old town and overwhelming and picturesque park around the old castle. * [[Tartu]] &ndash; 2 hr by car, 2 hr 30 min by bus, south east. Museum-rich and hanseatic city on the banks of the Emajõgi River. Also, Estonia's second-largest and oldest city, intellectual hub famous for its universities, and a lively student city. * [[Paldiski]] &ndash; 40 km west, this former Soviet closed city is a great place to see remains of Soviet military and industrial infrastructure. * Hop on the ferry and you are in [[Helsinki]], [[Finland]] in 2 hours. Remember to bring your passport (for citizens of the European Union a national ID card will suffice). * There are convenient long-distance busses that travel in four hours to [[Riga]], [[Latvia]]. Especially those by Lux Express have seats similar to airplane seats, including screens for watching media. {{routebox | image1=Tabliczka_E67.svg | imagesize1=22 | link1=[[European route E67]] | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Helsinki]] | minorl1=[[Image:Ferry.png|18px]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Riga]] | minorr1=[[Pärnu]] | image2=Tabliczka E263.svg | imagesize2=22 | link2=[[European route E263]] | directionl2=NW | majorl2=END | minorl2= | directionr2=SE | majorr2=[[Setomaa|Luhamaa]] | minorr2=[[Tartu]] | image3=Tabliczka E20.svg | imagesize3=22 | link3= [[European route E20]] | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Stockholm]] | minorl3=[[Image:Ferry.png|18px]] | directionr3=E | majorr3=[[Saint Petersburg]] | minorr3=[[Narva]] | image4=Tabliczka E265.svg | imagesize4=22 | link4= [[European route E265]] | directionl4=W | majorl4=[[Paldiski]] | minorl4=[[Keila]] | directionr4=E | majorr4=END }} {{guidecity}} {{geo|59.437222|24.745278}} {{isPartOf|North Estonia}} 4cxewdw4037dpckwp5oc1swtvs9e7t8 5328326 5328325 2026-08-14T14:18:17Z JIP 72610 /* Mid-range */ organised listings alphabetically 5328326 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Tallinn EE banner.jpg|dotm=yes|unesco=yes|caption=Old Town seen from Pirita tee}} '''Tallinn''' is [[Estonia]]'s capital and largest city. Tallinn is an important port of the Baltic Sea, with the busy passenger section of the port reaching the foothill of the picturesque medieval Old Town, which has been astonishingly well preserved and is a {{UNESCO}} since 1997. ==Understand== On the shore of the Gulf of Finland, it is a city of over 450,000 inhabitants (2023). It is home to a third of the country's population, and is also the capital of Harju County in [[North Estonia|Northern Estonia]]. In a striking contrast to its Old Town, its immediate outskirts are filled with a cluster of modern office towers, with intermittent architectural monuments to the [[Soviet Union|Soviet era]]. Further out, you will find a bewildering variety of historic and modern neighbourhoods, religious, civic, industrial and maritime heritage. This all provides for the city seeing very sizeable tourist traffic given its size, which in turn means the infrastructure is robust and extensive. === History === [[File:Tallinn Vaade linnale 1816.jpg|thumbnail|right|Tallinn skyline in a painting from 1816]] Tallinn is a historic city dating back to medieval times. The first fortress on Toompea was built around 1050 and Tallinn was possibly first recorded on a world map in 1154. In 1219, the city was conquered by Valdemar II of Denmark and it became a member of the [[Hanseatic League]] in 1285. The city, known as '''Reval''' at the time, prospered as a trading town in the 14th century, and much of Tallinn's historic centre was built at this time. Tallinn then became a pawn in the geopolitical games of its big neighbours, passing into [[Swedish Empire|Swedish hands]] in 1561 and then to the [[Russian Empire]] under Peter the Great in 1710. By [[World War I]] and the ensuing brief Estonian independence (starting 1918) Tallinn's population had reached 150,000. Estonia was occupied by the [[Soviet Union]] in 1940, conquered by Nazi Germany (1941–44), and then retaken by the Soviets. In [[World War II in Europe|World War II]], the city was quite extensively bombed by the Soviets, although luckily the medieval town survived. The Soviet Union undertook a program of massive East Slavic migration, and just over 40% of Tallinn's current inhabitants are Slavic (compared to an average of 28% for the entire country). On 20 August 1991, Estonia declared independence and Tallinn became its capital once again. === Present day === [[File:Ayuntamiento, vistas panorámicas desde Toompea, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 21.JPG|thumbnail|right|View from the Old Town towards the modern skyline of Tallinn]] Today Tallinn is a bustling, gleaming city. However, among the tall glassy buildings and corporate headquarters, Tallinn retains an inner charm seldom found elsewhere. Estonia considers itself a Northern European/Nordic country, with very close ethnic, linguistic and cultural ties to [[Finland]] and cultural ties to Scandinavia, and visiting Tallinn you will find a mix of at least three architectures in this very visual city—old Europe (the city walls with rustic buildings and charming living areas with well-preserved and colourful wooden houses of bourgeois taste of 1920s), Soviet brutalist (concrete apartment blocks), and modern Europe (including McDonald's next to the city walls!) Tourism is important for Tallinn and this is especially visible in the old town where almost every door leads into a souvenir shop, restaurant or bar. Unsurprisingly the majority of visitors are day trippers from Finland. The neighbours from across the bay usually know their way around without a map and have already seen the sights of Tallinn a couple of times. They come to enjoy low prices on practically all goods and services from restaurant meals to fuel and even plastic surgeries, not to forget as much alcohol as the customs regulations allow you to bring into Finland! * [https://visittallinn.ee/ Visit Tallinn] tourist information. === Districts === [[File:Tallinna linnaosad.png|thumbnail|right|The districts of Tallinn - tourists will probably spend most of their time in ''Kesklinn'' (the city centre), which includes the Old Town]] Tallinn is made up of 8 administrative districts (''linnaosa''), which are further divided into numerous quarters (''asum''). Most of the points of interest to tourists are located in the seaside districts. The districts of Tallinn are: * '''Kesklinn''' - literally meaning "city centre" and being just what the label says, this district includes the main part of the Port of Tallinn, the Old Town (''Vanalinn''), Tallinn's central business district with its skyscrapers and many other tourist attractions in the quarters surrounding them, including the ''Kadriorg'' park and palace and most of the coastline of Lake Ülemiste except for the part immediately adjacent to the airport * '''Haabersti''' - the westernmost district with the extensive coastline holds the Estonian Open Air Museum, the Tallinn Zoo and the Saku Suurhall Arena * '''Põhja-Tallinn''' - literally meaning "north Tallinn", extends north of the railway line and includes the industrial part of the Port of Tallinn, as well as many monuments to its military heritage, the Maritime Academy and the quarter of ''Kalamaja'' known for its wooden houses * '''Pirita''' - the least populous district of Tallinn stretches along the eastern part of its coast and includes both a popular beach and a forest. This is one of Estonia's most desirable places to live, in single-family houses, for the affluent, and home to some tourist attractions as well, including Tallinn's TV Tower or the Botanic Gardens * '''Lasnamäe''' - the most populous district of Tallinn holds over a quarter of its inhabitants in the large Communist-era blocks of flats, but apart from the airport it has little of interest to the tourists * '''Nõmme''' - formerly an independent town founded as a leisure/summer residence, Nõmme remains green and sparsely inhabited, with rich architectural heritage and many private villas. It ranks as one of the country's most affluent areas. * '''Kristiine''' and '''Mustamäe''' are residential districts southwest of the centre. ===Climate=== {{climate chart |Tallinn |-5.5 |-0.7 |56.0 |-6.2 |-1.0 |40.0 |-3.7 |2.8 |37.0 |0.7 |9.5 |35.0 |5.2 |15.4 |37.0 |9.8 |19.2 |68.0 |13.1 |22.2 |82.0 |12.3 |21.0 |85.0 |8.4 |16.1 |58.0 |3.7 |9.5 |78.0 |-0.2 |4.1 |66.0 |-3.1 |1.2 |59.0 |float=right |clear=right |source=[[:w:Tallinn]] |description= }} At these latitudes winters are dark and cold and temperatures under −20°C (−5°F) are not unheard of from December to February. Thankfully, the sea moderates the winter temperatures a bit. Spring is the driest season and while there are often sub-zero temperatures at night until well into May, the snow usually disappears towards the end of March and the days are getting gradually warmer. Summer months are pleasant with day temperatures of 20–30°C (70–85°F) in July and August; however, if it's raining, temperatures are lower. The summer is the best time of the year to visit Tallinn. Although Tallinn doesn't experience the Midnight Sun, in midsummer it doesn't get really dark at night. Usually you will need your jacket again towards the latter half of September. The autumn is the "rainy season" and with both temperatures and the leaves falling, Tallinn doesn't look very attractive this time of the year. However the greyness is covered up by the snow that usually arrives in early December. Visiting Tallinn in December when the Old Town is beautifully covered in snow and Christmas decorations is not a bad idea. ===Tourist office=== * {{listing | name=Tourist Information Centre in Old Town | alt= | url=http://www.tourism.tallinn.ee/fpage/travelplanning/touristinformation | email=turismiinfo@tallinnlv.ee | address=Niguliste 2 / Kullassepa 4 | lat=59.43649 | long=24.74437 | directions= | phone=+372 645 7777 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Get in== [[File:Morning in Tallinn Harbor.jpg|thumb|right|Tallinn's port at night]] ===By boat=== {{see also|Baltic Sea ferries|Cruising the Baltic Sea|Boating on the Baltic Sea}} All ferries dock at '''Reisisadam''' port, to the north of the centre. Tallink uses {{Marker|type=go|lat=59.4434 | long=24.7673|name=Terminal D}} at the south-eastern side of the bay and Eckerö and Viking the {{Marker|type=go|lat=59.4447 | long=24.7619|name=Terminal A/B}} at the northwestern side. Walking between the two terminals takes about 5 minutes over a pedestrian bridge crossing the marina. At Terminal A/B you can grab a useful '''free city map''' just before exiting the terminal. From there, tram 2 operates to the city centre (A. Laikmaa stop) and the intercity bus station (Bussijaam) in one direction, and to the train and regional bus station (Balti jaam stop) in the other direction. Or, you can take a leisurely 15-min walk toward the Old Town that is easily visible from the terminals. View a [https://transport.tallinn.ee/#tram/map,tallinna-linn,tram,2/en map of route 2]. The walk from the port to the centre has improved a lot compared to the olden days as most of the developments along Sadama street have been completed, and the road crossings have been made more pedestrian-friendly. ==== From Helsinki ==== The most common [http://www.ts.ee ferry route] is from [[Helsinki]], [[Finland]] to Tallinn Port, which has upwards of 20 departures daily. Depending on the ferry, journey time is 1½–3½ hours. Prices average €16–30 one way, depending on operator, season (summer costs more), day of week (Fridays and Saturdays cost more) and time of day (to Tallinn in the morning and back in the evening is popular and hence more expensive). Particularly popular are '''day cruises''', which can go for as little as €19 return. All ferries also carry cars, from €25 one way. Bicycles can be taken for around €5 one way. Bikes on car ferries must go through vehicle check-in, which closes earlier than passenger check-in, so plan for extra time. [[File:Atlantica vs Classica.jpg|thumb|Cruise ships moored in Tallinn harbour]] The following companies operate ferries between Tallinn and Helsinki: * {{listing | name=Eckerö Line | alt= | url=http://www.eckeroline.fi/en/default.aspx | email=info.ee@eckeroline.ee | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+372 664 6000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-02-19 | content=Operates only one ship, the 2,000-passenger ''Finlandia'' (thrice daily, travel time 2½ hr). Often the cheapest fares. If you take the morning sailing to Tallinn and the evening sailing back you will have about eight hours in Tallinn. }} * {{listing | name=Tallink Silja | alt= | url=http://www.tallinksilja.com | email=booking@tallink.ee | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+372 640 9808 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-03-24 | content=Up to 6 departures daily on large Shuttles Star and Superstar (2 hr). They also operate the MS Baltic Queen (3½ hr), a 2,800-passenger cruise ship for easy overnight stays in Tallinn. Discounts are available to Eurail pass holders. As this company has more departures you will have more flexibility planning your day trip. }} * {{listing | name=Viking Line | alt= | url=http://www.vikingline.fi | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Large ''Viking XPRS'' ferry (2½ hr). Departs Helsinki midday and late in the evening. The day departure from Helsinki is very late (11:30) so on a cruise, you will have less than four hours to spend in Tallinn (you need to be back on board half an hour before departure) before the ship sails back. On Sundays the ship leaves even earlier. If taking this boat you would better stay overnight in Tallinn if you want to do any serious sightseeing. }} Eckerö and Viking usually have the cheapest fares, as they are more geared towards day-trippers and the party crowd who tend to spend more in the bars, restaurants and shops on board. Tallink is more geared towards frequent travellers such as Estonians working in Finland. ====Other regular ferry routes==== * Tallink also offers a year-round daily overnight service from [[Stockholm]] taking 16 hr. ====Using your own boat==== [[File:Harbour in Tallinn (7950105978).jpg|thumbnail|right|Boats and yachts in the Tallinn Port marina]] You can sail with a yacht to the harbour for recreational vessels: * {{go | name=Old City Marina (Vanasadama Jahisadam) | alt= | url=https://www.ts.ee/en/old-city-marina/ | email= | address= | lat=59.4423 | long=24.7590 | directions= | phone=+372 631 8588 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Extremely sheltered guest harbor 10 minute walk from old city. Read instructions on https://www.ts.ee/en/old-city-marina/practical-information/ on how to enter harbor since you need to pass through heavily trafficed cruise ship harbor and request opening of a pedestrian bridge to reach the guest harbor. To do this correctly you need to be in contant with the guest harbor on either VHF or phone. Sauna included in harbor fee. }} * {{go | name=Noblessner marina (Noblessneri sadam) | alt= | url=https://noblessner.ee/en/noblessner-marina/ | email=port@noblessner.ee | address=Tööstuse 48 | lat=59.4523 | long=24.7289 | directions= | phone=+372 5688 8825 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=The water area of ​​the port is safely protected from the waves by two breakwaters. }} ===By plane=== [[File:Aeropuerto Internacional de Tallinn, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 04.JPG|thumbnail|right|Tallinn Airport is a relatively small one, serving around 2 million passengers annually]] * {{go | name=Tallinn Airport | alt={{IATA|TLL}}; also known as Lennart Meri Tallinn Airport or Ülemiste Airport | url=http://www.tallinn-airport.ee | email= | address= | lat=59.416389 | long=24.799167 | directions={{km|2}} south-east of the city centre on the eastern shore of Lake Ülemiste, in the district of Ülemiste | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tallinn Airport | image=Tallinn airport.jpg | wikidata=Q630524 | lastedit=2020-07-25 | content=International airport within the city limits. A small and pleasantly quiet airport, it has a good choice of cafés and ''free Wi-Fi'' throughout the terminal building. Car rental desks are located on the bottom floor next to the entrance. }} Despite serving a capital city, Lennart Meri Airport has few connections to major hubs across Europe; planning your travel to Tallinn may be tricky depending on your origin or next destination. The airport has no intercontinental flights, the longest flights being towards Turkey and the Mediterranean. Most flights to the airport are operated by the Latvian flag carrier Air Baltic, which has its second hub there. Further connections are offered by some carriers, mostly Star Alliance members, Finnair, and low-fare airlines like Ryanair, Wizz Air, EasyJet and Norwegian. It is thus much more interesting, and cheaper, to travel to Estonia via a major hub in northern and central Europe. '''Land transport''': * '''Taxis''' to the old town should cost €7–10. The Bolt app is more popular than Uber (it's Estonian after all!) * '''Tram #2''' and '''Tram #4''' link the airport with the city centre. * '''[https://transport.tallinn.ee/#bus/2/a-b/21102-1/map/en Bus #2]''' and [https://transport.tallinn.ee/#bus/15/a-b/21204-1/map/en '''Bus #15'''] depart roughly every 12–15 min to the centre. To get to the city, catch the bus travelling towards ''Balti Jaam'' or ''Estonia'', and not towards ''Mõigu'', which is a residential area on the outskirts of the city. The journey to Balti Jaam (the central railway station close to the old town) takes some 20 minutes. Tickets are €2 and you can use your contactless payment card (at the front-most ticket reader only), [https://tallinn.pilet.ee/buy purchase a ticket online] or buy a rechargeable ''Ühiskaart'' from the R-Kiosk located in the terminal building (see [[#Public Transport|Transport]]). Drivers do not sell tickets. You can also hop on one of the hourly [https://luxexpress.eu/en/ '''Lux Express'''] buses to [[Tartu]]. They stop in front of the terminal. Tickets are cheaper online in advance, but can be also bought from the driver or from the ticket machine installed on the ground floor of the terminal building. Buses to other Estonian destinations depart from the city bus station (see below) and do not stop at the airport. ===By train=== [[File:Balti jaam.JPG|thumb|''Balti Jaam'' at night]] Since Jan 2025, one train a day runs from [[Vilnius]] in Lithuania, leaving at 07:00 and reaching [[Riga]] in Latvia about 11:45, then Valga, Tartu and Tallinn around 17:30. The return westbound leaves Tallinn at 10:25 and Riga at 16:50 to reach Vilnius around 21:00. * {{go | name=Train station | alt=Balti jaam | url=https://baltijaam.ee/en/ | email= | address=Toompuiestee 37 | lat=59.440275 | long=24.736919 | directions=immediately west of the Old Town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Balti jaam | image=Baltia station.jpg | wikidata=Q805683 | lastedit=2022-09-25 | content=The hub of local Estonian trains operated by '''[http://www.elron.ee Elron]''' with trains from [[Tartu]], [[Viljandi]], [[Paldiski]], and a few other Estonian cities. }} ===By bus=== [[File:Tallinn Bus Station.JPG|thumbnail|right|The big neon sign makes the ''Bussijaam'' easy to find at night]] * {{go | name=Intercity Bus Station | alt=Bussijaam | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.4272 | long=24.7738 | directions=on Tartu mnt. halfway between the city centre and the airport | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-20 | content=You can easily walk here from the Old Town in 20 min, or use public transport (buses #2, 17, 23; trams #2, 4). }} Frequent buses operate between Tallinn and other cities in [[Estonia]]. Domestic bus schedules and prices can be found at [http://www.tpilet.ee/en Tpilet.ee] and [http://www.peatus.ee/#route_search/eng Peatus.ee] (a good trip planner as well). International buses run frequently between Tallinn and [[Riga]], [[Latvia]] (4½ hr) with continuing service to [[Vilnius]], [[Lithuania]] and the rest of Europe. A few buses also still (?) run between Tallinn and [[St. Petersburg]], [[Russia]] (€25–30, 8 hr). Free Wi-Fi is usually available on board. The following bus companies operate international bus service to Tallinn: * '''[http://www.ecolines.net/en Ecolines]''' * '''[http://www.luxexpress.eu/en Lux Express]''' * [https://www.flixbus.com/ '''FlixBus'''] ==Get around== {{Mapframe|59.43790|24.74512|zoom=14}} {{mapshapes|Q660474}} The Old Town is best navigated on foot, not that you have much choice. A network of buses, trams and trolleybuses covers the rest of the city. There is an abundance of relatively cheap taxis. Before you jump in a random taxi car make sure you check the price on the window of the car. In Tallinn there are more than 20 taxi companies and some can be a rip-off. [[Image:Tallinn tram.jpg|thumb|right|A tram passes by the Old Town]] ===By public transport=== [[File:Tallinn tram map December 2025.svg|thumb|[[File:Tram-Logo.svg|20px]] network (2025)]] '''[http://www.tallinnlt.ee/en/ TLT]''' operates frequent bus, trolley and tram services daily 06:00-23:59. [https://transport.tallinn.ee/#tallinna-linn/map/en Timetables] and [https://gis.tallinn.ee/veebikaart/?REQUEST=Main&page=page_4&task=3 maps] are available in English. It is possible to use a contactless payment card (Mastercard, Maestro, Visa and Visa Electron) to buy a one-hour (60 min) ticket for €2. As you board a public transport vehicle, you will be required to validate your trip every time by swiping the payment card at the rectangular orange validators in the front of the vehicle. If you see a green light, your trip has been validated. The system tracks your daily usage and automatically bills your bank account for the cheapest ticket you are entitled to for the day, meaning the maximum you will pay in a single day for an unlimited amount of trips is the price of a one-day ticket (€5.50). '''Rechargeable "green card"''' (Ühiskaart), which is a brand new, cash-free, and smart way of payment. Use your card to ''touch a bright orange box'' every time you enter the bus: a single 1-hour ticket (€2, transfer allowed) will be charged automatically and on each day individual tickets will total until the price of the day ticket (€5.50) is reached (as of August 2026). Alternatively, the card can be charged for unlimited travel for 3 days, 5 days, or one month. Get this card from one of the abundant R-kiosks for €2, a refundable deposit which is only refundable in limited locations. Refund is available at the R-Kiosk of the Tallinn Airport, Old City Harbour Terminal A and D, Balti jaam and the service desk of bus station ([https://www.tallinn.ee/eng/pilet/Ticket-information-for-tourists details]). You can charge the card immediately or [http://www.pilet.ee do it later on-line] (major credit cards accepted). If you have internet access, you can purchase a single ride for €2 or day ticket for €5.50 online by debit/credit cards (multiple rides/passengers can be purchased at the same time) using [https://tallinn.pilet.ee/buy Pilet.ee] website or mobile app. After payment, you will receive a QR code which can be scanned at the bright orange box only on the front door of the bus/tram as proof of payment. You can also load [http://www.pilet.ee pilet.ee] mobile app to buy tickets. The [http://www.tourism.tallinn.ee/fpage/tallinncard Tallinn Card] includes unlimited use of public transport. Bus, trams, and trolleybuses form an extensive network with the major bus hub at ''Estonia''. Some lines also terminate at the nearby underground bus hub underneath ''Viru Keskus''. Vehicles are coloured according to their type. City buses are green, trams are mostly red/white, and trolleybuses are blue. Except for some 'retro' trams, the entire fleet of city transport is low-floor and accessible. Due to fleet and contact network renewal, the trolleybuses are temporarily out of service until 2026, and replaced by regular buses with an 8 in front if the line number (e.g. trolleybus route 1 is now bus route 81). [https://www.ytkpohja.ee/about-us Põhja-Eesti Public Transport Centre]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} is a local authority which organizes public transport in Harju County, the province surrounding Tallinn. Public transport is cheaper in and around Tallinn than overland prices of the same distance. This is due to the zone structure of Tallinn. Thus, many sights even an hour away from Tallinn (e.g. [[North Estonia#See|Jägala Falls]]) are highly affordable, as long as they are within the zones. Information about [https://www.ytkpohja.ee/piletitsoonid zone boundaries]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} and [https://www.ytkpohja.ee/piletite-hinnad ticket prices]{{Dead link|date=June 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} are available. ===By taxi=== [[File:Taxis in Talliin old town.JPG|thumbnail|Taxis in Tallinn come in all sorts and sizes, and have no particular colour or unifying features apart from the taxi sign on the roof and the stickers on the doors]] Tallinn has many different taxi companies and independent taxis. There is no standardised base price or price per km. Some tourist scam taxis have absurdly high prices, and as long as those prices are displayed on the sticker in the window and on the dashboard, they are completely legal. The locals never take those taxis: their sole ''modus operandi'' is to prey on innocent tourists. Do as the locals do, and order a taxi by phone. Do not accept offers from taxi drivers waiting at the harbour or train station. Do not accept offers from taxi drivers who approach you at the airport. The same goes for any taxi that looks shabby or does not carry the logo of one of the reputable companies. Also be wary of taxis that look overly luxurious: large Mercedes, TV-screens inside, usually only a very small and vague logo on the door. If you're obviously drunk and are taking one of those questionable taxis from the harbour, you might be driven to some bar or strip club the taxi driver is collaborating with. Usually you will proceed to have a few drinks there without asking for the price and will then be presented with a [[Common scams#Clip joint|huge bill]]. Taxis hanging out in front of nightclubs often have the highest prices. '''Ride-hailing''' services (Bolt, Uber, Yandex.Taxi) are very common in Tallinn, see [[Estonia#By taxi]]. Some reputable local taxi companies are (rates as of July 2020): * '''[https://www.tallinktakso.ee/takso24 Takso24]{{Dead link|date=December 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; A taxi company owned by Tallink, which practically offers all the same amenities as Tallink Takso, but the price is clearly cheaper (during the day €0.60/km and at night €0.75/km + €2.95 ride start fee) * '''[http://www.sobratakso.ee Sõbratakso]{{Dead link|date=July 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; "Economy" taxis with a mixed car fleet, somewhat cheaper than the competition (price per kilometer €0.49/km + €2.29 as the starting fee for the ride). Unlike many other economy taxis, the cars are clean and the drivers competent. * '''[http://www.tulika.ee Tulika Takso]{{Dead link|date=March 2024 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; By no means from the cheapest end (during the day €0.79/km and at night €0.89/km + €3.85 ride start fee), but the availability is good and the cars are clean. Usually white Toyota Avensis. * '''[http://www.tallinktakso.ee Tallink Takso]''' &ndash; Certainly one of the most expensive taxi companies in Tallinn (during the day €0.99/km and at night €1.10/km + €3.95 ride start fee), but the cars are clean and their availability is also good. Yellow Mercedes B-class, Audi A6, Skoda Superb or Hyundai I30 Wagon (not to confuse with Tallinn Taxi, who also have their cars painted yellow). Other taxi companies (rates as of July 2020): * '''[http://www.amigotakso.ee Amigo Takso]''' &ndash; daytime €2 + €0.40/km, nights €2 + €0.40/km * '''[http://www.kroonitakso.ee/ Krooni Takso]''' &ndash; daytime €2.50 + €0.50/km, nights €2.50 + €0.55/km * '''[http://www.marabu.ee Marabu]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; daytime €2.50 + €0.50/km, nights €2.50 + €0.50/km * '''[http://www.qtakso.ee/ Q-Takso]''' &ndash; daytime €2 + €0.50/km, nights €2 + €0.50/km * '''[http://www.reval-takso.ee/ Reval Takso]{{Dead link|date=April 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; daytime €2.29 + €0.49/km, nights €2.29 + €0.49/km * '''[http://www.takso.ee/ E.T.X. Takso]''' &ndash; daytime €2.90 + €0.55/km, nights €2.90 + €0.70/km * '''[http://www.valktakso.ee/ Välk Takso]{{Dead link|date=January 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}''' &ndash; daytime €3.20 + €0.60/km, nights €3.20 + €0.70/km ===By car=== [[File:New and old trolley bus in Tallinn.jpg|thumb|Traffic in Tallinn]] The road rules and driving style in Tallinn can be confusing to tourists. The one and two way roads change frequently and some signposts are not descriptive. Another peculiarity to be found are roads with three lanes where you need to be a local to know if the lane in the middle is meant for traffic going in your direction or in the opposite direction. Traffic jams in Tallinn clear very quickly, however. The speed limit in Tallinn is 50 km/h, except some major streets such as Laagna tee, Pärnu mnt., Paldiski mnt., Peterburi tee etc., which have a speed limit of 70 km/h. ====Car rental==== In addition to traditional car hire, there are also the app-based [https://www.citybee.ee/en CityBee]{{cbignore}} and [https://bolt.eu/en/drive/ Bolt Drive], the cars of which can be picked up and dropped off in some public car parks. For these latter, you need a driving licence that the company can verify automatically on the net. ====Parking==== There is an abundance of parking, but you have to pay for it, although, in some cases, you can park free of charge for 15 minutes. To find a cheaper parking area, Parkopaedia mobile app generally helps, with up-to-date prices mapped for most central parking locations; it won't tell the current availability, though. Typical cost within walking distance from the centre is about €1.50 per hour, €5 for 24 hr. The locations of ticket machines, and other methods for paying for parking, aren't always obvious. The ticket machines are the easiest way of paying for your parking. With the ticket machine, just pay the price for the time you wish to park, push the green button, take the ticket and put it inside the windscreen where the parking attendant can see it. Prepare coins in advance, as credit cards and paper money are only accepted by parking machines in large indoor parkings, while places for breaking money can be difficult to find nearby. Mobile phone payment is popular with locals, but requires a local mobile contract. For tourists the mobile app "PARGI.EE" can be used to find prices and pay for parking either for street parking or for some of the most popular parking garages. For a rental car, a few helpful tips to avoid being fined are: # Each rental car should come with a '''plastic mock clock''' on the dashboard that should be clearly visible from the outside of the car. This clock is used to indicate when you first park at a location. For example if you park at 05:30, your plastic clock should be set to show 05:30. You can then park for free until 05:45. # Find a bright-orange vested parking inspector in order to determine what type of parking ticket you need. To ask for a parking ticket, say ''Palun, üks parkimispilet''. # Scratch the correct date and length of time you'll be parking. In kiosks and some grocery stores you can buy parking tickets that look like lottery tickets. The ticket is split into sections and they are written in both Estonian and English. Scratch off the date of usage. Then scratch off the time you wish the ticket to ''start''. Make sure it is clearly visible next to the clock on the dashboard. '''Signs prohibiting parking''' are not always well visible, one example is the area between the Terminal D in the port and the Norde Centrum shopping centre. Look out for signs with the word ''Eramaa'' – this is Estonian for "private" and means that parking is either prohibited or available for a fee. ===By bicycle=== [[File:Rocca al Mare life at night, Estonia.jpg|thumbnail|right|A bicycle trail between Stroomi beach and Rocca al Mare]] There are more than 180&nbsp;km of bicycle roads in Tallinn. The Eurovelo international route goes from west to east, giving you a good chance to ride comfortably through the city. Many bicycle roads are in green parts of the city and are meant more for recreation, although suitable for commuting. You can ride on every road, and use the sidewalk, though you must heed the pedestrians. Many hostels have bike rentals for their guests. * {{listing | type=around | name=City Bike | alt= | url=http://www.citybike.ee/ | email=mail@citybike.ee | address=Vene 33 | lat=59.4394588 | long=24.7485991 | directions=500&nbsp;m from Viru Street, McDonald's corner | phone=+372 511 1819 | tollfree= | hours=Oct-Apr 10:00-18:00, May-Sep 10:00-19:00 | price=€10-13 / 24 hr | content=Over 140 bicycles and lot of extra gear. Real cyclist centre with experienced staff, opened in 2003. Tours, good recommendations for day-routes in Tallinn and self-guided tours in all over Estonia. }} ===On foot=== The Old Town of Tallinn is very comfortably covered on foot, unless you have mobility issues. Audio guides in several languages are available for small charge at the tourist centres. ==See== [[File:Vistas panorámicas desde la iglesia de San Olaf, Tallinn, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 21-22 PAN.JPG|thumb|Toompea hill seen from the tower of St. Olof's church]] The [[Tenet tour]] is a showcase of sets of the 2020 film ''Tenet''. The [[Tallinn history tour]] is a walk through the city's long history. ===Kesklinn (city centre)=== ==== Toompea Hill ==== According to myth, the hill was built on top of the grave of legendary Estonian king Kalev, but more historically, its solid limestone and the site of the Danish castle that founded the city in 1219. Toompea was the home of the Danish and later Baltic German aristocracy and relations between the toffs and the plebs were often inflamed, which is why it's surrounded by thick walls and there's a gate tower (1380) guarding the entrance. Check out the '''viewpoints''', some of which give great views over the city. There's also a cluster of '''amber''' (''merevaik'') shops around here (no Estonian origin but popular among cruise tourists). [[File:Toompea loss 2014.jpg|thumbnail|right|Toompea Castle in winter]] [[File:Catedral de Alejandro Nevsky, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-11, DD 46.JPG|thumbnail|right|Alexander Nevsky Cathedral]] * {{see | name=Toompea Castle | alt=Parliament of Estonia | url=http://www.riigikogu.ee/?lang=en | email=ekskursioon@riigikogu.ee | address=Lossi plats 1A | lat=59.43561 | long=24.73743 | directions= | phone=+372 6316357 | tollfree= | hours=10:00–16:00 | price= | wikidata=Q859010 |lastedit=2021-08-14 | content=Seat of Estonian Parliament (''Riigikogu''). The castle complex consists of several parts: the western wall and the towers of Tall Hermann, Pilsticker and Landskrone built by the Danes between 13th and 15th centuries; the classic style building of the government of the Estonian Governorate built 1767–1773 by the Russians, and the building of the Riigikogu from the 1920s. It's believed that already in the middle of the 11th century there was an ancient Estonian wooden fortress on the location. }} * {{see | name=Alexander Nevsky Cathedral | alt= | url=https://nevskysobor.ee/ | email=nevsky@hot.ee | address=Lossi plats 10 | lat=59.43572 | long=24.73931 | directions= | phone=+372 644 3484 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A classic onion-domed Russian Orthodox church, built 1894–1900, during the Russification period when Estonia was part of the Russian Empire. In 1928, when Estonia was independent, it was argued that the church is a symbol of oppression and architecturally non-suitable, therefore should be demolished. But it survived also the Soviet times, and now is used by the Estonian Orthodox Church of Moscow Patriarchate. }} * {{see | name=St. Mary's Cathedral | alt=Tallinna toomkirik | url=http://toomkirik.ee | email=tallinna.toom@eelk.ee | address=Toom-Kooli 6 | lat=59.43697 | long=24.73911 | directions= | phone=+372 644 4140 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The oldest church in Tallinn, built as a Catholic church in 1229, but renovated and expanded many times since then. It became a Lutheran church in 1561. }} * {{see | name=Stenbock House | alt=Stenbocki Maja | url=https://riigikantselei.ee/en/stenbock-house | email= | address=Rahukohtu 3 | lat=59.43836 | long=24.74026 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Today, the Stenbock House is the seat of Estonia's government, but it was built as a courthouse in late 18th century, at the behest of the erstwhile Russian authorities. The Russian treasury eventually found itself unable to pay for the building, so the Count Stenbock, who erected the edifice, was left with it as his personal residence. The treasury was only able to buy it more than a century later, when it finally became the courthouse it was intended to be. }} * {{see | name=Estonian Knighthood House | alt=Eestimaa rüütelkonna hoone | url=http://www.artun.ee/ | email= | address=Kiriku plats 1 | lat=59.43711 | long=24.74014 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The green Renaissance revival building was erected in mid-19th century as the fourth consecutive home of the Estonian Kinghthood, a congregation of essentially German nobles who pratically controlled Estonia up to its independence in 1920s. Since 1920s, it played host to the Foreign Affairs Ministry, National Library, and the art collections on display at ''Kumu''. As of 2014, it is home of the Estonian Academy of Arts. The building is not open to the public as it is used for instruction and faculty work. }} ==== Vanalinn (Old Town) ==== The medieval Old Town (''Vanalinn'') of Tallinn was built in the 15–17th centuries, and is excellently preserved. It contains a large part of Tallinn's sights and is the only UNESCO world heritage site entirely in Estonia. As clichéd it may sound — you can't say you've been to Tallinn if you haven't visited the old town. This compact area is best explored on foot. [[File:Viru väravad 2.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Viru Gate]] [[File:Tallinna Raekoda 11-06-2013.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Town Hall]] [[File:Tallinna Niguliste kirik 22-03-2013.jpg|thumbnail|right|St. Nicholas Church]] [[File:Tallinn city wall.JPG|thumb|The city wall]] * {{see | name=Viru Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43656 | long=24.75028 | directions=Entrance to the Old Town via Viru Street | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This section of town is known as '''All-Linn''' or "Lower Town", as it's where the merchants and artisans of old Tallinn lived. Today, Viru is still Tallinn's trendiest shopping street and the entire All-Linn is the busiest (and most touristy) bit of Tallinn. }} * {{see | name=Town Hall Square | alt=Raekoja plats | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43738 | long=24.74553 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The square in the heart of the Old Town, just next to medieval Town Hall (''Raekoda''), ringed with cafes and restaurants. The square was used as a marketplace. }} * {{see | name=Town Hall | alt=Raekoda | url=http://raekoda.tallinn.ee/town-hall | email= | address=Raekoja plats 1 | lat=59.43699 | long=24.74532 | directions= | phone=+372 645 7900 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tallinn Town Hall, built at the turn of the 14th and 15th centuries, is the oldest town hall in the [[Nordic countries]] and [[Baltic states]]. Its heavy stone structure dominates the square. Nowadays it's used as a museum where smaller concerts are held. The weather vane on top of the spire is called Vana Toomas ("Old Thomas") and it has become a symbol of the city. }} * {{see | name=St. Olaf's church | alt=Oleviste kirik | url=http://www.oleviste.ee | email= | address=Lai 51 | lat=59.44136 | long=24.74786 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Tower €3 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content= Built in the 12th century. Today it is a Baptist church and probably the most visible landmark on the northern end of the Old Town. When Estonia was part of the Soviet Union the tower was used as a radio tower and a surveillance point. }} * {{see | name=St. Nicholas church | alt=Niguliste kirik | url=https://nigulistemuuseum.ekm.ee/en/st-nicholas-church/ | email= | address=Niguliste 3 | lat=59.43591 | long=24.74269 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-S<!-- is this Saturday or Sunday?--> 10:00-17:00 | price=adults €3.50, concessions €2 | content=St.Olaf's lookalike is at the other end of the Old Town. Heavily damaged in World War II and a fire in the 1980s, it is now an art museum and houses Bernt Notke's famous ''Danse Macabre'' from 1633. }} * {{see | name=Vabamu | alt=Museum of Occupations and Freedom | url=https://www.vabamu.ee/ | email=info@vabamu.ee | address=Toompea. 8 | lat=59.43254 | long=24.73943 | directions= | phone=+372 668 0250 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10:00-18:00 | price=Adult €15; concession €10; family €30 | lastedit=2025-09-02 | content=Educates and involves the people of Estonia and its visitors and encourages everyone to think about the recent past, to sense the fragility of freedom, and to stand for freedom and justice. }} * {{see | name=City Wall | url= | email= | address= |lat=59.43924 | long=24.74227 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€1.25 | content=A section of the City Wall can be climbed from the corner of Suur-Kloostri and Väike-Kloostri, with entry into three towers possible. Quite frankly, the views from up on Toompea are better, and the spiral staircases are steep and somewhat claustrophobic. }} * {{see | name=Estonian History Museum | alt=Great Guild | url=http://www.ajaloomuuseum.ee/en/ | email=post@ajaloomuuseum.ee | address=Pikk 17 | lat=59.43829 | long=24.74564 | directions= | phone=+372 6968 690 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 10:00-18:00 (1 May - 30 Sep); Th-Tu 10:00-18:00 (1 Oct - 30 Apr) | price=€14; discounted €9 | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=The History Museum's main location is the medieval Great Guild Hall. Here, the permanent exhibition takes you through 11,000 years of Estonian history by means ranging from striking exhibits of artifacts to interactive "time capsules". Topics covered include a surprisingly wide range, from coinage and wine to the history of the Great Guild building itself. On top of that, there are always some temporary exhibitions which usually serve as a link with present-day Estonia and Tallinn. }} * {{see | name=Estonian Maritime Museum | alt=Fat Margaret | url=https://meremuuseum.ee/en/ | email=booking@meremuuseum.ee | address=Pikk 70 | lat=59.4425 | long=24.7496 | directions=Trams 1/2 and bus 3 to Linnhall | phone=+372 6 200 550 | tollfree= | hours=May–Sep: daily 09:00 – 18:00; Oct–Apr: Tu–Su 10:00 – 18:00 | price=€15, combined ticket with Seaplane Harbour - €30 | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=The Maritime Museum dates back to 1935 and is housed inside the largest of the Tallinn city wall towers, aptly named "Fat Margaret" (''Paks Margareta''). Visiting the museum allows one not only to see the potpourri of maritime-themed artifacts, but also the 16th-century cannon tower and experience the view from the cafe on its roof. While the museum is the original location of the ''Meremuuseum'', you absolutely cannot miss their second location in the Seaplane Harbour, where the ships and airplanes are stored (see below). Next to the museum, facing the sea, is the Broken Line (''Katkenud liin'') monument to the 1994 [[MS Estonia]] shipwreck. }} * {{see | name=KGB Prison cells museum | alt= | url=https://vabamu.ee/en/tickets-info/ | email= | address=Pikk 61 | lat=59.44056 | long=24.74761 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Ticket 10 €, concession 8 € | lastedit=2025-09-02 | content=Now the Interior Ministry and not generally open to the public, this is where the KGB detained and tortured suspected dissidents. A Soviet-era joke says that this was the tallest building in Estonia: even from the basement, you could see Siberia. Interrogations were indeed conducted in the basement and you can see even today how the windows were crudely bricked up with concrete to mute the sound. }} * {{see | name=City Train for kids | alt=Thomas the Train | url=https://www.visittallinn.ee/eng/visitor/see-do/sightseeing/pid-178573/city-train | email= | address=Kullassepa 5 | lat=54.897 | long=24.743 | directions= | phone=+372 5887 7742 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=adult €6, child €4 | content=Departs every 20 minutes; so takes the round trip. }} * {{see | name=Kiek in de Kök | wikidata=Q914562 | content=An artillery tower, which is today a museum. }} ====Outside the Old Town==== [[File:Rotermann Quarter in Tallinn (7954402850).jpg|thumbnail|right|Rottermann Quarter]] [[File:Linnahall (by Pudelek).JPG|thumb|right|Linnahall]] [[File:Plaza de la Libertad, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 01.JPG|thumb|right|Freedom Square]] * {{see | name=Freedom Square | alt= | url= | email= | address=Vabaduse väljak | lat=59.43371 | long=24.74407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The Freedom Square is one of the main squares in Tallinn, featuring the simple and elegant St. John's Church from the 1860s and the contemporary Victory Column, erected in 2009 to commemorate the Estonian War of Independence of 1918-1920. The square looks especially spectacular at night, when the column is lit up. }} * {{see | name=Rottermann Quarter | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43877 | long=24.75595 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An industrial district between the city and the Tallinn Port. The buildings are from the 19th and 20th century, with motifs of Art Nouveau and Historicism. New and stylish apartment buildings with shopping centre have now been built there widely regarded as architectural masterpiece in Tallinn. }} * {{see | name=Tallinn Linnahall | alt= | url=http://www.linnahall.ee | email= | address=Mere pst. 20 | lat=59.446667 | long=24.752778 | directions=stop: Linnahall Bus 3 or #90K (Airport bus) to stop 7 and then a 5-min walk to the Linda line terminal past the Domina Inn Ilmarine hotel | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1810907 | lastedit=2025-06-29 | content=A fine example of Soviet Brutalist architecture designed by Raine Karp and Riina Altmäe and built for the 22nd Moscow Summer Olympic Games in 1980 for sailing events held in Tallinn. Scale the exterior of this crumbling monumental eulogy to mass culture and marvel at the fact that beneath its crumbling exterior lies a 5,000-seat amphitheatre (that last held a concert in 2008) and a 3,000-seat ice rink. It is closed to the public as negotiations regarding its redevelopment continue. It is maybe a last chance to see part of Tallinn's overlooked architectural heritage in its current form. }} * {{see | name=Estonian Firefighting Museum | alt= | url=http://www.tuletorjemuuseum.ee/en | email=muuseum@rescue.ee | address=Raua 2 | lat=59.43511 | long=24.76388 | directions= | phone=+372 53 028 404 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M–Th 09:00 – 17:00, F 09:00 – 15:30 | price= | content= }} * {{see |name=Contemporary Art Museum of Estonia (EKKM)|alt=Eesti Kaasaegse Kunsti Muuseum|url=http://www.ekkm.ee/en/|email=info@ekkm.ee |address=Põhja pst. 35|lat=59.4450426|long=24.7512926|directions=coming from the old town, just walk towards Linnahall; the museum is located just after the small road that is behind Kulturikatel |phone=+372 53305449|tollfree=|fax= |hours=April to December: Tu–Su 12:00–19:00 (you may want to double-check online) |price=Free admission, donations very welcome |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=Already when entering, this place plays with what a museum should look like: you enter into a café. The exhibition rooms are diverse, as they make use of old industrial space. The shows are prepared by artists, hence the place builds a bridge between the upcoming and the established scene. }} * {{see | name=Peter the Great's Naval Fortress | alt=Peeter Suure merekindluse suurtükipatarei | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.58384 | long=24.74915 | directions=on the Aegna Island, 14 km north | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=In the 18th century, the coastal protection batteries, part of the larger Peter the Great’s sea fortress system, were built in the island. }} ==== Kadriorg quarter ==== A beautiful and rich seaside resort district with mostly wooden buildings from the 18–20th centuries, and 20th-century Art Deco and Functionalist structures. It also includes the baroque pearl of Estonia, the Kadriorg Palace and Garden. [[File:Tallinn asv2022-04 img22 Kadriorg Palace.jpg|thumb|Kadriorg palace and park]] [[File:Le KUMU, musée dart estonien (Tallinn) (7637588430).jpg |thumbnail|right|The National Art Museum]] * {{see | name=Kadriorg Palace | alt= | url=https://kadriorumuuseum.ekm.ee/en/ | email= | address=Weizenbergi 37 | lat=59.4384 | long=24.791 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M Tu Th–Su 10:00–18:00, W 10:00–20:00 | price=€8 (for the palace) | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=An imperial Russian summer residence built by Italian architect Niccolo Michetti for Tsar Peter the Great in 1718. It is in a 90-ha (222-acre) park in the eastern part of the city. The Tsar, a classic and mysterious Russian soul, preferred to stay in a modest house nearby. This event signified the beginning of Tallinn's fame as a summer resort for noble and rich Russians for most of the 18th and 19th centuries. The palace houses some painting collections and other art. A portion of the complex is now occupied by the Office of the President and not available to the public. }} * {{see | name=National Art Museum KUMU | alt= | url=https://kumu.ekm.ee | email= | address=Weizenbergi 37/Valge 1 | lat=59.4362 | long=24.79614 | directions=stop: Kumu | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€14/28/9 adult/family/discount | content=Opened in 2006, this is the largest government-built building since the liberation and it is an almost 50,000 m² (538,196 ft²). The museum, whose architecture is by itself enough to justify the visit, houses a cyclopic house, partly cut out of limestone rock. Permanent exhibition is obviously focused on Estonian art in a wide interval of time. Quality of many pieces is very good and well worth a visit. Also very interesting is the (not too spontaneous) turn of interests of artists toward socialist themes during the USSR period. Exhibitions of modern art, mixed with net/social applications, are often surprising and amusing. Not to be missed or overlooked. }} * {{see | name=Song Festival Grounds | alt= | url=http://lauluvaljak.ee/en/ | email= | address= | lat=59.44438 | long=24.80794 | directions=stops: Oru, Lasnamägi, or Lauluväljak | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A huge Modernist structure where the All Estonian Song Festival, which is held every five years, features 34,000 singers and dancers in addition to a massive audience. The festival played an important role in Estonia getting free from the Soviet Union at its fall. }} === Pirita === Pirita includes forest parks, Botanic Gardens and Metsakalmistu (the last resting place of well-known Estonians). A few km east of the city centre along the seaside road. [[File:Tallinn TV Tower.jpg|thumbnail|right|The Botanical Gardens seen from the TV Tower]] * {{see | name=Tallinn TV Tower | alt= | url=http://www.teletorn.ee | email= | address=Kloostrimetsa 58a | lat=59.47127 | long=24.88738 | directions=stop: Motoklubi | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€18 |lastedit=2025-09-05| content=A 314&nbsp;m high, free-standing structure with an observation deck on the 21st floor which, with its 170 m, is the highest in Northern Europe. It offers spectacular views across Tallinn and, on a clear day, you can see Finland. }} * {{see | name=Tallinn Botanical Gardens | alt= | url=http://www.botaanikaaed.ee/en/ | email= | address= | lat=59.4688 | long=24.88073 | directions=Bus no: 34A or 38 stop: Kloostrimetsa | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Visitor center 10-19, outdoor gardens 09-20, greenhouses 11-19, territory closes every day at 21 | price=€7.50 online ticket, €4.50 concession | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=The Tallinn Botanic Garden is in the eastern outskirts of Tallinn, 10&nbsp;km from the city centre and 3&nbsp;km from the Pirita Sailing and Recreation Centre.It is a must see destination for nature and plant lovers. The "greenhouse" located near the ticket office houses variety of plants, flowers, trees, cactus family and lot more. Spring temperature is maintained always inside the greenhouse, even during winter season. The outdoor garden is vast and has varied flower collections. }} * {{see | name=Metsakalmistu Cemetery | url= | email= | address=Pirita | lat=59.47159 | long=24.87120 | directions=stop: Metsakalmistu, Bus no 34A or 38 | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tallinn's most famous cemetery, housing Estonia’s presidents Konstantin Päts and Lennart Meri, as well as chess player Paul Keres. If you're not there to see the graves of Estonian celebrities, it's a peaceful experience to just stroll among the trees. }} * {{see | name=Holy Birgitta Monastery | url=http://www.piritaklooster.ee/?lang=en | email= | address= | lat=59.4666 | long=24.8360 | directions=Pirita beach area, 5km from the city centre | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A monastery of Scandinavian female saints, as well as a landmark of 16th-century catacombs and ruins. It includes a guest house operated by the nuns. }} === Põhja-Tallinn === [[File:8179 elamu Niine 10.jpg|thumbnail|right|One of the wooden houses of Kalamaja]] [[File:Renoveeritud angaari sisevaade.jpg|thumbnail|right|Inside the Seaplane Harbour hangars]] * {{see | name=Kalamaja Quarter | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.44563 | long=24.73456 | directions=north west from Old Town | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The oldest suburb of Tallinn, dating back to the 14th century. It was probably inhabited by fishermen (''Kalamaja'' means "Fish house") and mostly houses workers. The current wooden buildings are from the 19th century. }} * {{see | name=Patarei (Battery) Prison |alt=| url=http://www.patarei.org/ | email= | address=Kalaranna 2 | lat=59.45012 | long=24.74182 | directions= | phone=+372 504 6536 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |lastedit=2019-08-28| content=Built by Tsar Nicholas I in 1820 as a fortress to protect the city from the sea-born attacks, it was turned into a notorious KGB prison in 1920. The prison ceased operations in 2004. }} * {{see | name=Seaplane Harbour | alt=Lennusadam | url=http://www.lennusadam.eu/en/ | email=info@lennusadam.eu | address=6 Vesilennuki | lat=59.4517 | long=24.7386 | directions=Bus 73 runs from the Old Town to just outside the museum every 15 minutes. | phone=+372 6 200 550 | tollfree= | hours=May-Sep: daily 10:00 to 19:00; Oct – Apr: Tu-Su 10:00 to 18:00 | price=€20, combined ticket with ''Fat Margaret'' €30 | lastedit=2025-08-17 | content=''Lennusadam'', literally "air port", was constructed in 1916 for the purpose of serving the seaplane fleet with a spectacular, three-domed concrete hangar. Today, it serves as an outpost of the Maritime museum, serving its large collection of complete ships, aeroplanes and maritime and military equipment too large to fit the ''Fat Margaret''. Inside the hangar, the highlight is the complete submarine Lembit, whose interior can be visited as well, a shipwreck from the 16th century and a collection of smaller boats and seaplanes. The crown of the collection moored outside in the harbour is the steam-powered icebreaker Suur Tõll. Throughout the museum, a number of state-of-the-art technologies and solutions are employed for a more engaging and enjoyable visit, and the museum has a wide range of activities and tours on offer. As the Seaplane Harbour is a bit out of the way, those getting peckish can enjoy a meal at the museum's restaurant Maru inside the hangars. }} === Haabersti === [[File:Eesti Vabaõhumuuseum 2315.jpg|thumbnail|right|At the Estonian Open Air Museum]] * {{see | name=Estonian Open Air Museum | alt= | url=http://www.evm.ee/ | email= | address=Vabaõhumuuseumi tee 12 | lat=59.43181 | long=24.63653 | directions=stop: Rocca al Mare or bus 42 or 43 to stop: Zoo and then a 15 min walk. Start walking with a map on hand for directions; otherwise, you might find it difficult. | phone=+372 6549100 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00 - 19:00 | price=Winter (September 29 – April 22): Adult €12, Concession €10, Family €25, Evening (1600-) €6, Evening Family (1600-) €12. Summer (April 23 – September 28): Adult €16, Concession €10, Family €28, Evening (1800-) €8, Evening Family (1800-) €16 | wikidata=Q2038855 | lastedit=2022-09-02 | content=This museum includes 72 buildings of Estonian vernacular architecture and village milieu of the Tsarist time of rule in a dark, dense forest. This museum provides a picture of the life and its hardship in the old times. The [http://www.leigarid.ee Folklore Society Leigarid] gives free dancing performances here at 11:00 each Saturday and Sunday. The museum organizes special events during Easter, which provide more insight on Estonian traditions and culture. Also they organize a big party on June 23rd at night, the day before Jaanipäev (Saint John day), there are big fires , music and dancing to celebrate the shortest night of the year. }} * {{see | name=Tallinn Zoo | alt= | url=http://www.tallinnzoo.ee/index.php?nlan=eng&index=on | email= | address=Paldiski mnt. 145 | lat=59.42153 | long=24.6607 | directions=Bus stop: Zoo, trolleybus 6 or 7 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Adult €15.30, concession €8.50, family €31.50 | lastedit=2025-08-23 | content=This is an enormous area. Among its live exhibits, you'll find the world's best collections of mountain goats and sheep, which means there are a lot of them! Tallinn Zoo defies the realities of a relatively modest town -- it features all the elephants and crocodiles a visitor would expect to see in a larger zoo, as well as a breathtaking maze of lake-size ponds that host birds in summertime. It also has pets that children can cuddle in children’s petting zoo. }} Also, check out other sights within '''[[North Estonia]]''', which could allow for a '''day trip''' from Tallinn. ==Do== [[File:Guided tour in Tallinn.jpg|thumb|A guided tour in Tallinn during the Medieval Days.]] * {{do | name=Medieval Days | alt=Keskaja Päevad | url=https://medievaldays.ee/en/ | email=info@folkart.ee | address=Raekoja plats | lat=59.4373 | long=24.7447 | directions=in the Old Town | phone=+372 660 4772, +372 518 7812 (Estonian Folk Art and Handicraft Union), +372 5364 8854 (Costume rental) | tollfree= | fax= | hours=July | price= | content=Come and experience the medieval atmosphere of the historic Hanseatic City! You can find workshops and market with traders, participate in tours and witness exciting tournaments. }} * {{do |name=Kultuurikatel (''creative hub'') |alt=|url=https://kultuurikatel.ee/en/|email= |address=Põhja pst 27a|lat=59.4442144|long=24.7513618|directions= |phone=+372 56 2011 15|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price= |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=A former industrial site, it now Tallinn's main creative hub, site of many events (see website). }} * {{do | name=Energy Discovery Centre | alt=for youngsters | url=https://www.energiakeskus.ee/en/ | email=info@energiakeskus.ee | address=Põhja pst 29 | lat=59.44408 | long=24.75015 | directions= | phone=+372 620 9020 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 12:00–18:00, public holidays 12:00–17:00 | price= | lastedit =2020-07 | content= }} * {{do | name=PROTO Invention Factory | alt=PROTO Avastustehas | url=https://prototehas.ee/en/ | email= | address=Peetri 10 | lat=59.451845 | long=24.730352 | directions= | phone=+372 627 6661 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-08 | content=Indoor amusement park where amusements take place with the help of VR glasses. }} * {{do | name=Kalev Spa | alt= | url= | email= | address=Aia 18 | lat=59.440109 | long=24.751269 | directions= | phone=+372 649 3300 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-06-08 | content=One of the largest water parks in Northern Estonia. }} * {{do | name=Atlantis H2O Aquapark | url=https://aquapark.ee/en/ | email=info@aquapark.ee | address=Randvere tee 11, Viimsi | lat=59.5079313 | long=24.8275236 | directions=Buses 1A, 114, 174 | phone=+372 666 7045 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The water park has several fun water equipment: a wave pool, a flow pool and eight different slides, the longest of which is over 120 m. For toddlers, there is a separate area with two smaller slides, a climbing area and a 0.20-m-deep swimming pool. }} * {{do | name=Vembu-Tembumaa | alt= | url=http://www.vembu-tembumaa.ee/en | email=info@vembu-tembumaa.ee | address=Keskuse tee 2, Kurtna, Saku | lat=59.2279953 | long=24.7092682 | directions=Bus 219, 2 km walk from Kiisa railway station | phone=+372 671 9155 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=€18 | content=The oldest and largest amusement park for the whole family. }} ===Beaches=== [[Image:EU-EE-Tallinn-Pirita-Merivälja.JPG|thumb|A beach on the Baltic Sea shore.]] A flag system that regulates swimming. A green flag means it is safe swim, a yellow flag means you can swim, but it isn't recommended and a red flag means swimming is not advised, go in at your own risk. *{{do | name=Pirita Beach | alt=Pirita rand | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.47194 | long=24.83050 | directions=take bus 1A, 8, 34A or 38. to stop "Pirita", or walk by the sea 5 km northeast of centre | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A large sandy beach which in summer is full of locals and tourists.}} * {{do | name=Stroomi Beach | alt=Stroomi rand, Pelgurand | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.44236 | long=24.68381 | directions=take bus 40 to stop "Supelranna" | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The water is clean and warm, and it is the gay friendliest beach of Tallinn. }} * {{do | name=Lake Harku | alt=Harku järv | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.41421 | long=24.63208 | directions=take trolley 6, 7 or bus 16, 36 to stop "Väike-Õismäe" | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Small lake that draws a lot of people. The lake gets dirtier by the year and swimming is not always recommended. Watch out for the vipers on the shore! }} * {{do | name=Kakumäe beach | url= | email= | address= |lat=59.45050 | long=24.57589 | directions=Bus 21 from Balti jaam (where the trains arrive), bus 21A from Väike-Õismäe. Stop Landi (21) or Sooranna tee (21A & 21B); from Landi stop keep walking (1 km) until Sooranna tee stop, there you'll find helpful signs | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The water is one of the purest in all of Tallinn beaches. }} * {{do | name=Pikakari Beach | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.47334 | long=24.72515 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The water quality is fairly good and it gets deep quite soon when you go in. The huge waves coming from the ships break on shore for the joy of all swimmers. The historical Katariina Pier is nice to walk on. }} ===Sports=== * '''Football:''' The men's national soccer team play at Lilleküla Stadium (sponsored as A. Le Coq Arena), capacity 14,300, 2 km south of city centre. City clubs playing soccer in Meistriliiga, the country's top tier, are [https://fcilevadia.ee/ Levadia], [https://fcflora.ee/ Flora], [http://www.jkkalju.ee/ Nõmme Kalju] and Nõmme United. Tallinna Kalev and FC Tallinn play in Esiliiga the second tier. The playing season is March-Nov. * {{do | name=Simpel Session | url=http://www.session.ee/ | email= | address= | lat=59.42596 | long=24.64731 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Summer/winter | price= | content=International skateboarding and BMX event. }} * {{do | name=Tallinn International Horseshow | url=http://www.tallinnhorseshow.ee/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring/Autumn | price= | content=Biggest international horse riding competition in Baltic states, includes showjumping and dressage. Takes place in Saku Suurhall. }} ===Film festivals=== * {{do | name=Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) | alt= | url=http://poff.ee/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival | wikidata=Q3046725 | content=The festival combines a feature film festival with the sub-festivals of animated films, student films and children/youth films. }} ===Music festivals=== [[Image:XXV laulupidu (3).jpg|thumb|right|Estonian Song and Dance Celebration in 2009]] [[File:Suurhall.jpg|thumb|Saku suurhall]] * {{do | name=The Estonian Song Celebration | alt=Laulupidu | url=http://laulupidu.ee | email= | address=Lauluväljak - Narva mnt 95, 10127 Tallinn | lat=59.44455 | long=24.80651 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=early July | price= | lastedit=2024-07-20 | content=First held in 1869, takes place every five years. In 2014, 35,000 choral singers gathered to perform for an audience of 90,000 people. It is [[UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage|recognised by UNESCO]] as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. Tickets go on sale in January for three dance festival performances and two song festival concerts. }} * {{do | name=Tallinn Music Week | url=http://www.tallinnmusicweek.ee | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Spring | price= | content=Showcase festival, aiming to stage the best and most outstanding Estonian talent on two nights in Tallinn's most vibrant live venues, as well as a networking event for the music industry professionals. }} * {{do | name=Tallinn International Festival Jazzkaar | url=http://jazzkaar.ee/en/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=April | price= | content=In addition to Tallinn, jazz concerts also take place in Tartu and Pärnu. }} * {{do | name=Tallinn Old Town Days | url=http://www.vanalinnapaevad.ee | email= | address= | lat=59.43734 | long=24.74505 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=May/June | price= | content= }} * {{do | name=Birgitta Festival | url=https://www.filharmoonia.ee/en/birgitta | email= | address= | lat=59.4664 | long=24.8363 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=August | price= | content=Music and theatre festival, held at the ruins of the historical Pirita (St. Bridget's) convent. }} * {{do | name=Saku Suurhall | alt= | url=http://www.sakusuurhall.ee/ | email= | address= | lat=59.4261 | long=24.6474 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Rocca al Mare. Estonia's largest concert and exhibition space, the venue for the 2002 Eurovision Song Contest. The hall and its facilities include an excellent shopping centre that can easily be reached by trolleybus 6. }} ==Learn== * {{listing | name=Tallinn University of Technology Summer School | url=http://www.ttu.ee/summerschool | email=Siyi.ma@ttu.ee | address=Ehitajate tee 5 | lat=59.3948 | long=24.6707 | directions= | phone=+372 620 2002 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=TUT offers every summer courses in English (TOEFL) and Nordic Culture }} * {{listing | name=Tallinn University Summer School | alt= | url=http://summerschool.tlu.ee/ | email=birgit.kirsimagi@tlu.ee | address=Narva mnt 25 | lat=59.4388 | long=24.7719 | directions= | phone=+372 6409218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tallinn University offers a summer school to learn the Estonian language. }} * {{listing | name=Estonian Academy of Arts | url=http://www.artun.ee/en/open-academy/about-oa/ | email=piret.frosch@artun.ee | address=Estonia pst 7 | lat=59.43456 | long=24.75251 | directions= | phone=+372 626 7301 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=17:00-20:40 | price=from €75 | content=Open Academy for everybody interested in arts. Wide range of courses and interactive creativity }} * {{listing | name=Baltic Film and Media School | url=http://www.tlu.ee/bfm/ | email=tatj@tlu.ee | address=Narva mnt 25 |lat=59.4394 | long=24.7719 | directions= | phone=+372 619 9909 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Runs a training program and several other activities in the film & media sphere and has a cooperation with Apple }} ==Work== English language teachers with TEFL certificates or equivalent are in demand. Especially during periods of Summer School and/or TOEFL test times, teachers have good opportunities. Jobs for non-Estonian speakers are less common in other fields, although several IT companies have English based job openings. Compared to Finland or other Scandic countries salaries are lower in Estonia. Estonia is part of the EU and Eurozone, so work permits are easy for EU citizens. All others will need to apply for work permits. Digital nomads may take advantage of the several coworking spaces, with new ones still popping up from time to time. Among the bigger ones are, for example, [http://springhub.org/ Spring Hub] and [https://lift99.co Lift99] (the latter being application-only and strongly connected to the local startup scene). The [https://nlib.ee/ national library]{{Dead link|date=June 2023 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }}, which is a few hundred metres south of the city centre, offers plenty of space and good free internet connectivity during opening hours. ==Buy== [[File:Laikmaa tänav.jpg|thumb|Viru Keskus]] Tallinn may be cheap compared to other major European cities, but it is no longer the bargain deal it once was. Though not overtly touristy, it is much more expensive than the rest of the country. If you come here for an authentic Estonian and inexpensive experience, this is the wrong place. Prices can be comparable to Munich and Milan. ===Department stores & shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Viru Keskus | url=http://www.virukeskus.com/ | email= | address=Viru väljak 6 | lat=59.43695 | long=24.75664 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=09:00-21:00 | price= | content=In and around the landmark Viru hotel, it is very busy as the bus terminal is below this mall. It is still in walking distance from the port but serves tourists and locals as well. }} * {{buy | name=Foorum Keskus | url=http://www.foorumkeskus.ee/ | email= | address=Narva maantee 5 | lat=59.43775 | long=24.75846 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{buy | name=Kaubamaja | url=http://www.kaubamaja.ee/ | email= | address=Gonsiori 2 |lat=59.43486 | long=24.75670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Opened in 1960, this is the grand old department store of Tallinn. Unsurprisingly a lot has changed since the Soviet times. }} * {{buy | name=Melon Kaubanduskeskus | url= | email= | address=Estonia puiestee 1/3 | lat=59.43518 | long=24.75459 | directions= | phone=+372 630 6500 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} [[File:Stockman in downtown Tallinn.png|thumbnail|right|Stockmann]] * {{buy | name=Stockmann | url=http://www.stockmann.ee/ | email= | address=Liivalaia 53 | lat=59.43167 | long=24.76090 | directions= | phone=+372 633 9539 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Part of the Finnish department store chain, here since 1996. Close to the port and popular with Finnish tourists. }} * {{buy | name=Rocca al Mare kaubanduskeskus | alt= | url=https://www.roccaalmare.ee/en/ | email=info@roccaalmare.ee | address= | lat=59.42639 | long=24.65165 | directions=take bus 8/41/41B/42 from the center | phone=+372 6659 345 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 10:00-21:00, Su 10:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-12-01 | content=A few kilometres west of the old town along Paldiski maantee. Consists of a Prisma hypermarket and tens of smaller, mostly fashion boutiques. Also restaurants. }} * {{buy | name=Ülemiste Keskus | alt= | url=http://www.ulemiste.ee/ | email= | address= | lat=59.42212 | long=24.79438 | directions=near the airport; take tram 4 or bus 2 to Ülemiste linnak | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{buy | name=Kristiine Keskus | url=https://www.kristiinekeskus.ee/en/ | email=info@kristiine.com | address=Endla tn 45 | lat=59.42697 | long=24.72060 | directions=Take trolleybus 3 or bus 21, 23 or 42 | phone=+372 665 9100 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=One of Estonia's biggest malls with dozens of clothing and shoe outlets, nearly 20 cafés and restaurants, and countless other shops and services. }} * {{buy | name=Rotermanni Kvartal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43851 | long=24.75440 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | content=Rotermann's Quarter is a downtown shopping area with clothing and department stores and restaurants between Viru Keskus, Tallinn port and the Old Town. If you are walking from the harbor towards Viru Väljak the quarter is on your left hand side. One place to find bargain clothes is the Rotermann Kaubamaja situated right at Mere Puiestee. The Kaubamaja also has a combined cafe and restaurant on the third floor which seems to be surprisingly empty even as they have reasonable prices. }} ===Boutiques and souvenirs=== For boutiques and souvenirs, your best choice is '''Viru''' street in the Old Town and its side streets. There are many stalls selling traditional items like woolen pullovers, crystal and amber. Be prepared to [[bargain]] in order to get a reasonable price, however bargaining is only accepted at some places. Even though Baltic amber and Russian matryoshka dolls are widely available in souvenir boutiques, neither are related to Estonia or its culture and are sold in Estonian souvenir boutiques mainly because they sell well to tourists. * {{buy|name=Telliskivi &mdash; indie shops|alt=|url=https://telliskivi.cc/en/indie-shops/|email=info@telliskivi.cc|address=Telliskivi 60a|directions=use tram 1 or 2 towards Kopli and get off Teliskivi, pass by Depoo into Teliskivi street|lat=59.4397380|long=24.7285623|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|lastedit=2018-10-12|content=Former industrial, now creative/entrepreneurial district Telliskivi is home to many small boutiques selling nice goods ranging from arts, to clothes and interior. A book shop and a record shop are also welcoming you. You will find all shops on the website.}} * {{buy | name=Ivo Nikkolo | alt= | url=http://ivonikkolo.com | email= | address=Suur-Karja 14 | lat=59.43531 | long=24.74631 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Fashion-interested people can visit the main store of Estonia's first Post-Soviet designer brand Ivo Nikkolo. }} * {{buy | name=Geek Shop Estonia | alt= | url=https://geekshopestonia.ee/ | email=info@geekshopestonia.ee | address=Narva mnt 19 | lat=59.453004 | long=24.87539 | directions= | phone=+372 555 31 000 | tollfree= | hours=M–Sa 11:00–20:00 | price= | content=Pop culture collectibles and gaming store, which sells toy figures, board games, clothes, accessories and other geek stuff. }} [[File:Tallinn Jouluturg.jpg|thumb|right|Christmas market in December 2010]] ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Jaama Turg | alt=Baltijaama turg | url= | email= | address=Kopli 1 | lat=59.44094 | long=24.73588 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A market place next to the train station. Overrated and overpriced, gourmet food at three times the price of regular market places. For tourist and rich locals. }} * {{buy | name=Keskturg | url= | email= | address=Keldrimäe 9 |lat=59.43024 | long=24.76653 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Market place 500&nbsp;m from the bus station. They sell food and clothes. }} * {{buy | name=Jõuluturg | alt= | url=http://www.christmasmarket.ee/eng/ | email= | address=Raekoja Plats | lat=59.43744 | long=24.74499 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The [[Christmas Market]] on the Town Hall square is open from late November to early January. They sell knitwear, various wooden objects for use and decoration, Christmas tree decorations, gingerbread and such. It's not all about shopping, the Christmas tree in the middle is worth taking a photo of and there's a stage when they sing carols. Of course you can occasionally run into Santa at the market. Don't forget to try a mug of hot glögg, sold at many stalls. }} * {{buy | name=Vana Turg | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mere Pst | lat=59.43754 | long=24.75303 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The name translates to "old market" and is located on a small square just outside the old town. Vana Turg is a place to buy clothes and decoration items often Estonian-made and sometimes sold by the makers themselves: knitted pullovers and caps, gloves, belts and slippers are examples of what you can find here. }} * {{buy | name=Sadamarket | alt= | url=http://sadamarket.ee | email= | address=Kai 5 | lat=59.4438 | long=24.7579| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-19:00 | price= | lastedit=2015-10-22 | content=Shopping daytrippers who arrive with Viking Line or Eckerö Line and can't be bothered to walk far from the terminal usually end up at this large indoor market. Three floors of clothing, bags, food and souvenirs plus some restaurants on the second floor. And of course also [[alcoholic beverages]] at a third of the Finnish prices. }} [[File:Sadama Turg in Tallinn.jpg|thumb|right|Sadama Turg is conveniently located near the ferry terminals.]] * {{buy | name=Sadama Turg | alt= | url=https://sadamaturg.aldar.ee/eng/ | email=info@sadamaturg.ee | address=Sadama 25-4 | lat=59.443435 | long=24.759972 | directions= | phone=+372 56650770 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-01-16 | content=Another market near the ferry terminals, selling quality Estonian handicraft, food, and alcoholic beverages at cheap prices. }} === Records === * {{buy | name=Biit Record | alt= | url=http://biit.me/ | email= | address=Viru 3 | lat=59.4369679 | long=24.7474855 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Tu-F 13:00-19:00 | price= | content=A music shop covering all major media types, with somewhat of a focus on vinyl. They especially have great indie and electronics offerings, can at the same time help find great local music and also other common genres. Located in an upper floor, the store has a special atmosphere to it. Offering secondhand and a wide variety of new records. }} * {{buy | name=Rockroad Record | alt= | url=http://www.rockroad.ee/mainn.html | email= | address=Endla 38 | lat=59.428571 | long=24.724214 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Mainly metal and rock/pop/blues also. Owner knows about Estonian and Russian rock music. Carries many Melodia label records. }} * {{buy | name=Raamatukoi Grammofon Records | alt= | url=http://raamatukoigrammofon.blogspot.com/ | email= | address=Voorimehe 9 | lat=59.428571 | long=24.724214 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Good selections. Classical, jazz, Estonian, pop-rock and so on. Furthermore, they sell postcards and stamps. }} * {{buy |name=World Clinic record shop|alt=|url=https://telliskivi.cc/en/shops/world-clinic/|email=worldclinicshop@gmail.com |address=Telliskivi 60a/3 1st floor|directions=located at the northern end of in the Telliskivi creative area (<10 minutes walk from the central train station)|lat=59.43993|long=24.72970 |phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price= |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=a small but very friendly and diverse record shop}} ==Eat== [[Image:RaekojaPlats Evening.JPG|thumb|Restaurants and cafés on Raekoja plats]] [[Image:tallinn mcdonalds.jpg|thumb|right|Old Europe meets New Globalisation]] [[File:Maiasmokk.jpg|thumb|right|Maiasmokk]] The Old Town is packed with restaurants claiming to offer authentic Estonian food, particularly on and around '''Raekoja plats'''. Prices at restaurants near the Raekoja Plats are generally more expensive, yet offer the same quality of food, as restaurants off this main square. Prices are steep by Estonian standards, but still much cheaper than neighbouring Helsinki, which explains why on weekends they're always packed with day tripping Finns. ===Budget=== ====In the Old Town==== * {{eat | name=Maiasmokk | alt= | url=https://kalev.eu/ | email=maiasmokk@kalev.eu | address=Pikk 16 | lat=59.43836 | long=24.74570 | directions= | phone=+372 64 64 079 | tollfree= | hours=Mostly 09:00–21:00 | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=The oldest still operating café in Tallinn, dating back to 1864. Coffee, tea, chocolate and various sweet and savoury pastries at quite cheap prices. Spacious with stylish decor. Next door is the Maiasmokk confectionery shop, which sells good quality Estonian chocolates. }} * {{eat | name=Pub Kompressor | alt= | url= | email= | address=Rataskaevu 3 | lat=59.4375 | long=24.7431 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Very tasty and varied pancakes. There are also other dishes. Fantastic place with great food and drinks, especially kvass! }} * {{eat | name=III Draakon | alt= | url= | email= | address=Raekoja plats | lat=59.4370 | long= 24.7456 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=If you'd like to scoop nostalgia. Very interesting to eat in a special way. They have a small menu to offer but very good and very typical. The waitress plays at having the character of a sour waitress but with humor. A memorable experience. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Grande | alt= | url= | email= | address=Väike-Karja 6a | lat=59.4357 | long=24.7471 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Very cozy place. Delicious pizza, affordable prices, pleasant service. Great environment. }} ====Near the Old Town==== * {{eat | name=Loca | alt= | url=http://www.loca.ee | email= | address=Tatari 1, Tallinn | lat=59.43257 | long=24.74649 | directions=Located near Vabaduse väljak, right next to Söögiplats | phone=+372 555 15 235 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00–07:00 | price=€3-8 | lastedit= | content=Pizza, falafel, hummus, soup, beer. Fast food joint with wild staff and increasing customer service. }} * {{eat | name=Borsch j Varenyk|url=https://borschvarenyk.ee <!--formerly given as https://menu.ps.me/sj8pDMPoF3I/category/7#product-204 ; QR redirect: qr.ps.me/menu/2zXrGm10 ? --> | email=borschvarenyk@gmail.com | address=Endla 56 | phone=+37257571015 | lat=59.4348 | long=24.7336 | hours=M–Tu 14:00–23:00 W–Th 11:00–23:00 F–Sa 11:00–12:00 (?) Su 11:00–23:00 | price=€10–20 | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Great place to enjoy home-made Ukranian food }} ====Around the market Balti Jaama Turg==== * {{eat |name=F-hoone|alt=|url=http://www.fhoone.ee/en/|email=reserve@fhoone.ee |address=Telliskivi 60a/F|lat=59.4396348|long=24.7292186|directions= |phone=+372 5322 6855|tollfree=|fax= |hours=M-Sa 9-24, Su 9-22; kitchen closes 1 hr earlier | price= | lastedit=2022-05-01 | content=Used to be an industrial hall, now made a great bistro/bar which tends to become very busy in the evenings (book if you can, but as it's big you might well be lucky and find the one spare table. Good value for price. }} ====East of the old town around the Coca-Cola Plaza==== * {{eat | name=Kohvik Narva | alt= | url=https://narvakohvik.ee/ | email= | address=Narva mnt 10 | lat=59.43708 | long=24.76361 | directions= | phone=+372 6601786 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:30-20:00, Sa 10:00-20:00, Su 10:00-18:00 | price=Cake per kg €8.50-12, pastry pieces €0.70, solyanka €3, pancake €2.50-3.50, pasta carbonara €6, schnitzel €7, potato fritter €3-5, Pelmeni €5 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=Cafe Narva long boasted an old-style interior preserved from the Soviet area; today's chic interior seems questionably authentic. Ladies at the counter are somewhat brusque (still) and mostly Russian-speaking, although this should not prevent you from enjoying traditional food of Soviet workers as well as delicious pastries baked on the premises. }} * {{eat | name=Puffid bakery | alt= | url=http://puffid.ee/ | email=info@puffid.ee | address=Peterburi tee 2 | lat=59.4246 | long=24.7934 | directions=on the first floor of T1 and Kristiine Center | phone=+372 58500408 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-02-01 | content=Puffid bakery offers snacks for every taste, curd pockets, a special children's set, croissants, baguettes and salads with different fillings. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Lamb Rogan Josh at Restaurant Guru, Tallinn.jpg|thumb|right|Lamb Rogan Josh]] * {{eat | name=Aed | alt=Embassy of Pure Food | url=http://www.vonkrahl.ee/en/von-krahli-aed/ | email=aed@vonkrahl.ee | address=Rataskaevu 8. | lat=59.43720 | long=24.74285 | directions= | phone=+372 626 9088 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-00:00, Su 12:00-18:00 | price=Lower-than-tourist prices | content=Excellent organic, biodynamic and Demeter food, also full vegan options. Beautiful interior, very charming and romantic, wonderful service. }} * {{eat | name=Amarillo | alt= | url=https://www.raflaamo.fi/fi/ravintola/tallinna/amarillo-viru-tallinna | email= | address=Viru Väljak 4 | lat=59.436382 | long=24.75495 | directions=in the Viru-Keskus shopping centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11:00 to 21:00 mostly | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=The Tallinn branch of the Finnish Amarillo tex-mex restaurant chain. Serves a variety of tex-mex style food including hamburgers, steaks and salads. The menu is the same as in Finland. The staff speak Estonian and English and some of them even speak Finnish. }} * {{eat | name=Cinnamon | alt= | url=https://www.cinnamonrestoran.com/ | email=restoran@cinnamon.ee | address=Pikk 14 | lat=59.437983 | long=24.745278 | directions= | phone=+372 6004142 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Main courses 10 to 20 € | lastedit=2024-10-21 | content=An Indian and European mix cuisine in the Tallinn Old Town. Serves international cuisine for tourists' tastes, don't expect traditional Estonian cuisine here. You can eat either inside or at the (rather cramped) terrace on Pikk street. }} * {{eat | name=Controvento | url=http://www.controvento.ee/ | email= | address=Vene 12/Katriina Käik | lat=59.43765 | long=24.74829 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A very nice little Italian restaurant stashed away in a small side passage in the Old Town. Offering genuinely excellent food at reasonable prices with good service. Its only "flaw" is that it's hard to get into and is most often completely full, even on off-season week nights. You may want to call ahead and make a reservation. Pizzas and pasta dishes are around €10. }} * {{eat | name=Crudo Resto | alt= | url=https://crudo.ee/ | email=info@crudo.ee | address=Peterburi tee 2 | lat=59.4246 | long=24.794 | directions=in the shopping and entertainment center T1 | phone=+372 58777770 | tollfree= | hours=10:00 - 21:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-02-01 | content=Italian cuisine, pizzas, pastas and a variety of Italian appetizers (antipasti), salads, soups, carefully selected wines, classic cocktails and Italian desserts. }} * {{eat |name=Frenchy bistro|alt=|url=http://frenchy.ee/|email= |address=Telliskivi 60a/5, hall B|lat=59.4383084|long=24.7293584|directions= |phone=+372 5604 8262|tollfree=|fax= |hours=M 17-23, Tu-Th 12-23, F-Sa 12-24 |price= |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=French food bistro in a hip vintage-industrial-modern setting. Has cheap daily offers. }} * {{eat | name=Guru | alt= | url=https://www.restoranguru.ee/ | email= | address=Aia 10 | lat=59.438412 | long=24.751491 | directions= | phone=+372 5301 7828 | tollfree= | hours= | price=Mains €12-20 | lastedit=2019-12-22 | content=A new Indian restaurant in central Tallinn, just outside the old town. Easy to find as it's on the same street as the Kalev Spa. Offers authentic Indian cuisine with plenty of spices. Try the Indian tea for dessert. }} * {{eat |name=Kaja Pizza Köök|alt=|url=http://kajapizza.ee/|email= |address=Õle 33|lat=59.4395822|long=24.7172679|directions= |phone=+372 6601611|tollfree=|fax= |hours=Tu - Su 11:30 till Out of Dough (they will make a given amount of dough every day, so if it's very busy they will close "early") |price=pizza 5-8 Euro + 1 Euro per additional topping |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=pizza baked in a wood oven, with the choice of topping being aligned to traditional south Italian pizza. Small place, just one big table everybody shares. Combining traditional elements and a rather modern/hip atmosphere. }}<!-- -->[[File:Inside view of Kohvik Moon, Tallinn, Estonia.jpg|thumb|right|]]<!-- -->[[Image:VanaemaJuures Cellar2.JPG|thumb|''Vanaema Juures'', a typical Old Town cellar restaurant]] * {{eat | name=Kohvik Moon | alt= | url=http://www.restoranmoon.ee/ | email=moon@restoranmoon.ee | address=Võrgu 3 | lat=59.4451 | long=24.7478 | directions= | phone=+372 6 314 575 | tollfree= | hours=12:00 - 23:00 mostly | price=Main courses €10&ndash;20 | content=A rather small restaurant with a nice, minimalistic decor. Serves traditional Estonian food with a Russian influence. Voted best restaurant in Tallinn in 2010. Very popular among tourists, and as such it is usually quite full. Prior reservations are recommended but not mandatory. }} * {{eat | name=Kompressor | url=http://kompressorpub.ee/?lang=en | email= | address=Rataskaevu 3 | lat=59.43740 | long=24.74317 | directions=Just few minutes walk from Raekoja plats. | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Pancakes from €4.50, Beer €3 | content=This place offers an assortment of huge and delicious pancakes. Don't give in to the temptation to order two portions, one pancake is usually enough. This place used to be less touristic, but is now. }} * {{eat | name=Madissoni Grill & Baar | url=http://www.madissoni.ee/index.php?page=10& | email= | address=Rävala Puiestee 3 |lat=59.43368 | long=24.75787 | directions=next to the Radisson Blu Hotel | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This open kitchen type restaurant serves good flame-grilled food at decent prices, especially popular for its daily lunch specials, King Club sandwich and burgers. }} * {{eat | name=Oliver | alt= | url=http://www.oliver.ee | email=info@oliver.ee | address=Viru 3 | lat=59.43694 | long=24.74759 | directions= | phone=+372 630 7898 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00-00:00 | price= | lastedit=2015-11-02 | content=A traditional restaurant in the heart of the Tallinn Old town. The menu is centered on various kinds of steaks, but there are also pastas and vegetarian dishes available. Main courses €15&ndash;23. }} * {{eat | name=Restoran Peppersack | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.43669 | long=24.74685 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A middle ages-themed restaurant one block away from Raekoja plats – even the names of the dishes are medieval themed. Outdoor seating available in the summer, when they also played medieval (what else?) music on a small outdoor stage, and they seem also to have sword fight and oriental dance performances. Probably the main competitor of Olde Hansa and a bit touristy indeed but fun. }} * {{eat | name=Pirosmani | alt= | url=http://pirosmani.ee/en/ | email= | address=Üliõpilaste tee 1 | lat=59.39254 | long=24.67387 | directions= | phone=+372 639 3246 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=10:00-24:00 | price= | content=Georgian food as it is done in Georgia. It's well out of the way, but that's a good thing. Almost everyone at this restaurant is local (although the menu has English), and tourists are not in sight, so the food here is good and great value. Try the Khinkali or the Harcho. }} * {{eat | name=Troika | url=http://www.troika.ee/ | email= | address=Raekoja plats 15 | lat=59.43733 | long=24.74596 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers generous portions of Russian food. In the warm summer months, people dine on the terrace. In winter, they head down to the warm cellar. To fill up, get a small zakuski (which is anything but small) appetizer plate. It's big enough for three and costs €9, then dip your pelmeni dumplings (costing €6) in smetana or the other sauces provided and wash it down with a shot of vodka (€5). }} * {{eat | name=Umami | alt= | url=https://www.umamiresto.ee/ | email=info@umamiresto.ee | address=Kalasadama 8 | lat=59.445745 | long=24.749621 | directions= | phone=+372 600 1035 | tollfree= | hours=12:00-20:00 mostly | price=Main courses €11.50-21.50 | lastedit=2019-06-17 | content=Considered among the best restaurants in Tallinn. Originally located in Mustamäe, the restaurant came under threat of closing down in March 2019 when the building housing it was demolished. Instead of closing down, it opened in new premises in Kalamaja in northern Tallinn.<br />Umami offers Estonian-style cuisine with an international twist, as well as a diverse wine list. The restaurant has a spacious terrace and is a short walk away from the ferry terminal. The burger of the day is worth trying. }} * {{eat | name=Vanaema Juures |alt=| url=http://vonkrahl.ee/en/toit/vanaemajuures | email= | address=Rataskaevu 10/12 | lat=59.43716 | long=24.74262 | directions= | phone=+372 626 9080 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=VanaemaJuures Cellar2.JPG | lastedit=2020-02-08 | content= Translates as "At Grandma", which gives you an idea of the warm welcome you can expect here. Friendly and attentive staff are happy to explain the traditional dishes. Excellent value for money. It's a tiny place, so reservations are essential in the high season. Try the meatballs or the pork with sauerkraut and don't miss the ''kama'' porridge for dessert. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Calle Vanaturu Kael, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 01.JPG|thumbnail|right|Vanaturu Kael street in the Old Town]] * {{eat | name=Bar Fish and Wine | url=http://www.fw.ee/ | email= | address=Harju 1 | lat=59.43624 | long=24.74479 | directions= | phone=+372 662 3013 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Th 11:30-23:00, F Sa 11:30-24:00 | price= | content=The name pretty much says it. This is a modern cocktail bar and restaurant serving vodka and caviar, fish dishes and a wide range of wines. }} * {{eat | name=Bocca | url=http://www.bocca.ee/ | email= | address=Olevimägi 9 | lat=59.43992 | long=24.74777 | directions= | phone=+372 611 7290 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Th 11:30-23:00, F Sa 11.30-24:00, Su 13:00-22:00 | price=€30 | content=One of the trendiest restaurants in Tallinn. Features Italian cuisine by Nicola Tanda. It also has a nice bar to enjoy cocktails and snacks. This is one of the busiest restaurants in Tallinn. Reservations are highly recommended. }} * {{eat | name=Chedi | alt=chedi | url=http://www.chedi.ee | email= | address=Olevimägi 11 | lat=59.44011 | long=24.74798 | directions=next to restaurant Bocca, in old town | phone=+372 646 1676 | tollfree= | hours=M-Th 11:30-23:00, F Sa 11:30-24:00, Sun 13:00-22:00 | price=€20 | content=Modern Asian kitchen supervised by Alan Yau from Hakasan, London. Modern and warm interior to give a retro Asian impression. Reservations recommended for the weekend and during summer holidays. }} * {{eat | name=Kuldse Notsu Kõrts | alt= | url=http://www.hotelstpetersbourg.com/kuldse-notsu-korts.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Dunkri 8 | lat=59.43707 | long=24.74344 | directions= | phone=+372 628 6567 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 12:00-23:00 | price=€20-30 including drinks and dessert | content=Good traditional Estonian restaurant close to the main square. Try the house beer or vodka and fresh buckthorn and honey apertif with your blood sausage or the famous pork knuckle with extra spicy mustard. The traditional desserts are also worth a try. Live traditional music Sep-May F Sa nights. }} * {{eat | name=Musi | url=http://musi.ee/ | email= | address=Niguliste 6 | lat=59.43644 | long=24.74284 | directions= | phone=+372 5663 6211 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=17:00-24:00 | price=Glass of wine: €4; Small dishes: from €5 | content=This is primarily a wine bar, but it has light meals as well. From the outside it looks like a cosy oasis, and you might think the place is one little rustic room on display but there is more tables behind the wine bar. Welcoming staff and a good selection of wine by the glass. A good place for a relaxed meal, or with your friends before or after dinner. }} * {{eat | name=Olde Hansa | url=http://www.oldehansa.ee/ | email= | address=Vana turg 1 | lat=59.43668 | long=24.74599 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The ruling king among Tallinn's purely touristy restaurants with some of them trying to copy its style. The place is simply medieval, not just in terms of food but also in the sense of performance - no electricity, no music except live and authentic, no modern inventions. The house special is bear meat "marinated in rare spices and cooked over a fire in honour of Waldemar II, the brave King of Denmark" costing €40+. Try one of the extraordinary beers, such as the honey beer. It is not likely that you will meet any locals here. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Ö | url=http://www.restoran-o.ee | email= | address=Mere pst. 6E | lat=59.43895 | long=24.75443 | directions=close to old town, near harbour | phone=+372 661 6150 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Th 12:00-23:00, F Sa 12:00-24:00, Su 13:00-22:00 | price=€20 | content=Reopened and two new chefs Martin Meikas and Ranno Paukson with focus on Modern Estonian kitchen. Good view of old town. }} * {{eat | name=Tchaikovsky | url=http://www.telegraafhotel.ee/ | email= | address=Vene 9 | lat=59.43779 | long=24.74735 | directions= | phone=+372 6000 610 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 12:00-15:00, 18:00-23:00; Sa Su 13:00-23:00 | price=Mains start from €20 | content=As the name suggests, it is a Russian restaurant, but don't expect wooden benches, traditional food, and folk music. On the contrary, you will find a selection of Russian delicacies ranging from pancakes with caviar to pelmeni with pork and wild mushrooms, along with fusion-style cuisine (rabbit with Jerusalem artichoke being a good example). Expect delicious food and very high prices, but if you are looking for typical Russian fare, try to find another place for dinner. }} ==Drink== ===Cafés=== There are plenty of nice cafés, especially in the centre. Among the interesting ones: * {{drink|name=Café Mademoiselle|alt=Kohvik Mademoiselle|url=https://cafemademoiselle.ee/?lang=en|email=pastry.meriton.tallinn@parkinn.com|address=Toompuiestee 27 / Paldiski mnt 4|lat=59.4353092|long=24.7311598|directions=in the Kelmiküla district; at the Meriton Grand Conference & Spa Hotel|phone=+372 62 88 155|tollfree=|fax=|hours=Daily 08:00–22:00|price=|lastedit=2023-06-17|content=A café with the high quality confectionery products.}} * {{drink|name=Wabadus Kohvik|alt=Café Wabadus|url=http://www.wabadus.ee/|email=|address=Vabaduse väljak 10|lat=59.4342519|long=24.7443036|directions=|phone=+372 6604019|tollfree=|fax=|hours=M-Th 9-23; F 9-1; Sa 11-1, Su 11-22|price=|lastedit=2018-10-11|content=located just next to the freedom square, this café has good drinks as well as dishes. The interior is a great blend of classical styles of prior decades with the modern times.}} ===Nightlife=== [[File:Fire dancer in Tallinn (8053688178).jpg|thumb|Fire dancer in Tallinn]] Tallinn's crazy nightlife is out of proportion to the city's small size. The days of armed mafiosos are over and these days any drunken fights tend to involve stag parties. Exercise some caution in choosing your venue, as some strip clubs and regular clubs make their money by fleecing tourists who come in for a drink. In local places, beers cost €2.50-4. ===Bars and pubs=== ====In old town (Vanalinn)==== [[File:Hell Hunt sign.jpg|thumb|right|Hell Hunt is easily identifiable by its wall sign.]] [[File:Columna de la Victoria de la Guerra de la Independencia, Tallinn, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 14.JPG|thumb|Freedom square at night]] [[File:Beers at restaurant 100 õlle koht, Tallinn.jpg|thumb|right|Some of the beers available at 100 õlle koht.]] * {{drink | name=Beer House | url=http://www.beerhouse.ee/ | email= | address=Dunkri 5 | lat=59.43684 | long=24.74369 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Plenty of beers to choose from in this large authentically styled and decorated Bavarian Beer hall, including 5 of their own beers made on site. Try the Medovar Honey beer. }} * {{drink | name=The Dubliner | alt= | url=http://dubliner.edicypages.com/ | email=pubidubliner@gmail.com | address=Suur Karja 18 | lat=59.434981 | long=24.746536 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-midnight (03:00 at the weekend) | price= | content=Popular Irish pub on one of the nightlife axes. Attracts younger people and is relatively new, so no pub crawlers puke in front of the door. }} * {{drink | name=Drink Baar | url=http://www.drinkbaar.com | email= | address=Väike Karja 8 | lat=59.43544 | long=24.74814 | directions= | phone=+372 644 9433 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Su-Th 12:00-23:00, F Sa 12:00-03:00 | price= | content=The widest selection of beers of any pub in town including many quality imports from Brewdog and Mikkeller. Good English-style pub-grub, featuring award winning fish and chips. Monthly comedy nights from the "Comedy Estonia" and quiz nights. }} * {{drink | name=Hell Hunt | url=http://www.hellhunt.ee/ | email= | address=Pikk 39 | lat=59.43936 | long=24.74676 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The name means "the gentle wolf" in Estonian. A comfortable and homey pub in the Old Town and offers a wide selection of beers (including two of their own brews) and some pretty decent food. Don't miss the spare ribs. }} * {{drink | name=Helsinki Karaoke Baar | url= | email=info@helsinkikaraokebar.eu | address=Viru 18 | lat=59.43655 | long=24.74893 | directions= | phone=+372 641 6164 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Su–Th 13:00–01:00, F 13:00–03:00, Sa 10:00–03:00 | price= | content=A legendary gathering place for Finns. This bar, also known as ''Lokaal Helsinki'', is a popular destination for both locals and tourists who crave a cozy atmosphere and Finnish music. }} * {{drink | name=Kuku klubi | url=https://kuku.kultuuritorn.ee/ | email= | address=Vabaduse väljak 8 | lat=59.43427 | long=24.74482 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Founded 1935 by local art community and claiming to have had the best accessible cuisine in the former USSR since 1958 during the Russian occupation. }} * {{drink | name=Lab Bar | url=http://www.facebook.com/LaborBaar | email= | address=Suur-Karja 10 | lat=59.43561 | long=24.74626 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Laboratory themed bar known for its shots in test tubes. You should definitely try the "Brain Scan". }} * {{drink | name=Levist Väljas | url=https://et-ee.facebook.com/levistvaljas?ref=stream&group_id=0 | email= | address=Olevimägi 12 | lat=59.44009 | long=24.74837 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A cozy alternative bar in Old Town with a small dance floor. }} * {{drink | name=Nimeta Baar (The Bar With No Name) | alt= | url=https://nimetabaar.ee/ | email= | address=Suur-Karja 4 | lat=59.43604 | long=24.74621 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Really fun place, popular with tourists. }} * {{drink | name=100 õlle koht | alt= | url= | email= | address=Harju 6 | lat=59.434658 | long=24.743135 | directions= | phone=+372 5884 9729 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 12:00-20:00 mostly, closed Sundays | price= | lastedit=2020-03-05 | content=The name means "the place of 100 beers" and the establishment indeed serves over 100 different types of beer. Traditional Estonian pub snacks also available. It's in an underground cellar so it's not suitable for people with limited mobility. }} * {{drink | name=Texas Honky Tonk & Cantina | url=http://www.texas.ee/ | email= | address=Pikk 43 | lat=59.43966 | long=24.74690 | directions= | phone=+372 631 1755 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=12:00-23:59 | price= | content=Texas-style cantina is a casual place for a Corona or, if you must, a Bud, or even to try out the frozen margaritas churning in the electric mixer behind the bar. More serious drinkers can try the "tequila flights": 3 or 5 shots of different tequilas to give you a sampling, not that you're likely to remember which was which next time around. }} * {{drink | name=Von Krahli | url=http://www.vonkrahl.ee/en/ | email= | address=Rataskaevu 10 | lat=59.43727 | long=24.74284 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=An avant-garde theatre/bar. }} * {{drink | name=Piana Vyshnia | url=https://pianavyshnia.com/en/ | email= pianavyshnia.info@fest.foundation | address= Vana-Viru tn 14, 10148 | lat=59.43703| long=24.75253 | phone= +372 5616 6729 | hours= 12:00-early morning | content=A bar that serves only one kind of drink, so it's easy to decide what to get: a moderately sweet, cognac-infused spirit on cherries (the name means "The Drunk Cherry"). You won't find anything like it anywhere else. }} ====Out of old town==== These are still quite central; they are just not in the old town. East: * {{drink | name=Lounge 24 | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-tallinn/restaurant-bar/lounge24 | email= | address=Rävala Puiestee 3 | lat=59.43346 | long=24.75779 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=On the top floor of the Radisson Blu Hotel, it offers spectacular views of Old Town and the Baltic sea from a trendy indoor setting and a breathtaking outdoor terrace. Lounge 24 serves a variety of light fares to full dinner menu, and a wide selection of beverages. Open to the general public. }} * {{drink | name=Tšungel | alt= | url=https://tsungel.ee/ | email= | address=Kopli 1 | lat=59.44085 | long=24.73378 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A terrace bar restaurant near the railway station. }} North: * {{drink |name=Kohvik Nord|alt=|url=http://kohviknord.ee/|email=info@kohviknord.ee |address=Mere pst 20|lat=59.4483391|long=24.7536313|directions=located at the northestern corner of Linnahall |phone=+372 444 0036|tollfree=|fax=|hours=evening café: opens at 5 only – see website for details|price= |lastedit=2018-10-12 |content=At the pier behind Linnahall; you are really at the sea. }} ===Nightclubs=== {{infobox|Double vision in Tallinn|[[File:St Olaf's church, Tallinn, July 2008.jpg|120px]] [[File:EE HJ Tallinn St Nicholas church tower.jpg|120px]] <br> Save for the spire, the towers of St. Olaf's church in the northern corner of the Old Town and Niguliste (St. Nicholas') church almost exactly at the opposite side of the Old Town look very similar. }} *{{drink | name=Arena3 | url=http://arena3.ee/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address=Tartu mnt. 17 | lat=59.43392 | long=24.76214 | directions=In the Kompassi district | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Plays middle of the road pop and disco. Popular with the young crowd. Reasonably priced. }} * {{drink | name=Bonbon | url=http://www.bonbon.ee/ | email= | address=Mere Pst 6e | lat=59.43917 | long=24.75437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Open to all who can get past the strict "face control". Over-the-top décor (chandeliers, leather seats) and prices to match. }} [[File:Club Hollywood at night.jpg|thumb|right|Club Hollywood.]] * {{drink | name=Hollywood | url=https://clubhollywood.ee/en/ | email= | address=Vana-Posti 8 | lat=59.43517 | long=24.74526 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=W-Sa 23:00-? | price= | content=Big club, popular with young Estonians during the week (Ladies Night on Wednesday) and general party crowd at the weekend. Standard is euro trash and top40 songs. Gets started at 23:00 but before 01:00 the party doesn't rock. }} * {{drink | name=Gentlemen's Club Golden Time | alt= Golden Time Striptease Club | url=https://goldentime.ee/ | email= | address=Aia 10a | lat=59.43859 | long=24.75136 | directions=near Vene Kultuurikeskus | phone=+372 588-780-68 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Su–Th 21:00–06:00, F–Sa 21:00–08:00 | price= | content=A strip club with excellent interior design and good music. }} * {{Drink|name=Xclub|alt=striptease night club and karaoke|url=https://xclub.ee/|email=info@xclub.ee|address=Harju Street. 6|lat=59.43496|long=24.74585|phone=+372 6 310 575}} * {{drink | name=HALL | alt=Klubi HALL | url=https://hall.vision/ | email=info@hall.vision | address=Peetri 6 | lat=59.45074 | long=24.72904 | directions=at Kalamaja district; about 6 km from airport and 2 km from railway station | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F–Sa 00:00–09:00 | price= | content=Techno music club. }} * {{drink | name=Parlament | url=http://www.clubparlament.com/ | email= | address=Ahtri 10 | lat=59.43920 | long=24.75630 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Bubblegum pop and live events. }} * {{drink | name=Prive | alt= | url= | email= | address=Harju 6 | lat=59.43449 | long=24.74346 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tallinn's flashiest nightspot, run by legendary warehouse party organizers Vibe, often has foreign DJs playing. Expensive and has strict face control, so dress up. }} * {{drink | name=Riff | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/RiffTallinn | email= | address=Viru väljak 4/6 | lat=59.435870 | long=24.754627 | directions=backside of Viru keskus shopping center | phone=+372 5084602, +372 5038720 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa 23:00-05:00 | price=entry €6 | content=If Russian club music, vodka shots and a vibrant crowd is your desire, this is the base. Pretty empty until 01:00 after then it fills up. They have a nice terrace during summer which is a popular meeting point as the main bus terminal is 100 m away and many stop their for the wait on the first bus in the morning. The club does have many bouncers but as long as you don't carry weapons or start a fight, they are rather passive. }} * {{drink | name=Teater | alt= | url=http://klubiteater.ee/en | email=info@klubiteater.ee | address=Vabaduse square 5 | lat=59.432703 | long=24.744569 | directions=across the street from Vabaduse square | phone=+372 56 88 4444 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=F Sa 23:00-05:00 | price=€8 entrance (€15 for VIP) drinks from €4 | content=Basement club on Vabaduse square. Popular with late twens and smaller groups. Music focus is on 1990s and 2000s. Door policy is relaxed but most people are dressed up. Usually starts going at midnight. }} *{{drink | name=Virgins | url=http://virgins.ee/ | email=admin@virgins.ee | address=Tartu mnt. 29 | lat=59.4329 | long=24.7643 | directions= | phone=+372 56992255 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=22:00-06:00 | price=€10 for the entrance | content=Gentlemen's club with erotic shows and luxurious drinks. Popular with business travellers and male tourists. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|up to €50 a night|€50-€100|over €100 a night}} ===Budget=== ====Hostels==== * {{sleep | name=16EUR Hostel | url=http://www.16eur.ee/ | email=info@16eur.ee | address=Roseni 9 | lat=59.43932 | long=24.75513 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 501 3046 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed: from €10; Single: €16-25 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Alur Hostel | url=http://hostel.alur.ee/ | email=contact@alur.ee | address=Lai 20 | lat=59.43894 | long=24.74491 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 646 6210 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed: from €9 | checkin=12:00 | checkout=12:00 | content= Friendly staff, small kitchen and large common room. Wi-Fi available in all of the rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Euphoria | url=http://www.euphoria.ee/ | email=euphoria@traveller.ee | address=Roosikrantsi 4 | lat=59.43180 | long=24.74329 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 5837 3602 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed: from €9 | checkin= | checkout= | content=The place with a character. Painted walls, daily events, workshops and unplugged concerts make this place different from other hostels. A must stay for artistic spirits. Friendly staff and free Wi-Fi. As of 2018, this hostel closes during the winter season. }} * {{sleep | name=Fat Margeret's | url=http://www.fatmargarets.ee/ | email=info@fatmargarets.ee | address=Põhja puiestee 27 | lat=59.44423 | long=24.74903 | directions=north-east border of Old Town | phone=+372 510 0916 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Bed from €10 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Hostel with a big living room, kitchen and a lot of clean toilets and showers. Free Wi-Fi. }} * {{sleep | name=Flying Kiwi Backpackers | url=http://www.flyingkiwitallinn.com/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=info@flyingkiwitallinn.com | address=Nunne 1 | lat=59.43856 | long=24.74311 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 5821 3292 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=20 beds }} * {{sleep | name=GIDIC Backpackers | url=http://www.gidic.hostel.com/ | email= | address=31 Tartu Mnt |lat=59.43283 | long=24.76470 | directions=Just outside Old Town | phone=+372 646 6016 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Australian-owned. }} * {{sleep | name=Zinc Old Town Hostel | url=http://zinchostel.ee/ | email= | address=Väike-Karja 1 | lat=59.43589 | long=24.74722 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 5781 0173 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Changed owner a couple of times and also the name but still on the same place. Clean, friendly and flexible staff. | lastedit=2018-10-11 }} * {{sleep | name=Knight House | url=http://www.knight-house.eu/ {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=Ilya@knight-house.eu | address=Rüütli 18 | lat=59.43513 | long=24.74188 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 5550 1001 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed: from €7; Single: €16-25 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Hotel quality accommodation at hostel prices. Hostel occupies a house that is over 600 years old, with the centre of the Old Town just out the door. Fully equipped kitchen, common area, free Wi-Fi, free tea and coffee. }} * {{sleep | name=Monk's Bunk | alt= | url=http://www.themonksbunk.com/ | email=info@themonksbunk.com | address=Tatari 1 | lat=59.43251 | long=24.74648 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 636 3924 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Dorm from €11 | content=Even booking a place here online (either through the well known suspects or their own website), does not mean they have accommodation available. They are unreliable with regards to updating the status of their beds. So, better not have this stress and book somewhere else. }} * {{sleep | name=Old House Hostel | alt= | url=http://www.oldhouse.ee/hostel/ | email=hostel@oldhouse.ee | address=Uus 26 | lat=59.44075 | long=24.74987 | directions= | phone=+372 6411 281 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double rooms from €30 | content=A very nice, friendly and stylishly decorated hostel in the northern part of the Old Town, very near to the centre of Tallinn. The staff speak excellent English. The rooms are good enough to pass for hotel rooms, but have no private bathrooms. No restaurant, and no breakfast provided - you cook your own food or dine elsewhere in Tallinn. Free Internet connection available for hostel guests. }} * {{sleep | name=Tallinn Backpackers | url=http://www.tallinnbackpackers.com | email=info@tallinnbackpackers.com | address=Olevimägi 11 |lat=59.44042 | long=24.74892 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 644 0298 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Dorm bed from €9 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Includes a sauna. }} ====Hotels==== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Dzingel | url=http://www.dzingel.ee/ | email=hotell@dzingel.ee | address=Männiku tee 89, Nõmme |lat=59.37847 | long=24.71842 | directions=5&nbsp;km from Old Town and easy to reach by bus No 5 | phone=+372 610 5201, +372 610 5300 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €45 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Park Inn by Radisson Central Tallinn | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/park-inn-tallinn | email=info.tallinn@rezidorparkinn.com | address=Narva mnt 7C | lat=59.43767 | long=24.76141 | directions= | phone=+372 633 9800 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€48 | content=This is not the best Park Inn in the world, but with some luck you can get a super low room rate compared to its sister hotels under the main Radisson brand. }} * {{sleep | name=GoHotel Shnelli | alt= | url=http://www.gohotels.ee/ | email= | address=Toompuiestee 37 | lat=59.43942 | long=24.73615 | directions=near the medieval Old Town, close to Snelli Park and the Baltic Railway Station. | phone=+372 631 0100 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double: €38. There are discounted rates for guests arriving after midnight - €32 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel St. Barbara | alt= | url=https://www.stbarbara.ee/en-us {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=reservations@stbarbara.ee | address=Roosikrantsi 2A | lat=59.432098 | long=24.743179 | directions=Get off at Vabaduse väljak stop | phone=+372 6400040 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€40-60 | lastedit=2019-03-03 | content=A former hospital converted into a hotel. Located just south of the Old Town, it is easily accessible by public transit with bus and tram stops nearby. }} * {{sleep | name=Citybox | url=https://citybox.no/en/tallinn/ | email=tallinn@citybox.ee | address=Laeva 1 |lat=59.44126 | long=24.75880 | directions=Near D terminal and Nautica shopping center | phone=+372 660 6630 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Single €40, double €45 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Self-service hotel. Guests handle booking, payment, check-in and check-out themselves. }} * {{sleep | name=St. Olav Hotel | url=http://www.olav.ee/ | email=olav@olav.ee | address=Lai 5 |lat=59.43853 | long=24.74385 | directions=In the heart of the Medieval merchants district within three minutes walk form the Old Town Square | phone=+372 6161180 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €45 | checkin= | checkout= | content=An old building with an interior that is also antique. However, the rooms are modern with flat-screen TVs. }} * {{sleep | name=Gotthard Residents | url=http://www.gotthard.ee/ | email=gotthard@gotthard.ee | address=Pikk 66 |lat=59.44189 | long=24.74904 | directions=Just over 0.5 km to the old town and about 1 km to the ferry port | phone=+372 611 8080 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €44 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Meriton Old Town Garden Hotel | url=https://www.meritonhotels.com/en/ | email=booking@meritonhotels.com | address=Lai 24 |lat=59.43926 | long=24.74520 | directions= | phone=+372 664 8800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €37 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=The Pirita Monastery | alt= | url=http://www.piritaklooster.ee/bookings/?lang=en | email=pirita@osss.ee | address=Merivälja tee 18 |lat=59.46744 | long=24.83382 | directions=Pirita district, near Pirita beach | phone=+372 605 5000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Single €42, double €58, triple €77, quadruple €99 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Featuring ski-to-door access, garden, terrace free WiFi and parking. }} ===Mid-range=== [[File:Blue Sirius SS Admiral Beluga Hotell Euroopa Tallinn 6 May 2013.JPG|thumb|Hotel Euroopa seen from the Marina of the Port of Tallinn]] * {{sleep | name=Barons Boutique Hotel | alt= | url= | email=barons@barons.ee | address=Suur-Karja 7 | lat=59.43589 | long=24.74654 | directions= | phone=+372 699 9700 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€94 | content=The hotel is in an old bank building and features and overdose of pretentiousness for what are essentially quite simple rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Euroopa | alt=formerly Clarion | url=http://www.euroopa.ee/?lang=en | email=info@euroopa.ee | address=Paadi 5 | lat=59.44145 | long=24.76059 | directions= | phone=+372 6699 777 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€95 | content=The Euroopa has a first-rate location overlooking the marina basin of the Old Town Port of Tallinn, and is generally a very modern hotel. The rooms are spacious and comfortable and perhaps the only downside to it all are wildly clashing textures and patterns throughout the hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=My City Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.mycityhotel.ee/en/Hotel-in-tallinn | email=info@mycityhotel.ee | address=Vana Posti 11/13 | lat=59.43529 | long=24.74601 | directions= | phone=+372 6220 900 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€80 | content=The hotel in the conspicuous white early 20th century building may look like many others in Tallinn with the slightly outdated and pretentious decor, but behind this veneer lies a true dedication to detail, extending as far as featuring a bathtub duck in the courtesy toiletries set. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Palace | alt= | url= | email=palace@tallinnhotels.ee | address=Vabaduse Väljak 3 | lat=59.43259 | long=24.74534 | directions= | phone=+372 680 6655 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€92 | content=Operated by the local company Tallinn Hotels, the Hotel Palace is stuated in a 1937 building with a stark gray period facade, somewhat contrasting with its name. The interiors have been refurbished in mid-2014 and now feature furniture and fixtures reminiscent of the interwar period. The art-deco theme is continued in the use of motifs from paintings of Konrad Mägi, a famous Estonian painter whose lifetime covered the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel Olumpia, Tallinn | alt=formerly Reval Hotel Olümpia | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-tallinn-olumpia | email=info.olumpia.tallinn@radissonblu.com | address=Liivalaia 33 | lat=59.43024 | long=24.75769 | directions= | phone=+372 631 5333 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€76 | content=390 air-conditioned rooms and bars and restaurants. It also has a conference centre, health club with swimming pool and saunas. Free WiFi throughout the hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Tallink City Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.tallinkhotels.com/en/tallink-city-hotel | email=cityhotel@tallink.ee | address=A. Laikmaa 5 | lat=59.43641 | long=24.75780 | directions= | phone=+372 630 0800 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€92 | content=Tallink's City Hotel has a very central location, right opposite the Viru shopping centre, but unfortunately it is let down by poor service standards dictated by the group business that is the hotel's mainstay. }} * {{sleep | name=Tallink Express Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.tallinkhotels.com/tallink-express-hotel | email=expresshotel@tallink.ee | address=Sadama 9 | lat=59.44443 | long=24.75559 | directions= | phone=+372 667 8700 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€68 | content=The Tallink Express is the cheapest of the hotels provided by the ferry operator Tallink, sandwiched between their spectacular headquarters and the Tallink Spa & Conference Center. The rooms, furniture and fixtures are rather basic, and the location a tad remote and not in a pleasant or picturesque part of Tallinn. }} * {{sleep | name=Tallink Spa & Conference Center | alt= | url=http://www.tallinkhotels.com/tallink-spa-conference-hotel | email=spahotel@tallink.ee | address=Sadama 11a | lat=59.44446 | long=24.75640 | directions= | phone=+372 630 1000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€92 | content=Tallink's most upscale property is just what the label says, with a pool spa with a number of water-based amenities and a conference centre. The rooms are modern and decorated with sometimes bewilderingly clashing patterns, and some overlook the main pool atrium rather than the outside. There is a considerable distance from the hotel to everything else but the ferry terminal. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Ülemiste | alt= | url=http://www.ylemistehotel.ee/homepage/57 | email=sales@ylemistehotel.ee | address=Lennujaama tee 2 | lat=59.41977 | long=24.79391 | directions= | phone=+372 603 2600 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€80 | content=With a location close to the shore of Lake Ulemiste within walking distance to the airport, this hotel counts as Tallinn's airport hotel. Apart from the airport and the Ulemiste shopping centre, it is not quite close to anything. Everything about the hotel is reasonably modern, though let down by small niggles. }} * {{sleep | name=Baltic Hotel Vana Wiru | alt= | url=http://www.vanawiru.ee/ | email=vanawiru@baltichotelgroup.com | address=Viru 11 | lat=59.43697 | long=24.74940 | directions= | phone=+372 66 91 500 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€95 | content=The hotel has outdated rooms, some of which do not have much in terms of a view, while others feature sloping roofs, and it is bested by other hotels in many other respects. But this is all made up by its brilliant location on the Viru Street in the heart of the Old Town. }} * {{sleep | name=The von Stackelberg Hotel Tallinn | alt= | url=http://www.vonstackelberghotel.com/ | email=fom.vsh@uhotelsgroup.com | address=Toompuiestee 23 | lat=59.43475 | long=24.73268 | directions= | phone=+372 66 00 700 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€79 | content=The hotel is based in a historic building once belonging to the von Stackelberg family, sitting just outside of the Old Town of Tallinn. The rooms are quite spacious for a historic property though, and there is an on-site spa providing wellness treatments. }} ===Splurge=== [[File:Tln1.jpg|thumbnail|right|View of downtown Tallinn at night, including the Swissotel and Radisson towers]] * {{sleep | name=Merchants House Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.merchantshousehotel.com | email=info@merchantshousehotel.com | address=Dunkri 4/6 | lat=59.43706 | long=24.74384 | directions=Town Hall Square | phone=+372 6977 500 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€115 | content=31 rooms and six suites. The hotel is a small complex of 14th and 16th century buildings with rooms all looking in on the central courtyard. The historic buildings contrasts nicely with the luxurious designer interiors of the rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Nordic Hotel Forum | url=http://www.nordichotels.eu | email=info@nordichotels.eu | address=Viru Väljak 3 | lat=59.43746 | long=24.75522 | directions= | phone=+372 622 2900 | tollfree= | fax=+372 622 2901 | hours= | price=double room €105 | checkin= | checkout= | content=A modern hotel at Viru Väljak square in the city center. Good and generous breakfast buffet. }} * {{sleep | name=Olevi Residents | url=http://www.olevi.ee/index.php | email= | address=Olevimägi 4 | lat=59.44067 | long=24.74895 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 6 277 650 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: €103, breakfast included | checkin= | checkout= | content=Really nice and comfortable hotel in the middle of the Old Town. Free internet access. It has a very good hotel restaurant. The building is from the 14th century and has lots of character. }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Collection Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-tallinn | email=info.tallinn@radissonblu.com | address=Rävala pst. 3 | lat=59.43348 | long=24.75775 | directions= | phone=+372 682 3000 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€111 | content=287 rooms }} * {{sleep | name=Savoy Boutique Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.tallinnhotels.ee/savoy-boutique-hotel-tallinn {{dead link|December 2020}} | email=savoy@tallinnhotels.ee | address=Suur-Karja 17/19 | lat=59.43512 | long=24.74690 | directions= | phone=+372 680 6688 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€133 | content=The Savoy is the most upmarket property among those operated by the local company Tallinn Hotels. The large building stands out among its Old Town surroundings, while the interior is appointed in a simple and conservative style. Due to the limitations of the historic buildings, some rooms, especially singles, are rather smallish. }} * {{sleep | name=Schlössle Hotel | alt= | url=http://schloesslehotel.com/boutique-hotels-tallinn/ | email=sch@schlossle-hotels.com | address=Pühavaimu 13/15 | lat=59.438632 | long=24.747723 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 699 77 00 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=from €122 | content=Old storehouse that is converted in a barock-gothic boutique hotel. By some measures the oldest hotel (first erected in 14th century) and renovated in detail to fulfill today's requirements of a 5-star hotel. Only 23 rooms, spa and part of Leading Hotels of the world. }} * {{sleep | name=Sokos Hotel Viru | alt= | url=http://www.viru.ee/ | email= | address=Viru väljak 4 | lat=59.43657 | long=24.75480 | directions= | phone=+372 680 9300 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€128 | content=This is a large matchbox of a building and, for a long time, it was the tallest modern building in Tallinn. It's very centrally located at the edge of the Old Town. In the Soviet days, when Tallinn was a hotbed of espionage, Viru was the city's premier hotel and every single room was famously bugged by the KGB. Today it's just a very good Finnish-run business hotel, and even the grey facade has been whitewashed. }} * {{sleep | name=Solo Sokos Hotel Estoria | alt= | url=https://www.sokoshotels.fi/en/tallinn/sokos-hotel-estoria | email=estoria.reservation@sok.fi | address=Viru valjak 4 | lat=59.43675 | long=24.75560 | directions= | phone=+372 6 809 300 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€158 | content=The Estoria is a part of the same building complex as the Viru hotel, but it follows the upmarket "Solo" concept and features colourful and unique design elements throughout its interior. The level of comfort and facilities is higher than at the Viru, but the 93 rooms are placed in a smaller building with less spectacular views. }} * {{sleep | name=St. Petersburg Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.hotelstpetersbourg.com/ | email= | address=Rataskaevu 7 | lat=59.43676 | long=24.74298 | directions= | phone=+372 628 6500 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€140 | content=The St. Petersburg is a sister hotel of the Schloessle, operated by M.C Hotels, and as such a member of Summit Hotels and the Preferred Hotels Group. The boutique property is housed in a historic building at a corner of pedestrianized streets in the Old Town. The interior is filled with exquisite appointments and designer or vintage furniture and fixtures. Service and price levels match this standard. }} * {{sleep | name=Swissôtel Tallinn | alt= | url=http://www.swissotel.com/EN/Destinations/Estonia/Swissotel%20Tallinn/Hotel%20Home/ | email= | address=Tornimäe 3 | lat=59.43293 | long=24.76103 | directions= | phone=+372 624 0000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€113 | content=Tallest building within the banking district. 238 stylish guest rooms with either city or harbour view. The hotel houses two restaurants and a deli for guests on the run; Püroval Spa & Wellness delivers private fitness and relaxation facilities, including an indoor pool, a gym, a sauna and a steam room. Views over Tallinn and Old Town are spectacular from 30th floor Horisont Bar. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Telegraaf | alt= | url=http://www.telegraafhotel.com/hotel | email=info@telegraafhotel.com | address=Vene 9 | lat=59.43795 | long=24.74748 | directions=Old Town | phone=+372 6000 600 | tollfree= | fax=+372 6000 601 | checkin= | checkout= | price=€160 | content=Located in Tallinn's Old Town, the hotel building was constructed as an exchange station for the Estonian Telegraph company in 1878, and with the historical façade left standing completely renovated to be reopened as a five-star hotel in 2007, featuring 86 elegant rooms and suites, a small spa area with an indoor swimming pool, two booths for facials and massages, a Symphony Lounge (function room, private events) as well as the renowned Restaurant Tchaikovsky and during the summer months a charming summer terrace. }} * {{sleep | name=The Three Sisters Boutique Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.threesistershotel.com/ | email=info@threesistershotel.com | address=Pikk 71 | lat=59.44204 | long=24.74858 | directions= | phone=+372 630 6300 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=€139 | content=A member of Relais & Chateaux, the Three Sisters in the name refer to the three medieval buildings that make up the hotel. As the buildings date back to the 14th century, each of the hotel's 23 rooms is unique in shape and size, as well as appointments: some stay true to the medieval character of the rest of the hotel, while others are surprisingly modern. The steep staircases, sloping roofs and small windows are also part of the package. }} ==Stay safe== [[File:Plaza de la Torre, Tallinn, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 36.JPG|thumbnail|right|Old Town Walls]] Tallinn is easily among Europe's safest capitals, with violent crime being rare and petty crime being negligible compared to other cities. However, various governments warn against the risk of being [[pickpockets|pickpocketed]], particularly in the Old Town. Watch your valuables closely, especially on public transport and at Viru Street. The stigmatized neighbourhoods of Kopli and Lasnamäe – both predominantly Russian-speaking areas known as hotbeds for the notorious "Gopnik" culture – are probably best to be avoided after dark, although they are a lot safer than the "bad neighbourhoods" in Western European or North American cities. In suburbs of the city it is always best to avoid heavily drunk people. The biggest trap to tourists in Tallinn is getting ripped off by taxi drivers or in "gentlemen's clubs". Many of the latter are known for their [[Common scams#Clip joint|exorbitant prices and hidden "fees"]]. Credit card skimming and other similar scams are common practice in those establishments. Stay away, unless you particularly enjoy losing your month's pay in a few hours. People who arrive to Tallinn by camper van or just by car should be careful and not leave valuables in their vehicles. Unfortunately it's not rare that cars with foreign plates are looted. Those crimes are committed mainly in the area of Tallinn's passenger port and nearby streets where many camper vans stop. There are safer official car parks, but they are often harder to find, their location might not be very good, and you have to pay quite a lot of money. Winters in Tallinn, indeed all of Estonia, are milder than in Scandinavia and Russia, but slippery roads are common. Be careful of icy pavements in the winter which can be a hazard especially outside of the central areas. ==Respect== During the Soviet period the city's name was rendered in English as ''Tallin'', a transliteration from the city's name in Russian: ''Таллин''. That spelling should be avoided today. ==Connect== Wi-Fi is available in many public areas as well as restaurants, hotels and bars, many of them can be used free of charge. The site [http://wifi.ee/index.php?p=area&lang=eng&area=tallinn wifi.ee] maintains a list of wireless networks. If you want to send a post card, almost every place selling something also has post cards. However they seldom have stamps. Check the [http://www.post.ee/map?id=8715&maakond=0784&regioon=24 web page of the Estonian Post]{{Dead link|date=February 2025 |bot=InternetArchiveBot }} for post office locations, this is where you can purchase stamps. ==Cope== [[File:Pikk Hermann, Tallin, Estonia, 2012-08-05, DD 02.JPG|thumbnail|right|Pikk Hermann (Tall Hermann) tower and the Estonian Parliament building (Riigikogu)]] * {{listing | name=East-Tallinn Central Hospital | alt= | url=http://www.itk.ee/en | email= | address=Ravi 18 | lat=59.4278 | long=24.7567 | directions= | phone=+372 622 7070 | tollfree=1900 | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Full-fledged clinic with all areas covered (ICU, midwife, surgery etc.) and recommended by most embassies. }} ===Embassies=== Many details can also be found here: https://www.embassypages.com/estonia * {{flag|Canada}} {{listing | name=Canada | url=http://www.BalticStates.gc.ca | email=tallinn@canada.ee | address=Toom-Kooli 13, 2nd floor | lat=59.43652 | long=24.73721 | directions= | phone=+372 627 3311 | tollfree= | fax=+372 627 3312 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name=China | alt= | url=http://ee.china-embassy.gov.cn/eng/ | email=chinaemb@online.ee | address=Narva Mnt.98 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+372 6 015 830 | tollfree= | fax=+372 6 015 833 | hours=M-F 09:00-12:00, 14:00-18:00 | price= | lastedit=2024-02-08 | content= }} * {{flag|Finland}} {{listing | name=Finland | url=http://www.finland.ee | email=sanomat.tal@formin.fi | address=Kohtu 4 | lat=59.43652 | long=24.74050 | directions= | phone=+372-6103 200 | tollfree= | fax=+372 610 3281 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Georgia}} {{listing | name=Georgia |alt=| url=http://estonia.mfa.gov.ge/index.php?sec_id=64&lang_id= {{dead link|August 2018|December 2020}} | email=tallinn.emb@mfa.gov.ge | address=Viru väljak 2, 10111 Tallinn |lat=59.437279 | long=24.754243 | directions= | phone=+372 698 8590 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |wikidata=|lastedit=2020-02-08| content= }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name=Germany | url=http://www.tallinn.diplo.de/Vertretung/tallinn/de/Startseite.html | email=info@tallinn.diplo.de | address=Toom-Kuninga 11 |lat=59.42892 | long=24.73751 | directions= | phone=+372 627 5300, +372 627 5304 (emergencies) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Greece}} {{listing | name=Greece | url= | email=gremb.tal@mfa.gr | address=Pärnu Mnt 12, 1st Floor 101 48 Tallinn |lat=59.43464 | long=24.74724 | directions= | phone=+372 640 3560, +372 5349 6007 (emergencies) | tollfree= | fax=+372 640 3561 | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Macedonia}} {{listing | name=Macedonia | alt= | url=http://www.mfa.gov.mk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=300&Itemid=645&lang=en | email= | address=Suurtüki 4A-12, 10133 Tallinn | lat=59.44162 | long=24.74478 | directions= | phone=+372 644 0479 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= |wikidata=|lastedit=2020-02-08| content= }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name=Netherlands | alt= | url=https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/countries/estonia/about-us/embassy-in-tallinn | email=tal-ca@minbuza.nl | address=Rahukohtu 4-I | lat=59.43804 | long=24.74077 | directions= | phone=+372 680 5500 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|Romania}} {{listing | name=Romania | alt= | url=http://tallinn.mae.ro/en | email=tallinn@mae.ro | address=Ravala pst.5, et.5 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+372 715 1610 | tollfree= | fax=+372 715 1613 | hours=M-F 8:30-16:30 | price= | lastedit=2021-12-03 | content= }} * {{flag|Sweden}} {{listing | name=Sweden | url=http://www.swedenabroad.com/Start____17837.aspx | email=swedemb@neti.ee | address=Pikk 28 | lat=59.43906 | long=24.74700 | directions= | phone=+372 640 5600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name=United Kingdom | url=http://ukinestonia.fco.gov.uk/en | email=TallinnConsular.Enquiries@fco.gov.uk | address=Wismari 6 | lat=59.43266 | long=24.73168 | directions= | phone=+372 667 4700 | tollfree= | fax=+372 667 4725 | hours=By appointment: M-Th: 10:00-Midday, 13:30-15:00 | price= | content= }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States | alt= | url=https://ee.usembassy.gov/ | email=USASaatkond@state.gov | address=Kentmanni 20 | lat=59.43047 | long=24.75165 | directions= | phone=+372 668 8100 | tollfree= | fax=+372 668 8265 | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Go next== * [[Maardu]] &ndash; A neighboring town 15 km east. * [[North_Estonia#See|Jägala Falls]] &ndash; 20 km east, is Estonia's largest waterfall. * [[Lahemaa National Park]] &ndash; About 50&nbsp;km east, a place to find some nice forests, coast, swamps, beautiful bogs, and 4 interesting manors. Good for a day trip or even hikes with overnighting at the park. * [[Soomaa National Park]] &ndash; About 60 km south and second largest national park in Estonia, known for its swamps and bogs (Soomaa means "land of bogs" in Estonian), and its "fifth season". Surprisingly, swimming is popular there and is said to rejuvenate the skin. * [[Kaberneeme]] &ndash; A village about 40&nbsp;km east on the coast. The village has a 2&nbsp;km long beach area with pine tree forests edging right up to the shore. * [[Viljandi]] &ndash; A beautiful, ancient and hilly city, known for its annual Viljandi Folk Music Festival, beautiful old town and overwhelming and picturesque park around the old castle. * [[Tartu]] &ndash; 2 hr by car, 2 hr 30 min by bus, south east. Museum-rich and hanseatic city on the banks of the Emajõgi River. Also, Estonia's second-largest and oldest city, intellectual hub famous for its universities, and a lively student city. * [[Paldiski]] &ndash; 40 km west, this former Soviet closed city is a great place to see remains of Soviet military and industrial infrastructure. * Hop on the ferry and you are in [[Helsinki]], [[Finland]] in 2 hours. Remember to bring your passport (for citizens of the European Union a national ID card will suffice). * There are convenient long-distance busses that travel in four hours to [[Riga]], [[Latvia]]. Especially those by Lux Express have seats similar to airplane seats, including screens for watching media. {{routebox | image1=Tabliczka_E67.svg | imagesize1=22 | link1=[[European route E67]] | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Helsinki]] | minorl1=[[Image:Ferry.png|18px]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Riga]] | minorr1=[[Pärnu]] | image2=Tabliczka E263.svg | imagesize2=22 | link2=[[European route E263]] | directionl2=NW | majorl2=END | minorl2= | directionr2=SE | majorr2=[[Setomaa|Luhamaa]] | minorr2=[[Tartu]] | image3=Tabliczka E20.svg | imagesize3=22 | link3= [[European route E20]] | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Stockholm]] | minorl3=[[Image:Ferry.png|18px]] | directionr3=E | majorr3=[[Saint Petersburg]] | minorr3=[[Narva]] | image4=Tabliczka E265.svg | imagesize4=22 | link4= [[European route E265]] | directionl4=W | majorl4=[[Paldiski]] | minorl4=[[Keila]] | directionr4=E | majorr4=END }} {{guidecity}} {{geo|59.437222|24.745278}} {{isPartOf|North Estonia}} mylijr022f3vqmz0oqosxhyod1pxey5 0 35282 5328504 3867816 2026-08-14T19:43:56Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328504 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Tanjung Resang''' is located in Mersing District, [[Johor]], [[Malaysia]]. Although not as well-known as other East Coast seaside areas, such as Desaru or Kuantan, Tanjung Resang's main attractions are its beach and serene surroundings. ==Understand== ==Get in== ==Get around== To get in and around Tanjung Resang, invariably you'll need to drive or ride a motorcycle. There are no buses that go to Tanjung Resang, though you can get a taxi from Mersing, about a 15 minute drive. Some cycling enthusiasts use their racing or mountain bikes to get to Tanjung Resang, but given the mostly rough terrain there, a mountain bike is better. {{mapframe|2.5947|103.9367|zoom=13}} ==See== The view from Gunung Arong's peak is a sight not to be missed. Not only can you see the entire Tanjung Resang bay, but on a clear day even Pulau Tioman is clearly visible. Other Tanjung Resang sights include the various pods of dolphins that inhabit the bay, as well as the 2, at times 3 meter beach break surf that rolls in during the December to February months. The wildlife around Tanjung Resang jungle is interesting too. Expect to see snakes, monkeys, as well as wild boars, flying foxes, eagles, otters, porcupines, scorpions, civet cats and countless exotically-plumed bird species. There are also a few small Malay kampungs still in their authentic state. ==Do== Scale Gunung Arong and enjoy the spectacular view from its summit at over 200 metres. At the foot of Gunung Arong there's a waterfall and natural pool, great for a quick dip to refresh yourself after the climb. Other Tanjung Resang activities, especially during the Northeast monsoon, include surfing, kite-boarding, windsurfing and skim-boarding. During this time of the year (November-March) the winds pack quite a punch, whipping up the seas to impressively-sized swell and beach surf, ideal for high-wind sailors and wave-surfers. During the milder Southwest monsoon (May-October), the area is somewhat shielded from the winds by the jutting capes, rendering the waters calmer and clear and thus more suitable for more recreational sailing, sailing classes, as well as kayaking, snorkeling, freediving, scuba diving, fishing, stand up paddling and island-hopping boat trips. That said, outside the Tanjung Resang bay the winds at times can still good enough for high-speed windsurfing. Tanjung Resang's pristine hinterland also lends itself for eco-tourism, off-roading and hiking. ==Buy== ==Eat== Lastly, while in Tanjung Resang, sample the kerupuk lekor, a local delicacy. ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Johor}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|2.5778|103.8031|zoom=14}} 6jvofw0b7v8uo2k5zh221rvtc78vgwq 5328505 5328504 2026-08-14T19:52:16Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ 5328505 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Tanjung Resang''' is located in Mersing District, [[Johor]], [[Malaysia]]. Although not as well-known as other East Coast seaside areas, such as Desaru or Kuantan, Tanjung Resang's main attractions are its beach and serene surroundings. ==Understand== ==Get in== ==Get around== To get in and around Tanjung Resang, invariably you'll need to drive or ride a motorcycle. There are no buses that go to Tanjung Resang, though you can get a taxi from Mersing, about a 15 minute drive. Some cycling enthusiasts use their racing or mountain bikes to get to Tanjung Resang, but given the mostly rough terrain there, a mountain bike is better. {{mapframe|2.61544|103.759611|zoom=13}} ==See== The view from Gunung Arong's peak is a sight not to be missed. Not only can you see the entire Tanjung Resang bay, but on a clear day even Pulau Tioman is clearly visible. Other Tanjung Resang sights include the various pods of dolphins that inhabit the bay, as well as the 2, at times 3 meter beach break surf that rolls in during the December to February months. The wildlife around Tanjung Resang jungle is interesting too. Expect to see snakes, monkeys, as well as wild boars, flying foxes, eagles, otters, porcupines, scorpions, civet cats and countless exotically-plumed bird species. There are also a few small Malay kampungs still in their authentic state. ==Do== Scale Gunung Arong and enjoy the spectacular view from its summit at over 200 metres. At the foot of Gunung Arong there's a waterfall and natural pool, great for a quick dip to refresh yourself after the climb. Other Tanjung Resang activities, especially during the Northeast monsoon, include surfing, kite-boarding, windsurfing and skim-boarding. During this time of the year (November-March) the winds pack quite a punch, whipping up the seas to impressively-sized swell and beach surf, ideal for high-wind sailors and wave-surfers. During the milder Southwest monsoon (May-October), the area is somewhat shielded from the winds by the jutting capes, rendering the waters calmer and clear and thus more suitable for more recreational sailing, sailing classes, as well as kayaking, snorkeling, freediving, scuba diving, fishing, stand up paddling and island-hopping boat trips. That said, outside the Tanjung Resang bay the winds at times can still good enough for high-speed windsurfing. Tanjung Resang's pristine hinterland also lends itself for eco-tourism, off-roading and hiking. ==Buy== ==Eat== Lastly, while in Tanjung Resang, sample the kerupuk lekor, a local delicacy. ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Johor}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|2.5778|103.8031|zoom=14}} e66ana9l36lub4qriju54n7vrbubap5 5328511 5328505 2026-08-14T20:06:19Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Understand */ Improved, Thanks 5328511 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Tanjung Resang''' is located in Mersing District, [[Johor]], [[Malaysia]]. Although not as well-known as other East Coast seaside areas, such as Desaru or Kuantan, Tanjung Resang's main attractions are its beach and serene surroundings. ==Understand== Tanjung Resang is a cape located south of Penyabong and north of Air Papan in Mersing District, Johor, Malaysia. Although not as well known as other East Coast seaside areas, such as Desaru or Kuantan, Tanjung Resang's main attractions are its beach and serene surroundings. Tanjung Resang is a relatively quiet coastal destination away from the larger tourist centres of Johor. The surrounding area consists of beaches, forest, plantations and small fishing communities. The village is particularly suitable for visitors looking for a peaceful seaside getaway, fishing, camping and outdoor activities. It can also serve as a base for exploring the coast around [[Mersing]]. In addition to Tanjung Resang's recreational activities, its mostly untouched wilderness hinterland has recently been gathering momentum as an ecotourism hotspot. Gunung Arong Recreational Forest, in particular, is quite popular amongst hikers. Other activities include scuba diving, freediving, snorkeling, kayaking, skimboarding, stand up paddling, deep sea fishing and off-roading. ==Get in== ==Get around== To get in and around Tanjung Resang, invariably you'll need to drive or ride a motorcycle. There are no buses that go to Tanjung Resang, though you can get a taxi from Mersing, about a 15 minute drive. Some cycling enthusiasts use their racing or mountain bikes to get to Tanjung Resang, but given the mostly rough terrain there, a mountain bike is better. {{mapframe|2.61544|103.759611|zoom=13}} ==See== The view from Gunung Arong's peak is a sight not to be missed. Not only can you see the entire Tanjung Resang bay, but on a clear day even Pulau Tioman is clearly visible. Other Tanjung Resang sights include the various pods of dolphins that inhabit the bay, as well as the 2, at times 3 meter beach break surf that rolls in during the December to February months. The wildlife around Tanjung Resang jungle is interesting too. Expect to see snakes, monkeys, as well as wild boars, flying foxes, eagles, otters, porcupines, scorpions, civet cats and countless exotically-plumed bird species. There are also a few small Malay kampungs still in their authentic state. ==Do== Scale Gunung Arong and enjoy the spectacular view from its summit at over 200 metres. At the foot of Gunung Arong there's a waterfall and natural pool, great for a quick dip to refresh yourself after the climb. Other Tanjung Resang activities, especially during the Northeast monsoon, include surfing, kite-boarding, windsurfing and skim-boarding. During this time of the year (November-March) the winds pack quite a punch, whipping up the seas to impressively-sized swell and beach surf, ideal for high-wind sailors and wave-surfers. During the milder Southwest monsoon (May-October), the area is somewhat shielded from the winds by the jutting capes, rendering the waters calmer and clear and thus more suitable for more recreational sailing, sailing classes, as well as kayaking, snorkeling, freediving, scuba diving, fishing, stand up paddling and island-hopping boat trips. That said, outside the Tanjung Resang bay the winds at times can still good enough for high-speed windsurfing. Tanjung Resang's pristine hinterland also lends itself for eco-tourism, off-roading and hiking. ==Buy== ==Eat== Lastly, while in Tanjung Resang, sample the kerupuk lekor, a local delicacy. ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Johor}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|2.5778|103.8031|zoom=14}} 7dc3zaxvo5eixorfsu7ro7gdbpxy9w2 5328515 5328511 2026-08-14T20:27:43Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Go next */ Added a Map 5328515 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Mena-asia_default_banner.jpg}} '''Tanjung Resang''' is located in Mersing District, [[Johor]], [[Malaysia]]. Although not as well-known as other East Coast seaside areas, such as Desaru or Kuantan, Tanjung Resang's main attractions are its beach and serene surroundings. ==Understand== Tanjung Resang is a cape located south of Penyabong and north of Air Papan in Mersing District, Johor, Malaysia. Although not as well known as other East Coast seaside areas, such as Desaru or Kuantan, Tanjung Resang's main attractions are its beach and serene surroundings. Tanjung Resang is a relatively quiet coastal destination away from the larger tourist centres of Johor. The surrounding area consists of beaches, forest, plantations and small fishing communities. The village is particularly suitable for visitors looking for a peaceful seaside getaway, fishing, camping and outdoor activities. It can also serve as a base for exploring the coast around [[Mersing]]. In addition to Tanjung Resang's recreational activities, its mostly untouched wilderness hinterland has recently been gathering momentum as an ecotourism hotspot. Gunung Arong Recreational Forest, in particular, is quite popular amongst hikers. Other activities include scuba diving, freediving, snorkeling, kayaking, skimboarding, stand up paddling, deep sea fishing and off-roading. ==Get in== ==Get around== To get in and around Tanjung Resang, invariably you'll need to drive or ride a motorcycle. There are no buses that go to Tanjung Resang, though you can get a taxi from Mersing, about a 15 minute drive. Some cycling enthusiasts use their racing or mountain bikes to get to Tanjung Resang, but given the mostly rough terrain there, a mountain bike is better. {{mapframe|2.61544|103.759611|zoom=13}} ==See== The view from Gunung Arong's peak is a sight not to be missed. Not only can you see the entire Tanjung Resang bay, but on a clear day even Pulau Tioman is clearly visible. Other Tanjung Resang sights include the various pods of dolphins that inhabit the bay, as well as the 2, at times 3 meter beach break surf that rolls in during the December to February months. The wildlife around Tanjung Resang jungle is interesting too. Expect to see snakes, monkeys, as well as wild boars, flying foxes, eagles, otters, porcupines, scorpions, civet cats and countless exotically-plumed bird species. There are also a few small Malay kampungs still in their authentic state. ==Do== Scale Gunung Arong and enjoy the spectacular view from its summit at over 200 metres. At the foot of Gunung Arong there's a waterfall and natural pool, great for a quick dip to refresh yourself after the climb. Other Tanjung Resang activities, especially during the Northeast monsoon, include surfing, kite-boarding, windsurfing and skim-boarding. During this time of the year (November-March) the winds pack quite a punch, whipping up the seas to impressively-sized swell and beach surf, ideal for high-wind sailors and wave-surfers. During the milder Southwest monsoon (May-October), the area is somewhat shielded from the winds by the jutting capes, rendering the waters calmer and clear and thus more suitable for more recreational sailing, sailing classes, as well as kayaking, snorkeling, freediving, scuba diving, fishing, stand up paddling and island-hopping boat trips. That said, outside the Tanjung Resang bay the winds at times can still good enough for high-speed windsurfing. Tanjung Resang's pristine hinterland also lends itself for eco-tourism, off-roading and hiking. ==Buy== ==Eat== Lastly, while in Tanjung Resang, sample the kerupuk lekor, a local delicacy. ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== * [[Mersing]] — Coastal town and gateway to several islands off Johor. * [[Tioman Island]] — Popular island destination known for beaches, diving and rainforest. * [[Endau-Rompin National Park]] — Large protected rainforest area in southern Peninsular Malaysia. {{IsPartOf|Johor}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|2.5778|103.8031|zoom=14}} 4ogmotel3bl6k8o7tqwtqrcyi3b0i1r 0 35892 5328332 5327496 2026-08-14T14:51:24Z ~2026-44576-06 2437462 /* By bus or car */ wl 5328332 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road Primary Route 26 connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.9516720 | long=8.6932250 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00-23:00, F Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 12:00-23:00. Kitchen closed 15:00-17:00 | price= 35-250 kr per dish | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Spacious restaurant at the harbor. Most dishes are made to be shared at the table. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Their more unusual beers can be found, bottled, in many local bars. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} qhw14xvfbund8f3mb0vuo70gtuxsdoy 5328333 5328332 2026-08-14T14:58:27Z ~2026-44576-06 2437462 /* By bus or car */ Primærrute 11 5328333 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.9516720 | long=8.6932250 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00-23:00, F Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 12:00-23:00. Kitchen closed 15:00-17:00 | price= 35-250 kr per dish | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Spacious restaurant at the harbor. Most dishes are made to be shared at the table. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Their more unusual beers can be found, bottled, in many local bars. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} dxpizgfma3e2ab66vo68nqhc66kr6g8 5328334 5328333 2026-08-14T15:03:27Z ~2026-44576-06 2437462 /* Drink */ 5328334 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.9516720 | long=8.6932250 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00-23:00, F Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 12:00-23:00. Kitchen closed 15:00-17:00 | price= 35-250 kr per dish | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Spacious restaurant at the harbor. Most dishes are made to be shared at the table. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} f1pmb3r5zsm74kh6gwdovlcw25hr2uj 5328337 5328334 2026-08-14T15:20:16Z RhinoMind 265484 Added listing for Den Gamle Slagter 5328337 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.9516720 | long=8.6932250 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00-23:00, F Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 12:00-23:00. Kitchen closed 15:00-17:00 | price= 35-250 kr per dish | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Spacious restaurant at the harbor. Most dishes are made to be shared at the table. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} cbas97eb92llhaj290bpzchuw5jfr85 5328338 5328337 2026-08-14T15:20:41Z RhinoMind 265484 5328338 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.9516720 | long=8.6932250 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00-23:00, F Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 12:00-23:00. Kitchen closed 15:00-17:00 | price= 35-250 kr per dish | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Spacious restaurant at the harbor. Most dishes are made to be shared at the table. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{buy | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 7zlf0unvuq2z40en7xikh5bo74p2jsq 5328339 5328338 2026-08-14T15:22:20Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Eat */ Updated listing for Den Gamle Slagter - coord 5328339 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.9516720 | long=8.6932250 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00-23:00, F Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 12:00-23:00. Kitchen closed 15:00-17:00 | price= 35-250 kr per dish | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Spacious restaurant at the harbor. Most dishes are made to be shared at the table. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{buy | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} g1t201gis1vivhgil55vqhayz4cegzz 5328340 5328339 2026-08-14T15:22:33Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Eat */ Updated listing for Den Gamle Slagter 5328340 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.9516720 | long=8.6932250 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Th 11:00-23:00, F Sa 11:00-24:00, Su 12:00-23:00. Kitchen closed 15:00-17:00 | price= 35-250 kr per dish | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Spacious restaurant at the harbor. Most dishes are made to be shared at the table. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} ct8lffk5zm9fb2rswxgcb9qzi1ove3u 5328353 5328340 2026-08-14T15:43:01Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Eat */ Updated listing for Bryggen - update 5328353 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F-Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} hiyi6kvn6w3994obgkpgeww46956h9r 5328358 5328353 2026-08-14T15:49:17Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Eat */ bakeries 5328358 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F-Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address= Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} eggd7qk2g8nqqnyi45muydfxhjgg5ij 5328360 5328358 2026-08-14T15:50:15Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Bakeries */ Updated listing for Munkens Bageri - hours 5328360 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F-Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Mo-Fr: 06:00-17:00; Sa-Su: 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} qu9nqlefayauk8knj8xa9uxepg0m33l 5328363 5328360 2026-08-14T15:54:46Z Ground Zero 1423298 Times and dates per [[WV:time]] 5328363 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} dac3v8h8ljpiad9nuib9p2ay3crz2w0 5328370 5328363 2026-08-14T16:06:28Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Understand */ Tourist information on Thy 5328370 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [[https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} fy4gfdnyljoeqdcu451t8u5i9oayoyo 5328371 5328370 2026-08-14T16:06:59Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Understand */ ce 5328371 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} pzm9o40m8sc6myw6r4eh82687d5enmh 5328377 5328371 2026-08-14T16:15:28Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Understand */ no office in Thisted 5328377 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} qydj7mg2vy2dmxbkyagntm3qka6yueg 5328381 5328377 2026-08-14T16:20:15Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Get around */ 5328381 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} dmx2ebf5iavt3z4v42vtmrmci1iqs5u 5328382 5328381 2026-08-14T16:20:53Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Get around */ info 5328382 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} jflvedqr949kp51oa3qjl72z1ohk8bl 5328385 5328382 2026-08-14T16:26:01Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Go next */ Vorupør 5328385 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} bzimily8cy6dhrvpyw8dgsu8psy7s66 5328386 5328385 2026-08-14T16:27:21Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Go next */ Klitmøller 5328386 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} oh0zaf25ws60rqp3j87kke4qhf4i3t7 5328390 5328386 2026-08-14T16:35:02Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ distance 5328390 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 0zznne3cagyztbwnqi5n1hjqxb036ql 5328392 5328390 2026-08-14T16:38:48Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Klitmøller */ trasnprt 5328392 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} mvcbrshvqg39rqi8196da7nik7r7sfr 5328393 5328392 2026-08-14T16:40:47Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ biking 5328393 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} t9kyghww2hc7kbsa95xheihpxve8ot6 5328394 5328393 2026-08-14T16:43:22Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ Vorupør Camping 5328394 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} l43pizzikd7g0xi8ueyp4fsspur7ba8 5328395 5328394 2026-08-14T16:44:30Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ Updated listing for Vorupør Camping - info 5328395 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 8g44wida6ycpyfz7bk4aiy6b6r48p87 5328397 5328395 2026-08-14T16:48:25Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ Visitor center 5328397 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 6wf7u058vkqfvsr5gafkwwj1luxrayl 5328401 5328397 2026-08-14T16:54:02Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Klitmøller */ Surf Camp 5328401 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 3b8rn1p3gvqrth0piibh0xx9l2x01sz 5328403 5328401 2026-08-14T16:55:10Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ Updated listing for National Park Center Thy - hours 5328403 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} eicvq3pfqpwciipxua0ghf2gk10cvct 5328406 5328403 2026-08-14T16:58:51Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ image 5328406 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea beach at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 39dcoddri1fltdawxoartevc11ezmcp 5328410 5328406 2026-08-14T17:00:46Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ ce 5328410 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} gwanppjhqa3d0y01man1zrkvvo2p59c 5328418 5328410 2026-08-14T17:04:33Z RhinoMind 265484 /* By bus or car */ road image 5328418 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors.]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} iypje62niqpx24asfqkjri7eyeeo445 5328419 5328418 2026-08-14T17:05:22Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Get in */ 5328419 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 8d3fuwvd74yv213n9f7zluzgwjotk3m 5328420 5328419 2026-08-14T17:06:25Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Get in */ image placement 5328420 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 03sayshnzwzjynmfkf22cqkzm2wkicq 5328426 5328420 2026-08-14T17:09:41Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ Updated listing for Vorupør Camping 5328426 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} i0mhiv3dg26srtrp0coqrr6pwqod4in 5328429 5328426 2026-08-14T17:12:39Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Go next */ 5328429 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} q6cogiiqjg0krswzjwz63tamp0n690u 5328455 5328429 2026-08-14T17:53:17Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Go next */ image 5328455 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} sp122913lktzehef5gurlj6z1zxp32w 5328456 5328455 2026-08-14T17:57:56Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Klitmøller */ Nystrup Camping 5328456 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 3bc6dg8cdaj6l1kcp1sg19y4b3cz7ek 5328457 5328456 2026-08-14T17:58:22Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Sleep */ ce 5328457 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content= }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} kmg617c9uowfcgzjrf1a8qmxtoo8t2e 5328473 5328457 2026-08-14T18:16:26Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Go next */ eat and sleep 5328473 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} ol40gl4eh0diguowhx5rufpoakgc52p 5328478 5328473 2026-08-14T18:32:28Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ eat 5328478 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 179 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 1fq0wq3lbvzqyqloxbxkz9c3s7lm569 5328479 5328478 2026-08-14T18:35:17Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ Stenbjerg Camping 5328479 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 179 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} bn6xkhogt24r5ibv9c97wrfzd5lszaz 5328481 5328479 2026-08-14T18:36:26Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ order 5328481 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 179 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} ckz8ej3sjxk4e9psg1dlw6g8nbkne3a 5328486 5328481 2026-08-14T18:46:34Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ Vesterhavscaféen 5328486 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 179 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 7smvli7hmwid5dvcssc2v8k3rrzv9tb 5328487 5328486 2026-08-14T18:52:41Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Sleep */ Vorupør Badehotel 5328487 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 179 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} aqb5ma1y783wflk3w6fkipg9acygfzk 5328488 5328487 2026-08-14T18:53:09Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ 5328488 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 179 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 3zlzujn6eg58la1bku6erill1e9roui 5328489 5328488 2026-08-14T18:54:28Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Sleep */ Updated listing for Vorupør Badehotel 5328489 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 179 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} pw02qzgz60ufhrow3em5pjlopep7s3j 5328490 5328489 2026-08-14T18:55:44Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ Updated listing for Stenbjerg Kro - ce 5328490 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 055fpdrtwuvupb8nk800x0xm3c2haoj 5328492 5328490 2026-08-14T18:57:45Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Sleep */ Updated listing for Stenbjerg Camping 5328492 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} d8vnpuj5sf1uvh001h46ympgbugzdqt 5328493 5328492 2026-08-14T18:58:03Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Sleep */ 5328493 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} n20tnnbm7g2croqhic2bl2nyxtg67t6 5328496 5328493 2026-08-14T19:11:04Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Sleep */ Hotel havbadet 5328496 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 03q6ixu0lolfxtexhwqwhyk66udfkqt 5328497 5328496 2026-08-14T19:25:44Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Vorupør */ the Aquarium 5328497 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 9plhmav7selgzxv2t3ir5fbxk9bq1lh 5328499 5328497 2026-08-14T19:34:55Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Eat */ Break 5328499 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== There is no turist information office in Thisted. Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the Northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Break | alt=The Break Café | url=https://thebreakcafe.dk | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 122, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day 09:00-19:00 (kitchen close at 18:00) | price= | content=Whole food, plant-based café with a bit of everything. Breakfast, lunch, burgers, drinks, cakes, and ice cream. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} iw2p8tp8cln965frehp9iqf5l6w97v8 5328500 5328499 2026-08-14T19:36:01Z Ikan Kekek 36420 There's no reason to mention what there isn't. And either Northwest Coast is a proper noun or the phrase is "northwest coast". See [[WV:Capitalization]], please, as I've corrected this kind of thing from you before. Thanks! 5328500 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Break | alt=The Break Café | url=https://thebreakcafe.dk | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 122, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day 09:00-19:00 (kitchen close at 18:00) | price= | content=Whole food, plant-based café with a bit of everything. Breakfast, lunch, burgers, drinks, cakes, and ice cream. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} r20cbctjplw7ir0bo7pw91811jq9n7i 5328501 5328500 2026-08-14T19:36:58Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Eat */ Updated listing for Vesterhavscaféen - hours 5328501 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 10:00-20:00 (kitchen) | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Break | alt=The Break Café | url=https://thebreakcafe.dk | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 122, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day 09:00-19:00 (kitchen close at 18:00) | price= | content=Whole food, plant-based café with a bit of everything. Breakfast, lunch, burgers, drinks, cakes, and ice cream. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} jccghantabosokmqib45dkpkwsl1ro4 5328506 5328501 2026-08-14T19:59:39Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Eat */ amalies (evening meal) 5328506 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to get anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 10:00-20:00 (kitchen) | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Break | alt=The Break Café | url=https://thebreakcafe.dk | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 122, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day 09:00-19:00 (kitchen close at 18:00) | price= | content=Whole food, plant-based café with a bit of everything. Breakfast, lunch, burgers, drinks, cakes, and ice cream. }} * {{eat | name=Steakhouse Amalie | alt= | url=https://www.cafeamalie.dk/page-8/page8.html | email= | address=Nordsøvej 7, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 46 00 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 17:30-22:00 | price=kr 955 for a single grilled beef tenderloin to share (serves 3 people) | lastedit= | content=Steakhouse with potato & salad buffet and an ice cream bar. High quality beef, but also spareribs, chicken and veal. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. (PS. The restaurant service has been limited for the 2026 season. You can still dine here, but please contact the place a few days in advance) }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} oix1evpqvulayxk48g0wqt46ngk9j8x 5328509 5328506 2026-08-14T20:04:03Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Get around */ ce 5328509 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to go anywhere, If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 10:00-20:00 (kitchen) | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Break | alt=The Break Café | url=https://thebreakcafe.dk | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 122, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day 09:00-19:00 (kitchen close at 18:00) | price= | content=Whole food, plant-based café with a bit of everything. Breakfast, lunch, burgers, drinks, cakes, and ice cream. }} * {{eat | name=Steakhouse Amalie | alt= | url=https://www.cafeamalie.dk/page-8/page8.html | email= | address=Nordsøvej 7, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 46 00 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 17:30-22:00 | price=kr 955 for a single grilled beef tenderloin to share (serves 3 people) | lastedit= | content=Steakhouse with potato & salad buffet and an ice cream bar. High quality beef, but also spareribs, chicken and veal. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. (PS. The restaurant service has been limited for the 2026 season. You can still dine here, but please contact the place a few days in advance) }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} a2b6ax13b99f8fpa71o2ubdv87ujod6 5328510 5328509 2026-08-14T20:04:26Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Get around */ ce 5328510 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to go anywhere. If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 10:00-20:00 (kitchen) | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Break | alt=The Break Café | url=https://thebreakcafe.dk | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 122, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day 09:00-19:00 (kitchen close at 18:00) | price= | content=Whole food, plant-based café with a bit of everything. Breakfast, lunch, burgers, drinks, cakes, and ice cream. }} * {{eat | name=Steakhouse Amalie | alt= | url=https://www.cafeamalie.dk/page-8/page8.html | email= | address=Nordsøvej 7, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 46 00 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 17:30-22:00 | price=kr 955 for a single grilled beef tenderloin to share (serves 3 people) | lastedit= | content=Steakhouse with potato & salad buffet and an ice cream bar. High quality beef, but also spareribs, chicken and veal. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. (PS. The restaurant service has been limited for the 2026 season. You can still dine here, but please contact the place a few days in advance) }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} svggg7oct4bfv61b0s08jy0hmq6ksp4 5328512 5328510 2026-08-14T20:08:21Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Eat */ Updated listing for Steakhouse Amalie 5328512 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to go anywhere. If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewer, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 10:00-20:00 (kitchen) | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Break | alt=The Break Café | url=https://thebreakcafe.dk | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 122, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day 09:00-19:00 (kitchen close at 18:00) | price= | content=Whole food, plant-based café with a bit of everything. Breakfast, lunch, burgers, drinks, cakes, and ice cream. }} * {{eat | name=Steakhouse Amalie | alt= | url=https://www.cafeamalie.dk/page-8/page8.html | email= | address=Nordsøvej 7, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 46 00 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 17:30-22:00 | price=kr 955 for a single grilled beef tenderloin to share (serves 3 people), potato & salad buffet included | content=Steakhouse with potato & salad buffet and an ice cream bar. High quality beef, but also spareribs, chicken and veal. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. (PS. The restaurant service has been limited for the 2026 season. You can still dine here, but please contact the place a few days in advance) }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 4vpxbr2juppqvi9r6rvzmpibh0i6al6 5328513 5328512 2026-08-14T20:12:40Z RhinoMind 265484 /* Drink */ ce 5328513 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Thisted Wikivoyage banner coast.jpg}} '''Thisted''' is the main town of the Thy region in [[North Jutland]]. It is home to a little more than 13,500 people (2026). ==Understand== Visit Nordvestkysten is the official tourist information for the northwest coast of Jutland, and they administers a site specifically for the [https://www.visit-nordvestkysten.com/destinations/thy region of Thy]. ==Get in== [[File:Vildsundbroen 2024 NV.jpg|thumb|Vilsundbroen bridge to Mors, part of Primary Route 26.]] [[File:DK 2006 Thybanen.jpg|thumb|The Thy Line]] ===By bus or car=== Bus or car is the easiest way to reach Thisted. And it is also the easiest way to get around the Thy region. The interregional road ''Primærrute 11'' (Primary Route 11) connects [[Aalborg]] to the border with Germany by Thisted. The interregional road ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26) connects [[Hanstholm]] and [[Aarhus]] by Thisted. From Thisted the road leads southeast by the island of [[Skive#Mors|Mors]], the Salling peninsula, and the town of [[Skive]]. ===By train=== Thisted is endstation for ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) rail line, connecting south to the town of [[Struer]]. From Struer, there are several train options to reach other destinations in [[West Jutland]] and [[East Jutland]]. * {{go | name=Thisted Railway Station | alt= | url=https://www.dsb.dk/trafikinformation/stationer/thisted/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 29 | lat=56.95279 | long=8.68795 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4993900 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Northern terminus of the Thy Line from Struer. }} ===By plane=== Thisted has a small airport, but flights have been suspended. Nearest airports are now in [[Aalborg]] and Karup. ==Get around== {{mapframe|layer=W}} Walking is the best and easiest way to around in Thisted. The town is so small, that you don't need a car to go anywhere. If you want to get out of town to the nearby settlements, Klitmøller, Nørre Vorupør, [[Hanstholm]], or the Thy National Park area, however, a bicycle, car, or public bus is a good choice. ==See== * {{see | name=Christiansgave Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.95747 | long=8.68701 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q133521880 | content= }} * {{see | name=Lodbjerg Lighthouse | alt= | url= | email=thy@nst.dk | address=Lodbjergvej 33, Lodbjerg | lat=56.8234 | long=8.26279 | directions=35 km southwest of town, difficult to reach by public transport | phone=+45 3092 0853 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=11:00-18:00 | price=5 kr | image=Lodbjerg Fyr 2012-09-04 23-32-06.jpg | wikidata=Q16324079 | content=Built in 1883. 35-metre granite tower, which gives a fantastic view of the surrounding landscape and the sea. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Museum | alt= | url=http://www.thistedmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Jernbanegade 11 | lat=56.9542 | long=8.69034 | directions= | phone=+45 97920577 | tollfree= | hours= | price=50 kr, half price in summer school holiday | wikidata=Q89343265 | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Local history from the stone age to modern time. }} * {{see | name=Thisted Lilleby | alt= | url=https://thisted-lilleby.dk/ | email= | address=Plantagevej 20 | lat=56.956957 | long=8.690478 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thisted Lilleby 2024.jpg | wikidata=Q133576121 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Miniature model of the 1950 Thisted }} * {{see | name=Thisted Kirke | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-kirke.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 3 | lat=56.95465 | long=8.68918 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12006047 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Old church near the centre of town }} * {{see | name=The old townhall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Store Torv 4 | lat=56.95478 | long=8.69023 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q101089270 | lastedit=2025-05-08 | content=Listed 1853 building at the central square, which now serves as an art gallery }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Bus 88 | alt= | url=https://togrejse.dk/rute-88.html {{dead link|December 2020}} | email= | address= | lat=56.95260 | long=8.68646 | directions=Thisted Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu Th F 09:45 in summer (week 27-32) | price=198 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=All-day sightseeing in Thy, with 6 stops along the route. Different route on each weekday. }} *{{do | name=Thy National Park | alt= | url=http://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Thisted | lat=56.95855 | long=8.368570 | directions=go to the small coastal village of Nr. Vorupør west of Thisted | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1639749 | lastedit=2026-08-12 | content=The national park runs along the North Sea coast from [[Agger Tange]] in the south, to the lighthouse in [[Hanstholm]] in the north, and is bordered on the east by farmland. The park consists of wild dwarf shrubs, lakes, dune heath, and coastal limestone slopes. On the coast, ruins from World War II bunkers can be seen and experienced. Several types of birds, as well as rabbits, deer, and hedgehogs can be spotted. Since the early 2010s, wolves has made a home here. Go to National Park Center Thy - the main visitor centre in Nørre Vorupør - to get inspiration, and ask guides for good advice. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Fiskehuset | alt= | url=http://www.fiskehuset.dk/ | email= | address=Havnen 31 | lat=56.953147 | long=8.694344 | directions=at the marina | phone=+45 97920986 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00, "some evenings" | price=140 kr lunch | image=Fiskehuset, Thisted 2019.jpg | lastedit=2020-08-04 | content=Fishmonger with a restaurant. You can sit outside on the south side and have a beer watching the boats in the harbour. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggen | alt= | url=https://restaurantbryggen.dk/ | email= | address=Sydhavnsvej 9 | lat=56.951672 | long=8.693225 | directions= | phone=+45 97923090 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:00-22:00, F Sa 10:00-24:00 (the kitchen close at 21:00) | price=Full meal lunch from kr 174, Evening full meal from kr 299 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Spacious café and restaurant at the harbourside. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and evening dinners. Great outdoor space. }} * {{eat | name=Det Gamle Røgeri | alt= | url=http://dgr-thisted.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9561927 | long=8.6923087 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=135 kr | lastedit=2020-08-08 | content=Seafood restaurant. Has a small patio in the courtyard. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gamle Slagter | alt= | url=https://dengamleslagter.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.9541 | long=8.6823 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Butcher shop with many interesting take-away options. Meats and sausages for your grill party. Solid ready-made dinners that you heat yourself, including several Danish specialities such as ''Biksemad'', ''Gule Ærter'', and '' Skipperlabskovs''. Excellent sandwiches and a lot of different ''smørrebrød'' deals, perfect for a picnic. }} === Bakeries === * {{eat | name=Munkens Bageri | alt= | url=https://www.munkensbageri.dk/ | email= | address=Vestergade 59, Thisted | lat=56.9540 | long=8.6830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 06:00-17:00; Sa Su 06:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Excellent classic bakery. }} ==Drink== Thisted is home to the Thisted Bryghus (brewery), an independent regional brewery, producing pilsners, porters and ales, as well as seasonal beers. Thisted Bryghus beers can be had on draft in local bars and their more unusual brews can be found bottled. ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Thisted camping & hytteferie | alt= | url=http://www.thisted-camping.dk | email=mail@thisted-camping.dk | address=Iversensvej 3, 7700 Thisted | lat=56.95207 | long=8.71387 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 16 35 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Thisted Vandrerhjem | alt= | url=http://www.danhostelthisted.dk | email=thisted@danhostel.dk | address=Kongemøllevej 8, Skinnerup | lat=56.9850636 | long=8.6727521 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 50 42 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Thisted | alt= | url=http://www.hotelthisted.dk | email=mail@hotelthisted.dk | address=Frederiksgade 16 | lat=56.953507 | long=8.687298 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 52 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Thisted.jpg | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Limfjorden | alt= | url=http://www.hotellimfjorden.dk | email= | address=Simons Bakke 39 | lat=56.94349 | long=8.65987 | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 40 11 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111873497 | content=Modern building near the coast }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[File:Map DK Thisted.PNG|thumb|The Thy Region in North Jutland.]] Thisted is the main town of the '''Thy region'''. Use the town as a base, or stock up on groceries on a stop over. ===Klitmøller === Klitmøller is a small coastal settlement northwest of Thisted, and a popular surfspot, often referred to as "Cold Hawaii". By car it will take 20 minutes from Thisted, and with a bicycle about an hour. * {{do | name=Cold Hawaii Surf Camp | alt= | url=https://coldhawaiisurfcamp.com/ | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Ørhagevej 151, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 29 10 88 73 | tollfree= | hours=Daily (April - October) | price= | content=Surf school and surf camp. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Niels Juel | alt= | url=https://nielsjuel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 23 64 79 22 (15:00-22:00)| tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 249 for seafood buffet | content=Maritime inspired seafood restaurant with excellent food, located in the Klitmøller Hotel. Impressive seafood buffet option. You can also get steak here. Book a table on-line. }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Nystrup Camping Klitmøller | alt= | url=https://nystrupcampingklitmoller.dk/ | email=info@nystrupcamping.dk | address=Trøjborgvej 22, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 97 52 49 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site and cabins. }} * {{sleep | name=Klitmøller Hotel | alt= | url=https://klitmollerhotel.com/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Ørhagevej 150, Klitmøller | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 60 70 68 06 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Upscale stay at an historic beachside hotel. Only a few rooms available, so book in advance. Great view from the terraces. Excellent in-house seafood reastaurant Niels Juel. }} ===Vorupør=== Vorupør (or ''Nørre Vorupør'') is a small coastal settlement a 25-minute drive west of Thisted and the gateway to the Thy National Park. You can bike there in about 1 hour 15 minutes. [[File:Beach_North_Of_Nr_Vorupør_2017-04-14_7151.jpg|thumb|The wild North Sea coast at Vorupør]] * {{see | name=National Park Center Thy | alt= | url=https://eng.nationalparkthy.dk/explore-the-national-park/visitor-centers/national-park-center-thy | email=thy@danmarksnationalparker.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 168, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 72 54 15 00 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from February through November (check web-site for times) | price= | content=Main visitor center for National Park Thy }} * {{see | name=Nordsø Akvariet | alt= | url=https://nordsøakvariet.dk/ | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 131, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (kr 45 for children) | content=Aquarium zoo showing the marine life of the North Sea. Watch when the sharks are fed or learn how to tie a real fisherman's knot. }} ====Eat==== * {{eat | name=Vesterhavscaféen | alt= | url=https://vesterhavscafeen.dk/ | email=info@vesterhavscafeen.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 137, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions=next to the National Park visitor center | phone=+45 97 93 84 84 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 10:00-20:00 (kitchen) | price= | content=Café, eatery, and ice cream shop right at the beach. }} * {{eat | name=Break | alt=The Break Café | url=https://thebreakcafe.dk | email= | address=Vesterhavsgade 122, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day 09:00-19:00 (kitchen close at 18:00) | price= | content=Whole food, plant-based café with a bit of everything. Breakfast, lunch, burgers, drinks, cakes, and ice cream. }} * {{eat | name=Steakhouse Amalie | alt= | url=https://www.cafeamalie.dk/page-8/page8.html | email= | address=Nordsøvej 7, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 92 46 00 | tollfree= | hours=Every day 17:30-22:00 | price=kr 955 for a single grilled beef tenderloin to share (serves 3 people), potato & salad buffet included | content=Steakhouse with potato & salad buffet and an ice cream bar. High quality beef, but also spareribs, chicken and veal. }} * {{eat | name=Stenbjerg Kro | alt= | url=https://stenbjerg-kro.dk/ | email=kro@stenbjerg.dk | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 21, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=south of Vorupør next to Stenbjerg Camping | phone=+45 97 93 80 65 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Great locally sourced food with plenty of options for people with food-sensitivities and vegetarians. Nice outside terrace. Historic ''kro'' since 1790 and as a typical Danish ''kro'', you can also stay at this place. (PS. The restaurant service has been limited for the 2026 season. You can still dine here, but please contact the place a few days in advance) }} ====Sleep==== * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Camping | alt= | url=https://www.vorupoercamping.dk/ | email=info@vorupoercamping.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 93, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 97 93 80 22 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Camp site with basic amenities, but also all-inclusive cabin stays. }} * {{sleep | name=Vorupør Badehotel | alt= | url=https://voruporbadehotel.dk/ | email=info@voruporbadehotel.dk | address=Vesterhavsgade 123, Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 70 77 01 23 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beach hotel. Dining option on weekends. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Havbadet | alt= | url=https://havbadet.dk/ | email=info@hotelhavbadet.dk | address=Havstokken 6, Nørre Vorupør | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+45 44 22 39 00 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Beachside hotel. All rooms have a private bathroom. In-house restaurant serving lunch and evening dinners every day. }} * {{sleep | name=Stenbjerg Camping | alt= | url=https://www.stenbjergcamping.dk/ | email=stenbjergcamping@gmail.com | address=Stenbjerg Kirke Vej 25, Stenbjerg | lat= | long= | directions=5 kilometres south of Vorupør | phone=+45 97 93 84 79 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Another camp site south of Vorupør }} {{geo|56.9667|8.7000}} {{IsPartOf|North Jutland}} {{outlinecity}} 6xaex9teyjzleg61k7filnoex1f73r1 0 36469 5328746 5326862 2026-08-15T11:20:16Z Sunfish Dash 2331447 /* Get around */ 5328746 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|2019 Wikivoyage banner of Toucheng Township Yilan.jpg}} {{featurenomination|otbp}} '''Toucheng''' (頭城; Tóu'chéng), also Tou-Cheng, is a township in northern [[Yilan County]]. ==Understand== [[File:Guishan Island from Toucheng.jpg|thumb|View of the sea from Toucheng, including Guishan Island]] The township includes Guishan Island and Guiluan Island in the Philippine Sea. The Senkaku Islands, known in Mandarin as the Diaoyu Islands, are claimed as part of the township. === History === Toucheng is one of the oldest settlements in [[Yilan County]]. Originally inhabited by the Kavalan people, the area later developed during the Qing dynasty as a gateway between northeastern Taiwan and the Lanyang Plain. Improvements to transport and infrastructure during the Japanese colonial period strengthened Toucheng’s regional importance. Today, the town is known for its coastal landscapes, fishing heritage, and growing tourism. === Climate === Toucheng has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures often reach 30 °C, and heavy rainfall is common from June to September due to the East Asian monsoon and occasional typhoons. Winters are generally mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10 °C, though the area can feel damp and windy. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit, offering pleasant temperatures and lower humidity. ==Get in== ===By car=== From Taipei, take Freeway No. 5 (Taipei–Yilan Freeway) toward Yilan. After passing through the Hsueshan Tunnel, exit at the Toucheng Interchange. The drive typically takes about 1–1.5 hours, depending on traffic. On weekends and holidays, congestion is common near the tunnel and interchange, so allowing extra travel time is recommended. ===By train=== Toucheng has more rail stations (three) than any other townships in Taiwan. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Hualien]] (往花蓮) and get off at Toucheng station of from [[Northern Taiwan]]. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Shulin]] (往樹林) and get off at Toucheng station if from [[Eastern Taiwan]]. {|class=wikitable style="text-align:center" ! Name !! Chinese !! Line !! Notes |- | {{go| name=Shicheng | wikipedia=Shicheng railway station | wikidata=Q6127873 }} || 石城 || rowspan="7"| Yilan line || |- | {{go| name=Dali | wikipedia=Dali railway station (Taiwan) | wikidata=Q5210899 }} || 大里 || |- | {{go| name=Daxi | wikipedia=Daxi railway station | wikidata=Q6128121 }} || 大溪 || |- | {{go| name=Guishan | wikipedia=Guishan railway station | wikidata=Q5614749 }} || 龜山 || |- | {{go| name=Wai'ao | wikipedia=Wai'ao railway station | wikidata=Q6129202 }} || 外澳 || |- | {{go| name=Toucheng | wikipedia=Toucheng railway station | wikidata=Q6129154 }} || 頭城 || |- | {{go| name=Dingpu | wikipedia=Dingpu railway station | wikidata=Q5278268 }} || 頂埔 || |- |} ===By bus=== Several intercity bus companies operate services between Taipei and northeastern Taiwan, providing access to Toucheng. Capital Bus (首都客運), Kamalan Bus (葛瑪蘭客運), and King Bus (國光客運) run routes toward Yilan County, with some services stopping directly in Toucheng and others serving nearby townships. Travel time from Taipei generally ranges from about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions and the selected route. Buses may stop at Jiaoxi, Luodong, or Yilan City, where passengers can transfer to regional or local buses continuing north to Toucheng. Within the area, regional buses connect Toucheng with neighboring towns such as Jiaoxi, Yilan City, and Luodong. These services provide access to major destinations including Toucheng Station, Wushi Harbor, Waiao Beach, and the town center. Fares vary by operator and distance, and most buses accept contactless transit cards commonly used in Taiwan. Service frequency is generally higher during daytime hours, with reduced services in the late evening. Bus stop signage and route information are primarily in Chinese. Travelers unfamiliar with the system may find local navigation apps helpful for route planning and real-time updates. ==Get around== {{mapframe|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} If you want to travel around Toucheng township, you can rent a bicycle or motorcycle from Jiaoxi station. It cost NT$ 300 for 24 hours a day. You can ride through Highway No. 2 to reach Toucheng township. King Bus (國光客運) also has many stops on the way from Jiaoxi to Toucheng and it cost NT$ 23. ===Heading to Guishan Island=== Every year from March 1 to November 30, Guishan Island is open to visitors. The easiest way to visit the island is to have a travel agency handle the island entry application process for you. The entrance fee is NT$100.If you are a international travelers, you will need to bring your passport. ==See== [[File:宜蘭 蘭陽博物館 I-lan LanYang Museum Taiwan.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Lanyang Museum]] ===History and culture=== * {{see | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt=頭城老街 | url= | email= | address=Heping Street | lat=24.85713 | long=121.82437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Old Street | wikidata=Q15924534 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A street featuring a number of houses of different architectural styles, from different periods stretching back to the Qing dynasty, which show a snapshot of Toucheng's history. }} * {{see | name=Old Caoling Tunnel South Information Spot | alt=舊草嶺隧道南下資訊站 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=197&l=1 | email= | address=No. 19-2, Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98482 | long=121.95556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30-17:00 | price= | wikidata=Q15907779 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A converted railway tunnel that has been converted into a cycleway connecting Toucheng Township to [[Gongliao|Gongliao District]], [[New Taipei City]]. The tunnel is 2.167 km in length. }} ===Parks and nature=== * {{see | name=Da-xi Honeymoon Bay | alt=蜜月灣 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=272&l=1 | email= | address=No. 66, Hexing Rd | lat=24.93617 | long=121.89503 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | wikipedia=Honeymoon Bay, Yilan | wikidata=Q699826 | content=Famous site that you will approach when you first enter Toucheng township. It offers surfing and it has national surfing competitions annually. Honeymoon Bay has a great view of Turtle island. The reason why it is named Honeymoon Bay is because you can often see many couples walk along the coast. }} * {{see | name=Gengfang Southwest Coastal Scenic Area | alt=梗枋西南海濱景觀區 | url= | email= | address=Kailan Old Road 4, 261, Taiwan | lat=24.89624 | long=121.86038 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price=Free | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=A scenic coastal area offering open sea views, rocky shorelines, and coastal walking paths. It is especially popular at sunset and provides a peaceful place to enjoy the ocean landscape near Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Wai'ao Rocky Shore | alt=外澳岩堵 | url= | email= | address=No. 552, Section 2, Binhai Rd | lat=24.89263 | long=121.85443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0727 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=Wai'ao Rock Reef is a dramatic stretch of rocky coastline in Toucheng, known for its volcanic rock formations and ocean views. The area is ideal for seaside walks, photography, and wave watching, with easy access from the main coastal road. }} ===Temples=== [[File:Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs.jpg|thumb|Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs]] * {{see | name=Xietian Temple | alt=頭城大坑里協天宮關聖帝君 | url=https://www.facebook.com/Yilan01130624/ | email= | address=599 Xietian Rd | lat=24.87793 | long=121.8245 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2050 | tollfree= | hours=17:30-21:00 | price=Free | content=A historic Taoist temple dedicated to Guan Yu, known for its traditional architecture and role as a local center of worship. Visitors can observe daily rituals and enjoy a quiet, atmospheric stop while exploring Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Caoling Qingyun Temple | alt=草嶺慶雲宮 | url=http://daw.digart039.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 33號, Section 7, Binhai Rd | lat=24.97034 | long=121.9248 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 1075 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A mountainside temple with spectacular views of the sea. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Kaicheng Temple and Chenghuang Temple | alt=頭城開成寺城隍廟 | url= | email= | address=No. 1, Jixiang Road | lat=24.85579 | long=121.82189 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0459 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=頭城開成寺城隍廟斜照.jpg | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A large, multi-storey and very decorative temple complex. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | alt=李榮春文學館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/leerongchun | email= | address= | lat=24.85958 | long=121.82473 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3126 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00-12:00, 13:30-16:30 | price= | wikipedia=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | wikidata=Q69453598 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A museum dedicated to the literary history of the area housed in a heritage-listed Japanese-style building. }} * {{see | name=Lanyang Museum | alt=蘭陽博物館 | url=https://www.lym.gov.tw/ch/index.html | email= | address=No. 750, Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86874 | long=121.83283 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00–17:00 | price=NT$110 | content=The Lanyang Museum showcases the natural landscape and cultural history of Yilan County. Its architecture reflects the coastal landforms of the region, and the exhibitions provide useful background on local geography, industry, and daily life. }} * {{see | name=Qing Dynasty Wushi Harbor Relics | alt=烏石港歷史展示區 | url=https://www.wantlu.com.tw/ | email= | address=Wushi Harbor Rd., 261 Taiwan | lat=24.87212 | long=121.83443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daytime | price=Free | content=A small exhibition space introducing the history of Wushi Harbor and its role in regional trade and maritime development. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Cultural and Creative Center | alt=頭城文創展示館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/TouchengCCP | email= | address= | lat=24.85821 | long=121.82242 | directions= | phone=+886 3 938 6610 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:00-17:00 | price=Free | content=A local exhibition venue hosting rotating displays related to regional culture, crafts, and community history. }} ==Do== ===Marine activities=== There are a number of places to go surfing such as Honeymoon Bay and the northern side of Wushi Harbor (烏石漁港). For whale and dolphin watching tours, boats leave from {{marker| type=do | name=Wushi Harbor | alt=| wikipedia= | wikidata=Q48792126 | lat=24.867804| long=121.837968}}. It's necessary to book in advance. ===Outdoors=== * {{do | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm | alt=頭城農場 | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No. 125-1, Gengxin Road | lat=24.90728 | long=121.85031 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Leisure Farm | wikidata=Q28224401 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A farmhouse with accommodation for 500 guests where visitors can learn about farming and ecology. }} === Festivals === * {{do | name=[https://taiwangods.moi.gov.tw/html/landscape_EN/1_0011.aspx?i=21 Toucheng Ghost Grappling Competition] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.8539 | long=121.825 | directions=near the intersection of Kailan E. Rd. and Toubin Rd | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Seventh lunar month (main competition held on the final day; dates vary annually) | price=Free | content=A traditional folk event held in Toucheng during the Ghost Festival in the seventh lunar month. The main competition is typically held around central Toucheng, with ritual activities, bamboo tower climbing, and community ceremonies. }} ==Buy== Convenience stores are widely available and useful for snacks, drinks, and basic travel necessities. * {{buy | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85715 | long=121.82418 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=Small local shops selling traditional snacks, dried seafood, and simple souvenirs. A convenient place to pick up local products while exploring the historic old street. }} * {{buy | name=Wushi Harbor Seafood Market | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.87092 | long=121.83687 | directions=Wushi Harbor area | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Seafood stalls and small vendors offering dried fish, squid, and other seafood products sourced from the nearby harbor. Prices and selection vary by season. }} * {{buy | name=Toucheng Farmers’ Association Agricultural Products Center | alt=頭圍農驛品牌館-頭城鎮農會農特產展售中心 | url= | email= | address=No. 15, Xiwu Lane, 261 Taiwan | lat=24.85977 | long=121.82416 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3100 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 | price= | content=A local market where vendors sell seasonal fruits, vegetables, and regional agricultural products. Availability depends on market days and seasons. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Shengshi Teppanyaki | alt=盛世鐵板燒 | url= | email= | address=Wenhua Rd | lat=24.86297 | long=121.82911 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6828 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$2,000+ | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An upscale teppanyaki restaurant offering set meals prepared at the counter, suitable for special occasions or a formal dining experience. }} * {{eat | name=Toucheng Station Abo Scallion Pancakes | alt=頭城車站阿伯炸蛋蔥油餅 | url= | email= | address=Near Toucheng Train Station, Zuanxiang Rd | lat=24.85921 | long=121.82287 | directions= | phone=+886 918 130 999 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens around 10:00 | price=NT$1–200 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A popular street food stall near Toucheng Train Station specializing in Taiwanese scallion pancakes with egg. A convenient stop for a quick snack while arriving or departing by train. }} * {{eat | name=Jiang Ke Fu Brunch & Pasta | alt=匠客福／早午餐義大利麵 | url= | email= | address=Kailan E. Rd | lat=24.85467 | long=121.82419 | directions= | phone=+886 900 644 818 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual restaurant serving brunch dishes and Italian-style pasta, with a small dining area suitable for a relaxed meal near the old town. }} * {{eat | name=Qiduguowu Hot Pot | alt=七度鍋物 | url= | email= | address=261 Taiwan | lat=24.86025 | long=121.82757 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 7111 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A hot pot restaurant offering individual hot pot sets with a variety of meats and vegetables, suitable for a casual meal near the old town area. }} * {{eat | name=Tea Tree Bistro | alt=無菜單料理 | url= | email= | address=Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86097 | long=121.83084 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A Japanese-style restaurant offering set menus that vary by day, focusing on seasonal ingredients in a quiet dining setting. }} * {{eat | name=Crown House | alt=光驛站 CROWN house | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86563 | long=121.82922 | directions= | phone=+886 903 003 948 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual café and bistro offering coffee, light meals, and barbecue dishes, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. }} * {{eat | name=Sukiyaki | alt=金大鋤壽喜燒 (頭城店) | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86675 | long=121.8295 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 8189 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:30 | price=NT$600–800 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A sukiyaki restaurant serving set meals featuring sliced beef and vegetables, suitable for sit-down dining in a modern setting. }} * {{eat | name=Lanhai Italian Kitchen | alt=蘭海歐義廚房 | url= | email= | address=Lane 230, Section 2, Lanbo Rd | lat=24.86747 | long=121.83167 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An Italian-style restaurant serving pasta and Western dishes, suitable for a relaxed meal near the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Xiaohau Seafood | alt=小豪海鮮 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.87089 | long=121.83386 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Wushi Harbor serving a variety of fresh local seafood dishes, popular with visitors exploring the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Beiguan Seafood City | alt=北關海鮮城 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Binhai Rd | lat=24.90538 | long=121.86959 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6196 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Beiguan Coastal Area serving a range of local seafood dishes, convenient for travelers visiting the nearby tidal park and coastal attractions. }} * {{eat | name=No. 9 Coffee Stone Castle | alt=九號咖啡石城館 | url= | email= | address=Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98292 | long=121.95476 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9569 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 09:30 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A café along the coast near Shicheng offering coffee and light meals, with sea views popular among travelers driving along the northeastern coastline. }} * {{eat | name=MR.BROWN Cafe | alt=Mr. Brown 伯朗咖啡館 - 城堡二門市 | url=https://www.mrbrown.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 102號, Shikong Rd | lat=24.88329 | long=121.83609 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9228 | tollfree= | hours=Sa Su 09:00–17:00; closed M–F | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A branch of Taiwan’s well-known Mr. Brown Coffee chain located near the coast. The café offers a comfortable indoor seating area, a full range of coffee drinks, light meals, and desserts. A convenient stop for a break after visiting Wai’ao Beach or the Lanyang Museum, with reliable Wi-Fi and a relaxed atmosphere. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Drifters Pizza Pub | alt=漂流者披薩吧 | url=https://www.surveycake.com/s/l9pqO | email= | address=Wai'ao area | lat=24.88407 | long=121.8459 | directions=Near Wai'ao Station | phone=+886 982 808 538 | tollfree= | hours=18:00-12:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A relaxed pizza pub near Wai'ao Beach, popular with surfers and travelers. Serves pizza along with beer and other alcoholic drinks. }} * {{drink | name=Kanea Garden Pizza Bar | alt=露天花園披薩吧 | url=https://www.facebook.com/people/Kanea-Garden-Pizza-Bar%E9%9C%B2%E5%A4%A9%E8%8A%B1%E5%9C%92%E6%8A%AB%E8%96%A9%E9%85%92%E5%90%A7/61573812433273/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=eXNJZ3iYMA7N1Zwj&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F19R3pxmn4y%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr | email= | address=No.218, Jisiang Rd | lat=24.86106 | long=121.81609 | directions=Short walk from Wai'ao Beach | phone=+886 901 305 805 | tollfree= | hours=16:00-22:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual outdoor pizza bar with a garden setting. A good place to enjoy beer and light drinks in the evening. }} * {{drink | name=Opposite the Island Yakitori & Izakaya | alt=島的對面 串燒&居酒屋 | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85725 | long=121.8248 | directions=Near Toucheng town center | phone=+886 3 977 0062 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A Japanese-style izakaya serving grilled skewers, beer, and sake. A good option for drinks with food. }} * {{drink | name=Lucas Bistro | alt=酒龜88餐酒館 | url=https://lucas-bistro.weebly.com/ | email= | address=No.373, Sec. 2, Huanjhen E. Rd | lat=24.8612 | long=121.831 | directions= | phone=+886 980 777 178 | tollfree= | hours=15:00-14:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A bistro-style bar offering alcoholic drinks along with Western and local dishes. Suitable for dinner and drinks. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Yuguang Sea Cafe & Hostel | alt=漁光海Cafe&Hostel | url= | email= | address=No. 35號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94279 | long=121.90205 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0868 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$2,200 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A café and hostel near the harbor providing light refreshments and simple accommodation, suitable for travelers looking for a quiet stay along the coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Fan-shu-liao | alt=眺浪島海景民宿 | url=https://www.oceanview69.com/ | email= | address=No. 1號, Lane 51, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94323 | long=121.90211 | directions= | phone=+886 970 766 679 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$3,500 | content=A small homestay overlooking the ocean, offering simple rooms and a terrace with coastal views. Its quiet location makes it suitable for travelers seeking a relaxed stay near the northeastern coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Dali Yi Hostel | alt=大里驛青年旅館 Dali Yi Hostel 背包客棧 | url= | email= | address=No. 317-2號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.96697 | long=121.92216 | directions= | phone=+886 986 328 397 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,800 | content=A simple and well-maintained backpacker hostel located near Dali Station. It provides dormitory-style accommodation and basic private rooms, along with common areas for guests. Suitable for independent travelers looking to explore the surrounding coastal scenery and rural areas of northeastern Taiwan. }} * {{sleep | name=Pin Yun Xiu Sea View Resort | alt=品雲岫海景度假會館 | url=https://chancevilla261.elbnb.com/ | email= | address=No. 112-50號, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90598 | long=121.85555 | directions= | phone=+886 970 500 300 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price= | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No.125, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90749 | long=121.8503 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=NT$7,900 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=ＷoodWhite House | alt=白木宿客 | url=https://www.instagram.com/woodwhitehouse | email= | address=No. 2號, Lane 601, Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86407 | long=121.83026 | directions= | phone=+886 918 939 302 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$3,800 | content=A well-maintained homestay near Toucheng Old Street, convenient for exploring the old town and nearby coastal attractions. }} * {{sleep | name=Wind Breathing B&B | alt=閑閑的海 | url=https://wind-breathing.eebnb.tw/ | email= | address=261No. 13號, Lane 200, Lanboer Rd | lat=24.86684 | long=121.83139 | directions= | phone=+886 921 130 575 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,300 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A quiet bed and breakfast near Wushi Harbor with scenic wetland views, offering comfortable rooms and a relaxing atmosphere away from the crowds. }} ==Go next== * [[Jiaoxi]] – Hot springs and relaxing spa stays. * [[Yilan]] – Museums and cultural sites. * [[Luodong]] – Famous night market and food scene. {{guidecity}} {{geo|24.8500|121.8167}} {{IsPartOf|Yilan County}} qnlnfimnjlfstufkwxauaajf6vhg83e 5328748 5328746 2026-08-15T11:25:56Z Sunfish Dash 2331447 /* Get around */ 5328748 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|2019 Wikivoyage banner of Toucheng Township Yilan.jpg}} {{featurenomination|otbp}} '''Toucheng''' (頭城; Tóu'chéng), also Tou-Cheng, is a township in northern [[Yilan County]]. ==Understand== [[File:Guishan Island from Toucheng.jpg|thumb|View of the sea from Toucheng, including Guishan Island]] The township includes Guishan Island and Guiluan Island in the Philippine Sea. The Senkaku Islands, known in Mandarin as the Diaoyu Islands, are claimed as part of the township. === History === Toucheng is one of the oldest settlements in [[Yilan County]]. Originally inhabited by the Kavalan people, the area later developed during the Qing dynasty as a gateway between northeastern Taiwan and the Lanyang Plain. Improvements to transport and infrastructure during the Japanese colonial period strengthened Toucheng’s regional importance. Today, the town is known for its coastal landscapes, fishing heritage, and growing tourism. === Climate === Toucheng has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures often reach 30 °C, and heavy rainfall is common from June to September due to the East Asian monsoon and occasional typhoons. Winters are generally mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10 °C, though the area can feel damp and windy. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit, offering pleasant temperatures and lower humidity. ==Get in== ===By car=== From Taipei, take Freeway No. 5 (Taipei–Yilan Freeway) toward Yilan. After passing through the Hsueshan Tunnel, exit at the Toucheng Interchange. The drive typically takes about 1–1.5 hours, depending on traffic. On weekends and holidays, congestion is common near the tunnel and interchange, so allowing extra travel time is recommended. ===By train=== Toucheng has more rail stations (three) than any other townships in Taiwan. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Hualien]] (往花蓮) and get off at Toucheng station of from [[Northern Taiwan]]. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Shulin]] (往樹林) and get off at Toucheng station if from [[Eastern Taiwan]]. {|class=wikitable style="text-align:center" ! Name !! Chinese !! Line !! Notes |- | {{go| name=Shicheng | wikipedia=Shicheng railway station | wikidata=Q6127873 }} || 石城 || rowspan="7"| Yilan line || |- | {{go| name=Dali | wikipedia=Dali railway station (Taiwan) | wikidata=Q5210899 }} || 大里 || |- | {{go| name=Daxi | wikipedia=Daxi railway station | wikidata=Q6128121 }} || 大溪 || |- | {{go| name=Guishan | wikipedia=Guishan railway station | wikidata=Q5614749 }} || 龜山 || |- | {{go| name=Wai'ao | wikipedia=Wai'ao railway station | wikidata=Q6129202 }} || 外澳 || |- | {{go| name=Toucheng | wikipedia=Toucheng railway station | wikidata=Q6129154 }} || 頭城 || |- | {{go| name=Dingpu | wikipedia=Dingpu railway station | wikidata=Q5278268 }} || 頂埔 || |- |} ===By bus=== Several intercity bus companies operate services between Taipei and northeastern Taiwan, providing access to Toucheng. Capital Bus (首都客運), Kamalan Bus (葛瑪蘭客運), and King Bus (國光客運) run routes toward Yilan County, with some services stopping directly in Toucheng and others serving nearby townships. Travel time from Taipei generally ranges from about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions and the selected route. Buses may stop at Jiaoxi, Luodong, or Yilan City, where passengers can transfer to regional or local buses continuing north to Toucheng. Within the area, regional buses connect Toucheng with neighboring towns such as Jiaoxi, Yilan City, and Luodong. These services provide access to major destinations including Toucheng Station, Wushi Harbor, Waiao Beach, and the town center. Fares vary by operator and distance, and most buses accept contactless transit cards commonly used in Taiwan. Service frequency is generally higher during daytime hours, with reduced services in the late evening. Bus stop signage and route information are primarily in Chinese. Travelers unfamiliar with the system may find local navigation apps helpful for route planning and real-time updates. ==Get around== {{mapframe|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} If you want to travel around Toucheng township, you can rent a bicycle or motorcycle from Jiaoxi station. It cost NT$ 300 for 24 hours a day. You can ride through Highway No. 2 to reach Toucheng township. King Bus (國光客運) also has many stops on the way from Jiaoxi to Toucheng and it cost NT$ 23. ===Heading to Guishan Island=== Every year from March 1 to November 30, {{go| name=Guishan Island| alt=龜山島| lat=24.842| long=121.950}} is open to visitors. The easiest way to visit the island is to have a travel agency handle the island entry application process for you. The entrance fee is NT$100.If you are a international travelers, you will need to bring your passport. ==See== [[File:宜蘭 蘭陽博物館 I-lan LanYang Museum Taiwan.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Lanyang Museum]] ===History and culture=== * {{see | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt=頭城老街 | url= | email= | address=Heping Street | lat=24.85713 | long=121.82437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Old Street | wikidata=Q15924534 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A street featuring a number of houses of different architectural styles, from different periods stretching back to the Qing dynasty, which show a snapshot of Toucheng's history. }} * {{see | name=Old Caoling Tunnel South Information Spot | alt=舊草嶺隧道南下資訊站 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=197&l=1 | email= | address=No. 19-2, Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98482 | long=121.95556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30-17:00 | price= | wikidata=Q15907779 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A converted railway tunnel that has been converted into a cycleway connecting Toucheng Township to [[Gongliao|Gongliao District]], [[New Taipei City]]. The tunnel is 2.167 km in length. }} ===Parks and nature=== * {{see | name=Da-xi Honeymoon Bay | alt=蜜月灣 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=272&l=1 | email= | address=No. 66, Hexing Rd | lat=24.93617 | long=121.89503 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | wikipedia=Honeymoon Bay, Yilan | wikidata=Q699826 | content=Famous site that you will approach when you first enter Toucheng township. It offers surfing and it has national surfing competitions annually. Honeymoon Bay has a great view of Turtle island. The reason why it is named Honeymoon Bay is because you can often see many couples walk along the coast. }} * {{see | name=Gengfang Southwest Coastal Scenic Area | alt=梗枋西南海濱景觀區 | url= | email= | address=Kailan Old Road 4, 261, Taiwan | lat=24.89624 | long=121.86038 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price=Free | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=A scenic coastal area offering open sea views, rocky shorelines, and coastal walking paths. It is especially popular at sunset and provides a peaceful place to enjoy the ocean landscape near Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Wai'ao Rocky Shore | alt=外澳岩堵 | url= | email= | address=No. 552, Section 2, Binhai Rd | lat=24.89263 | long=121.85443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0727 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=Wai'ao Rock Reef is a dramatic stretch of rocky coastline in Toucheng, known for its volcanic rock formations and ocean views. The area is ideal for seaside walks, photography, and wave watching, with easy access from the main coastal road. }} ===Temples=== [[File:Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs.jpg|thumb|Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs]] * {{see | name=Xietian Temple | alt=頭城大坑里協天宮關聖帝君 | url=https://www.facebook.com/Yilan01130624/ | email= | address=599 Xietian Rd | lat=24.87793 | long=121.8245 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2050 | tollfree= | hours=17:30-21:00 | price=Free | content=A historic Taoist temple dedicated to Guan Yu, known for its traditional architecture and role as a local center of worship. Visitors can observe daily rituals and enjoy a quiet, atmospheric stop while exploring Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Caoling Qingyun Temple | alt=草嶺慶雲宮 | url=http://daw.digart039.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 33號, Section 7, Binhai Rd | lat=24.97034 | long=121.9248 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 1075 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A mountainside temple with spectacular views of the sea. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Kaicheng Temple and Chenghuang Temple | alt=頭城開成寺城隍廟 | url= | email= | address=No. 1, Jixiang Road | lat=24.85579 | long=121.82189 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0459 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=頭城開成寺城隍廟斜照.jpg | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A large, multi-storey and very decorative temple complex. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | alt=李榮春文學館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/leerongchun | email= | address= | lat=24.85958 | long=121.82473 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3126 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00-12:00, 13:30-16:30 | price= | wikipedia=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | wikidata=Q69453598 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A museum dedicated to the literary history of the area housed in a heritage-listed Japanese-style building. }} * {{see | name=Lanyang Museum | alt=蘭陽博物館 | url=https://www.lym.gov.tw/ch/index.html | email= | address=No. 750, Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86874 | long=121.83283 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00–17:00 | price=NT$110 | content=The Lanyang Museum showcases the natural landscape and cultural history of Yilan County. Its architecture reflects the coastal landforms of the region, and the exhibitions provide useful background on local geography, industry, and daily life. }} * {{see | name=Qing Dynasty Wushi Harbor Relics | alt=烏石港歷史展示區 | url=https://www.wantlu.com.tw/ | email= | address=Wushi Harbor Rd., 261 Taiwan | lat=24.87212 | long=121.83443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daytime | price=Free | content=A small exhibition space introducing the history of Wushi Harbor and its role in regional trade and maritime development. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Cultural and Creative Center | alt=頭城文創展示館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/TouchengCCP | email= | address= | lat=24.85821 | long=121.82242 | directions= | phone=+886 3 938 6610 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:00-17:00 | price=Free | content=A local exhibition venue hosting rotating displays related to regional culture, crafts, and community history. }} ==Do== ===Marine activities=== There are a number of places to go surfing such as Honeymoon Bay and the northern side of Wushi Harbor (烏石漁港). For whale and dolphin watching tours, boats leave from {{marker| type=do | name=Wushi Harbor | alt=| wikipedia= | wikidata=Q48792126 | lat=24.867804| long=121.837968}}. It's necessary to book in advance. ===Outdoors=== * {{do | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm | alt=頭城農場 | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No. 125-1, Gengxin Road | lat=24.90728 | long=121.85031 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Leisure Farm | wikidata=Q28224401 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A farmhouse with accommodation for 500 guests where visitors can learn about farming and ecology. }} === Festivals === * {{do | name=[https://taiwangods.moi.gov.tw/html/landscape_EN/1_0011.aspx?i=21 Toucheng Ghost Grappling Competition] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.8539 | long=121.825 | directions=near the intersection of Kailan E. Rd. and Toubin Rd | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Seventh lunar month (main competition held on the final day; dates vary annually) | price=Free | content=A traditional folk event held in Toucheng during the Ghost Festival in the seventh lunar month. The main competition is typically held around central Toucheng, with ritual activities, bamboo tower climbing, and community ceremonies. }} ==Buy== Convenience stores are widely available and useful for snacks, drinks, and basic travel necessities. * {{buy | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85715 | long=121.82418 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=Small local shops selling traditional snacks, dried seafood, and simple souvenirs. A convenient place to pick up local products while exploring the historic old street. }} * {{buy | name=Wushi Harbor Seafood Market | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.87092 | long=121.83687 | directions=Wushi Harbor area | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Seafood stalls and small vendors offering dried fish, squid, and other seafood products sourced from the nearby harbor. Prices and selection vary by season. }} * {{buy | name=Toucheng Farmers’ Association Agricultural Products Center | alt=頭圍農驛品牌館-頭城鎮農會農特產展售中心 | url= | email= | address=No. 15, Xiwu Lane, 261 Taiwan | lat=24.85977 | long=121.82416 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3100 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 | price= | content=A local market where vendors sell seasonal fruits, vegetables, and regional agricultural products. Availability depends on market days and seasons. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Shengshi Teppanyaki | alt=盛世鐵板燒 | url= | email= | address=Wenhua Rd | lat=24.86297 | long=121.82911 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6828 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$2,000+ | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An upscale teppanyaki restaurant offering set meals prepared at the counter, suitable for special occasions or a formal dining experience. }} * {{eat | name=Toucheng Station Abo Scallion Pancakes | alt=頭城車站阿伯炸蛋蔥油餅 | url= | email= | address=Near Toucheng Train Station, Zuanxiang Rd | lat=24.85921 | long=121.82287 | directions= | phone=+886 918 130 999 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens around 10:00 | price=NT$1–200 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A popular street food stall near Toucheng Train Station specializing in Taiwanese scallion pancakes with egg. A convenient stop for a quick snack while arriving or departing by train. }} * {{eat | name=Jiang Ke Fu Brunch & Pasta | alt=匠客福／早午餐義大利麵 | url= | email= | address=Kailan E. Rd | lat=24.85467 | long=121.82419 | directions= | phone=+886 900 644 818 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual restaurant serving brunch dishes and Italian-style pasta, with a small dining area suitable for a relaxed meal near the old town. }} * {{eat | name=Qiduguowu Hot Pot | alt=七度鍋物 | url= | email= | address=261 Taiwan | lat=24.86025 | long=121.82757 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 7111 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A hot pot restaurant offering individual hot pot sets with a variety of meats and vegetables, suitable for a casual meal near the old town area. }} * {{eat | name=Tea Tree Bistro | alt=無菜單料理 | url= | email= | address=Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86097 | long=121.83084 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A Japanese-style restaurant offering set menus that vary by day, focusing on seasonal ingredients in a quiet dining setting. }} * {{eat | name=Crown House | alt=光驛站 CROWN house | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86563 | long=121.82922 | directions= | phone=+886 903 003 948 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual café and bistro offering coffee, light meals, and barbecue dishes, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. }} * {{eat | name=Sukiyaki | alt=金大鋤壽喜燒 (頭城店) | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86675 | long=121.8295 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 8189 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:30 | price=NT$600–800 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A sukiyaki restaurant serving set meals featuring sliced beef and vegetables, suitable for sit-down dining in a modern setting. }} * {{eat | name=Lanhai Italian Kitchen | alt=蘭海歐義廚房 | url= | email= | address=Lane 230, Section 2, Lanbo Rd | lat=24.86747 | long=121.83167 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An Italian-style restaurant serving pasta and Western dishes, suitable for a relaxed meal near the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Xiaohau Seafood | alt=小豪海鮮 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.87089 | long=121.83386 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Wushi Harbor serving a variety of fresh local seafood dishes, popular with visitors exploring the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Beiguan Seafood City | alt=北關海鮮城 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Binhai Rd | lat=24.90538 | long=121.86959 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6196 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Beiguan Coastal Area serving a range of local seafood dishes, convenient for travelers visiting the nearby tidal park and coastal attractions. }} * {{eat | name=No. 9 Coffee Stone Castle | alt=九號咖啡石城館 | url= | email= | address=Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98292 | long=121.95476 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9569 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 09:30 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A café along the coast near Shicheng offering coffee and light meals, with sea views popular among travelers driving along the northeastern coastline. }} * {{eat | name=MR.BROWN Cafe | alt=Mr. Brown 伯朗咖啡館 - 城堡二門市 | url=https://www.mrbrown.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 102號, Shikong Rd | lat=24.88329 | long=121.83609 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9228 | tollfree= | hours=Sa Su 09:00–17:00; closed M–F | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A branch of Taiwan’s well-known Mr. Brown Coffee chain located near the coast. The café offers a comfortable indoor seating area, a full range of coffee drinks, light meals, and desserts. A convenient stop for a break after visiting Wai’ao Beach or the Lanyang Museum, with reliable Wi-Fi and a relaxed atmosphere. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Drifters Pizza Pub | alt=漂流者披薩吧 | url=https://www.surveycake.com/s/l9pqO | email= | address=Wai'ao area | lat=24.88407 | long=121.8459 | directions=Near Wai'ao Station | phone=+886 982 808 538 | tollfree= | hours=18:00-12:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A relaxed pizza pub near Wai'ao Beach, popular with surfers and travelers. Serves pizza along with beer and other alcoholic drinks. }} * {{drink | name=Kanea Garden Pizza Bar | alt=露天花園披薩吧 | url=https://www.facebook.com/people/Kanea-Garden-Pizza-Bar%E9%9C%B2%E5%A4%A9%E8%8A%B1%E5%9C%92%E6%8A%AB%E8%96%A9%E9%85%92%E5%90%A7/61573812433273/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=eXNJZ3iYMA7N1Zwj&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F19R3pxmn4y%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr | email= | address=No.218, Jisiang Rd | lat=24.86106 | long=121.81609 | directions=Short walk from Wai'ao Beach | phone=+886 901 305 805 | tollfree= | hours=16:00-22:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual outdoor pizza bar with a garden setting. A good place to enjoy beer and light drinks in the evening. }} * {{drink | name=Opposite the Island Yakitori & Izakaya | alt=島的對面 串燒&居酒屋 | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85725 | long=121.8248 | directions=Near Toucheng town center | phone=+886 3 977 0062 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A Japanese-style izakaya serving grilled skewers, beer, and sake. A good option for drinks with food. }} * {{drink | name=Lucas Bistro | alt=酒龜88餐酒館 | url=https://lucas-bistro.weebly.com/ | email= | address=No.373, Sec. 2, Huanjhen E. Rd | lat=24.8612 | long=121.831 | directions= | phone=+886 980 777 178 | tollfree= | hours=15:00-14:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A bistro-style bar offering alcoholic drinks along with Western and local dishes. Suitable for dinner and drinks. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Yuguang Sea Cafe & Hostel | alt=漁光海Cafe&Hostel | url= | email= | address=No. 35號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94279 | long=121.90205 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0868 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$2,200 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A café and hostel near the harbor providing light refreshments and simple accommodation, suitable for travelers looking for a quiet stay along the coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Fan-shu-liao | alt=眺浪島海景民宿 | url=https://www.oceanview69.com/ | email= | address=No. 1號, Lane 51, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94323 | long=121.90211 | directions= | phone=+886 970 766 679 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$3,500 | content=A small homestay overlooking the ocean, offering simple rooms and a terrace with coastal views. Its quiet location makes it suitable for travelers seeking a relaxed stay near the northeastern coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Dali Yi Hostel | alt=大里驛青年旅館 Dali Yi Hostel 背包客棧 | url= | email= | address=No. 317-2號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.96697 | long=121.92216 | directions= | phone=+886 986 328 397 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,800 | content=A simple and well-maintained backpacker hostel located near Dali Station. It provides dormitory-style accommodation and basic private rooms, along with common areas for guests. Suitable for independent travelers looking to explore the surrounding coastal scenery and rural areas of northeastern Taiwan. }} * {{sleep | name=Pin Yun Xiu Sea View Resort | alt=品雲岫海景度假會館 | url=https://chancevilla261.elbnb.com/ | email= | address=No. 112-50號, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90598 | long=121.85555 | directions= | phone=+886 970 500 300 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price= | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No.125, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90749 | long=121.8503 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=NT$7,900 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=ＷoodWhite House | alt=白木宿客 | url=https://www.instagram.com/woodwhitehouse | email= | address=No. 2號, Lane 601, Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86407 | long=121.83026 | directions= | phone=+886 918 939 302 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$3,800 | content=A well-maintained homestay near Toucheng Old Street, convenient for exploring the old town and nearby coastal attractions. }} * {{sleep | name=Wind Breathing B&B | alt=閑閑的海 | url=https://wind-breathing.eebnb.tw/ | email= | address=261No. 13號, Lane 200, Lanboer Rd | lat=24.86684 | long=121.83139 | directions= | phone=+886 921 130 575 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,300 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A quiet bed and breakfast near Wushi Harbor with scenic wetland views, offering comfortable rooms and a relaxing atmosphere away from the crowds. }} ==Go next== * [[Jiaoxi]] – Hot springs and relaxing spa stays. * [[Yilan]] – Museums and cultural sites. * [[Luodong]] – Famous night market and food scene. {{guidecity}} {{geo|24.8500|121.8167}} {{IsPartOf|Yilan County}} eqdj66qa1q4oh2j45nqcr28nistt789 5328752 5328748 2026-08-15T11:33:37Z Sunfish Dash 2331447 /* Temples */ Added listing for Putuo Rock Temple 5328752 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|2019 Wikivoyage banner of Toucheng Township Yilan.jpg}} {{featurenomination|otbp}} '''Toucheng''' (頭城; Tóu'chéng), also Tou-Cheng, is a township in northern [[Yilan County]]. ==Understand== [[File:Guishan Island from Toucheng.jpg|thumb|View of the sea from Toucheng, including Guishan Island]] The township includes Guishan Island and Guiluan Island in the Philippine Sea. The Senkaku Islands, known in Mandarin as the Diaoyu Islands, are claimed as part of the township. === History === Toucheng is one of the oldest settlements in [[Yilan County]]. Originally inhabited by the Kavalan people, the area later developed during the Qing dynasty as a gateway between northeastern Taiwan and the Lanyang Plain. Improvements to transport and infrastructure during the Japanese colonial period strengthened Toucheng’s regional importance. Today, the town is known for its coastal landscapes, fishing heritage, and growing tourism. === Climate === Toucheng has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures often reach 30 °C, and heavy rainfall is common from June to September due to the East Asian monsoon and occasional typhoons. Winters are generally mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10 °C, though the area can feel damp and windy. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit, offering pleasant temperatures and lower humidity. ==Get in== ===By car=== From Taipei, take Freeway No. 5 (Taipei–Yilan Freeway) toward Yilan. After passing through the Hsueshan Tunnel, exit at the Toucheng Interchange. The drive typically takes about 1–1.5 hours, depending on traffic. On weekends and holidays, congestion is common near the tunnel and interchange, so allowing extra travel time is recommended. ===By train=== Toucheng has more rail stations (three) than any other townships in Taiwan. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Hualien]] (往花蓮) and get off at Toucheng station of from [[Northern Taiwan]]. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Shulin]] (往樹林) and get off at Toucheng station if from [[Eastern Taiwan]]. {|class=wikitable style="text-align:center" ! Name !! Chinese !! Line !! Notes |- | {{go| name=Shicheng | wikipedia=Shicheng railway station | wikidata=Q6127873 }} || 石城 || rowspan="7"| Yilan line || |- | {{go| name=Dali | wikipedia=Dali railway station (Taiwan) | wikidata=Q5210899 }} || 大里 || |- | {{go| name=Daxi | wikipedia=Daxi railway station | wikidata=Q6128121 }} || 大溪 || |- | {{go| name=Guishan | wikipedia=Guishan railway station | wikidata=Q5614749 }} || 龜山 || |- | {{go| name=Wai'ao | wikipedia=Wai'ao railway station | wikidata=Q6129202 }} || 外澳 || |- | {{go| name=Toucheng | wikipedia=Toucheng railway station | wikidata=Q6129154 }} || 頭城 || |- | {{go| name=Dingpu | wikipedia=Dingpu railway station | wikidata=Q5278268 }} || 頂埔 || |- |} ===By bus=== Several intercity bus companies operate services between Taipei and northeastern Taiwan, providing access to Toucheng. Capital Bus (首都客運), Kamalan Bus (葛瑪蘭客運), and King Bus (國光客運) run routes toward Yilan County, with some services stopping directly in Toucheng and others serving nearby townships. Travel time from Taipei generally ranges from about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions and the selected route. Buses may stop at Jiaoxi, Luodong, or Yilan City, where passengers can transfer to regional or local buses continuing north to Toucheng. Within the area, regional buses connect Toucheng with neighboring towns such as Jiaoxi, Yilan City, and Luodong. These services provide access to major destinations including Toucheng Station, Wushi Harbor, Waiao Beach, and the town center. Fares vary by operator and distance, and most buses accept contactless transit cards commonly used in Taiwan. Service frequency is generally higher during daytime hours, with reduced services in the late evening. Bus stop signage and route information are primarily in Chinese. Travelers unfamiliar with the system may find local navigation apps helpful for route planning and real-time updates. ==Get around== {{mapframe|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} If you want to travel around Toucheng township, you can rent a bicycle or motorcycle from Jiaoxi station. It cost NT$ 300 for 24 hours a day. You can ride through Highway No. 2 to reach Toucheng township. King Bus (國光客運) also has many stops on the way from Jiaoxi to Toucheng and it cost NT$ 23. ===Heading to Guishan Island=== Every year from March 1 to November 30, {{go| name=Guishan Island| alt=龜山島| lat=24.842| long=121.950}} is open to visitors. The easiest way to visit the island is to have a travel agency handle the island entry application process for you. The entrance fee is NT$100.If you are a international travelers, you will need to bring your passport. ==See== [[File:宜蘭 蘭陽博物館 I-lan LanYang Museum Taiwan.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Lanyang Museum]] ===History and culture=== * {{see | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt=頭城老街 | url= | email= | address=Heping Street | lat=24.85713 | long=121.82437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Old Street | wikidata=Q15924534 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A street featuring a number of houses of different architectural styles, from different periods stretching back to the Qing dynasty, which show a snapshot of Toucheng's history. }} * {{see | name=Old Caoling Tunnel South Information Spot | alt=舊草嶺隧道南下資訊站 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=197&l=1 | email= | address=No. 19-2, Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98482 | long=121.95556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30-17:00 | price= | wikidata=Q15907779 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A converted railway tunnel that has been converted into a cycleway connecting Toucheng Township to [[Gongliao|Gongliao District]], [[New Taipei City]]. The tunnel is 2.167 km in length. }} ===Parks and nature=== * {{see | name=Da-xi Honeymoon Bay | alt=蜜月灣 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=272&l=1 | email= | address=No. 66, Hexing Rd | lat=24.93617 | long=121.89503 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | wikipedia=Honeymoon Bay, Yilan | wikidata=Q699826 | content=Famous site that you will approach when you first enter Toucheng township. It offers surfing and it has national surfing competitions annually. Honeymoon Bay has a great view of Turtle island. The reason why it is named Honeymoon Bay is because you can often see many couples walk along the coast. }} * {{see | name=Gengfang Southwest Coastal Scenic Area | alt=梗枋西南海濱景觀區 | url= | email= | address=Kailan Old Road 4, 261, Taiwan | lat=24.89624 | long=121.86038 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price=Free | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=A scenic coastal area offering open sea views, rocky shorelines, and coastal walking paths. It is especially popular at sunset and provides a peaceful place to enjoy the ocean landscape near Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Wai'ao Rocky Shore | alt=外澳岩堵 | url= | email= | address=No. 552, Section 2, Binhai Rd | lat=24.89263 | long=121.85443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0727 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=Wai'ao Rock Reef is a dramatic stretch of rocky coastline in Toucheng, known for its volcanic rock formations and ocean views. The area is ideal for seaside walks, photography, and wave watching, with easy access from the main coastal road. }} ===Temples=== [[File:Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs.jpg|thumb|Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs]] * {{see | name=Xietian Temple | alt=頭城大坑里協天宮關聖帝君 | url=https://www.facebook.com/Yilan01130624/ | email= | address=599 Xietian Rd | lat=24.87793 | long=121.8245 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2050 | tollfree= | hours=17:30-21:00 | price=Free | content=A historic Taoist temple dedicated to Guan Yu, known for its traditional architecture and role as a local center of worship. Visitors can observe daily rituals and enjoy a quiet, atmospheric stop while exploring Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Caoling Qingyun Temple | alt=草嶺慶雲宮 | url=http://daw.digart039.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 33號, Section 7, Binhai Rd | lat=24.97034 | long=121.9248 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 1075 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A mountainside temple with spectacular views of the sea. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Kaicheng Temple and Chenghuang Temple | alt=頭城開成寺城隍廟 | url= | email= | address=No. 1, Jixiang Road | lat=24.85579 | long=121.82189 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0459 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=頭城開成寺城隍廟斜照.jpg | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A large, multi-storey and very decorative temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Putuo Rock Temple | alt=龜山島普陀巖 | url= | email= | address=No.282, Gueishan Rd | lat=24.8421 | long=121.9432 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A temple dedicated to Mazu and Guanyin. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | alt=李榮春文學館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/leerongchun | email= | address= | lat=24.85958 | long=121.82473 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3126 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00-12:00, 13:30-16:30 | price= | wikipedia=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | wikidata=Q69453598 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A museum dedicated to the literary history of the area housed in a heritage-listed Japanese-style building. }} * {{see | name=Lanyang Museum | alt=蘭陽博物館 | url=https://www.lym.gov.tw/ch/index.html | email= | address=No. 750, Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86874 | long=121.83283 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00–17:00 | price=NT$110 | content=The Lanyang Museum showcases the natural landscape and cultural history of Yilan County. Its architecture reflects the coastal landforms of the region, and the exhibitions provide useful background on local geography, industry, and daily life. }} * {{see | name=Qing Dynasty Wushi Harbor Relics | alt=烏石港歷史展示區 | url=https://www.wantlu.com.tw/ | email= | address=Wushi Harbor Rd., 261 Taiwan | lat=24.87212 | long=121.83443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daytime | price=Free | content=A small exhibition space introducing the history of Wushi Harbor and its role in regional trade and maritime development. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Cultural and Creative Center | alt=頭城文創展示館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/TouchengCCP | email= | address= | lat=24.85821 | long=121.82242 | directions= | phone=+886 3 938 6610 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:00-17:00 | price=Free | content=A local exhibition venue hosting rotating displays related to regional culture, crafts, and community history. }} ==Do== ===Marine activities=== There are a number of places to go surfing such as Honeymoon Bay and the northern side of Wushi Harbor (烏石漁港). For whale and dolphin watching tours, boats leave from {{marker| type=do | name=Wushi Harbor | alt=| wikipedia= | wikidata=Q48792126 | lat=24.867804| long=121.837968}}. It's necessary to book in advance. ===Outdoors=== * {{do | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm | alt=頭城農場 | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No. 125-1, Gengxin Road | lat=24.90728 | long=121.85031 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Leisure Farm | wikidata=Q28224401 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A farmhouse with accommodation for 500 guests where visitors can learn about farming and ecology. }} === Festivals === * {{do | name=[https://taiwangods.moi.gov.tw/html/landscape_EN/1_0011.aspx?i=21 Toucheng Ghost Grappling Competition] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.8539 | long=121.825 | directions=near the intersection of Kailan E. Rd. and Toubin Rd | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Seventh lunar month (main competition held on the final day; dates vary annually) | price=Free | content=A traditional folk event held in Toucheng during the Ghost Festival in the seventh lunar month. The main competition is typically held around central Toucheng, with ritual activities, bamboo tower climbing, and community ceremonies. }} ==Buy== Convenience stores are widely available and useful for snacks, drinks, and basic travel necessities. * {{buy | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85715 | long=121.82418 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=Small local shops selling traditional snacks, dried seafood, and simple souvenirs. A convenient place to pick up local products while exploring the historic old street. }} * {{buy | name=Wushi Harbor Seafood Market | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.87092 | long=121.83687 | directions=Wushi Harbor area | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Seafood stalls and small vendors offering dried fish, squid, and other seafood products sourced from the nearby harbor. Prices and selection vary by season. }} * {{buy | name=Toucheng Farmers’ Association Agricultural Products Center | alt=頭圍農驛品牌館-頭城鎮農會農特產展售中心 | url= | email= | address=No. 15, Xiwu Lane, 261 Taiwan | lat=24.85977 | long=121.82416 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3100 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 | price= | content=A local market where vendors sell seasonal fruits, vegetables, and regional agricultural products. Availability depends on market days and seasons. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Shengshi Teppanyaki | alt=盛世鐵板燒 | url= | email= | address=Wenhua Rd | lat=24.86297 | long=121.82911 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6828 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$2,000+ | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An upscale teppanyaki restaurant offering set meals prepared at the counter, suitable for special occasions or a formal dining experience. }} * {{eat | name=Toucheng Station Abo Scallion Pancakes | alt=頭城車站阿伯炸蛋蔥油餅 | url= | email= | address=Near Toucheng Train Station, Zuanxiang Rd | lat=24.85921 | long=121.82287 | directions= | phone=+886 918 130 999 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens around 10:00 | price=NT$1–200 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A popular street food stall near Toucheng Train Station specializing in Taiwanese scallion pancakes with egg. A convenient stop for a quick snack while arriving or departing by train. }} * {{eat | name=Jiang Ke Fu Brunch & Pasta | alt=匠客福／早午餐義大利麵 | url= | email= | address=Kailan E. Rd | lat=24.85467 | long=121.82419 | directions= | phone=+886 900 644 818 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual restaurant serving brunch dishes and Italian-style pasta, with a small dining area suitable for a relaxed meal near the old town. }} * {{eat | name=Qiduguowu Hot Pot | alt=七度鍋物 | url= | email= | address=261 Taiwan | lat=24.86025 | long=121.82757 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 7111 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A hot pot restaurant offering individual hot pot sets with a variety of meats and vegetables, suitable for a casual meal near the old town area. }} * {{eat | name=Tea Tree Bistro | alt=無菜單料理 | url= | email= | address=Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86097 | long=121.83084 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A Japanese-style restaurant offering set menus that vary by day, focusing on seasonal ingredients in a quiet dining setting. }} * {{eat | name=Crown House | alt=光驛站 CROWN house | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86563 | long=121.82922 | directions= | phone=+886 903 003 948 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual café and bistro offering coffee, light meals, and barbecue dishes, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. }} * {{eat | name=Sukiyaki | alt=金大鋤壽喜燒 (頭城店) | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86675 | long=121.8295 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 8189 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:30 | price=NT$600–800 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A sukiyaki restaurant serving set meals featuring sliced beef and vegetables, suitable for sit-down dining in a modern setting. }} * {{eat | name=Lanhai Italian Kitchen | alt=蘭海歐義廚房 | url= | email= | address=Lane 230, Section 2, Lanbo Rd | lat=24.86747 | long=121.83167 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An Italian-style restaurant serving pasta and Western dishes, suitable for a relaxed meal near the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Xiaohau Seafood | alt=小豪海鮮 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.87089 | long=121.83386 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Wushi Harbor serving a variety of fresh local seafood dishes, popular with visitors exploring the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Beiguan Seafood City | alt=北關海鮮城 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Binhai Rd | lat=24.90538 | long=121.86959 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6196 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Beiguan Coastal Area serving a range of local seafood dishes, convenient for travelers visiting the nearby tidal park and coastal attractions. }} * {{eat | name=No. 9 Coffee Stone Castle | alt=九號咖啡石城館 | url= | email= | address=Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98292 | long=121.95476 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9569 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 09:30 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A café along the coast near Shicheng offering coffee and light meals, with sea views popular among travelers driving along the northeastern coastline. }} * {{eat | name=MR.BROWN Cafe | alt=Mr. Brown 伯朗咖啡館 - 城堡二門市 | url=https://www.mrbrown.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 102號, Shikong Rd | lat=24.88329 | long=121.83609 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9228 | tollfree= | hours=Sa Su 09:00–17:00; closed M–F | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A branch of Taiwan’s well-known Mr. Brown Coffee chain located near the coast. The café offers a comfortable indoor seating area, a full range of coffee drinks, light meals, and desserts. A convenient stop for a break after visiting Wai’ao Beach or the Lanyang Museum, with reliable Wi-Fi and a relaxed atmosphere. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Drifters Pizza Pub | alt=漂流者披薩吧 | url=https://www.surveycake.com/s/l9pqO | email= | address=Wai'ao area | lat=24.88407 | long=121.8459 | directions=Near Wai'ao Station | phone=+886 982 808 538 | tollfree= | hours=18:00-12:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A relaxed pizza pub near Wai'ao Beach, popular with surfers and travelers. Serves pizza along with beer and other alcoholic drinks. }} * {{drink | name=Kanea Garden Pizza Bar | alt=露天花園披薩吧 | url=https://www.facebook.com/people/Kanea-Garden-Pizza-Bar%E9%9C%B2%E5%A4%A9%E8%8A%B1%E5%9C%92%E6%8A%AB%E8%96%A9%E9%85%92%E5%90%A7/61573812433273/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=eXNJZ3iYMA7N1Zwj&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F19R3pxmn4y%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr | email= | address=No.218, Jisiang Rd | lat=24.86106 | long=121.81609 | directions=Short walk from Wai'ao Beach | phone=+886 901 305 805 | tollfree= | hours=16:00-22:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual outdoor pizza bar with a garden setting. A good place to enjoy beer and light drinks in the evening. }} * {{drink | name=Opposite the Island Yakitori & Izakaya | alt=島的對面 串燒&居酒屋 | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85725 | long=121.8248 | directions=Near Toucheng town center | phone=+886 3 977 0062 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A Japanese-style izakaya serving grilled skewers, beer, and sake. A good option for drinks with food. }} * {{drink | name=Lucas Bistro | alt=酒龜88餐酒館 | url=https://lucas-bistro.weebly.com/ | email= | address=No.373, Sec. 2, Huanjhen E. Rd | lat=24.8612 | long=121.831 | directions= | phone=+886 980 777 178 | tollfree= | hours=15:00-14:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A bistro-style bar offering alcoholic drinks along with Western and local dishes. Suitable for dinner and drinks. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Yuguang Sea Cafe & Hostel | alt=漁光海Cafe&Hostel | url= | email= | address=No. 35號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94279 | long=121.90205 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0868 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$2,200 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A café and hostel near the harbor providing light refreshments and simple accommodation, suitable for travelers looking for a quiet stay along the coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Fan-shu-liao | alt=眺浪島海景民宿 | url=https://www.oceanview69.com/ | email= | address=No. 1號, Lane 51, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94323 | long=121.90211 | directions= | phone=+886 970 766 679 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$3,500 | content=A small homestay overlooking the ocean, offering simple rooms and a terrace with coastal views. Its quiet location makes it suitable for travelers seeking a relaxed stay near the northeastern coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Dali Yi Hostel | alt=大里驛青年旅館 Dali Yi Hostel 背包客棧 | url= | email= | address=No. 317-2號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.96697 | long=121.92216 | directions= | phone=+886 986 328 397 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,800 | content=A simple and well-maintained backpacker hostel located near Dali Station. It provides dormitory-style accommodation and basic private rooms, along with common areas for guests. Suitable for independent travelers looking to explore the surrounding coastal scenery and rural areas of northeastern Taiwan. }} * {{sleep | name=Pin Yun Xiu Sea View Resort | alt=品雲岫海景度假會館 | url=https://chancevilla261.elbnb.com/ | email= | address=No. 112-50號, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90598 | long=121.85555 | directions= | phone=+886 970 500 300 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price= | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No.125, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90749 | long=121.8503 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=NT$7,900 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=ＷoodWhite House | alt=白木宿客 | url=https://www.instagram.com/woodwhitehouse | email= | address=No. 2號, Lane 601, Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86407 | long=121.83026 | directions= | phone=+886 918 939 302 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$3,800 | content=A well-maintained homestay near Toucheng Old Street, convenient for exploring the old town and nearby coastal attractions. }} * {{sleep | name=Wind Breathing B&B | alt=閑閑的海 | url=https://wind-breathing.eebnb.tw/ | email= | address=261No. 13號, Lane 200, Lanboer Rd | lat=24.86684 | long=121.83139 | directions= | phone=+886 921 130 575 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,300 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A quiet bed and breakfast near Wushi Harbor with scenic wetland views, offering comfortable rooms and a relaxing atmosphere away from the crowds. }} ==Go next== * [[Jiaoxi]] – Hot springs and relaxing spa stays. * [[Yilan]] – Museums and cultural sites. * [[Luodong]] – Famous night market and food scene. {{guidecity}} {{geo|24.8500|121.8167}} {{IsPartOf|Yilan County}} m17chxd6wmzhq7fwxnw8m7ce1p0u13s 5328755 5328752 2026-08-15T11:38:47Z Sunfish Dash 2331447 /* Buy */ Added listing for Guishan Island Visitor Center 5328755 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|2019 Wikivoyage banner of Toucheng Township Yilan.jpg}} {{featurenomination|otbp}} '''Toucheng''' (頭城; Tóu'chéng), also Tou-Cheng, is a township in northern [[Yilan County]]. ==Understand== [[File:Guishan Island from Toucheng.jpg|thumb|View of the sea from Toucheng, including Guishan Island]] The township includes Guishan Island and Guiluan Island in the Philippine Sea. The Senkaku Islands, known in Mandarin as the Diaoyu Islands, are claimed as part of the township. === History === Toucheng is one of the oldest settlements in [[Yilan County]]. Originally inhabited by the Kavalan people, the area later developed during the Qing dynasty as a gateway between northeastern Taiwan and the Lanyang Plain. Improvements to transport and infrastructure during the Japanese colonial period strengthened Toucheng’s regional importance. Today, the town is known for its coastal landscapes, fishing heritage, and growing tourism. === Climate === Toucheng has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures often reach 30 °C, and heavy rainfall is common from June to September due to the East Asian monsoon and occasional typhoons. Winters are generally mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10 °C, though the area can feel damp and windy. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit, offering pleasant temperatures and lower humidity. ==Get in== ===By car=== From Taipei, take Freeway No. 5 (Taipei–Yilan Freeway) toward Yilan. After passing through the Hsueshan Tunnel, exit at the Toucheng Interchange. The drive typically takes about 1–1.5 hours, depending on traffic. On weekends and holidays, congestion is common near the tunnel and interchange, so allowing extra travel time is recommended. ===By train=== Toucheng has more rail stations (three) than any other townships in Taiwan. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Hualien]] (往花蓮) and get off at Toucheng station of from [[Northern Taiwan]]. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Shulin]] (往樹林) and get off at Toucheng station if from [[Eastern Taiwan]]. {|class=wikitable style="text-align:center" ! Name !! Chinese !! Line !! Notes |- | {{go| name=Shicheng | wikipedia=Shicheng railway station | wikidata=Q6127873 }} || 石城 || rowspan="7"| Yilan line || |- | {{go| name=Dali | wikipedia=Dali railway station (Taiwan) | wikidata=Q5210899 }} || 大里 || |- | {{go| name=Daxi | wikipedia=Daxi railway station | wikidata=Q6128121 }} || 大溪 || |- | {{go| name=Guishan | wikipedia=Guishan railway station | wikidata=Q5614749 }} || 龜山 || |- | {{go| name=Wai'ao | wikipedia=Wai'ao railway station | wikidata=Q6129202 }} || 外澳 || |- | {{go| name=Toucheng | wikipedia=Toucheng railway station | wikidata=Q6129154 }} || 頭城 || |- | {{go| name=Dingpu | wikipedia=Dingpu railway station | wikidata=Q5278268 }} || 頂埔 || |- |} ===By bus=== Several intercity bus companies operate services between Taipei and northeastern Taiwan, providing access to Toucheng. Capital Bus (首都客運), Kamalan Bus (葛瑪蘭客運), and King Bus (國光客運) run routes toward Yilan County, with some services stopping directly in Toucheng and others serving nearby townships. Travel time from Taipei generally ranges from about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions and the selected route. Buses may stop at Jiaoxi, Luodong, or Yilan City, where passengers can transfer to regional or local buses continuing north to Toucheng. Within the area, regional buses connect Toucheng with neighboring towns such as Jiaoxi, Yilan City, and Luodong. These services provide access to major destinations including Toucheng Station, Wushi Harbor, Waiao Beach, and the town center. Fares vary by operator and distance, and most buses accept contactless transit cards commonly used in Taiwan. Service frequency is generally higher during daytime hours, with reduced services in the late evening. Bus stop signage and route information are primarily in Chinese. Travelers unfamiliar with the system may find local navigation apps helpful for route planning and real-time updates. ==Get around== {{mapframe|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} If you want to travel around Toucheng township, you can rent a bicycle or motorcycle from Jiaoxi station. It cost NT$ 300 for 24 hours a day. You can ride through Highway No. 2 to reach Toucheng township. King Bus (國光客運) also has many stops on the way from Jiaoxi to Toucheng and it cost NT$ 23. ===Heading to Guishan Island=== Every year from March 1 to November 30, {{go| name=Guishan Island| alt=龜山島| lat=24.842| long=121.950}} is open to visitors. The easiest way to visit the island is to have a travel agency handle the island entry application process for you. The entrance fee is NT$100.If you are a international travelers, you will need to bring your passport. ==See== [[File:宜蘭 蘭陽博物館 I-lan LanYang Museum Taiwan.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Lanyang Museum]] ===History and culture=== * {{see | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt=頭城老街 | url= | email= | address=Heping Street | lat=24.85713 | long=121.82437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Old Street | wikidata=Q15924534 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A street featuring a number of houses of different architectural styles, from different periods stretching back to the Qing dynasty, which show a snapshot of Toucheng's history. }} * {{see | name=Old Caoling Tunnel South Information Spot | alt=舊草嶺隧道南下資訊站 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=197&l=1 | email= | address=No. 19-2, Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98482 | long=121.95556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30-17:00 | price= | wikidata=Q15907779 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A converted railway tunnel that has been converted into a cycleway connecting Toucheng Township to [[Gongliao|Gongliao District]], [[New Taipei City]]. The tunnel is 2.167 km in length. }} ===Parks and nature=== * {{see | name=Da-xi Honeymoon Bay | alt=蜜月灣 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=272&l=1 | email= | address=No. 66, Hexing Rd | lat=24.93617 | long=121.89503 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | wikipedia=Honeymoon Bay, Yilan | wikidata=Q699826 | content=Famous site that you will approach when you first enter Toucheng township. It offers surfing and it has national surfing competitions annually. Honeymoon Bay has a great view of Turtle island. The reason why it is named Honeymoon Bay is because you can often see many couples walk along the coast. }} * {{see | name=Gengfang Southwest Coastal Scenic Area | alt=梗枋西南海濱景觀區 | url= | email= | address=Kailan Old Road 4, 261, Taiwan | lat=24.89624 | long=121.86038 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price=Free | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=A scenic coastal area offering open sea views, rocky shorelines, and coastal walking paths. It is especially popular at sunset and provides a peaceful place to enjoy the ocean landscape near Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Wai'ao Rocky Shore | alt=外澳岩堵 | url= | email= | address=No. 552, Section 2, Binhai Rd | lat=24.89263 | long=121.85443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0727 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=Wai'ao Rock Reef is a dramatic stretch of rocky coastline in Toucheng, known for its volcanic rock formations and ocean views. The area is ideal for seaside walks, photography, and wave watching, with easy access from the main coastal road. }} ===Temples=== [[File:Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs.jpg|thumb|Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs]] * {{see | name=Xietian Temple | alt=頭城大坑里協天宮關聖帝君 | url=https://www.facebook.com/Yilan01130624/ | email= | address=599 Xietian Rd | lat=24.87793 | long=121.8245 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2050 | tollfree= | hours=17:30-21:00 | price=Free | content=A historic Taoist temple dedicated to Guan Yu, known for its traditional architecture and role as a local center of worship. Visitors can observe daily rituals and enjoy a quiet, atmospheric stop while exploring Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Caoling Qingyun Temple | alt=草嶺慶雲宮 | url=http://daw.digart039.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 33號, Section 7, Binhai Rd | lat=24.97034 | long=121.9248 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 1075 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A mountainside temple with spectacular views of the sea. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Kaicheng Temple and Chenghuang Temple | alt=頭城開成寺城隍廟 | url= | email= | address=No. 1, Jixiang Road | lat=24.85579 | long=121.82189 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0459 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=頭城開成寺城隍廟斜照.jpg | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A large, multi-storey and very decorative temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Putuo Rock Temple | alt=龜山島普陀巖 | url= | email= | address=No.282, Gueishan Rd | lat=24.8421 | long=121.9432 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A temple dedicated to Mazu and Guanyin. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | alt=李榮春文學館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/leerongchun | email= | address= | lat=24.85958 | long=121.82473 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3126 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00-12:00, 13:30-16:30 | price= | wikipedia=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | wikidata=Q69453598 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A museum dedicated to the literary history of the area housed in a heritage-listed Japanese-style building. }} * {{see | name=Lanyang Museum | alt=蘭陽博物館 | url=https://www.lym.gov.tw/ch/index.html | email= | address=No. 750, Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86874 | long=121.83283 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00–17:00 | price=NT$110 | content=The Lanyang Museum showcases the natural landscape and cultural history of Yilan County. Its architecture reflects the coastal landforms of the region, and the exhibitions provide useful background on local geography, industry, and daily life. }} * {{see | name=Qing Dynasty Wushi Harbor Relics | alt=烏石港歷史展示區 | url=https://www.wantlu.com.tw/ | email= | address=Wushi Harbor Rd., 261 Taiwan | lat=24.87212 | long=121.83443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daytime | price=Free | content=A small exhibition space introducing the history of Wushi Harbor and its role in regional trade and maritime development. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Cultural and Creative Center | alt=頭城文創展示館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/TouchengCCP | email= | address= | lat=24.85821 | long=121.82242 | directions= | phone=+886 3 938 6610 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:00-17:00 | price=Free | content=A local exhibition venue hosting rotating displays related to regional culture, crafts, and community history. }} ==Do== ===Marine activities=== There are a number of places to go surfing such as Honeymoon Bay and the northern side of Wushi Harbor (烏石漁港). For whale and dolphin watching tours, boats leave from {{marker| type=do | name=Wushi Harbor | alt=| wikipedia= | wikidata=Q48792126 | lat=24.867804| long=121.837968}}. It's necessary to book in advance. ===Outdoors=== * {{do | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm | alt=頭城農場 | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No. 125-1, Gengxin Road | lat=24.90728 | long=121.85031 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Leisure Farm | wikidata=Q28224401 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A farmhouse with accommodation for 500 guests where visitors can learn about farming and ecology. }} === Festivals === * {{do | name=[https://taiwangods.moi.gov.tw/html/landscape_EN/1_0011.aspx?i=21 Toucheng Ghost Grappling Competition] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.8539 | long=121.825 | directions=near the intersection of Kailan E. Rd. and Toubin Rd | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Seventh lunar month (main competition held on the final day; dates vary annually) | price=Free | content=A traditional folk event held in Toucheng during the Ghost Festival in the seventh lunar month. The main competition is typically held around central Toucheng, with ritual activities, bamboo tower climbing, and community ceremonies. }} ==Buy== Convenience stores are widely available and useful for snacks, drinks, and basic travel necessities. * {{buy | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85715 | long=121.82418 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=Small local shops selling traditional snacks, dried seafood, and simple souvenirs. A convenient place to pick up local products while exploring the historic old street. }} * {{buy | name=Wushi Harbor Seafood Market | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.87092 | long=121.83687 | directions=Wushi Harbor area | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Seafood stalls and small vendors offering dried fish, squid, and other seafood products sourced from the nearby harbor. Prices and selection vary by season. }} * {{buy | name=Toucheng Farmers’ Association Agricultural Products Center | alt=頭圍農驛品牌館-頭城鎮農會農特產展售中心 | url= | email= | address=No. 15, Xiwu Lane, 261 Taiwan | lat=24.85977 | long=121.82416 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3100 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 | price= | content=A local market where vendors sell seasonal fruits, vegetables, and regional agricultural products. Availability depends on market days and seasons. }} * {{buy | name=Guishan Island Visitor Center | alt=龜山島遊客服務中心 | url= | email= | address=Guishan Island | lat=24.8426 | long=121.9435 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=09:00–17:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Selling food, drinks and souvenirs. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Shengshi Teppanyaki | alt=盛世鐵板燒 | url= | email= | address=Wenhua Rd | lat=24.86297 | long=121.82911 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6828 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$2,000+ | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An upscale teppanyaki restaurant offering set meals prepared at the counter, suitable for special occasions or a formal dining experience. }} * {{eat | name=Toucheng Station Abo Scallion Pancakes | alt=頭城車站阿伯炸蛋蔥油餅 | url= | email= | address=Near Toucheng Train Station, Zuanxiang Rd | lat=24.85921 | long=121.82287 | directions= | phone=+886 918 130 999 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens around 10:00 | price=NT$1–200 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A popular street food stall near Toucheng Train Station specializing in Taiwanese scallion pancakes with egg. A convenient stop for a quick snack while arriving or departing by train. }} * {{eat | name=Jiang Ke Fu Brunch & Pasta | alt=匠客福／早午餐義大利麵 | url= | email= | address=Kailan E. Rd | lat=24.85467 | long=121.82419 | directions= | phone=+886 900 644 818 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual restaurant serving brunch dishes and Italian-style pasta, with a small dining area suitable for a relaxed meal near the old town. }} * {{eat | name=Qiduguowu Hot Pot | alt=七度鍋物 | url= | email= | address=261 Taiwan | lat=24.86025 | long=121.82757 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 7111 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A hot pot restaurant offering individual hot pot sets with a variety of meats and vegetables, suitable for a casual meal near the old town area. }} * {{eat | name=Tea Tree Bistro | alt=無菜單料理 | url= | email= | address=Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86097 | long=121.83084 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A Japanese-style restaurant offering set menus that vary by day, focusing on seasonal ingredients in a quiet dining setting. }} * {{eat | name=Crown House | alt=光驛站 CROWN house | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86563 | long=121.82922 | directions= | phone=+886 903 003 948 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual café and bistro offering coffee, light meals, and barbecue dishes, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. }} * {{eat | name=Sukiyaki | alt=金大鋤壽喜燒 (頭城店) | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86675 | long=121.8295 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 8189 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:30 | price=NT$600–800 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A sukiyaki restaurant serving set meals featuring sliced beef and vegetables, suitable for sit-down dining in a modern setting. }} * {{eat | name=Lanhai Italian Kitchen | alt=蘭海歐義廚房 | url= | email= | address=Lane 230, Section 2, Lanbo Rd | lat=24.86747 | long=121.83167 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An Italian-style restaurant serving pasta and Western dishes, suitable for a relaxed meal near the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Xiaohau Seafood | alt=小豪海鮮 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.87089 | long=121.83386 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Wushi Harbor serving a variety of fresh local seafood dishes, popular with visitors exploring the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Beiguan Seafood City | alt=北關海鮮城 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Binhai Rd | lat=24.90538 | long=121.86959 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6196 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Beiguan Coastal Area serving a range of local seafood dishes, convenient for travelers visiting the nearby tidal park and coastal attractions. }} * {{eat | name=No. 9 Coffee Stone Castle | alt=九號咖啡石城館 | url= | email= | address=Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98292 | long=121.95476 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9569 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 09:30 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A café along the coast near Shicheng offering coffee and light meals, with sea views popular among travelers driving along the northeastern coastline. }} * {{eat | name=MR.BROWN Cafe | alt=Mr. Brown 伯朗咖啡館 - 城堡二門市 | url=https://www.mrbrown.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 102號, Shikong Rd | lat=24.88329 | long=121.83609 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9228 | tollfree= | hours=Sa Su 09:00–17:00; closed M–F | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A branch of Taiwan’s well-known Mr. Brown Coffee chain located near the coast. The café offers a comfortable indoor seating area, a full range of coffee drinks, light meals, and desserts. A convenient stop for a break after visiting Wai’ao Beach or the Lanyang Museum, with reliable Wi-Fi and a relaxed atmosphere. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Drifters Pizza Pub | alt=漂流者披薩吧 | url=https://www.surveycake.com/s/l9pqO | email= | address=Wai'ao area | lat=24.88407 | long=121.8459 | directions=Near Wai'ao Station | phone=+886 982 808 538 | tollfree= | hours=18:00-12:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A relaxed pizza pub near Wai'ao Beach, popular with surfers and travelers. Serves pizza along with beer and other alcoholic drinks. }} * {{drink | name=Kanea Garden Pizza Bar | alt=露天花園披薩吧 | url=https://www.facebook.com/people/Kanea-Garden-Pizza-Bar%E9%9C%B2%E5%A4%A9%E8%8A%B1%E5%9C%92%E6%8A%AB%E8%96%A9%E9%85%92%E5%90%A7/61573812433273/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=eXNJZ3iYMA7N1Zwj&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F19R3pxmn4y%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr | email= | address=No.218, Jisiang Rd | lat=24.86106 | long=121.81609 | directions=Short walk from Wai'ao Beach | phone=+886 901 305 805 | tollfree= | hours=16:00-22:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual outdoor pizza bar with a garden setting. A good place to enjoy beer and light drinks in the evening. }} * {{drink | name=Opposite the Island Yakitori & Izakaya | alt=島的對面 串燒&居酒屋 | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85725 | long=121.8248 | directions=Near Toucheng town center | phone=+886 3 977 0062 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A Japanese-style izakaya serving grilled skewers, beer, and sake. A good option for drinks with food. }} * {{drink | name=Lucas Bistro | alt=酒龜88餐酒館 | url=https://lucas-bistro.weebly.com/ | email= | address=No.373, Sec. 2, Huanjhen E. Rd | lat=24.8612 | long=121.831 | directions= | phone=+886 980 777 178 | tollfree= | hours=15:00-14:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A bistro-style bar offering alcoholic drinks along with Western and local dishes. Suitable for dinner and drinks. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Yuguang Sea Cafe & Hostel | alt=漁光海Cafe&Hostel | url= | email= | address=No. 35號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94279 | long=121.90205 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0868 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$2,200 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A café and hostel near the harbor providing light refreshments and simple accommodation, suitable for travelers looking for a quiet stay along the coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Fan-shu-liao | alt=眺浪島海景民宿 | url=https://www.oceanview69.com/ | email= | address=No. 1號, Lane 51, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94323 | long=121.90211 | directions= | phone=+886 970 766 679 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$3,500 | content=A small homestay overlooking the ocean, offering simple rooms and a terrace with coastal views. Its quiet location makes it suitable for travelers seeking a relaxed stay near the northeastern coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Dali Yi Hostel | alt=大里驛青年旅館 Dali Yi Hostel 背包客棧 | url= | email= | address=No. 317-2號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.96697 | long=121.92216 | directions= | phone=+886 986 328 397 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,800 | content=A simple and well-maintained backpacker hostel located near Dali Station. It provides dormitory-style accommodation and basic private rooms, along with common areas for guests. Suitable for independent travelers looking to explore the surrounding coastal scenery and rural areas of northeastern Taiwan. }} * {{sleep | name=Pin Yun Xiu Sea View Resort | alt=品雲岫海景度假會館 | url=https://chancevilla261.elbnb.com/ | email= | address=No. 112-50號, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90598 | long=121.85555 | directions= | phone=+886 970 500 300 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price= | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No.125, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90749 | long=121.8503 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=NT$7,900 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=ＷoodWhite House | alt=白木宿客 | url=https://www.instagram.com/woodwhitehouse | email= | address=No. 2號, Lane 601, Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86407 | long=121.83026 | directions= | phone=+886 918 939 302 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$3,800 | content=A well-maintained homestay near Toucheng Old Street, convenient for exploring the old town and nearby coastal attractions. }} * {{sleep | name=Wind Breathing B&B | alt=閑閑的海 | url=https://wind-breathing.eebnb.tw/ | email= | address=261No. 13號, Lane 200, Lanboer Rd | lat=24.86684 | long=121.83139 | directions= | phone=+886 921 130 575 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,300 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A quiet bed and breakfast near Wushi Harbor with scenic wetland views, offering comfortable rooms and a relaxing atmosphere away from the crowds. }} ==Go next== * [[Jiaoxi]] – Hot springs and relaxing spa stays. * [[Yilan]] – Museums and cultural sites. * [[Luodong]] – Famous night market and food scene. {{guidecity}} {{geo|24.8500|121.8167}} {{IsPartOf|Yilan County}} 7dc08dugroi31icn6c7xj16cji1jwvx 5328760 5328755 2026-08-15T11:46:33Z Sunfish Dash 2331447 /* Parks and nature */ Added listing for Hill 401 5328760 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|2019 Wikivoyage banner of Toucheng Township Yilan.jpg}} {{featurenomination|otbp}} '''Toucheng''' (頭城; Tóu'chéng), also Tou-Cheng, is a township in northern [[Yilan County]]. ==Understand== [[File:Guishan Island from Toucheng.jpg|thumb|View of the sea from Toucheng, including Guishan Island]] The township includes Guishan Island and Guiluan Island in the Philippine Sea. The Senkaku Islands, known in Mandarin as the Diaoyu Islands, are claimed as part of the township. === History === Toucheng is one of the oldest settlements in [[Yilan County]]. Originally inhabited by the Kavalan people, the area later developed during the Qing dynasty as a gateway between northeastern Taiwan and the Lanyang Plain. Improvements to transport and infrastructure during the Japanese colonial period strengthened Toucheng’s regional importance. Today, the town is known for its coastal landscapes, fishing heritage, and growing tourism. === Climate === Toucheng has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures often reach 30 °C, and heavy rainfall is common from June to September due to the East Asian monsoon and occasional typhoons. Winters are generally mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10 °C, though the area can feel damp and windy. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit, offering pleasant temperatures and lower humidity. ==Get in== ===By car=== From Taipei, take Freeway No. 5 (Taipei–Yilan Freeway) toward Yilan. After passing through the Hsueshan Tunnel, exit at the Toucheng Interchange. The drive typically takes about 1–1.5 hours, depending on traffic. On weekends and holidays, congestion is common near the tunnel and interchange, so allowing extra travel time is recommended. ===By train=== Toucheng has more rail stations (three) than any other townships in Taiwan. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Hualien]] (往花蓮) and get off at Toucheng station of from [[Northern Taiwan]]. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Shulin]] (往樹林) and get off at Toucheng station if from [[Eastern Taiwan]]. {|class=wikitable style="text-align:center" ! Name !! Chinese !! Line !! Notes |- | {{go| name=Shicheng | wikipedia=Shicheng railway station | wikidata=Q6127873 }} || 石城 || rowspan="7"| Yilan line || |- | {{go| name=Dali | wikipedia=Dali railway station (Taiwan) | wikidata=Q5210899 }} || 大里 || |- | {{go| name=Daxi | wikipedia=Daxi railway station | wikidata=Q6128121 }} || 大溪 || |- | {{go| name=Guishan | wikipedia=Guishan railway station | wikidata=Q5614749 }} || 龜山 || |- | {{go| name=Wai'ao | wikipedia=Wai'ao railway station | wikidata=Q6129202 }} || 外澳 || |- | {{go| name=Toucheng | wikipedia=Toucheng railway station | wikidata=Q6129154 }} || 頭城 || |- | {{go| name=Dingpu | wikipedia=Dingpu railway station | wikidata=Q5278268 }} || 頂埔 || |- |} ===By bus=== Several intercity bus companies operate services between Taipei and northeastern Taiwan, providing access to Toucheng. Capital Bus (首都客運), Kamalan Bus (葛瑪蘭客運), and King Bus (國光客運) run routes toward Yilan County, with some services stopping directly in Toucheng and others serving nearby townships. Travel time from Taipei generally ranges from about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions and the selected route. Buses may stop at Jiaoxi, Luodong, or Yilan City, where passengers can transfer to regional or local buses continuing north to Toucheng. Within the area, regional buses connect Toucheng with neighboring towns such as Jiaoxi, Yilan City, and Luodong. These services provide access to major destinations including Toucheng Station, Wushi Harbor, Waiao Beach, and the town center. Fares vary by operator and distance, and most buses accept contactless transit cards commonly used in Taiwan. Service frequency is generally higher during daytime hours, with reduced services in the late evening. Bus stop signage and route information are primarily in Chinese. Travelers unfamiliar with the system may find local navigation apps helpful for route planning and real-time updates. ==Get around== {{mapframe|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} If you want to travel around Toucheng township, you can rent a bicycle or motorcycle from Jiaoxi station. It cost NT$ 300 for 24 hours a day. You can ride through Highway No. 2 to reach Toucheng township. King Bus (國光客運) also has many stops on the way from Jiaoxi to Toucheng and it cost NT$ 23. ===Heading to Guishan Island=== Every year from March 1 to November 30, {{go| name=Guishan Island| alt=龜山島| lat=24.842| long=121.950}} is open to visitors. The easiest way to visit the island is to have a travel agency handle the island entry application process for you. The entrance fee is NT$100.If you are a international travelers, you will need to bring your passport. ==See== [[File:宜蘭 蘭陽博物館 I-lan LanYang Museum Taiwan.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Lanyang Museum]] ===History and culture=== * {{see | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt=頭城老街 | url= | email= | address=Heping Street | lat=24.85713 | long=121.82437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Old Street | wikidata=Q15924534 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A street featuring a number of houses of different architectural styles, from different periods stretching back to the Qing dynasty, which show a snapshot of Toucheng's history. }} * {{see | name=Old Caoling Tunnel South Information Spot | alt=舊草嶺隧道南下資訊站 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=197&l=1 | email= | address=No. 19-2, Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98482 | long=121.95556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30-17:00 | price= | wikidata=Q15907779 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A converted railway tunnel that has been converted into a cycleway connecting Toucheng Township to [[Gongliao|Gongliao District]], [[New Taipei City]]. The tunnel is 2.167 km in length. }} ===Parks and nature=== * {{see | name=Da-xi Honeymoon Bay | alt=蜜月灣 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=272&l=1 | email= | address=No. 66, Hexing Rd | lat=24.93617 | long=121.89503 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | wikipedia=Honeymoon Bay, Yilan | wikidata=Q699826 | content=Famous site that you will approach when you first enter Toucheng township. It offers surfing and it has national surfing competitions annually. Honeymoon Bay has a great view of Turtle island. The reason why it is named Honeymoon Bay is because you can often see many couples walk along the coast. }} * {{see | name=Gengfang Southwest Coastal Scenic Area | alt=梗枋西南海濱景觀區 | url= | email= | address=Kailan Old Road 4, 261, Taiwan | lat=24.89624 | long=121.86038 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price=Free | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=A scenic coastal area offering open sea views, rocky shorelines, and coastal walking paths. It is especially popular at sunset and provides a peaceful place to enjoy the ocean landscape near Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Wai'ao Rocky Shore | alt=外澳岩堵 | url= | email= | address=No. 552, Section 2, Binhai Rd | lat=24.89263 | long=121.85443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0727 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=Wai'ao Rock Reef is a dramatic stretch of rocky coastline in Toucheng, known for its volcanic rock formations and ocean views. The area is ideal for seaside walks, photography, and wave watching, with easy access from the main coastal road. }} * {{see | name=Hill 401 | alt=401高地 | url= | email= | address=Guishan Island | lat=24.841 | long=121.953 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=The highest point on Guishan Island, at an elevation of 398 meters, with a 3-meter-high bunker at the top. It takes about one hour to reach the summit via the hiking trail. Advance registration is required to access the summit. }} ===Temples=== [[File:Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs.jpg|thumb|Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs]] * {{see | name=Xietian Temple | alt=頭城大坑里協天宮關聖帝君 | url=https://www.facebook.com/Yilan01130624/ | email= | address=599 Xietian Rd | lat=24.87793 | long=121.8245 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2050 | tollfree= | hours=17:30-21:00 | price=Free | content=A historic Taoist temple dedicated to Guan Yu, known for its traditional architecture and role as a local center of worship. Visitors can observe daily rituals and enjoy a quiet, atmospheric stop while exploring Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Caoling Qingyun Temple | alt=草嶺慶雲宮 | url=http://daw.digart039.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 33號, Section 7, Binhai Rd | lat=24.97034 | long=121.9248 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 1075 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A mountainside temple with spectacular views of the sea. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Kaicheng Temple and Chenghuang Temple | alt=頭城開成寺城隍廟 | url= | email= | address=No. 1, Jixiang Road | lat=24.85579 | long=121.82189 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0459 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=頭城開成寺城隍廟斜照.jpg | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A large, multi-storey and very decorative temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Putuo Rock Temple | alt=龜山島普陀巖 | url= | email= | address=No.282, Gueishan Rd | lat=24.8421 | long=121.9432 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A temple dedicated to Mazu and Guanyin. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | alt=李榮春文學館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/leerongchun | email= | address= | lat=24.85958 | long=121.82473 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3126 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00-12:00, 13:30-16:30 | price= | wikipedia=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | wikidata=Q69453598 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A museum dedicated to the literary history of the area housed in a heritage-listed Japanese-style building. }} * {{see | name=Lanyang Museum | alt=蘭陽博物館 | url=https://www.lym.gov.tw/ch/index.html | email= | address=No. 750, Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86874 | long=121.83283 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00–17:00 | price=NT$110 | content=The Lanyang Museum showcases the natural landscape and cultural history of Yilan County. Its architecture reflects the coastal landforms of the region, and the exhibitions provide useful background on local geography, industry, and daily life. }} * {{see | name=Qing Dynasty Wushi Harbor Relics | alt=烏石港歷史展示區 | url=https://www.wantlu.com.tw/ | email= | address=Wushi Harbor Rd., 261 Taiwan | lat=24.87212 | long=121.83443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daytime | price=Free | content=A small exhibition space introducing the history of Wushi Harbor and its role in regional trade and maritime development. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Cultural and Creative Center | alt=頭城文創展示館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/TouchengCCP | email= | address= | lat=24.85821 | long=121.82242 | directions= | phone=+886 3 938 6610 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:00-17:00 | price=Free | content=A local exhibition venue hosting rotating displays related to regional culture, crafts, and community history. }} ==Do== ===Marine activities=== There are a number of places to go surfing such as Honeymoon Bay and the northern side of Wushi Harbor (烏石漁港). For whale and dolphin watching tours, boats leave from {{marker| type=do | name=Wushi Harbor | alt=| wikipedia= | wikidata=Q48792126 | lat=24.867804| long=121.837968}}. It's necessary to book in advance. ===Outdoors=== * {{do | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm | alt=頭城農場 | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No. 125-1, Gengxin Road | lat=24.90728 | long=121.85031 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Leisure Farm | wikidata=Q28224401 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A farmhouse with accommodation for 500 guests where visitors can learn about farming and ecology. }} === Festivals === * {{do | name=[https://taiwangods.moi.gov.tw/html/landscape_EN/1_0011.aspx?i=21 Toucheng Ghost Grappling Competition] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.8539 | long=121.825 | directions=near the intersection of Kailan E. Rd. and Toubin Rd | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Seventh lunar month (main competition held on the final day; dates vary annually) | price=Free | content=A traditional folk event held in Toucheng during the Ghost Festival in the seventh lunar month. The main competition is typically held around central Toucheng, with ritual activities, bamboo tower climbing, and community ceremonies. }} ==Buy== Convenience stores are widely available and useful for snacks, drinks, and basic travel necessities. * {{buy | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85715 | long=121.82418 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=Small local shops selling traditional snacks, dried seafood, and simple souvenirs. A convenient place to pick up local products while exploring the historic old street. }} * {{buy | name=Wushi Harbor Seafood Market | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.87092 | long=121.83687 | directions=Wushi Harbor area | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Seafood stalls and small vendors offering dried fish, squid, and other seafood products sourced from the nearby harbor. Prices and selection vary by season. }} * {{buy | name=Toucheng Farmers’ Association Agricultural Products Center | alt=頭圍農驛品牌館-頭城鎮農會農特產展售中心 | url= | email= | address=No. 15, Xiwu Lane, 261 Taiwan | lat=24.85977 | long=121.82416 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3100 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 | price= | content=A local market where vendors sell seasonal fruits, vegetables, and regional agricultural products. Availability depends on market days and seasons. }} * {{buy | name=Guishan Island Visitor Center | alt=龜山島遊客服務中心 | url= | email= | address=Guishan Island | lat=24.8426 | long=121.9435 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=09:00–17:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Selling food, drinks and souvenirs. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Shengshi Teppanyaki | alt=盛世鐵板燒 | url= | email= | address=Wenhua Rd | lat=24.86297 | long=121.82911 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6828 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$2,000+ | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An upscale teppanyaki restaurant offering set meals prepared at the counter, suitable for special occasions or a formal dining experience. }} * {{eat | name=Toucheng Station Abo Scallion Pancakes | alt=頭城車站阿伯炸蛋蔥油餅 | url= | email= | address=Near Toucheng Train Station, Zuanxiang Rd | lat=24.85921 | long=121.82287 | directions= | phone=+886 918 130 999 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens around 10:00 | price=NT$1–200 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A popular street food stall near Toucheng Train Station specializing in Taiwanese scallion pancakes with egg. A convenient stop for a quick snack while arriving or departing by train. }} * {{eat | name=Jiang Ke Fu Brunch & Pasta | alt=匠客福／早午餐義大利麵 | url= | email= | address=Kailan E. Rd | lat=24.85467 | long=121.82419 | directions= | phone=+886 900 644 818 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual restaurant serving brunch dishes and Italian-style pasta, with a small dining area suitable for a relaxed meal near the old town. }} * {{eat | name=Qiduguowu Hot Pot | alt=七度鍋物 | url= | email= | address=261 Taiwan | lat=24.86025 | long=121.82757 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 7111 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A hot pot restaurant offering individual hot pot sets with a variety of meats and vegetables, suitable for a casual meal near the old town area. }} * {{eat | name=Tea Tree Bistro | alt=無菜單料理 | url= | email= | address=Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86097 | long=121.83084 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A Japanese-style restaurant offering set menus that vary by day, focusing on seasonal ingredients in a quiet dining setting. }} * {{eat | name=Crown House | alt=光驛站 CROWN house | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86563 | long=121.82922 | directions= | phone=+886 903 003 948 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual café and bistro offering coffee, light meals, and barbecue dishes, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. }} * {{eat | name=Sukiyaki | alt=金大鋤壽喜燒 (頭城店) | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86675 | long=121.8295 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 8189 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:30 | price=NT$600–800 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A sukiyaki restaurant serving set meals featuring sliced beef and vegetables, suitable for sit-down dining in a modern setting. }} * {{eat | name=Lanhai Italian Kitchen | alt=蘭海歐義廚房 | url= | email= | address=Lane 230, Section 2, Lanbo Rd | lat=24.86747 | long=121.83167 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An Italian-style restaurant serving pasta and Western dishes, suitable for a relaxed meal near the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Xiaohau Seafood | alt=小豪海鮮 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.87089 | long=121.83386 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Wushi Harbor serving a variety of fresh local seafood dishes, popular with visitors exploring the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Beiguan Seafood City | alt=北關海鮮城 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Binhai Rd | lat=24.90538 | long=121.86959 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6196 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Beiguan Coastal Area serving a range of local seafood dishes, convenient for travelers visiting the nearby tidal park and coastal attractions. }} * {{eat | name=No. 9 Coffee Stone Castle | alt=九號咖啡石城館 | url= | email= | address=Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98292 | long=121.95476 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9569 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 09:30 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A café along the coast near Shicheng offering coffee and light meals, with sea views popular among travelers driving along the northeastern coastline. }} * {{eat | name=MR.BROWN Cafe | alt=Mr. Brown 伯朗咖啡館 - 城堡二門市 | url=https://www.mrbrown.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 102號, Shikong Rd | lat=24.88329 | long=121.83609 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9228 | tollfree= | hours=Sa Su 09:00–17:00; closed M–F | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A branch of Taiwan’s well-known Mr. Brown Coffee chain located near the coast. The café offers a comfortable indoor seating area, a full range of coffee drinks, light meals, and desserts. A convenient stop for a break after visiting Wai’ao Beach or the Lanyang Museum, with reliable Wi-Fi and a relaxed atmosphere. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Drifters Pizza Pub | alt=漂流者披薩吧 | url=https://www.surveycake.com/s/l9pqO | email= | address=Wai'ao area | lat=24.88407 | long=121.8459 | directions=Near Wai'ao Station | phone=+886 982 808 538 | tollfree= | hours=18:00-12:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A relaxed pizza pub near Wai'ao Beach, popular with surfers and travelers. Serves pizza along with beer and other alcoholic drinks. }} * {{drink | name=Kanea Garden Pizza Bar | alt=露天花園披薩吧 | url=https://www.facebook.com/people/Kanea-Garden-Pizza-Bar%E9%9C%B2%E5%A4%A9%E8%8A%B1%E5%9C%92%E6%8A%AB%E8%96%A9%E9%85%92%E5%90%A7/61573812433273/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=eXNJZ3iYMA7N1Zwj&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F19R3pxmn4y%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr | email= | address=No.218, Jisiang Rd | lat=24.86106 | long=121.81609 | directions=Short walk from Wai'ao Beach | phone=+886 901 305 805 | tollfree= | hours=16:00-22:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual outdoor pizza bar with a garden setting. A good place to enjoy beer and light drinks in the evening. }} * {{drink | name=Opposite the Island Yakitori & Izakaya | alt=島的對面 串燒&居酒屋 | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85725 | long=121.8248 | directions=Near Toucheng town center | phone=+886 3 977 0062 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A Japanese-style izakaya serving grilled skewers, beer, and sake. A good option for drinks with food. }} * {{drink | name=Lucas Bistro | alt=酒龜88餐酒館 | url=https://lucas-bistro.weebly.com/ | email= | address=No.373, Sec. 2, Huanjhen E. Rd | lat=24.8612 | long=121.831 | directions= | phone=+886 980 777 178 | tollfree= | hours=15:00-14:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A bistro-style bar offering alcoholic drinks along with Western and local dishes. Suitable for dinner and drinks. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Yuguang Sea Cafe & Hostel | alt=漁光海Cafe&Hostel | url= | email= | address=No. 35號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94279 | long=121.90205 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0868 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$2,200 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A café and hostel near the harbor providing light refreshments and simple accommodation, suitable for travelers looking for a quiet stay along the coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Fan-shu-liao | alt=眺浪島海景民宿 | url=https://www.oceanview69.com/ | email= | address=No. 1號, Lane 51, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94323 | long=121.90211 | directions= | phone=+886 970 766 679 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$3,500 | content=A small homestay overlooking the ocean, offering simple rooms and a terrace with coastal views. Its quiet location makes it suitable for travelers seeking a relaxed stay near the northeastern coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Dali Yi Hostel | alt=大里驛青年旅館 Dali Yi Hostel 背包客棧 | url= | email= | address=No. 317-2號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.96697 | long=121.92216 | directions= | phone=+886 986 328 397 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,800 | content=A simple and well-maintained backpacker hostel located near Dali Station. It provides dormitory-style accommodation and basic private rooms, along with common areas for guests. Suitable for independent travelers looking to explore the surrounding coastal scenery and rural areas of northeastern Taiwan. }} * {{sleep | name=Pin Yun Xiu Sea View Resort | alt=品雲岫海景度假會館 | url=https://chancevilla261.elbnb.com/ | email= | address=No. 112-50號, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90598 | long=121.85555 | directions= | phone=+886 970 500 300 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price= | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No.125, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90749 | long=121.8503 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=NT$7,900 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=ＷoodWhite House | alt=白木宿客 | url=https://www.instagram.com/woodwhitehouse | email= | address=No. 2號, Lane 601, Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86407 | long=121.83026 | directions= | phone=+886 918 939 302 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$3,800 | content=A well-maintained homestay near Toucheng Old Street, convenient for exploring the old town and nearby coastal attractions. }} * {{sleep | name=Wind Breathing B&B | alt=閑閑的海 | url=https://wind-breathing.eebnb.tw/ | email= | address=261No. 13號, Lane 200, Lanboer Rd | lat=24.86684 | long=121.83139 | directions= | phone=+886 921 130 575 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,300 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A quiet bed and breakfast near Wushi Harbor with scenic wetland views, offering comfortable rooms and a relaxing atmosphere away from the crowds. }} ==Go next== * [[Jiaoxi]] – Hot springs and relaxing spa stays. * [[Yilan]] – Museums and cultural sites. * [[Luodong]] – Famous night market and food scene. {{guidecity}} {{geo|24.8500|121.8167}} {{IsPartOf|Yilan County}} k4qcn4d8krsk6b549rd8r8zrqn4b1mt 5328762 5328760 2026-08-15T11:53:43Z Sunfish Dash 2331447 /* History and culture */ Added listing for Military Tunnels 5328762 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|2019 Wikivoyage banner of Toucheng Township Yilan.jpg}} {{featurenomination|otbp}} '''Toucheng''' (頭城; Tóu'chéng), also Tou-Cheng, is a township in northern [[Yilan County]]. ==Understand== [[File:Guishan Island from Toucheng.jpg|thumb|View of the sea from Toucheng, including Guishan Island]] The township includes Guishan Island and Guiluan Island in the Philippine Sea. The Senkaku Islands, known in Mandarin as the Diaoyu Islands, are claimed as part of the township. === History === Toucheng is one of the oldest settlements in [[Yilan County]]. Originally inhabited by the Kavalan people, the area later developed during the Qing dynasty as a gateway between northeastern Taiwan and the Lanyang Plain. Improvements to transport and infrastructure during the Japanese colonial period strengthened Toucheng’s regional importance. Today, the town is known for its coastal landscapes, fishing heritage, and growing tourism. === Climate === Toucheng has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Summer temperatures often reach 30 °C, and heavy rainfall is common from June to September due to the East Asian monsoon and occasional typhoons. Winters are generally mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below 10 °C, though the area can feel damp and windy. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit, offering pleasant temperatures and lower humidity. ==Get in== ===By car=== From Taipei, take Freeway No. 5 (Taipei–Yilan Freeway) toward Yilan. After passing through the Hsueshan Tunnel, exit at the Toucheng Interchange. The drive typically takes about 1–1.5 hours, depending on traffic. On weekends and holidays, congestion is common near the tunnel and interchange, so allowing extra travel time is recommended. ===By train=== Toucheng has more rail stations (three) than any other townships in Taiwan. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Hualien]] (往花蓮) and get off at Toucheng station of from [[Northern Taiwan]]. Take the "North Railway Line" (北迴鐵路) toward [[Shulin]] (往樹林) and get off at Toucheng station if from [[Eastern Taiwan]]. {|class=wikitable style="text-align:center" ! Name !! Chinese !! Line !! Notes |- | {{go| name=Shicheng | wikipedia=Shicheng railway station | wikidata=Q6127873 }} || 石城 || rowspan="7"| Yilan line || |- | {{go| name=Dali | wikipedia=Dali railway station (Taiwan) | wikidata=Q5210899 }} || 大里 || |- | {{go| name=Daxi | wikipedia=Daxi railway station | wikidata=Q6128121 }} || 大溪 || |- | {{go| name=Guishan | wikipedia=Guishan railway station | wikidata=Q5614749 }} || 龜山 || |- | {{go| name=Wai'ao | wikipedia=Wai'ao railway station | wikidata=Q6129202 }} || 外澳 || |- | {{go| name=Toucheng | wikipedia=Toucheng railway station | wikidata=Q6129154 }} || 頭城 || |- | {{go| name=Dingpu | wikipedia=Dingpu railway station | wikidata=Q5278268 }} || 頂埔 || |- |} ===By bus=== Several intercity bus companies operate services between Taipei and northeastern Taiwan, providing access to Toucheng. Capital Bus (首都客運), Kamalan Bus (葛瑪蘭客運), and King Bus (國光客運) run routes toward Yilan County, with some services stopping directly in Toucheng and others serving nearby townships. Travel time from Taipei generally ranges from about 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic conditions and the selected route. Buses may stop at Jiaoxi, Luodong, or Yilan City, where passengers can transfer to regional or local buses continuing north to Toucheng. Within the area, regional buses connect Toucheng with neighboring towns such as Jiaoxi, Yilan City, and Luodong. These services provide access to major destinations including Toucheng Station, Wushi Harbor, Waiao Beach, and the town center. Fares vary by operator and distance, and most buses accept contactless transit cards commonly used in Taiwan. Service frequency is generally higher during daytime hours, with reduced services in the late evening. Bus stop signage and route information are primarily in Chinese. Travelers unfamiliar with the system may find local navigation apps helpful for route planning and real-time updates. ==Get around== {{mapframe|zoom=11}} {{mapshape}} If you want to travel around Toucheng township, you can rent a bicycle or motorcycle from Jiaoxi station. It cost NT$ 300 for 24 hours a day. You can ride through Highway No. 2 to reach Toucheng township. King Bus (國光客運) also has many stops on the way from Jiaoxi to Toucheng and it cost NT$ 23. ===Heading to Guishan Island=== Every year from March 1 to November 30, {{go| name=Guishan Island| alt=龜山島| lat=24.842| long=121.950}} is open to visitors. The easiest way to visit the island is to have a travel agency handle the island entry application process for you. The entrance fee is NT$100.If you are a international travelers, you will need to bring your passport. ==See== [[File:宜蘭 蘭陽博物館 I-lan LanYang Museum Taiwan.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Lanyang Museum]] ===History and culture=== * {{see | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt=頭城老街 | url= | email= | address=Heping Street | lat=24.85713 | long=121.82437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Old Street | wikidata=Q15924534 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A street featuring a number of houses of different architectural styles, from different periods stretching back to the Qing dynasty, which show a snapshot of Toucheng's history. }} * {{see | name=Old Caoling Tunnel South Information Spot | alt=舊草嶺隧道南下資訊站 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=197&l=1 | email= | address=No. 19-2, Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98482 | long=121.95556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30-17:00 | price= | wikidata=Q15907779 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A converted railway tunnel that has been converted into a cycleway connecting Toucheng Township to [[Gongliao|Gongliao District]], [[New Taipei City]]. The tunnel is 2.167 km in length. }} * {{see | name=Military Tunnels | alt=軍事坑道 | url= | email= | address=Guishan Island | lat=24.8399 | long=121.9404 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A historical relic from the period when Guishan Island was under military control. The tunnel is 800 meters long and stays pleasantly cool inside. }} ===Parks and nature=== * {{see | name=Da-xi Honeymoon Bay | alt=蜜月灣 | url=https://www.necoast-nsa.gov.tw/Attraction-Content.aspx?a=272&l=1 | email= | address=No. 66, Hexing Rd | lat=24.93617 | long=121.89503 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | wikipedia=Honeymoon Bay, Yilan | wikidata=Q699826 | content=Famous site that you will approach when you first enter Toucheng township. It offers surfing and it has national surfing competitions annually. Honeymoon Bay has a great view of Turtle island. The reason why it is named Honeymoon Bay is because you can often see many couples walk along the coast. }} * {{see | name=Gengfang Southwest Coastal Scenic Area | alt=梗枋西南海濱景觀區 | url= | email= | address=Kailan Old Road 4, 261, Taiwan | lat=24.89624 | long=121.86038 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price=Free | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=A scenic coastal area offering open sea views, rocky shorelines, and coastal walking paths. It is especially popular at sunset and provides a peaceful place to enjoy the ocean landscape near Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Wai'ao Rocky Shore | alt=外澳岩堵 | url= | email= | address=No. 552, Section 2, Binhai Rd | lat=24.89263 | long=121.85443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0727 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours | price= | lastedit=2025-12-23 | content=Wai'ao Rock Reef is a dramatic stretch of rocky coastline in Toucheng, known for its volcanic rock formations and ocean views. The area is ideal for seaside walks, photography, and wave watching, with easy access from the main coastal road. }} * {{see | name=Hill 401 | alt=401高地 | url= | email= | address=Guishan Island | lat=24.841 | long=121.953 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=The highest point on Guishan Island, at an elevation of 398 meters, with a 3-meter-high bunker at the top. It takes about one hour to reach the summit via the hiking trail. Advance registration is required to access the summit. }} ===Temples=== [[File:Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs.jpg|thumb|Jiaoxi Xietian Temple paifangs]] * {{see | name=Xietian Temple | alt=頭城大坑里協天宮關聖帝君 | url=https://www.facebook.com/Yilan01130624/ | email= | address=599 Xietian Rd | lat=24.87793 | long=121.8245 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2050 | tollfree= | hours=17:30-21:00 | price=Free | content=A historic Taoist temple dedicated to Guan Yu, known for its traditional architecture and role as a local center of worship. Visitors can observe daily rituals and enjoy a quiet, atmospheric stop while exploring Toucheng. }} * {{see | name=Caoling Qingyun Temple | alt=草嶺慶雲宮 | url=http://daw.digart039.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 33號, Section 7, Binhai Rd | lat=24.97034 | long=121.9248 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 1075 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A mountainside temple with spectacular views of the sea. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Kaicheng Temple and Chenghuang Temple | alt=頭城開成寺城隍廟 | url= | email= | address=No. 1, Jixiang Road | lat=24.85579 | long=121.82189 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0459 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=頭城開成寺城隍廟斜照.jpg | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A large, multi-storey and very decorative temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Putuo Rock Temple | alt=龜山島普陀巖 | url= | email= | address=No.282, Gueishan Rd | lat=24.8421 | long=121.9432 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A temple dedicated to Mazu and Guanyin. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | alt=李榮春文學館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/leerongchun | email= | address= | lat=24.85958 | long=121.82473 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3126 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00-12:00, 13:30-16:30 | price= | wikipedia=Lee Rong-chun Literary Museum | wikidata=Q69453598 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A museum dedicated to the literary history of the area housed in a heritage-listed Japanese-style building. }} * {{see | name=Lanyang Museum | alt=蘭陽博物館 | url=https://www.lym.gov.tw/ch/index.html | email= | address=No. 750, Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86874 | long=121.83283 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 09:00–17:00 | price=NT$110 | content=The Lanyang Museum showcases the natural landscape and cultural history of Yilan County. Its architecture reflects the coastal landforms of the region, and the exhibitions provide useful background on local geography, industry, and daily life. }} * {{see | name=Qing Dynasty Wushi Harbor Relics | alt=烏石港歷史展示區 | url=https://www.wantlu.com.tw/ | email= | address=Wushi Harbor Rd., 261 Taiwan | lat=24.87212 | long=121.83443 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 9700 | tollfree= | hours=Daytime | price=Free | content=A small exhibition space introducing the history of Wushi Harbor and its role in regional trade and maritime development. }} * {{see | name=Toucheng Cultural and Creative Center | alt=頭城文創展示館 | url=https://www.facebook.com/TouchengCCP | email= | address= | lat=24.85821 | long=121.82242 | directions= | phone=+886 3 938 6610 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 11:00-17:00 | price=Free | content=A local exhibition venue hosting rotating displays related to regional culture, crafts, and community history. }} ==Do== ===Marine activities=== There are a number of places to go surfing such as Honeymoon Bay and the northern side of Wushi Harbor (烏石漁港). For whale and dolphin watching tours, boats leave from {{marker| type=do | name=Wushi Harbor | alt=| wikipedia= | wikidata=Q48792126 | lat=24.867804| long=121.837968}}. It's necessary to book in advance. ===Outdoors=== * {{do | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm | alt=頭城農場 | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No. 125-1, Gengxin Road | lat=24.90728 | long=121.85031 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Toucheng Leisure Farm | wikidata=Q28224401 | lastedit=2019-11-10 | content=A farmhouse with accommodation for 500 guests where visitors can learn about farming and ecology. }} === Festivals === * {{do | name=[https://taiwangods.moi.gov.tw/html/landscape_EN/1_0011.aspx?i=21 Toucheng Ghost Grappling Competition] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.8539 | long=121.825 | directions=near the intersection of Kailan E. Rd. and Toubin Rd | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Seventh lunar month (main competition held on the final day; dates vary annually) | price=Free | content=A traditional folk event held in Toucheng during the Ghost Festival in the seventh lunar month. The main competition is typically held around central Toucheng, with ritual activities, bamboo tower climbing, and community ceremonies. }} ==Buy== Convenience stores are widely available and useful for snacks, drinks, and basic travel necessities. * {{buy | name=Toucheng Old Street | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85715 | long=121.82418 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=Small local shops selling traditional snacks, dried seafood, and simple souvenirs. A convenient place to pick up local products while exploring the historic old street. }} * {{buy | name=Wushi Harbor Seafood Market | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.87092 | long=121.83687 | directions=Wushi Harbor area | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Seafood stalls and small vendors offering dried fish, squid, and other seafood products sourced from the nearby harbor. Prices and selection vary by season. }} * {{buy | name=Toucheng Farmers’ Association Agricultural Products Center | alt=頭圍農驛品牌館-頭城鎮農會農特產展售中心 | url= | email= | address=No. 15, Xiwu Lane, 261 Taiwan | lat=24.85977 | long=121.82416 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 3100 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 | price= | content=A local market where vendors sell seasonal fruits, vegetables, and regional agricultural products. Availability depends on market days and seasons. }} * {{buy | name=Guishan Island Visitor Center | alt=龜山島遊客服務中心 | url= | email= | address=Guishan Island | lat=24.8426 | long=121.9435 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=09:00–17:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Selling food, drinks and souvenirs. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Shengshi Teppanyaki | alt=盛世鐵板燒 | url= | email= | address=Wenhua Rd | lat=24.86297 | long=121.82911 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6828 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$2,000+ | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An upscale teppanyaki restaurant offering set meals prepared at the counter, suitable for special occasions or a formal dining experience. }} * {{eat | name=Toucheng Station Abo Scallion Pancakes | alt=頭城車站阿伯炸蛋蔥油餅 | url= | email= | address=Near Toucheng Train Station, Zuanxiang Rd | lat=24.85921 | long=121.82287 | directions= | phone=+886 918 130 999 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens around 10:00 | price=NT$1–200 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A popular street food stall near Toucheng Train Station specializing in Taiwanese scallion pancakes with egg. A convenient stop for a quick snack while arriving or departing by train. }} * {{eat | name=Jiang Ke Fu Brunch & Pasta | alt=匠客福／早午餐義大利麵 | url= | email= | address=Kailan E. Rd | lat=24.85467 | long=121.82419 | directions= | phone=+886 900 644 818 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual restaurant serving brunch dishes and Italian-style pasta, with a small dining area suitable for a relaxed meal near the old town. }} * {{eat | name=Qiduguowu Hot Pot | alt=七度鍋物 | url= | email= | address=261 Taiwan | lat=24.86025 | long=121.82757 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 7111 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A hot pot restaurant offering individual hot pot sets with a variety of meats and vegetables, suitable for a casual meal near the old town area. }} * {{eat | name=Tea Tree Bistro | alt=無菜單料理 | url= | email= | address=Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86097 | long=121.83084 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price= | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A Japanese-style restaurant offering set menus that vary by day, focusing on seasonal ingredients in a quiet dining setting. }} * {{eat | name=Crown House | alt=光驛站 CROWN house | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86563 | long=121.82922 | directions= | phone=+886 903 003 948 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual café and bistro offering coffee, light meals, and barbecue dishes, with both indoor and outdoor seating available. }} * {{eat | name=Sukiyaki | alt=金大鋤壽喜燒 (頭城店) | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.86675 | long=121.8295 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 8189 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:30 | price=NT$600–800 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A sukiyaki restaurant serving set meals featuring sliced beef and vegetables, suitable for sit-down dining in a modern setting. }} * {{eat | name=Lanhai Italian Kitchen | alt=蘭海歐義廚房 | url= | email= | address=Lane 230, Section 2, Lanbo Rd | lat=24.86747 | long=121.83167 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=An Italian-style restaurant serving pasta and Western dishes, suitable for a relaxed meal near the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Xiaohau Seafood | alt=小豪海鮮 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Qingyun Rd | lat=24.87089 | long=121.83386 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 5336 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 11:00 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Wushi Harbor serving a variety of fresh local seafood dishes, popular with visitors exploring the harbor area. }} * {{eat | name=Beiguan Seafood City | alt=北關海鮮城 | url= | email= | address=Section 3, Binhai Rd | lat=24.90538 | long=121.86959 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 6196 | tollfree= | hours=Daily from around 10:30 | price=NT$400–600 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A seafood restaurant near Beiguan Coastal Area serving a range of local seafood dishes, convenient for travelers visiting the nearby tidal park and coastal attractions. }} * {{eat | name=No. 9 Coffee Stone Castle | alt=九號咖啡石城館 | url= | email= | address=Shicheng Rd | lat=24.98292 | long=121.95476 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9569 | tollfree= | hours=Typically opens from 09:30 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A café along the coast near Shicheng offering coffee and light meals, with sea views popular among travelers driving along the northeastern coastline. }} * {{eat | name=MR.BROWN Cafe | alt=Mr. Brown 伯朗咖啡館 - 城堡二門市 | url=https://www.mrbrown.com.tw/ | email= | address=No. 102號, Shikong Rd | lat=24.88329 | long=121.83609 | directions= | phone=+886 3 969 9228 | tollfree= | hours=Sa Su 09:00–17:00; closed M–F | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A branch of Taiwan’s well-known Mr. Brown Coffee chain located near the coast. The café offers a comfortable indoor seating area, a full range of coffee drinks, light meals, and desserts. A convenient stop for a break after visiting Wai’ao Beach or the Lanyang Museum, with reliable Wi-Fi and a relaxed atmosphere. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Drifters Pizza Pub | alt=漂流者披薩吧 | url=https://www.surveycake.com/s/l9pqO | email= | address=Wai'ao area | lat=24.88407 | long=121.8459 | directions=Near Wai'ao Station | phone=+886 982 808 538 | tollfree= | hours=18:00-12:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A relaxed pizza pub near Wai'ao Beach, popular with surfers and travelers. Serves pizza along with beer and other alcoholic drinks. }} * {{drink | name=Kanea Garden Pizza Bar | alt=露天花園披薩吧 | url=https://www.facebook.com/people/Kanea-Garden-Pizza-Bar%E9%9C%B2%E5%A4%A9%E8%8A%B1%E5%9C%92%E6%8A%AB%E8%96%A9%E9%85%92%E5%90%A7/61573812433273/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=eXNJZ3iYMA7N1Zwj&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F19R3pxmn4y%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr | email= | address=No.218, Jisiang Rd | lat=24.86106 | long=121.81609 | directions=Short walk from Wai'ao Beach | phone=+886 901 305 805 | tollfree= | hours=16:00-22:00 | price=NT$200-400 | lastedit=2025-12-22 | content=A casual outdoor pizza bar with a garden setting. A good place to enjoy beer and light drinks in the evening. }} * {{drink | name=Opposite the Island Yakitori & Izakaya | alt=島的對面 串燒&居酒屋 | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.85725 | long=121.8248 | directions=Near Toucheng town center | phone=+886 3 977 0062 | tollfree= | hours=17:00-12:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A Japanese-style izakaya serving grilled skewers, beer, and sake. A good option for drinks with food. }} * {{drink | name=Lucas Bistro | alt=酒龜88餐酒館 | url=https://lucas-bistro.weebly.com/ | email= | address=No.373, Sec. 2, Huanjhen E. Rd | lat=24.8612 | long=121.831 | directions= | phone=+886 980 777 178 | tollfree= | hours=15:00-14:00 | price=NT$200–400 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A bistro-style bar offering alcoholic drinks along with Western and local dishes. Suitable for dinner and drinks. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Yuguang Sea Cafe & Hostel | alt=漁光海Cafe&Hostel | url= | email= | address=No. 35號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94279 | long=121.90205 | directions= | phone=+886 3 978 0868 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$2,200 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A café and hostel near the harbor providing light refreshments and simple accommodation, suitable for travelers looking for a quiet stay along the coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Fan-shu-liao | alt=眺浪島海景民宿 | url=https://www.oceanview69.com/ | email= | address=No. 1號, Lane 51, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.94323 | long=121.90211 | directions= | phone=+886 970 766 679 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout= | price=NT$3,500 | content=A small homestay overlooking the ocean, offering simple rooms and a terrace with coastal views. Its quiet location makes it suitable for travelers seeking a relaxed stay near the northeastern coast. }} * {{sleep | name=Dali Yi Hostel | alt=大里驛青年旅館 Dali Yi Hostel 背包客棧 | url= | email= | address=No. 317-2號, Section 6, Binhai Rd | lat=24.96697 | long=121.92216 | directions= | phone=+886 986 328 397 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,800 | content=A simple and well-maintained backpacker hostel located near Dali Station. It provides dormitory-style accommodation and basic private rooms, along with common areas for guests. Suitable for independent travelers looking to explore the surrounding coastal scenery and rural areas of northeastern Taiwan. }} * {{sleep | name=Pin Yun Xiu Sea View Resort | alt=品雲岫海景度假會館 | url=https://chancevilla261.elbnb.com/ | email= | address=No. 112-50號, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90598 | long=121.85555 | directions= | phone=+886 970 500 300 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price= | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=Toucheng Leisure Farm Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.tcfarm.com.tw/en | email= | address=No.125, Gengxin Rd | lat=24.90749 | long=121.8503 | directions= | phone=+886 3 977 2222 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=10:00 | price=NT$7,900 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A contemporary bed and breakfast located near the coast, with sea views and comfortable private rooms. The property provides a peaceful setting and convenient access to nearby coastal scenery and outdoor activities around Toucheng. }} * {{sleep | name=ＷoodWhite House | alt=白木宿客 | url=https://www.instagram.com/woodwhitehouse | email= | address=No. 2號, Lane 601, Section 2, Huanzhen E Rd | lat=24.86407 | long=121.83026 | directions= | phone=+886 918 939 302 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$3,800 | content=A well-maintained homestay near Toucheng Old Street, convenient for exploring the old town and nearby coastal attractions. }} * {{sleep | name=Wind Breathing B&B | alt=閑閑的海 | url=https://wind-breathing.eebnb.tw/ | email= | address=261No. 13號, Lane 200, Lanboer Rd | lat=24.86684 | long=121.83139 | directions= | phone=+886 921 130 575 | tollfree= | checkin=15:00 | checkout=11:00 | price=NT$2,300 | lastedit=2025-12-24 | content=A quiet bed and breakfast near Wushi Harbor with scenic wetland views, offering comfortable rooms and a relaxing atmosphere away from the crowds. }} ==Go next== * [[Jiaoxi]] – Hot springs and relaxing spa stays. * [[Yilan]] – Museums and cultural sites. * [[Luodong]] – Famous night market and food scene. {{guidecity}} {{geo|24.8500|121.8167}} {{IsPartOf|Yilan County}} 847ti3ugqj4rkwixkvqkax7uyonrlfx 0 37689 5328585 5262961 2026-08-15T05:10:00Z 廣九直通車 1666899 /* History */ 5328585 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Eratap, Efate banner.jpg}} '''Vanuatu''' (previously known as the '''New Hebrides Islands''') is an archipelago nation in the southwest Pacific Ocean. The archipelago more than 80 islands includes deserted sand beaches, remote beauty, tribal communities and world-class deep-sea diving. ==Understand== {{quickbar|location=LocationVanuatu.png}} Vanuatu is one of the smallest of five independent Melanesian countries in the southwest Pacific. The archipelago of 83 or so islands includes deserted sand beaches, remote beauty, tribal communities and world-class deep-sea diving. While a poor, developing country where the majority of the population still lives off subsistence farming, it was famously declared the '''world's happiest country''' in the Happy Planet Index in 2023 and 2024. ===History=== The prehistory of Vanuatu is obscure; archaeological evidence supports the commonly held theory that peoples speaking Austronesian languages first came to the islands some 4,000 years ago. Pottery fragments have been found dating back to 1300–1100 BC. The first island in the Vanuatu group discovered by Europeans was Espiritu Santo, when in 1606 the Portuguese explorer Pedro Fernandes de Queirós working for the Spanish crown, spied what he thought was a southern continent. Europeans did not return until 1768. In 1774, Captain Cook named the islands the '''New Hebrides''', a name that lasted until independence. During the 1860s, planters in Australia, Fiji, New Caledonia, and the Samoa Islands, in need of labourers, instigated a long-term indentured labor trade called "blackbirding": essentially slavery. At the height of the labor trade, more than one-half the adult male population of several of the islands worked abroad. Fragmentary evidence indicates that the current population of Vanuatu is much lower than that of pre-contact times. [[File:Coat of arms of New Hebrides.svg|thumb|Coat of arms of the Condominium, which couldn't agree even on a single flag]] The British and French agreed in 1906 to an '''Anglo-French Condominium''', popularly known as the "Pandemonium" because of absurd duplication and confusion this entailed: there were two police forces with their own laws, including road laws, two health services, two education systems, two currencies, and two prison systems. Challenges to this form of government began in the early 1940s. The arrival of some 50,000 Americans during World War II, with their informal demeanor, relative wealth and at least comparatively equal African-American soldiers was instrumental in undermining the colonial regime and the rise of nationalism in the islands. The belief in a mythical messianic figure named John Frum was the basis for an indigenous cargo cult (a movement attempting to obtain industrial goods through magic) promising Melanesian deliverance. Today, John Frum is both a religion and a political party with a member of Parliament. In 1980, amidst the brief Coconut War, the islands became independent as the '''Republic of Vanuatu'''. During the 1990s Vanuatu experienced political instability which eventually resulted in a more decentralized government. The Vanuatu Mobile Force, the police's armed wing, attempted a coup in 1996 because of a pay dispute, briefly holding the president and deputy prime minister hostage but releasing them unharmed a few hours later. Vanuatu sustained extensive damage due to Cyclone Pam in March 2015. While the island of Espiritu Santo was unscathed, destruction on many outer islands was severe. Port Vila was also hit hard by an earthquake in December 2024. ===Climate=== With such a large north-south area, Vanuatu has all the tropical variances possible. From hot and humid in the north, to mild and dry in the south. The capital Port Vila on Efate can expect 27°C in July to 30°C in January. Nights can drop to 12°C. Humidity from December to February is around 82% and 70% around July. Rainfall from January to April is around 300 mm per month, for the rest of the year around 200 mm per month. The Banks Islands in the top North can receive above 4,000mm of rain in a year, yet the southern islands may receive less than 2,000 mm. Cyclones are natural phenomena to understand and respect. Mainstream tourism facilities are solidly built and experienced in cyclone management. Cyclones appear (in varying degrees with plenty of warning) on an average every couple of years from December to March. By following instructions given by the local authorities, you will be in no danger. Yachties commonly avoid cyclones from Nov through April. There are no effective cyclone holes for any size of ship in Vanuatu. Yachties typically leave to the north of the equator, New Caledonia, New Zealand or Australia. There is a small boatyard in Port Vila with haulout facilities for yachts. Tourism peaks from July to December. January to June is quietest. Experienced travellers take advantage of these tourism troughs to travel, as airlines, accommodation providers and other tourism-related businesses discount heavily during this period. January to June is a little more humid, but cooled by the occasional tropical downpour. The added bonus is that in this period, tourism numbers are low. You have more opportunities to mingle with locals and aimlessly do your own thing instead of being rushed by the crowd (except when cruise ships are in port). ===Culture=== Vanuatu retains a strong diversity through local regional variants and foreign influence. In the north, wealth is established by how much one can give away. Pigs, particularly those with rounded tusks are considered a symbol of wealth throughout Vanuatu. More traditional Melanesian cultural systems dominate in the central region. ===Holidays=== * '''1 January''': New Year's Day * '''21 February''': Father Lini Day * '''5 March''': Custom Chief's Day * '''Easter''' (in accordance with the Gregorian calendar) * '''30 July''': Independence Day * '''5 October''': Constitution Day * '''29 November''': Unity Day * '''25 December''': Christmas Day * '''26 December''': Family Day ===Visitor information === * [https://www.vanuatu.travel/en/ Vanuatu Travel] website ==Regions== The 83 islands of Vanuatu are grouped into six geographic provinces, the names formed by combining the first syllables or letters of the major islands in each. {{Regionlist | regionmap=Vanuatu Regions map.png | regionsize=375px | regionmaptext=Map of Vanuatu | region1name=[[Torba]] | region1color=#AC5C91 | region1description=Torres Islands and Banks Islands | region2name=Sanma | region2color=#4DA45A | region2items=[[Luganville]] | region2description=[[Espiritu Santo]] and Malo | region3name=[[Penama]] | region3color=#B57A28 | region3description=Pentecost/Pentecote, Ambae and Maewo | region4name=[[Malampa]] | region4color=#267EB7 | region4description=Malakula, Ambrym and Paama | region5name=[[Shefa]] | region5color=#C24F59 | region5items=[[Port Vila]] | region5description=Shepherd Group and [[Efate]] | region6name=[[Tafea]] | region6color=#008080 | region6description=[[Tanna]], Aniwa, Futuna, Erromango and Aneityum/Anatom }} Matthew and Hunter are uninhabited islands southeast of Aneityum. Aneityum people believe that the islands are in their historical territory. Aneityum appears to have provided the ancestors of the people of New Caledonia and there are cultural links particularly with the Loyalty Islands. {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#AC5C91|title=[[Torba]]|wikidata=Q822514}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#4DA45A|title=Sanma|wikidata=Q740640}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#B57A28|title=[[Penama]]|wikidata=Q836649}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#267EB7|title=[[Malampa]]|wikidata=Q740656}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#C24F59|title=[[Shefa]]|wikidata=Q650617}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#008080|title=[[Tafea]]|wikidata=Q576417}} ==Towns== There are only two recognized municipalities in Vanuatu. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Port-Vila]]|wikidata=Q37806}} - Vanuatu's pint-sized capital (pop. 50,000) is the country's main tourism hub and arguably the prettiest city in the South Pacific *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Luganville]]|wikidata=Q876557}} (Santo) - Vanuatu's second city and main port, the few travellers who make it here are mostly scuba diving enthusiasts ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Epi Island]]|wikidata=Q287248}} *{{marker|name=[[Espiritu Santo]]|wikidata=Q337524}} - Vanuatu's biggest island, and popular with divers. It boasts shipwrecks for scuba diving, delightful beaches, coconut plantations, jungle and traditional villages where young men still engage in age-old rituals to celebrate their coming of age, and where women are provided with special places to stay for the time they menstruate. Champagne Beach can compete with any other beach in the South Pacific, and is therefore one of the most popular places to visit. *{{marker|name=[[Malekula]]|wikidata=}} - A good place to dive into the divers' cultural traditions of indigenous peoples of Vanuatu. This is a place where stories of cannibals and spirit caves come to life and a good chance to watch the ritual kastom dances of the locals, in this case, the Small Nambas and Big Nambas people. ==Get in== [[File:Visa policy of Vanuatu.svg|thumb|375px|A map showing the visa requirements of Vanuatu, with countries in green having visa-free access]] [[File:Malakula funeral masks.jpg|thumb|Funeral masks used in Malakula]] Vanuatu is a long way from everywhere except the east coast of Australia, with [[Brisbane]] a 2½ hour flight away. In an average year less than 300,000 visitors make their way to the archipelago, the vast majority of them Australians, and two-thirds of that figure are day-tripping cruisers. The rest mostly stay in resorts around Port Vila, with only a tiny fraction exploring the other islands. ===Visas=== A long list of countries are [https://immigration.gov.vu/visa-exempted-countries/ exempted from visas], which includes all Commonwealth and EU member countries. All visitors must have a passport valid for 6 months on arrival, an onward ticket and confirmed accommodation. On arrival, you will be allowed an initial stay of up to 30 days, extended one month at a time for up to 4 months. If you need a visa in advance, you can apply by mail to the Vanuatu Immigration Service in Port Vila; you do not need to mail your passport, just a certified copy of key pages. Tourist visas cost 5,150 VT (around US$44), payable by bank transfer, and are valid for up to 4 months. ===By plane=== If you're flying in, odds are high you will arrive via the main international airport in [[Port Vila]] ({{IATA|VLI}}). There are connections from [[Australia]] ([[Brisbane]], [[Sydney]]), [[Fiji]] ([[Nadi]]), [[Solomon Islands]] ([[Honiara]]) and [[New Caledonia]] ([[Nouméa]]). There is another international airport in [[Luganville]] ({{IATA|SON}}) on [[Espiritu Santo]]. As of 2025, it offers a single flight per week to Honiara and Brisbane. Flag carrier [http://www.airvanuatu.com Air Vanuatu], notorious for frequent cancellations and hemorrhaging money, declared bankruptcy in 2024. While it has resumed limited domestic flights, as of 2025 it no longer flies internationally. ===By boat=== Vanuatu's main ports are [[Port Vila]] on the island of Efate and [[Luganville]] on the island of [[Espiritu Santo]]. Cruises are a very popular way of visiting Vanuatu, and many cruise lines including Carnival and P&O Australia operate regular cruises through Vanuatu waters. 8-11 day cruises depart from [[Brisbane]] or [[Sydney]] and often stop in [[New Caledonia]] as well, with the primary destinations in Vanuatu being the uninhabited "Mystery Island" and Port Vila. Only a few cruises go beyond to Santo, Tanna or the [[Banks Islands]]. ==Get around== [[File:Port Vila Harbour (Imagicity 816).jpg|thumb|Port-Vila Harbour]] Getting around Vanuatu is always an adventure. Leave plenty of room in your plans. ===By plane=== The only scheduled domestic flights are operated by Air Vanuatu. However, the carrier's 2024 bankruptcy means schedules, always sparse, are now more skeletal than ever with only the "trunk routes" between [[Port Vila]], [[Luganville]] and [[Tanna]] having regular flights. Online bookings are no longer available, you have to call, email or visit an Air Vanuatu office in person. As of 2025, fares are fixed at 19,320 VT for Port Vila to Santo (Luganville) and 17,600 VT to Tanna (Whitegrass). Most visitors who travel between islands do so on package tours operated by charter airlines like [https://www.unity-airlines.com/ Unity Airlines] and [https://airtaxivanuatu.com/ Air Taxi Vanuatu]. These are more reliable but expensive: a typical day trip from Port Vila to Tanna to see Mt Yasur costs around 80,000 VT (A$1000) per person. ===By boat=== Vanuatu's 83 islands are woven together by a web of passenger and cargo ferries. Operators include [https://facebook.com/VanuatuFerryLtd/ Vanuatu Ferry] (tel. 26872, all major islands), [https://www.facebook.com/groups/682480782366347/ Big Sista] (Port Vila-Malekula-Luganville) and [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562254513976 Tanna Ferry] (Port Vila-Tanna). Services run roughly weekly but departures are irregular and prone to delays. Check the Facebook pages for updates and call directly to book. A journey from Port Vila to Santo or Tanna takes around 24 hours and costs around A$100, payable on vatu cash only. Creature comforts on board vary from minimal to non-existent, so bring your own food, water and a sleeping mat. ===By bus=== Public buses, really shared taxis that take passengers point to point, operate within and around Port Vila and Luganville only. There are no long-distance buses. ===By car=== [[File:Efate_main_highway,_Vanuatu,_near_Klem's_Hill,_5_June_2006_-_Flickr_-_PhillipC.jpg|thumb|The ring road on Efate: this is about as good as it gets]] Renting your own car is the most flexible option for getting around [[Efate]], which has a 140&nbsp;km paved ring road around the island. Rates start from about 10,000 vatu/day and driving is (mostly) on the right. Foreign licenses are accepted for a period of up to 3 months, after which you'll need to convert to a Vanuatu license. However, the state of Vanuatu's roads leaves much to be desired, with plenty of potholes, pedestrians, pigs and chickens to dodge, and hiring a taxi for the day is not much more expensive than driving yourself. In addition to the usual international chain suspects, local competitor [https://www.vanuaturentalcars.com/ World Car Rentals] is worth checking out, they have 24/7 counters at Port Vila airport. Outside Efate, [[Espiritu Santo]] also has a rudimentary road network with about 60 km of paved road from [[Luganville]] to [[Port Orly]]. The rest of the network, and basically all roads on the other islands, are rough gravel or dirt tracks. ==Talk== {{main|Bislama phrasebook}} [[File:Trilingual warning signs in Vanuatu.jpg|thumb|Trilingual signs in Vanuatu]] There are three official languages in Vanuatu: English, [[French phrasebook|French]] and [[Bislama phrasebook|Bislama]]. French is spoken by 35% of the population, but proficiency is declining while English is in the ascendant, particularly in tourist hub Port Vila. Bislama is a pidgin language that fuses Melanesian grammar with largely English vocabulary (around 85%). It was created as a means of communication for speakers of various languages. In rural areas, it's a second language for most speakers, but in urban areas there is an increasing number of people who speak it as a first language, making it a creole. The name has nothing to do with Islam: it comes from the French ''bêche de mer'' or sea cucumber, formerly a major trade item. [[File:Bislama Private Property Warning.jpg|thumb|Don't come inside! Look out for the dog, who will ''kaikai'' (eat) man]] Native English speakers will find simple Bislama signage straightforward to parse and at times amusing, but understanding the spoken language, much less speaking it, is another matter: the language's grammar is quite different to English and the pronunciation and meaning of words often diverge considerably. For example, ''save'', from the French ''saver'' (to know), is pronounced "sah-veh" and is used much like the English verb "can", as in ''Mi no save tok Bislama'', "I can't speak Bislama". Bislama is the only language that can be understood and spoken by the whole population of Vanuatu, and you'll want to brush up on the basics if you intend to travel beyond Port Vila. See [[Bislama phrasebook]] for a quick primer. An excellent Bislama dictionary is available from good bookshops: ''A New Bislama Dictionary'', by the late Terry Crowley. In addition, 113 indigenous languages are still actively spoken in Vanuatu. The density of languages per capita is the highest of any nation in the world, with an average of only 2,000 speakers per language. All of these vernacular languages belong to the Oceanic branch of the Austronesian family. ==See== [[File:Champagne Beach.jpg|thumb|Champagne Beach, [[Espiritu Santo]]]] [[File:Landdiving4.jpg|thumb|Celebrations around the annual land jumping rituals at Pentecost]] Vanuatu is not on many peoples' destination wish list, except perhaps for those with a love for scuba diving, as divers have discovered the '''underwater treasures''' of this South Pacific archipelago a long time ago. However, even if you don't plan on touching this country's bright blue waters, it's a colourful mix of traditional Melanesian culture, friendly people, beautiful tropical beaches, active volcanoes and all the modern day facilities you'll need to have a great time. The many islands rimmed with perfect sandy beaches offer lovely Pacific views. The '''[[Torba|Bank Islands]]''' boast great beaches combined with rugged terrain. On the largest of the Banks Islands, [[Gaua]], you'll find the '''Siri Waterfall''', which gets its water from the country's biggest crater lake: '''Lake Letas'''. Head to the island of '''[[Tanna]]''' to see Mount Yasur, the world's most accessible active volcano. A tourist favourite, Tanna is also home to waterfalls and men in penis sheaths and grass skirts. If you get the chance, stay to witness one of their ancient festivals or rituals. '''[[Efate]]''' is the place where most visitors begin their encounter with Vanuatu and home to the country's friendly little capital, '''[[Port-Vila|Port Vila]]'''. It strives to bring the best of the archipelago together and is the go-to place for fine wining and dining. Other places well worth visiting include '''[[Aoba Island]]''' (known for the crater lakes on top of the large volcano that defines the islands) and '''[[Pentecost]]''' (the spiritual birthplace of bungee jumping). Last but not least, the active volcanoes, lava lakes and local villagers' artwork are a good reason to stay in one of the traditional style bungalows on '''[[Ambrym]]'''. == Do == [[Scuba diving]] is a major attraction, with the wreck of the ''SS President Coolidge'' at a depth of just 21 meters in [[Espiritu Santo]] in particular drawing many divers. ==Buy== ===Money=== {{exchange rates | currency=Vanuatu vatu | currencyCode=VT | date=April 2026 | USD=119 | EUR=140 | GBP=161 | AUD=85 | NZD=70 | source=[https://www.xe.com/currency/vuv-ni-vanuatu-vatu XE.com] }} The local currency is the '''Vanuatu vatu''' (ISO code: '''VUV'''), abbreviated '''VT'''. There are notes for 200 VT, 500 VT, 1000 VT, 2000 VT, 5000 VT, and 10,000 VT while coins are 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 VT. The current series of vatu banknotes is printed entirely on polymer. Two series of vatu coins are in circulation, the post-independence (1982) issues and the new 2015 issues. The vatu is a small and unstable currency that's very difficult to exchange outside Vanuatu, and you'll take a hit on exchange even in the country: cash spreads are around 7% for the Australian dollar and higher for anything else. Exchange only what you need. Credit cards and debit cards on the major networks (Cirrus, Maestro, etc.) are accepted by many businesses in Port Vila, but rarely elsewhere. Expect to pay a 3-5% processing surcharge. The main banks are National Bank of Vanuatu (NBV), Bank of the South Pacific (BSP), BRED and ANZ. NBV has a branch at Port Vila's airport and is open for all flight arrivals. Otherwise, banking hours are from 08:30 to 15:00. ATMs are available in Port Vila and Luganville. All banks charge a flat 700 VT fee for withdrawals with foreign cards. Wanfuteng Bank only supports Chinese networks like UnionPay. Thanks to the prevalence of Australian tourists, some places in Port Vila accept Australian dollars, but the exchange rate is rarely in your favor. However, some hotels offer to settle the bill in Australian dollars in cash or paid to an Australian bank, which can save you a bundle if this is an option for you. ===Costs=== Vanuatu is very much a two-tier economy. Goods and services produced by and for locals are cheap but extremely limited: tropical fruits and root vegetables, public bus rides, local beef and seafood. ''Everything'' else is imported for tourist use and charged accordingly at Australian prices. Typical costs in 2025 are around 2000 VT (A$25) for a basic burgers-and-fries type meal and 20,000+ VT (A$250) for a night at a mid-range resort. ===Souvenirs=== [[File:Vm-logo-bw.png|right|frameless|200px]] Look for the "Vanuatu Made" logo to find goods produced in Vanuatu from local ingredients. The most popular souvenir from Vanuatu is probably kava (see [[#Drink]]), and vacuum-packed bags of ready to use kava powder are widely sold, including at the airport. You can legally import up to 4 kg for personal use to Australia. Beware that kava is considered a drug in some jurisdictions, so do your homework before bringing it elsewhere, even in transit. Woven grass bags and mats are widely available and very attractive. Coffee from [[Tanna]] is well regarded. Locally made chocolate is also available, as is rum for several distilleries. ===Tipping and gifts=== Tipping is not expected in Vanuatu, nor is haggling or bargaining; it is not the custom and only encourages a "master-servant" relationship. However, gifts are very appreciated and the exchange of gifts for services rendered fits well into the local traditions. Western governments have a hard time coming to terms with this practice as it is interpreted as bribery and corruption. But in the Melanesian culture, this practice is a normal way to do business... well before the European colonisers introduced money. A bag of rice to a village chief may be received with gratitude and dignity, but to offer triple the value in cash may be regarded as patronising, plus it will artificially inflate the price for the next visitor; set a wrong expectation, and rapidly destroy the genuine spontaneous friendship so easily given to you. A nice gesture is to give phone cards or a T-shirt, or school pads, pens, etc. for the children. ==Eat== [[File:Vanuatu Beef Curry with Boiled Taro.jpg|thumb|Curry of Vanuatu beef with taro boiled in coconut milk and island vegetables]] There are many restaurants and eateries in Port-Vila, ranging from up-market places catering to tourists and expats, with French food particularly common, to more low-key establishments. In a sit-down restaurant, the approximate cost of lunch would be around 1500-2000 VT, depending on where and what you eat. Some examples of prices: * sandwiches, around 450-600 VT * bacon and eggs, 750 VT * burger with fries or salad, around 1500 VT * main meal, e.g. steak or seafood, 2000-3000 VT * large, fresh-squeezed fruit juice, around 500VT ===Traditional cuisine=== [[File:Laplap 02.jpg|thumb|Lap-lap]] [[File:Meal Revealed (23539957331).jpg|thumb|Bunya]] Like much of the Pacific, traditional food (''kakae'') in Vanuatu revolves heavily around tropical tubers like yams, manioc (cassava/tapioca), taro and sweet potato (''kumala''). In the islands where subsistence farming prevails, this still forms the core of the diet, supplemented with locally caught seafood, the odd can of tuna or Spam, and on feast days, pork. * '''Lap lap''': Vanuatu's national dish is a steamed root vegetable cake called ''lap lap''. Essentially this is shaved into the middle of a banana leaf with island cabbage and sometimes a chicken wing on top. This is all wrapped up into a flat package and then cooked in hot stones underground till it all melts together into a cake. The best place to buy some is at food markets, where they cost about 200 VT. * '''Tuluk''' is a variation of lap lap with the cake rolled into a cylinder with meat in the middle. It tastes a lot like a sausage roll. You can find these again in the market, served from foam boxes to keep them warm. * '''Simboro''' is the vegetarian version of this, flavored with coconut milk and wrapped in edible taro leaves. * '''Bunya''' is a feast dish prepared by wrapping fish or meat with vegetables and coconut milk in a bundle of banana leaves, then steaming it with hot stones for several hours. ===What to eat=== [[File:Vanuatu Tropical Fruit Platter.jpg|thumb|Breakfast Vanuatu style: slices of pomelo, passionfruit, banana, papaya, lime and Vanuatu raspberries]] * '''Steak''': Vanuatu's meat is renowned in the Melanesian region. At the airports, you will see signs reminding you to pack the 25 kg of meat permitted to other nearby island nations. The reason the meat tastes so good is that the livestock are naturally reared, with no feedlots or other mass production methods used in some Western countries. This results in a steak that is very good indeed. * '''Seafood''': As you may expect from an island nation, seafood is a common option and the quality is generally excellent. Reef fish are commonly found in restaurants, along with many varieties of prawns and lobster. Snapper, known as ''poulet fish'' (literally "chicken fish"), is particularly common. * '''Tropical fruits''' are cheap, delicious and can be picked up at roadside stands and markets. In addition to the usual bananas, pineapples and papayas, look out for local fruit like ambarella (''naus''), Pacific lychees (''nandao''), dragon plums (''nakatambol'') and Vanuatu raspberries (''frombwas'', from the French ''framboise''). The last of these is related to but not the same as a Western raspberry, being smaller, seedless and tarter in taste. * '''Coconut crabs''' are the world's largest terrestrial crab, with a "wingspan" up to 1 meter wide, whose claws are supposedly strong enough to crush coconuts. It has been declining in numbers so rapidly that it is now a protected species in most areas, and there is a minimum legal size of 9 cm for the carapace (body). * Last and probably least, '''flying fox''', a type of giant fruit bat, is available in some restaurants, most commonly in a French-style red wine stew called ''civet de roussette''. It's bony and the taste can charitably described as gamey. ==Drink== [[File:Nakamal.jpg|thumb|''Nakamal'' on [[Pentecost]]]] [[File:Kava-in-bottle-from-vanuatu.jpg|thumb|Vanuatuan Kava in bottle form|173x173px|left]] === Kava === Kava is a local drink, made from the roots of the plant ''Piper methysticum'', a type of pepper. Kava is intoxicating, but not like alcohol. Its effects are sedative. Kava is consumed in private homes and in local venues called '''''nakamal'''''. Traditional nakamals are communal gathering places, traditionally thatched huts, where only men are allowed. Commercial nakamals in larger town, which are also known as ''kava bars'', cater to all paying customers. Some of the resorts also offer kava on occasion for visitors to try. Vanuatu kava is almost always prepared from the fresh root of the plant, which makes it much stronger than the dried, powdered variety found on other Pacific islands such as Fiji, where it is comparatively mild. Four or five large shells in a typical kava bar will leave the inexperienced drinker reeling (or worse) after a couple of hours, and it can take a day to recover. The cheapest variety is known as ''tudei'' (two-day), thus named for the length of the resulting hangover. Kava is served in a coconut shell or small bowl. Drink the whole shell-ful down steadily, then spit. It's handy to have a soft drink on hand to rinse with afterwards, as the taste of kava is earthy, bitter, and not very pleasant. Nakamals often have snacks like fruit on hand. It takes about 20-30 min for the effects to kick in, starting with a numbing sensation around your mouth. Good advice to experience kava as pleasantly as possible is to go with an experienced drinker and follow their lead, take the small shells, and stop after an hour and a half. It's quite easy to find a local kava drinking buddy, just ask around your hotel and you'll find volunteers, maybe at the cost of a shell or two. The kava served in local nakamals can be less than hygienic. Traditionally, the roots are prepared by chewing and spitting out into a pot, although these days mechanical grinders are more common. The water kava is mixed with can be suspect, and some unscrupulous kava bars mix in yesterday's leftovers. Nakamals/kava bars are normally quiet, dark places with very dim or no lighting at all. Conversation should be kept no louder than a whisper and cameras, especially flash photography, is banned. In [[Port Vila]], though, you can find more touristy bars that may even serve alcohol on the side; mixing the two, though, is highly unadvisable. === Alcohol === [[File:Tusker Premium Vanuatu.jpg|thumb|160px|Tusker, ''bia blong yumi'']] Alcoholic beverages are also widely available. Resorts, bars and restaurants serving tourists serve a wide range of drinks. The local beer is Tusker. Take-away alcohol sales are prohibited on Sundays. ==Sleep== [[Port Vila]] has a good choice of accommodation in all price brackets. [[Tanna]] and [[Santo]] have a few hotels and resorts catering to tourists. Elsewhere you will largely be limited to basic guesthouses. ===Budget=== [[File:Room at Hotel Nemo (23789614455).jpg|thumb|One-star luxury awaits at the Motel Nemo, [[Luganville]]]] When visiting other islands or villages outside of the cities, there are many small guest houses that charge around 2000 VT per night and offer full service (meals, laundry, etc.) Many of the motels in Port-Vila and Luganville also fall into the budget category, with prices around 2000 VT per night. ===Mid-range=== [[File:WARWICK Hotel - Swiming pool - panoramio (4).jpg|thumb|Warwick Le Lagon, Vanuatu's largest hotel, in [[Port Vila]]]] Port Vila has a number of Western branded holiday resorts with rooms in the A$200-400 range. Good deals may be available if booked as a package tour or traveling in the off season. ===Splurge=== Many resorts and villas around Port Vila cater to the honeymoon set and charge accordingly, with A$1000+ per night in high season quite common. Many are adults only. ==Work== Many people from overseas work in Vanuatu, either running their own businesses or employed by others. Generally speaking, work permits are only available for positions where there are not enough ni-Vanuatu to meet demand. ==Stay safe== [[File:Espiritu Santo Police (28660900103).jpg|thumb|Police on Espiritu Santo]] Vanuatu is, on the whole, a safe and friendly environment. You are unlikely to encounter any trouble unless you do something extremely provocative, though crime rates are said to be increasing, particularly in Port Vila at night. Take the same precautions you would anywhere else. There are no seriously venomous snakes, spiders, or insects on Vanuatu. However, there are various poisonous aquatic animals that you should beware of if you are swimming, snorkeling, or diving in the area. The most dangerous of these is the stonefish. Saltwater crocodiles may remain on the eastern coast of Vanua Lava, but the likelihood of an attack is minimal. ===Natural disasters=== Vanuatu is frequently struck by [[cyclones]]. The cyclone season runs from November to April, but out-of-season cyclones are not uncommon. Vanuatu is on the Ring of Fire, so [[earthquakes]] are common, with the most recent one in December 2024 causing major damage to the capital Port Vila. Major hotels are built to earthquake-resistant standards, smaller ones may not be. Many islands, notably [[Ambrym]] and [[Tanna]], also have active volcanoes, although those on [[Efate]] are all dormant. ==Stay healthy== It is advisable to be immunised against Hepatitis A and B and typhoid fever before visiting Vanuatu. '''[[Malaria]]''' is endemic within some areas of Vanuatu, but not [[Port-Vila]]. If you are venturing outside the resort areas, check with your doctor before you travel. Malaria may not be endemic but you may come in contact with mosquito carriers and visitors from outer islands who have malaria - particularly in the wet season and at the hospital. Dengue fever is also mosquito vectored in Port-Vila and elsewhere particularly in the wet season. Be familiar with the symptoms as there is no cure all for dengue and malaria symptoms are intermittently leading to misdiagnosis. Many local clinics in the outer islands can test you for malaria. Malaria preventative drugs have side effects which can cause problems in the sun, scuba diving, general stability and digestion. '''[[Tap water]]''' in Port-Vila is clean and potable, but is best avoided elsewhere. Bottled water is not available outside the main cities. Fizzy drinks but not beer may be available outside the main cities. Giardiasis after using local water is rare. Tourism, cattle raising, and the rapidly rising population are placing stress on municipal water supplies. Doctors used to treating common travel ailments are available in [[Port-Vila]] and [[Luganville]]. Any more serious problems may require some form of medical evacuation. Be careful of any small cuts, scratches, or other sores you receive while travelling in Vanuatu. As in most tropical areas, small sores can easily become infected if you don't practice proper hygiene. Most of these things require common sense. Protect the wound with a sterile dressing and keep it dry. Asthmatics beware: in the dry season, it is common to burn agricultural waste and rubbish, casting a '''smoky pall''' over the islands. ==Respect== [[File:2nd November, Day of Dead - Port Vila Cimetery - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Day of the Dead at Port Vila cemetery]] Throughout Vanuatu, and especially outside of Port-Vila in the villages, life is strongly influenced by "kastom", a set of traditional customs and taboos that apply to all kinds of matters. Be aware of this, and respect locals' requests with regard to "kastom". When visiting villages, women should dress modestly, wearing clothes that cover the shoulders and knees. Christianity is very strong. It is common to invite and welcome visitors to attend local church services on a Sunday. Revealing and sexy clothing (especially wearing beachwear in the capital) is not advisable, as over 100 years of missionary work has had its effect on the perception of what is considered as respectable attire in the islands. Regardless, it's considered disrespectful to the local people and can be interpreted by some indigenous inhabitants as an invitation for sex. As Vanuatu is not a fashion conscious place no-one will notice or care if you were wearing the latest trends or not. You are best off bringing a practical tropical wardrobe such as light cotton summer clothes that are easy to hand wash, a pullover and a lightweight waterproof wind jacket. If planning to go to the outer islands, bring a good torch (flashlight) with spare batteries, lightweight, walking shoes, sandals or good thongs (flip-flops or crocs) for wet weather and old clothes. When exploring the outer islands take all the older clothes you can carry, wear them and give them away to the islanders when you are finished wearing them. You and your children will be aptly rewarded in other ways. Instead of dumping your worn clothes in a charity collection bin at your local shopping centre, your children will interact with the very people who would be the recipients of those clothes (most Ni-Vanuatu people buy these second-hand clothes from shops in Port-Vila). Sharing and giving is a natural course of daily life in Vanuatu. The T-shirt you give to one person will be worn by all his friends as well. Three T-shirts on top of each other will be their winter outfit. You will provide them things that are hard for them to obtain, save them the expense of buying clothes (basic wages are quite low in Vanuatu) and you will depart with priceless memories, plus have more in your luggage for purchased local arts and crafts. '''Communicating with Ni-Vanuatu people''': *In Vanuatu, the display of anger, displeasure or irritability at a person or situation will reduce the recipient to a stony silence with a lack of co-operation or empathy to your point of view. Please be patient as it is a waste of time complaining. It will have no bearing on the outcome. And if you are verbally abusive, you will generate one of three responses: smiling, subdued laughter, or a fist in your face. *Don't ask a question with the answer built into it. Locals will always agree in order not to contradict you. "Is this the road to X?" will generate a Yes. Try: "Where is the road to X..?", and you might get a different answer. *Direct eye contact or raised voice level contact may be interpreted as intimidation. A local person's voice level combined with body language may be directly opposite to Europeans. He or she may nod agreement with everything you say in order not to offend you but may not have understood a word you have said. *If you're in a bus and people on the footpath are turning their backs to you, don't be offended: they're simply letting the driver know that they don't require him to stop. There are few bus stops in Vanuatu, and those that exist don't get much use. *If you see men or women holding hands, it's not what you may think. Men hold hands with other men, or women with women, because there is no sexual connotation attached to it. However, you will very rarely see a man holding a woman's hand in public because this would be considered as a public exhibition of sexual relations. ===Photography=== The Vanuatu people are a delight to photograph, friendly, co-operative and photogenic especially the children who are simply gorgeous. Yes, they love to be photographed but do not offer to pay to photograph local people as this will quickly discourage spontaneity and encourage commercialisation. Always ask before taking photos of local people. In some cases, some people may be reluctant to be photographed for reasons that you may never know. It is prudent to enquire as to the fee for photographing cultural festivities as they are sometimes very high. The reasoning behind this is they put on the show, people take photos and make money selling these photos of their show, so they want to be paid accordingly. Shooting an exploding volcano at night calls for at least 800 as a setting and a tripod is essential for good images. ==Connect== [[File:Nanda Blue Hole Santo (29282050925).jpg|thumb|Nanda Blue Hole on Santo]] ===Telephone=== The international country code for Vanuatu is +678. To dial overseas from within Vanuatu dial 00 followed by the relevant country code and phone number. Emergency phone numbers: Ambulance (22-100); Fire (22-333); and Police (22-222). Vanuatu has GSM mobile coverage in [[Port-Vila]] and most GSM mobile phones roam seamlessly. You can buy special visitor SIM cards from [http://www.tvl.vu/ TVI], which offer considerable discounts over roaming charges. Available at any post office. International roaming from New Zealand and Australia is available. Telecom Vanuatu has a package called ‘Smile Visitor' which consists of a sim card with a pre-purchased credit. This can be purchased at the Vanuatu Telecom Office in town. Telephone: +678 081111. Email: info@smile.com.vu Digicel is giving Telecom some overdue competition. Digicel offer a range of packages, and are widely available. === Radio and television === Many international radio stations such as Radio Australia, BBC World Service, Radio France International and China Radio International can be heard on FM radio in Port-Vila and in some other locations. The national broadcaster, Radio Vanuatu is mostly broadcast in Bislama, but sometimes is in English and French. It is also available on AM and SW. Distant AM broadcasts from Australia, New Caledonia and Fiji may also be heard. Local and international TV broadcasts are available, but the national broadcaster 'Television Blong Vanuatu' is the only free-to air option. Other broadcasts can be found on Telsat's Digital Pay TV service or via satellite. ===Internet=== Internet cafes can be found in Luganville & Port-Vila. You may also find that some post offices will also provide some kind of Internet facilities, and can be found on the main streets in Port-Vila and Luganville as well as on Espiritu Santo. ===Postal services=== Postal services to mainland Europe can take up to 7 days. You can send letters and postcards from mailboxes in the streets, however the incoming postal service can be patchy, especially for parcels, so don't rely on people sending you things while you're staying in Vanuatu. ==Cope== ===Electricity=== [[File:Australian electric outlet type.png|thumb]] Vanuatu has 230V/50 Hz electricity with the same type I plug (angled live/neutral pins with a straight earth) as Australia. Only about 30% of the country is wired to reliable mains power. Off-grid solar power is increasingly common. {{outlinecountry}} {{geo|-16.70|168.40|zoom=7}} {{IsPartOf|Melanesia}} 0lyi4ccdivpknjj0mfc4dmmlmme13vi 5328586 5328585 2026-08-15T05:12:09Z 廣九直通車 1666899 /* Talk */ pidgin implies language 5328586 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Eratap, Efate banner.jpg}} '''Vanuatu''' (previously known as the '''New Hebrides Islands''') is an archipelago nation in the southwest Pacific Ocean. The archipelago more than 80 islands includes deserted sand beaches, remote beauty, tribal communities and world-class deep-sea diving. ==Understand== {{quickbar|location=LocationVanuatu.png}} Vanuatu is one of the smallest of five independent Melanesian countries in the southwest Pacific. The archipelago of 83 or so islands includes deserted sand beaches, remote beauty, tribal communities and world-class deep-sea diving. While a poor, developing country where the majority of the population still lives off subsistence farming, it was famously declared the '''world's happiest country''' in the Happy Planet Index in 2023 and 2024. ===History=== The prehistory of Vanuatu is obscure; archaeological evidence supports the commonly held theory that peoples speaking Austronesian languages first came to the islands some 4,000 years ago. Pottery fragments have been found dating back to 1300–1100 BC. The first island in the Vanuatu group discovered by Europeans was Espiritu Santo, when in 1606 the Portuguese explorer Pedro Fernandes de Queirós working for the Spanish crown, spied what he thought was a southern continent. Europeans did not return until 1768. In 1774, Captain Cook named the islands the '''New Hebrides''', a name that lasted until independence. During the 1860s, planters in Australia, Fiji, New Caledonia, and the Samoa Islands, in need of labourers, instigated a long-term indentured labor trade called "blackbirding": essentially slavery. At the height of the labor trade, more than one-half the adult male population of several of the islands worked abroad. Fragmentary evidence indicates that the current population of Vanuatu is much lower than that of pre-contact times. [[File:Coat of arms of New Hebrides.svg|thumb|Coat of arms of the Condominium, which couldn't agree even on a single flag]] The British and French agreed in 1906 to an '''Anglo-French Condominium''', popularly known as the "Pandemonium" because of absurd duplication and confusion this entailed: there were two police forces with their own laws, including road laws, two health services, two education systems, two currencies, and two prison systems. Challenges to this form of government began in the early 1940s. The arrival of some 50,000 Americans during World War II, with their informal demeanor, relative wealth and at least comparatively equal African-American soldiers was instrumental in undermining the colonial regime and the rise of nationalism in the islands. The belief in a mythical messianic figure named John Frum was the basis for an indigenous cargo cult (a movement attempting to obtain industrial goods through magic) promising Melanesian deliverance. Today, John Frum is both a religion and a political party with a member of Parliament. In 1980, amidst the brief Coconut War, the islands became independent as the '''Republic of Vanuatu'''. During the 1990s Vanuatu experienced political instability which eventually resulted in a more decentralized government. The Vanuatu Mobile Force, the police's armed wing, attempted a coup in 1996 because of a pay dispute, briefly holding the president and deputy prime minister hostage but releasing them unharmed a few hours later. Vanuatu sustained extensive damage due to Cyclone Pam in March 2015. While the island of Espiritu Santo was unscathed, destruction on many outer islands was severe. Port Vila was also hit hard by an earthquake in December 2024. ===Climate=== With such a large north-south area, Vanuatu has all the tropical variances possible. From hot and humid in the north, to mild and dry in the south. The capital Port Vila on Efate can expect 27°C in July to 30°C in January. Nights can drop to 12°C. Humidity from December to February is around 82% and 70% around July. Rainfall from January to April is around 300 mm per month, for the rest of the year around 200 mm per month. The Banks Islands in the top North can receive above 4,000mm of rain in a year, yet the southern islands may receive less than 2,000 mm. Cyclones are natural phenomena to understand and respect. Mainstream tourism facilities are solidly built and experienced in cyclone management. Cyclones appear (in varying degrees with plenty of warning) on an average every couple of years from December to March. By following instructions given by the local authorities, you will be in no danger. Yachties commonly avoid cyclones from Nov through April. There are no effective cyclone holes for any size of ship in Vanuatu. Yachties typically leave to the north of the equator, New Caledonia, New Zealand or Australia. There is a small boatyard in Port Vila with haulout facilities for yachts. Tourism peaks from July to December. January to June is quietest. Experienced travellers take advantage of these tourism troughs to travel, as airlines, accommodation providers and other tourism-related businesses discount heavily during this period. January to June is a little more humid, but cooled by the occasional tropical downpour. The added bonus is that in this period, tourism numbers are low. You have more opportunities to mingle with locals and aimlessly do your own thing instead of being rushed by the crowd (except when cruise ships are in port). ===Culture=== Vanuatu retains a strong diversity through local regional variants and foreign influence. In the north, wealth is established by how much one can give away. Pigs, particularly those with rounded tusks are considered a symbol of wealth throughout Vanuatu. More traditional Melanesian cultural systems dominate in the central region. ===Holidays=== * '''1 January''': New Year's Day * '''21 February''': Father Lini Day * '''5 March''': Custom Chief's Day * '''Easter''' (in accordance with the Gregorian calendar) * '''30 July''': Independence Day * '''5 October''': Constitution Day * '''29 November''': Unity Day * '''25 December''': Christmas Day * '''26 December''': Family Day ===Visitor information === * [https://www.vanuatu.travel/en/ Vanuatu Travel] website ==Regions== The 83 islands of Vanuatu are grouped into six geographic provinces, the names formed by combining the first syllables or letters of the major islands in each. {{Regionlist | regionmap=Vanuatu Regions map.png | regionsize=375px | regionmaptext=Map of Vanuatu | region1name=[[Torba]] | region1color=#AC5C91 | region1description=Torres Islands and Banks Islands | region2name=Sanma | region2color=#4DA45A | region2items=[[Luganville]] | region2description=[[Espiritu Santo]] and Malo | region3name=[[Penama]] | region3color=#B57A28 | region3description=Pentecost/Pentecote, Ambae and Maewo | region4name=[[Malampa]] | region4color=#267EB7 | region4description=Malakula, Ambrym and Paama | region5name=[[Shefa]] | region5color=#C24F59 | region5items=[[Port Vila]] | region5description=Shepherd Group and [[Efate]] | region6name=[[Tafea]] | region6color=#008080 | region6description=[[Tanna]], Aniwa, Futuna, Erromango and Aneityum/Anatom }} Matthew and Hunter are uninhabited islands southeast of Aneityum. Aneityum people believe that the islands are in their historical territory. Aneityum appears to have provided the ancestors of the people of New Caledonia and there are cultural links particularly with the Loyalty Islands. {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#AC5C91|title=[[Torba]]|wikidata=Q822514}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#4DA45A|title=Sanma|wikidata=Q740640}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#B57A28|title=[[Penama]]|wikidata=Q836649}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#267EB7|title=[[Malampa]]|wikidata=Q740656}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#C24F59|title=[[Shefa]]|wikidata=Q650617}} {{mapshape|type=geoshape|fill=#008080|title=[[Tafea]]|wikidata=Q576417}} ==Towns== There are only two recognized municipalities in Vanuatu. *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Port-Vila]]|wikidata=Q37806}} - Vanuatu's pint-sized capital (pop. 50,000) is the country's main tourism hub and arguably the prettiest city in the South Pacific *{{marker|type=city|name=[[Luganville]]|wikidata=Q876557}} (Santo) - Vanuatu's second city and main port, the few travellers who make it here are mostly scuba diving enthusiasts ==Other destinations== *{{marker|name=[[Epi Island]]|wikidata=Q287248}} *{{marker|name=[[Espiritu Santo]]|wikidata=Q337524}} - Vanuatu's biggest island, and popular with divers. It boasts shipwrecks for scuba diving, delightful beaches, coconut plantations, jungle and traditional villages where young men still engage in age-old rituals to celebrate their coming of age, and where women are provided with special places to stay for the time they menstruate. Champagne Beach can compete with any other beach in the South Pacific, and is therefore one of the most popular places to visit. *{{marker|name=[[Malekula]]|wikidata=}} - A good place to dive into the divers' cultural traditions of indigenous peoples of Vanuatu. This is a place where stories of cannibals and spirit caves come to life and a good chance to watch the ritual kastom dances of the locals, in this case, the Small Nambas and Big Nambas people. ==Get in== [[File:Visa policy of Vanuatu.svg|thumb|375px|A map showing the visa requirements of Vanuatu, with countries in green having visa-free access]] [[File:Malakula funeral masks.jpg|thumb|Funeral masks used in Malakula]] Vanuatu is a long way from everywhere except the east coast of Australia, with [[Brisbane]] a 2½ hour flight away. In an average year less than 300,000 visitors make their way to the archipelago, the vast majority of them Australians, and two-thirds of that figure are day-tripping cruisers. The rest mostly stay in resorts around Port Vila, with only a tiny fraction exploring the other islands. ===Visas=== A long list of countries are [https://immigration.gov.vu/visa-exempted-countries/ exempted from visas], which includes all Commonwealth and EU member countries. All visitors must have a passport valid for 6 months on arrival, an onward ticket and confirmed accommodation. On arrival, you will be allowed an initial stay of up to 30 days, extended one month at a time for up to 4 months. If you need a visa in advance, you can apply by mail to the Vanuatu Immigration Service in Port Vila; you do not need to mail your passport, just a certified copy of key pages. Tourist visas cost 5,150 VT (around US$44), payable by bank transfer, and are valid for up to 4 months. ===By plane=== If you're flying in, odds are high you will arrive via the main international airport in [[Port Vila]] ({{IATA|VLI}}). There are connections from [[Australia]] ([[Brisbane]], [[Sydney]]), [[Fiji]] ([[Nadi]]), [[Solomon Islands]] ([[Honiara]]) and [[New Caledonia]] ([[Nouméa]]). There is another international airport in [[Luganville]] ({{IATA|SON}}) on [[Espiritu Santo]]. As of 2025, it offers a single flight per week to Honiara and Brisbane. Flag carrier [http://www.airvanuatu.com Air Vanuatu], notorious for frequent cancellations and hemorrhaging money, declared bankruptcy in 2024. While it has resumed limited domestic flights, as of 2025 it no longer flies internationally. ===By boat=== Vanuatu's main ports are [[Port Vila]] on the island of Efate and [[Luganville]] on the island of [[Espiritu Santo]]. Cruises are a very popular way of visiting Vanuatu, and many cruise lines including Carnival and P&O Australia operate regular cruises through Vanuatu waters. 8-11 day cruises depart from [[Brisbane]] or [[Sydney]] and often stop in [[New Caledonia]] as well, with the primary destinations in Vanuatu being the uninhabited "Mystery Island" and Port Vila. Only a few cruises go beyond to Santo, Tanna or the [[Banks Islands]]. ==Get around== [[File:Port Vila Harbour (Imagicity 816).jpg|thumb|Port-Vila Harbour]] Getting around Vanuatu is always an adventure. Leave plenty of room in your plans. ===By plane=== The only scheduled domestic flights are operated by Air Vanuatu. However, the carrier's 2024 bankruptcy means schedules, always sparse, are now more skeletal than ever with only the "trunk routes" between [[Port Vila]], [[Luganville]] and [[Tanna]] having regular flights. Online bookings are no longer available, you have to call, email or visit an Air Vanuatu office in person. As of 2025, fares are fixed at 19,320 VT for Port Vila to Santo (Luganville) and 17,600 VT to Tanna (Whitegrass). Most visitors who travel between islands do so on package tours operated by charter airlines like [https://www.unity-airlines.com/ Unity Airlines] and [https://airtaxivanuatu.com/ Air Taxi Vanuatu]. These are more reliable but expensive: a typical day trip from Port Vila to Tanna to see Mt Yasur costs around 80,000 VT (A$1000) per person. ===By boat=== Vanuatu's 83 islands are woven together by a web of passenger and cargo ferries. Operators include [https://facebook.com/VanuatuFerryLtd/ Vanuatu Ferry] (tel. 26872, all major islands), [https://www.facebook.com/groups/682480782366347/ Big Sista] (Port Vila-Malekula-Luganville) and [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562254513976 Tanna Ferry] (Port Vila-Tanna). Services run roughly weekly but departures are irregular and prone to delays. Check the Facebook pages for updates and call directly to book. A journey from Port Vila to Santo or Tanna takes around 24 hours and costs around A$100, payable on vatu cash only. Creature comforts on board vary from minimal to non-existent, so bring your own food, water and a sleeping mat. ===By bus=== Public buses, really shared taxis that take passengers point to point, operate within and around Port Vila and Luganville only. There are no long-distance buses. ===By car=== [[File:Efate_main_highway,_Vanuatu,_near_Klem's_Hill,_5_June_2006_-_Flickr_-_PhillipC.jpg|thumb|The ring road on Efate: this is about as good as it gets]] Renting your own car is the most flexible option for getting around [[Efate]], which has a 140&nbsp;km paved ring road around the island. Rates start from about 10,000 vatu/day and driving is (mostly) on the right. Foreign licenses are accepted for a period of up to 3 months, after which you'll need to convert to a Vanuatu license. However, the state of Vanuatu's roads leaves much to be desired, with plenty of potholes, pedestrians, pigs and chickens to dodge, and hiring a taxi for the day is not much more expensive than driving yourself. In addition to the usual international chain suspects, local competitor [https://www.vanuaturentalcars.com/ World Car Rentals] is worth checking out, they have 24/7 counters at Port Vila airport. Outside Efate, [[Espiritu Santo]] also has a rudimentary road network with about 60 km of paved road from [[Luganville]] to [[Port Orly]]. The rest of the network, and basically all roads on the other islands, are rough gravel or dirt tracks. ==Talk== {{main|Bislama phrasebook}} [[File:Trilingual warning signs in Vanuatu.jpg|thumb|Trilingual signs in Vanuatu]] There are three official languages in Vanuatu: English, [[French phrasebook|French]] and [[Bislama phrasebook|Bislama]]. French is spoken by 35% of the population, but proficiency is declining while English is in the ascendant, particularly in tourist hub Port Vila. Bislama is a pidgin that fuses Melanesian grammar with largely English vocabulary (around 85%). It was created as a means of communication for speakers of various languages. In rural areas, it's a second language for most speakers, but in urban areas there is an increasing number of people who speak it as a first language, making it a creole. The name has nothing to do with Islam: it comes from the French ''bêche de mer'' or sea cucumber, formerly a major trade item. [[File:Bislama Private Property Warning.jpg|thumb|Don't come inside! Look out for the dog, who will ''kaikai'' (eat) man]] Native English speakers will find simple Bislama signage straightforward to parse and at times amusing, but understanding the spoken language, much less speaking it, is another matter: the language's grammar is quite different to English and the pronunciation and meaning of words often diverge considerably. For example, ''save'', from the French ''saver'' (to know), is pronounced "sah-veh" and is used much like the English verb "can", as in ''Mi no save tok Bislama'', "I can't speak Bislama". Bislama is the only language that can be understood and spoken by the whole population of Vanuatu, and you'll want to brush up on the basics if you intend to travel beyond Port Vila. See [[Bislama phrasebook]] for a quick primer. An excellent Bislama dictionary is available from good bookshops: ''A New Bislama Dictionary'', by the late Terry Crowley. In addition, 113 indigenous languages are still actively spoken in Vanuatu. The density of languages per capita is the highest of any nation in the world, with an average of only 2,000 speakers per language. All of these vernacular languages belong to the Oceanic branch of the Austronesian family. ==See== [[File:Champagne Beach.jpg|thumb|Champagne Beach, [[Espiritu Santo]]]] [[File:Landdiving4.jpg|thumb|Celebrations around the annual land jumping rituals at Pentecost]] Vanuatu is not on many peoples' destination wish list, except perhaps for those with a love for scuba diving, as divers have discovered the '''underwater treasures''' of this South Pacific archipelago a long time ago. However, even if you don't plan on touching this country's bright blue waters, it's a colourful mix of traditional Melanesian culture, friendly people, beautiful tropical beaches, active volcanoes and all the modern day facilities you'll need to have a great time. The many islands rimmed with perfect sandy beaches offer lovely Pacific views. The '''[[Torba|Bank Islands]]''' boast great beaches combined with rugged terrain. On the largest of the Banks Islands, [[Gaua]], you'll find the '''Siri Waterfall''', which gets its water from the country's biggest crater lake: '''Lake Letas'''. Head to the island of '''[[Tanna]]''' to see Mount Yasur, the world's most accessible active volcano. A tourist favourite, Tanna is also home to waterfalls and men in penis sheaths and grass skirts. If you get the chance, stay to witness one of their ancient festivals or rituals. '''[[Efate]]''' is the place where most visitors begin their encounter with Vanuatu and home to the country's friendly little capital, '''[[Port-Vila|Port Vila]]'''. It strives to bring the best of the archipelago together and is the go-to place for fine wining and dining. Other places well worth visiting include '''[[Aoba Island]]''' (known for the crater lakes on top of the large volcano that defines the islands) and '''[[Pentecost]]''' (the spiritual birthplace of bungee jumping). Last but not least, the active volcanoes, lava lakes and local villagers' artwork are a good reason to stay in one of the traditional style bungalows on '''[[Ambrym]]'''. == Do == [[Scuba diving]] is a major attraction, with the wreck of the ''SS President Coolidge'' at a depth of just 21 meters in [[Espiritu Santo]] in particular drawing many divers. ==Buy== ===Money=== {{exchange rates | currency=Vanuatu vatu | currencyCode=VT | date=April 2026 | USD=119 | EUR=140 | GBP=161 | AUD=85 | NZD=70 | source=[https://www.xe.com/currency/vuv-ni-vanuatu-vatu XE.com] }} The local currency is the '''Vanuatu vatu''' (ISO code: '''VUV'''), abbreviated '''VT'''. There are notes for 200 VT, 500 VT, 1000 VT, 2000 VT, 5000 VT, and 10,000 VT while coins are 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 VT. The current series of vatu banknotes is printed entirely on polymer. Two series of vatu coins are in circulation, the post-independence (1982) issues and the new 2015 issues. The vatu is a small and unstable currency that's very difficult to exchange outside Vanuatu, and you'll take a hit on exchange even in the country: cash spreads are around 7% for the Australian dollar and higher for anything else. Exchange only what you need. Credit cards and debit cards on the major networks (Cirrus, Maestro, etc.) are accepted by many businesses in Port Vila, but rarely elsewhere. Expect to pay a 3-5% processing surcharge. The main banks are National Bank of Vanuatu (NBV), Bank of the South Pacific (BSP), BRED and ANZ. NBV has a branch at Port Vila's airport and is open for all flight arrivals. Otherwise, banking hours are from 08:30 to 15:00. ATMs are available in Port Vila and Luganville. All banks charge a flat 700 VT fee for withdrawals with foreign cards. Wanfuteng Bank only supports Chinese networks like UnionPay. Thanks to the prevalence of Australian tourists, some places in Port Vila accept Australian dollars, but the exchange rate is rarely in your favor. However, some hotels offer to settle the bill in Australian dollars in cash or paid to an Australian bank, which can save you a bundle if this is an option for you. ===Costs=== Vanuatu is very much a two-tier economy. Goods and services produced by and for locals are cheap but extremely limited: tropical fruits and root vegetables, public bus rides, local beef and seafood. ''Everything'' else is imported for tourist use and charged accordingly at Australian prices. Typical costs in 2025 are around 2000 VT (A$25) for a basic burgers-and-fries type meal and 20,000+ VT (A$250) for a night at a mid-range resort. ===Souvenirs=== [[File:Vm-logo-bw.png|right|frameless|200px]] Look for the "Vanuatu Made" logo to find goods produced in Vanuatu from local ingredients. The most popular souvenir from Vanuatu is probably kava (see [[#Drink]]), and vacuum-packed bags of ready to use kava powder are widely sold, including at the airport. You can legally import up to 4 kg for personal use to Australia. Beware that kava is considered a drug in some jurisdictions, so do your homework before bringing it elsewhere, even in transit. Woven grass bags and mats are widely available and very attractive. Coffee from [[Tanna]] is well regarded. Locally made chocolate is also available, as is rum for several distilleries. ===Tipping and gifts=== Tipping is not expected in Vanuatu, nor is haggling or bargaining; it is not the custom and only encourages a "master-servant" relationship. However, gifts are very appreciated and the exchange of gifts for services rendered fits well into the local traditions. Western governments have a hard time coming to terms with this practice as it is interpreted as bribery and corruption. But in the Melanesian culture, this practice is a normal way to do business... well before the European colonisers introduced money. A bag of rice to a village chief may be received with gratitude and dignity, but to offer triple the value in cash may be regarded as patronising, plus it will artificially inflate the price for the next visitor; set a wrong expectation, and rapidly destroy the genuine spontaneous friendship so easily given to you. A nice gesture is to give phone cards or a T-shirt, or school pads, pens, etc. for the children. ==Eat== [[File:Vanuatu Beef Curry with Boiled Taro.jpg|thumb|Curry of Vanuatu beef with taro boiled in coconut milk and island vegetables]] There are many restaurants and eateries in Port-Vila, ranging from up-market places catering to tourists and expats, with French food particularly common, to more low-key establishments. In a sit-down restaurant, the approximate cost of lunch would be around 1500-2000 VT, depending on where and what you eat. Some examples of prices: * sandwiches, around 450-600 VT * bacon and eggs, 750 VT * burger with fries or salad, around 1500 VT * main meal, e.g. steak or seafood, 2000-3000 VT * large, fresh-squeezed fruit juice, around 500VT ===Traditional cuisine=== [[File:Laplap 02.jpg|thumb|Lap-lap]] [[File:Meal Revealed (23539957331).jpg|thumb|Bunya]] Like much of the Pacific, traditional food (''kakae'') in Vanuatu revolves heavily around tropical tubers like yams, manioc (cassava/tapioca), taro and sweet potato (''kumala''). In the islands where subsistence farming prevails, this still forms the core of the diet, supplemented with locally caught seafood, the odd can of tuna or Spam, and on feast days, pork. * '''Lap lap''': Vanuatu's national dish is a steamed root vegetable cake called ''lap lap''. Essentially this is shaved into the middle of a banana leaf with island cabbage and sometimes a chicken wing on top. This is all wrapped up into a flat package and then cooked in hot stones underground till it all melts together into a cake. The best place to buy some is at food markets, where they cost about 200 VT. * '''Tuluk''' is a variation of lap lap with the cake rolled into a cylinder with meat in the middle. It tastes a lot like a sausage roll. You can find these again in the market, served from foam boxes to keep them warm. * '''Simboro''' is the vegetarian version of this, flavored with coconut milk and wrapped in edible taro leaves. * '''Bunya''' is a feast dish prepared by wrapping fish or meat with vegetables and coconut milk in a bundle of banana leaves, then steaming it with hot stones for several hours. ===What to eat=== [[File:Vanuatu Tropical Fruit Platter.jpg|thumb|Breakfast Vanuatu style: slices of pomelo, passionfruit, banana, papaya, lime and Vanuatu raspberries]] * '''Steak''': Vanuatu's meat is renowned in the Melanesian region. At the airports, you will see signs reminding you to pack the 25 kg of meat permitted to other nearby island nations. The reason the meat tastes so good is that the livestock are naturally reared, with no feedlots or other mass production methods used in some Western countries. This results in a steak that is very good indeed. * '''Seafood''': As you may expect from an island nation, seafood is a common option and the quality is generally excellent. Reef fish are commonly found in restaurants, along with many varieties of prawns and lobster. Snapper, known as ''poulet fish'' (literally "chicken fish"), is particularly common. * '''Tropical fruits''' are cheap, delicious and can be picked up at roadside stands and markets. In addition to the usual bananas, pineapples and papayas, look out for local fruit like ambarella (''naus''), Pacific lychees (''nandao''), dragon plums (''nakatambol'') and Vanuatu raspberries (''frombwas'', from the French ''framboise''). The last of these is related to but not the same as a Western raspberry, being smaller, seedless and tarter in taste. * '''Coconut crabs''' are the world's largest terrestrial crab, with a "wingspan" up to 1 meter wide, whose claws are supposedly strong enough to crush coconuts. It has been declining in numbers so rapidly that it is now a protected species in most areas, and there is a minimum legal size of 9 cm for the carapace (body). * Last and probably least, '''flying fox''', a type of giant fruit bat, is available in some restaurants, most commonly in a French-style red wine stew called ''civet de roussette''. It's bony and the taste can charitably described as gamey. ==Drink== [[File:Nakamal.jpg|thumb|''Nakamal'' on [[Pentecost]]]] [[File:Kava-in-bottle-from-vanuatu.jpg|thumb|Vanuatuan Kava in bottle form|173x173px|left]] === Kava === Kava is a local drink, made from the roots of the plant ''Piper methysticum'', a type of pepper. Kava is intoxicating, but not like alcohol. Its effects are sedative. Kava is consumed in private homes and in local venues called '''''nakamal'''''. Traditional nakamals are communal gathering places, traditionally thatched huts, where only men are allowed. Commercial nakamals in larger town, which are also known as ''kava bars'', cater to all paying customers. Some of the resorts also offer kava on occasion for visitors to try. Vanuatu kava is almost always prepared from the fresh root of the plant, which makes it much stronger than the dried, powdered variety found on other Pacific islands such as Fiji, where it is comparatively mild. Four or five large shells in a typical kava bar will leave the inexperienced drinker reeling (or worse) after a couple of hours, and it can take a day to recover. The cheapest variety is known as ''tudei'' (two-day), thus named for the length of the resulting hangover. Kava is served in a coconut shell or small bowl. Drink the whole shell-ful down steadily, then spit. It's handy to have a soft drink on hand to rinse with afterwards, as the taste of kava is earthy, bitter, and not very pleasant. Nakamals often have snacks like fruit on hand. It takes about 20-30 min for the effects to kick in, starting with a numbing sensation around your mouth. Good advice to experience kava as pleasantly as possible is to go with an experienced drinker and follow their lead, take the small shells, and stop after an hour and a half. It's quite easy to find a local kava drinking buddy, just ask around your hotel and you'll find volunteers, maybe at the cost of a shell or two. The kava served in local nakamals can be less than hygienic. Traditionally, the roots are prepared by chewing and spitting out into a pot, although these days mechanical grinders are more common. The water kava is mixed with can be suspect, and some unscrupulous kava bars mix in yesterday's leftovers. Nakamals/kava bars are normally quiet, dark places with very dim or no lighting at all. Conversation should be kept no louder than a whisper and cameras, especially flash photography, is banned. In [[Port Vila]], though, you can find more touristy bars that may even serve alcohol on the side; mixing the two, though, is highly unadvisable. === Alcohol === [[File:Tusker Premium Vanuatu.jpg|thumb|160px|Tusker, ''bia blong yumi'']] Alcoholic beverages are also widely available. Resorts, bars and restaurants serving tourists serve a wide range of drinks. The local beer is Tusker. Take-away alcohol sales are prohibited on Sundays. ==Sleep== [[Port Vila]] has a good choice of accommodation in all price brackets. [[Tanna]] and [[Santo]] have a few hotels and resorts catering to tourists. Elsewhere you will largely be limited to basic guesthouses. ===Budget=== [[File:Room at Hotel Nemo (23789614455).jpg|thumb|One-star luxury awaits at the Motel Nemo, [[Luganville]]]] When visiting other islands or villages outside of the cities, there are many small guest houses that charge around 2000 VT per night and offer full service (meals, laundry, etc.) Many of the motels in Port-Vila and Luganville also fall into the budget category, with prices around 2000 VT per night. ===Mid-range=== [[File:WARWICK Hotel - Swiming pool - panoramio (4).jpg|thumb|Warwick Le Lagon, Vanuatu's largest hotel, in [[Port Vila]]]] Port Vila has a number of Western branded holiday resorts with rooms in the A$200-400 range. Good deals may be available if booked as a package tour or traveling in the off season. ===Splurge=== Many resorts and villas around Port Vila cater to the honeymoon set and charge accordingly, with A$1000+ per night in high season quite common. Many are adults only. ==Work== Many people from overseas work in Vanuatu, either running their own businesses or employed by others. Generally speaking, work permits are only available for positions where there are not enough ni-Vanuatu to meet demand. ==Stay safe== [[File:Espiritu Santo Police (28660900103).jpg|thumb|Police on Espiritu Santo]] Vanuatu is, on the whole, a safe and friendly environment. You are unlikely to encounter any trouble unless you do something extremely provocative, though crime rates are said to be increasing, particularly in Port Vila at night. Take the same precautions you would anywhere else. There are no seriously venomous snakes, spiders, or insects on Vanuatu. However, there are various poisonous aquatic animals that you should beware of if you are swimming, snorkeling, or diving in the area. The most dangerous of these is the stonefish. Saltwater crocodiles may remain on the eastern coast of Vanua Lava, but the likelihood of an attack is minimal. ===Natural disasters=== Vanuatu is frequently struck by [[cyclones]]. The cyclone season runs from November to April, but out-of-season cyclones are not uncommon. Vanuatu is on the Ring of Fire, so [[earthquakes]] are common, with the most recent one in December 2024 causing major damage to the capital Port Vila. Major hotels are built to earthquake-resistant standards, smaller ones may not be. Many islands, notably [[Ambrym]] and [[Tanna]], also have active volcanoes, although those on [[Efate]] are all dormant. ==Stay healthy== It is advisable to be immunised against Hepatitis A and B and typhoid fever before visiting Vanuatu. '''[[Malaria]]''' is endemic within some areas of Vanuatu, but not [[Port-Vila]]. If you are venturing outside the resort areas, check with your doctor before you travel. Malaria may not be endemic but you may come in contact with mosquito carriers and visitors from outer islands who have malaria - particularly in the wet season and at the hospital. Dengue fever is also mosquito vectored in Port-Vila and elsewhere particularly in the wet season. Be familiar with the symptoms as there is no cure all for dengue and malaria symptoms are intermittently leading to misdiagnosis. Many local clinics in the outer islands can test you for malaria. Malaria preventative drugs have side effects which can cause problems in the sun, scuba diving, general stability and digestion. '''[[Tap water]]''' in Port-Vila is clean and potable, but is best avoided elsewhere. Bottled water is not available outside the main cities. Fizzy drinks but not beer may be available outside the main cities. Giardiasis after using local water is rare. Tourism, cattle raising, and the rapidly rising population are placing stress on municipal water supplies. Doctors used to treating common travel ailments are available in [[Port-Vila]] and [[Luganville]]. Any more serious problems may require some form of medical evacuation. Be careful of any small cuts, scratches, or other sores you receive while travelling in Vanuatu. As in most tropical areas, small sores can easily become infected if you don't practice proper hygiene. Most of these things require common sense. Protect the wound with a sterile dressing and keep it dry. Asthmatics beware: in the dry season, it is common to burn agricultural waste and rubbish, casting a '''smoky pall''' over the islands. ==Respect== [[File:2nd November, Day of Dead - Port Vila Cimetery - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Day of the Dead at Port Vila cemetery]] Throughout Vanuatu, and especially outside of Port-Vila in the villages, life is strongly influenced by "kastom", a set of traditional customs and taboos that apply to all kinds of matters. Be aware of this, and respect locals' requests with regard to "kastom". When visiting villages, women should dress modestly, wearing clothes that cover the shoulders and knees. Christianity is very strong. It is common to invite and welcome visitors to attend local church services on a Sunday. Revealing and sexy clothing (especially wearing beachwear in the capital) is not advisable, as over 100 years of missionary work has had its effect on the perception of what is considered as respectable attire in the islands. Regardless, it's considered disrespectful to the local people and can be interpreted by some indigenous inhabitants as an invitation for sex. As Vanuatu is not a fashion conscious place no-one will notice or care if you were wearing the latest trends or not. You are best off bringing a practical tropical wardrobe such as light cotton summer clothes that are easy to hand wash, a pullover and a lightweight waterproof wind jacket. If planning to go to the outer islands, bring a good torch (flashlight) with spare batteries, lightweight, walking shoes, sandals or good thongs (flip-flops or crocs) for wet weather and old clothes. When exploring the outer islands take all the older clothes you can carry, wear them and give them away to the islanders when you are finished wearing them. You and your children will be aptly rewarded in other ways. Instead of dumping your worn clothes in a charity collection bin at your local shopping centre, your children will interact with the very people who would be the recipients of those clothes (most Ni-Vanuatu people buy these second-hand clothes from shops in Port-Vila). Sharing and giving is a natural course of daily life in Vanuatu. The T-shirt you give to one person will be worn by all his friends as well. Three T-shirts on top of each other will be their winter outfit. You will provide them things that are hard for them to obtain, save them the expense of buying clothes (basic wages are quite low in Vanuatu) and you will depart with priceless memories, plus have more in your luggage for purchased local arts and crafts. '''Communicating with Ni-Vanuatu people''': *In Vanuatu, the display of anger, displeasure or irritability at a person or situation will reduce the recipient to a stony silence with a lack of co-operation or empathy to your point of view. Please be patient as it is a waste of time complaining. It will have no bearing on the outcome. And if you are verbally abusive, you will generate one of three responses: smiling, subdued laughter, or a fist in your face. *Don't ask a question with the answer built into it. Locals will always agree in order not to contradict you. "Is this the road to X?" will generate a Yes. Try: "Where is the road to X..?", and you might get a different answer. *Direct eye contact or raised voice level contact may be interpreted as intimidation. A local person's voice level combined with body language may be directly opposite to Europeans. He or she may nod agreement with everything you say in order not to offend you but may not have understood a word you have said. *If you're in a bus and people on the footpath are turning their backs to you, don't be offended: they're simply letting the driver know that they don't require him to stop. There are few bus stops in Vanuatu, and those that exist don't get much use. *If you see men or women holding hands, it's not what you may think. Men hold hands with other men, or women with women, because there is no sexual connotation attached to it. However, you will very rarely see a man holding a woman's hand in public because this would be considered as a public exhibition of sexual relations. ===Photography=== The Vanuatu people are a delight to photograph, friendly, co-operative and photogenic especially the children who are simply gorgeous. Yes, they love to be photographed but do not offer to pay to photograph local people as this will quickly discourage spontaneity and encourage commercialisation. Always ask before taking photos of local people. In some cases, some people may be reluctant to be photographed for reasons that you may never know. It is prudent to enquire as to the fee for photographing cultural festivities as they are sometimes very high. The reasoning behind this is they put on the show, people take photos and make money selling these photos of their show, so they want to be paid accordingly. Shooting an exploding volcano at night calls for at least 800 as a setting and a tripod is essential for good images. ==Connect== [[File:Nanda Blue Hole Santo (29282050925).jpg|thumb|Nanda Blue Hole on Santo]] ===Telephone=== The international country code for Vanuatu is +678. To dial overseas from within Vanuatu dial 00 followed by the relevant country code and phone number. Emergency phone numbers: Ambulance (22-100); Fire (22-333); and Police (22-222). Vanuatu has GSM mobile coverage in [[Port-Vila]] and most GSM mobile phones roam seamlessly. You can buy special visitor SIM cards from [http://www.tvl.vu/ TVI], which offer considerable discounts over roaming charges. Available at any post office. International roaming from New Zealand and Australia is available. Telecom Vanuatu has a package called ‘Smile Visitor' which consists of a sim card with a pre-purchased credit. This can be purchased at the Vanuatu Telecom Office in town. Telephone: +678 081111. Email: info@smile.com.vu Digicel is giving Telecom some overdue competition. Digicel offer a range of packages, and are widely available. === Radio and television === Many international radio stations such as Radio Australia, BBC World Service, Radio France International and China Radio International can be heard on FM radio in Port-Vila and in some other locations. The national broadcaster, Radio Vanuatu is mostly broadcast in Bislama, but sometimes is in English and French. It is also available on AM and SW. Distant AM broadcasts from Australia, New Caledonia and Fiji may also be heard. Local and international TV broadcasts are available, but the national broadcaster 'Television Blong Vanuatu' is the only free-to air option. Other broadcasts can be found on Telsat's Digital Pay TV service or via satellite. ===Internet=== Internet cafes can be found in Luganville & Port-Vila. You may also find that some post offices will also provide some kind of Internet facilities, and can be found on the main streets in Port-Vila and Luganville as well as on Espiritu Santo. ===Postal services=== Postal services to mainland Europe can take up to 7 days. You can send letters and postcards from mailboxes in the streets, however the incoming postal service can be patchy, especially for parcels, so don't rely on people sending you things while you're staying in Vanuatu. ==Cope== ===Electricity=== [[File:Australian electric outlet type.png|thumb]] Vanuatu has 230V/50 Hz electricity with the same type I plug (angled live/neutral pins with a straight earth) as Australia. Only about 30% of the country is wired to reliable mains power. Off-grid solar power is increasingly common. {{outlinecountry}} {{geo|-16.70|168.40|zoom=7}} {{IsPartOf|Melanesia}} 0ymmwvcsjjhpdicxrb5qv9uwrdjat1k 0 38994 5328576 5268218 2026-08-15T01:28:17Z ~2026-44768-99 2437550 /* Provinces */ 5328576 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Western Visayas Boracay sunset.jpg}} '''Western Visayas''' (Region VI) is an administrative region in the [[Visayas]] island group in the [[Philippines]]. It includes the island of [[Panay Island|Panay]] and some smaller islands near it and also the small island province of [[Guimaras]]. The world-famous beach island of [[Boracay]] is just off the northern tip of Panay. Wikivoyage divides the Visayas up without using the administrative regions; see the [[Visayas#Regions|Visayas]] article for details. ==Pekpek== {{mapframe}} Four of the provinces in the region are mainly on Panay Island: * [[Aklan]], includes the beach resort island, [[Boracay]] * [[Antique]] * [[Capiz]] * [[Iloilo (province)|Iloilo]], with Panay's most populous city, [[Iloilo City]] One province has an island to itself: * [[Guimaras]] is a small island in the strait between Panay and Negros. In the Philippine government's administrative system, the Western Visayas is Region VI. At one time that region also included [[Palawan]] further west, but now they treat it as part of the [[Mimaropa]] region, administratively under [[Luzon]]. Wikivoyage treats Palawan as a separate region. ==Cities== * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Iloilo City]]|wikidata=Q459787}} - Provincial capital of Iloilo, home of the famous Dinagyang Festival. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Jordan (Philippines)]]|wikidata=Q313802}} - Provincial capital of Guimaras. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kalibo]]|wikidata=Q626721}} - Provincial capital of Aklan, gateway to the world famous [[Boracay]]. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Jose de Buenavista]]|wikidata=Q492619}} - Provincial capital of Antique * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Roxas City]]|wikidata=Q2209}} - Provincial capital of Capiz. ==Other destinations== * {{marker|name=[[Boracay]]|wikidata=Q855235}} - a highly developed and very popular beach resort area ==Understand== ==Talk== There are different local languages in the provinces of the region, all related but not mutually intelligible. Guimaras and Iloilo have [[Hiligaynon phrasebook|Hiligaynon]], Aklan has [[Aklanon phrasebook|Akeanon]], Capiz [[Capiznon phrasebook|Capiznon]], and Antique has [[Kinaray-a phrasebook|Kinaray-a]]. Both [[Filipino phrasebook|Tagalog]] (main language of [[Luzon]] to the north, and an official language for the whole country) and [[Cebuano phrasebook|Cebuano]] (main language of various areas to the south and east) are also moderately commonly spoken, though neither is native to this region. Foreign residents in this region sometimes prefer to learn one of them, rather than a local language, because they are more widely useful. English spoken well by most of the middle and elite class, and less well by many others. ==Get in== [[Iloilo City]] is [[Panay]]'s largest city and main transport hub. It has an airport with many domestic flights and some international flights. Ferries connect to nearby Guimaras and [[Bacolod]], and to more distant places such as [[Palawan]] and [[Manila]]. [[Kalibo]] airport gets many international charter flights full of Boracay-bound tourists. There are also scheduled flights from Manila, [[Mactan-Cebu International Airport|Cebu]] and some international destinations. ==Get around== ==See== * ''Miag-ao Church'' which is a [[UNESCO World Heritage Site]] in Iloilo ==Do== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Stay safe== ==Go next== {{geo|10.5833|122.5833|zoom=8}} {{IsPartOf|Visayas}} {{extraregion}} 2xdu857huzf7s82202hj22mksxlmzy7 5328584 5328576 2026-08-15T05:06:13Z LPfi 79572 Undid revision [[Special:Diff/5328576|5328576]] by [[Special:Contributions/~2026-44768-99|~2026-44768-99]] ([[User talk:~2026-44768-99|talk]]): test 5328584 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV banner Western Visayas Boracay sunset.jpg}} '''Western Visayas''' (Region VI) is an administrative region in the [[Visayas]] island group in the [[Philippines]]. It includes the island of [[Panay Island|Panay]] and some smaller islands near it and also the small island province of [[Guimaras]]. The world-famous beach island of [[Boracay]] is just off the northern tip of Panay. Wikivoyage divides the Visayas up without using the administrative regions; see the [[Visayas#Regions|Visayas]] article for details. ==Provinces== {{mapframe}} [[Image:Western Visayas in Philippines.svg|thumb|300px|Map of the Philippines showing the location of '''Western Visayas Region'''.]] Four of the provinces in the region are mainly on Panay Island: * [[Aklan]], includes the beach resort island, [[Boracay]] * [[Antique]] * [[Capiz]] * [[Iloilo (province)|Iloilo]], with Panay's most populous city, [[Iloilo City]] One province has an island to itself: * [[Guimaras]] is a small island in the strait between Panay and Negros. In the Philippine government's administrative system, the Western Visayas is Region VI. At one time that region also included [[Palawan]] further west, but now they treat it as part of the [[Mimaropa]] region, administratively under [[Luzon]]. Wikivoyage treats Palawan as a separate region. ==Cities== * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Iloilo City]]|wikidata=Q459787}} - Provincial capital of Iloilo, home of the famous Dinagyang Festival. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Jordan (Philippines)]]|wikidata=Q313802}} - Provincial capital of Guimaras. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Kalibo]]|wikidata=Q626721}} - Provincial capital of Aklan, gateway to the world famous [[Boracay]]. * {{marker|type=city|name=[[San Jose de Buenavista]]|wikidata=Q492619}} - Provincial capital of Antique * {{marker|type=city|name=[[Roxas City]]|wikidata=Q2209}} - Provincial capital of Capiz. ==Other destinations== * {{marker|name=[[Boracay]]|wikidata=Q855235}} - a highly developed and very popular beach resort area ==Understand== ==Talk== There are different local languages in the provinces of the region, all related but not mutually intelligible. Guimaras and Iloilo have [[Hiligaynon phrasebook|Hiligaynon]], Aklan has [[Aklanon phrasebook|Akeanon]], Capiz [[Capiznon phrasebook|Capiznon]], and Antique has [[Kinaray-a phrasebook|Kinaray-a]]. Both [[Filipino phrasebook|Tagalog]] (main language of [[Luzon]] to the north, and an official language for the whole country) and [[Cebuano phrasebook|Cebuano]] (main language of various areas to the south and east) are also moderately commonly spoken, though neither is native to this region. Foreign residents in this region sometimes prefer to learn one of them, rather than a local language, because they are more widely useful. English spoken well by most of the middle and elite class, and less well by many others. ==Get in== [[Iloilo City]] is [[Panay]]'s largest city and main transport hub. It has an airport with many domestic flights and some international flights. Ferries connect to nearby Guimaras and [[Bacolod]], and to more distant places such as [[Palawan]] and [[Manila]]. [[Kalibo]] airport gets many international charter flights full of Boracay-bound tourists. There are also scheduled flights from Manila, [[Mactan-Cebu International Airport|Cebu]] and some international destinations. ==Get around== ==See== * ''Miag-ao Church'' which is a [[UNESCO World Heritage Site]] in Iloilo ==Do== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Stay safe== ==Go next== {{geo|10.5833|122.5833|zoom=8}} {{IsPartOf|Visayas}} {{extraregion}} 91c30orq1mdecync7n74c0nd9uk5pd2 0 39475 5328757 4876355 2026-08-15T11:40:07Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Destinations */ Added a Map 5328757 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Skiausbanner1.JPG}} [[File:Mt Hotham from the summit 2007.jpg|250px|thumbnail|Mount Hotham, Victoria|alt=]] [[Australia]] has a surprisingly large winter sports industry. Although the season is short compared to resorts in the Northern Hemisphere, Australians take full advantage of what they have, and they extend their winter sports season with snow machines. Interestingly, the Australian Alps receive more snow than Switzerland. == Understand == In New South Wales and Victoria the ski season traditionally begins on the '''Queen's birthday long weekend''' (the second Monday in June is a public holiday). The beginning of the ski season is more often marked by a celebratory drink than an early morning run down fresh powder. The most reliable snowfalls are in July and August. If you had to pick one week of the year, the second week in August would have to be the choice with the best chance of good alpine skiing. In good seasons there will be some lifts open in June, September and sometimes early October. ==Destinations== The major ski fields are found in [[New South Wales]], [[Tasmania]], and [[Victoria (state)|Victoria]], particularly in the [[Australian Alps]]. ===New South Wales=== The largest and highest alpine skiing resorts, usually having the most reliable snowfalls, are found in the mountainous southeast of [[New South Wales]]. [[Snowy Mountains]] including: * [[Thredbo]] is an alpine village and a ski resort. It's an extensive resort with the highest and longest runs. * [[Charlotte Pass]] is snowbound in winter. Access by over snow from [[Perisher]], a smaller resort, with fewer crowds and few day trippers. * [[Perisher]], including Perisher Valley and Guthega, is Australia's largest ski resort and has 50 lifts. It is easy to access with the ski-tube running from below the snow line. * Selwyn Snowfields, in the northern part of [[Kosciuszko National Park]], is good for beginner skiing in a scenic setting. ===Tasmania=== Tasmania is further south and has more extensive snows during the winter, which make for some winter hiking and cross-country skiing opportunities, but alpine skiing is more limited, with a shorter season and ski smaller ski resorts that are harder to access. * [[Ben Lomond National Park]] * [[Mount Field National Park]] ===Victoria=== [[Victoria (state)|Victoria]] has extensive ski fields along the ranges. * [[Mount Buller]] * [[Mount Baw Baw]] * [[Mount Buffalo]] * [[Mount Hotham]] * [[Falls Creek]] {{mapframe|-35.5|147.0|zoom=5}} == See also == * [[Skiing in Lebanon]] * [[Winter in North America]] * [[Winter in the Nordic countries]] * [[Winter sports in Austria]] * [[Winter sports in Switzerland]] {{PartOfTopic|Winter sports|Australia}} {{outlinetopic}} dbkwinssgm0tkcck6uccurms20ynkvz 0 40097 5328518 5280350 2026-08-14T20:43:22Z Asamboi 692 /* By plane */ update 5328518 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Yonaguni Monument banner.jpg|dotm=yes}} [[Image:Irizaki_Lighthouses.JPG|thumb|240px|The lighthouses of Kubura and Irizaki]] '''Yonaguni''' ({{lang|ja|与那国}}) in the [[Yaeyama Islands]] is the westernmost point on an island of [[Japan]]. ==Understand== [[Image:Map-yonaguni.png|thumb|381px|Map of Yonaguni Island]] Also known as '''Dunan''' ({{lang|ja|どぅなん}}) in the local language, Yonaguni is a small island (28&nbsp;km²) {{km|107.4}} from [[Taiwan]] at their closest points and {{km|127}} from [[Ishigaki]]. The main population centers are '''Sonai''' ({{lang|ja|祖内}}) on the north coast, the smaller port town of '''Kubura''' ({{lang|ja|久部良}}) on the west coast, and tiny '''Hikawa''' ({{lang|ja|比川}}) in the south. The total population is about 1700. Unlike many remote Japanese islands, Yonaguni's population is growing, boosted by a Japanese military base established in 2015 to keep a wary eye on China. Although it lacks the resorts of the larger Yaeyama islands and its few visitors are mostly divers coming to witness the island's '''mysterious sunken "ruins"''' and '''hammerhead sharks''', the island has beautiful yet uncrowded beaches, cultural attractions, and various mysteries of history. ===Tourist information=== The local tourist association has a [https://welcome-yonaguni.jp/ Japanese-only guide site] with integrated Google Translate. ==Talk== Yonaguni is famous for its local language, brewed in isolation for centuries, which even those from mainland [[Okinawa]] find utterly incomprehensible. Pronunciation can be a bit easier than that of the neighboring Miyako islands, though, as the central vowels and word-final consonants are absent here. Language buffs can pick up Nae Ikema's Japanese-Yonaguni dictionary ''Yonaguni-go Jiten'' ({{lang|ja|与那国語辞典}}) at the airport shop. The only words the casual visitor is likely to run into though are ''waːriː'' ({{lang|ja|ワーリー}}) and ''fugarassa'' ({{lang|ja|フガラッサ}}), Yonaguni for "welcome" and "thank you", respectively, as standard Japanese is spoken by practically everybody (the locals are bilingual), and Chinese is understood by some as Taiwanese TV and radio can be picked up on the island. {{See also|Yonaguni phrasebook}} ==Get in== {{infobox|The Wild, Wild West|After the end of World War II, Yonaguni's tiny fishing port of Kubura became a hub of black marketeers shipping goods (mostly stolen) from Japan to Taiwan in exchange for food and other scarce commodities. At the boom's peak the island's population had swelled to 20,000, including 38 bars and 200 hostesses. Alas, with the post-war normalization of economic conditions the black market vanished and Yonaguni returned to its quiet ways.}} Yonaguni is among the remotest inhabited spots of Japan and getting there is inconvenient and expensive. Flights and ferries may be cancelled at short notice if the weather is bad, particularly around the fall typhoon season, so allow some buffer in your plans. (Oddly, despite the island's close proximity to Taiwan, as of 2024 there are ''no'' flights or even cruises between the two. There are plans to start fast-boat service between [[Suao]] or [[Hualien]] and Yonaguni, though.) ===By plane=== * {{go | name=Yonaguni Airport | alt={{IATA|OGN}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.4675 | long=122.979722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q708517 | content=There are 1-2 flights daily from [[Ishigaki]] (30 min) and [[Naha]] (1 hour) on JAL subsidiary Ryukyu Air Commuter, which can be booked the [http://www.jal.co.jp/en/ JAL website]. The airport has fielded direct flights to Taiwan in the past, but as of 2026 there are none scheduled and you'll need to detour via Ishigaki. }} ===By boat=== * {{go | name=Fukuyama Kaiun | alt={{lang|ja|福山海運}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2555 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-04-20 | content=Runs boats from [[Ishigaki]] on Tuesdays and Fridays (departing at 10:00), with return trips on Wednesdays and Saturdays (at 10:00, can change depending on the season). The ship docks at Kubura port on the western end of Yonaguni. The trip takes four hours on a good day and costs {{JPY|3500}} one-way, or about {{JPY|6500}} round-trip. Most of the journey is across the open sea and people prone to seasickness may wish to steer clear, though it's a large ship and relatively stable. A cargo boat also offers an irregular (unscheduled) service to [[Naha]]. }} ==Get around== There are 9 buses per day between Sonai and Kubura, 3 of which continue on to make a full circuit of the island of the west half of the island, but there is no public transport on the eastern side. Somewhat incredibly, '''all buses are free'''. 2 taxis are also available, and a circuit of the island by car takes about an hour. There are at least 4 or 5 different rent-a-car places, including [https://yonaguni-okinawa.com/rentacar/ SSK] right in front of the airport (from {{JPY|5000}} for a full day), and motorbikes and bicycles are also readily available. More or less all diving shops and lodgings offer free transfers to and from the airport or ferry pier if you book ahead. ==See== ===Capes, cliffs and beaches=== [[Image:Irizaki WestmostPoint.jpg|thumb|240px|Marker for the westernmost point in Japan, Cape Irizaki]] * {{see | name=Cape Irizaki | alt={{lang|ja|西崎}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.449444 | long=122.933611 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5034876 | content=Yonaguni's main aboveground sight of any interest is the '''marker for the westernmost point of Japan''' ({{lang|ja|日本最西端の碑}}) at the westernmost tip of the island, about a kilometer from Kubura (15 minutes on foot). Despite the marker being located on the island, the official westernmost point of Japan and the closest point to Taiwan is '''Tuishi''' ({{lang|ja|トゥイシ}}), a rocky reef about 120 m northwest of the shoreline that remains barely above sea level at high tide. It's 107.3 km from there to swim directly across to Wuyanjiao ({{lang|zh-tw|烏岩角}}) in [[Suao]], [[Taiwan]]. }} * {{see | name=Cape Agarizaki | alt={{lang|ja|東崎}} | url= | email= | address=at the east tip of the island | lat=24.461667 | long=123.043333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11526783 | content=The ''kanji'' mean East Cape, but the reading of the name refers to the rising sun. You can observe it from a cliff. On a clear day, if you're lucky, you can see the coast of [[Iriomote]]. Also a grazing area, many Yonaguni horses can be found here. }} * {{see | name=Kuburabari | alt={{lang|ja|久部良バリ}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.455553 | long=122.941712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Kubura-bari Sunset Viewing Point.jpg | content=This cliff near the northern side of Kubura's port offers views of the '''last sunset in Japan''', and on a good day it is possible to see the shadow cast by [[Taiwan]] in front of the setting sun from here. This is also the site where, in the rough period when residents of the island were forced to pay an alarmingly expensive head tax after the Ryukyu Kingdom was conquered by the Satsuma clan from the Japanese mainland, pregnant women were sometimes made to jump to their death to avoid an increase in population. }} * {{see|name=Ubudumaihama|alt={{lang|ja|ウブドゥマイ浜}}|content=From the cliffs here, there's an impressive view of much of Yonaguni's beautiful northern coastline.}} * {{see|name=Hikawa Beach|alt={{lang|ja|比川浜}} ''Hikawahama''|address=the southern shore of the island in Hikawa|content=Shaped like a crescent, it is the island's largest beach. Suitable for swimming. Very quiet, little-to-no waves because of a coral reef.}} ===Rock formations=== * {{see|name=Kuburadake|alt={{lang|ja|久部良岳}}|content=Kuburadake is a Natural Conservation District in the west of Yonaguni, about {{m|188}} above sealevel. It is valuable because it contains a Chinquapin mountain forest and a lowlands forest, home to such natural monuments as the colorful Emerald Dove ({{lang|ja|リュウキュウキンバト}}), Japanese Wood Pidgeon ({{lang|ja|ヨナグニカラスバト}}), Ryukyu Robin ({{lang|ja|ウスアカヒゲ}}), and others. From about halfway up the mountain to the summit, the trees are mostly date palms. Lower than halfway, you can find Javanese bishopwood trees ({{lang|ja|アカギ}}) and other diverse plants which the Atlas moth eats.}} * {{see | name=Tindabana | alt={{lang|ja|ティンダバナ}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.4675 | long=122.998056 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18337414 | lastedit=2015-12-17 | content=Tindabana is a natural rock formation with a nice view. About {{m|70}} tall. From Tindabana, you can see the entire village of Sonai, and Nandahama. According to tradition, the great empress of Yonaguni, Sanai Isoba, resided here. }} * {{see | name=Jinmen-iwa | alt={{lang|ja|人面岩}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.442927 | long=123.013898 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jinmen-iwa 人面岩.jpg | lastedit=2019-07-05 | content=Jinmen-iwa is a big rock in the forest that resembles a human face. Requires 12-20 minute hike up the hill by a forest trail. No parking, nearest parking is at Tatigami-iwa. }} The following rock formations are best viewed by boat. * {{see | name=Gunkan-iwa | alt={{lang|ja|軍艦岩}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.45398 | long=123.03433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Gunkan-iwa Sanninudai Yonaguni.jpg | content=The "Battleship Rock", about {{km|2}} south of Agarizaki, is a series of peculiarly-shaped reef rock formations. Supposedly, the main rock bears a close resemblance to the shape of a battleship, and that's how it got its name. It can be observed from Sanninudai. }} * {{see | name=Sanninudai | alt={{lang|ja|サンニヌ台}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.453317 | long=123.033122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Step-like rock formations at Sanninudai.jpg | wikidata=Q65506085 | content=Believed by some to be an above-water portion of the mysterious undersea ruins (different from the Yonaguni Monument) because it is shaped almost like a sort of stairway. The strangely-shaped rocks of Gunkaniwa can be easily seen from here. Also, there's a rock here with some writing on it which is mysterious. It bears little resemblance to ''kaida-dii'', the island's indigenous writing system, and some have even suggested that it is Phoenecian. }} * {{see | name=Tatigamiiwa | alt={{lang|ja|立神岩、タティガミイワ}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.44789 | long=123.02616 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Tachigami-iwa from Nearest Viewing Site.jpg | content=The "Standing God Rock", at the southeast tip of the island, is also noted for the underwater ruins nearby (see [[#Do|Do]], some with what appears to be indigenous writing. Also, it's considered a spiritual site for followers of Yonaguni's indigenous traditional religion. }} ===Culture=== * {{see|name=Tunguta|alt={{lang|ja|トゥングタ}}|content=Tunguta is a rice field in the middle of the island, of historical interest. In the period when a head tax was enforced by the Shimazu clan of modern-day Kagoshima prefecture against the people of the southern islands, causing much pain and suffering, all the inhabitants of the island were suddenly called to this ricefield. Those who did not get there by a certain time were slaughtered. This was one of a few horrific stories of population reduction which was carried out on Yonaguni by the order of the local elders.}} * {{see | name=Yonaguni Ethnographic Museum | alt=与那国民俗資料館 ''Yonaguni Minzoku Shiryōkan'' | url=https://welcome-yonaguni.jp/guide/2841/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 90-8292-2515 | tollfree= | hours=10:00-17:00, need reservation by phone | price= | content=This museum, at No. 49 in the Sonai area, is run by 100+ year-old "island auntie", Ikema Nae. There's a lot of information about the island's history, culture, and even language. If you want information about the island's indigenous writing system, ''kaida-dii'', this is probably the place to go. Their informational pamphlets can also be very enlightening, but they are only occasionally offered in English. The museum also sells the Dictionary of the Yonaguni Tongue ({{lang|ja|与那国語辞典}} ''Yonaguni kotoba jiten''), the only available dictionary of the local language (to and from Standard Japanese), also with a little bit of information about the native writing system. Incidentally, the dictionary is written by Ms Nae, and the entire museum is mostly the result of her work. If you have any questions, she's usually there and is very knowledgeable about the history, culture, language, and traditions of Yonaguni. }} * '''Bullfights''' ({{lang|ja|闘牛}}) ===Fauna=== The island's unique fauna are also of interest. * '''Yonaguni horse''' ({{lang|ja|ヨナグニウマ}} ''yonaguni-uma''). Bred in isolation on Yonaguni over hundreds of years, the Yonaguni horse is a very small breed, only about 10 hands high (100&nbsp;cm/3.5 feet). Nowadays, most are wild, in two free-ranging herds (about 108 horses total). They're generally very tame and gentle, thanks in large part to the kind treatment they receive from the islanders. You'll probably see at least one if you're on the island for very long. * '''Atlas moth''' ({{lang|ja|ヨナグニサン}} ''yonaguni-san''). The largest known species of moth in the world. Although it can be found in other parts of Asia (mostly in Taiwan, India, and Malaysia), the first specimen was collected in Yonaguni and they are abundant. **{{see | name=Atlas Moth Museum | alt={{lang|ja|アヤミハビル館}} ''ayamihabiru-kan'' | url=https://welcome-yonaguni.jp/guide/507/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=southeast of Sonai | phone=+81 980-87-2440 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Has live caterpillars in season as well as various displays of local insects and other critters. You won't be able to see the adult moths, though, as the cocoons are returned to the forests. ''ayamihabiru'' is the local name for Yonagunisan moth. }} * {{listing|name=Geographer Cone|alt={{lang|ja|アンボイナ}} ''amboina'' |wikidata=Q1780734| content=A very beautiful &mdash; but also very poisonous &mdash; seashell. See [[#Stay safe|here]] for more information on how to watch out for them.}} ==Do== '''Scuba diving''' is without a doubt the main draw for most visitors to Yonaguni. However, the island's location in the middle of the open sea without protective reefs means that waves can be high and currents can be strong, so most diving here is '''drift diving''' and many of the more interesting dive sites are only accessible to experienced divers. * {{do | name=Open Coast Travel | alt= | url=http://www.opencoastravel.com | email= | address=Los Angeles, CA | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1-310-433-6653 (USA number) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-11-30 | content=Open Coast Travel is the only US based travel agency specializing in guided scuba tours to Yonaguni for Western travelers. All bilingual guides have lived in Japan. }} * {{do | name=Yonaguni Diving Service | alt= | url=http://www.yonaguniyds.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +81 980-87-2658 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Kubura. The oldest and largest dive shop on the island, quite professionally run: they will cater to your experience level and will ''not'' head out to sites if the weather does not permit (in which case your money is refunded). Two boat dives start from {{JPY|12000}}, full gear rental for a day is {{JPY|6500}}. No credit cards accepted and only limited English spoken. Quite popular, so book ahead. }} * {{do | name=SOUWES Diving Service | alt= | url=http://www.yonaguni.jp/en/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +81 980-87-2311 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Yonaguni. The dive shop of Mr. Kihachiro Aratake. Mr. Kihachiro Aratake is a diving instructor who first discovered the underwater ruins. }} '''Snorkeling''' is possible in from some beaches, and can be quite good, though there may not be any spot ideal for beginners. The sheltered channel on the east side of the bridge at Sonai harbor is a relatively safe place to swim around and see some tropical fish, best accessed from a tiny beach near Urano Cemetery. There can be a significant current here during the changing tides, but there's nowhere for you to get pulled out to - you'll either end up at the boat ramp or back at the beach. The outer lagoon on the other side of the concrete reinforcements is even better, but you should be very careful of currents and high surf. Never swim in the ocean without first learning [https://scijinks.gov/rip-currents/ what to do if you get caught in a rip current]. ===Yonaguni Monument=== [[Image:Yonaguni Ruins Scuba.jpg|thumb|240px|Exploring the underwater ruins]] Yonaguni's unique attraction is the mysterious {{do | name="underwater ruins" | alt={{lang|ja|海底遺跡}} ''kaitei iseki'' | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Yonaguni Monument Terraces midpart NWW.jpg | wikidata=Q995511 | content=Dryly but diplomatically referred to by the government as the "Underwater Landscape Resources" - which lie off the southern coast of the island }}. A single platform {{convert|100| by |50|meter}} wide and up to {{m|25}} tall, seeming carved out of solid rock at perfectly right angles and dated by some to be 8000 years old, the technology required to build them here doesn't seem to match any known timeline of human history. Some maintain that they are the product of the lost '''Continent of Mu''' or even '''alien artifacts''', though the majority of scientists think they were created by natural geological processes. But the (apparent) hallways and staircases, as well as what appear to be regular rows of holes dug for moving rock and even what some take to be a form of writing on the walls, keep visitors intrigued. Seeing the ruins, however, takes some time, effort and skill: the area is notorious for its '''currents''' and not suitable for beginning divers, although several diving shops run one-day crash courses that culminate in a guided tour of the ruins. For those with the requisite skills (PADI AOWD or more), a day's diving starts at {{JPY|12000}}. The ruins, some 20 minutes by boat from Kubura, are usually only accessible when they are on the leeward side of a north wind ''and'' the currents are not too strong, so you'll also need some luck just to get here. Wind conditions permitting, [https://www.yonaguni.jp/en01/ SOUWES diving service] (ソーウェス) can also arrange glass-bottomed boats to make the trip for {{JPY|5000}}/head if there are five or more passengers (or you can charter the whole boat yourself). Don't expect to see very much when the weather is bad, as the ruins are at a depth of {{convert|5| to |20|meter}}. The names of individual features are mostly made up by their original discoverers and researchers. They might not be scientifically correct, but no better names are available for reliable orientation. * {{listing | type=blue | name=Arch Gate | alt={{lang|ja|アーチ門}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.43625 | long=123.01036 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Arch.jpg | content= A passage {{convert|1|m|ft|sigfig=1|abbr=on}} in width and {{convert|2|m|ft|sigfig=1|abbr=on}} in height that looks like a tunnel. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Twin Megaliths | alt={{lang|ja|二枚岩}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.436283 | long=123.010533 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Twin Megaliths.jpg | content= Two huge stone slabs standing parallel to each other. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Main Terrace | alt={{lang|ja|メインテラス}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.436067 | long=123.010933 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Main Terrace.jpg | content= Relatively wide flat area with vertical wall. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Main Terrace Stairs | alt={{lang|ja|メインテラス階段}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.436117 | long=123.010933 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Main Terrace Stair.jpg | content= Formation that looks like giant stairs at the Main Terrace. There are some photos of these stairs on the internet, taken here from a specific angle, such that the stairs look like a pyramid going up high. In reality that is not the case. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Loop Road | alt={{lang|ja|ループ道路}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.4361 | long=123.011183 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Loop Road and Retaining Wall.jpg | content= A {{convert|5|m|abbr=on}} wide ledge that encircles the base of the formation on three sides. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Retaining Wall | alt={{lang|ja|石垣}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | content= A straight row of huge stones along the south (outer) edge of the "Loop Road". }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Water Trench | alt={{lang|ja|排水溝}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.4363 | long=123.0113 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Water Trench.jpg | content= A long narrow cavity with flat parallel walls that looks like a water trench. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Triangle Pool | alt={{lang|ja|三角プール}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.43635 | long=123.011283 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Triangle Pool from Glass Boat.jpg | content= A triangular depression with three large holes at its north edge. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Turtle Monument | alt={{lang|ja|亀のモニュメント}}| url= | email= | address= | lat=24.436417 | long=123.011733 | directions= | image=Turtleyonaguni.jpg | content= A low star-shaped platform. }} These objects are not part of the monument, but are relatively close to it: * {{listing | type=blue | name=Totem | alt={{lang|ja|トーテム}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | content= A stone column about {{convert|7|m|abbr=on}} tall, to the south of the monument. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Sun Stone | alt={{lang|ja|太陽石}}, Goshintai | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An isolated boulder was resting on a low platform to the east of the monument. That boulder has been washed away from the platform. }} ===Sharks=== In addition to the ruins, Yonaguni is also famous among Japanese divers for its '''hammerhead sharks''', which congregate around the island and can be spotted on most dives in the cooler winter season (December–February). Yonaguni is also pretty much the only spot in Japan where it is possible to spot the giant '''whale shark''', the largest of them all, although sightings are quite rare. ===Caverns=== Much of the southern coastline is dotted with caverns, caves and underwater rock formations, which make for spectacular but, again, slightly challenging diving. '''Daiyati''' and the '''Temple of Light''' are particularly well-known spots that bear more than slight resemblance to Swiss cheese. ===Other=== Other events of note on Yonaguni include: * {{do | name=Swordfish Fishing Competition | alt={{lang|ja|カジキ釣り大会}} Kajiki-tsuri taikai | url=http://welcome-yonaguni.jp/fishing/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Yearly in July. }} * {{do | name=Yonaguni Marathon | alt={{lang|ja|一周マラソン大会}} Isshu Marason Taikai | url=http://welcome-yonaguni.jp/marathon/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Every November. Despite the name, the race is either {{km|10}} or {{km|24}} (around the island), not a full marathon. }} ==Buy== The most popular Yonagunian souvenir by far is ''hanazake'' ({{lang|ja|花酒}}) liquor, see [[#Drink|Drink]] for details. * {{buy | name=Ōtomo Shoten | alt={{lang|ja|大朝商店}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of Kubura's two general-goods stores. Has a pretty good range of ''hanazake'' tucked away in the back. }} * {{buy | name=Yonaguni Kaien | alt={{lang|ja|与那国海塩}} | url=https://www.yonaguni-kaien.net/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=near the beach in Higawa | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=This store sells salt harvested from Kuroshio Current. The best stuff comes in big crystals several millimeters in size, and supposedly tastes somewhat ''sweet''. }} ==Eat== Most visitors opt to eat breakfast and dinner at their lodgings and lunch at their diving service, but there are a few small restaurants in Sonai and Kubura, as well as a small "supermarket" in Sonai. *''chōmei-sō'' ({{lang|ja|長命草}}) is a local grass reputed to extend longevity. May be topped on a bowl of noodles. ==Drink== Yonaguni is best known for '''hanazake''' ({{lang|ja|花酒}}), literally "flower sake", a drink nowhere near as dainty as you might expect from the name: it's the local 60° awamori and tradition demands drinking it straight, without even an ice cube to ease the pain. The best known brand is '''Donan''' ({{lang|ja|どなん}}) and the other labels brewed on the island are '''Yonaguni''' ({{lang|ja|与那国}}) and '''Maifuna''' ({{lang|ja|舞富名}}, ateji) meaning 'clever person' in the local dialect). You can visit the breweries of all three in Sonai, sample a little, and learn about brewing methods. It's fairly steeply priced though, as a {{ml|600}} bottle of the stuff will set you back over {{JPY|2000}}; and you need to add a few hundred yen if you want the traditional protective straw coat for your bottle. Cheaper and marginally less lethal 43° and 30° versions are also available. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Fiesta | alt={{lang|ja|フィエスタ}} | url=http://fiesta09.jimdo.com/ | email= | address=in Sonai | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +81 980-87-2339 | tollfree= | fax= | price=¥2500 for bunk or futon in dorm | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2019-04-20 | content=Probably the cheapest accommodation on the island. Dormitory rooms separated for men and women, with shower rooms and toilets outside the rooms but also separated between men and women. Its kitchen and laundry machine are available for public use ({{JPY|100}}) to use the laundry machine). Run by very friendly and gregarious woman from Osaka, this is the kind of place where you're immediately treated as a friend. }} * {{sleep | name=Komine Ryokan | alt={{lang|ja|こみね旅館}} | url= | email= | address=in Sonai | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2211 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Tabi-no-yado Kafuu | alt={{lang|ja|旅の宿かふう}} | url=https://yonaguni-kafuu.com/ | email= | address=in Sonai | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2419 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=¥5700 | lastedit=2016-01-02 | content=No bathrooms in the rooms, as it's a minshuku. You can take a bath between 16:00-20:00, although they'll usually let you take a bath outside of these times if you ask. Private rooms, nice meals also included. Washing machine costs {{JPY|100}}. No phones in rooms, but there's a green-phone (public telephone) in the lobby you can use. There is a danger of theft because there are no keys to the rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Minshuku Sakiharaso | alt={{lang|ja|民宿さきはら荘}} | url=http://www.sakiharasou.com/ | email= | address=in Sonai | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2976 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=¥5800 | lastedit=2016-01-02 | content=The interior is much better kept than the backpacker-style Kafuu but the food may or may not match up. Amenities include a large television and a small manga library; ideal for elderly visitors not used to roughing it. }} * {{sleep | name=Yoshimaru-sō | alt={{lang|ja|よしまる荘}} | url=https://yonaguniyds.com/yoshimaru/ | email= | address=Kubura | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2658 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Operated by Yonaguni Diving Service, this standard-issue minshuku offers shared lodging in Japanese-style rooms for {{JPY|5000}}/{{JPY|3500}} with/without meals, {{JPY|1000}} extra if you want your own room. Expect some noise in the evenings from boozing divers, but it's lights-out by 23:00. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Ailand Hotel Yonaguni | alt=アイランドホテル与那国 | url=http://www.ailand-resort.co.jp/yonaguni/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 98-941-2323 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content='''"Temporarily" closed from 2021.''' Pool, bath house, and restaurant. They also have wireless internet in the lobby only along with a computer for those that don't want to bring their laptop with them. Close to the airport. Very attentive staff make it very nice. Without meals it is {{JPY|15000}} per night. }} ==Stay safe== Okinawa's favorite bogeyman, the ''habu'' snake, is absent from Yonaguni. The main danger here is the ferocious '''currents''', particularly on the north coast, so check conditions before swimming. Other than that, the usual warnings apply not to touch any seas creatures (including beautiful cone shells), some of which have stings that can occasionally be fatal. ==Cope== There are no banks on Yonaguni, but you can withdraw money from the ATMs at the post offices in Sonai and Kubura. There are no convenience stores either. The supermarket in Sonai stays open until 20:00, and for dinner there is at least one izakaya in Sonai that stays open until 21:00 or 22:00. There are no public WiFi hotspots on Yonaguni yet, but your accommodation should have fast WiFi for guests. ==Go next== You're at the end of Japan now &mdash; unless you can score a seat to Taiwan on a private boat, the only way out is back where you came from. {{guideruralarea}} {{IsPartOf|Yaeyama Islands}} {{geo|24.455|122.989|zoom=13}} 06lzzr10ko7lmyqujqjl09ubzpubkbu 5328519 5328518 2026-08-14T20:46:45Z Asamboi 692 /* Buy */ +kaida-dii 5328519 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Yonaguni Monument banner.jpg|dotm=yes}} [[Image:Irizaki_Lighthouses.JPG|thumb|240px|The lighthouses of Kubura and Irizaki]] '''Yonaguni''' ({{lang|ja|与那国}}) in the [[Yaeyama Islands]] is the westernmost point on an island of [[Japan]]. ==Understand== [[Image:Map-yonaguni.png|thumb|381px|Map of Yonaguni Island]] Also known as '''Dunan''' ({{lang|ja|どぅなん}}) in the local language, Yonaguni is a small island (28&nbsp;km²) {{km|107.4}} from [[Taiwan]] at their closest points and {{km|127}} from [[Ishigaki]]. The main population centers are '''Sonai''' ({{lang|ja|祖内}}) on the north coast, the smaller port town of '''Kubura''' ({{lang|ja|久部良}}) on the west coast, and tiny '''Hikawa''' ({{lang|ja|比川}}) in the south. The total population is about 1700. Unlike many remote Japanese islands, Yonaguni's population is growing, boosted by a Japanese military base established in 2015 to keep a wary eye on China. Although it lacks the resorts of the larger Yaeyama islands and its few visitors are mostly divers coming to witness the island's '''mysterious sunken "ruins"''' and '''hammerhead sharks''', the island has beautiful yet uncrowded beaches, cultural attractions, and various mysteries of history. ===Tourist information=== The local tourist association has a [https://welcome-yonaguni.jp/ Japanese-only guide site] with integrated Google Translate. ==Talk== Yonaguni is famous for its local language, brewed in isolation for centuries, which even those from mainland [[Okinawa]] find utterly incomprehensible. Pronunciation can be a bit easier than that of the neighboring Miyako islands, though, as the central vowels and word-final consonants are absent here. Language buffs can pick up Nae Ikema's Japanese-Yonaguni dictionary ''Yonaguni-go Jiten'' ({{lang|ja|与那国語辞典}}) at the airport shop. The only words the casual visitor is likely to run into though are ''waːriː'' ({{lang|ja|ワーリー}}) and ''fugarassa'' ({{lang|ja|フガラッサ}}), Yonaguni for "welcome" and "thank you", respectively, as standard Japanese is spoken by practically everybody (the locals are bilingual), and Chinese is understood by some as Taiwanese TV and radio can be picked up on the island. {{See also|Yonaguni phrasebook}} ==Get in== {{infobox|The Wild, Wild West|After the end of World War II, Yonaguni's tiny fishing port of Kubura became a hub of black marketeers shipping goods (mostly stolen) from Japan to Taiwan in exchange for food and other scarce commodities. At the boom's peak the island's population had swelled to 20,000, including 38 bars and 200 hostesses. Alas, with the post-war normalization of economic conditions the black market vanished and Yonaguni returned to its quiet ways.}} Yonaguni is among the remotest inhabited spots of Japan and getting there is inconvenient and expensive. Flights and ferries may be cancelled at short notice if the weather is bad, particularly around the fall typhoon season, so allow some buffer in your plans. (Oddly, despite the island's close proximity to Taiwan, as of 2024 there are ''no'' flights or even cruises between the two. There are plans to start fast-boat service between [[Suao]] or [[Hualien]] and Yonaguni, though.) ===By plane=== * {{go | name=Yonaguni Airport | alt={{IATA|OGN}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.4675 | long=122.979722 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q708517 | content=There are 1-2 flights daily from [[Ishigaki]] (30 min) and [[Naha]] (1 hour) on JAL subsidiary Ryukyu Air Commuter, which can be booked the [http://www.jal.co.jp/en/ JAL website]. The airport has fielded direct flights to Taiwan in the past, but as of 2026 there are none scheduled and you'll need to detour via Ishigaki. }} ===By boat=== * {{go | name=Fukuyama Kaiun | alt={{lang|ja|福山海運}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2555 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-04-20 | content=Runs boats from [[Ishigaki]] on Tuesdays and Fridays (departing at 10:00), with return trips on Wednesdays and Saturdays (at 10:00, can change depending on the season). The ship docks at Kubura port on the western end of Yonaguni. The trip takes four hours on a good day and costs {{JPY|3500}} one-way, or about {{JPY|6500}} round-trip. Most of the journey is across the open sea and people prone to seasickness may wish to steer clear, though it's a large ship and relatively stable. A cargo boat also offers an irregular (unscheduled) service to [[Naha]]. }} ==Get around== There are 9 buses per day between Sonai and Kubura, 3 of which continue on to make a full circuit of the island of the west half of the island, but there is no public transport on the eastern side. Somewhat incredibly, '''all buses are free'''. 2 taxis are also available, and a circuit of the island by car takes about an hour. There are at least 4 or 5 different rent-a-car places, including [https://yonaguni-okinawa.com/rentacar/ SSK] right in front of the airport (from {{JPY|5000}} for a full day), and motorbikes and bicycles are also readily available. More or less all diving shops and lodgings offer free transfers to and from the airport or ferry pier if you book ahead. ==See== ===Capes, cliffs and beaches=== [[Image:Irizaki WestmostPoint.jpg|thumb|240px|Marker for the westernmost point in Japan, Cape Irizaki]] * {{see | name=Cape Irizaki | alt={{lang|ja|西崎}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.449444 | long=122.933611 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5034876 | content=Yonaguni's main aboveground sight of any interest is the '''marker for the westernmost point of Japan''' ({{lang|ja|日本最西端の碑}}) at the westernmost tip of the island, about a kilometer from Kubura (15 minutes on foot). Despite the marker being located on the island, the official westernmost point of Japan and the closest point to Taiwan is '''Tuishi''' ({{lang|ja|トゥイシ}}), a rocky reef about 120 m northwest of the shoreline that remains barely above sea level at high tide. It's 107.3 km from there to swim directly across to Wuyanjiao ({{lang|zh-tw|烏岩角}}) in [[Suao]], [[Taiwan]]. }} * {{see | name=Cape Agarizaki | alt={{lang|ja|東崎}} | url= | email= | address=at the east tip of the island | lat=24.461667 | long=123.043333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q11526783 | content=The ''kanji'' mean East Cape, but the reading of the name refers to the rising sun. You can observe it from a cliff. On a clear day, if you're lucky, you can see the coast of [[Iriomote]]. Also a grazing area, many Yonaguni horses can be found here. }} * {{see | name=Kuburabari | alt={{lang|ja|久部良バリ}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.455553 | long=122.941712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Kubura-bari Sunset Viewing Point.jpg | content=This cliff near the northern side of Kubura's port offers views of the '''last sunset in Japan''', and on a good day it is possible to see the shadow cast by [[Taiwan]] in front of the setting sun from here. This is also the site where, in the rough period when residents of the island were forced to pay an alarmingly expensive head tax after the Ryukyu Kingdom was conquered by the Satsuma clan from the Japanese mainland, pregnant women were sometimes made to jump to their death to avoid an increase in population. }} * {{see|name=Ubudumaihama|alt={{lang|ja|ウブドゥマイ浜}}|content=From the cliffs here, there's an impressive view of much of Yonaguni's beautiful northern coastline.}} * {{see|name=Hikawa Beach|alt={{lang|ja|比川浜}} ''Hikawahama''|address=the southern shore of the island in Hikawa|content=Shaped like a crescent, it is the island's largest beach. Suitable for swimming. Very quiet, little-to-no waves because of a coral reef.}} ===Rock formations=== * {{see|name=Kuburadake|alt={{lang|ja|久部良岳}}|content=Kuburadake is a Natural Conservation District in the west of Yonaguni, about {{m|188}} above sealevel. It is valuable because it contains a Chinquapin mountain forest and a lowlands forest, home to such natural monuments as the colorful Emerald Dove ({{lang|ja|リュウキュウキンバト}}), Japanese Wood Pidgeon ({{lang|ja|ヨナグニカラスバト}}), Ryukyu Robin ({{lang|ja|ウスアカヒゲ}}), and others. From about halfway up the mountain to the summit, the trees are mostly date palms. Lower than halfway, you can find Javanese bishopwood trees ({{lang|ja|アカギ}}) and other diverse plants which the Atlas moth eats.}} * {{see | name=Tindabana | alt={{lang|ja|ティンダバナ}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.4675 | long=122.998056 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18337414 | lastedit=2015-12-17 | content=Tindabana is a natural rock formation with a nice view. About {{m|70}} tall. From Tindabana, you can see the entire village of Sonai, and Nandahama. According to tradition, the great empress of Yonaguni, Sanai Isoba, resided here. }} * {{see | name=Jinmen-iwa | alt={{lang|ja|人面岩}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.442927 | long=123.013898 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jinmen-iwa 人面岩.jpg | lastedit=2019-07-05 | content=Jinmen-iwa is a big rock in the forest that resembles a human face. Requires 12-20 minute hike up the hill by a forest trail. No parking, nearest parking is at Tatigami-iwa. }} The following rock formations are best viewed by boat. * {{see | name=Gunkan-iwa | alt={{lang|ja|軍艦岩}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.45398 | long=123.03433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Gunkan-iwa Sanninudai Yonaguni.jpg | content=The "Battleship Rock", about {{km|2}} south of Agarizaki, is a series of peculiarly-shaped reef rock formations. Supposedly, the main rock bears a close resemblance to the shape of a battleship, and that's how it got its name. It can be observed from Sanninudai. }} * {{see | name=Sanninudai | alt={{lang|ja|サンニヌ台}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.453317 | long=123.033122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Step-like rock formations at Sanninudai.jpg | wikidata=Q65506085 | content=Believed by some to be an above-water portion of the mysterious undersea ruins (different from the Yonaguni Monument) because it is shaped almost like a sort of stairway. The strangely-shaped rocks of Gunkaniwa can be easily seen from here. Also, there's a rock here with some writing on it which is mysterious. It bears little resemblance to ''kaida-dii'', the island's indigenous writing system, and some have even suggested that it is Phoenecian. }} * {{see | name=Tatigamiiwa | alt={{lang|ja|立神岩、タティガミイワ}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.44789 | long=123.02616 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Tachigami-iwa from Nearest Viewing Site.jpg | content=The "Standing God Rock", at the southeast tip of the island, is also noted for the underwater ruins nearby (see [[#Do|Do]], some with what appears to be indigenous writing. Also, it's considered a spiritual site for followers of Yonaguni's indigenous traditional religion. }} ===Culture=== * {{see|name=Tunguta|alt={{lang|ja|トゥングタ}}|content=Tunguta is a rice field in the middle of the island, of historical interest. In the period when a head tax was enforced by the Shimazu clan of modern-day Kagoshima prefecture against the people of the southern islands, causing much pain and suffering, all the inhabitants of the island were suddenly called to this ricefield. Those who did not get there by a certain time were slaughtered. This was one of a few horrific stories of population reduction which was carried out on Yonaguni by the order of the local elders.}} * {{see | name=Yonaguni Ethnographic Museum | alt=与那国民俗資料館 ''Yonaguni Minzoku Shiryōkan'' | url=https://welcome-yonaguni.jp/guide/2841/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 90-8292-2515 | tollfree= | hours=10:00-17:00, need reservation by phone | price= | content=This museum, at No. 49 in the Sonai area, is run by 100+ year-old "island auntie", Ikema Nae. There's a lot of information about the island's history, culture, and even language. If you want information about the island's indigenous writing system, ''kaida-dii'', this is probably the place to go. Their informational pamphlets can also be very enlightening, but they are only occasionally offered in English. The museum also sells the Dictionary of the Yonaguni Tongue ({{lang|ja|与那国語辞典}} ''Yonaguni kotoba jiten''), the only available dictionary of the local language (to and from Standard Japanese), also with a little bit of information about the native writing system. Incidentally, the dictionary is written by Ms Nae, and the entire museum is mostly the result of her work. If you have any questions, she's usually there and is very knowledgeable about the history, culture, language, and traditions of Yonaguni. }} * '''Bullfights''' ({{lang|ja|闘牛}}) ===Fauna=== The island's unique fauna are also of interest. * '''Yonaguni horse''' ({{lang|ja|ヨナグニウマ}} ''yonaguni-uma''). Bred in isolation on Yonaguni over hundreds of years, the Yonaguni horse is a very small breed, only about 10 hands high (100&nbsp;cm/3.5 feet). Nowadays, most are wild, in two free-ranging herds (about 108 horses total). They're generally very tame and gentle, thanks in large part to the kind treatment they receive from the islanders. You'll probably see at least one if you're on the island for very long. * '''Atlas moth''' ({{lang|ja|ヨナグニサン}} ''yonaguni-san''). The largest known species of moth in the world. Although it can be found in other parts of Asia (mostly in Taiwan, India, and Malaysia), the first specimen was collected in Yonaguni and they are abundant. **{{see | name=Atlas Moth Museum | alt={{lang|ja|アヤミハビル館}} ''ayamihabiru-kan'' | url=https://welcome-yonaguni.jp/guide/507/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=southeast of Sonai | phone=+81 980-87-2440 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Has live caterpillars in season as well as various displays of local insects and other critters. You won't be able to see the adult moths, though, as the cocoons are returned to the forests. ''ayamihabiru'' is the local name for Yonagunisan moth. }} * {{listing|name=Geographer Cone|alt={{lang|ja|アンボイナ}} ''amboina'' |wikidata=Q1780734| content=A very beautiful &mdash; but also very poisonous &mdash; seashell. See [[#Stay safe|here]] for more information on how to watch out for them.}} ==Do== '''Scuba diving''' is without a doubt the main draw for most visitors to Yonaguni. However, the island's location in the middle of the open sea without protective reefs means that waves can be high and currents can be strong, so most diving here is '''drift diving''' and many of the more interesting dive sites are only accessible to experienced divers. * {{do | name=Open Coast Travel | alt= | url=http://www.opencoastravel.com | email= | address=Los Angeles, CA | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1-310-433-6653 (USA number) | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-11-30 | content=Open Coast Travel is the only US based travel agency specializing in guided scuba tours to Yonaguni for Western travelers. All bilingual guides have lived in Japan. }} * {{do | name=Yonaguni Diving Service | alt= | url=http://www.yonaguniyds.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +81 980-87-2658 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Kubura. The oldest and largest dive shop on the island, quite professionally run: they will cater to your experience level and will ''not'' head out to sites if the weather does not permit (in which case your money is refunded). Two boat dives start from {{JPY|12000}}, full gear rental for a day is {{JPY|6500}}. No credit cards accepted and only limited English spoken. Quite popular, so book ahead. }} * {{do | name=SOUWES Diving Service | alt= | url=http://www.yonaguni.jp/en/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +81 980-87-2311 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Yonaguni. The dive shop of Mr. Kihachiro Aratake. Mr. Kihachiro Aratake is a diving instructor who first discovered the underwater ruins. }} '''Snorkeling''' is possible in from some beaches, and can be quite good, though there may not be any spot ideal for beginners. The sheltered channel on the east side of the bridge at Sonai harbor is a relatively safe place to swim around and see some tropical fish, best accessed from a tiny beach near Urano Cemetery. There can be a significant current here during the changing tides, but there's nowhere for you to get pulled out to - you'll either end up at the boat ramp or back at the beach. The outer lagoon on the other side of the concrete reinforcements is even better, but you should be very careful of currents and high surf. Never swim in the ocean without first learning [https://scijinks.gov/rip-currents/ what to do if you get caught in a rip current]. ===Yonaguni Monument=== [[Image:Yonaguni Ruins Scuba.jpg|thumb|240px|Exploring the underwater ruins]] Yonaguni's unique attraction is the mysterious {{do | name="underwater ruins" | alt={{lang|ja|海底遺跡}} ''kaitei iseki'' | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Yonaguni Monument Terraces midpart NWW.jpg | wikidata=Q995511 | content=Dryly but diplomatically referred to by the government as the "Underwater Landscape Resources" - which lie off the southern coast of the island }}. A single platform {{convert|100| by |50|meter}} wide and up to {{m|25}} tall, seeming carved out of solid rock at perfectly right angles and dated by some to be 8000 years old, the technology required to build them here doesn't seem to match any known timeline of human history. Some maintain that they are the product of the lost '''Continent of Mu''' or even '''alien artifacts''', though the majority of scientists think they were created by natural geological processes. But the (apparent) hallways and staircases, as well as what appear to be regular rows of holes dug for moving rock and even what some take to be a form of writing on the walls, keep visitors intrigued. Seeing the ruins, however, takes some time, effort and skill: the area is notorious for its '''currents''' and not suitable for beginning divers, although several diving shops run one-day crash courses that culminate in a guided tour of the ruins. For those with the requisite skills (PADI AOWD or more), a day's diving starts at {{JPY|12000}}. The ruins, some 20 minutes by boat from Kubura, are usually only accessible when they are on the leeward side of a north wind ''and'' the currents are not too strong, so you'll also need some luck just to get here. Wind conditions permitting, [https://www.yonaguni.jp/en01/ SOUWES diving service] (ソーウェス) can also arrange glass-bottomed boats to make the trip for {{JPY|5000}}/head if there are five or more passengers (or you can charter the whole boat yourself). Don't expect to see very much when the weather is bad, as the ruins are at a depth of {{convert|5| to |20|meter}}. The names of individual features are mostly made up by their original discoverers and researchers. They might not be scientifically correct, but no better names are available for reliable orientation. * {{listing | type=blue | name=Arch Gate | alt={{lang|ja|アーチ門}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.43625 | long=123.01036 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Arch.jpg | content= A passage {{convert|1|m|ft|sigfig=1|abbr=on}} in width and {{convert|2|m|ft|sigfig=1|abbr=on}} in height that looks like a tunnel. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Twin Megaliths | alt={{lang|ja|二枚岩}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.436283 | long=123.010533 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Twin Megaliths.jpg | content= Two huge stone slabs standing parallel to each other. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Main Terrace | alt={{lang|ja|メインテラス}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.436067 | long=123.010933 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Main Terrace.jpg | content= Relatively wide flat area with vertical wall. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Main Terrace Stairs | alt={{lang|ja|メインテラス階段}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.436117 | long=123.010933 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Main Terrace Stair.jpg | content= Formation that looks like giant stairs at the Main Terrace. There are some photos of these stairs on the internet, taken here from a specific angle, such that the stairs look like a pyramid going up high. In reality that is not the case. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Loop Road | alt={{lang|ja|ループ道路}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.4361 | long=123.011183 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Loop Road and Retaining Wall.jpg | content= A {{convert|5|m|abbr=on}} wide ledge that encircles the base of the formation on three sides. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Retaining Wall | alt={{lang|ja|石垣}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | content= A straight row of huge stones along the south (outer) edge of the "Loop Road". }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Water Trench | alt={{lang|ja|排水溝}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.4363 | long=123.0113 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Monument Water Trench.jpg | content= A long narrow cavity with flat parallel walls that looks like a water trench. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Triangle Pool | alt={{lang|ja|三角プール}} | url= | email= | address= | lat=24.43635 | long=123.011283 | directions= | image=Yonaguni Triangle Pool from Glass Boat.jpg | content= A triangular depression with three large holes at its north edge. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Turtle Monument | alt={{lang|ja|亀のモニュメント}}| url= | email= | address= | lat=24.436417 | long=123.011733 | directions= | image=Turtleyonaguni.jpg | content= A low star-shaped platform. }} These objects are not part of the monument, but are relatively close to it: * {{listing | type=blue | name=Totem | alt={{lang|ja|トーテム}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | content= A stone column about {{convert|7|m|abbr=on}} tall, to the south of the monument. }} * {{listing | type=blue | name=Sun Stone | alt={{lang|ja|太陽石}}, Goshintai | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An isolated boulder was resting on a low platform to the east of the monument. That boulder has been washed away from the platform. }} ===Sharks=== In addition to the ruins, Yonaguni is also famous among Japanese divers for its '''hammerhead sharks''', which congregate around the island and can be spotted on most dives in the cooler winter season (December–February). Yonaguni is also pretty much the only spot in Japan where it is possible to spot the giant '''whale shark''', the largest of them all, although sightings are quite rare. ===Caverns=== Much of the southern coastline is dotted with caverns, caves and underwater rock formations, which make for spectacular but, again, slightly challenging diving. '''Daiyati''' and the '''Temple of Light''' are particularly well-known spots that bear more than slight resemblance to Swiss cheese. ===Other=== Other events of note on Yonaguni include: * {{do | name=Swordfish Fishing Competition | alt={{lang|ja|カジキ釣り大会}} Kajiki-tsuri taikai | url=http://welcome-yonaguni.jp/fishing/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Yearly in July. }} * {{do | name=Yonaguni Marathon | alt={{lang|ja|一周マラソン大会}} Isshu Marason Taikai | url=http://welcome-yonaguni.jp/marathon/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Every November. Despite the name, the race is either {{km|10}} or {{km|24}} (around the island), not a full marathon. }} ==Buy== [[File:Yonaguni symbol.jpg|thumb|''Kaida-dii'', Yonaguni's home-brewed hieroglyphic writing system]] The most popular Yonagunian souvenir by far is ''hanazake'' ({{lang|ja|花酒}}) liquor, see [[#Drink|Drink]] for details. * {{buy | name=Ōtomo Shoten | alt={{lang|ja|大朝商店}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of Kubura's two general-goods stores. Has a pretty good range of ''hanazake'' tucked away in the back. }} * {{buy | name=Yonaguni Kaien | alt={{lang|ja|与那国海塩}} | url=https://www.yonaguni-kaien.net/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=near the beach in Higawa | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=This store sells salt harvested from Kuroshio Current. The best stuff comes in big crystals several millimeters in size, and supposedly tastes somewhat ''sweet''. }} ==Eat== Most visitors opt to eat breakfast and dinner at their lodgings and lunch at their diving service, but there are a few small restaurants in Sonai and Kubura, as well as a small "supermarket" in Sonai. *''chōmei-sō'' ({{lang|ja|長命草}}) is a local grass reputed to extend longevity. May be topped on a bowl of noodles. ==Drink== Yonaguni is best known for '''hanazake''' ({{lang|ja|花酒}}), literally "flower sake", a drink nowhere near as dainty as you might expect from the name: it's the local 60° awamori and tradition demands drinking it straight, without even an ice cube to ease the pain. The best known brand is '''Donan''' ({{lang|ja|どなん}}) and the other labels brewed on the island are '''Yonaguni''' ({{lang|ja|与那国}}) and '''Maifuna''' ({{lang|ja|舞富名}}, ateji) meaning 'clever person' in the local dialect). You can visit the breweries of all three in Sonai, sample a little, and learn about brewing methods. It's fairly steeply priced though, as a {{ml|600}} bottle of the stuff will set you back over {{JPY|2000}}; and you need to add a few hundred yen if you want the traditional protective straw coat for your bottle. Cheaper and marginally less lethal 43° and 30° versions are also available. ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Fiesta | alt={{lang|ja|フィエスタ}} | url=http://fiesta09.jimdo.com/ | email= | address=in Sonai | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +81 980-87-2339 | tollfree= | fax= | price=¥2500 for bunk or futon in dorm | checkin= | checkout= | lastedit=2019-04-20 | content=Probably the cheapest accommodation on the island. Dormitory rooms separated for men and women, with shower rooms and toilets outside the rooms but also separated between men and women. Its kitchen and laundry machine are available for public use ({{JPY|100}}) to use the laundry machine). Run by very friendly and gregarious woman from Osaka, this is the kind of place where you're immediately treated as a friend. }} * {{sleep | name=Komine Ryokan | alt={{lang|ja|こみね旅館}} | url= | email= | address=in Sonai | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2211 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Tabi-no-yado Kafuu | alt={{lang|ja|旅の宿かふう}} | url=https://yonaguni-kafuu.com/ | email= | address=in Sonai | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2419 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=¥5700 | lastedit=2016-01-02 | content=No bathrooms in the rooms, as it's a minshuku. You can take a bath between 16:00-20:00, although they'll usually let you take a bath outside of these times if you ask. Private rooms, nice meals also included. Washing machine costs {{JPY|100}}. No phones in rooms, but there's a green-phone (public telephone) in the lobby you can use. There is a danger of theft because there are no keys to the rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Minshuku Sakiharaso | alt={{lang|ja|民宿さきはら荘}} | url=http://www.sakiharasou.com/ | email= | address=in Sonai | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2976 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=¥5800 | lastedit=2016-01-02 | content=The interior is much better kept than the backpacker-style Kafuu but the food may or may not match up. Amenities include a large television and a small manga library; ideal for elderly visitors not used to roughing it. }} * {{sleep | name=Yoshimaru-sō | alt={{lang|ja|よしまる荘}} | url=https://yonaguniyds.com/yoshimaru/ | email= | address=Kubura | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 980-87-2658 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Operated by Yonaguni Diving Service, this standard-issue minshuku offers shared lodging in Japanese-style rooms for {{JPY|5000}}/{{JPY|3500}} with/without meals, {{JPY|1000}} extra if you want your own room. Expect some noise in the evenings from boozing divers, but it's lights-out by 23:00. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Ailand Hotel Yonaguni | alt=アイランドホテル与那国 | url=http://www.ailand-resort.co.jp/yonaguni/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+81 98-941-2323 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content='''"Temporarily" closed from 2021.''' Pool, bath house, and restaurant. They also have wireless internet in the lobby only along with a computer for those that don't want to bring their laptop with them. Close to the airport. Very attentive staff make it very nice. Without meals it is {{JPY|15000}} per night. }} ==Stay safe== Okinawa's favorite bogeyman, the ''habu'' snake, is absent from Yonaguni. The main danger here is the ferocious '''currents''', particularly on the north coast, so check conditions before swimming. Other than that, the usual warnings apply not to touch any seas creatures (including beautiful cone shells), some of which have stings that can occasionally be fatal. ==Cope== There are no banks on Yonaguni, but you can withdraw money from the ATMs at the post offices in Sonai and Kubura. There are no convenience stores either. The supermarket in Sonai stays open until 20:00, and for dinner there is at least one izakaya in Sonai that stays open until 21:00 or 22:00. There are no public WiFi hotspots on Yonaguni yet, but your accommodation should have fast WiFi for guests. ==Go next== You're at the end of Japan now &mdash; unless you can score a seat to Taiwan on a private boat, the only way out is back where you came from. {{guideruralarea}} {{IsPartOf|Yaeyama Islands}} {{geo|24.455|122.989|zoom=13}} hqz88bta3h9s705a3zhsx4rjqqpp4i9 0 40446 5328347 5218264 2026-08-14T15:36:36Z ~2026-44541-84 2437473 /* By plane */ 5328347 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} [[Image:Znojmo-Nicholas Square.jpg|thumb|right|300px|St Nicholas' Church]] '''Znojmo''' is a town of 33,000 people (2022) in [[South Moravia]], [[Czech Republic]]. It's famous for its compact old town centre with oldest buildings dating back to 12th century, wine, and nearby National Park Podyjí. ==Understand== Though standing on a rock overlooking the River Dyje canyon, Znojmo region has always been predominantly agricultural (crops, wine, fruit, vegetables) with only light industry (ceramics, shoes, textile). It has a dry and warm climate, lying in a rather flat area 290 m above the sea level and having about 100 days with average temperature over 15°C. With Austria only 15 km away, Znojmo had a turbulent history especially due to clashes between local Germans and Czechs before and during the world wars, resulting in violent expulsion of the Germans after World War II. ===Orientation=== The centre of Znojmo is roughly a circle which can be crossed in 15-20 minutes on foot and lies just north of the train, coach and bus stations. If needed, you will find the suburbs, quite easily accessible by bus or on foot, to the north and south of the center. ==Get in== ===By plane=== Nearest airports are in [[Brno]] (70 km away, Ryanair flights to London-Stansted, Malaga and Milan-Bergamo), [[Vienna]] (100 km), [[Bratislava]] and [[Prague]] (200 km). ===By bus=== There are regular buses from Prague (bus station ''Florenc'' 3-6 times a day, 200 Kč) and Brno (more frequently, 60 Kč) and Wien. ===By train=== There are trains to and from Vienna every 2 hours, with a return ticket costing around 350 Kč. The journey takes 90 min. Other trains are painfully slow and unsuitable for long distance travel. But they are reasonably priced (especially if you know what ticket to buy) and an interesting experience if you are into trains and train travel. They are also more convenient for families and cyclists. Find your train [http://jizdnirady.idnes.cz/vlakyautobusy/spojeni/ here]. You'll probably have to change trains a few times though. ===By car=== There is no direct highway to Znojmo. From Prague use the highway to Brno, exit via Jihlava. From Brno use the motorway to [[Mikulov]], exit behind [[Pohořelice]]. ==Get around== ===Znojmo=== There are 7 city lines (buses number 801 through 805, 808 and 809; 10 Kč per a ticket) plus a seasonal sightseeing train/bus (80 Kč/ticket). They are quite frequent and timely during rush hours, but can be a pain on weekends and after 19:00. Tickets are only available from the driver, so prepare the change (or your nerves) beforehand. Or you can take a taxi. The fare within the town should not exceed 100 Kč. As in other parts of the Czech Republic it is advisable to discuss the price in advance. ===Around Znojmo=== Local buses to villages are similar to the city ones as to frequency and availability of tickets. The best way to find out about the times is to check [http://jizdnirady.idnes.cz/vlakyautobusy/spojeni/ this site]. The bus station is next to the railway station in the centre of town, on ''Milady Horákové street''. [[Image:Rotunda.jpg|thumb|right|250px|The Ducal Rotunda of the Virgin Mary and St Catherine]] ==See== {{mapframe|48.856|16.047|zoom=14}} * [[Image:Znojmo - hodinová věž.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Town Hall Tower]] * '''Town hall tower''' The tower nearly 80 m high was built in the years 1447-1448 by the local builder Mikuláš of Sedlešovice. The gallery offers a view of the town and of the surroundings, even of the Austrian Alps. Admission 20/10Kč. *{{see | name=Saint Nicholas' Church | url= | email= | address=Mikulasske Square | lat=48.85481 | long=16.04573 | directions=from Masaryk square: take Velka Mikulasska Street ending at Mikulasske Square | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Dating from 1100 AD. The original church was burnt to the ground in 1335. Today's Gothic style church was rebuilt several times during the 15th century with additions as late as the mid-19th century. It is very richly decorated with altars, statues and pictures and features a large organ in its balcony. }} *{{see | name=St Wenceslas' Chapel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mikulasske Square | lat=48.85459 | long=16.04535 | directions=from Masaryk square: take Velka Mikulasska Street ending at Mikulasske Square | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Built in the 16th century this is a truly unique two story chapel in South Moravia. It was built upon part of the city walls and features a late Gothic vault. In the lower chapel is an underground circular vault which is situated between St Wenceslas' and St Nicholas' churches and is under dispute as the heavy tourist train passes over it daily and is causing distress. }} *{{see | name=Znojmo Castle | alt=Chateau | url= | email= | address=Hradni 84/10 | lat=48.85559 | long=16.04250 | directions=from the top square (Horni nam.) go to Vaclavske nam. and continue to Premyslovcu Street; walk through the old brewery (''Hostan'') to reach the castle | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=After victory over the Turks at the end of the 17th century, Znojmo Castle was sold to the Deblin family. It was demolished and replaced by a Baroque Chateau. It is now owned by South Moravian Museum and is open to the public. }} * {{see | name=The Rotunda of St. Catherine | alt=Rotunda sv. Kateřiny | url=https://www.muzeumznojmo.cz/Rotunda-sv.-Kate%C5%99iny | email= | address= | lat=48.855429 | long=16.043542 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Open: April on weekends 09:00-17:00, May-September Tu-Su 09:00-17:00, | price=90 Kč.CZK | wikidata=Q1133543 | lastedit=2025-06-14 | content=Built around the year 1037 by the Bohemian Prince Břetislav I as a large parochial church. Apparently in 1134 it was decorated with frescoes representing, besides biblical motives, the legend about the calling of Přemysl the Ploughman to the princely throne, and a picture gallery of the oldest Bohemian princes of the Přemyslide family. }} * {{see | name=Znojmo Underground Passages | alt= | url= | email= | address=Slepičí trh 2, | lat=48.8558 | long=16.04929 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Jul Aug 09:00-17:00 every day, spring/fall 09:00-16:00 M-Sa. | price=Admission 50/30 Kč | lastedit=2025-06-14 | content=Znojmo Underground Passages is an intricate labyrinth of tunnels below the town centre. Throughout the history of Znojmo they served as storage space, hiding place from the enemy, and a garbage dump, but now you can take part in a 60-minute, one-km guided tour through this maze. Be sure to join a bigger group of foreigners or pick up a leaflet with information in your language from the reception, because tours are mostly conducted in Czech and foreigners have to form a group of at least 10 people to be able to have an English or German guided tour. Temperature 13°C. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Outdoor swimming pool Louka | alt= | url=http://www.plovarnalouka-znojmo.cz/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Built in 2005, you will find three pools, three waterslides, a wading pool, 26°C water, lockers, play areas, playgrounds, a restaurant and a nice setting there. Melkusova 42, buses n.4,6, summer 10:00-20:00 every day, admission 60/50 Kč all day, 50/30 Kč after 14:00, 30/20 Kč after 17:00. }} * '''Znojemské kluziště''' - a small outdoor public ice rink next to the skatepark and the stadium on Sokolská street. Open 11300-22:00, provided the temperature is below +10 °C. *{{do | name=Horse Riding | url= | email= | address=Oblekovice | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Horse riding in the beautiful countryside and vineyards surrounding Znojmo. }} *{{do | name=Cycling | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Znojmo, Podyji National Park and the surroundings are criss-crossed with hundreds of kilometers of cycle paths, the internationally recognized Greenways from Prague to Vienna passes through Znojmo. Many wine theme cycle paths also originate from Znojmo. }} ===''Vinobraní''=== For two days a year Znojmo transforms into a combination of a medieval town (downtown) and a kitschy, loud and crowded funfair (uptown), all of which is called ''Vinobraní'' ('''Wine-harvest festival'''). Fortunately, these two are divided by the town walls and gates, so you can choose what you fancy. In the center you can enjoy the '''parade''' of people in traditional costumes, the king and queen and their retinue, traditional markets, shows and music, and especially local wine and its young, half-fermented companion - ''burčák''. Fridays are more popular with the younger crowd because you can enjoy the blazing torches, fireworks and concerts at night (check the programme for the times) and indulge in ''burčák'' tasting till morning; Saturdays are usually quieter and less crowded. For ''burčák'' tasting bring your own glass (it's always better than the plastic ones you can get at every stall) and get 1 dL (0.1 L) for about 10 Kč at each stall you like. For '''wine tasting''', check the programme for ''Znovín Znojmo'' or ''Vinné sklepy Lechovice'' (wineries) and take part in their tasting training, where you sample a dozen of different wines and then try to guess two more blind samples. It's good fun. ''Vinobraní'' takes place in the middle of September, taxis double the fare. Usually there are about 30,000 visitors, so book accommodation well ahead. ==Buy== *{{buy | name=Freeport Outlet Center | url=http://www.freeport.cz/ | email= | address=Hatě | lat= | long= | directions=follow the main road towards Vienna, at the border crossing with Austria the outlet centre is on the left side | phone=+420 515 266 999 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Freeport outlet Hatě is a shopping centre at the border of Czech Republic and Austria, not far from Znojmo. In 72 shops you can buy articles of more than 200 international clothing brands, at low prices. }} ==Eat== Znojemská pečeně - Roast beef with pickles, gravy and bread dumplings or rice ==Drink== * '''Moravian wine''' - especially white is delicious *{{drink | name=Vinotéka Vínovín | alt=Vínovín - wine shop | url=http://www.vinovin.cz/ | email= | address=Pražská ulice v zahrádkách 669 | lat=48.87044 | long=16.03117 | directions=go in the direction of Prague down Pražská street, turn right just after the bridge next to the OMV petrol station | phone= +420 530 512 208 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 08:00-22:00| price= | content=A wine shop specializing in wine from Znojmo region and also selling its own cider. A very good choice of different wines ranging from cheaper table wines (50 Kč) to best Znojmo wines (100-500 Kč). }} ===Wineries=== ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=B&B - Pension Grant Lux | url=http://www.ubytovani-znojmo.biz/ | email= | address=Pasteurova 1 | lat=48.85143 | long=16.05044 | directions=off the main Prague - Vienna road | phone=+420 776 667617 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=From 500 Kč | checkin= | checkout= | content=Accommodation with parking and cycle storage facilities. Behind the old town walls with views of the Dyje valley and National Park. Six rooms (1 twin, 2 double, one triple, 1 four bedroom and 1 four bedroom with the possibility of an extra bed). All rooms have solid wood furniture, bathrooms with hydromassage showers c/w radio and lighting, radio/alarm, satellite tv, minibar, and WiFi. }} ==Go next== *[[Retzer Land]], wine region in [[Lower Austria]] {{IsPartOf|South Moravia}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|48.85537|16.04890|zoom=16}} 4frh7mmfwa9ehax39l9x848v98gympk 1 45922 5328587 4707909 2026-08-15T05:26:19Z SHB2000 2248002 /* Move as a subpage of Wikivoyage:Archives */ new section 5328587 wikitext text/x-wiki === Rail pass activation? == Related to this edit [http://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Russia_to_Japan_via_Sakhalin&curid=67115&diff=1345840&oldid=1345683], is it actually possible to activate a Japan Rail Pass in [[Wakkanai]]? It's not on the list of stations with exchange counters, [http://japanrailpass.net/eng/en009.html] - [[Asahikawa]]'s the nearest, which would unfortunately negate the advice given. - [[User:(WT-en) Dguillaime|(WT-en) D. Guillaime]] 20:49, 9 January 2010 (EST) : They activated mine, but he might just have been friendly. --[[User:(WT-en) Sertmann|(WT-en) Stefan (sertmann)]] <small>^{[[User talk:Sertmann|talk]]}</small> 04:20, 10 January 2010 (EST) ==Comments== I'm so happy to see someone has actually used this guide - and thank you so much for the additions, one pointer though, avoid me, we or us - and personal accounts - when writing here - it's a collaborative effort. Really useful guide, way more interesting than just city info. [[User:JadeDragon|JadeDragon]] ([[User talk:JadeDragon|talk]]) 00:42, 28 January 2013 (UTC) == Delete? == This route is no longer possible. Should this article be deleted? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:17, 19 April 2022 (UTC) :No, because it's a guide article and I don't want to ruin the work of several contributors. I think we should store it in a projectspace page until the ferry service restarts, though there is a chance it may never happen. <span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont">[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta.wikimedia]])</small></span> 21:58, 19 April 2022 (UTC) ::"Because it's good work" is not a viable argument. Could we archive it somehow? A travel guide needs to be about travel. A beautifully-written entry for a defunct restaurant isn't kept up because it was so well-written. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 23:36, 19 April 2022 (UTC) :::Sorry, I should've been more clearer. I was thinking of moving the page without a redirect in the Wikivoyage namespace. Something like [[Wikivoyage:Archived itineraries/Russia to Japan via Sakhalin]] though my proposal to do that with old itineraries that were older than one year (instead of deleting) faded away. Maybe we should restart that discussion. <span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont">[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta.wikimedia]])</small></span> 23:48, 19 April 2022 (UTC) ::::Yeah, I wouldn't support that as a way to deal with itineraries that lack sufficient information, if that's what you mean. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:51, 20 April 2022 (UTC) :The ferry was suspended not permanently ceased to operate. It is not the first time the route face suspension. :In usual years, service details are announced each years year by year ahead of summer. The 2019 suspension was initially announced as mechanical reason related to the ship, although the low load factor of the route making it financially difficult doesn't help. Then nothing were being announced in 2020 and 2021 with the pandemic ongoing. In 2022 Japan still doesn't appears to be opening up the national border to tourists yet so I doubt the route will resume this year, and I am not seeing any such signs yet, and this is in addition to the ongoing Russian war with Ukraine with relevant sanctions as well as Russian counter to these sanctions by labeling sanction-imposing countries including Japan as unfriendly countries, which probably also prevent the service which require financial subsidy from relevant governments from resuming. :The service probably won't be resumed in any short to mid term future considering that those Russian sanctions are unlikely to reverse even after the war end one way or the other in future, however I personally do not believe things are going to last this way eternally either. :Also, note that while it is a matter of fact that the ferry did not operate in year 2019, 2020, and 2021, and it is also a fact that so far there haven't been any service detail announcement for 2022 summer either despite we are already well into spring, any forecast into future are nothing more than personal perspective or opinion, and can be wrong in rather unlikely scenario. The service can be resumed anytime, as the service is only announced every year before the service actually start, before the suspension. Given such circumstances I do not agree with either deletion or hiding information by commenting out information in this guide. Given the lack of attendance of this page it is also unlikely that the page can be recovered anytime soon when the route do get resumed. :As an alternative to ferry, at least as of year 2019, people would have another option of traveling from Sakhalin to Hokkaido by flying from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk to New Chitose airport. However the route is currently suspended due to coronavirus related entry restriction in Japan alongside many other Japanese international air route hence I didn't include the air route as alternative in the guide page. It is not clear whether the route is going to resume after pandemic related entry restriction into Japan lift which Japanese government is now acting gradually, as while on one hand I doubt anyone in right mind is going to travel to Russia for tourism or trade amid the currently imposed domestic and international restrictions, on the other hand Japan have not banned Russian flights yet, so if the route's Russian operators want, they can restart that air route anytime they desire, and at that time it will be possible to fill the air route into this guide and let travelers divert via air, despite the route currently being not available either. [[User:C933103|C933103]] ([[User talk:C933103|talk]]) 02:08, 20 April 2022 (UTC) ::Thanks. Is there any way to hide this article temporarily, like I just hid a reference to this defunct route in the [[Japan]] article? Alternatively, is there theoretically a way to hire someone to take you across on their own boat or buy or rent a boat and sail yourself, if you were to get permission from the two governments? That seems impossible right now, though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 16:04, 5 August 2023 (UTC) :::We have established the principle of keeping but hiding obsolete articles, e.g., articles for [[wikivoyage:past events]]. As there is a possibility that this route could be revived, we should not delete the article. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 17:10, 5 August 2023 (UTC) ::::I'm no longer arguing for deletion, but how do we hide the article? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:46, 5 August 2023 (UTC) :::::Something like what I proposed above last year, I guess (with a different project name with <code><nowiki>__NOINDEX__</nowiki></code> added)? --<span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont; font-size: 14px">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">SHB2000</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta]])</small></span> 09:18, 8 August 2023 (UTC) :::Around the world there are companies that can help arrange and allow third party passengers to travel on freight ships but that's a big different topic and I am not sure whether such service still operate with respect to Russia. :::I think if one really want to cross to Japan on Trans Siberian Railway right now, without using a plane, more reasonable way is probably to take the train down Beijing from either Ulan Ude or Vladivostok, then proceed to Shanghai, then continue on ship to Japan (Or Dalian-Ferry-Incheon-Rail-Busan-Ferry-Fukuoka), but visa requirement of China nowadays isn't exactly easy either. [[User:C933103|C933103]] ([[User talk:C933103|talk]]) 06:55, 8 August 2023 (UTC) == Move as a subpage of [[Wikivoyage:Archives]] == I've been hesitant to nominate this article for VfD, mainly because it's a guide and there is quite a bit of content here. However, since tensions are unlikely to clear up anytime soon after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, would there be any objections to moving this to a subpage of [[Wikivoyage:Archives]] until the route eventually opens up again? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:26, 15 August 2026 (UTC) 77vozk1ux568w3t1t05ge1ily1njdj0 5328684 5328587 2026-08-15T07:37:32Z Ikan Kekek 36420 /* Move as a subpage of Wikivoyage:Archives */ Reply 5328684 wikitext text/x-wiki === Rail pass activation? == Related to this edit [http://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Russia_to_Japan_via_Sakhalin&curid=67115&diff=1345840&oldid=1345683], is it actually possible to activate a Japan Rail Pass in [[Wakkanai]]? It's not on the list of stations with exchange counters, [http://japanrailpass.net/eng/en009.html] - [[Asahikawa]]'s the nearest, which would unfortunately negate the advice given. - [[User:(WT-en) Dguillaime|(WT-en) D. Guillaime]] 20:49, 9 January 2010 (EST) : They activated mine, but he might just have been friendly. --[[User:(WT-en) Sertmann|(WT-en) Stefan (sertmann)]] <small>^{[[User talk:Sertmann|talk]]}</small> 04:20, 10 January 2010 (EST) ==Comments== I'm so happy to see someone has actually used this guide - and thank you so much for the additions, one pointer though, avoid me, we or us - and personal accounts - when writing here - it's a collaborative effort. Really useful guide, way more interesting than just city info. [[User:JadeDragon|JadeDragon]] ([[User talk:JadeDragon|talk]]) 00:42, 28 January 2013 (UTC) == Delete? == This route is no longer possible. Should this article be deleted? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:17, 19 April 2022 (UTC) :No, because it's a guide article and I don't want to ruin the work of several contributors. I think we should store it in a projectspace page until the ferry service restarts, though there is a chance it may never happen. <span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont">[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta.wikimedia]])</small></span> 21:58, 19 April 2022 (UTC) ::"Because it's good work" is not a viable argument. Could we archive it somehow? A travel guide needs to be about travel. A beautifully-written entry for a defunct restaurant isn't kept up because it was so well-written. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 23:36, 19 April 2022 (UTC) :::Sorry, I should've been more clearer. I was thinking of moving the page without a redirect in the Wikivoyage namespace. Something like [[Wikivoyage:Archived itineraries/Russia to Japan via Sakhalin]] though my proposal to do that with old itineraries that were older than one year (instead of deleting) faded away. Maybe we should restart that discussion. <span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont">[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta.wikimedia]])</small></span> 23:48, 19 April 2022 (UTC) ::::Yeah, I wouldn't support that as a way to deal with itineraries that lack sufficient information, if that's what you mean. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:51, 20 April 2022 (UTC) :The ferry was suspended not permanently ceased to operate. It is not the first time the route face suspension. :In usual years, service details are announced each years year by year ahead of summer. The 2019 suspension was initially announced as mechanical reason related to the ship, although the low load factor of the route making it financially difficult doesn't help. Then nothing were being announced in 2020 and 2021 with the pandemic ongoing. In 2022 Japan still doesn't appears to be opening up the national border to tourists yet so I doubt the route will resume this year, and I am not seeing any such signs yet, and this is in addition to the ongoing Russian war with Ukraine with relevant sanctions as well as Russian counter to these sanctions by labeling sanction-imposing countries including Japan as unfriendly countries, which probably also prevent the service which require financial subsidy from relevant governments from resuming. :The service probably won't be resumed in any short to mid term future considering that those Russian sanctions are unlikely to reverse even after the war end one way or the other in future, however I personally do not believe things are going to last this way eternally either. :Also, note that while it is a matter of fact that the ferry did not operate in year 2019, 2020, and 2021, and it is also a fact that so far there haven't been any service detail announcement for 2022 summer either despite we are already well into spring, any forecast into future are nothing more than personal perspective or opinion, and can be wrong in rather unlikely scenario. The service can be resumed anytime, as the service is only announced every year before the service actually start, before the suspension. Given such circumstances I do not agree with either deletion or hiding information by commenting out information in this guide. Given the lack of attendance of this page it is also unlikely that the page can be recovered anytime soon when the route do get resumed. :As an alternative to ferry, at least as of year 2019, people would have another option of traveling from Sakhalin to Hokkaido by flying from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk to New Chitose airport. However the route is currently suspended due to coronavirus related entry restriction in Japan alongside many other Japanese international air route hence I didn't include the air route as alternative in the guide page. It is not clear whether the route is going to resume after pandemic related entry restriction into Japan lift which Japanese government is now acting gradually, as while on one hand I doubt anyone in right mind is going to travel to Russia for tourism or trade amid the currently imposed domestic and international restrictions, on the other hand Japan have not banned Russian flights yet, so if the route's Russian operators want, they can restart that air route anytime they desire, and at that time it will be possible to fill the air route into this guide and let travelers divert via air, despite the route currently being not available either. [[User:C933103|C933103]] ([[User talk:C933103|talk]]) 02:08, 20 April 2022 (UTC) ::Thanks. Is there any way to hide this article temporarily, like I just hid a reference to this defunct route in the [[Japan]] article? Alternatively, is there theoretically a way to hire someone to take you across on their own boat or buy or rent a boat and sail yourself, if you were to get permission from the two governments? That seems impossible right now, though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 16:04, 5 August 2023 (UTC) :::We have established the principle of keeping but hiding obsolete articles, e.g., articles for [[wikivoyage:past events]]. As there is a possibility that this route could be revived, we should not delete the article. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 17:10, 5 August 2023 (UTC) ::::I'm no longer arguing for deletion, but how do we hide the article? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:46, 5 August 2023 (UTC) :::::Something like what I proposed above last year, I guess (with a different project name with <code><nowiki>__NOINDEX__</nowiki></code> added)? --<span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont; font-size: 14px">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">SHB2000</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta]])</small></span> 09:18, 8 August 2023 (UTC) :::Around the world there are companies that can help arrange and allow third party passengers to travel on freight ships but that's a big different topic and I am not sure whether such service still operate with respect to Russia. :::I think if one really want to cross to Japan on Trans Siberian Railway right now, without using a plane, more reasonable way is probably to take the train down Beijing from either Ulan Ude or Vladivostok, then proceed to Shanghai, then continue on ship to Japan (Or Dalian-Ferry-Incheon-Rail-Busan-Ferry-Fukuoka), but visa requirement of China nowadays isn't exactly easy either. [[User:C933103|C933103]] ([[User talk:C933103|talk]]) 06:55, 8 August 2023 (UTC) == Move as a subpage of [[Wikivoyage:Archives]] == I've been hesitant to nominate this article for VfD, mainly because it's a guide and there is quite a bit of content here. However, since tensions are unlikely to clear up anytime soon after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, would there be any objections to moving this to a subpage of [[Wikivoyage:Archives]] until the route eventually opens up again? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:26, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :That seems sensible, but how would we know to unarchive it when warranted? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:37, 15 August 2026 (UTC) mpfpdw2pf893wdm42quxnl5x5rf2bw8 5328710 5328684 2026-08-15T09:16:26Z SHB2000 2248002 /* Move as a subpage of Wikivoyage:Archives */ re 5328710 wikitext text/x-wiki === Rail pass activation? == Related to this edit [http://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Russia_to_Japan_via_Sakhalin&curid=67115&diff=1345840&oldid=1345683], is it actually possible to activate a Japan Rail Pass in [[Wakkanai]]? It's not on the list of stations with exchange counters, [http://japanrailpass.net/eng/en009.html] - [[Asahikawa]]'s the nearest, which would unfortunately negate the advice given. - [[User:(WT-en) Dguillaime|(WT-en) D. Guillaime]] 20:49, 9 January 2010 (EST) : They activated mine, but he might just have been friendly. --[[User:(WT-en) Sertmann|(WT-en) Stefan (sertmann)]] <small>^{[[User talk:Sertmann|talk]]}</small> 04:20, 10 January 2010 (EST) ==Comments== I'm so happy to see someone has actually used this guide - and thank you so much for the additions, one pointer though, avoid me, we or us - and personal accounts - when writing here - it's a collaborative effort. Really useful guide, way more interesting than just city info. [[User:JadeDragon|JadeDragon]] ([[User talk:JadeDragon|talk]]) 00:42, 28 January 2013 (UTC) == Delete? == This route is no longer possible. Should this article be deleted? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:17, 19 April 2022 (UTC) :No, because it's a guide article and I don't want to ruin the work of several contributors. I think we should store it in a projectspace page until the ferry service restarts, though there is a chance it may never happen. <span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont">[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta.wikimedia]])</small></span> 21:58, 19 April 2022 (UTC) ::"Because it's good work" is not a viable argument. Could we archive it somehow? A travel guide needs to be about travel. A beautifully-written entry for a defunct restaurant isn't kept up because it was so well-written. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 23:36, 19 April 2022 (UTC) :::Sorry, I should've been more clearer. I was thinking of moving the page without a redirect in the Wikivoyage namespace. Something like [[Wikivoyage:Archived itineraries/Russia to Japan via Sakhalin]] though my proposal to do that with old itineraries that were older than one year (instead of deleting) faded away. Maybe we should restart that discussion. <span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont">[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta.wikimedia]])</small></span> 23:48, 19 April 2022 (UTC) ::::Yeah, I wouldn't support that as a way to deal with itineraries that lack sufficient information, if that's what you mean. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:51, 20 April 2022 (UTC) :The ferry was suspended not permanently ceased to operate. It is not the first time the route face suspension. :In usual years, service details are announced each years year by year ahead of summer. The 2019 suspension was initially announced as mechanical reason related to the ship, although the low load factor of the route making it financially difficult doesn't help. Then nothing were being announced in 2020 and 2021 with the pandemic ongoing. In 2022 Japan still doesn't appears to be opening up the national border to tourists yet so I doubt the route will resume this year, and I am not seeing any such signs yet, and this is in addition to the ongoing Russian war with Ukraine with relevant sanctions as well as Russian counter to these sanctions by labeling sanction-imposing countries including Japan as unfriendly countries, which probably also prevent the service which require financial subsidy from relevant governments from resuming. :The service probably won't be resumed in any short to mid term future considering that those Russian sanctions are unlikely to reverse even after the war end one way or the other in future, however I personally do not believe things are going to last this way eternally either. :Also, note that while it is a matter of fact that the ferry did not operate in year 2019, 2020, and 2021, and it is also a fact that so far there haven't been any service detail announcement for 2022 summer either despite we are already well into spring, any forecast into future are nothing more than personal perspective or opinion, and can be wrong in rather unlikely scenario. The service can be resumed anytime, as the service is only announced every year before the service actually start, before the suspension. Given such circumstances I do not agree with either deletion or hiding information by commenting out information in this guide. Given the lack of attendance of this page it is also unlikely that the page can be recovered anytime soon when the route do get resumed. :As an alternative to ferry, at least as of year 2019, people would have another option of traveling from Sakhalin to Hokkaido by flying from Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk to New Chitose airport. However the route is currently suspended due to coronavirus related entry restriction in Japan alongside many other Japanese international air route hence I didn't include the air route as alternative in the guide page. It is not clear whether the route is going to resume after pandemic related entry restriction into Japan lift which Japanese government is now acting gradually, as while on one hand I doubt anyone in right mind is going to travel to Russia for tourism or trade amid the currently imposed domestic and international restrictions, on the other hand Japan have not banned Russian flights yet, so if the route's Russian operators want, they can restart that air route anytime they desire, and at that time it will be possible to fill the air route into this guide and let travelers divert via air, despite the route currently being not available either. [[User:C933103|C933103]] ([[User talk:C933103|talk]]) 02:08, 20 April 2022 (UTC) ::Thanks. Is there any way to hide this article temporarily, like I just hid a reference to this defunct route in the [[Japan]] article? Alternatively, is there theoretically a way to hire someone to take you across on their own boat or buy or rent a boat and sail yourself, if you were to get permission from the two governments? That seems impossible right now, though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 16:04, 5 August 2023 (UTC) :::We have established the principle of keeping but hiding obsolete articles, e.g., articles for [[wikivoyage:past events]]. As there is a possibility that this route could be revived, we should not delete the article. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 17:10, 5 August 2023 (UTC) ::::I'm no longer arguing for deletion, but how do we hide the article? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:46, 5 August 2023 (UTC) :::::Something like what I proposed above last year, I guess (with a different project name with <code><nowiki>__NOINDEX__</nowiki></code> added)? --<span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont; font-size: 14px">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">SHB2000</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|talk]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|contribs]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|meta]])</small></span> 09:18, 8 August 2023 (UTC) :::Around the world there are companies that can help arrange and allow third party passengers to travel on freight ships but that's a big different topic and I am not sure whether such service still operate with respect to Russia. :::I think if one really want to cross to Japan on Trans Siberian Railway right now, without using a plane, more reasonable way is probably to take the train down Beijing from either Ulan Ude or Vladivostok, then proceed to Shanghai, then continue on ship to Japan (Or Dalian-Ferry-Incheon-Rail-Busan-Ferry-Fukuoka), but visa requirement of China nowadays isn't exactly easy either. [[User:C933103|C933103]] ([[User talk:C933103|talk]]) 06:55, 8 August 2023 (UTC) == Move as a subpage of [[Wikivoyage:Archives]] == I've been hesitant to nominate this article for VfD, mainly because it's a guide and there is quite a bit of content here. However, since tensions are unlikely to clear up anytime soon after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, would there be any objections to moving this to a subpage of [[Wikivoyage:Archives]] until the route eventually opens up again? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:26, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :That seems sensible, but how would we know to unarchive it when warranted? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:37, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::I guess that's whenever the ferry between Sakhalin and Japan reopens. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:16, 15 August 2026 (UTC) 7vj9v7q053aw60ud8qmspew4s2neip4 4 68782 5328446 5326854 2026-08-14T17:38:00Z Ypsilon 1806 /* Rail travel in the Czech Republic */ 5328446 wikitext text/x-wiki {{shortcut|[[Dotm]]<br>[[Otbp]]<br>[[Ftt]]}} Here we determine which articles are featured on the [[Main Page]] as [[Previous Destinations of the month|Destination of the month]] (DotM), [[Previously Off the beaten path|Off the Beaten Path]] (OtBP) and [[Previous Featured travel topics|Featured travel topics]] (FTT). ==Nominate== You can nominate any '''article''' you would like to see featured. 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Many listings need some updates (some haven't been updated in almost a decade!), but in terms of content, I don't think anything major is missing to my knowledge. //<span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont; font-size: 14px">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 15 October 2025 (UTC) * '''Support, but''' the listings should be checked a little before we run it (towards the end of 2026?). It's not that we haven't featured many Californian articles over the years, we've actually featured quite a number of them but none of them from the greater LA area. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 18:31, 21 January 2026 (UTC) :: We featured [[San Diego International Airport]] in November-December. It is not close enough to invoke a 24 month cooldown; featuring Hollywood for the 2026-27 winter would be reasonable. Do the Oscars or the Golden Globes provide any events for the public? /[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 14:00, 5 March 2026 (UTC) :::There are apparently some events with a limited number of places such as the Official Oscars Watch Party, and for "just" $70,000 you can buy a ticket to the Golden Globes. So yes, but it's not something you can decide to do on a whim on the day of the events. We should point this out in the article if we run it during the Academy Awards or Golden Globes (which we possibly will). --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:39, 26 April 2026 (UTC) ===[[Vienna/Innere Stadt]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Vienna/Inner Stadt | blurb=Vienna's world heritage-listed Innere Stadt, dates back to the Roman era and contains a plethora of architecturally and historically significant sites. | status=Guide | time=Any time of the year, but I prefer December for the Christmas markets (they were amazing) but it could also be featured anytime during northern spring, summer or autumn (Jan/Feb might be ''too'' cold). | nominatedBy=<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:47, 9 January 2026 (UTC) | comment=Might be slightly biased since Vienna's inner core has proved to be my favourite in Europe, but also we haven't featured any Vienna district or article since featuring [[Vienna]] back in 2015 (or any DotMs from Austria). The article is already in good shape, but it does need some updates (especially some which had prices 15 years old), which can be done closer to featuring. | DotMImage=[[File:20180109 Vienna State Opera at blue hour 850 9387.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Almost''' – needs some updates, which I am progressively doing. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:47, 9 January 2026 (UTC) * '''Support''' - a lot of listings and they all have descriptions and other content. As with most articles, we need to check if the places in the listings are still there a little before they go on the main page. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 18:55, 21 January 2026 (UTC) * '''Support''' - love the nicely informative listings in this articleǃ Don't so much love the highly unusable dynamic map, jam-packed with colorful pins creating so much clutter one can't see where anything is or how the city is laid out. I have no good suggestion for fixing the problem, but the map as it exists isn't much use to a typical traveler. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 22:15, 11 February 2026 (UTC) ===[[St. John's]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=St. John's | blurb=Colourful houses and military history await you in Canada's oldest and easternmost city. | status=Guide | time=Jun-Sep | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:08, 23 January 2026 (UTC) | comment=Here's one more candidate for a summer slot (August maybe?). I just promoted the article's status to guide, because was already at the very least a strong usable. There are some listings without description but as we need to check if the places the listings are still in business anyways it's easy to add a line or two at that. The pictures also need to be spread out and the Understand section is on the short side. | DotMImage=[[File:St John's Houses.jpg|thumb|300px]] }} * '''Almost''' per comment. [[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:08, 23 January 2026 (UTC) *'''Almost''' pending updates. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:52, 25 January 2026 (UTC) *'''Almost''' still needs updates. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 15:39, 10 June 2026 (UTC) ===[[Seville]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Seville | blurb=Spain's gateway to the Atlantic and the home of flamenco. | status=Guide | time=Spring or autumn; potentially Carnival or Feria de Abril. | nominatedBy=[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 00:05, 4 March 2026 (UTC) | comment=Spain has had few features, provided that it is the world's second most visited country. This article was [[/Slush pile/2021#Seville|slushed in 2021]], but has improved since then. Lacks information on safety, but has the essentials. | DotMImage=[[File:Mudejar Pavillion - Parque María Luisa - Seville.JPG|center|300px]] }} * '''Close''' - Could be a nice destination for next spring. There are also still some listings lacking coordinates. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:52, 26 April 2026 (UTC) ===[[Xi'an]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Xi'an | blurb=China's ancient capital is the home of the Terracotta Warriors and has a history going back several millenia. | status=Guide | time=From the Climate section: "The best times to visit Xi'an are in spring and autumn." | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:40, 21 March 2026 (UTC) | comment=Another article at usable status that I have had my eyes on for quite some time. I just promoted it to guide because overall the article is pretty extensive. However, Eat and Drink need some more individual listings (some can be brought over from other language versions), also, while there is a lot of information in the article we need to check that it's still up to date | DotMImage=[[File:Xian guerreros terracota general.JPG|thumb|300px]] }} * '''Needs some work''' per comment. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:40, 21 March 2026 (UTC) * '''Needs some work''' - agree with Ypsilon that the article needs more listings and I'll add that it also needs work on existing listings, many of which lack lat/long coordinates and other important details. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 16:31, 22 March 2026 (UTC) ===[[Quito]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Quito | blurb=With one of the first old towns listed as a World Heritage site, this capital sits the ''ecuador'' and high up in the Andes. | status=Guide | time=Any - the weather is unsurprisingly fairly similar throughout the year | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:48, 26 April 2026 (UTC) | comment=Why not a South American destination for November's slot which is the next one that needs a destination? It's a quite extensive article, though as is often the case, many listings are almost 10 year old. Therefore, a couple of hours of googling is needed to delete closed places and add coordinates and update information; also Eat needs to be split up into price categories. As usual I'd say 1-3 months before the article is featured is a good time to do this. | DotMImage=[[File:Plaza Grande - Quito.jpg|thumb|300px]] }} * '''Needs some work''' per comment. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:48, 26 April 2026 (UTC) ===[[Royan]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Royan | blurb=For centuries, the French have visited Royan to escape the summer heat at the Atlantic. | status=Guide | time=Warm at summer, but might be overcrowded in July and August. Maybe June or September? | nominatedBy=[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 13:05, 11 June 2026 (UTC) | comment=While France is severely under-featured, we should have the customary 2-year cooldown from neighboring [[La Tremblade]], featured in October 2024. We could do autumn 2026, or wait until 2027. | DotMImage=[[File:Plage de Foncillon, Royan.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support''' (as the one translating the article some years ago) '''but''' as always there may be dead links, places that have closed etc, which needs to be checked optimally 1-3 months before feature. Autumn is full but say May or June 2027 could be good times to run it. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:42, 11 June 2026 (UTC) ===[[Malacca]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Malacca | blurb=Once the capital of a powerful Malay kingdom, then ruled by several colonial powers, Malacca features an interesting cuisine and varied architecture with its city centre listed as a World Heritage Site. | status=Guide | time=Jan-Feb are the driest months according to [[:w:Malacca_City#Climate]] | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:42, 11 June 2026 (UTC) | comment=So, we've filled the slots in the schedule for 2026, meaning now it's time to look for articles for early 2027. This is a quite informative article and with a little brush-up adding coordinates, updating information and fixing minor things mentioned in [[Talk:Malacca#Featured_destination?]] this could be a nice article kicking off the new year. | DotMImage=[[File:Christ church melaka.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support pending updates''' per comment. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:42, 11 June 2026 (UTC) ===[[Cancún]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Cancún | blurb=Mexico's most visited beach resort destinations combines stellar natural attractions, beginning with powdery soft white coral sand beaches, with cultural attractions like Mayan ruins and natural attractions like tropical jungles teeming with wildlife and offshore coral reefs that are home to a living aquarium of marine life. | status=Guide | time=early northern winter is ideal as peak travel season is January to April | nominatedBy=[[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]), 18 June 2026 | comment=We have not had many Mexican features lately, and this article is recently updated. | DotMImage=[[File:Cancun_aerial_photo_by_safa.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support''' as nominator. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 17:43, 18 June 2026 (UTC) * '''Support''', though a few more photos here and there would be nice. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 14:25, 22 July 2026 (UTC) * '''Needs work'''. I appreciate the article and I did some work on it, but the prose can still be more tight and effective. While that is a requirement primarily for star articles, I think more needs to be done before featuring. Some things could, e.g., be moved from By bus to [[Bus travel in Mexico]] or [[Mexico#By bus]] (unless they are common sense globally), such as "When you are ready to get off, you can either push the button on top of the hand rail, or if you're not sure of your destination, tell the driver where you would like to get off or point to the destination using a bus map." – I doubt this is unique to Cancún. I also doubt that we need a whole screenful to explain how to use the local taxis. I am also a bit worried about the description of Cancún as "the gateway to the Mayan World" – formerly also "home of the Mayan archaeological wonders" – as there are Mayan wonders all around the Yucatán, and the archaeological sites of Cancún aren't even mentioned in [[Maya civilization]] (other than in the description of Museo Maya de Cancún). How important are the local sites compared to those elsewhere? Which article should be tweaked? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 14:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :: [[Carnival]] is in February. Is it worth to visit? /[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 15:38, 7 August 2026 (UTC) ==Nominations for Off the Beaten Path== ===[[Gjakova]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Gjakova | blurb=Famous for its restored Grand Bazaar, Gjakova is a cultural centre of Kosovo. | status=Guide | time=May-Jun, Sep-Oct (during mid-summer it would be a bit too hot I assume) | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:08, 23 January 2026 (UTC) | comment=Could this be our first feature from Kosovo? The article looks quite OK, the main issues are the missing Drink and Buy sections plus a few listings, and then we need to decide how to proceed with the tours in Do. Apparently I've already brought up these issues on [[Talk:Gjakova]] back in 2018. A shoutout to [[User:Arianit|Arianit]] and other locals who have written and improved the article over the years. | DotMImage=[[File:Gjakova - Çarshia e Madhe - Big Baazar Panorama.JPG|thumb|300px]] }} * '''Almost''' per comment. [[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:08, 23 January 2026 (UTC) * '''Support''' thanks for the nomination. Will be happy to update and improve it in the next few weeks per the comment. [[User:Arianit|Arianit]] ([[User talk:Arianit|talk]]) 07:56, 24 January 2026 (UTC) ::Hi all, I hope I've addressed your comments. Have a look and ping me here or on Gjakova talk page if anything else is needed! --[[User:Arianit|Arianit]] ([[User talk:Arianit|talk]]) 11:41, 1 July 2026 (UTC) :::Thanks for the edits; I can now '''support''' the feature. BTW I also made the lead section a little bit more lively per Ground Zero's comment below. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 13:52, 1 July 2026 (UTC) *{{s}} per above. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:07, 2 March 2026 (UTC) * '''Oppose''': the lead paragraph doesn't explain why the reader would want to go there, beyond saying that it is a"centre of culture and learning". Aren't a lot of towns centres of culture and learning? What is special about Gjakova? [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:12, 23 March 2026 (UTC) ===[[Ansan]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Ansan | blurb=With one of Korea's largest immigrant communities, this Seoul suburb has a different vibe from your typical Korean destination. | status=Guide | time=Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:08, 23 January 2026 (UTC) | comment=Ansan keeps popping up in Recent changes whenever Piotrus' Korean students get to learn editing Wikivoyage. Unsurprisingly the article is really extensive so it's about time to present it on the Main Page. Photos need to be spread out, and the article may need some copyediting too, but otherwise I think it's good to go. | DotMImage=[[File:Ansancheon1.jpg|thumb|300px]] }} * '''Support'''. [[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:08, 23 January 2026 (UTC) * '''Almost there'''. There's certainly a lot of content, but it needs a good round of copy editing for grammar, plus there's a lot of info that really belongs on the top level Seoul page, not here (Share bikes, taxi fares, etc). There are also a bunch of POIs that aren't really noteworthy: Starbucks, furniture stores, 13 (!) individual subway stations etc. [[User:Asamboi|Asamboi]] ([[User talk:Asamboi|talk]]) 11:29, 25 January 2026 (UTC) * '''Almost''' per Asamboi. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:07, 2 March 2026 (UTC) ===[[Bandelier National Monument]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Bandelier National Monument | blurb=A Pueblo settlement in northern New Mexico. | status=Guide | time=Spring or autumn. Not sure about public events. | nominatedBy=[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 11:55, 5 March 2026 (UTC) | comment=New Mexico has not been featured for a decade. Indigenous American heritage sites deserve more attention. | DotMImage=[[File:Bandelier cliffdwellings.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support''' - Well developed and well written, support per nomination. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 13:16, 21 May 2026 (UTC) * '''Support''' - Looks good as it is. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:52, 23 May 2026 (UTC) ===[[Gotska Sandön]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Gotska Sandön | blurb=A peaceful national park island in the Baltic Sea, small enough to walk around in a day. | status=Guide | time=June to August | nominatedBy=[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 00:36, 8 April 2026 (UTC) | comment=This island barely meets the minimum size for a destination article (as it has a hostel, a campsite, and a couple of attractions) and can therefore be completely described in a short text. Not much more to add, except climate data, and details on amenities. Sweden has had a couple of featured articles before, but all of them have been cities or city walks. | DotMImage=[[File:GotskaSandon NorthEastCoast.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support''' - though it will have to wait around for about a year (summer 2027). If there's something to update, it's better done then. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:56, 23 May 2026 (UTC) * '''Support''' - shorter than I like, but for a remote island with almost no infrastructure to speak of, it's fine: seems like a great place to relax and get away from crowds of humanity. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 03:27, 16 July 2026 (UTC) ===[[Quy Nhon]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Quy Nhon | blurb=Not overrun by tourists, Quy Nhon offers what coastal Vietnam is famous for: sun and sea, historical sites from many eras and seafood | status=Guide | time=Dec-Apr are relatively dry and not too hot | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:43, 23 May 2026 (UTC) | comment=Here's a well-developed guide article, waiting to go on the Main Page. Vietnamese articles have been featured mainly as DotM's, but as this article states clearly that Quy Nhon is "unspoiled by the ravages of mass tourism", "in stark contrast to the commercialism and development of other Vietnamese cities" and "still off the radar of international travellers", this would be definition be an OtBP. However, I'm sorry to say, even a bit too well-developed, especially the History section and some descriptions could be shortened down a bit. The other required fixes are listings lacking coordinates, and as usual places that have went out of business and dead links will need to be dealt with (and prices updated if possible). | DotMImage=[[File:Quy Nhon Beach Promenade.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Needs some work''' per comment. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:43, 23 May 2026 (UTC) ===[[Port Angeles]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Port Angeles | blurb=Gateway to the Olympic National Park, and great views of the Pacific Northwest. | status=Guide | time=June to September for the outdoors | nominatedBy=[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 13:44, 11 June 2026 (UTC) | comment=The Northwestern United States are under-featured. The article could use some safety information and more images. | DotMImage=[[File:Lake Crescent spring.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Comment''' - I pass through here once or twice every summer, so I'm happy to update listings and fill in with on-the-ground information. I've never spent much time in town though, I think for most travellers it's a pit stop/logistics hub for [[Olympic National Park]]. I'm trying to decide whether I want to endorse this destination or get the ONP article endorsable instead. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 02:38, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::We can certainly feature Olympic National Park (as DotM maybe?), though there would need to be a minimum of two years between them as the places are next to each other. Right now the Port Angeles article is in a better shape. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 09:24, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :: '''Support''' - I just had a chance to visit again, and was pleasantly surprised to find enough here to warrant a feature. I'll integrate my observations and find some good pics in the next few days. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 22:16, 6 August 2026 (UTC) * '''Support, but''' listings need to be checked for up-to-dateness before we run the article, e.g. many listings are from 2017-18, soon a decade old. As there's more than a year until we will feature Port Angeles, there is no point in doing that now. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 09:24, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ===[[Salla]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Salla | blurb=The town "in the middle of nowhere", as the travel slogan says is much about outdoor activities but there's WWII and local history to explore as well | status=Guide | time=Winter for skiing, summer for hiking | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 09:24, 28 June 2026 (UTC) | comment=A wintry article for Northern Hemisphere winter? Here's a quite good article from off the beaten path-Finland. As always we need to check that everything listed is in business, weblinks are working etc. shortly before featuring. | DotMImage=[[File:Karhutunturi.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support''', pending checkup. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 09:24, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ===[[Três Coroas]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Três Coroas | blurb=Founded by German immigrants, this town in the Paranhana River valley in southern Brazil is today also famous for its Tibetan Buddhist temple. | status=Guide | time=Per [[Gramado#Climate]] (30 min by bus) probably Southern Hemisphere summer | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:27, 6 July 2026 (UTC) | comment=I went through categories of guide articles in other language versions for one or several articles to translate for a feature in early 2027, from some part of the world we haven't had many features from. Três Coroas seemed like a really interesting place. The [[:pt:Três Coroas|Portuguese version]] was at guide status but maybe not quite up to proper guide status here at en-voy, so I added some more information from Wikipedia and websites of businesses and updated/deleted outdated content. | DotMImage=[[File:Templo Budista Chagdud Gonpa.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support''' --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:27, 6 July 2026 (UTC) * '''Support'''. Great little article about an unusual destination. [[User:Asamboi|Asamboi]] ([[User talk:Asamboi|talk]]) 05:19, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ===[[Toucheng]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Toucheng | blurb=Toucheng is all about the sea; it's famous for its coastal landscapes and fishing heritage, with an interesting seafood market and harbor museum. | status=Guide | time="Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit" | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:05, 11 August 2026 (UTC) | comment=The lead could be expanded a bit, some more photos in the latter half of the article but otherwise the article looks extensive, tidy and up to date. | DotMImage=[[File:宜蘭 蘭陽博物館 I-lan LanYang Museum Taiwan.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Very very close''' per comment. [[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:05, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ===[[Daintree Rainforest]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Daintree Rainforest | blurb=The world's oldest surviving rainforest features an amazing biodiversity with hundreds of bird species including the colourful cassowary, bats, butterflies and other insects and of course crocodiles lurking in and next to bodies of water. | status=Guide | time=Apr-Oct is the dry season | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:05, 11 August 2026 (UTC) | comment=Another good looking article about a place that seems fascinating so why not give it a month on the Main Page? Those listings dated 2021 and 2022 should probably be checked sometime closer to feature, maybe also some of the lead section be moved down to Understand but otherwise it seems good to go. | DotMImage=[[File:Daintree Rainforest - 2013.04 - panoramio.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Very close''' per comment. [[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:05, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ==Nominations for Featured travel topic== ===[[Diving the Cape Peninsula and False Bay/Pinnacle]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Diving the Cape Peninsula and False Bay/Pinnacle | blurb=An inshore rocky reef in the Gordon's Bay area of the east side of False Bay near Cape Town. | status=Star | time=Southern summer; December 2026 to February 2027 | nominatedBy=[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 00:04, 8 January 2026 (UTC) | comment=Every 2 or 3 years, we get back to this great series of South African dive guides. [[Diving the Cape Peninsula and False Bay/MV Aster]] featured in January 2025. Other guide- or star-level articles in the same series can also be considered. | DotMImage=[[File:Pinnacle gully from the road.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support''' as usual with the Star dive articles. However as of now there is a [[Wikivoyage:Travellers'_pub#Re-evaluating_all_dive_articles_(potential_mass_copyvio)|discussion going on]] about some of the author's works on Wikipedia including plagiarism. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:20, 21 January 2026 (UTC) :: '''Comment:''' We have had a recommended 24-month cooldown time between nearby destinations. "Nearby" is most practically defined as commuting distance, which would be two places which could reasonably be experienced on the same day or from the same accommodation, without lengthy transportation. If we follow the guideline strictly, this article could first feature in January 2027; in my opinion, December 2026 would not be too early. We have many great Cape Peninsula dive guides left, and African destinations as well as diving articles are under-featured. /[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 22:47, 8 April 2026 (UTC) ===[[Filipino cuisine]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Filipino cuisine | blurb=With over 7,500 islands, Filipino cuisine is a mish-mash of hundreds of local, regional, and ethnic cuisines that defies easy generalizations. | status=Guide | time=October-March | nominatedBy=<small>--Comment by </small> [[User:SelfieCity|Selfie City]] ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|talk]]) ([[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|contributions]]) 17:15, 17 September 2025 (UTC) | comment=When was the last time we featured something or somewhere from the Philippines? This article seems excellent and highly detailed, but it would be good to hear from a local or visitor before featuring. | DotMImage=[[File:Philippine Food.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Support''' as nominator. <small>--Comment by </small> [[User:SelfieCity|Selfie City]] ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|talk]]) ([[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|contributions]]) 17:15, 17 September 2025 (UTC) * '''Support''' [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 21:34, 17 September 2025 (UTC) * '''Support''', but we might need to hold this article off for some time if we're also going to feature [[Tagalog phrasebook]]. //<span style="font-family:BlinkMacSystemFont; font-size: 14px">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:36, 17 September 2025 (UTC) * '''Needs work'''. There's a lot of content and some of it is good, but sections like [[Filipino cuisine#Filipino diet]] need a thorough copyedit. There are also quite a few bits that just list Tagalog/slang names of dishes with no explanation: ''Offal is main ingredient of dishes like bopis, dinuguan, La Paz batchoy and sisig and street food like adidas, Betamax or dugo, and isaw.'' [[User:Asamboi|Asamboi]] ([[User talk:Asamboi|talk]]) 06:29, 20 September 2025 (UTC) *:This page also really needs a more appetizing-looking banner. [[User:Asamboi|Asamboi]] ([[User talk:Asamboi|talk]]) 10:13, 4 February 2026 (UTC) * '''Needs work''' - Looks quite OK, but Asamboi found some issues which need to be dealt with before we feature the article. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:23, 21 January 2026 (UTC) ===[[Ruta de los Conventos del Popocatépetl]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Ruta de los Conventos del Popocatépetl | blurb=The landscapes and towns around the volcano Popocatépetl can be explored as a cycling challenge. | status=Guide | time=Spring or fall probably (the article recommends late October for Dia de los Muertos) | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:08, 23 January 2026 (UTC) | comment=We've featured Mexican DotMs and OtBPs but this would be the first FTT. Overall the article looks good, but something has to be done about the eight redlinked places. If there's something to write about them they should get articles or if they are tiny and non-descript they can be delinked. | DotMImage=[[File:La explanada de María Auxiliadora. - panoramio.jpg|thumb|300px]] }} * '''Very very close''' per comment. [[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 16:08, 23 January 2026 (UTC) *'''Close''' per Ypsilon. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:06, 23 February 2026 (UTC) * Those red links bothered me too so I did a bit of research and found that all eight were places that had enough going on to warrant their own articles. Given that this itinerary is for a bike route, I thought that having more choices for places to eat and sleep would be particularly useful. I've created fully developed articles for all of them, all at a usable level. Add to them if you think they need more. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 01:03, 2 March 2026 (UTC) *'''Support''' - One of the most well-developed itineraries on the site, IMHO. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 01:03, 2 March 2026 (UTC) === [[Rail travel in the Czech Republic]] === {{FeatureNom | place=Rail travel in the Czech Republic | blurb=With a dense network and relatively affordable tickets, taking the train is a good way to explore Czechia. | status=Guide | time=Any, but probably best during the warmer half of the year | DotMImage=[[File:Jednotka 660 101-7 v Kutné Hoře během zkušební jízdy.jpg|thumb]] | comment=August's slots will soon open in the schedule and the FTT candidates not already in the schedule are suitable for Oct-Dec. Rail travel in CZ is a very strong usable so I just upgraded it to guide. It describes all the important aspects of train travel there, I think, though it could be useful to google some of things in the article e.g. to see if all those international services still run and check if all links are working. | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:00, 17 February 2026 (UTC) }} * '''Support''' pending mentioned checkup. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 19:00, 17 February 2026 (UTC) ::Checkups done; price updates, weblinks and named train lines checked. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:37, 14 August 2026 (UTC) * {{s}} I haven't been to Czechia yet, but I am somewhat familiar with the CZ rail network from some observations in both Austria and Slovakia. Most of it seems to check out with what I know, and the international services do look up to date (though I didn't check this in detail). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:45, 21 February 2026 (UTC) ===[[Rail travel in Montenegro]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Rail travel in Montenegro | blurb=Montenegro's rail network is neither fast nor extensive, but it has some of the most scenic landscapes you can experience in Europe for a very affordable price. | status=Guide | time=Summer months only (for the daytime Belgrade–Bar train) | nominatedBy=<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:06, 2 March 2026 (UTC) | comment=I found this good article from dewikivoyage some time ago and decided to translate it last week; I must say I'm quite pleased with how it turned out. Prices will need to be updated closer to featuring. Should probably be scheduled sometime in 2027 summer (one year after we feature rail travel in CZ). We've also never had any feature from Montenegro before, so this will be a first. | DotMImage=[[File:Zug in Podgorica.jpg|center|300px]] }} * {{s}} pending updates closer to featuring. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:06, 2 March 2026 (UTC) ===[[Broadway]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Broadway | blurb=One of the world's most famous streets connects many of Manhattan's top attractions to the much less busy town of Sleepy Hollow. | status=Guide | time=From Manhattan's nomination back in 2014: Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct | nominatedBy=[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 20:27, 6 March 2026 (UTC) | comment=Nice to see that the Broadway article is at guide status now; it's been a while since we've featured anything from the Big Apple so let's make that happen again! | DotMImage=[[File:Columbus Circle in New York City.jpg|thumb|300px]] }} * '''Support''' - we should check that the links are still working a month or so before we run the article on the Main Page. [[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 20:27, 6 March 2026 (UTC) * '''Support''' - per nomination. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 13:47, 10 March 2026 (UTC) ===[[Milford Road]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Milford Road | blurb=The road to New Zealand's most visited fiord may also be one of the world's most scenic: the 119-kilometre-long drive passes through many scenic valleys, waterfalls and lakes. | status=Guide | time=Southern summer, ideally | nominatedBy=//<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 01:30, 21 May 2026 (UTC) | comment=One of my favorite drives anywhere in the world for which the blurb should explain for itself. Ideally hoping to feature it during NZ peak season, preferably December, which would just make it short of 3 years since featuring [[Milford Sound]]. | DotMImage=[[File:Route to Milford Sound, Eglinton Valley.jpg|center|300px]] }} *{{s}} as nominator and writer. :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 01:31, 21 May 2026 (UTC) *{{o}} doesn't meet criteria to be featured as it is ''usable'' (should be guide or star to be featured). Needs more info: any places to eat or sleep along the route? Lede paragraph is weak....sounds wishy-washy, especially when it begins with "Possibly". I'd love to see it developed further and will gladly re-visit the article. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 12:46, 21 May 2026 (UTC) *:I'd forgotten to upgrade it when nominating it, but the reason why none of those are mentioned is because the article was intentionally written in such a way to avoid duplicating [[Fiordland National Park]]. I'll come to rewrite some of it in the upcoming few days and clarify a few things. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:02, 21 May 2026 (UTC) * '''Very close''' - I think it could be useful to have distances between the points written out but otherwise the article looks OK to me. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 14:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ===[[Albanian phrasebook]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Albanian phrasebook | blurb=The national language of Albania and Kosovo | status=Guide | time=We usually feature phrasebooks in the early year, and Albania is great to visit for spring. | nominatedBy=[[User:Yvwv|Yvwv]] ([[User talk:Yvwv|talk]]) 11:33, 15 July 2026 (UTC) | comment=We have no phrasebook scheduled. Albania has had one feature ever, and southeastern Europe has not had many features over all. | DotMImage=[[File:Revista Albania.jpg|center|200px]] }} * '''Support''' - yes, indeed it's time to have a phrasebook nominated to run in the beginning of 2027 and this is a good one with all words and phrases translated and transcribed. When I feel inspired I will add some pictures from Commons along the text to make it a bit more happier, as usual. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 14:19, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ===[[Cycling in Japan]]=== {{FeatureNom | place=Cycling in Japan | blurb=Cycling is a great way to get off the beaten path in Japan when exploring cities and the countryside. | status=Guide | time=Any | nominatedBy=[[User:Asamboi|Asamboi]] ([[User talk:Asamboi|talk]]) 23:50, 15 July 2026 (UTC) | comment= | DotMImage=[[File:豊浜大橋とrosso.jpg|center|300px]] }} * '''Needs work''' I really want to like this article because we need more cycling articles on the site, but this one isn't really particularly strong. It's been promoted to guide, but really doesn't feel like it earned that status since many sections are not fully developed and it is particularly lacking in recommended areas with good cycling infrastructure. The lede paragraph is weak and the banner isn't really appropriate to the topic since it communicates nothing at all about cycling. I hope this article can be better developed because it has potential. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 02:41, 16 July 2026 (UTC) :: I agree the "Tour cycling" section could be expanded, although IMHO this should mostly consist of pointers to itineraries or regions. Other than that, though, which specific sections do you feel are lacking? :: And the banner shows a portion of the [[Shimanami Kaido]], by far Japan's most famous cycling route. [[User:Asamboi|Asamboi]] ([[User talk:Asamboi|talk]]) 01:19, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::So you say. To me it looks like a busy bridge over a waterway. If it's a famous cycling route, then ''where's the bikes?'' [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 04:43, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::On the bridge and thus approximately 0.5 pixels high, since the two objects are at vastly different scales. The proposed lead image fits them into the same frame, but can't turned into a banner. [[User:Asamboi|Asamboi]] ([[User talk:Asamboi|talk]]) 07:58, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::::One can add a caption, seen on hovering. That way readers don't need to recognise the image to tell its relevance. I [[Special:Diff/5311101/5313579|did that now]]. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:10, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::A '''far''' better solution is to choose a better banner image that captures some of the magic of cycling in Japan and not praying that a reader will see non-existant bikes or read a caption. The banner image should be a '''visual''' attention grabber. Making sorry excuses for a badly selected image really doesn't help the traveler. [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 17:24, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: The attention grabber is the front page image (above), which contains a prominent bicycle. Since they need to click on it first, their attention has already been duly grabbed by the time they see the banner. ::::::: All that said, the banner of the target page is neither here nor there as far as topic selection is concerned. You said earlier that "many sections are not fully developed", can you expand on what you think is missing? [[User:Asamboi|Asamboi]] ([[User talk:Asamboi|talk]]) 23:57, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::The banner needs to be replaced as it is also used on [[Shimanami Kaido Bikeway]]. Banners should be unique. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::The banner has been changed. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 09:43, 5 August 2026 (UTC) * '''Needs work''' The article is surprisingly light on actual cycling details. Do city roads often have cycle lanes, or are there off road cycle tracks in the suburbs? We are told that you may have to pay for parking at a station, but how easy is to find bike storage at/near hotels, shops or museums. At the moment the article only really introduces cycling as an activity, not as a means of transport - how practical would it be to cycle from Tokyo to Kyoto? As a background it would interesting to know how popular cycling is in Japan. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:54, 21 July 2026 (UTC) * '''Comment''' - The article is tidy but quite short, maybe there are some things worth adding per other people's comments? --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 14:22, 22 July 2026 (UTC) 9hc63l7av9q52ple7ehlfbf2310y1vc 4 68856 5328620 5312392 2026-08-15T06:34:29Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ Bangalore is districtified 5328620 wikitext text/x-wiki {{shortcut|[[WV:GH]]}} Geography is one way of looking at travel (there are [[Wikivoyage:other ways of seeing travel|other ways of seeing travel]]). The geographical hierarchy is the way we arrange Wikivoyage articles according to their geography – what areas they contain, and what area they are contained within. Each level of the geographical hierarchy has an article of its own. ==Purpose== The point of the hierarchy is not to nitpick about geographical niceties, but to organize our work. What do we write Wikivoyage articles about? What are the subjects of our discussions? What kind of article do I write about topic X? A hierarchy of geographical units allows us to use them to identify things we write about, and thus how we write about them. For example, consider [[Catalonia]]. By understanding the hierarchy, a contributor can know that Catalonia is a [[Wikivoyage:geographical hierarchy#region|region]]. From there, they can figure out that the article about Catalonia should start with the [[Wikivoyage:region article template|region article template]]; that it should contain links to cities in Catalonia like [[Barcelona]]; and that there should be a link to the Catalonia article from its containing [[Wikivoyage:geographical hierarchy#country|country]], [[Spain]]. They also know what ''not'' to put in – that information about money should go up at the country level, and that listings for individual restaurants and hotels should go down at the [[Wikivoyage:geographical hierarchy#city|city]] level. By having a hierarchy, we don't have to figure out this stuff over and over again for every region in the world. Sure, there will be exceptions for every place, but by having rough guidelines, we can have a framework to make those exceptions against. These levels of hierarchy aren't hard and fast, and they're open to revision. But it makes sense for articles at a given level of hierarchy to have links to the next level down in the hierarchy, and for articles at the same level of hierarchy to be about the same<!-- the same in what respect?-->. Given that changes to the regional hierarchy often have a wide-ranging impact, it can be helpful to mention and discuss the proposed changes on the [[Wikivoyage:Using talk pages|discussion page]] of the appropriate region. ==The hierarchy== The Wikivoyage geographical hierarchy goes like this: *The Earth contains **[[Project:geographical hierarchy#Continents|Continents]], which contain... ***[[Project:geographical hierarchy#Continental sections|Continental sections]], which contain... ****[[Project:geographical hierarchy#Countries|Countries]], which contain... *****[[Project:geographical hierarchy#Regions|Regions]], which may contain... ******[[Project:geographical hierarchy#Regions|More regions]], which contain... *******[[Project:geographical hierarchy#Cities|Cities]], which may contain... ********[[Project:geographical hierarchy#Districts|Districts]]. *******[[Project:geographical hierarchy#Other divisions|Other divisions/rural areas]]. Levels in the hierarchy can be skipped if they don't make sense. For example, the country of [[Andorra]] is only a few square miles in size; it would be laughable to write articles about its different regions. ===Continents=== '''Continents''' are big sections of the globe. We've started with [[Asia]], [[Africa]], [[North America]], etc., and a separate pseudo-continent of [[Island nations]]. There's not actually much practical travel information that can be given on, say, [[Asia]], but it does provide a convenient container for the next level of hierarchy. {{see also|Wikivoyage:Continent article template}} ===Continental sections=== A '''section''' is a division of a continent into a logical travel part. Classic examples include [[Southeast Asia]] and [[Central Europe]]. Not all continents need to be divided into sections, and sometimes the sections chosen may be equivalent to national boundaries. For example, it's natural to divide [[North America]] into [[Canada]], the [[United States]], [[Mexico]], and [[Central America]], even though the first three are all individual countries. In a few cases these can have sub-sections; the [[Caribbean]] in [[North America]] contains the [[Lesser Antilles]] and the [[Leeward Antilles]], which consist of many countries and territories. ===Countries=== A '''country''' is usually a sovereign state territory on the globe, like [[Djibouti]], [[France]], or [[Brazil]]. Countries tend to be the level where information about currency, immigration, language, and culture are described. This level cannot be skipped. Some countries like [[Monaco]] or [[Singapore]] are so small that they can be considered single cities. In these cases, omit headings like "Cities" and "Other destinations" and add city-level headings like "Go next"; if such an article grows large enough, divide it into city districts. {{see also|Wikivoyage:Country article template}} ===Regions=== A '''region''' is a subnational division that is climatically, culturally, geographically, or politically coherent. Regions may lie along subnational borders&mdash;like states in the U.S., provinces in Canada, or departments in France&mdash;but more often they are above this level. One could divide Vietnam, for example, into the [[Northern Vietnam|North]] (Hanoi and environs), the [[Central Coast (Vietnam)|Central Coast]] (Danang, Hoi An, Nha Trang), the [[Central Highlands (Vietnam)|Central Highlands]] (Dalat and nearby) and the [[Southern Vietnam|South]] (Saigon and the Mekong Delta). Due to the diversity of regions, there is no single rule for regionalization, beyond doing our best to use divisions that are [[tcf|useful for the traveler]]. Importantly, we only add a level of regions when there is too much content in the existing breakdown. As a result, the regional hierarchy at Wikivoyage doesn't always follow the official breakdown &mdash; and frequently is much "flatter" than the official political or administrative breakdown. If there are more than nine cities or other destinations, but splitting into subregions does not otherwise make much sense, they can be grouped in the region article, to avoid overly long lists (see [[Wikivoyage:Article_templates/Sections#Cities|Article_templates/Sections#Cities]]). It's not impossible for regions to cross national borders&mdash;the [[Himalayas]] is a good example&mdash;but the idea is to have travel divisions below the nation level. Also, [[Project:Bodies of water|bodies of water]] are usually ''not'' considered regions, but exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis. Regions that do not follow the hierarchy are labeled ''[[Wikivoyage:Extraregion|extra-hierarchical regions]]''. For large countries, regions can and should contain other regions, to make it easier to grasp. For example, the [[United States]] has 50 legal divisions – more, if you count territories like the [[Washington, D.C.|District of Columbia]] or [[Guam]] – which is probably too many bits for people to grasp all at once. We've divided the U.S. into 10–12 regions, each of which in turn contains one or more of the American states (which are themselves divided into regions). It may be reasonable to do this in other countries, although (as noted above) it's not always necessary to divide our regions along political boundaries. Some territories are far from their associated country ([[French Guiana]], [[Easter Island]] etc), have special political status ([[Svalbard]], [[Hong Kong]] etc), or claim sovereignty without wide recognition ([[Palestinian territories]], [[Somaliland]], [[Taiwan]], [[Transnistria]], etc). Wikivoyage's categorization of these territories [[Wikivoyage:The traveller comes first|should make sense to a visitor from abroad]]; especially when it comes to [[transportation]] and [[border controls]]. For instance, [[French Guiana]]'s location in [[South America]] is more relevant to most travellers than its political association with [[France]], so it is described as a "country" in South America. While [[Svalbard]] has a free immigration system and is in the Arctic Ocean far from mainland Europe, it is governed by Norway, and all regular flights to Svalbard arrive from Norway where passengers need to clear Norwegian border controls; therefore Svalbard is described as a region of Norway. [[Taiwan]] and [[Transnistria]] are functionally independent countries with individual border policies, so they are described as countries. The status of an article does not imply any political endorsement; see [[Wikivoyage:Be fair]]. {{see also|Wikivoyage:Region article template|Wikivoyage:Bodies of water|Wikivoyage:Extraregion}} ===Cities=== A '''city''' is, in reality, the unit of travel guide geography. It's where you arrive to, where you go see sights, where you find a hotel, where you eat in restaurants, where you move on from when you're done. Wikivoyage's definition of a "city" is flexible: they may be literal incorporated ''cities'', but they can also be larger ''metropolitan areas'' with suburbs and satellite cities, like [[Los Angeles]] or [[Paris]], or they can be smaller ''towns or villages'', like [[Zermatt]] or [[Panmunjeom]]. Occasionally a city-level destination article will cover a large rural area, serving as a container for multiple tiny villages, parks or islands. Whether particular suburbs, satellite cities, and villages deserve their own Wikivoyage entries is a matter of judgement – usually depending on the amount of information about those places. We have different templates to deal with cities of different sizes and complexity. Most information in Wikivoyage will be about specific cities – the practical dollars-and-addresses info. See [[Project:What is an article?|What is an article?]] for help in drawing the line between cities and attractions in cities, as well as dealing with non-settlement destinations like national parks. {{see also|Wikivoyage:Small city article template|Wikivoyage:Big city article template|Wikivoyage:Huge city article template}} ===Districts=== Some '''cities''' are so big and diverse that there's too much information for one Wikivoyage article. It would make sense, then, to divide the city again into ''districts'', so that practical info – hotel listings, restaurants, bars, sightseeing attractions – can get their due. Examples of districts in [[San Francisco]] would be [[San Francisco/Golden Gate]], [[San Francisco/Tenderloin]], and [[San Francisco/Mission]]. Whether to break a city into districts is a matter of content, not so much the city's land area or population. [[Lubbock]] is a big city geographically, but it just doesn't have enough ''stuff'' to write about to justify classifying it as a "huge" city and breaking it down into district articles. As a general principle, a city with over a million inhabitants could be considered for districtification, but there are much bigger cities (e.g. [[Ibadan]], [[Kinshasa]] or [[Jaipur]]) for which districtification does not assist the traveller and some smaller cities (e.g. [[Canberra]], [[Richmond]] or [[Charlotte]]) that work better with it. {{see also|Wikivoyage:District article template}} ==={{anchor|Airport}} Other divisions=== Many attractions, restaurants, and retreats do not fit neatly into the categories listed above. In particular, large rural areas (e.g., [[Rural Montgomery County]] or [[Western Barbados]]), in which individual towns do not merit their own articles—which would lead to an excess of articles, and content spread across too many separate pages—can benefit from having their own articles. Other divisions are essentially deliberate agglomerations of areas that don't fit into our city articles. Choose names for this section that best represent their nature: "regions" (note that this term in this case ''does not correspond'' to the region articles described above, which contain other articles); "rural areas," which obviously suit rural areas well; or "other areas" for cases that are not so neat. In some cases, it may make sense to treat a small city or town and its surrounding rural villages as one entity. If helpful, you may think of other divisions as "bottom level regions," in which listings are allowed. Most "large, sparsely-populated rural area" articles will fit into the [[Wikivoyage:Rural area article template]], or in [[Wikivoyage:Small city article template]] as if they were individual towns or cities. There are a few special categories of article which have their own specific template: the [[Wikivoyage:Airport Expedition|Airport Expedition]] has an [[Wikivoyage:airport article template|airport article template]], [[Wikivoyage:Station articles list|railway stations]] have a [[Wikivoyage:Station article template|station article template]], and a large provincial or national park may use the [[Wikivoyage:national park article template|national park article template]]. ===Examples=== Here's an example of the hierarchical levels described above: *Asia (continent) *Africa (continent) *Europe (continent) *North America (continent) **Canada (country) **Mexico (country) **United States of America (country) ***New England (region) ***Midwest (region) ***California (region) ****Sacramento Valley (region) ****Sierra Nevada (region) ****Bay Area (region) *****Berkeley (city) *****Palo Alto (city) *****San Francisco (city) ******Mission-Bernal Heights (district) ******Golden Gate (district) ******Castro-Noe Valley (district) The hierarchy of each article is automatically displayed in the [[Project:Breadcrumb navigation|breadcrumb navigation]] menu at the top of each article. For example, Castro Street's breadcrumb menu shows: : [[North America]] > [[United States of America]] > [[California]] > [[Bay Area (California)|Bay Area]] > [[San Francisco]] > [[San Francisco/Castro-Noe Valley|Castro-Noe Valley]] Creating these menus requires entering the correct ''isPartOf'' tag, see [[Project:Breadcrumb navigation|breadcrumb navigation]] for the details. ==Dividing geographical units== Dividing geographical units is something of a dark art. Use caution, consensus, and collaboration when possible. Some of the geographical units in this hierarchy are easy to decide on, in that they have legal boundaries: cities and countries, for example. Others are so well accepted that it's hard to imagine them being controversial, such as continents. But the others &ndash; continental sections, regions, and city districts &ndash; have fuzzier boundaries and definitions. How, then, do we decide where to define them? Some guidelines are: *'''[[Wikivoyage:Avoid long lists|The 7 ± 2 rule]]'''. Our hierarchies work best with a moderate number of items at each level; a good target is around seven items, plus or minus two. With fewer than five items, the subdivision starts to appear inefficient and excessive; with more than nine, it becomes difficult for the reader to distinguish the individual items. As such, when the number of subdivisions exceeds nine, it's time to start looking at an intermediate subdivision. That's not to say we never exceed nine! Sometimes there's just no logical alternative division, particularly at the lowest levels of the hierarchy. Remember: when dividing regions, use a breakdown that is most practical from [[Wikivoyage:The traveller comes first|the traveller's viewpoint]], even if that creates a hierarchy that violates the 7±2 rule of thumb. *'''Traditional definitions'''. Some regions or continental sections or districts have traditional definitions: the [[Benelux]] countries, [[The Lake District]], the American [[Southwest (United States of America)|Southwest]]. It's best when possible to follow these traditional groupings, as travellers will recognize them. *'''Political or legal definitions'''. Some countries are divided into states, provinces, counties, cantons or what have you by their governments. It sometimes makes sense to use these if they're the best way to break up a region, and when they're not so numerous they'd grossly violate the 7±2 rule. For example, [[Mexico]] has 32 states&mdash;far too many to be top level regions. *'''Geography'''. Some areas have clear geographical features that are recognizable to travellers and dictate the kind of activities can be undertaken there. For example, the [[Finger Lakes]] or the [[Saxon Ore Mountains]]. *'''Language or cultural definitions'''. Some countries have clean divisions between language or ethnic lines. So, for example, [[Belgium]] might be easy to divide into Dutch-speaking [[Flanders]] and French-speaking [[Wallonia]]. ===Districts in cities=== Deciding when the city should be treated as [[Project:Huge city article template|huge]] and therefore needs districts articles is a bit tricky. It's easy to create dozens of district articles, but from this point it may become a nightmare to keep them organized and synchronized. This is why we have some recommendations on when to districtify: * don't start splitting a city into districts before there's enough content * don't create district articles until you have proposed a comprehensive districts hierarchy for the city, which has no gaps, no overlap * don't start moving out information into districts unless you have at least one contributor who is willing and ready to rewrite the main article sections, to give overviews with pointers to the most important and relevant information within the district articles. * avoid creating a separate district article until we have enough content for it * to breed content for a district(s), you can create a subsection for that district(s) in the respective section (See, Do, Eat, Sleep) in the main city article Once we have enough content for creating a district article, we want to make sure it's clear where all the information goes. Prior to adding district articles: * define district borders for those districts that we are ready to separate; ideally have a map clearly showing districts and borders * post the district borders section on the city article's talk page Once the new district articles have been created, all listings should be moved to district articles. Consider putting the template '''{{tl|movetodistrict}}''' at the start of sections that need to be sorted into districts. This adds a message which encourages editors to move the content. Remove '''movetodistrict''' when the content has been moved out. ===Note on legal names versus travel names=== The legal divisions in the geography of the world – nations, provinces, and municipalities – don't necessarily make for reasonable travel divisions. Just because a national government decides it would be easier to administer an area by laying down lines on an official map doesn't mean that the official legal divisions deserve separate articles in Wikivoyage. For example, the island of [[Bali]] in Indonesia has 8 regencies, but a different regional structure is used instead. <!--Yes, [[Baja California (state)|Baja California Norte]] and [[Baja California Sur]] are actually two different Mexican states, but for purposes of a Wikivoyage article, it makes sense to combine them into [[Baja California]]. Maybe this is a bad example? Check out the Baja California article; it's actually further divided into two states in our hierarchy as well. --> ===Overlap=== In general, we try to avoid overlap between two destination guides, unless one destination contains the other. If we have overlapping guides, readers don't know where to go to get travel information, and contributors don't know where to put travel information. It's also easier to draw [[Project:Mapmaking Expedition|maps]] for a destination if none of the parts of the destination overlap. No two regions at the same level of the hierarchy should overlap. Nonetheless, if a subregion is commonly understood as belonging to more than one parent region (e.g., [[Russia]] is in both [[Asia]] and [[Europe]]) it is perfectly fine to list it in both parent regions ''as long as this does not create significant content overlap''. A region's [[Project:Breadcrumb navigation|breadcrumb trail]], however, will display only a single parent region in a strict hierarchical fashion. Occasionally a well-defined region will straddle a political boundary between two countries, states, or provinces. It is usually preferable to deal with these instances as a single region, rather than dividing them up into unnatural, small pieces divided by the imaginary lines of borders. We have a template for [[Wikivoyage:Extraregion|extra-hierarchical regions]], things that are clearly regions but do not fit in our hierarchy; for instance: * [[Niagara Falls]] on the Canada-US boundary, and [[Nogales]] on the US-México border. These are covered by an {{tl|extraregion}} plus a city article for each side. * [[Lake Tai]] in China has an extraregion article, and there are articles for about half a dozen cities around it. * [[Thousand Islands]], a highly-rural mix of parkland, tiny cottages and the occasional isolated hamlet, is breadcrumbed to [[North America]] as it's split by the [[Ontario]]-[[New York State]] boundary but is not populous enough to fill a Niagara Falls-style pair of city articles. * Mountain ranges often extend across borders, so articles like [[Himalayas]] or [[Appalachian Mountains]] are tagged as extra regions. * Many river systems do not get articles, and some of those that do get itinerary articles such as [[Along the Yangtze River]], but some get extra region articles like [[Great Lakes]]. * Some geographic regions take up the vast majority of their parent country or region, such as the [[Lower Peninsula]] in Michigan and [[Honshu]] in Japan. These are tagged as extra regions and regions that divide up these extra regions are used in the hierarchy instead. The extra region template should be used sparingly; not all regions that cross borders require it. Often it is enough to have one article in the main region that mentions the other regions. * [[Lake Tahoe]], a region in both [[California]] and [[Nevada]], is breadcrumbed to California. * [[Yellowstone National Park]] spans portions of three US states, but is treated as if it were primarily in [[Wyoming]]. * [[Sioux City]] is primarily in [[Iowa]], although it sprawls into two other US states. * [[Kansas City]] is divided by the [[Kansas]]-[[Missouri]] border; there is an article for each side, with Kansas City MO as the main entry. * [[Glenrio]], on the Texas-New Mexico border, is too small for two articles as it's a [[ghost town]]. It's breadcrumbed to the [[Texas Panhandle]]. ===Gaps=== Regions and districts breakdowns should never leave any gaps. Wikivoyage is a guide to the ''world'', and there should be a space to add content for travel advice on any destination on the planet. ===Remote or inaccessible destinations=== Some remote destinations, especially oceanic islands and enclaves/exclaves, have no scheduled connections or hospitality venues; entrance might also be legally restricted. These are of little interest to the average traveller, but articles about them can have some trivia value. While these locations can be difficult to fit into the hierarchy, they should still go somewhere. The blurb of the superior article should tell the reader whether the destination is remote or inaccessible. * [[Antarctica]], including surrounding islands, is described as a continent. * Some remote destinations, especially [[islands]], go under the [[Other destinations]] category. * Overseas territories, which are distant from their parent country, are placed into regions along geographic (not political) lines. [[U.S. Virgin Islands]] is breadcrumbed to [[Caribbean]], not to [[United States of America|USA]]. * Crewed [[space]] travel, including the Apollo [[moon]]shots, is a special case; it might fit [[other destinations]] or be treated as a [[travel topic]]. * A territory not too far from an associated country can be categorized as a region of that country: For example, [[Jan Mayen]] is described as a region of [[Norway]], and [[Easter Island]] as a region of [[Chile]]. * Some places can be described as part of a continental section. [[Europa Island]] and the [[Glorioso Islands]] are part of the [[East African Islands]] region, on a secondary "countries and territories" list. * Isolated man-made structures such as Sealand, or very small islets such as ATOW1996 might be less suitable for a separate article, and might be described as a venue within a nearby destination or as an "other destination" of a region (these two in [[Felixstowe]] and [[Northern Greenland]] respectively). * [[Next-to-impossible destinations]] is a non-geographic list of many of these places, and that's where e.g. Rockall is described. ===Linking articles=== Every city or other destination article should be listed in at least one region article, as it should be possible to navigate through the hierarchy to each and every destination article on the site. '''Cities''', '''Other divisions''', and '''Other destinations''' should be mentioned under those section headings in at least the surrounding '''Region''' article. This should normally be the same article mentioned in the '''IsIn''' or '''IsPartOf''' template. '''Regions''' should be mentioned in both the next larger region up in the hierarchy and in all the destinations within that region. When '''Destinations''' are close to each other, but not in the same regional hierarchy, it is useful to mention them in each other's '''Go next''' section. ===Keeping it together=== Sometimes it may be better to keep things together rather than subdividing further. Do not create an article about a geographical unit just because someone has given a name to some part of the countryside. Geographical unit articles need to meet the [[Project:What is an article?|criteria for articles]] too. There should be enough scope in the article to have at least 4 or 5 good quality destinations or attractions, especially for regions. ==See also== * [[Wikivoyage:Article naming conventions]] — once you've figured out the size of the place, these rules will help you decide a name for it {{WikivoyageDoc|policies}} a62ncax87szrikzdcepu4ut4f70hygk 4 69048 5328621 5005367 2026-08-15T06:36:29Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Hierarchy */ 5328621 wikitext text/x-wiki {{shortcut|[[Anc]]}} {{nutshell|Use the most common English name for a place — which may not be its official name.}} There are lots of places in the world, with lots of names in lots of languages. The following conventions are intended to make it easier to decide how to write place names, and how to read and find things in Wikivoyage. Most of the following apply to destinations as well as other kinds of articles. == Article naming == This version of Wikivoyage is in English (there are other [[Project:language versions of Wikivoyage|language versions of Wikivoyage]]), so articles should use the city, region or country name '''most commonly used''' in English-speaking countries. This means that official names are often not appropriate for use as article names. Examples: * [[Beijing]], not ''Peking'' * [[Saint Petersburg]], not ''Leningrad'' or ''Санкт-Петербу́рг'' * [[Geneva]], not ''Genf'' or ''Genève'' * [[Mexico City]], not ''México'' or ''Ciudad de México'' * [[Tokyo]], not ''Tōkyō'' or 東京 * [[Bangkok]], not กรุงเทพฯ or ''Krung Thep'' If there are other names for a destination — especially the name in the local language — by all means, include that information in the article itself. For example, an English-speaking traveller to [[Lisbon]] should know that it's called ''Lisboa'' in Portuguese; they ''may'' be interested that it was called ''Olisipo'' by the Romans. Other examples: * Athens (Αθήνα, ''Athína'') is the capital city of Greece. * Seoul (서울) is the capital of South Korea. === When there are multiple names === For destinations where multiple names or spellings are in use and there isn't an obviously correct English name, the title should be the most commonly-used name in the local language. For places where the local language doesn't use the English (or Latin) alphabet, try to form a [[Project:Romanization|Romanized]] version. In these cases, it is important to create a [[Project:How to redirect a page|redirect]] for the alternate versions of the name. The guiding principle here is [[Project:the traveller comes first|the traveller comes first]]. Use common sense and consensus to resolve naming conflicts. ===Romanization=== {{anchor|Romanisation}} Use only the '''characters of the [[:Wikipedia:Latin alphabet|Latin alphabet]]''' for all article names (not just place names). Latin characters are the letters A through Z, capitalized or not, ''with or without [[:Wikipedia:Diacritic|accents/diacritics]], and including ligatures (such as æ, Æ)''. Latin characters are much, much easier for English-speaking readers and contributors to "sound out" or to type (say, for the search tool) than non-Latin characters. When using accents/diacritics and/or ligatures, please also create redirects without them (e.g. the article named [[Ærø]] should have redirects named [[Aero]] and [[Aeroe]]). When languages use the Roman alphabet with a small number of additional characters, such as the Icelandic "þ" and "ð" or German "ß", these can be used in article names as well, although again alternatives using substitute spellings should be created as redirects. ''See also'': '''[[Project:Romanization|Romanization]]''' for language-specific conventions. ===Examples=== When determining an article name, use the following guidelines: # Are there multiple names in use for the destination? If not, the article name is obvious. Example: [[Chicago]]. # If there are multiple names for a destination, is one so much more commonly used in English-speaking countries that '''not''' using it as the article name would cause confusion? Example: [[Geneva]] instead of ''Genf'' or ''Genève''. # If there are multiple names for a destination and one does not meet the "so much more commonly used" exception above, use the local name and create redirects for the alternate version. Example: [[Ærø]] is the article name, and redirects should be created for the alternate versions [[Aero]] and [[Aeroe]]. Additional examples: * [[São Paulo]] is the article name. A redirect should be set up for [[Sao Paulo]] since both names are used in English-speaking countries and "São Paulo" is the name in local use. * [[Mexico]] is the article name. A redirect should be set up for [[México]], since the former is ''always'' used in English-speaking countries. * [[Þingvellir National Park]] is the article name. A redirect should be set up for [[Thingvellir National Park]] since both names are used in English-speaking countries and "Þingvellir National Park" is the name in local use. ===Consistency=== All use of a place name throughout any article should be consistent with the article title for that destination. In other words, naming should be consistent, regardless of whether it is the article title, or written anywhere else. ==Hierarchy== The shorter we make our URLs, the easier they are to remember and the more likely people are to pass them around. For place names, the basic name of the place, without a whole bunch of localizing addenda, is the best. In other words, [[Denver]] is all you need to find the city of Denver in [[Colorado]]. Avoid using <nowiki>[[Denver, Colorado]]</nowiki> or <nowiki>[[Denver, Colorado, United States]]</nowiki>. The place of Denver in the world should be clear from the Denver page, or from the [[Colorado]] or even [[United States]] articles. The Breadcrumbs should resolve any remaining ambiguities. If, and only if, two or more places have the same name, and each also needs a separate Wikivoyage article, then the article titles should be ''disambiguated'' by adding a ''disambiguator'' (See below). ===Region=== Many regions have local names that work well in the Wikivoyage hierarchy, such as the [[Green Mountains]] or the [[Ozarks]]. In other cases the most common name might use a directional indicator, such as [[Northeast Ohio]]; in these cases it is important to remember to use the '''common name''' and to avoid the temptation to create a region with a name like "Northeast (Ohio)". In this case, someone visiting [[Ohio]] is '''not''' going to visit ''Northeast'', they will be visiting ''Northeast Ohio''. ===Cities, towns, villages and other destinations=== When deciding on the place name to use, avoid using the legalistic terms such as ''City of'', ''City'', ''Town of'', ''Township'', ''Village of'', ''Village'' and similar descriptions, unless ''City'', ''Town'', ''Village'', etc. is ''normally'' used as part of the place name as in [[Mexico City]]. A good test is to ask if you would still be discussing the same place if the extra term was omitted from the place name. ===Districts=== An exception to excluding hierarchy from article names is [[Project:geographical hierarchy#Districts|districts]] in a city. These have names of the form "''Name of city''/''Name of district''". Examples: *[[San Francisco/Civic Center-Tenderloin]] *[[London/Leicester Square]] *[[Bangkok/Sukhumvit]] Keep district names short; in particular, don't repeat the name of the city unless it's official. [[Amsterdam/East]] is as clear as and much shorter than "Amsterdam/East Amsterdam". ==Disambiguation== Sometimes different places have the same name, and require disambiguation. In most cases this is easy to solve, using one of the first two rules here. In a few cases, rule 3 or 4 comes into play. #If two places are on the ''same'' level of the [[Project:geographical hierarchy|geographical hierarchy]] (e.g. both are cities), put the country of each in parentheses after their names. ''Example:'' [[Nanao (Japan)]]. In certain countries, a more precise level of disambiguation is necessary or more natural, such as: #*Places in [[Australia]] use the ''state'' or ''territory'' as the disambiguator. ''Example:'' [[Stratford (Victoria)]]. #*Places in [[Canada]] use the ''province'' or ''territory'' as the disambiguator. ''Example:'' [[Windsor (Ontario)]]. #*Places in metropolitan [[France]] (i.e. mainland France and Corsica) should use the country as the disambiguator (''example:'' [[Bayonne (France)]]), but places in Overseas France, including the five overseas departments, should use the ''department'' or ''collectivity'' as the disambiguator (''example:'' [[Saint-Pierre (Martinique)]]). However, if a place in metropolitan France is disambiguated because a place in Overseas France has the same name, use the official region as the disambiguator (''example:'' [[Saint-Denis (Île-de-France)]] or [[Saint-Louis (Haut-Rhin)]]) #*Places in [[South Africa]] use the ''province'' as the disambiguator. ''Example:'' [[Middelburg (Eastern Cape)]]. #*Places in the [[United Kingdom]] use the ''constituent country'' &ndash; not the county or sovereign state &ndash; as the disambiguator. ''Example:'' [[Haverhill (England)]]. #*Places in the [[United States of America]] use the ''state'' as the disambiguator. ''Example:'' [[Venice (California)]]. #*If two places are on the ''same'' level of the [[Project:geographical hierarchy|geographical hierarchy]] and they are in the same country, put the highest level of geographical hierarchy unique to each place in parentheses after their names. ''Example:'' [[Ko Chang (Southern Thailand)]]. #If two places are on ''different'' levels in the [[Project:geographical hierarchy|geographical hierarchy]], put the name of each geographical level in parentheses. ''Examples:'' [[Georgia (state)]] and [[Georgia (country)]]; [[Nakhchivan (city)]] and [[Nakhchivan (region)]]. Note that in the US, counties are known as "X County" and shouldn't require this kind of disambiguation from cities of the same name. #In a few extremely rare cases it won't be possible to disambiguate places only using these two rules. ''If and only if'' this happens, use both the name of the geographical level ''and'' the name of the country/state/province. ''Example:'' The cities of [[Durham (North Carolina)]] and [[Durham (New Hampshire)]] can be disambiguated by rule number 1. But there is ''both'' a region and a city called Durham in [[Ontario]]. Hence [[Durham (region, Ontario)]] and [[Durham (town, Ontario)]], since the latter is not the only [[Durham (town)]] (rule number 2) nor the only [[Durham (Ontario)]] (rule number 1). #As an exception, if one place is ''so much more famous'' than others with the same name that the disambiguation is a hindrance rather than a help, leave it without a disambiguator on the end. This is rare, and if you even have to ''think'' about which place is "more famous", go back to rule 1. ''Examples:'' [[Paris]] is the capital of France; [[Paris (Texas)]] is a nice little prairie town in the US. [[London]] is the capital of the United Kingdom; [[London (Ontario)]] is a mid-sized city in [[Canada]]. [[Peru]] is the country in South America; [[Peru (Indiana)]] is a town in the [[Midwest]] of the United States. #*When a place meets the "so much more famous" criteria, that non-disambiguated article should include the template <nowiki>{{otheruses}}</nowiki> at the top of the page, which will automatically provide a link to a disambiguation page for the others. For example: [[Paris]] uses <nowiki>{{otheruses}}</nowiki> to automatically create a link to [[Paris (disambiguation)]]. #*Provinces and prefectures surrounding important cities of the same name are common examples of the "so much more famous" rule. When a city X and its surrounding region share exactly the same name, and the city is much better known, the city gets "X" and the province goes in "X (province)". ''Examples:'' [[Buenos Aires]] and [[Buenos Aires (province)]], [[Hiroshima]] and [[Hiroshima (prefecture)]], [[Utrecht]] and [[Utrecht (province)]]. If there are 3 or more places with the same name, use rule 1 first (for places on the same level of hierarchy) before using rule 2 (for places on a different level of hierarchy). You can use a single vertical-bar "pipe" character to hide disambiguators in the text of an article. For example, type <nowiki>[[Georgia (state)|]] and it will be automatically expanded to [[Georgia (state)|Georgia]]</nowiki>, and appear in articles as simply [[Georgia (state)|Georgia]]. When two places share the same name a [[Project:disambiguation pages|disambiguation page]] should be created, and added to [[Project:Links to disambiguating pages]]. The name of this page should usually be the common name, for example [[Georgia]]. If one place meets the "so much more famous" exception, the disambiguation page should be named "X (disambiguation)" where "X" is the common name. ''Example:'' [[Buenos Aires (disambiguation)]]. Links in other articles that point to the disambiguation page should be updated to point to the appropriate disambiguat''ed'' page. See [[Project:How to rename a page]] for details on how to disambiguate an existing topic. ==Capitalization== {{anchor|Capitalisation}} {{see also|Wikivoyage:Capitalization}} Most place names are capitalized in English. Short words like "of", "and", and "the" usually are not. So, for example, [[United States of America]] is the preferred capitalization. For articles that aren't place names, capitalize the first word, and then don't capitalize things that don't need to be capitalized. For example, [[Discount airlines in Europe]] rather than "Discount Airlines In Europe", and [[Project:Manual of style|Manual of style]] rather than "Manual of Style". =="The"== {{shortcut|[[WV:THE]]}} If a destination name normally starts with the word "the", leave it off for the article name. Examples: *The [[Channel Islands]] *The [[French Alps]] *The [[Gambia]] *The [[Grand Canyon]] *The [[Northern Territory]] *The [[Yukon]] Exceptions: [[The Hague]], [[Sydney/The Rocks|The Rocks]] and [[The Catlins]], where "The" is a fixed part of the name. ==Abbreviations== Places called '''Saint''' or '''Mount''' ''something or other'' often have the name abbreviated as '''St.''', '''Mt.''', '''St''' or '''Mt''' ''something or other''. To avoid confusion and multiple articles, the abbreviation should be avoided and the words spelled out in full, unless the ''official'' place name spelling (such as [[Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park]]) uses the abbreviation. Note: By convention, [[St. John's]] in Newfoundland is always abbreviated to distinguish it from [[Saint John]] in New Brunswick. Also avoid contractions like [[Turks and Caicos Islands|Turks & Caicos Islands]] but spell the conjunction too, so the article is named [[Turks and Caicos Islands]]. ==Separating words== Separate words with a ''single'' '''space''' character rather than apostrophes, dashes or hyphens, unless the place name is normally spelled that way. ==Numbers== Spell numbers out, unless they are actually part of the name. For example, use [[Eight mile junction]] instead of [[8 mile junction]] as the number is spelled out on signs, though [[Route 66]] or [[E8 through Finland and Norway|E8]] should be used if the names are normally displayed that way or if the number is routinely displayed on its own. ==Non-alphabetic characters== Try to avoid using non-alphabetic characters, even when they are actually part of the name. The following characters should be avoided if possible: * '''#''' – Hash or pound mark: Used in web page address to indicate a section. * '''?''' – Question mark: Used in web page address to indicate the start of a query string. * '''/''' – Slash: Separates a major page from a sub page. * ''':''' – Colon: Separates the wiki article namespace from an article name. Should only be used with valid name spaces. * '''&''' – Ampersand: Used in web page addresses to separate the parameters of a query string. Shows up as "&amp;amp;" in markers in the {{tl|mapframe}}. For example, [[#browns]] should never be used at the title of an article about [[Hash browns]]. In this case the link goes to the '''browns''' section on this page, which doesn't exist. If any of these problematic characters are used in the article name, you could find that the article is tricky to link or move, or pages that link to the article may produce errors. ==Section headings== Section headings in articles should follow most of the same formatting conventions as article titles. Section headings should usually come from the appropriate [[Project:article skeleton templates|article skeleton]] for a destination. ==Official names== An alternative policy for article naming is to use the destination's ''official'' name. Often, the official name is also the most common English name, so there's no problem. 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VfDs going well above the 14 days (to which I still argue the solution is to reduce the time period to prevent discussion fatigue, but I digress), featured articles not being updated on time, touting left for hours on end, more spam...the list goes on. At least out of the 23 active sysops, the current team seem to be doing reasonably well, so I think this is really a call for more admins. For anyone hesitant, it's not a huge time commitment, but just more people having the ability to do these tasks alone will help out a lot. I'm more than happy to give any feedback to anyone considering running. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:49, 11 June 2026 (UTC) :At least for myself, this is partly explained by diverting some of my time and energy to perform CheckUser blocks. With more of us (yes, like you SHB who is now a steward) taking on additional roles both within and external to Wikivoyage, and [https://stats.wikimedia.org/#/en.wikivoyage.org more edits to vet through] compared to a year ago, we need to start thinking about admin retention (beyond just editor retention). This was one of the [[wikimania:2025:Program/Where are all the Wikipedia administrators? A panel discussion about the future of administrators on Wikipedia.|panel discussion in Wikimania Nairobi]] last year (full disclosure: I was invited, and accepted, to participate in this panel after arriving in Nairobi). What I'm curious to know is the general threshold (account age and edit count) that our community finds a candidate to be acceptable. When I look into the archived nominations, almost all the candidates are either sure-in (7+ year account with 5000+ edits) or sure-out (3-month account with under 50 edits). [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 15:15, 11 June 2026 (UTC) ::Couple thousand edits, couple years? Realistically, [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:ActiveUsers?username=&groups%5B%5D=autopatrolled&wpFormIdentifier=specialactiveusers the list of active autopatrolled editors] is probably the candidate pool. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:07, 11 June 2026 (UTC) :::The last admin nomination had quite low participation, relative to the size of the current active editor pool. We first need to encourage more people to participate in voting/discussion. And if someone has no strong inclinations to support or oppose, a "Neutral" or "Comment" with reasons will still provide value to the nomination, and help the closer decide whether consensus has been achieved or not. [[User:DaGizza|<span style="color:teal">Gizza</span>]]^{(<i>[[User_talk:DaGizza|<span style="color:teal">roam</span>]]</i>)} 01:31, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I didn't want to comment there, because I don't know enough about the Justin's wikipedia ban, which sounds serious... But the other two topics - it's strange to me that being non-nuclear regarding AC is still a topic, after all these years, and seems to cover any other good work a person may have done. Also I don't understand how any past participation on WT is a blocker point... So I didn't vote. -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 10:10, 12 June 2026 (UTC) :::::If you have an opinion about an admin nomination, do feel free to offer it. And for everyone: every user is entitled to offer an opinion about user rights nominations. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:39, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Seconded this – RfAs (or any nomination, really) aren't votes, so neutrals provide just as much value to the discussion as a support or an oppose. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:25, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::Oh thanks for the stats link – I guess that explains everything. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:20, 12 June 2026 (UTC) :I do start to wonder if this also builds the case for automating things that are otherwise tedious or just annoying to do by hand...maybe something worth looking into. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:37, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::Can you give an example of that kind of edit? The important things usually require human judgment. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:42, 13 June 2026 (UTC) :::Things like [[WV:VfD]] (a gadget similar to the one on Commons – shouldn't be too hard to tweak to this site) and maybe featured articles is what I'm thinking. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:10, 14 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Do you mean that you want a script that will put <code><nowiki>{{vfd}}</nowiki></code> on the article and automatically add a new ===Section=== at the end of the [[Wikivoyage:Votes for deletion]] page? That sounds like a case of https://xkcd.com/1319/ to me. ::::It looks like we had a VFD nomination about twice a week last year. A script could save about one minute per nomination (probably less, but let's stick to round numbers). If it was used for every single nomination (plausible; for comparison, enwiki uses Twinkle for about 90% of AFD nominations), that would collectively save editors about 90 minutes per year. Therefore, if it takes more than 90 minutes to set up, the net benefit wouldn't be seen for longer than a year. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 21:42, 14 June 2026 (UTC) :::::It is more than just that: the gadget would also notify editors (something that we currently don't do), and also potentially append <code><nowiki>''Not ending before {{subst:#time:H:i j F Y (T)|+2 week}}''</nowiki></code> at the top of each nomination to prevent nominations from going untouched. All these would just be annoying to do by hand, and something that can easily be done through a gadget that likely won't take all that long to create (since equivalents exist elsewhere and it's not hard to tweak + modernise it to this site). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:09, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Notifying editors is maybe nice, most of the time, but I think that two weeks is easy enough to do in your head that I see no particular value in the "Not ending before" idea. In particular, it feels like something that would make the rules be even more rigid. Enwiki has had fights over deletion discussions that closed less than one hour before the official time. I would not want us to take any step that could lead us even a tiny step towards that sort of expectation. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ===Activity level=== I looked at all 33 admins and see whether they're active (using [[w:WP:ACTIVE|WP's definition]] of 5 mainspace edits in last 30 days). I have accounted for [https://meta.toolforge.org/stewardry/enwikivoyage?sysop=1&bureaucrat=1&checkuser=1 logged actions], which did not change the table. '''TLDR: We may be losing 6 admins (18.2%) of the entire admin corp before the calendar turns 2027.''' Here is the current snapshot: {| class="wikitable" |+ Admin activity snapshot (as of June 15, 2026) |- ! Criteria !! Total number !! % of entire admin corp |- | Not active (<5 mainsapce edits in last 30 days) || 19^ || 57.8% |- | Inactive (0 edits in last 1+ years) || 6* || 18.2% |- | Inactive and in imminent risk for sysop removal (0 edits in 2 years) || 2† || 6.7% |} <nowiki>^</nowiki> Includes 1 of the 3 CheckUser. <br /> <nowiki>*</nowiki> All 6 of them have not edited for 1.5 years, and would be "sysop removal" eligible before the end of the year if they don't come back. <br /> <nowiki>†</nowiki> Their desysop was deferred [[Wikivoyage talk:Administrators#Inactive administrators as of 2026-03|in March 2026]] for lack of notification to the affected users. I think it's time that we loosen up our community criteria to counter "edit count creep". [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Wikivoyage:Travellers%27_pub&diff=prev&oldid=5291044 Couple thousand edits and couple of years] may be too stringent to our current needs. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 02:19, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :We need to be careful how much we loosen requirements. There are security issues involved in giving people admin tools. So something has to establish their trustworthiness. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:24, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::Yes we should be careful. But at the same time it should be no big deal. We're already seeing the disconnect between what the community ''feels'' like with its unwritten rules (2000 edits, 2 years) vs what is ''written'' in the [[WV:Administrators#Becoming an administrator|nomination instruction]] ("track record of at least a few months" among other things). I went into the archives and looked at some of the unsuccessful admin nominations. At least four editors went in with the presumption of what was written, got told with "not yet", and shortly afterwards quit the project altogether. Turning adminship into a big deal does not help with editor retention either. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:31, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::I agree with Ohana massively on this one – the last thing we want is our RfA process to turn into enwiki's or ruwiki's, both of which are struggling with admin retention (enwiki somewhat has solved this through AELECT, which is really a bandaid solution to a problem created by their own community being needlessly strict). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:03, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::Where does the idea that 2,000 edits and 2 years are required come from? I've been on this site and its predecessor for at least 20 years and don't remember any such unwritten rule. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:25, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::I think the security concerns are a bit overblown – if something really bad happens with an admin, the option for an emergency desysop is always there. That's not to say that we should elect rookie editors as admins, but it's not as bad as it might seem. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:04, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#c-WhatamIdoing-20260611190700-OhanaUnited-20260611151500|wrote that]] few days ago. They were the only person who responded with actual numbers in mind. Here are several, unsuccessful nomination benchmarks along with outcomes (skipping over sockpuppets and eventual LTAs): {| class="wikitable" |+ Unsuccessful RfAs and account outcomes (edit counts and account age are at the time of RfA) |- ! Account !! # of edits (approx.) !! Account age !! Outcome after unsuccessful RfA |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Tai123.123 #1] || 1800 edits || 6 months || substantial dropoff and essentially stopped 5 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/KevRobbAU #2] || 700 mainspace + 2400 userspace edits for drafting || 1.5 years || editing stopped 2 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Jay%20Jay%20Marcus%20Keize13 #3] || 450 edits || 11 months || editing essentially stopped 7 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Prof%20tpms #4] || 5800 edits || 1.5 years || editing continued, though far less active than before RfA |} From the limited sample size, we have a 75% chance of losing the editor within 6 months after their failed RfA. We got to do better. And judging from account #1's [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Tai123.123 for administrator|RFA in 2022]] in the table, it appears that our community ''does'' think 2000 edits and 2 years is the comfort threshold to support an RfA. I understand it's not an easy topic to bring up, but it is time that we loosen up the criteria. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:39, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::We should still have the threshold high enough that no LTA is tempted to try to get promoted. I didn't dig deep enough in the archives to find the two unsuccessful nominations – what level of experience did they have? A few months of editing might be enough if they really have shown that they understand site policy and ability to work well with the community, but that requires quite enthusiastic engagement with the site. Three months and 300 edits would hardly suffice in my book. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:21, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Right. 6 months or so of really great editing that showed real knowledge of Wikivoyage policy and practice and at least something over 500 edits could be sufficient. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:27, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Yeah no I agree – anything under 6 months is way too short in my opinion. That's not really enough time to actually get a proper grasp and understanding of Wikivoyage policies and practices. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:41, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] Please see my latest, added table above. The 6 months suggestion seem to be invalidated by 4 failed RfAs. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:44, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::This is the theory-vs-data problem. Yes: in theory, under some unusual circumstances, a couple of editors would support an RFA candidate with only six months of "really great editing". If we ''say'' six months, and someone tries at six months, they might get support from those couple of people, but the RFA is going to fail overall, and they're going to feel rejected by this community. ::::::I suggest that we do two things: ::::::* Provide actual data to potential candidates. It might sound like "In theory, if your contributions are stellar, then you could become an admin with just a few hundred edits and six months' experience. However, in practice, most candidates with less than 2,000 edits or less than two years' contribution here tend not to get elected." If we think that we have a problem with a requirement ratchet (the standards creep a little higher every year), then we could even add a sentence saying that we discourage voters from imposing higher expectations for volume and tenure. ::::::* Actively search for candidates. One step is to search for people with 500 edits + six months experience and put them on the autopatrolled list; another is to actively search the autopatrolled list for potential admin candidates and beg them to become an admin. This might be best done with a little off-wiki coordination, so you don't invited a doomed candidate, but most people don't run because they weren't invited to. <small>(Also: not me, thanks.)</small> ::::::[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:28, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::These are good suggestions that we can explore to implement. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 06:09, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I wouldn't agree that the 6 months suggestion is invalidated by the 4 failed RfAs that you cited. Each case is individual. But I do agree that we have usually wanted people to edit for a year before becoming admins. I'd point to [[User:Rschen7754]] as a notable exception, though under special circumstances. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:52, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I don't think that the "general purpose" documentation should say 6 months, if (as appears to be the case ) less than 2 years has only been successful in recent years under "special circumstances" (usually of the technical variety: [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Arlolra|example]], [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2024#User:Zinnober9 (temporary adminship)|example]]). We can say that special circumstances may exist, without misleading anyone into thinking that less than two years is at all normal. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:46, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :<small>(Also FYI I had admin activity reviews planned tomorrow to be handled on July 1, almost exactly a year after last year's removals) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC)</small> :None of those folks should have been made admins. Do you want to argue for any of them? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'm not re-litigating RfAs on their merits. I'm pointing out that after they failed RfAs, most of them quit. Do we really want to create a "do or die" atmosphere at RfA? Two of the four continue to contribute in other WMF projects, which is an indication that setting high standards for adminship does not address the admin deficit, but also causes regular contributors who failed RfA to find other things to edit (just not on Wikivoyage). [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:50, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :::It's unfortunate that people who are nominated for admin and not confirmed would choose to stop editing on Wikivoyage, but I refer you to [[User talk:KevRobbAU]] to see how they absolutely never should have been given any special powers. As for the other cases, what they choose to do after not being confirmed is no indication that the decision was a mistake, and we have no control over that. So what are you suggesting? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:03, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::::My suggestion to improve the overall RfA experience (aside from lowering the standard) is to offer advice on how they can improve after their unsuccessful attempt. None of my 4 examples showed instant dropoff, but rather a slow fade into disappearance. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:59, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Can you point to relevant examples where we didn't do that, should have, and how we should have done that? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:45, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I want to focus on improving the overall atmosphere and not fixated on a particular editor. But since you insist on a specific example, #1 ([[User:Tai123.123]]) falls under this category. They were [[User talk:Tai123.123#Admin?|invited to apply]], accepted, and ended up with [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Tai123.123 for administrator|non-promotion]] that I would characterize as near-miss (2 support and 2 neutral, 0 oppose). Aside from a few comments within the RfA that advised the nominee to edit more, there was no other feedback provided to the editor. In enwp, there was [[w:User_talk:OhanaUnited/Archive_5#Your RFA was unsuccessful|feedback]] on how I can improve in preparation for next nomination. Did we do that here? No, there was nothing said to the editor about this process on the usertalk page. As a matter of fact, we didn't even write a "thanks for putting yourself forward for nomination" message on their talk page or any other "not yet" closes. We can do this as a starting point. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 15:51, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::Hey, I was surprised to see myself pinged here considering I've not been active for a couple of years. I remember when I was norminated and being somewhat disappointed (though understanding why it didn't) when it didn't go through, I think my dissapearance from the site was mostly due to other factors (starting at a new university) but I think if I felt like I had a commitment to the site I might've kept some level of activity (probably not writing stuff but I did like the small bits of administration with the front page I did). I think my dissapearance from editing came less from anything about this site itself more just that I found new interests and had no commitments to keep me here. I'm now wondering if my life would be different if it went through, if I'd still be editing here. :::::::Anyway, thanks for the ping (even though the intention probably wasn't to ping me), I enjoyed reading the discussion and remember interacting with a lot of you in like 2021. Those days where I was filled with wanderlust after the pandemic feel so distant, so thanks for the blast from the past. I hope you're all doing well, and the site is running fine. I still check Wikivoyage when planning trips. :::::::Cheers! [[User:Tai123.123|Tai123.123]] ([[User talk:Tai123.123|talk]]) 17:22, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::So, I misremembered and actually '''did''' support Tai's nomination for admin. I kind of feel like they were given a roadmap for a possible if not probable success on a rehearing later, but I was concerned at the time about a lack of participation in the discussion, which I think showed that not enough people were familiar with their work. What more do you or@[[User:Tai123.123|Tai123.123]] feel we could have said or done? I read the Wikipedia thread you linked, and I saw a :::::::mention of coaching for prospective admins. How do they do that, and how is it organized? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:23, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::It's mostly informal, and AFAICT done by people who either have a lot of practical experience with the RFA process, or at least think they do. If you ask, someone will look through your edits and suggest, e.g., that you get more experience with AFD, and specifically that you go !vote in a hundred obvious AFDs, and do a few dozen completely obvious non-admin 'keep' closures, so that your agreeing-with-the-outcome stats will be pretty. Or they'll say that you don't spend time on noticeboards, so you should go answer obvious questions at one. (They never recommend that you take an unpopular stand or do anything controversial, because being agreeable is more likely to win AFD than being right.) [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:18, 18 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Perhaps the more important thing is: Here, everybody knows your name. Admins are elected because we know you. We don't need a statistical analysis of your views on deletion or reverting spammers or whatever, because we already know you. The advice here would probably be the same for everyone: Make sure you're visibly checking [[Special:RecentChanges]] every day, make sure you're posting at the pub every week, and make sure that you show our laid-back, calm, we're-all-capable-adults-here vibe (e.g., no screaming at the touters; just revert them, leave a polite note, and move on). [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:23, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I think you've hit on the heart of it, when you say "everybody knows your name." That doesn't require 2 years of editing, and I'd oppose stating that being an admin usually requires anything other than "more than 1 year of editing, including participation on policy and organizational discussions, and a reputation for being dependable and reasonable". I think it's fine for people to speak their minds on matters of policy and organization, as long as they don't advocate viewpoints that personally offend people and remain respectful and willing to work within consensus. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:39, 18 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think that "more than 1 year" would be an improvement on the "few months" that we've got now, and that the participation and reputation points would be helpful to people who would like to become admins. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:30, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think [[User:Ikan Kekek|you've]] nailed it perfectly with "{{tqi|it's fine for people to speak their minds on matters of policy and organization, as long as they don't advocate viewpoints that personally offend people and remain respectful and willing to work within consensus}}" – I would argue that it's we ''want'' people to have different viewpoints and healthy disagreement. I can list quite a few wikis where this is unfortunately not the case, which ends up resulting in those wikis becoming cabals (kawiki, eswikivoyage, ttwiki, anwiki...the last one was particularly egregious). That's not to say there should always be disagreement (otherwise you'll end up on the other side of the spectrum like azwiki, uzwiki or Commons), but there's a healthy level of balance that this wiki (and I guess all English-language projects) achieve quite well. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:51, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :I've been active for two years, with a few thousand edits, right in the middle range being discussed. I find picking at wikis to be much healthier than doomscrolling. Nobody has told me off on anything I've done here so far. I'm open to mundane janitorial roles that I can do for 5-20 minutes a day, 2-5 days a week. :I'm watching this discussion. I'm fine keeping on with shepherding the destinations I know and copyediting neglected pages, but if there's a need for something else, what do you all suggest for me? [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:53, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:Gerode|Gerode]] would highly recommend self-nominating yourself at [[WV:URN]]! I think you'd make for a great admin (only reason why I would slightly hesitate nominating is because I'd like to close that discussion –&nbsp;though I suppose this community doesn't really care about that so much but yk...). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:51, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:Gerode|Gerode]], I'm also inclined support you for admin. Thanks for offering! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:05, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::::actually yk what...since I have the time rn and that RfAs feel like they take 1 million years, I'll start to get the ball rolling while I have a fair bit of spare time tonight. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:53, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::btw are there any other takers willing to become admins? [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]], [[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]], [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] perhaps? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:38, 24 July 2026 (UTC) :::I would be willing to pitch in, though I try to limit my daily activity here so I can have a life for things I enjoy. Like traveling. Cheersǃ [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 15:27, 24 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm fine RN, doing the technical stuff only, I think I wouldn't have the patience to be kind to vandals:-))) also I'm not that good with local process knowledge... If you guys are seriously understaffed, I can try it, but like Mrkstvns above, I'm trying to limit the activity here too... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:35, 24 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Is there anything you can't do at the moment, that might be useful for you? For example, does any of your technical work require you to look at deleted pages, or would being able to delete a page make you able to clean up after yourself? [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:03, 25 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Not really, in the end I think I need to improve my wiki development methods, rather than get more permissions :) Cleanup would be nice, but it's not really critical for me - I don't put sensitive stuff here. But it is annoying to see my lame-ish attempts in the logs, hopefully not too many people inspect that... :-D -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:40, 25 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm sort of in the same boat as andree. Happy to help out if you're in a jam, but I'm not sure I have the temperament for adminship... I almost never look at my watchlist and I have a habit of disappearing for months at a time. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 02:54, 25 July 2026 (UTC) *I'm an admin at Wikipedia, but I have less than 300 edits at Wikivoyage so I don't suppose it would be a good idea for me to self-nominate at WV now. Before I nominated myself for admin at WP I was a regular at [[:Wikipedia:Articles for deletion]] which helped establish myself as a potential admin. But I don't know what would be a comparable process at WV for me to participate in to that degree. [[Wikivoyage:Votes for deletion]] has had fewer nominations this whole year than [[:Wikipedia:Articles for deletion]] gets in one day, so there's much less opportunity to gain experience participating that way here. --[[User:Metropolitan90|Metropolitan90]] ([[User talk:Metropolitan90|talk]]) 03:46, 4 July 2026 (UTC) *:The upside of being a small wiki is that you'll likely come across the same Wikivoyagers a lot, so if you participate in various areas of the project, people will get to know you and your contributions should speak for themselves. As for ideas of where to contribute, keep an eye on the Pub (this page), [[WV:RFC]] and [[WV:Destination of the month]].--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 21:01, 4 July 2026 (UTC) == Trip Planner as default == Per the discussion at [[Talk:Trip_Planner#h-UI_problems-20260616201300]], it appears not entirely clear whether or not there is consensus to have the Trip Planner enabled for all users as a default. How do you all feel? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);color:#FFFFFF">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 17:10, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :Don't want to derail this but for some reason it always tells me I'm logged out when I click on it. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:55, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :: I have no issue with it being enabled for all users by default. Tripadvisor already offers its AI trip planner service right on its main page with no login required. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:08, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::Me neither – it ''should'' be something more widely available, but I think {{u|Jdlrobson}} mentioned that there was some issue with the number of API calls or something like that? (were the planner to become default for logged out users) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:12, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::So you see the top icon, it opens the small gadget - but [[Trip Planner]] shows you "If you see this message, the Trip Planner is either loading or you are logged out. This feature is only available for logged-in users (creating an account to use this feature is simple and quick)." ? Could you check browser console for any errors? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 17:37, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::Moving this to your talk page. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 03:13, 19 June 2026 (UTC) :I have strong reservations about enabling this feature by default for anonymous readers without supporting data. In my professional experience with large-scale platforms, unvalidated features can frequently have a net-negative impact on user engagement and retention. Any decision here should be data-driven rather than consensus-driven; it is important to remember that active editors like ourselves do not represent the average reader. :Before rolling this out widely, i would highly urge you consider: :* '''Data & Instrumentation:''' What data do we have to show that general readers (e.g. not active in Travellers pub) actually want or need this feature? For users who already have access, what percentage of logged-in users have actively opted out of the gadget? How does this affect user behavior? :* '''Design & Consistency:''' The UI currently feels inconsistent with our existing design system and styling guidelines. It needs further refinement to match the visual standards of the rest of the site. :* '''Performance & Core Web Vitals:''' More critically, the implementation causes noticeable repaints and layout shifts. Because of the limitations of the gadget system, this will negatively impact our Core Web Vitals, which directly risks our search ranking and organic traffic over time. :[[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 16:50, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::What can we do to get some usable data? ::What can we do to mitigate the SEO risks? SEO is important to this community. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:32, 19 June 2026 (UTC) :::I'm curious about 2 specifically – on one hand, yes, it does somewhat have a bit of a mildly dated look, it doesn't feel all that much different to how the listing editor used to look some years back. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:35, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::Also, Jdlrobson, did you write that list of considerations [https://imgur.com/a/eR5XgZe using AI]? I'm not accusing you of such, but I will say the text highly reads like it. If it is, I'm not sure how many of them are actual concerns – particularly the third one (how does layout shifts end up affecting SEO???). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:38, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::How does asking someone whether they used AI to voice their concerns move the conversation forward? So what if they did? You think they didn't bother to read it before posting it? This isn't article space. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:22, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Because a) using AI to write your comments for you is [[m:User:SHB2000/Synthetic nominations|plain lazy and outright rude]] (related essay, though not quite the same topic) and b) AI has the ability to hallucinate that the comment loses credibility were it to be AI-generated. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:26, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I disagree with (a) as applied generally (though I empathize with your gripe in that specific case) and re (b) if the user reads and is happy with the AI's work, then what difference does it make for a talk page comment? I don't want to derail this (again) but AI is for better or worse embedded in a lot of people's workflows these days, accusing people of using AI (on talk pages) is a waste of time and inhibits problem resolution, and in most cases we should just ''let it go''. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:33, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::The question was perhaps derailing but the issue is real. The AI-like style is highly disrupting, whether one used AI or not. An AI-style comment also makes readers wonder whether the content was intended or partly made up by the AI. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 16:17, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Again, my point is, what does this matter? Assuming they used AI (perhaps they did not), why is this disrupting? This is a software development question, a field where AI has proven to be extremely useful, and if they used AI to perform an analysis, well then more power to them. If we want to have a widget thrust out to the larger audience, then it should pass muster with AI. The reflexive dismissal of AI critique is akin to an ''ad hominem'' defense of any critique. Respond to the content, not the creator. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 16:28, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::This thread is not on the gadget talk page, where the technical issues should be discussed, but in the pub, and the question was whether is should be enabled by default. Thus, ordinary Wikivoyagers should be able to follow. Headings like "Data & Instrumentation", "Design & Consistency" and "Performance & Core Web Vitals" are highly disruptive when posted here. I'd hope humans would understand that. :::::::::There is no problem with somebody having an AI perform an analysis, but the results should be reported in a form suitable for the forum where they are presented. If you want to quote the AI, do so, but provide the context yourself and attribute the quote. :::::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 16:45, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::These seem like highly normal things that should be discussed here when deciding whether a software widget should be broadcast. I didn't realize the pub was a dumbed down setting. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:25, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::Yes. But those AI-like bullet headings are unneeded. What do you lose by removing them. We don't need headings in a posting of four short paragraphs. In a context where they are well-known jargon, they may help people get the right associations right away, but here they are disruptive. Am I dumb because I don't like bolded headings in a four-paragraph posting? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:44, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::I don't know what "Core Web Vitals" means. That's jargon, which should be avoided here. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:45, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::I do understand "the implementation causes noticeable repaints and layout shifts". Instead of referring to the "vitals" one could say "such issues have a negative effect on our rating". Perhaps even +"through the '[https://developers.google.com/search/docs/appearance/core-web-vitals Core Web Vitals]'" if that seems useful. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:52, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::::Eh. You can't wrap your head around "core web vitals"? Their points were fine. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 18:14, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I disagree that using "headings" (you meant the non-heading use of bold for emphasis?) is highly disruptive. I also disagree that using AI is "plain lazy and outright rude". [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:24, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::About "how does layout shifts end up affecting SEO?": That bullet is about performance ''and'' CWV. I think the layout shifts sentence is about degrading performance, and "the limitations of the gadget system" are about the CWV part. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:29, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Perhaps we can move this part of the discussion back to [[Talk:Trip_Planner]]. I'd also love to hear what esp. the last part actually means (@[[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]]) - I'm trying to make the gadget as unobtrusive as possible, but obviously I am not CEO expert. If there's a better way to do some UI stuff, I'm all for it! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 06:54, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I've left some feedback on [[Talk:Trip_Planner]] @[[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]]. Hope it's all helpful and answers some of the questions on this thread. We can keep this technical conversation there. ::::::Regarding the AI side-chat, personally, I feel really discouraged and disappointed by this exchange. I was directly asked a question and provided my answer despite struggling to find time for my Wikivoyage commitments. I will be stepping away for a bit longer after this exchange. ::::::There is a certain irony about gatekeeping AI-assisted messages for enabling [[Talk:Trip_Planner#c-SHB2000-20260527073600-Andree.sk-20260527054600|a tool which was '''built''' with AI assistance]]. ::::::One of the more important lessons I have learned through travel is to be respectful and not to make assumptions about people's motives and intent. Note, you could be [https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/jul/10/programs-to-detect-ai-discriminate-against-non-native-english-speakers-shows-study discriminating] against someone who doesn't have English as a first language or unintentionally contributing to [https://mailchi.mp/e42bdf0cb0d9/5-ally-actions-aug-15-2025 gender bias]. ::::::AI is not going away any time soon, and the newer generation of contributors is more likely to be using it whether you like it or not. Perhaps prioritizing/accelerating discussion of a AI policy could be a way to get a shared understanding or what's acceptable, and eliminating misinformed and outdated biases. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 23:13, 21 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::There's also the problem of AI detectors incorrectly "detecting" AI use when the text was written by an autistic editor, and the wikis have a lot of autistic editors. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 03:55, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I for one don't mind AI-generated text (indeed esp. when the code generation is AI-assisted), as long as it represents authors opinion/ideas. I already saw it on github in discussion etc., it's probably better than no comments at all. So thanks also for your feedback, I'll for sure let my AI credits work on it! :))) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 04:51, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I am sorry that I contributed to the discouragement; I value your contributions. I might have been biased because of somebody, probably a troll, using AI style in their postings. A single AI-assisted post is no big deal, but I do think that writing what you want to say by yourself is valuable, and I don't want people in general to use AIs instead. Of course, if your English is weak or there are other special circumstances, the AI assistance might be warranted. Still, people contributing here should know English well enough to express themselves intelligible, with some follow-up questions for clarification if needed. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:32, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::My thoughts are mostly with LPfi and I too apologise if my comments seemed discouraging...but Jon, while I fully appreciate the work you do and I also don't want to further discourage you, what else were you expecting when you outsourced your reply to a computer? You're lucky that the [[User:LPfi/AI guidelines#Discussions|proposed AI guidelines]] have yet to be adopted (which would've fully prohibited that), but getting a visceral reaction to AI comments is really not something unique to Wikivoyage or most Wikimedia projects for that matter (ahem, Windows 11 and Copilot, or the common struggle of AI chatbots taking over help pages of websites). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:21, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I imagine that he was thinking that he had important ''facts'' to contribute, and that getting that information to us sooner instead of later would be appreciated. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:53, 22 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: two pieces on walking trails == * Public privately-owned spaces in New York City: https://craigmod.com/ridgeline/230/ * A new hiking trail in Japan: https://www.fieldmag.com/articles/katsuo-trail-japan-hiking-guide ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:18, 20 June 2026 (UTC) == Request for Wikivoyage Training for African and Proud Community == Hello Wikivoyage team, I kindly request for permission for a wikivoyage training for my community members at African and Proud community. [[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]] ([[User talk:Linason Blessing|talk]]) 12:26, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]]: Hey, thanks for letting the community know – do you have any page on Meta-Wiki for which community needs training? I'm a bit short on time these few weeks, but [[Wikivoyage:Tips for new contributors]] and [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, Wikipedians]] are always good places to start. If you're running an event, also see [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers]]. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:46, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]], thanks very much for the request. I wouldn't have time to do a video chat or something like that, but I'd be happy to give a short introduction in writing and answer any questions anyone has. Is there a good page for me to do that on? ::Best, ::[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:51, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::Hi, ::This is the link to the community page [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/African_%26_Proud_(AP) African and Proud] [[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]] ([[User talk:Linason Blessing|talk]]) 10:45, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::([[m:African & Proud (AP)]], in case the above link doesn't work) – btw thanks for sharing the page. I'll take a look at it when I get some spare time. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:00, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you! Would you like to start a thread on the talk page, so that people notice it? Then, I'd be happy to reply to it. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 13:58, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :The first thing to do is to improve a favorite article yourself. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:37, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] is right. @[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]], the best way you can learn how Wikivoyage works is to read the links [[User:SHB2000]] gave you and then edit the article about wherever you live or most like to visit and see how the rest of us respond and make further edits. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:05, 23 June 2026 (UTC) : Two pages you & your trainees should look at are [[Wikivoyage:Tips for new contributors]] & [[Wikivoyage:Africa Expedition]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 22:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) == Deployment of Legal and Safety Contacts Link in the Footer of Your Wiki == <section begin="Message"/> '''Legal & Safety Contacts''' Hello community, the Wikimedia Foundation has provided a [[wmf:Special:MyLanguage/Legal:Wikimedia Foundation Legal and Safety Contact Information|single legal and safety contact page]], to be linked in the footer of your wiki, to ensure access to accurate legal information. This is a regulatory requirement. We have already rolled out links to English, German, Italian, Spanish and other wikis and we will deploy to your wiki soon. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia_Foundation_Legal_and_Safety_Contacts_FAQ|Please read more on the project page]] and leave any comments in this thread or on the [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Talk:Wikimedia Foundation Legal and Safety Contacts FAQ|talk page]]. <section end="Message"/> -- [[User:Sannita (WMF)|User:Sannita (WMF)]] ([[User talk:Sannita (WMF)|talk]]) 13:31, 25 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:Sannita (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Sannita_(WMF)/Mass_sending_test&oldid=30731267 --> :@[[User:Sannita (WMF)|Sannita (WMF)]], what kinds of web pages require these kinds of footers? Only those open to editing by all users, or at least not websites only the owner can edit? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:12, 25 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'd assume it's the MediaWiki page to edit the footer, which I'm not sure has been created on this wiki (since I can't find the name of it). <span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:48, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::You cannot locally edit the footer: it's determined by a server setting. No user of this wiki can directly edit this without server access. It will be added by WMF staffers at some point across all pages in this and other WMF wikis. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 00:30, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Understood. My question is much more general, though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 11:39, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] all [https://wikimediafoundation.org/what-we-do/wikimedia-projects/ Wikimedia projects] webpages will receive the link in the footer. –– [[User:STei (WMF)|STei (WMF)]] ([[User talk:STei (WMF)|talk]]) 12:37, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::@[[User:STei (WMF)|STei (WMF)]], I understand. What I'm asking is: Which kinds of websites are legally required to use such footers outside of Wikimedia? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 13:00, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::The WMF will not answer that question, because that might be perceived as giving legal advice. AIUI the answer is more or less "any large website that operates in Europe". AFAICT that the exact method is not prescribed, and a link to an ordinary "Contact Us" page will suffice in most cases. It has to be easy to find a way to contact the business/website operator if someone encounters a serious problem. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:06, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thanks, @[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]]. That's clear enough for me. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 15:11, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Not just the large websites, actually! See e.g. Article 5 of the EU eCommerce Directive: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2000/31/2024-02-17/eng#art_5 :::::::::But we also think this helps people get the right kind of help they need with certain issues. [[User:PBradley-WMF|PBradley-WMF]] ([[User talk:PBradley-WMF|talk]]) 11:48, 6 July 2026 (UTC) == Canadian cuisine == I wonder if this is an article worth creating given that we have quite a number of Canadian editors here. Quebec of course has its own unique cuisine, but even within English-speaking Canada, there are some regional dishes that are not easily found in other parts of the country. For instance, when I went to Vancouver, I remember this drink called the London fog (essentially an earl grey latte) was sold in virtually every coffee shop, but I did not encounter that drink at coffee shops in Toronto, which leads me to think that is a Vancouver specialty. Even the ice cream shops in Vancouver almost always have London fog as a flavour. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 17:23, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :You mean there's more to Canadian cuisine than the bland donuts and watery coffee sold by Tim Hortons? Who knew?! [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 17:49, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :I think that would be a good idea. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 02:30, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::+1 to this. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:49, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :I'm open to it, [[Canada#Eat]] isn't too big yet but it easily could be if you have a lot to add. London Fog has recently become popular across the border in Seattle too, it looks like it started north and is spreading south! [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 04:39, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::Toronto has the peameal bacon sandwich, which is a simple and hearty dish. And unfortunately I didn't get to try it, but apparently they have their own version of roti shaped by immigration of East Indians from the Caribbean. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 05:16, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::That bacon sandwich is yummy! There's a fair few BC regional foods that could be mentioned: salmon in general but particularly sockeye, albacore tuna, spot prawns, california and BC sushi rolls, Nanaimo bars, Okanagan wine, peaches, cherries... Canada has also invented a bunch of ice cream and potato chip flavours that are unheard of or usual elsewhere. Moon mist or tiger tail, anyone? How about some all-dressed Ruffles? Good suggestion for an article.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 07:11, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Consider what cuisine content is best placed in Canada/Eat, or might be better developed on a regional or city page and cross-referenced. Perhaps readers would benefit more from signposting of content that’s already there, than from a new stand-alone page. The fast-food chains certainly need a brief mention: on a long drive, Timmie’s could literally be a life-saver. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 07:16, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Certainly valid counterpoints. There's already a [[Fast food in the United States and Canada]], though that looks overlong to me and not sure how useful it really is for the driving situation you mention.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 07:23, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :I think it's definitely worth creating. I loved the food when I spent some time in Ontario a few years ago. It's probably one of the most under-rated cuisine out there. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 17:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) {{outdent}} Canadian food is not just fast food though. The ethnic restaurants in Toronto and Vancouver are also sources of innovation where you can find locally adapted dishes. Vancouver has its own style of sushi called the B.C. roll for instance, and even the California roll originated in Vancouver, not California. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 02:19, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :[https://www.printmag.com/sva-branding-100-days-2/drawn-to-canada-100-days-by-lynne-rennie/ This art project] refers to several distinctively Canadian foods. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:53, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == New travel topic or "Cope" article? == {{ping|DumagueteAAMeetings}} has added info on Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in the Dumaguete article & those edits have been reverted. See [[User talk:DumagueteAAMeetings]] for discussion. In my view the reversions make sense; this is not really travel information. On the other hand I've seen both expats & tourists in Duma who, judging by the amounts they imbibe, might benefit from AA. Should we have a general article on finding various services abroad? We do have some info on other services; for example there is info on schools at [[Working_abroad#Children]] & this under [[Retiring_abroad#Financial_matters]] : If you have children who are still of school age when you retire, the need to educate them may affect both your budget and your choice of destination. There are international schools in many places, mainly for the children of expatriate employees of government and large corporations. These are usually quite good but they are not available in all destinations and they tend to be very expensive; most parents do not care because an employer foots the bill, and the employers do not care much since it is a necessary business expense. There is a directory at [http://www.cois.org Council of International Schools]. Some of this involves duplication & much of it might apply in other articles. Should we centralise it in one place? I'm inclined to think not because we do not want to become a yellow pages & to some extent this is [[Captain Obvious]]; if you need AA somewhere, check the AA web site. Also it would be tricky to define a scope for such an article, useful but not cluttered. Other opinions? [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :Does the scope of Wikivoyage extend to ex-pats or just to travellers? [[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 20:24, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::While most of the travel guide is written with "I am visiting <var>place</var> for a short period", we do have longer-term pieces like [[Expat taxation in Europe]], [[Retiring abroad]], and [[Working abroad]], which aren't really about vacations. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 20:28, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :I agree. Maybe it can merit a passing mention, but the nature of Wikivoyage doesn't really orient towards expats beyond the topic articles mentioned by Justin. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:34, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :I'm torn on this, because travellers do need AA meetings, including short-term travellers. However, I also think that Pashely is correct: if you need AA somewhere, you probably already know that you can check the AA website. It might be good to provide some information in a more general way, possibly as a section in [[Alcoholic beverages]]. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:31, 28 June 2026 (UTC) : The question of scope has been extensively discussed before; see [[Wikivoyage_talk:What_is_an_article?/Archive_2003-2013#Scope]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 11:19, 29 June 2026 (UTC) ::This is where I'm at too. Putting all our AA details at the bottom of the [[Alcoholic beverages]] article that's otherwise about enjoying alcohol is problematic, but I think an article like [[Sobriety abroad]] would be in scope for WV, and would be easy to link to from party destinations. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:16, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::I think we could very well have a paragraph on the addiction issues and a link to [https://aa.org AA.org] (with a note on finding the links to local associations). We already have quite extensive Stay safe, Stay healthy, Respect and Stay legal sections – and I don't think "all our AA details" amounts to more than a few sentences. We don't need to pretend that enjoying alcohol is unproblematic. You don't need to think about those sections when reading the rest of the article, but they should indeed be there, like Stay safe sections on mountaineering and water sports. Of course, if the travel topic gets written, most content on sobriety can be offloaded to there. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:00, 29 June 2026 (UTC) == "My Travel Map" is a privacy nightmare == It looks like we introduced [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker]] in April, which appears via "My Travel Map" in the user menu at top right. I clicked and tried it out, only to realize too late that it logs a public edit with my choices. Given how some countries have been known to ban travelers who have visited other countries with which they have disputes, this seems like exceptionally bad information to be making public. And it's far worse when there is no warning whatsoever to users that the information is going to be logged publicly (in contrast to what they might expect for a similar feature on any other site). Sorry to be [[#Trip_Planner_as_default|going on a rampage]] through all the Wikivoyage gadgets recently, but given the Wikimedia movement's focus on privacy, I think we ought to disable the gadget as a default unless this can be fixed. There needs to <em>at minimum</em> be a prominent warning, but even with that some users may gloss over it or not fully realize the privacy implications. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 23:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :In much smaller issues, my other suggestions from having tried the feature: :* There should be a link to the documentation/feedback page; the only way I found [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker]] was by noticing the edit history, and it took a bit. :* The outlines around the countries include the countries' water territory, which makes many look like blobs. I would use the land territory only. :Cheers, <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 23:35, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :IMO, I don't think it's an unreasonable assumption, if you're editing a wiki, that if you're going to hit the publish changes button, it probably ''will'' be published on-wiki. Though I see xaos has fixed this in [[Special:Diff/216812]] and probably agree it could do with a better warning (which I'll do once I have my second factor with me). :On the other hand, regarding "some countries have been known to ban travelers who have visited other countries with which they have disputes" – how many countries still do this nowadays for this to be a concern? The only one I'm aware of is several MENA countries (mainly Lebanon and Syria) banning people with Israeli stamps or visas, but that's really hard to enforce nowadays. Serbia only [[:File:Kosovo stamp annulled by Serbia2.jpg|annuals Kosovo]] stamps (but they don't outright prohibit you), and Azerbaijan only does so if you have Artsakh stamps (which are no longer a thing since the country doesn't exist anymore). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:31, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::I wouldn't recommend trying to get into the U.S., nowadays, with stamps from Iran, North Korea, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::Iran and NK thankfully don't give passport stamps anymore (though iirc visiting there does invalidate your visa waiver eligibility?). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:50, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::American here: I can't in good conscience recommend that anyone come to the United States now, until we decide that we just don't like fascism that much. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 01:18, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::{{tq|I don't think it's an unreasonable assumption, if you're editing a wiki, that if you're going to hit the publish changes button, it probably will be published on-wiki}} This is a reasonable assumption for people who know how wikis work, so you could argue that I should have known better. But non-editors [https://lawsofux.com/jakobs-law/ expect] our site to work the same as other sites on the internet, in which a feature like that would be private. They likely don't realize that interacting with the gadget and saving their map results in an edit at all, let alone that the edit would be public. ::Doing some spot checks, many of the users of the gadget {{plain link|1=https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap&limit=500 have <30 edits}}. In addition to whatever we decide here, we owe all of them a talk page message explaining that their map is public and how to oversight it if they don't want it to be. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 03:15, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::"{{tq|But non-editors expect our site to work the same as other sites on the internet, in which a feature like that would be private. They likely don't realize that interacting with the gadget and saving their map results in an edit at all}}" – this feature being public isn't unique to Wikivoyage either. Both [https://www.jetpunk.com/ Jetpunk] and [https://cmoreira.net/visited-countries-map/ this feature from cmoreira] (the two most prominent web country trackers on the web that I've seen people actually use widespread), also have this public. This is really not something unique to Wikivoyage. And quite frankly the privacy concerns are massively overblown – where you've visited doesn't tell all that much (and isn't PII by any means to warrant OS). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:09, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I haven't looked at Jetpunk, but for cmoreira, it looks like it's public only in the sense that it generates a URL you can share. But there's no realistic way to access a URL unless you share it, and it's not tied to an account that might be under your name/have other edits, which makes it a totally different situation. In general, on the internet, features where you just "save" something (as opposed to "posting") are assumed to be private. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 04:15, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Just because the internet normalises something doesn't necessarily mean it's a privacy issue on a venue where things work differently (especially on public wikis where almost everything is public and visible). Do we then ban userpages because someone someone might think it's private? What makes this different from quite frankly any userspace page? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:19, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Can we change the button from "Save changes" to "Publish changes"? ::::::If you save your map, there isn't the caution that appears next normal text edits: "By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use, and you irrevocably agree to release your contribution under the CC-BY-SA 4.0 License. You agree that a hyperlink or URL is sufficient attribution under the Creative Commons license." This should probably also be added. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 09:50, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::Done (though we use 3.0, not 4.0). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:05, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thanks. ::::::::I think we have an inconsistency in our license text - the bottom of a page says 3.0, but the warning when you edit says 4.0. When I have more time I will investigate further. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 11:39, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree that there's privacy concern, but it's vastly overblown. We have the [[:commons:Commons:Mobile app|Commons app]] which reveals an editor's precise date, time and location in metadata whenever they upload a photo. That is far more precise than an editor self-selecting the list of countries on the travel map which may or may not be accurate, and the travel occurred at some unspecified time in the past. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:39, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I think that's more an inditement of the privacy issues with Commons than it is a defense of My Travel Map — I distinctly recall realizing that I had accidentally revealed my then-home address through a Commons upload and having to have it OSed. But the key difference to me is that, by uploading a file to Commons, there is a clear understanding that a user is publishing information publicly, whereas for My Travel Map there was no indication of that. :::::The {{tq|By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use, and you irrevocably agree to release your contribution under the CC-BY-SA 3.0 License.}} text that {{u|Xaosflux}} [[Special:Diff/5299474|added]] doesn't really help much — it's legalese that already appeared in the grey box, now just copied and made larger/italicized. I'd prefer to see a more plain-language disclaimer along the lines of {{tq|Your edits to your map are public and will be permanently associated with your account.}} That might scare off some users, but, well, it ought to. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 19:57, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::@[[User:Sdkb|Sdkb]] I'm pretty sure I went through the workflow that allowed creating a revision without ever getting the terms of use before. Are you sure this is redundant? [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:20, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::Hmm, this does seem redundant now - let me check, I certainly did NOT try to make it redundant. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:22, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::OK, it seems that someone else added the "redundant" version, see [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=MediaWiki%3AGadget-TravelTracker.js&diff=5299659&oldid=5299474 here]. It certainly does not need the TOS/Copyright twice. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:24, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Ah, sorry I flipped the timeline. Using small text/gray for the legal notice seems preferable, so I'd be inclined to change the spot where you added to the text I proposed above. Thoughts on that? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 16:34, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::@[[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] (or @[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]], as you propose a similar thing below), seeing no objections, could you implement? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 14:58, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::@[[User:Sdkb|Sdkb]] I removed the duplicate disclaimer, and updated the remaining one to match CC-BY-SA-4 as used on the rest of the site. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 12:43, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Would it make sense to add the extension https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:DeleteUserPages here, so that users could remove their pages (I guess including history)? I would welcome this... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 08:44, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::I've not been a fan of that extension for two reasons: a) user talk pages are almost never deleted on Wikivoyage, not even on user request (unless it has OS material), and having this extension prevents someone actually familiar with policies double checking; b) this allows banned or blocked users to delete their own userpages with nothing stopping them. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:07, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::It would solve the current topic - plus I don't see why we should force users to keep their userpages around. I would expect the admins can still access the content? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 12:31, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ===Message to affected users=== Here is a draft of a [[Special:MassMessage|MassMessage]] that could be sent to the [[Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap|151 affected users]]: Heading: {{tq|Your privacy and use of the Travel Tracker}} Message: {{talk quote|1=In April, Wikivoyage introduced the [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker|Travel Tracker]] (also known as "My Travel Map") in the user menu at top right. It has recently [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#"My_Travel_Map"_is_a_privacy_nightmare|come to our attention]] that the initial version of the tool did not make clear that maps created through it are public and are associated with your account. You are among the users who used the tool and [[Special:MyPage/Visited|published]] a map. If you wish to have your map deleted, you may do so by [[Special:EmailUser/Wikimedia_Stewards_(Oversight)|emailing a request for oversight]]. We apologize for this matter.}} How does that sound? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 20:20, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :I oppose a massmessage – this is an overblown concern for something that was pretty obvious for a wiki. And once again, I fail to see how this constitutes as PII. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:08, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::A massmessage is ok as the initial version of the tool was misleading, but I don't think that oversight is required. "If you wish to have your map deleted, use the Edit tab on the map page and add <nowiki> {{speedy}} </nowiki>." [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:50, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::This quite frankly isn't an appropriate use of massmessage and I would argue a massmessage like this needs broader discussion and consensus. I still fail to see how the tool was misleading (this is a wiki – ''anyone'' should know that almost nothing is "private" on a wiki) or even how this is a privacy concern beyond the very [[Wikivoyage:Travellers'_pub#c-Sdkb-20260627233300-"My_Travel_Map"_is_a_privacy_nightmare|obvious fearmongering]] for concerns that are almost non-existent in today's world. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:57, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::The point is that not everything you do is publicly logged. We don't publicly log the pages you visit, for one. Some tools save their data on the user's computer, and this could very well have worked that way. I don't buy that privacy isn't a concern because this is a wiki. Rather the opposite – the WMF sites respect privacy much more than most other sites, which raises expectations. And the map really is problematic if you didn't intend to do that info public. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 23:06, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::None of this answered any of my points of how this is a privacy concern. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:41, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::{{tq|''anyone'' should know that almost nothing is "private" on a wiki}} I think you vastly overestimate how informed most internet users are — if you asked the average person on the street what a wiki <em>is</em>, I think you'd get answers like "a shorthand for Wikipedia". New users on Wikipedia quite often do not realize that their contribution history is logged. ::::And there's a difference between knowing that most edits on a wiki are public and realizing that this particular feature that might be private on a typical website is public plus connecting that mentally to a privacy concern. Remember, I didn't start this thread because of a hypothetical; I initially failed to make that last connection myself. If you'd asked me before I used the tool whether it would make a public edit, I'd probably have guessed yes, but without that prompt I tried out the feature before I realized "oh, that probably made an edit publishing personal info." If that's my experience as someone with 80,000 edits, I don't think it's at all safe to assume that a user with 10 edits will think better. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 00:47, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Okay but you still haven’t answered how this is a legitimate privacy concern. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 03:14, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::It's rare that any one piece of information alone creates a privacy risk, but when you combine a list of countries someone has traveled to with other info they might have disclosed on-wiki (voluntarily or accidentally), there are risks. I don't want to get too detailed per [[w:WP:BEANS]]. Also, different users have different thresholds for how much they're willing to disclose. It's better to be safe than sorry, so we should err on the side of informing the affected users so that they can decide for themselves whether to leave their map up or not. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 03:50, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::One thing is telling about one's visits to 'suspect' countries to border authorities of countries like the US (that was the original worry above), another that a travel map may tell the real identity of an anonymous account to those knowing them IRL. I assume there are more. :::::::The message in itself has the issue that telling that there is a possible privacy issue makes exploiting the breach more likely. Somebody else may notice the message before the user themself does, somebody who might not have known about it formerly. :::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:14, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::If you've been to certain suspect countries that the US lists, that invalidates your ESTA, meaning you'd need to notify US authorities before getting a visa anyway. Openly listing where you've been doesn't really change that. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:43, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::Sdkb: "I don't want to get too detailed per w:WP:BEANS" – unless you actually explain what it is, I really don't buy your concerns. If you disclose personal info about yourself on-wiki, that's really on you; there's only so much babysitting the community can do (for things you disclosed yourself). And even then, where in the world does such a map even create a privacy and/or security risk? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:46, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::It does not appear that you are going to be persuaded (and I should note for anyone unaware that you are the gadget's author, if I'm reading the history correctly). It appears that the prevailing consensus in this subthread is supportive of a message, although I'd like to hear from a few more editors to make it clearer. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 16:37, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::A consensus is when a general opinion has been reached. Whether I'm the gadget's author or not is irrelevant. Every time I ask you what the specific "security" risk is, you either deflect the point completely (with some fearmongering and info that no longer holds true), or completely refuse to answer. Until that has actually been properly answered, that is not a consensus. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:23, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::SHB, I'd say that "If you <u>knowingly</u> disclose personal info about yourself on-wiki, that's really on you". If you disclose it because you didn't understand that it would be public, then that's really on the people who created a tool that doesn't adequately explain what happens to the data. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:38, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::That statement was regarding "with '''other info''' they might have disclosed on-wiki (voluntarily or accidentally)" (emphasis mine), which has nothing to do with the tool – I still stand by that statement, because the responsibility of disclosing info about yourself (in places like userpages and comments) ''is'' absolutely on you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:27, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::"Combined with". Of course the tool is relevant, if it adds the missing pieces. If I tell secrets about myself anonymously somewhere and the tool allows connecting them to me, that's a problem, as is if I have disclosed my identity, and the tool discloses the destinations I wish to keep secret. ::::::::::Our difference of views boils down to whether people using the tool should understand that their usage is public, and whether their possible failure of doing so is none of our business. The former is about how much people actually understand (we think you overestimate that), the latter about one's responsibility when handing over a loaded gun, and is a more ethical question. ::::::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:45, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::I think you perfectly said it yourself: "''if'' it adds the missing pieces" – the keyword being "if". However, in almost all cases, where you've visited isn't useful info to piece whom your identity is – in the rare instance (which I'd put it at under 1%) half your map is shaded, it ''might'' reveal what you do for a living, but in the vast majority of cases it's useless. I would argue that your edit history on-wiki (particularly the destinations you edit) tell much more personally identifiable information than what the travel tracker can ever piece about you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:41, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I think Sdkb is correct about editors overestimating what the public understands about WMF-hosted wikis. There's an edit button right there on the page, but most people are surprised and distressed when they're told that literally anyone can use that button. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:36, 8 July 2026 (UTC) *'''Request to implement''': Despite the objections of one editor, there appears to be consensus to send this message, and I think arguing further with that one editor would be a poor use of editorial resources. Admins have the permission to use MassMessage; could someone please do so? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 14:56, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *:So far only two users in this thread has agreed explicitly for a massmessage, and this is not what massmessages are used for on this site. That's not consensus on this site ([[Wikivoyage:Consensus#Status quo bias|status quo bias]] applies). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:42, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *::I'll add my voice to the consensus: I think a mass message is a good idea. Users should be informed that the tool may have published their information without them realizing it. No opinion on whether to use the oversight functionality. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 23:55, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *:::One problem is that people reading the user talk but not the Pub get to know that the user has disclosed some information, which may not be obvious. I would recommend not to say 'You are among the users…' – the user probably knows already. Still, direct the message to the affected users. As it may not be clear where the page is, one could link it with a Special:My… construct (showing a redlink to the other person). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:54, 13 July 2026 (UTC) *::::Ignoring that this isn't what massmessages are used for, and that this doesn't constitute PII under the [[m:OS policy|oversight policy]] (i.e. not a valid use of OS-1). If I may suggest: <nowiki>You are receiving this message as you are [[Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap|one of the users]] who used the [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker|Travel Tracker]] prior to July 2026. [line break] Previously, the tool did not make explicitly clear that the map in question will be public and visible to everyone (this has now been rectified). If this is a concern, you may request deletion (button found on the [[Special:MyPage/Visited#bottom|bottom right]]); if this doesn't concern you, you do not need to do anything. --~~~~</nowiki>. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:07, 13 July 2026 (UTC) *:::::Do not include a link to [[Special:WhatLinksHere]]. That gives them a list of other users, which is (a) irrelevant to the message and (b) increases the harm done to the (few?) people who are concerned about their information being publicly visible to anyone on the internet. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:35, 15 July 2026 (UTC) *::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]], I consider that a friendly amendment. Feel free to adjust and send it out. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 18:23, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ===What are the actual privacy/security concerns behind the Travel Tracker=== Since this is something Sdkb has repeatedly dodged or refused to answer, I'm creating a separate subthread for this: what are the privacy and/or security concerns behind publishing a map of where you've been on-wiki? So far, nobody in this thread, and I mean absolutely nobody, has managed to find a legitimate concern that still applies in 2026. This ''needs'' to be answered for, without blatant fearmongering (saying "I won't answer because BEANS" also counts as such); otherwise, the proposed mass message has no bearing. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:49, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :Several editors have already discussed this with you above. Just since you have chosen not to [[w:WP:IDHT|listen]] does not change that. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 01:23, 9 July 2026 (UTC) ::And all of them are things are not concerns in 2026. ''You'' are the one who once again has repeatedly failed to answer my question. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 01:25, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::So you mean that everything is public anyway, so disclosure is just disclosure of non-secrets? That might be true to some extent, but I don't think there is any general consensus on our already living in [[:w:Nineteen Eighty-Four|1984]]. To the extent the issue is relevant, you should specify what info you think cannot be kept secret. Also, from whom you cannot keep it secret matters, and whether those parties actually already know it or just have the ability to figure it out. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:54, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :Shb, I'd like you to think about this from a different POV, namely that your personal information should be controlled by you. You should have the freedom to disclose it, and the freedom to not disclose it. Exercising that freedom requires knowing what happens to your information in the gadget. It should be ''your choice''. If you think it's private but it's actually public, then that's not ''your choice''; that's the creator's/designer's choice. :For example, when ChatGPT made people's chatbot discussions public without them understanding what was happening,[https://www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/hotforsecurity/your-shared-chatgpt-chats-may-be-publicly-searchable-heres-how-to-delete-them][https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/31/your-public-chatgpt-queries-are-getting-indexed-by-google-and-other-search-engines/] that was a privacy problem that wasn't their choice. :We don't want something similar happening here. It doesn't matter if, e.g., some country is [https://aboutblaw.com/biDF checking people's social media accounts and using that information to deny visas]. What matters is that people should be able to make their choice freely. And that means clearly informing them that it will be public to the whole world. :The solution is simple enough: Change the line that says "Select the countries/territories you have visited below to generate your personalised map. Make sure to hit the "publish changes" button to generate and publish your map." and add something like "This will be posted publicly so anyone can see it." We can talk about the best wording, but all it needs is a sentence to warn people. :(Additionally, the "By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use" sentence appears twice, and it's supposed to have links to the TOU page and to the CC-BY-SA license.) [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:42, 10 July 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]]: btw {{done}} your solution – both the ToU and CC-BY-SA are also linked. I've also added a "request deletion" button at the bottom, which solves the first sentence of yours. I think that solves the issues you mention. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:36, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::Thanks. That's a big improvement. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:09, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::(also just as a side note, the example for the US DS-160 forms you mention very thankfully don't include Wikimedia platforms...which I guess does prove my point earlier that no country actually forbids you from visiting just based on a map of where you've visited) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:48, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == Deprecation of Event namespace == Since we don't use the Event namespace anymore as we host events on mainspace, I guess we should deprecate this namespace. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 10:01, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :{{support}} Not only do we not use it now, there are no pages here in the [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:AllPages?from=&to=&namespace=1728 Event] or [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:AllPages?from=&to=&namespace=1729 Event talk] spaces. I suggest having it removed via [[:phab:]] to keep from someone making errant and unneeded pages. If, for some reason, we want it back, we can place another request at [[:phab:]]. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:22, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :: I have reservations. If we're doing in-person editing event on Wikivoyage, we should have access to it. I don't know how long a phab request is fulfilled, but if it takes more than a week then it can be problematic to organizers. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 19:43, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::: Not to be confused with [[Events]], which in English is up to date but in Japanese is hollow. The Esperanto version continues to list meetings for that community, I wonder if that's in the right place. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 21:12, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::I have similar reservations as Ohana here. I don't think it hurts to keep it in the odd scenario it becomes useful. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:39, 28 June 2026 (UTC) == UncategorizedPages does not show latest results == {{tracked|T430587}} [[Special:UncategorizedPages]] does not show latest results. It returns only the results as of 10 May 2026. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 10:06, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :Sometimes, these reports on the server side don't load. As I recall, they should run weekly or maybe every two weeks, so I think the solution if one is stalled here is to post to [[:phab:]]. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:20, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::It's [[phab:T430587]] now. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 23:05, 29 June 2026 (UTC) :{{ping|Koavf|WhatamIdoing}} It's not just [[Special:UncategorizedPages]]. Seems like all special pages in [[Special:SpecialPages]] are affected by this. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 14:22, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::It won't be all of them (since that includes, e.g., [[Special:Watchlist]] and [[Special:RecentChanges]], and those are working). Which other pages did you look at? [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 00:18, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::[[Special:BrokenRedirects]] also seems to be working just fine. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:47, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::No, that one is stuck at 10 May, at least on my account. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:29, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::When I go to [[Special:BrokenRedirects]], it says "The following data is cached, and was last updated 05:52, 10 May 2026" at the top of the page. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:39, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Huh, I stand corrected then. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:27, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :This has been fixed. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 02:12, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == PartOfEvent == To avoid the false positives at [[WV:Maintenance panel]], I have created an experimental template {{tl|PartOfEvent}} for events [[Los Angeles 2028]] and [[2026 FIFA World Cup]]. Since discussion is required for creating templates, I'm informing this in a pub. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 18:38, 29 June 2026 (UTC) :After using {{tl|PartOfEvent}} for those two articles, the number of articles using {{tl|PartOfTopic}} has reduced to 1242 from 1244. Whereas the number of actual travel topics is 1242. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 18:42, 29 June 2026 (UTC) == Abolishing the sleep section in station articles == I know station articles, and the concept is fairly new; I suspect station articles have sleep sections simply because it's standard on all other types of articles. However, I propose we eliminate that section simply based on the fact that almost no train station will have a hotel inside the station, and keeping the section will likely end up with almost all station articles saying "see xyz district article for accommodation". In the rare instance that a train station does have a hotel inside it, I suppose it could be added, but those should be the exception, not the norm. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:49, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :Right. I recall there is or was a hotel in the St. Pancras Station in London, but that's an exception for most of the world. Isn't it extremely common for there to be rest houses in Indian train stations, though? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:55, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'm not actually too sure – I've never taken trains in India to know. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:26, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::There are "retiring rooms" in many Indian stations, which are basically rest houses. Otherwise, only a handful of stations have IRCTC-run rail hotels. So, instead of outright abolishing the "Sleep" section, I suggest merging it to "Wait" or "Cope". '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:54, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::The section can be made optional. If the station itself has a hotel, "retiring rooms" or similar facilities, the article can have a Sleep section. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 12:05, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, that's the situation of many Indian stations. In many cases, the station itself contains a dormitory, a "retiring room", or an IRCTC-run hotel. However, I think they should be listed in the station article instead of the corresponding city or district article if the facility is used mainly by rail passengers. If the hotel is also popular among non-passengers, then it would get listed in the corresponding city or district, with a blurb about it in the station article. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 12:12, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::::The [[Wikivoyage:Station article template|Station article template]] says: :::::: 'Where can you sleep/nap/rest inside the station, including on chairs and benches. How comfortable will you be, and will you get in trouble if you stretch out or stay too long. :::::: Hotel options on or connected to the station, and an overview of nearby neighborhoods offering hotel accommodation. If the station is adjacent to a well-defined neighborhood and travellers can easily find hotels from that district article, link to it. However, stations are often not close to anything, and the station article may be the best place to list a few hotels (ones whose defining feature is "being close to the station").' :::::Isn't that good advice? Except that I don't think we should say that stations often aren't close to anything. In Europe train stations are usually in the centre – if they weren't when the station was built, they are now, because of city growth – and bus stations are often connected to them. :::::I think a Sleep section telling where to take a nap and linking the district for accommodation is no problem. The latter is kind of redundant if Understand links the neighbourhood. as it should, but still no problem. Leaving out the rest options because of Sleep is missing is worse. And it is sad if the adjacent [[Grand old hotels|Grand Old Hotel]] isn't pointed out. :::::(I'll tweak the advice in the template.) :::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:03, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I agree with {{u|LPfi}} that the information that the template says we should use is useful for travellers. ::::::Regarding stations being close to anything, purpose-built high-speed stations in China and France are often in the comparative middle of nowhere (though usually connected to somewhere by a further train or bus), while a lot of 'city' stations in North America are placed out in the suburbs and may or may not have onward transport options.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 20:36, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I agree. But in my experience, stations in the middle of nowhere are usually relatively small and not that complex, so I doubt very many of them would merit standalone articles. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 04:39, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::btw @[[User:Mx. Granger|Mx. Granger]] I take it you're referring to North American stations, not Chinese stations, right? Not that I've ever been to China to see for myself but from photos I've seen and from some friends' experiences a lot of HSR stations are designed like airports (which to me seem article-worthy). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:39, 1 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I'm thinking of stations like [[w:Guangmingcheng railway station|Guangmingcheng railway station]] in the outskirts of Shenzhen, a high-speed rail station which is nowhere near the complexity of major Chinese stations. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 14:18, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::Okay yeah having looked at that WP article that doesn't seem anywhere near complex enough to warrant a separate article. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:09, 2 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::<small>(comment was written at 22:00 30 June but not saved)</small> I don't think most city stations of North America stations would qualify for a station article tbh. Even then, those in China tend to be rather exceptions, not the norm (and in places like the [[Laos–China Railway|LCR in Laos]] you're unlikely to find accommodation in those middle of nowhere stations). <span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:31, 1 July 2026 (UTC) :I think that the section should be optional. I think also that the section should be hemi-demi-semi-encouraged, specifically with this question in mind: If the train/bus limps in to the station, behind schedule and in need of repairs, and everyone's ordered off until the needed repairs can be effected, what's the traveller to do? "Hotel across the street" or "No hotel for 20 miles" would be useful information if you're unexpectedly stuck there. I'd similarly suggest that a note about the nearest hospital would be appropriate. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:34, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::Okay, so stations vary greatly, therefore the page format should be flexible. But IMO one essential is that travel-critical info should appear on the main city page not be squirreled away on a "station" page (not a problem if there's cross-referencing to avoid duplicate listing). Ditto for negative info, such as the absence of some facility you'd expect to find there. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 21:13, 2 July 2026 (UTC) :::For hotels usable to those not using the station, such as those mentioned in [[London St Pancras International#Sleep]], the main listings should be in the city or district article (I think the linked Sleep section is a good example on how to do this; I don't know why Camden isn't linked, but it has a link in the Nearby section just below). :::If the station really isn't near anything, the listings could be in the station article. In that case I think a single sentence in the city or district article's Sleep, linking to the station article's Sleep, would be a best practice – not necessarily useful for most city visitors, but a way to make sure the main listings are findable. :::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:55, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I think it should be optional, just in case the station itself has a hotel. Like Tokyo Railway Station is home to Tokyo Station Hotel, and the railway stations in Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore originally opened with hotels in them. But that said, quite a number of train stations were originally built with adjacent hotels specifically to serve railway passengers; many Canadian and British cities have this, for instance. Should they be included? [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 23:08, 4 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Where they're still hotels (a lot in the UK aren't anymore) and still near stations (a lot in Canada aren't anymore), they should be listed, but as Granger pointed out, remember most of those stations don't need their own article. In fact, I'd estimate the only stations in those two countries complex enough that they might need articles are [[London St Pancras]] and Toronto Union. [[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 02:08, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::If I recall correctly, quite a number of the ones in London are still hotels. They were built back when most railways in the UK were run by private companies, and each company built its own station with an accompanying hotel. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 04:52, 5 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::I think telling whether there are hotels in the neighbourhood or ones in easy reach by public transport, and where to look for them (the district article, mostly) is worthwhile regardless of actual railway hotels. No need to have the traveller click to the district article to try to figure whether any of the listings there is viable. Also whether there is some place to rest for shorter times is valuable. :::::::What is the problem with a short Sleep section stating "There are hotels nearby, listed in [[London/Camden]]. For shorter rests, your best option is to buy something at the café, as the benches are usually taken" (fictive example, Saint Pancras has more text) or "There are no good resting spots in or near the station. The most convenient hotels are those in the centre, as transport elsewhere is convoluted". –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:37, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]]: sorry, I missed your comment earlier. It might just be my bias, but to me seeing "x station has no hotels – see y district for nearby hotels" feels like it gets repetitive, especially if hotels within stations aren't the norm. Perhaps maybe then it should be left optional for outline and usable articles, but mandatory for guide and star articles? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:22, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::It gets repetitive if its common across station articles and you read a lot of them. On the other hand, repetitiveness isn't that bad: such a sentence is easy not to use brain power on, like the "X is a town in northern Y". If you are interested in a specific station, it doesn't get repetitive. If there is a little more content, such as in my examples above, it is valuable information. Content in the section could be optional for usable, but the heading should still be there, for somebody to add that info. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:50, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think that for most stations, there is more to say than "for accommodation, see [surrounding district]". If they aren't railway hotels and the district is in the city outskirts, I doubt that transport to them, in most cases, is straight forward. As the district probably is large, it is likely that some hotels are more easily reached from the station, with lines that aren't necessarily highlighted in the district article (they may be marginal for those not using the hotel ''and'' the station). It may also be good to point out hotel areas that are quite far away but along good communications from the station. And then we have the quick rest scenarios. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:58, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::I think that for the vast majority of stations complex enough to merit articles (which is mostly continental Europe and parts of East Asia), stations tend to be in city centres where the district will be small in area. To me it feels more intuitive to explain that in the lede. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:17, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::The current station articles: ::::::::::::* See Wikivoyage's Melbourne CBD article for information about hotels near Southern Cross. Plenty are within walking distance, or at the very least, within Melbourne CBD's Free Tram Zone. [OK – actual info] ::::::::::::* See Brussels/Molenbeek and surroundings for surrounding accommodation. [default wording, it seems – one hotel is by the station, the others a kilometre or so away] ::::::::::::* There are no hotels within the station, but there are some on Europaplatz and Washingtonplatz. See City West § Sleep and Mitte § Sleep for individual listings nearby. [the recommended districts are the adjacent ones, not the one with the station; the maps are too crowded for one to see the station] ::::::::::::* [just a listing, for a hotel in the station] ::::::::::::* [no Sleep, the district not told] ::::::::::::* Sleeping in the station is discouraged. Even if some parts of the station are open around the clock, the seating areas are closed off during night-time. [the station is in the centre, which has hotels] ::::::::::::* There is ample accommodation in the general area. See Zurich § Sleep. [OK; this is useful] ::::::::::::I think these Sleep sections are useful in the cases where they are written to be so, even if all of these seem to be in the city centres. The generic wording would be less useful, but I agree that the Understand should tell where the station is, and in what district, as told in the template. [[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 14:38, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] hmm actually yeah maybe I'm convinced now. Appreciate putting it all together. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:08, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I wonder if, instead of "x station has no hotels – see y district for nearby hotels", we'd prefer something like "The nearest hotels are in [link] and [link]." [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:12, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::Definitely is an improvement. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:08, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::Yes. Few people would expect there to be a hotel in the station building, so the lack of one doesn't need to be told. I added to/tweaked [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid#Sleep]] and [[Stockholm Central Station#Sleep]], which now are about what I'd expect, alongside Melbourne Southern Cross, Berlin Hbf, Zürich HB and Pancras. The Indian ones need more info. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:23, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::Just saw your additions to both articles – those are awesome! I know I was the one who proposed that we abolish this section, but now I'm somewhat convinced to keep it as-is. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:09, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::::I think it's a good idea to keep it for stations where the accomodation is actually in the station, but it's not needed for stations where it isn't located in the station. In Sydney there used to be a YHA hostel that was in Railway Square which was part of Sydney Central station, but it's currently closed while the Atlassian skyscraper is being built and will move there. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 10:01, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ===Summarising this discussion=== It seems over the course of this discussion, two main arguments have emerged: * Sleep sections ''shouldn't'' be mandatory, as most stations will not have hotels or accommodation within the station. Thus, it can be assumed that if a station article doesn't have a Sleep section, there will be no accommodation. Because no station accommodation is the default, not the exception, it will become repetitive. * Sleep sections ''should'' be mandatory, as even though they might not be the standard, it can be useful to point out which district the station is in and where all the nearby accommodation is (even if it's mentioned earlier in the article). Major stations (mostly HSR) in the middle of fields or on the outskirts (mainly in France or China) are unlikely to merit their own articles where this would be a concern. I was mostly in the former camp, but {{u|LPfi}}'s points have strongly convinced me into the latter camp. Curious to hear other opinions, especially after LPfi's last few points. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:45, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't feel like either option is a fair representation of my view, and I believe my view is fairly common. I'd summarize it this way: :* Sleep sections are ''optional''. If the station contains or is immediately adjacent to a hotel or accommodation, it should be listed. Otherwise, providing information about nearby places to sleep is optional. :I expect that optional choice to be made on the basis of common sense and editorial judgment, after taking into account all the facts and circumstances about the location and the current state of the article. In particular, if the station article is lengthy, then a link to the district article (which was probably last seen several screenfuls ago) could be convenient, especially for mobile users. However, if the article is currently short and the link is easy to find, then there's no need to duplicate the link. An article whose contents were something like "The City Railway Station is in [[City]]. Sleep: See [[City#Sleep]]" would be silly, and Wikivoyage contributors are perfectly capable of recognizing that and making the right choice. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:48, 15 July 2026 (UTC) == [[Wikivoyage:America's 250th Birthday]] == This page was unilaterally created by {{ping|CrunchLabs}}. On one hand, this has no consensus whatsoever, but I've refrained from deleting it for now, as I actually don't think this is half as bad of an idea for an edit-a-thon. Since most of our edit-a-thons (at least those run by this site) are pretty low maintenance, what is everyone else's thoughts on making this an actual edit-a-thon (and once again, I'm more than happy to grade articles on the end). I'm thinking any article improved during the month of July should count, but open to other thoughts. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 02:47, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :Not a bad idea as such, but this is an event that is happening in hours. Even if we put forth Herculean effort to make a great guide, literally no one would use it for actual travel around Independence Day. Editing America-related articles until the 25th is nice I guess, but this is also a terrible time to travel here and there has been a drop-off in tourism due to our creeping fascism and xenophobia. I'm pretty dour about this as an American who isn't a bigot. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:52, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::My thoughts were more or less that it'll become useful in the future. Given most cities and parks of the US are already reasonably well-covered here, I more or less expect that this will just end up being an improvement for many smaller destinations that primarily attract domestic visitors. But all of this are just my thoughts not really backed up by anything so take that as you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:53, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::I guess the better target would be India and Pakistan's independence days on mid-August, since both countries have poorer coverage of destinations compared to the U.S. or Europe. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:19, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'd be in support of that – since India and Pakistan do make up the bulk of South Asia, it could be an even broader themed edit-a-thon even if the other South Asian countries don't have anything special in August. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:32, 3 July 2026 (UTC) I'm having issue with this user's [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Millburn&diff=next&oldid=5302726 decision] to include Chinese name for a New Jersey town. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 13:24, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :I've reverted that edit...questionable decision for sure. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:46, 3 July 2026 (UTC) : See also [[Wikivoyage:Votes_for_deletion#Wikivoyage:America’s_250th_Birthday]] [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 21:37, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::Done, speedily deleted as per the author's request. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:43, 7 July 2026 (UTC) == New experimental gadget == Hi, everyone. Although I don't expect this gadget to be used all that much, I've created a new gadget for [[Wikivoyage:Requests for checkuser]] (which is enabled for everyone for the time being). You should be able to see the interface pop up when you click the "Add new request" button in the centre of the header (though it can take a second or two to load). This should at least format CU requests a lot better (which is particularly important as the template adds a permalink in the CU log). Any feedback and improvements are appreciated. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:10, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't quite get why it is enabled by default. Checkuser info is needed only by those who know what it is about, who all should either be regulars (who can see this thread and enable the gadget by themselves) or experienced cross-project patrollers, who probably have an established cross-project workflow. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:34, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::We don't have any sort of permission that allows for both cross-wiki patrollers and project regulars to use this gadget (I don't think it's possible to enable it only for those with "autopatrol" on). And as for "experienced cross-project patrollers, who probably have an established cross-project workflow" – no, there is no such established workflow for CU requests (there is for OS, however). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:18, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::We don't need permissions. The point is that regulars can enable it for themselves, while I imagine cross-project patrollers would just use whatever method they are used to for filing the request – even if they found the gadget they would not necessarily try it out for just a single case. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:40, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::The point isn't so much about what people filing in the requests would find it and more that the request is automatically formatted correctly which makes handling the CU request itself a lot easier. And regarding "I imagine cross-project patrollers would just use whatever method they are used to for filing the request" – no, once again cross-wiki patrollers for CU requests will use whatever is easiest for them (if it's enabled by default then that makes it even easier), the best wikis I find to deal with are often those that accommodate us patrollers. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:48, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I haven't been a checkuser and I haven't been making requests, especially not across projects, so I really cannot say to what extent people would use the gadget. Thus, use your judgement. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:02, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == [[Wikivoyage talk:Listings]] == There are a couple of threads there that need attention and participation, and I know from sad experience not to count on '''anybody''' paying any attention to that page. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:10, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ...after a short discussion above, the default editor listing buttons functionality was extended. By selecting a text that resembles legacy-style listings (e.g. See section of [[Amandola]]), and clicking the respective button, the listings will be automagically created. If you see some regressions, please report :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 20:01, 16 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't know if it's a regression, but it's certainly wonkyː when I click the button to create a Sleep listing it includes the "checkin" and "checkout" fields, as expected, but also an irrelevant "hours" field (more appropriate to a Buy or Eat listing). Cheersǃ [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 21:01, 16 July 2026 (UTC) ::I sometimes use the hours field for restaurant and front desk opening hours. Checkin and checkout are more important, but I don't see a big problem in it keeping that field (but it isn't among the suggested fields). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:10, 16 July 2026 (UTC) :::I occasionally use the hours field for places that are only open for part of the year, for example a campsite which only opens in the summer. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:54, 16 July 2026 (UTC) == How do I make [[Bulgaria#By taxi]] visible in the [[Targovishte#By taxi]] section? == I just replaced a bunch of section link templates, but this replacement didn't seem to work. See [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Targovishte&diff=5306944&oldid=5290175 the difference here]. What's the solution (other than to bring back a template deleted per consensus)? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:00, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :Further edits [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Targovishte&diff=5306949&oldid=5306944 here]. They worked, but there may be a more elegant solution. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:02, 9 July 2026 (UTC) ::There were oddnesses. Plain <nowiki>{{see also|Bulgaria#By taxi}}</nowiki> works: ::{{see also|Bulgaria#By taxi}} ::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:41, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::Three other taxi firms in town have no website but appear to be in business. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 16:19, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Travel forum == I wasn't paying attention when this came to fruition, but I think it's potentially a fantastic addition to the site. God how I long for a replacement for Lonely Planet's old Thorntree – the Reddit version is a bit lame. But then so is ours. One of the most active threads is a silly discussion about whether one can visit South Sentinel Island. I feel like there is a market here, and a bullshit-free website like WV might just be the place for true traveller's forum to bloom. Does anyone have idea ideas how we could jumpstart this? We seem to be lacking both interesting (or even valid) questionaires as well as even semi-informed answerers (editors referring people to the relevant article seems a bit... meh). My only idea is perhaps a banner for some period of time inviting users to check out the forum. Any other ideas? [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 16:58, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :I think it can be on the lines of the following banner once proposed for what it once was [[WV:Tourist office]] (now [[WV:Travel forum]]): :[[File:MyWV Banner 03.jpg|x100px]] :The [[WV:My Voyage]] proposal was excellent, and it could replace [[WV:Community portal]] if properly implemented. But sadly, it remains abandoned since 2014, and the [[Main Page]] effectively replaces the community portal for most users. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:06, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::Right, something like this. I also think that the practice of referring posters to articles should stop. Instead, if we got this going, then the forum should ''inform'' the articles as opposed to the other way around. The forum should be for up-to-date (though casual) information that then provides a basis for article updates. I am currently in Central Asia and one extremely helpful (although often out-of-date) website is [https://caravanistan.com/ Carivanistan] and I think this provides a good model, where the forums inform the articles. (Unlike WV, Carivanistan is a dictatorship, but then so is Central Asia...) A lively forum is potentially a way to really juice this website with actual travellers, which I think we are lacking a bit vis-a-vis the armchair travellers (no judgement). [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:15, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :::I still think that we could cite the articles ("as told in [[Helsinki#By boat]], there are plenty of ferries from Tallinn, just use any of them"). Especially when the OP has provided close to no information ("What is there to see in Rome?"), I don't think we should put too much effort in the answer. Of course, being rude towards trolls may discourage good-faith naïve users, who aren't as good at spotting trolls, so we probably should give decent answers also to bad questions (in the cases where we don't simply revert). Pointing to the article with a nice phrasing is one way to handle it. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:10, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]]: I kinda have the same thoughts as you, which is why I (and {{u|Ikan Kekek}}) largely proposed it last year. In some ways I find it's better than the tourist office which it replaced, but it does feel like the vibe of the tourist office kinda just...stuck? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:19, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::I did not follow tourist office, and I joined it only after when it became travel forum. I have just started a thread with my tour plan for Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]), and I will provide updates there. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:23, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == wrong "Dead link" meessage == Hi I've just got a modification alert on the [[GR 92]] page. It says that there is a dead link. https://www.era-ewv-ferp.org/e-paths/e12/e12-in-spain/ European Ramblers Association E12 path. '''bracket.bracket'''.Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot . '''bracket.bracket'''. I just checked the link and it works. Beyond deleting the deadlink message, what I want advice on is, what I have to do to avoid again that the bot misunderstands this link as a deadlink where, in fact, is not. I don't want a editions fight with a bot!! [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:52, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Paste this template after the link: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Template:Cbignore Cbignore]. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:57, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::Done. Thanks [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:51, 15 July 2026 (UTC) :It's hard to know that the link <em>wasn't</em> dead at that time. There are a [https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/HTTP/Reference/Status variety of HTTP codes] and the bot could view many or all o them as "dead" without the nuance of what each one means. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 17:59, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I don't think they're accusing the bot of malfeasance, just don't want it being tagged again. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 18:18, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm not alleging malfeasance either. The point that I was trying to make was two-fold: 1.) it may well have been dead at the time, so the bot was functioning properly and 2.) calling a link "dead" can be a matter of interpretation: e.g. maybe the server recognize the bot as a bot and served up an HTTP response that a human wouldn't have gotten. That's not malfeasance or even malfunction, just a difficult way to include the nuance of what it means for a link to be "dead". ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 18:57, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :I started trying to deal with this a few months ago. From the guidance on the [[User:InternetArchiveBot]] user page, I stumbled upon the [https://iabot.wmcloud.org/index.php?page=reportfalsepositive IABot Report false positives tool]. I had to mess with the profile buttons in the upper-right in order to get the required permissions. This tool works most of the time, but there's some links that get repeatedly retagged, I assume because of the bot-filtering that Justin describes. I wasn't aware of the Cbignore template, but I want to try that out for the links that IABot retags after reporting. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 21:12, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::It seems that pages that need Javascript to present anything useful tend to be marked as dead. This might include those that want you to prove you aren't a bot. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:07, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == July 2026 Wikimedia Café meetups regarding Wikimedia governance and options for reform == <div class="border-box" style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle, #f8eaba); max-width: 875px; padding: 5px; border: 1px solid black; margin: 5px; color: var(--clr-dark)"> <div class="box" style="float:left; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-left: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;">[[File:Wikimedia Café logo in plain SVG format.svg|60px|alt=The logo for the Wikimedia Café]]</div> Hello! There will be two '''[https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Caf%C3%A9 Wikimedia Café]''' discussion opportunities in July. Both sessions will focus on Wikimedia governance, including possible follow-ups to the [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Movement_Charter Movement Charter] and options for reform. Participants may attend either or both Café sessions. This month, to deconflict the Café meetups from Wikimania, the meetups will be held one day later than usual. #'''26 July 2026 15:00 UTC''' ([https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1785078000 timestamp converter]), at a time friendly to the Americas, Africa, and Europe #'''27 July 2026 03:00 UTC''' ([https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1785121200 timestamp converter]), at a time friendly to Asia and the Pacific Please see the Café page for more information, including [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Caf%C3%A9#How_to_attend_the_session how to register]! <br /> [[File:Buntstifte Eberhard Faber crop 64h.jpg|860px|alt=cropped image of colored pencils]]</div> <span style="white-space:nowrap;">[[User:Pine|<span style="color:#01796f; text-shadow:#00BFFF 0 0 1.0em">↠Pine</span>]] [[User talk:Pine|<span style="color:DeepSkyBlue">(<b style="color:#FFDF00;text-shadow:#FFDF00 0 0 1.0em">✉</b>)</span>]]</span> 03:44, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == Its really weird == Unlike wikipedia once you click on edit on a page you will instantely enter edit Mode i almost removed the s in cities in the uzbekistan page because of this error [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39485-56|&#126;2026-39485-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39485-56|talk]]) 19:13, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :and also how do i delete my temporary account i too lazy to make an account [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39485-56|&#126;2026-39485-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39485-56|talk]]) 19:15, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Temporary accounts cannot be deleted. No idea what you mean with your first comment, though. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:55, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == Blocking filters == I disabled the blocking in [[Special:AbuseFilter/90]]. Admins should probably take a look at the discussion. There is perhaps a related issue in [[Special:AbuseFilter/93]]. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 23:18, 15 July 2026 (UTC) == Overlap == There is a severe overlap in [[Olongapo]] and [[Subic]]. Ideally, both are separate cities/municipalities that border each other in the Philippines. Instead, Subic overlaps Olongapo's content under the guise of it being the name of the bay that both areas share. Might a serious restructuring be needed? [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 16:02, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Yeah, this content should definitely be merged into a single article. I don't know the region well enough to know which article is best (i.e., whether or not "Subic" is a more widely-recognized colloquial name than "Olongapo", or if it's more an administrative formality). [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:38, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::{{ping|Borgenland|Gerode}} I suggest "Metro Olongapo" as a catchall term for both municipalities, per the WP article on {{w|Olongapo}}, "{{tq|Together with the municipality of Subic, Olongapo forms Metro Olongapo, one of the twelve metropolitan areas in the Philippines.}}" I don't know anything much about the Philippines though. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:01, 18 July 2026 (UTC) : At least in my circles (expats in the Philippines), Subic is far better known because there was an American naval base there during the Vietnam War. Like [[Angeles]], which had an air base, it developed a sex industry at that time & is still a sex tourism destination, though the customers now are mostly Japanese & Korean. Some of the aging servicemen say those places have gone far downhill & are now not even close to what they remember. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 17:29, 18 July 2026 (UTC) : I'd keep the two articles; they seem like distinct destinations to me. Of course they should link to each other & duplication should be reduced. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 17:36, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I am proposing a cleanup of the Subic article to make it strictly about Subic town. On searching further I found that the overlap extends to [[Morong (Bataan)]], which apparently has jurisdiction over Ocean Adventure and Zoobic Safari. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 05:33, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Also noting that Subic town has a larger share of the eponymous bay’s coastline. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 05:34, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::: I'd oppose merging, but cleanup sounds like a fine idea; [[Wikivoyage:Plunge_forward|plunge forward]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 15:30, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Started revamping [[Subic]]. Will start on the market tonight. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 16:43, 3 August 2026 (UTC) == Data pages fail to work == I have just created custom mapshapes for the subregions of [[North Yorkshire]], but they fail to work as they returns the error "maplink: Title "Wikivoyage/North York Moors and Teesside.map" is not a valid map data page". So I tried this on my sandbox, and found same error regardless of the data page. Then, I fix the typo at [[London#Get around]] and find that even its mapshape returns the same error. I guess it's a universal error you will get once you edit an article. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 04:59, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :I have just edited [[Madrid#Districts]] and it also returns "maplink: Title "Madrid_Inner_Districts.map" is not a valid map data page", even though I have never touched the data page in question compared to the previous ones. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 05:04, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :Well, the data [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Data:Wikivoyage/North_York_Moors_and_Teesside.map is still there]........ so perhaps some change on our side? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 14:45, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::Yes, it's definitely on our side, as I see no problems on Commons. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 14:56, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::I see this error in many places across the [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Template:Maplink Wikimedia Template:Maplink documentation page] [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:32, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::: probably releated report ---> {{phab|T433008}} -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:33, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == Request for comment (the future of Abstract Wikipedia) == <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr">You are invited to voice your opinions in a [[:m:Requests for comment/The future of Abstract Wikipedia|request for comment about the future of Abstract Wikipedia]]. {{Int:Feedback-thanks-title}} [[:m:User:Kowal2701|Kowal2701]] ([[:m:User talk:Kowal2701|talk]]) 12:25, 24 July 2026 (UTC) </bdi> <!-- Message sent by User:DreamRimmer@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Distribution_list/Global_message_delivery&oldid=30513860 --> :I voiced my concerns on the RfC in question, but I'll say it here too: there's been zero consultation specifically with the abstractwiki community, with the proposer only having made one edit to abstractwiki prior to this, and a majority of the participants coming in from a discussion on enwiki (why does enwiki think they are a primary affected party?). It's nice the WMF (especially Sannita) is actually a bit receptive to feedback in this instance, however, but I'd keep that in mind when reading many of the initial comments. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:32, 24 July 2026 (UTC) ::Yes. If the consultation is done on a page where the community's comments are drowned in walls of text from en-wp, the community cannot be expected to engage. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 21:49, 26 July 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]]: tbh ''some'' of the concerns on that page do seem valid – particularly patching raw information into actual coherent sentences since almost no two languages have the same sentence structure and rules-based order (that's something even I don't know what can be done without using AI). The others, though: massively agreed with you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:15, 3 August 2026 (UTC) ::::There's the same problem as with Wikinews: there are valid concerns and a problematic (some would claim out-of-process) process. ::::For the concerns: this is a highly experimental and difficult project. If it succeeds, it will be revolutionary. I get the impression though, that the magnitude of the difficulties hasn't been appreciated, not by the critics and – what's worse – not by the project itself. I tried to check whether there were any linguists in the team, but such information was difficult to find. No wonder they have struggled if they tried to approach it as a purely technical problem, with primarily programming expertise. ::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 18:13, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :::::It's certainly <em>very</em> ambitious and is something that has been in the works for over a decade, while [[:f:]] is still in beta and will be for years. This project won't be functional to make encyclopedia articles for at least a decade and probably two. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 20:17, 3 August 2026 (UTC) ::::About "almost no two languages have the same sentence structure and rules-based order": For simple sentences, this isn't true, because most languages accept a simple subject–verb–object format: Look at the moon. Mira la luna. Regarde la lune. 看看月亮. Olha para a lua. Посмотри на луну. Those that don't often have a predictable variation. Hindi and Bengali, for example, sound like "The Moon, look." I wouldn't expect anyone to be using this [https://www.washingtonpost.com/doonesbury/strip/archive/1979/05/16# for poetry], and I think it would break down with complex sentences, metaphors, and many idiomatic expressions, but I think it is possible that it could be helpful overall, even though I'm convinced that it can't do everything. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:58, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :::::I think that it would work best if a way is provided to integrate Abstract content with local language specific content. As a minimum this could be by having articles which have local sections and abstract sections, but it would be better if finer control is provided, and the mechanism is intuitive to local editors. A local editor should not have to figure out whether changing "Look at the moon" to "Consider the moon" requires a change to the abstract statement or the translation engine, and language editing wars need to be avoided. If you look at [[:w:2026 FIFA World Cup]], there are many tables which I think could be converted to abstract form and used in some of the 116 Wikipedias which have this article. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:18, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::This will be the near- or mid-term value of [[:f:]] and abstract.wp: it can provide baked-in, consistent methods of displaying data from [[:d:]], such as with infoboxes or tables, but it can't write wholesale articles--even short ones--for a long time, if ever. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 21:45, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::I think the general notion is that someone would hand-code an article, and that this would provide a basic outline that could be adapted by local editors. For example: "<code>$city [is] [in] <nowiki>[[link|$location]]</nowiki>.^[ref] [The population] [is] $population-number [as of] $year.^[ref]</code>". The Wikivoyage editor could see that and say "I'm keeping that first sentence, but we don't do refs to citations here, and I don't really care about the population." The Wikipedia editor could say "Thanks for the refs, but these short, choppy sentences sound they were written by a seven year old, so I'll copyedit it." Everyone gets some value, but nobody blindly accepts everything 100% as it was originally generated. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 22:56, 4 August 2026 (UTC) Thanks for the link. Abstract Wikipedia/Wikifunctions should not have been approved in the first place due to lack of genuine community consultation. It was [[foundation:Resolution:Abstract Wikipedia|approved]] 3 weeks after [[meta:Talk:Abstract Wikipedia/Archive 1|it was proposed on Meta]] (which is lightning speed) because it was proposed by a former board of trustee (i.e. cronyism), contrast that to Wikispore and WikiJournal's proposals. And now, 6 years later, we see the end result of a proposal that did not receive community scrutiny to flesh out the details and challenges. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 03:27, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :As someone who made basically the exact same allegation on [[:m:]] myself, I will say that the explanation given at the time was that the general Abstract Wikipedia/Wikilemma/Wikifunctions project essentially started with the creation of [[:d:]] (2012/2013) and had been worked on with a newsletter publishing the process publicly for years. I am not 100% convinced by that reasoning, but it does soften allegations about pure cronyism. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 04:00, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::Denny proposed it many years before that. It's been [https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Semantic_MediaWiki/Blueprint&oldid=201639#Parsing_of_Wikisource_and_generation_of_articles talked about since at least 2005]. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 22:47, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :::Talked about and actually presenting the proposal to the community for voting are two separate things. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:17, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == Mapframe Layer=W == What does a '''layer=W''' parameter/value do in the [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Template:Mapframe Mapframe] template? The template documentation for the layer parameter says "see Wikivoyage:How to use dynamic maps#Mapframe" but that anchor doesn't exist and the article doesn't mention the layer parameter at all. Thanks, [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 14:38, 26 July 2026 (UTC) :The layer parameter has been ignored by mapframe for about 10 years. It was meant to allow the default map layer to be selected (W=Wikimedia, M=Mapnik, R=Relief Map). However selecting anything other than Wikimedia means that the reader's IP address is sent to an external server. If this is done as a result of the reader selecting the layer on the page they are warned of this privacy issue (if they pay close attention), but not if it is the default in mapframe. Because of this minor privacy issue, the layer parameter is disabled. (Mapframe2 does support the layer parameter, but it is only intended to be used on [[Destinations]].) [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:41, 26 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ah ha. Thanks. Any objection to replacing "see Wikivoyage:How to use dynamic maps#Mapframe" in the documentation with "ignored parameter"? [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 02:27, 27 July 2026 (UTC) :::I interpret silence as no objection. [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Template:Mapframe/doc&diff=prev&oldid=5319624 Done!] [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 06:59, 30 July 2026 (UTC) ::::That's how we roll! :-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 16:35, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Opt out global sysops? == Hello. I am a user who reverts and reports vandalism globally. In my opinion, this wiki should opt out global sysops, for the following reasons: #This wiki has 33 local administrators and 17 of them are active, so this wiki does not meet the scope of opting in global sysops. #From what I see in [[Special:Log/block]], [[Special:Log/delete]] and [[Special:Log/protect]], although this wiki allows global sysops to perform administrative actions, almost all administrative actions are performed by local administrators. Thank you. [[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]] ([[User talk:Font8388608|talk]]) 16:48, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]]: My question is why. Has there ever been a case of a GS (or steward) that's used their tools ''not'' in the best interests of this site since 2021? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:53, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ::I also oppose the suggestion. Global sysops have helped greatly by reverting vandalism when admins don't happen to be on the site. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:46, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :::Can you tell me when most of the local admins weren't present and therefore global sysops could revert most of the disruptive edits? [[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]] ([[User talk:Font8388608|talk]]) 11:49, 2 August 2026 (UTC) ::::Plenty of times – GS/stew intervention has been particularly helpful during the times when a certain few LTAs were active (not going to namedrop them per DENY, but I'm happy to do so off-wiki). Also, having been a global sysop (and now steward) and been pretty extensively involved in this sphere for about 2 years now, the worst wikis to deal with x-wiki anti-vandalism are the wikis that set up needless bureaucratic hoops for no discernible benefits whatsoever, and I really don't want this wiki to be one of those said wikis. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:02, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]], if I knew which times of day we tended to lack admin coverage, I wouldn't want to announce them publicly. Suffice it to say, help from global sysops has been very helpful, and we're glad to have their assistance. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:14, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :I agree. The global sysops are generally helpful, and we have no reason to want them to leave us. :I also don't understand why the OP would make this suggestion at a wiki they've never edited before. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 20:35, 2 August 2026 (UTC) I believe this question was raised in good faith because our project doesn't fit into the definition of a "small wiki" (see the [[meta:Small and large wikis|definition of small and large wikis on Meta]]). Specifically, the first line on that definition page reads "Every wiki with checkusers should be treated as a large wiki. However, some of those wikis may need help. Global sysops must ask communities for permission to use their rights on that project." The presence of CheckUser elevates our status to large wiki, even though we have not reached 50,000 articles yet. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 21:46, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :So do we have to do anything to assure global sysops that we continue to welcome their help? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 23:27, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::Nothing, really. Our policy already permits GS help on an as-they-see-fit model, which overrides the Meta definition in this instance. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:30, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == Mapframe == Recently mapframe does not react correctly on clicking on the markers. This is not the case on every article that has mapframe. Examples: [[Taipei]] has the problem, but on [[Aalst]] there is no problem. Looking at the source code I don't see what difference there is in mapshape usage in these articles. [[User:FredTC|FredTC]] ([[User talk:FredTC|talk]]) 12:22, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :I believe it's a known issue – see [[phab:T433703]]. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 14:01, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :: The problems are known. But I think there is another one: [[Phab:T433755]] (a style sheet problem). --[[User:RolandUnger|RolandUnger]] ([[User talk:RolandUnger|talk]]) 16:39, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :So, the problem is probably on the backend rather than the frontend. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:53, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == New unannounced event == It seems there's currently an unannounced event at [[m:Event:Culture Connect Africa/Wikivoyage/2026]] which involves Wikivoyage, ongoing between 21:00, August 1, 2026 – 09:59, November 1, 2026. I haven't properly looked into this (just very busy irl)...but somebody should try to contact the event organizer, as this is currently running against [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers|site policy]]. (cc {{ping|Ikan Kekek}}, if you happen to know). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:57, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :This is probably [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#Request for Wikivoyage Training for African and Proud Community]] above: "I kindly request for permission for a wikivoyage training". [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::I stand corrected then – to the organizers, please accept my apologies for not properly looking. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:11, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :::However, I think that they need to alter their competition rules to align with [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers]]. In particular as the competition encourages article creation, competitors should be directed to [[Wikivoyage:What is an article?]]. Parts of the rules look like they have been edited from an earlier Wikipedia competition without fully updating to align with how Wikivoyage works. I am also disappointed that the organiser that posted the request has not made any other edits on Wikivoyage, despite the advice to "edit the article about wherever you live". [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:21, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I totally agree. Moreover, [[Wikivoyage:Copyleft]] needs to be emphasized. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:46, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :::::At least this event is trying to improve transportation and recreation activities in the project, and not something like linking human rights and Wikivoyage 🤦 [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 17:48, 7 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::Sure, I agree with you on that. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :::::::+1. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:25, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I've boldly updated their event documentation page, and pinged the person who created it. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 00:41, 8 August 2026 (UTC) == Festivals == A new user recently created [[World Sango Festival]] which will likely be redirected to Oyo#Do. Discussion at [[User_talk:ABORISADEADETONA]]. I think this raises some broader questions which can be discussed here. Some festivals like [[New Orleans Mardi Gras]] do get their own articles. Others like [[Sinulog]] get redirects. The festival of the Sea Goddess Mazu gets neither, though it has >&nbsp;100,000 particpants; it is mentioned at [[Putian#See]]. [[Kumbh Mela]] has neither, though [[w:Kumbh Mela]] gives participation numbers in the hundreds of millions and it is mentioned in many WV articles. What are the criteria here? Do we need a policy laying them out? A festivals expedition? [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 15:14, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :I had a look at [[New Orleans Mardi Gras]] and I think that its layout looks resonable, though I would like to see a additional section entitled "Location". Note that not all festivals have parades - for example the [[en:Edinburgh Festival Fringe]] tke place at a variaty of locations. If an article were to be written about the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, then the "Parade" section would be omitted. The layout that I would sugggest therefore is: :*Understand :*Dates :*Location :*Parades :[[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 15:45, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::If a festival page is created, but then needs redirected, I'd like to advocate for first connecting the 'article' to Wikidata, before redirecting it. I've just done that for [[World Sango Festival]]. ::If you've never done that before, then my process is: ::* Find the Wikipedia article. (Hopefully it already exists.) ::* At the bottom of the three dots/tools menu, find the "Wikidata item" for the Wikipedia article. That will take you to a page like https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q24927689 ::* Scroll to the bottom of the page, where links to other articles are. Find the "Wikivoyage" section. ::* Click 'edit' to add a Wikivoyage page. In the first little box, type <code>en</code> for the language, and then put the name of the Wikivoyage article in the second box (it has a search tool, which helps make sure you get the correct spelling). ::* Click 'publish', and you're done! ::[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:35, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :FWIW, I have created the [[Kumbh Mela]] article just as the OP mentions the festival. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 19:21, 8 August 2026 (UTC) == Mandatory booking flag for listings == It seems that at least in Europe, the overtourism is dealt with e.g. by requiring booking entrance time upfront, often sold out for days prior, and no on-premises tickets even. I got bitten by this a few times in the past weeks already, including listings that seem quite mundane. e.g. today after a 40m drive, it was a bit surreal to be left outside with 20 other people before middle-of-nowhere ruins, with next entry 5h later :) ... It was definitely my fault for not checking upfront, but... I think some kind of icon "booking required" would help, and could be also used for Trip Planner, for example. One can easily overlook this requirement in a wall of text. Any other ideas/suggestions? I see now e.g. google maps has this "better to book upfront" recommendation in place... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:29, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :I don't know whether a symbol is practical, but it definitely should be emphasized in any listing in which it's relevant! I'm sorry that happened to you! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 19:33, 13 August 2026 (UTC) ::I did a Googlesearch of "Booking needed icon" and looking at the various icons that came up, it seemed to me that the most appropriate woudl be a stylised clip-board. As a guide, Wikipedia flag icons are 23 x 15 pixels with a one pixel border. [[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 21:40, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :::Some major tourist attractions in China require advance booking as well (although sometimes if you are a foreigner you can beg and cry and they'll let you in). E.g. Tiananmen Square (they did not let me in). [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 10:26, 15 August 2026 (UTC) fnul39jduvx7yiym0an5ul3h6nje11s 5328736 5328735 2026-08-15T10:26:50Z Brycehughes 43226 /* Mandatory booking flag for listings */ outdent 5328736 wikitext text/x-wiki <div style="text-align:left; background: var( --wv-optional-color, #f4f7fa); color: var( --color-base ); border: 1px solid #abc; padding: .3em; margin-bottom: 1.5em"> <div style="text-align:center; font-size:300%; line-height: 1; padding: 10px;">'''Welcome to the pub'''</div> {{shortcut|[[WV:Pub]]|[[WV:TP]]}} [[File:QA_icon_clr.svg|right|frameless|150px|link=]] The travellers' pub is for general discussion on Wikivoyage, and the place to ask questions when you're confused, lost, afraid, tired, annoyed, thoughtful, or helpful. To start a new topic, click the "Add topic" tab, so that it gets added '''at the bottom''' of the page, and sign your post by appending four tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>) Before asking a question or making a comment: * Have a look at our [[Wikivoyage:Help|Help]], [[Wikivoyage:FAQ|FAQ]] and [[Wikivoyage:Policies|Policies]] pages. * If you are a '''new user''' and you have any questions about using the website, try the [[Wikivoyage:Arrivals lounge|Arrivals lounge]]. * If you have a '''question or suggestion about a particular article''', use the article's [[Project:using talk pages|talk page]] to keep the discussion associated with that article. * If you'd like to '''draw attention to a comment''' to '''get feedback''' from other Wikivoyagers, try [[Wikivoyage:Requests for comment|Requests for comment]]. * If you are '''wanting travel advice on a specific matter''' see the [[Wikivoyage:Tourist office|tourist office]]. * If you have an '''issue you need to bring to the attention of an administrator''', try [[Wikivoyage:Ongoing vandalism|Ongoing vandalism]]. * If you are having a '''problem that you think has to do with the [[mw:|MediaWiki software]]''', please post that on [[phab:|Phabricator]] instead. * If you want to '''celebrate a significant contribution''' to Wikivoyage by yourself or others, hold a party at [[Project:Celebrate a contribution|Celebrate a contribution]]. * Discuss '''issues related to more than one language version''' of Wikivoyage in the [[meta:Wikivoyage/Lounge|Wikivoyage Lounge]] on Meta. * Anything that is '''Nigeria-related''' is now meant to go in the [[Wikivoyage:Nigeria café|Nigeria café]] instead. Anything that is '''Kosovo or Albania related''' is now meant to go in the [[Wikivoyage:Kosovo and Albania cafe|Kosovo and Albania café]] instead. This includes announcements, initiatives, celebrations, and issues with certain articles. You can review old Pub discussions in the [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub/Archives]]. '''Pull up a chair and join in the conversation!''' [{{fullurl:Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub|action=edit&section=new}} '''Click here to start a new thread'''] </div> {{WikivoyageDoc|collaboration}} <!-- Discussions start here --> __TOC__ __NEWSECTIONLINK__ == More admins? == I'm not sure how many people here have really noticed this...but I find this year in particular we've really been lacking enough people to take on janitorial tasks. VfDs going well above the 14 days (to which I still argue the solution is to reduce the time period to prevent discussion fatigue, but I digress), featured articles not being updated on time, touting left for hours on end, more spam...the list goes on. At least out of the 23 active sysops, the current team seem to be doing reasonably well, so I think this is really a call for more admins. For anyone hesitant, it's not a huge time commitment, but just more people having the ability to do these tasks alone will help out a lot. I'm more than happy to give any feedback to anyone considering running. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:49, 11 June 2026 (UTC) :At least for myself, this is partly explained by diverting some of my time and energy to perform CheckUser blocks. With more of us (yes, like you SHB who is now a steward) taking on additional roles both within and external to Wikivoyage, and [https://stats.wikimedia.org/#/en.wikivoyage.org more edits to vet through] compared to a year ago, we need to start thinking about admin retention (beyond just editor retention). This was one of the [[wikimania:2025:Program/Where are all the Wikipedia administrators? A panel discussion about the future of administrators on Wikipedia.|panel discussion in Wikimania Nairobi]] last year (full disclosure: I was invited, and accepted, to participate in this panel after arriving in Nairobi). What I'm curious to know is the general threshold (account age and edit count) that our community finds a candidate to be acceptable. When I look into the archived nominations, almost all the candidates are either sure-in (7+ year account with 5000+ edits) or sure-out (3-month account with under 50 edits). [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 15:15, 11 June 2026 (UTC) ::Couple thousand edits, couple years? Realistically, [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:ActiveUsers?username=&groups%5B%5D=autopatrolled&wpFormIdentifier=specialactiveusers the list of active autopatrolled editors] is probably the candidate pool. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:07, 11 June 2026 (UTC) :::The last admin nomination had quite low participation, relative to the size of the current active editor pool. We first need to encourage more people to participate in voting/discussion. And if someone has no strong inclinations to support or oppose, a "Neutral" or "Comment" with reasons will still provide value to the nomination, and help the closer decide whether consensus has been achieved or not. [[User:DaGizza|<span style="color:teal">Gizza</span>]]^{(<i>[[User_talk:DaGizza|<span style="color:teal">roam</span>]]</i>)} 01:31, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I didn't want to comment there, because I don't know enough about the Justin's wikipedia ban, which sounds serious... But the other two topics - it's strange to me that being non-nuclear regarding AC is still a topic, after all these years, and seems to cover any other good work a person may have done. Also I don't understand how any past participation on WT is a blocker point... So I didn't vote. -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 10:10, 12 June 2026 (UTC) :::::If you have an opinion about an admin nomination, do feel free to offer it. And for everyone: every user is entitled to offer an opinion about user rights nominations. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:39, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Seconded this – RfAs (or any nomination, really) aren't votes, so neutrals provide just as much value to the discussion as a support or an oppose. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:25, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::Oh thanks for the stats link – I guess that explains everything. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:20, 12 June 2026 (UTC) :I do start to wonder if this also builds the case for automating things that are otherwise tedious or just annoying to do by hand...maybe something worth looking into. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:37, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::Can you give an example of that kind of edit? The important things usually require human judgment. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:42, 13 June 2026 (UTC) :::Things like [[WV:VfD]] (a gadget similar to the one on Commons – shouldn't be too hard to tweak to this site) and maybe featured articles is what I'm thinking. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:10, 14 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Do you mean that you want a script that will put <code><nowiki>{{vfd}}</nowiki></code> on the article and automatically add a new ===Section=== at the end of the [[Wikivoyage:Votes for deletion]] page? That sounds like a case of https://xkcd.com/1319/ to me. ::::It looks like we had a VFD nomination about twice a week last year. A script could save about one minute per nomination (probably less, but let's stick to round numbers). If it was used for every single nomination (plausible; for comparison, enwiki uses Twinkle for about 90% of AFD nominations), that would collectively save editors about 90 minutes per year. Therefore, if it takes more than 90 minutes to set up, the net benefit wouldn't be seen for longer than a year. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 21:42, 14 June 2026 (UTC) :::::It is more than just that: the gadget would also notify editors (something that we currently don't do), and also potentially append <code><nowiki>''Not ending before {{subst:#time:H:i j F Y (T)|+2 week}}''</nowiki></code> at the top of each nomination to prevent nominations from going untouched. All these would just be annoying to do by hand, and something that can easily be done through a gadget that likely won't take all that long to create (since equivalents exist elsewhere and it's not hard to tweak + modernise it to this site). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:09, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Notifying editors is maybe nice, most of the time, but I think that two weeks is easy enough to do in your head that I see no particular value in the "Not ending before" idea. In particular, it feels like something that would make the rules be even more rigid. Enwiki has had fights over deletion discussions that closed less than one hour before the official time. I would not want us to take any step that could lead us even a tiny step towards that sort of expectation. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ===Activity level=== I looked at all 33 admins and see whether they're active (using [[w:WP:ACTIVE|WP's definition]] of 5 mainspace edits in last 30 days). I have accounted for [https://meta.toolforge.org/stewardry/enwikivoyage?sysop=1&bureaucrat=1&checkuser=1 logged actions], which did not change the table. '''TLDR: We may be losing 6 admins (18.2%) of the entire admin corp before the calendar turns 2027.''' Here is the current snapshot: {| class="wikitable" |+ Admin activity snapshot (as of June 15, 2026) |- ! Criteria !! Total number !! % of entire admin corp |- | Not active (<5 mainsapce edits in last 30 days) || 19^ || 57.8% |- | Inactive (0 edits in last 1+ years) || 6* || 18.2% |- | Inactive and in imminent risk for sysop removal (0 edits in 2 years) || 2† || 6.7% |} <nowiki>^</nowiki> Includes 1 of the 3 CheckUser. <br /> <nowiki>*</nowiki> All 6 of them have not edited for 1.5 years, and would be "sysop removal" eligible before the end of the year if they don't come back. <br /> <nowiki>†</nowiki> Their desysop was deferred [[Wikivoyage talk:Administrators#Inactive administrators as of 2026-03|in March 2026]] for lack of notification to the affected users. I think it's time that we loosen up our community criteria to counter "edit count creep". [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Wikivoyage:Travellers%27_pub&diff=prev&oldid=5291044 Couple thousand edits and couple of years] may be too stringent to our current needs. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 02:19, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :We need to be careful how much we loosen requirements. There are security issues involved in giving people admin tools. So something has to establish their trustworthiness. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:24, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::Yes we should be careful. But at the same time it should be no big deal. We're already seeing the disconnect between what the community ''feels'' like with its unwritten rules (2000 edits, 2 years) vs what is ''written'' in the [[WV:Administrators#Becoming an administrator|nomination instruction]] ("track record of at least a few months" among other things). I went into the archives and looked at some of the unsuccessful admin nominations. At least four editors went in with the presumption of what was written, got told with "not yet", and shortly afterwards quit the project altogether. Turning adminship into a big deal does not help with editor retention either. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:31, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::I agree with Ohana massively on this one – the last thing we want is our RfA process to turn into enwiki's or ruwiki's, both of which are struggling with admin retention (enwiki somewhat has solved this through AELECT, which is really a bandaid solution to a problem created by their own community being needlessly strict). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:03, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::Where does the idea that 2,000 edits and 2 years are required come from? I've been on this site and its predecessor for at least 20 years and don't remember any such unwritten rule. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:25, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::I think the security concerns are a bit overblown – if something really bad happens with an admin, the option for an emergency desysop is always there. That's not to say that we should elect rookie editors as admins, but it's not as bad as it might seem. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:04, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#c-WhatamIdoing-20260611190700-OhanaUnited-20260611151500|wrote that]] few days ago. They were the only person who responded with actual numbers in mind. Here are several, unsuccessful nomination benchmarks along with outcomes (skipping over sockpuppets and eventual LTAs): {| class="wikitable" |+ Unsuccessful RfAs and account outcomes (edit counts and account age are at the time of RfA) |- ! Account !! # of edits (approx.) !! Account age !! Outcome after unsuccessful RfA |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Tai123.123 #1] || 1800 edits || 6 months || substantial dropoff and essentially stopped 5 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/KevRobbAU #2] || 700 mainspace + 2400 userspace edits for drafting || 1.5 years || editing stopped 2 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Jay%20Jay%20Marcus%20Keize13 #3] || 450 edits || 11 months || editing essentially stopped 7 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Prof%20tpms #4] || 5800 edits || 1.5 years || editing continued, though far less active than before RfA |} From the limited sample size, we have a 75% chance of losing the editor within 6 months after their failed RfA. We got to do better. And judging from account #1's [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Tai123.123 for administrator|RFA in 2022]] in the table, it appears that our community ''does'' think 2000 edits and 2 years is the comfort threshold to support an RfA. I understand it's not an easy topic to bring up, but it is time that we loosen up the criteria. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:39, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::We should still have the threshold high enough that no LTA is tempted to try to get promoted. I didn't dig deep enough in the archives to find the two unsuccessful nominations – what level of experience did they have? A few months of editing might be enough if they really have shown that they understand site policy and ability to work well with the community, but that requires quite enthusiastic engagement with the site. Three months and 300 edits would hardly suffice in my book. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:21, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Right. 6 months or so of really great editing that showed real knowledge of Wikivoyage policy and practice and at least something over 500 edits could be sufficient. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:27, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Yeah no I agree – anything under 6 months is way too short in my opinion. That's not really enough time to actually get a proper grasp and understanding of Wikivoyage policies and practices. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:41, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] Please see my latest, added table above. The 6 months suggestion seem to be invalidated by 4 failed RfAs. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:44, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::This is the theory-vs-data problem. Yes: in theory, under some unusual circumstances, a couple of editors would support an RFA candidate with only six months of "really great editing". If we ''say'' six months, and someone tries at six months, they might get support from those couple of people, but the RFA is going to fail overall, and they're going to feel rejected by this community. ::::::I suggest that we do two things: ::::::* Provide actual data to potential candidates. It might sound like "In theory, if your contributions are stellar, then you could become an admin with just a few hundred edits and six months' experience. However, in practice, most candidates with less than 2,000 edits or less than two years' contribution here tend not to get elected." If we think that we have a problem with a requirement ratchet (the standards creep a little higher every year), then we could even add a sentence saying that we discourage voters from imposing higher expectations for volume and tenure. ::::::* Actively search for candidates. One step is to search for people with 500 edits + six months experience and put them on the autopatrolled list; another is to actively search the autopatrolled list for potential admin candidates and beg them to become an admin. This might be best done with a little off-wiki coordination, so you don't invited a doomed candidate, but most people don't run because they weren't invited to. <small>(Also: not me, thanks.)</small> ::::::[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:28, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::These are good suggestions that we can explore to implement. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 06:09, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I wouldn't agree that the 6 months suggestion is invalidated by the 4 failed RfAs that you cited. Each case is individual. But I do agree that we have usually wanted people to edit for a year before becoming admins. I'd point to [[User:Rschen7754]] as a notable exception, though under special circumstances. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:52, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I don't think that the "general purpose" documentation should say 6 months, if (as appears to be the case ) less than 2 years has only been successful in recent years under "special circumstances" (usually of the technical variety: [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Arlolra|example]], [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2024#User:Zinnober9 (temporary adminship)|example]]). We can say that special circumstances may exist, without misleading anyone into thinking that less than two years is at all normal. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:46, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :<small>(Also FYI I had admin activity reviews planned tomorrow to be handled on July 1, almost exactly a year after last year's removals) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC)</small> :None of those folks should have been made admins. Do you want to argue for any of them? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'm not re-litigating RfAs on their merits. I'm pointing out that after they failed RfAs, most of them quit. Do we really want to create a "do or die" atmosphere at RfA? Two of the four continue to contribute in other WMF projects, which is an indication that setting high standards for adminship does not address the admin deficit, but also causes regular contributors who failed RfA to find other things to edit (just not on Wikivoyage). [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:50, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :::It's unfortunate that people who are nominated for admin and not confirmed would choose to stop editing on Wikivoyage, but I refer you to [[User talk:KevRobbAU]] to see how they absolutely never should have been given any special powers. As for the other cases, what they choose to do after not being confirmed is no indication that the decision was a mistake, and we have no control over that. So what are you suggesting? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:03, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::::My suggestion to improve the overall RfA experience (aside from lowering the standard) is to offer advice on how they can improve after their unsuccessful attempt. None of my 4 examples showed instant dropoff, but rather a slow fade into disappearance. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:59, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Can you point to relevant examples where we didn't do that, should have, and how we should have done that? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:45, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I want to focus on improving the overall atmosphere and not fixated on a particular editor. But since you insist on a specific example, #1 ([[User:Tai123.123]]) falls under this category. They were [[User talk:Tai123.123#Admin?|invited to apply]], accepted, and ended up with [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Tai123.123 for administrator|non-promotion]] that I would characterize as near-miss (2 support and 2 neutral, 0 oppose). Aside from a few comments within the RfA that advised the nominee to edit more, there was no other feedback provided to the editor. In enwp, there was [[w:User_talk:OhanaUnited/Archive_5#Your RFA was unsuccessful|feedback]] on how I can improve in preparation for next nomination. Did we do that here? No, there was nothing said to the editor about this process on the usertalk page. As a matter of fact, we didn't even write a "thanks for putting yourself forward for nomination" message on their talk page or any other "not yet" closes. We can do this as a starting point. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 15:51, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::Hey, I was surprised to see myself pinged here considering I've not been active for a couple of years. I remember when I was norminated and being somewhat disappointed (though understanding why it didn't) when it didn't go through, I think my dissapearance from the site was mostly due to other factors (starting at a new university) but I think if I felt like I had a commitment to the site I might've kept some level of activity (probably not writing stuff but I did like the small bits of administration with the front page I did). I think my dissapearance from editing came less from anything about this site itself more just that I found new interests and had no commitments to keep me here. I'm now wondering if my life would be different if it went through, if I'd still be editing here. :::::::Anyway, thanks for the ping (even though the intention probably wasn't to ping me), I enjoyed reading the discussion and remember interacting with a lot of you in like 2021. Those days where I was filled with wanderlust after the pandemic feel so distant, so thanks for the blast from the past. I hope you're all doing well, and the site is running fine. I still check Wikivoyage when planning trips. :::::::Cheers! [[User:Tai123.123|Tai123.123]] ([[User talk:Tai123.123|talk]]) 17:22, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::So, I misremembered and actually '''did''' support Tai's nomination for admin. I kind of feel like they were given a roadmap for a possible if not probable success on a rehearing later, but I was concerned at the time about a lack of participation in the discussion, which I think showed that not enough people were familiar with their work. What more do you or@[[User:Tai123.123|Tai123.123]] feel we could have said or done? I read the Wikipedia thread you linked, and I saw a :::::::mention of coaching for prospective admins. How do they do that, and how is it organized? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:23, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::It's mostly informal, and AFAICT done by people who either have a lot of practical experience with the RFA process, or at least think they do. If you ask, someone will look through your edits and suggest, e.g., that you get more experience with AFD, and specifically that you go !vote in a hundred obvious AFDs, and do a few dozen completely obvious non-admin 'keep' closures, so that your agreeing-with-the-outcome stats will be pretty. Or they'll say that you don't spend time on noticeboards, so you should go answer obvious questions at one. (They never recommend that you take an unpopular stand or do anything controversial, because being agreeable is more likely to win AFD than being right.) [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:18, 18 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Perhaps the more important thing is: Here, everybody knows your name. Admins are elected because we know you. We don't need a statistical analysis of your views on deletion or reverting spammers or whatever, because we already know you. The advice here would probably be the same for everyone: Make sure you're visibly checking [[Special:RecentChanges]] every day, make sure you're posting at the pub every week, and make sure that you show our laid-back, calm, we're-all-capable-adults-here vibe (e.g., no screaming at the touters; just revert them, leave a polite note, and move on). [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:23, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I think you've hit on the heart of it, when you say "everybody knows your name." That doesn't require 2 years of editing, and I'd oppose stating that being an admin usually requires anything other than "more than 1 year of editing, including participation on policy and organizational discussions, and a reputation for being dependable and reasonable". I think it's fine for people to speak their minds on matters of policy and organization, as long as they don't advocate viewpoints that personally offend people and remain respectful and willing to work within consensus. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:39, 18 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think that "more than 1 year" would be an improvement on the "few months" that we've got now, and that the participation and reputation points would be helpful to people who would like to become admins. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:30, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think [[User:Ikan Kekek|you've]] nailed it perfectly with "{{tqi|it's fine for people to speak their minds on matters of policy and organization, as long as they don't advocate viewpoints that personally offend people and remain respectful and willing to work within consensus}}" – I would argue that it's we ''want'' people to have different viewpoints and healthy disagreement. I can list quite a few wikis where this is unfortunately not the case, which ends up resulting in those wikis becoming cabals (kawiki, eswikivoyage, ttwiki, anwiki...the last one was particularly egregious). That's not to say there should always be disagreement (otherwise you'll end up on the other side of the spectrum like azwiki, uzwiki or Commons), but there's a healthy level of balance that this wiki (and I guess all English-language projects) achieve quite well. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:51, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :I've been active for two years, with a few thousand edits, right in the middle range being discussed. I find picking at wikis to be much healthier than doomscrolling. Nobody has told me off on anything I've done here so far. I'm open to mundane janitorial roles that I can do for 5-20 minutes a day, 2-5 days a week. :I'm watching this discussion. I'm fine keeping on with shepherding the destinations I know and copyediting neglected pages, but if there's a need for something else, what do you all suggest for me? [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:53, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:Gerode|Gerode]] would highly recommend self-nominating yourself at [[WV:URN]]! I think you'd make for a great admin (only reason why I would slightly hesitate nominating is because I'd like to close that discussion –&nbsp;though I suppose this community doesn't really care about that so much but yk...). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:51, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:Gerode|Gerode]], I'm also inclined support you for admin. Thanks for offering! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:05, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::::actually yk what...since I have the time rn and that RfAs feel like they take 1 million years, I'll start to get the ball rolling while I have a fair bit of spare time tonight. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:53, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::btw are there any other takers willing to become admins? [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]], [[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]], [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] perhaps? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:38, 24 July 2026 (UTC) :::I would be willing to pitch in, though I try to limit my daily activity here so I can have a life for things I enjoy. Like traveling. Cheersǃ [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 15:27, 24 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm fine RN, doing the technical stuff only, I think I wouldn't have the patience to be kind to vandals:-))) also I'm not that good with local process knowledge... If you guys are seriously understaffed, I can try it, but like Mrkstvns above, I'm trying to limit the activity here too... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:35, 24 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Is there anything you can't do at the moment, that might be useful for you? For example, does any of your technical work require you to look at deleted pages, or would being able to delete a page make you able to clean up after yourself? [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:03, 25 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Not really, in the end I think I need to improve my wiki development methods, rather than get more permissions :) Cleanup would be nice, but it's not really critical for me - I don't put sensitive stuff here. But it is annoying to see my lame-ish attempts in the logs, hopefully not too many people inspect that... :-D -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:40, 25 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm sort of in the same boat as andree. Happy to help out if you're in a jam, but I'm not sure I have the temperament for adminship... I almost never look at my watchlist and I have a habit of disappearing for months at a time. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 02:54, 25 July 2026 (UTC) *I'm an admin at Wikipedia, but I have less than 300 edits at Wikivoyage so I don't suppose it would be a good idea for me to self-nominate at WV now. Before I nominated myself for admin at WP I was a regular at [[:Wikipedia:Articles for deletion]] which helped establish myself as a potential admin. But I don't know what would be a comparable process at WV for me to participate in to that degree. [[Wikivoyage:Votes for deletion]] has had fewer nominations this whole year than [[:Wikipedia:Articles for deletion]] gets in one day, so there's much less opportunity to gain experience participating that way here. --[[User:Metropolitan90|Metropolitan90]] ([[User talk:Metropolitan90|talk]]) 03:46, 4 July 2026 (UTC) *:The upside of being a small wiki is that you'll likely come across the same Wikivoyagers a lot, so if you participate in various areas of the project, people will get to know you and your contributions should speak for themselves. As for ideas of where to contribute, keep an eye on the Pub (this page), [[WV:RFC]] and [[WV:Destination of the month]].--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 21:01, 4 July 2026 (UTC) == Trip Planner as default == Per the discussion at [[Talk:Trip_Planner#h-UI_problems-20260616201300]], it appears not entirely clear whether or not there is consensus to have the Trip Planner enabled for all users as a default. How do you all feel? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);color:#FFFFFF">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 17:10, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :Don't want to derail this but for some reason it always tells me I'm logged out when I click on it. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:55, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :: I have no issue with it being enabled for all users by default. Tripadvisor already offers its AI trip planner service right on its main page with no login required. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:08, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::Me neither – it ''should'' be something more widely available, but I think {{u|Jdlrobson}} mentioned that there was some issue with the number of API calls or something like that? (were the planner to become default for logged out users) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:12, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::So you see the top icon, it opens the small gadget - but [[Trip Planner]] shows you "If you see this message, the Trip Planner is either loading or you are logged out. This feature is only available for logged-in users (creating an account to use this feature is simple and quick)." ? Could you check browser console for any errors? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 17:37, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::Moving this to your talk page. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 03:13, 19 June 2026 (UTC) :I have strong reservations about enabling this feature by default for anonymous readers without supporting data. In my professional experience with large-scale platforms, unvalidated features can frequently have a net-negative impact on user engagement and retention. Any decision here should be data-driven rather than consensus-driven; it is important to remember that active editors like ourselves do not represent the average reader. :Before rolling this out widely, i would highly urge you consider: :* '''Data & Instrumentation:''' What data do we have to show that general readers (e.g. not active in Travellers pub) actually want or need this feature? For users who already have access, what percentage of logged-in users have actively opted out of the gadget? How does this affect user behavior? :* '''Design & Consistency:''' The UI currently feels inconsistent with our existing design system and styling guidelines. It needs further refinement to match the visual standards of the rest of the site. :* '''Performance & Core Web Vitals:''' More critically, the implementation causes noticeable repaints and layout shifts. Because of the limitations of the gadget system, this will negatively impact our Core Web Vitals, which directly risks our search ranking and organic traffic over time. :[[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 16:50, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::What can we do to get some usable data? ::What can we do to mitigate the SEO risks? SEO is important to this community. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:32, 19 June 2026 (UTC) :::I'm curious about 2 specifically – on one hand, yes, it does somewhat have a bit of a mildly dated look, it doesn't feel all that much different to how the listing editor used to look some years back. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:35, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::Also, Jdlrobson, did you write that list of considerations [https://imgur.com/a/eR5XgZe using AI]? I'm not accusing you of such, but I will say the text highly reads like it. If it is, I'm not sure how many of them are actual concerns – particularly the third one (how does layout shifts end up affecting SEO???). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:38, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::How does asking someone whether they used AI to voice their concerns move the conversation forward? So what if they did? You think they didn't bother to read it before posting it? This isn't article space. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:22, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Because a) using AI to write your comments for you is [[m:User:SHB2000/Synthetic nominations|plain lazy and outright rude]] (related essay, though not quite the same topic) and b) AI has the ability to hallucinate that the comment loses credibility were it to be AI-generated. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:26, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I disagree with (a) as applied generally (though I empathize with your gripe in that specific case) and re (b) if the user reads and is happy with the AI's work, then what difference does it make for a talk page comment? I don't want to derail this (again) but AI is for better or worse embedded in a lot of people's workflows these days, accusing people of using AI (on talk pages) is a waste of time and inhibits problem resolution, and in most cases we should just ''let it go''. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:33, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::The question was perhaps derailing but the issue is real. The AI-like style is highly disrupting, whether one used AI or not. An AI-style comment also makes readers wonder whether the content was intended or partly made up by the AI. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 16:17, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Again, my point is, what does this matter? Assuming they used AI (perhaps they did not), why is this disrupting? This is a software development question, a field where AI has proven to be extremely useful, and if they used AI to perform an analysis, well then more power to them. If we want to have a widget thrust out to the larger audience, then it should pass muster with AI. The reflexive dismissal of AI critique is akin to an ''ad hominem'' defense of any critique. Respond to the content, not the creator. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 16:28, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::This thread is not on the gadget talk page, where the technical issues should be discussed, but in the pub, and the question was whether is should be enabled by default. Thus, ordinary Wikivoyagers should be able to follow. Headings like "Data & Instrumentation", "Design & Consistency" and "Performance & Core Web Vitals" are highly disruptive when posted here. I'd hope humans would understand that. :::::::::There is no problem with somebody having an AI perform an analysis, but the results should be reported in a form suitable for the forum where they are presented. If you want to quote the AI, do so, but provide the context yourself and attribute the quote. :::::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 16:45, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::These seem like highly normal things that should be discussed here when deciding whether a software widget should be broadcast. I didn't realize the pub was a dumbed down setting. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:25, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::Yes. But those AI-like bullet headings are unneeded. What do you lose by removing them. We don't need headings in a posting of four short paragraphs. In a context where they are well-known jargon, they may help people get the right associations right away, but here they are disruptive. Am I dumb because I don't like bolded headings in a four-paragraph posting? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:44, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::I don't know what "Core Web Vitals" means. That's jargon, which should be avoided here. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:45, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::I do understand "the implementation causes noticeable repaints and layout shifts". Instead of referring to the "vitals" one could say "such issues have a negative effect on our rating". Perhaps even +"through the '[https://developers.google.com/search/docs/appearance/core-web-vitals Core Web Vitals]'" if that seems useful. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:52, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::::Eh. You can't wrap your head around "core web vitals"? Their points were fine. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 18:14, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I disagree that using "headings" (you meant the non-heading use of bold for emphasis?) is highly disruptive. I also disagree that using AI is "plain lazy and outright rude". [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:24, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::About "how does layout shifts end up affecting SEO?": That bullet is about performance ''and'' CWV. I think the layout shifts sentence is about degrading performance, and "the limitations of the gadget system" are about the CWV part. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:29, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Perhaps we can move this part of the discussion back to [[Talk:Trip_Planner]]. I'd also love to hear what esp. the last part actually means (@[[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]]) - I'm trying to make the gadget as unobtrusive as possible, but obviously I am not CEO expert. If there's a better way to do some UI stuff, I'm all for it! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 06:54, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I've left some feedback on [[Talk:Trip_Planner]] @[[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]]. Hope it's all helpful and answers some of the questions on this thread. We can keep this technical conversation there. ::::::Regarding the AI side-chat, personally, I feel really discouraged and disappointed by this exchange. I was directly asked a question and provided my answer despite struggling to find time for my Wikivoyage commitments. I will be stepping away for a bit longer after this exchange. ::::::There is a certain irony about gatekeeping AI-assisted messages for enabling [[Talk:Trip_Planner#c-SHB2000-20260527073600-Andree.sk-20260527054600|a tool which was '''built''' with AI assistance]]. ::::::One of the more important lessons I have learned through travel is to be respectful and not to make assumptions about people's motives and intent. Note, you could be [https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/jul/10/programs-to-detect-ai-discriminate-against-non-native-english-speakers-shows-study discriminating] against someone who doesn't have English as a first language or unintentionally contributing to [https://mailchi.mp/e42bdf0cb0d9/5-ally-actions-aug-15-2025 gender bias]. ::::::AI is not going away any time soon, and the newer generation of contributors is more likely to be using it whether you like it or not. Perhaps prioritizing/accelerating discussion of a AI policy could be a way to get a shared understanding or what's acceptable, and eliminating misinformed and outdated biases. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 23:13, 21 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::There's also the problem of AI detectors incorrectly "detecting" AI use when the text was written by an autistic editor, and the wikis have a lot of autistic editors. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 03:55, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I for one don't mind AI-generated text (indeed esp. when the code generation is AI-assisted), as long as it represents authors opinion/ideas. I already saw it on github in discussion etc., it's probably better than no comments at all. So thanks also for your feedback, I'll for sure let my AI credits work on it! :))) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 04:51, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I am sorry that I contributed to the discouragement; I value your contributions. I might have been biased because of somebody, probably a troll, using AI style in their postings. A single AI-assisted post is no big deal, but I do think that writing what you want to say by yourself is valuable, and I don't want people in general to use AIs instead. Of course, if your English is weak or there are other special circumstances, the AI assistance might be warranted. Still, people contributing here should know English well enough to express themselves intelligible, with some follow-up questions for clarification if needed. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:32, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::My thoughts are mostly with LPfi and I too apologise if my comments seemed discouraging...but Jon, while I fully appreciate the work you do and I also don't want to further discourage you, what else were you expecting when you outsourced your reply to a computer? You're lucky that the [[User:LPfi/AI guidelines#Discussions|proposed AI guidelines]] have yet to be adopted (which would've fully prohibited that), but getting a visceral reaction to AI comments is really not something unique to Wikivoyage or most Wikimedia projects for that matter (ahem, Windows 11 and Copilot, or the common struggle of AI chatbots taking over help pages of websites). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:21, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I imagine that he was thinking that he had important ''facts'' to contribute, and that getting that information to us sooner instead of later would be appreciated. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:53, 22 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: two pieces on walking trails == * Public privately-owned spaces in New York City: https://craigmod.com/ridgeline/230/ * A new hiking trail in Japan: https://www.fieldmag.com/articles/katsuo-trail-japan-hiking-guide ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:18, 20 June 2026 (UTC) == Request for Wikivoyage Training for African and Proud Community == Hello Wikivoyage team, I kindly request for permission for a wikivoyage training for my community members at African and Proud community. [[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]] ([[User talk:Linason Blessing|talk]]) 12:26, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]]: Hey, thanks for letting the community know – do you have any page on Meta-Wiki for which community needs training? I'm a bit short on time these few weeks, but [[Wikivoyage:Tips for new contributors]] and [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, Wikipedians]] are always good places to start. If you're running an event, also see [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers]]. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:46, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]], thanks very much for the request. I wouldn't have time to do a video chat or something like that, but I'd be happy to give a short introduction in writing and answer any questions anyone has. Is there a good page for me to do that on? ::Best, ::[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:51, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::Hi, ::This is the link to the community page [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/African_%26_Proud_(AP) African and Proud] [[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]] ([[User talk:Linason Blessing|talk]]) 10:45, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::([[m:African & Proud (AP)]], in case the above link doesn't work) – btw thanks for sharing the page. I'll take a look at it when I get some spare time. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:00, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you! Would you like to start a thread on the talk page, so that people notice it? Then, I'd be happy to reply to it. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 13:58, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :The first thing to do is to improve a favorite article yourself. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:37, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] is right. @[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]], the best way you can learn how Wikivoyage works is to read the links [[User:SHB2000]] gave you and then edit the article about wherever you live or most like to visit and see how the rest of us respond and make further edits. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:05, 23 June 2026 (UTC) : Two pages you & your trainees should look at are [[Wikivoyage:Tips for new contributors]] & [[Wikivoyage:Africa Expedition]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 22:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) == Deployment of Legal and Safety Contacts Link in the Footer of Your Wiki == <section begin="Message"/> '''Legal & Safety Contacts''' Hello community, the Wikimedia Foundation has provided a [[wmf:Special:MyLanguage/Legal:Wikimedia Foundation Legal and Safety Contact Information|single legal and safety contact page]], to be linked in the footer of your wiki, to ensure access to accurate legal information. This is a regulatory requirement. We have already rolled out links to English, German, Italian, Spanish and other wikis and we will deploy to your wiki soon. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia_Foundation_Legal_and_Safety_Contacts_FAQ|Please read more on the project page]] and leave any comments in this thread or on the [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Talk:Wikimedia Foundation Legal and Safety Contacts FAQ|talk page]]. <section end="Message"/> -- [[User:Sannita (WMF)|User:Sannita (WMF)]] ([[User talk:Sannita (WMF)|talk]]) 13:31, 25 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:Sannita (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Sannita_(WMF)/Mass_sending_test&oldid=30731267 --> :@[[User:Sannita (WMF)|Sannita (WMF)]], what kinds of web pages require these kinds of footers? Only those open to editing by all users, or at least not websites only the owner can edit? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:12, 25 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'd assume it's the MediaWiki page to edit the footer, which I'm not sure has been created on this wiki (since I can't find the name of it). <span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:48, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::You cannot locally edit the footer: it's determined by a server setting. No user of this wiki can directly edit this without server access. It will be added by WMF staffers at some point across all pages in this and other WMF wikis. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 00:30, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Understood. My question is much more general, though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 11:39, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] all [https://wikimediafoundation.org/what-we-do/wikimedia-projects/ Wikimedia projects] webpages will receive the link in the footer. –– [[User:STei (WMF)|STei (WMF)]] ([[User talk:STei (WMF)|talk]]) 12:37, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::@[[User:STei (WMF)|STei (WMF)]], I understand. What I'm asking is: Which kinds of websites are legally required to use such footers outside of Wikimedia? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 13:00, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::The WMF will not answer that question, because that might be perceived as giving legal advice. AIUI the answer is more or less "any large website that operates in Europe". AFAICT that the exact method is not prescribed, and a link to an ordinary "Contact Us" page will suffice in most cases. It has to be easy to find a way to contact the business/website operator if someone encounters a serious problem. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:06, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thanks, @[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]]. That's clear enough for me. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 15:11, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Not just the large websites, actually! See e.g. Article 5 of the EU eCommerce Directive: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2000/31/2024-02-17/eng#art_5 :::::::::But we also think this helps people get the right kind of help they need with certain issues. [[User:PBradley-WMF|PBradley-WMF]] ([[User talk:PBradley-WMF|talk]]) 11:48, 6 July 2026 (UTC) == Canadian cuisine == I wonder if this is an article worth creating given that we have quite a number of Canadian editors here. Quebec of course has its own unique cuisine, but even within English-speaking Canada, there are some regional dishes that are not easily found in other parts of the country. For instance, when I went to Vancouver, I remember this drink called the London fog (essentially an earl grey latte) was sold in virtually every coffee shop, but I did not encounter that drink at coffee shops in Toronto, which leads me to think that is a Vancouver specialty. Even the ice cream shops in Vancouver almost always have London fog as a flavour. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 17:23, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :You mean there's more to Canadian cuisine than the bland donuts and watery coffee sold by Tim Hortons? Who knew?! [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 17:49, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :I think that would be a good idea. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 02:30, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::+1 to this. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:49, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :I'm open to it, [[Canada#Eat]] isn't too big yet but it easily could be if you have a lot to add. London Fog has recently become popular across the border in Seattle too, it looks like it started north and is spreading south! [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 04:39, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::Toronto has the peameal bacon sandwich, which is a simple and hearty dish. And unfortunately I didn't get to try it, but apparently they have their own version of roti shaped by immigration of East Indians from the Caribbean. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 05:16, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::That bacon sandwich is yummy! There's a fair few BC regional foods that could be mentioned: salmon in general but particularly sockeye, albacore tuna, spot prawns, california and BC sushi rolls, Nanaimo bars, Okanagan wine, peaches, cherries... Canada has also invented a bunch of ice cream and potato chip flavours that are unheard of or usual elsewhere. Moon mist or tiger tail, anyone? How about some all-dressed Ruffles? Good suggestion for an article.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 07:11, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Consider what cuisine content is best placed in Canada/Eat, or might be better developed on a regional or city page and cross-referenced. Perhaps readers would benefit more from signposting of content that’s already there, than from a new stand-alone page. The fast-food chains certainly need a brief mention: on a long drive, Timmie’s could literally be a life-saver. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 07:16, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Certainly valid counterpoints. There's already a [[Fast food in the United States and Canada]], though that looks overlong to me and not sure how useful it really is for the driving situation you mention.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 07:23, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :I think it's definitely worth creating. I loved the food when I spent some time in Ontario a few years ago. It's probably one of the most under-rated cuisine out there. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 17:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) {{outdent}} Canadian food is not just fast food though. The ethnic restaurants in Toronto and Vancouver are also sources of innovation where you can find locally adapted dishes. Vancouver has its own style of sushi called the B.C. roll for instance, and even the California roll originated in Vancouver, not California. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 02:19, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :[https://www.printmag.com/sva-branding-100-days-2/drawn-to-canada-100-days-by-lynne-rennie/ This art project] refers to several distinctively Canadian foods. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:53, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == New travel topic or "Cope" article? == {{ping|DumagueteAAMeetings}} has added info on Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in the Dumaguete article & those edits have been reverted. See [[User talk:DumagueteAAMeetings]] for discussion. In my view the reversions make sense; this is not really travel information. On the other hand I've seen both expats & tourists in Duma who, judging by the amounts they imbibe, might benefit from AA. Should we have a general article on finding various services abroad? We do have some info on other services; for example there is info on schools at [[Working_abroad#Children]] & this under [[Retiring_abroad#Financial_matters]] : If you have children who are still of school age when you retire, the need to educate them may affect both your budget and your choice of destination. There are international schools in many places, mainly for the children of expatriate employees of government and large corporations. These are usually quite good but they are not available in all destinations and they tend to be very expensive; most parents do not care because an employer foots the bill, and the employers do not care much since it is a necessary business expense. There is a directory at [http://www.cois.org Council of International Schools]. Some of this involves duplication & much of it might apply in other articles. Should we centralise it in one place? I'm inclined to think not because we do not want to become a yellow pages & to some extent this is [[Captain Obvious]]; if you need AA somewhere, check the AA web site. Also it would be tricky to define a scope for such an article, useful but not cluttered. Other opinions? [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :Does the scope of Wikivoyage extend to ex-pats or just to travellers? [[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 20:24, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::While most of the travel guide is written with "I am visiting <var>place</var> for a short period", we do have longer-term pieces like [[Expat taxation in Europe]], [[Retiring abroad]], and [[Working abroad]], which aren't really about vacations. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 20:28, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :I agree. Maybe it can merit a passing mention, but the nature of Wikivoyage doesn't really orient towards expats beyond the topic articles mentioned by Justin. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:34, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :I'm torn on this, because travellers do need AA meetings, including short-term travellers. However, I also think that Pashely is correct: if you need AA somewhere, you probably already know that you can check the AA website. It might be good to provide some information in a more general way, possibly as a section in [[Alcoholic beverages]]. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:31, 28 June 2026 (UTC) : The question of scope has been extensively discussed before; see [[Wikivoyage_talk:What_is_an_article?/Archive_2003-2013#Scope]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 11:19, 29 June 2026 (UTC) ::This is where I'm at too. Putting all our AA details at the bottom of the [[Alcoholic beverages]] article that's otherwise about enjoying alcohol is problematic, but I think an article like [[Sobriety abroad]] would be in scope for WV, and would be easy to link to from party destinations. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:16, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::I think we could very well have a paragraph on the addiction issues and a link to [https://aa.org AA.org] (with a note on finding the links to local associations). We already have quite extensive Stay safe, Stay healthy, Respect and Stay legal sections – and I don't think "all our AA details" amounts to more than a few sentences. We don't need to pretend that enjoying alcohol is unproblematic. You don't need to think about those sections when reading the rest of the article, but they should indeed be there, like Stay safe sections on mountaineering and water sports. Of course, if the travel topic gets written, most content on sobriety can be offloaded to there. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:00, 29 June 2026 (UTC) == "My Travel Map" is a privacy nightmare == It looks like we introduced [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker]] in April, which appears via "My Travel Map" in the user menu at top right. I clicked and tried it out, only to realize too late that it logs a public edit with my choices. Given how some countries have been known to ban travelers who have visited other countries with which they have disputes, this seems like exceptionally bad information to be making public. And it's far worse when there is no warning whatsoever to users that the information is going to be logged publicly (in contrast to what they might expect for a similar feature on any other site). Sorry to be [[#Trip_Planner_as_default|going on a rampage]] through all the Wikivoyage gadgets recently, but given the Wikimedia movement's focus on privacy, I think we ought to disable the gadget as a default unless this can be fixed. There needs to <em>at minimum</em> be a prominent warning, but even with that some users may gloss over it or not fully realize the privacy implications. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 23:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :In much smaller issues, my other suggestions from having tried the feature: :* There should be a link to the documentation/feedback page; the only way I found [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker]] was by noticing the edit history, and it took a bit. :* The outlines around the countries include the countries' water territory, which makes many look like blobs. I would use the land territory only. :Cheers, <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 23:35, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :IMO, I don't think it's an unreasonable assumption, if you're editing a wiki, that if you're going to hit the publish changes button, it probably ''will'' be published on-wiki. Though I see xaos has fixed this in [[Special:Diff/216812]] and probably agree it could do with a better warning (which I'll do once I have my second factor with me). :On the other hand, regarding "some countries have been known to ban travelers who have visited other countries with which they have disputes" – how many countries still do this nowadays for this to be a concern? The only one I'm aware of is several MENA countries (mainly Lebanon and Syria) banning people with Israeli stamps or visas, but that's really hard to enforce nowadays. Serbia only [[:File:Kosovo stamp annulled by Serbia2.jpg|annuals Kosovo]] stamps (but they don't outright prohibit you), and Azerbaijan only does so if you have Artsakh stamps (which are no longer a thing since the country doesn't exist anymore). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:31, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::I wouldn't recommend trying to get into the U.S., nowadays, with stamps from Iran, North Korea, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::Iran and NK thankfully don't give passport stamps anymore (though iirc visiting there does invalidate your visa waiver eligibility?). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:50, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::American here: I can't in good conscience recommend that anyone come to the United States now, until we decide that we just don't like fascism that much. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 01:18, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::{{tq|I don't think it's an unreasonable assumption, if you're editing a wiki, that if you're going to hit the publish changes button, it probably will be published on-wiki}} This is a reasonable assumption for people who know how wikis work, so you could argue that I should have known better. But non-editors [https://lawsofux.com/jakobs-law/ expect] our site to work the same as other sites on the internet, in which a feature like that would be private. They likely don't realize that interacting with the gadget and saving their map results in an edit at all, let alone that the edit would be public. ::Doing some spot checks, many of the users of the gadget {{plain link|1=https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap&limit=500 have <30 edits}}. In addition to whatever we decide here, we owe all of them a talk page message explaining that their map is public and how to oversight it if they don't want it to be. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 03:15, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::"{{tq|But non-editors expect our site to work the same as other sites on the internet, in which a feature like that would be private. They likely don't realize that interacting with the gadget and saving their map results in an edit at all}}" – this feature being public isn't unique to Wikivoyage either. Both [https://www.jetpunk.com/ Jetpunk] and [https://cmoreira.net/visited-countries-map/ this feature from cmoreira] (the two most prominent web country trackers on the web that I've seen people actually use widespread), also have this public. This is really not something unique to Wikivoyage. And quite frankly the privacy concerns are massively overblown – where you've visited doesn't tell all that much (and isn't PII by any means to warrant OS). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:09, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I haven't looked at Jetpunk, but for cmoreira, it looks like it's public only in the sense that it generates a URL you can share. But there's no realistic way to access a URL unless you share it, and it's not tied to an account that might be under your name/have other edits, which makes it a totally different situation. In general, on the internet, features where you just "save" something (as opposed to "posting") are assumed to be private. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 04:15, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Just because the internet normalises something doesn't necessarily mean it's a privacy issue on a venue where things work differently (especially on public wikis where almost everything is public and visible). Do we then ban userpages because someone someone might think it's private? What makes this different from quite frankly any userspace page? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:19, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Can we change the button from "Save changes" to "Publish changes"? ::::::If you save your map, there isn't the caution that appears next normal text edits: "By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use, and you irrevocably agree to release your contribution under the CC-BY-SA 4.0 License. You agree that a hyperlink or URL is sufficient attribution under the Creative Commons license." This should probably also be added. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 09:50, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::Done (though we use 3.0, not 4.0). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:05, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thanks. ::::::::I think we have an inconsistency in our license text - the bottom of a page says 3.0, but the warning when you edit says 4.0. When I have more time I will investigate further. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 11:39, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree that there's privacy concern, but it's vastly overblown. We have the [[:commons:Commons:Mobile app|Commons app]] which reveals an editor's precise date, time and location in metadata whenever they upload a photo. That is far more precise than an editor self-selecting the list of countries on the travel map which may or may not be accurate, and the travel occurred at some unspecified time in the past. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:39, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I think that's more an inditement of the privacy issues with Commons than it is a defense of My Travel Map — I distinctly recall realizing that I had accidentally revealed my then-home address through a Commons upload and having to have it OSed. But the key difference to me is that, by uploading a file to Commons, there is a clear understanding that a user is publishing information publicly, whereas for My Travel Map there was no indication of that. :::::The {{tq|By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use, and you irrevocably agree to release your contribution under the CC-BY-SA 3.0 License.}} text that {{u|Xaosflux}} [[Special:Diff/5299474|added]] doesn't really help much — it's legalese that already appeared in the grey box, now just copied and made larger/italicized. I'd prefer to see a more plain-language disclaimer along the lines of {{tq|Your edits to your map are public and will be permanently associated with your account.}} That might scare off some users, but, well, it ought to. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 19:57, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::@[[User:Sdkb|Sdkb]] I'm pretty sure I went through the workflow that allowed creating a revision without ever getting the terms of use before. Are you sure this is redundant? [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:20, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::Hmm, this does seem redundant now - let me check, I certainly did NOT try to make it redundant. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:22, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::OK, it seems that someone else added the "redundant" version, see [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=MediaWiki%3AGadget-TravelTracker.js&diff=5299659&oldid=5299474 here]. It certainly does not need the TOS/Copyright twice. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:24, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Ah, sorry I flipped the timeline. Using small text/gray for the legal notice seems preferable, so I'd be inclined to change the spot where you added to the text I proposed above. Thoughts on that? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 16:34, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::@[[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] (or @[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]], as you propose a similar thing below), seeing no objections, could you implement? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 14:58, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::@[[User:Sdkb|Sdkb]] I removed the duplicate disclaimer, and updated the remaining one to match CC-BY-SA-4 as used on the rest of the site. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 12:43, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Would it make sense to add the extension https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:DeleteUserPages here, so that users could remove their pages (I guess including history)? I would welcome this... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 08:44, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::I've not been a fan of that extension for two reasons: a) user talk pages are almost never deleted on Wikivoyage, not even on user request (unless it has OS material), and having this extension prevents someone actually familiar with policies double checking; b) this allows banned or blocked users to delete their own userpages with nothing stopping them. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:07, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::It would solve the current topic - plus I don't see why we should force users to keep their userpages around. I would expect the admins can still access the content? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 12:31, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ===Message to affected users=== Here is a draft of a [[Special:MassMessage|MassMessage]] that could be sent to the [[Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap|151 affected users]]: Heading: {{tq|Your privacy and use of the Travel Tracker}} Message: {{talk quote|1=In April, Wikivoyage introduced the [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker|Travel Tracker]] (also known as "My Travel Map") in the user menu at top right. It has recently [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#"My_Travel_Map"_is_a_privacy_nightmare|come to our attention]] that the initial version of the tool did not make clear that maps created through it are public and are associated with your account. You are among the users who used the tool and [[Special:MyPage/Visited|published]] a map. If you wish to have your map deleted, you may do so by [[Special:EmailUser/Wikimedia_Stewards_(Oversight)|emailing a request for oversight]]. We apologize for this matter.}} How does that sound? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 20:20, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :I oppose a massmessage – this is an overblown concern for something that was pretty obvious for a wiki. And once again, I fail to see how this constitutes as PII. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:08, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::A massmessage is ok as the initial version of the tool was misleading, but I don't think that oversight is required. "If you wish to have your map deleted, use the Edit tab on the map page and add <nowiki> {{speedy}} </nowiki>." [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:50, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::This quite frankly isn't an appropriate use of massmessage and I would argue a massmessage like this needs broader discussion and consensus. I still fail to see how the tool was misleading (this is a wiki – ''anyone'' should know that almost nothing is "private" on a wiki) or even how this is a privacy concern beyond the very [[Wikivoyage:Travellers'_pub#c-Sdkb-20260627233300-"My_Travel_Map"_is_a_privacy_nightmare|obvious fearmongering]] for concerns that are almost non-existent in today's world. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:57, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::The point is that not everything you do is publicly logged. We don't publicly log the pages you visit, for one. Some tools save their data on the user's computer, and this could very well have worked that way. I don't buy that privacy isn't a concern because this is a wiki. Rather the opposite – the WMF sites respect privacy much more than most other sites, which raises expectations. And the map really is problematic if you didn't intend to do that info public. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 23:06, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::None of this answered any of my points of how this is a privacy concern. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:41, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::{{tq|''anyone'' should know that almost nothing is "private" on a wiki}} I think you vastly overestimate how informed most internet users are — if you asked the average person on the street what a wiki <em>is</em>, I think you'd get answers like "a shorthand for Wikipedia". New users on Wikipedia quite often do not realize that their contribution history is logged. ::::And there's a difference between knowing that most edits on a wiki are public and realizing that this particular feature that might be private on a typical website is public plus connecting that mentally to a privacy concern. Remember, I didn't start this thread because of a hypothetical; I initially failed to make that last connection myself. If you'd asked me before I used the tool whether it would make a public edit, I'd probably have guessed yes, but without that prompt I tried out the feature before I realized "oh, that probably made an edit publishing personal info." If that's my experience as someone with 80,000 edits, I don't think it's at all safe to assume that a user with 10 edits will think better. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 00:47, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Okay but you still haven’t answered how this is a legitimate privacy concern. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 03:14, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::It's rare that any one piece of information alone creates a privacy risk, but when you combine a list of countries someone has traveled to with other info they might have disclosed on-wiki (voluntarily or accidentally), there are risks. I don't want to get too detailed per [[w:WP:BEANS]]. Also, different users have different thresholds for how much they're willing to disclose. It's better to be safe than sorry, so we should err on the side of informing the affected users so that they can decide for themselves whether to leave their map up or not. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 03:50, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::One thing is telling about one's visits to 'suspect' countries to border authorities of countries like the US (that was the original worry above), another that a travel map may tell the real identity of an anonymous account to those knowing them IRL. I assume there are more. :::::::The message in itself has the issue that telling that there is a possible privacy issue makes exploiting the breach more likely. Somebody else may notice the message before the user themself does, somebody who might not have known about it formerly. :::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:14, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::If you've been to certain suspect countries that the US lists, that invalidates your ESTA, meaning you'd need to notify US authorities before getting a visa anyway. Openly listing where you've been doesn't really change that. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:43, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::Sdkb: "I don't want to get too detailed per w:WP:BEANS" – unless you actually explain what it is, I really don't buy your concerns. If you disclose personal info about yourself on-wiki, that's really on you; there's only so much babysitting the community can do (for things you disclosed yourself). And even then, where in the world does such a map even create a privacy and/or security risk? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:46, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::It does not appear that you are going to be persuaded (and I should note for anyone unaware that you are the gadget's author, if I'm reading the history correctly). It appears that the prevailing consensus in this subthread is supportive of a message, although I'd like to hear from a few more editors to make it clearer. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 16:37, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::A consensus is when a general opinion has been reached. Whether I'm the gadget's author or not is irrelevant. Every time I ask you what the specific "security" risk is, you either deflect the point completely (with some fearmongering and info that no longer holds true), or completely refuse to answer. Until that has actually been properly answered, that is not a consensus. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:23, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::SHB, I'd say that "If you <u>knowingly</u> disclose personal info about yourself on-wiki, that's really on you". If you disclose it because you didn't understand that it would be public, then that's really on the people who created a tool that doesn't adequately explain what happens to the data. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:38, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::That statement was regarding "with '''other info''' they might have disclosed on-wiki (voluntarily or accidentally)" (emphasis mine), which has nothing to do with the tool – I still stand by that statement, because the responsibility of disclosing info about yourself (in places like userpages and comments) ''is'' absolutely on you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:27, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::"Combined with". Of course the tool is relevant, if it adds the missing pieces. If I tell secrets about myself anonymously somewhere and the tool allows connecting them to me, that's a problem, as is if I have disclosed my identity, and the tool discloses the destinations I wish to keep secret. ::::::::::Our difference of views boils down to whether people using the tool should understand that their usage is public, and whether their possible failure of doing so is none of our business. The former is about how much people actually understand (we think you overestimate that), the latter about one's responsibility when handing over a loaded gun, and is a more ethical question. ::::::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:45, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::I think you perfectly said it yourself: "''if'' it adds the missing pieces" – the keyword being "if". However, in almost all cases, where you've visited isn't useful info to piece whom your identity is – in the rare instance (which I'd put it at under 1%) half your map is shaded, it ''might'' reveal what you do for a living, but in the vast majority of cases it's useless. I would argue that your edit history on-wiki (particularly the destinations you edit) tell much more personally identifiable information than what the travel tracker can ever piece about you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:41, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I think Sdkb is correct about editors overestimating what the public understands about WMF-hosted wikis. There's an edit button right there on the page, but most people are surprised and distressed when they're told that literally anyone can use that button. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:36, 8 July 2026 (UTC) *'''Request to implement''': Despite the objections of one editor, there appears to be consensus to send this message, and I think arguing further with that one editor would be a poor use of editorial resources. Admins have the permission to use MassMessage; could someone please do so? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 14:56, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *:So far only two users in this thread has agreed explicitly for a massmessage, and this is not what massmessages are used for on this site. That's not consensus on this site ([[Wikivoyage:Consensus#Status quo bias|status quo bias]] applies). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:42, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *::I'll add my voice to the consensus: I think a mass message is a good idea. Users should be informed that the tool may have published their information without them realizing it. No opinion on whether to use the oversight functionality. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 23:55, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *:::One problem is that people reading the user talk but not the Pub get to know that the user has disclosed some information, which may not be obvious. I would recommend not to say 'You are among the users…' – the user probably knows already. Still, direct the message to the affected users. As it may not be clear where the page is, one could link it with a Special:My… construct (showing a redlink to the other person). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:54, 13 July 2026 (UTC) *::::Ignoring that this isn't what massmessages are used for, and that this doesn't constitute PII under the [[m:OS policy|oversight policy]] (i.e. not a valid use of OS-1). If I may suggest: <nowiki>You are receiving this message as you are [[Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap|one of the users]] who used the [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker|Travel Tracker]] prior to July 2026. [line break] Previously, the tool did not make explicitly clear that the map in question will be public and visible to everyone (this has now been rectified). If this is a concern, you may request deletion (button found on the [[Special:MyPage/Visited#bottom|bottom right]]); if this doesn't concern you, you do not need to do anything. --~~~~</nowiki>. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:07, 13 July 2026 (UTC) *:::::Do not include a link to [[Special:WhatLinksHere]]. That gives them a list of other users, which is (a) irrelevant to the message and (b) increases the harm done to the (few?) people who are concerned about their information being publicly visible to anyone on the internet. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:35, 15 July 2026 (UTC) *::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]], I consider that a friendly amendment. Feel free to adjust and send it out. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 18:23, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ===What are the actual privacy/security concerns behind the Travel Tracker=== Since this is something Sdkb has repeatedly dodged or refused to answer, I'm creating a separate subthread for this: what are the privacy and/or security concerns behind publishing a map of where you've been on-wiki? So far, nobody in this thread, and I mean absolutely nobody, has managed to find a legitimate concern that still applies in 2026. This ''needs'' to be answered for, without blatant fearmongering (saying "I won't answer because BEANS" also counts as such); otherwise, the proposed mass message has no bearing. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:49, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :Several editors have already discussed this with you above. Just since you have chosen not to [[w:WP:IDHT|listen]] does not change that. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 01:23, 9 July 2026 (UTC) ::And all of them are things are not concerns in 2026. ''You'' are the one who once again has repeatedly failed to answer my question. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 01:25, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::So you mean that everything is public anyway, so disclosure is just disclosure of non-secrets? That might be true to some extent, but I don't think there is any general consensus on our already living in [[:w:Nineteen Eighty-Four|1984]]. To the extent the issue is relevant, you should specify what info you think cannot be kept secret. Also, from whom you cannot keep it secret matters, and whether those parties actually already know it or just have the ability to figure it out. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:54, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :Shb, I'd like you to think about this from a different POV, namely that your personal information should be controlled by you. You should have the freedom to disclose it, and the freedom to not disclose it. Exercising that freedom requires knowing what happens to your information in the gadget. It should be ''your choice''. If you think it's private but it's actually public, then that's not ''your choice''; that's the creator's/designer's choice. :For example, when ChatGPT made people's chatbot discussions public without them understanding what was happening,[https://www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/hotforsecurity/your-shared-chatgpt-chats-may-be-publicly-searchable-heres-how-to-delete-them][https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/31/your-public-chatgpt-queries-are-getting-indexed-by-google-and-other-search-engines/] that was a privacy problem that wasn't their choice. :We don't want something similar happening here. It doesn't matter if, e.g., some country is [https://aboutblaw.com/biDF checking people's social media accounts and using that information to deny visas]. What matters is that people should be able to make their choice freely. And that means clearly informing them that it will be public to the whole world. :The solution is simple enough: Change the line that says "Select the countries/territories you have visited below to generate your personalised map. Make sure to hit the "publish changes" button to generate and publish your map." and add something like "This will be posted publicly so anyone can see it." We can talk about the best wording, but all it needs is a sentence to warn people. :(Additionally, the "By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use" sentence appears twice, and it's supposed to have links to the TOU page and to the CC-BY-SA license.) [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:42, 10 July 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]]: btw {{done}} your solution – both the ToU and CC-BY-SA are also linked. I've also added a "request deletion" button at the bottom, which solves the first sentence of yours. I think that solves the issues you mention. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:36, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::Thanks. That's a big improvement. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:09, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::(also just as a side note, the example for the US DS-160 forms you mention very thankfully don't include Wikimedia platforms...which I guess does prove my point earlier that no country actually forbids you from visiting just based on a map of where you've visited) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:48, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == Deprecation of Event namespace == Since we don't use the Event namespace anymore as we host events on mainspace, I guess we should deprecate this namespace. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 10:01, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :{{support}} Not only do we not use it now, there are no pages here in the [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:AllPages?from=&to=&namespace=1728 Event] or [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:AllPages?from=&to=&namespace=1729 Event talk] spaces. I suggest having it removed via [[:phab:]] to keep from someone making errant and unneeded pages. If, for some reason, we want it back, we can place another request at [[:phab:]]. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:22, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :: I have reservations. If we're doing in-person editing event on Wikivoyage, we should have access to it. I don't know how long a phab request is fulfilled, but if it takes more than a week then it can be problematic to organizers. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 19:43, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::: Not to be confused with [[Events]], which in English is up to date but in Japanese is hollow. The Esperanto version continues to list meetings for that community, I wonder if that's in the right place. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 21:12, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::I have similar reservations as Ohana here. I don't think it hurts to keep it in the odd scenario it becomes useful. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:39, 28 June 2026 (UTC) == UncategorizedPages does not show latest results == {{tracked|T430587}} [[Special:UncategorizedPages]] does not show latest results. It returns only the results as of 10 May 2026. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 10:06, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :Sometimes, these reports on the server side don't load. As I recall, they should run weekly or maybe every two weeks, so I think the solution if one is stalled here is to post to [[:phab:]]. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:20, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::It's [[phab:T430587]] now. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 23:05, 29 June 2026 (UTC) :{{ping|Koavf|WhatamIdoing}} It's not just [[Special:UncategorizedPages]]. Seems like all special pages in [[Special:SpecialPages]] are affected by this. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 14:22, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::It won't be all of them (since that includes, e.g., [[Special:Watchlist]] and [[Special:RecentChanges]], and those are working). Which other pages did you look at? [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 00:18, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::[[Special:BrokenRedirects]] also seems to be working just fine. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:47, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::No, that one is stuck at 10 May, at least on my account. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:29, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::When I go to [[Special:BrokenRedirects]], it says "The following data is cached, and was last updated 05:52, 10 May 2026" at the top of the page. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:39, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Huh, I stand corrected then. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:27, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :This has been fixed. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 02:12, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == PartOfEvent == To avoid the false positives at [[WV:Maintenance panel]], I have created an experimental template {{tl|PartOfEvent}} for events [[Los Angeles 2028]] and [[2026 FIFA World Cup]]. Since discussion is required for creating templates, I'm informing this in a pub. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 18:38, 29 June 2026 (UTC) :After using {{tl|PartOfEvent}} for those two articles, the number of articles using {{tl|PartOfTopic}} has reduced to 1242 from 1244. Whereas the number of actual travel topics is 1242. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 18:42, 29 June 2026 (UTC) == Abolishing the sleep section in station articles == I know station articles, and the concept is fairly new; I suspect station articles have sleep sections simply because it's standard on all other types of articles. However, I propose we eliminate that section simply based on the fact that almost no train station will have a hotel inside the station, and keeping the section will likely end up with almost all station articles saying "see xyz district article for accommodation". In the rare instance that a train station does have a hotel inside it, I suppose it could be added, but those should be the exception, not the norm. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:49, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :Right. I recall there is or was a hotel in the St. Pancras Station in London, but that's an exception for most of the world. Isn't it extremely common for there to be rest houses in Indian train stations, though? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:55, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'm not actually too sure – I've never taken trains in India to know. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:26, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::There are "retiring rooms" in many Indian stations, which are basically rest houses. Otherwise, only a handful of stations have IRCTC-run rail hotels. So, instead of outright abolishing the "Sleep" section, I suggest merging it to "Wait" or "Cope". '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:54, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::The section can be made optional. If the station itself has a hotel, "retiring rooms" or similar facilities, the article can have a Sleep section. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 12:05, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, that's the situation of many Indian stations. In many cases, the station itself contains a dormitory, a "retiring room", or an IRCTC-run hotel. However, I think they should be listed in the station article instead of the corresponding city or district article if the facility is used mainly by rail passengers. If the hotel is also popular among non-passengers, then it would get listed in the corresponding city or district, with a blurb about it in the station article. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 12:12, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::::The [[Wikivoyage:Station article template|Station article template]] says: :::::: 'Where can you sleep/nap/rest inside the station, including on chairs and benches. How comfortable will you be, and will you get in trouble if you stretch out or stay too long. :::::: Hotel options on or connected to the station, and an overview of nearby neighborhoods offering hotel accommodation. If the station is adjacent to a well-defined neighborhood and travellers can easily find hotels from that district article, link to it. However, stations are often not close to anything, and the station article may be the best place to list a few hotels (ones whose defining feature is "being close to the station").' :::::Isn't that good advice? Except that I don't think we should say that stations often aren't close to anything. In Europe train stations are usually in the centre – if they weren't when the station was built, they are now, because of city growth – and bus stations are often connected to them. :::::I think a Sleep section telling where to take a nap and linking the district for accommodation is no problem. The latter is kind of redundant if Understand links the neighbourhood. as it should, but still no problem. Leaving out the rest options because of Sleep is missing is worse. And it is sad if the adjacent [[Grand old hotels|Grand Old Hotel]] isn't pointed out. :::::(I'll tweak the advice in the template.) :::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:03, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I agree with {{u|LPfi}} that the information that the template says we should use is useful for travellers. ::::::Regarding stations being close to anything, purpose-built high-speed stations in China and France are often in the comparative middle of nowhere (though usually connected to somewhere by a further train or bus), while a lot of 'city' stations in North America are placed out in the suburbs and may or may not have onward transport options.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 20:36, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I agree. But in my experience, stations in the middle of nowhere are usually relatively small and not that complex, so I doubt very many of them would merit standalone articles. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 04:39, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::btw @[[User:Mx. Granger|Mx. Granger]] I take it you're referring to North American stations, not Chinese stations, right? Not that I've ever been to China to see for myself but from photos I've seen and from some friends' experiences a lot of HSR stations are designed like airports (which to me seem article-worthy). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:39, 1 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I'm thinking of stations like [[w:Guangmingcheng railway station|Guangmingcheng railway station]] in the outskirts of Shenzhen, a high-speed rail station which is nowhere near the complexity of major Chinese stations. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 14:18, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::Okay yeah having looked at that WP article that doesn't seem anywhere near complex enough to warrant a separate article. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:09, 2 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::<small>(comment was written at 22:00 30 June but not saved)</small> I don't think most city stations of North America stations would qualify for a station article tbh. Even then, those in China tend to be rather exceptions, not the norm (and in places like the [[Laos–China Railway|LCR in Laos]] you're unlikely to find accommodation in those middle of nowhere stations). <span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:31, 1 July 2026 (UTC) :I think that the section should be optional. I think also that the section should be hemi-demi-semi-encouraged, specifically with this question in mind: If the train/bus limps in to the station, behind schedule and in need of repairs, and everyone's ordered off until the needed repairs can be effected, what's the traveller to do? "Hotel across the street" or "No hotel for 20 miles" would be useful information if you're unexpectedly stuck there. I'd similarly suggest that a note about the nearest hospital would be appropriate. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:34, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::Okay, so stations vary greatly, therefore the page format should be flexible. But IMO one essential is that travel-critical info should appear on the main city page not be squirreled away on a "station" page (not a problem if there's cross-referencing to avoid duplicate listing). Ditto for negative info, such as the absence of some facility you'd expect to find there. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 21:13, 2 July 2026 (UTC) :::For hotels usable to those not using the station, such as those mentioned in [[London St Pancras International#Sleep]], the main listings should be in the city or district article (I think the linked Sleep section is a good example on how to do this; I don't know why Camden isn't linked, but it has a link in the Nearby section just below). :::If the station really isn't near anything, the listings could be in the station article. In that case I think a single sentence in the city or district article's Sleep, linking to the station article's Sleep, would be a best practice – not necessarily useful for most city visitors, but a way to make sure the main listings are findable. :::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:55, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I think it should be optional, just in case the station itself has a hotel. Like Tokyo Railway Station is home to Tokyo Station Hotel, and the railway stations in Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore originally opened with hotels in them. But that said, quite a number of train stations were originally built with adjacent hotels specifically to serve railway passengers; many Canadian and British cities have this, for instance. Should they be included? [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 23:08, 4 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Where they're still hotels (a lot in the UK aren't anymore) and still near stations (a lot in Canada aren't anymore), they should be listed, but as Granger pointed out, remember most of those stations don't need their own article. In fact, I'd estimate the only stations in those two countries complex enough that they might need articles are [[London St Pancras]] and Toronto Union. [[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 02:08, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::If I recall correctly, quite a number of the ones in London are still hotels. They were built back when most railways in the UK were run by private companies, and each company built its own station with an accompanying hotel. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 04:52, 5 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::I think telling whether there are hotels in the neighbourhood or ones in easy reach by public transport, and where to look for them (the district article, mostly) is worthwhile regardless of actual railway hotels. No need to have the traveller click to the district article to try to figure whether any of the listings there is viable. Also whether there is some place to rest for shorter times is valuable. :::::::What is the problem with a short Sleep section stating "There are hotels nearby, listed in [[London/Camden]]. For shorter rests, your best option is to buy something at the café, as the benches are usually taken" (fictive example, Saint Pancras has more text) or "There are no good resting spots in or near the station. The most convenient hotels are those in the centre, as transport elsewhere is convoluted". –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:37, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]]: sorry, I missed your comment earlier. It might just be my bias, but to me seeing "x station has no hotels – see y district for nearby hotels" feels like it gets repetitive, especially if hotels within stations aren't the norm. Perhaps maybe then it should be left optional for outline and usable articles, but mandatory for guide and star articles? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:22, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::It gets repetitive if its common across station articles and you read a lot of them. On the other hand, repetitiveness isn't that bad: such a sentence is easy not to use brain power on, like the "X is a town in northern Y". If you are interested in a specific station, it doesn't get repetitive. If there is a little more content, such as in my examples above, it is valuable information. Content in the section could be optional for usable, but the heading should still be there, for somebody to add that info. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:50, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think that for most stations, there is more to say than "for accommodation, see [surrounding district]". If they aren't railway hotels and the district is in the city outskirts, I doubt that transport to them, in most cases, is straight forward. As the district probably is large, it is likely that some hotels are more easily reached from the station, with lines that aren't necessarily highlighted in the district article (they may be marginal for those not using the hotel ''and'' the station). It may also be good to point out hotel areas that are quite far away but along good communications from the station. And then we have the quick rest scenarios. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:58, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::I think that for the vast majority of stations complex enough to merit articles (which is mostly continental Europe and parts of East Asia), stations tend to be in city centres where the district will be small in area. To me it feels more intuitive to explain that in the lede. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:17, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::The current station articles: ::::::::::::* See Wikivoyage's Melbourne CBD article for information about hotels near Southern Cross. Plenty are within walking distance, or at the very least, within Melbourne CBD's Free Tram Zone. [OK – actual info] ::::::::::::* See Brussels/Molenbeek and surroundings for surrounding accommodation. [default wording, it seems – one hotel is by the station, the others a kilometre or so away] ::::::::::::* There are no hotels within the station, but there are some on Europaplatz and Washingtonplatz. See City West § Sleep and Mitte § Sleep for individual listings nearby. [the recommended districts are the adjacent ones, not the one with the station; the maps are too crowded for one to see the station] ::::::::::::* [just a listing, for a hotel in the station] ::::::::::::* [no Sleep, the district not told] ::::::::::::* Sleeping in the station is discouraged. Even if some parts of the station are open around the clock, the seating areas are closed off during night-time. [the station is in the centre, which has hotels] ::::::::::::* There is ample accommodation in the general area. See Zurich § Sleep. [OK; this is useful] ::::::::::::I think these Sleep sections are useful in the cases where they are written to be so, even if all of these seem to be in the city centres. The generic wording would be less useful, but I agree that the Understand should tell where the station is, and in what district, as told in the template. [[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 14:38, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] hmm actually yeah maybe I'm convinced now. Appreciate putting it all together. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:08, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I wonder if, instead of "x station has no hotels – see y district for nearby hotels", we'd prefer something like "The nearest hotels are in [link] and [link]." [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:12, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::Definitely is an improvement. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:08, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::Yes. Few people would expect there to be a hotel in the station building, so the lack of one doesn't need to be told. I added to/tweaked [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid#Sleep]] and [[Stockholm Central Station#Sleep]], which now are about what I'd expect, alongside Melbourne Southern Cross, Berlin Hbf, Zürich HB and Pancras. The Indian ones need more info. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:23, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::Just saw your additions to both articles – those are awesome! I know I was the one who proposed that we abolish this section, but now I'm somewhat convinced to keep it as-is. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:09, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::::I think it's a good idea to keep it for stations where the accomodation is actually in the station, but it's not needed for stations where it isn't located in the station. In Sydney there used to be a YHA hostel that was in Railway Square which was part of Sydney Central station, but it's currently closed while the Atlassian skyscraper is being built and will move there. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 10:01, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ===Summarising this discussion=== It seems over the course of this discussion, two main arguments have emerged: * Sleep sections ''shouldn't'' be mandatory, as most stations will not have hotels or accommodation within the station. Thus, it can be assumed that if a station article doesn't have a Sleep section, there will be no accommodation. Because no station accommodation is the default, not the exception, it will become repetitive. * Sleep sections ''should'' be mandatory, as even though they might not be the standard, it can be useful to point out which district the station is in and where all the nearby accommodation is (even if it's mentioned earlier in the article). Major stations (mostly HSR) in the middle of fields or on the outskirts (mainly in France or China) are unlikely to merit their own articles where this would be a concern. I was mostly in the former camp, but {{u|LPfi}}'s points have strongly convinced me into the latter camp. Curious to hear other opinions, especially after LPfi's last few points. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:45, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't feel like either option is a fair representation of my view, and I believe my view is fairly common. I'd summarize it this way: :* Sleep sections are ''optional''. If the station contains or is immediately adjacent to a hotel or accommodation, it should be listed. Otherwise, providing information about nearby places to sleep is optional. :I expect that optional choice to be made on the basis of common sense and editorial judgment, after taking into account all the facts and circumstances about the location and the current state of the article. In particular, if the station article is lengthy, then a link to the district article (which was probably last seen several screenfuls ago) could be convenient, especially for mobile users. However, if the article is currently short and the link is easy to find, then there's no need to duplicate the link. An article whose contents were something like "The City Railway Station is in [[City]]. Sleep: See [[City#Sleep]]" would be silly, and Wikivoyage contributors are perfectly capable of recognizing that and making the right choice. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:48, 15 July 2026 (UTC) == [[Wikivoyage:America's 250th Birthday]] == This page was unilaterally created by {{ping|CrunchLabs}}. On one hand, this has no consensus whatsoever, but I've refrained from deleting it for now, as I actually don't think this is half as bad of an idea for an edit-a-thon. Since most of our edit-a-thons (at least those run by this site) are pretty low maintenance, what is everyone else's thoughts on making this an actual edit-a-thon (and once again, I'm more than happy to grade articles on the end). I'm thinking any article improved during the month of July should count, but open to other thoughts. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 02:47, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :Not a bad idea as such, but this is an event that is happening in hours. Even if we put forth Herculean effort to make a great guide, literally no one would use it for actual travel around Independence Day. Editing America-related articles until the 25th is nice I guess, but this is also a terrible time to travel here and there has been a drop-off in tourism due to our creeping fascism and xenophobia. I'm pretty dour about this as an American who isn't a bigot. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:52, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::My thoughts were more or less that it'll become useful in the future. Given most cities and parks of the US are already reasonably well-covered here, I more or less expect that this will just end up being an improvement for many smaller destinations that primarily attract domestic visitors. But all of this are just my thoughts not really backed up by anything so take that as you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:53, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::I guess the better target would be India and Pakistan's independence days on mid-August, since both countries have poorer coverage of destinations compared to the U.S. or Europe. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:19, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'd be in support of that – since India and Pakistan do make up the bulk of South Asia, it could be an even broader themed edit-a-thon even if the other South Asian countries don't have anything special in August. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:32, 3 July 2026 (UTC) I'm having issue with this user's [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Millburn&diff=next&oldid=5302726 decision] to include Chinese name for a New Jersey town. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 13:24, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :I've reverted that edit...questionable decision for sure. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:46, 3 July 2026 (UTC) : See also [[Wikivoyage:Votes_for_deletion#Wikivoyage:America’s_250th_Birthday]] [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 21:37, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::Done, speedily deleted as per the author's request. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:43, 7 July 2026 (UTC) == New experimental gadget == Hi, everyone. Although I don't expect this gadget to be used all that much, I've created a new gadget for [[Wikivoyage:Requests for checkuser]] (which is enabled for everyone for the time being). You should be able to see the interface pop up when you click the "Add new request" button in the centre of the header (though it can take a second or two to load). This should at least format CU requests a lot better (which is particularly important as the template adds a permalink in the CU log). Any feedback and improvements are appreciated. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:10, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't quite get why it is enabled by default. Checkuser info is needed only by those who know what it is about, who all should either be regulars (who can see this thread and enable the gadget by themselves) or experienced cross-project patrollers, who probably have an established cross-project workflow. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:34, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::We don't have any sort of permission that allows for both cross-wiki patrollers and project regulars to use this gadget (I don't think it's possible to enable it only for those with "autopatrol" on). And as for "experienced cross-project patrollers, who probably have an established cross-project workflow" – no, there is no such established workflow for CU requests (there is for OS, however). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:18, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::We don't need permissions. The point is that regulars can enable it for themselves, while I imagine cross-project patrollers would just use whatever method they are used to for filing the request – even if they found the gadget they would not necessarily try it out for just a single case. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:40, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::The point isn't so much about what people filing in the requests would find it and more that the request is automatically formatted correctly which makes handling the CU request itself a lot easier. And regarding "I imagine cross-project patrollers would just use whatever method they are used to for filing the request" – no, once again cross-wiki patrollers for CU requests will use whatever is easiest for them (if it's enabled by default then that makes it even easier), the best wikis I find to deal with are often those that accommodate us patrollers. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:48, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I haven't been a checkuser and I haven't been making requests, especially not across projects, so I really cannot say to what extent people would use the gadget. Thus, use your judgement. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:02, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == [[Wikivoyage talk:Listings]] == There are a couple of threads there that need attention and participation, and I know from sad experience not to count on '''anybody''' paying any attention to that page. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:10, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ...after a short discussion above, the default editor listing buttons functionality was extended. By selecting a text that resembles legacy-style listings (e.g. See section of [[Amandola]]), and clicking the respective button, the listings will be automagically created. If you see some regressions, please report :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 20:01, 16 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't know if it's a regression, but it's certainly wonkyː when I click the button to create a Sleep listing it includes the "checkin" and "checkout" fields, as expected, but also an irrelevant "hours" field (more appropriate to a Buy or Eat listing). Cheersǃ [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 21:01, 16 July 2026 (UTC) ::I sometimes use the hours field for restaurant and front desk opening hours. Checkin and checkout are more important, but I don't see a big problem in it keeping that field (but it isn't among the suggested fields). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:10, 16 July 2026 (UTC) :::I occasionally use the hours field for places that are only open for part of the year, for example a campsite which only opens in the summer. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:54, 16 July 2026 (UTC) == How do I make [[Bulgaria#By taxi]] visible in the [[Targovishte#By taxi]] section? == I just replaced a bunch of section link templates, but this replacement didn't seem to work. See [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Targovishte&diff=5306944&oldid=5290175 the difference here]. What's the solution (other than to bring back a template deleted per consensus)? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:00, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :Further edits [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Targovishte&diff=5306949&oldid=5306944 here]. They worked, but there may be a more elegant solution. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:02, 9 July 2026 (UTC) ::There were oddnesses. Plain <nowiki>{{see also|Bulgaria#By taxi}}</nowiki> works: ::{{see also|Bulgaria#By taxi}} ::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:41, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::Three other taxi firms in town have no website but appear to be in business. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 16:19, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Travel forum == I wasn't paying attention when this came to fruition, but I think it's potentially a fantastic addition to the site. God how I long for a replacement for Lonely Planet's old Thorntree – the Reddit version is a bit lame. But then so is ours. One of the most active threads is a silly discussion about whether one can visit South Sentinel Island. I feel like there is a market here, and a bullshit-free website like WV might just be the place for true traveller's forum to bloom. Does anyone have idea ideas how we could jumpstart this? We seem to be lacking both interesting (or even valid) questionaires as well as even semi-informed answerers (editors referring people to the relevant article seems a bit... meh). My only idea is perhaps a banner for some period of time inviting users to check out the forum. Any other ideas? [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 16:58, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :I think it can be on the lines of the following banner once proposed for what it once was [[WV:Tourist office]] (now [[WV:Travel forum]]): :[[File:MyWV Banner 03.jpg|x100px]] :The [[WV:My Voyage]] proposal was excellent, and it could replace [[WV:Community portal]] if properly implemented. But sadly, it remains abandoned since 2014, and the [[Main Page]] effectively replaces the community portal for most users. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:06, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::Right, something like this. I also think that the practice of referring posters to articles should stop. Instead, if we got this going, then the forum should ''inform'' the articles as opposed to the other way around. The forum should be for up-to-date (though casual) information that then provides a basis for article updates. I am currently in Central Asia and one extremely helpful (although often out-of-date) website is [https://caravanistan.com/ Carivanistan] and I think this provides a good model, where the forums inform the articles. (Unlike WV, Carivanistan is a dictatorship, but then so is Central Asia...) A lively forum is potentially a way to really juice this website with actual travellers, which I think we are lacking a bit vis-a-vis the armchair travellers (no judgement). [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:15, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :::I still think that we could cite the articles ("as told in [[Helsinki#By boat]], there are plenty of ferries from Tallinn, just use any of them"). Especially when the OP has provided close to no information ("What is there to see in Rome?"), I don't think we should put too much effort in the answer. Of course, being rude towards trolls may discourage good-faith naïve users, who aren't as good at spotting trolls, so we probably should give decent answers also to bad questions (in the cases where we don't simply revert). Pointing to the article with a nice phrasing is one way to handle it. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:10, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]]: I kinda have the same thoughts as you, which is why I (and {{u|Ikan Kekek}}) largely proposed it last year. In some ways I find it's better than the tourist office which it replaced, but it does feel like the vibe of the tourist office kinda just...stuck? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:19, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::I did not follow tourist office, and I joined it only after when it became travel forum. I have just started a thread with my tour plan for Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]), and I will provide updates there. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:23, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == wrong "Dead link" meessage == Hi I've just got a modification alert on the [[GR 92]] page. It says that there is a dead link. https://www.era-ewv-ferp.org/e-paths/e12/e12-in-spain/ European Ramblers Association E12 path. '''bracket.bracket'''.Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot . '''bracket.bracket'''. I just checked the link and it works. Beyond deleting the deadlink message, what I want advice on is, what I have to do to avoid again that the bot misunderstands this link as a deadlink where, in fact, is not. I don't want a editions fight with a bot!! [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:52, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Paste this template after the link: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Template:Cbignore Cbignore]. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:57, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::Done. Thanks [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:51, 15 July 2026 (UTC) :It's hard to know that the link <em>wasn't</em> dead at that time. There are a [https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/HTTP/Reference/Status variety of HTTP codes] and the bot could view many or all o them as "dead" without the nuance of what each one means. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 17:59, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I don't think they're accusing the bot of malfeasance, just don't want it being tagged again. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 18:18, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm not alleging malfeasance either. The point that I was trying to make was two-fold: 1.) it may well have been dead at the time, so the bot was functioning properly and 2.) calling a link "dead" can be a matter of interpretation: e.g. maybe the server recognize the bot as a bot and served up an HTTP response that a human wouldn't have gotten. That's not malfeasance or even malfunction, just a difficult way to include the nuance of what it means for a link to be "dead". ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 18:57, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :I started trying to deal with this a few months ago. From the guidance on the [[User:InternetArchiveBot]] user page, I stumbled upon the [https://iabot.wmcloud.org/index.php?page=reportfalsepositive IABot Report false positives tool]. I had to mess with the profile buttons in the upper-right in order to get the required permissions. This tool works most of the time, but there's some links that get repeatedly retagged, I assume because of the bot-filtering that Justin describes. I wasn't aware of the Cbignore template, but I want to try that out for the links that IABot retags after reporting. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 21:12, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::It seems that pages that need Javascript to present anything useful tend to be marked as dead. This might include those that want you to prove you aren't a bot. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:07, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == July 2026 Wikimedia Café meetups regarding Wikimedia governance and options for reform == <div class="border-box" style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle, #f8eaba); max-width: 875px; padding: 5px; border: 1px solid black; margin: 5px; color: var(--clr-dark)"> <div class="box" style="float:left; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-left: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;">[[File:Wikimedia Café logo in plain SVG format.svg|60px|alt=The logo for the Wikimedia Café]]</div> Hello! There will be two '''[https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Caf%C3%A9 Wikimedia Café]''' discussion opportunities in July. Both sessions will focus on Wikimedia governance, including possible follow-ups to the [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Movement_Charter Movement Charter] and options for reform. Participants may attend either or both Café sessions. This month, to deconflict the Café meetups from Wikimania, the meetups will be held one day later than usual. #'''26 July 2026 15:00 UTC''' ([https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1785078000 timestamp converter]), at a time friendly to the Americas, Africa, and Europe #'''27 July 2026 03:00 UTC''' ([https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1785121200 timestamp converter]), at a time friendly to Asia and the Pacific Please see the Café page for more information, including [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Caf%C3%A9#How_to_attend_the_session how to register]! <br /> [[File:Buntstifte Eberhard Faber crop 64h.jpg|860px|alt=cropped image of colored pencils]]</div> <span style="white-space:nowrap;">[[User:Pine|<span style="color:#01796f; text-shadow:#00BFFF 0 0 1.0em">↠Pine</span>]] [[User talk:Pine|<span style="color:DeepSkyBlue">(<b style="color:#FFDF00;text-shadow:#FFDF00 0 0 1.0em">✉</b>)</span>]]</span> 03:44, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == Its really weird == Unlike wikipedia once you click on edit on a page you will instantely enter edit Mode i almost removed the s in cities in the uzbekistan page because of this error [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39485-56|&#126;2026-39485-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39485-56|talk]]) 19:13, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :and also how do i delete my temporary account i too lazy to make an account [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39485-56|&#126;2026-39485-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39485-56|talk]]) 19:15, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Temporary accounts cannot be deleted. No idea what you mean with your first comment, though. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:55, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == Blocking filters == I disabled the blocking in [[Special:AbuseFilter/90]]. Admins should probably take a look at the discussion. There is perhaps a related issue in [[Special:AbuseFilter/93]]. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 23:18, 15 July 2026 (UTC) == Overlap == There is a severe overlap in [[Olongapo]] and [[Subic]]. Ideally, both are separate cities/municipalities that border each other in the Philippines. Instead, Subic overlaps Olongapo's content under the guise of it being the name of the bay that both areas share. Might a serious restructuring be needed? [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 16:02, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Yeah, this content should definitely be merged into a single article. I don't know the region well enough to know which article is best (i.e., whether or not "Subic" is a more widely-recognized colloquial name than "Olongapo", or if it's more an administrative formality). [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:38, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::{{ping|Borgenland|Gerode}} I suggest "Metro Olongapo" as a catchall term for both municipalities, per the WP article on {{w|Olongapo}}, "{{tq|Together with the municipality of Subic, Olongapo forms Metro Olongapo, one of the twelve metropolitan areas in the Philippines.}}" I don't know anything much about the Philippines though. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:01, 18 July 2026 (UTC) : At least in my circles (expats in the Philippines), Subic is far better known because there was an American naval base there during the Vietnam War. Like [[Angeles]], which had an air base, it developed a sex industry at that time & is still a sex tourism destination, though the customers now are mostly Japanese & Korean. Some of the aging servicemen say those places have gone far downhill & are now not even close to what they remember. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 17:29, 18 July 2026 (UTC) : I'd keep the two articles; they seem like distinct destinations to me. Of course they should link to each other & duplication should be reduced. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 17:36, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I am proposing a cleanup of the Subic article to make it strictly about Subic town. On searching further I found that the overlap extends to [[Morong (Bataan)]], which apparently has jurisdiction over Ocean Adventure and Zoobic Safari. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 05:33, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Also noting that Subic town has a larger share of the eponymous bay’s coastline. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 05:34, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::: I'd oppose merging, but cleanup sounds like a fine idea; [[Wikivoyage:Plunge_forward|plunge forward]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 15:30, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Started revamping [[Subic]]. Will start on the market tonight. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 16:43, 3 August 2026 (UTC) == Data pages fail to work == I have just created custom mapshapes for the subregions of [[North Yorkshire]], but they fail to work as they returns the error "maplink: Title "Wikivoyage/North York Moors and Teesside.map" is not a valid map data page". So I tried this on my sandbox, and found same error regardless of the data page. Then, I fix the typo at [[London#Get around]] and find that even its mapshape returns the same error. I guess it's a universal error you will get once you edit an article. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 04:59, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :I have just edited [[Madrid#Districts]] and it also returns "maplink: Title "Madrid_Inner_Districts.map" is not a valid map data page", even though I have never touched the data page in question compared to the previous ones. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 05:04, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :Well, the data [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Data:Wikivoyage/North_York_Moors_and_Teesside.map is still there]........ so perhaps some change on our side? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 14:45, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::Yes, it's definitely on our side, as I see no problems on Commons. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 14:56, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::I see this error in many places across the [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Template:Maplink Wikimedia Template:Maplink documentation page] [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:32, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::: probably releated report ---> {{phab|T433008}} -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:33, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == Request for comment (the future of Abstract Wikipedia) == <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr">You are invited to voice your opinions in a [[:m:Requests for comment/The future of Abstract Wikipedia|request for comment about the future of Abstract Wikipedia]]. {{Int:Feedback-thanks-title}} [[:m:User:Kowal2701|Kowal2701]] ([[:m:User talk:Kowal2701|talk]]) 12:25, 24 July 2026 (UTC) </bdi> <!-- Message sent by User:DreamRimmer@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Distribution_list/Global_message_delivery&oldid=30513860 --> :I voiced my concerns on the RfC in question, but I'll say it here too: there's been zero consultation specifically with the abstractwiki community, with the proposer only having made one edit to abstractwiki prior to this, and a majority of the participants coming in from a discussion on enwiki (why does enwiki think they are a primary affected party?). It's nice the WMF (especially Sannita) is actually a bit receptive to feedback in this instance, however, but I'd keep that in mind when reading many of the initial comments. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:32, 24 July 2026 (UTC) ::Yes. If the consultation is done on a page where the community's comments are drowned in walls of text from en-wp, the community cannot be expected to engage. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 21:49, 26 July 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]]: tbh ''some'' of the concerns on that page do seem valid – particularly patching raw information into actual coherent sentences since almost no two languages have the same sentence structure and rules-based order (that's something even I don't know what can be done without using AI). The others, though: massively agreed with you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:15, 3 August 2026 (UTC) ::::There's the same problem as with Wikinews: there are valid concerns and a problematic (some would claim out-of-process) process. ::::For the concerns: this is a highly experimental and difficult project. If it succeeds, it will be revolutionary. I get the impression though, that the magnitude of the difficulties hasn't been appreciated, not by the critics and – what's worse – not by the project itself. I tried to check whether there were any linguists in the team, but such information was difficult to find. No wonder they have struggled if they tried to approach it as a purely technical problem, with primarily programming expertise. ::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 18:13, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :::::It's certainly <em>very</em> ambitious and is something that has been in the works for over a decade, while [[:f:]] is still in beta and will be for years. This project won't be functional to make encyclopedia articles for at least a decade and probably two. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 20:17, 3 August 2026 (UTC) ::::About "almost no two languages have the same sentence structure and rules-based order": For simple sentences, this isn't true, because most languages accept a simple subject–verb–object format: Look at the moon. Mira la luna. Regarde la lune. 看看月亮. Olha para a lua. Посмотри на луну. Those that don't often have a predictable variation. Hindi and Bengali, for example, sound like "The Moon, look." I wouldn't expect anyone to be using this [https://www.washingtonpost.com/doonesbury/strip/archive/1979/05/16# for poetry], and I think it would break down with complex sentences, metaphors, and many idiomatic expressions, but I think it is possible that it could be helpful overall, even though I'm convinced that it can't do everything. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:58, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :::::I think that it would work best if a way is provided to integrate Abstract content with local language specific content. As a minimum this could be by having articles which have local sections and abstract sections, but it would be better if finer control is provided, and the mechanism is intuitive to local editors. A local editor should not have to figure out whether changing "Look at the moon" to "Consider the moon" requires a change to the abstract statement or the translation engine, and language editing wars need to be avoided. If you look at [[:w:2026 FIFA World Cup]], there are many tables which I think could be converted to abstract form and used in some of the 116 Wikipedias which have this article. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:18, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::This will be the near- or mid-term value of [[:f:]] and abstract.wp: it can provide baked-in, consistent methods of displaying data from [[:d:]], such as with infoboxes or tables, but it can't write wholesale articles--even short ones--for a long time, if ever. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 21:45, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::I think the general notion is that someone would hand-code an article, and that this would provide a basic outline that could be adapted by local editors. For example: "<code>$city [is] [in] <nowiki>[[link|$location]]</nowiki>.^[ref] [The population] [is] $population-number [as of] $year.^[ref]</code>". The Wikivoyage editor could see that and say "I'm keeping that first sentence, but we don't do refs to citations here, and I don't really care about the population." The Wikipedia editor could say "Thanks for the refs, but these short, choppy sentences sound they were written by a seven year old, so I'll copyedit it." Everyone gets some value, but nobody blindly accepts everything 100% as it was originally generated. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 22:56, 4 August 2026 (UTC) Thanks for the link. Abstract Wikipedia/Wikifunctions should not have been approved in the first place due to lack of genuine community consultation. It was [[foundation:Resolution:Abstract Wikipedia|approved]] 3 weeks after [[meta:Talk:Abstract Wikipedia/Archive 1|it was proposed on Meta]] (which is lightning speed) because it was proposed by a former board of trustee (i.e. cronyism), contrast that to Wikispore and WikiJournal's proposals. And now, 6 years later, we see the end result of a proposal that did not receive community scrutiny to flesh out the details and challenges. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 03:27, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :As someone who made basically the exact same allegation on [[:m:]] myself, I will say that the explanation given at the time was that the general Abstract Wikipedia/Wikilemma/Wikifunctions project essentially started with the creation of [[:d:]] (2012/2013) and had been worked on with a newsletter publishing the process publicly for years. I am not 100% convinced by that reasoning, but it does soften allegations about pure cronyism. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 04:00, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::Denny proposed it many years before that. It's been [https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Semantic_MediaWiki/Blueprint&oldid=201639#Parsing_of_Wikisource_and_generation_of_articles talked about since at least 2005]. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 22:47, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :::Talked about and actually presenting the proposal to the community for voting are two separate things. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:17, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == Mapframe Layer=W == What does a '''layer=W''' parameter/value do in the [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Template:Mapframe Mapframe] template? The template documentation for the layer parameter says "see Wikivoyage:How to use dynamic maps#Mapframe" but that anchor doesn't exist and the article doesn't mention the layer parameter at all. Thanks, [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 14:38, 26 July 2026 (UTC) :The layer parameter has been ignored by mapframe for about 10 years. It was meant to allow the default map layer to be selected (W=Wikimedia, M=Mapnik, R=Relief Map). However selecting anything other than Wikimedia means that the reader's IP address is sent to an external server. If this is done as a result of the reader selecting the layer on the page they are warned of this privacy issue (if they pay close attention), but not if it is the default in mapframe. Because of this minor privacy issue, the layer parameter is disabled. (Mapframe2 does support the layer parameter, but it is only intended to be used on [[Destinations]].) [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:41, 26 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ah ha. Thanks. Any objection to replacing "see Wikivoyage:How to use dynamic maps#Mapframe" in the documentation with "ignored parameter"? [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 02:27, 27 July 2026 (UTC) :::I interpret silence as no objection. [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Template:Mapframe/doc&diff=prev&oldid=5319624 Done!] [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 06:59, 30 July 2026 (UTC) ::::That's how we roll! :-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 16:35, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Opt out global sysops? == Hello. I am a user who reverts and reports vandalism globally. In my opinion, this wiki should opt out global sysops, for the following reasons: #This wiki has 33 local administrators and 17 of them are active, so this wiki does not meet the scope of opting in global sysops. #From what I see in [[Special:Log/block]], [[Special:Log/delete]] and [[Special:Log/protect]], although this wiki allows global sysops to perform administrative actions, almost all administrative actions are performed by local administrators. Thank you. [[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]] ([[User talk:Font8388608|talk]]) 16:48, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]]: My question is why. Has there ever been a case of a GS (or steward) that's used their tools ''not'' in the best interests of this site since 2021? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:53, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ::I also oppose the suggestion. Global sysops have helped greatly by reverting vandalism when admins don't happen to be on the site. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:46, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :::Can you tell me when most of the local admins weren't present and therefore global sysops could revert most of the disruptive edits? [[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]] ([[User talk:Font8388608|talk]]) 11:49, 2 August 2026 (UTC) ::::Plenty of times – GS/stew intervention has been particularly helpful during the times when a certain few LTAs were active (not going to namedrop them per DENY, but I'm happy to do so off-wiki). Also, having been a global sysop (and now steward) and been pretty extensively involved in this sphere for about 2 years now, the worst wikis to deal with x-wiki anti-vandalism are the wikis that set up needless bureaucratic hoops for no discernible benefits whatsoever, and I really don't want this wiki to be one of those said wikis. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:02, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]], if I knew which times of day we tended to lack admin coverage, I wouldn't want to announce them publicly. Suffice it to say, help from global sysops has been very helpful, and we're glad to have their assistance. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:14, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :I agree. The global sysops are generally helpful, and we have no reason to want them to leave us. :I also don't understand why the OP would make this suggestion at a wiki they've never edited before. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 20:35, 2 August 2026 (UTC) I believe this question was raised in good faith because our project doesn't fit into the definition of a "small wiki" (see the [[meta:Small and large wikis|definition of small and large wikis on Meta]]). Specifically, the first line on that definition page reads "Every wiki with checkusers should be treated as a large wiki. However, some of those wikis may need help. Global sysops must ask communities for permission to use their rights on that project." The presence of CheckUser elevates our status to large wiki, even though we have not reached 50,000 articles yet. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 21:46, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :So do we have to do anything to assure global sysops that we continue to welcome their help? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 23:27, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::Nothing, really. Our policy already permits GS help on an as-they-see-fit model, which overrides the Meta definition in this instance. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:30, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == Mapframe == Recently mapframe does not react correctly on clicking on the markers. This is not the case on every article that has mapframe. Examples: [[Taipei]] has the problem, but on [[Aalst]] there is no problem. Looking at the source code I don't see what difference there is in mapshape usage in these articles. [[User:FredTC|FredTC]] ([[User talk:FredTC|talk]]) 12:22, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :I believe it's a known issue – see [[phab:T433703]]. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 14:01, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :: The problems are known. But I think there is another one: [[Phab:T433755]] (a style sheet problem). --[[User:RolandUnger|RolandUnger]] ([[User talk:RolandUnger|talk]]) 16:39, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :So, the problem is probably on the backend rather than the frontend. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:53, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == New unannounced event == It seems there's currently an unannounced event at [[m:Event:Culture Connect Africa/Wikivoyage/2026]] which involves Wikivoyage, ongoing between 21:00, August 1, 2026 – 09:59, November 1, 2026. I haven't properly looked into this (just very busy irl)...but somebody should try to contact the event organizer, as this is currently running against [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers|site policy]]. (cc {{ping|Ikan Kekek}}, if you happen to know). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:57, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :This is probably [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#Request for Wikivoyage Training for African and Proud Community]] above: "I kindly request for permission for a wikivoyage training". [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::I stand corrected then – to the organizers, please accept my apologies for not properly looking. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:11, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :::However, I think that they need to alter their competition rules to align with [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers]]. In particular as the competition encourages article creation, competitors should be directed to [[Wikivoyage:What is an article?]]. Parts of the rules look like they have been edited from an earlier Wikipedia competition without fully updating to align with how Wikivoyage works. I am also disappointed that the organiser that posted the request has not made any other edits on Wikivoyage, despite the advice to "edit the article about wherever you live". [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:21, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I totally agree. Moreover, [[Wikivoyage:Copyleft]] needs to be emphasized. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:46, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :::::At least this event is trying to improve transportation and recreation activities in the project, and not something like linking human rights and Wikivoyage 🤦 [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 17:48, 7 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::Sure, I agree with you on that. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :::::::+1. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:25, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I've boldly updated their event documentation page, and pinged the person who created it. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 00:41, 8 August 2026 (UTC) == Festivals == A new user recently created [[World Sango Festival]] which will likely be redirected to Oyo#Do. Discussion at [[User_talk:ABORISADEADETONA]]. I think this raises some broader questions which can be discussed here. Some festivals like [[New Orleans Mardi Gras]] do get their own articles. Others like [[Sinulog]] get redirects. The festival of the Sea Goddess Mazu gets neither, though it has >&nbsp;100,000 particpants; it is mentioned at [[Putian#See]]. [[Kumbh Mela]] has neither, though [[w:Kumbh Mela]] gives participation numbers in the hundreds of millions and it is mentioned in many WV articles. What are the criteria here? Do we need a policy laying them out? A festivals expedition? [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 15:14, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :I had a look at [[New Orleans Mardi Gras]] and I think that its layout looks resonable, though I would like to see a additional section entitled "Location". Note that not all festivals have parades - for example the [[en:Edinburgh Festival Fringe]] tke place at a variaty of locations. If an article were to be written about the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, then the "Parade" section would be omitted. The layout that I would sugggest therefore is: :*Understand :*Dates :*Location :*Parades :[[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 15:45, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::If a festival page is created, but then needs redirected, I'd like to advocate for first connecting the 'article' to Wikidata, before redirecting it. I've just done that for [[World Sango Festival]]. ::If you've never done that before, then my process is: ::* Find the Wikipedia article. (Hopefully it already exists.) ::* At the bottom of the three dots/tools menu, find the "Wikidata item" for the Wikipedia article. That will take you to a page like https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q24927689 ::* Scroll to the bottom of the page, where links to other articles are. Find the "Wikivoyage" section. ::* Click 'edit' to add a Wikivoyage page. In the first little box, type <code>en</code> for the language, and then put the name of the Wikivoyage article in the second box (it has a search tool, which helps make sure you get the correct spelling). ::* Click 'publish', and you're done! ::[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:35, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :FWIW, I have created the [[Kumbh Mela]] article just as the OP mentions the festival. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 19:21, 8 August 2026 (UTC) == Mandatory booking flag for listings == It seems that at least in Europe, the overtourism is dealt with e.g. by requiring booking entrance time upfront, often sold out for days prior, and no on-premises tickets even. I got bitten by this a few times in the past weeks already, including listings that seem quite mundane. e.g. today after a 40m drive, it was a bit surreal to be left outside with 20 other people before middle-of-nowhere ruins, with next entry 5h later :) ... It was definitely my fault for not checking upfront, but... I think some kind of icon "booking required" would help, and could be also used for Trip Planner, for example. One can easily overlook this requirement in a wall of text. Any other ideas/suggestions? I see now e.g. google maps has this "better to book upfront" recommendation in place... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:29, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :I don't know whether a symbol is practical, but it definitely should be emphasized in any listing in which it's relevant! I'm sorry that happened to you! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 19:33, 13 August 2026 (UTC) ::I did a Googlesearch of "Booking needed icon" and looking at the various icons that came up, it seemed to me that the most appropriate woudl be a stylised clip-board. As a guide, Wikipedia flag icons are 23 x 15 pixels with a one pixel border. [[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 21:40, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :Some major tourist attractions in China require advance booking as well (although sometimes if you are a foreigner you can beg and cry and they'll let you in). E.g. Tiananmen Square (they did not let me in). [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 10:26, 15 August 2026 (UTC) rmx28j71cdtv1omzn5lqmsijazzsaoa 5328747 5328736 2026-08-15T11:22:29Z SHB2000 2248002 /* Mandatory booking flag for listings */ Reply 5328747 wikitext text/x-wiki <div style="text-align:left; background: var( --wv-optional-color, #f4f7fa); color: var( --color-base ); border: 1px solid #abc; padding: .3em; margin-bottom: 1.5em"> <div style="text-align:center; font-size:300%; line-height: 1; padding: 10px;">'''Welcome to the pub'''</div> {{shortcut|[[WV:Pub]]|[[WV:TP]]}} [[File:QA_icon_clr.svg|right|frameless|150px|link=]] The travellers' pub is for general discussion on Wikivoyage, and the place to ask questions when you're confused, lost, afraid, tired, annoyed, thoughtful, or helpful. To start a new topic, click the "Add topic" tab, so that it gets added '''at the bottom''' of the page, and sign your post by appending four tildes (<nowiki>~~~~</nowiki>) Before asking a question or making a comment: * Have a look at our [[Wikivoyage:Help|Help]], [[Wikivoyage:FAQ|FAQ]] and [[Wikivoyage:Policies|Policies]] pages. * If you are a '''new user''' and you have any questions about using the website, try the [[Wikivoyage:Arrivals lounge|Arrivals lounge]]. * If you have a '''question or suggestion about a particular article''', use the article's [[Project:using talk pages|talk page]] to keep the discussion associated with that article. * If you'd like to '''draw attention to a comment''' to '''get feedback''' from other Wikivoyagers, try [[Wikivoyage:Requests for comment|Requests for comment]]. * If you are '''wanting travel advice on a specific matter''' see the [[Wikivoyage:Tourist office|tourist office]]. * If you have an '''issue you need to bring to the attention of an administrator''', try [[Wikivoyage:Ongoing vandalism|Ongoing vandalism]]. * If you are having a '''problem that you think has to do with the [[mw:|MediaWiki software]]''', please post that on [[phab:|Phabricator]] instead. * If you want to '''celebrate a significant contribution''' to Wikivoyage by yourself or others, hold a party at [[Project:Celebrate a contribution|Celebrate a contribution]]. * Discuss '''issues related to more than one language version''' of Wikivoyage in the [[meta:Wikivoyage/Lounge|Wikivoyage Lounge]] on Meta. * Anything that is '''Nigeria-related''' is now meant to go in the [[Wikivoyage:Nigeria café|Nigeria café]] instead. Anything that is '''Kosovo or Albania related''' is now meant to go in the [[Wikivoyage:Kosovo and Albania cafe|Kosovo and Albania café]] instead. This includes announcements, initiatives, celebrations, and issues with certain articles. You can review old Pub discussions in the [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub/Archives]]. '''Pull up a chair and join in the conversation!''' [{{fullurl:Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub|action=edit&section=new}} '''Click here to start a new thread'''] </div> {{WikivoyageDoc|collaboration}} <!-- Discussions start here --> __TOC__ __NEWSECTIONLINK__ == More admins? == I'm not sure how many people here have really noticed this...but I find this year in particular we've really been lacking enough people to take on janitorial tasks. VfDs going well above the 14 days (to which I still argue the solution is to reduce the time period to prevent discussion fatigue, but I digress), featured articles not being updated on time, touting left for hours on end, more spam...the list goes on. At least out of the 23 active sysops, the current team seem to be doing reasonably well, so I think this is really a call for more admins. For anyone hesitant, it's not a huge time commitment, but just more people having the ability to do these tasks alone will help out a lot. I'm more than happy to give any feedback to anyone considering running. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:49, 11 June 2026 (UTC) :At least for myself, this is partly explained by diverting some of my time and energy to perform CheckUser blocks. With more of us (yes, like you SHB who is now a steward) taking on additional roles both within and external to Wikivoyage, and [https://stats.wikimedia.org/#/en.wikivoyage.org more edits to vet through] compared to a year ago, we need to start thinking about admin retention (beyond just editor retention). This was one of the [[wikimania:2025:Program/Where are all the Wikipedia administrators? A panel discussion about the future of administrators on Wikipedia.|panel discussion in Wikimania Nairobi]] last year (full disclosure: I was invited, and accepted, to participate in this panel after arriving in Nairobi). What I'm curious to know is the general threshold (account age and edit count) that our community finds a candidate to be acceptable. When I look into the archived nominations, almost all the candidates are either sure-in (7+ year account with 5000+ edits) or sure-out (3-month account with under 50 edits). [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 15:15, 11 June 2026 (UTC) ::Couple thousand edits, couple years? Realistically, [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:ActiveUsers?username=&groups%5B%5D=autopatrolled&wpFormIdentifier=specialactiveusers the list of active autopatrolled editors] is probably the candidate pool. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:07, 11 June 2026 (UTC) :::The last admin nomination had quite low participation, relative to the size of the current active editor pool. We first need to encourage more people to participate in voting/discussion. And if someone has no strong inclinations to support or oppose, a "Neutral" or "Comment" with reasons will still provide value to the nomination, and help the closer decide whether consensus has been achieved or not. [[User:DaGizza|<span style="color:teal">Gizza</span>]]^{(<i>[[User_talk:DaGizza|<span style="color:teal">roam</span>]]</i>)} 01:31, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I didn't want to comment there, because I don't know enough about the Justin's wikipedia ban, which sounds serious... But the other two topics - it's strange to me that being non-nuclear regarding AC is still a topic, after all these years, and seems to cover any other good work a person may have done. Also I don't understand how any past participation on WT is a blocker point... So I didn't vote. -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 10:10, 12 June 2026 (UTC) :::::If you have an opinion about an admin nomination, do feel free to offer it. And for everyone: every user is entitled to offer an opinion about user rights nominations. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:39, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Seconded this – RfAs (or any nomination, really) aren't votes, so neutrals provide just as much value to the discussion as a support or an oppose. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:25, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::Oh thanks for the stats link – I guess that explains everything. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:20, 12 June 2026 (UTC) :I do start to wonder if this also builds the case for automating things that are otherwise tedious or just annoying to do by hand...maybe something worth looking into. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:37, 12 June 2026 (UTC) ::Can you give an example of that kind of edit? The important things usually require human judgment. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:42, 13 June 2026 (UTC) :::Things like [[WV:VfD]] (a gadget similar to the one on Commons – shouldn't be too hard to tweak to this site) and maybe featured articles is what I'm thinking. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:10, 14 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Do you mean that you want a script that will put <code><nowiki>{{vfd}}</nowiki></code> on the article and automatically add a new ===Section=== at the end of the [[Wikivoyage:Votes for deletion]] page? That sounds like a case of https://xkcd.com/1319/ to me. ::::It looks like we had a VFD nomination about twice a week last year. A script could save about one minute per nomination (probably less, but let's stick to round numbers). If it was used for every single nomination (plausible; for comparison, enwiki uses Twinkle for about 90% of AFD nominations), that would collectively save editors about 90 minutes per year. Therefore, if it takes more than 90 minutes to set up, the net benefit wouldn't be seen for longer than a year. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 21:42, 14 June 2026 (UTC) :::::It is more than just that: the gadget would also notify editors (something that we currently don't do), and also potentially append <code><nowiki>''Not ending before {{subst:#time:H:i j F Y (T)|+2 week}}''</nowiki></code> at the top of each nomination to prevent nominations from going untouched. All these would just be annoying to do by hand, and something that can easily be done through a gadget that likely won't take all that long to create (since equivalents exist elsewhere and it's not hard to tweak + modernise it to this site). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:09, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Notifying editors is maybe nice, most of the time, but I think that two weeks is easy enough to do in your head that I see no particular value in the "Not ending before" idea. In particular, it feels like something that would make the rules be even more rigid. Enwiki has had fights over deletion discussions that closed less than one hour before the official time. I would not want us to take any step that could lead us even a tiny step towards that sort of expectation. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ===Activity level=== I looked at all 33 admins and see whether they're active (using [[w:WP:ACTIVE|WP's definition]] of 5 mainspace edits in last 30 days). I have accounted for [https://meta.toolforge.org/stewardry/enwikivoyage?sysop=1&bureaucrat=1&checkuser=1 logged actions], which did not change the table. '''TLDR: We may be losing 6 admins (18.2%) of the entire admin corp before the calendar turns 2027.''' Here is the current snapshot: {| class="wikitable" |+ Admin activity snapshot (as of June 15, 2026) |- ! Criteria !! Total number !! % of entire admin corp |- | Not active (<5 mainsapce edits in last 30 days) || 19^ || 57.8% |- | Inactive (0 edits in last 1+ years) || 6* || 18.2% |- | Inactive and in imminent risk for sysop removal (0 edits in 2 years) || 2† || 6.7% |} <nowiki>^</nowiki> Includes 1 of the 3 CheckUser. <br /> <nowiki>*</nowiki> All 6 of them have not edited for 1.5 years, and would be "sysop removal" eligible before the end of the year if they don't come back. <br /> <nowiki>†</nowiki> Their desysop was deferred [[Wikivoyage talk:Administrators#Inactive administrators as of 2026-03|in March 2026]] for lack of notification to the affected users. I think it's time that we loosen up our community criteria to counter "edit count creep". [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Wikivoyage:Travellers%27_pub&diff=prev&oldid=5291044 Couple thousand edits and couple of years] may be too stringent to our current needs. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 02:19, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :We need to be careful how much we loosen requirements. There are security issues involved in giving people admin tools. So something has to establish their trustworthiness. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:24, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::Yes we should be careful. But at the same time it should be no big deal. We're already seeing the disconnect between what the community ''feels'' like with its unwritten rules (2000 edits, 2 years) vs what is ''written'' in the [[WV:Administrators#Becoming an administrator|nomination instruction]] ("track record of at least a few months" among other things). I went into the archives and looked at some of the unsuccessful admin nominations. At least four editors went in with the presumption of what was written, got told with "not yet", and shortly afterwards quit the project altogether. Turning adminship into a big deal does not help with editor retention either. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:31, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::I agree with Ohana massively on this one – the last thing we want is our RfA process to turn into enwiki's or ruwiki's, both of which are struggling with admin retention (enwiki somewhat has solved this through AELECT, which is really a bandaid solution to a problem created by their own community being needlessly strict). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:03, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::Where does the idea that 2,000 edits and 2 years are required come from? I've been on this site and its predecessor for at least 20 years and don't remember any such unwritten rule. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:25, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::I think the security concerns are a bit overblown – if something really bad happens with an admin, the option for an emergency desysop is always there. That's not to say that we should elect rookie editors as admins, but it's not as bad as it might seem. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:04, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#c-WhatamIdoing-20260611190700-OhanaUnited-20260611151500|wrote that]] few days ago. They were the only person who responded with actual numbers in mind. Here are several, unsuccessful nomination benchmarks along with outcomes (skipping over sockpuppets and eventual LTAs): {| class="wikitable" |+ Unsuccessful RfAs and account outcomes (edit counts and account age are at the time of RfA) |- ! Account !! # of edits (approx.) !! Account age !! Outcome after unsuccessful RfA |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Tai123.123 #1] || 1800 edits || 6 months || substantial dropoff and essentially stopped 5 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/KevRobbAU #2] || 700 mainspace + 2400 userspace edits for drafting || 1.5 years || editing stopped 2 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Jay%20Jay%20Marcus%20Keize13 #3] || 450 edits || 11 months || editing essentially stopped 7 months after |- | [https://xtools.wmcloud.org/ec/en.wikivoyage.org/Prof%20tpms #4] || 5800 edits || 1.5 years || editing continued, though far less active than before RfA |} From the limited sample size, we have a 75% chance of losing the editor within 6 months after their failed RfA. We got to do better. And judging from account #1's [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Tai123.123 for administrator|RFA in 2022]] in the table, it appears that our community ''does'' think 2000 edits and 2 years is the comfort threshold to support an RfA. I understand it's not an easy topic to bring up, but it is time that we loosen up the criteria. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:39, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::We should still have the threshold high enough that no LTA is tempted to try to get promoted. I didn't dig deep enough in the archives to find the two unsuccessful nominations – what level of experience did they have? A few months of editing might be enough if they really have shown that they understand site policy and ability to work well with the community, but that requires quite enthusiastic engagement with the site. Three months and 300 edits would hardly suffice in my book. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:21, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Right. 6 months or so of really great editing that showed real knowledge of Wikivoyage policy and practice and at least something over 500 edits could be sufficient. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:27, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Yeah no I agree – anything under 6 months is way too short in my opinion. That's not really enough time to actually get a proper grasp and understanding of Wikivoyage policies and practices. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:41, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] Please see my latest, added table above. The 6 months suggestion seem to be invalidated by 4 failed RfAs. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:44, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::This is the theory-vs-data problem. Yes: in theory, under some unusual circumstances, a couple of editors would support an RFA candidate with only six months of "really great editing". If we ''say'' six months, and someone tries at six months, they might get support from those couple of people, but the RFA is going to fail overall, and they're going to feel rejected by this community. ::::::I suggest that we do two things: ::::::* Provide actual data to potential candidates. It might sound like "In theory, if your contributions are stellar, then you could become an admin with just a few hundred edits and six months' experience. However, in practice, most candidates with less than 2,000 edits or less than two years' contribution here tend not to get elected." If we think that we have a problem with a requirement ratchet (the standards creep a little higher every year), then we could even add a sentence saying that we discourage voters from imposing higher expectations for volume and tenure. ::::::* Actively search for candidates. One step is to search for people with 500 edits + six months experience and put them on the autopatrolled list; another is to actively search the autopatrolled list for potential admin candidates and beg them to become an admin. This might be best done with a little off-wiki coordination, so you don't invited a doomed candidate, but most people don't run because they weren't invited to. <small>(Also: not me, thanks.)</small> ::::::[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:28, 15 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::These are good suggestions that we can explore to implement. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 06:09, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I wouldn't agree that the 6 months suggestion is invalidated by the 4 failed RfAs that you cited. Each case is individual. But I do agree that we have usually wanted people to edit for a year before becoming admins. I'd point to [[User:Rschen7754]] as a notable exception, though under special circumstances. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:52, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I don't think that the "general purpose" documentation should say 6 months, if (as appears to be the case ) less than 2 years has only been successful in recent years under "special circumstances" (usually of the technical variety: [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Arlolra|example]], [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2024#User:Zinnober9 (temporary adminship)|example]]). We can say that special circumstances may exist, without misleading anyone into thinking that less than two years is at all normal. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:46, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :<small>(Also FYI I had admin activity reviews planned tomorrow to be handled on July 1, almost exactly a year after last year's removals) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC)</small> :None of those folks should have been made admins. Do you want to argue for any of them? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:13, 15 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'm not re-litigating RfAs on their merits. I'm pointing out that after they failed RfAs, most of them quit. Do we really want to create a "do or die" atmosphere at RfA? Two of the four continue to contribute in other WMF projects, which is an indication that setting high standards for adminship does not address the admin deficit, but also causes regular contributors who failed RfA to find other things to edit (just not on Wikivoyage). [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:50, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :::It's unfortunate that people who are nominated for admin and not confirmed would choose to stop editing on Wikivoyage, but I refer you to [[User talk:KevRobbAU]] to see how they absolutely never should have been given any special powers. As for the other cases, what they choose to do after not being confirmed is no indication that the decision was a mistake, and we have no control over that. So what are you suggesting? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:03, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::::My suggestion to improve the overall RfA experience (aside from lowering the standard) is to offer advice on how they can improve after their unsuccessful attempt. None of my 4 examples showed instant dropoff, but rather a slow fade into disappearance. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:59, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Can you point to relevant examples where we didn't do that, should have, and how we should have done that? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:45, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I want to focus on improving the overall atmosphere and not fixated on a particular editor. But since you insist on a specific example, #1 ([[User:Tai123.123]]) falls under this category. They were [[User talk:Tai123.123#Admin?|invited to apply]], accepted, and ended up with [[Wikivoyage:User rights nominations/Archives/2022#Tai123.123 for administrator|non-promotion]] that I would characterize as near-miss (2 support and 2 neutral, 0 oppose). Aside from a few comments within the RfA that advised the nominee to edit more, there was no other feedback provided to the editor. In enwp, there was [[w:User_talk:OhanaUnited/Archive_5#Your RFA was unsuccessful|feedback]] on how I can improve in preparation for next nomination. Did we do that here? No, there was nothing said to the editor about this process on the usertalk page. As a matter of fact, we didn't even write a "thanks for putting yourself forward for nomination" message on their talk page or any other "not yet" closes. We can do this as a starting point. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 15:51, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::Hey, I was surprised to see myself pinged here considering I've not been active for a couple of years. I remember when I was norminated and being somewhat disappointed (though understanding why it didn't) when it didn't go through, I think my dissapearance from the site was mostly due to other factors (starting at a new university) but I think if I felt like I had a commitment to the site I might've kept some level of activity (probably not writing stuff but I did like the small bits of administration with the front page I did). I think my dissapearance from editing came less from anything about this site itself more just that I found new interests and had no commitments to keep me here. I'm now wondering if my life would be different if it went through, if I'd still be editing here. :::::::Anyway, thanks for the ping (even though the intention probably wasn't to ping me), I enjoyed reading the discussion and remember interacting with a lot of you in like 2021. Those days where I was filled with wanderlust after the pandemic feel so distant, so thanks for the blast from the past. I hope you're all doing well, and the site is running fine. I still check Wikivoyage when planning trips. :::::::Cheers! [[User:Tai123.123|Tai123.123]] ([[User talk:Tai123.123|talk]]) 17:22, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::So, I misremembered and actually '''did''' support Tai's nomination for admin. I kind of feel like they were given a roadmap for a possible if not probable success on a rehearing later, but I was concerned at the time about a lack of participation in the discussion, which I think showed that not enough people were familiar with their work. What more do you or@[[User:Tai123.123|Tai123.123]] feel we could have said or done? I read the Wikipedia thread you linked, and I saw a :::::::mention of coaching for prospective admins. How do they do that, and how is it organized? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:23, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::It's mostly informal, and AFAICT done by people who either have a lot of practical experience with the RFA process, or at least think they do. If you ask, someone will look through your edits and suggest, e.g., that you get more experience with AFD, and specifically that you go !vote in a hundred obvious AFDs, and do a few dozen completely obvious non-admin 'keep' closures, so that your agreeing-with-the-outcome stats will be pretty. Or they'll say that you don't spend time on noticeboards, so you should go answer obvious questions at one. (They never recommend that you take an unpopular stand or do anything controversial, because being agreeable is more likely to win AFD than being right.) [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:18, 18 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Perhaps the more important thing is: Here, everybody knows your name. Admins are elected because we know you. We don't need a statistical analysis of your views on deletion or reverting spammers or whatever, because we already know you. The advice here would probably be the same for everyone: Make sure you're visibly checking [[Special:RecentChanges]] every day, make sure you're posting at the pub every week, and make sure that you show our laid-back, calm, we're-all-capable-adults-here vibe (e.g., no screaming at the touters; just revert them, leave a polite note, and move on). [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:23, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I think you've hit on the heart of it, when you say "everybody knows your name." That doesn't require 2 years of editing, and I'd oppose stating that being an admin usually requires anything other than "more than 1 year of editing, including participation on policy and organizational discussions, and a reputation for being dependable and reasonable". I think it's fine for people to speak their minds on matters of policy and organization, as long as they don't advocate viewpoints that personally offend people and remain respectful and willing to work within consensus. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:39, 18 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think that "more than 1 year" would be an improvement on the "few months" that we've got now, and that the participation and reputation points would be helpful to people who would like to become admins. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:30, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think [[User:Ikan Kekek|you've]] nailed it perfectly with "{{tqi|it's fine for people to speak their minds on matters of policy and organization, as long as they don't advocate viewpoints that personally offend people and remain respectful and willing to work within consensus}}" – I would argue that it's we ''want'' people to have different viewpoints and healthy disagreement. I can list quite a few wikis where this is unfortunately not the case, which ends up resulting in those wikis becoming cabals (kawiki, eswikivoyage, ttwiki, anwiki...the last one was particularly egregious). That's not to say there should always be disagreement (otherwise you'll end up on the other side of the spectrum like azwiki, uzwiki or Commons), but there's a healthy level of balance that this wiki (and I guess all English-language projects) achieve quite well. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:51, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :I've been active for two years, with a few thousand edits, right in the middle range being discussed. I find picking at wikis to be much healthier than doomscrolling. Nobody has told me off on anything I've done here so far. I'm open to mundane janitorial roles that I can do for 5-20 minutes a day, 2-5 days a week. :I'm watching this discussion. I'm fine keeping on with shepherding the destinations I know and copyediting neglected pages, but if there's a need for something else, what do you all suggest for me? [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:53, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:Gerode|Gerode]] would highly recommend self-nominating yourself at [[WV:URN]]! I think you'd make for a great admin (only reason why I would slightly hesitate nominating is because I'd like to close that discussion –&nbsp;though I suppose this community doesn't really care about that so much but yk...). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:51, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:Gerode|Gerode]], I'm also inclined support you for admin. Thanks for offering! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:05, 16 June 2026 (UTC) ::::actually yk what...since I have the time rn and that RfAs feel like they take 1 million years, I'll start to get the ball rolling while I have a fair bit of spare time tonight. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:53, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::btw are there any other takers willing to become admins? [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]], [[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]], [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] perhaps? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:38, 24 July 2026 (UTC) :::I would be willing to pitch in, though I try to limit my daily activity here so I can have a life for things I enjoy. Like traveling. Cheersǃ [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 15:27, 24 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm fine RN, doing the technical stuff only, I think I wouldn't have the patience to be kind to vandals:-))) also I'm not that good with local process knowledge... If you guys are seriously understaffed, I can try it, but like Mrkstvns above, I'm trying to limit the activity here too... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:35, 24 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Is there anything you can't do at the moment, that might be useful for you? For example, does any of your technical work require you to look at deleted pages, or would being able to delete a page make you able to clean up after yourself? [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:03, 25 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Not really, in the end I think I need to improve my wiki development methods, rather than get more permissions :) Cleanup would be nice, but it's not really critical for me - I don't put sensitive stuff here. But it is annoying to see my lame-ish attempts in the logs, hopefully not too many people inspect that... :-D -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:40, 25 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm sort of in the same boat as andree. Happy to help out if you're in a jam, but I'm not sure I have the temperament for adminship... I almost never look at my watchlist and I have a habit of disappearing for months at a time. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 02:54, 25 July 2026 (UTC) *I'm an admin at Wikipedia, but I have less than 300 edits at Wikivoyage so I don't suppose it would be a good idea for me to self-nominate at WV now. Before I nominated myself for admin at WP I was a regular at [[:Wikipedia:Articles for deletion]] which helped establish myself as a potential admin. But I don't know what would be a comparable process at WV for me to participate in to that degree. [[Wikivoyage:Votes for deletion]] has had fewer nominations this whole year than [[:Wikipedia:Articles for deletion]] gets in one day, so there's much less opportunity to gain experience participating that way here. --[[User:Metropolitan90|Metropolitan90]] ([[User talk:Metropolitan90|talk]]) 03:46, 4 July 2026 (UTC) *:The upside of being a small wiki is that you'll likely come across the same Wikivoyagers a lot, so if you participate in various areas of the project, people will get to know you and your contributions should speak for themselves. As for ideas of where to contribute, keep an eye on the Pub (this page), [[WV:RFC]] and [[WV:Destination of the month]].--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 21:01, 4 July 2026 (UTC) == Trip Planner as default == Per the discussion at [[Talk:Trip_Planner#h-UI_problems-20260616201300]], it appears not entirely clear whether or not there is consensus to have the Trip Planner enabled for all users as a default. How do you all feel? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);color:#FFFFFF">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 17:10, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :Don't want to derail this but for some reason it always tells me I'm logged out when I click on it. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:55, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :: I have no issue with it being enabled for all users by default. Tripadvisor already offers its AI trip planner service right on its main page with no login required. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:08, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::Me neither – it ''should'' be something more widely available, but I think {{u|Jdlrobson}} mentioned that there was some issue with the number of API calls or something like that? (were the planner to become default for logged out users) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:12, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::So you see the top icon, it opens the small gadget - but [[Trip Planner]] shows you "If you see this message, the Trip Planner is either loading or you are logged out. This feature is only available for logged-in users (creating an account to use this feature is simple and quick)." ? Could you check browser console for any errors? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 17:37, 18 June 2026 (UTC) :::Moving this to your talk page. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 03:13, 19 June 2026 (UTC) :I have strong reservations about enabling this feature by default for anonymous readers without supporting data. In my professional experience with large-scale platforms, unvalidated features can frequently have a net-negative impact on user engagement and retention. Any decision here should be data-driven rather than consensus-driven; it is important to remember that active editors like ourselves do not represent the average reader. :Before rolling this out widely, i would highly urge you consider: :* '''Data & Instrumentation:''' What data do we have to show that general readers (e.g. not active in Travellers pub) actually want or need this feature? For users who already have access, what percentage of logged-in users have actively opted out of the gadget? How does this affect user behavior? :* '''Design & Consistency:''' The UI currently feels inconsistent with our existing design system and styling guidelines. It needs further refinement to match the visual standards of the rest of the site. :* '''Performance & Core Web Vitals:''' More critically, the implementation causes noticeable repaints and layout shifts. Because of the limitations of the gadget system, this will negatively impact our Core Web Vitals, which directly risks our search ranking and organic traffic over time. :[[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 16:50, 19 June 2026 (UTC) ::What can we do to get some usable data? ::What can we do to mitigate the SEO risks? SEO is important to this community. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:32, 19 June 2026 (UTC) :::I'm curious about 2 specifically – on one hand, yes, it does somewhat have a bit of a mildly dated look, it doesn't feel all that much different to how the listing editor used to look some years back. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:35, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::Also, Jdlrobson, did you write that list of considerations [https://imgur.com/a/eR5XgZe using AI]? I'm not accusing you of such, but I will say the text highly reads like it. If it is, I'm not sure how many of them are actual concerns – particularly the third one (how does layout shifts end up affecting SEO???). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:38, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::How does asking someone whether they used AI to voice their concerns move the conversation forward? So what if they did? You think they didn't bother to read it before posting it? This isn't article space. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:22, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Because a) using AI to write your comments for you is [[m:User:SHB2000/Synthetic nominations|plain lazy and outright rude]] (related essay, though not quite the same topic) and b) AI has the ability to hallucinate that the comment loses credibility were it to be AI-generated. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:26, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I disagree with (a) as applied generally (though I empathize with your gripe in that specific case) and re (b) if the user reads and is happy with the AI's work, then what difference does it make for a talk page comment? I don't want to derail this (again) but AI is for better or worse embedded in a lot of people's workflows these days, accusing people of using AI (on talk pages) is a waste of time and inhibits problem resolution, and in most cases we should just ''let it go''. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 13:33, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::The question was perhaps derailing but the issue is real. The AI-like style is highly disrupting, whether one used AI or not. An AI-style comment also makes readers wonder whether the content was intended or partly made up by the AI. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 16:17, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Again, my point is, what does this matter? Assuming they used AI (perhaps they did not), why is this disrupting? This is a software development question, a field where AI has proven to be extremely useful, and if they used AI to perform an analysis, well then more power to them. If we want to have a widget thrust out to the larger audience, then it should pass muster with AI. The reflexive dismissal of AI critique is akin to an ''ad hominem'' defense of any critique. Respond to the content, not the creator. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 16:28, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::This thread is not on the gadget talk page, where the technical issues should be discussed, but in the pub, and the question was whether is should be enabled by default. Thus, ordinary Wikivoyagers should be able to follow. Headings like "Data & Instrumentation", "Design & Consistency" and "Performance & Core Web Vitals" are highly disruptive when posted here. I'd hope humans would understand that. :::::::::There is no problem with somebody having an AI perform an analysis, but the results should be reported in a form suitable for the forum where they are presented. If you want to quote the AI, do so, but provide the context yourself and attribute the quote. :::::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 16:45, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::These seem like highly normal things that should be discussed here when deciding whether a software widget should be broadcast. I didn't realize the pub was a dumbed down setting. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:25, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::Yes. But those AI-like bullet headings are unneeded. What do you lose by removing them. We don't need headings in a posting of four short paragraphs. In a context where they are well-known jargon, they may help people get the right associations right away, but here they are disruptive. Am I dumb because I don't like bolded headings in a four-paragraph posting? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:44, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::I don't know what "Core Web Vitals" means. That's jargon, which should be avoided here. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:45, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::I do understand "the implementation causes noticeable repaints and layout shifts". Instead of referring to the "vitals" one could say "such issues have a negative effect on our rating". Perhaps even +"through the '[https://developers.google.com/search/docs/appearance/core-web-vitals Core Web Vitals]'" if that seems useful. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:52, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::::Eh. You can't wrap your head around "core web vitals"? Their points were fine. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 18:14, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I disagree that using "headings" (you meant the non-heading use of bold for emphasis?) is highly disruptive. I also disagree that using AI is "plain lazy and outright rude". [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:24, 20 June 2026 (UTC) ::::About "how does layout shifts end up affecting SEO?": That bullet is about performance ''and'' CWV. I think the layout shifts sentence is about degrading performance, and "the limitations of the gadget system" are about the CWV part. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:29, 20 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Perhaps we can move this part of the discussion back to [[Talk:Trip_Planner]]. I'd also love to hear what esp. the last part actually means (@[[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]]) - I'm trying to make the gadget as unobtrusive as possible, but obviously I am not CEO expert. If there's a better way to do some UI stuff, I'm all for it! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 06:54, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I've left some feedback on [[Talk:Trip_Planner]] @[[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]]. Hope it's all helpful and answers some of the questions on this thread. We can keep this technical conversation there. ::::::Regarding the AI side-chat, personally, I feel really discouraged and disappointed by this exchange. I was directly asked a question and provided my answer despite struggling to find time for my Wikivoyage commitments. I will be stepping away for a bit longer after this exchange. ::::::There is a certain irony about gatekeeping AI-assisted messages for enabling [[Talk:Trip_Planner#c-SHB2000-20260527073600-Andree.sk-20260527054600|a tool which was '''built''' with AI assistance]]. ::::::One of the more important lessons I have learned through travel is to be respectful and not to make assumptions about people's motives and intent. Note, you could be [https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2023/jul/10/programs-to-detect-ai-discriminate-against-non-native-english-speakers-shows-study discriminating] against someone who doesn't have English as a first language or unintentionally contributing to [https://mailchi.mp/e42bdf0cb0d9/5-ally-actions-aug-15-2025 gender bias]. ::::::AI is not going away any time soon, and the newer generation of contributors is more likely to be using it whether you like it or not. Perhaps prioritizing/accelerating discussion of a AI policy could be a way to get a shared understanding or what's acceptable, and eliminating misinformed and outdated biases. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 23:13, 21 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::There's also the problem of AI detectors incorrectly "detecting" AI use when the text was written by an autistic editor, and the wikis have a lot of autistic editors. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 03:55, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I for one don't mind AI-generated text (indeed esp. when the code generation is AI-assisted), as long as it represents authors opinion/ideas. I already saw it on github in discussion etc., it's probably better than no comments at all. So thanks also for your feedback, I'll for sure let my AI credits work on it! :))) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 04:51, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I am sorry that I contributed to the discouragement; I value your contributions. I might have been biased because of somebody, probably a troll, using AI style in their postings. A single AI-assisted post is no big deal, but I do think that writing what you want to say by yourself is valuable, and I don't want people in general to use AIs instead. Of course, if your English is weak or there are other special circumstances, the AI assistance might be warranted. Still, people contributing here should know English well enough to express themselves intelligible, with some follow-up questions for clarification if needed. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:32, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::My thoughts are mostly with LPfi and I too apologise if my comments seemed discouraging...but Jon, while I fully appreciate the work you do and I also don't want to further discourage you, what else were you expecting when you outsourced your reply to a computer? You're lucky that the [[User:LPfi/AI guidelines#Discussions|proposed AI guidelines]] have yet to be adopted (which would've fully prohibited that), but getting a visceral reaction to AI comments is really not something unique to Wikivoyage or most Wikimedia projects for that matter (ahem, Windows 11 and Copilot, or the common struggle of AI chatbots taking over help pages of websites). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:21, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I imagine that he was thinking that he had important ''facts'' to contribute, and that getting that information to us sooner instead of later would be appreciated. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:53, 22 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: two pieces on walking trails == * Public privately-owned spaces in New York City: https://craigmod.com/ridgeline/230/ * A new hiking trail in Japan: https://www.fieldmag.com/articles/katsuo-trail-japan-hiking-guide ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:18, 20 June 2026 (UTC) == Request for Wikivoyage Training for African and Proud Community == Hello Wikivoyage team, I kindly request for permission for a wikivoyage training for my community members at African and Proud community. [[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]] ([[User talk:Linason Blessing|talk]]) 12:26, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]]: Hey, thanks for letting the community know – do you have any page on Meta-Wiki for which community needs training? I'm a bit short on time these few weeks, but [[Wikivoyage:Tips for new contributors]] and [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, Wikipedians]] are always good places to start. If you're running an event, also see [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers]]. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:46, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]], thanks very much for the request. I wouldn't have time to do a video chat or something like that, but I'd be happy to give a short introduction in writing and answer any questions anyone has. Is there a good page for me to do that on? ::Best, ::[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:51, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::Hi, ::This is the link to the community page [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/African_%26_Proud_(AP) African and Proud] [[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]] ([[User talk:Linason Blessing|talk]]) 10:45, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::([[m:African & Proud (AP)]], in case the above link doesn't work) – btw thanks for sharing the page. I'll take a look at it when I get some spare time. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:00, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you! Would you like to start a thread on the talk page, so that people notice it? Then, I'd be happy to reply to it. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 13:58, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :The first thing to do is to improve a favorite article yourself. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:37, 22 June 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] is right. @[[User:Linason Blessing|Linason Blessing]], the best way you can learn how Wikivoyage works is to read the links [[User:SHB2000]] gave you and then edit the article about wherever you live or most like to visit and see how the rest of us respond and make further edits. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:05, 23 June 2026 (UTC) : Two pages you & your trainees should look at are [[Wikivoyage:Tips for new contributors]] & [[Wikivoyage:Africa Expedition]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 22:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) == Deployment of Legal and Safety Contacts Link in the Footer of Your Wiki == <section begin="Message"/> '''Legal & Safety Contacts''' Hello community, the Wikimedia Foundation has provided a [[wmf:Special:MyLanguage/Legal:Wikimedia Foundation Legal and Safety Contact Information|single legal and safety contact page]], to be linked in the footer of your wiki, to ensure access to accurate legal information. This is a regulatory requirement. We have already rolled out links to English, German, Italian, Spanish and other wikis and we will deploy to your wiki soon. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia_Foundation_Legal_and_Safety_Contacts_FAQ|Please read more on the project page]] and leave any comments in this thread or on the [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Talk:Wikimedia Foundation Legal and Safety Contacts FAQ|talk page]]. <section end="Message"/> -- [[User:Sannita (WMF)|User:Sannita (WMF)]] ([[User talk:Sannita (WMF)|talk]]) 13:31, 25 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:Sannita (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=User:Sannita_(WMF)/Mass_sending_test&oldid=30731267 --> :@[[User:Sannita (WMF)|Sannita (WMF)]], what kinds of web pages require these kinds of footers? Only those open to editing by all users, or at least not websites only the owner can edit? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:12, 25 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'd assume it's the MediaWiki page to edit the footer, which I'm not sure has been created on this wiki (since I can't find the name of it). <span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:48, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::You cannot locally edit the footer: it's determined by a server setting. No user of this wiki can directly edit this without server access. It will be added by WMF staffers at some point across all pages in this and other WMF wikis. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 00:30, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Understood. My question is much more general, though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 11:39, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] all [https://wikimediafoundation.org/what-we-do/wikimedia-projects/ Wikimedia projects] webpages will receive the link in the footer. –– [[User:STei (WMF)|STei (WMF)]] ([[User talk:STei (WMF)|talk]]) 12:37, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::@[[User:STei (WMF)|STei (WMF)]], I understand. What I'm asking is: Which kinds of websites are legally required to use such footers outside of Wikimedia? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 13:00, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::The WMF will not answer that question, because that might be perceived as giving legal advice. AIUI the answer is more or less "any large website that operates in Europe". AFAICT that the exact method is not prescribed, and a link to an ordinary "Contact Us" page will suffice in most cases. It has to be easy to find a way to contact the business/website operator if someone encounters a serious problem. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:06, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thanks, @[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]]. That's clear enough for me. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 15:11, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Not just the large websites, actually! See e.g. Article 5 of the EU eCommerce Directive: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2000/31/2024-02-17/eng#art_5 :::::::::But we also think this helps people get the right kind of help they need with certain issues. [[User:PBradley-WMF|PBradley-WMF]] ([[User talk:PBradley-WMF|talk]]) 11:48, 6 July 2026 (UTC) == Canadian cuisine == I wonder if this is an article worth creating given that we have quite a number of Canadian editors here. Quebec of course has its own unique cuisine, but even within English-speaking Canada, there are some regional dishes that are not easily found in other parts of the country. For instance, when I went to Vancouver, I remember this drink called the London fog (essentially an earl grey latte) was sold in virtually every coffee shop, but I did not encounter that drink at coffee shops in Toronto, which leads me to think that is a Vancouver specialty. Even the ice cream shops in Vancouver almost always have London fog as a flavour. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 17:23, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :You mean there's more to Canadian cuisine than the bland donuts and watery coffee sold by Tim Hortons? Who knew?! [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 17:49, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :I think that would be a good idea. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 02:30, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::+1 to this. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:49, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :I'm open to it, [[Canada#Eat]] isn't too big yet but it easily could be if you have a lot to add. London Fog has recently become popular across the border in Seattle too, it looks like it started north and is spreading south! [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 04:39, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::Toronto has the peameal bacon sandwich, which is a simple and hearty dish. And unfortunately I didn't get to try it, but apparently they have their own version of roti shaped by immigration of East Indians from the Caribbean. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 05:16, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::That bacon sandwich is yummy! There's a fair few BC regional foods that could be mentioned: salmon in general but particularly sockeye, albacore tuna, spot prawns, california and BC sushi rolls, Nanaimo bars, Okanagan wine, peaches, cherries... Canada has also invented a bunch of ice cream and potato chip flavours that are unheard of or usual elsewhere. Moon mist or tiger tail, anyone? How about some all-dressed Ruffles? Good suggestion for an article.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 07:11, 26 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Consider what cuisine content is best placed in Canada/Eat, or might be better developed on a regional or city page and cross-referenced. Perhaps readers would benefit more from signposting of content that’s already there, than from a new stand-alone page. The fast-food chains certainly need a brief mention: on a long drive, Timmie’s could literally be a life-saver. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 07:16, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Certainly valid counterpoints. There's already a [[Fast food in the United States and Canada]], though that looks overlong to me and not sure how useful it really is for the driving situation you mention.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 07:23, 26 June 2026 (UTC) :I think it's definitely worth creating. I loved the food when I spent some time in Ontario a few years ago. It's probably one of the most under-rated cuisine out there. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 17:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) {{outdent}} Canadian food is not just fast food though. The ethnic restaurants in Toronto and Vancouver are also sources of innovation where you can find locally adapted dishes. Vancouver has its own style of sushi called the B.C. roll for instance, and even the California roll originated in Vancouver, not California. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 02:19, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :[https://www.printmag.com/sva-branding-100-days-2/drawn-to-canada-100-days-by-lynne-rennie/ This art project] refers to several distinctively Canadian foods. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:53, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == New travel topic or "Cope" article? == {{ping|DumagueteAAMeetings}} has added info on Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in the Dumaguete article & those edits have been reverted. See [[User talk:DumagueteAAMeetings]] for discussion. In my view the reversions make sense; this is not really travel information. On the other hand I've seen both expats & tourists in Duma who, judging by the amounts they imbibe, might benefit from AA. Should we have a general article on finding various services abroad? We do have some info on other services; for example there is info on schools at [[Working_abroad#Children]] & this under [[Retiring_abroad#Financial_matters]] : If you have children who are still of school age when you retire, the need to educate them may affect both your budget and your choice of destination. There are international schools in many places, mainly for the children of expatriate employees of government and large corporations. These are usually quite good but they are not available in all destinations and they tend to be very expensive; most parents do not care because an employer foots the bill, and the employers do not care much since it is a necessary business expense. There is a directory at [http://www.cois.org Council of International Schools]. Some of this involves duplication & much of it might apply in other articles. Should we centralise it in one place? I'm inclined to think not because we do not want to become a yellow pages & to some extent this is [[Captain Obvious]]; if you need AA somewhere, check the AA web site. Also it would be tricky to define a scope for such an article, useful but not cluttered. Other opinions? [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :Does the scope of Wikivoyage extend to ex-pats or just to travellers? [[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 20:24, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::While most of the travel guide is written with "I am visiting <var>place</var> for a short period", we do have longer-term pieces like [[Expat taxation in Europe]], [[Retiring abroad]], and [[Working abroad]], which aren't really about vacations. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 20:28, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :I agree. Maybe it can merit a passing mention, but the nature of Wikivoyage doesn't really orient towards expats beyond the topic articles mentioned by Justin. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:34, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :I'm torn on this, because travellers do need AA meetings, including short-term travellers. However, I also think that Pashely is correct: if you need AA somewhere, you probably already know that you can check the AA website. It might be good to provide some information in a more general way, possibly as a section in [[Alcoholic beverages]]. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:31, 28 June 2026 (UTC) : The question of scope has been extensively discussed before; see [[Wikivoyage_talk:What_is_an_article?/Archive_2003-2013#Scope]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 11:19, 29 June 2026 (UTC) ::This is where I'm at too. Putting all our AA details at the bottom of the [[Alcoholic beverages]] article that's otherwise about enjoying alcohol is problematic, but I think an article like [[Sobriety abroad]] would be in scope for WV, and would be easy to link to from party destinations. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:16, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::I think we could very well have a paragraph on the addiction issues and a link to [https://aa.org AA.org] (with a note on finding the links to local associations). We already have quite extensive Stay safe, Stay healthy, Respect and Stay legal sections – and I don't think "all our AA details" amounts to more than a few sentences. We don't need to pretend that enjoying alcohol is unproblematic. You don't need to think about those sections when reading the rest of the article, but they should indeed be there, like Stay safe sections on mountaineering and water sports. Of course, if the travel topic gets written, most content on sobriety can be offloaded to there. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:00, 29 June 2026 (UTC) == "My Travel Map" is a privacy nightmare == It looks like we introduced [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker]] in April, which appears via "My Travel Map" in the user menu at top right. I clicked and tried it out, only to realize too late that it logs a public edit with my choices. Given how some countries have been known to ban travelers who have visited other countries with which they have disputes, this seems like exceptionally bad information to be making public. And it's far worse when there is no warning whatsoever to users that the information is going to be logged publicly (in contrast to what they might expect for a similar feature on any other site). Sorry to be [[#Trip_Planner_as_default|going on a rampage]] through all the Wikivoyage gadgets recently, but given the Wikimedia movement's focus on privacy, I think we ought to disable the gadget as a default unless this can be fixed. There needs to <em>at minimum</em> be a prominent warning, but even with that some users may gloss over it or not fully realize the privacy implications. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 23:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :In much smaller issues, my other suggestions from having tried the feature: :* There should be a link to the documentation/feedback page; the only way I found [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker]] was by noticing the edit history, and it took a bit. :* The outlines around the countries include the countries' water territory, which makes many look like blobs. I would use the land territory only. :Cheers, <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 23:35, 27 June 2026 (UTC) :IMO, I don't think it's an unreasonable assumption, if you're editing a wiki, that if you're going to hit the publish changes button, it probably ''will'' be published on-wiki. Though I see xaos has fixed this in [[Special:Diff/216812]] and probably agree it could do with a better warning (which I'll do once I have my second factor with me). :On the other hand, regarding "some countries have been known to ban travelers who have visited other countries with which they have disputes" – how many countries still do this nowadays for this to be a concern? The only one I'm aware of is several MENA countries (mainly Lebanon and Syria) banning people with Israeli stamps or visas, but that's really hard to enforce nowadays. Serbia only [[:File:Kosovo stamp annulled by Serbia2.jpg|annuals Kosovo]] stamps (but they don't outright prohibit you), and Azerbaijan only does so if you have Artsakh stamps (which are no longer a thing since the country doesn't exist anymore). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:31, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::I wouldn't recommend trying to get into the U.S., nowadays, with stamps from Iran, North Korea, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 00:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::Iran and NK thankfully don't give passport stamps anymore (though iirc visiting there does invalidate your visa waiver eligibility?). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:50, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::American here: I can't in good conscience recommend that anyone come to the United States now, until we decide that we just don't like fascism that much. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 01:18, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::{{tq|I don't think it's an unreasonable assumption, if you're editing a wiki, that if you're going to hit the publish changes button, it probably will be published on-wiki}} This is a reasonable assumption for people who know how wikis work, so you could argue that I should have known better. But non-editors [https://lawsofux.com/jakobs-law/ expect] our site to work the same as other sites on the internet, in which a feature like that would be private. They likely don't realize that interacting with the gadget and saving their map results in an edit at all, let alone that the edit would be public. ::Doing some spot checks, many of the users of the gadget {{plain link|1=https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap&limit=500 have <30 edits}}. In addition to whatever we decide here, we owe all of them a talk page message explaining that their map is public and how to oversight it if they don't want it to be. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 03:15, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::"{{tq|But non-editors expect our site to work the same as other sites on the internet, in which a feature like that would be private. They likely don't realize that interacting with the gadget and saving their map results in an edit at all}}" – this feature being public isn't unique to Wikivoyage either. Both [https://www.jetpunk.com/ Jetpunk] and [https://cmoreira.net/visited-countries-map/ this feature from cmoreira] (the two most prominent web country trackers on the web that I've seen people actually use widespread), also have this public. This is really not something unique to Wikivoyage. And quite frankly the privacy concerns are massively overblown – where you've visited doesn't tell all that much (and isn't PII by any means to warrant OS). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:09, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I haven't looked at Jetpunk, but for cmoreira, it looks like it's public only in the sense that it generates a URL you can share. But there's no realistic way to access a URL unless you share it, and it's not tied to an account that might be under your name/have other edits, which makes it a totally different situation. In general, on the internet, features where you just "save" something (as opposed to "posting") are assumed to be private. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 04:15, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Just because the internet normalises something doesn't necessarily mean it's a privacy issue on a venue where things work differently (especially on public wikis where almost everything is public and visible). Do we then ban userpages because someone someone might think it's private? What makes this different from quite frankly any userspace page? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:19, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::Can we change the button from "Save changes" to "Publish changes"? ::::::If you save your map, there isn't the caution that appears next normal text edits: "By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use, and you irrevocably agree to release your contribution under the CC-BY-SA 4.0 License. You agree that a hyperlink or URL is sufficient attribution under the Creative Commons license." This should probably also be added. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 09:50, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::Done (though we use 3.0, not 4.0). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:05, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thanks. ::::::::I think we have an inconsistency in our license text - the bottom of a page says 3.0, but the warning when you edit says 4.0. When I have more time I will investigate further. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 11:39, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree that there's privacy concern, but it's vastly overblown. We have the [[:commons:Commons:Mobile app|Commons app]] which reveals an editor's precise date, time and location in metadata whenever they upload a photo. That is far more precise than an editor self-selecting the list of countries on the travel map which may or may not be accurate, and the travel occurred at some unspecified time in the past. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 14:39, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I think that's more an inditement of the privacy issues with Commons than it is a defense of My Travel Map — I distinctly recall realizing that I had accidentally revealed my then-home address through a Commons upload and having to have it OSed. But the key difference to me is that, by uploading a file to Commons, there is a clear understanding that a user is publishing information publicly, whereas for My Travel Map there was no indication of that. :::::The {{tq|By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use, and you irrevocably agree to release your contribution under the CC-BY-SA 3.0 License.}} text that {{u|Xaosflux}} [[Special:Diff/5299474|added]] doesn't really help much — it's legalese that already appeared in the grey box, now just copied and made larger/italicized. I'd prefer to see a more plain-language disclaimer along the lines of {{tq|Your edits to your map are public and will be permanently associated with your account.}} That might scare off some users, but, well, it ought to. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 19:57, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::@[[User:Sdkb|Sdkb]] I'm pretty sure I went through the workflow that allowed creating a revision without ever getting the terms of use before. Are you sure this is redundant? [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:20, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::Hmm, this does seem redundant now - let me check, I certainly did NOT try to make it redundant. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:22, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::OK, it seems that someone else added the "redundant" version, see [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=MediaWiki%3AGadget-TravelTracker.js&diff=5299659&oldid=5299474 here]. It certainly does not need the TOS/Copyright twice. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 20:24, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Ah, sorry I flipped the timeline. Using small text/gray for the legal notice seems preferable, so I'd be inclined to change the spot where you added to the text I proposed above. Thoughts on that? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 16:34, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::@[[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] (or @[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]], as you propose a similar thing below), seeing no objections, could you implement? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 14:58, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::@[[User:Sdkb|Sdkb]] I removed the duplicate disclaimer, and updated the remaining one to match CC-BY-SA-4 as used on the rest of the site. [[User:Xaosflux|Xaosflux]] ([[User talk:Xaosflux|talk]]) 12:43, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Would it make sense to add the extension https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:DeleteUserPages here, so that users could remove their pages (I guess including history)? I would welcome this... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 08:44, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::I've not been a fan of that extension for two reasons: a) user talk pages are almost never deleted on Wikivoyage, not even on user request (unless it has OS material), and having this extension prevents someone actually familiar with policies double checking; b) this allows banned or blocked users to delete their own userpages with nothing stopping them. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:07, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::It would solve the current topic - plus I don't see why we should force users to keep their userpages around. I would expect the admins can still access the content? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 12:31, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ===Message to affected users=== Here is a draft of a [[Special:MassMessage|MassMessage]] that could be sent to the [[Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap|151 affected users]]: Heading: {{tq|Your privacy and use of the Travel Tracker}} Message: {{talk quote|1=In April, Wikivoyage introduced the [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker|Travel Tracker]] (also known as "My Travel Map") in the user menu at top right. It has recently [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#"My_Travel_Map"_is_a_privacy_nightmare|come to our attention]] that the initial version of the tool did not make clear that maps created through it are public and are associated with your account. You are among the users who used the tool and [[Special:MyPage/Visited|published]] a map. If you wish to have your map deleted, you may do so by [[Special:EmailUser/Wikimedia_Stewards_(Oversight)|emailing a request for oversight]]. We apologize for this matter.}} How does that sound? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 20:20, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :I oppose a massmessage – this is an overblown concern for something that was pretty obvious for a wiki. And once again, I fail to see how this constitutes as PII. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:08, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::A massmessage is ok as the initial version of the tool was misleading, but I don't think that oversight is required. "If you wish to have your map deleted, use the Edit tab on the map page and add <nowiki> {{speedy}} </nowiki>." [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:50, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::This quite frankly isn't an appropriate use of massmessage and I would argue a massmessage like this needs broader discussion and consensus. I still fail to see how the tool was misleading (this is a wiki – ''anyone'' should know that almost nothing is "private" on a wiki) or even how this is a privacy concern beyond the very [[Wikivoyage:Travellers'_pub#c-Sdkb-20260627233300-"My_Travel_Map"_is_a_privacy_nightmare|obvious fearmongering]] for concerns that are almost non-existent in today's world. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:57, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::The point is that not everything you do is publicly logged. We don't publicly log the pages you visit, for one. Some tools save their data on the user's computer, and this could very well have worked that way. I don't buy that privacy isn't a concern because this is a wiki. Rather the opposite – the WMF sites respect privacy much more than most other sites, which raises expectations. And the map really is problematic if you didn't intend to do that info public. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 23:06, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::None of this answered any of my points of how this is a privacy concern. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:41, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::{{tq|''anyone'' should know that almost nothing is "private" on a wiki}} I think you vastly overestimate how informed most internet users are — if you asked the average person on the street what a wiki <em>is</em>, I think you'd get answers like "a shorthand for Wikipedia". New users on Wikipedia quite often do not realize that their contribution history is logged. ::::And there's a difference between knowing that most edits on a wiki are public and realizing that this particular feature that might be private on a typical website is public plus connecting that mentally to a privacy concern. Remember, I didn't start this thread because of a hypothetical; I initially failed to make that last connection myself. If you'd asked me before I used the tool whether it would make a public edit, I'd probably have guessed yes, but without that prompt I tried out the feature before I realized "oh, that probably made an edit publishing personal info." If that's my experience as someone with 80,000 edits, I don't think it's at all safe to assume that a user with 10 edits will think better. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 00:47, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Okay but you still haven’t answered how this is a legitimate privacy concern. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 03:14, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::It's rare that any one piece of information alone creates a privacy risk, but when you combine a list of countries someone has traveled to with other info they might have disclosed on-wiki (voluntarily or accidentally), there are risks. I don't want to get too detailed per [[w:WP:BEANS]]. Also, different users have different thresholds for how much they're willing to disclose. It's better to be safe than sorry, so we should err on the side of informing the affected users so that they can decide for themselves whether to leave their map up or not. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 03:50, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::One thing is telling about one's visits to 'suspect' countries to border authorities of countries like the US (that was the original worry above), another that a travel map may tell the real identity of an anonymous account to those knowing them IRL. I assume there are more. :::::::The message in itself has the issue that telling that there is a possible privacy issue makes exploiting the breach more likely. Somebody else may notice the message before the user themself does, somebody who might not have known about it formerly. :::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:14, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::If you've been to certain suspect countries that the US lists, that invalidates your ESTA, meaning you'd need to notify US authorities before getting a visa anyway. Openly listing where you've been doesn't really change that. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:43, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::Sdkb: "I don't want to get too detailed per w:WP:BEANS" – unless you actually explain what it is, I really don't buy your concerns. If you disclose personal info about yourself on-wiki, that's really on you; there's only so much babysitting the community can do (for things you disclosed yourself). And even then, where in the world does such a map even create a privacy and/or security risk? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:46, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::It does not appear that you are going to be persuaded (and I should note for anyone unaware that you are the gadget's author, if I'm reading the history correctly). It appears that the prevailing consensus in this subthread is supportive of a message, although I'd like to hear from a few more editors to make it clearer. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 16:37, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::A consensus is when a general opinion has been reached. Whether I'm the gadget's author or not is irrelevant. Every time I ask you what the specific "security" risk is, you either deflect the point completely (with some fearmongering and info that no longer holds true), or completely refuse to answer. Until that has actually been properly answered, that is not a consensus. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:23, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::SHB, I'd say that "If you <u>knowingly</u> disclose personal info about yourself on-wiki, that's really on you". If you disclose it because you didn't understand that it would be public, then that's really on the people who created a tool that doesn't adequately explain what happens to the data. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:38, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::That statement was regarding "with '''other info''' they might have disclosed on-wiki (voluntarily or accidentally)" (emphasis mine), which has nothing to do with the tool – I still stand by that statement, because the responsibility of disclosing info about yourself (in places like userpages and comments) ''is'' absolutely on you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:27, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::"Combined with". Of course the tool is relevant, if it adds the missing pieces. If I tell secrets about myself anonymously somewhere and the tool allows connecting them to me, that's a problem, as is if I have disclosed my identity, and the tool discloses the destinations I wish to keep secret. ::::::::::Our difference of views boils down to whether people using the tool should understand that their usage is public, and whether their possible failure of doing so is none of our business. The former is about how much people actually understand (we think you overestimate that), the latter about one's responsibility when handing over a loaded gun, and is a more ethical question. ::::::::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:45, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::I think you perfectly said it yourself: "''if'' it adds the missing pieces" – the keyword being "if". However, in almost all cases, where you've visited isn't useful info to piece whom your identity is – in the rare instance (which I'd put it at under 1%) half your map is shaded, it ''might'' reveal what you do for a living, but in the vast majority of cases it's useless. I would argue that your edit history on-wiki (particularly the destinations you edit) tell much more personally identifiable information than what the travel tracker can ever piece about you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:41, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I think Sdkb is correct about editors overestimating what the public understands about WMF-hosted wikis. There's an edit button right there on the page, but most people are surprised and distressed when they're told that literally anyone can use that button. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:36, 8 July 2026 (UTC) *'''Request to implement''': Despite the objections of one editor, there appears to be consensus to send this message, and I think arguing further with that one editor would be a poor use of editorial resources. Admins have the permission to use MassMessage; could someone please do so? <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 14:56, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *:So far only two users in this thread has agreed explicitly for a massmessage, and this is not what massmessages are used for on this site. That's not consensus on this site ([[Wikivoyage:Consensus#Status quo bias|status quo bias]] applies). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:42, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *::I'll add my voice to the consensus: I think a mass message is a good idea. Users should be informed that the tool may have published their information without them realizing it. No opinion on whether to use the oversight functionality. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 23:55, 12 July 2026 (UTC) *:::One problem is that people reading the user talk but not the Pub get to know that the user has disclosed some information, which may not be obvious. I would recommend not to say 'You are among the users…' – the user probably knows already. Still, direct the message to the affected users. As it may not be clear where the page is, one could link it with a Special:My… construct (showing a redlink to the other person). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:54, 13 July 2026 (UTC) *::::Ignoring that this isn't what massmessages are used for, and that this doesn't constitute PII under the [[m:OS policy|oversight policy]] (i.e. not a valid use of OS-1). If I may suggest: <nowiki>You are receiving this message as you are [[Special:WhatLinksHere/Template:VisitedMap|one of the users]] who used the [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker|Travel Tracker]] prior to July 2026. [line break] Previously, the tool did not make explicitly clear that the map in question will be public and visible to everyone (this has now been rectified). If this is a concern, you may request deletion (button found on the [[Special:MyPage/Visited#bottom|bottom right]]); if this doesn't concern you, you do not need to do anything. --~~~~</nowiki>. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:07, 13 July 2026 (UTC) *:::::Do not include a link to [[Special:WhatLinksHere]]. That gives them a list of other users, which is (a) irrelevant to the message and (b) increases the harm done to the (few?) people who are concerned about their information being publicly visible to anyone on the internet. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:35, 15 July 2026 (UTC) *::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]], I consider that a friendly amendment. Feel free to adjust and send it out. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 18:23, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ===What are the actual privacy/security concerns behind the Travel Tracker=== Since this is something Sdkb has repeatedly dodged or refused to answer, I'm creating a separate subthread for this: what are the privacy and/or security concerns behind publishing a map of where you've been on-wiki? So far, nobody in this thread, and I mean absolutely nobody, has managed to find a legitimate concern that still applies in 2026. This ''needs'' to be answered for, without blatant fearmongering (saying "I won't answer because BEANS" also counts as such); otherwise, the proposed mass message has no bearing. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:49, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :Several editors have already discussed this with you above. Just since you have chosen not to [[w:WP:IDHT|listen]] does not change that. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 01:23, 9 July 2026 (UTC) ::And all of them are things are not concerns in 2026. ''You'' are the one who once again has repeatedly failed to answer my question. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 01:25, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::So you mean that everything is public anyway, so disclosure is just disclosure of non-secrets? That might be true to some extent, but I don't think there is any general consensus on our already living in [[:w:Nineteen Eighty-Four|1984]]. To the extent the issue is relevant, you should specify what info you think cannot be kept secret. Also, from whom you cannot keep it secret matters, and whether those parties actually already know it or just have the ability to figure it out. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:54, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :Shb, I'd like you to think about this from a different POV, namely that your personal information should be controlled by you. You should have the freedom to disclose it, and the freedom to not disclose it. Exercising that freedom requires knowing what happens to your information in the gadget. It should be ''your choice''. If you think it's private but it's actually public, then that's not ''your choice''; that's the creator's/designer's choice. :For example, when ChatGPT made people's chatbot discussions public without them understanding what was happening,[https://www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/hotforsecurity/your-shared-chatgpt-chats-may-be-publicly-searchable-heres-how-to-delete-them][https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/31/your-public-chatgpt-queries-are-getting-indexed-by-google-and-other-search-engines/] that was a privacy problem that wasn't their choice. :We don't want something similar happening here. It doesn't matter if, e.g., some country is [https://aboutblaw.com/biDF checking people's social media accounts and using that information to deny visas]. What matters is that people should be able to make their choice freely. And that means clearly informing them that it will be public to the whole world. :The solution is simple enough: Change the line that says "Select the countries/territories you have visited below to generate your personalised map. Make sure to hit the "publish changes" button to generate and publish your map." and add something like "This will be posted publicly so anyone can see it." We can talk about the best wording, but all it needs is a sentence to warn people. :(Additionally, the "By clicking the "Publish changes" button, you agree to the Terms of use" sentence appears twice, and it's supposed to have links to the TOU page and to the CC-BY-SA license.) [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:42, 10 July 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]]: btw {{done}} your solution – both the ToU and CC-BY-SA are also linked. I've also added a "request deletion" button at the bottom, which solves the first sentence of yours. I think that solves the issues you mention. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:36, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::Thanks. That's a big improvement. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:09, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::(also just as a side note, the example for the US DS-160 forms you mention very thankfully don't include Wikimedia platforms...which I guess does prove my point earlier that no country actually forbids you from visiting just based on a map of where you've visited) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:48, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == Deprecation of Event namespace == Since we don't use the Event namespace anymore as we host events on mainspace, I guess we should deprecate this namespace. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 10:01, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :{{support}} Not only do we not use it now, there are no pages here in the [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:AllPages?from=&to=&namespace=1728 Event] or [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:AllPages?from=&to=&namespace=1729 Event talk] spaces. I suggest having it removed via [[:phab:]] to keep from someone making errant and unneeded pages. If, for some reason, we want it back, we can place another request at [[:phab:]]. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:22, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :: I have reservations. If we're doing in-person editing event on Wikivoyage, we should have access to it. I don't know how long a phab request is fulfilled, but if it takes more than a week then it can be problematic to organizers. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 19:43, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::: Not to be confused with [[Events]], which in English is up to date but in Japanese is hollow. The Esperanto version continues to list meetings for that community, I wonder if that's in the right place. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 21:12, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :::I have similar reservations as Ohana here. I don't think it hurts to keep it in the odd scenario it becomes useful. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:39, 28 June 2026 (UTC) == UncategorizedPages does not show latest results == {{tracked|T430587}} [[Special:UncategorizedPages]] does not show latest results. It returns only the results as of 10 May 2026. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 10:06, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :Sometimes, these reports on the server side don't load. As I recall, they should run weekly or maybe every two weeks, so I think the solution if one is stalled here is to post to [[:phab:]]. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 14:20, 28 June 2026 (UTC) ::It's [[phab:T430587]] now. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 23:05, 29 June 2026 (UTC) :{{ping|Koavf|WhatamIdoing}} It's not just [[Special:UncategorizedPages]]. Seems like all special pages in [[Special:SpecialPages]] are affected by this. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 14:22, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::It won't be all of them (since that includes, e.g., [[Special:Watchlist]] and [[Special:RecentChanges]], and those are working). Which other pages did you look at? [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 00:18, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::[[Special:BrokenRedirects]] also seems to be working just fine. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:47, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::No, that one is stuck at 10 May, at least on my account. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:29, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::When I go to [[Special:BrokenRedirects]], it says "The following data is cached, and was last updated 05:52, 10 May 2026" at the top of the page. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:39, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Huh, I stand corrected then. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:27, 8 July 2026 (UTC) :This has been fixed. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 02:12, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == PartOfEvent == To avoid the false positives at [[WV:Maintenance panel]], I have created an experimental template {{tl|PartOfEvent}} for events [[Los Angeles 2028]] and [[2026 FIFA World Cup]]. Since discussion is required for creating templates, I'm informing this in a pub. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 18:38, 29 June 2026 (UTC) :After using {{tl|PartOfEvent}} for those two articles, the number of articles using {{tl|PartOfTopic}} has reduced to 1242 from 1244. Whereas the number of actual travel topics is 1242. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 18:42, 29 June 2026 (UTC) == Abolishing the sleep section in station articles == I know station articles, and the concept is fairly new; I suspect station articles have sleep sections simply because it's standard on all other types of articles. However, I propose we eliminate that section simply based on the fact that almost no train station will have a hotel inside the station, and keeping the section will likely end up with almost all station articles saying "see xyz district article for accommodation". In the rare instance that a train station does have a hotel inside it, I suppose it could be added, but those should be the exception, not the norm. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:49, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :Right. I recall there is or was a hotel in the St. Pancras Station in London, but that's an exception for most of the world. Isn't it extremely common for there to be rest houses in Indian train stations, though? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:55, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::I'm not actually too sure – I've never taken trains in India to know. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:26, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::There are "retiring rooms" in many Indian stations, which are basically rest houses. Otherwise, only a handful of stations have IRCTC-run rail hotels. So, instead of outright abolishing the "Sleep" section, I suggest merging it to "Wait" or "Cope". '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:54, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::The section can be made optional. If the station itself has a hotel, "retiring rooms" or similar facilities, the article can have a Sleep section. --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 12:05, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, that's the situation of many Indian stations. In many cases, the station itself contains a dormitory, a "retiring room", or an IRCTC-run hotel. However, I think they should be listed in the station article instead of the corresponding city or district article if the facility is used mainly by rail passengers. If the hotel is also popular among non-passengers, then it would get listed in the corresponding city or district, with a blurb about it in the station article. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 12:12, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::::The [[Wikivoyage:Station article template|Station article template]] says: :::::: 'Where can you sleep/nap/rest inside the station, including on chairs and benches. How comfortable will you be, and will you get in trouble if you stretch out or stay too long. :::::: Hotel options on or connected to the station, and an overview of nearby neighborhoods offering hotel accommodation. If the station is adjacent to a well-defined neighborhood and travellers can easily find hotels from that district article, link to it. However, stations are often not close to anything, and the station article may be the best place to list a few hotels (ones whose defining feature is "being close to the station").' :::::Isn't that good advice? Except that I don't think we should say that stations often aren't close to anything. In Europe train stations are usually in the centre – if they weren't when the station was built, they are now, because of city growth – and bus stations are often connected to them. :::::I think a Sleep section telling where to take a nap and linking the district for accommodation is no problem. The latter is kind of redundant if Understand links the neighbourhood. as it should, but still no problem. Leaving out the rest options because of Sleep is missing is worse. And it is sad if the adjacent [[Grand old hotels|Grand Old Hotel]] isn't pointed out. :::::(I'll tweak the advice in the template.) :::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:03, 30 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::I agree with {{u|LPfi}} that the information that the template says we should use is useful for travellers. ::::::Regarding stations being close to anything, purpose-built high-speed stations in China and France are often in the comparative middle of nowhere (though usually connected to somewhere by a further train or bus), while a lot of 'city' stations in North America are placed out in the suburbs and may or may not have onward transport options.--[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 20:36, 30 June 2026 (UTC) :::::::I agree. But in my experience, stations in the middle of nowhere are usually relatively small and not that complex, so I doubt very many of them would merit standalone articles. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 04:39, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::btw @[[User:Mx. Granger|Mx. Granger]] I take it you're referring to North American stations, not Chinese stations, right? Not that I've ever been to China to see for myself but from photos I've seen and from some friends' experiences a lot of HSR stations are designed like airports (which to me seem article-worthy). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:39, 1 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::I'm thinking of stations like [[w:Guangmingcheng railway station|Guangmingcheng railway station]] in the outskirts of Shenzhen, a high-speed rail station which is nowhere near the complexity of major Chinese stations. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 14:18, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::Okay yeah having looked at that WP article that doesn't seem anywhere near complex enough to warrant a separate article. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:09, 2 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::<small>(comment was written at 22:00 30 June but not saved)</small> I don't think most city stations of North America stations would qualify for a station article tbh. Even then, those in China tend to be rather exceptions, not the norm (and in places like the [[Laos–China Railway|LCR in Laos]] you're unlikely to find accommodation in those middle of nowhere stations). <span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:31, 1 July 2026 (UTC) :I think that the section should be optional. I think also that the section should be hemi-demi-semi-encouraged, specifically with this question in mind: If the train/bus limps in to the station, behind schedule and in need of repairs, and everyone's ordered off until the needed repairs can be effected, what's the traveller to do? "Hotel across the street" or "No hotel for 20 miles" would be useful information if you're unexpectedly stuck there. I'd similarly suggest that a note about the nearest hospital would be appropriate. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 15:34, 1 July 2026 (UTC) ::Okay, so stations vary greatly, therefore the page format should be flexible. But IMO one essential is that travel-critical info should appear on the main city page not be squirreled away on a "station" page (not a problem if there's cross-referencing to avoid duplicate listing). Ditto for negative info, such as the absence of some facility you'd expect to find there. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 21:13, 2 July 2026 (UTC) :::For hotels usable to those not using the station, such as those mentioned in [[London St Pancras International#Sleep]], the main listings should be in the city or district article (I think the linked Sleep section is a good example on how to do this; I don't know why Camden isn't linked, but it has a link in the Nearby section just below). :::If the station really isn't near anything, the listings could be in the station article. In that case I think a single sentence in the city or district article's Sleep, linking to the station article's Sleep, would be a best practice – not necessarily useful for most city visitors, but a way to make sure the main listings are findable. :::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:55, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I think it should be optional, just in case the station itself has a hotel. Like Tokyo Railway Station is home to Tokyo Station Hotel, and the railway stations in Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore originally opened with hotels in them. But that said, quite a number of train stations were originally built with adjacent hotels specifically to serve railway passengers; many Canadian and British cities have this, for instance. Should they be included? [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 23:08, 4 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Where they're still hotels (a lot in the UK aren't anymore) and still near stations (a lot in Canada aren't anymore), they should be listed, but as Granger pointed out, remember most of those stations don't need their own article. In fact, I'd estimate the only stations in those two countries complex enough that they might need articles are [[London St Pancras]] and Toronto Union. [[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 02:08, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::If I recall correctly, quite a number of the ones in London are still hotels. They were built back when most railways in the UK were run by private companies, and each company built its own station with an accompanying hotel. [[User:The dog2|The dog2]] ([[User talk:The dog2|talk]]) 04:52, 5 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::I think telling whether there are hotels in the neighbourhood or ones in easy reach by public transport, and where to look for them (the district article, mostly) is worthwhile regardless of actual railway hotels. No need to have the traveller click to the district article to try to figure whether any of the listings there is viable. Also whether there is some place to rest for shorter times is valuable. :::::::What is the problem with a short Sleep section stating "There are hotels nearby, listed in [[London/Camden]]. For shorter rests, your best option is to buy something at the café, as the benches are usually taken" (fictive example, Saint Pancras has more text) or "There are no good resting spots in or near the station. The most convenient hotels are those in the centre, as transport elsewhere is convoluted". –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:37, 8 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]]: sorry, I missed your comment earlier. It might just be my bias, but to me seeing "x station has no hotels – see y district for nearby hotels" feels like it gets repetitive, especially if hotels within stations aren't the norm. Perhaps maybe then it should be left optional for outline and usable articles, but mandatory for guide and star articles? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:22, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::It gets repetitive if its common across station articles and you read a lot of them. On the other hand, repetitiveness isn't that bad: such a sentence is easy not to use brain power on, like the "X is a town in northern Y". If you are interested in a specific station, it doesn't get repetitive. If there is a little more content, such as in my examples above, it is valuable information. Content in the section could be optional for usable, but the heading should still be there, for somebody to add that info. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:50, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I think that for most stations, there is more to say than "for accommodation, see [surrounding district]". If they aren't railway hotels and the district is in the city outskirts, I doubt that transport to them, in most cases, is straight forward. As the district probably is large, it is likely that some hotels are more easily reached from the station, with lines that aren't necessarily highlighted in the district article (they may be marginal for those not using the hotel ''and'' the station). It may also be good to point out hotel areas that are quite far away but along good communications from the station. And then we have the quick rest scenarios. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:58, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::I think that for the vast majority of stations complex enough to merit articles (which is mostly continental Europe and parts of East Asia), stations tend to be in city centres where the district will be small in area. To me it feels more intuitive to explain that in the lede. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:17, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::The current station articles: ::::::::::::* See Wikivoyage's Melbourne CBD article for information about hotels near Southern Cross. Plenty are within walking distance, or at the very least, within Melbourne CBD's Free Tram Zone. [OK – actual info] ::::::::::::* See Brussels/Molenbeek and surroundings for surrounding accommodation. [default wording, it seems – one hotel is by the station, the others a kilometre or so away] ::::::::::::* There are no hotels within the station, but there are some on Europaplatz and Washingtonplatz. See City West § Sleep and Mitte § Sleep for individual listings nearby. [the recommended districts are the adjacent ones, not the one with the station; the maps are too crowded for one to see the station] ::::::::::::* [just a listing, for a hotel in the station] ::::::::::::* [no Sleep, the district not told] ::::::::::::* Sleeping in the station is discouraged. Even if some parts of the station are open around the clock, the seating areas are closed off during night-time. [the station is in the centre, which has hotels] ::::::::::::* There is ample accommodation in the general area. See Zurich § Sleep. [OK; this is useful] ::::::::::::I think these Sleep sections are useful in the cases where they are written to be so, even if all of these seem to be in the city centres. The generic wording would be less useful, but I agree that the Understand should tell where the station is, and in what district, as told in the template. [[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 14:38, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] hmm actually yeah maybe I'm convinced now. Appreciate putting it all together. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:08, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::I wonder if, instead of "x station has no hotels – see y district for nearby hotels", we'd prefer something like "The nearest hotels are in [link] and [link]." [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:12, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::Definitely is an improvement. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:08, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::Yes. Few people would expect there to be a hotel in the station building, so the lack of one doesn't need to be told. I added to/tweaked [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid#Sleep]] and [[Stockholm Central Station#Sleep]], which now are about what I'd expect, alongside Melbourne Southern Cross, Berlin Hbf, Zürich HB and Pancras. The Indian ones need more info. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:23, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::Just saw your additions to both articles – those are awesome! I know I was the one who proposed that we abolish this section, but now I'm somewhat convinced to keep it as-is. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:09, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::::I think it's a good idea to keep it for stations where the accomodation is actually in the station, but it's not needed for stations where it isn't located in the station. In Sydney there used to be a YHA hostel that was in Railway Square which was part of Sydney Central station, but it's currently closed while the Atlassian skyscraper is being built and will move there. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 10:01, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ===Summarising this discussion=== It seems over the course of this discussion, two main arguments have emerged: * Sleep sections ''shouldn't'' be mandatory, as most stations will not have hotels or accommodation within the station. Thus, it can be assumed that if a station article doesn't have a Sleep section, there will be no accommodation. Because no station accommodation is the default, not the exception, it will become repetitive. * Sleep sections ''should'' be mandatory, as even though they might not be the standard, it can be useful to point out which district the station is in and where all the nearby accommodation is (even if it's mentioned earlier in the article). Major stations (mostly HSR) in the middle of fields or on the outskirts (mainly in France or China) are unlikely to merit their own articles where this would be a concern. I was mostly in the former camp, but {{u|LPfi}}'s points have strongly convinced me into the latter camp. Curious to hear other opinions, especially after LPfi's last few points. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:45, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't feel like either option is a fair representation of my view, and I believe my view is fairly common. I'd summarize it this way: :* Sleep sections are ''optional''. If the station contains or is immediately adjacent to a hotel or accommodation, it should be listed. Otherwise, providing information about nearby places to sleep is optional. :I expect that optional choice to be made on the basis of common sense and editorial judgment, after taking into account all the facts and circumstances about the location and the current state of the article. In particular, if the station article is lengthy, then a link to the district article (which was probably last seen several screenfuls ago) could be convenient, especially for mobile users. However, if the article is currently short and the link is easy to find, then there's no need to duplicate the link. An article whose contents were something like "The City Railway Station is in [[City]]. Sleep: See [[City#Sleep]]" would be silly, and Wikivoyage contributors are perfectly capable of recognizing that and making the right choice. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:48, 15 July 2026 (UTC) == [[Wikivoyage:America's 250th Birthday]] == This page was unilaterally created by {{ping|CrunchLabs}}. On one hand, this has no consensus whatsoever, but I've refrained from deleting it for now, as I actually don't think this is half as bad of an idea for an edit-a-thon. Since most of our edit-a-thons (at least those run by this site) are pretty low maintenance, what is everyone else's thoughts on making this an actual edit-a-thon (and once again, I'm more than happy to grade articles on the end). I'm thinking any article improved during the month of July should count, but open to other thoughts. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 02:47, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :Not a bad idea as such, but this is an event that is happening in hours. Even if we put forth Herculean effort to make a great guide, literally no one would use it for actual travel around Independence Day. Editing America-related articles until the 25th is nice I guess, but this is also a terrible time to travel here and there has been a drop-off in tourism due to our creeping fascism and xenophobia. I'm pretty dour about this as an American who isn't a bigot. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:52, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::My thoughts were more or less that it'll become useful in the future. Given most cities and parks of the US are already reasonably well-covered here, I more or less expect that this will just end up being an improvement for many smaller destinations that primarily attract domestic visitors. But all of this are just my thoughts not really backed up by anything so take that as you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:53, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::I guess the better target would be India and Pakistan's independence days on mid-August, since both countries have poorer coverage of destinations compared to the U.S. or Europe. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:19, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'd be in support of that – since India and Pakistan do make up the bulk of South Asia, it could be an even broader themed edit-a-thon even if the other South Asian countries don't have anything special in August. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:32, 3 July 2026 (UTC) I'm having issue with this user's [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Millburn&diff=next&oldid=5302726 decision] to include Chinese name for a New Jersey town. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 13:24, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :I've reverted that edit...questionable decision for sure. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:46, 3 July 2026 (UTC) : See also [[Wikivoyage:Votes_for_deletion#Wikivoyage:America’s_250th_Birthday]] [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 21:37, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::Done, speedily deleted as per the author's request. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:43, 7 July 2026 (UTC) == New experimental gadget == Hi, everyone. Although I don't expect this gadget to be used all that much, I've created a new gadget for [[Wikivoyage:Requests for checkuser]] (which is enabled for everyone for the time being). You should be able to see the interface pop up when you click the "Add new request" button in the centre of the header (though it can take a second or two to load). This should at least format CU requests a lot better (which is particularly important as the template adds a permalink in the CU log). Any feedback and improvements are appreciated. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:10, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't quite get why it is enabled by default. Checkuser info is needed only by those who know what it is about, who all should either be regulars (who can see this thread and enable the gadget by themselves) or experienced cross-project patrollers, who probably have an established cross-project workflow. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:34, 3 July 2026 (UTC) ::We don't have any sort of permission that allows for both cross-wiki patrollers and project regulars to use this gadget (I don't think it's possible to enable it only for those with "autopatrol" on). And as for "experienced cross-project patrollers, who probably have an established cross-project workflow" – no, there is no such established workflow for CU requests (there is for OS, however). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:18, 3 July 2026 (UTC) :::We don't need permissions. The point is that regulars can enable it for themselves, while I imagine cross-project patrollers would just use whatever method they are used to for filing the request – even if they found the gadget they would not necessarily try it out for just a single case. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:40, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ::::The point isn't so much about what people filing in the requests would find it and more that the request is automatically formatted correctly which makes handling the CU request itself a lot easier. And regarding "I imagine cross-project patrollers would just use whatever method they are used to for filing the request" – no, once again cross-wiki patrollers for CU requests will use whatever is easiest for them (if it's enabled by default then that makes it even easier), the best wikis I find to deal with are often those that accommodate us patrollers. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:48, 7 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I haven't been a checkuser and I haven't been making requests, especially not across projects, so I really cannot say to what extent people would use the gadget. Thus, use your judgement. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:02, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == [[Wikivoyage talk:Listings]] == There are a couple of threads there that need attention and participation, and I know from sad experience not to count on '''anybody''' paying any attention to that page. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:10, 7 July 2026 (UTC) ...after a short discussion above, the default editor listing buttons functionality was extended. By selecting a text that resembles legacy-style listings (e.g. See section of [[Amandola]]), and clicking the respective button, the listings will be automagically created. If you see some regressions, please report :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 20:01, 16 July 2026 (UTC) :I don't know if it's a regression, but it's certainly wonkyː when I click the button to create a Sleep listing it includes the "checkin" and "checkout" fields, as expected, but also an irrelevant "hours" field (more appropriate to a Buy or Eat listing). Cheersǃ [[User:Mrkstvns|Mrkstvns]] ([[User talk:Mrkstvns|talk]]) 21:01, 16 July 2026 (UTC) ::I sometimes use the hours field for restaurant and front desk opening hours. Checkin and checkout are more important, but I don't see a big problem in it keeping that field (but it isn't among the suggested fields). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:10, 16 July 2026 (UTC) :::I occasionally use the hours field for places that are only open for part of the year, for example a campsite which only opens in the summer. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:54, 16 July 2026 (UTC) == How do I make [[Bulgaria#By taxi]] visible in the [[Targovishte#By taxi]] section? == I just replaced a bunch of section link templates, but this replacement didn't seem to work. See [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Targovishte&diff=5306944&oldid=5290175 the difference here]. What's the solution (other than to bring back a template deleted per consensus)? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:00, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :Further edits [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Targovishte&diff=5306949&oldid=5306944 here]. They worked, but there may be a more elegant solution. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 18:02, 9 July 2026 (UTC) ::There were oddnesses. Plain <nowiki>{{see also|Bulgaria#By taxi}}</nowiki> works: ::{{see also|Bulgaria#By taxi}} ::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:41, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::Three other taxi firms in town have no website but appear to be in business. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 16:19, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Travel forum == I wasn't paying attention when this came to fruition, but I think it's potentially a fantastic addition to the site. God how I long for a replacement for Lonely Planet's old Thorntree – the Reddit version is a bit lame. But then so is ours. One of the most active threads is a silly discussion about whether one can visit South Sentinel Island. I feel like there is a market here, and a bullshit-free website like WV might just be the place for true traveller's forum to bloom. Does anyone have idea ideas how we could jumpstart this? We seem to be lacking both interesting (or even valid) questionaires as well as even semi-informed answerers (editors referring people to the relevant article seems a bit... meh). My only idea is perhaps a banner for some period of time inviting users to check out the forum. Any other ideas? [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 16:58, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :I think it can be on the lines of the following banner once proposed for what it once was [[WV:Tourist office]] (now [[WV:Travel forum]]): :[[File:MyWV Banner 03.jpg|x100px]] :The [[WV:My Voyage]] proposal was excellent, and it could replace [[WV:Community portal]] if properly implemented. But sadly, it remains abandoned since 2014, and the [[Main Page]] effectively replaces the community portal for most users. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:06, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::Right, something like this. I also think that the practice of referring posters to articles should stop. Instead, if we got this going, then the forum should ''inform'' the articles as opposed to the other way around. The forum should be for up-to-date (though casual) information that then provides a basis for article updates. I am currently in Central Asia and one extremely helpful (although often out-of-date) website is [https://caravanistan.com/ Carivanistan] and I think this provides a good model, where the forums inform the articles. (Unlike WV, Carivanistan is a dictatorship, but then so is Central Asia...) A lively forum is potentially a way to really juice this website with actual travellers, which I think we are lacking a bit vis-a-vis the armchair travellers (no judgement). [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:15, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :::I still think that we could cite the articles ("as told in [[Helsinki#By boat]], there are plenty of ferries from Tallinn, just use any of them"). Especially when the OP has provided close to no information ("What is there to see in Rome?"), I don't think we should put too much effort in the answer. Of course, being rude towards trolls may discourage good-faith naïve users, who aren't as good at spotting trolls, so we probably should give decent answers also to bad questions (in the cases where we don't simply revert). Pointing to the article with a nice phrasing is one way to handle it. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:10, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]]: I kinda have the same thoughts as you, which is why I (and {{u|Ikan Kekek}}) largely proposed it last year. In some ways I find it's better than the tourist office which it replaced, but it does feel like the vibe of the tourist office kinda just...stuck? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:19, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::I did not follow tourist office, and I joined it only after when it became travel forum. I have just started a thread with my tour plan for Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]), and I will provide updates there. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:23, 12 July 2026 (UTC) == wrong "Dead link" meessage == Hi I've just got a modification alert on the [[GR 92]] page. It says that there is a dead link. https://www.era-ewv-ferp.org/e-paths/e12/e12-in-spain/ European Ramblers Association E12 path. '''bracket.bracket'''.Dead link|date=July 2026 |bot=InternetArchiveBot . '''bracket.bracket'''. I just checked the link and it works. Beyond deleting the deadlink message, what I want advice on is, what I have to do to avoid again that the bot misunderstands this link as a deadlink where, in fact, is not. I don't want a editions fight with a bot!! [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:52, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Paste this template after the link: [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Template:Cbignore Cbignore]. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:57, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::Done. Thanks [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:51, 15 July 2026 (UTC) :It's hard to know that the link <em>wasn't</em> dead at that time. There are a [https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/HTTP/Reference/Status variety of HTTP codes] and the bot could view many or all o them as "dead" without the nuance of what each one means. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 17:59, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I don't think they're accusing the bot of malfeasance, just don't want it being tagged again. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 18:18, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :::I'm not alleging malfeasance either. The point that I was trying to make was two-fold: 1.) it may well have been dead at the time, so the bot was functioning properly and 2.) calling a link "dead" can be a matter of interpretation: e.g. maybe the server recognize the bot as a bot and served up an HTTP response that a human wouldn't have gotten. That's not malfeasance or even malfunction, just a difficult way to include the nuance of what it means for a link to be "dead". ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 18:57, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :I started trying to deal with this a few months ago. From the guidance on the [[User:InternetArchiveBot]] user page, I stumbled upon the [https://iabot.wmcloud.org/index.php?page=reportfalsepositive IABot Report false positives tool]. I had to mess with the profile buttons in the upper-right in order to get the required permissions. This tool works most of the time, but there's some links that get repeatedly retagged, I assume because of the bot-filtering that Justin describes. I wasn't aware of the Cbignore template, but I want to try that out for the links that IABot retags after reporting. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 21:12, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::It seems that pages that need Javascript to present anything useful tend to be marked as dead. This might include those that want you to prove you aren't a bot. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:07, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == July 2026 Wikimedia Café meetups regarding Wikimedia governance and options for reform == <div class="border-box" style="background-color: var(--background-color-warning-subtle, #f8eaba); max-width: 875px; padding: 5px; border: 1px solid black; margin: 5px; color: var(--clr-dark)"> <div class="box" style="float:left; padding-top: 10px; padding-right: 10px; padding-left: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;">[[File:Wikimedia Café logo in plain SVG format.svg|60px|alt=The logo for the Wikimedia Café]]</div> Hello! There will be two '''[https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Caf%C3%A9 Wikimedia Café]''' discussion opportunities in July. Both sessions will focus on Wikimedia governance, including possible follow-ups to the [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Movement_Charter Movement Charter] and options for reform. Participants may attend either or both Café sessions. This month, to deconflict the Café meetups from Wikimania, the meetups will be held one day later than usual. #'''26 July 2026 15:00 UTC''' ([https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1785078000 timestamp converter]), at a time friendly to the Americas, Africa, and Europe #'''27 July 2026 03:00 UTC''' ([https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1785121200 timestamp converter]), at a time friendly to Asia and the Pacific Please see the Café page for more information, including [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Caf%C3%A9#How_to_attend_the_session how to register]! <br /> [[File:Buntstifte Eberhard Faber crop 64h.jpg|860px|alt=cropped image of colored pencils]]</div> <span style="white-space:nowrap;">[[User:Pine|<span style="color:#01796f; text-shadow:#00BFFF 0 0 1.0em">↠Pine</span>]] [[User talk:Pine|<span style="color:DeepSkyBlue">(<b style="color:#FFDF00;text-shadow:#FFDF00 0 0 1.0em">✉</b>)</span>]]</span> 03:44, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == Its really weird == Unlike wikipedia once you click on edit on a page you will instantely enter edit Mode i almost removed the s in cities in the uzbekistan page because of this error [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39485-56|&#126;2026-39485-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39485-56|talk]]) 19:13, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :and also how do i delete my temporary account i too lazy to make an account [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39485-56|&#126;2026-39485-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39485-56|talk]]) 19:15, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Temporary accounts cannot be deleted. No idea what you mean with your first comment, though. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:55, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == Blocking filters == I disabled the blocking in [[Special:AbuseFilter/90]]. Admins should probably take a look at the discussion. There is perhaps a related issue in [[Special:AbuseFilter/93]]. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 23:18, 15 July 2026 (UTC) == Overlap == There is a severe overlap in [[Olongapo]] and [[Subic]]. Ideally, both are separate cities/municipalities that border each other in the Philippines. Instead, Subic overlaps Olongapo's content under the guise of it being the name of the bay that both areas share. Might a serious restructuring be needed? [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 16:02, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Yeah, this content should definitely be merged into a single article. I don't know the region well enough to know which article is best (i.e., whether or not "Subic" is a more widely-recognized colloquial name than "Olongapo", or if it's more an administrative formality). [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:38, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::{{ping|Borgenland|Gerode}} I suggest "Metro Olongapo" as a catchall term for both municipalities, per the WP article on {{w|Olongapo}}, "{{tq|Together with the municipality of Subic, Olongapo forms Metro Olongapo, one of the twelve metropolitan areas in the Philippines.}}" I don't know anything much about the Philippines though. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:01, 18 July 2026 (UTC) : At least in my circles (expats in the Philippines), Subic is far better known because there was an American naval base there during the Vietnam War. Like [[Angeles]], which had an air base, it developed a sex industry at that time & is still a sex tourism destination, though the customers now are mostly Japanese & Korean. Some of the aging servicemen say those places have gone far downhill & are now not even close to what they remember. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 17:29, 18 July 2026 (UTC) : I'd keep the two articles; they seem like distinct destinations to me. Of course they should link to each other & duplication should be reduced. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 17:36, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I am proposing a cleanup of the Subic article to make it strictly about Subic town. On searching further I found that the overlap extends to [[Morong (Bataan)]], which apparently has jurisdiction over Ocean Adventure and Zoobic Safari. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 05:33, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Also noting that Subic town has a larger share of the eponymous bay’s coastline. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 05:34, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::: I'd oppose merging, but cleanup sounds like a fine idea; [[Wikivoyage:Plunge_forward|plunge forward]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 15:30, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Started revamping [[Subic]]. Will start on the market tonight. [[User:Borgenland|Borgenland]] ([[User talk:Borgenland|talk]]) 16:43, 3 August 2026 (UTC) == Data pages fail to work == I have just created custom mapshapes for the subregions of [[North Yorkshire]], but they fail to work as they returns the error "maplink: Title "Wikivoyage/North York Moors and Teesside.map" is not a valid map data page". So I tried this on my sandbox, and found same error regardless of the data page. Then, I fix the typo at [[London#Get around]] and find that even its mapshape returns the same error. I guess it's a universal error you will get once you edit an article. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 04:59, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :I have just edited [[Madrid#Districts]] and it also returns "maplink: Title "Madrid_Inner_Districts.map" is not a valid map data page", even though I have never touched the data page in question compared to the previous ones. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 05:04, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :Well, the data [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Data:Wikivoyage/North_York_Moors_and_Teesside.map is still there]........ so perhaps some change on our side? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 14:45, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::Yes, it's definitely on our side, as I see no problems on Commons. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 14:56, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::I see this error in many places across the [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Template:Maplink Wikimedia Template:Maplink documentation page] [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 16:32, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::: probably releated report ---> {{phab|T433008}} -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:33, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == Request for comment (the future of Abstract Wikipedia) == <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr">You are invited to voice your opinions in a [[:m:Requests for comment/The future of Abstract Wikipedia|request for comment about the future of Abstract Wikipedia]]. {{Int:Feedback-thanks-title}} [[:m:User:Kowal2701|Kowal2701]] ([[:m:User talk:Kowal2701|talk]]) 12:25, 24 July 2026 (UTC) </bdi> <!-- Message sent by User:DreamRimmer@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Distribution_list/Global_message_delivery&oldid=30513860 --> :I voiced my concerns on the RfC in question, but I'll say it here too: there's been zero consultation specifically with the abstractwiki community, with the proposer only having made one edit to abstractwiki prior to this, and a majority of the participants coming in from a discussion on enwiki (why does enwiki think they are a primary affected party?). It's nice the WMF (especially Sannita) is actually a bit receptive to feedback in this instance, however, but I'd keep that in mind when reading many of the initial comments. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:32, 24 July 2026 (UTC) ::Yes. If the consultation is done on a page where the community's comments are drowned in walls of text from en-wp, the community cannot be expected to engage. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 21:49, 26 July 2026 (UTC) :::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]]: tbh ''some'' of the concerns on that page do seem valid – particularly patching raw information into actual coherent sentences since almost no two languages have the same sentence structure and rules-based order (that's something even I don't know what can be done without using AI). The others, though: massively agreed with you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:15, 3 August 2026 (UTC) ::::There's the same problem as with Wikinews: there are valid concerns and a problematic (some would claim out-of-process) process. ::::For the concerns: this is a highly experimental and difficult project. If it succeeds, it will be revolutionary. I get the impression though, that the magnitude of the difficulties hasn't been appreciated, not by the critics and – what's worse – not by the project itself. I tried to check whether there were any linguists in the team, but such information was difficult to find. No wonder they have struggled if they tried to approach it as a purely technical problem, with primarily programming expertise. ::::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 18:13, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :::::It's certainly <em>very</em> ambitious and is something that has been in the works for over a decade, while [[:f:]] is still in beta and will be for years. This project won't be functional to make encyclopedia articles for at least a decade and probably two. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 20:17, 3 August 2026 (UTC) ::::About "almost no two languages have the same sentence structure and rules-based order": For simple sentences, this isn't true, because most languages accept a simple subject–verb–object format: Look at the moon. Mira la luna. Regarde la lune. 看看月亮. Olha para a lua. Посмотри на луну. Those that don't often have a predictable variation. Hindi and Bengali, for example, sound like "The Moon, look." I wouldn't expect anyone to be using this [https://www.washingtonpost.com/doonesbury/strip/archive/1979/05/16# for poetry], and I think it would break down with complex sentences, metaphors, and many idiomatic expressions, but I think it is possible that it could be helpful overall, even though I'm convinced that it can't do everything. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:58, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :::::I think that it would work best if a way is provided to integrate Abstract content with local language specific content. As a minimum this could be by having articles which have local sections and abstract sections, but it would be better if finer control is provided, and the mechanism is intuitive to local editors. A local editor should not have to figure out whether changing "Look at the moon" to "Consider the moon" requires a change to the abstract statement or the translation engine, and language editing wars need to be avoided. If you look at [[:w:2026 FIFA World Cup]], there are many tables which I think could be converted to abstract form and used in some of the 116 Wikipedias which have this article. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:18, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::This will be the near- or mid-term value of [[:f:]] and abstract.wp: it can provide baked-in, consistent methods of displaying data from [[:d:]], such as with infoboxes or tables, but it can't write wholesale articles--even short ones--for a long time, if ever. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 21:45, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::I think the general notion is that someone would hand-code an article, and that this would provide a basic outline that could be adapted by local editors. For example: "<code>$city [is] [in] <nowiki>[[link|$location]]</nowiki>.^[ref] [The population] [is] $population-number [as of] $year.^[ref]</code>". The Wikivoyage editor could see that and say "I'm keeping that first sentence, but we don't do refs to citations here, and I don't really care about the population." The Wikipedia editor could say "Thanks for the refs, but these short, choppy sentences sound they were written by a seven year old, so I'll copyedit it." Everyone gets some value, but nobody blindly accepts everything 100% as it was originally generated. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 22:56, 4 August 2026 (UTC) Thanks for the link. Abstract Wikipedia/Wikifunctions should not have been approved in the first place due to lack of genuine community consultation. It was [[foundation:Resolution:Abstract Wikipedia|approved]] 3 weeks after [[meta:Talk:Abstract Wikipedia/Archive 1|it was proposed on Meta]] (which is lightning speed) because it was proposed by a former board of trustee (i.e. cronyism), contrast that to Wikispore and WikiJournal's proposals. And now, 6 years later, we see the end result of a proposal that did not receive community scrutiny to flesh out the details and challenges. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 03:27, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :As someone who made basically the exact same allegation on [[:m:]] myself, I will say that the explanation given at the time was that the general Abstract Wikipedia/Wikilemma/Wikifunctions project essentially started with the creation of [[:d:]] (2012/2013) and had been worked on with a newsletter publishing the process publicly for years. I am not 100% convinced by that reasoning, but it does soften allegations about pure cronyism. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 04:00, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::Denny proposed it many years before that. It's been [https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Semantic_MediaWiki/Blueprint&oldid=201639#Parsing_of_Wikisource_and_generation_of_articles talked about since at least 2005]. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 22:47, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :::Talked about and actually presenting the proposal to the community for voting are two separate things. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 05:17, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == Mapframe Layer=W == What does a '''layer=W''' parameter/value do in the [https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Template:Mapframe Mapframe] template? The template documentation for the layer parameter says "see Wikivoyage:How to use dynamic maps#Mapframe" but that anchor doesn't exist and the article doesn't mention the layer parameter at all. Thanks, [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 14:38, 26 July 2026 (UTC) :The layer parameter has been ignored by mapframe for about 10 years. It was meant to allow the default map layer to be selected (W=Wikimedia, M=Mapnik, R=Relief Map). However selecting anything other than Wikimedia means that the reader's IP address is sent to an external server. If this is done as a result of the reader selecting the layer on the page they are warned of this privacy issue (if they pay close attention), but not if it is the default in mapframe. Because of this minor privacy issue, the layer parameter is disabled. (Mapframe2 does support the layer parameter, but it is only intended to be used on [[Destinations]].) [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:41, 26 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ah ha. Thanks. Any objection to replacing "see Wikivoyage:How to use dynamic maps#Mapframe" in the documentation with "ignored parameter"? [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 02:27, 27 July 2026 (UTC) :::I interpret silence as no objection. [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Template:Mapframe/doc&diff=prev&oldid=5319624 Done!] [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 06:59, 30 July 2026 (UTC) ::::That's how we roll! :-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 16:35, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Opt out global sysops? == Hello. I am a user who reverts and reports vandalism globally. In my opinion, this wiki should opt out global sysops, for the following reasons: #This wiki has 33 local administrators and 17 of them are active, so this wiki does not meet the scope of opting in global sysops. #From what I see in [[Special:Log/block]], [[Special:Log/delete]] and [[Special:Log/protect]], although this wiki allows global sysops to perform administrative actions, almost all administrative actions are performed by local administrators. Thank you. [[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]] ([[User talk:Font8388608|talk]]) 16:48, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]]: My question is why. Has there ever been a case of a GS (or steward) that's used their tools ''not'' in the best interests of this site since 2021? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:53, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ::I also oppose the suggestion. Global sysops have helped greatly by reverting vandalism when admins don't happen to be on the site. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:46, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :::Can you tell me when most of the local admins weren't present and therefore global sysops could revert most of the disruptive edits? [[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]] ([[User talk:Font8388608|talk]]) 11:49, 2 August 2026 (UTC) ::::Plenty of times – GS/stew intervention has been particularly helpful during the times when a certain few LTAs were active (not going to namedrop them per DENY, but I'm happy to do so off-wiki). Also, having been a global sysop (and now steward) and been pretty extensively involved in this sphere for about 2 years now, the worst wikis to deal with x-wiki anti-vandalism are the wikis that set up needless bureaucratic hoops for no discernible benefits whatsoever, and I really don't want this wiki to be one of those said wikis. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 12:02, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:Font8388608|Font8388608]], if I knew which times of day we tended to lack admin coverage, I wouldn't want to announce them publicly. Suffice it to say, help from global sysops has been very helpful, and we're glad to have their assistance. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 12:14, 2 August 2026 (UTC) :I agree. The global sysops are generally helpful, and we have no reason to want them to leave us. :I also don't understand why the OP would make this suggestion at a wiki they've never edited before. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 20:35, 2 August 2026 (UTC) I believe this question was raised in good faith because our project doesn't fit into the definition of a "small wiki" (see the [[meta:Small and large wikis|definition of small and large wikis on Meta]]). Specifically, the first line on that definition page reads "Every wiki with checkusers should be treated as a large wiki. However, some of those wikis may need help. Global sysops must ask communities for permission to use their rights on that project." The presence of CheckUser elevates our status to large wiki, even though we have not reached 50,000 articles yet. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 21:46, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :So do we have to do anything to assure global sysops that we continue to welcome their help? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 23:27, 4 August 2026 (UTC) ::Nothing, really. Our policy already permits GS help on an as-they-see-fit model, which overrides the Meta definition in this instance. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:30, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == Mapframe == Recently mapframe does not react correctly on clicking on the markers. This is not the case on every article that has mapframe. Examples: [[Taipei]] has the problem, but on [[Aalst]] there is no problem. Looking at the source code I don't see what difference there is in mapshape usage in these articles. [[User:FredTC|FredTC]] ([[User talk:FredTC|talk]]) 12:22, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :I believe it's a known issue – see [[phab:T433703]]. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 14:01, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :: The problems are known. But I think there is another one: [[Phab:T433755]] (a style sheet problem). --[[User:RolandUnger|RolandUnger]] ([[User talk:RolandUnger|talk]]) 16:39, 3 August 2026 (UTC) :So, the problem is probably on the backend rather than the frontend. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:53, 5 August 2026 (UTC) == New unannounced event == It seems there's currently an unannounced event at [[m:Event:Culture Connect Africa/Wikivoyage/2026]] which involves Wikivoyage, ongoing between 21:00, August 1, 2026 – 09:59, November 1, 2026. I haven't properly looked into this (just very busy irl)...but somebody should try to contact the event organizer, as this is currently running against [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers|site policy]]. (cc {{ping|Ikan Kekek}}, if you happen to know). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:57, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :This is probably [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub#Request for Wikivoyage Training for African and Proud Community]] above: "I kindly request for permission for a wikivoyage training". [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::I stand corrected then – to the organizers, please accept my apologies for not properly looking. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:11, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :::However, I think that they need to alter their competition rules to align with [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, event organizers]]. In particular as the competition encourages article creation, competitors should be directed to [[Wikivoyage:What is an article?]]. Parts of the rules look like they have been edited from an earlier Wikipedia competition without fully updating to align with how Wikivoyage works. I am also disappointed that the organiser that posted the request has not made any other edits on Wikivoyage, despite the advice to "edit the article about wherever you live". [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:21, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I totally agree. Moreover, [[Wikivoyage:Copyleft]] needs to be emphasized. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:46, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :::::At least this event is trying to improve transportation and recreation activities in the project, and not something like linking human rights and Wikivoyage 🤦 [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 17:48, 7 August 2026 (UTC) ::::::Sure, I agree with you on that. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :::::::+1. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:25, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I've boldly updated their event documentation page, and pinged the person who created it. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 00:41, 8 August 2026 (UTC) == Festivals == A new user recently created [[World Sango Festival]] which will likely be redirected to Oyo#Do. Discussion at [[User_talk:ABORISADEADETONA]]. I think this raises some broader questions which can be discussed here. Some festivals like [[New Orleans Mardi Gras]] do get their own articles. Others like [[Sinulog]] get redirects. The festival of the Sea Goddess Mazu gets neither, though it has >&nbsp;100,000 particpants; it is mentioned at [[Putian#See]]. [[Kumbh Mela]] has neither, though [[w:Kumbh Mela]] gives participation numbers in the hundreds of millions and it is mentioned in many WV articles. What are the criteria here? Do we need a policy laying them out? A festivals expedition? [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 15:14, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :I had a look at [[New Orleans Mardi Gras]] and I think that its layout looks resonable, though I would like to see a additional section entitled "Location". Note that not all festivals have parades - for example the [[en:Edinburgh Festival Fringe]] tke place at a variaty of locations. If an article were to be written about the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, then the "Parade" section would be omitted. The layout that I would sugggest therefore is: :*Understand :*Dates :*Location :*Parades :[[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 15:45, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::If a festival page is created, but then needs redirected, I'd like to advocate for first connecting the 'article' to Wikidata, before redirecting it. I've just done that for [[World Sango Festival]]. ::If you've never done that before, then my process is: ::* Find the Wikipedia article. (Hopefully it already exists.) ::* At the bottom of the three dots/tools menu, find the "Wikidata item" for the Wikipedia article. That will take you to a page like https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q24927689 ::* Scroll to the bottom of the page, where links to other articles are. Find the "Wikivoyage" section. ::* Click 'edit' to add a Wikivoyage page. In the first little box, type <code>en</code> for the language, and then put the name of the Wikivoyage article in the second box (it has a search tool, which helps make sure you get the correct spelling). ::* Click 'publish', and you're done! ::[[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 18:35, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :FWIW, I have created the [[Kumbh Mela]] article just as the OP mentions the festival. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 19:21, 8 August 2026 (UTC) == Mandatory booking flag for listings == It seems that at least in Europe, the overtourism is dealt with e.g. by requiring booking entrance time upfront, often sold out for days prior, and no on-premises tickets even. I got bitten by this a few times in the past weeks already, including listings that seem quite mundane. e.g. today after a 40m drive, it was a bit surreal to be left outside with 20 other people before middle-of-nowhere ruins, with next entry 5h later :) ... It was definitely my fault for not checking upfront, but... I think some kind of icon "booking required" would help, and could be also used for Trip Planner, for example. One can easily overlook this requirement in a wall of text. Any other ideas/suggestions? I see now e.g. google maps has this "better to book upfront" recommendation in place... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:29, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :I don't know whether a symbol is practical, but it definitely should be emphasized in any listing in which it's relevant! I'm sorry that happened to you! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 19:33, 13 August 2026 (UTC) ::I did a Googlesearch of "Booking needed icon" and looking at the various icons that came up, it seemed to me that the most appropriate woudl be a stylised clip-board. As a guide, Wikipedia flag icons are 23 x 15 pixels with a one pixel border. [[User:Martinvl|Martinvl]] ([[User talk:Martinvl|talk]]) 21:40, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :Some major tourist attractions in China require advance booking as well (although sometimes if you are a foreigner you can beg and cry and they'll let you in). E.g. Tiananmen Square (they did not let me in). [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 10:26, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::I support such an icon to be added in listings. Plenty of places I've come across in Paris and Barcelona that required bookings during peak holiday season that I think a visual identifier would be immensely useful for such attractions. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:22, 15 August 2026 (UTC) d17t5o11ta2f9z5sxx33zcuvp7n3h6h 0 113496 5328559 5061628 2026-08-14T23:44:04Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ added a place 5328559 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | lastedit=2025-05-11 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-05-12 | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== There are a number of shops in the town centre, including Waitrose, Aldi, WH Smith, and several charity shops. ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} k2xtjq8hfaleait57a4sy95np4kfg4i 5328560 5328559 2026-08-14T23:55:17Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ added a place 5328560 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin logo.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | lastedit=2025-05-11 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-05-12 | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== There are a number of shops in the town centre, including Waitrose, Aldi, WH Smith, and several charity shops. ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} eq293t6h3puf0354rd7an9tdo5onqv1 5328561 5328560 2026-08-15T00:01:17Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Do */ 5328561 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin logo.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== There are a number of shops in the town centre, including Waitrose, Aldi, WH Smith, and several charity shops. ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} 64eym63ttnvz7qsybt77zrdnmds08r8 5328562 5328561 2026-08-15T00:07:35Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Do */ added a place 5328562 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin logo.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== There are a number of shops in the town centre, including Waitrose, Aldi, WH Smith, and several charity shops. ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} b0hhelyfjw45mvqfb1wzgk5b9h57290 5328564 5328562 2026-08-15T00:13:33Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ added a place 5328564 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin logo.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} *{{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mary Steven’s Park DY8 2AA | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.15224576 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== There are a number of shops in the town centre, including Waitrose, Aldi, WH Smith, and several charity shops. ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} qhr21venq6kuc582f9ay5nub0yz2ipl 5328565 5328564 2026-08-15T00:14:51Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ 5328565 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted logo mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} *{{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mary Steven’s Park DY8 2AA | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.15224576 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== There are a number of shops in the town centre, including Waitrose, Aldi, WH Smith, and several charity shops. ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} tjmhaggrvo0jl7cc8v2ja9ta6ipzkd0 5328566 5328565 2026-08-15T00:22:39Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 added a place 5328566 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted logo mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} *{{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mary Steven’s Park DY8 2AA | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.15224576 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== *{{listing | type = buy | name = Grandad’s Attic | lat = 52.460814 | long = -2.14924522 | image = | url = https://antiqueswebsite.co.uk/item/grandads-attic/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 3 Canal Street, Amblecote, Stourbridge DY8 4LR | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Antique shop located on a quaint cobbled street next to the River Stour | price = | wikipedia = }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} 10dcmsa8xz0gvdrmangcsst48rcq2wg 5328567 5328566 2026-08-15T00:23:17Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 5328567 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted logo mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} *{{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mary Steven’s Park DY8 2AA | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.15224576 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== *{{listing | type = buy | name = Grandad’s Attic | lat = 52.460814 | long = -2.14924522 | image = | url = https://antiqueswebsite.co.uk/item/grandads-attic/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 3 Canal Street, Amblecote, Stourbridge DY8 4LR | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Antique shop located on a quaint cobbled street next to the River Stour. | price = | wikipedia = }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} qvz4kd1a8hxf2r5ur0ay10quq0zsgbo 5328568 5328567 2026-08-15T00:29:04Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ 5328568 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted logo mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} *{{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.15224576 | directions=within Mary Steven’s Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== *{{listing | type = buy | name = Grandad’s Attic | lat = 52.460814 | long = -2.14924522 | image = | url = https://antiqueswebsite.co.uk/item/grandads-attic/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 3 Canal Street, Amblecote, Stourbridge DY8 4LR | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Antique shop located on a quaint cobbled street next to the River Stour. | price = | wikipedia = }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} 368ehawephjesiy6tbfpoh1o3675070 5328571 5328568 2026-08-15T00:33:39Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* See */ 5328571 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted logo mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} *{{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.15224576 | directions=within Mary Steven’s Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== *{{listing | type = buy | name = Grandad’s Attic | lat = 52.460814 | long = -2.14924522 | image = | url = https://antiqueswebsite.co.uk/item/grandads-attic/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 3 Canal Street, Amblecote, Stourbridge DY8 4LR | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Antique shop located on a quaint cobbled street next to the River Stour. | price = | wikipedia = }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} 142pps78syvg9yw9zb8aa8gzdjs48cl 5328572 5328571 2026-08-15T00:39:32Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Eat */ added a place 5328572 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted logo mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} *{{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.15224576 | directions=within Mary Steven’s Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== *{{listing | type = buy | name = Grandad’s Attic | lat = 52.460814 | long = -2.14924522 | image = | url = https://antiqueswebsite.co.uk/item/grandads-attic/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 3 Canal Street, Amblecote, Stourbridge DY8 4LR | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Antique shop located on a quaint cobbled street next to the River Stour. | price = | wikipedia = }} ==Eat== *{{eat|name=Soffio Lounge|alt=|url=https://thelounges.co.uk/soffio/|email=|address=111 High Street, Stourbridge DY8 1EE|lat=52.455651|long=-2.14482283|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Bar and restaurant located in the heart of Stourbridge.}} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year | url= | email= | address=107 Worcester Street, DY8 1AX | lat= | long= | directions= | phone = +44 1384 397218 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} gje4vboo8ypjcxyna4l6kbv7obuswep 5328573 5328572 2026-08-15T00:42:07Z ~2026-44502-18 2437532 /* Drink */ 5328573 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== *{{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} *{{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} *{{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} *{{see|name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural|alt=|url=|email=|address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD|lat=52.452607|long=-2.14332672|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Painted logo mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin.|image=|wikipedia=|wikidata=}} *{{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.15224576 | directions=within Mary Steven’s Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== *{{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} *{{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.448718 | long=-2.15065282 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931 which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} *{{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== *{{listing | type = buy | name = Grandad’s Attic | lat = 52.460814 | long = -2.14924522 | image = | url = https://antiqueswebsite.co.uk/item/grandads-attic/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 3 Canal Street, Amblecote, Stourbridge DY8 4LR | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Antique shop located on a quaint cobbled street next to the River Stour. | price = | wikipedia = }} ==Eat== *{{eat|name=Soffio Lounge|alt=|url=https://thelounges.co.uk/soffio/|email=|address=111 High Street, Stourbridge DY8 1EE|lat=52.455651|long=-2.14482283|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|content=Bar and restaurant located in the heart of Stourbridge.}} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt= | url=https://www.craddocksbrewery.com/portfolio/plough-and-harrow-stourbridge/ | email= | address=107 Worcester Street DY8 1AX | lat=52.45064 | long=-2.15023084 | directions= | phone = | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} i9iz9kmgn4b28f3uwcxyxrtw0zohn8u 5328635 5328573 2026-08-15T06:42:18Z LPfi 79572 restored Stourbridge Canal listing; restored lastedit fields and Buy lead; c/e; restored Balti Bazaar – if it is closed, say so 5328635 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Stourbridge''' is a small, historic town in the borough of [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]] in the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]]. It is located on the south-western edge of the conurbation of industrial towns known as the Black Country. ==Understand== [[File:Redhouseglasscone.jpg|thumb|Red House Glass Cone]] Stourbridge was in the county of [[Worcestershire]] until the creation of the [[West Midlands (county)|West Midlands]] county in 1974. There has been settlement in various parts of what now makes up the town for hundreds of years, particularly in the region of the bridge over the River Stour, and in Oldswinford to the south. The area became famous for its glass production in the 17th century after Huguenot glass makers, fleeing religious persecution in [[France]], found the local clay, lime and coal to be ideally suited to glassmaking. Today there are still many glass producers in the area, as well as several museums, and the Stourbridge Canal was built into the town centre to facilitate trade. Today, alongside artisan glass makers in the Glass Quarter, the town exists as a local hub for retail and leisure. The town now includes several areas such as Norton, Lye, Pedmore, Amblecote, Wordsley and Wollaston. ==Get in== ===By rail=== {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Junction station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBJ/details.html|lat=52.448|long=-2.134}} is served by London Midland and Chiltern Services running between [[Kidderminster]] (occasionally [[Worcester (England)|Worcester]]) and [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]]'s Snow Hill station. Some trains also run to and from [[London Marylebone]] station, via [[Warwick (England)|Warwick]] and [[Banbury]]. The shortest branch line in [[Europe]] also runs from Stourbridge Junction to {{marker|type=go|name=Stourbridge Town station|url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/SBT/details.html|lat=52.455|long=-2.142}} – any ticket to or from Stourbridge Junction is valid on this journey, otherwise the journey is 80p. ===By bus=== Stourbridge Town station is in the Stourbridge Interchange bus station. Buses run to/from here to many destinations, including [[Kinver]], [[Kidderminster]], [[Bridgnorth]], [[Bromsgrove]], [[Dudley (England)|Dudley]], the Merry Hill Centre and [[Wolverhampton]]. Particularly important is the number 9 bus, which runs regularly from central [[Birmingham (England)|Birmingham]] to Stourbridge via [[Bearwood]], [[Quinton]], [[Halesowen]] and [[Cradley]]. ===By car=== Stourbridge is easily accessed from Birmingham or the M5 via the A456 through [[Hagley]], continuing to Kidderminster. The A491 runs through Stourbridge from Wolverhampton in the North to Bromsgrove in the South, and the A458 runs from Birmingham through Stourbridge on to [[Bridgnorth]]. Once you have reached Stourbridge, you will need to negotiate the three-lane, clockwise ring road. The town centre can be accessed most easily from the south-eastern corner, and short-stay parking is sometimes available on the High Street. A multistorey car park is available on Victoria Street, on the southern stretch of ring road. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Stourbridge town centre is most easily explored on foot. Some of the glass-based attractions are in Amblecote and Wordsley, approximately 1-2 miles to the north - regular buses run this route. ==See== * {{see | name=Red House Glass Cone | alt= | url= | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, DY8 4AZ | lat=52.4762 | long=-2.15723 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 812750 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Red House Cone | image=Redhouseglasscone.jpg | wikidata=Q7304377 | content=Possibly the only complete glass cone in the country. }} * {{see | name=Ruskin Glass Centre | alt= | url=http://ruskinglasscentre.co.uk/ | email=info@ruskinglasscentre.co.uk | address=Wollaston Road, Amblecote, DY8 4HF | lat=52.467557 | long=-2.1533 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 399419 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{see | name=Stourbridge Canal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.4707 | long=-2.1585 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Stourbridge Canal | image=Stourbridge Canal, Stourbridge - geograph.org.uk - 839822.jpg | wikidata=Q7620581 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jude Bellingham Mural | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street DY8 1AG | lat=52.455646 | long=-2.14762288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted mural of England footballer Jude Bellingham. }} * {{see | name=Ned’s Atomic Dustbin Mural |alt= |url= |email= | address=Hagley Road DY8 1QD |lat=52.452607 |long=-2.143327 |directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image= | wikidata= | content=Painted logo mural of Stourbridge band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin. }} * {{see | name=Frank Foley Statue | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=52.449597 | long=-2.152246 | directions=within Mary Steven’s Park | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=Council House - Mary Stevens Park, Stourbridge - Statue of Major Frank Foley (48359838031).jpg | wikidata= | content=Statue of Frank Foley, the British Secret Intelligence Officer who helped thousands of Jewish families escape Nazi Germany during World War II. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Stourbridge Glass Museum | alt= | url=https://www.stourbridgeglassmuseum.org.uk/ | email= | address=High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge DY8 4FB | lat=52.475981 | long=-2.157866 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Oct: Tu-Su, Nov-Mar: Th-Su 10:30AM–4:30PM | price=Adult £7.50 | lastedit=2025-05-11 | content=Journey through time and witness the fascinating story of the Stourbridge Glass Quarter. }} * {{do | name=Mary Steven’s Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=DY8 2AA | lat=52.4487 | long=-2.1507 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An historic public park opened in 1931, which attracts 1.3 million visitors per year. }} * {{do | name=Stourbridge FC | alt=The Glassboys | url=https://www.stourbridgefc.com/ | email= | address=89 High Street, Amblecote DY8 4HN | lat=52.462841 | long=-2.15129644 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-05-12 | content=English association football club who play in the Southern League Premier Division Central. }} ==Buy== There are a number of shops in the town centre, including Waitrose, Aldi, WH Smith, and several charity shops. * {{listing | type = buy | name = Grandad’s Attic | lat = 52.460814 | long = -2.14924522 | image = | url = https://antiqueswebsite.co.uk/item/grandads-attic/ | wikidata = | alt = | address = 3 Canal Street, Amblecote, Stourbridge DY8 4LR | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | email = | hours = | content = Antique shop located on a quaint cobbled street next to the River Stour. | price = | wikipedia = }} ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Balti Bazaar | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/baltibazaaronline | email=info@baltibazaar.net | address=1a Pedmore Road, Lye, Stourbridge, DY9 8DJ | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1384 894800 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=budget | content= }} * {{eat | name=Soffio Lounge |alt= |url=https://thelounges.co.uk/soffio/ |email= | address=111 High Street, Stourbridge DY8 1EE |lat=52.455651 |long=-2.144823 |directions=in the centre | phone= |tollfree= | hours= |price= | content=Bar and restaurant. }} ==Drink== *{{drink | name=The Plough and Harrow | alt= | url=https://www.craddocksbrewery.com/portfolio/plough-and-harrow-stourbridge/ | email= | address=107 Worcester Street DY8 1AX | lat=52.45064 | long=-2.15023084 | directions= | phone = | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Excellent real ale pub and former cider pub of the year. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=The Talbot Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.thetalbot-hotel.co.uk/ | email= | address=High St | lat=52.457020 | long= -2.146658 | directions= | phone=+44 1384 394350 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit= | content= }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Stourbridge provides easy access for [[Bridgnorth]] and the [[Clee Hills]] in [[Shropshire]], and [[Kinver]] in [[Staffordshire]]. {{IsPartOf|West Midlands (county)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.458|-2.148|zoom=14}} d3vpmiq3i2j7kmdqwaxxikcv8bjgc9r 0 127839 5328527 5210480 2026-08-14T21:20:29Z AlasdairW 1812 /* Sleep */ add camping 5328527 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coll banner Arinagour from the ferry.JPG|caption=View from a ferry at the pier}} '''Coll''' (Gaelic ''Cola'') is an island in the [[Inner Hebrides]] of [[Scotland]]. It's about 12 miles long by 3 miles wide and in 2011 had a population of 195, mostly in the ferry port of Arinagour (Gaelic ''Àirigh nan Gobhar''). Coll is rocky and tussocky, dotted with little lochans and lochs, and with sandy beaches heaped up into sand dunes. If it looks familiar, it’s because the author Mairi Hedderwick grew up here, and used it as the basis for her “Katie Morag” stories set on the fictional island of Struay. Coll is separated by a short strait from the island of [[Tiree]], and the two are easily combined for a visit. == Understand == [[File:Isle of Coll, April, 2017-7.jpg | thumb | 300px | The bustling main highway across Coll ]] :: "In the morning we found ourselves under the Isle of Col, where we landed; and passed the first day and night with Captain Maclean, a gentleman who has lived some time in the East Indies; but having dethroned no Nabob, is not too rich to settle in [his] own country." ::: - Johnson and Boswell were entertained on Coll in 1773 Coll is formed of Lewisian gneiss, creating rocky terrain poor for growing crops or raising livestock. Its name may derive from Old Norse ''kollr'' for such lumpy landscape, and it was part of the Norse "Kingdom of the Isles". In 1266 that entity was re-assigned to Scotland, but its Norse / Gaelic rulers remained semi-autonomous. ("Lord of the Isles" is now a title of the Prince of Wales, nowadays Prince William.) Medieval Coll was a stronghold of the Macleans, who built Breachacha Castle, but in the 16th century they feuded bloodily with a rival branch of their clan. In the 17th century the family united against the Earl of Argyll, who captured the castle but was arrested for treason, so the Macleans got to keep the castle. The island population peaked at around 1000 in the early 19th century but then came the post-Napoleonic slump and the Highland potato famine. There was mass emigration (even the Clan Chief left for South Africa), the estate was sold, and the new owners set about clearing out the rest of the population. There's never been employment or investment to draw people back, so Coll remains a rocky sparsely-populated landscape. Its south end however has sand hills and fine beaches similar to neighbouring Tiree, as if the channel between them was cut in not quite the right place. == Get in == {{mapframe | 56.620 | -6.580 | height=500 | width=500 | zoom=11 }} === By boat === Most visitors reach Coll on the [http://www.calmac.co.uk Calmac ferry] from [[Oban]]. The crossing takes 2 hr 40 min, with the ferry continuing from Coll to [[Tiree]]. There are daily sailings Apr-Oct, with one ferry on Wednedays continuing to [[Barra]]. Nov-March sailings are on M, Tu, Th, Sa and Su. Most sailings depart early from Oban, so you’ll probably spend the previous night there. You will need to do so if you come by bus or train, as these take 3 hours from Glasgow, with the latest service leaving around 6:15PM the previous evening. The ferries from Coll back to Oban, if they’re on time, connect with public transport to Glasgow same evening. Until end of March 2026 return fares are £121.30 for a car, £22.80 per adult including driver, and £11.40 per child aged 5-15. A multi-island ticket visiting Coll and Tiree is only £3 more, a better deal than separate tickets. Pedal bikes go free. A day-trip from Oban to Coll is possible in summer on Wednesday and Saturday, giving you 8-10 hours ashore. The other days' sailings only give you two hours, hardly worth the bother — it's pointless visiting Coll if you have to keep glancing at your watch. The ferry follows a scenic route across the bay from Oban, through the narrows between Mull and Ardnamurchan (without stopping at either) then across the open sea. Unless the weather’s foul, stay on deck and look out for dolphins, porpoises and seals. {{marker | name=Coll ferry jetty | type=go | lat=56.6148 | long=-6.5233 }} is half a mile from Arinagour the main settlement. === By plane === {{marker | name=Coll airfield | alt={{IATA|COL}} | type=go | lat=56.599 | long=-6.620 }} ({{IATA|COL}}) is 6 miles southwest of Arinagour along B8070. [https://www.hebrideanair.co.uk/ Hebridean Air Services] fly from Oban (Connel airfield) one day a week, usually Wednesday. The direct flight takes 30 min but it's a triangular route that also calls at [[Tiree]]. During school term, there are extra flights on Fridays and Sundays which can only be booked from the previous Wednesday. The whole operation is basically an airborne school bus, subsidised by the local authority, using BNF Islander light aircraft with a 10-kg baggage limit. Oban also has flights to Islay and Colonsay but no connection to the global air network. Coll "passenger terminal" is a cabin at one end of a field. == Get around == You need wheels. This 12-mile island has no public transport or taxi, and most people bring their own car on the ferry. The hotel can pick up guests from the jetty or airfield. All roads on Coll are single track with passing places. Coll has no public buses or taxis. There is some private hire, but options are very limited. Car Bringing your own car on the ferry gives you the most flexibility for exploring the island. All roads are single track with passing places, but driving is straightforward and traffic is minimal. Some accommodation providers, like the Coll Hotel, offer pick-up from the ferry or airfield for guests. Bicycle Bikes and e-bikes can be hired from the Post Office, community centre, or some accommodations. The island is small and quiet, making cycling safe and enjoyable. You can bring your own bike on the ferry for free. Walking Many of Coll’s best natural sites are only accessible on foot, so expect to do some walking or hiking even if you have a car. == See == [[File:Embarkation forwards and in reverse - geograph.org.uk - 1461365.jpg | thumb | 300px | All aboard at Coll - cars for Oban drive forwards, those for Tiree reverse on ]] * {{marker | name=Dùn Anlaimh | type=see | lat=56.6189 | long=-6.5849 }} is the scraps of a fortified dwelling on an islet within Loch nan Cinneachan. It's described as a crannog, which usually refers to a prehistoric wooden artificial islet, but this one has masonry and may have been used until 1500. That was about the time the Hebrides were wrested from Norse control to join the Kingdom of Scotland, and a plausible legend tells of sullen standfast Norsemen glowering within it. Confusingly, it's not within Loch Anlaimh, which is just south but may have been joined during the centuries the dùn was occupied. Anlaimh also means "heathen" or "Gentiles", often used to describe Vikings. A causeway to shore (now submerged) had a tight bend and a rocking boulder to slow up hostile advance. The smaller southern loch also has a crannog, known as Eilean Anlaimh. * {{marker | name=Dùn Dubh | type=see | lat=56.6416 | long=-6.5955 }} is the remains of a Norse redoubt. There are scraps of defensive walls and enclosures, but you mainly come for the clifftop views. * {{marker | name=Dùn Morbhaidh | type=see | lat=56.6795 | long=-6.5170 }} has traces of its ancient defences. It was presumably occupied in the same era as the others. * {{marker | name=Dùn an Achaidh | type=see | lat=56.5981 | long=-6.5907 }} is a fortified dwelling on a knoll, with some traces of its defences. A 16th-century treaty offers an alternative explanation of the late occupation of all these dùns: they were ''quhair brokin men hes duelt''. Broken Men were chiefless outlaws, not Viking but with squalid predatory lifestyles and lamentable table-manners, who may well have holed up here. * {{see | name=RSPB Bird Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/coll/ | email= | address=Totronald PA78 6TB | lat=56.6127 | long=-6.6192 | directions=follow B8070 past airfield, then turn right up the narrow lane | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hr | price=Free, donations welcome | lastedit=2022-07-04 | content=Information room and viewing benches. Their signature bird is the corncrake, a summer visitor, now rare in the UK. Here and throughout Coll you'll also see Greenland and Barnacle geese, lapwing and redshank. See RSPB website for expected and observed birds by season. Two suggested walks. Please keep dogs under close control. }} * {{see | name=Breachacha Castles | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5907 | long=-6.6279 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15116815 | lastedit=2022-07-04 | content=There are two: admire their exteriors from the lane, but neither can be visited. The old castle is a 15th-century tower house, now in private ownership. The “new” castle was built adjacent in 1750; in 1773 Samuel Johnson and James Boswell stayed here on their tour of the Hebrides. It’s structurally unsafe and its owner faces an immense repair task. }} * {{marker | name=Breachacha Crannog | type=see | lat=56.5828 | long=-6.6332 }} once stood in a freshwater loch. That was drained in 1875 and all you see now is a 2-m-high mound in a field. * {{marker | name=Crossapol | type=see | lat=56.586 | long=-6.670 }} the southwest tip of the island has large sand dunes and pleasant beaches. Park at the end of the public road near the castles and follow the farm track along the shore. The name is Norse for "cross farm" and is a common Hebridean placename. * {{marker | name=Gunna | type=see | lat=56.565 | long=-6.715 }} is the small island just west of Coll, about a mile long by a third of a mile wide. It's grazing land, with a holiday cottage but no permanent residents or ferry, and only placenames remain of its monastic and Viking history. Boat trips sometimes approach to view the wildlife. West again, a half-mile channel separates Gunna from [[Tiree]]. == Do == [[File:Breachacha Castle, Coll - geograph.org.uk - 279699.jpg | thumb | 300px | The 15th century Old Breachacha Castle ]] * {{marker | name=[https://visitcoll.co.uk/golf/ Coll Golf Course] | type=do | lat=56.6470 | long=-6.5596 }} is nine holes on Cliad Farm, Jun-Aug. Visitor day-fee £10, which you leave in the honesty bottle with a note of your name, or pay at the Coll Hotel. * {{marker | name=Ben Hogh | type=do | lat=56.6292 | long=-6.5990 }} is Coll's loftest peak, at all of 348 ft (106 m). Reach it by a short walk from the lane towards Ballyhaugh. Near the summit is a "rocking stone", a large balanced boulder. * '''Basking sharks:''' from spring to early autumn these huge beasts (''Cetorhinus maximus'', Gaelic ''Cearban'') breed around the island. Sightings are sporadic but most often between July and September. They tend to gather in the narrow sound between Coll and Tiree, where the tides concentrate their plankton food. [http://www.baskingsharkscotland.co.uk Basking Shark Scotland] run boat trips from Arinagour. * '''Dark skies:''' There’s no street lighting, and Coll is far from mainland light pollution. On a clear night stand on the beach (or anywhere clear of car lights), give your eyes five minutes to adjust, and see the stars and planets brighter than ever before. Mid-summer is a lost cause as it's never totally dark. * '''Surfing''' is mainly on the exposed Atlantic beaches of Cliad, Feall, Grishipoll and Hogh, plus south-facing Crossapol. Check prospects at www.surf-forecast.com. * '''Folk concerts''' throughout the year, especially in summer, are usually at the community centre [https://www.developmentcoll.org.uk/ancridhe An Cridhe] in Arinagour. == Buy == [[File:The 'new' Breachacha Castle - geograph.org.uk - 869321.jpg | thumb | 300px | The 18th century New Breachacha Castle ]] * {{buy | name=Coll Stores | alt= | url=https://collstores.com | email= | address=Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat=56.624424 | long=-6.527252 | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230237 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 9:30AM-1PM, 4-6PM, Su 10AM-1PM | price= | lastedit=2022-07-04 | content=General store, stocks basics including fuel. You can order ahead by phone or email. }} * {{buy | name=Coll Post Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=PA78 6TB | lat=56.623497 | long=-6.527185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 9AM-1PM | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content= }} * {{buy | name=An Acarsaid | alt= | url=https://visitcoll.co.uk/shopping/ | email= | address= | lat=56.6235083 | long=-6.5271800 | directions=Located in Post Office | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=Gift shop that stocks maps, woollies, crafts, gifts and postcards. There's an ATM here. }} * {{buy | name=ReCyColl | alt= | url=https://recycoll.org.uk/the_shop/ | email= | address=The Old Hall, B8070, PA78 6TA | lat=56.6238728 | long=-6.5361967 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=second-hand shop in the Old Hall at the west edge of Arinagour. }} * {{buy | name=Saturday Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=An Cridhe, Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat=56.624362 | long=-6.529331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Saturdays, 9AM–Noon (except in "depths of winter") | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=sells local crafts and baking. }} == Eat == * {{eat | name=The Urchin | alt=Island Cafe | url=https://islandcafecoll.co.uk/ | email= | address=Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230022 | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Sep W-Su Sa 9AM-10PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-13 | content=Licensed café doing lunches and dinners. Brews its own beer. The owners used to run Cafe Canna. }} * Coll Hotel serves non-residents, booking essential, see Sleep. == Drink == * Head for the bar in Coll Hotel, the island is too small to have its own pub. * [https://isleofcolldistillery.com/ Isle of Coll Distillery], founded in 2021, makes gin and vodka. No tours. == Sleep == [[File:Coll.jpg | thumb | 300px | Looking towards Arinagour ]] All the short-stay accommodation is in Arinagour, except for some of the camping. For longer stays, a dozen or so cottages around the island can be rented by the week, see visitcoll.co.uk. * {{sleep | name=Coll Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.collhotel.com/ | email=info@collhotel.com | address=Arinagour PA78 6SZ | lat=56.6249 | long=-6.5263 | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230334 | tollfree= | checkin=4PM | checkout=10:30AM | price=B&B Small Double from £110-£145 (1-2ppl); B&B Double from £120-£175 (1-2ppl); King Garden Room from £270 | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=Cosy hotel, far better than its 2 stars suggest, with good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Coll Bunkhouse | alt= | url=https://collbunkhouse.com/ | email= | address=Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat=56.6232 | long=-6.5271 | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230217 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Bunk £30 ppn | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=14-bed hostel constructed in modern pine, open year-round. One mixed dorm of six, one room of 5 and one of 3 for exclusive use. Self-catering kitchen. Dogs welcome by arrangement. Pitches for 4 motorhomes, but no tents. }} * {{sleep | name=Tigh na Mara B&B | alt= | url=https://tnmcoll.com/ | email= | address=Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat=56.6211 | long=-6.5246 | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230354 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £100 | lastedit=2022-07-04 | content=Seven rooms for B&B, plus “Wee House” for self-catering. Clean, comfy and friendly, Open Dec-Oct, 2 night minimum stay. }} * {{sleep | name=Toraston Farm Camping | alt= | url=https://torastonfarm.co.uk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.66513 | long=-6.53611 | directions=4 miles for Arinagour | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price=£15 per pitch | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Basic campsite with 3 pitches for camper vans and 7 pitches for tents. You need to go back to the village for a shower. }} * {{sleep | name=Garden House Camping | alt= | url=https://visitcoll.co.uk/garden_house_camping/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5939 | long=-6.6181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours=Apr-Oct | price=tents £10, mobile homes from £25 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Campsite in the walled garden of Breachacha New Castle, with space for 20 tents and several mobile homes (some pitches only for smaller vans). Wet room, fridge/freezer and microwave. }} == Connect == As of June 2022, there is 4G from EE at Arinagour and along the road north, but a very patchy signal towards the airfield south. No signal from other UK carriers. 5G has not reached Coll. == Go next == * [[Tiree]] is one hour away by daily ferry, and is best done on a Calmac “Hopscotch” fare (see “Get in”.) In summer a day-trip is possible on Wednesdays using the ferry to Barra, as this continues beyond Tiree giving you six hours ashore. The other days’ ferries are immediate turn-arounds so you can’t go ashore, but Saturdays in July and August have a double sailing that allows you nine hours on Tiree. It’s not possible to day-trip from Tiree to Coll. * [[Barra]]: in summer the Wednesday ferry takes four hours from Coll via Tiree (no winter service). From Barra you could return to the mainland on the daily five-hour ferry to Oban. Or you could take the 40-min ferry (4 or 5 per day) to Eriskay, which is linked by causeway to South Uist, Benbecula, North Uist and Berneray, and thence by a further ferry to Harris and Lewis. * [[Oban]], back on the mainland, can be the jumping-off point for most of the Highlands and Islands. The buses and trains will take you back to [[Glasgow]]. * [[Mull]] and [[Iona]] are seen to the southeast, but you have to double back via Oban to reach them. {{geo|56.633333|-6.557222}} {{IsPartOf|Inner Hebrides}} {{usableruralarea}} jxf29yynz4l4cq692fxnoiowtjejgsv 5328529 5328527 2026-08-14T21:31:40Z AlasdairW 1812 /* Understand */ 5328529 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coll banner Arinagour from the ferry.JPG|caption=View from a ferry at the pier}} '''Coll''' (Gaelic ''Cola'') is an island in the [[Inner Hebrides]] of [[Scotland]]. It's about 12 miles long by 3 miles wide and in 2011 had a population of 195, mostly in the ferry port of Arinagour (Gaelic ''Àirigh nan Gobhar''). Coll is rocky and tussocky, dotted with little lochans and lochs, and with sandy beaches heaped up into sand dunes. If it looks familiar, it’s because the author Mairi Hedderwick grew up here, and used it as the basis for her “Katie Morag” stories set on the fictional island of Struay. Coll is separated by a short strait from the island of [[Tiree]], and the two are easily combined for a visit. == Understand == [[File:Isle of Coll, April, 2017-7.jpg | thumb | 300px | The bustling main highway across Coll ]] :: "In the morning we found ourselves under the Isle of Col, where we landed; and passed the first day and night with Captain Maclean, a gentleman who has lived some time in the East Indies; but having dethroned no Nabob, is not too rich to settle in [his] own country." ::: - Johnson and Boswell were entertained on Coll in 1773 Coll is formed of Lewisian gneiss, creating rocky terrain poor for growing crops or raising livestock. Its name may derive from Old Norse ''kollr'' for such lumpy landscape, and it was part of the Norse "Kingdom of the Isles". In 1266 that entity was re-assigned to Scotland, but its Norse / Gaelic rulers remained semi-autonomous. ("Lord of the Isles" is now a title of the Prince of Wales, nowadays Prince William.) Medieval Coll was a stronghold of the Macleans, who built Breachacha Castle, but in the 16th century they feuded bloodily with a rival branch of their clan. In the 17th century the family united against the Earl of Argyll, who captured the castle but was arrested for treason, so the Macleans got to keep the castle. The island population peaked at around 1000 in the early 19th century but then came the post-Napoleonic slump and the Highland potato famine. There was mass emigration (even the Clan Chief left for South Africa), the estate was sold, and the new owners set about clearing out the rest of the population. There's never been employment or investment to draw people back, so Coll remains a rocky sparsely-populated landscape. Its south end however has sand hills and fine beaches similar to neighbouring Tiree, as if the channel between them was cut in not quite the right place. === Visitor information === * [https://visitcoll.co.uk/ Visit Coll] volunteer run website by locals. == Get in == {{mapframe | 56.620 | -6.580 | height=500 | width=500 | zoom=11 }} === By boat === Most visitors reach Coll on the [http://www.calmac.co.uk Calmac ferry] from [[Oban]]. The crossing takes 2 hr 40 min, with the ferry continuing from Coll to [[Tiree]]. There are daily sailings Apr-Oct, with one ferry on Wednedays continuing to [[Barra]]. Nov-March sailings are on M, Tu, Th, Sa and Su. Most sailings depart early from Oban, so you’ll probably spend the previous night there. You will need to do so if you come by bus or train, as these take 3 hours from Glasgow, with the latest service leaving around 6:15PM the previous evening. The ferries from Coll back to Oban, if they’re on time, connect with public transport to Glasgow same evening. Until end of March 2026 return fares are £121.30 for a car, £22.80 per adult including driver, and £11.40 per child aged 5-15. A multi-island ticket visiting Coll and Tiree is only £3 more, a better deal than separate tickets. Pedal bikes go free. A day-trip from Oban to Coll is possible in summer on Wednesday and Saturday, giving you 8-10 hours ashore. The other days' sailings only give you two hours, hardly worth the bother — it's pointless visiting Coll if you have to keep glancing at your watch. The ferry follows a scenic route across the bay from Oban, through the narrows between Mull and Ardnamurchan (without stopping at either) then across the open sea. Unless the weather’s foul, stay on deck and look out for dolphins, porpoises and seals. {{marker | name=Coll ferry jetty | type=go | lat=56.6148 | long=-6.5233 }} is half a mile from Arinagour the main settlement. === By plane === {{marker | name=Coll airfield | alt={{IATA|COL}} | type=go | lat=56.599 | long=-6.620 }} ({{IATA|COL}}) is 6 miles southwest of Arinagour along B8070. [https://www.hebrideanair.co.uk/ Hebridean Air Services] fly from Oban (Connel airfield) one day a week, usually Wednesday. The direct flight takes 30 min but it's a triangular route that also calls at [[Tiree]]. During school term, there are extra flights on Fridays and Sundays which can only be booked from the previous Wednesday. The whole operation is basically an airborne school bus, subsidised by the local authority, using BNF Islander light aircraft with a 10-kg baggage limit. Oban also has flights to Islay and Colonsay but no connection to the global air network. Coll "passenger terminal" is a cabin at one end of a field. == Get around == You need wheels. This 12-mile island has no public transport or taxi, and most people bring their own car on the ferry. The hotel can pick up guests from the jetty or airfield. All roads on Coll are single track with passing places. Coll has no public buses or taxis. There is some private hire, but options are very limited. Car Bringing your own car on the ferry gives you the most flexibility for exploring the island. All roads are single track with passing places, but driving is straightforward and traffic is minimal. Some accommodation providers, like the Coll Hotel, offer pick-up from the ferry or airfield for guests. Bicycle Bikes and e-bikes can be hired from the Post Office, community centre, or some accommodations. The island is small and quiet, making cycling safe and enjoyable. You can bring your own bike on the ferry for free. Walking Many of Coll’s best natural sites are only accessible on foot, so expect to do some walking or hiking even if you have a car. == See == [[File:Embarkation forwards and in reverse - geograph.org.uk - 1461365.jpg | thumb | 300px | All aboard at Coll - cars for Oban drive forwards, those for Tiree reverse on ]] * {{marker | name=Dùn Anlaimh | type=see | lat=56.6189 | long=-6.5849 }} is the scraps of a fortified dwelling on an islet within Loch nan Cinneachan. It's described as a crannog, which usually refers to a prehistoric wooden artificial islet, but this one has masonry and may have been used until 1500. That was about the time the Hebrides were wrested from Norse control to join the Kingdom of Scotland, and a plausible legend tells of sullen standfast Norsemen glowering within it. Confusingly, it's not within Loch Anlaimh, which is just south but may have been joined during the centuries the dùn was occupied. Anlaimh also means "heathen" or "Gentiles", often used to describe Vikings. A causeway to shore (now submerged) had a tight bend and a rocking boulder to slow up hostile advance. The smaller southern loch also has a crannog, known as Eilean Anlaimh. * {{marker | name=Dùn Dubh | type=see | lat=56.6416 | long=-6.5955 }} is the remains of a Norse redoubt. There are scraps of defensive walls and enclosures, but you mainly come for the clifftop views. * {{marker | name=Dùn Morbhaidh | type=see | lat=56.6795 | long=-6.5170 }} has traces of its ancient defences. It was presumably occupied in the same era as the others. * {{marker | name=Dùn an Achaidh | type=see | lat=56.5981 | long=-6.5907 }} is a fortified dwelling on a knoll, with some traces of its defences. A 16th-century treaty offers an alternative explanation of the late occupation of all these dùns: they were ''quhair brokin men hes duelt''. Broken Men were chiefless outlaws, not Viking but with squalid predatory lifestyles and lamentable table-manners, who may well have holed up here. * {{see | name=RSPB Bird Reserve | alt= | url=https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/coll/ | email= | address=Totronald PA78 6TB | lat=56.6127 | long=-6.6192 | directions=follow B8070 past airfield, then turn right up the narrow lane | phone= | tollfree= | hours=24 hr | price=Free, donations welcome | lastedit=2022-07-04 | content=Information room and viewing benches. Their signature bird is the corncrake, a summer visitor, now rare in the UK. Here and throughout Coll you'll also see Greenland and Barnacle geese, lapwing and redshank. See RSPB website for expected and observed birds by season. Two suggested walks. Please keep dogs under close control. }} * {{see | name=Breachacha Castles | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5907 | long=-6.6279 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15116815 | lastedit=2022-07-04 | content=There are two: admire their exteriors from the lane, but neither can be visited. The old castle is a 15th-century tower house, now in private ownership. The “new” castle was built adjacent in 1750; in 1773 Samuel Johnson and James Boswell stayed here on their tour of the Hebrides. It’s structurally unsafe and its owner faces an immense repair task. }} * {{marker | name=Breachacha Crannog | type=see | lat=56.5828 | long=-6.6332 }} once stood in a freshwater loch. That was drained in 1875 and all you see now is a 2-m-high mound in a field. * {{marker | name=Crossapol | type=see | lat=56.586 | long=-6.670 }} the southwest tip of the island has large sand dunes and pleasant beaches. Park at the end of the public road near the castles and follow the farm track along the shore. The name is Norse for "cross farm" and is a common Hebridean placename. * {{marker | name=Gunna | type=see | lat=56.565 | long=-6.715 }} is the small island just west of Coll, about a mile long by a third of a mile wide. It's grazing land, with a holiday cottage but no permanent residents or ferry, and only placenames remain of its monastic and Viking history. Boat trips sometimes approach to view the wildlife. West again, a half-mile channel separates Gunna from [[Tiree]]. == Do == [[File:Breachacha Castle, Coll - geograph.org.uk - 279699.jpg | thumb | 300px | The 15th century Old Breachacha Castle ]] * {{marker | name=[https://visitcoll.co.uk/golf/ Coll Golf Course] | type=do | lat=56.6470 | long=-6.5596 }} is nine holes on Cliad Farm, Jun-Aug. Visitor day-fee £10, which you leave in the honesty bottle with a note of your name, or pay at the Coll Hotel. * {{marker | name=Ben Hogh | type=do | lat=56.6292 | long=-6.5990 }} is Coll's loftest peak, at all of 348 ft (106 m). Reach it by a short walk from the lane towards Ballyhaugh. Near the summit is a "rocking stone", a large balanced boulder. * '''Basking sharks:''' from spring to early autumn these huge beasts (''Cetorhinus maximus'', Gaelic ''Cearban'') breed around the island. Sightings are sporadic but most often between July and September. They tend to gather in the narrow sound between Coll and Tiree, where the tides concentrate their plankton food. [http://www.baskingsharkscotland.co.uk Basking Shark Scotland] run boat trips from Arinagour. * '''Dark skies:''' There’s no street lighting, and Coll is far from mainland light pollution. On a clear night stand on the beach (or anywhere clear of car lights), give your eyes five minutes to adjust, and see the stars and planets brighter than ever before. Mid-summer is a lost cause as it's never totally dark. * '''Surfing''' is mainly on the exposed Atlantic beaches of Cliad, Feall, Grishipoll and Hogh, plus south-facing Crossapol. Check prospects at www.surf-forecast.com. * '''Folk concerts''' throughout the year, especially in summer, are usually at the community centre [https://www.developmentcoll.org.uk/ancridhe An Cridhe] in Arinagour. == Buy == [[File:The 'new' Breachacha Castle - geograph.org.uk - 869321.jpg | thumb | 300px | The 18th century New Breachacha Castle ]] * {{buy | name=Coll Stores | alt= | url=https://collstores.com | email= | address=Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat=56.624424 | long=-6.527252 | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230237 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 9:30AM-1PM, 4-6PM, Su 10AM-1PM | price= | lastedit=2022-07-04 | content=General store, stocks basics including fuel. You can order ahead by phone or email. }} * {{buy | name=Coll Post Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=PA78 6TB | lat=56.623497 | long=-6.527185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa 9AM-1PM | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content= }} * {{buy | name=An Acarsaid | alt= | url=https://visitcoll.co.uk/shopping/ | email= | address= | lat=56.6235083 | long=-6.5271800 | directions=Located in Post Office | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=Gift shop that stocks maps, woollies, crafts, gifts and postcards. There's an ATM here. }} * {{buy | name=ReCyColl | alt= | url=https://recycoll.org.uk/the_shop/ | email= | address=The Old Hall, B8070, PA78 6TA | lat=56.6238728 | long=-6.5361967 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=second-hand shop in the Old Hall at the west edge of Arinagour. }} * {{buy | name=Saturday Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=An Cridhe, Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat=56.624362 | long=-6.529331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Saturdays, 9AM–Noon (except in "depths of winter") | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=sells local crafts and baking. }} == Eat == * {{eat | name=The Urchin | alt=Island Cafe | url=https://islandcafecoll.co.uk/ | email= | address=Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230022 | tollfree= | hours=Apr-Sep W-Su Sa 9AM-10PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-13 | content=Licensed café doing lunches and dinners. Brews its own beer. The owners used to run Cafe Canna. }} * Coll Hotel serves non-residents, booking essential, see Sleep. == Drink == * Head for the bar in Coll Hotel, the island is too small to have its own pub. * [https://isleofcolldistillery.com/ Isle of Coll Distillery], founded in 2021, makes gin and vodka. No tours. == Sleep == [[File:Coll.jpg | thumb | 300px | Looking towards Arinagour ]] All the short-stay accommodation is in Arinagour, except for some of the camping. For longer stays, a dozen or so cottages around the island can be rented by the week, see visitcoll.co.uk. * {{sleep | name=Coll Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.collhotel.com/ | email=info@collhotel.com | address=Arinagour PA78 6SZ | lat=56.6249 | long=-6.5263 | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230334 | tollfree= | checkin=4PM | checkout=10:30AM | price=B&B Small Double from £110-£145 (1-2ppl); B&B Double from £120-£175 (1-2ppl); King Garden Room from £270 | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=Cosy hotel, far better than its 2 stars suggest, with good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Coll Bunkhouse | alt= | url=https://collbunkhouse.com/ | email= | address=Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat=56.6232 | long=-6.5271 | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230217 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Bunk £30 ppn | lastedit=2025-06-06 | content=14-bed hostel constructed in modern pine, open year-round. One mixed dorm of six, one room of 5 and one of 3 for exclusive use. Self-catering kitchen. Dogs welcome by arrangement. Pitches for 4 motorhomes, but no tents. }} * {{sleep | name=Tigh na Mara B&B | alt= | url=https://tnmcoll.com/ | email= | address=Arinagour PA78 6SY | lat=56.6211 | long=-6.5246 | directions= | phone=+44 1879 230354 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £100 | lastedit=2022-07-04 | content=Seven rooms for B&B, plus “Wee House” for self-catering. Clean, comfy and friendly, Open Dec-Oct, 2 night minimum stay. }} * {{sleep | name=Toraston Farm Camping | alt= | url=https://torastonfarm.co.uk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.66513 | long=-6.53611 | directions=4 miles for Arinagour | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price=£15 per pitch | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Basic campsite with 3 pitches for camper vans and 7 pitches for tents. You need to go back to the village for a shower. }} * {{sleep | name=Garden House Camping | alt= | url=https://visitcoll.co.uk/garden_house_camping/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5939 | long=-6.6181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours=Apr-Oct | price=tents £10, mobile homes from £25 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Campsite in the walled garden of Breachacha New Castle, with space for 20 tents and several mobile homes (some pitches only for smaller vans). Wet room, fridge/freezer and microwave. }} == Connect == As of June 2022, there is 4G from EE at Arinagour and along the road north, but a very patchy signal towards the airfield south. No signal from other UK carriers. 5G has not reached Coll. == Go next == * [[Tiree]] is one hour away by daily ferry, and is best done on a Calmac “Hopscotch” fare (see “Get in”.) In summer a day-trip is possible on Wednesdays using the ferry to Barra, as this continues beyond Tiree giving you six hours ashore. The other days’ ferries are immediate turn-arounds so you can’t go ashore, but Saturdays in July and August have a double sailing that allows you nine hours on Tiree. It’s not possible to day-trip from Tiree to Coll. * [[Barra]]: in summer the Wednesday ferry takes four hours from Coll via Tiree (no winter service). From Barra you could return to the mainland on the daily five-hour ferry to Oban. Or you could take the 40-min ferry (4 or 5 per day) to Eriskay, which is linked by causeway to South Uist, Benbecula, North Uist and Berneray, and thence by a further ferry to Harris and Lewis. * [[Oban]], back on the mainland, can be the jumping-off point for most of the Highlands and Islands. The buses and trains will take you back to [[Glasgow]]. * [[Mull]] and [[Iona]] are seen to the southeast, but you have to double back via Oban to reach them. {{geo|56.633333|-6.557222}} {{IsPartOf|Inner Hebrides}} {{usableruralarea}} bxby0tvgqjbkn74umbb74b668amsoh1 0 128323 5328740 5243570 2026-08-15T11:03:51Z Mangilobaby 2432955 Improved, Thanks 5328740 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Rhoose''' ([[Welsh phrasebook|Welsh]]: ''Y Rhws'') is a village in the [[Vale of Glamorgan]] a county of [[Wales]] and is the home of the Cardiff Wales International Airport. The adjacent village of Font-y-gary is covered in this article as well. ==Understand== Rhoose (/ruːs/ ROOSS; Welsh: Y Rhws [ə ˈr̥uːs], from y rhos 'the moor' is a village and community near the sea (the Bristol Channel) in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, near Barry. The wider community includes villages and settlements such as Font-y-Gary, Penmark, East Aberthaw and Porthkerry. The population of the community in 2011 was 6,160. Rhoose is a rural and coastal village surrounded by farmland and countryside. Its location makes it a convenient base for travellers using Cardiff Airport and for visitors exploring the Vale of Glamorgan coast. The nearby coastline contains cliffs, beaches and scenic walking areas. The village is also close to several historic towns and attractions in the Vale of Glamorgan. The village also has a Holiday Park (Fontygary Leisure Park),some shops, a library, two public houses (The Fontygary Inn and the Highwayman), Rhoose Social Club, and an active Surf Lifesaving Club (Rhoose Lifeguards) established in 1968. ==History== The original settlement was centred around three large farms located at what is now the eastern end of the village. Prior to the 20th century these farmhouses and their associated outbuilding formed the core of the hamlet. Due to the small size of the original settlement, little reliable information concerning it’s past history is recorded. Although this area of South Wales was colonised by the Romans and there is evidence of settlements at Nurston, Penmark, Fonmon and East Aberthaw, there are no records of any remains in Rhoose. The nearest community was probably at Nurston on the northern edge of Cardiff airport. ==Climate== The current weather in Rhoose, United Kingdom, is mostly sunny with a temperature of 21°C. The humidity is around 63% with light winds blowing from the north at 3 mph. The air currently feels like 24°C. Daytime highs will hover around 21°C to 23°C over the weekend before experiencing a slight cooling trend down to 17°C by the end of next week. ==Get in== === By plane === * {{go | name=Cardiff Airport | alt={{IATA|CWL}} | url=https://www.cardiff-airport.com/ | email= | address= | lat=51.396667 | long=-3.343333 | directions= | phone=+44 1446 711111 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Cardiff Airport | image=Cardiff Airport (Oct 2010).jpg | wikidata=Q8994 | lastedit=2016-10-12 | content=The airport is served by a number of airlines including [http://www.KLM.com/ KLM], [https://www.thomascookairlines.com/ Thomson Cook] and [http://www.skybus.co.uk/ Skybus]. KLM provide worldwide links to Cardiff via [[Amsterdam Schiphol]]. Domestic services operate daily to [[Anglesey]], [[Belfast]], [[Newcastle upon Tyne|Newcastle]], [[Newquay]], [[Jersey]], [[Glasgow]] and [[Edinburgh]]. As for European routes, [[Amsterdam]], [[Paris]], [[Madrid]], [[Dublin]], and many other holiday routes such as [[Faro]], [[Palma de Mallorca]] and [[Alicante]], operate daily. }} === By train === * {{go | name=Rhoose Cardiff International Airport railway station | alt= | url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/RIA/details.html | email= | address= | lat=51.3872 | long=-3.3489 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rhoose Cardiff International Airport railway station | image=Rhoose up platform - geograph.org.uk - 2006661.jpg | wikidata=Q2146222 | lastedit=2016-10-12 | content=On the Vale of Glamorgan line that runs between [[Cardiff]] and [[Bridgend]] }} === By car === 12 miles south of the M4 between [[Cardiff]] and [[Bridgend]], 9 miles south east of [[Cowbridge]]. ==Get around== {{mapframe|51.3944|-3.3495|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Rhoose Point | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=51.3809 | long=-3.34202 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rhoose Point | wikidata=Q7321413 | lastedit=2016-10-12 | content=works of art made from rock and coastal rock platform }} * {{see | name=Penmark Castle | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-11-25 | content=Once belonging to the Umfravilles family. Nowadays a part of a 13th-century stone curtain wall survives along with a semi-circular tower. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Raj Kinara | alt=Indian | url= | email= | address=Fontygary Caravan Park | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name= Fontygary Inn | alt= | url=http://www.fontygaryinn.com/ | email= | address=Fonmon Rd, | lat=51.386712 | long= -3.364336 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-11-04 | content= }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Fontygary Caravan Park | alt= | url=http://www.fontygaryparks.co.uk/ | email= | address= | lat=51.385132 | long= -3.367362 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Airport | alt= | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/cardiff/cdfap/hoteldetail | email= | address=Port Rd | lat=51.398002 | long= -3.333662 | directions= | phone=+44 1446 711117 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2016-11-04 | content= }} ==Go next== *[[Barry]] *[[Gileston]] * [[Cardiff]] — Capital of Wales, with museums, historic buildings and cultural attractions. * [[Llantwit Major]] — Historic coastal town west of Rhoose. * [[Cowbridge]] — Historic market town in the Vale of Glamorgan. * [[Penarth]] — Victorian seaside town south of Cardiff. * [[Vale of Glamorgan]] — Rural area known for its coastline, villages and historic sites. {{IsPartOf|Glamorgan}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|51.38967|-3.34319|zoom=14}} 0bi63hff30d5lzis1z7j60t1dx1nrmv 5328751 5328740 2026-08-15T11:33:29Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* See */ Improved, Thanks 5328751 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Rhoose''' ([[Welsh phrasebook|Welsh]]: ''Y Rhws'') is a village in the [[Vale of Glamorgan]] a county of [[Wales]] and is the home of the Cardiff Wales International Airport. The adjacent village of Font-y-gary is covered in this article as well. ==Understand== Rhoose (/ruːs/ ROOSS; Welsh: Y Rhws [ə ˈr̥uːs], from y rhos 'the moor' is a village and community near the sea (the Bristol Channel) in the Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, near Barry. The wider community includes villages and settlements such as Font-y-Gary, Penmark, East Aberthaw and Porthkerry. The population of the community in 2011 was 6,160. Rhoose is a rural and coastal village surrounded by farmland and countryside. Its location makes it a convenient base for travellers using Cardiff Airport and for visitors exploring the Vale of Glamorgan coast. The nearby coastline contains cliffs, beaches and scenic walking areas. The village is also close to several historic towns and attractions in the Vale of Glamorgan. The village also has a Holiday Park (Fontygary Leisure Park),some shops, a library, two public houses (The Fontygary Inn and the Highwayman), Rhoose Social Club, and an active Surf Lifesaving Club (Rhoose Lifeguards) established in 1968. ==History== The original settlement was centred around three large farms located at what is now the eastern end of the village. Prior to the 20th century these farmhouses and their associated outbuilding formed the core of the hamlet. Due to the small size of the original settlement, little reliable information concerning it’s past history is recorded. Although this area of South Wales was colonised by the Romans and there is evidence of settlements at Nurston, Penmark, Fonmon and East Aberthaw, there are no records of any remains in Rhoose. The nearest community was probably at Nurston on the northern edge of Cardiff airport. ==Climate== The current weather in Rhoose, United Kingdom, is mostly sunny with a temperature of 21°C. The humidity is around 63% with light winds blowing from the north at 3 mph. The air currently feels like 24°C. Daytime highs will hover around 21°C to 23°C over the weekend before experiencing a slight cooling trend down to 17°C by the end of next week. ==Get in== === By plane === * {{go | name=Cardiff Airport | alt={{IATA|CWL}} | url=https://www.cardiff-airport.com/ | email= | address= | lat=51.396667 | long=-3.343333 | directions= | phone=+44 1446 711111 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Cardiff Airport | image=Cardiff Airport (Oct 2010).jpg | wikidata=Q8994 | lastedit=2016-10-12 | content=The airport is served by a number of airlines including [http://www.KLM.com/ KLM], [https://www.thomascookairlines.com/ Thomson Cook] and [http://www.skybus.co.uk/ Skybus]. KLM provide worldwide links to Cardiff via [[Amsterdam Schiphol]]. Domestic services operate daily to [[Anglesey]], [[Belfast]], [[Newcastle upon Tyne|Newcastle]], [[Newquay]], [[Jersey]], [[Glasgow]] and [[Edinburgh]]. As for European routes, [[Amsterdam]], [[Paris]], [[Madrid]], [[Dublin]], and many other holiday routes such as [[Faro]], [[Palma de Mallorca]] and [[Alicante]], operate daily. }} === By train === * {{go | name=Rhoose Cardiff International Airport railway station | alt= | url=http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/RIA/details.html | email= | address= | lat=51.3872 | long=-3.3489 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rhoose Cardiff International Airport railway station | image=Rhoose up platform - geograph.org.uk - 2006661.jpg | wikidata=Q2146222 | lastedit=2016-10-12 | content=On the Vale of Glamorgan line that runs between [[Cardiff]] and [[Bridgend]] }} === By car === 12 miles south of the M4 between [[Cardiff]] and [[Bridgend]], 9 miles south east of [[Cowbridge]]. ==Get around== {{mapframe|51.3944|-3.3495|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Rhoose Point | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=51.3809 | long=-3.34202 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rhoose Point | wikidata=Q7321413 | lastedit=2016-10-12 | content=works of art made from rock and coastal rock platform }} * {{see | name=Penmark Castle | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-11-25 | content=Once belonging to the Umfravilles family. Nowadays a part of a 13th-century stone curtain wall survives along with a semi-circular tower. }} * {{see | name=Fontygary Bay | alt= | url= | email= | address=Fontygary, Rhoose | lat= 51.387| long= 3.367| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= free | lastedit= | content=Small coastal bay near Rhoose with cliffs, countryside and views over the Bristol Channel. }} * {{see | name=Cardiff Airport | alt= | url= | email= | address=CF62 3BD, Rhoose, United Kingdom| lat= 51.3967| long=3.3433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Wales' main commercial airport, located immediately south of Rhoose. }} * {{see | name=Rhoose Cardiff International Airport railway station| alt= | url= | email= | address=Off Torbay Terrace, Rhoose, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 3HB| lat=51.388| long=3.348 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit= | content=Railway station serving Rhoose and Cardiff Airport, with services towards Cardiff and Bridgend. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Raj Kinara | alt=Indian | url= | email= | address=Fontygary Caravan Park | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content= }} * {{eat | name= Fontygary Inn | alt= | url=http://www.fontygaryinn.com/ | email= | address=Fonmon Rd, | lat=51.386712 | long= -3.364336 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-11-04 | content= }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== *{{sleep | name=Fontygary Caravan Park | alt= | url=http://www.fontygaryparks.co.uk/ | email= | address= | lat=51.385132 | long= -3.367362 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express Cardiff Airport | alt= | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/cardiff/cdfap/hoteldetail | email= | address=Port Rd | lat=51.398002 | long= -3.333662 | directions= | phone=+44 1446 711117 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2016-11-04 | content= }} ==Go next== *[[Barry]] *[[Gileston]] * [[Cardiff]] — Capital of Wales, with museums, historic buildings and cultural attractions. * [[Llantwit Major]] — Historic coastal town west of Rhoose. * [[Cowbridge]] — Historic market town in the Vale of Glamorgan. * [[Penarth]] — Victorian seaside town south of Cardiff. * [[Vale of Glamorgan]] — Rural area known for its coastline, villages and historic sites. {{IsPartOf|Glamorgan}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|51.38967|-3.34319|zoom=14}} cl3hc6q9qmdehro0xxqz3qvh5i2btn7 0 131988 5328443 3907617 2026-08-14T17:34:26Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get in */ Added a Map 5328443 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner}} '''Budslau''' (''Budsław'', ''Budslav'') is a village in Minsk Province, [[Belarus]], mostly notable for the National Sanctuary of the Mother of God of Budslau. ==Understand== Much of the village's history in XVI-XIX centuries revolves around the monastery of Franciscans Observants (commonly called Bernardines in this region; not to be confused with Cistercians who also sometimes go by the name of Bernardines). The icon of Virgin Mary which is now the basis of the monastery's fame was originally presented by Pope Clement VIII to Jan Pac, a wealthy local nobleman, on the latter's pilgrimage to Rome, and then donated to the monastery. ==Get in== Budslau is reachable by train (Maladziechna-Kruliaushchyzna railway line) or by car. {{mapframe|54.7986|27.5497|zoom=14}} ==See== * {{see | name=Sanctuary of the Mother of God of Budslau | alt=Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary | url= | email= | address= | lat=54.7871 | long=27.451 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A huge Baroque church with the status of Minor Basilica, the home of a venerated icon of Mary. It is a target of yearly religious pilgrimages. }} * {{see | name=Oskierko manor | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=54.7937 | long=27.4450 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=The remnants of the manor of the local noble Oskierko family. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Go next== {{isPartOf|Minsk Region}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|54.78|27.45}} dgg7mqos4os607f44fvbryojub8oeaq 0 132322 5328759 4557616 2026-08-15T11:44:52Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328759 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=Jining}} '''Jining''' (集宁; Jíníng) is a district of 377,000 people (2011) in [[Inner Mongolia]] at the southern foot of Huitengliang in the Yinshan Mountains. It is the main urban area of [[Ulanqab (prefecture)|Ulanqab Prefecture]]. ==Understand== [[File:虎山广场 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Tiger Hill Square (虎山广场)]] Jining was an independent city before it became a district of Ulanqab Prefecture. ==Get in== Jining is a railway hub; trains come in from [[Erenhot]] to the north, [[Hohhot]] and [[Baotou]] to the west, and the mining city [[Datong City|Datong]] to the south. The [[Trans-Siberian_Railway#Trans-Mongolian|Trans-Mongolian]] branch of the Trans-Siberian railway passes through the city. * {{go | name=Ulanqab Jining Airport | alt=Mongolian :ᠤᠯᠠᠭᠠᠨᠴᠠᠪᠵᠢᠩᠨᠢ ᠨᠢᠰᠬᠦ ᠪᠠᠭᠤᠳᠠᠯ, Cyrillic: Улаанцав Жининь нисэх буудал; {{IATA|UCB}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=northeast of the city, 11 km away from Jining South Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16259658 | lastedit=2022-05-15 | content= China International Airlines and Donghai Airlines operate flights from Zhengzhou, Hangzhou and Shenzhen. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe|35.4149|116.5871|zoom=11}} ==See== [[File:烈士纪念碑 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Martyrs' Monument]] * Martyrs' Monument (烈士纪念碑) ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Central Inner Mongolia}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|41.03|113.1}} d203sj6rr9rqn2mo61psffhvb9k00wh 5328761 5328759 2026-08-15T11:51:46Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Understand */ Added content 5328761 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=Jining}} '''Jining''' (集宁; Jíníng) is a district of 377,000 people (2011) in [[Inner Mongolia]] at the southern foot of Huitengliang in the Yinshan Mountains. It is the main urban area of [[Ulanqab (prefecture)|Ulanqab Prefecture]]. ==Understand== [[File:虎山广场 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Tiger Hill Square (虎山广场)]] Jining was an independent city before it became a district of Ulanqab Prefecture. Jining has a long history and was an important centre of transportation and trade because of its location along the Grand Canal. The city and surrounding area are also closely connected with the history of [[Confucianism]], with the birthplace and family home of [[Confucius]] located nearby in [[Qufu]]. Modern Jining is a regional centre for commerce, industry, education and transportation. It is also a useful base for visiting historic sites in southwestern Shandong. ==Get in== Jining is a railway hub; trains come in from [[Erenhot]] to the north, [[Hohhot]] and [[Baotou]] to the west, and the mining city [[Datong City|Datong]] to the south. The [[Trans-Siberian_Railway#Trans-Mongolian|Trans-Mongolian]] branch of the Trans-Siberian railway passes through the city. * {{go | name=Ulanqab Jining Airport | alt=Mongolian :ᠤᠯᠠᠭᠠᠨᠴᠠᠪᠵᠢᠩᠨᠢ ᠨᠢᠰᠬᠦ ᠪᠠᠭᠤᠳᠠᠯ, Cyrillic: Улаанцав Жининь нисэх буудал; {{IATA|UCB}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=northeast of the city, 11 km away from Jining South Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16259658 | lastedit=2022-05-15 | content= China International Airlines and Donghai Airlines operate flights from Zhengzhou, Hangzhou and Shenzhen. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe|35.4149|116.5871|zoom=11}} ==See== [[File:烈士纪念碑 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Martyrs' Monument]] * Martyrs' Monument (烈士纪念碑) ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Central Inner Mongolia}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|41.03|113.1}} ercy65o2ibiijotu9bx3h5w36iarsv6 5328763 5328761 2026-08-15T11:55:05Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Go next */ Added a content 5328763 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=Jining}} '''Jining''' (集宁; Jíníng) is a district of 377,000 people (2011) in [[Inner Mongolia]] at the southern foot of Huitengliang in the Yinshan Mountains. It is the main urban area of [[Ulanqab (prefecture)|Ulanqab Prefecture]]. ==Understand== [[File:虎山广场 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Tiger Hill Square (虎山广场)]] Jining was an independent city before it became a district of Ulanqab Prefecture. Jining has a long history and was an important centre of transportation and trade because of its location along the Grand Canal. The city and surrounding area are also closely connected with the history of [[Confucianism]], with the birthplace and family home of [[Confucius]] located nearby in [[Qufu]]. Modern Jining is a regional centre for commerce, industry, education and transportation. It is also a useful base for visiting historic sites in southwestern Shandong. ==Get in== Jining is a railway hub; trains come in from [[Erenhot]] to the north, [[Hohhot]] and [[Baotou]] to the west, and the mining city [[Datong City|Datong]] to the south. The [[Trans-Siberian_Railway#Trans-Mongolian|Trans-Mongolian]] branch of the Trans-Siberian railway passes through the city. * {{go | name=Ulanqab Jining Airport | alt=Mongolian :ᠤᠯᠠᠭᠠᠨᠴᠠᠪᠵᠢᠩᠨᠢ ᠨᠢᠰᠬᠦ ᠪᠠᠭᠤᠳᠠᠯ, Cyrillic: Улаанцав Жининь нисэх буудал; {{IATA|UCB}} | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=northeast of the city, 11 km away from Jining South Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16259658 | lastedit=2022-05-15 | content= China International Airlines and Donghai Airlines operate flights from Zhengzhou, Hangzhou and Shenzhen. }} ==Get around== {{mapframe|35.4149|116.5871|zoom=11}} ==See== [[File:烈士纪念碑 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Martyrs' Monument]] * Martyrs' Monument (烈士纪念碑) ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== * [[Qufu]] — Historic city and birthplace of Confucius, with major Confucian temples and monuments. * [[Tai'an]] — Gateway to [[Mount Tai]], one of China's most important sacred mountains. * [[Jinan]] — Capital of Shandong Province, known for its springs and historic sites. * [[Weishan Lake]] — Large lake and wetland area south of Jining. * [[Zoucheng]] — Historic city associated with Mencius and Confucian heritage. {{IsPartOf|Central Inner Mongolia}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|41.03|113.1}} 98aisjefge4v330r9adq6x10eqfk1tw 1 137211 5328539 5326922 2026-08-14T21:53:19Z Guarsid 2435042 /* Data caps and throttling on "unlimited" plans */ Reply 5328539 wikitext text/x-wiki == Country information == [[Mobile telephones#Information by Country]] is a mess of poorly-organised and often redundant information which overlaps the individual country articles, particularly in North America with [[United States of America#Mobile phones]], [[United States of America#Buying a mobile phone]] and [[Canada#Mobiles]]. See [[Talk:United States of America#Buying a mobile phone]]. [[User:K7L|K7L]] ([[User talk:K7L|talk]]) 18:30, 1 September 2014 (UTC) == Prepaid operators == I think the table about operators offering prepaid or international SIMs will be a monster if covering even a dozen of the most visited countries. I also doubt it be maintained for all countries covered. I have no solution to the problem, but we should think carefully what the scope of such a table should be. --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:25, 15 April 2015 (UTC) :True. I might have been the one who tagged this as {{tl|merge}} when it was a separate stub of an article, and maybe this should have been sent to VfD instead as the whole thing is skewed to one country too badly to be useful. :( [[User:K7L|K7L]] ([[User talk:K7L|talk]]) 14:23, 15 April 2015 (UTC) == Phone numbers == There seems to be no section about phone numbers. The issue can be somewhat confusing, as numbers are often found in domestic form, and many enter phone numbers in domestic form when not travelling. Some discussion would be helpful. Under what circumstances is a number without international prefix (+code) treated as referencing that number in the home country of the SIM, and when as one in the local operator's country? Many numbers are unreachable from abroad, are they reachable from roaming phones? The issue popped up for Norwegian emergency numbers. 112 is treated as a special case by the phone and by the network (at least GSM and successors), but what about 113 & al, and service numbers such as 08505? And what about 911, 999, 111 & co if recognized by the phone but possibly in conflicting use locally? --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:45, 6 April 2017 (UTC) == Costs for caller == I have understood that the caller always pays the rate he or she would pay if the target phone were in the home net (defined according to SIM and called number). Any higher costs would be surprises for those not knowing about the travel, and the operators will hardly give any reductions without special arrangements. However, in Roaming we say "Moreover, those who send you an SMS using a carrier back home will be charged at local rates." as if the same were not the case for calls. I suppose the sentence should be removed, but want to be sure. --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:36, 6 October 2017 (UTC) == Alternative banner for this article? == [[File:WV_banner_Mobile_telephones.jpg|right|thumb|500px|Banner currently used in this article]] [[File:Mobile Phones Wikivoyage banner.jpg|right|thumb|500px|Suggested new alternative banner]] I created a new alternative banner for this article (I initially created it first and foremost so that it would be used at the top of the parallel article in the Hebrew edition of Wikivoyage, yet I later decided to also suggest that the English Wikivoyage community would consider using it here as well). So, which banner do you prefer having at the top of this article? [[User:ויקיג&#39;אנקי|ויקיג&#39;אנקי]] ([[User talk:ויקיג&#39;אנקי|talk]]) 08:28, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :I like the composition of the current banner, but the phone in it is so old, so I think we should go with your suggested replacement, even though the photo is kind of drab. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 08:49, 13 September 2018 (UTC) ::Alternative banner. <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 14:22, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::I like the alternative much better. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 14:40, 13 September 2018 (UTC) ::::It seems like everyone wants to see the new banner, so I will make the change for this one. We can always change it back if someone comes along and disagrees with the change. <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 17:34, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::::Looks good! <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 17:35, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::::I agree, looks good and the tech featured is more current. [[User:DethDestroyerOfWords|DethDestroyerOfWords]] ([[User talk:DethDestroyerOfWords|talk]]) 13:52, 14 September 2018 (UTC) == To guide? == Another quite extensive article; what would you say is missing before it can be upgraded to guide? -- [[User:Ypsilon|<span style="color:#0000ff"><b>ϒ</b>ψιλον</span>]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|<span style="color:#333333">talk</span>]]) 17:25, 1 April 2019 (UTC) : It needs a thorough review. I notice the first section after the intro ("Mobile phone basics") talks extensively about the EU, with only some remarks about the rest of the world. The section on technologies in "Bring your phone" is quite nerdy, with name dropping of sometimes unclear benefit. I think it could be written to be quite a bit clearer. Roaming is mentioned three times before the section "Roaming", where most of that information has to be repeated. Etc. I.e. some moving stuff around is needed. : One thing I notice is absent, is a discussion about what kind of phone to bring or buy, except the discussion on radio standards and frequencies. Should you bring a smartphone or buy a sturdy and cheap old model? If you look forward to install local apps, are those available for all phones or is some OS a safer bet than others? I suppose there are other choices, which may be relevant when travelling but less so at home, and thus easily forgotten. (And should you install some apps already at home? – at least navigation apps with large maps are probably in that category.) : The Regions section has more than a screenful about North America (apparently Canada and USA, with "the Caribbean" mentioned in parenthesis), while Europe has a paragraph each on three countries, Asia mentions six and Africa has three lines about Egypt. Some attempt should be done to research the missing countries. : --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 18:57, 1 April 2019 (UTC) == Mandatory ID checking == The article says that prepaid SIM cards "used to be cheap (€10 or less with credit included) and widely available in the EU until 2016, when legislation banned anonymous pre-paid SIM cards." A month ago I bought a prepaid SIM in Finland for €5, containing €6 worth of calls and data (valid 6 month without topping, no weirdness, 7c/min, which I regard normal, although most people over here have €20/month unlimited bundles). Similar SIMs are offered all around. I did not tell my name nor show an ID. Was the telco shop breaking rules? Is Finland an outlier? --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:51, 5 April 2020 (UTC) : [https://elisa.fi/attachment/content/Saunalahti-PREPAID-erityisehdot-FI.pdf Saunalahti] at least doesn't seem to ask for ID "to take the service in use". --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 18:09, 5 April 2020 (UTC) :: No registering needed with my card, not then and not for topping up. They do have some offers that require registration – and if you buy an Android Google and its patners want to know anything about you, even if you are going to nuke the operating system ... But no, no ID needed for legal purposes. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:09, 13 May 2021 (UTC) ::: I now removed the discussion from Mobile phone basics, where it does not belong. What directive is this? Implementation seems to vary to a degree that there is no use discussing EU as one entity when it comes to SIM buying. Here are the removed sentences: :::: [SIMs used to be cheap and easily available] in the EU until 2016 when, due to an EU directive, buying a pre-paid SIM has become more difficult in some countries due to their implementation of this directive; for example, in some countries (e.g. Italy) a local tax code may be necessary. However, in many other EU countries it is still quite possible to freely buy prepaid SIMs without any identification or only minimal identification as a short-term visitor (in fact, in most EU countries that require identification it is sufficient just to present your passport or passport and hotel booking as proof of address). ::: –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:01, 30 June 2021 (UTC) == List of problematic countries == I am not sure we want the list of countries where obtaining a local SIM is problematic (the infobox). The information should be in the respective Connect sections anyway. I think it is enough to mention the problems generally, warning about groups of countries or territories (Come on, would you expect to be able to get a SIM from a local supermarket or telco outlet in the [[South Sandwich Islands]]? A small gift shop at [[Grytviken]] is all there is, no mobile phone antennas other than perhaps on visiting ships). [[China#Mobile phones]] recommends buying a prepaid card for stays over a few days, is that info outdated? Similar for [[Cuba#Phone]]. [[India#Mobile]] seems to suggest prepaid, with no issues mentioned. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:55, 6 June 2021 (UTC) : The linked site has a million partners for which cookies have to be turned off manually one by one in a hidden list, if I understood correctly. Accept or turn off javascript. I don't like such sites and my filters are not working (upgrade problems). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:12, 6 June 2021 (UTC) :: I like how you left examples of different restrictions with examples. Sorry for providing a link to such a website. uBlock Origin removes 100% of their cookie consents via special anti-cookie list. I mentioned this website since it's the most valuable website for the topic of prepaid SIMs. OFFTOPIC: do you think I may add one international SIM operator, that I have recently started using? I'd really like to recommend it, since its really a good deal for roaming (and also has unlimited traffic for messengers). [[User:Soshial|Soshial]] ([[User talk:Soshial|talk]]) 14:52, 6 June 2021 (UTC) == Domestic phone numbers with foreign phone == {{swept}} I asked a few years back at [[Talk:Mobile phones#Phone numbers]]. Now the question popped up again in [[Talk:Australia#Phone number format]]: : There seems to be no section about phone numbers. The issue can be somewhat confusing, as numbers are often found in domestic form, and many enter phone numbers in domestic form when not travelling. Some discussion would be helpful. : Under what circumstances is a number without international prefix (+code) treated as referencing that number in the home country of the SIM, and when as one in the local operator's country? Many numbers are unreachable from abroad, are they reachable from roaming phones? : The issue popped up for Norwegian emergency numbers. 112 is treated as a special case by the phone and by the network (at least GSM and successors), but what about 113 & al, and service numbers such as 08505? And what about 911, 999, 111 & co if recognized by the phone but possibly in conflicting use locally? : --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:45, 6 April 2017 (UTC) [[User:LivelyRatification|LivelyRatification]] wrote in Talk:Australia: : "In most cases, you simply don't have to call these listings overseas. Maybe for booking accomodation, but [...]. My personal preference would be to format numbers as you see them in Australia, +61 XX XXXX XXXX. If we must keep it internationalised, [...]" So does anybody know the standard or have experience from around the world? If you call {{nowrap|02 1234 5678}} from Queensland with a SIM from France, does it get answered in New South Wales or in Brittany? Does whether you have the number saved in your phone (without prefix) matter? Are special numbers such as 113 in Norway guaranteed to work as expected with a foreign SIM? What about the 0800 toll-free numbers in many countries? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:38, 13 May 2021 (UTC) :My experience in Thailand (but already a few years ago): Calling {{nowrap|02 123 4567}} (no country code) would connect me to a wired phone in Bangkok. But my Dutch phone company had some extra information that said: "When in Thailand, make shure you are connected to Thai phone company X, when connected to another Thai phone company than X the call will be more expensive". So if there is a kind of business arrangement between both companies, you get the best price by selecting the advised connection from the available connections. In another country it could be possible that you cannot make any call unless you connect to the right phone company, because without a business arrangement with your own phone company your call cannot be charged to you own phone company. --[[User:FredTC|FredTC]] ([[User talk:FredTC|talk]]) 11:56, 13 May 2021 (UTC) :: I see two possibilities for that advice: either the Dutch company has roaming agreements with different companies, with different terms, or the Thai companies have different policies/agreements with the landline company, and letting that spill over on the foreign roaming customers. I'd suppose there are international frameworks for the roaming agreements, and those would influence what customers should expect. Does anyone know? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:48, 14 May 2021 (UTC) == "Global 5G support" == The bullet on 5G [[Special:Diff/4230453/4241694|was changed]] to : Many countries have 5G networks available now, although phones with "global" 5G support are not widely available yet. {{ping|Jamar0303}} Are there incompatible 5G standards? How does a phone with "global 5G support" differ from one with domestic 5G support? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:15, 30 June 2021 (UTC) :: It's not that there are incompatible 5G standards; surprisingly, the world has largely agreed on the NR standard. However, there are a significantly larger variety of radio bands that 5G spectrum can be deployed on (band numbers are now creeping into the 3-digits), and mobile phone manufacturers are largely choosing to only include a given region's frequency bands in devices sold in that region. Some flagship phones have some measure of support for 5G outside the region they're sold in, but it's not common practice yet. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 07:26, 30 June 2021 (UTC) ::: OK. Odd that they didn't succeed in getting the frequencies standardised. Do they vary from country to country or are they coordinated by ITU region? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:33, 30 June 2021 (UTC) :::: Some frequency bands are country-specific or specific to a couple of countries (for example, n71 is limited to the US and Canada for now, and n2, n12, n260, and n261 among a couple others are US-only) but others are more coordinated (for example, n78 is the "common" mid-band and n28 is the "common" low-band in ITU regions 1 and 3; you'll see those most often in those ITU regions). Some are only used by a few countries but don't seem to be ITU-coordinated (for example, n41 is being used in China, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Trinidad and Tobago, and the US). Also, the one exception to the "largely agreed" I mentioned earlier is that some wireless operators in the US are running separate 5G networks for mobile users and home internet, where the 5G home internet network uses a different standard not used elsewhere. These proprietary networks cover areas that the NR-standard networks for mobile users also cover, so any visitor with a 5G phone that supports the US frequency bands would still have access to 5G with no issue. Hope that helps explain. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 17:42, 30 June 2021 (UTC) ::::: My impression of what you are saying is that although there are frequencies used in only some countries, there are also widely used frequencies, and I'd suppose most 5G phones to cover enough "common" frequencies to get 5G coverage in any country with a 5G network, perhaps not as good coverage as a domestic phone, but enough that whether there are any 5G networks around is a bigger issue. Isn't that so? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:12, 1 July 2021 (UTC) :::::: The point I made with saying that "global" support isn't all that common is that there are widely used frequencies, but that they're still limited by ITU region. At this time, most 5G phones sold in EMEA or Asia will have enough "common" frequencies to work within those regions, and in each other's regions. As you mentioned, speeds and coverage will not be as good as a locally sold phone that might cover some local-specific frequencies, but they will work. Going to and coming from North America, however, most 5G phones sold in North America so far will only work on 5G in North America and a few countries that happen to use some of the same North American frequencies, and the same applies in the other direction. As an example of a mid-range phone with 5G not having "global" support, a factory-unlocked or T-Mobile branded Samsung Galaxy A32 5G purchased in the US only has n25, n41, n66, and n71. Of these, only n41 is used outside North America, and China is the only other country to widely use it (that is, widely enough that worrying about whether 5G is around is the bigger issue). Meanwhile, a Europe-market model of the same phone has n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n78, and n79. Of these, only n5 (AT&T), n38 (Rogers), and n41 (T-Mobile) are used in North America, and only AT&T's is "nationwide", while the other two use theirs for additional capacity in large and mid-sized cities. So it's a bit of a minefield. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 02:38, 3 July 2021 (UTC) == WCDMA == [[North Korea#Connect]] says that only WCDMA phones will work. Also the section here on North America uses that acronym. However, it is not explained in Bring your phone, where other acronyms are explained. Could somebody add it there? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:16, 20 March 2022 (UTC) == Changes? == A pair of articles, first one: [https://hasbrouck.org/blog/archives/002647.html FAQ for international travellers about the 2G and 3G cellphone "sunset"] basically saying many phones will soon stop working in many places & you'll need 4G or 5G. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 09:36, 17 April 2022 (UTC) == Wikia link == There is now a link to a "list and comparison of such services" (at Fandom.com). Generally, we don't link to such sites (see [[Wikivoyage:External links]]). Is this case worth an exception? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:56, 5 October 2024 (UTC) == What companies should be listed? == I just reverted an edit where [[User:45.249.10.87]] [[Special:Diff/4949056/4979508|added]] [https://etijwaal.com/ eTijwaal] to the list of companies. The text says these companies have eSIMs for more than 200 countries, while eTijwaal serves "more than 160" according to its web site. Do those now listed reach 200? Are they the ones or just an arbitrary selection? Is 200 a meaningful limit? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:42, 4 December 2024 (UTC) :And now [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] reverted a similar edit, with only the default edit summary. So, the question about what companies to list remains. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:49, 2 January 2025 (UTC) == Advice on micro-SD == The following advice [[Special:Diff/5034392/5035155|was removed]]: : "it is easy to lose the minuscule modern ones while changing cards in busy areas or off-road. Plan ahead so that you can do it in a comfortable environment, or perhaps offload to USB sticks (using a laptop or a suitable adapter), which are easier to handle." I don't think this is Cpt Obvious at the time of packing, and I don't see it as "clunky [or] long-winded". I don't know how easy it in general is to offload to USB sticks (and how safe, if you need to use an internet-café computer), but I still wouldn't want to change micro-SDs other than in a calm private indoor space. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:41, 18 March 2025 (UTC) :Hi LPfi, thanks as always for your feedback and your hard work on this article yesterday. I used to have an android phone with a micro SD card, which are absolutely tiny. I think it is incredibly obvious that if you're handling them, you need to be careful. I think this is perfectly in line with [[Wikivoyage:No advice from Captain Obvious|WV:obvious]]. This is why I removed that section. :Generally, this article is a shocker. It focusses too much on out-dated information and niche use cases that no longer apply. Maybe the average traveller had to worry about changing micro SD cards back when 4 and 8 gb units were more common. But nowadays a 128gb one is dirt cheap and will last for the life of the phone. This was my experience even 7 or 8 years ago. :To add some context as to where I'm coming from, I've travelled to 30+ countries over the last 12 years with whatever smartphone I had at the time, and I have never had a problem. Lately I have been buying an eSIM and away I go. Part of me questions why we have this article at all. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 05:54, 19 March 2025 (UTC) ::I had to change a SIM card last April on my iPhone 11. Weirdly, I would have had to wait 10 days to get an eSIM from O2, but they could sell me a physical SIM card right away. So this stuff isn't as obsolete as all that. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:59, 19 March 2025 (UTC) == Data caps and throttling on "unlimited" plans == I work in the travel eSIM industry, so I have a conflict of interest and won't edit the article directly. This isn't about any particular company though, mine included. The "eSIM technology" section covers where to buy and what phones support it, but doesn't mention data caps or throttling anywhere, and that's probably the most common way travellers get caught out. Plans sold as "unlimited" usually aren't: most give a daily allowance at full speed and then drop to a much slower connection for the rest of the day. The reduced speed is often around 512 kbps, which is fine for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Neither figure is always shown prominently at the point of sale. Suggested addition, wording entirely open to change: "Plans advertised as unlimited usually are not. Most give a daily allowance at full speed, after which the connection continues at a much reduced speed, often around 512 kbps, until the next day. That is enough for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Check both the daily allowance and the reduced speed before buying, as neither is always shown prominently." Happy to be told the section is better off without it :) [[User:Guarsid|Guarsid]] ([[User talk:Guarsid|talk]]) 19:56, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Thank you. The suggested wording seems fine to me. I wonder to what extent the same is true for some plans with physical pre-paid SIMs. If there are similar issues, the advice should go into some general section (what section?) instead of the eSIM one. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:50, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::Yes, it applies to physical prepaid SIMs too, so a general section makes sense. ::Two things differ: local operators usually do publish the allowance and thereduced speed in their terms, and that speed varies far more than on travel eSIMs (roughly 128 kbps to a few Mbps). And some operators don't throttle by volume at all — they deprioritise you behind their own subscribers, so speed only drops on a busy cell. Tethering is often excluded or capped separately on both. ::Revised wording: ::"Data sold as <nowiki>''</nowiki>unlimited<nowiki>''</nowiki> rarely is. Most plans give an allowance at full speed, often per day, after which the connection continues at a much reduced speed until it resets. Around 512 kbps is common on travel eSIMs; local operators vary more widely. That is enough for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Some operators instead give you lower priority than their own subscribers rather than a fixed reduced speed, so you only notice when the network is busy. Tethering is frequently excluded or capped separately. Check the allowance, the reduced speed and the tethering terms before buying, as they are not always shown prominently." ::<nowiki>On the section: it applies to Roaming, Local SIM cards, International SIM cards and eSIM alike. A short subsection under Bring your phone, after Roaming, would cover all four — or the end of Local SIM cards with a link from the eSIM section. No strong view, whichever fits the house style. ~~~~</nowiki> [[User:Guarsid|Guarsid]] ([[User talk:Guarsid|talk]]) 21:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) 8i9u2tqaj4iaao7c9zgmftdx1c7k6t9 5328544 5328539 2026-08-14T22:38:08Z Guarsid 2435042 /* What companies should be listed? */ Reply 5328544 wikitext text/x-wiki == Country information == [[Mobile telephones#Information by Country]] is a mess of poorly-organised and often redundant information which overlaps the individual country articles, particularly in North America with [[United States of America#Mobile phones]], [[United States of America#Buying a mobile phone]] and [[Canada#Mobiles]]. See [[Talk:United States of America#Buying a mobile phone]]. [[User:K7L|K7L]] ([[User talk:K7L|talk]]) 18:30, 1 September 2014 (UTC) == Prepaid operators == I think the table about operators offering prepaid or international SIMs will be a monster if covering even a dozen of the most visited countries. I also doubt it be maintained for all countries covered. I have no solution to the problem, but we should think carefully what the scope of such a table should be. --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:25, 15 April 2015 (UTC) :True. I might have been the one who tagged this as {{tl|merge}} when it was a separate stub of an article, and maybe this should have been sent to VfD instead as the whole thing is skewed to one country too badly to be useful. :( [[User:K7L|K7L]] ([[User talk:K7L|talk]]) 14:23, 15 April 2015 (UTC) == Phone numbers == There seems to be no section about phone numbers. The issue can be somewhat confusing, as numbers are often found in domestic form, and many enter phone numbers in domestic form when not travelling. Some discussion would be helpful. Under what circumstances is a number without international prefix (+code) treated as referencing that number in the home country of the SIM, and when as one in the local operator's country? Many numbers are unreachable from abroad, are they reachable from roaming phones? The issue popped up for Norwegian emergency numbers. 112 is treated as a special case by the phone and by the network (at least GSM and successors), but what about 113 & al, and service numbers such as 08505? And what about 911, 999, 111 & co if recognized by the phone but possibly in conflicting use locally? --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:45, 6 April 2017 (UTC) == Costs for caller == I have understood that the caller always pays the rate he or she would pay if the target phone were in the home net (defined according to SIM and called number). Any higher costs would be surprises for those not knowing about the travel, and the operators will hardly give any reductions without special arrangements. However, in Roaming we say "Moreover, those who send you an SMS using a carrier back home will be charged at local rates." as if the same were not the case for calls. I suppose the sentence should be removed, but want to be sure. --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:36, 6 October 2017 (UTC) == Alternative banner for this article? == [[File:WV_banner_Mobile_telephones.jpg|right|thumb|500px|Banner currently used in this article]] [[File:Mobile Phones Wikivoyage banner.jpg|right|thumb|500px|Suggested new alternative banner]] I created a new alternative banner for this article (I initially created it first and foremost so that it would be used at the top of the parallel article in the Hebrew edition of Wikivoyage, yet I later decided to also suggest that the English Wikivoyage community would consider using it here as well). So, which banner do you prefer having at the top of this article? [[User:ויקיג&#39;אנקי|ויקיג&#39;אנקי]] ([[User talk:ויקיג&#39;אנקי|talk]]) 08:28, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :I like the composition of the current banner, but the phone in it is so old, so I think we should go with your suggested replacement, even though the photo is kind of drab. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 08:49, 13 September 2018 (UTC) ::Alternative banner. <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 14:22, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::I like the alternative much better. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 14:40, 13 September 2018 (UTC) ::::It seems like everyone wants to see the new banner, so I will make the change for this one. We can always change it back if someone comes along and disagrees with the change. <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 17:34, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::::Looks good! <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 17:35, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::::I agree, looks good and the tech featured is more current. [[User:DethDestroyerOfWords|DethDestroyerOfWords]] ([[User talk:DethDestroyerOfWords|talk]]) 13:52, 14 September 2018 (UTC) == To guide? == Another quite extensive article; what would you say is missing before it can be upgraded to guide? -- [[User:Ypsilon|<span style="color:#0000ff"><b>ϒ</b>ψιλον</span>]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|<span style="color:#333333">talk</span>]]) 17:25, 1 April 2019 (UTC) : It needs a thorough review. I notice the first section after the intro ("Mobile phone basics") talks extensively about the EU, with only some remarks about the rest of the world. The section on technologies in "Bring your phone" is quite nerdy, with name dropping of sometimes unclear benefit. I think it could be written to be quite a bit clearer. Roaming is mentioned three times before the section "Roaming", where most of that information has to be repeated. Etc. I.e. some moving stuff around is needed. : One thing I notice is absent, is a discussion about what kind of phone to bring or buy, except the discussion on radio standards and frequencies. Should you bring a smartphone or buy a sturdy and cheap old model? If you look forward to install local apps, are those available for all phones or is some OS a safer bet than others? I suppose there are other choices, which may be relevant when travelling but less so at home, and thus easily forgotten. (And should you install some apps already at home? – at least navigation apps with large maps are probably in that category.) : The Regions section has more than a screenful about North America (apparently Canada and USA, with "the Caribbean" mentioned in parenthesis), while Europe has a paragraph each on three countries, Asia mentions six and Africa has three lines about Egypt. Some attempt should be done to research the missing countries. : --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 18:57, 1 April 2019 (UTC) == Mandatory ID checking == The article says that prepaid SIM cards "used to be cheap (€10 or less with credit included) and widely available in the EU until 2016, when legislation banned anonymous pre-paid SIM cards." A month ago I bought a prepaid SIM in Finland for €5, containing €6 worth of calls and data (valid 6 month without topping, no weirdness, 7c/min, which I regard normal, although most people over here have €20/month unlimited bundles). Similar SIMs are offered all around. I did not tell my name nor show an ID. Was the telco shop breaking rules? Is Finland an outlier? --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:51, 5 April 2020 (UTC) : [https://elisa.fi/attachment/content/Saunalahti-PREPAID-erityisehdot-FI.pdf Saunalahti] at least doesn't seem to ask for ID "to take the service in use". --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 18:09, 5 April 2020 (UTC) :: No registering needed with my card, not then and not for topping up. They do have some offers that require registration – and if you buy an Android Google and its patners want to know anything about you, even if you are going to nuke the operating system ... But no, no ID needed for legal purposes. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:09, 13 May 2021 (UTC) ::: I now removed the discussion from Mobile phone basics, where it does not belong. What directive is this? Implementation seems to vary to a degree that there is no use discussing EU as one entity when it comes to SIM buying. Here are the removed sentences: :::: [SIMs used to be cheap and easily available] in the EU until 2016 when, due to an EU directive, buying a pre-paid SIM has become more difficult in some countries due to their implementation of this directive; for example, in some countries (e.g. Italy) a local tax code may be necessary. However, in many other EU countries it is still quite possible to freely buy prepaid SIMs without any identification or only minimal identification as a short-term visitor (in fact, in most EU countries that require identification it is sufficient just to present your passport or passport and hotel booking as proof of address). ::: –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:01, 30 June 2021 (UTC) == List of problematic countries == I am not sure we want the list of countries where obtaining a local SIM is problematic (the infobox). The information should be in the respective Connect sections anyway. I think it is enough to mention the problems generally, warning about groups of countries or territories (Come on, would you expect to be able to get a SIM from a local supermarket or telco outlet in the [[South Sandwich Islands]]? A small gift shop at [[Grytviken]] is all there is, no mobile phone antennas other than perhaps on visiting ships). [[China#Mobile phones]] recommends buying a prepaid card for stays over a few days, is that info outdated? Similar for [[Cuba#Phone]]. [[India#Mobile]] seems to suggest prepaid, with no issues mentioned. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:55, 6 June 2021 (UTC) : The linked site has a million partners for which cookies have to be turned off manually one by one in a hidden list, if I understood correctly. Accept or turn off javascript. I don't like such sites and my filters are not working (upgrade problems). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:12, 6 June 2021 (UTC) :: I like how you left examples of different restrictions with examples. Sorry for providing a link to such a website. uBlock Origin removes 100% of their cookie consents via special anti-cookie list. I mentioned this website since it's the most valuable website for the topic of prepaid SIMs. OFFTOPIC: do you think I may add one international SIM operator, that I have recently started using? I'd really like to recommend it, since its really a good deal for roaming (and also has unlimited traffic for messengers). [[User:Soshial|Soshial]] ([[User talk:Soshial|talk]]) 14:52, 6 June 2021 (UTC) == Domestic phone numbers with foreign phone == {{swept}} I asked a few years back at [[Talk:Mobile phones#Phone numbers]]. Now the question popped up again in [[Talk:Australia#Phone number format]]: : There seems to be no section about phone numbers. The issue can be somewhat confusing, as numbers are often found in domestic form, and many enter phone numbers in domestic form when not travelling. Some discussion would be helpful. : Under what circumstances is a number without international prefix (+code) treated as referencing that number in the home country of the SIM, and when as one in the local operator's country? Many numbers are unreachable from abroad, are they reachable from roaming phones? : The issue popped up for Norwegian emergency numbers. 112 is treated as a special case by the phone and by the network (at least GSM and successors), but what about 113 & al, and service numbers such as 08505? And what about 911, 999, 111 & co if recognized by the phone but possibly in conflicting use locally? : --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:45, 6 April 2017 (UTC) [[User:LivelyRatification|LivelyRatification]] wrote in Talk:Australia: : "In most cases, you simply don't have to call these listings overseas. Maybe for booking accomodation, but [...]. My personal preference would be to format numbers as you see them in Australia, +61 XX XXXX XXXX. If we must keep it internationalised, [...]" So does anybody know the standard or have experience from around the world? If you call {{nowrap|02 1234 5678}} from Queensland with a SIM from France, does it get answered in New South Wales or in Brittany? Does whether you have the number saved in your phone (without prefix) matter? Are special numbers such as 113 in Norway guaranteed to work as expected with a foreign SIM? What about the 0800 toll-free numbers in many countries? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:38, 13 May 2021 (UTC) :My experience in Thailand (but already a few years ago): Calling {{nowrap|02 123 4567}} (no country code) would connect me to a wired phone in Bangkok. But my Dutch phone company had some extra information that said: "When in Thailand, make shure you are connected to Thai phone company X, when connected to another Thai phone company than X the call will be more expensive". So if there is a kind of business arrangement between both companies, you get the best price by selecting the advised connection from the available connections. In another country it could be possible that you cannot make any call unless you connect to the right phone company, because without a business arrangement with your own phone company your call cannot be charged to you own phone company. --[[User:FredTC|FredTC]] ([[User talk:FredTC|talk]]) 11:56, 13 May 2021 (UTC) :: I see two possibilities for that advice: either the Dutch company has roaming agreements with different companies, with different terms, or the Thai companies have different policies/agreements with the landline company, and letting that spill over on the foreign roaming customers. I'd suppose there are international frameworks for the roaming agreements, and those would influence what customers should expect. Does anyone know? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:48, 14 May 2021 (UTC) == "Global 5G support" == The bullet on 5G [[Special:Diff/4230453/4241694|was changed]] to : Many countries have 5G networks available now, although phones with "global" 5G support are not widely available yet. {{ping|Jamar0303}} Are there incompatible 5G standards? How does a phone with "global 5G support" differ from one with domestic 5G support? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:15, 30 June 2021 (UTC) :: It's not that there are incompatible 5G standards; surprisingly, the world has largely agreed on the NR standard. However, there are a significantly larger variety of radio bands that 5G spectrum can be deployed on (band numbers are now creeping into the 3-digits), and mobile phone manufacturers are largely choosing to only include a given region's frequency bands in devices sold in that region. Some flagship phones have some measure of support for 5G outside the region they're sold in, but it's not common practice yet. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 07:26, 30 June 2021 (UTC) ::: OK. Odd that they didn't succeed in getting the frequencies standardised. Do they vary from country to country or are they coordinated by ITU region? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:33, 30 June 2021 (UTC) :::: Some frequency bands are country-specific or specific to a couple of countries (for example, n71 is limited to the US and Canada for now, and n2, n12, n260, and n261 among a couple others are US-only) but others are more coordinated (for example, n78 is the "common" mid-band and n28 is the "common" low-band in ITU regions 1 and 3; you'll see those most often in those ITU regions). Some are only used by a few countries but don't seem to be ITU-coordinated (for example, n41 is being used in China, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Trinidad and Tobago, and the US). Also, the one exception to the "largely agreed" I mentioned earlier is that some wireless operators in the US are running separate 5G networks for mobile users and home internet, where the 5G home internet network uses a different standard not used elsewhere. These proprietary networks cover areas that the NR-standard networks for mobile users also cover, so any visitor with a 5G phone that supports the US frequency bands would still have access to 5G with no issue. Hope that helps explain. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 17:42, 30 June 2021 (UTC) ::::: My impression of what you are saying is that although there are frequencies used in only some countries, there are also widely used frequencies, and I'd suppose most 5G phones to cover enough "common" frequencies to get 5G coverage in any country with a 5G network, perhaps not as good coverage as a domestic phone, but enough that whether there are any 5G networks around is a bigger issue. Isn't that so? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:12, 1 July 2021 (UTC) :::::: The point I made with saying that "global" support isn't all that common is that there are widely used frequencies, but that they're still limited by ITU region. At this time, most 5G phones sold in EMEA or Asia will have enough "common" frequencies to work within those regions, and in each other's regions. As you mentioned, speeds and coverage will not be as good as a locally sold phone that might cover some local-specific frequencies, but they will work. Going to and coming from North America, however, most 5G phones sold in North America so far will only work on 5G in North America and a few countries that happen to use some of the same North American frequencies, and the same applies in the other direction. As an example of a mid-range phone with 5G not having "global" support, a factory-unlocked or T-Mobile branded Samsung Galaxy A32 5G purchased in the US only has n25, n41, n66, and n71. Of these, only n41 is used outside North America, and China is the only other country to widely use it (that is, widely enough that worrying about whether 5G is around is the bigger issue). Meanwhile, a Europe-market model of the same phone has n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n78, and n79. Of these, only n5 (AT&T), n38 (Rogers), and n41 (T-Mobile) are used in North America, and only AT&T's is "nationwide", while the other two use theirs for additional capacity in large and mid-sized cities. So it's a bit of a minefield. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 02:38, 3 July 2021 (UTC) == WCDMA == [[North Korea#Connect]] says that only WCDMA phones will work. Also the section here on North America uses that acronym. However, it is not explained in Bring your phone, where other acronyms are explained. Could somebody add it there? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:16, 20 March 2022 (UTC) == Changes? == A pair of articles, first one: [https://hasbrouck.org/blog/archives/002647.html FAQ for international travellers about the 2G and 3G cellphone "sunset"] basically saying many phones will soon stop working in many places & you'll need 4G or 5G. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 09:36, 17 April 2022 (UTC) == Wikia link == There is now a link to a "list and comparison of such services" (at Fandom.com). Generally, we don't link to such sites (see [[Wikivoyage:External links]]). Is this case worth an exception? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:56, 5 October 2024 (UTC) == What companies should be listed? == I just reverted an edit where [[User:45.249.10.87]] [[Special:Diff/4949056/4979508|added]] [https://etijwaal.com/ eTijwaal] to the list of companies. The text says these companies have eSIMs for more than 200 countries, while eTijwaal serves "more than 160" according to its web site. Do those now listed reach 200? Are they the ones or just an arbitrary selection? Is 200 a meaningful limit? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:42, 4 December 2024 (UTC) :And now [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] reverted a similar edit, with only the default edit summary. So, the question about what companies to list remains. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:49, 2 January 2025 (UTC) ::Disclosure first: I work for PuraSIM, a travel eSIM provider, so I won't edit the article myself. ::On the open question, the current wording doesn't hold up. Roamix states "190+ countries" on its own site. GoMoWorld states "200+ destinations" and "170 countries" on the same page. Airalo, Nomad and SimCorner all advertise destinations, not countries. A regional or global plan counts as one destination alongside individual ones, which is why the figures look larger than they are. So "over 200 countries" describes none of the current entries precisely, and eTijwaal was reverted against a bar the listed providers don't clear either. ::Suggested fix: "...are examples of companies that offer eSIMs for most countries in the world, usually giving the customer..." Accurate, and it ends the revert-by-number problem for good. ::If the list is meant to be illustrative, three that could be added, each for a different reason: aloSIM, which is the only one I can find that actually advertises "200+ countries" rather than destinations; Ubigi, which is worth distinguishing because it belongs to a carrier (NTT/Transatel) rather than reselling wholesale capacity like most of the list; and PuraSIM (mine, hence the disclosure above), at 200+ destinations. Take or leave any of them. ::Either way, I'm glad to re-check the links and figures every few months and flag anything stale here. I follow this market anyway, and this section clearly isn't fun to maintain. [[User:Guarsid|Guarsid]] ([[User talk:Guarsid|talk]]) 22:38, 14 August 2026 (UTC) == Advice on micro-SD == The following advice [[Special:Diff/5034392/5035155|was removed]]: : "it is easy to lose the minuscule modern ones while changing cards in busy areas or off-road. Plan ahead so that you can do it in a comfortable environment, or perhaps offload to USB sticks (using a laptop or a suitable adapter), which are easier to handle." I don't think this is Cpt Obvious at the time of packing, and I don't see it as "clunky [or] long-winded". I don't know how easy it in general is to offload to USB sticks (and how safe, if you need to use an internet-café computer), but I still wouldn't want to change micro-SDs other than in a calm private indoor space. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:41, 18 March 2025 (UTC) :Hi LPfi, thanks as always for your feedback and your hard work on this article yesterday. I used to have an android phone with a micro SD card, which are absolutely tiny. I think it is incredibly obvious that if you're handling them, you need to be careful. I think this is perfectly in line with [[Wikivoyage:No advice from Captain Obvious|WV:obvious]]. This is why I removed that section. :Generally, this article is a shocker. It focusses too much on out-dated information and niche use cases that no longer apply. Maybe the average traveller had to worry about changing micro SD cards back when 4 and 8 gb units were more common. But nowadays a 128gb one is dirt cheap and will last for the life of the phone. This was my experience even 7 or 8 years ago. :To add some context as to where I'm coming from, I've travelled to 30+ countries over the last 12 years with whatever smartphone I had at the time, and I have never had a problem. Lately I have been buying an eSIM and away I go. Part of me questions why we have this article at all. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 05:54, 19 March 2025 (UTC) ::I had to change a SIM card last April on my iPhone 11. Weirdly, I would have had to wait 10 days to get an eSIM from O2, but they could sell me a physical SIM card right away. So this stuff isn't as obsolete as all that. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:59, 19 March 2025 (UTC) == Data caps and throttling on "unlimited" plans == I work in the travel eSIM industry, so I have a conflict of interest and won't edit the article directly. This isn't about any particular company though, mine included. The "eSIM technology" section covers where to buy and what phones support it, but doesn't mention data caps or throttling anywhere, and that's probably the most common way travellers get caught out. Plans sold as "unlimited" usually aren't: most give a daily allowance at full speed and then drop to a much slower connection for the rest of the day. The reduced speed is often around 512 kbps, which is fine for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Neither figure is always shown prominently at the point of sale. Suggested addition, wording entirely open to change: "Plans advertised as unlimited usually are not. Most give a daily allowance at full speed, after which the connection continues at a much reduced speed, often around 512 kbps, until the next day. That is enough for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Check both the daily allowance and the reduced speed before buying, as neither is always shown prominently." Happy to be told the section is better off without it :) [[User:Guarsid|Guarsid]] ([[User talk:Guarsid|talk]]) 19:56, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Thank you. The suggested wording seems fine to me. I wonder to what extent the same is true for some plans with physical pre-paid SIMs. If there are similar issues, the advice should go into some general section (what section?) instead of the eSIM one. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:50, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::Yes, it applies to physical prepaid SIMs too, so a general section makes sense. ::Two things differ: local operators usually do publish the allowance and thereduced speed in their terms, and that speed varies far more than on travel eSIMs (roughly 128 kbps to a few Mbps). And some operators don't throttle by volume at all — they deprioritise you behind their own subscribers, so speed only drops on a busy cell. Tethering is often excluded or capped separately on both. ::Revised wording: ::"Data sold as <nowiki>''</nowiki>unlimited<nowiki>''</nowiki> rarely is. Most plans give an allowance at full speed, often per day, after which the connection continues at a much reduced speed until it resets. Around 512 kbps is common on travel eSIMs; local operators vary more widely. That is enough for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Some operators instead give you lower priority than their own subscribers rather than a fixed reduced speed, so you only notice when the network is busy. Tethering is frequently excluded or capped separately. Check the allowance, the reduced speed and the tethering terms before buying, as they are not always shown prominently." ::<nowiki>On the section: it applies to Roaming, Local SIM cards, International SIM cards and eSIM alike. A short subsection under Bring your phone, after Roaming, would cover all four — or the end of Local SIM cards with a link from the eSIM section. No strong view, whichever fits the house style. ~~~~</nowiki> [[User:Guarsid|Guarsid]] ([[User talk:Guarsid|talk]]) 21:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) 2pvl30lrlx8spwr6o9ujc2nr0q5t0we 5328642 5328544 2026-08-15T06:49:22Z LPfi 79572 /* Data caps and throttling on "unlimited" plans */ thanks 5328642 wikitext text/x-wiki == Country information == [[Mobile telephones#Information by Country]] is a mess of poorly-organised and often redundant information which overlaps the individual country articles, particularly in North America with [[United States of America#Mobile phones]], [[United States of America#Buying a mobile phone]] and [[Canada#Mobiles]]. See [[Talk:United States of America#Buying a mobile phone]]. [[User:K7L|K7L]] ([[User talk:K7L|talk]]) 18:30, 1 September 2014 (UTC) == Prepaid operators == I think the table about operators offering prepaid or international SIMs will be a monster if covering even a dozen of the most visited countries. I also doubt it be maintained for all countries covered. I have no solution to the problem, but we should think carefully what the scope of such a table should be. --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:25, 15 April 2015 (UTC) :True. I might have been the one who tagged this as {{tl|merge}} when it was a separate stub of an article, and maybe this should have been sent to VfD instead as the whole thing is skewed to one country too badly to be useful. :( [[User:K7L|K7L]] ([[User talk:K7L|talk]]) 14:23, 15 April 2015 (UTC) == Phone numbers == There seems to be no section about phone numbers. The issue can be somewhat confusing, as numbers are often found in domestic form, and many enter phone numbers in domestic form when not travelling. Some discussion would be helpful. Under what circumstances is a number without international prefix (+code) treated as referencing that number in the home country of the SIM, and when as one in the local operator's country? Many numbers are unreachable from abroad, are they reachable from roaming phones? The issue popped up for Norwegian emergency numbers. 112 is treated as a special case by the phone and by the network (at least GSM and successors), but what about 113 & al, and service numbers such as 08505? And what about 911, 999, 111 & co if recognized by the phone but possibly in conflicting use locally? --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:45, 6 April 2017 (UTC) == Costs for caller == I have understood that the caller always pays the rate he or she would pay if the target phone were in the home net (defined according to SIM and called number). Any higher costs would be surprises for those not knowing about the travel, and the operators will hardly give any reductions without special arrangements. However, in Roaming we say "Moreover, those who send you an SMS using a carrier back home will be charged at local rates." as if the same were not the case for calls. I suppose the sentence should be removed, but want to be sure. --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:36, 6 October 2017 (UTC) == Alternative banner for this article? == [[File:WV_banner_Mobile_telephones.jpg|right|thumb|500px|Banner currently used in this article]] [[File:Mobile Phones Wikivoyage banner.jpg|right|thumb|500px|Suggested new alternative banner]] I created a new alternative banner for this article (I initially created it first and foremost so that it would be used at the top of the parallel article in the Hebrew edition of Wikivoyage, yet I later decided to also suggest that the English Wikivoyage community would consider using it here as well). So, which banner do you prefer having at the top of this article? [[User:ויקיג&#39;אנקי|ויקיג&#39;אנקי]] ([[User talk:ויקיג&#39;אנקי|talk]]) 08:28, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :I like the composition of the current banner, but the phone in it is so old, so I think we should go with your suggested replacement, even though the photo is kind of drab. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 08:49, 13 September 2018 (UTC) ::Alternative banner. <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 14:22, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::I like the alternative much better. —[[User:Mx. Granger|Granger]]&nbsp;([[User talk:Mx. Granger|talk]] '''·''' [[Special:Contributions/Mx. Granger|contribs]]) 14:40, 13 September 2018 (UTC) ::::It seems like everyone wants to see the new banner, so I will make the change for this one. We can always change it back if someone comes along and disagrees with the change. <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 17:34, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::::Looks good! <small>--Comment by </small> '''[[User:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#808000">Selfie City</span>]]''' ([[User_talk:SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">talk</span>]] about my [[Special:Contributions/SelfieCity|<span style="color:#ac6600">contributions</span>]]) 17:35, 13 September 2018 (UTC) :::::I agree, looks good and the tech featured is more current. [[User:DethDestroyerOfWords|DethDestroyerOfWords]] ([[User talk:DethDestroyerOfWords|talk]]) 13:52, 14 September 2018 (UTC) == To guide? == Another quite extensive article; what would you say is missing before it can be upgraded to guide? -- [[User:Ypsilon|<span style="color:#0000ff"><b>ϒ</b>ψιλον</span>]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|<span style="color:#333333">talk</span>]]) 17:25, 1 April 2019 (UTC) : It needs a thorough review. I notice the first section after the intro ("Mobile phone basics") talks extensively about the EU, with only some remarks about the rest of the world. The section on technologies in "Bring your phone" is quite nerdy, with name dropping of sometimes unclear benefit. I think it could be written to be quite a bit clearer. Roaming is mentioned three times before the section "Roaming", where most of that information has to be repeated. Etc. I.e. some moving stuff around is needed. : One thing I notice is absent, is a discussion about what kind of phone to bring or buy, except the discussion on radio standards and frequencies. Should you bring a smartphone or buy a sturdy and cheap old model? If you look forward to install local apps, are those available for all phones or is some OS a safer bet than others? I suppose there are other choices, which may be relevant when travelling but less so at home, and thus easily forgotten. (And should you install some apps already at home? – at least navigation apps with large maps are probably in that category.) : The Regions section has more than a screenful about North America (apparently Canada and USA, with "the Caribbean" mentioned in parenthesis), while Europe has a paragraph each on three countries, Asia mentions six and Africa has three lines about Egypt. Some attempt should be done to research the missing countries. : --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 18:57, 1 April 2019 (UTC) == Mandatory ID checking == The article says that prepaid SIM cards "used to be cheap (€10 or less with credit included) and widely available in the EU until 2016, when legislation banned anonymous pre-paid SIM cards." A month ago I bought a prepaid SIM in Finland for €5, containing €6 worth of calls and data (valid 6 month without topping, no weirdness, 7c/min, which I regard normal, although most people over here have €20/month unlimited bundles). Similar SIMs are offered all around. I did not tell my name nor show an ID. Was the telco shop breaking rules? Is Finland an outlier? --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:51, 5 April 2020 (UTC) : [https://elisa.fi/attachment/content/Saunalahti-PREPAID-erityisehdot-FI.pdf Saunalahti] at least doesn't seem to ask for ID "to take the service in use". --[[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 18:09, 5 April 2020 (UTC) :: No registering needed with my card, not then and not for topping up. They do have some offers that require registration – and if you buy an Android Google and its patners want to know anything about you, even if you are going to nuke the operating system ... But no, no ID needed for legal purposes. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:09, 13 May 2021 (UTC) ::: I now removed the discussion from Mobile phone basics, where it does not belong. What directive is this? Implementation seems to vary to a degree that there is no use discussing EU as one entity when it comes to SIM buying. Here are the removed sentences: :::: [SIMs used to be cheap and easily available] in the EU until 2016 when, due to an EU directive, buying a pre-paid SIM has become more difficult in some countries due to their implementation of this directive; for example, in some countries (e.g. Italy) a local tax code may be necessary. However, in many other EU countries it is still quite possible to freely buy prepaid SIMs without any identification or only minimal identification as a short-term visitor (in fact, in most EU countries that require identification it is sufficient just to present your passport or passport and hotel booking as proof of address). ::: –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:01, 30 June 2021 (UTC) == List of problematic countries == I am not sure we want the list of countries where obtaining a local SIM is problematic (the infobox). The information should be in the respective Connect sections anyway. I think it is enough to mention the problems generally, warning about groups of countries or territories (Come on, would you expect to be able to get a SIM from a local supermarket or telco outlet in the [[South Sandwich Islands]]? A small gift shop at [[Grytviken]] is all there is, no mobile phone antennas other than perhaps on visiting ships). [[China#Mobile phones]] recommends buying a prepaid card for stays over a few days, is that info outdated? Similar for [[Cuba#Phone]]. [[India#Mobile]] seems to suggest prepaid, with no issues mentioned. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:55, 6 June 2021 (UTC) : The linked site has a million partners for which cookies have to be turned off manually one by one in a hidden list, if I understood correctly. Accept or turn off javascript. I don't like such sites and my filters are not working (upgrade problems). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:12, 6 June 2021 (UTC) :: I like how you left examples of different restrictions with examples. Sorry for providing a link to such a website. uBlock Origin removes 100% of their cookie consents via special anti-cookie list. I mentioned this website since it's the most valuable website for the topic of prepaid SIMs. OFFTOPIC: do you think I may add one international SIM operator, that I have recently started using? I'd really like to recommend it, since its really a good deal for roaming (and also has unlimited traffic for messengers). [[User:Soshial|Soshial]] ([[User talk:Soshial|talk]]) 14:52, 6 June 2021 (UTC) == Domestic phone numbers with foreign phone == {{swept}} I asked a few years back at [[Talk:Mobile phones#Phone numbers]]. Now the question popped up again in [[Talk:Australia#Phone number format]]: : There seems to be no section about phone numbers. The issue can be somewhat confusing, as numbers are often found in domestic form, and many enter phone numbers in domestic form when not travelling. Some discussion would be helpful. : Under what circumstances is a number without international prefix (+code) treated as referencing that number in the home country of the SIM, and when as one in the local operator's country? Many numbers are unreachable from abroad, are they reachable from roaming phones? : The issue popped up for Norwegian emergency numbers. 112 is treated as a special case by the phone and by the network (at least GSM and successors), but what about 113 & al, and service numbers such as 08505? And what about 911, 999, 111 & co if recognized by the phone but possibly in conflicting use locally? : --[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:45, 6 April 2017 (UTC) [[User:LivelyRatification|LivelyRatification]] wrote in Talk:Australia: : "In most cases, you simply don't have to call these listings overseas. Maybe for booking accomodation, but [...]. My personal preference would be to format numbers as you see them in Australia, +61 XX XXXX XXXX. If we must keep it internationalised, [...]" So does anybody know the standard or have experience from around the world? If you call {{nowrap|02 1234 5678}} from Queensland with a SIM from France, does it get answered in New South Wales or in Brittany? Does whether you have the number saved in your phone (without prefix) matter? Are special numbers such as 113 in Norway guaranteed to work as expected with a foreign SIM? What about the 0800 toll-free numbers in many countries? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:38, 13 May 2021 (UTC) :My experience in Thailand (but already a few years ago): Calling {{nowrap|02 123 4567}} (no country code) would connect me to a wired phone in Bangkok. But my Dutch phone company had some extra information that said: "When in Thailand, make shure you are connected to Thai phone company X, when connected to another Thai phone company than X the call will be more expensive". So if there is a kind of business arrangement between both companies, you get the best price by selecting the advised connection from the available connections. In another country it could be possible that you cannot make any call unless you connect to the right phone company, because without a business arrangement with your own phone company your call cannot be charged to you own phone company. --[[User:FredTC|FredTC]] ([[User talk:FredTC|talk]]) 11:56, 13 May 2021 (UTC) :: I see two possibilities for that advice: either the Dutch company has roaming agreements with different companies, with different terms, or the Thai companies have different policies/agreements with the landline company, and letting that spill over on the foreign roaming customers. I'd suppose there are international frameworks for the roaming agreements, and those would influence what customers should expect. Does anyone know? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:48, 14 May 2021 (UTC) == "Global 5G support" == The bullet on 5G [[Special:Diff/4230453/4241694|was changed]] to : Many countries have 5G networks available now, although phones with "global" 5G support are not widely available yet. {{ping|Jamar0303}} Are there incompatible 5G standards? How does a phone with "global 5G support" differ from one with domestic 5G support? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:15, 30 June 2021 (UTC) :: It's not that there are incompatible 5G standards; surprisingly, the world has largely agreed on the NR standard. However, there are a significantly larger variety of radio bands that 5G spectrum can be deployed on (band numbers are now creeping into the 3-digits), and mobile phone manufacturers are largely choosing to only include a given region's frequency bands in devices sold in that region. Some flagship phones have some measure of support for 5G outside the region they're sold in, but it's not common practice yet. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 07:26, 30 June 2021 (UTC) ::: OK. Odd that they didn't succeed in getting the frequencies standardised. Do they vary from country to country or are they coordinated by ITU region? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 07:33, 30 June 2021 (UTC) :::: Some frequency bands are country-specific or specific to a couple of countries (for example, n71 is limited to the US and Canada for now, and n2, n12, n260, and n261 among a couple others are US-only) but others are more coordinated (for example, n78 is the "common" mid-band and n28 is the "common" low-band in ITU regions 1 and 3; you'll see those most often in those ITU regions). Some are only used by a few countries but don't seem to be ITU-coordinated (for example, n41 is being used in China, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Trinidad and Tobago, and the US). Also, the one exception to the "largely agreed" I mentioned earlier is that some wireless operators in the US are running separate 5G networks for mobile users and home internet, where the 5G home internet network uses a different standard not used elsewhere. These proprietary networks cover areas that the NR-standard networks for mobile users also cover, so any visitor with a 5G phone that supports the US frequency bands would still have access to 5G with no issue. Hope that helps explain. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 17:42, 30 June 2021 (UTC) ::::: My impression of what you are saying is that although there are frequencies used in only some countries, there are also widely used frequencies, and I'd suppose most 5G phones to cover enough "common" frequencies to get 5G coverage in any country with a 5G network, perhaps not as good coverage as a domestic phone, but enough that whether there are any 5G networks around is a bigger issue. Isn't that so? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:12, 1 July 2021 (UTC) :::::: The point I made with saying that "global" support isn't all that common is that there are widely used frequencies, but that they're still limited by ITU region. At this time, most 5G phones sold in EMEA or Asia will have enough "common" frequencies to work within those regions, and in each other's regions. As you mentioned, speeds and coverage will not be as good as a locally sold phone that might cover some local-specific frequencies, but they will work. Going to and coming from North America, however, most 5G phones sold in North America so far will only work on 5G in North America and a few countries that happen to use some of the same North American frequencies, and the same applies in the other direction. As an example of a mid-range phone with 5G not having "global" support, a factory-unlocked or T-Mobile branded Samsung Galaxy A32 5G purchased in the US only has n25, n41, n66, and n71. Of these, only n41 is used outside North America, and China is the only other country to widely use it (that is, widely enough that worrying about whether 5G is around is the bigger issue). Meanwhile, a Europe-market model of the same phone has n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n66, n78, and n79. Of these, only n5 (AT&T), n38 (Rogers), and n41 (T-Mobile) are used in North America, and only AT&T's is "nationwide", while the other two use theirs for additional capacity in large and mid-sized cities. So it's a bit of a minefield. [[User:Jamar0303|Jamar0303]] ([[User talk:Jamar0303|talk]]) 02:38, 3 July 2021 (UTC) == WCDMA == [[North Korea#Connect]] says that only WCDMA phones will work. Also the section here on North America uses that acronym. However, it is not explained in Bring your phone, where other acronyms are explained. Could somebody add it there? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 12:16, 20 March 2022 (UTC) == Changes? == A pair of articles, first one: [https://hasbrouck.org/blog/archives/002647.html FAQ for international travellers about the 2G and 3G cellphone "sunset"] basically saying many phones will soon stop working in many places & you'll need 4G or 5G. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 09:36, 17 April 2022 (UTC) == Wikia link == There is now a link to a "list and comparison of such services" (at Fandom.com). Generally, we don't link to such sites (see [[Wikivoyage:External links]]). Is this case worth an exception? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:56, 5 October 2024 (UTC) == What companies should be listed? == I just reverted an edit where [[User:45.249.10.87]] [[Special:Diff/4949056/4979508|added]] [https://etijwaal.com/ eTijwaal] to the list of companies. The text says these companies have eSIMs for more than 200 countries, while eTijwaal serves "more than 160" according to its web site. Do those now listed reach 200? Are they the ones or just an arbitrary selection? Is 200 a meaningful limit? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:42, 4 December 2024 (UTC) :And now [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] reverted a similar edit, with only the default edit summary. So, the question about what companies to list remains. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:49, 2 January 2025 (UTC) ::Disclosure first: I work for PuraSIM, a travel eSIM provider, so I won't edit the article myself. ::On the open question, the current wording doesn't hold up. Roamix states "190+ countries" on its own site. GoMoWorld states "200+ destinations" and "170 countries" on the same page. Airalo, Nomad and SimCorner all advertise destinations, not countries. A regional or global plan counts as one destination alongside individual ones, which is why the figures look larger than they are. So "over 200 countries" describes none of the current entries precisely, and eTijwaal was reverted against a bar the listed providers don't clear either. ::Suggested fix: "...are examples of companies that offer eSIMs for most countries in the world, usually giving the customer..." Accurate, and it ends the revert-by-number problem for good. ::If the list is meant to be illustrative, three that could be added, each for a different reason: aloSIM, which is the only one I can find that actually advertises "200+ countries" rather than destinations; Ubigi, which is worth distinguishing because it belongs to a carrier (NTT/Transatel) rather than reselling wholesale capacity like most of the list; and PuraSIM (mine, hence the disclosure above), at 200+ destinations. Take or leave any of them. ::Either way, I'm glad to re-check the links and figures every few months and flag anything stale here. I follow this market anyway, and this section clearly isn't fun to maintain. [[User:Guarsid|Guarsid]] ([[User talk:Guarsid|talk]]) 22:38, 14 August 2026 (UTC) == Advice on micro-SD == The following advice [[Special:Diff/5034392/5035155|was removed]]: : "it is easy to lose the minuscule modern ones while changing cards in busy areas or off-road. Plan ahead so that you can do it in a comfortable environment, or perhaps offload to USB sticks (using a laptop or a suitable adapter), which are easier to handle." I don't think this is Cpt Obvious at the time of packing, and I don't see it as "clunky [or] long-winded". I don't know how easy it in general is to offload to USB sticks (and how safe, if you need to use an internet-café computer), but I still wouldn't want to change micro-SDs other than in a calm private indoor space. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 10:41, 18 March 2025 (UTC) :Hi LPfi, thanks as always for your feedback and your hard work on this article yesterday. I used to have an android phone with a micro SD card, which are absolutely tiny. I think it is incredibly obvious that if you're handling them, you need to be careful. I think this is perfectly in line with [[Wikivoyage:No advice from Captain Obvious|WV:obvious]]. This is why I removed that section. :Generally, this article is a shocker. It focusses too much on out-dated information and niche use cases that no longer apply. Maybe the average traveller had to worry about changing micro SD cards back when 4 and 8 gb units were more common. But nowadays a 128gb one is dirt cheap and will last for the life of the phone. This was my experience even 7 or 8 years ago. :To add some context as to where I'm coming from, I've travelled to 30+ countries over the last 12 years with whatever smartphone I had at the time, and I have never had a problem. Lately I have been buying an eSIM and away I go. Part of me questions why we have this article at all. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 05:54, 19 March 2025 (UTC) ::I had to change a SIM card last April on my iPhone 11. Weirdly, I would have had to wait 10 days to get an eSIM from O2, but they could sell me a physical SIM card right away. So this stuff isn't as obsolete as all that. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:59, 19 March 2025 (UTC) == Data caps and throttling on "unlimited" plans == I work in the travel eSIM industry, so I have a conflict of interest and won't edit the article directly. This isn't about any particular company though, mine included. The "eSIM technology" section covers where to buy and what phones support it, but doesn't mention data caps or throttling anywhere, and that's probably the most common way travellers get caught out. Plans sold as "unlimited" usually aren't: most give a daily allowance at full speed and then drop to a much slower connection for the rest of the day. The reduced speed is often around 512 kbps, which is fine for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Neither figure is always shown prominently at the point of sale. Suggested addition, wording entirely open to change: "Plans advertised as unlimited usually are not. Most give a daily allowance at full speed, after which the connection continues at a much reduced speed, often around 512 kbps, until the next day. That is enough for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Check both the daily allowance and the reduced speed before buying, as neither is always shown prominently." Happy to be told the section is better off without it :) [[User:Guarsid|Guarsid]] ([[User talk:Guarsid|talk]]) 19:56, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Thank you. The suggested wording seems fine to me. I wonder to what extent the same is true for some plans with physical pre-paid SIMs. If there are similar issues, the advice should go into some general section (what section?) instead of the eSIM one. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:50, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::Yes, it applies to physical prepaid SIMs too, so a general section makes sense. ::Two things differ: local operators usually do publish the allowance and thereduced speed in their terms, and that speed varies far more than on travel eSIMs (roughly 128 kbps to a few Mbps). And some operators don't throttle by volume at all — they deprioritise you behind their own subscribers, so speed only drops on a busy cell. Tethering is often excluded or capped separately on both. ::Revised wording: ::"Data sold as <nowiki>''</nowiki>unlimited<nowiki>''</nowiki> rarely is. Most plans give an allowance at full speed, often per day, after which the connection continues at a much reduced speed until it resets. Around 512 kbps is common on travel eSIMs; local operators vary more widely. That is enough for maps and messaging but not for video calls or streaming. Some operators instead give you lower priority than their own subscribers rather than a fixed reduced speed, so you only notice when the network is busy. Tethering is frequently excluded or capped separately. Check the allowance, the reduced speed and the tethering terms before buying, as they are not always shown prominently." ::<nowiki>On the section: it applies to Roaming, Local SIM cards, International SIM cards and eSIM alike. A short subsection under Bring your phone, after Roaming, would cover all four — or the end of Local SIM cards with a link from the eSIM section. No strong view, whichever fits the house style. ~~~~</nowiki> [[User:Guarsid|Guarsid]] ([[User talk:Guarsid|talk]]) 21:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you very much for this. I'll try to get the addition included if nobody is faster. However, I think the article needs a larger overhaul, and might not do anything much before I get my self together to doing that. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:49, 15 August 2026 (UTC) somulk4eblxesmretu1224ljff9nav6 0 143794 5328318 5328296 2026-08-14T13:15:35Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328318 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Soroti Rock backdrop (banner).jpg|box=0,180,1000,323|}} '''Soroti''' is a city in [[Eastern Uganda]] that was angulated in 2020. It serves as the primary urban, business, and administrative hub within the delineated area of Soroti District, one of the nine administrative districts in the Teso sub-region. ==Understand== [[File:Soroti Rock.jpg|thumb|350x350px|Soroti Rock in Soroti Town. Gives a beautiful view of the town and airstrip.]] Soroti City is situated within Soroti District, located in the Teso sub-region of the Eastern Region in Uganda, to the north of Lake Kyoga. Soroti is approximately 103 kilometers (64 miles) away from the city of Mbale, which is the largest urban center in Uganda's Eastern Region. It is positioned along the Tororo–Mbale–Soroti Road, which is also part of the Lira-Mbale route, and is approximately 326 kilometers (203 miles) northeast of Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest city. ==Get in== === By plane === When coming to Soroti by air, you will actually arrive in the city of [[Entebbe]], 35 km (22 mi) southwest of [[Kampala]]. You can get from Entebbe airport to Soroti: * By Private Hire taxi (approx Ugx 300,000 one-way) * By flight to Soroto Airstrip (approx Ugx 600,000) * By hotel shuttle (e.g. if you have a reservation with a hotel ask for their shuttle added to your hotel bill, for the one-way trip if shared -chances are very high there are other hotel guests arriving on your flight). * By Public Transport from Kampala to Soroti (approx Ugx 50,000) or from Mbale to Soroti (approx Ugx 10,000). Soroti is 112 km from Mbale and 124 km from Lira to Soroti (approx Ugx 150,000). ==Get around== Soroti city is quite spread out from Soroti Airstrip to the Soroti Rock, and if you intend to go shopping to the several supermarkets in the city like OM supermarket, Goalman supermarket, Dubai shopping center and many more, you can grab a motorcycle that can move around the city at Shs 2000-5000. {{mapframe|1.7150|33.6111|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Stanbic Bank | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-06-23 | content=Has a Mastercard/Visa Card ATM. }} * {{Buy|name=Equity Bank|address=Plot 5/7 on the Soroti Road|lastedit=2023-11-01|content=Has a Mastercard/Visa Card ATM.}} * {{Buy|name=Absa Bank Uganda Limited|address=Gweri Road Soroti Plot 40 East, Soroti|phone=+256 41 7125341|lastedit=2023-11-01|content=Has a Mastercard/Visa Card ATM.}} ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Oasis Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Down town Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=11AM | checkout=10AM | price=USh 22,000 | lastedit=2015-06-23 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom and TV. }} * {{sleep | name=Silent Night Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=11am | checkout=10am | price=from USh 33,000 | lastedit=2015-08-21 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom and breakfast. }} * {{sleep | name=Forest View Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gweri Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=10AM | checkout=9AM | price=From USh 36,000 | lastedit=2015-08-21 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom and TV. }} * {{sleep | name=Lovisa Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Engwau Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=10AM | checkout=9AM | price=From USh 36,000 | lastedit=2015-08-21 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom. }} * {{sleep | name=Ariyet Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Plot 6 Ecowow Close | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=11AM | checkout=10AM | price=From USh 50,000 | lastedit=2015-08-21 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom and breakfast. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[Lira]] or [[Mbale]] {{IsPartOf|Eastern Uganda}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|1.72|33.61}} 8hmx4pumqcx6bcaek6r17kcqkryku25 5328320 5328318 2026-08-14T13:17:15Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328320 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Soroti''' is a city in [[Eastern Uganda]] that was angulated in 2020. It serves as the primary urban, business, and administrative hub within the delineated area of Soroti District, one of the nine administrative districts in the Teso sub-region. ==Understand== [[File:Soroti Rock.jpg|thumb|350x350px|Soroti Rock in Soroti Town. Gives a beautiful view of the town and airstrip.]] Soroti City is situated within Soroti District, located in the Teso sub-region of the Eastern Region in Uganda, to the north of Lake Kyoga. Soroti is approximately 103 kilometers (64 miles) away from the city of Mbale, which is the largest urban center in Uganda's Eastern Region. It is positioned along the Tororo–Mbale–Soroti Road, which is also part of the Lira-Mbale route, and is approximately 326 kilometers (203 miles) northeast of Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest city. ==Get in== === By plane === When coming to Soroti by air, you will actually arrive in the city of [[Entebbe]], 35 km (22 mi) southwest of [[Kampala]]. You can get from Entebbe airport to Soroti: * By Private Hire taxi (approx Ugx 300,000 one-way) * By flight to Soroto Airstrip (approx Ugx 600,000) * By hotel shuttle (e.g. if you have a reservation with a hotel ask for their shuttle added to your hotel bill, for the one-way trip if shared -chances are very high there are other hotel guests arriving on your flight). * By Public Transport from Kampala to Soroti (approx Ugx 50,000) or from Mbale to Soroti (approx Ugx 10,000). Soroti is 112 km from Mbale and 124 km from Lira to Soroti (approx Ugx 150,000). ==Get around== Soroti city is quite spread out from Soroti Airstrip to the Soroti Rock, and if you intend to go shopping to the several supermarkets in the city like OM supermarket, Goalman supermarket, Dubai shopping center and many more, you can grab a motorcycle that can move around the city at Shs 2000-5000. {{mapframe|1.7150|33.6111|zoom=13}} ==See== ==Do== ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Stanbic Bank | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2015-06-23 | content=Has a Mastercard/Visa Card ATM. }} * {{Buy|name=Equity Bank|address=Plot 5/7 on the Soroti Road|lastedit=2023-11-01|content=Has a Mastercard/Visa Card ATM.}} * {{Buy|name=Absa Bank Uganda Limited|address=Gweri Road Soroti Plot 40 East, Soroti|phone=+256 41 7125341|lastedit=2023-11-01|content=Has a Mastercard/Visa Card ATM.}} ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Oasis Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Down town Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=11AM | checkout=10AM | price=USh 22,000 | lastedit=2015-06-23 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom and TV. }} * {{sleep | name=Silent Night Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Market Street | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=11am | checkout=10am | price=from USh 33,000 | lastedit=2015-08-21 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom and breakfast. }} * {{sleep | name=Forest View Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gweri Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=10AM | checkout=9AM | price=From USh 36,000 | lastedit=2015-08-21 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom and TV. }} * {{sleep | name=Lovisa Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Engwau Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=10AM | checkout=9AM | price=From USh 36,000 | lastedit=2015-08-21 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom. }} * {{sleep | name=Ariyet Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Plot 6 Ecowow Close | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=11AM | checkout=10AM | price=From USh 50,000 | lastedit=2015-08-21 | content=Fan double room with own bathroom and breakfast. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== [[Lira]] or [[Mbale]] {{IsPartOf|Eastern Uganda}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|1.72|33.61}} b21f9q3g3mzkynqu7td9yltgiokpqsh 0 144496 5328491 4692662 2026-08-14T18:56:19Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328491 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Xingcheng 兴城''' is in [[Huludao]] City, [[Liaoning]] Province, [[China]]. Xingcheng's tourism is famous for its "City, Spring, Mountain, Sea, Island, River" (城、泉、山、海、岛、河). ==Understand== ==Get in== '''By bus'''<br /> Xingcheng is connected to nearby cities by long distant buses. From [[Beijing]] it is 5 h drive, and from [[Shenyang]] it is 2 h drive. <br /> '''By train'''<br /> Xingcheng has its own railway station, which is in walking distant to Xingcheng Ancient City. There are also buses from Huludao Railway Station. ==Get around== {{mapframe|40.6167|120.7167|zoom=12}} ==See== * {{see | name=Juehua Island |alt=觉华岛 | content=The biggest island in Liaodong Bay. Sizewise it is similar with Macau. The island used to be a holy site for Buddlism in Liao Dynasty. Scenic include Dalong Palace from Liao Dynasty, Dabei Pavilion from Ming Dynasty, etc. At Xingcheng Port there are ferries to Jiuhua Island, and one way takes around 40 m. }} * {{see | name=Shou Mountain |alt=首山 | content=The beacon tower on the mountain is from Ming Dynasty. In 1627, Ming army defeated the Jin here. Now the mountain is a national forest park. }} * {{see | name=Xingcheng Ancient City | alt=兴城古城 | lat=40.61985 | long=120.71369 | content=This was built in 1428. It is one of the ten "Best Preserved Ancient City from Ming Dynasty". The ancient city is right beside Xingcheng Railway Station, and it is very convenient for visitors to spend half day in. The entrance for the ancient city itself is free, while one needs to pay if he wants to enter some temples or walk onto the city wall. In 1626, Ming General Yuan ChongHuan 袁崇焕 used the cannons imported from Portugal (红夷大炮 = "Western Cannons") to seriously injure Nurhachi at the East Gate of Xingcheng. Nurhachi died in the same year. The Battle of Ningyuan 宁远之战 (Xingcheng used to be named Ningyuan) was the first battle that Ming defeated Jin. It was an important battle in Ming's history. }} [[File:Xingcheng East Gate.jpg|thumb|Xingcheng Ancient City's East Gate]] ==Do== '''Hot Spring''' Xingcheng's hot spring has 1300 years' history. '''Beach''' Locals and people from the neighborhood love Xingcheng's beach. ¥10/person. Every July is its "Sea Festival" and there can be 100,000 visitors daily. ==Buy== ==Eat== Seafood is always popular. ==Drink== ==Sleep== ==Connect== ==Go next== {{outlinecity}} {{geo|40.61476|120.72831}} {{IsPartOf|Western Highlands (Liaoning)}} 4hae679og8h6g39zh13dqj32m7tqda3 0 153457 5328701 5324821 2026-08-15T08:26:14Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Do */ 5328701 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Delhi banner India gate.jpg}} {{printDistricts}} [[File:A walk through Mughal garden 02.jpg|thumb|Amrit Udyan with the Rashtrapati Bhavan at backdrop]] '''New Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: नई दिल्ली ''Naī Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: نئی دہلی ''Naī Dihlī''), the capital of the [[India|Republic of India]] and the seat of its three branches of government, is characterised by its wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles), colonial mansions and government buildings. A part of the larger [[Delhi|National Capital Territory of Delhi]] (NCT), New Delhi is not just a political centre; it's a thriving melting pot where people from different parts of India work and live. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres and the nearby [[Delhi/Central Delhi#Orientation|Paharganj]] area has many inexpensive hotels. ==Districts== {{Mapframe|28.594|77.164|zoom=12|width=480|height=400}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/New Delhi.map}} {{Regionlist | region1name=[[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|T1}} | region1items=Raisina Hill, Parliament Complex, Kartavya Path, Kartavya Bhavan, India Gate Circle | region1description= | region2name=[[New Delhi/North|North New Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|T2}} | region2items=Ashok Vihar, Connaught Place, Supreme Court | region2description= | region3name=[[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|T3}} | region3items=Chanakyapuri, Lodhi Art District, Lodi Gardens, Safdarjung | region3description= | region4name=[[New Delhi/Cantonment|Delhi Cantonment]] | region4color={{StdColor|T4}} | region4items=Dhaula Kuan, Palam AFS, Shankar Vihar, Subroto Park | region4description= }} ==Understand== Newcomers (and even some residents) often confuse between [[Delhi]] and New Delhi. In fact, New Delhi is a city within the Delhi metropolis, built by the [[British Raj|British]] as the capital of India. Whereas Delhi has served as the political centre of various empires before the British came, from the Rajputs to the Delhi Sultans, and eventually the Mughals. ===History=== The British established their capital at Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]) in 1757 after defeating the Nawab of Bengal. In 1905, Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, divided Bengal into two halves for ease of administration, creating a massive upsurge in anti-colonial movements in Calcutta. This forced the colonial government to reunite the province and shift the capital to Delhi in 1911. On 12 December 1911, King-Emperor George V declared the capital of India to be shifted to Delhi. British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker were responsible for planning large parts of the new capital of India, later named New Delhi to distinguish from the Mughal-era [[Old Delhi]]. However, the construction truly began after World War I, and the planned city was inaugurated on 10 February 1931 by Lord Irwin, Viceroy of India. Lutyens designed the central administrative area of the city as a testament to Britain's imperial aspirations, now known as "Lutyens' Delhi". The first major extension of New Delhi outside of Lutyens' Delhi came in the 1950s, after India's independence, when the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) developed the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri southwest of Lutyens' Delhi, where land was allotted for embassies, chanceries, high commissions and residences of ambassadors, around a wide central vista, called the '''Shanti Path''' (शांति पथ ''Shānti Path''), literally the "Path of Peace". ===Visitor information=== The government tourist office is listed at [[Delhi#Visitor information]]. Official website: * [https://ndmc.gov.in/ New Delhi Municipal Council] ==Talk== The native language of New Delhi is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]''', which also happens to be the main official language of the Indian government. New Delhi residents are generally fluent in English, including lawyers and politicians, which again happens to the additional official language of the government. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] ({{IATA|DEL}}) is the main arrival point for visitors into New Delhi, and a 20- to 30-minute ride by road from the city. Other airports include Noida ({{IATA|DXN}}) and Hindon ({{IATA|HDO}}). ===By train=== [[File:New Delhi Railway Station Entry.jpg|thumb|Ajmeri Gate side of New Delhi railway station]] * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|city=india|nr}} | alt=NDLS | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions=outside Paharganj, also known as the backpacker ghetto, about 40 min-1 hr to travel from New Delhi station to Delhi Airport by car | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=A tourist ticket office called the '''International Tourist Bureau''' is open during office hours upstairs of, but still within, the main New Delhi railway station (on the side away from the metro, near platform 1). Note that it is only for foreign tourists, so you ''must'' have a tourist visa (i.e. student and working visas are not acceptable). Non-resident Indians can also book their tickets through this office. Passport will be requested. Even the visa number is needed. They also accept debit/credit from Visa/Mastercard and RuPay cards (which is an Indian way of payment). To get a ticket, first go to the centre of the room and get numbers for the reservation and information desks, as well as a form to fill out. Then line up at one of the two u-shaped lines of chairs, fill out the form, and prepare for a protracted wait. When your information number is called, have the clerk check the availability of the train(s) you desire and answer any questions you have about the form. Then wait for your reservation number to be called. Note that by the time you get to the reservation desk, your train may no longer be available, in which case you can try to reserve a different one. If you need a bathroom during this lengthy process, there is a relatively clean male and female toilet just outside on the verandah through the side door (the door you didn't enter through). The station is large, crowded, confusing and packed with touts. {{pbri}} Allow '''one hour''' to find your train the first time you visit. Don't trust the electronic display boards, which often show incorrect information. Instead listen to the announcements and ask multiple people in uniform (including police officers) until you find your train. }} Transport options: * '''By metro:''' New Delhi station is served by '''Yellow''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and '''Orange''' {{rint|delhi|orange}} lines of the Delhi Metro. Metro exits are at the Ajmeri Gate (second entrance) side near platform 16. * '''By taxi:''' Depending on traffic, a taxi fare costs you about ₹400. Pre-paid taxi booth run by Delhi Police. If you are arriving at the station, and want to take a taxi, head to the Delhi Police pre-paid taxi booth. Unfortunately, this booth is at the extreme far north end (about 50&nbsp;m from the station main exit) of the taxi parking and you will encounter touts claiming to provide prepaid taxi; just ignore them and find the pre-paid taxi booth run by the Delhi Police which are safe and least expensive. There is some chance that the booth clerk, who works for the police, will shortchange you less than anyone else who handles cash in Delhi. You can also take prepaid rickshaws and taxis from the plaza outside the main entrance. For other stations, see [[Delhi#By train]]. ===By bus=== New Delhi is served by three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. All three are outside the city limits; see [[Delhi#By bus]]. * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-11 | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and New Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} ===By car=== New Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. See [[Delhi#By car]] for details. ==Get around== ===By metro=== {{main|Delhi#By metro}} The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. Fares range from ₹10-60. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. As of 2025, there are 9 lines operational: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa ===By bus=== {{main|Delhi#By bus}} New Delhi is well-connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. They buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in New Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) ===On foot=== Due to the city's urban planning, New Delhi is more pedestrian-friendly compares to the rest of the metropolis. Plus there are footbridges and subways to bypass the road traffic. ==See== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India Gate (18).jpg|thumb|The India Gate illuminated with the Indian flag.]] The main point of interest in New Delhi is the '''[[New Delhi/Central|Kartavya Bhavan Area]]''' (literally the "House of Duty Area"), the city's central administrative district. Developed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, the district is home to the '''India Gate''' (monumental arch for Indian soldiers), the '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (residence of the President of India), and of course the '''Kartavya Path''' (Path of Duty) connecting the two. The Kartavya Path is flanked by ministry buildings at both sides. The newest of them are the '''Kartavya Bhavans''' (Houses of Duty). Being the capital of India, New Delhi is home to several '''national museums''', showcasing India's history and cultural heritage. The '''National Museum''' and '''National Gallery''' sits right at the Kartavya Path. The '''Samvidhan Sadan''' (House of Constitution) is also worth visiting, showcasing the history of India's democracy. The building itself housed '''the Parliament of India''' until 2023, when it was shifted to a building adjacent to it. Both places are very much worth visiting and provide an excellent insight to how the world’s largest democracy operates. Tours are available, and you can sit and watch a live parliament debate when a session is ongoing. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} Take a walk at '''Connaught Place''' (CP), the heart of New Delhi. The British-designed colonial equivalent of a shopping mall, it's laid out in two concentric rings divided into blocks, all bursting with shops and lots of pampered pigeons waddling about. Long neglected, the area received an upsurge after the opening of the major Metro junction of '''Rajiv Chowk''' under it, and it's going more upmarket by the day. At the centre is a small but pleasant park, while on one edge is the notorious '''Palika Bazaar''', an underground den of cheap wares, many pirated or smuggled from overseas. The area is surrounded by tall office buildings on nearly all sides. Train fans will want to check out the '''Metro Museum''' inside the Patel Chowk station, open Tu-Su 10AM-4PM (free with valid Metro ticket). New Delhi is the place to go for parks; here are Delhi's Central Park, the Nehru Park which is a great place to hang out on a sunny afternoon in the winter, and the '''Kartavya Path''' which is the city's main parade route lined by grassy lawns and leading from the presidential residence Rashtrapati Bhavan to the India Gate. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path in [[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. ==Learn== Although most of the higher education institutions of "New Delhi" are actually in [[Delhi]], the city is home to '''AIIMS New Delhi''' as well as '''IIT Delhi'''. Both are world class institutions which house vast facilities. The exams, JEE and NEET are extraordinarily competitive and complex. It is very hard to get into the top Indian institutions. There are many things to learn from India’s history in the parliament buildings. ==Work== ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} New Delhi is home to two major shopping districts: * '''[[New Delhi/North#Buy|Connaught Place]]''' ('''CP''') — the central business district, and a unique cross between a European shopping arcade, an Indian bazaar and an upmarket shopping mall. * '''[[New Delhi/South#Q3595641|Dilli Haat]]''' — a paid-entrance open-air market cum food plaza, with crafts from all over the country. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} If you come from the West, it may be interesting to eat at a fast food restaurant like McDonald's or Burger King. The menus are different and, unlike in the west, very vegetarian friendly - even KFC has a veg option. The best place to go for chaat is the '''Bengali Market''' (metro: {{station|Mandi House|city=del|blue|violet}}) near '''Connaught Place''' in the city centre. The restaurants are high quality and the food is great. There are ATMs as well. One of the best known restaurants there is '''Nathu's'''. But for the really good chaat, you have to make your way to Old Delhi, and particularly to '''Ashok's''' near Chawri Bazaar. While connoisseurs insist that the best chaat is prepared on the street, most travellers try to find a comfortable middle ground between hygiene and authenticity. '''United Coffee House''' in Connaught Place offers premium, historical vibe with first establishment in '''1942'''. '''Wengers''' in Connaught Place is also good option for western food, established in '''1924'''. '''Kake da hotel''', in Connaught place with spicy parathas and great desserts, established '''1931'''. ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Budget travellers can check out the [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Paharganj]] area west of New Delhi station. Despite its noise, filth and touts, Paharganj is considered safe for tourists. Much of New Delhi's expensive hotels are along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are in areas further south and west. Smoking is not allowed in hotels. ==Stay safe== {{see also|Delhi#Stay safe}} Many first-time travellers find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]]. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice, including taxi and auto drivers. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. New Delhi is '''unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]'''. If you are arriving for the first time at night, stay in either the lounge or well lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know to avoid sexual harassment. The Tolstoy Road area near '''Jantar Mantar''' in [[New Delhi/North|Connaught Place]] is a hotbed of protests. Visitors are advised to stay away from protest sites. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle customers by changing their travel plans or charging them extra money. You should book your flights online and secure train tickets from the [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]. Many scammers around the New Delhi station will ask visitors for "help" to find a "ticket office for foreigners", where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. Some even try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets. If arriving late at night at a transit hub, beware of a common '''taxi scam''' where the driver will take you to a barricade and suggest to take you to a different hotel. Then they will take you to a number of hotels which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation to pay more. ==Stay healthy== {{see also|Delhi#Stay healthy}} New Delhi experiences moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, especially around the crop burning season of September–November. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi/new-delhi air quality data]. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out. The hospitals are listed at [[Delhi#Hospitals]]. ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in New Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the city. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== ===Embassies and High Commissions=== Some embassies are outside the city limits, which are listed at [[Delhi#Embassies]]. ====Africa==== * {{flag|Egypt}} {{listing | name = Egypt | url = http://www.mfa.gov.eg/NewDelhi_Emb | email = india_emb@mfa.gov.eg | address = 1/50M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5860554 | long = 77.1893357 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4096, +91 11 2611 4097 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====Asia==== * {{flag|Afghanistan}} {{listing | name = Afghanistan | url = https://www.newdelhi.mfa.af/en/ | email = newdelhi.hotline@mfa.af | address = 5/50 F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5920784 | long = 77.1857326 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 5439, +91 11 2410 0412, +91 11 2687 1326 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q1854458 | content = Alternative [http://newdelhi.mfa.af/ website]. }} * {{flag|Bangladesh}} {{listing | name = Bangladesh | alt = | url = http://www.bdhcdelhi.org/ | email = | address = EP-39, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589889 | long = 77.176177 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2412 13 (ext. 89-94), +91 11 2412 1392 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Bangladesh has resumed visa services }} * {{flag|Bhutan}} {{listing | name = Bhutan | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.bt/rbedelhi | email = myandelhi@gmail.com | address = EP-4, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865777 | long = 77.1805153 | directions = | phone = +91-11-2688-9230, +91-11-2688-9809 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687-6710 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name = China | alt = | url = http://in.china-embassy.org/eng/ | email = | address = 50 D Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.601582 | long = 77.190779 | directions = | phone = +91 11 688 9028, +91 11 2611 2345 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Indonesia}} {{listing | name = Indonesia | alt = | url = https://www.kemlu.go.id/newdelhi/en/default.aspx | email = newdelhi.kbri@kemlu.go.id | address = 50-A Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.602053 | long = 77.194956 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611-8642 (/43/44) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 26874402 (General Inquiries) | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Iran}} {{listing | name=Iran | alt= | url=https://india.mfa.ir | email= | address= | lat=28.627101 | long=77.228037 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 9:30AM-1PM | price= | wikidata=Q112597874 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Israel}} {{listing | name = Israel | alt = | url = http://embassies.gov.il/delhi/Pages/default.aspx | email = | address = 3, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Marg | lat = 28.601630 | long = 77.221147 | directions = | phone = +91 11 3041 4500 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Japan}} {{listing | name = Japan | url = http://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/ | email = jpembjic@nd.mofa.go.jp | address = 4 & 5, 50-G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.590285 | long = 77.1891752 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 6581, +91 11 2687 6564 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11-2688-5587 | hours = M-F 9AM-1PM, 2-5:30PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/index.html website]. }} * {{flag|Malaysia}} {{listing | name = Malaysia | url = http://www.kln.gov.my/web/ind_new-delhi/home | email = | address = 50-M, Satya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5867356 | long = 77.1877439 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 9300 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Mongolia}} {{listing | name=Mongolia | alt= | url=https://embassymongolia.in/ | email=mongemb@vsnl.net | address=34, Archbishop Macarios Marg | lat=28.595987 | long=77.231918 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2463 1728 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11-2463 3240 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q112657182 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Myanmar}} {{listing | name=Myanmar | alt= | url=https://www.myanmedelhi.com/ | email=myandelhi@gmail.com | address=3/50F, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.594870 | long=77.187281 | directions=If using public transport to get to the embassy, bus 604 leaves from the PALIKA KENDRA bus stop, which is opposite The Park New Delhi Hotel, and between the Jantar Mantar attraction and the Bank of Baroda. This bus stop is also on Sansad Marg about 400 m north-east of the State Bank of India. Depending on the traffic, bus 604 will take about 30 min to get to the stop near the Myanmar embassy. Bus 604 will drop you at a bus stop on Shanti Path about 75 m north of the roundabout of Shanti Path and Panchsheel Marg. It’s a 10-min walk from this bus stop to the embassy. The visa application office is at the entrance of the embassy on Nyaya Marg, which is two blocks south of Panchsheel Marg and one block west of Shanti Path. | phone=+91 11 2467-8822, +91 11 2467-8823 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2467-8824 | hours=Visa application time is 10-11AM. Visa pick-up is the next day at 4PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Nepal}} {{listing | name = Nepal | url = https://in.nepalembassy.gov.np/ | email = | address = Bara Khamba Rd | lat = 28.62578 | long = 77.23021 | directions = | phone = +91 11 332 9969, +91 11 23476200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Pakistan}} {{listing | name = Pakistan | alt = | url = http://pakhcnewdelhi.org.pk/ | email = | address = 2/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593804 | long = 77.190927 | directions = | phone = +91 11 467 6004, +91 11 26110601 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = '''Visa services from the Pakistan High Commission have been suspended.''' Pakistan offers limited consular assistance in India, due to tensions. }} * {{flag|Palestine}} {{listing | name = Palestine | url = | email = | address = Jesus & Mary Marg | lat = 28.5924988 | long = 77.1793633 | directions = | phone = +91 241 080 6263 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Singapore}} {{listing | name = Singapore | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.sg/New-Delhi | email = singhc_del@mfa.sg | address = E-6, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5887908 | long = 77.1789112 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4600 0800 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|South Korea}} {{listing | name = South Korea | url = http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/in-en/index.do | email = | address = 9, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5897641 | long = 77.180038 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4200 7000 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sri Lanka}} {{listing | name = Sri Lanka | alt = | url = http://www.slhcindia.org/ | email = lankacomnd@gmail.com | address = 27, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.6030632 | long = 77.1923912 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2301-0201, | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2379-3604 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|Turkey}} {{listing | name=Turkey | alt= | url=https://newdelhi-emb.mfa.gov.tr | email=embassy.newdelhi@mfa.gov.tr | address=50-N, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.585365 | long=77.183413 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2688 9053 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of Turkey, New Delhi | wikidata=Q79849073 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|United Arab Emirates}} {{listing | name = United Arab Emirates | url = https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi | email = | address = EP 12, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5951889 | long = 77.1823008 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26111111 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-01-08 | content = }} ====Europe==== * {{flag|Belgium}} {{listing | name = Belgium | url = https://india.diplomatie.belgium.be/ | email = | address = 50-N, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865582 | long = 77.18448 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q15216557 | content = }} * {{flag|Czech Republic}} {{listing | name = Czech Republic | url = http://www.mzv.cz/newdelhi | email = newdelhi@embassy.mzv.cz | address = 50, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5849324 | long = 77.1854055 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 5200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Finland}} {{listing | name = Finland | alt = | url = http://www.finland.org.in/ | email = sanomat.nde@formin.fi | address = E-3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4149 7500, +91 11 4149 7570 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4149 7555, +91 11 4149 7559 (visa section) | hours = M-F 9AM-noon | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = The embassy is also accredited to Bangladesh. }} * {{flag|France}} {{listing | name = France | url = https://in.ambafrance.org/ | email = info_visa_delhi@ambafrance-in.org | address = 2/50-E Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5956739 | long = 77.1876381 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4319-6100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4319-6119 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q2841749 | content = }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name = Germany | url = http://new-delhi.diplo.de/ | email = | address = 6/50-G, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.58915 | long = 77.18822 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4419 9199 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3117 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://india.diplo.de/in-en/vertretungen/botschaft website]. }} * {{flag|Greece}} {{listing | name = Greece | alt = | url = http://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india.html | email = gremb.del@mfa.gr | address = EP-32, Dr S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.59114 | long = 77.17933 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26880700-4, +91 96 5461 6196 (Emergencies) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2688 8010 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Ireland}} {{listing | name = Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/india/ | address = C17, Malcha Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4940 3200 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4059 1898 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Italy}} {{listing | name = Italy | alt = | url = https://www.facebook.com/ItalyInIndia/?rf=200783886612998 | email = ambasciata.newdelhi@esteri.it | address = 50E, Chandra Gupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5906594 | long = 77.1828765 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4355 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3889 | hours = M-Th 9AM-1PM, 2-6PM, F 9AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name = Netherlands | url = https://www.nederlandwereldwijd.nl/landen/india/over-ons/ambassade-in-new-delhi | email = nde@minbuza.nl | address = 6/50 F, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5912319 | long = 77.1856657 | directions = | phone = +91 1124197600 | tollfree = | fax = +91 1124197710 | hours = M-F 9AM-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Norway}} {{listing | name = Norway | alt = | url = | email = | address = 50-C, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.600927 | long = 77.194075 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4136 3200 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Poland}} {{listing | name = Poland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.pl/web/india/embassy-new-delhi | email = newdelhi.amb.wk@msz.gov.pl | address = 50-M Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865 | long = 77.1855 | directions = | phone = +91 11 414 96 904, +91 11 414 96 992, +91 11 414 96 975 | tollfree = | hours = 8:15AM-4:15PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Russia}} {{listing | name = Russia | alt = | url = https://india.mid.ru/en/ | email = indconru@gmail.com | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593381 | long = 77.186465 | directions = | phone = +91 112611 0560 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 6823 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q16687395 | content = }} * {{flag|Slovakia}} {{listing | name = Slovakia | url = http://www.mzv.sk/web/dilli | email = | address = 50-M, Niti Marg, | lat = 28.5845363 | long = 77.1866863 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2688 9071 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Spain}} {{listing | name = Spain | alt = | url = | email = emb.nuevadelhi@maec.es | address = 12, Prithviraj Road | lat = 28.599339 | long = 77.21896 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4129 3000 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sweden}} {{listing | name = Sweden | url = https://www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies/india-new-delhi/ | email = | address = 4-5, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5945167 | long = 77.1840596 | directions = | phone = +91 11 44197100 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q10686016 | content = }} * {{flag|Switzerland}} {{listing | name = Switzerland | url = https://www.eda.admin.ch/newdelhi | email = | address = Nyaya Marg, 110 021, New Delhi | lat = 28.5964706 | long = 77.1852979 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4995 9500 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name = United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-new-delhi | email = web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5983229 | long = 77.1932387 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2419 2100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2419 2491 | hours = 9AM-5PM | price = | wikipedia = | wikidata = Q4970048 | image = | lastedit = 2017-05-14 | content = }} ====North America==== * {{flag|Canada}} {{listing | name = Canada | url = http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/india-inde/offices-bureaux/new_delhi.aspx?lang=eng | email = delhi@international.gc.ca | address = 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589971 | long = 77.1847524 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4178 2000 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4178 2020 | hours = M-Th 8:30AM-5:30PM, F 8:30AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [http://www.india.gc.ca/ website]. }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States of America | alt= | url=https://in.usembassy.gov/ | email=ndwebmail@state.gov | address=Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.596816 | long=77.188316 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2419 8000 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2419 0017 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of the United States, New Delhi | wikidata=Q24947370 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ====Oceania==== * {{flag|Australia}} {{listing | name = Australia | url = http://india.highcommission.gov.au/ | email = | address = 1/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5954831 | long = 77.1917746 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4139 9900 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 8:30AM - 1PM & 2-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|New Zealand}} {{listing | name = New Zealand | url = http://www.nzembassy.com/india | email = | address = Sir Edmund Hillary Marg | lat = 28.587721 | long = 77.1819434 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4688 3170 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====South America====<!-- Update section please --> ==Go next== * '''[[Agra]]''' — home to the Taj Mahal, a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. * '''[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]''' — explore New Delhi's old sibling, established by Shah Jahan. * '''[[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]]''' — for the Qutb Minar and its monuments. {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|28.61383|77.21599}} gt1ty97qastb31dt6zsu0ioi3m2kwpl 5328702 5328701 2026-08-15T08:26:29Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Events */ 5328702 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Delhi banner India gate.jpg}} {{printDistricts}} [[File:A walk through Mughal garden 02.jpg|thumb|Amrit Udyan with the Rashtrapati Bhavan at backdrop]] '''New Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: नई दिल्ली ''Naī Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: نئی دہلی ''Naī Dihlī''), the capital of the [[India|Republic of India]] and the seat of its three branches of government, is characterised by its wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles), colonial mansions and government buildings. A part of the larger [[Delhi|National Capital Territory of Delhi]] (NCT), New Delhi is not just a political centre; it's a thriving melting pot where people from different parts of India work and live. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres and the nearby [[Delhi/Central Delhi#Orientation|Paharganj]] area has many inexpensive hotels. ==Districts== {{Mapframe|28.594|77.164|zoom=12|width=480|height=400}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/New Delhi.map}} {{Regionlist | region1name=[[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|T1}} | region1items=Raisina Hill, Parliament Complex, Kartavya Path, Kartavya Bhavan, India Gate Circle | region1description= | region2name=[[New Delhi/North|North New Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|T2}} | region2items=Ashok Vihar, Connaught Place, Supreme Court | region2description= | region3name=[[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|T3}} | region3items=Chanakyapuri, Lodhi Art District, Lodi Gardens, Safdarjung | region3description= | region4name=[[New Delhi/Cantonment|Delhi Cantonment]] | region4color={{StdColor|T4}} | region4items=Dhaula Kuan, Palam AFS, Shankar Vihar, Subroto Park | region4description= }} ==Understand== Newcomers (and even some residents) often confuse between [[Delhi]] and New Delhi. In fact, New Delhi is a city within the Delhi metropolis, built by the [[British Raj|British]] as the capital of India. Whereas Delhi has served as the political centre of various empires before the British came, from the Rajputs to the Delhi Sultans, and eventually the Mughals. ===History=== The British established their capital at Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]) in 1757 after defeating the Nawab of Bengal. In 1905, Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, divided Bengal into two halves for ease of administration, creating a massive upsurge in anti-colonial movements in Calcutta. This forced the colonial government to reunite the province and shift the capital to Delhi in 1911. On 12 December 1911, King-Emperor George V declared the capital of India to be shifted to Delhi. British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker were responsible for planning large parts of the new capital of India, later named New Delhi to distinguish from the Mughal-era [[Old Delhi]]. However, the construction truly began after World War I, and the planned city was inaugurated on 10 February 1931 by Lord Irwin, Viceroy of India. Lutyens designed the central administrative area of the city as a testament to Britain's imperial aspirations, now known as "Lutyens' Delhi". The first major extension of New Delhi outside of Lutyens' Delhi came in the 1950s, after India's independence, when the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) developed the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri southwest of Lutyens' Delhi, where land was allotted for embassies, chanceries, high commissions and residences of ambassadors, around a wide central vista, called the '''Shanti Path''' (शांति पथ ''Shānti Path''), literally the "Path of Peace". ===Visitor information=== The government tourist office is listed at [[Delhi#Visitor information]]. Official website: * [https://ndmc.gov.in/ New Delhi Municipal Council] ==Talk== The native language of New Delhi is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]''', which also happens to be the main official language of the Indian government. New Delhi residents are generally fluent in English, including lawyers and politicians, which again happens to the additional official language of the government. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] ({{IATA|DEL}}) is the main arrival point for visitors into New Delhi, and a 20- to 30-minute ride by road from the city. Other airports include Noida ({{IATA|DXN}}) and Hindon ({{IATA|HDO}}). ===By train=== [[File:New Delhi Railway Station Entry.jpg|thumb|Ajmeri Gate side of New Delhi railway station]] * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|city=india|nr}} | alt=NDLS | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions=outside Paharganj, also known as the backpacker ghetto, about 40 min-1 hr to travel from New Delhi station to Delhi Airport by car | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=A tourist ticket office called the '''International Tourist Bureau''' is open during office hours upstairs of, but still within, the main New Delhi railway station (on the side away from the metro, near platform 1). Note that it is only for foreign tourists, so you ''must'' have a tourist visa (i.e. student and working visas are not acceptable). Non-resident Indians can also book their tickets through this office. Passport will be requested. Even the visa number is needed. They also accept debit/credit from Visa/Mastercard and RuPay cards (which is an Indian way of payment). To get a ticket, first go to the centre of the room and get numbers for the reservation and information desks, as well as a form to fill out. Then line up at one of the two u-shaped lines of chairs, fill out the form, and prepare for a protracted wait. When your information number is called, have the clerk check the availability of the train(s) you desire and answer any questions you have about the form. Then wait for your reservation number to be called. Note that by the time you get to the reservation desk, your train may no longer be available, in which case you can try to reserve a different one. If you need a bathroom during this lengthy process, there is a relatively clean male and female toilet just outside on the verandah through the side door (the door you didn't enter through). The station is large, crowded, confusing and packed with touts. {{pbri}} Allow '''one hour''' to find your train the first time you visit. Don't trust the electronic display boards, which often show incorrect information. Instead listen to the announcements and ask multiple people in uniform (including police officers) until you find your train. }} Transport options: * '''By metro:''' New Delhi station is served by '''Yellow''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and '''Orange''' {{rint|delhi|orange}} lines of the Delhi Metro. Metro exits are at the Ajmeri Gate (second entrance) side near platform 16. * '''By taxi:''' Depending on traffic, a taxi fare costs you about ₹400. Pre-paid taxi booth run by Delhi Police. If you are arriving at the station, and want to take a taxi, head to the Delhi Police pre-paid taxi booth. Unfortunately, this booth is at the extreme far north end (about 50&nbsp;m from the station main exit) of the taxi parking and you will encounter touts claiming to provide prepaid taxi; just ignore them and find the pre-paid taxi booth run by the Delhi Police which are safe and least expensive. There is some chance that the booth clerk, who works for the police, will shortchange you less than anyone else who handles cash in Delhi. You can also take prepaid rickshaws and taxis from the plaza outside the main entrance. For other stations, see [[Delhi#By train]]. ===By bus=== New Delhi is served by three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. All three are outside the city limits; see [[Delhi#By bus]]. * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-11 | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and New Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} ===By car=== New Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. See [[Delhi#By car]] for details. ==Get around== ===By metro=== {{main|Delhi#By metro}} The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. Fares range from ₹10-60. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. As of 2025, there are 9 lines operational: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa ===By bus=== {{main|Delhi#By bus}} New Delhi is well-connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. They buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in New Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) ===On foot=== Due to the city's urban planning, New Delhi is more pedestrian-friendly compares to the rest of the metropolis. Plus there are footbridges and subways to bypass the road traffic. ==See== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India Gate (18).jpg|thumb|The India Gate illuminated with the Indian flag.]] The main point of interest in New Delhi is the '''[[New Delhi/Central|Kartavya Bhavan Area]]''' (literally the "House of Duty Area"), the city's central administrative district. Developed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, the district is home to the '''India Gate''' (monumental arch for Indian soldiers), the '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (residence of the President of India), and of course the '''Kartavya Path''' (Path of Duty) connecting the two. The Kartavya Path is flanked by ministry buildings at both sides. The newest of them are the '''Kartavya Bhavans''' (Houses of Duty). Being the capital of India, New Delhi is home to several '''national museums''', showcasing India's history and cultural heritage. The '''National Museum''' and '''National Gallery''' sits right at the Kartavya Path. The '''Samvidhan Sadan''' (House of Constitution) is also worth visiting, showcasing the history of India's democracy. The building itself housed '''the Parliament of India''' until 2023, when it was shifted to a building adjacent to it. Both places are very much worth visiting and provide an excellent insight to how the world’s largest democracy operates. Tours are available, and you can sit and watch a live parliament debate when a session is ongoing. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} Take a walk at '''Connaught Place''' (CP), the heart of New Delhi. The British-designed colonial equivalent of a shopping mall, it's laid out in two concentric rings divided into blocks, all bursting with shops and lots of pampered pigeons waddling about. Long neglected, the area received an upsurge after the opening of the major Metro junction of '''Rajiv Chowk''' under it, and it's going more upmarket by the day. At the centre is a small but pleasant park, while on one edge is the notorious '''Palika Bazaar''', an underground den of cheap wares, many pirated or smuggled from overseas. The area is surrounded by tall office buildings on nearly all sides. Train fans will want to check out the '''Metro Museum''' inside the Patel Chowk station, open Tu-Su 10AM-4PM (free with valid Metro ticket). New Delhi is the place to go for parks; here are Delhi's Central Park, the Nehru Park which is a great place to hang out on a sunny afternoon in the winter, and the '''Kartavya Path''' which is the city's main parade route lined by grassy lawns and leading from the presidential residence Rashtrapati Bhavan to the India Gate. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. ==Learn== Although most of the higher education institutions of "New Delhi" are actually in [[Delhi]], the city is home to '''AIIMS New Delhi''' as well as '''IIT Delhi'''. Both are world class institutions which house vast facilities. The exams, JEE and NEET are extraordinarily competitive and complex. It is very hard to get into the top Indian institutions. There are many things to learn from India’s history in the parliament buildings. ==Work== ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} New Delhi is home to two major shopping districts: * '''[[New Delhi/North#Buy|Connaught Place]]''' ('''CP''') — the central business district, and a unique cross between a European shopping arcade, an Indian bazaar and an upmarket shopping mall. * '''[[New Delhi/South#Q3595641|Dilli Haat]]''' — a paid-entrance open-air market cum food plaza, with crafts from all over the country. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} If you come from the West, it may be interesting to eat at a fast food restaurant like McDonald's or Burger King. The menus are different and, unlike in the west, very vegetarian friendly - even KFC has a veg option. The best place to go for chaat is the '''Bengali Market''' (metro: {{station|Mandi House|city=del|blue|violet}}) near '''Connaught Place''' in the city centre. The restaurants are high quality and the food is great. There are ATMs as well. One of the best known restaurants there is '''Nathu's'''. But for the really good chaat, you have to make your way to Old Delhi, and particularly to '''Ashok's''' near Chawri Bazaar. While connoisseurs insist that the best chaat is prepared on the street, most travellers try to find a comfortable middle ground between hygiene and authenticity. '''United Coffee House''' in Connaught Place offers premium, historical vibe with first establishment in '''1942'''. '''Wengers''' in Connaught Place is also good option for western food, established in '''1924'''. '''Kake da hotel''', in Connaught place with spicy parathas and great desserts, established '''1931'''. ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Budget travellers can check out the [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Paharganj]] area west of New Delhi station. Despite its noise, filth and touts, Paharganj is considered safe for tourists. Much of New Delhi's expensive hotels are along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are in areas further south and west. Smoking is not allowed in hotels. ==Stay safe== {{see also|Delhi#Stay safe}} Many first-time travellers find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]]. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice, including taxi and auto drivers. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. New Delhi is '''unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]'''. If you are arriving for the first time at night, stay in either the lounge or well lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know to avoid sexual harassment. The Tolstoy Road area near '''Jantar Mantar''' in [[New Delhi/North|Connaught Place]] is a hotbed of protests. Visitors are advised to stay away from protest sites. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle customers by changing their travel plans or charging them extra money. You should book your flights online and secure train tickets from the [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]. Many scammers around the New Delhi station will ask visitors for "help" to find a "ticket office for foreigners", where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. Some even try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets. If arriving late at night at a transit hub, beware of a common '''taxi scam''' where the driver will take you to a barricade and suggest to take you to a different hotel. Then they will take you to a number of hotels which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation to pay more. ==Stay healthy== {{see also|Delhi#Stay healthy}} New Delhi experiences moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, especially around the crop burning season of September–November. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi/new-delhi air quality data]. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out. The hospitals are listed at [[Delhi#Hospitals]]. ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in New Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the city. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== ===Embassies and High Commissions=== Some embassies are outside the city limits, which are listed at [[Delhi#Embassies]]. ====Africa==== * {{flag|Egypt}} {{listing | name = Egypt | url = http://www.mfa.gov.eg/NewDelhi_Emb | email = india_emb@mfa.gov.eg | address = 1/50M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5860554 | long = 77.1893357 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4096, +91 11 2611 4097 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====Asia==== * {{flag|Afghanistan}} {{listing | name = Afghanistan | url = https://www.newdelhi.mfa.af/en/ | email = newdelhi.hotline@mfa.af | address = 5/50 F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5920784 | long = 77.1857326 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 5439, +91 11 2410 0412, +91 11 2687 1326 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q1854458 | content = Alternative [http://newdelhi.mfa.af/ website]. }} * {{flag|Bangladesh}} {{listing | name = Bangladesh | alt = | url = http://www.bdhcdelhi.org/ | email = | address = EP-39, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589889 | long = 77.176177 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2412 13 (ext. 89-94), +91 11 2412 1392 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Bangladesh has resumed visa services }} * {{flag|Bhutan}} {{listing | name = Bhutan | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.bt/rbedelhi | email = myandelhi@gmail.com | address = EP-4, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865777 | long = 77.1805153 | directions = | phone = +91-11-2688-9230, +91-11-2688-9809 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687-6710 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name = China | alt = | url = http://in.china-embassy.org/eng/ | email = | address = 50 D Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.601582 | long = 77.190779 | directions = | phone = +91 11 688 9028, +91 11 2611 2345 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Indonesia}} {{listing | name = Indonesia | alt = | url = https://www.kemlu.go.id/newdelhi/en/default.aspx | email = newdelhi.kbri@kemlu.go.id | address = 50-A Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.602053 | long = 77.194956 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611-8642 (/43/44) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 26874402 (General Inquiries) | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Iran}} {{listing | name=Iran | alt= | url=https://india.mfa.ir | email= | address= | lat=28.627101 | long=77.228037 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 9:30AM-1PM | price= | wikidata=Q112597874 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Israel}} {{listing | name = Israel | alt = | url = http://embassies.gov.il/delhi/Pages/default.aspx | email = | address = 3, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Marg | lat = 28.601630 | long = 77.221147 | directions = | phone = +91 11 3041 4500 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Japan}} {{listing | name = Japan | url = http://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/ | email = jpembjic@nd.mofa.go.jp | address = 4 & 5, 50-G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.590285 | long = 77.1891752 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 6581, +91 11 2687 6564 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11-2688-5587 | hours = M-F 9AM-1PM, 2-5:30PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/index.html website]. }} * {{flag|Malaysia}} {{listing | name = Malaysia | url = http://www.kln.gov.my/web/ind_new-delhi/home | email = | address = 50-M, Satya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5867356 | long = 77.1877439 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 9300 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Mongolia}} {{listing | name=Mongolia | alt= | url=https://embassymongolia.in/ | email=mongemb@vsnl.net | address=34, Archbishop Macarios Marg | lat=28.595987 | long=77.231918 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2463 1728 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11-2463 3240 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q112657182 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Myanmar}} {{listing | name=Myanmar | alt= | url=https://www.myanmedelhi.com/ | email=myandelhi@gmail.com | address=3/50F, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.594870 | long=77.187281 | directions=If using public transport to get to the embassy, bus 604 leaves from the PALIKA KENDRA bus stop, which is opposite The Park New Delhi Hotel, and between the Jantar Mantar attraction and the Bank of Baroda. This bus stop is also on Sansad Marg about 400 m north-east of the State Bank of India. Depending on the traffic, bus 604 will take about 30 min to get to the stop near the Myanmar embassy. Bus 604 will drop you at a bus stop on Shanti Path about 75 m north of the roundabout of Shanti Path and Panchsheel Marg. It’s a 10-min walk from this bus stop to the embassy. The visa application office is at the entrance of the embassy on Nyaya Marg, which is two blocks south of Panchsheel Marg and one block west of Shanti Path. | phone=+91 11 2467-8822, +91 11 2467-8823 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2467-8824 | hours=Visa application time is 10-11AM. Visa pick-up is the next day at 4PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Nepal}} {{listing | name = Nepal | url = https://in.nepalembassy.gov.np/ | email = | address = Bara Khamba Rd | lat = 28.62578 | long = 77.23021 | directions = | phone = +91 11 332 9969, +91 11 23476200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Pakistan}} {{listing | name = Pakistan | alt = | url = http://pakhcnewdelhi.org.pk/ | email = | address = 2/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593804 | long = 77.190927 | directions = | phone = +91 11 467 6004, +91 11 26110601 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = '''Visa services from the Pakistan High Commission have been suspended.''' Pakistan offers limited consular assistance in India, due to tensions. }} * {{flag|Palestine}} {{listing | name = Palestine | url = | email = | address = Jesus & Mary Marg | lat = 28.5924988 | long = 77.1793633 | directions = | phone = +91 241 080 6263 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Singapore}} {{listing | name = Singapore | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.sg/New-Delhi | email = singhc_del@mfa.sg | address = E-6, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5887908 | long = 77.1789112 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4600 0800 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|South Korea}} {{listing | name = South Korea | url = http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/in-en/index.do | email = | address = 9, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5897641 | long = 77.180038 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4200 7000 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sri Lanka}} {{listing | name = Sri Lanka | alt = | url = http://www.slhcindia.org/ | email = lankacomnd@gmail.com | address = 27, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.6030632 | long = 77.1923912 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2301-0201, | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2379-3604 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|Turkey}} {{listing | name=Turkey | alt= | url=https://newdelhi-emb.mfa.gov.tr | email=embassy.newdelhi@mfa.gov.tr | address=50-N, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.585365 | long=77.183413 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2688 9053 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of Turkey, New Delhi | wikidata=Q79849073 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|United Arab Emirates}} {{listing | name = United Arab Emirates | url = https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi | email = | address = EP 12, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5951889 | long = 77.1823008 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26111111 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-01-08 | content = }} ====Europe==== * {{flag|Belgium}} {{listing | name = Belgium | url = https://india.diplomatie.belgium.be/ | email = | address = 50-N, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865582 | long = 77.18448 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q15216557 | content = }} * {{flag|Czech Republic}} {{listing | name = Czech Republic | url = http://www.mzv.cz/newdelhi | email = newdelhi@embassy.mzv.cz | address = 50, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5849324 | long = 77.1854055 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 5200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Finland}} {{listing | name = Finland | alt = | url = http://www.finland.org.in/ | email = sanomat.nde@formin.fi | address = E-3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4149 7500, +91 11 4149 7570 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4149 7555, +91 11 4149 7559 (visa section) | hours = M-F 9AM-noon | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = The embassy is also accredited to Bangladesh. }} * {{flag|France}} {{listing | name = France | url = https://in.ambafrance.org/ | email = info_visa_delhi@ambafrance-in.org | address = 2/50-E Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5956739 | long = 77.1876381 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4319-6100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4319-6119 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q2841749 | content = }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name = Germany | url = http://new-delhi.diplo.de/ | email = | address = 6/50-G, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.58915 | long = 77.18822 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4419 9199 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3117 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://india.diplo.de/in-en/vertretungen/botschaft website]. }} * {{flag|Greece}} {{listing | name = Greece | alt = | url = http://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india.html | email = gremb.del@mfa.gr | address = EP-32, Dr S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.59114 | long = 77.17933 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26880700-4, +91 96 5461 6196 (Emergencies) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2688 8010 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Ireland}} {{listing | name = Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/india/ | address = C17, Malcha Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4940 3200 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4059 1898 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Italy}} {{listing | name = Italy | alt = | url = https://www.facebook.com/ItalyInIndia/?rf=200783886612998 | email = ambasciata.newdelhi@esteri.it | address = 50E, Chandra Gupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5906594 | long = 77.1828765 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4355 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3889 | hours = M-Th 9AM-1PM, 2-6PM, F 9AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name = Netherlands | url = https://www.nederlandwereldwijd.nl/landen/india/over-ons/ambassade-in-new-delhi | email = nde@minbuza.nl | address = 6/50 F, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5912319 | long = 77.1856657 | directions = | phone = +91 1124197600 | tollfree = | fax = +91 1124197710 | hours = M-F 9AM-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Norway}} {{listing | name = Norway | alt = | url = | email = | address = 50-C, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.600927 | long = 77.194075 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4136 3200 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Poland}} {{listing | name = Poland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.pl/web/india/embassy-new-delhi | email = newdelhi.amb.wk@msz.gov.pl | address = 50-M Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865 | long = 77.1855 | directions = | phone = +91 11 414 96 904, +91 11 414 96 992, +91 11 414 96 975 | tollfree = | hours = 8:15AM-4:15PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Russia}} {{listing | name = Russia | alt = | url = https://india.mid.ru/en/ | email = indconru@gmail.com | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593381 | long = 77.186465 | directions = | phone = +91 112611 0560 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 6823 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q16687395 | content = }} * {{flag|Slovakia}} {{listing | name = Slovakia | url = http://www.mzv.sk/web/dilli | email = | address = 50-M, Niti Marg, | lat = 28.5845363 | long = 77.1866863 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2688 9071 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Spain}} {{listing | name = Spain | alt = | url = | email = emb.nuevadelhi@maec.es | address = 12, Prithviraj Road | lat = 28.599339 | long = 77.21896 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4129 3000 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sweden}} {{listing | name = Sweden | url = https://www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies/india-new-delhi/ | email = | address = 4-5, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5945167 | long = 77.1840596 | directions = | phone = +91 11 44197100 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q10686016 | content = }} * {{flag|Switzerland}} {{listing | name = Switzerland | url = https://www.eda.admin.ch/newdelhi | email = | address = Nyaya Marg, 110 021, New Delhi | lat = 28.5964706 | long = 77.1852979 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4995 9500 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name = United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-new-delhi | email = web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5983229 | long = 77.1932387 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2419 2100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2419 2491 | hours = 9AM-5PM | price = | wikipedia = | wikidata = Q4970048 | image = | lastedit = 2017-05-14 | content = }} ====North America==== * {{flag|Canada}} {{listing | name = Canada | url = http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/india-inde/offices-bureaux/new_delhi.aspx?lang=eng | email = delhi@international.gc.ca | address = 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589971 | long = 77.1847524 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4178 2000 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4178 2020 | hours = M-Th 8:30AM-5:30PM, F 8:30AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [http://www.india.gc.ca/ website]. }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States of America | alt= | url=https://in.usembassy.gov/ | email=ndwebmail@state.gov | address=Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.596816 | long=77.188316 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2419 8000 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2419 0017 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of the United States, New Delhi | wikidata=Q24947370 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ====Oceania==== * {{flag|Australia}} {{listing | name = Australia | url = http://india.highcommission.gov.au/ | email = | address = 1/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5954831 | long = 77.1917746 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4139 9900 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 8:30AM - 1PM & 2-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|New Zealand}} {{listing | name = New Zealand | url = http://www.nzembassy.com/india | email = | address = Sir Edmund Hillary Marg | lat = 28.587721 | long = 77.1819434 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4688 3170 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====South America====<!-- Update section please --> ==Go next== * '''[[Agra]]''' — home to the Taj Mahal, a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. * '''[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]''' — explore New Delhi's old sibling, established by Shah Jahan. * '''[[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]]''' — for the Qutb Minar and its monuments. {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|28.61383|77.21599}} p4iiwnm0bho8085ltnnu870xe22bu0d 5328703 5328702 2026-08-15T08:27:35Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Learn */ IIT Delhi is not within the city limits, covered in [[Delhi/South]]. 5328703 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Delhi banner India gate.jpg}} {{printDistricts}} [[File:A walk through Mughal garden 02.jpg|thumb|Amrit Udyan with the Rashtrapati Bhavan at backdrop]] '''New Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: नई दिल्ली ''Naī Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: نئی دہلی ''Naī Dihlī''), the capital of the [[India|Republic of India]] and the seat of its three branches of government, is characterised by its wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles), colonial mansions and government buildings. A part of the larger [[Delhi|National Capital Territory of Delhi]] (NCT), New Delhi is not just a political centre; it's a thriving melting pot where people from different parts of India work and live. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres and the nearby [[Delhi/Central Delhi#Orientation|Paharganj]] area has many inexpensive hotels. ==Districts== {{Mapframe|28.594|77.164|zoom=12|width=480|height=400}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/New Delhi.map}} {{Regionlist | region1name=[[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|T1}} | region1items=Raisina Hill, Parliament Complex, Kartavya Path, Kartavya Bhavan, India Gate Circle | region1description= | region2name=[[New Delhi/North|North New Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|T2}} | region2items=Ashok Vihar, Connaught Place, Supreme Court | region2description= | region3name=[[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|T3}} | region3items=Chanakyapuri, Lodhi Art District, Lodi Gardens, Safdarjung | region3description= | region4name=[[New Delhi/Cantonment|Delhi Cantonment]] | region4color={{StdColor|T4}} | region4items=Dhaula Kuan, Palam AFS, Shankar Vihar, Subroto Park | region4description= }} ==Understand== Newcomers (and even some residents) often confuse between [[Delhi]] and New Delhi. In fact, New Delhi is a city within the Delhi metropolis, built by the [[British Raj|British]] as the capital of India. Whereas Delhi has served as the political centre of various empires before the British came, from the Rajputs to the Delhi Sultans, and eventually the Mughals. ===History=== The British established their capital at Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]) in 1757 after defeating the Nawab of Bengal. In 1905, Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, divided Bengal into two halves for ease of administration, creating a massive upsurge in anti-colonial movements in Calcutta. This forced the colonial government to reunite the province and shift the capital to Delhi in 1911. On 12 December 1911, King-Emperor George V declared the capital of India to be shifted to Delhi. British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker were responsible for planning large parts of the new capital of India, later named New Delhi to distinguish from the Mughal-era [[Old Delhi]]. However, the construction truly began after World War I, and the planned city was inaugurated on 10 February 1931 by Lord Irwin, Viceroy of India. Lutyens designed the central administrative area of the city as a testament to Britain's imperial aspirations, now known as "Lutyens' Delhi". The first major extension of New Delhi outside of Lutyens' Delhi came in the 1950s, after India's independence, when the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) developed the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri southwest of Lutyens' Delhi, where land was allotted for embassies, chanceries, high commissions and residences of ambassadors, around a wide central vista, called the '''Shanti Path''' (शांति पथ ''Shānti Path''), literally the "Path of Peace". ===Visitor information=== The government tourist office is listed at [[Delhi#Visitor information]]. Official website: * [https://ndmc.gov.in/ New Delhi Municipal Council] ==Talk== The native language of New Delhi is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]''', which also happens to be the main official language of the Indian government. New Delhi residents are generally fluent in English, including lawyers and politicians, which again happens to the additional official language of the government. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] ({{IATA|DEL}}) is the main arrival point for visitors into New Delhi, and a 20- to 30-minute ride by road from the city. Other airports include Noida ({{IATA|DXN}}) and Hindon ({{IATA|HDO}}). ===By train=== [[File:New Delhi Railway Station Entry.jpg|thumb|Ajmeri Gate side of New Delhi railway station]] * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|city=india|nr}} | alt=NDLS | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions=outside Paharganj, also known as the backpacker ghetto, about 40 min-1 hr to travel from New Delhi station to Delhi Airport by car | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=A tourist ticket office called the '''International Tourist Bureau''' is open during office hours upstairs of, but still within, the main New Delhi railway station (on the side away from the metro, near platform 1). Note that it is only for foreign tourists, so you ''must'' have a tourist visa (i.e. student and working visas are not acceptable). Non-resident Indians can also book their tickets through this office. Passport will be requested. Even the visa number is needed. They also accept debit/credit from Visa/Mastercard and RuPay cards (which is an Indian way of payment). To get a ticket, first go to the centre of the room and get numbers for the reservation and information desks, as well as a form to fill out. Then line up at one of the two u-shaped lines of chairs, fill out the form, and prepare for a protracted wait. When your information number is called, have the clerk check the availability of the train(s) you desire and answer any questions you have about the form. Then wait for your reservation number to be called. Note that by the time you get to the reservation desk, your train may no longer be available, in which case you can try to reserve a different one. If you need a bathroom during this lengthy process, there is a relatively clean male and female toilet just outside on the verandah through the side door (the door you didn't enter through). The station is large, crowded, confusing and packed with touts. {{pbri}} Allow '''one hour''' to find your train the first time you visit. Don't trust the electronic display boards, which often show incorrect information. Instead listen to the announcements and ask multiple people in uniform (including police officers) until you find your train. }} Transport options: * '''By metro:''' New Delhi station is served by '''Yellow''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and '''Orange''' {{rint|delhi|orange}} lines of the Delhi Metro. Metro exits are at the Ajmeri Gate (second entrance) side near platform 16. * '''By taxi:''' Depending on traffic, a taxi fare costs you about ₹400. Pre-paid taxi booth run by Delhi Police. If you are arriving at the station, and want to take a taxi, head to the Delhi Police pre-paid taxi booth. Unfortunately, this booth is at the extreme far north end (about 50&nbsp;m from the station main exit) of the taxi parking and you will encounter touts claiming to provide prepaid taxi; just ignore them and find the pre-paid taxi booth run by the Delhi Police which are safe and least expensive. There is some chance that the booth clerk, who works for the police, will shortchange you less than anyone else who handles cash in Delhi. You can also take prepaid rickshaws and taxis from the plaza outside the main entrance. For other stations, see [[Delhi#By train]]. ===By bus=== New Delhi is served by three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. All three are outside the city limits; see [[Delhi#By bus]]. * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-11 | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and New Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} ===By car=== New Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. See [[Delhi#By car]] for details. ==Get around== ===By metro=== {{main|Delhi#By metro}} The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. Fares range from ₹10-60. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. As of 2025, there are 9 lines operational: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa ===By bus=== {{main|Delhi#By bus}} New Delhi is well-connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. They buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in New Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) ===On foot=== Due to the city's urban planning, New Delhi is more pedestrian-friendly compares to the rest of the metropolis. Plus there are footbridges and subways to bypass the road traffic. ==See== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India Gate (18).jpg|thumb|The India Gate illuminated with the Indian flag.]] The main point of interest in New Delhi is the '''[[New Delhi/Central|Kartavya Bhavan Area]]''' (literally the "House of Duty Area"), the city's central administrative district. Developed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, the district is home to the '''India Gate''' (monumental arch for Indian soldiers), the '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (residence of the President of India), and of course the '''Kartavya Path''' (Path of Duty) connecting the two. The Kartavya Path is flanked by ministry buildings at both sides. The newest of them are the '''Kartavya Bhavans''' (Houses of Duty). Being the capital of India, New Delhi is home to several '''national museums''', showcasing India's history and cultural heritage. The '''National Museum''' and '''National Gallery''' sits right at the Kartavya Path. The '''Samvidhan Sadan''' (House of Constitution) is also worth visiting, showcasing the history of India's democracy. The building itself housed '''the Parliament of India''' until 2023, when it was shifted to a building adjacent to it. Both places are very much worth visiting and provide an excellent insight to how the world’s largest democracy operates. Tours are available, and you can sit and watch a live parliament debate when a session is ongoing. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} Take a walk at '''Connaught Place''' (CP), the heart of New Delhi. The British-designed colonial equivalent of a shopping mall, it's laid out in two concentric rings divided into blocks, all bursting with shops and lots of pampered pigeons waddling about. Long neglected, the area received an upsurge after the opening of the major Metro junction of '''Rajiv Chowk''' under it, and it's going more upmarket by the day. At the centre is a small but pleasant park, while on one edge is the notorious '''Palika Bazaar''', an underground den of cheap wares, many pirated or smuggled from overseas. The area is surrounded by tall office buildings on nearly all sides. Train fans will want to check out the '''Metro Museum''' inside the Patel Chowk station, open Tu-Su 10AM-4PM (free with valid Metro ticket). New Delhi is the place to go for parks; here are Delhi's Central Park, the Nehru Park which is a great place to hang out on a sunny afternoon in the winter, and the '''Kartavya Path''' which is the city's main parade route lined by grassy lawns and leading from the presidential residence Rashtrapati Bhavan to the India Gate. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. ==Learn== Although most of the higher education institutions of "New Delhi" are actually in [[Delhi]], the city is home to '''AIIMS New Delhi''', a world-class institution which house vast facilities. There are many things to learn from India’s history in the parliament buildings. ==Work== ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} New Delhi is home to two major shopping districts: * '''[[New Delhi/North#Buy|Connaught Place]]''' ('''CP''') — the central business district, and a unique cross between a European shopping arcade, an Indian bazaar and an upmarket shopping mall. * '''[[New Delhi/South#Q3595641|Dilli Haat]]''' — a paid-entrance open-air market cum food plaza, with crafts from all over the country. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} If you come from the West, it may be interesting to eat at a fast food restaurant like McDonald's or Burger King. The menus are different and, unlike in the west, very vegetarian friendly - even KFC has a veg option. The best place to go for chaat is the '''Bengali Market''' (metro: {{station|Mandi House|city=del|blue|violet}}) near '''Connaught Place''' in the city centre. The restaurants are high quality and the food is great. There are ATMs as well. One of the best known restaurants there is '''Nathu's'''. But for the really good chaat, you have to make your way to Old Delhi, and particularly to '''Ashok's''' near Chawri Bazaar. While connoisseurs insist that the best chaat is prepared on the street, most travellers try to find a comfortable middle ground between hygiene and authenticity. '''United Coffee House''' in Connaught Place offers premium, historical vibe with first establishment in '''1942'''. '''Wengers''' in Connaught Place is also good option for western food, established in '''1924'''. '''Kake da hotel''', in Connaught place with spicy parathas and great desserts, established '''1931'''. ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Budget travellers can check out the [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Paharganj]] area west of New Delhi station. Despite its noise, filth and touts, Paharganj is considered safe for tourists. Much of New Delhi's expensive hotels are along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are in areas further south and west. Smoking is not allowed in hotels. ==Stay safe== {{see also|Delhi#Stay safe}} Many first-time travellers find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]]. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice, including taxi and auto drivers. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. New Delhi is '''unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]'''. If you are arriving for the first time at night, stay in either the lounge or well lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know to avoid sexual harassment. The Tolstoy Road area near '''Jantar Mantar''' in [[New Delhi/North|Connaught Place]] is a hotbed of protests. Visitors are advised to stay away from protest sites. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle customers by changing their travel plans or charging them extra money. You should book your flights online and secure train tickets from the [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]. Many scammers around the New Delhi station will ask visitors for "help" to find a "ticket office for foreigners", where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. Some even try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets. If arriving late at night at a transit hub, beware of a common '''taxi scam''' where the driver will take you to a barricade and suggest to take you to a different hotel. Then they will take you to a number of hotels which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation to pay more. ==Stay healthy== {{see also|Delhi#Stay healthy}} New Delhi experiences moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, especially around the crop burning season of September–November. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi/new-delhi air quality data]. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out. The hospitals are listed at [[Delhi#Hospitals]]. ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in New Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the city. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== ===Embassies and High Commissions=== Some embassies are outside the city limits, which are listed at [[Delhi#Embassies]]. ====Africa==== * {{flag|Egypt}} {{listing | name = Egypt | url = http://www.mfa.gov.eg/NewDelhi_Emb | email = india_emb@mfa.gov.eg | address = 1/50M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5860554 | long = 77.1893357 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4096, +91 11 2611 4097 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====Asia==== * {{flag|Afghanistan}} {{listing | name = Afghanistan | url = https://www.newdelhi.mfa.af/en/ | email = newdelhi.hotline@mfa.af | address = 5/50 F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5920784 | long = 77.1857326 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 5439, +91 11 2410 0412, +91 11 2687 1326 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q1854458 | content = Alternative [http://newdelhi.mfa.af/ website]. }} * {{flag|Bangladesh}} {{listing | name = Bangladesh | alt = | url = http://www.bdhcdelhi.org/ | email = | address = EP-39, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589889 | long = 77.176177 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2412 13 (ext. 89-94), +91 11 2412 1392 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Bangladesh has resumed visa services }} * {{flag|Bhutan}} {{listing | name = Bhutan | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.bt/rbedelhi | email = myandelhi@gmail.com | address = EP-4, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865777 | long = 77.1805153 | directions = | phone = +91-11-2688-9230, +91-11-2688-9809 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687-6710 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name = China | alt = | url = http://in.china-embassy.org/eng/ | email = | address = 50 D Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.601582 | long = 77.190779 | directions = | phone = +91 11 688 9028, +91 11 2611 2345 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Indonesia}} {{listing | name = Indonesia | alt = | url = https://www.kemlu.go.id/newdelhi/en/default.aspx | email = newdelhi.kbri@kemlu.go.id | address = 50-A Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.602053 | long = 77.194956 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611-8642 (/43/44) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 26874402 (General Inquiries) | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Iran}} {{listing | name=Iran | alt= | url=https://india.mfa.ir | email= | address= | lat=28.627101 | long=77.228037 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 9:30AM-1PM | price= | wikidata=Q112597874 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Israel}} {{listing | name = Israel | alt = | url = http://embassies.gov.il/delhi/Pages/default.aspx | email = | address = 3, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Marg | lat = 28.601630 | long = 77.221147 | directions = | phone = +91 11 3041 4500 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Japan}} {{listing | name = Japan | url = http://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/ | email = jpembjic@nd.mofa.go.jp | address = 4 & 5, 50-G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.590285 | long = 77.1891752 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 6581, +91 11 2687 6564 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11-2688-5587 | hours = M-F 9AM-1PM, 2-5:30PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/index.html website]. }} * {{flag|Malaysia}} {{listing | name = Malaysia | url = http://www.kln.gov.my/web/ind_new-delhi/home | email = | address = 50-M, Satya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5867356 | long = 77.1877439 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 9300 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Mongolia}} {{listing | name=Mongolia | alt= | url=https://embassymongolia.in/ | email=mongemb@vsnl.net | address=34, Archbishop Macarios Marg | lat=28.595987 | long=77.231918 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2463 1728 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11-2463 3240 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q112657182 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Myanmar}} {{listing | name=Myanmar | alt= | url=https://www.myanmedelhi.com/ | email=myandelhi@gmail.com | address=3/50F, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.594870 | long=77.187281 | directions=If using public transport to get to the embassy, bus 604 leaves from the PALIKA KENDRA bus stop, which is opposite The Park New Delhi Hotel, and between the Jantar Mantar attraction and the Bank of Baroda. This bus stop is also on Sansad Marg about 400 m north-east of the State Bank of India. Depending on the traffic, bus 604 will take about 30 min to get to the stop near the Myanmar embassy. Bus 604 will drop you at a bus stop on Shanti Path about 75 m north of the roundabout of Shanti Path and Panchsheel Marg. It’s a 10-min walk from this bus stop to the embassy. The visa application office is at the entrance of the embassy on Nyaya Marg, which is two blocks south of Panchsheel Marg and one block west of Shanti Path. | phone=+91 11 2467-8822, +91 11 2467-8823 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2467-8824 | hours=Visa application time is 10-11AM. Visa pick-up is the next day at 4PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Nepal}} {{listing | name = Nepal | url = https://in.nepalembassy.gov.np/ | email = | address = Bara Khamba Rd | lat = 28.62578 | long = 77.23021 | directions = | phone = +91 11 332 9969, +91 11 23476200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Pakistan}} {{listing | name = Pakistan | alt = | url = http://pakhcnewdelhi.org.pk/ | email = | address = 2/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593804 | long = 77.190927 | directions = | phone = +91 11 467 6004, +91 11 26110601 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = '''Visa services from the Pakistan High Commission have been suspended.''' Pakistan offers limited consular assistance in India, due to tensions. }} * {{flag|Palestine}} {{listing | name = Palestine | url = | email = | address = Jesus & Mary Marg | lat = 28.5924988 | long = 77.1793633 | directions = | phone = +91 241 080 6263 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Singapore}} {{listing | name = Singapore | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.sg/New-Delhi | email = singhc_del@mfa.sg | address = E-6, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5887908 | long = 77.1789112 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4600 0800 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|South Korea}} {{listing | name = South Korea | url = http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/in-en/index.do | email = | address = 9, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5897641 | long = 77.180038 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4200 7000 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sri Lanka}} {{listing | name = Sri Lanka | alt = | url = http://www.slhcindia.org/ | email = lankacomnd@gmail.com | address = 27, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.6030632 | long = 77.1923912 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2301-0201, | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2379-3604 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|Turkey}} {{listing | name=Turkey | alt= | url=https://newdelhi-emb.mfa.gov.tr | email=embassy.newdelhi@mfa.gov.tr | address=50-N, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.585365 | long=77.183413 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2688 9053 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of Turkey, New Delhi | wikidata=Q79849073 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|United Arab Emirates}} {{listing | name = United Arab Emirates | url = https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi | email = | address = EP 12, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5951889 | long = 77.1823008 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26111111 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-01-08 | content = }} ====Europe==== * {{flag|Belgium}} {{listing | name = Belgium | url = https://india.diplomatie.belgium.be/ | email = | address = 50-N, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865582 | long = 77.18448 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q15216557 | content = }} * {{flag|Czech Republic}} {{listing | name = Czech Republic | url = http://www.mzv.cz/newdelhi | email = newdelhi@embassy.mzv.cz | address = 50, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5849324 | long = 77.1854055 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 5200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Finland}} {{listing | name = Finland | alt = | url = http://www.finland.org.in/ | email = sanomat.nde@formin.fi | address = E-3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4149 7500, +91 11 4149 7570 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4149 7555, +91 11 4149 7559 (visa section) | hours = M-F 9AM-noon | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = The embassy is also accredited to Bangladesh. }} * {{flag|France}} {{listing | name = France | url = https://in.ambafrance.org/ | email = info_visa_delhi@ambafrance-in.org | address = 2/50-E Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5956739 | long = 77.1876381 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4319-6100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4319-6119 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q2841749 | content = }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name = Germany | url = http://new-delhi.diplo.de/ | email = | address = 6/50-G, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.58915 | long = 77.18822 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4419 9199 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3117 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://india.diplo.de/in-en/vertretungen/botschaft website]. }} * {{flag|Greece}} {{listing | name = Greece | alt = | url = http://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india.html | email = gremb.del@mfa.gr | address = EP-32, Dr S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.59114 | long = 77.17933 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26880700-4, +91 96 5461 6196 (Emergencies) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2688 8010 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Ireland}} {{listing | name = Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/india/ | address = C17, Malcha Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4940 3200 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4059 1898 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Italy}} {{listing | name = Italy | alt = | url = https://www.facebook.com/ItalyInIndia/?rf=200783886612998 | email = ambasciata.newdelhi@esteri.it | address = 50E, Chandra Gupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5906594 | long = 77.1828765 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4355 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3889 | hours = M-Th 9AM-1PM, 2-6PM, F 9AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name = Netherlands | url = https://www.nederlandwereldwijd.nl/landen/india/over-ons/ambassade-in-new-delhi | email = nde@minbuza.nl | address = 6/50 F, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5912319 | long = 77.1856657 | directions = | phone = +91 1124197600 | tollfree = | fax = +91 1124197710 | hours = M-F 9AM-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Norway}} {{listing | name = Norway | alt = | url = | email = | address = 50-C, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.600927 | long = 77.194075 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4136 3200 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Poland}} {{listing | name = Poland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.pl/web/india/embassy-new-delhi | email = newdelhi.amb.wk@msz.gov.pl | address = 50-M Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865 | long = 77.1855 | directions = | phone = +91 11 414 96 904, +91 11 414 96 992, +91 11 414 96 975 | tollfree = | hours = 8:15AM-4:15PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Russia}} {{listing | name = Russia | alt = | url = https://india.mid.ru/en/ | email = indconru@gmail.com | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593381 | long = 77.186465 | directions = | phone = +91 112611 0560 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 6823 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q16687395 | content = }} * {{flag|Slovakia}} {{listing | name = Slovakia | url = http://www.mzv.sk/web/dilli | email = | address = 50-M, Niti Marg, | lat = 28.5845363 | long = 77.1866863 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2688 9071 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Spain}} {{listing | name = Spain | alt = | url = | email = emb.nuevadelhi@maec.es | address = 12, Prithviraj Road | lat = 28.599339 | long = 77.21896 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4129 3000 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sweden}} {{listing | name = Sweden | url = https://www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies/india-new-delhi/ | email = | address = 4-5, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5945167 | long = 77.1840596 | directions = | phone = +91 11 44197100 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q10686016 | content = }} * {{flag|Switzerland}} {{listing | name = Switzerland | url = https://www.eda.admin.ch/newdelhi | email = | address = Nyaya Marg, 110 021, New Delhi | lat = 28.5964706 | long = 77.1852979 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4995 9500 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name = United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-new-delhi | email = web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5983229 | long = 77.1932387 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2419 2100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2419 2491 | hours = 9AM-5PM | price = | wikipedia = | wikidata = Q4970048 | image = | lastedit = 2017-05-14 | content = }} ====North America==== * {{flag|Canada}} {{listing | name = Canada | url = http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/india-inde/offices-bureaux/new_delhi.aspx?lang=eng | email = delhi@international.gc.ca | address = 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589971 | long = 77.1847524 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4178 2000 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4178 2020 | hours = M-Th 8:30AM-5:30PM, F 8:30AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [http://www.india.gc.ca/ website]. }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States of America | alt= | url=https://in.usembassy.gov/ | email=ndwebmail@state.gov | address=Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.596816 | long=77.188316 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2419 8000 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2419 0017 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of the United States, New Delhi | wikidata=Q24947370 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ====Oceania==== * {{flag|Australia}} {{listing | name = Australia | url = http://india.highcommission.gov.au/ | email = | address = 1/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5954831 | long = 77.1917746 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4139 9900 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 8:30AM - 1PM & 2-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|New Zealand}} {{listing | name = New Zealand | url = http://www.nzembassy.com/india | email = | address = Sir Edmund Hillary Marg | lat = 28.587721 | long = 77.1819434 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4688 3170 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====South America====<!-- Update section please --> ==Go next== * '''[[Agra]]''' — home to the Taj Mahal, a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. * '''[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]''' — explore New Delhi's old sibling, established by Shah Jahan. * '''[[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]]''' — for the Qutb Minar and its monuments. {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|28.61383|77.21599}} ly5nvgwzsbj91btd85fgce0z3fz47e6 5328708 5328703 2026-08-15T08:46:01Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Do */ 5328708 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Delhi banner India gate.jpg}} {{printDistricts}} [[File:A walk through Mughal garden 02.jpg|thumb|Amrit Udyan with the Rashtrapati Bhavan at backdrop]] '''New Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: नई दिल्ली ''Naī Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: نئی دہلی ''Naī Dihlī''), the capital of the [[India|Republic of India]] and the seat of its three branches of government, is characterised by its wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles), colonial mansions and government buildings. A part of the larger [[Delhi|National Capital Territory of Delhi]] (NCT), New Delhi is not just a political centre; it's a thriving melting pot where people from different parts of India work and live. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres and the nearby [[Delhi/Central Delhi#Orientation|Paharganj]] area has many inexpensive hotels. ==Districts== {{Mapframe|28.594|77.164|zoom=12|width=480|height=400}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/New Delhi.map}} {{Regionlist | region1name=[[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|T1}} | region1items=Raisina Hill, Parliament Complex, Kartavya Path, Kartavya Bhavan, India Gate Circle | region1description= | region2name=[[New Delhi/North|North New Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|T2}} | region2items=Ashok Vihar, Connaught Place, Supreme Court | region2description= | region3name=[[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|T3}} | region3items=Chanakyapuri, Lodhi Art District, Lodi Gardens, Safdarjung | region3description= | region4name=[[New Delhi/Cantonment|Delhi Cantonment]] | region4color={{StdColor|T4}} | region4items=Dhaula Kuan, Palam AFS, Shankar Vihar, Subroto Park | region4description= }} ==Understand== Newcomers (and even some residents) often confuse between [[Delhi]] and New Delhi. In fact, New Delhi is a city within the Delhi metropolis, built by the [[British Raj|British]] as the capital of India. Whereas Delhi has served as the political centre of various empires before the British came, from the Rajputs to the Delhi Sultans, and eventually the Mughals. ===History=== The British established their capital at Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]) in 1757 after defeating the Nawab of Bengal. In 1905, Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, divided Bengal into two halves for ease of administration, creating a massive upsurge in anti-colonial movements in Calcutta. This forced the colonial government to reunite the province and shift the capital to Delhi in 1911. On 12 December 1911, King-Emperor George V declared the capital of India to be shifted to Delhi. British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker were responsible for planning large parts of the new capital of India, later named New Delhi to distinguish from the Mughal-era [[Old Delhi]]. However, the construction truly began after World War I, and the planned city was inaugurated on 10 February 1931 by Lord Irwin, Viceroy of India. Lutyens designed the central administrative area of the city as a testament to Britain's imperial aspirations, now known as "Lutyens' Delhi". The first major extension of New Delhi outside of Lutyens' Delhi came in the 1950s, after India's independence, when the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) developed the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri southwest of Lutyens' Delhi, where land was allotted for embassies, chanceries, high commissions and residences of ambassadors, around a wide central vista, called the '''Shanti Path''' (शांति पथ ''Shānti Path''), literally the "Path of Peace". ===Visitor information=== The government tourist office is listed at [[Delhi#Visitor information]]. Official website: * [https://ndmc.gov.in/ New Delhi Municipal Council] ==Talk== The native language of New Delhi is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]''', which also happens to be the main official language of the Indian government. New Delhi residents are generally fluent in English, including lawyers and politicians, which again happens to the additional official language of the government. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] ({{IATA|DEL}}) is the main arrival point for visitors into New Delhi, and a 20- to 30-minute ride by road from the city. Other airports include Noida ({{IATA|DXN}}) and Hindon ({{IATA|HDO}}). ===By train=== [[File:New Delhi Railway Station Entry.jpg|thumb|Ajmeri Gate side of New Delhi railway station]] * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|city=india|nr}} | alt=NDLS | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions=outside Paharganj, also known as the backpacker ghetto, about 40 min-1 hr to travel from New Delhi station to Delhi Airport by car | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=A tourist ticket office called the '''International Tourist Bureau''' is open during office hours upstairs of, but still within, the main New Delhi railway station (on the side away from the metro, near platform 1). Note that it is only for foreign tourists, so you ''must'' have a tourist visa (i.e. student and working visas are not acceptable). Non-resident Indians can also book their tickets through this office. Passport will be requested. Even the visa number is needed. They also accept debit/credit from Visa/Mastercard and RuPay cards (which is an Indian way of payment). To get a ticket, first go to the centre of the room and get numbers for the reservation and information desks, as well as a form to fill out. Then line up at one of the two u-shaped lines of chairs, fill out the form, and prepare for a protracted wait. When your information number is called, have the clerk check the availability of the train(s) you desire and answer any questions you have about the form. Then wait for your reservation number to be called. Note that by the time you get to the reservation desk, your train may no longer be available, in which case you can try to reserve a different one. If you need a bathroom during this lengthy process, there is a relatively clean male and female toilet just outside on the verandah through the side door (the door you didn't enter through). The station is large, crowded, confusing and packed with touts. {{pbri}} Allow '''one hour''' to find your train the first time you visit. Don't trust the electronic display boards, which often show incorrect information. Instead listen to the announcements and ask multiple people in uniform (including police officers) until you find your train. }} Transport options: * '''By metro:''' New Delhi station is served by '''Yellow''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and '''Orange''' {{rint|delhi|orange}} lines of the Delhi Metro. Metro exits are at the Ajmeri Gate (second entrance) side near platform 16. * '''By taxi:''' Depending on traffic, a taxi fare costs you about ₹400. Pre-paid taxi booth run by Delhi Police. If you are arriving at the station, and want to take a taxi, head to the Delhi Police pre-paid taxi booth. Unfortunately, this booth is at the extreme far north end (about 50&nbsp;m from the station main exit) of the taxi parking and you will encounter touts claiming to provide prepaid taxi; just ignore them and find the pre-paid taxi booth run by the Delhi Police which are safe and least expensive. There is some chance that the booth clerk, who works for the police, will shortchange you less than anyone else who handles cash in Delhi. You can also take prepaid rickshaws and taxis from the plaza outside the main entrance. For other stations, see [[Delhi#By train]]. ===By bus=== New Delhi is served by three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. All three are outside the city limits; see [[Delhi#By bus]]. * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-11 | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and New Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} ===By car=== New Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. See [[Delhi#By car]] for details. ==Get around== ===By metro=== {{main|Delhi#By metro}} The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. Fares range from ₹10-60. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. As of 2025, there are 9 lines operational: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa ===By bus=== {{main|Delhi#By bus}} New Delhi is well-connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. They buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in New Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) ===On foot=== Due to the city's urban planning, New Delhi is more pedestrian-friendly compares to the rest of the metropolis. Plus there are footbridges and subways to bypass the road traffic. ==See== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India Gate (18).jpg|thumb|The India Gate illuminated with the Indian flag.]] The main point of interest in New Delhi is the '''[[New Delhi/Central|Kartavya Bhavan Area]]''' (literally the "House of Duty Area"), the city's central administrative district. Developed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, the district is home to the '''India Gate''' (monumental arch for Indian soldiers), the '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (residence of the President of India), and of course the '''Kartavya Path''' (Path of Duty) connecting the two. The Kartavya Path is flanked by ministry buildings at both sides. The newest of them are the '''Kartavya Bhavans''' (Houses of Duty). Being the capital of India, New Delhi is home to several '''national museums''', showcasing India's history and cultural heritage. The '''National Museum''' and '''National Gallery''' sits right at the Kartavya Path. The '''Samvidhan Sadan''' (House of Constitution) is also worth visiting, showcasing the history of India's democracy. The building itself housed '''the Parliament of India''' until 2023, when it was shifted to a building adjacent to it. Both places are very much worth visiting and provide an excellent insight to how the world’s largest democracy operates. Tours are available, and you can sit and watch a live parliament debate when a session is ongoing. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Indian Armed Forces - Republic day parade 2024.jpg|thumb|Republic Day Parade]] Take a walk at '''Connaught Place''' (CP), the heart of New Delhi. The British-designed colonial equivalent of a shopping mall, it's laid out in two concentric rings divided into blocks, all bursting with shops and lots of pampered pigeons waddling about. Long neglected, the area received an upsurge after the opening of the major Metro junction of '''Rajiv Chowk''' under it, and it's going more upmarket by the day. At the centre is a small but pleasant park, while on one edge is the notorious '''Palika Bazaar''', an underground den of cheap wares, many pirated or smuggled from overseas. The area is surrounded by tall office buildings on nearly all sides. Train fans will want to check out the '''Metro Museum''' inside the Patel Chowk station, open Tu-Su 10AM-4PM (free with valid Metro ticket). New Delhi is the place to go for parks; here are Delhi's Central Park, the Nehru Park which is a great place to hang out on a sunny afternoon in the winter, and the '''Kartavya Path''' which is the city's main parade route lined by grassy lawns and leading from the presidential residence Rashtrapati Bhavan to the India Gate. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. ==Learn== Although most of the higher education institutions of "New Delhi" are actually in [[Delhi]], the city is home to '''AIIMS New Delhi''', a world-class institution which house vast facilities. There are many things to learn from India’s history in the parliament buildings. ==Work== ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} New Delhi is home to two major shopping districts: * '''[[New Delhi/North#Buy|Connaught Place]]''' ('''CP''') — the central business district, and a unique cross between a European shopping arcade, an Indian bazaar and an upmarket shopping mall. * '''[[New Delhi/South#Q3595641|Dilli Haat]]''' — a paid-entrance open-air market cum food plaza, with crafts from all over the country. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} If you come from the West, it may be interesting to eat at a fast food restaurant like McDonald's or Burger King. The menus are different and, unlike in the west, very vegetarian friendly - even KFC has a veg option. The best place to go for chaat is the '''Bengali Market''' (metro: {{station|Mandi House|city=del|blue|violet}}) near '''Connaught Place''' in the city centre. The restaurants are high quality and the food is great. There are ATMs as well. One of the best known restaurants there is '''Nathu's'''. But for the really good chaat, you have to make your way to Old Delhi, and particularly to '''Ashok's''' near Chawri Bazaar. While connoisseurs insist that the best chaat is prepared on the street, most travellers try to find a comfortable middle ground between hygiene and authenticity. '''United Coffee House''' in Connaught Place offers premium, historical vibe with first establishment in '''1942'''. '''Wengers''' in Connaught Place is also good option for western food, established in '''1924'''. '''Kake da hotel''', in Connaught place with spicy parathas and great desserts, established '''1931'''. ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Budget travellers can check out the [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Paharganj]] area west of New Delhi station. Despite its noise, filth and touts, Paharganj is considered safe for tourists. Much of New Delhi's expensive hotels are along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are in areas further south and west. Smoking is not allowed in hotels. ==Stay safe== {{see also|Delhi#Stay safe}} Many first-time travellers find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]]. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice, including taxi and auto drivers. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. New Delhi is '''unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]'''. If you are arriving for the first time at night, stay in either the lounge or well lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know to avoid sexual harassment. The Tolstoy Road area near '''Jantar Mantar''' in [[New Delhi/North|Connaught Place]] is a hotbed of protests. Visitors are advised to stay away from protest sites. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle customers by changing their travel plans or charging them extra money. You should book your flights online and secure train tickets from the [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]. Many scammers around the New Delhi station will ask visitors for "help" to find a "ticket office for foreigners", where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. Some even try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets. If arriving late at night at a transit hub, beware of a common '''taxi scam''' where the driver will take you to a barricade and suggest to take you to a different hotel. Then they will take you to a number of hotels which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation to pay more. ==Stay healthy== {{see also|Delhi#Stay healthy}} New Delhi experiences moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, especially around the crop burning season of September–November. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi/new-delhi air quality data]. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out. The hospitals are listed at [[Delhi#Hospitals]]. ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in New Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the city. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== ===Embassies and High Commissions=== Some embassies are outside the city limits, which are listed at [[Delhi#Embassies]]. ====Africa==== * {{flag|Egypt}} {{listing | name = Egypt | url = http://www.mfa.gov.eg/NewDelhi_Emb | email = india_emb@mfa.gov.eg | address = 1/50M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5860554 | long = 77.1893357 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4096, +91 11 2611 4097 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====Asia==== * {{flag|Afghanistan}} {{listing | name = Afghanistan | url = https://www.newdelhi.mfa.af/en/ | email = newdelhi.hotline@mfa.af | address = 5/50 F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5920784 | long = 77.1857326 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 5439, +91 11 2410 0412, +91 11 2687 1326 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q1854458 | content = Alternative [http://newdelhi.mfa.af/ website]. }} * {{flag|Bangladesh}} {{listing | name = Bangladesh | alt = | url = http://www.bdhcdelhi.org/ | email = | address = EP-39, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589889 | long = 77.176177 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2412 13 (ext. 89-94), +91 11 2412 1392 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Bangladesh has resumed visa services }} * {{flag|Bhutan}} {{listing | name = Bhutan | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.bt/rbedelhi | email = myandelhi@gmail.com | address = EP-4, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865777 | long = 77.1805153 | directions = | phone = +91-11-2688-9230, +91-11-2688-9809 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687-6710 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name = China | alt = | url = http://in.china-embassy.org/eng/ | email = | address = 50 D Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.601582 | long = 77.190779 | directions = | phone = +91 11 688 9028, +91 11 2611 2345 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Indonesia}} {{listing | name = Indonesia | alt = | url = https://www.kemlu.go.id/newdelhi/en/default.aspx | email = newdelhi.kbri@kemlu.go.id | address = 50-A Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.602053 | long = 77.194956 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611-8642 (/43/44) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 26874402 (General Inquiries) | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Iran}} {{listing | name=Iran | alt= | url=https://india.mfa.ir | email= | address= | lat=28.627101 | long=77.228037 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 9:30AM-1PM | price= | wikidata=Q112597874 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Israel}} {{listing | name = Israel | alt = | url = http://embassies.gov.il/delhi/Pages/default.aspx | email = | address = 3, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Marg | lat = 28.601630 | long = 77.221147 | directions = | phone = +91 11 3041 4500 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Japan}} {{listing | name = Japan | url = http://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/ | email = jpembjic@nd.mofa.go.jp | address = 4 & 5, 50-G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.590285 | long = 77.1891752 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 6581, +91 11 2687 6564 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11-2688-5587 | hours = M-F 9AM-1PM, 2-5:30PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/index.html website]. }} * {{flag|Malaysia}} {{listing | name = Malaysia | url = http://www.kln.gov.my/web/ind_new-delhi/home | email = | address = 50-M, Satya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5867356 | long = 77.1877439 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 9300 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Mongolia}} {{listing | name=Mongolia | alt= | url=https://embassymongolia.in/ | email=mongemb@vsnl.net | address=34, Archbishop Macarios Marg | lat=28.595987 | long=77.231918 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2463 1728 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11-2463 3240 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q112657182 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Myanmar}} {{listing | name=Myanmar | alt= | url=https://www.myanmedelhi.com/ | email=myandelhi@gmail.com | address=3/50F, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.594870 | long=77.187281 | directions=If using public transport to get to the embassy, bus 604 leaves from the PALIKA KENDRA bus stop, which is opposite The Park New Delhi Hotel, and between the Jantar Mantar attraction and the Bank of Baroda. This bus stop is also on Sansad Marg about 400 m north-east of the State Bank of India. Depending on the traffic, bus 604 will take about 30 min to get to the stop near the Myanmar embassy. Bus 604 will drop you at a bus stop on Shanti Path about 75 m north of the roundabout of Shanti Path and Panchsheel Marg. It’s a 10-min walk from this bus stop to the embassy. The visa application office is at the entrance of the embassy on Nyaya Marg, which is two blocks south of Panchsheel Marg and one block west of Shanti Path. | phone=+91 11 2467-8822, +91 11 2467-8823 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2467-8824 | hours=Visa application time is 10-11AM. Visa pick-up is the next day at 4PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Nepal}} {{listing | name = Nepal | url = https://in.nepalembassy.gov.np/ | email = | address = Bara Khamba Rd | lat = 28.62578 | long = 77.23021 | directions = | phone = +91 11 332 9969, +91 11 23476200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Pakistan}} {{listing | name = Pakistan | alt = | url = http://pakhcnewdelhi.org.pk/ | email = | address = 2/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593804 | long = 77.190927 | directions = | phone = +91 11 467 6004, +91 11 26110601 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = '''Visa services from the Pakistan High Commission have been suspended.''' Pakistan offers limited consular assistance in India, due to tensions. }} * {{flag|Palestine}} {{listing | name = Palestine | url = | email = | address = Jesus & Mary Marg | lat = 28.5924988 | long = 77.1793633 | directions = | phone = +91 241 080 6263 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Singapore}} {{listing | name = Singapore | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.sg/New-Delhi | email = singhc_del@mfa.sg | address = E-6, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5887908 | long = 77.1789112 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4600 0800 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|South Korea}} {{listing | name = South Korea | url = http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/in-en/index.do | email = | address = 9, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5897641 | long = 77.180038 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4200 7000 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sri Lanka}} {{listing | name = Sri Lanka | alt = | url = http://www.slhcindia.org/ | email = lankacomnd@gmail.com | address = 27, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.6030632 | long = 77.1923912 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2301-0201, | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2379-3604 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|Turkey}} {{listing | name=Turkey | alt= | url=https://newdelhi-emb.mfa.gov.tr | email=embassy.newdelhi@mfa.gov.tr | address=50-N, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.585365 | long=77.183413 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2688 9053 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of Turkey, New Delhi | wikidata=Q79849073 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|United Arab Emirates}} {{listing | name = United Arab Emirates | url = https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi | email = | address = EP 12, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5951889 | long = 77.1823008 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26111111 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-01-08 | content = }} ====Europe==== * {{flag|Belgium}} {{listing | name = Belgium | url = https://india.diplomatie.belgium.be/ | email = | address = 50-N, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865582 | long = 77.18448 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q15216557 | content = }} * {{flag|Czech Republic}} {{listing | name = Czech Republic | url = http://www.mzv.cz/newdelhi | email = newdelhi@embassy.mzv.cz | address = 50, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5849324 | long = 77.1854055 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 5200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Finland}} {{listing | name = Finland | alt = | url = http://www.finland.org.in/ | email = sanomat.nde@formin.fi | address = E-3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4149 7500, +91 11 4149 7570 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4149 7555, +91 11 4149 7559 (visa section) | hours = M-F 9AM-noon | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = The embassy is also accredited to Bangladesh. }} * {{flag|France}} {{listing | name = France | url = https://in.ambafrance.org/ | email = info_visa_delhi@ambafrance-in.org | address = 2/50-E Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5956739 | long = 77.1876381 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4319-6100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4319-6119 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q2841749 | content = }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name = Germany | url = http://new-delhi.diplo.de/ | email = | address = 6/50-G, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.58915 | long = 77.18822 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4419 9199 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3117 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://india.diplo.de/in-en/vertretungen/botschaft website]. }} * {{flag|Greece}} {{listing | name = Greece | alt = | url = http://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india.html | email = gremb.del@mfa.gr | address = EP-32, Dr S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.59114 | long = 77.17933 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26880700-4, +91 96 5461 6196 (Emergencies) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2688 8010 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Ireland}} {{listing | name = Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/india/ | address = C17, Malcha Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4940 3200 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4059 1898 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Italy}} {{listing | name = Italy | alt = | url = https://www.facebook.com/ItalyInIndia/?rf=200783886612998 | email = ambasciata.newdelhi@esteri.it | address = 50E, Chandra Gupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5906594 | long = 77.1828765 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4355 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3889 | hours = M-Th 9AM-1PM, 2-6PM, F 9AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name = Netherlands | url = https://www.nederlandwereldwijd.nl/landen/india/over-ons/ambassade-in-new-delhi | email = nde@minbuza.nl | address = 6/50 F, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5912319 | long = 77.1856657 | directions = | phone = +91 1124197600 | tollfree = | fax = +91 1124197710 | hours = M-F 9AM-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Norway}} {{listing | name = Norway | alt = | url = | email = | address = 50-C, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.600927 | long = 77.194075 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4136 3200 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Poland}} {{listing | name = Poland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.pl/web/india/embassy-new-delhi | email = newdelhi.amb.wk@msz.gov.pl | address = 50-M Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865 | long = 77.1855 | directions = | phone = +91 11 414 96 904, +91 11 414 96 992, +91 11 414 96 975 | tollfree = | hours = 8:15AM-4:15PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Russia}} {{listing | name = Russia | alt = | url = https://india.mid.ru/en/ | email = indconru@gmail.com | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593381 | long = 77.186465 | directions = | phone = +91 112611 0560 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 6823 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q16687395 | content = }} * {{flag|Slovakia}} {{listing | name = Slovakia | url = http://www.mzv.sk/web/dilli | email = | address = 50-M, Niti Marg, | lat = 28.5845363 | long = 77.1866863 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2688 9071 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Spain}} {{listing | name = Spain | alt = | url = | email = emb.nuevadelhi@maec.es | address = 12, Prithviraj Road | lat = 28.599339 | long = 77.21896 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4129 3000 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sweden}} {{listing | name = Sweden | url = https://www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies/india-new-delhi/ | email = | address = 4-5, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5945167 | long = 77.1840596 | directions = | phone = +91 11 44197100 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q10686016 | content = }} * {{flag|Switzerland}} {{listing | name = Switzerland | url = https://www.eda.admin.ch/newdelhi | email = | address = Nyaya Marg, 110 021, New Delhi | lat = 28.5964706 | long = 77.1852979 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4995 9500 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name = United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-new-delhi | email = web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5983229 | long = 77.1932387 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2419 2100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2419 2491 | hours = 9AM-5PM | price = | wikipedia = | wikidata = Q4970048 | image = | lastedit = 2017-05-14 | content = }} ====North America==== * {{flag|Canada}} {{listing | name = Canada | url = http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/india-inde/offices-bureaux/new_delhi.aspx?lang=eng | email = delhi@international.gc.ca | address = 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589971 | long = 77.1847524 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4178 2000 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4178 2020 | hours = M-Th 8:30AM-5:30PM, F 8:30AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [http://www.india.gc.ca/ website]. }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States of America | alt= | url=https://in.usembassy.gov/ | email=ndwebmail@state.gov | address=Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.596816 | long=77.188316 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2419 8000 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2419 0017 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of the United States, New Delhi | wikidata=Q24947370 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ====Oceania==== * {{flag|Australia}} {{listing | name = Australia | url = http://india.highcommission.gov.au/ | email = | address = 1/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5954831 | long = 77.1917746 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4139 9900 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 8:30AM - 1PM & 2-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|New Zealand}} {{listing | name = New Zealand | url = http://www.nzembassy.com/india | email = | address = Sir Edmund Hillary Marg | lat = 28.587721 | long = 77.1819434 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4688 3170 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====South America====<!-- Update section please --> ==Go next== * '''[[Agra]]''' — home to the Taj Mahal, a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. * '''[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]''' — explore New Delhi's old sibling, established by Shah Jahan. * '''[[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]]''' — for the Qutb Minar and its monuments. {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|28.61383|77.21599}} 06ok7lumvb9tg9qnqz46gaft2veajhv 5328709 5328708 2026-08-15T08:47:20Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Districts */ 5328709 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Delhi banner India gate.jpg}} {{printDistricts}} [[File:A walk through Mughal garden 02.jpg|thumb|Amrit Udyan with the Rashtrapati Bhavan at backdrop]] '''New Delhi''' ([[Hindi]]: नई दिल्ली ''Naī Dillī'', [[Urdu]]: نئی دہلی ''Naī Dihlī''), the capital of the [[India|Republic of India]] and the seat of its three branches of government, is characterised by its wide boulevards, roundabouts (traffic circles), colonial mansions and government buildings. A part of the larger [[Delhi|National Capital Territory of Delhi]] (NCT), New Delhi is not just a political centre; it's a thriving melting pot where people from different parts of India work and live. Connaught Place and Khan Market are popular shopping centres and the nearby [[Delhi/Central Delhi#Orientation|Paharganj]] area has many inexpensive hotels. ==Districts== {{Mapframe|28.594|77.1635|zoom=12|width=475|height=400}} {{Mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{mapshape|type=page|wikicommons=Wikivoyage/New Delhi.map}} {{Regionlist | region1name=[[New Delhi/Central|Central New Delhi]] | region1color={{StdColor|T1}} | region1items=Raisina Hill, Parliament Complex, Kartavya Path, Kartavya Bhavan, India Gate Circle | region1description= | region2name=[[New Delhi/North|North New Delhi]] | region2color={{StdColor|T2}} | region2items=Ashok Vihar, Connaught Place, Supreme Court | region2description= | region3name=[[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]] | region3color={{StdColor|T3}} | region3items=Chanakyapuri, Lodhi Art District, Lodi Gardens, Safdarjung | region3description= | region4name=[[New Delhi/Cantonment|Delhi Cantonment]] | region4color={{StdColor|T4}} | region4items=Dhaula Kuan, Palam AFS, Shankar Vihar, Subroto Park | region4description= }} ==Understand== Newcomers (and even some residents) often confuse between [[Delhi]] and New Delhi. In fact, New Delhi is a city within the Delhi metropolis, built by the [[British Raj|British]] as the capital of India. Whereas Delhi has served as the political centre of various empires before the British came, from the Rajputs to the Delhi Sultans, and eventually the Mughals. ===History=== The British established their capital at Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]) in 1757 after defeating the Nawab of Bengal. In 1905, Lord Curzon, Viceroy of India, divided Bengal into two halves for ease of administration, creating a massive upsurge in anti-colonial movements in Calcutta. This forced the colonial government to reunite the province and shift the capital to Delhi in 1911. On 12 December 1911, King-Emperor George V declared the capital of India to be shifted to Delhi. British architects Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker were responsible for planning large parts of the new capital of India, later named New Delhi to distinguish from the Mughal-era [[Old Delhi]]. However, the construction truly began after World War I, and the planned city was inaugurated on 10 February 1931 by Lord Irwin, Viceroy of India. Lutyens designed the central administrative area of the city as a testament to Britain's imperial aspirations, now known as "Lutyens' Delhi". The first major extension of New Delhi outside of Lutyens' Delhi came in the 1950s, after India's independence, when the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) developed the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri southwest of Lutyens' Delhi, where land was allotted for embassies, chanceries, high commissions and residences of ambassadors, around a wide central vista, called the '''Shanti Path''' (शांति पथ ''Shānti Path''), literally the "Path of Peace". ===Visitor information=== The government tourist office is listed at [[Delhi#Visitor information]]. Official website: * [https://ndmc.gov.in/ New Delhi Municipal Council] ==Talk== The native language of New Delhi is '''[[Hindi phrasebook|Hindi]]''', which also happens to be the main official language of the Indian government. New Delhi residents are generally fluent in English, including lawyers and politicians, which again happens to the additional official language of the government. ==Get in== {{seealso|Istanbul to New Delhi overland}} ===By plane=== [[Indira Gandhi International Airport]] ({{IATA|DEL}}) is the main arrival point for visitors into New Delhi, and a 20- to 30-minute ride by road from the city. Other airports include Noida ({{IATA|DXN}}) and Hindon ({{IATA|HDO}}). ===By train=== [[File:New Delhi Railway Station Entry.jpg|thumb|Ajmeri Gate side of New Delhi railway station]] * {{go | name={{station|New Delhi|city=india|nr}} | alt=NDLS | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642314 | long=77.220004 | directions=outside Paharganj, also known as the backpacker ghetto, about 40 min-1 hr to travel from New Delhi station to Delhi Airport by car | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–11PM | price= | wikidata=Q2742296 | lastedit=2026-02-18 | content=A tourist ticket office called the '''International Tourist Bureau''' is open during office hours upstairs of, but still within, the main New Delhi railway station (on the side away from the metro, near platform 1). Note that it is only for foreign tourists, so you ''must'' have a tourist visa (i.e. student and working visas are not acceptable). Non-resident Indians can also book their tickets through this office. Passport will be requested. Even the visa number is needed. They also accept debit/credit from Visa/Mastercard and RuPay cards (which is an Indian way of payment). To get a ticket, first go to the centre of the room and get numbers for the reservation and information desks, as well as a form to fill out. Then line up at one of the two u-shaped lines of chairs, fill out the form, and prepare for a protracted wait. When your information number is called, have the clerk check the availability of the train(s) you desire and answer any questions you have about the form. Then wait for your reservation number to be called. Note that by the time you get to the reservation desk, your train may no longer be available, in which case you can try to reserve a different one. If you need a bathroom during this lengthy process, there is a relatively clean male and female toilet just outside on the verandah through the side door (the door you didn't enter through). The station is large, crowded, confusing and packed with touts. {{pbri}} Allow '''one hour''' to find your train the first time you visit. Don't trust the electronic display boards, which often show incorrect information. Instead listen to the announcements and ask multiple people in uniform (including police officers) until you find your train. }} Transport options: * '''By metro:''' New Delhi station is served by '''Yellow''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and '''Orange''' {{rint|delhi|orange}} lines of the Delhi Metro. Metro exits are at the Ajmeri Gate (second entrance) side near platform 16. * '''By taxi:''' Depending on traffic, a taxi fare costs you about ₹400. Pre-paid taxi booth run by Delhi Police. If you are arriving at the station, and want to take a taxi, head to the Delhi Police pre-paid taxi booth. Unfortunately, this booth is at the extreme far north end (about 50&nbsp;m from the station main exit) of the taxi parking and you will encounter touts claiming to provide prepaid taxi; just ignore them and find the pre-paid taxi booth run by the Delhi Police which are safe and least expensive. There is some chance that the booth clerk, who works for the police, will shortchange you less than anyone else who handles cash in Delhi. You can also take prepaid rickshaws and taxis from the plaza outside the main entrance. For other stations, see [[Delhi#By train]]. ===By bus=== New Delhi is served by three major Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs): Kashmere Gate, Sarai Kale Khan and Anand Vihar. All three are outside the city limits; see [[Delhi#By bus]]. * {{go | name=Bikaner House | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pandara Rd | lat=28.60815 | long=77.23072 | directions=metro: {{station|Central Secretariat|yellow|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-11 | content=Buses, including air-conditioned Volvo buses from [[Jaipur]] arrive at this place. For travel between Jaipur and New Delhi, this bus stop is very clean, less crowded than ISBT, and easy to reach. }} ===By car=== New Delhi is connected to other parts of India by national highways, including expressways. See [[Delhi#By car]] for details. ==Get around== ===By metro=== {{main|Delhi#By metro}} The fast-growing '''[http://delhimetrorail.com/ Delhi Metro]''' network provides a cheap, quick, mostly hassle-free and air-conditioned way of zipping around the city, although its increasing popularity means that rush hour crowds at key interchanges are starting to resemble Mumbai. Fares range from ₹10-60. Special fares apply for travel on the Airport Express. As of 2025, there are 9 lines operational: * '''Red Line''' {{rint|delhi|red}}: Dilshad Garden–Rithala * '''Yellow Line''' {{rint|delhi|yellow}}: Samaypur Badli–HUDA City Centre * '''Blue Line''' {{rint|delhi|blue}}: Dwarka Sector 21–Noida Electronic City ** '''Blue Line branch''': Yamuna Bank–Vaishali * '''Green Line''' {{rint|delhi|green}}: Mundka–Inderlok ** '''Green Line branch''': Ashok Park Main–Kirti Nagar * '''Violet Line''' {{rint|delhi|violet}}: Kashmere Gate–Ballabhgarh * '''Orange Line''' {{rint|delhi|orange}}: New Delhi–IGI Airport–Dwarka Sector 21 * '''Pink Line''' {{rint|delhi|pink}}: Majilis Park–Shiv Vihar * '''Magenta Line''' {{rint|delhi|magenta}}: Krishna Park Extension –Botanical Garden * '''Grey Line''' {{rint|delhi|grey}}: Dwarka–Dhansa ===By bus=== {{main|Delhi#By bus}} New Delhi is well-connected by buses and with tickets ranging from ₹5-25 they are very cheap, but they are also quite crowded most of the time. They buses are pretty frequent, running every 15-20 min or so on most routes. There are two kinds of buses in New Delhi: *Government run '''[http://dtc.nic.in/ DTC]''' ('''Delhi Transport Corporation''') buses (red and green with big windows) *Privately run '''Blue-Line''' buses (orange) ===On foot=== Due to the city's urban planning, New Delhi is more pedestrian-friendly compares to the rest of the metropolis. Plus there are footbridges and subways to bypass the road traffic. ==See== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:India Gate (18).jpg|thumb|The India Gate illuminated with the Indian flag.]] The main point of interest in New Delhi is the '''[[New Delhi/Central|Kartavya Bhavan Area]]''' (literally the "House of Duty Area"), the city's central administrative district. Developed by Edwin Lutyens and Herbert Baker, the district is home to the '''India Gate''' (monumental arch for Indian soldiers), the '''Rashtrapati Bhavan''' (residence of the President of India), and of course the '''Kartavya Path''' (Path of Duty) connecting the two. The Kartavya Path is flanked by ministry buildings at both sides. The newest of them are the '''Kartavya Bhavans''' (Houses of Duty). Being the capital of India, New Delhi is home to several '''national museums''', showcasing India's history and cultural heritage. The '''National Museum''' and '''National Gallery''' sits right at the Kartavya Path. The '''Samvidhan Sadan''' (House of Constitution) is also worth visiting, showcasing the history of India's democracy. The building itself housed '''the Parliament of India''' until 2023, when it was shifted to a building adjacent to it. Both places are very much worth visiting and provide an excellent insight to how the world’s largest democracy operates. Tours are available, and you can sit and watch a live parliament debate when a session is ongoing. ==Do== {{SeeDistricts}} [[File:Indian Armed Forces - Republic day parade 2024.jpg|thumb|Republic Day Parade]] Take a walk at '''Connaught Place''' (CP), the heart of New Delhi. The British-designed colonial equivalent of a shopping mall, it's laid out in two concentric rings divided into blocks, all bursting with shops and lots of pampered pigeons waddling about. Long neglected, the area received an upsurge after the opening of the major Metro junction of '''Rajiv Chowk''' under it, and it's going more upmarket by the day. At the centre is a small but pleasant park, while on one edge is the notorious '''Palika Bazaar''', an underground den of cheap wares, many pirated or smuggled from overseas. The area is surrounded by tall office buildings on nearly all sides. Train fans will want to check out the '''Metro Museum''' inside the Patel Chowk station, open Tu-Su 10AM-4PM (free with valid Metro ticket). New Delhi is the place to go for parks; here are Delhi's Central Park, the Nehru Park which is a great place to hang out on a sunny afternoon in the winter, and the '''Kartavya Path''' which is the city's main parade route lined by grassy lawns and leading from the presidential residence Rashtrapati Bhavan to the India Gate. ===Events=== The '''Republic Day Parade''' at Kartavya Path is worth watching. It begins on Republic Day in 26 January and lasts for three days. The parade begins with the flag unfurling of by the President. This is followed by marching from several military regiments along with their bands, and tableaux from various states signifying their cultures are displayed. They march from the Rashtrapati Bhavan on the Kartavya Path to the India Gate. After that, they march north to the Red Fort in [[Old Delhi]]. A beating retreat ceremony signifies the end of the parade. ==Learn== Although most of the higher education institutions of "New Delhi" are actually in [[Delhi]], the city is home to '''AIIMS New Delhi''', a world-class institution which house vast facilities. There are many things to learn from India’s history in the parliament buildings. ==Work== ==Buy== {{SeeDistricts}} New Delhi is home to two major shopping districts: * '''[[New Delhi/North#Buy|Connaught Place]]''' ('''CP''') — the central business district, and a unique cross between a European shopping arcade, an Indian bazaar and an upmarket shopping mall. * '''[[New Delhi/South#Q3595641|Dilli Haat]]''' — a paid-entrance open-air market cum food plaza, with crafts from all over the country. ==Eat== {{SeeDistricts}} If you come from the West, it may be interesting to eat at a fast food restaurant like McDonald's or Burger King. The menus are different and, unlike in the west, very vegetarian friendly - even KFC has a veg option. The best place to go for chaat is the '''Bengali Market''' (metro: {{station|Mandi House|city=del|blue|violet}}) near '''Connaught Place''' in the city centre. The restaurants are high quality and the food is great. There are ATMs as well. One of the best known restaurants there is '''Nathu's'''. But for the really good chaat, you have to make your way to Old Delhi, and particularly to '''Ashok's''' near Chawri Bazaar. While connoisseurs insist that the best chaat is prepared on the street, most travellers try to find a comfortable middle ground between hygiene and authenticity. '''United Coffee House''' in Connaught Place offers premium, historical vibe with first establishment in '''1942'''. '''Wengers''' in Connaught Place is also good option for western food, established in '''1924'''. '''Kake da hotel''', in Connaught place with spicy parathas and great desserts, established '''1931'''. ==Drink== {{SeeDistricts}} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} {{SeeDistricts}} Budget travellers can check out the [[Delhi/Central Delhi|Paharganj]] area west of New Delhi station. Despite its noise, filth and touts, Paharganj is considered safe for tourists. Much of New Delhi's expensive hotels are along the axis between Connaught Square and the airport. A few are in areas further south and west. Smoking is not allowed in hotels. ==Stay safe== {{see also|Delhi#Stay safe}} Many first-time travellers find themselves falling victim to [[Common scams|scams and touts]]. Be on guard for anybody trying to help you by giving you unsolicited directions or travel advice, including taxi and auto drivers. Carry your cash, passport, and cards in a secure money belt, with only enough cash for a few hours at a time in your wallet or other accessible place. New Delhi is '''unsafe for [[Tips for women travellers|women travellers]]'''. If you are arriving for the first time at night, stay in either the lounge or well lit areas until daybreak if you haven't booked a hotel yet. It is recommended to walk with a male that you know to avoid sexual harassment. The Tolstoy Road area near '''Jantar Mantar''' in [[New Delhi/North|Connaught Place]] is a hotbed of protests. Visitors are advised to stay away from protest sites. Several '''tourist agencies''' have been known to swindle customers by changing their travel plans or charging them extra money. You should book your flights online and secure train tickets from the [http://irctc.co.in IRCTC website]. Many scammers around the New Delhi station will ask visitors for "help" to find a "ticket office for foreigners", where you will be overcharged and cajoled into signing up for cars, tours, etc. Some even try to block you from entering, demanding to see your tickets. If arriving late at night at a transit hub, beware of a common '''taxi scam''' where the driver will take you to a barricade and suggest to take you to a different hotel. Then they will take you to a number of hotels which all say they are full up, so as to increase your desperation to pay more. ==Stay healthy== {{see also|Delhi#Stay healthy}} New Delhi experiences moderate to unhealthy [[Air pollution|air quality]] throughout the year, resulting in smog that potentially harms the health of all residents and causes a few flight delays due to low visibility. Air quality tends to be the best in the monsoon because of the prevailing winds and frequent rainfall, and it is worst during the summer and winter, especially around the crop burning season of September–November. Keep an eye on [https://www.iqair.com/air-quality/india/delhi/new-delhi air quality data]. Have masks (single-use surgical masks are okay), tissues, and eyedrops ready when going out. The hospitals are listed at [[Delhi#Hospitals]]. ==Connect== Cell phone coverage in New Delhi is excellent. There are three major service providers offering a wide variety of plans. Among them are Airtel, Jio and Vi. It might be a good idea to buy a cell phone and use one of those prepaid plans to get yourself connected while you are in the city. Dial '''112''' for any emergency. ==Cope== ===Embassies and High Commissions=== Some embassies are outside the city limits, which are listed at [[Delhi#Embassies]]. ====Africa==== * {{flag|Egypt}} {{listing | name = Egypt | url = http://www.mfa.gov.eg/NewDelhi_Emb | email = india_emb@mfa.gov.eg | address = 1/50M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5860554 | long = 77.1893357 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4096, +91 11 2611 4097 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====Asia==== * {{flag|Afghanistan}} {{listing | name = Afghanistan | url = https://www.newdelhi.mfa.af/en/ | email = newdelhi.hotline@mfa.af | address = 5/50 F Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5920784 | long = 77.1857326 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 5439, +91 11 2410 0412, +91 11 2687 1326 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q1854458 | content = Alternative [http://newdelhi.mfa.af/ website]. }} * {{flag|Bangladesh}} {{listing | name = Bangladesh | alt = | url = http://www.bdhcdelhi.org/ | email = | address = EP-39, Dr. S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589889 | long = 77.176177 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2412 13 (ext. 89-94), +91 11 2412 1392 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Bangladesh has resumed visa services }} * {{flag|Bhutan}} {{listing | name = Bhutan | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.bt/rbedelhi | email = myandelhi@gmail.com | address = EP-4, Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865777 | long = 77.1805153 | directions = | phone = +91-11-2688-9230, +91-11-2688-9809 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687-6710 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = }} * {{flag|China}} {{listing | name = China | alt = | url = http://in.china-embassy.org/eng/ | email = | address = 50 D Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.601582 | long = 77.190779 | directions = | phone = +91 11 688 9028, +91 11 2611 2345 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Indonesia}} {{listing | name = Indonesia | alt = | url = https://www.kemlu.go.id/newdelhi/en/default.aspx | email = newdelhi.kbri@kemlu.go.id | address = 50-A Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.602053 | long = 77.194956 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611-8642 (/43/44) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 26874402 (General Inquiries) | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Iran}} {{listing | name=Iran | alt= | url=https://india.mfa.ir | email= | address= | lat=28.627101 | long=77.228037 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 9:30AM-1PM | price= | wikidata=Q112597874 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Israel}} {{listing | name = Israel | alt = | url = http://embassies.gov.il/delhi/Pages/default.aspx | email = | address = 3, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Marg | lat = 28.601630 | long = 77.221147 | directions = | phone = +91 11 3041 4500 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Japan}} {{listing | name = Japan | url = http://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/ | email = jpembjic@nd.mofa.go.jp | address = 4 & 5, 50-G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.590285 | long = 77.1891752 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2687 6581, +91 11 2687 6564 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11-2688-5587 | hours = M-F 9AM-1PM, 2-5:30PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://www.in.emb-japan.go.jp/index.html website]. }} * {{flag|Malaysia}} {{listing | name = Malaysia | url = http://www.kln.gov.my/web/ind_new-delhi/home | email = | address = 50-M, Satya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5867356 | long = 77.1877439 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 9300 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Mongolia}} {{listing | name=Mongolia | alt= | url=https://embassymongolia.in/ | email=mongemb@vsnl.net | address=34, Archbishop Macarios Marg | lat=28.595987 | long=77.231918 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2463 1728 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11-2463 3240 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q112657182 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|Myanmar}} {{listing | name=Myanmar | alt= | url=https://www.myanmedelhi.com/ | email=myandelhi@gmail.com | address=3/50F, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.594870 | long=77.187281 | directions=If using public transport to get to the embassy, bus 604 leaves from the PALIKA KENDRA bus stop, which is opposite The Park New Delhi Hotel, and between the Jantar Mantar attraction and the Bank of Baroda. This bus stop is also on Sansad Marg about 400 m north-east of the State Bank of India. Depending on the traffic, bus 604 will take about 30 min to get to the stop near the Myanmar embassy. Bus 604 will drop you at a bus stop on Shanti Path about 75 m north of the roundabout of Shanti Path and Panchsheel Marg. It’s a 10-min walk from this bus stop to the embassy. The visa application office is at the entrance of the embassy on Nyaya Marg, which is two blocks south of Panchsheel Marg and one block west of Shanti Path. | phone=+91 11 2467-8822, +91 11 2467-8823 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2467-8824 | hours=Visa application time is 10-11AM. Visa pick-up is the next day at 4PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{flag|Nepal}} {{listing | name = Nepal | url = https://in.nepalembassy.gov.np/ | email = | address = Bara Khamba Rd | lat = 28.62578 | long = 77.23021 | directions = | phone = +91 11 332 9969, +91 11 23476200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Pakistan}} {{listing | name = Pakistan | alt = | url = http://pakhcnewdelhi.org.pk/ | email = | address = 2/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593804 | long = 77.190927 | directions = | phone = +91 11 467 6004, +91 11 26110601 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = '''Visa services from the Pakistan High Commission have been suspended.''' Pakistan offers limited consular assistance in India, due to tensions. }} * {{flag|Palestine}} {{listing | name = Palestine | url = | email = | address = Jesus & Mary Marg | lat = 28.5924988 | long = 77.1793633 | directions = | phone = +91 241 080 6263 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Singapore}} {{listing | name = Singapore | alt = | url = https://www.mfa.gov.sg/New-Delhi | email = singhc_del@mfa.sg | address = E-6, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5887908 | long = 77.1789112 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4600 0800 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|South Korea}} {{listing | name = South Korea | url = http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/in-en/index.do | email = | address = 9, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5897641 | long = 77.180038 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4200 7000 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sri Lanka}} {{listing | name = Sri Lanka | alt = | url = http://www.slhcindia.org/ | email = lankacomnd@gmail.com | address = 27, Kautilya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.6030632 | long = 77.1923912 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2301-0201, | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2379-3604 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2017-07-27 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|Turkey}} {{listing | name=Turkey | alt= | url=https://newdelhi-emb.mfa.gov.tr | email=embassy.newdelhi@mfa.gov.tr | address=50-N, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.585365 | long=77.183413 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2688 9053 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of Turkey, New Delhi | wikidata=Q79849073 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} * {{flag|United Arab Emirates}} {{listing | name = United Arab Emirates | url = https://www.mofa.gov.ae/en/missions/new-delhi | email = | address = EP 12, Chandragupta Marg | lat = 28.5951889 | long = 77.1823008 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26111111 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-01-08 | content = }} ====Europe==== * {{flag|Belgium}} {{listing | name = Belgium | url = https://india.diplomatie.belgium.be/ | email = | address = 50-N, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865582 | long = 77.18448 | directions = | phone = | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q15216557 | content = }} * {{flag|Czech Republic}} {{listing | name = Czech Republic | url = http://www.mzv.cz/newdelhi | email = newdelhi@embassy.mzv.cz | address = 50, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5849324 | long = 77.1854055 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2415 5200 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 9-11AM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Finland}} {{listing | name = Finland | alt = | url = http://www.finland.org.in/ | email = sanomat.nde@formin.fi | address = E-3, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4149 7500, +91 11 4149 7570 (visa section) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4149 7555, +91 11 4149 7559 (visa section) | hours = M-F 9AM-noon | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = The embassy is also accredited to Bangladesh. }} * {{flag|France}} {{listing | name = France | url = https://in.ambafrance.org/ | email = info_visa_delhi@ambafrance-in.org | address = 2/50-E Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5956739 | long = 77.1876381 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4319-6100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4319-6119 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q2841749 | content = }} * {{flag|Germany}} {{listing | name = Germany | url = http://new-delhi.diplo.de/ | email = | address = 6/50-G, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.58915 | long = 77.18822 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4419 9199 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3117 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [https://india.diplo.de/in-en/vertretungen/botschaft website]. }} * {{flag|Greece}} {{listing | name = Greece | alt = | url = http://www.mfa.gr/missionsabroad/en/india.html | email = gremb.del@mfa.gr | address = EP-32, Dr S. Radhakrishnan Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.59114 | long = 77.17933 | directions = | phone = +91 11 26880700-4, +91 96 5461 6196 (Emergencies) | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2688 8010 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Ireland}} {{listing | name = Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/india/ | address = C17, Malcha Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = | long = | directions = | phone = +91 11 4940 3200 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4059 1898 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Italy}} {{listing | name = Italy | alt = | url = https://www.facebook.com/ItalyInIndia/?rf=200783886612998 | email = ambasciata.newdelhi@esteri.it | address = 50E, Chandra Gupta Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5906594 | long = 77.1828765 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2611 4355 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 3889 | hours = M-Th 9AM-1PM, 2-6PM, F 9AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Netherlands}} {{listing | name = Netherlands | url = https://www.nederlandwereldwijd.nl/landen/india/over-ons/ambassade-in-new-delhi | email = nde@minbuza.nl | address = 6/50 F, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5912319 | long = 77.1856657 | directions = | phone = +91 1124197600 | tollfree = | fax = +91 1124197710 | hours = M-F 9AM-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Norway}} {{listing | name = Norway | alt = | url = | email = | address = 50-C, Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.600927 | long = 77.194075 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4136 3200 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Poland}} {{listing | name = Poland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.pl/web/india/embassy-new-delhi | email = newdelhi.amb.wk@msz.gov.pl | address = 50-M Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5865 | long = 77.1855 | directions = | phone = +91 11 414 96 904, +91 11 414 96 992, +91 11 414 96 975 | tollfree = | hours = 8:15AM-4:15PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Russia}} {{listing | name = Russia | alt = | url = https://india.mid.ru/en/ | email = indconru@gmail.com | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.593381 | long = 77.186465 | directions = | phone = +91 112611 0560 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2687 6823 | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q16687395 | content = }} * {{flag|Slovakia}} {{listing | name = Slovakia | url = http://www.mzv.sk/web/dilli | email = | address = 50-M, Niti Marg, | lat = 28.5845363 | long = 77.1866863 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2688 9071 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Spain}} {{listing | name = Spain | alt = | url = | email = emb.nuevadelhi@maec.es | address = 12, Prithviraj Road | lat = 28.599339 | long = 77.21896 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4129 3000 | tollfree = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|Sweden}} {{listing | name = Sweden | url = https://www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies/india-new-delhi/ | email = | address = 4-5, Nyaya Marg, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5945167 | long = 77.1840596 | directions = | phone = +91 11 44197100 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | wikidata = Q10686016 | content = }} * {{flag|Switzerland}} {{listing | name = Switzerland | url = https://www.eda.admin.ch/newdelhi | email = | address = Nyaya Marg, 110 021, New Delhi | lat = 28.5964706 | long = 77.1852979 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4995 9500 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} * {{flag|United Kingdom}} {{listing | name = United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland | alt = | url = https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-high-commission-new-delhi | email = web.newdelhi@fco.gov.uk | address = Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5983229 | long = 77.1932387 | directions = | phone = +91 11 2419 2100 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 2419 2491 | hours = 9AM-5PM | price = | wikipedia = | wikidata = Q4970048 | image = | lastedit = 2017-05-14 | content = }} ====North America==== * {{flag|Canada}} {{listing | name = Canada | url = http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/india-inde/offices-bureaux/new_delhi.aspx?lang=eng | email = delhi@international.gc.ca | address = 7/8 Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.589971 | long = 77.1847524 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4178 2000 | tollfree = | fax = +91 11 4178 2020 | hours = M-Th 8:30AM-5:30PM, F 8:30AM-1PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = Alternative [http://www.india.gc.ca/ website]. }} * {{flag|United States}} {{listing | name=United States of America | alt= | url=https://in.usembassy.gov/ | email=ndwebmail@state.gov | address=Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat=28.596816 | long=77.188316 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2419 8000 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2419 0017 | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Embassy of the United States, New Delhi | wikidata=Q24947370 | lastedit=2026-04-15 | content= }} ====Oceania==== * {{flag|Australia}} {{listing | name = Australia | url = http://india.highcommission.gov.au/ | email = | address = 1/50 G Shantipath, Chanakyapuri | lat = 28.5954831 | long = 77.1917746 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4139 9900 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = M-F 8:30AM - 1PM & 2-5PM | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = High Commission is also accredited to Bhutan }} * {{flag|New Zealand}} {{listing | name = New Zealand | url = http://www.nzembassy.com/india | email = | address = Sir Edmund Hillary Marg | lat = 28.587721 | long = 77.1819434 | directions = | phone = +91 11 4688 3170 | tollfree = | fax = | hours = | price = | lastedit = 2026-04-07 | content = }} ====South America====<!-- Update section please --> ==Go next== * '''[[Agra]]''' — home to the Taj Mahal, a 3-6 hr drive or 2-5 hr train ride each way. * '''[[Delhi/Old Delhi|Old Delhi]]''' — explore New Delhi's old sibling, established by Shah Jahan. * '''[[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]]''' — for the Qutb Minar and its monuments. {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|28.61383|77.21599}} k3rnv9m2nfxfleaarrnr9utonahf6vj 0 153458 5328636 5323505 2026-08-15T06:42:25Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/South Delhi]] to [[Delhi/South]] over redirect: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]]: the district is officially just "South". 5323505 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Alai_darwaja_sculptures_3_-_wikivoyage_banner.jpg|pgname=South Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} '''South Delhi''' (दक्षिण दिल्ली ''Dakshiṇ Dillī'') contains many upmarket neighbourhoods of [[Delhi]]. It has a high concentration of hotels and guest houses, shopping malls, markets and restaurants. It is also quite accessible from the airport, with numerous flyovers making it easy to get around by car or taxi. The district is home to four historic sites: '''Hauz Khas''', '''Jahanpanah''', '''Mehrauli''' and '''Siri'''. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.4994|77.1774|zoom=12|width=500|height=630|name=Map of South Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The Yellow Line {{rint|delhi|yellow}} runs north-south in South Delhi, coming reasonably close to most sites of tourist interest. The Magenta Line {{rint|delhi|magenta}} runs east-west in South Delhi and intersects with the Yellow Line at Hauz Khas. ===By car=== If driving by car or in a taxi/auto-rickshaw, Mandi Road is the main road of South Delhi and is close to most major attractions. ==See== * {{see | name=Ahinsa Sthal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.520278 | long=77.19 | directions=auto rickshaw from {{station|Qutb Minar|yellow}} or ten min walk (1 km toward the north), just east of Mehrauli Archeological Park. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q25543168 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=It is a 4.3 m statue of Jain prophet Mahavira who professed ahimsa (nonviolence). }} ===Mehrauli=== ====Qutb complex==== [[Image:QutbMinar AlaiDarzawa.JPG|thumb|right|Ala-i-Darwaza (left), Imam Zamin's tomb (right) and Qutb Minar in the background]] [[Image:QuwwatMosque Alcove.JPG|thumb|Intricately carved alcove, Tomb of Iltutmish]] [[Image:QuwwatMosque Calligraphy2.JPG|thumb|Calligraphy, Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque]] The '''Qutb complex''' (''metro: {{station|Qutub Minar|yellow}}; bus to DTC Lado Sarai Terminal'') houses structures dating from the Slave Dynasty (1206-1290) and is designated as a {{unesco}}. The gardens are kept in excellent shape, making this a popular relaxation and picnic spot. Light-and-sound shows are held most nights after sunset. * {{see | name=Qutb Minar | alt=क़ुत्ब मीनार / قطب منار ''Qutb Mīnār'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.524355 | long=77.185248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=daily, sunrise to sunset | price=₹ 20/250 Indians/foreigners | wikidata=Q187635 | lastedit=2026-02-28 | content=The most famous structure on the grounds is the Minar itself. At 73m tall, it is the second tallest minar in India (after Fateh Burj in [[Mohali]]), and was the tallest "skyscraper" in the world when built (1193-1368). It is often visible from the air when flying into IGI airport. It was constructed on the orders of Qutb-ud-din Aybak, founder of the Slave Dynasty, and named after him. Delicately carved and inscribed with Arabic inscriptions, its red sandstone and marble have been astonishingly well-preserved, and it is still an awe-inspiring sight today. The top of the tower has twice been rebuilt after an earthquake, and the base has been restored more recently. While entry into the tower itself is no longer permitted, for ₹10 per 5 min you can view the scenery via a little webcam on top. }} * {{see | name=Ala-i-Darwaza | alt=Alai Darwaza | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.52425 | long=77.18572 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q61638119 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=This square, domed building once acted as the entrance to the mosque but is now tucked away behind the minar. Inlaid marble decorations and latticed stone screens. }} * {{see | name=Ala-i-Minar | alt=Alai Minar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.52568 | long=77.18562 | directions=North of Iron Pillar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62915972 | content=Sultan Ala-ud-din (ruled 1296-1316) of the Khilji dynasty set out to build a tower twice as high as the Qutb Minar but died after a mere 24.5 m was complete. The first story stands to this day. }} * {{see | name=Iron Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.524656 | long=77.185069 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q543419 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=In the centre of the mosque. True to its name, this is a 7 m iron pillar erected in 400 AD by Chandragupta II Vikramaditya, also known as "''he, by the breezes of whose prowess the southern ocean is even still perfumed''" according to the inscription carved on the base. Alas, Chandragupta II's perfume has long since faded, but to the amazement of metallurgists everywhere, his pillar is still going strong, after 1,600 years. The corrosion resistance results from a layer of crystalline iron hydrogen phosphate forming on the high phosphorus content iron, which protects it from the effects of the local Delhi climate. The pillar is 7.21 m high, 1.12 m of which is below ground. The base rests on a grid of iron bars soldered with lead into the upper layer of the dressed stone pavement. It is estimated to weigh more than six tonnes. }} * {{see | name=Quwwat ul-Islam Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.525 | long=77.185278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15059100 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Delhi's first and grandest mosque is now mostly in ruins, but many parts of the complex are still standing and the sandstone decorations are still impressive. Check out the extraordinarily ornate carvings near the '''tomb of Iltutmish''' on the west side of the complex. }} * {{see | name=Sanderson's Sun Dial | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.52432 | long=77.18630 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-08-07 | content=A marble sundial }} * {{see | name=Smith's Folly | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.52397 | long=77.18652 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-08-07 | content=Smith's Folly, which once stood on top of the Qutb Minar, has been removed and put on the southeastern corner of the Qutb complex. }} * {{see | name=Tomb of Alauddin Khalji | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content= }} * {{see | name=Tomb of Iltutmish | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content= }} * {{see | name=Tomb of Muhammad Quli Khan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content= }} * {{see | name=Tomb of Imam Zamin | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.524167 | long=77.185833 | directions=Outside the main complex, next to the Ala-i-Darzawa | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q65065419 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=this octagonal tomb commemorates a Turkestani iman who was based in the mosque during the reign of Sikandar Lodi. }} ====Mehrauli Archaeological Park==== * {{see | name=Gandhak ki Baoli | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.520925 | long=77.18164 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41653008 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content= }} * {{see | name=Metcalfe House | alt=Dilkusha, Quli Khan's Tomb | url= | email= | address=Mehrauli Archaeological Park | lat=28.5225 | long=77.1869 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6823353 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=It was originally the tomb of Quli Khan who was the brother of Adham Khan and in turn foster brother of Akbar. Later Sir Thomas Metcalfe (who was a negotiator between Mughal Empire and the British East India Company) bought the structure remodelled it, and became one of the two Metcalfe Houses also known as Dilkusha. It is in ruins as it was highly vandalized during the Revolt of 1857. }} * {{see | name=Jamali Kamali Mosque and Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.519577 | long=77.187119 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata=Q4292384 | content=It consists of a mosque and a tomb of Jamali and Kamali. Jamali was the alias given to Shaikh Jamali Kamboh, a renowned Sufi saint who lived during Lodi and Mughal dynasties. Kamali was an unknown person who was Jamali's disciple and his lover, according to the oral stories and traditions. }} * {{see | name=Rajon ki Baoli | alt= | url= | email= | address=Anuvrat Marg | lat=28.520261 | long=77.183411 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata=Q7286369 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=It is a stepwell built by Daulat Khan Lodi during the rule of Sikander Lodi in 1516. The complex also houses 12 tombs. }} * {{see | name=Tomb of Balban | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ladha Sarai, Mehrauli | lat=28.519678 | long=77.188821 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | content=It is the tomb of Ghiyasuddin Balban, a ruler of the Slave dynasty. It is believed that the first arch, which later became an important part of Indian architecture was built in this mausoleum only. The same goes for the dome, which has been destroyed. Besides, his tomb lies the tomb of his son Khan Shahid. }} * {{see | name=Wall Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.516582 | long=77.17865 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41515564 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content= }} ====Others==== * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.519212 | long=77.180169 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41515358 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=An 18th-century Mughal mosque is the last example in the Mughal tradition of providing small marble-faced mosques. Named for its white marble, the mosque was constructed during the reign of Bahadur Shah I, in the vicinity of the dargah of Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki. The mosque is surrounded by enclosure walls; one of these walls is shared with that of the dargah, while the southern wall opens to the burial enclosure, also made of marble. }} * {{see | name=Qila Rai Pithora | alt=Lal Kot | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.519233 | long=77.190899 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q14512138 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Founded in perhaps the 11th century as a city named "Lal Kot" under Hindu rule, in the current Mehrauli area. In around 1180, Hindu ruler Prithviraj Chauhan expanded this city and renamed it Qila Rai Pithora. Some of the ruins of the fort ramparts from this period are still visible around Qutb Minar and Mehrauli. }} * {{see | name=Sanjay Van | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.518611 | long=77.1675 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7418489 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A ridge forest and part of the Aravalli Range. There are multiple entry and exit points, but the ones at the Qutub Institutional Area and Neela Hauz Bridge near Vasant Kunj provide the easiest access and the least confusion. You are advised to wear shoes and full-length trousers as protection against the thorny shrubbery and to take sufficient fluids and snacks, as there is no kiosk or shop in the quiet of the woods. }} * {{see | name=Tomb of Adham Khan | alt=Hindi: आधम ख़ान का मक़बरा ''Ādham <u>Kh</u>ān kā Maqbarā'', Urdu: ادھم خان کا مزار ''Ādham <u>Kh</u>ān kā Maqbarā''; Bhool Bhulaiyya | url= | email= | address=Mehrauli | lat=28.523053 | long=77.181958 | directions=Near Mehrauli Bus Stand. - Or from Qutb Minar: before entering Mehrauli, towards your left is the Mehrauli Bus Depot and on the right side is this tomb | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4150017 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=This is the tomb of Adham Khan who was the son of Akbar's wet nurse Maham Anga. After Adham Khan killed Atagha Khan, a general in Akbar's army, he killed Adham Khan by dropping him from the top of Agra Fort. After this his mother was depressed and Akbar built this tomb. }} ===Hauz Khas Complex=== [[File:Feroz Shah Tomb 2.jpg|thumb|Feroz Shah Tomb at Hauz Khas]] The '''Hauz Khas Complex''' Hauz Khas ({{rint|delhi|magenta}} and {{rint|delhi|yellow}}) houses a water tank, an Islamic seminary, a mosque, a tomb and pavilions built around an urbanised village with medieval history traced to the 13th century. The monuments of the park can be divided into two areas, namely: the Deer Park area and the lake area.</br> '''Lake area''' * {{see | name=Hauz Khas Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.553154 | long=77.193528 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-31 | content= }} * {{see | name=Hauz Shamsi | alt=Shamshi Talab | url= | email= | address=Hauz Shamsi, Mehrauli | lat=28.55493 | long=77.192305 | directions=Half km north of Chhattarpur (Yellow Line) Metro station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=It is a water reservoir built by Iltutmish in 1230 AD. It is believed Iltutmish had a dream in which Prophet Muhammad asked him to build a water reservoir in the place where a winged horse would leave a hoof. It is said that he found the hoof here. It is here he then built a reservoir dug. - Auliya Masjid is located on the southeast corner. }} * {{see | name=Munda Gumbad | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.556695 | long=77.191716 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-31 | content= }} '''Deer Park area''' * {{see | name=Bagh I Alam | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bagh I Alam ka Gumbad, Chaudhary Harsukh Marg, Hauz Khas | lat=28.556121 | long=77.198449 | directions=Nearest Metro station in Green Park (one km northeast, Yellow line). - 300 m nortwest of Jagannath Temple. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=201-10-18 | content=Bagh I Alam ka Gumbad is a tomb belonging to the Lodi era. It is a mixture of local stones, red sandstones and blue ceramic tiles. It is surrounded by lush green scenery of gardens with a variety of birds and deer flocking. The interior is full of sunlight filtered through the framework. It also houses three tombs, whose identities are unidentified. }} * {{see | name=Kali Gumti | alt=Black dome | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.556689 | long=77.198029 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-31 | content=This small tomb topped with a dome stands just a few yards away from Bagh-i-Alam Ka Gumbad, Attached to it is a small wall mosque. }} * {{see | name=Tohfe Wala Gumbad | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.557321 | long=77.198994 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-21 | content=This is the third tomb in the dear park area. It lies further north of the other two tombs. The Tohfe Wala Gumbad is a small tomb standing on a raised platform, with a domed ceiling and a battlement, and houses several graves inside. }} ===Green Park=== [[File:Dadi Poti Tomb ka Gumbad 1.jpg|thumb|Dadi Poti ka Gumbad]] [[File:Barah Khamba 2.jpg|thumb|Barakhamba]] [[File:Sakri Gomti 2.jpg|thumb|Sakri Gumti]] [[File:Choti Gumti 1.jpg|thumb|Chooti Gumti]] [[File:Biran ka Gambud 2.jpg|thumb|Biran ka Gumbad]] '''Green Park''' (metro: {{station|Green Park|yellow}}) an upscale affluent neighborhood in South Delhi adjacent to the Hauz Khas Park. In spite of being an upscale neighborhood, it does contain 5 monuments of national importance. These are medieval period tombs and can be visited during a trip to the Hauz Khas Park. * {{see | name=Dadi Poti ka Gumbad | alt=Tomb of grandmother and granddaughter | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.55336 | long=77.203501 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=The complex houses two tombs of different sizes. The larger one is known as the tomb of dadi (grandmother) and the smaller one is the tomb of poti (granddaughter). Sadly nothing is known about the famous grandmother and granddaughter duo. The bigger tomb, which seems three storied from the outside, is actually a single-story tomb housing several graves. According to architectural evidence, it belongs to the Tughlaq period (1321–1414). The smaller tombs have sloping walls and the dome is crowned with a lantern. Architectural evidence shows it to be of the Lodi period (1451–1526). }} * {{see | name=Bara Khamba | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.553051 | long=77.202488 | directions=Located west of the Dadi Poti’s Tomb and on the other side of the road. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=Bara Khamba, literally means twelve pillars. It is a domed structure supported by 12 pillars. Although this building is a tomb, no cenotaphs remain inside it but you can still see a number of gravestones outside the Barakhamba. The building probably belongs to the Lodi period (1451–1526). There are a few other scattered structures in the compound. }} * {{see | name=Sakri Gumti | alt=Narrow Dome | url= | email= | address=Green Park | lat=28.55339 | long=77.201352 | directions=Near Khareha Village, From Green Park metro station about one km south. 200 m east of Jagannath Temple | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Timings: Sunrise - Sunset | price= | wikidata=Q41515134 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Tombs belonging to the Lodi age. Tombs dating back to 15th and 16th centuries. }} * {{see | name=Choti Gumti | alt=Small dome | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.553214 | long=77.201902 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41515042 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Literally meaning the small tomb it is a small stout structure topped with a large dome. It houses a grave but no one knows whose it is. Architectural evidence shows that it was constructed during the Lodi period (1451–1526). }} * {{see | name=Biran ka Gumbad | alt= | url= | email= | address=Green Park Extension | lat=28.555498 | long=77.202866 | directions=About a 0.5 km southwest of Green Park Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata=Q41514965 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Literally meaning "doomed building of brother", the mausoleum has arched niches which are neatly arranged. It was built during the Lodi rule. }} ===Jahanpanah=== * {{see | name=Jahanpanah | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.521 | long=77.246 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2335256 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=The fourth medieval city of Delhi, established in 1326–1327 by Muhammad bin Tughlaq. The area consists of Adilabad Fort, Begampur Mosque, Bijay Mandal, Serai Shaji Mahal and so on. }} * {{see | name=Begumpur Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.539213 | long=77.206948 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Begumpur Mosque | wikidata=Q126453974 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content= }} * {{see | name=Bijay Mandal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.540719 | long=77.206062 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41514733 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khirki Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.531347 | long=77.219711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6401780 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A mosque built by Khan-i-Jahan Junan Shah, the prime minister of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. }} * {{see | name=Lal Gumbad | alt=Red Tomb | url= | email= | address=Maharishi Dayanand Marg | lat=28.540097 | long=77.213649 | directions=Located opposite the retail outlets in Maharishi Dayanand Marg | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41651253 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Lal Gumbad is the tomb of Shaikh Kabir–ud-Din-Auliya who was buried here in 1397. It is one of the earliest examples of architecture in Delhi, built during Mohammad bin Tughlaq's rule. Little is known about the saint, except that he lived during Tughlaq rule. It is made up of Red Sandstone from which it gets its name. }} * {{see | name=Satpula | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.531731 | long=77.223503 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7426450 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A remarkable ancient water harvesting dam. Its construction is credited to the reign of Sultan Muhammad bin Tughlaq. }} ===Siri === * {{see | name=Siri Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.5524 | long=77.2235 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q12069185 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=Ruined fort of Alauddin Khalji, built to defend the city from the onslaught of the Mongols. }} * {{see | name=Chor Minar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Aurobindo Marg | lat=28.549167 | long=77.206944 | directions=North of metro station Hauz Khas. Close to Chor Minar Road corner. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5104929 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=It is a minaret built by Alauddin Khilji in the 13th century. Here the decapitated heads of chors, or thieves, were displayed through its 225 holes. }} [[File:Rajon ki Baoli's baoli.jpg|thumbnail|Rajon ki Baoli]] ===Memorials=== * {{see | name=Azim Khan's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Anuvrat Marg, Delhi-Gurgaon Road | lat=28.521804 | long=77.190437 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Azim Khan's Tomb | image=STANDING AMIDST DEEP OBLIVION ~The Azim Khan Tomb ,Mehrauli.jpg | wikidata=Q33110105 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The tomb of Azim Khan, a general of the Mughal Army. Commissioned in 17th century, the tomb was built in the typical square-shaped structure with a crowned dome coated with plaster and decorated with carvings. }} * {{see | name=Sultan Ghari's Tomb | alt=Hindi: सुल्तान ग़ारी ''Sultān Ġārī'', Urdu: سلطان غاری | url=http://asi.nic.in/asi_monu_tktd_delhi_sultangarhi.asp | email= | address=Garhi's Tomb Rd, Ruchi Vihar, Vasant Kunj | lat=28.533333 | long=77.136944 | directions=take bus 66 to stop IMIC Hospital; metro: {{station|Delhi Aero City|orange}}, 2 km NW | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sultan Ghari | image=Octogal tomb with Mihrab on the west side.JPG | wikidata=Q7636649 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The first tomb built in Delhi, built by Sultan Iltutmish in 1231 for his son Prince Ghiyasuddin Muhammad. This was later renovated by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. It is in the form of a fortress with a courtyard-like layout, not common among tombs. The octagonal grave–chamber with the crypt has an underground opening. The western prayer wall has a mihrab, decorated with marble in exquisite Turkish and Afghan design and includes some inscriptions from the Quran. The front, marble facade, dated to Feroze Shah's rule (1351–88). The prayer chamber depicts a base slab of a Linga. - Events: # Thursday is a special (tolerance) day for worship when devotees both Hindus and Muslims. # Every year, on the 17th day of the Islamic month between Ramadan and Eid festivals, the “Urs of Nasiruddin Shah” (death anniversary) fest is held. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Kiran Nadar Museum of Art | alt= | url=https://www.knma.in/ | email=knma@hcl.com | address=145 DLF South Court Mall, Saket | lat=28.528840 | long=77.220080 | directions=bus to Khirki Village Bus Stop, Nearest Metro Malviya Nagar | phone=+91 11 4916 0000 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:30AM-6:30PM | price=Free | wikipedia=Kiran Nadar Museum of Art | image=The Minister of State for Culture (Independent Charge), Tourism (Independent Charge) and Civil Aviation, Dr. Mahesh Sharma visiting the exhibition-Constructs Constructions, organised by the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA).jpg | wikidata=Q55616048 | lastedit=2026-07-25 | content=Established at the initiative of avid art collector Kiran Nadar, KNMA opened in January 2010, as the first private museum of art, exhibiting modern and contemporary works from India and the subcontinent. The core corpus of KNMA highlights works by F.N. Souza, M.F. Hussain, S.H. Raza, V.S. Gaitonde, Tyeb Mehta, Akbar Padamsee, Ram Kumar, A. Ramachandran, Rameshwar Broota and several others. }} * {{see | name=Sanskriti Museums | alt= | url=http://www.sanskritifoundation.org/museums.htm | email= | address=Sanskriti Kendra, Anandagram, Mehrauli–Gurgaon Road | lat=28.538457 | long=77.184640 | directions=10 km south of New Delhi. - M Yellow 'Arjangarh' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sanskriti Museums | image=Sanskriti Museum.JPG | wikidata=Q7419019 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ===Natural attractions=== * {{see | name=Jawaharlal Nehru University | alt=JNU; जवाहरलाल नेहरू विश्‍वविद्यालय ''Javāharlāl Nehrū Viśvavidyālay'' | url=https://www.jnu.ac.in | email= | address=JNU Ring Rd | lat=28.545803 | long=77.170344 | directions=bus # 615 from Connaught Pl | phone=+91 11 2670 4090 | tollfree= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | wikidata=Q1147063 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Not usually considered a "place of interest" for tourists, this one-of-a-kind campus of the premier National University of India remains a hidden gem of the city. The campus is hilly and rocky and some areas look more like a jungle with peacocks. The hostels represent the geographical vastness of India as they are named after Indian Rivers. For instance Godavari and Ganga. Specific areas of the campus are named after a particular geographical region in India. For instance Uttarakhand and Dakshinapuram. Some of the non-scholarly attractions of India's best University include 24x7, an open aired restaurant. }} * {{see | name=Tilpath Valley Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.489588 | long=77.213211 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60787847 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A biodiversity park northwest of [[Faridabad#Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary|Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary]]. It was developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) from 2015 to 2018. }} ===Religious buildings=== ====Hindu temples==== * {{see | name=Chattarpur Temple | alt=Shri Aadya Katyayani Shakti Peeth | url=https://www.chhattarpurmandir.org/ | email= | address=Dr Ambedkar Colony | lat=28.494380 | long=77.184150 | directions=metro: {{station|Chhattarpur|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatarpur Temple | image=Chattarpur Temple.jpg | wikidata=Q12414975 | lastedit=2026-02-28 | content=Huge and beautiful temple complex with a big surrounding campus, dedicated to Goddess Katyayani. }} * {{see | name=Chittaranjan Park Kali Mandir | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.536667 | long=77.2475 | directions=bus 427 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15091480 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=It is a forty-year-old temple complex and Bengali community cultural centre. The compound has three temples - that of Lord Shiva and Radha Krishna and the Main temple in the middle. Built on a small hill, it started as a Shiva temple, which still stands within the complex, the larger shrines dedicated to Kali, Shiva and Radhakrishna were added in 1984. The temple also hosted its first [[Durga Puja]] in 1977, the tradition that continues to date. }} * {{see | name=Jagannath Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Green Park, Hauz Khas | lat=28.55429 | long=77.19966 | directions=metro: {{station|Green Park|yellow}} | phone=+91 11 2696 6978 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1092289 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A modern temple built by the Odia community of Delhi dedicated to the Hindu God Jagannath. The temple is famous for its annual Rathyatra festival attended by thousands of devotees. }} * {{see | name=Raghvendra Swamy Mutt | alt= | url= | email= | address=Moti Bagh Flyover, Rao Tularam Marg, RK Puram, Sector 12 | lat=28.57722 | long=77.17441 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 9:30AM-6:30PM, closed on Monday | price= | wikidata= | lastedit= | content=This is a place similar to a temple and any devotee can visit there. This place is famous for Swamiji devotees visiting New Delhi. }} * {{see | name=Shani Dham Temple | alt= | url=https://www.shanidham.org/ | email= | address=Shree Shani Tirth Kshetra, Asola | lat=28.4904 | long=77.18655 | directions=Bus to Shani Dham Mandir Raj Vidya Kendra stop | phone=+91 99587 94885 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7488626 | content=Contains the world's tallest natural rock statue of Shani. Idol of Lord Shani is a chief Hindu deity. Shani is one of the nine Navagraha or primary celestial beings in Hindu astrology, embodied in the planet Saturn. Shani is the Lord of Saturday. The word Shani also denotes the seventh day or Saturday in most Indian languages. }} * {{see | name=Uttara Swami Malai Temple | alt=Tamil: உத்தர சுவாமி மலை கோவில்; Malai Mandir (Hill Temple) | url=http://malaimandir.org.in/ | email= | address=Sector 7, RK Puram | lat=28.5675 | long=77.1665 | directions=Bus 66 to Malai Mandir | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7903382 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=The main temple within the complex, formally called Sree Swaminatha Swami Temple, houses the sanctum of Lord Swaminatha. The temple is built entirely of granite and is reminiscent of the Chola style of South Indian temple architecture. }} * {{see | name=Yogmaya Temple | alt=Jogmaya temple | url= | email= | address=Mehrauli | lat=28.525 | long=77.1825 | directions=15km S from centre, bus 717 from {{station|Delhi Aero City|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q8054419 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=This ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Yogmaya, the sister of Krishna. Built in early 19th century and is a descendant of a much older Devi shrine. Adjacent to the temple lies, a water body, known as 'Anangtal', after King Anangpal, and covered by trees from all sides. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Deer Park | alt=Aditya Nath Jha Deer Park | url= | email= | address=Hauz Khas | lat=28.5566 | long=77.1959 | directions=metro: {{station|Green Park|yellow}} 1.5 km east | phone= | tollfree= | hours=5:30AM-7PM | price=Free | wikidata=Q5250803 | lastedit=2023-05-17 | content=A fantastic park for a relaxing. There are some good restaurants near this park and has Tomb of Firoz Shah Tughlaq at one of its corners. Has a boating lake. It is also the home to many deer, peacocks, monkeys, ducks and other wildlife. It's a paradise for morning walkers and has picnic huts. It is near Delhi Lawn Tennis Association. }} * {{do | name=Garden of Five Senses | alt= | url= | email= | address= Mehrauli-Badarpur Road| lat=28.51782 | long=77.1998 | directions=Saket Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5522390 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Partly built over a rocky terrain, the garden has various theme areas, including a section on the lines of Mughal Gardens, plus pools of water lilies, bamboo courts, herb gardens and a solar energy park. }} * {{do | name=Siri Fort Sports Complex | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.552083 | long=77.219255 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Siri Fort Sports Complex | wikidata=Q3530699 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A stadium built for the 1982 Asian Games. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Saket District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.520000 | long=77.210000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Saket District Centre | wikidata=Q7402905 | lastedit=2026-07-25 | content=The largest commercial and retail hub in South Delhi with numerous malls, restaurants and office buildings and plenty of parking space. }} * {{buy | name=Nehru Place | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.547222 | long=77.250833 | directions=metro: {{station|Nehru Place|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Nehru Place | image=Delhi-Nehru-Place-Skyline.jpeg | wikidata=Q12436136 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Another large commercial centre in South Delhi. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambience Vasant Kunj | alt= | url=https://ambiencemalls.com/ | email= | address=Nelson Mandela Road, Vasant Kunj | lat=28.54122 | long=77.1551 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-09-10 | content=It is perhaps India's most luxuriant mall. You'll find 3 floors of international designer brands, as well as a number of Indian designers. Emporio also houses one of New Delhi's most popular new restautrants, Set'z (formerly Zest), a chic dining experience with over seven different cuisines to choose from. }} * {{buy | name=DLF Emporio | alt= | url=http://www.dlfemporio.com/ | email= | address=4, Nelson Mandela Rd, Vasant Kunj | lat=28.54263 | long=77.15604 | directions=Bus 66, 326, 602-1, 602, 603, 604 to Shopping Centre Nelson | phone=+91 11 4611 6666 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2022-09-10 | content=It is one luxury malls. The mall has been designed by architect Mohit Gujral and Chandu Chadha in Italian marble, burnished wood, and gleaming brass detailing. DLF Emporio has four floors including ground floor and comprises an area of 3 ha. The mall features over 170 brands including 75 international brands. The promoters also run a 180-seater, high-end restaurant called Setz. }} * {{buy | name=DLF Promenade | alt= | url=http://dlfpromenade.com/ | email= | address=3, Nelson Mandela Rd, Vasant Kunj | lat=28.54263 | long=77.15604 | directions=Bus 66, 326, 602-1, 602, 603, 604 to Shopping Centre Nelson | phone=+91 11 4611 6666 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2022-09-10 | content=Features the only 7-screen multiplex in Delhi. }} * {{buy | name=Select CityWalk, MGF Metropolitan, & DLF Avenue Malls | alt= | url=https://www.dlfavenue.com/ | email= | address=A-2,Press Enclave Marg, District Centre, Saket | lat=28.52906 | long=77.21798 | directions=Bus 534, 534A, 548, 581 to 'Khirki Village', or Metro Yellow 'Malviya Nagar' East 1.3 km | phone=+91 74 28 367518 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The mall is divided into three broad zones: Staple Traditional (family), Celebration (centre-stage) and High Voltage (youth). There are eight anchor tenants including Goodearth Verandah, Pantaloons, Crossword Bookstore, Mothercare, Arcelia, and Home Stop. The mall also has 125 stores representing over 500 major Indian and international brands of clothes and apparels. The mall has a {{m2|930}}. multi-cuisine food court, Food Talk, on the second floor, along with several restaurants including The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Pizza Hut, Chicago Pizza and KFC. The mall also houses a PVR multiplex, which comprises six screens. There is also a {{m2|9,300}} outdoor open plaza, Sanskriti, for art festivals, fairs, exhibitions, performances, and al fresco dining. The plaza is landscaped extensively in timber, water, stone and steel and has an open–air amphitheatre, along with trees and water features. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Midland Bookshop | alt= | url=https://www.midlandbookshop.com/en/ | email= | address=South Extension and Aurbindo Place | lat=28.55219 | long=77.20414 | directions=| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Very similar to bookshops in Khan Market, but at better prices. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Gung The Palace | alt= | url=https://gungthepalace.com/ | email= | address=D-1B, Green Park | lat=28.55675 | long=77.20552 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-16 | content=A very up-market place with good food. 1st floor features a live karaoke, but the ground floor is the place to be. Book in advance for the ground floor. }} * {{eat | name= T.L.R. Cafe & Kitchen| alt= | url= | email= | address=2nd Floor, 31, Hauz Khas Village, Near Axis Bank ATM New Delhi | lat=28.554497 | long=77.194587 | directions=near Green Park and Aurobindo Place in South Delhi | phone= +91 11 4608 0544| tollfree= | fax= | hours=10AM-1AM | price= |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Popular among tourists, expats and locals. Continental menu featuring a variety of pastas and panini sauce. Kitchen open 11AM-11PM daily. Also Spanish, Moroccan and American styles, plus desserts and drinks. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{eat | name=Diva| alt= | url=http://divarestaurants.com/ | email= | address=M-8A, M Block Market, Greater Kailash-2 | lat=28.533551 | long=77.243133 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2921 5673| tollfree= | fax= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | content= Italian style food. }} * {{eat | name=La Piazza | alt= | url= | email= | address=Hyatt Regency, Ring Rd, Bhikaji Cama Place, Rama Krishna Puram | lat=28.5689 | long=77.1849 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=Italian style restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Olive Bar & Kitchen | alt= | url=http://www.olivebarandkitchen.com/ | email= | address=One Style Mile, Haveli No. 6, Kalka Das Marg, Mehrauli | lat=28.525950 | long=77.184291 | directions=near the Qutb Minar | phone= +91 11 2957 4444| tollfree= | fax= | hours= noon-3:30PM, 7:30PM-12:30AM | price= | content=Italian style food. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Shantigriha Bed and Breakfast | alt= | url=http://shantigrihabnb.com/ | email=info@shantigrihabnb.com | address=12 A, Lane W-16, Sainik Farms | lat=28.5605 | long=77.2084 | directions= | phone = +91 98 1814 9019 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Calm peaceful, near Asola wildlife sanctuary and Qutab Minar. Free wifi, private toilet. As of January 2026 closed for renovations per their website. }} * {{sleep | name=Thikana | url=http://thikanadelhi.com/ | email=info@thikanadelhi.com | address=A-7 Gulmohar Park | lat=28.55608 | long=77.21496 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4604 1569 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Single: ₹5,000-₹5,500; Double: ₹5,400-₹6,600 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Family-operated boutique hotel in south Delhi. Very friendly and hospitable service. Nice new rooms. Free internet. Close to GK-1, defense colony with many restaurants and bars. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=The Grand | alt= | url=http://thegrandnewdelhi.com/ | email=reservation@thegrandnewdelhi.com | address=Vasant kunj - Phase II, Nelson Mandela Rd | lat=28.538920 | long=77.151230 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2677 1234 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹9,000 | wikidata=Q111402119 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=390-room business hotel generally not for tourists. Opulent lobby, modern rooms, pool and spa. }} * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Regency Delhi | alt= | url=https://delhi.regency.hyatt.com/ | email= | address=Bhikaiji Cama Pl, Ring Rd | lat=28.569 | long=77.1852 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2679 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price=From ₹8,000 during low season and ₹11,500 during high season, discounts given for advance payment | wikidata=Q12459704 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Huge and slightly aged, but still 5 stars, outdoor pool, small gym and spa, 3 restaurants, and all the usual amenities. Halfway between the airport and Connaught Place. }} * {{sleep | name=Hilton Garden Inn New Delhi/Saket | alt= | url=https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/delskgi-hilton-garden-inn-new-delhi-saket/ | email=delsk_reservations@hilton.com | address=A4, District Centre, Saket | lat=28.527694 | long=77.217333 | directions= | phone=+91 11 3919 1919 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price=₹16,800 | wikidata=Q32947262 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Sheraton New Delhi Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/delsn-sheraton-new-delhi-hotel/overview | email= | address=District Centre, Saket | lat=28.526210 | long=77.216260 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4266 1122 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price=₹25,960 | wikidata=Q111402099 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Eros Hotel New Delhi, Nehru Place | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.550110 | long=77.248890 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q112002909 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.5549|77.1919|zoom=12}} a14i5foc42u2dp08quk59zqjl69z6ur 0 153924 5328341 5328277 2026-08-14T15:26:51Z Mangilobaby 2432955 Cropped page Banner 5328341 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Sanlúcar de Barrameda banner.jpg}} [[File:Plaza del Cabildo, SANLUCAR DE BARRAMEDA - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Plaza del Cabildo]] '''[http://www.sanlucarturismo.com Sanlúcar de Barrameda]''' is a city of 68,000 people (2018) in [[Cadiz (province)|Cadiz province]], where the Guadalquivir river flows into the Atlantic. It is also a gateway to '''Parque Nacional de Doñana''', right across the Guadalquivir river. Sanlúcar de Barrameda forms the "sherry triangle" with [[Jerez de la Frontera]] and El Puerto de Santa María. Sanlúcar is famous for the manzanilla variant of sherry. It is internationally renowned for beach horse-racing and flamenco music. ==Understand== [[File:Sanlucar barrameda castillo santiago2.jpg|thumb|Castillo Santiago]] Located in the mouth of Guadalquivir River, Sanlúcar was already inhabited during Phoenician times. The town was particularly prominent from the 15th to the 18th century, when a great deal of the ship traffic between Spain and the Americas passed through town. [[Voyages of Columbus|Columbus]] started his third voyage from here in 1498, as did [[Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation|Magellan's circumnavigation]] in 1519. Fishing, farming, wine production, salt production and tourism are the most important businesses of the town nowadays. Sanlúcar is a summer tourist destination famous for its cuisine, especially manzanilla (a variety of fino sherry) and prawns. Less well known but equally important are the historical archives of the House of Medina Sidonia (Archivo de la Casa de Medina Sidonia); the major part of the patrimony of the House of Medina Sidonia is in the palace of the same name. The patron saint of the city is Our Lady of Charity, to whom it was dedicated in 1917. The city is part of the tourist area known as the Costa de la Luz (Coast of the Light), about 44 km from the provincial capital of Cádiz. This includes the marshes of the Pinar de la Bonanza Algaida and the marshes of the Guadalquivir, part of the Doñana Natural Park. ===Climate=== The climate is Mediterranean with more than 300 sunny days yearly. The coast is somewhat more humid than locations inland. Rain generally is concentrated to during spring and fall. ==Get in== Access is in general by road only, although you can likely get in [[cruising on small craft|by boat]] too. === By plane === The closest passenger airport is in Jerez de la Frontera. Other major airports nearby are in Seville and Malaga. === By rail === The train will take you only to Jerez. === By bus === There are buses from Jerez and Seville. === By car === Freeway A-480 connects from Jerez, highway A-2077 from Rota and A-2001 from El Puerto de Santa Maria. Sanlucar is 126 km from Seville and 44 km from Cadiz. ==Get around== {{mapframe|36.7781|-6.3515|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Castillo de Santiago | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=15th-century fortification, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de Orleans-Borbón | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A late 19th-century summer home for the Orleans-Borbón royal family. Built in several different styles, including rococo and neomudejar. Nowadays the building serves as the city hall. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de los duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A renaissance palace from the 16th century, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. A part of it serves as a hotel and cafe. You can visit the garden free of charge, the palace can be visited by guided tours for a fee. }} * {{see | name=Memorial plaque to the survivors of the Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Do== [[File:Wetlands in Donana.jpg|thumb |Wetlands in Doñana]] * {{do | name=Doñana National Park | alt=Parque Nacional de Doñana | url=http://www.ebd.csic.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ===Events=== * {{do | name=Feria de Andalucia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{do | name=Carnival | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Very similar to the one in Cadiz. }} * {{do | name=Día de la Caridad | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=The Day of Charity is celebrated each August with a procession and barbecues. }} [[File:Carreras de caballos en la playa de Sanlúcar.JPG|thumb|Horse race on the beach]] * {{do | name=Horse races on the beach | alt= | url=https://carrerassanlucar.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=18:00 (approx) to the sunset | price=Free | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Held on the beach in August, on two three day cycles (exact dates change every year due to the tides). You can bet on the horses. These are the oldest horse races in Spain and some of the oldest in Europe. Contested at distances of 1500 m and 1800 m, the riders wear distinctive colours and caps. }} * {{do | name=Parque Nacional de Doñana | alt=Doñana National Park | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== Sanlúcar is known for its seafood. Like in most of the Andalusian coast, fried fish is the main specialty. Tortillas de Camarones (Shrimp fried tortillas) and Sanlúcar's King Prawns are the most famous local specialties. Local vegetables and sandy soil grown potatoes are also worth tasting. * {{eat | name=Casa Balbino | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€5-15 per person | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=One of the most prominent tapas bars on the Plaza del Cabildo, it has a wide range of the town's popular food at very affordable prices. Fried fish, shrimps tortillas and other local and Andalusian specialties. }} * {{eat | name=La Gitana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Heladería Toñi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Mirador de Doñana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Rancho | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= Probably one of the best kept secrets in southern Spain, the restaurant serves huge portions at dirt cheap prices. The "Secreto Iberico" is such an amazing pork dish, that it may replace steak as your favourite grilled meat! }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hospedería Duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url=http://www.hotelpalaciosanlucar.com | email= | address=Palacio de Medina Sidonia. Plaza Condes de Niebla | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956360161 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel abba Palacio de Arizón | alt= | url=http://www.abbapalacioarizonhotel.com/de/home.html {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email=palaciodearizon@abbahoteles.com | address=Avda. V Centenario. Plaza Quinto | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956385100 | tollfree= | fax=+34 956385570 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Guadalquivir | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gran Vía, 25 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 958 285 464 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Macia Doñana | alt= | url=http://www.maciadonana.com/ | email=donana@maciahoteles.com | address=Calle Orfeón Santa Cecilia s/n | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 365 000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Tartaneros | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tartaneros, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Los Helechos | alt= | url= | email= | address=Plaza de Madre de Dios, 9, | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 36 13 49 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Barrameda | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Ancha, 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 38 58 78 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Connect== As of Dec 2024, Sanlúcar and its approach highways have 5G from all Spanish carriers. ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Cádiz (province)}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|36.777|-6.355}} 1ds9orgi0dkcinilnzj3zn47mrp82o7 5328342 5328341 2026-08-14T15:29:45Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328342 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Sanlúcar de Barrameda banner.jpg}} [[File:Plaza del Cabildo, SANLUCAR DE BARRAMEDA - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Plaza del Cabildo]] '''[http://www.sanlucarturismo.com Sanlúcar de Barrameda]''' is a city of 68,000 people (2018) in [[Cadiz (province)|Cadiz province]], where the Guadalquivir river flows into the Atlantic. It is also a gateway to '''Parque Nacional de Doñana''', right across the Guadalquivir river. Sanlúcar de Barrameda forms the "sherry triangle" with [[Jerez de la Frontera]] and El Puerto de Santa María. Sanlúcar is famous for the manzanilla variant of sherry. It is internationally renowned for beach horse-racing and flamenco music. ==Understand== [[File:Sanlucar barrameda castillo santiago2.jpg|thumb|Castillo Santiago]] Located in the mouth of Guadalquivir River, Sanlúcar was already inhabited during Phoenician times. The town was particularly prominent from the 15th to the 18th century, when a great deal of the ship traffic between Spain and the Americas passed through town. [[Voyages of Columbus|Columbus]] started his third voyage from here in 1498, as did [[Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation|Magellan's circumnavigation]] in 1519. Fishing, farming, wine production, salt production and tourism are the most important businesses of the town nowadays. Sanlúcar is a summer tourist destination famous for its cuisine, especially manzanilla (a variety of fino sherry) and prawns. Less well known but equally important are the historical archives of the House of Medina Sidonia (Archivo de la Casa de Medina Sidonia); the major part of the patrimony of the House of Medina Sidonia is in the palace of the same name. The patron saint of the city is Our Lady of Charity, to whom it was dedicated in 1917. The city is part of the tourist area known as the Costa de la Luz (Coast of the Light), about 44 km from the provincial capital of Cádiz. This includes the marshes of the Pinar de la Bonanza Algaida and the marshes of the Guadalquivir, part of the Doñana Natural Park. ===Climate=== The climate is Mediterranean with more than 300 sunny days yearly. The coast is somewhat more humid than locations inland. Rain generally is concentrated to during spring and fall. ==Get in== Access is in general by road only, although you can likely get in [[cruising on small craft|by boat]] too. === By plane === The closest passenger airport is in Jerez de la Frontera. Other major airports nearby are in Seville and Malaga. === By rail === The train will take you only to Jerez. === By bus === There are buses from Jerez and Seville. === By car === Freeway A-480 connects from Jerez, highway A-2077 from Rota and A-2001 from El Puerto de Santa Maria. Sanlucar is 126 km from Seville and 44 km from Cadiz. ==Get around== {{mapframe|36.7781|-6.3515|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Castillo de Santiago | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=15th-century fortification, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de Orleans-Borbón | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A late 19th-century summer home for the Orleans-Borbón royal family. Built in several different styles, including rococo and neomudejar. Nowadays the building serves as the city hall. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de los duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A renaissance palace from the 16th century, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. A part of it serves as a hotel and cafe. You can visit the garden free of charge, the palace can be visited by guided tours for a fee. }} * {{see | name=Memorial plaque to the survivors of the Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Do== [[File:Wetlands in Donana.jpg|thumb |Wetlands in Doñana]] * {{do | name=Doñana National Park | alt=Parque Nacional de Doñana | url=http://www.ebd.csic.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ===Events=== * {{do | name=Feria de Andalucia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{do | name=Carnival | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Very similar to the one in Cadiz. }} * {{do | name=Día de la Caridad | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=The Day of Charity is celebrated each August with a procession and barbecues. }} [[File:Carreras de caballos en la playa de Sanlúcar.JPG|thumb|Horse race on the beach]] * {{do | name=Horse races on the beach | alt= | url=https://carrerassanlucar.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=18:00 (approx) to the sunset | price=Free | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Held on the beach in August, on two three day cycles (exact dates change every year due to the tides). You can bet on the horses. These are the oldest horse races in Spain and some of the oldest in Europe. Contested at distances of 1500 m and 1800 m, the riders wear distinctive colours and caps. }} * {{do | name=Parque Nacional de Doñana | alt=Doñana National Park | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== Sanlúcar is known for its seafood. Like in most of the Andalusian coast, fried fish is the main specialty. Tortillas de Camarones (Shrimp fried tortillas) and Sanlúcar's King Prawns are the most famous local specialties. Local vegetables and sandy soil grown potatoes are also worth tasting. * {{eat | name=Casa Balbino | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€5-15 per person | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=One of the most prominent tapas bars on the Plaza del Cabildo, it has a wide range of the town's popular food at very affordable prices. Fried fish, shrimps tortillas and other local and Andalusian specialties. }} * {{eat | name=La Gitana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Heladería Toñi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Mirador de Doñana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Rancho | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= Probably one of the best kept secrets in southern Spain, the restaurant serves huge portions at dirt cheap prices. The "Secreto Iberico" is such an amazing pork dish, that it may replace steak as your favourite grilled meat! }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hospedería Duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url=http://www.hotelpalaciosanlucar.com | email= | address=Palacio de Medina Sidonia. Plaza Condes de Niebla | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956360161 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel abba Palacio de Arizón | alt= | url=http://www.abbapalacioarizonhotel.com/de/home.html {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email=palaciodearizon@abbahoteles.com | address=Avda. V Centenario. Plaza Quinto | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956385100 | tollfree= | fax=+34 956385570 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Guadalquivir | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gran Vía, 25 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 958 285 464 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Macia Doñana | alt= | url=http://www.maciadonana.com/ | email=donana@maciahoteles.com | address=Calle Orfeón Santa Cecilia s/n | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 365 000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Tartaneros | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tartaneros, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Los Helechos | alt= | url= | email= | address=Plaza de Madre de Dios, 9, | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 36 13 49 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Barrameda | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Ancha, 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 38 58 78 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Connect== As of Dec 2024, Sanlúcar and its approach highways have 5G from all Spanish carriers. ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Cádiz (province)}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|36.777|-6.355}} 3381vansw5udi3ek6iqcimg565jydbt 5328344 5328342 2026-08-14T15:32:36Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328344 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Sanlúcar de Barrameda banner.JPG}} [[File:Plaza del Cabildo, SANLUCAR DE BARRAMEDA - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Plaza del Cabildo]] '''[http://www.sanlucarturismo.com Sanlúcar de Barrameda]''' is a city of 68,000 people (2018) in [[Cadiz (province)|Cadiz province]], where the Guadalquivir river flows into the Atlantic. It is also a gateway to '''Parque Nacional de Doñana''', right across the Guadalquivir river. Sanlúcar de Barrameda forms the "sherry triangle" with [[Jerez de la Frontera]] and El Puerto de Santa María. Sanlúcar is famous for the manzanilla variant of sherry. It is internationally renowned for beach horse-racing and flamenco music. ==Understand== [[File:Sanlucar barrameda castillo santiago2.jpg|thumb|Castillo Santiago]] Located in the mouth of Guadalquivir River, Sanlúcar was already inhabited during Phoenician times. The town was particularly prominent from the 15th to the 18th century, when a great deal of the ship traffic between Spain and the Americas passed through town. [[Voyages of Columbus|Columbus]] started his third voyage from here in 1498, as did [[Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation|Magellan's circumnavigation]] in 1519. Fishing, farming, wine production, salt production and tourism are the most important businesses of the town nowadays. Sanlúcar is a summer tourist destination famous for its cuisine, especially manzanilla (a variety of fino sherry) and prawns. Less well known but equally important are the historical archives of the House of Medina Sidonia (Archivo de la Casa de Medina Sidonia); the major part of the patrimony of the House of Medina Sidonia is in the palace of the same name. The patron saint of the city is Our Lady of Charity, to whom it was dedicated in 1917. The city is part of the tourist area known as the Costa de la Luz (Coast of the Light), about 44 km from the provincial capital of Cádiz. This includes the marshes of the Pinar de la Bonanza Algaida and the marshes of the Guadalquivir, part of the Doñana Natural Park. ===Climate=== The climate is Mediterranean with more than 300 sunny days yearly. The coast is somewhat more humid than locations inland. Rain generally is concentrated to during spring and fall. ==Get in== Access is in general by road only, although you can likely get in [[cruising on small craft|by boat]] too. === By plane === The closest passenger airport is in Jerez de la Frontera. Other major airports nearby are in Seville and Malaga. === By rail === The train will take you only to Jerez. === By bus === There are buses from Jerez and Seville. === By car === Freeway A-480 connects from Jerez, highway A-2077 from Rota and A-2001 from El Puerto de Santa Maria. Sanlucar is 126 km from Seville and 44 km from Cadiz. ==Get around== {{mapframe|36.7781|-6.3515|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Castillo de Santiago | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=15th-century fortification, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de Orleans-Borbón | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A late 19th-century summer home for the Orleans-Borbón royal family. Built in several different styles, including rococo and neomudejar. Nowadays the building serves as the city hall. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de los duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A renaissance palace from the 16th century, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. A part of it serves as a hotel and cafe. You can visit the garden free of charge, the palace can be visited by guided tours for a fee. }} * {{see | name=Memorial plaque to the survivors of the Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Do== [[File:Wetlands in Donana.jpg|thumb |Wetlands in Doñana]] * {{do | name=Doñana National Park | alt=Parque Nacional de Doñana | url=http://www.ebd.csic.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ===Events=== * {{do | name=Feria de Andalucia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{do | name=Carnival | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Very similar to the one in Cadiz. }} * {{do | name=Día de la Caridad | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=The Day of Charity is celebrated each August with a procession and barbecues. }} [[File:Carreras de caballos en la playa de Sanlúcar.JPG|thumb|Horse race on the beach]] * {{do | name=Horse races on the beach | alt= | url=https://carrerassanlucar.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=18:00 (approx) to the sunset | price=Free | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Held on the beach in August, on two three day cycles (exact dates change every year due to the tides). You can bet on the horses. These are the oldest horse races in Spain and some of the oldest in Europe. Contested at distances of 1500 m and 1800 m, the riders wear distinctive colours and caps. }} * {{do | name=Parque Nacional de Doñana | alt=Doñana National Park | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== Sanlúcar is known for its seafood. Like in most of the Andalusian coast, fried fish is the main specialty. Tortillas de Camarones (Shrimp fried tortillas) and Sanlúcar's King Prawns are the most famous local specialties. Local vegetables and sandy soil grown potatoes are also worth tasting. * {{eat | name=Casa Balbino | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€5-15 per person | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=One of the most prominent tapas bars on the Plaza del Cabildo, it has a wide range of the town's popular food at very affordable prices. Fried fish, shrimps tortillas and other local and Andalusian specialties. }} * {{eat | name=La Gitana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Heladería Toñi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Mirador de Doñana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Rancho | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= Probably one of the best kept secrets in southern Spain, the restaurant serves huge portions at dirt cheap prices. The "Secreto Iberico" is such an amazing pork dish, that it may replace steak as your favourite grilled meat! }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hospedería Duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url=http://www.hotelpalaciosanlucar.com | email= | address=Palacio de Medina Sidonia. Plaza Condes de Niebla | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956360161 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel abba Palacio de Arizón | alt= | url=http://www.abbapalacioarizonhotel.com/de/home.html {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email=palaciodearizon@abbahoteles.com | address=Avda. V Centenario. Plaza Quinto | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956385100 | tollfree= | fax=+34 956385570 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Guadalquivir | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gran Vía, 25 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 958 285 464 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Macia Doñana | alt= | url=http://www.maciadonana.com/ | email=donana@maciahoteles.com | address=Calle Orfeón Santa Cecilia s/n | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 365 000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Tartaneros | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tartaneros, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Los Helechos | alt= | url= | email= | address=Plaza de Madre de Dios, 9, | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 36 13 49 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Barrameda | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Ancha, 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 38 58 78 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Connect== As of Dec 2024, Sanlúcar and its approach highways have 5G from all Spanish carriers. ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Cádiz (province)}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|36.777|-6.355}} 1996psh74l6dpxancirqxqaxsskvhbo 5328345 5328344 2026-08-14T15:33:30Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328345 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Cadiz banner.jpg}} [[File:Plaza del Cabildo, SANLUCAR DE BARRAMEDA - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Plaza del Cabildo]] '''[http://www.sanlucarturismo.com Sanlúcar de Barrameda]''' is a city of 68,000 people (2018) in [[Cadiz (province)|Cadiz province]], where the Guadalquivir river flows into the Atlantic. It is also a gateway to '''Parque Nacional de Doñana''', right across the Guadalquivir river. Sanlúcar de Barrameda forms the "sherry triangle" with [[Jerez de la Frontera]] and El Puerto de Santa María. Sanlúcar is famous for the manzanilla variant of sherry. It is internationally renowned for beach horse-racing and flamenco music. ==Understand== [[File:Sanlucar barrameda castillo santiago2.jpg|thumb|Castillo Santiago]] Located in the mouth of Guadalquivir River, Sanlúcar was already inhabited during Phoenician times. The town was particularly prominent from the 15th to the 18th century, when a great deal of the ship traffic between Spain and the Americas passed through town. [[Voyages of Columbus|Columbus]] started his third voyage from here in 1498, as did [[Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation|Magellan's circumnavigation]] in 1519. Fishing, farming, wine production, salt production and tourism are the most important businesses of the town nowadays. Sanlúcar is a summer tourist destination famous for its cuisine, especially manzanilla (a variety of fino sherry) and prawns. Less well known but equally important are the historical archives of the House of Medina Sidonia (Archivo de la Casa de Medina Sidonia); the major part of the patrimony of the House of Medina Sidonia is in the palace of the same name. The patron saint of the city is Our Lady of Charity, to whom it was dedicated in 1917. The city is part of the tourist area known as the Costa de la Luz (Coast of the Light), about 44 km from the provincial capital of Cádiz. This includes the marshes of the Pinar de la Bonanza Algaida and the marshes of the Guadalquivir, part of the Doñana Natural Park. ===Climate=== The climate is Mediterranean with more than 300 sunny days yearly. The coast is somewhat more humid than locations inland. Rain generally is concentrated to during spring and fall. ==Get in== Access is in general by road only, although you can likely get in [[cruising on small craft|by boat]] too. === By plane === The closest passenger airport is in Jerez de la Frontera. Other major airports nearby are in Seville and Malaga. === By rail === The train will take you only to Jerez. === By bus === There are buses from Jerez and Seville. === By car === Freeway A-480 connects from Jerez, highway A-2077 from Rota and A-2001 from El Puerto de Santa Maria. Sanlucar is 126 km from Seville and 44 km from Cadiz. ==Get around== {{mapframe|36.7781|-6.3515|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Castillo de Santiago | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=15th-century fortification, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de Orleans-Borbón | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A late 19th-century summer home for the Orleans-Borbón royal family. Built in several different styles, including rococo and neomudejar. Nowadays the building serves as the city hall. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de los duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A renaissance palace from the 16th century, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. A part of it serves as a hotel and cafe. You can visit the garden free of charge, the palace can be visited by guided tours for a fee. }} * {{see | name=Memorial plaque to the survivors of the Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Do== [[File:Wetlands in Donana.jpg|thumb |Wetlands in Doñana]] * {{do | name=Doñana National Park | alt=Parque Nacional de Doñana | url=http://www.ebd.csic.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ===Events=== * {{do | name=Feria de Andalucia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{do | name=Carnival | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Very similar to the one in Cadiz. }} * {{do | name=Día de la Caridad | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=The Day of Charity is celebrated each August with a procession and barbecues. }} [[File:Carreras de caballos en la playa de Sanlúcar.JPG|thumb|Horse race on the beach]] * {{do | name=Horse races on the beach | alt= | url=https://carrerassanlucar.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=18:00 (approx) to the sunset | price=Free | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Held on the beach in August, on two three day cycles (exact dates change every year due to the tides). You can bet on the horses. These are the oldest horse races in Spain and some of the oldest in Europe. Contested at distances of 1500 m and 1800 m, the riders wear distinctive colours and caps. }} * {{do | name=Parque Nacional de Doñana | alt=Doñana National Park | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== Sanlúcar is known for its seafood. Like in most of the Andalusian coast, fried fish is the main specialty. Tortillas de Camarones (Shrimp fried tortillas) and Sanlúcar's King Prawns are the most famous local specialties. Local vegetables and sandy soil grown potatoes are also worth tasting. * {{eat | name=Casa Balbino | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€5-15 per person | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=One of the most prominent tapas bars on the Plaza del Cabildo, it has a wide range of the town's popular food at very affordable prices. Fried fish, shrimps tortillas and other local and Andalusian specialties. }} * {{eat | name=La Gitana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Heladería Toñi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Mirador de Doñana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Rancho | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= Probably one of the best kept secrets in southern Spain, the restaurant serves huge portions at dirt cheap prices. The "Secreto Iberico" is such an amazing pork dish, that it may replace steak as your favourite grilled meat! }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hospedería Duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url=http://www.hotelpalaciosanlucar.com | email= | address=Palacio de Medina Sidonia. Plaza Condes de Niebla | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956360161 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel abba Palacio de Arizón | alt= | url=http://www.abbapalacioarizonhotel.com/de/home.html {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email=palaciodearizon@abbahoteles.com | address=Avda. V Centenario. Plaza Quinto | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956385100 | tollfree= | fax=+34 956385570 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Guadalquivir | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gran Vía, 25 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 958 285 464 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Macia Doñana | alt= | url=http://www.maciadonana.com/ | email=donana@maciahoteles.com | address=Calle Orfeón Santa Cecilia s/n | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 365 000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Tartaneros | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tartaneros, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Los Helechos | alt= | url= | email= | address=Plaza de Madre de Dios, 9, | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 36 13 49 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Barrameda | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Ancha, 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 38 58 78 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Connect== As of Dec 2024, Sanlúcar and its approach highways have 5G from all Spanish carriers. ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Cádiz (province)}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|36.777|-6.355}} 5873c183r0enmrq2u6ld2zhcaz9irl4 5328346 5328345 2026-08-14T15:34:20Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328346 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} [[File:Plaza del Cabildo, SANLUCAR DE BARRAMEDA - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Plaza del Cabildo]] '''[http://www.sanlucarturismo.com Sanlúcar de Barrameda]''' is a city of 68,000 people (2018) in [[Cadiz (province)|Cadiz province]], where the Guadalquivir river flows into the Atlantic. It is also a gateway to '''Parque Nacional de Doñana''', right across the Guadalquivir river. Sanlúcar de Barrameda forms the "sherry triangle" with [[Jerez de la Frontera]] and El Puerto de Santa María. Sanlúcar is famous for the manzanilla variant of sherry. It is internationally renowned for beach horse-racing and flamenco music. ==Understand== [[File:Sanlucar barrameda castillo santiago2.jpg|thumb|Castillo Santiago]] Located in the mouth of Guadalquivir River, Sanlúcar was already inhabited during Phoenician times. The town was particularly prominent from the 15th to the 18th century, when a great deal of the ship traffic between Spain and the Americas passed through town. [[Voyages of Columbus|Columbus]] started his third voyage from here in 1498, as did [[Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation|Magellan's circumnavigation]] in 1519. Fishing, farming, wine production, salt production and tourism are the most important businesses of the town nowadays. Sanlúcar is a summer tourist destination famous for its cuisine, especially manzanilla (a variety of fino sherry) and prawns. Less well known but equally important are the historical archives of the House of Medina Sidonia (Archivo de la Casa de Medina Sidonia); the major part of the patrimony of the House of Medina Sidonia is in the palace of the same name. The patron saint of the city is Our Lady of Charity, to whom it was dedicated in 1917. The city is part of the tourist area known as the Costa de la Luz (Coast of the Light), about 44 km from the provincial capital of Cádiz. This includes the marshes of the Pinar de la Bonanza Algaida and the marshes of the Guadalquivir, part of the Doñana Natural Park. ===Climate=== The climate is Mediterranean with more than 300 sunny days yearly. The coast is somewhat more humid than locations inland. Rain generally is concentrated to during spring and fall. ==Get in== Access is in general by road only, although you can likely get in [[cruising on small craft|by boat]] too. === By plane === The closest passenger airport is in Jerez de la Frontera. Other major airports nearby are in Seville and Malaga. === By rail === The train will take you only to Jerez. === By bus === There are buses from Jerez and Seville. === By car === Freeway A-480 connects from Jerez, highway A-2077 from Rota and A-2001 from El Puerto de Santa Maria. Sanlucar is 126 km from Seville and 44 km from Cadiz. ==Get around== {{mapframe|36.7781|-6.3515|zoom=13}} ==See== * {{see | name=Castillo de Santiago | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=15th-century fortification, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de Orleans-Borbón | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A late 19th-century summer home for the Orleans-Borbón royal family. Built in several different styles, including rococo and neomudejar. Nowadays the building serves as the city hall. }} * {{see | name=Palacio de los duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=A renaissance palace from the 16th century, built by the Medina-Sidonia family. A part of it serves as a hotel and cafe. You can visit the garden free of charge, the palace can be visited by guided tours for a fee. }} * {{see | name=Memorial plaque to the survivors of the Magellan-Elcano circumnavigation | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Do== [[File:Wetlands in Donana.jpg|thumb |Wetlands in Doñana]] * {{do | name=Doñana National Park | alt=Parque Nacional de Doñana | url=http://www.ebd.csic.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ===Events=== * {{do | name=Feria de Andalucia | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{do | name=Carnival | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Very similar to the one in Cadiz. }} * {{do | name=Día de la Caridad | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=The Day of Charity is celebrated each August with a procession and barbecues. }} [[File:Carreras de caballos en la playa de Sanlúcar.JPG|thumb|Horse race on the beach]] * {{do | name=Horse races on the beach | alt= | url=https://carrerassanlucar.es | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=18:00 (approx) to the sunset | price=Free | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=Held on the beach in August, on two three day cycles (exact dates change every year due to the tides). You can bet on the horses. These are the oldest horse races in Spain and some of the oldest in Europe. Contested at distances of 1500 m and 1800 m, the riders wear distinctive colours and caps. }} * {{do | name=Parque Nacional de Doñana | alt=Doñana National Park | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q463141 | lastedit=2020-10-31 | content=Because of its position at the mouth of the Guadalquivir, Sanlúcar is a convenient home base for exploring the nearby Doñana National Park and its natural features. Within the park lies the Marisma de Hinojos (Salt Marsh of Fennel Plants); also within its precincts is the possible site of the legendary lost city of Tartessos, the capital of an ancient civilization that predated the Phoenicians in Iberia. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== Sanlúcar is known for its seafood. Like in most of the Andalusian coast, fried fish is the main specialty. Tortillas de Camarones (Shrimp fried tortillas) and Sanlúcar's King Prawns are the most famous local specialties. Local vegetables and sandy soil grown potatoes are also worth tasting. * {{eat | name=Casa Balbino | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=€5-15 per person | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content=One of the most prominent tapas bars on the Plaza del Cabildo, it has a wide range of the town's popular food at very affordable prices. Fried fish, shrimps tortillas and other local and Andalusian specialties. }} * {{eat | name=La Gitana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Heladería Toñi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Mirador de Doñana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{eat | name=El Rancho | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= Probably one of the best kept secrets in southern Spain, the restaurant serves huge portions at dirt cheap prices. The "Secreto Iberico" is such an amazing pork dish, that it may replace steak as your favourite grilled meat! }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hospedería Duques de Medina Sidonia | alt= | url=http://www.hotelpalaciosanlucar.com | email= | address=Palacio de Medina Sidonia. Plaza Condes de Niebla | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956360161 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel abba Palacio de Arizón | alt= | url=http://www.abbapalacioarizonhotel.com/de/home.html {{dead link|August 2020|December 2020}} | email=palaciodearizon@abbahoteles.com | address=Avda. V Centenario. Plaza Quinto | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956385100 | tollfree= | fax=+34 956385570 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Guadalquivir | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gran Vía, 25 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 958 285 464 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Macia Doñana | alt= | url=http://www.maciadonana.com/ | email=donana@maciahoteles.com | address=Calle Orfeón Santa Cecilia s/n | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 365 000 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Tartaneros | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tartaneros, 8 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Los Helechos | alt= | url= | email= | address=Plaza de Madre de Dios, 9, | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 36 13 49 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Barrameda | alt= | url= | email= | address=Calle Ancha, 10 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+34 956 38 58 78 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2017-01-06 | content= }} ==Connect== As of Dec 2024, Sanlúcar and its approach highways have 5G from all Spanish carriers. ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Cádiz (province)}} {{usablecity}} {{geo|36.777|-6.355}} ii0m3rauig971fdvaijy2ys5exsrm4z 0 154068 5328638 5323186 2026-08-15T06:44:11Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/South East Delhi]] to [[Delhi/South East]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]]: the district is officially just "South East". 5323186 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Humayun's Tomb wikivoyage banner.jpg|pgname=South East Delhi|unesco=yes}} '''South East Delhi''' (दक्षिण पूर्व दिल्ली ''Dakshiṇ Pūrv Dillī'') is a district of [[Delhi]] which, like [[Delhi/South Delhi|South Delhi]], is high-income and with easy motorway access to the airport. 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===By metro=== Violet {{rint|delhi|violet}}, Pink {{rint|delhi|pink}} and Magenta {{rint|delhi|magenta}} lines crisscross the South East Delhi district. ===By bus=== The 405 bus service from Mori Gate Bus Terminal goes south across South East Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Sabz Burj | alt=सब्ज़ बुर्ज | url= | email= | address=Mathura Rd, Nizamuddin | lat=28.593086 | long=77.243706 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sabz Burj | image=Sabz Burj in Delhi 03-2016.jpg | wikidata=Q41650552 | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=Though it literally means "green dome", its dome is nowhere green in colour. The dome is blue, and the tower is believed to be built between 1530 and 1535. The tower is an influence of Central Asian architecture. There are blue and yellow tiles on the drum. Moreover, it was used as a police station during British rule. }} ===Shergarh=== * {{see | name=Kos Minar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.60240 | long=77.24546 | directions=inside National Zoological Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Mughal-era Kos Minar in the Delhi National Zoo.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content="Kos Minar", or distance markers are pillars built by Sher Shah Suri in order to measure distance. The distance between the two Kos Minars is roughly 8 km. They are massive pillars, 9 m high, built on a high platform. }} ====Purana Qila==== [[File:West Gate.jpg|thumb|West Gate of Purana Qila]] * {{see | name=Purana Qila | alt=पुराना क़िला ''Purānā Qilā'', Old Fort | url= | email= | address=Mathura Rd | lat=28.60929 | long=77.2436 | directions=near Delhi Zoo | phone=+91 11 2435 5387 | tollfree= | hours=09:00 - 17:00 | price=₹5 for Indians, ₹100 for foreigners | wikipedia=Purana Qila | wikidata=Q1151529 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=The walled citadel of Mughal Emperor Humayun. It was later turned into an urban village before becoming a monument. Ruins of the 16th-century city of Shergarh, this complex sits on top of what is believed to be the site of Indraprastha, the capital of the Pandavas in the Mahabharata epic. The citadel contains several structures which include 3 gateways. Apart from that the complex contain a pavilion, a mosque along with a hammam and step well }} The structures inside Purana Qila include: * {{see | name=Sher Mandal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q63929741 | lastedit=2023-08-11 | content=The two-storey library inside Purana Qila. It is in this library that Mughal Emperor Humayun fell from stairs and died. }} * {{see | name=Qila-i-Kuhna Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q19895556 | lastedit=2023-08-11 | content=A mosque built by Sher Shah Suri. }} * {{see | name=Purana Qila Baoli | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.609354 | long=77.244305 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-08-11 | content=A small elongagted stepwell (baoli) located near the Qila-i-Kuhna Masjid and Sher Mandal. }} * {{see | name=Hammam (Bath House) | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.608335 | long=77.244774 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-08-11 | content=Next to the Sher Mandal the ruined hammam (bathhouse) has remains of terracotta pipes and ribber water chutes. }} * {{see | name=Bada Darwaza | alt=Big Gate | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.609056 | long=77.242236 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-08-11 | content=The eastern gateway. It is the only functional gate of the fort. }} * {{see | name=Humayun Darwaza | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.607075 | long=77.245525 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-08-11 | content=A gate built by Mughal Emperor Humayun located in Purana Qila. It is the southeast gate of the fort. }} * {{see | name=Talaqi Darwaza | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.611829 | long=77.241661 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-08-11 | content=The northern gate of Purana Qila. It has a marble carving of warring lions with a man in front. }} ====Humayun's Tomb Complex==== [[Image:Humayun South.JPG|thumb|Humayun's Tomb]] * {{see | name=Humayun's Tomb | alt=Hindi: हुमायूँ का मक़बरा ''Humāyūn kā Maqbarā''; Urdu: ہمایوں کا مقبرہ ''Humāyūn kā Maqbarā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.59302 | long=77.24884 | directions=near Hazrat Nizamuddin station | phone= | tollfree= | hours=daily from sunrise to sunset | price=₹ 40/600, Indians/foreigners | wikipedia=Humayun's Tomb | image=Humayun's Tomb, Mausoleum.jpg | wikidata=Q189648 | lastedit=2025-02-05 | content=is one of Delhi's three [[UNESCO World Heritage Site]]s. - The tomb is in large, immaculately maintained gardens in the Persian ''Char Bagh'' (four corners) style that were thoroughly renovated in 2003 with the Aga Khan's help and are probably the best in Delhi. As you pass through the first gate, you will glimpse the dome of the tomb and enter a floral path leading to the second (West) gate, which now acts as the entrance to the giant central garden. - The centrepiece is the eponymous '''tomb of Humayun''', the second Mughal emperor. Built starting in 1562, it was the first major Mughal structure in the city and has been described as a predecessor or prototype of the [[Taj Mahal]]. The structures are, indeed, stylistically similar, although Humayun's Tomb is built from red sandstone, not white marble, and was built by a wife grieving for her husband, not the other way around. You can climb up to the second level (the stairs on the west side are very steep, those on the south side less so), and on the south side you will find the entrance into the main crypt where Humayun is buried. Before you leave, be sure to visit the South Gate, the original royal entrance, from where you can get picture-postcard views without too many tourists in the way. }} The Humayun's Tomb Complex also houses several other tombs and structures, including '''Isa Khan's Tomb and Mosque''', '''Barber's Tomb''', '''Arab Sarai''', '''Afsarwala Mosque and Tomb''' and '''Ba Halim's Garden and Tomb'''. * {{see | name=Barber's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.592298 | long=77.251932 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Humayun's Tomb - Barber's Tomb.jpg | wikidata=Q133263723 | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=In the southeast corner is the Barber's Tomb, also built in the same style. Historians do not know who is buried in this picturesque tomb made of red and grey sandstone. }} * {{see | name=Isa Khan's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.592200 | long=77.246200 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tomb of Isa Khan | image=Elevation View of Isa Khan Tomb.jpg | wikidata=Q65041035 | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=As you enter the Humayun's Tomb Complex, the first major structure on your right is the bulbous, octagonal tomb of Isa Khan, a court noble who built it in his own lifetime, some 20 years before Humayun's Tomb. }} * {{see | name=Nila Gumbad | alt=नीला गुंबद ''Nīlā Gumbad'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.591944 | long=77.253056 | directions=approched from outside the Humayun's Tomb past the Sunder Bagh Nursery and Gurudwara Dam Dama Sahib | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Nila Gumbad | image=Nila Gumbad or Blue Dome, adjacent to the Humayun's tomb complex, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q12435951 | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=The octagonal tomb is crowned with a huge dome, covered with dark blue tiles. }} ====Sunder Nursery==== [[File:Sunder_Nursery_Sep-2019.jpg|thumb|Sunder Nursery]] [[File:Muzaffar Hussain's Tomb 1.jpg|thumb|Bara Batasha or Muzaffar Hussain's Tomb]] * {{see | name=Sunder Nursery | alt=Central Park, Azim Bagh, Bagh-e-Azeem | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.596874 | long=77.245339 | directions=N of Humayun's Tomb Complex | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹200 for foreigners | wikidata=Q15628824 | lastedit=2023-12-20 | content=A 16th-century heritage park complex. During British rule, the nursery was established to grow experimental plants. Today the nursey still operates. It is an interesting mix of landscape gardens coupled with wilderness. The park is a favourite among morning and evening walkers and has special play zones for kids. }} The Sunder Nursery complex also has its share of heritage and contains fifteen heritage monuments, of which 6 are {{unesco}}, including Sunderwala Burj, Sunderwala Mahal and Lakkarwala Burj. * {{see | name=Sunderwala Burj | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.596108 | long=77.245356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41514616 | lastedit=2023-05-18 | content=A tomb that stands on a square base and has sloped walls. It is crowned with a dome. It is believed to be a pre-Mughal tomb but nothing is known about its occupant. }} * {{see | name=Lakkarwala Burj | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.597954 | long=77.24397 | directions=northwest of Sundarwala Burj | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41514579 | content=It has a similar layout to the Sundarwala Burj but stands on a much higher elevated platform. Nothing is known about the occupant and the origin of the name. }} * {{see | name=Arched Platform | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.597695 | long=77.246348 | directions=eastern side of Lakkarwala Burj | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Built of rubble masonry and devoid of plaster the ruined structures consist of three arches. The central arch is bigger than the two flanking it. The structure behind the arches is all in ruins. }} * {{see | image=| name= Mughal Pavilion| alt= | url= | email=| address= | lat=28.597359 | long=77.247702| directions=| phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=}} * {{see | name=Sunderwala Mahal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.596109 | long=77.246537 | directions=east of Sunder Burj | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Sunderwala Mahal, Sunder Nursery, New Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q41514672 | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=The structure dates back to the 16th century and was built during the Mughal period. It is an irregular octagonal structure with four main sides containing five arches each. The oblong sides consist of a single arch. }} * {{see | name=Bara Batasha Mahal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.595757 | long=77.248905 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41132469 | content=(Mausoleum of Mirza Muzaffar Hussain) — This structure houses the tomb of Mirza Muzaffar who was the son of Babur and Gulrukh Begum. The speciality of this structure is that it has 5 arches on each side. }} * {{see | name=Chota Batashewala Mahal | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.596111 | long=77.249722 | directions=East of Bara Batasha Mahal. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Chota Batashewala.jpg | wikidata=Q41131719 | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=It is a ruined structure with two of the eight walls of the octagonal structure surviving. }} * {{see | name=Mughal Mausoleum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.595969 | long=77.250564 | directions=East of Chota Batashewala Mahal | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=It is a square structure standing on a high plinth. It is topped with a huge dome. Sadly nothing is known about the origin of the structure and the mortal remains of the persons who are buried underneath it. }} ===Forts=== [[File:Tuglagbad Fort Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic views of the bastions of Tughlakabad Fort]] * {{see | name=Adilabad Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.505062 | long=77.267324 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q41651989 | lastedit=2025-09-08 | content= }} * {{see | name=Tughlakabad Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mehrauli Badarpur Road, Tughlakabad | lat=28.511944 | long=77.260833 | directions=Bus 411 to Guru Ravi Das Mandir. or from Metro Violet Line 'Govind Puri' South 2.5km | phone=+91 2604 5671 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2511605 | lastedit=2025-09-08 | content=Massive fortress built by Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq in the 14th century and was the third city of Delhi. The monstrous ruins of this complex are now overrun by hordes of Langur monkeys. The mausoleum of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq is opposite the fort. }} ===Monuments and memorials=== [[File:Barakhamba Monument.JPG|thumb|Barakhamba]] * {{see | image= | name=Atagh Khan's tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Nizamuddin Complex | lat=28.59097 | long=77.24248 | directions=One and a half km E of {{station|JLN Stadium|violet}} | phone= | fax= | hours= | price=Free | content=The tomb of Atagh Khan who was a general in Mughal emperor Humayun's army. Here is also the '''Nizamuddin Markaz Masjid''' }} * {{see | name=Barakhamba Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Lodhi Rd | lat=28.592510 | long=77.242520 | directions=Nearest Metro Station is Jor Bag, 7th hole of Delhi Golf Course Club | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Barakhamba | image=Bara Khamba ii.jpg | wikidata=Q4858263 | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=The name is derived from the structure's 12 pillars and 3 domes, it houses tombs of the Lodi time. A 14th-century tomb during Lodi time of an unknown nobleman }} * {{see | name=Chausath Khamba | alt= | url= | email= | address=Hazrat Nizamuddin Basti | lat=28.591306 | long=77.241806 | directions=Nearest metro station is Jangpura | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata=Q5088366 | lastedit=2022-09-09 | content=Built by Mirza Aziz Kota, a foster brother of Akbar and an important noble during the time of Jahangir, this building has the tomb of Aziz Kota. The meaning of it is 64 pillars that support the structure. It also has other unidentified tombs. }} * {{see | name=Khan-i-Khana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Nizamuddin East | lat=28.58804 | long=77.24802 | directions=10 minutes from Jangpura metro station. Right north of Barapullah Elevated Rd. Take bus #40, 101, 181, 274, 402, 403, 405, 405A, 408, 409, 410, 411, 429, 436, 438 stop Hazrat Nizamuddin | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=This is a tomb built by Khan-i-Khana in 1598 after his wife's death. He was later buried here in 1627. Khan-i-Khana was a great composer during Akbar's time and belonged to his Navaratna or nine gems. The motif is similar to that of the Humayun's tomb. }} * {{see | name=Mirza Ghalib Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dildar Nagar, Nizamuddin West | lat=28.59129 | long=77.24235 | directions=Right to Atagh Khan's tomb| phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Tomb of poet Mirza Ghalib (1797–1869) located on the Chausath Khamba margins. Also in nearby is the '''Makazi Masjid''' }} * {{see | name=Mubarak Shah's Tomb | alt=Tomb of Muizud Din Mubarak Sha | url= | email= | address=Kotala Mubarakpur | lat=28.572778 | long=77.222778 | directions=Nearest metro station is Lajpat Nagar (2 km east), from which an auto can be taken. Or 700 m south of Sewa Nagar train stop | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Mubarak Shah's tomb.jpg | wikidata=Q41516037 | lastedit=2026-02-20 | content=This tomb was once a massive and popular structure. Built during the Sayyid rule, it was famous during the times of the Mughals and Lodis and highly vandalized during the Revolt of 1857. Only the west and south gate survive and other gates as well as Quranic inscriptions have disappeared. There are several other tombs of the Lodi Dynasty period such as Darya Khan's tomb, Kale Khan ka Gumbad, Bare Khan ka Gumbad, Chote Khan Ka Gumbad and Bhure Khan ka Gumbad, and also a Baoli (step well). }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Ghalib Museum | alt=गालिब संग्रहालय | url= | email= | address=Nizamuddin, Nizamuddin West | lat=28.59242 | long=77.24153 | directions=From Metro Jawahar Lal Nehru Stadium 0.8km East or take a bus 374, 404, 404EXT, 419, 423, 425, 430, 435, 449, 490, 727 to stop 'Lodhi Hotel' walk 200 m east | phone=+91 11 2435 1098 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-Sa 10AM-6PM | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib Museum, New Delhi | image=Ghalib academy 02.JPG | wikidata=Q15961642 | content=This is a museum on the life and times of the 18th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib. On the third floor of the Ghalib Academy building. Also, there is an art gallery where paintings made by famous & eminent artists are on display. }} * {{see | name=India Habitat Centre | alt= | url=http://indiahabitat.org | email= | address=Lodhi Rd | lat=28.58996 | long=77.22455 | directions=Bus 47, 440 or 522 to Lodhi Road Crossing | phone=+91 11 2468 2001 | tollfree= | fax= | image=India Habitat Centre reduced 2.JPG | hours= | price= | content=This centre, though not a museum in the strictest sense of the word, is most noted for its ever-changing art exhibits, plays and films, as well as an international selection of food items in its food court. Only members can use the Dilli-O-Dilli & the Oriental Octopus restaurant, but the American Diner and Eatopia food court are accessible to all. }} * {{see | image= | name=Tibet House | url= | email=thouse@nde.vsnl.net.in | address=1 Institutional Area, Lodhi Rd | lat=28.59032 | long=77.22857 | directions=From JLN Stadium {{km|0.5|km}} W | phone=+91 11 2461 1515 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2462 5536| hours=10AM-5:30PM | price=₹ 10 | content=Established by the Dalai Lama with the aim of preserving the cultural heritage of Tibet. There is a museum, exhibition space and library. }} ===Places of worship=== [[Image:Lotus Temple in New Delhi 03-2016.jpg|200px|thumb|Lotus Temple]] * {{see | name=Bahá'í Lotus Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Lotus Temple Rd, Nehru Pl, Kalkaji | lat=28.553325 | long=77.2586 | directions=metro: {{station|Kalkaji Mandir|violet|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su: Apr-Sep 9AM–7PM, Oct-Mar 9:30AM–5:30PM | price=Free | wikidata=Q940843 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Shaped like a lotus bud with 27 petals, this stunning temple suspended above milky-blue ponds is surely one of the most magnificent monuments ever made from concrete, however, there is very little to see inside. The lush park around is well landscaped but mostly off-limits. }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Dam Dama Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address=Bharat Scouts and Guides Marg | lat=28.594746 | long=77.252574 | directions=near Humayun's Tomb | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Dam Dama Sahib | image=Gurudwara Dumdama Sahib.jpg | wikidata=Q5619950 | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=Sikh place of worship. Built by Sardar Bhagel Singh in 1783. Later a deorhi (Sikh architectural structure) was constructed, including buildings for priests and pilgrims. In 1984, a new building was constructed. Every year thousands of devotees assemble here to celebrate the festival called Hola Mohalla. }} * {{see | name=Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah | alt= | url=https://nizamuddinauliya.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.591306 | long=77.241806 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah | image=Nezamaldin complex 11-2010 (3).JPG | wikidata=Q2983384 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A mausoleum of the Sufi saint Khwaja Nizamuddin Auliya. Considered the nerve centre of Sufi culture in India, the dargah is visited by thousands of pilgrims every week. The site is also known for its evening ''qawwali'' devotional music sessions. The descendants of Nizamuddin Auliya look after the whole management of the dargah. }} * {{see | name=Shanti Stupa | alt=शांति स्तूप / شانتی ستوپ ''Śānti Stūp'' | url=https://delhitourism.travel/millennium-park-delhi | email= | address=Ring Rd, GT Rd, Block A, Ganga Vihar, Sarai Kale Khan | lat=28.602389 | long=77.253444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–7:15PM | price= | wikidata=Q104802923 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A Buddhist monument intended as a symbol of universal brotherhood and peace. }} ====Hindu temples==== * {{see | name=Kalka Mandir | alt=कालकाजी मंदिर ''Kālkājī Mandir'' | url=http://skmpsc.org/ | email=info@kalkamandir.com | address=Mahant Niwas, Shiv Mandir Parisar, Kalkaji | lat=28.549794 | long=77.260708 | directions=metro: {{station|Kalkaji Mandir|violet|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Rituals an Aarti daily 5AM and 7:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q6353337 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Constructed of brick masonry, finished with marble and surrounded by a pyramidal tower. The Central Chamber which is 12-sided in plan with a doorway on each side is paved with marble and is surrounded by a verandah 4 m wide and containing 36 arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Sai Baba Temple | alt= | url=| email= | address=17,Institutional Area, Lodhi Rd | lat=28.58886 | long=77.22972 | directions=Metro Violet: JLN Stadium | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Temple Opens at 5AM. Kakad Aarti 5:15AM. Mangal SNAN 6AM. Noon Aarti at noon. Doop Aarti evening prayer 6:30PM. Shej Aarti at 9:30PM | price= | content=Although there are many Shirdi Sai Baba temples in and around Delhi, the one located at Lodhi Road is the oldest. }} * {{see | name=Sri Sri Radha Parthasarathi Mandir | alt=ISKCON Temple | url=http://www.iskcondelhi.com/ | email= | address=1, Hare Krishna Hill, Sant Nagar | lat=28.558056 | long=77.243333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4500907 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A well-known Vaishnav temple of Lord Krishna and goddess Radha in the form of Radha Parthasarathi. it has robotic shows and multimedia presentations, apart from the traditional temple complex. Lively atmosphere and excellent tasting sweets - and the delicious Govinda's restaurant is on site. }} ==Do== ===Cinemas=== * {{do | name=INOX Nehru Place | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content= }} ===Convention centres=== [[File:Bharat Mandapam Evening View.jpg|thumb|Bharat Mandapam]] * {{do | name=Bharat Mandapam | alt=formerly Pragati Maidan | url=https://www.indiatradefair.com/ | email= | address=Mathura Rd | lat=28.616813 | long=77.243359 | directions=metro: {{station|Supreme Court|blue}} at Gate No. 10 | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bharat Mandapam | image=Pragati Maidan, Hall 6.JPG | wikidata=Q2723163 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=A venue for large exhibitions and conventions in New Delhi, and one of the largest in India, overlooking the Purana Qila opposite gate number 1. It houses exhibition halls, eateries, performance spaces and compounds and hosts over 70 national and international exhibitions annually, with the largest being the India International Trade Fair (IITF). During the exhibitions, entry of visitors is also allowed through Gate No. 4 on Bhairon Marg. Rock shows and plays are held quite frequently. There is also an internal shuttle service for those who do not wish to walk. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=National Zoological Park | alt=NZP | url=http://nzpnewdelhi.gov.in/ | email= | address=Mathura Road | lat=28.5999 | long=77.24496 | directions=Bus 374, 402, 404, 404EXT, 405, 405A, 409, 410, 419, 423, 425, 435, 436, 438, 449 to 'Delhi Public School' or Metro Violet Line 'JLN Stadium' | phone=+91 11 2435 8500 | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-4PM (closed Friday) | price=Foreigner: ₹ 100, Indian: ₹ 20 | wikipedia=National Zoological Park Delhi | wikidata=Q3364809 | content=The Delhi Zoo is a very large and sprawling park dedicated to preserving the rich biodiversity of the country. This park may be the only chance of seeing a tiger or elephant for some travellers. Be prepared to do a lot of walking. }} * {{do | name=Baansera | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.593864 | long=77.261018 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Indraprastha Park | alt= | url=https://delhitourism.travel/millennium-park-delhi | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.601064 | long=77.253511 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6AM–7:15PM | price= | wikidata=Q6026969 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=It includes a children's park, an amphitheatre and a food court. The park was constructed in 2004 by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). }} * {{do | name=Kalindi Kunj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Amrapali Marg | lat=28.545800 | long=77.308600 | directions=metro: {{station|Kalindi Kunj|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalindi Kunj | image=Delhi Rides Main Gate 1.jpg | wikidata=Q6352839 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=A public garden, named after Kalindi (another name for the river and goddess Yamuna), as it is next to the Yamuna River. It consists of the Delhi Eye, a Ferris wheel named after the one in [[London]]. Several tourist attractions are visible from the Delhi Eye. }} * {{do | name=Waste to Wonder Park | alt= | url=https://www.wastetowonderpark.com/ | email= | address=Block A, Ganga Vihar, Sarai Kale Khan | lat=28.592466 | long=77.257043 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-04-26 | content=Opened in 2019, this theme park has replicas of some of the world's wonders including the Colosseum, Taj Mahal, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Great Pyramid of Giza, Eiffel Tower, Christ the Redeemer Statue and the Statue of Liberty. All the replicas are made of industrial waste and scrap. }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium | alt= | url=https://sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in/sai_new/stadiaJln | email= | address= | lat=28.582873 | long=77.23438 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q864849 | lastedit=2023-03-22 | content=India's fourth largest stadium, often called just "Nehru Stadium". Mainly used for athletics and football games but also for concerts. It's the home stadium for the Indian football team. }} * {{do | name=Thyagaraj Sports Complex | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.576944 | long=77.216667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Thyagaraj Sports Complex | image=Netball at CWG 2010, India vs Jamaica.jpg | wikidata=Q3521656 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Central Market | alt=Lajpat Nagar | url= | email= | address=Alankar Cinema Rd | directions=M 'Lajpat Nagar' (violet line), 0.5 km ESE | lat=28.5691534 | long=77.2384359| phone= |tollfree=|fax=| hours= | price=|lastedit=2016-12-04| content=– Mostly clothes, jewellery and homewares. Middle-class Indians do their shopping here. Good prices for clothes, whether ethnic Indian or otherwise. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall Jasola | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.537720 | long=77.282863 | directions=metro: {{station|Jasola Apollo|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ===Clothing=== * {{buy | name=Ansal Plaza | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.56265 | long=77.22448 | directions=in South Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=This mall is a favourite shopping haunt for the local middle/upper class. This is a great place to get bargains on international brand clothing and jeans (as these tend to be 30-50% cheaper than in the West depending on the brand and time of year). Also has many Indian and Western restaurants. International brands such as Guess, Marks & Spencer, United Colors of Benetton, Lacoste and Apple have retail outlets here. }} * {{buy | name=South Extension | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.56856 | long=77.22033 | directions=in South Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Shopping mecca but it is not a single mall. It is spread out over a large area and many international brands have stores here. International brands include the likes of Mango, Nautica, United Colors of Benetton, Levis, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Anokhi | alt= | url=http://www.anokhi.com/ | email= | address= | lat=28.58965 | long=77.25251 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Women's clothing, children's wear, men's wear, and some home goods. In Khan Market and Santushti Shopping Complex with discount store in Nizamuddin East Market (enter gate #9). }} ===Computers=== * {{buy | name=Nehru Place | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.54919 | long=77.25361 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Open M-Sa | price= | wikidata=Q12436136 |lastedit=2022-11-12| content=An IT hardware market complex and a great place to find gadgets at very cheap rates. It is also a huge marketplace for both pirated and original software. Any computer-related accessory can be found here, but parking is a monumental problem. Beware of congestion and pickpockets. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=The Lazeez Hotel And Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address=87, New, Block I, Lajpat Nagar II, Lajpat Nagar | lat=28.56970 | long=77.24434 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-16 | content=Owned &amp: run by members of the Afghani community settled in the area. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{eat | name=28 Capri Italy| alt=former Little Italy | url= | email= | address=28 A, Defence Colony Market | lat=28.571837 | long=77.233341 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Italian restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Amici Cafe | alt= | url=https://andreas.co.in/restaurant/amici/ | email= | address=8, Defence Colony Market | lat=28.573827 | long=77.230014 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4557 2003 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | content=Italian style restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=The Big Chill | alt= | url=https://www.thebigchillonline.com/in | email= | address=5, Kailash Colony | lat=28.552643 | long=77.242043 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2924 1040 | tollfree= | hours=noon-11:30PM | price= | content=Khan Market and East of Kailash, is popular with a young crowd for great smoothies, ice creams, cheesecakes and Italian food. Expect a waiting line during lunch at Saturdays. }} ===Splurge=== * {{eat | name=Side Wok | alt= | url=https://sidewok.in/ | email= | address=Meharchand Market | lat=28.58400 | long=77.22670 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= Mains about ₹400. | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-15 | content=Japanese, Chinese and other Asian food. Some choice of sushi. Beautiful decor. No alcohol. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Amar Inn | url= | email=info@amarinn.com | address=K 102, Lajpat Nagar - II | lat=28.56726 | long=77.24650 | directions= | phone=+91 98 1841 0099 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Single: ₹2,295; Double: ₹3,045-₹4,495 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Reasonable rooms, free internet, but bathrooms badly in need of a refurbishment. All rooms include air freshening dispenser. }} * {{sleep | name=Beaufort Inn | url= | email=info@hotelbeaufortinn.com | address=14 Jangpura Main Mathura Rd | lat=28.58280 | long=77.25090 | directions=near Nizammudin Railway Stn, in heart of South Delhi | phone=+91 11 2437 7475 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹2,500-₹4,000 | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bed & Chaï Guesthouse| alt= | url=http://www.bedandchai.com/ | email=contact@bedandchai.com | address=R-55, 2nd floor, Greater Kailash 1 | lat=28.5483 | long=77.2418| directions= | phone=+91 11 46 06 60 54 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=Dorm bed: ₹850; Single: ₹2,000-3,300; Double: ₹2,200-3,500 | content=Run by two French women. A cozy and modern accommodation, safe for women. Clean and well decorated. Wifi and breakfast included. Fully-equipped kitchen. }} * {{sleep | name=BnB New Delhi Bed and Breakfast | url=http://bnbnewdelhi.com/ | email=info@bnbnewdelhi.com | address=I - 9 Maharani Bagh, adjoining Friends Colony | lat=28.57098 | long=77.26437 | directions= | phone=+91 98 9909 9042 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Single/Double: ₹2,950; Triple: ₹3,250 | checkin= | checkout= | content=House with a cosy family atmosphere. Free wifi, tea & coffee making tray in room, DVD player with bollywood and hollywood movies, games, children movies. LCD satellite TV, refrigerator. All rooms have private bathroom and western toilet with shower. Breakfast is served in dining room. Library includes books on culture, city guide books and India guide books in lounge area. }} * {{sleep | name=Home@F37 | url=http://www.f37.in/ | email=info.home@f37.in | address=F 37 East of Kailash, South Delhi | lat=28.55525 | long=77.24333 | directions=200 m from Kailash Colony metro station | phone=+91 11 4669 0200 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Single: ₹2,700; Double: ₹3,000, breakfast included | checkin= | checkout= | content=Renovated rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=The Hosteller New Delhi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.570906 | long=77.259904 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111119699 | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Moustache Hostel| alt= | url=http://www.moustachehostel.com/ | email=delhi@moustachehostel.com | address=S-25, Greater Kailash Part 1| lat=28.5660 | long=77.2710 | directions= | phone=+91 11 40793437 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=Dorm bed: ₹600 | content=The most recommended hostel in Delhi. Dorms have air-con with showers and lockers (bring your own lock). There is a kitchen, washing machine, common room, water filter, wi-fi, PCs, books and guides. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=NUO by jüSTa Greater Kailash | url=https://www.nuohotels.in/ | email= | address=R-53 Greater Kailash I | lat=28.54844 | long=77.23807 | directions= | phone=+91 9590 777 000 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=From ₹3,157, depending on the month | checkin= | checkout= | content=Full service hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Star Grand Villa | url= | email= | address=E - 8, East of Kailash | lat=28.55702 | long=77.24080 | directions= | phone=+91 11 45751111 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹5,500 | checkin= | checkout= | content=All rooms with LCD TV with satellite channels, telephone, mini-bar, coffee/tea maker and Wi-Fi Internet connectivity. }} * {{sleep | name=The Suryaa New Delhi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.561340 | long=77.269830 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402109 | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content= }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Okhla | alt= | url=https://www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/us/en/new-delhi/ndeol/hoteldetail | email= | address=Pocket A, Phase I, Okhla | lat=28.528620 | long=77.272030 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4646 2000 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price=₹15,100 | wikidata=Q111402082 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Eros Hotel New Delhi, Nehru Place | alt= | url=http://www.eroshotels.co.in | email= | address= | lat=28.550110 | long=77.248890 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4122 3344 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q112002909 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=The Lodhi | alt= | url=http://www.thelodhi.com/ | email= | address=Lodhi Road | lat=28.592060 | long=77.238270 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹21,000 | wikipedia=The Lodhi | wikidata=Q111913623 | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A boutique hotel opened in 2009. }} * {{sleep | name=Oberoi Maidens Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.maidenshotel.com | email= | address=7, Sham Nath Marg, Prema Kunj, Civil Lines | lat=28.564448 | long=77.226193 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2397 5464 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Maidens Hotel, Delhi | image=Oberoi Maidens Hotel, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q6735451 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1903. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.56303|77.26109}} duffapozsl3uhg7nmz9sh0euoo5k4cz 0 154078 5328612 5326046 2026-08-15T06:24:55Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328612 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6655|77.233|zoom=13|width=400|height=550|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in Old Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} fcslmjjmwf1hfg7hqkjp5rbsph79iig 5328614 5328612 2026-08-15T06:26:09Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Civil Lines */ 5328614 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6655|77.233|zoom=13|width=400|height=550|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in Old Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} ek7h1epu49q0dlm8gkv8clppygzomto 5328657 5328614 2026-08-15T07:13:33Z Sbb1413 2217354 5328657 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. In addition, this district covers '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād''), a medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan pillars which were brought to Delhi by Firuz Shah Tughlaq. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6655|77.233|zoom=13|width=400|height=550|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in Old Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} 09sfnx97ud2aynhev5ran86vgyycnvw 5328660 5328657 2026-08-15T07:14:09Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Kamala Nehru Ridge */ 5328660 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. In addition, this district covers '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād''), a medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan pillars which were brought to Delhi by Firuz Shah Tughlaq. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6655|77.233|zoom=13|width=400|height=550|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in Old Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} hixa7ocq3ck96vr6cy4nwom61znbjir 5328662 5328660 2026-08-15T07:14:40Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Budget */ 5328662 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. In addition, this district covers '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād''), a medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan pillars which were brought to Delhi by Firuz Shah Tughlaq. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6655|77.233|zoom=13|width=400|height=550|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in Old Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} mxfyiaourf6019mnsaho6u49zth5akl 5328665 5328662 2026-08-15T07:15:19Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Bazaars */ 5328665 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. In addition, this district covers '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād''), a medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. 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See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} rttcibr4k254sliukacb45ury04fpai 5328668 5328665 2026-08-15T07:17:35Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328668 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. In addition, this district covers '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād''), a medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan pillars which were brought to Delhi by Firuz Shah Tughlaq. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.649|77.241|zoom=14|width=550|height=600|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} d0rde59pzm671umlkvmugdyocn4k4tc 5328669 5328668 2026-08-15T07:18:26Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* By rickshaw */ 5328669 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. In addition, this district covers '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād''), a medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan pillars which were brought to Delhi by Firuz Shah Tughlaq. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.649|77.241|zoom=14|width=550|height=600|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Old Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} btdgiujpvd3ndyw8wksu363ft2l3usb 5328673 5328669 2026-08-15T07:21:18Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328673 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. In addition, this district covers '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād''), a medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan pillars which were brought to Delhi by Firuz Shah Tughlaq. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6498|77.2411|zoom=14|width=550|height=580|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Old Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} b6rhdils37havzg22c319g7k3dy9kks 5328674 5328673 2026-08-15T07:22:13Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328674 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Old Delhi|unesco_whs=yes}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|300px|The Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') is the Mughal-era walled city that comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]]. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan as '''Shahjahanabad''' (शाहजहानाबाद ''Shāhjahānābād''), Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' and the '''Jama Masjid''', as well as '''Chandni Chowk''', a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. In addition, this district covers '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād''), a medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan pillars which were brought to Delhi by Firuz Shah Tughlaq. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6498|77.24105|zoom=14|width=540|height=580|name=Map of Old Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6448,77.2210|28.6452,77.2236|28.6443,77.2238|28.6437,77.2238|28.6435,77.2238|28.6380,77.2233|28.6378,77.2233|28.6364,77.2224|28.6353,77.2234|28.6343,77.2246|28.6295,77.2348|28.6260,77.2409|28.6253,77.2422|28.6241,77.2436|28.6221,77.2453|28.6208,77.2461|28.6160,77.2477|28.6148,77.2485|28.6143,77.2491|28.6136,77.2502|28.6133,77.2514|28.6133,77.2524|28.6134,77.2541|28.6138,77.2559|28.6144,77.2558|28.6163,77.2554|28.6191,77.2548|28.6205,77.2544|28.6228,77.2538|28.6241,77.2537|28.6255,77.2539|28.6287,77.2546|28.6297,77.2553|28.6327,77.2580|28.6353,77.2601|28.6378,77.2617|28.6402,77.2628|28.6438,77.2639|28.6453,77.2640|28.6469,77.2640|28.6493,77.2635|28.6521,77.2627|28.6534,77.2621|28.6552,77.2613|28.6575,77.2598|28.6584,77.2591|28.6592,77.2583|28.6601,77.2567|28.6605,77.2558|28.6608,77.2549|28.6612,77.2531|28.6620,77.2496|28.6626,77.2475|28.6628,77.2459|28.6632,77.2435|28.6636,77.2416|28.6641,77.2404|28.6649,77.2393|28.6663,77.2378|28.6670,77.2372|28.6681,77.2363|28.6690,77.2358|28.6704,77.2353|28.6710,77.2351|28.6712,77.2351|28.6706,77.2335|28.6692,77.2282|28.6689,77.2274|28.6687,77.2270|28.6686,77.2271|28.6684,77.2272|28.6682,77.2273|28.6681,77.2273|28.6680,77.2273|28.6679,77.2273|28.6679,77.2272|28.6678,77.2272|28.6677,77.2273|28.6676,77.2274|28.6672,77.2275|28.6670,77.2275|28.6669,77.2274|28.6668,77.2274|28.6667,77.2273|28.6667,77.2271|28.6666,77.2267|28.6666,77.2265|28.6665,77.2259|28.6664,77.2248|28.6661,77.2224|28.6660,77.2221|28.6660,77.2217|28.6660,77.2213|28.6659,77.2205|28.6658,77.2201|28.6656,77.2196|28.6655,77.2193|28.6653,77.2190|28.6651,77.2187|28.6648,77.2185|28.6637,77.2180|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6617,77.2183|28.6533,77.2191|28.6530,77.2191|28.6528,77.2192|28.6525,77.2193|28.6521,77.2195|28.6474,77.2228|28.6464,77.2209|28.6448,77.2210}} ===By train=== * {{go | name={{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661816 | long=77.228356 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Junction railway station | image=Old Delhi Railway Station.jpg | wikidata=Q3633132 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The sole station serving Old Delhi, and the terminal of many Delhi-bound express trains. See [[Delhi#Q3633132|the main listing]]. }} ===By bus=== * {{go | name=Maharana Pratap ISBT | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address=Kashmere Gate | lat=28.668643 | long=77.229473 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminus | image=Maharana Pratap ISBT Entrance.jpg | wikidata=Q24718484 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects the city to the rest of India. Old Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange) also connects Old Delhi to the rest of the city. }} Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in Old Delhi. Blue-line (orange) private buses are also in operation. ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Old Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrances are the '''Lahore Gate''' on the west side, and the '''Delhi Gate''' on the southern side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hours in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the metro to {{station|Chawri Bazaar|yellow}} and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20), even though {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} is a better option, as the latter bypasses the bazaar entirely. The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * {{see | name=Chhatta Chowk | alt=Covered Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655800 | long=77.239300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Chhatta Chowk | image=Bazaar in Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16208863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. }} * {{see | name=Daawat Khana | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Basic meals around ₹60, drinks ₹10-20 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a teahouse by the British, a function it continues today. It also has the cleanest toilets around. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Am | alt=Hall of Public Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.242300 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Am (Red Fort) | image=India-0071 - Flickr - archer10 (Dennis).jpg | wikidata=Q16829863 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. }} * {{see | name=Diwan-i-Khas | alt=Hall of Private Audience | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656400 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Diwan-i-Khas (Red Fort) | image=20191203 Diwan-i-Khas, Red Fort, Delhi 0503 6358 DxO.jpg | wikidata=Q16829867 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. }} * {{see | name=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | alt=Life-Bestowing Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657800 | long=77.242600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hayat Bakhsh Bagh | wikidata=Q16841756 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. }} * {{see | name=Hira Mahal | alt=Diamond Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.657300 | long=77.243700 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hira Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Hira Mahal - North-west View - Red Fort - Delhi 2014-05-13 3395.JPG | wikidata=Q16843423 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Khas Mahal | alt=Private Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656100 | long=77.243600 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Khas Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Khas Mahal Red Fort.jpg | wikidata=Q16852143 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. }} * {{see | name=Moti Masjid | alt=Pearl Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656823 | long=77.243185 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Masjid (Red Fort) | image=Fuerte Rojo Delhi 3.JPG | wikidata=Q2991448 | lastedit=2026-02-26 | content= }} * {{see | name=Mumtaz Mahal | alt=मुमताज़ महल / ممتاز محل ''Mumtāz Mahal'', Jewel Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654500 | long=77.243400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mumtaz Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 8.JPG | wikidata=Q16895550 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=Contained six apartments for emperor's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. }} * {{see | name=Rang Mahal | alt=Colour Palace | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655700 | long=77.243500 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Rang Mahal (Red Fort) | image=Red Fort 04.jpg | wikidata=Q16899120 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The residence of the emperor's main wife. }} * {{see | name=Swatantra Sangram Museum | alt=Museum of the Independence Movement | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the 1857 rebellion all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. }} * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} ===Chandni Chowk=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianised in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. The Chandni Chowk area is served by the {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} metro station. * {{see | name=Bhai Mati Das Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=1936, HC Sen Marg, Bhagirath Palace | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Central Baptist Church | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656225 | long=77.233720 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Central Baptist Church, Delhi 04.jpg | wikidata=Q5060428 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurudwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=Sunehri Masjid | alt=Golden Mosque | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656000 | long=77.231900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sunehri Masjid (Chandni Chowk) | image=Sunehri Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q16900897 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An 18th-century mosque built by Mughal noble Roshan-ud-Daula, during the reign of emperor Muhammad Shah. }} ===Jama Masjid=== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt=जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} ===Ferozabad=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] Ferozabad is a medieval citadel constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of cemeteries. * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635833 | long=77.245278 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi-Topra pillar | image=Ashokan pillar building.jpg | wikidata=Q22806981 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635238 | long=77.245564 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635986 | long=77.244658 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shaheedi Park | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | wikidata=Q133800016 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} * {{see | name=Lok Nayak Jaya Prakash Narayan Memorial Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635817 | long=77.242028 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The memorial complex consists of the Raj Ghat, a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656008 | long=77.246712 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Shakti Sthal | alt=Place of Strength | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.644080 | long=77.248970 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Shakti Sthal | wikidata=Q109421881 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. The site is marked by a large monolithic rock of iron ore, symbolizing the epithet "Iron Lady of India". The rock was sourced from one of the Sundergarh mines of Odisha. }} * {{see | name=Samta Sthal | alt=Place of Equality | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.640355 | long=77.244680 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Kisan Ghat | alt=Farmer's Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639690 | long=77.252120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q125577728 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Veer Bhumi | alt=Brave Land | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.642794 | long=77.250331 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sangharsh Sthal | alt=Place of Struggle | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.639588 | long=77.252825 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Sadaiv Atal | alt=Firm Forever | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654205 | long=77.246703 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=The memorial to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Rashtriya Smriti | alt=National Memory | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.653015 | long=77.246122 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=A small complex with memorials of Zail Singh (seventh President), Shankar Dayal Sharma (ninth President), P.V. Narasimha Rao, (ninth Prime Minister), K.R. Narayanan (tenth President), Chandra Shekhar (eighth Prime Minister), Ramaswamy Venkataraman (seventh President), Inder Kumar Gujral (twelfth Prime Minister) and Pranab Mukherjee (thirteenth President). }} ===Gates=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmere Gate]] The gates of Old Delhi were parts of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. Although the walls were later demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, many of the gates still exist. * {{see | name=Delhi Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.641196 | long=77.240511 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Gate, Delhi | image=Delhi Gate, Delhi 01.JPG | wikidata=Q5253759 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southern gate that now acts as the entrance to Old Delhi from [[New Delhi]]. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Old Delhi. The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ====Ajmeri Gate==== * {{see | name=Ajmeri Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.646111 | long=77.223889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=View of Ajmeri gate.JPG | wikidata=Q12413243 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The southwestern gate built in 1644 with high arched openings, and one of the battlefields of the 1857 rebellion. The road through this gate leads to [[Ajmer]] in Rajasthan, hence the name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. }} * {{see | name=Anglo-Arabic Senior Secondary School | alt=Madrasa Ghaziuddin Khan | url=https://angloarabic.co.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646000 | long=77.222900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary School | image=Anglo arabic main gate.jpg | wikidata=Q4763696 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=The oldest school compound in Delhi, established in 1696 by Ghaziuddin Khan, a general of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. It was one of three major Islamic schools (or madrasas) during the reign of Aurangzeb's successor Bahadur Shah I, and was funded privately. In 1803, the British took control of Delhi from the Marathas, and they found that the school was in use as a Maratha stronghold near Ajmeri Gate. So, the British initially considered destroying it, but later decided to incorporate it as a bastion. The school compound was repaired in 1824, and a government oriental college named Delhi College was established in 1825. The college was relocated in 1849, and the present Anglo-Arabic School was established here in 1889. The school compound also contains a mosque, as well as the tomb of Ghaziuddin Khan, both examples of the late Mughal architecture in Delhi. }} ====Kashmere Gate==== [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmere Gate | alt=कश्मीरी गेट ''Kashmīrī Geṭ'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kashmiri Gate, Delhi | image=Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The [[Kashmir]]-facing gate, and a site of a fierce battle during the 1857 rebellion. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmere Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both sides of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Gandhi Darshan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637756 | long=77.249151 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=National Children's Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt= | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=National Gandhi Museum | image=Gandhi Bedroom.JPG | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Places of worship=== * {{see | name=Akbarabadi Mosque | alt=اکبر آبادی مسجد ''Akbar Ābādī Masjid'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649900 | long=77.237900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Akbarabadi Mosque | wikidata=Q4700472 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The gurudwara is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Shrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi, said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} * {{see | name=Kalan Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.645120 | long=77.230930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Kalan Masjid | wikidata=Q123367092 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ====Churches==== [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] * {{see | name=St Mary’s Catholic Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659737 | long=77.234667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Old Delhi 10.jpg | wikidata=Q114079549 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content= }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} * {{do | name=Dilli Chalo Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.654695 | long=77.244249 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Mahatma Gandhi Park | alt=Company Bagh | url= | email= | address=SP Mukherjee Marg | lat=28.659018 | long=77.227589 | directions=opposite {{station|Delhi Junction|city=india|nr}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=An early British-era garden, later rededicated in memory of Gandhi. }} * {{do | name=Nandi Vatika | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6483 | long=77.2548 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Netaji Subhash Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650148 | long=77.238054 | directions=metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Sadbhavana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.643594 | long=77.246190 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657406 | long=77.233539 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling parathas, where you will find many varieties of parathas. '''Karim restaurant''', near Jama Masjid, established '''1913'''. '''''Old kheer shop''''', established '''1880''', in Chandni Chowk is a dessert delight and haven for foody. '''''Old famous jalebi wala''''',established '''over 140 years ago''', offers famous jalebi, an Indian dessert at affordable price with great taste. '''''Old ameer mithai wala''''',near jama masjid, offers samosa and pakoras, modified grilled sandwiches at affordable prices with '''over 100 years''' of legacy. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * '''''old kheer shop''''',chawri bazaar, Chandni Chowk offers the famous Indian dessert named ''kheer'' with great legacy taste,established in 1880,'''over''' '''140 years ago'''. * '''''old famous jalebi wala''''', offers an Indian dessert named jalebi in Chandni Chowk, established over '''100''' years ago. * '''''old ameer mithai wala''''', near Jama Masjid is another banger sweet and dessert shop that offers wide range of menu options including spicy grilled Indian sandwich called samosa and pakora,established over '''100''' years ago. * '''pandit ji parathe wale''', established over '''140''' years ago,offers paratha, an Indian stuffed bread in Chandni Chowk. * '''Ghantewala''', a sweet shop established in '''1790,''' serves delicious delights and offers wide range of sweets. * {{eat | name=Moti Mahal | alt= | url=http://www.motimahal.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.646500 | long=77.240100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Moti Mahal (restaurant) | wikidata=Q17074715 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Haveli Dharampura | alt= | url=http://www.havelidharampura.com | email= | address= | lat=28.653305 | long=77.232273 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia=Dharampura Haveli | wikidata=Q48730219 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A heritage hotel built in 1887 as a haveli (mansion) around a central courtyard. It has intricate designs of wood work on the rooftops, sculptures and Hindu goddesses engraved in stone and steel, antique balconies intricate stone brackets, balconies, jharoka, red sandstone brackets, floral decorations, motifs, wooden joist flooring and lime concrete flooring, multi foliated arched gateway and arches, carved sandstone facades, large arched openings with elephants and intricate carvings on the main door, wooden doorways using traditional material including lakhori bricks and lime mortar. The present owner of the hotel is Vijay Goel, a politician. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url=http://www.delhipubliclibrary.org | email= | address= | lat=28.659750 | long=77.229778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Delhi Public Library | image=Delhi Public Library.jpg | wikidata=Q5253788 | lastedit=2026-02-25 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} i9mfl2cjo2yn74dbwkrcoqwge713uln 0 154135 5328626 5323146 2026-08-15T06:39:19Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/East Delhi]] to [[Delhi/East]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]]: covers two official districts 5323146 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|BAPS Akshardham New Delhi (cropped).jpg|pgname=East Delhi}} [[File:New Delhi Temple.jpg|thumb|Akshardham Temple]] '''East Delhi''' (पूर्व दिल्ली ''Pūrv Dillī''), on the eastern bank of the Yamuna River, is one of the victims of the city's urban sprawls over the last decades. 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Delhi Akshardham, Swaminarayan Akshardham | url=http://www.akshardham.com | email= | address=off National Hwy 24 | lat=28.6125 | long=77.2773 | directions=metro: {{station|Akshardham|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 9AM-7PM | price=Free entry, guide booklet is ₹5, access to multimedia exhibitions ₹125 | wikidata=Q1849858 | lastedit=2023-05-29 | content=Completed in 2005 by the socio-spiritual organisation BAPS, no expense has been spared in decorating this large and elaborate temple carved of red sandstone. The central monument, built without any steel, houses an 11-ft golden statue of the founder of the Swaminarayan faith, Bhagwan Swaminarayan. The Premvati food court on the grounds serves up fast, cheap, huge but mediocre portions of vegetarian food, ₹75 for a thali. There is a ''strict ban'' on all electronic items, cameras, tobacco and pretty much everything except the clothes on your back. You can leave your belongings in the cloakroom outside. Allow at least three-four hours to explore it all. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Sanjay Lake Park | alt=संजय झील ''Sañjay Jhīl'' | url= | email=info@eodindia.com | address=Gate no 3 Sanjay Lake, Mayur Vihar | lat=28.614167 | long=77.303889 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2275 2443 | tollfree= | hours=10:30AM–7:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q7418449 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A newly built adventure park comprising a range of outdoor activities, from water sports and treetop courses to archery and beach volleyball. The adventure park also has an artificial lake which attracts migratory birds and is surrounded by indigenous trees. }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Sports Complex | alt= | url=http://www.ddasports.com/infrastructure.html | email=yscdda@yahoo.com | address=Master Somnath Marg, Surajmal Vijar | lat=28.6619 | long=77.3101 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2216 4726 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q8048119 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=One of India's best maintained sport complexes. Play over 20 sports and activities including archery, squash, table tennis, aerobics, fencing, yoga, chess and snooker. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=V3S Mall | alt= | url=https://v3small.com/ | email= | address=Vikas Marg, Laxmi Nagar | lat=28.63743 | long=77.28673 | directions=metro: {{station|Nirman Vihar|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;11PM | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=A decent shopping mall. }} ==Eat and drink== The V3S mall has a food court with nine restaurants serving food from different Indian cuisines to global fast food (KFC).<!--according to their website--> ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Joey's Hostel | alt= | url=https://www.joeyshostel.com/joeys-hostel-delhi.html | email=joeyshostel@gmail.com | address=1/49 Lalita Park, Main Vikas Marg, Laxmi Nagar | lat=28.629086 | long=77.274552 | directions=down the road from Blue Line metro station "Laxmi Nagar" | phone=+91 8527222938 | tollfree= | checkin=13:00 | checkout= | price=₹950-1,500 | lastedit=2025-04-16 | content=Breakfast included. The hostel also offers many excursions and events. }} ===Mid-range=== * {{sleep | name=Park Plaza Delhi CBD Shahdara | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/park-plaza-delhi-cbd-shahdara | email=DelhiReservationsCentre@radissonhotels.com | address=Plot 32, Central Business District Shahdara Extension, Vishwas Nagar, Shahdara | lat=28.65905 | long=77.29809 | directions= | phone=+91 1800 1080 700 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2018-08-28 | content=The rooms have a nice interior though lack windows. }} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Mayur Vihar Noida | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.590020 | long=77.298060 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402120 | lastedit=2026-07-13 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Fortune Park East Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/fortunepark-delhi | email=reservations.deled@fortunehotels.in | address=Plot D, Community Centre, Vivek Vihar | lat=28.665385 | long=77.303972 | directions= | phone=+91 011 66400400 | tollfree=+1 800 419 6444, +1 800 102 2333 | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn New Delhi Mayur Vihar NOIDA | alt= | url=http://holidayinn.hotelsgroup.in/holiday-inn-mayur-vihar.html | email= | address= | lat=28.590150 | long=77.297980 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q16892399 | lastedit=2026-07-13 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=IIDL Suites New Delhi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.594120 | long=77.299102 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402123 | lastedit=2026-07-13 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.theleela.com/en_us/hotels-in-delhi/the-leela-ambience-convention-hotel-delhi/ | email=reservations@theleela.com | address=1, CBD Maharaj Surajmal Rd | lat=28.661870 | long=77.302280 | directions= | phone=+91 11 7172 1234 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402165 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The Convention Centre is spread over 70,000 sq. feet and comprises one pillarless hall that can accommodate roughly 3,000 guests in theatre style and offers 13 break-out rooms and several outdoor options. The hotel has 480 guest rooms and suites and 3 separate entrances, allowing multiple conferences and weddings to take place simultaneously. }} * {{sleep | name=Park Inn by Radisson New Delhi IP Extension | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.630274 | long=77.315290 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402146 | lastedit=2026-07-13 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Red Fox | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-13 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.627|77.219}} dbmq45utb9rilio9i86eoiu9aml5gyd 0 154136 5328589 5326043 2026-08-15T05:31:44Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328589 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. It is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. Major attractions include the colonial-era '''Coronation Park''', and the Mughal gardens of '''Roshanara Bagh''' and '''Shalimar Bagh'''. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} ===Gardens and parks=== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ===Religious attractions=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} srg7fbdqa20141o83n4tly9m415a1ql 5328592 5328589 2026-08-15T05:32:37Z Sbb1413 2217354 5328592 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} ===Gardens and parks=== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ===Religious attractions=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} ozimoqo8rabgh9cgl111d6ughaml8g0 5328595 5328592 2026-08-15T05:33:03Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Gardens and parks */ 5328595 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ===Religious attractions=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} ox8x8qnpthqp21ufd9npjflxovdwnoa 5328598 5328595 2026-08-15T05:36:31Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* See */ 5328598 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} 6g4fyplc911gjeyh3rxr48wbmgpii67 5328599 5328598 2026-08-15T05:38:02Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Parks */ 5328599 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} hnjnnjsauin56vfhp7w4npzta8nm66s 5328601 5328599 2026-08-15T05:38:31Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Eat and drink */ 5328601 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} fjoljksahh365em032r1o7smnsne63y 5328603 5328601 2026-08-15T05:40:11Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Buy */ 5328603 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} rxcmjhprzv3qepjrw1ckx961hv5wh1h 5328605 5328603 2026-08-15T05:41:07Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Sleep */ 5328605 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} 1ax1nl89jnl15lz9s8pldwvsjpaj74c 5328607 5328605 2026-08-15T05:41:29Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Splurge */ 5328607 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6924|77.04|zoom=11|width=600|height=640|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} 74hw1ihgr2hm615ynmgnf8hxw9x6b9a 5328609 5328607 2026-08-15T05:44:42Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328609 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.605|77.045|zoom=12|width=550|height=500|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} 6dimz37eyr5rnd9h9e8fragtj6spgea 5328611 5328609 2026-08-15T06:10:19Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328611 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.605|77.05|zoom=12|width=500|height=460|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== There are many metro lines that take you to West Delhi. The Green Line {{rint|delhi|green}} and the Red Line {{rint|delhi|red}} cover the northwestern parts, the Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} 2e9sl93nbtlcja7pdn0z3kpgfz11s7x 5328618 5328611 2026-08-15T06:30:48Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* By metro */ 5328618 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.605|77.05|zoom=12|width=500|height=460|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi, with a connection to the Orange Line as the Durgabai Deshmukh South Campus stop. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} s76lmg7lps6i46v4lkvqk8rcqjf5yay 5328619 5328618 2026-08-15T06:31:52Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* By metro */ 5328619 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.605|77.05|zoom=12|width=500|height=460|name=Map of West Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} i60s00s0l0m1yclnge1t6gay36omrsi 5328631 5328619 2026-08-15T06:41:33Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/West Delhi]] to [[Delhi/West]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]] 5328619 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=West Delhi}} '''West Delhi''' (पश्चिम दिल्ली ''Pashchim Dillī'') consists of various suburbs and planned communities west of [[Delhi]] in [[India]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.605|77.05|zoom=12|width=500|height=460|name=Map of 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===By metro=== The Blue Line {{rint|delhi|blue}} goes across the west-central parts, while the southwestern parts are connected to the Orange Line {{rint|delhi|orange}}. The Pink Line {{rint|delhi|pink}} extensively covers the inner parts of West Delhi. ==See== [[File:Front View of Dwarka Baoli 01.jpg|thumb|Dwarka Baoli]] * {{see | name=Dwarka Baoli | alt=द्वारका बावली ''Dvārkā Bāvlī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.599683 | long=77.044036 | directions=between the Dwarka Internation School and Gangotri Apartments | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5317938 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A stepwell discovered in 2011 under the foliage of thick vegetation and undergrowth and hidden behind a large group of tall trees. The Dwaraka Baoli finds a mention in the list of Maulvi Zafar Hasan of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Maulvi Zafar Hasan documented the list of baolis in 1910 and listed over 100 baolis in and around Delhi. It was listed as the Loharheri Baoli or the Blacksmith’s stepwell. It is a 22-step stepwell or baoli, made of rubble masonry. The well, now covered by an iron grill, is situated on the southern end of the baoli. The side wall contains two sets of recessed arches. It is a small baoli with no ornamentation and not much of general tourist interest. }} * {{see | name=Shri Bharat Kshetra | alt= | url= | email= | address=Najafgarh | lat=28.609725 | long=76.979645 | directions=metro: {{station|Dhansa Bus Stand|grey}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content=Jain temple. }} * {{see | name=Sulabh International Museum of Toilets | alt= | url=http://sulabhtoiletmuseum.org | email= | address= | lat=28.5966 | long=77.0808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18953525 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A rather unusual museum dedicated to the global history of sanitation and toilets. The objective in establishing this museum was to highlight the need to address the problems of the sanitation sector in India. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Yashobhoomi | alt=यशोभूमि ''Yashobhūmī'' | url= | email= | address=Sector 25, Dwarka | lat=28.5551 | long=77.0438 | directions=metro: {{station|Yashobhoomi Dwarka Sector-25|orange}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Yashobhoomi | wikidata=Q85769277 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=The largest convention centre in India and Asia by area, and one of the biggest MICE facilities in the world }} * {{do | name=The Free Spirit Dance Studio | alt= | url=| email= | address=J13/69, Basement, Block J, Rajouri Garden Extension, Rajouri Garden | lat=28.63945 | long=77.11665 | directions= | phone=+91 96430 92737 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 7AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2019-03-26 | content=Dance workshops on Bollywood, Indian folk genres like ''bhangra'' and contemporary Western and fusion genres, including jazz, hip-hop and zumba. }} ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Bharat Vandana Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 20, Dwarka | lat=28.57139 | long=77.05885 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sector 9|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Woodland Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Tagore Garden | lat=28.644607 | long=77.108296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== * {{buy | name=Potters Village | alt=Kumhar Gram | url= | email= | address=Rani Bagh, Kumahar Wali Gali, Parjapat Colony, Bindapur | lat=28.6186 | long=77.0672 | directions=near Uttam Nagar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2020-01-13 | content=A hidden gem of sorts, walking into the village feels like travelling back in time. 700 potter families from all over India live here and make pottery the traditional way. Guided tours are available. }} ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.622181 | long=77.096780 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri East|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The third Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} * {{buy | name=Janakpuri District Centre | alt= | url= | email= | address=Janakpuri | lat=28.63085 | long=77.08165 | directions=metro: {{station|Janakpuri West|blue|magenta}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00AM&ndash;8:30PM | price= | image=Janak Place Shopping Complex.jpg | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Retail hub with shops selling food, apparel, handicrafts and jewellery. }} * {{buy | name=Rajouri Garden Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ring Road, Sharda Puri | lat=28.65161 | long=77.12170 | directions=Metro Blue to 'Rajouri Garden' or Bus 81, 442, 448,448A, 479, 508, 529, 529EXT, 567, 567A, 568, 568A, 569, 569A, 569EXT to stop 'Rajouri Garden' | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=A famous shopping area, the largest mall complex in Delhi. It offers a variety of both national and international clothing brands, such as United Colors of Benetton, Levi Strauss, Marks & Spencer and Bossini. Excellent place to shop for weddings as well as everyday clothing. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=City Centre Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=12, Metro Station Rd, Block B, Sector 12, Dwarka | lat=28.592631 | long=77.041370 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 12|blue}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11AM-11PM | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url=https://www.pacificmalls.in/tagore-garden | email= | address=Najafgarh Rd, Tagore Garden | lat=28.642 | long=77.106 | directions=metro: {{station|Subhash Nagar|blue}} | phone=+91 96500 97011 | tollfree= | hours=11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=One of the leading shopping malls of West Delhi. Over 130 global and Indian brands are here offering all types of fashion and food. There is also a multiplex cinema and bowling arcade. }} * {{buy | name=Vegas Mall | alt= | url=https://vegasmall.in/ | email=info@vegasmall.in | address=Sector 14, Dwarka | lat=28.601200 | long=77.029500 | directions=metro: {{station|Dwarka Sec 14|blue}} | phone=+91 11 6650 2020 | tollfree= | hours=11AM&ndash;10PM | price= | wikidata=Q120075973 | lastedit=2026-02-17 | content=Other than the shopping mall, it has a cinema hall, corporate offices and various restaurants. }} ==Eat and drink== * {{eat | name=Barbeque Nation | alt= | url=http://www.barbequenation.com | email= | address=B-1 623, Opp. District Centre, Janakpuri | lat=28.62870 | long=77.07669 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Offers an option where customers can make their food on their personal grills, which are embedded in each table. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian BBQ starters, a main course buffet, soups, salads, desserts and a variety of liquors. }} * {{eat | name=Om Sweets | alt= | url=http://www.omsweets.in/ | email=care@omsweets.in | address=GL- 23, Jail road, Hari Nagar | lat=28.6278 | long=77.1004 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4578 2222, +91 11 4578 2223 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=9AM - 10:30PM | price= | lastedit=2017-02-04 | content=Both a sweet shop and casual multi-cuisine restaurant with a strong emphasis on quality and hygiene. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} For places to sleep near IGI Airport, see [[Indira Gandhi International Airport#Sleep]]. ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Aman Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=A-40 Vishal Enclave | lat=28.6505 | long=77.1199 | directions=Opposite TDI Mall, Rajouri Garden | phone=+91 11 25921555,+91 11 25113555,+91 11 25468555 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹2,200-3,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Hyatt Centric Janakpuri New Delhi | alt= | url=https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-centric/en-US/delct-hyatt-centric-janakpuri-new-delhi| email= | address=Janakpuri District Center, Janakpuri | lat=28.62881 | long=77.07869 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4612 1234 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Dwarka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 13, Dwarka | lat=28.59576 | long=77.03711 | directions= | phone= | tollfree=1800 108 0333 | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=1 Hotel Exterior View.JPG | wikidata=Q111402179 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka | alt= | url=https://www.radissonhotels.com/en-us/hotels/radisson-blu-new-delhi-paschim-vihar | email= | address=Sector 21, Dwarka | lat=28.558045 | long=77.062498 | directions= | phone=+91 11 6600 3000 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402155 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels | alt= | url=https://www.itchotels.com/in/en/welcomhoteldwarka | email= | address=Sector 10, Dwarka | lat=28.5814 | long=77.05983 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4222 9222 | tollfree= | checkin=3PM | checkout=noon | price= | image=Welcom Hotel - Aerial View - Dwarka - Delhi 2016-08-04 5785.JPG | wikidata=Q111402170 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.6608|77.1008}} i60s00s0l0m1yclnge1t6gay36omrsi 0 155164 5328542 5242458 2026-08-14T22:26:50Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Understand */ Improved, Thanks 5328542 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Market Drayton banner.jpg}} '''Market Drayton''' is a market town in [[Shropshire]], particularly known for its gingerbread. It is on the banks of the River Tern and the Shropshire Union Canal. The town has an active arts and culture scene mainly based around the Festival Drayton Centre. ==Understand== Market Drayton is a market town and civil parish on the banks of the River Tern in Shropshire, England. It is close to the Cheshire and Staffordshire borders. It is located between the towns of Whitchurch, Wem, Nantwich, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newport and the city of Stoke on Trent. The town is on the Shropshire Union Canal and bypassed by the A53 road. Washington, D.C. was established as the national capital in the late 18th century. The city is home to the federal government, including the [[White House]], [[United States Capitol]] and [[Supreme Court of the United States]]. The city is particularly famous for its museums and monuments. Many of the major museums operated by the [[Smithsonian Institution]] offer free admission. Washington is also a diverse city with historic neighbourhoods, restaurants, theatres, parks and a lively cultural scene. ==Climate== Market Drayton was struck by an F1/T3 tornado on 23 November 1981, as part of the record-breaking nationwide tornado outbreak on that day. ==Get in== ==Get around== {{Mapframe|52.9027|-2.4876|zoom=12}} ==See== * {{see | name=Buttercross | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-03-13 | content= }} * {{see | name=Hawkstone Park Follies | alt= | url=http://www.hawkstoneparkfollies.co.uk/ | email= | address= | lat=52.8576 | long=-2.64298 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Hawkstone Park | image=Rowland Hill Monument, Hawkstone Park - geograph.org.uk - 1501487.jpg | wikidata=Q5685294 | lastedit=2017-03-18 | content= }} * {{see | name=Dorothy Clive Garden | alt= | url=http://dorothyclivegarden.co.uk/ | email= | address=Willoughbridge TF9 4EU | lat=52.956 | long=-2.368 | directions=off A51 | phone=+44 1630 647237 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Daily 10AM-4PM | price=Adult £9 | lastedit=2021-04-05 | content=12 acres of woodland gardens. }} ==Do== The Festival Drayton Centre includes a cinema, theatre, and art gallery. It hosts regular live music and comedy and features event cinema beamed in by satellite from the National Theatre and Royal Opera House. The Drayton Arts Festival is held every year in October; its 10th anniversary was due in 2023. ==Buy== ==Eat== Market Drayton is particularly known for its gingerbread though [http://www.imageonfood.co.uk/ Image on Food] is the only bakery remaining in the town that prepares gingerbread traditionally. ==Drink== [http://www.joulesbrewery.co.uk/ Joules Brewery] is the town's local brewery, the brews can be bought at the nearby Red Lion Inn. * {{drink | name=The Hippodrome | alt= | url=https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/shropshire/the-hippodrome-market-drayton | email= | address=Queen St, TF9 1PS | lat=52.906259 | long=-2.485521 | directions= | phone=+44 1630 650820 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-11-09 | content=Built as a cinema, it is now a Wetherspoon's pub. }} * {{drink | name=Red Lion Inn | alt= | url=http://www.joulesbrewery.co.uk/pubs/pub_details.php?id=13 {{dead link|August 2018|December 2020}} | email= | address=Great Hales St, TF9 1JP | lat=52.90354 | long=-2.482481 | directions= | phone=+44 1630 652602 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=Su M-Th 11AM-11PM, F Sa 11AM-midnight | price= | lastedit=2018-03-13 | content= }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Goldstone Hall | alt= | url=http://www.goldstonehall.com/ | email= | address=Goldstone Rd TF9 2NA | lat=52.852260 | long=-2.436077 | directions= | phone=+44 1630 661202 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=B&B double £150 | lastedit=2020-06-17 | content=Charming upscale hotel in Georgian mansion with beautiful gardens, great comfort and dining. No dogs. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== *[[Wem]] *[[Eccleshall]] {{routebox | image1=UK_road_A41.svg | imagesize1=40 | directionl1=NW | majorl1=[[Chester]] | minorl1=[[Whitchurch]] | directionr1=SE | minorr1=[[Newport (Shropshire)|Newport]] | majorr1=[[Wolverhampton]] | image2=UK_road_A53.svg | imagesize2=40 | directionl2=SW | majorl2=[[Shrewsbury (England)|Shrewsbury]] | minorl2= | directionr2=NE | minorr2= | majorr2=[[Stoke-on-Trent]] }} {{IsPartOf|Shropshire}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|52.905|-2.485|zoom=12}} 49dv5yiihwtk0vvnojbyz1yg0f2gug8 0 157204 5328718 5104856 2026-08-15T09:46:36Z Mangilobaby 2432955 /* Get around */ Added a Map 5328718 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Parque Nacional Los Alerces Banner.jpg|unesco_whs=yes}} '''Los Alerces National Park''' is in the [[Chubut]] region of [[Argentina]]. ==Understand== The park is located along the Chilean border and covers 2,630 km². Generally, it is more a drive-through kind of a national park with not much hiking possible. A dusty dirt road is the only option to cross most of the park. Furthermore, it might only be worth visiting if you have never seen mountains, lakes and forests in their combination. Otherwise, the fee is a little overdrawn for a mountain range, one that you can easily visit in Europe for free. ===History=== [[File:Alerce milenario.jpg|thumb|"Alerce milenario", this tree is approximately 2,600 years old]] The park was founded in 1937, and 80 years later it was listed as a [[world heritage site]]. The park is named after the Spanish name for the ''fitzroya cupressoides'', a tall and very long-lived tree species native to the southern Andes. The oldest tree can only be found at a specific spot in the park, reachable by an expensive boat only&mdash;see below. ===Landscape=== ===Flora and fauna=== ===Climate=== ==Get in== The nearest city is [[Esquel]]. ===By car=== Most people get in by car, but the parks dirt roads can be strenuous. ===By bus=== There is a daily bus from Esquel. ===By thumb=== It is pretty easy to get into and through the park by thumb. ===On foot=== Some trails lead into the park from outside. Consult a map like [https://www.openstreetmap.org OpenStreetMap], which many mobile Apps like OsmAnd or Mapy.cz use, to find them and use them together with GPS. ==Fees and permits== Entrance fee is AR$250 for foreign adults. Concession for all others. However, in addition you might need to stack up some money for the pricey boat tours. ==Get around== {{mapframe|-42.8000|-71.7000|zoom=9}} ===By car=== Most people coming here will choose the car. Which is reasonable, because at least half of the national park can only be crossed by a dusty dirt road. ===By boat=== * {{go | name=Ferry station | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-42.73050 | long=-71.75789 | directions=It is a 25-min walk from the carpark | phone= | tollfree= | hours=11:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-03-09 | content=The only way to the park's important sights. Paid parking: AR$20/35/70/100 for 0.5/1/2/3+ hr. }} ===On foot=== There are some trail parallel to the gravel road for half of the park. Otherwise, you will need to walk along the road and will be hulled into dust every time cars pass by. Some trails go inland and require some hiking up and down of 300-500 m altitude. Beside several smaller sightseeing paths of 30-60 min, the only real hiking trail is the one to Cerro Alto from the suspension bridge. ===By bicycle=== Not the most recommended way to see the national park, since all roads along the park are dusty dirt roads. ==See== * {{see | name=Alerce Milenario | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-42.6112 | long=-71.8909 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=AR$1080 by boat per person | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-03-09 | content=Pretty much the only old tree to be found in the national park. Only reachable by boat. }} * {{see | name=Torrecillas Glacier | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-42.6496 | long=-71.9120 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=AR$2800 by boat per person | lastedit=2018-03-09 | content=The glacier of the park. Only reachable by boat. Probably, the glaciers at [[El Chalten]] and [[El Calafate]] are more worth their money. }} ==Do== ==Buy== Villa Futalaufquen after the south/central entrance has a few mercados available. Otherwise, some ranches cater for visitors with basic necessities. ==Eat and drink== Many mid-range and splurge accommodation options as well as managed camp sites also offer restaurants. Consult the obtained park map. ==Sleep== You will receive a map with most accommodation options when you enter the park. ===Camping=== There are many camp grounds available around the park, of which 5 or 6 are for free and quite nice. ===Lodging=== Various mid-range and splurge cabanas and managed huts for people with cars are available within the park. ==Go next== If you are more interested in '''hiking''', head for [[Lago Puelo]] (near [[El Bolson]]) or just Lago Cholila, between which you will find an interesting 97-km hiking trail. {{outlinepark}} {{IsPartOf|Patagonia (Argentina)}} {{geo|-42.872|-71.844}} iwqh9643hrc5x1st70rfnwt2y03udq8 1 166416 5328574 3589816 2026-08-15T00:52:13Z ~2026-43774-27 2436252 /* yes i like africa */ new section 5328574 wikitext text/x-wiki == Name change to Mbombela == Back in 2009, Nelspruit was renamed Mbombela, and this was further established in 2014 by the [https://mpumalanganews.co.za/174366/high-court-rules-favour-nelspruit-name-change/ Pretoria High Court]. And now, with news sources using the city's official name more and more, Mbombela has become the common name to be used instead of the former name, Nelspruit. Today, I closed a requested move discussion on en Wikipedia at [[:en:Wikipedia:Talk:Mbombela#Requested move 18 July 2018|Talk:Mbombela#Requested move 18 July 2018]] and renamed the article to Mbombela. I then proceeded to update Wikidata and categories on Wikipedia and Commons. All that seems to remain is this Wikivoyage page, so if there are no objections, I shall rename this page to keep it in line with other recent page title changes. Your input is welcome''!'' &nbsp;'''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine&nbsp;Ellsworth</span>]]'''''<small>&nbsp;&nbsp;[[User talk:Paine Ellsworth|^{put'r&nbsp;there}]]&nbsp;</small>&nbsp;<small>21:49, 12 August 2018 (UTC) (For my own reference:) [[Wikivoyage:How to rename a page]]</small> :Just to confirm: Mbombela is now the name that's most used in English? If so, yes, change the article's name with a redirect from Nelspruit. But counterexamples include the [[Swaziland]], [[Nagorno-Karabakh]] and [[Bangalore]] articles. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 01:00, 13 August 2018 (UTC) ::Yes, Mbombela is now the name that's commonly used in English. Your examples above result in [[en:w:Swaziland]], [[en:w:Republic of Artsakh]] and [[en:w:Bangalore]]. Since I do not inhabit Wikivoyage, I would feel more comfortable if a Wikivoyage denizen/editor would move the pages, [[Nagorno-Karabakh]] and [[Nelspruit]], if you deem it necessary. I have added the official name to the lead of this page. Thank you for your response''!'' &nbsp;'''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine&nbsp;Ellsworth</span>]]'''''<small>&nbsp;&nbsp;[[User talk:Paine Ellsworth|^{put'r&nbsp;there}]]&nbsp;</small>&nbsp;<small>01:09, 14 August 2018 (UTC)</small> :::You shouldn't feel reticent to move this article if Mbombela is now the most common name in English. That's the test - see [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 01:32, 14 August 2018 (UTC) ::::I made the changes. I hope it was worth it. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 01:41, 14 August 2018 (UTC) :::::I think it was worth it, absolutely. And I like this project! Looks like lots of work has gone into improving Wikivoyage. &nbsp;'''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine&nbsp;Ellsworth</span>]]'''''<small>&nbsp;&nbsp;[[User talk:Paine Ellsworth|^{put'r&nbsp;there}]]&nbsp;</small>&nbsp;<small>12:50, 15 August 2018 (UTC)</small> ::::::Indeed. And I'm glad you like this project. At some point, all mentions of Nelspruit in other articles will have to be changed. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 15:11, 15 August 2018 (UTC) :::::::{{tick}} '''done''' – I worked from the <span class="plainlinks">[https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:WhatLinksHere/Mbombela What links here]</span> page and then did a <span class="plainlinks">[https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?search=Nelspruit&title=Special:Search&profile=default&fulltext=1&searchToken=8uabahc43r0jzu3ke02mhid2d general search]</span> for the old name and found four or five more pages to update. Best to you''!'' &nbsp;'''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine&nbsp;Ellsworth</span>]]'''''<small>&nbsp;&nbsp;[[User talk:Paine Ellsworth|^{put'r&nbsp;there}]]&nbsp;</small>&nbsp;<small>23:44, 16 August 2018 (UTC)</small> ::::::::Thank you. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 15:03, 17 August 2018 (UTC) :::::::::Pleasure''!'' '''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine</span>]]''''' == yes i like africa == yes i do [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43774-27|&#126;2026-43774-27]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43774-27|talk]]) 00:52, 15 August 2026 (UTC) btyx05dknd4y41zqven9d48n8yaxx7a 5328577 5328574 2026-08-15T01:41:21Z Ground Zero 1423298 Reverted edits by [[Special:Contributions/~2026-43774-27|~2026-43774-27]] ([[User talk:~2026-43774-27|talk]]) to last version by [[User:Paine Ellsworth|Paine Ellsworth]] 3589816 wikitext text/x-wiki == Name change to Mbombela == Back in 2009, Nelspruit was renamed Mbombela, and this was further established in 2014 by the [https://mpumalanganews.co.za/174366/high-court-rules-favour-nelspruit-name-change/ Pretoria High Court]. And now, with news sources using the city's official name more and more, Mbombela has become the common name to be used instead of the former name, Nelspruit. Today, I closed a requested move discussion on en Wikipedia at [[:en:Wikipedia:Talk:Mbombela#Requested move 18 July 2018|Talk:Mbombela#Requested move 18 July 2018]] and renamed the article to Mbombela. I then proceeded to update Wikidata and categories on Wikipedia and Commons. All that seems to remain is this Wikivoyage page, so if there are no objections, I shall rename this page to keep it in line with other recent page title changes. Your input is welcome''!'' &nbsp;'''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine&nbsp;Ellsworth</span>]]'''''<small>&nbsp;&nbsp;[[User talk:Paine Ellsworth|^{put'r&nbsp;there}]]&nbsp;</small>&nbsp;<small>21:49, 12 August 2018 (UTC) (For my own reference:) [[Wikivoyage:How to rename a page]]</small> :Just to confirm: Mbombela is now the name that's most used in English? If so, yes, change the article's name with a redirect from Nelspruit. But counterexamples include the [[Swaziland]], [[Nagorno-Karabakh]] and [[Bangalore]] articles. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 01:00, 13 August 2018 (UTC) ::Yes, Mbombela is now the name that's commonly used in English. Your examples above result in [[en:w:Swaziland]], [[en:w:Republic of Artsakh]] and [[en:w:Bangalore]]. Since I do not inhabit Wikivoyage, I would feel more comfortable if a Wikivoyage denizen/editor would move the pages, [[Nagorno-Karabakh]] and [[Nelspruit]], if you deem it necessary. I have added the official name to the lead of this page. Thank you for your response''!'' &nbsp;'''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine&nbsp;Ellsworth</span>]]'''''<small>&nbsp;&nbsp;[[User talk:Paine Ellsworth|^{put'r&nbsp;there}]]&nbsp;</small>&nbsp;<small>01:09, 14 August 2018 (UTC)</small> :::You shouldn't feel reticent to move this article if Mbombela is now the most common name in English. That's the test - see [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 01:32, 14 August 2018 (UTC) ::::I made the changes. I hope it was worth it. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 01:41, 14 August 2018 (UTC) :::::I think it was worth it, absolutely. And I like this project! Looks like lots of work has gone into improving Wikivoyage. &nbsp;'''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine&nbsp;Ellsworth</span>]]'''''<small>&nbsp;&nbsp;[[User talk:Paine Ellsworth|^{put'r&nbsp;there}]]&nbsp;</small>&nbsp;<small>12:50, 15 August 2018 (UTC)</small> ::::::Indeed. And I'm glad you like this project. At some point, all mentions of Nelspruit in other articles will have to be changed. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 15:11, 15 August 2018 (UTC) :::::::{{tick}} '''done''' – I worked from the <span class="plainlinks">[https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/Special:WhatLinksHere/Mbombela What links here]</span> page and then did a <span class="plainlinks">[https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?search=Nelspruit&title=Special:Search&profile=default&fulltext=1&searchToken=8uabahc43r0jzu3ke02mhid2d general search]</span> for the old name and found four or five more pages to update. Best to you''!'' &nbsp;'''''[[User:Paine Ellsworth|<span style="font-size:85%;color:darkblue;font-family:Segoe Script">Paine&nbsp;Ellsworth</span>]]'''''<small>&nbsp;&nbsp;[[User talk:Paine Ellsworth|^{put'r&nbsp;there}]]&nbsp;</small>&nbsp;<small>23:44, 16 August 2018 (UTC)</small> ::::::::Thank you. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 15:03, 17 August 2018 (UTC) :::::::::Pleasure''!'' 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(in this case a water park, theme park, and festival that are all only open for the summer) Also what abo annual festivals?ut [[User:Nova 37|Nova 37]] ([[User talk:Nova 37|talk]]) 15:09, 15 July 2026 (UTC) * please take a look at [[Derby#Events]] to see a nice example of how this can be done. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 15:14, 15 July 2026 (UTC) *:thank you! [[User:Nova 37|Nova 37]] ([[User talk:Nova 37|talk]]) 16:39, 17 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Nova 37|Nova 37]], for something like a water park that is only open in the summer, I usually put that information in the opening hours. See the third item in [[Grinnell#Do]] for an example. For a festival, if there's a settled schedule, I'd probably say something like "Third Saturday in September" (if it's always the same Saturday) or "usually late September" (if the exact date varies). [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:52, 15 July 2026 (UTC) ::thanks! ^^ [[User:Nova 37|Nova 37]] ([[User talk:Nova 37|talk]]) 16:39, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Portugal == vacation in September [[User:Vaykay003|Vaykay003]] ([[User talk:Vaykay003|talk]]) 18:09, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :I'm not sure what your question is, but note that there are a lot of holidays in Portugal compared to the United States (where I am from and where this site is hosted--no idea your location), but September is a bit of a dry spell for national holidays. Depending on where you visit, there are many municipal or regional festivals that could be held. Additionally, September is probably a great time to visit the beach, but it can get a bit chilly, so prepare for warmer or cooler weather. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 21:18, 6 August 2026 (UTC) == How this place works == Hi! I'm a tourist here myself, and enjoying visiting a foreign country. As a Wikipedian who wants to be more of a Wikimedian, do you have any advice? Should I know a place before I edit (stark contrast to Wikipedia's [[w:WP:FORGET|amnesia test]])? Is original research allowed, and is unsourced stuff even considered a problem? [[User:WikipediholicRat|WikipediholicRat]] ([[User talk:WikipediholicRat|talk]]) 21:02, 6 August 2026 (UTC) :Thanks for posting and for being interested in helping. As for advice, I posted {{tl|welcome}} on your talk page, which should give a nice overview (if it doesn't let us know and we can fix it). As for knowing a place, there are certainly small style fixes or formatting things you could change or improvements to the language that you can make anywhere, so it's not necessary to have firsthand knowledge of a destination or topic before editing. That dovetails to your other question about original research: the idea here is that the guide is primarily made up of original research (or at least, that's the most important stuff). So you can add anything you want from your experience that you think is helpful to the traveler and don't need to worry about citations or being neutral. But instead of an NPOV policy, we have [[WV:TOUT]] for instance, that helps moderate our tone. For that matter, the style of writing is much less dry and academic, so you can put some personality and flair into how you write. I hope that's a helpful overview. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 21:17, 6 August 2026 (UTC) :As someone who similarly started on Wikipedia, I recommend reading [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, Wikipedians]] to get started. :In terms of what to edit, try searching up your home city/state, and look for any outdated information. Personally, I have seen many outdated content in [[Singapore]] and its subarticles, and have gone ahead and updated the information. For edits to places where you live, do check out [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, locals]]. :Enjoy your time here! [[User:Hason-LEK-SIN|Hason-LEK-SIN]] ([[User talk:Hason-LEK-SIN|talk]]) 04:48, 8 August 2026 (UTC) == Question regarding bias/factuality == I've found a "Stay Safe" section with a very slanted discussion of history, which reads like it was written by a state security agency or propaganda agency. The way it describes Chechnya is not a typical way that you would read in English (calling them "radicals" and "islamists" rather than more neutral/typical language (such as "Rebels", "revolutionaries", etc). Is this against the rules, if so am I allowed to just change it, or is there a method which I am meant to do. [[Dagestan#Stay safe]] [[User:Chiltern Turbo|Chiltern Turbo]] ([[User talk:Chiltern Turbo|talk]]) 20:36, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :Tone here is not the same as a place like Wikipedia, where they expect a more dry and neutral approach. We can have more engaging and informal writing but we do advise against excesses such as with [[WV:TOUT]]. That said, if you think that the language is needlessly provocative or slanted, then definitely do change it: the goal is that [[ttcf|the traveler comes first]], so if some language is distracting or unhelpful or misleading, it should definitely be changed. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 20:47, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::Yes, much of the language (such as in my original post) follows the dont's of WV:TOUT. Is is against the rules/will it be undone if I change the language to be more neutral (not changing tone, but changing some wordings/removing the substantive praising of russian security forces.) [[User:Chiltern Turbo|Chiltern Turbo]] ([[User talk:Chiltern Turbo|talk]]) 21:09, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :::Excuse me if I didn't answer your question directly: yes, you may change wording to be more neutral. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 21:20, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :Whether a group are rebels or not is definitional, not a function of ideology. If you take up arms against the government, you are a rebel. And Chechnya is in fact ruled by Islamists. I wouldn't think that would be controversial to state, and keep in mind that Wikivoyage does not go by a neutral point of view, but instead [[Wikivoyage:Be fair]] dictates that we should be accurate. That said, if you believe there are inaccuracies that you could uncontroversially edit, go ahead. Otherwise, my suggestion would be for you to start a discussion on the [[Talk:Dagestan]] page (or [[Talk:Chechnya]] if relevant), copying the existing text you'd like to propose changes to and putting your proposed new language below that, so that we can have a specific discussion. :Best, :[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:51, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::Alright, thank you. It also seems contradictory to the large warning at the header, as the header warns of danger/terrorism, whilst the stay safe section says that the "Federal Government . . . has allowed peace to return to Dagestan since 2016-2017". [[User:Chiltern Turbo|Chiltern Turbo]] ([[User talk:Chiltern Turbo|talk]]) 21:06, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :::By all means, update conditions if you know what they are like currently. A lot of that sounds out of date. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:17, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I am not familiar with the area, I was more reading out of interest and saw a lot of language which appears to be slanted (and would potentially turn off many western/non-Russosphere readers). I ask how I would update/get information for it though, and if I would be able to update the language itself - as to remove some of the bloat and to make it feel a bit less state-written (as that was it somewhat appears like to me.) [[User:Chiltern Turbo|Chiltern Turbo]] ([[User talk:Chiltern Turbo|talk]]) 21:23, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :::::@[[User:Chiltern Turbo|Chiltern Turbo]], I suggest that you [[Wikivoyage:Plunge forward]] and do your best. It doesn't have to be perfect on the first try. Maybe someone else will see what you did, and be able to improve it even further. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 22:01, 8 August 2026 (UTC) :Looking at this further it is a whole mess of a "stay safe", and has a crazy level of slant compared to the "respect" section (as if someone had put in their own sanitized version.) :Its facts are completely outdated, its claims are all contradictory - some examples: :* Attacks against police stations and Russian officials were regular events throughout Dagestan until 2013 :* terrorist attacks have become a rare event in Dagestan since 2015. :* has allowed peace to return to Dagestan since 2016-2017 I am currently in the process of rewriting much of that "stay safe" section :[[User:Chiltern Turbo|Chiltern Turbo]] ([[User talk:Chiltern Turbo|talk]]) 23:22, 8 August 2026 (UTC) ::Y'know, this is helpful stuff to raise. But, in contrast to [[user:WhatamIdoing]]'s suggestion to plunge forward, I'd advise you not to make any big changes to these pages. You said yourself that you don't know the area personally, so therefore you don't actually ''know'' the info there is outdated or biased. I second [[User:Ikan Kekek]]'s idea to start discussions on the relevant talk pages, and wait for input from people who do know. Stay safe sections are very important to travellers; they can literally be life and death, so somebody (anybody, not just you) drastically editing them based on a hunch about the 'slant', and not based on actual knowledge, is not something I encourage. --[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 01:59, 9 August 2026 (UTC) :::I did the edit several hours ago following the "plunge" advice, but I have written to the talk page saying a proper rewrite is needed (as my edits were mostly to structure/language, not the advice itself.) I can't attest to local things (like town xyz is unsafe), but I am aware more of the local wars, and that it was very biased - giving attribution to "federal russia" or the police in a very unnatural way. :::I would appreciate however, if you read through my edit and compare to the old. [[User:Chiltern Turbo|Chiltern Turbo]] ([[User talk:Chiltern Turbo|talk]]) 02:16, 9 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I am mostly following what koafv said in terms of edits, the only "new" thing is editing out there have been no terror attacks, and adding that protests in russia need ot be certified, and entering protests in russia, particularly if you are a citizen of a hostile nation towards russia is a bad idea. [[User:Chiltern Turbo|Chiltern Turbo]] ([[User talk:Chiltern Turbo|talk]]) 02:19, 9 August 2026 (UTC) ::::I'll take a look, but I am also not the best person to read and assess your edits, as I do not have much knowledge of the facts with respect to Dagestan and Chechnya, have no travel experience in Russia, and am personally very biased against the Russian regime. Sorry to push back on this, but no, you don't actually ''know'' it was biased or unnatural before; you just suspected it was - perhaps rightly, perhaps not. ::::When it comes to life and death advice, I think we should rely on knowledge (personal knowledge, or knowledge gathered from trustworthy sources via research), rather than hunches. Still, appreciate your collaborative approach. --[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 02:32, 9 August 2026 (UTC) == RE: Travel contents by Arabic . == Hello everyone, First of all , I'm glad to be here in Wikivoyage community and I would like to share my thoughts regarding travel contents and information in Arabic version as I'm from Egypt and solo traveller with my main job as a doctor. but I noticed that the arabic version of travels on Wikivoyage not exists and as I was thinking how I can share on that if applicable as I like travel posting and writing about travels to share informations to be easy accessible to the big Arab track communities. if any brainstorming or ideas I can start and share about , I will be ready. thanks. [[User:Ibn.Batutaa|Ibn.Batutaa]] ([[User talk:Ibn.Batutaa|talk]]) 08:33, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Ibn.Batutaa|Ibn.Batutaa]]. The reason why ar.wikivoyage.org (or arzwikivoyage) doesn't exist yet is because it's still under development in the incubator. You can contribute to it at [[:incubator:Wy/ar/الصفحة_الرئيسة]], and there is a discussion about it at [[m:Requests for new languages/Wikivoyage Arabic]] (though most comments there were made a decade ago). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:36, 11 August 2026 (UTC) as1q7egxa837hqvxrf60pzda0dbt5um 0 167245 5328408 5326254 2026-08-14T16:59:44Z Ypsilon 1806 /* Seat reservation */ trying the Liberec-Brno connection referred to above in the one ticket section https://oneticket.cz/en/search 5328408 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Rail travel in the Czech Republic banner most Míru, Dolní Loučky.jpg}} {{RailTravelEurope}} {{featurenomination|ftt}} [[File:Jednotka 660 101-7 v Kutné Hoře během zkušební jízdy.jpg|thumb|Electric long-distance unit ''InterPanter''.]] The railway system of the [[Czech Republic]] is relatively fast, reliable and very dense. In comparison to [[Western Europe]], train travel is inexpensive and Czech trains are therefore very popular across all social classes. The Czech rail network is one of the densest in the world, and according to some sources it has the most kilometres of railway per square kilometre of surface area of any country. There's a distinction between "main" and "branch" lines dating to their time of construction which usually but not always reflects their current importance. Trains on the most important rail lines reach up to {{kmh|200}}. The journey between the two biggest cities ([[Prague]] and [[Brno]]) takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes. Most trains are operated by the state company '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/default.htm Czech Railways]''' (České Dráhy - ČD). ==Understand== [[File:Map of Czech railways.svg|thumb|right|Czech railway network.]] In the Czech Republic, railways are very important and form the backbone of public transport. The network contains over 9600 km of railway. The first railway - a horse-drawn line linking [[České Budějovice]] in [[Bohemia]] and [[Linz]] in [[Austria]] - started operation in 1827. It was the first railway in continental Europe. Construction of the current mainlines mostly dates to the era before 1870, with most construction afterwards being branch lines or upkeep and maintenance. After the [[First World War]] and the breakup of [[Austria-Hungary]] the Czechoslovak State Railways were established. After the "Velvet Divorce" of Czechoslovakia following the end of the Cold War, the Czech Republic and Slovakia established their own independent but closely cooperating railways. In the modern era, Czech Railways operates the vast majority of trains, although some private operators have been established, forming competition on the railways. Since the breakup of Czechoslovakia, there have been talks about new [[high speed rail]] lines. However, given the relatively small size of the Czech Republic, there would have to be cooperation with neighbouring countries, but enthusiasm, and more importantly funds, do not seem to be forthcoming. That said, the Velim railway test circuit which allows up to {{kmh|230}} for tilting trains is one of Europe's most important sites for testing all types of trains prior to delivery. ==Train types== [[File:Pendolino - ČD Class 680 (2).jpg|thumb|A ''SuperCity "Pendolino"'' on the [[Prague]] - [[Ostrava]] line]] Train operations consist of regional and long-distance services. Regional trains operate everywhere and with them you can get nearly anywhere. Bigger cities usually have long-distance connections to regional capitals. On most railways, trains run frequently. All trains have at least a second-class service. ===General services=== * '''Osobní vlak (Os)''' - regional stopping trains. These can be a rapid transit commuter service or just a local train. You may get a new modern train with first-class or a dirty old train from the Cold War era. * '''Spěšný vlak (Sp)''' - regional fast trains. These do not stop in some small towns and villages and offer the same mix of rolling stock as ''Osobní vlak''. * '''Rychlík (R)''' - long-distance express trains. These are usually modernised or new trains with first-class carriages which usually only stop in bigger cities. * '''Expres (Ex)''' - long-distance higher-quality express trains. These stop in major cities only and sometimes offer a restaurant or bistro coach. * '''InterCity (IC)''' - long-distance highest-quality national express trains. These stop in the biggest cities only and always offer a restaurant or bistro coach. Usually with mandatory seat reservation. * '''EuroCity (EC)''' - the international equivalent of IC, just without mandatory seat reservation. * '''SuperCity (SC)''' - long-distance highest-quality express trains. These use high-speed Pendolino tilting units. With mandatory seat reservation. *'''RailJet (rj)''' - equivalent of EC but these use high-speed RailJet units and have additionally first-plus-class. * '''EuroNight (EN)''' - long-distance higher-quality international night express trains. With sleeping and couchette coaches. Usually with mandatory seat reservation and always with mandatory bed/couchette reservation. * '''NightJet (NJ)''' - equivalent of EN but these use Austrian coaches. ===Private operators=== [[File:RegioJet, lokomotiva.jpg|thumb|A ''RegioJet'' locomotive in [[Prague/West bank of Vltava|Prague-Smíchov]] station]] * '''[https://www.leoexpress.com/en LeoExpress (LE)]''' - long-distance express trains which only stop in the bigger cities. They use the Stadler Flirt unit, and offer first-plus-class and first-class. Seat reservation is mandatory. * '''[https://www.regiojet.com/ RegioJet (RJ)]''' - long-distance express trains which only stop in the bigger cities. They have new and updated coaches, and offer first-plus-class, first-class and second-minus-class. * '''[https://www.arriva.cz/cs/autobusy-a-vlaky/vlaky Arriva (ARR)]''' - regional trains operating in the Central/North Bohemian and Zlín region * '''[https://www.laenderbahn.com/trilex/ Trilex (TL)]''' - usually international, stopping trains operated by [https://www.laenderbahn.com/trilex/ Die Länderbahn] using Siemens Desiro Classic units. * '''TrilexExpress (TLX)''' - usually international, fast trains operated by Die Länderbahn with Siemens Desiro Classic units. ==Tickets== It is important to keep in mind, that '''different operators require different tickets'''. You cannot board an Arriva train with a ticket bought from ČD. In case you accidentally bought the wrong ticket, the conductors can be nice and let tourists travel on, but you shouldn't count on it. In the worst case scenario, you'll just have to buy a new ticket from the conductor. Stations in bigger cities usually have at least one ticket counter for each respective train operator that has a train running through that station. In smaller stations, there can only be a ČD counter or no ticket counter at all. In that case you either have to purchase the ticket on-line or in the train. Tickets bought in trains from the conductor are usually more expensive than tickets bought on-line or at the counter, unless you are traveling from a station that does not have any open counter. ===OneTicket=== [https://oneticket.cz/ OneTicket] is a special type of ticket, that can be used to travel on trains of different operators through the whole Czech railway system. It can be useful when traveling long distances, where switching train operators is more favourable than staying with a single one the whole trip. However they can be more expensive than tickets bought separately, for example a ticket from [[Liberec]] to [[Brno]], that has one transfer from an Arriva train to a ČD train, costs 562 Kč. When bought separately, the ticket costs only 431 Kč. Buying tickets on-line at the respective operator also often gives you the advantage of getting seat reservations free of charge. You can buy it either on-line or physically at counters of the participating operators (they'll have a symbol with ''OneTicket'' on the counter window). General discounts apply (see ''Discounts'' below). When purchased at the counter, the ticket is valid through the whole day (when purchased for immediate use) or from 00:00 on the day of desired start until 23:59. When purchased on-line and a train connection was selected, the ticket is valid 15 minutes before the regular departure time until midnight. OneTicket can be used with these train operators in the Czech Republic (as of 2023): * '''České Dráhy''' (excl. historical, nostalgic and other special trip trains) * '''RegioJet''' (excl. certain international trains, see the [https://oneticket.cz/exceptions exceptions page] for details) * '''Leo Express''' * '''Leo Express Tenders''' * '''GW Train Regio''' * '''Arriva''' * '''Die Länderbahn''' * '''AŽD Praha''' * '''KŽC Doprava''' (excl. trains 18308 and 18309 going from Prague to Mochov and back) * '''Railway Capital''' * '''MBM rail''' (certain trains excluded, see the [https://oneticket.cz/exceptions exceptions page] for details) ===České dráhy=== [[File:ČD Return ticket.jpg|thumb|Return ticket of Czech Railways from [[Říčany]] to [[České Budějovice]] via Čerčany with youth discount.]] When you buy a ČD ticket from station A to station B, you can choose any ČD train of Czech Railways at any time you want to travel. However, you must travel on a given route, for example to get from A to B you must go via C. Some special discounted tickets require you to travel on a specific train. Seat reservations can be bought in addition to a ticket. If you miss the train on which you have a reservation, you can travel on the next one that does not require reservations. ČD offers many different ticket types and here are the important: * '''Flexi ticket''' ''(Flexi jízdenka)'' - normal ticket: from A to B (possibly via C), buy it anytime, travel anytime, valid 1 day. Discounts applicable. * '''Flexi concessionary ticket''' ''(Flexi zvýhodněná jízdenka)'' - special cheaper ticket: the sooner you buy, the cheaper you go (up to 60 days before the day of travel): from A to B (via C), buy it anytime, travel anytime, valid 1 day. More discounts applicable. * '''Bound ticket''' ''(Vázaná jízdenka)'' - special even cheaper ticket available between some cities: the sooner you buy, the cheaper you go (up to 60 days before the day of travel): from A to B (via C), available in e-shop only, valid only on a selected train. More discounts applicable. * '''One-off group ticket''' ''(Jednorázová skupinová jízdenka)'' - normal group ticket: from A to B (via C), first person in group pays full fare, second pays 75%, third and any other person pays only 50%, max 5 people, buy it anytime, travel anytime, valid 1 day. Return variant exists (5% off). * '''All-day ticket''' ''(Celodenní jízdenka)'' - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in the whole of the Czech Republic or just in one region for 1 day; buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. For the whole country you pay 699 Kč, for the regions between 169 and 279 Kč. ====Discounts==== Railways offer different types of discount based on age and other factors. The most important types of discounts are: * '''Children 0-6 years''' - travel for free. * '''Children and youths 6-18 years''' - a 50% discount on all ''Flexi'' and ''Bound'' tickets. * '''Students 18-25 years''' - a 50% discount on all ''Flexi'' and ''Bound'' tickets. You will need to prove that you are student with [https://www.isic.org/ ISIC]. * '''Seniors 65+ years''' - a 50% discount on all ''Flexi'' and ''Bound'' tickets. [[File:Místenky v kupé.jpg|alt=seat reservation|thumb|Someone has a seat reservation for these seats, try to sit somewhere else or you might get kicked out.]] === Seat reservation === Sometimes, it can happen that a random person comes to you and tells you to give up your seat, because they have a ''seat reservation (místenka)'' there. This is common and can be annoying, both for the person who was sitting there and for the person asking. To prevent this, you can buy yourself your own seat reservation. Seat reservation is free if you are buying a domestic ticket online, and costs 35 Kč if bought separately or at a ticket office, or using the "one ticket" website referred to above. The reservation fee is apparently for one leg only, so if your trip would include two legs where a seat reservation is required, you would have to pay 70 Kč for the reservations. If you are crossing borders in the train, seat reservation costs €3 (or equivalent in Kč). As Deutsche Bahn charges €4.50 for seat reservations, you should buy seat reservations for journeys where both the Czech and the German railways sell them through the Czech Railways. If you do not have a seat reservation, you have to give up your seat to a person who has one (you can ask to see it). Sometimes, it is marked above the seat that someone has a seat reservation for a section of the journey (either with a piece of paper or on an electronic display) - in that case, it is better to sit somewhere else. If there is "expresní rezervace" (express reservation) sign, it means that seat reservations for these seats are sold in the meantime between marking seats and train departure - it is possible that someone may request this seat, but it is not very likely. The last case are seats with no marker - reservations should not be sold for these seats, but you can never really count on that. It is good to buy seat reservation usually when travelling more than 2 hours on busiest long-distance trains (usually ''Ex'' lines). Seat reservations can be bought only for long-distance trains. In LE, SC, some RJ and some IC trains seat reservations are mandatory. For ČD trains with mandatory seat reservation, prices are higher. Sometimes ČD train will officially be 'sold out' for seat reservations, but you will be offered a cheaper ticket without reservation, but at your own risk of not sitting through the whole of journey (that could be easy solvable on train just by switching seats). ===International tickets=== In general, Czech ticket prices are cheaper than those of its western neighbours Germany and Austria, so German and Austrian cross border offers are usually aimed at residents of the respective countries and may be somewhat overpriced for the Czech part. That said, they may be rather practical nonetheless. ČD offers many different international ticket types and here are the important: * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28442/ Basic fare NRT]''' (Základní jízdné NRT) - normal international ticket (but quite expensive): from A to B (via C), buy it anytime, travel anytime, valid 4 days. Group and return variant exists. Discounts applicable. * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28628/ First Minute Europe]''' (Včasná jízdenka Evropa) - special international ticket: the sooner you buy, the cheaper you go (up to 90 days before the day of travel), from A to B (via C), available between the Czech Republic and some European countries, valid only on selected international train and then 2 days. Discounts applicable. * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28397/ All-day ticket + Germany]''' (Celodenní jízdenka + Německo) - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in one Czech region and in German border area for 1 day, in Germany valid only in regional trains, buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. Group variant exists. * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28285/ EgroNet ticket]''' (Jízdenka EgroNet) - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in euroregion Egrensis for 1 day, in Germany valid only in regional trains, buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. Group variant exists. * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28639/ Euro-Nisa-Ticket]''' (Jízdenka Euro-Nisa-Ticket) - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in Czech-Polish-German border area for 1 day, in Germany and Poland valid only in regional trains, buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. Group variant exists. * '''[https://www.vvo-online.de/en/tariff-tickets/tickets/elbe-labe-129.cshtml Labe-Elbe ticket]''' (Jízdenka Labe-Elbe) - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in DÚK (around [[Usti nad Labem]]) and VVO (around [[Dresden]]) transport systems for 1 day, buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. Group variant exists. Also, railway operators from other countries such as the following offer many international tickets to the Czech Republic: * [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/angebot/regio/regionale-tickets/bayern/bayern-boehmen-ticket.shtml '''Bayern Böhmen Ticket'''] - valid for one day in the entirety of [[Bavaria]] and a bordering sliver of [[Bohemia]] from [[Liberec]] to [[České Budějovice]]. One traveller pays €28 every additional traveller up to a group of five pays €6.60. Only valid in regional trains on the German side. * [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/angebot/regio/regionale-tickets/sachsen/sachsen-boehmen-ticket.shtml '''Sachsen Böhmen Ticket'''] - €26.50 for one person, €7 for every additional person up to five. Valid in parts of [[Saxony]] and [[Bohemia]] on regional trains. * [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/angebot/sparpreis-europa/tschechien.shtml '''Sparpreis and Supersparpreis Europa Tschechien'''] - from €14.90 (Dresden-Prague) €19.90 (Berlin-Prague) and €29.90 (other trips) has to be prebooked. Only valid on booked train. Only valid on trips including long distance (ICE, IC, EC) trains. * [https://www.oebb.at/en/tickets-kundenkarten/oesterreich-europa/sparschiene/sparschiene-europa/tschechien '''Sparschiene Tschechien'''] - prebooked tickets from [[Austria]] to various cities in the Czech Republic. Starting from €7 for Vienna-Brno. ==Travel== ===At the station=== The station network in the Czech Republic consists of '''railway stations''' (''nádraží'') and '''railway stops''' (''zastávka''). Railway stops provide only basic facilities - usually only a shelter, and sometimes a waiting room with a ticket counter, and have 1 or 2 platforms. On the other hand, railway stations usually provide ticket counters, waiting rooms and shops. The most important stations - main train stations - called '''''hlavní nádraží''''', usually have even more - luggage storage, more shops, more ticket counters and more platforms. Slightly misleadingly, platform (''nástupiště'') and track (''kolej'') are not the same thing in Czechia. For example, in the [[UK]], "platform" has the meaning of one platform edge. In Czechia, "platform" has the meaning of the whole area used by passengers between two tracks (or between the station building and a track), and "tracks" are numbered in the order in which they are placed from the station building, regardless of whether or not they have a platform beside them. Some smaller stations only have one platform by the station building, and several tracks leading outwards from it, which can be walked across once the train arrives (but should not be crossed before it arrives). [[File:Ledovková kalamita 2014-12-02, Praha hl. nádraží (01).jpg|thumb|Departure board at Praha hl.n. during a snow calamity.]] Every station has its own schedule posters with departures and arrivals. The yellow one is for departures (''odjezdy'') and the white one is for arrivals (''příjezdy''). Also, stations have usually electronic departure boards (and sometimes even electronic arrival boards) that usually show category, number, name, line, carrier, destination, direction, time, platform, track and delay of the connection. It also shows if it is a long-distance train or a high-quality train, in which case the category is highlighted in red or white, respectively. If the time is flashing, it means that the train is about to depart. Important terms that might appear on a departure board are: *''spoj zrušen'' = train is cancelled *''spoj jede odklonem'' = train is rerouted *''spoj je nahrazen náhradní autobusovou dopravou'' = train is replaced by a bus replacement service *''spoj ukončil jízdu v ...'' = train ended in ... ===On board=== When getting on board long-distance trains it is good to know where your carriage will stop. You will find that on train composition list at the station. Carriages are usually numbered by 3-digit codes. However, you will only find where in the train the carriage will be, not where on the platform. On the train you can occupy any available seat in the selected travel class, like in many other European countries. Be aware that on long-distance trains it is possible to have seat reservations. Seats are usually numbered by 2-digit codes. Reservations for beds and couchettes are always compulsory. These are the most important types of carriages. Sometimes carriages are mixed with two types (for example a carriage both with 1st and 2nd class). In mixed carriages with 1st and 2nd class, the 1st class section is usually marked with a yellow stripe on the outside of the carriage. * '''1st class carriages''' - offer high comfort of travel. Seat arrangement: 2+1 or 3+0 in compartment coach. * '''2nd class carriages''' - offer normal comfort of travel. Seat arrangement: 2+2 or 4+0/3+0 in compartment coach. * '''Restaurant carriages''' - offer high-quality meals from its own kitchen served in its own dining room. When the train is in Czech Republic, Slovakia or Hungary prices are reasonable, but they are two to three times higher outside these countries. * '''Bistro carriages''' - offer snacks and lower-quality meals in a bar-type room. When the train is in Czech Republic, Slovakia or Hungary prices are reasonable, but they are two to three times higher outside these countries. * '''Sleeping cars''' - offer high-quality over-night travel in normal beds. Bed arrangement: 1-3 beds in one compartment. * '''Couchette cars''' - offer lower-quality over-night travel in normal 2nd class compartment with couchettes. Couchette arrangement: 4-6 couchettes in one compartment. * '''Baggage car''' - some older long distance trains still have baggage cars, in which you can store your bicycles for a fee. Be sure to tell the conductor where you intend to get off the train. ==International connections== [[File:371201 konigstein.jpg|thumb|Czech ''EuroCity'' train on the [[Děčín]]-[[Dresden]] section of the [[Prague]] - [[Berlin]] line.]] The Czech Republic is well-connected with the European railway network. It has a total of 31 railway border crossings with passenger services. Regional and long-distance services provide usually fast, comfortable and reliable international connections. You can easily get to capitals of (not only) neighbouring countries. Sleeping trains (or direct coaches) are also operated to many destinations. You can use [https://jizdnirady.idnes.cz/vlaky/spojeni/ IDOS] to find your connection (do not purchase any tickets from IDOS as they are usually more expensive, buy them directly from the operator). There you can find lists of long-distance international trains, lines and direct coaches. ===Austria=== {{seealso|Rail travel in Austria}} * '''rj "Vindobona"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Vienna]] - [[Graz]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 6 h 45 min, 8 times a day, 1 train ends in Vienna. * '''RJ "RegioJet"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Vienna]], 4 h, 4 times a day. * '''EC "Moravia"/"Polonia"/"Sobieski"''': [[Poland]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Vienna]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 2 h 50 min (Ostrava - Vienna section), every train once a day. * '''Ex "Jižní expres"''': [[Prague]] - [[České Budějovice]] - [[Linz]], line {{rint|cz|ex7}}, 4 h 05 min, 4 times a day. * '''NJ "NightJet"''': [[Germany]] - [[Poland]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Vienna]], 4 h 30 min (Ostrava - Vienna section), once a day, with compulsory reservation. Also, regional trains are operated on [[České Budějovice]] - [[Linz]] line , České Velenice - Gmund - [[Vienna]] line, [[Znojmo]] - Vienna line and on Břeclav - Vienna line. ===Germany=== {{seealso|Rail travel in Germany}} Of the rail lines linking Germany and the Czech Republic only one is electrified (as of 2023) the highly congested but stunningly beautiful Elbe Valley line from Dečin to Dresden. The Czech government has been in talks with Germany since the 1990s to remedy this situation thus far without tangible success. As diesel trains have worse acceleration than electric trains, many lines will be slower than they could be and you might have to change trains where electrification ends. One of the high-speed rail projects advocated for by both the Czech and the [[Saxony| Saxon]] government would entail a tunnel under the Ore Mountains (which would be the longest in either country) to provide a faster link from Dresden to Prague and relieve the congested Elbe Valley line. However, as of 2023 construction hasn't started and it is unclear when - if ever - it will. * '''EC "Berliner"''': [[Prague]] - [[Ústí nad Labem|Ústí n/L]] - [[Dresden]] - [[Berlin]] - [[Hamburg]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 6 hr 45 min, 5 times a day, 2 trains end in Berlin, 1 continues to [[Kiel]]. * '''EC "Hungaria"''': [[Hungary]] - [[Slovakia]] - [[Brno]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Prague]] - [[Ústí nad Labem|Ústí n/L]] - [[Dresden]] - [[Berlin]] - [[Hamburg]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 9 hr 40 min (Brno - Hamburg section), once a day. * '''EC "Porta Bohemica"''': [[Prague]] - [[Ústí nad Labem|Ústí n/L]] - [[Dresden]] - [[Leipzig]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 3 hr 30 min, once a day. * '''Ex "Západní expres"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pilsen]] - [[Regensburg]] - [[Munich]], line {{rint|cz|ex6}}, 5 hr 35 min, 7 times a day. * '''NJ "NightJet"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Poland]] - [[Berlin]], 7 hr 45 min (Ostrava - Berlin section), once a day. Also, regional trains are operated on Klatovy - Železná Ruda - Zwiesel line, Domažlice - [[Cham]] line, [[Cheb]] - Marktredwitz - [[Nuremberg]] line, Cheb - [[Hof]] line, Cheb - [[Plauen]] line, Sokolov - [[Zwickau]]/Plauen line, [[Karlovy Vary]] - [[Johanngeorgenstadt]] - Zwickau line, Chomutov - Annaberg-Buchholz - [[Chemnitz]] line, [[Děčín]] - [[Bad Schandau]] line, Rumburk - Bad Schandau line, Seifhennersdorf - Varnsdorf - [[Zittau]] line and on [[Liberec]] - Zittau - [[Dresden]] line. Many of those lines cross mountain ranges (the Czech-German border largely coincides with mountain ranges), but perhaps the most notable one is the line via Johanngeorgenstadt which at its time of construction was called the "Ore Mountain [[Semmering]]". This line is indeed both steeper and reaches a higher altitude than its Austrian namesake. However, unlike its more famous namesake it never carried long distance mainline trains to a significant extent. ===Poland=== [[File:MOs810 WG 35 2015 Dolnoslaskie Zakamarki II (Mieroszow) (2).JPG|thumb|Regional train in Mieroszów station on Meziměstí - Walbrzych line.]] {{seealso|Rail travel in Poland}} * '''EC/Ex "Varsovia"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]] - [[Warsaw]], line {{rint|cz|ex1}}, 8 hr 5 min-8 hr 15 min, 3 times a day, 1 train starts in Ostrava. * '''EC "Cracovia"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Kraków]], line {{rint|cz|ex1}}, 7 hr, once a day, this train also carries direct coaches from [[Hungary]] (via [[Slovakia]] and [[Ostrava]]). * '''EC "Sobieski"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]] - [[Warsaw]] - [[Gdańsk]] - [[Gdynia]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 7 hr 50 min (Ostrava - Gdynia section), once a day. * '''EC "Polonia"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]] - [[Warsaw]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 4 hr 5 min (Ostrava - Warsaw section), once a day. * '''EC "Moravia"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 1 hr 55 min (Ostrava - Katowice section), once a day. * '''EC "Báthory"''': [[Hungary]] - [[Slovakia]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]] - [[Warsaw]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 5 hr (Ostrava - Warsaw section), once a day, this train also carries direct coaches from [[Prague]] (via [[Pardubice]], [[Olomouc]] and [[Ostrava]]). * '''EN "Chopin"''': Bohumín - [[Kraków]] - [[Warsaw]], 6 hr 5 min, once a day, this train also carries direct coaches from [[Austria]] (via [[Ostrava]]) and from [[Prague]] (via [[Pardubice]], [[Olomouc]] and [[Ostrava]]). * '''NJ "NightJet"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Opole]] - [[Wrocław]] - [[Zielona Góra]] - [[Germany]], 5 hr 30 min (Ostrava - Zielona Góra section), once a day. * '''"Ex/EC Baltic Express"''': Prague - Pardubice - Wrocław - [[Gdańsk]] - [[Gdynia]], four times a day in each direction, including one pair of night trains. The whole route takes 9 hrs by daily trains. Night train ride time is 11 hours (Prague-Gdynia) or 12¼ hours (Gdynia-Prague). All long-distance trains in/to Poland are with mandatory seat reservation. Also, regional trains are operated on Tanvald - Szklarska Poreba - [[Jelenia Góra]] line, Trutnov - Sedzislaw line, Teplice n.M. - [[Wałbrzych]] line, Jeseník - Glucholazy - Krnov line, Bohumín - [[Katowice]]/Racibórz line and on Český Těšín - Cieszyn line. ===Slovakia=== * '''EC "Metropolitan"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Bratislava]] - [[Hungary]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 4 ht (Prague - Bratislava section), 7 times a day, 1 train starts in Brno, 1 ends in Bratislava (EC "Metropolitan Slovenská Strela", this train also carries direct coaches to [[Prešov]] via [[Zvolen]] and [[Košice]]). * '''EC "Hungaria"''': [[Germany]] - [[Ústí nad Labem|Ústí n/L]] - [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Bratislava]] - [[Hungary]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 5 hr 35 min (Ústí n/L - Bratislava section), once a day. * '''RJ "RegioJet"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Bratislava]], 3 hr 50 min, 4 times a day. * '''EC "Báthory"''': [[Poland]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Bratislava]] - [[Hungary]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 2 hr 50 min (Ostrava - Bratislava section), once a day. * '''EC/Ex "Ostravan"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]], line {{rint|cz|ex1}}, 5 hr 10 min, 3 times a day. * '''SC "Pendolino Košičan"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - [[Poprad]] - [[Košice]], 7 hr 20 min, line {{rint|cz|scp}}, h, once a day, with compulsory seat reservation. * '''R "Fatra"''': [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - [[Banská Bystrica]] - [[Zvolen]], line {{rint|cz|ex1}}, 4 hr 5 min, 4 times a day, 1 train ends in Banská Bystrica. * '''RJ "RegioJet"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - Vrútky - [[Poprad]] - [[Košice]], 8 hr-8 hr 15 min, 3 times a day, 1 train ends in Vrútky. * '''LE "LeoExpress"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - [[Poprad]] - [[Prešov]] - [[Košice]], 8 hr 20 min-8 hr 35 min, twice a day, with compulsory reservation. * '''Ex "Valašský expres"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Žilina]], line {{rint|cz|ex2}}, 5 hr 25 min, 6 times a day. * '''EN "Slovakia"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - [[Poprad]] - [[Košice]] - [[Humenné]], 12 hr 20 min, once a day, this train also carries direct coaches to [[Poprad]]. * '''EN "Metropol"''': [[Břeclav]] - [[Bratislava]] - [[Hungary]], 50 min (Břeclav - Bratislava section), once a day, this train also carries direct coaches from [[Prague]] (via [[Pardubice]] and [[Brno]]) and from [[Germany]] and [[Poland]] (via [[Ostrava]]). Also, regional trains are operated on Jablunkov - Čadca line, Vsetín - [[Púchov]] line, Bylnice - [[Trenčín]] line, Veselí nad Moravou - [[Nové Mesto nad Váhom]] line and on Břeclav - Kúty line. ==Railway attractions== {{Mapframe|49.741807|15.335125|zoom=7|width=650|height=400}} {{Mapshape|wikidata=Q213}} ===Romantic local railways=== [[File:Laziste (train station) A. VlakVeStanici.jpg|thumb|The living legend of Czech local railways - class 810.]] ''Romantické lokálky'' are railways reminding of ''good old times''. These railways can be nearly considered as a heritage from the second half of the 20th century. They are literally living history as they are not modernized and keeping them in service requires all of the old-school professions that have been replaced by technology on modern railways. Also, trains running on these railways are often nearly historic. Nobody cares about these railways on a nationwide scale. They are usually quite scenic as the trains on them pass through nice countryside. However, the number of those railways is quickly decreasing as regional authorities want to make them modern, safe and comfortable, though it will make them less interesting and adventurous. * {{go | name=Upper Sázava Pacific | alt=Horní Posázavský Pacifik | url= | email= | address= | lat=49.841911 | long=14.956778 | directions=Čerčany - Světlá n/S | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Železniční trať Čerčany – Světlá nad Sázavou | image=Pod Vilémovicemi 3.JPG | content=One of the most well-known local railways. The whole railway lies in the Sázava River Valley in a picturesque hilly landscape. Also, it serves important tourist attractions like [[Zruč nad Sázavou]], [http://www.hradceskysternberk.cz/ Český Šternberk Castle] or [https://www.klaster-sazava.cz/cs Sázava Monastery]. }} * {{go | name=Jindřichův Hradec Local Railways | alt=Jindřichohradecké Místní Dráhy | url= | email= | address= | lat=49.078056 | long=15.181389 | directions=[[Jindřichův Hradec]] - Nová Bystřice | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jindřichohradecké místní dráhy | image=Jindřiš, železnice 03.jpg | content=JHMD is a true narrow-gauge romantic local railway. Heritage diesel and steam trains pass through the forests, fields and meadows of [[South Bohemia]] in a tourist region known as the "Czech Canada". }} * {{go | name=Moldava Mountain Railway | alt=Moldavská horská dráha | url= | email= | address= | lat=50.60078 | long=13.611213| directions=Most - Moldava v/K/h | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Most–Moldava railway | image=Nádraží v Mikulově v Krušných horách (4).jpg | wikidata= | content=This scenic railway in [[North Bohemia]] offers everything from Ore Mountains. Trains depart from industrial city and arrive in beautiful nature. This mountain railway is one of the most romantic in the region. It is very popular both in summer and in winter, as hiking and cross-country skiing are one of the best things that you can do there. }} * {{go | name=Altum Vadum Electric Railway | alt=Vyšebrodská elektrická dráha | url= | email= | address= | lat=48.616063 | long=14.311815| directions=Rybník - Lipno n/V | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=210039 Jenin.jpg | wikidata=Q201179 | content=This local electric railway near borders with [[Austria]] and [[Šumava]] leads to Lipno n/V where the biggest water dam in the Czech Republic was built. It has big both economic and touristic importance. Trains on this route also stop in Vyšší Brod where famous monastery lies. Note, that trains are usually hauled by electric locomotives only in summer. }} * {{go | name=Osoblaha Narrow-Gauge Railway | alt=Osoblažská úzkokolejka | url= | email= | address= | lat=50.243764 | long=17.634146| directions=Třemešná v/S - Osoblaha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Třemešná ve Slezsku – Osoblaha Railway | image=Osoblaha narrow gauge railway CZ 05.jpg | wikidata= | content=This romantic railway in Northern [[Czech Silesia]] is the only narrow-gauge railway operated by ČD. It lies in forgotten countryside under Jeseníky mountains, near borders with [[Poland]]. }} * {{go | name=Bechyně Electric Railway | alt=Bechyňská elektrická dráha | url= | email= | address= | lat=49.3616042 | long=14.5872572| directions=[[Tábor]] - Bechyně | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tábor–Bechyně railway | image=ČD Class 100, Sudoměřice u Bechyně.jpg | wikidata=Q803355 | content=Bechyně railway, winding around small hills in [[South Bohemia]], is the first electrified railway in the republic. In summer, there are regular nostalgic rides. }} ===Abandoned railways=== [[File:Abandoned train station Horní Slavkov zastávka.jpg|thumb|Abandoned train stop on Loket Local Railway.]] A lot of railway lines in the country were put out of service in the second half of the 20th century. Usually due to lack of passengers, cargo or money. Some of them remained almost untouched, only nature (or thieves and vandals) took care of them and they are today very attractive to railway enthusiasts as you can (sometimes with a bit of struggle) walk them through. * {{listing | type=gray | name=Loket Local Railway | alt=Loketská místní dráha | url= | email= | address= | lat=50.1639 | long=12.7738 | directions=Loket - Horní Slavkov | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata=Q802572 | content=This railway is one of the most romantic in the republic, also, it is the oldest local railway in the republic. Unfortunately, the line does not have any services. However, viaducts, tunnels and the railway itself have not been dismantled, although they are in bad condition. }} === Museums === As railway has a strong tradition in the Czech Republic, there are many railway museums. Most of them are small, but some of them are big. The vast majority of them are worth a visit. * {{see| name=Railway museum Lužná u Rakovníka|alt=Železniční muzeum Lužná u Rakovníka|url=http://www.cdmuzeum.cz/en/|email=info@cdmuzeum.cz|address=|lat=50.1455006|long=13.7755703|directions=|phone=+420 313 537 700|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=90 Kč|wikipedia=|wikidata=Q1311784|image=Muzeum Luzna u Rakovnika2.jpg|content=Biggest railway museum in Czechia at former railway depot of [https://www.cd.cz/en/stanice/luzna-u-rakovnika/5453456 Lužná railway station]. Features many steam engines, unique historic locomotives and wagons and more. In summer saison dispatches steam trains, usually to/from [[Prague]]. Interesting day trip from Prague.}} * {{see|name=National Technical Museum|alt=Národní technické muzeum Praha|url=http://www.ntm.cz/en|email=info@ntm.cz|address=|lat=50.0976225|long=14.4248611|directions=tram stop Letenské náměstí|phone=+420 220 399 111|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=Adultsː 280 Kč Seniors/students/ː 150 Kč Children 60 Kč|wikipedia=|wikidata=|image=NarodniTechnickeMuzemPanorama2.jpg|lastedit=2022-12-18|content=A large museum in Prague. Trains are just a part of its exhibition, but the huge steam engine in the main hall is really impressive.}} *{{see|name=Prague Public Transport Museum|alt=Muzeum MHD|url=http://www.dpp.cz/en/urban-mass-transit-museum/|email=|address=|lat=50.0942758|long=14.3882694|directions=Tram station Vozovna Střešovice|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=100 Kč|wikipedia=|wikidata=|image=|lastedit=2022-12-18|content=While not a strictly railway museum, this huge public transportation museum includes many historical tramways and buses. You can go there using historical tram number 41, which goes through the city center and costs only 35 Kč payable onboard.}} === Historical trains and railway events === [[File:Kouř, pára a nostalgie železniční stanice Havlíčkův Brod 172.JPG|thumb|Old and new locomotives at Railway Day]] In Czech Republic, there is a strong tradition of historical train rides and numerous events with historical trains. These usually include steam engines, but also old diesel trains are growing in popularity. Such events are especially popular among families with children and railway fans. You can find extensive events list on Czech Railway fans [http://www.zelpage.cz/kalendar/?lang=en website] or at the [http://www.cdmuzeum.cz/cd-nostalgie/nostalgicke-vlaky/-29707/ official site of Czech Railways], which host many of these events. In summer, there is a historical train running somewhere in Czech Republic every weekend, sometimes from Prague. Company [http://www.kzc.cz/ KŽC] runs historical diesel trains every weekend in Prague and many other places. Online resources are often only in Czech, but you can also ask at Prague Main Railway Station in Czech Railways information office (next to cash desks). * {{listing | name=Railway Day | alt=Den železnice | url=https://denzeleznice.cz/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A huge railway event, at which you can see numerous steam engines, ride a steam train or see the newest trains. This yearly event takes place in September, and usually has one main venue (National Railway Day) and around seven smaller venues (Regional Railway Day). Venues are usually in bigger cities, National Railway Day is in different city every year. }} * {{Listing|name=Children's day in Prague - Braník|alt=Den dětí v Praze-Braník|url=|email=|address=|lat=|long=|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|wikipedia=|wikidata=|image=|lastedit=2019-04-01|content=Every year around Children's day (1st June), there is an event on the railway station Praha - Braník in Prague. You can check some steam engines or ride a historical train in numerous routes.}} {{guidetopic}} {{PartOfTopic|Rail travel in Europe}} {{geo|50.083056|14.435833}} pve9s647va9uet2m60vy6z50tkbvvbc 5328416 5328408 2026-08-14T17:03:28Z Ypsilon 1806 /* České dráhy */ https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/vnitrostatni-jizdenky/-28234/ 5328416 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Rail travel in the Czech Republic banner most Míru, Dolní Loučky.jpg}} {{RailTravelEurope}} {{featurenomination|ftt}} [[File:Jednotka 660 101-7 v Kutné Hoře během zkušební jízdy.jpg|thumb|Electric long-distance unit ''InterPanter''.]] The railway system of the [[Czech Republic]] is relatively fast, reliable and very dense. In comparison to [[Western Europe]], train travel is inexpensive and Czech trains are therefore very popular across all social classes. The Czech rail network is one of the densest in the world, and according to some sources it has the most kilometres of railway per square kilometre of surface area of any country. There's a distinction between "main" and "branch" lines dating to their time of construction which usually but not always reflects their current importance. Trains on the most important rail lines reach up to {{kmh|200}}. The journey between the two biggest cities ([[Prague]] and [[Brno]]) takes around 2 hours and 30 minutes. Most trains are operated by the state company '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/default.htm Czech Railways]''' (České Dráhy - ČD). ==Understand== [[File:Map of Czech railways.svg|thumb|right|Czech railway network.]] In the Czech Republic, railways are very important and form the backbone of public transport. The network contains over 9600 km of railway. The first railway - a horse-drawn line linking [[České Budějovice]] in [[Bohemia]] and [[Linz]] in [[Austria]] - started operation in 1827. It was the first railway in continental Europe. Construction of the current mainlines mostly dates to the era before 1870, with most construction afterwards being branch lines or upkeep and maintenance. After the [[First World War]] and the breakup of [[Austria-Hungary]] the Czechoslovak State Railways were established. After the "Velvet Divorce" of Czechoslovakia following the end of the Cold War, the Czech Republic and Slovakia established their own independent but closely cooperating railways. In the modern era, Czech Railways operates the vast majority of trains, although some private operators have been established, forming competition on the railways. Since the breakup of Czechoslovakia, there have been talks about new [[high speed rail]] lines. However, given the relatively small size of the Czech Republic, there would have to be cooperation with neighbouring countries, but enthusiasm, and more importantly funds, do not seem to be forthcoming. That said, the Velim railway test circuit which allows up to {{kmh|230}} for tilting trains is one of Europe's most important sites for testing all types of trains prior to delivery. ==Train types== [[File:Pendolino - ČD Class 680 (2).jpg|thumb|A ''SuperCity "Pendolino"'' on the [[Prague]] - [[Ostrava]] line]] Train operations consist of regional and long-distance services. Regional trains operate everywhere and with them you can get nearly anywhere. Bigger cities usually have long-distance connections to regional capitals. On most railways, trains run frequently. All trains have at least a second-class service. ===General services=== * '''Osobní vlak (Os)''' - regional stopping trains. These can be a rapid transit commuter service or just a local train. You may get a new modern train with first-class or a dirty old train from the Cold War era. * '''Spěšný vlak (Sp)''' - regional fast trains. These do not stop in some small towns and villages and offer the same mix of rolling stock as ''Osobní vlak''. * '''Rychlík (R)''' - long-distance express trains. These are usually modernised or new trains with first-class carriages which usually only stop in bigger cities. * '''Expres (Ex)''' - long-distance higher-quality express trains. These stop in major cities only and sometimes offer a restaurant or bistro coach. * '''InterCity (IC)''' - long-distance highest-quality national express trains. These stop in the biggest cities only and always offer a restaurant or bistro coach. Usually with mandatory seat reservation. * '''EuroCity (EC)''' - the international equivalent of IC, just without mandatory seat reservation. * '''SuperCity (SC)''' - long-distance highest-quality express trains. These use high-speed Pendolino tilting units. With mandatory seat reservation. *'''RailJet (rj)''' - equivalent of EC but these use high-speed RailJet units and have additionally first-plus-class. * '''EuroNight (EN)''' - long-distance higher-quality international night express trains. With sleeping and couchette coaches. Usually with mandatory seat reservation and always with mandatory bed/couchette reservation. * '''NightJet (NJ)''' - equivalent of EN but these use Austrian coaches. ===Private operators=== [[File:RegioJet, lokomotiva.jpg|thumb|A ''RegioJet'' locomotive in [[Prague/West bank of Vltava|Prague-Smíchov]] station]] * '''[https://www.leoexpress.com/en LeoExpress (LE)]''' - long-distance express trains which only stop in the bigger cities. They use the Stadler Flirt unit, and offer first-plus-class and first-class. Seat reservation is mandatory. * '''[https://www.regiojet.com/ RegioJet (RJ)]''' - long-distance express trains which only stop in the bigger cities. They have new and updated coaches, and offer first-plus-class, first-class and second-minus-class. * '''[https://www.arriva.cz/cs/autobusy-a-vlaky/vlaky Arriva (ARR)]''' - regional trains operating in the Central/North Bohemian and Zlín region * '''[https://www.laenderbahn.com/trilex/ Trilex (TL)]''' - usually international, stopping trains operated by [https://www.laenderbahn.com/trilex/ Die Länderbahn] using Siemens Desiro Classic units. * '''TrilexExpress (TLX)''' - usually international, fast trains operated by Die Länderbahn with Siemens Desiro Classic units. ==Tickets== It is important to keep in mind, that '''different operators require different tickets'''. You cannot board an Arriva train with a ticket bought from ČD. In case you accidentally bought the wrong ticket, the conductors can be nice and let tourists travel on, but you shouldn't count on it. In the worst case scenario, you'll just have to buy a new ticket from the conductor. Stations in bigger cities usually have at least one ticket counter for each respective train operator that has a train running through that station. In smaller stations, there can only be a ČD counter or no ticket counter at all. In that case you either have to purchase the ticket on-line or in the train. Tickets bought in trains from the conductor are usually more expensive than tickets bought on-line or at the counter, unless you are traveling from a station that does not have any open counter. ===OneTicket=== [https://oneticket.cz/ OneTicket] is a special type of ticket, that can be used to travel on trains of different operators through the whole Czech railway system. It can be useful when traveling long distances, where switching train operators is more favourable than staying with a single one the whole trip. However they can be more expensive than tickets bought separately, for example a ticket from [[Liberec]] to [[Brno]], that has one transfer from an Arriva train to a ČD train, costs 562 Kč. When bought separately, the ticket costs only 431 Kč. Buying tickets on-line at the respective operator also often gives you the advantage of getting seat reservations free of charge. You can buy it either on-line or physically at counters of the participating operators (they'll have a symbol with ''OneTicket'' on the counter window). General discounts apply (see ''Discounts'' below). When purchased at the counter, the ticket is valid through the whole day (when purchased for immediate use) or from 00:00 on the day of desired start until 23:59. When purchased on-line and a train connection was selected, the ticket is valid 15 minutes before the regular departure time until midnight. OneTicket can be used with these train operators in the Czech Republic (as of 2023): * '''České Dráhy''' (excl. historical, nostalgic and other special trip trains) * '''RegioJet''' (excl. certain international trains, see the [https://oneticket.cz/exceptions exceptions page] for details) * '''Leo Express''' * '''Leo Express Tenders''' * '''GW Train Regio''' * '''Arriva''' * '''Die Länderbahn''' * '''AŽD Praha''' * '''KŽC Doprava''' (excl. trains 18308 and 18309 going from Prague to Mochov and back) * '''Railway Capital''' * '''MBM rail''' (certain trains excluded, see the [https://oneticket.cz/exceptions exceptions page] for details) ===České dráhy=== [[File:ČD Return ticket.jpg|thumb|Return ticket of Czech Railways from [[Říčany]] to [[České Budějovice]] via Čerčany with youth discount.]] When you buy a ČD ticket from station A to station B, you can choose any ČD train of Czech Railways at any time you want to travel. However, you must travel on a given route, for example to get from A to B you must go via C. Some special discounted tickets require you to travel on a specific train. Seat reservations can be bought in addition to a ticket. If you miss the train on which you have a reservation, you can travel on the next one that does not require reservations. ČD offers many different ticket types and here are the important: * '''Flexi ticket''' ''(Flexi jízdenka)'' - normal ticket: from A to B (possibly via C), buy it anytime, travel anytime, valid 1 day. Discounts applicable. * '''Flexi concessionary ticket''' ''(Flexi zvýhodněná jízdenka)'' - special cheaper ticket: the sooner you buy, the cheaper you go (up to 60 days before the day of travel): from A to B (via C), buy it anytime, travel anytime, valid 1 day. More discounts applicable. * '''Bound ticket''' ''(Vázaná jízdenka)'' - special even cheaper ticket available between some cities: the sooner you buy, the cheaper you go (up to 60 days before the day of travel): from A to B (via C), available in e-shop only, valid only on a selected train. More discounts applicable. * '''One-off group ticket''' ''(Jednorázová skupinová jízdenka)'' - normal group ticket: from A to B (via C), first person in group pays full fare, second pays 75%, third and any other person pays only 50%, max 5 people, buy it anytime, travel anytime, valid 1 day. Return variant exists (5% off). * '''All-day ticket''' ''(Celodenní jízdenka)'' - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in the whole of the Czech Republic or just in one region for 1 day; buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. For the whole country you pay 799 Kč, for the regions between 179 and 319 Kč. ====Discounts==== Railways offer different types of discount based on age and other factors. The most important types of discounts are: * '''Children 0-6 years''' - travel for free. * '''Children and youths 6-18 years''' - a 50% discount on all ''Flexi'' and ''Bound'' tickets. * '''Students 18-25 years''' - a 50% discount on all ''Flexi'' and ''Bound'' tickets. You will need to prove that you are student with [https://www.isic.org/ ISIC]. * '''Seniors 65+ years''' - a 50% discount on all ''Flexi'' and ''Bound'' tickets. [[File:Místenky v kupé.jpg|alt=seat reservation|thumb|Someone has a seat reservation for these seats, try to sit somewhere else or you might get kicked out.]] === Seat reservation === Sometimes, it can happen that a random person comes to you and tells you to give up your seat, because they have a ''seat reservation (místenka)'' there. This is common and can be annoying, both for the person who was sitting there and for the person asking. To prevent this, you can buy yourself your own seat reservation. Seat reservation is free if you are buying a domestic ticket online, and costs 35 Kč if bought separately or at a ticket office, or using the "one ticket" website referred to above. The reservation fee is apparently for one leg only, so if your trip would include two legs where a seat reservation is required, you would have to pay 70 Kč for the reservations. If you are crossing borders in the train, seat reservation costs €3 (or equivalent in Kč). As Deutsche Bahn charges €4.50 for seat reservations, you should buy seat reservations for journeys where both the Czech and the German railways sell them through the Czech Railways. If you do not have a seat reservation, you have to give up your seat to a person who has one (you can ask to see it). Sometimes, it is marked above the seat that someone has a seat reservation for a section of the journey (either with a piece of paper or on an electronic display) - in that case, it is better to sit somewhere else. If there is "expresní rezervace" (express reservation) sign, it means that seat reservations for these seats are sold in the meantime between marking seats and train departure - it is possible that someone may request this seat, but it is not very likely. The last case are seats with no marker - reservations should not be sold for these seats, but you can never really count on that. It is good to buy seat reservation usually when travelling more than 2 hours on busiest long-distance trains (usually ''Ex'' lines). Seat reservations can be bought only for long-distance trains. In LE, SC, some RJ and some IC trains seat reservations are mandatory. For ČD trains with mandatory seat reservation, prices are higher. Sometimes ČD train will officially be 'sold out' for seat reservations, but you will be offered a cheaper ticket without reservation, but at your own risk of not sitting through the whole of journey (that could be easy solvable on train just by switching seats). ===International tickets=== In general, Czech ticket prices are cheaper than those of its western neighbours Germany and Austria, so German and Austrian cross border offers are usually aimed at residents of the respective countries and may be somewhat overpriced for the Czech part. That said, they may be rather practical nonetheless. ČD offers many different international ticket types and here are the important: * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28442/ Basic fare NRT]''' (Základní jízdné NRT) - normal international ticket (but quite expensive): from A to B (via C), buy it anytime, travel anytime, valid 4 days. Group and return variant exists. Discounts applicable. * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28628/ First Minute Europe]''' (Včasná jízdenka Evropa) - special international ticket: the sooner you buy, the cheaper you go (up to 90 days before the day of travel), from A to B (via C), available between the Czech Republic and some European countries, valid only on selected international train and then 2 days. Discounts applicable. * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28397/ All-day ticket + Germany]''' (Celodenní jízdenka + Německo) - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in one Czech region and in German border area for 1 day, in Germany valid only in regional trains, buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. Group variant exists. * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28285/ EgroNet ticket]''' (Jízdenka EgroNet) - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in euroregion Egrensis for 1 day, in Germany valid only in regional trains, buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. Group variant exists. * '''[https://www.cd.cz/en/typy-jizdenek/mezinarodni-jizdenky/-28639/ Euro-Nisa-Ticket]''' (Jízdenka Euro-Nisa-Ticket) - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in Czech-Polish-German border area for 1 day, in Germany and Poland valid only in regional trains, buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. Group variant exists. * '''[https://www.vvo-online.de/en/tariff-tickets/tickets/elbe-labe-129.cshtml Labe-Elbe ticket]''' (Jízdenka Labe-Elbe) - network ticket: unlimited travel during the entire day, valid in DÚK (around [[Usti nad Labem]]) and VVO (around [[Dresden]]) transport systems for 1 day, buy it anytime, travel anytime and anywhere. Group variant exists. Also, railway operators from other countries such as the following offer many international tickets to the Czech Republic: * [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/angebot/regio/regionale-tickets/bayern/bayern-boehmen-ticket.shtml '''Bayern Böhmen Ticket'''] - valid for one day in the entirety of [[Bavaria]] and a bordering sliver of [[Bohemia]] from [[Liberec]] to [[České Budějovice]]. One traveller pays €28 every additional traveller up to a group of five pays €6.60. Only valid in regional trains on the German side. * [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/angebot/regio/regionale-tickets/sachsen/sachsen-boehmen-ticket.shtml '''Sachsen Böhmen Ticket'''] - €26.50 for one person, €7 for every additional person up to five. Valid in parts of [[Saxony]] and [[Bohemia]] on regional trains. * [https://www.bahn.de/p/view/angebot/sparpreis-europa/tschechien.shtml '''Sparpreis and Supersparpreis Europa Tschechien'''] - from €14.90 (Dresden-Prague) €19.90 (Berlin-Prague) and €29.90 (other trips) has to be prebooked. Only valid on booked train. Only valid on trips including long distance (ICE, IC, EC) trains. * [https://www.oebb.at/en/tickets-kundenkarten/oesterreich-europa/sparschiene/sparschiene-europa/tschechien '''Sparschiene Tschechien'''] - prebooked tickets from [[Austria]] to various cities in the Czech Republic. Starting from €7 for Vienna-Brno. ==Travel== ===At the station=== The station network in the Czech Republic consists of '''railway stations''' (''nádraží'') and '''railway stops''' (''zastávka''). Railway stops provide only basic facilities - usually only a shelter, and sometimes a waiting room with a ticket counter, and have 1 or 2 platforms. On the other hand, railway stations usually provide ticket counters, waiting rooms and shops. The most important stations - main train stations - called '''''hlavní nádraží''''', usually have even more - luggage storage, more shops, more ticket counters and more platforms. Slightly misleadingly, platform (''nástupiště'') and track (''kolej'') are not the same thing in Czechia. For example, in the [[UK]], "platform" has the meaning of one platform edge. In Czechia, "platform" has the meaning of the whole area used by passengers between two tracks (or between the station building and a track), and "tracks" are numbered in the order in which they are placed from the station building, regardless of whether or not they have a platform beside them. Some smaller stations only have one platform by the station building, and several tracks leading outwards from it, which can be walked across once the train arrives (but should not be crossed before it arrives). [[File:Ledovková kalamita 2014-12-02, Praha hl. nádraží (01).jpg|thumb|Departure board at Praha hl.n. during a snow calamity.]] Every station has its own schedule posters with departures and arrivals. The yellow one is for departures (''odjezdy'') and the white one is for arrivals (''příjezdy''). Also, stations have usually electronic departure boards (and sometimes even electronic arrival boards) that usually show category, number, name, line, carrier, destination, direction, time, platform, track and delay of the connection. It also shows if it is a long-distance train or a high-quality train, in which case the category is highlighted in red or white, respectively. If the time is flashing, it means that the train is about to depart. Important terms that might appear on a departure board are: *''spoj zrušen'' = train is cancelled *''spoj jede odklonem'' = train is rerouted *''spoj je nahrazen náhradní autobusovou dopravou'' = train is replaced by a bus replacement service *''spoj ukončil jízdu v ...'' = train ended in ... ===On board=== When getting on board long-distance trains it is good to know where your carriage will stop. You will find that on train composition list at the station. Carriages are usually numbered by 3-digit codes. However, you will only find where in the train the carriage will be, not where on the platform. On the train you can occupy any available seat in the selected travel class, like in many other European countries. Be aware that on long-distance trains it is possible to have seat reservations. Seats are usually numbered by 2-digit codes. Reservations for beds and couchettes are always compulsory. These are the most important types of carriages. Sometimes carriages are mixed with two types (for example a carriage both with 1st and 2nd class). In mixed carriages with 1st and 2nd class, the 1st class section is usually marked with a yellow stripe on the outside of the carriage. * '''1st class carriages''' - offer high comfort of travel. Seat arrangement: 2+1 or 3+0 in compartment coach. * '''2nd class carriages''' - offer normal comfort of travel. Seat arrangement: 2+2 or 4+0/3+0 in compartment coach. * '''Restaurant carriages''' - offer high-quality meals from its own kitchen served in its own dining room. When the train is in Czech Republic, Slovakia or Hungary prices are reasonable, but they are two to three times higher outside these countries. * '''Bistro carriages''' - offer snacks and lower-quality meals in a bar-type room. When the train is in Czech Republic, Slovakia or Hungary prices are reasonable, but they are two to three times higher outside these countries. * '''Sleeping cars''' - offer high-quality over-night travel in normal beds. Bed arrangement: 1-3 beds in one compartment. * '''Couchette cars''' - offer lower-quality over-night travel in normal 2nd class compartment with couchettes. Couchette arrangement: 4-6 couchettes in one compartment. * '''Baggage car''' - some older long distance trains still have baggage cars, in which you can store your bicycles for a fee. Be sure to tell the conductor where you intend to get off the train. ==International connections== [[File:371201 konigstein.jpg|thumb|Czech ''EuroCity'' train on the [[Děčín]]-[[Dresden]] section of the [[Prague]] - [[Berlin]] line.]] The Czech Republic is well-connected with the European railway network. It has a total of 31 railway border crossings with passenger services. Regional and long-distance services provide usually fast, comfortable and reliable international connections. You can easily get to capitals of (not only) neighbouring countries. Sleeping trains (or direct coaches) are also operated to many destinations. You can use [https://jizdnirady.idnes.cz/vlaky/spojeni/ IDOS] to find your connection (do not purchase any tickets from IDOS as they are usually more expensive, buy them directly from the operator). There you can find lists of long-distance international trains, lines and direct coaches. ===Austria=== {{seealso|Rail travel in Austria}} * '''rj "Vindobona"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Vienna]] - [[Graz]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 6 h 45 min, 8 times a day, 1 train ends in Vienna. * '''RJ "RegioJet"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Vienna]], 4 h, 4 times a day. * '''EC "Moravia"/"Polonia"/"Sobieski"''': [[Poland]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Vienna]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 2 h 50 min (Ostrava - Vienna section), every train once a day. * '''Ex "Jižní expres"''': [[Prague]] - [[České Budějovice]] - [[Linz]], line {{rint|cz|ex7}}, 4 h 05 min, 4 times a day. * '''NJ "NightJet"''': [[Germany]] - [[Poland]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Vienna]], 4 h 30 min (Ostrava - Vienna section), once a day, with compulsory reservation. Also, regional trains are operated on [[České Budějovice]] - [[Linz]] line , České Velenice - Gmund - [[Vienna]] line, [[Znojmo]] - Vienna line and on Břeclav - Vienna line. ===Germany=== {{seealso|Rail travel in Germany}} Of the rail lines linking Germany and the Czech Republic only one is electrified (as of 2023) the highly congested but stunningly beautiful Elbe Valley line from Dečin to Dresden. The Czech government has been in talks with Germany since the 1990s to remedy this situation thus far without tangible success. As diesel trains have worse acceleration than electric trains, many lines will be slower than they could be and you might have to change trains where electrification ends. One of the high-speed rail projects advocated for by both the Czech and the [[Saxony| Saxon]] government would entail a tunnel under the Ore Mountains (which would be the longest in either country) to provide a faster link from Dresden to Prague and relieve the congested Elbe Valley line. However, as of 2023 construction hasn't started and it is unclear when - if ever - it will. * '''EC "Berliner"''': [[Prague]] - [[Ústí nad Labem|Ústí n/L]] - [[Dresden]] - [[Berlin]] - [[Hamburg]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 6 hr 45 min, 5 times a day, 2 trains end in Berlin, 1 continues to [[Kiel]]. * '''EC "Hungaria"''': [[Hungary]] - [[Slovakia]] - [[Brno]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Prague]] - [[Ústí nad Labem|Ústí n/L]] - [[Dresden]] - [[Berlin]] - [[Hamburg]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 9 hr 40 min (Brno - Hamburg section), once a day. * '''EC "Porta Bohemica"''': [[Prague]] - [[Ústí nad Labem|Ústí n/L]] - [[Dresden]] - [[Leipzig]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 3 hr 30 min, once a day. * '''Ex "Západní expres"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pilsen]] - [[Regensburg]] - [[Munich]], line {{rint|cz|ex6}}, 5 hr 35 min, 7 times a day. * '''NJ "NightJet"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Poland]] - [[Berlin]], 7 hr 45 min (Ostrava - Berlin section), once a day. Also, regional trains are operated on Klatovy - Železná Ruda - Zwiesel line, Domažlice - [[Cham]] line, [[Cheb]] - Marktredwitz - [[Nuremberg]] line, Cheb - [[Hof]] line, Cheb - [[Plauen]] line, Sokolov - [[Zwickau]]/Plauen line, [[Karlovy Vary]] - [[Johanngeorgenstadt]] - Zwickau line, Chomutov - Annaberg-Buchholz - [[Chemnitz]] line, [[Děčín]] - [[Bad Schandau]] line, Rumburk - Bad Schandau line, Seifhennersdorf - Varnsdorf - [[Zittau]] line and on [[Liberec]] - Zittau - [[Dresden]] line. Many of those lines cross mountain ranges (the Czech-German border largely coincides with mountain ranges), but perhaps the most notable one is the line via Johanngeorgenstadt which at its time of construction was called the "Ore Mountain [[Semmering]]". This line is indeed both steeper and reaches a higher altitude than its Austrian namesake. However, unlike its more famous namesake it never carried long distance mainline trains to a significant extent. ===Poland=== [[File:MOs810 WG 35 2015 Dolnoslaskie Zakamarki II (Mieroszow) (2).JPG|thumb|Regional train in Mieroszów station on Meziměstí - Walbrzych line.]] {{seealso|Rail travel in Poland}} * '''EC/Ex "Varsovia"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]] - [[Warsaw]], line {{rint|cz|ex1}}, 8 hr 5 min-8 hr 15 min, 3 times a day, 1 train starts in Ostrava. * '''EC "Cracovia"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Kraków]], line {{rint|cz|ex1}}, 7 hr, once a day, this train also carries direct coaches from [[Hungary]] (via [[Slovakia]] and [[Ostrava]]). * '''EC "Sobieski"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]] - [[Warsaw]] - [[Gdańsk]] - [[Gdynia]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 7 hr 50 min (Ostrava - Gdynia section), once a day. * '''EC "Polonia"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]] - [[Warsaw]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 4 hr 5 min (Ostrava - Warsaw section), once a day. * '''EC "Moravia"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 1 hr 55 min (Ostrava - Katowice section), once a day. * '''EC "Báthory"''': [[Hungary]] - [[Slovakia]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Katowice]] - [[Warsaw]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 5 hr (Ostrava - Warsaw section), once a day, this train also carries direct coaches from [[Prague]] (via [[Pardubice]], [[Olomouc]] and [[Ostrava]]). * '''EN "Chopin"''': Bohumín - [[Kraków]] - [[Warsaw]], 6 hr 5 min, once a day, this train also carries direct coaches from [[Austria]] (via [[Ostrava]]) and from [[Prague]] (via [[Pardubice]], [[Olomouc]] and [[Ostrava]]). * '''NJ "NightJet"''': [[Austria]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Opole]] - [[Wrocław]] - [[Zielona Góra]] - [[Germany]], 5 hr 30 min (Ostrava - Zielona Góra section), once a day. * '''"Ex/EC Baltic Express"''': Prague - Pardubice - Wrocław - [[Gdańsk]] - [[Gdynia]], four times a day in each direction, including one pair of night trains. The whole route takes 9 hrs by daily trains. Night train ride time is 11 hours (Prague-Gdynia) or 12¼ hours (Gdynia-Prague). All long-distance trains in/to Poland are with mandatory seat reservation. Also, regional trains are operated on Tanvald - Szklarska Poreba - [[Jelenia Góra]] line, Trutnov - Sedzislaw line, Teplice n.M. - [[Wałbrzych]] line, Jeseník - Glucholazy - Krnov line, Bohumín - [[Katowice]]/Racibórz line and on Český Těšín - Cieszyn line. ===Slovakia=== * '''EC "Metropolitan"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Bratislava]] - [[Hungary]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 4 ht (Prague - Bratislava section), 7 times a day, 1 train starts in Brno, 1 ends in Bratislava (EC "Metropolitan Slovenská Strela", this train also carries direct coaches to [[Prešov]] via [[Zvolen]] and [[Košice]]). * '''EC "Hungaria"''': [[Germany]] - [[Ústí nad Labem|Ústí n/L]] - [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Bratislava]] - [[Hungary]], line {{rint|cz|ex3}}, 5 hr 35 min (Ústí n/L - Bratislava section), once a day. * '''RJ "RegioJet"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Brno]] - [[Bratislava]], 3 hr 50 min, 4 times a day. * '''EC "Báthory"''': [[Poland]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Bratislava]] - [[Hungary]], line {{rint|cz|ex4}}, 2 hr 50 min (Ostrava - Bratislava section), once a day. * '''EC/Ex "Ostravan"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]], line {{rint|cz|ex1}}, 5 hr 10 min, 3 times a day. * '''SC "Pendolino Košičan"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - [[Poprad]] - [[Košice]], 7 hr 20 min, line {{rint|cz|scp}}, h, once a day, with compulsory seat reservation. * '''R "Fatra"''': [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - [[Banská Bystrica]] - [[Zvolen]], line {{rint|cz|ex1}}, 4 hr 5 min, 4 times a day, 1 train ends in Banská Bystrica. * '''RJ "RegioJet"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - Vrútky - [[Poprad]] - [[Košice]], 8 hr-8 hr 15 min, 3 times a day, 1 train ends in Vrútky. * '''LE "LeoExpress"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - [[Poprad]] - [[Prešov]] - [[Košice]], 8 hr 20 min-8 hr 35 min, twice a day, with compulsory reservation. * '''Ex "Valašský expres"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Žilina]], line {{rint|cz|ex2}}, 5 hr 25 min, 6 times a day. * '''EN "Slovakia"''': [[Prague]] - [[Pardubice]] - [[Olomouc]] - [[Ostrava]] - [[Žilina]] - [[Poprad]] - [[Košice]] - [[Humenné]], 12 hr 20 min, once a day, this train also carries direct coaches to [[Poprad]]. * '''EN "Metropol"''': [[Břeclav]] - [[Bratislava]] - [[Hungary]], 50 min (Břeclav - Bratislava section), once a day, this train also carries direct coaches from [[Prague]] (via [[Pardubice]] and [[Brno]]) and from [[Germany]] and [[Poland]] (via [[Ostrava]]). Also, regional trains are operated on Jablunkov - Čadca line, Vsetín - [[Púchov]] line, Bylnice - [[Trenčín]] line, Veselí nad Moravou - [[Nové Mesto nad Váhom]] line and on Břeclav - Kúty line. ==Railway attractions== {{Mapframe|49.741807|15.335125|zoom=7|width=650|height=400}} {{Mapshape|wikidata=Q213}} ===Romantic local railways=== [[File:Laziste (train station) A. VlakVeStanici.jpg|thumb|The living legend of Czech local railways - class 810.]] ''Romantické lokálky'' are railways reminding of ''good old times''. These railways can be nearly considered as a heritage from the second half of the 20th century. They are literally living history as they are not modernized and keeping them in service requires all of the old-school professions that have been replaced by technology on modern railways. Also, trains running on these railways are often nearly historic. Nobody cares about these railways on a nationwide scale. They are usually quite scenic as the trains on them pass through nice countryside. However, the number of those railways is quickly decreasing as regional authorities want to make them modern, safe and comfortable, though it will make them less interesting and adventurous. * {{go | name=Upper Sázava Pacific | alt=Horní Posázavský Pacifik | url= | email= | address= | lat=49.841911 | long=14.956778 | directions=Čerčany - Světlá n/S | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Železniční trať Čerčany – Světlá nad Sázavou | image=Pod Vilémovicemi 3.JPG | content=One of the most well-known local railways. The whole railway lies in the Sázava River Valley in a picturesque hilly landscape. Also, it serves important tourist attractions like [[Zruč nad Sázavou]], [http://www.hradceskysternberk.cz/ Český Šternberk Castle] or [https://www.klaster-sazava.cz/cs Sázava Monastery]. }} * {{go | name=Jindřichův Hradec Local Railways | alt=Jindřichohradecké Místní Dráhy | url= | email= | address= | lat=49.078056 | long=15.181389 | directions=[[Jindřichův Hradec]] - Nová Bystřice | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jindřichohradecké místní dráhy | image=Jindřiš, železnice 03.jpg | content=JHMD is a true narrow-gauge romantic local railway. Heritage diesel and steam trains pass through the forests, fields and meadows of [[South Bohemia]] in a tourist region known as the "Czech Canada". }} * {{go | name=Moldava Mountain Railway | alt=Moldavská horská dráha | url= | email= | address= | lat=50.60078 | long=13.611213| directions=Most - Moldava v/K/h | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Most–Moldava railway | image=Nádraží v Mikulově v Krušných horách (4).jpg | wikidata= | content=This scenic railway in [[North Bohemia]] offers everything from Ore Mountains. Trains depart from industrial city and arrive in beautiful nature. This mountain railway is one of the most romantic in the region. It is very popular both in summer and in winter, as hiking and cross-country skiing are one of the best things that you can do there. }} * {{go | name=Altum Vadum Electric Railway | alt=Vyšebrodská elektrická dráha | url= | email= | address= | lat=48.616063 | long=14.311815| directions=Rybník - Lipno n/V | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image=210039 Jenin.jpg | wikidata=Q201179 | content=This local electric railway near borders with [[Austria]] and [[Šumava]] leads to Lipno n/V where the biggest water dam in the Czech Republic was built. It has big both economic and touristic importance. Trains on this route also stop in Vyšší Brod where famous monastery lies. Note, that trains are usually hauled by electric locomotives only in summer. }} * {{go | name=Osoblaha Narrow-Gauge Railway | alt=Osoblažská úzkokolejka | url= | email= | address= | lat=50.243764 | long=17.634146| directions=Třemešná v/S - Osoblaha | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Třemešná ve Slezsku – Osoblaha Railway | image=Osoblaha narrow gauge railway CZ 05.jpg | wikidata= | content=This romantic railway in Northern [[Czech Silesia]] is the only narrow-gauge railway operated by ČD. It lies in forgotten countryside under Jeseníky mountains, near borders with [[Poland]]. }} * {{go | name=Bechyně Electric Railway | alt=Bechyňská elektrická dráha | url= | email= | address= | lat=49.3616042 | long=14.5872572| directions=[[Tábor]] - Bechyně | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tábor–Bechyně railway | image=ČD Class 100, Sudoměřice u Bechyně.jpg | wikidata=Q803355 | content=Bechyně railway, winding around small hills in [[South Bohemia]], is the first electrified railway in the republic. In summer, there are regular nostalgic rides. }} ===Abandoned railways=== [[File:Abandoned train station Horní Slavkov zastávka.jpg|thumb|Abandoned train stop on Loket Local Railway.]] A lot of railway lines in the country were put out of service in the second half of the 20th century. Usually due to lack of passengers, cargo or money. Some of them remained almost untouched, only nature (or thieves and vandals) took care of them and they are today very attractive to railway enthusiasts as you can (sometimes with a bit of struggle) walk them through. * {{listing | type=gray | name=Loket Local Railway | alt=Loketská místní dráha | url= | email= | address= | lat=50.1639 | long=12.7738 | directions=Loket - Horní Slavkov | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | image= | wikidata=Q802572 | content=This railway is one of the most romantic in the republic, also, it is the oldest local railway in the republic. Unfortunately, the line does not have any services. However, viaducts, tunnels and the railway itself have not been dismantled, although they are in bad condition. }} === Museums === As railway has a strong tradition in the Czech Republic, there are many railway museums. Most of them are small, but some of them are big. The vast majority of them are worth a visit. * {{see| name=Railway museum Lužná u Rakovníka|alt=Železniční muzeum Lužná u Rakovníka|url=http://www.cdmuzeum.cz/en/|email=info@cdmuzeum.cz|address=|lat=50.1455006|long=13.7755703|directions=|phone=+420 313 537 700|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=90 Kč|wikipedia=|wikidata=Q1311784|image=Muzeum Luzna u Rakovnika2.jpg|content=Biggest railway museum in Czechia at former railway depot of [https://www.cd.cz/en/stanice/luzna-u-rakovnika/5453456 Lužná railway station]. Features many steam engines, unique historic locomotives and wagons and more. In summer saison dispatches steam trains, usually to/from [[Prague]]. Interesting day trip from Prague.}} * {{see|name=National Technical Museum|alt=Národní technické muzeum Praha|url=http://www.ntm.cz/en|email=info@ntm.cz|address=|lat=50.0976225|long=14.4248611|directions=tram stop Letenské náměstí|phone=+420 220 399 111|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=Adultsː 280 Kč Seniors/students/ː 150 Kč Children 60 Kč|wikipedia=|wikidata=|image=NarodniTechnickeMuzemPanorama2.jpg|lastedit=2022-12-18|content=A large museum in Prague. Trains are just a part of its exhibition, but the huge steam engine in the main hall is really impressive.}} *{{see|name=Prague Public Transport Museum|alt=Muzeum MHD|url=http://www.dpp.cz/en/urban-mass-transit-museum/|email=|address=|lat=50.0942758|long=14.3882694|directions=Tram station Vozovna Střešovice|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=100 Kč|wikipedia=|wikidata=|image=|lastedit=2022-12-18|content=While not a strictly railway museum, this huge public transportation museum includes many historical tramways and buses. You can go there using historical tram number 41, which goes through the city center and costs only 35 Kč payable onboard.}} === Historical trains and railway events === [[File:Kouř, pára a nostalgie železniční stanice Havlíčkův Brod 172.JPG|thumb|Old and new locomotives at Railway Day]] In Czech Republic, there is a strong tradition of historical train rides and numerous events with historical trains. These usually include steam engines, but also old diesel trains are growing in popularity. Such events are especially popular among families with children and railway fans. You can find extensive events list on Czech Railway fans [http://www.zelpage.cz/kalendar/?lang=en website] or at the [http://www.cdmuzeum.cz/cd-nostalgie/nostalgicke-vlaky/-29707/ official site of Czech Railways], which host many of these events. In summer, there is a historical train running somewhere in Czech Republic every weekend, sometimes from Prague. Company [http://www.kzc.cz/ KŽC] runs historical diesel trains every weekend in Prague and many other places. Online resources are often only in Czech, but you can also ask at Prague Main Railway Station in Czech Railways information office (next to cash desks). * {{listing | name=Railway Day | alt=Den železnice | url=https://denzeleznice.cz/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=A huge railway event, at which you can see numerous steam engines, ride a steam train or see the newest trains. This yearly event takes place in September, and usually has one main venue (National Railway Day) and around seven smaller venues (Regional Railway Day). Venues are usually in bigger cities, National Railway Day is in different city every year. }} * {{Listing|name=Children's day in Prague - Braník|alt=Den dětí v Praze-Braník|url=|email=|address=|lat=|long=|directions=|phone=|tollfree=|fax=|hours=|price=|wikipedia=|wikidata=|image=|lastedit=2019-04-01|content=Every year around Children's day (1st June), there is an event on the railway station Praha - Braník in Prague. You can check some steam engines or ride a historical train in numerous routes.}} {{guidetopic}} {{PartOfTopic|Rail travel in Europe}} {{geo|50.083056|14.435833}} cqak9vzncfqzzdtj4uslqwdiot7033v 0 167628 5328365 5328140 2026-08-14T15:57:49Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328365 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Caribbean default banner.jpg}} '''Castara''' is a bay and beach town in the northern part of [[Trinidad and Tobago]], a [[Caribbean]] country. ==Understand== Castara is a seaside village on the leeward (north) coast of the island of Tobago, the smaller of the two islands in the twin-island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Castara's economy is dependent primarily on fishing and agriculture, with tourism playing an increasingly important role since the 1990s. Tourism is also important, with small guesthouses, restaurants and holiday accommodations spread around the village and hillsides. Castara has two main beaches, Castara Bay and the smaller Heavenly Bay. The village is surrounded by forested hills and is close to the protected natural areas of Tobago. ==Get in== Castara can be reached by car from Scarborough (ferry terminal) or [[Crown Point (Trinidad and Tobago)|Crown Point]] (airport). Taxis (and buses) are extremely difficult to get here so make sure you have your own car or a driver before entering. ==Get around== The town is very walkable. There is not much to do except relax on the beach and watch the frigate birds and pelicans. {{mapframe|11.278764|-60.697403|zoom=14}} ==See== * '''Castara Bay''' - a great place to snorkel and watch fisherman * '''Castara Waterfall''' — A waterfall and natural swimming area accessible by a trail through the surrounding forest. * '''Castara fishing village''' — The waterfront is a good place to observe traditional fishing activities and local village life. * '''Castara rainforest''' — The hills surrounding the village contain tropical forest and wildlife. ==Do== * Swim at Castara Bay. * Relax on Heavenly Bay. * Go snorkeling in the coastal waters. * Take a rainforest walk. * Visit the local fishing waterfront. * Go fishing with local operators. * Explore nearby beaches and villages. * Watch the sunset from the beach. ==Buy== Apart from food and drink you shouldn't expect to buy much here. ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== Not many options here but there are a few hotels and airbnbs along the coast. ==Go next== * [[Scarborough (Trinidad and Tobago)|Scarborough]] - 40 minutes drive south * [[Black Rock]] * '''[[Charlotteville]]''' - one hour by car * '''[[Crown Point (Trinidad and Tobago)|Crown Point]]''' - one hour by car {{IsPartOf|Tobago}} {{geo|11.278764|-60.697403}} {{outlinecity}} 5hdr9ozsjn0ube4avf2l52cy6iadoc5 0 167706 5328502 5245115 2026-08-14T19:37:21Z 162 etc. 2252661 /* Get in */ 5328502 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Vaudreuil-Dorion1 (cropped).JPG}} '''Vaudreuil-Dorion''' is a city of 38,000 in RCM of [[Vaudreuil-Soulanges Regional County Municipality|Vaudreuil-Soulanges]], in [[Montérégie]] region of [[Quebec]], in [[Canada]]. Vaudreuil-Dorion is the result of the merger of two towns, Vaudreuil and Dorion. Vaudreuil-Dorion offers a range of infrastructures and many recreational tourism activities near Montreal. ==Understand== [[File:CollegeSaintMichelMontrealQC9363 3.JPG|thumb|Collège Saint-Michel]] Vaudreuil-Dorion is located north-east of the Suroît region. Vaudreuil-Dorion is an off-island suburb of Greater [[Montreal]]. It is on the south shores of the Lake of Two Mountains (French: ''Lac des Deux Montagnes'') at the confluence of the St. Lawrence and Ottawa Rivers, just off the western edge of Île Perrot. The city consists of two non-contiguous parts: its eastern part is the larger main area along Lake of Two Mountains where the population centres of Vaudreuil and Dorion are located; the western portion is a smaller rural area that borders Rigaud, and is separated from the eastern portion by Saint-Lazare and Hudson. ===History=== In 1702, governor of New France Louis-Hector de Callière gave a seigneury to Philippe de Vaudreuil, who was governor of Montreal at the time. Rigaud de Vaudreuil later became governor of New France. In 1725, the region had only 38 inhabitants. About 1742 people began to be interested in the region and Vaudreuil's population rose. 381 people lived in Vaudreuil in 1765. With the creation of the Grand Trunk Railway, people began to live in Dorion, which was called Vaudreuil Station and named after its first inhabitant Daria Istayeva. Dorion became a village in 1891. Dorion was bisected by Autoroute 20 which links Downtown Montreal and Toronto via Highway 401 in Ontario. Housing developments began in the 1950s and continued well into the 1970s. Throughout the 1980s and the 1990s, housing began sprouting north and east of Dorion. Vaudreuil and Dorion merged in 1994, becoming the City of Vaudreuil-Dorion. * [https://www.ville.vaudreuil-dorion.qc.ca/en Vaudreuil-Dorion City Council] website ==Get in== === By car === The city is the point of intersection of three freeways: Autoroute 20, Autoroute 30, Autoroute 40. * Autoroute 20 (connecting the [[Windsor-Quebec corridor|Windsor-Quebec City corridor]]). In Ontario, the highway is named Highway 401 and connects from [[Toronto]]. * Autoroute 30 is Montreal's southern bypass. * Autoroute 40 connects from [[Montreal]] and [[Ottawa]]. In Ontario, the highway is named Highway 417. Between Montreal and Ottawa, Autoroute 40 and Highway 417 are part of the main route of the [[Trans-Canada Highway]]. ===By train=== From Montreal, [https://exo.quebec/en/trip-planner/train Exo] operates commuter trains to Vaudreuil and Dorion stations on Route 11. * {{listing | name=EXO Vaudreuil Station | alt= | url= | email= | address= 3101, boulevard de la Gare| lat=45.40004| long=-74.05152 | directions= | phone=+1 514- | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-26| content=Train station. }} * {{listing | name=EXO Dorion Station | alt= | url= | email= | address=60, rue de l'Église | lat=45.38795 | long=-74.00835 | directions= | phone=+1 514- | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-26| content=EXO Transit Rail Station. }} ===By bus=== * {{listing | name=Société de transport de Salaberry-de-Valleyfield | alt= | url=https://www.stsv.ca | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 450-370-0600 | tollfree= |fax=| hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-02-01 | content=Service from [[Valleyfield]] on Route 338. Reservations required. }} ===By boat=== A ferry operates for most of the spring, all of the summer, and most of the fall, carrying cars, people, and bicycles from Oka to Hudson across Lac des Deux Montagnes. It departs from Main Road, just east of Bellevue Street. In winter, the lake freezes over and it is sometimes possible to drive on ice across the lake from the ferry terminal in Oka (depending on weather conditions and ice thickness). ==Get around== {{mapframe}} {{mapshape}} Local bus service is operated by [https://exo.quebec/fr/planifier-trajet/autobus/CITPI#AccesBus CIT La Presqu'Île] (Exo), connecting to the Vaudreuil and Dorion stations on the Vaudreuil-Hudson commuter rail line. ==See== * {{see | name=Maison Trestler | alt= | url=http://www.trestler.qc.ca/en | email= | address=85 Chemin de la Commune | lat=45.38821 | long=-74.00701 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-6290 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:00-12:00 and 13:00-17:00, Su 13:00-16:00 | price=Tour of house and 3 galleries: adult $5, 7-16 $3.50, 6 and under free | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q3279034 | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Former residence/general store (1798). Art galleries. }} * {{see | name=Maison Valois | alt= | url= | email= | address=331 Saint-Charles | lat=45.39120 | long=-74.01730 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-3371 (choose option 6) | tollfree= | fax= | hours= M-F 09:00-16:30 (Sep-late Jun: closed 12:00-13:00), Sa Su 13:00-16:30; closed on holidays | price=Adults $7, seniors $6, students $5, children 7-12 $4, children 6 and under free, family $16 | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Heritage building (1796) in the middle of a park by the same name. It serves as the municipal arts and culture centre. }} * {{see | name=Musée régional de Vaudreuil-Soulanges | alt=English: Vaudreuil-Soulanges Regional Museum | url=http://www.mrvs.qc.ca/ | email= | address=431 Saint-Charles | lat=45.40029 | long=-74.02727 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-2092 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q28040797 | lastedit=2018-10-11 | content=Former boys' school in Old Vaudreuil. It was built in 1859 and converted into a regional museum in 1955. }} [[File:Paroisse St-Michel - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Saint-Michel Church of Vaudreuil]] * {{see | name=Église Saint-Michel de Vaudreuil | alt=English: Saint-Michel Church of Vaudreuil | url= | email= | address=414 Avenue Saint-Charles | lat=45.39843 | long=-74.02630 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-4282 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q3583234 | lastedit=2018-10-11 | content=Historic church was completed in 1787; designated a historical monument by the Government of Québec in 1957. }} * {{see | name=Maison Félix-Leclerc de Vaudreuil | alt= | url=http://maisonfelixleclerc.org/ | email= | address=186 de l'Anse | lat=45.42083 | long=-74.05496 | directions=House facing Lac des Deux-Montagnes | phone=+1 450-514-2840 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q17291421 | lastedit=2018-10-11 | content=Former house of renowned Québec poet and songwriter Félix Leclerc. }} * {{see | name=Parc des Ancres | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pointe-des-Cascades | lat=45.33093 | long=-73.96962 | directions=north of Parc St Pierre | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=free | wikipedia=Pointe-des-Cascades, Quebec | wikidata=Q3393522 | lastedit=2022-06-04 | content=A park containing many old anchors in the locality of a disused lock on the Canel de Soulanges with a light house. }} * {{see | name=Vaudreuil Coast Vineyard | alt= | url=https://www.cotedevaudreuil.com/ | email= | address=2692 Harwood Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+1 450-424-1660 | tollfree= | hours=Tastings mid-Jun to mid-Oct: F-Su 11:00-17:00 | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2024-07-07 | content=One of Quebec's few wineries. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=The Kieffer stable | alt=L’écurie Kieffer | url=http://www.kiefferstables.com/ | email= | address=Montée d'Alstonvale| lat=45.44069 | long=-74.19976 | directions= | phone=+1 450-458-2769 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Riding stable. }} * {{do | name=Woohoo | alt= | url=http://www.woohoofun.com/ | email= | address=25 Boul de la cite des jeunes | lat=45.413945 | long=-74.026666 | directions= | phone=+1 450-218-6699 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-10-11 | content=Indoor playground; largest family entertainment centre in Canada and home to the largest play structure maze in all of North America. }} * {{do | name=Historical Park Pointe-du-Moulin | alt= | url=http://pointedumoulin.com/en/home/ | email= | address=2500 Boulevard Don Quichotte, Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot | lat=45.36673 | long=-73.85706 | directions= | phone=+1 514-453-5936 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata=Q3325842 | lastedit=2018-10-11 | content= }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Bakery | alt=Boulangerie | url=| email= | address=1446, avenue Saint-Charles | lat=45.40055 | long=-74.02830 | directions= | phone=+1 450- | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Bakery. }} * {{buy | name=Bakery AMOOL| alt=Boulangerie AMOOL | url=| email= | address=578, avenue Saint-Charles, #7 | lat=45.40055 | long=-74.02830 | directions= | phone=+1 450-424-6221 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Syrian restaurant. }} * {{buy | name=First Moisson Bakery Vaudreuil-Dorion | alt=Boulangerie Première Moisson Vaudreuil-Dorion | url=https://premieremoisson.com/fr| email= | address=189, boulevard Harwood | lat=45.38315 | long=-74.01313 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-2827 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Bakery }} * {{buy | name=Délices de Bruxelles | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/delicesdebruxellesca/| email= | address=289, boulevard Harwood | lat=45.38150 | long=-74.01600 | directions= | phone=+1 450-218-2010 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Pastry-confectionery. }} * {{buy | name=Vignoble Côte de Vaudreuil | alt= | url=https://www.cotedevaudreuil.com/| email= | address=2692, route Harwood | lat=45.41705 | long=-74.09735 | directions= | phone=+1 450-424-1660 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Vineyard offering a range of wines. }} * {{buy | name=Les Avenues Vaudreuil | alt= | url=http://lesavenuesvaudreuil.com | email= | address=22800 Chemin Dumberry | lat=45.41492 | long=-74.03718 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-W 10:00-28:00, Th F 10:00-21:00, Sa Su 10:00-17:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Shopping centre with 75 stores. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Au Vieux Duluth Restaurant | alt= | url=https://auvieuxduluth.com/ | email= | address=250, boulevard Harwood | lat=45.38164 | long=-74.01463 | directions= | phone=+1 450-424-0101 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Greek restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Apna Punjab Di Rasoi | alt= | url= | email= | address=2500, route Henry-Ford | lat=45.37791 | long=-74.05091| directions= | phone=+1 450-510-5444 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Bâton Rouge Steakhouse & Bar | alt= | url=https://www.batonrouge.ca/?utm_source=G&utm_medium=LPM&utm_campaign=MTY | email= | address=3130, boulevard de la Gare | lat=45.40266 | long=-74.02465 | directions= | phone=+1 450-510-5155 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Restaurant with dining room and bar. }} * {{eat | name=Cafe Campagne | alt= | url=http://www.cafecampagne.ca | email= | address=3673 Route Harwood | lat=45.43834 | long=-74.12851 | directions= | phone=+1 450-458-8204 | tollfree= | hours=Daily 07:00-15:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Canadian country-style cuisine with a slight tropical twist. Home-style meals with an extensive variety of teas, salads, soups and homemade desserts. }} * {{eat | name=Coco Fruitti Vaudreuil-Dorion | alt= | url=https://coco-frutti.business.site/ | email= | address= | lat=45.39762 | long=-74.05402 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-2777 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Lunch restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Nokoraya | alt= | url=http://www.nokoraya.com/Menu.html | email= | address=3100, route Harwood| lat=45.42791 | long=-74.11054 | directions= | phone=+1 450-424-1007 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Asian restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Pacini Vaudreuil-Dorion | alt= | url=https://pacini.com/en/italian-restaurant-vaudreuildorion/ | email= | address=2925, boulevard de la Gare | lat=45.39216 | long=-74.005385 | directions= | phone=+1 450-218-6698 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Italian restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Patate et Persil | alt= | url=http://patatepersil.com/ | email= | address=9 avenue St-Charles | lat=45.40266 | long=-74.02465 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-6421 | tollfree= | hours=M-W 11:00-20:00, Th 11:00-21:00, F 11:00-22:00, Sa 09:00-22:00, Su 09:00-20:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Home cooked fast food. Burgers, quesadillas, salads, poutine and fries. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Gino | alt= | url=https://order.restomenu.com/fr/pizza-gino-vaudreuil/menu | email= | address=280, rue Bourget | lat=45.40447 | long=-74.003020 | directions= | phone=+1 450-218-9191 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Pizzeria. }} * {{eat | name=Pizzeria Quatre Saisons | alt= | url=http://www.pizzeria4saisons.ca/ | email= | address=440, avenue Sainte-Charles | lat=45.400335 | long=-74.02806 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-5678 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Pizzeria. }} * {{eat | name=Pizza Tipo 00 | alt= | url=http://www.pizzatipo00.com | email= | address=120 Joseph-Carrier, suite 102 | lat=45.41174 | long=-74.04112 | directions=corner of St. Charles | phone= +1 450-455-8476 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 11:00-22:00, Su 16:00-22:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Pizza cooked in a 1000-degree coal oven using 00 flour (one of the lowest in gluten content), meatballs, baked chicken wings, fresh sandwiches and salads. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Dorion | alt= | url=| email= | address=297, boulevard Harwood | lat=45.38126 | long=-74.01624 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-3929| tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Pizzeria. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant El Hornello | alt= | url=https://elhornello.ca/| email= | address=401, boulevard Harwood, #1b | lat=45.41174 | long=-74.04112 | directions= | phone=+1 450-424-1220| tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Italian restaurant. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant La Chinoise | alt= | url=https://www.restaurantlachinoise.com/fr| email= | address=486, avenue Siant-Charles | lat=45.40410 | long=-74.03171 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-6872 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Chinese restaurant for consumption on site or to take away. }} * {{eat | name=Restaurant Mr.India & Bar | alt= | url=https://www.restaurantmrindia.com/| email= | address=3187, route Harwood | lat=45.42892 | long=-74.10925 | directions= | phone=+1 450-218-3555| tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Indian and Pakistani halal cuisine. }} * {{eat | name=Souvlaki Authentique Vaudreuil/Hudson | alt= | url=https://souvlakiauthentique.com/| email= | address=3239, route Harwood | lat=45.43287 | long=-74.11081 | directions= | phone=+1 450-202-2200| tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Bar Billard L'ivoire| alt= | url=https://restoresto.ca/restaurant/vaudreuil-dorion/bar-billard-livoire | email= | address=2555, rue Dutrisac | lat=45.40439 | long=-74.03679 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-0569 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content= }} * {{drink | name=Bar Sportif Biggs Vaudreuil| alt= | url=https://www.barsportifbiggs.com/ | email= | address=3100, route Harwood, suite 115 | lat=45.42680 | long=-74.10991 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-0569 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Sports bar. }} * {{drink | name=Duke & Devine's | alt= | url=http://www.dukeanddevines.com | email= | address=429 Avenue Street | lat=45.45895 | long=-74.14063 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-5093 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 11:30-01:00, Sa Su 12:00-01:00 | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Irish pub with comfort food menu and a grill. }} * {{drink | name=La Cage |alt= | url=https://www.cage.ca/vaudreuil-dorion | email= | address=47, boulevard de la Cité-des-Jeunes | lat=45.40955 | long=-74.03603 | directions= | phone=+1 450-510-3011 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Sports brewery. }} * {{drink | name=Pub irlandais McKibbin's |alt= | url=https://www.mckibbinsirishpub.com/ | email= | address=3036, boul. de la Gare | lat=45.39601 | long=-74.05480 | directions= | phone=+1 450-424-3000 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Irish and rustic style pub. }} * {{drink | name=Trois-Lacs - Microbrasserie |alt= | url=https://www.3lacs.com/ | email= | address=434, rue Aimé-Vincent | lat=45.40696 | long=-74.05224 | directions= | phone=+1 514-316-8487 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Irish and rustic style pub. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Chateau Vaudreuil | alt= | url=https://www.chateau-vaudreuil.com | email= | address=21700 Trans Canada Highway | lat=45.41633 | long=-74.01197 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-0955 | tollfree=+1-800-363-7896 | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From $130 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=10 hectares of carefully landscaped gardens and lawns on the shore of Lake Deux-Montagnes. A luxury hotel reminiscent of a French chateau, with an entrance hall with marble floor, brass fittings and high ceiling. Pedal boat, canoe, tennis, bike, playground for children, fitness centre, business centre. }} * {{sleep | name=Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vaudreuil-Dorion, an IHG Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/vaudreuil/ymqvd/hoteldetail?cm_mmc=GoogleMaps-_-EX-_-CA-_-YMQVD | email= | address=33, boulevard de la Cité-des-Jeunes | lat=45.41529 | long=-74.02948 | directions= | phone=+1 877-660-8550 | tollfree=+1-800-363-7896 | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From $130 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel La Bourgade | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057147232729 | email= | address=300, boulevard Harwood | lat=45.38063 | long=-74.01632 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-4032 | tollfree= | hours= | price=From $85 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Motel Vaudreuil | alt= | url=http://motel-vaudreuil.quebechotels.info/en/ | email= | address=255 Boisvert | lat=45.40913 | long=-74.03277 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=From $85 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms have a desk and a TV with cable channels. Views of the mountains, garden or city in some rooms. The dining area includes a table, microwave, coffee machine and refrigerator. Shuttle service with surcharge. A garden, a terrace and a shared lounge area. }} * {{sleep | name=Motel Seigneurie de Vaudreuil | alt= | url= | email= | address=154, boul. Harwood | lat=45.38319 | long=-74.01131 | directions=trunk of Highway 20 crossing Dorion | phone=+1 450-455-3368 | tollfree=+1-877-455-3369 | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single $60-170, double $65-175 | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2018-12-27 | content=Wireless High Speed Internet Access. Rooms are equipped with refrigerator, microwave, air conditioning. }} * {{sleep | name=Camping D'Aoust | alt= | url=http://www.campingdaoust.com/ | email= | address=3844, route Harwood | lat=45.41529 | long=-74.02948 | directions= | phone=+1 450-458-7301| tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikipedia= | wikidata= | lastedit=2022-06-26 | content=Campground offering spacious shaded, sunny or wild sites. The land has two swimming pools with surveillance, a small farm, a convenience store and snack bar. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Vaudreuil-Dorion Library | alt=| url=https://biblio.culture.ville.vaudreuil-dorion.qc.ca/in/faces/homeInBook.xhtml | email= | address=51, rue Jeannotte | lat=45.39757 | long=-74.03024 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-3371 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Public library. }} * {{listing | name=Aréna de Vaudreuil-Dorion | alt= | url=https://www.ville.vaudreuil-dorion.qc.ca/fr | email= | address=9, rue Jeannotte | lat=45.39796 | long=-74.02835 | directions= | phone=+1 450-455-3371 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2022-05-26 | content=Municipal arena. }} ==Go next== * {{mapgroup-item| name=[[Hudson (Quebec)|Hudson]] | wikidata=Q141445}} — A town on the Lac-des-Deux-Montagnes (Ottawa River), Hudson is blessed with a magnificent urban forest. It is a city of visual arts, music, culture and the outdoors. This city has a great history dating back to the days of New France. * {{mapgroup-item| name=[[Oka]] | wikidata=Q729382}} — Oka offers a magnificent historical circuit with nine points of historical interest. This is a quaint town with a cheese-making monastery, a large water park, and a Mohawk Indigenous reserve. * {{mapgroup-item| name=Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac | wikidata=Q3555064}} — A municipality bordering Lac des Deux-Montagnes, in the western suburbs of Montreal, where cultural and community life is intense. Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac offers a variety of infrastructure and recreational tourism activities: parks and green spaces, sports fields, water games, room rentals, bike path, skating rinks and boat ramps. Boating and other nautical activities are intense on Lac des Deux-Montagnes. * {{mapgroup-item| name=[[Montreal]] | wikidata=Q340}} — Metropolis of [[Quebec]], Montreal is a cosmopolitan, island and port city. * {{mapgroup-item| name=Pincourt | wikidata=Q141551}} — One of the four municipalities of Île Perrot, Pincourt occupies the western part of the island. Its territory faces the Ottawa River, which meets the St. Lawrence River to the south. Thanks to the Daoust and Pincourt bays, pleasure boating is developed. Despite its small territory, Pincourt offers a variety of infrastructures and recreational tourism activities. * {{mapgroup-item| name=Les Cèdres | wikidata=Q3231881}} — Its hybrid territory (agricultural and urban) stretches along the north shore of the St. Lawrence River, in the western suburbs of Montreal, offering resorts and recreational tourism activities (eg boating and other nautical activities). The Soulanges Canal has a heritage character and offers bike paths. The municipality offers an infrastructure (e.g., outdoor base, bike paths, municipal parks) and a range of recreational and tourism services (e.g., sports or leisure activities). * {{mapgroup-item| name=Saint-Lazare| wikidata=Q142426}} — Landlocked in the middle of the land between the Ottawa River and the St. Lawrence River, Saint-Lazare offers a countryside, forest and urban landscape (in the villages of Saddlebrook, Cedarbrook, Maple Ridge and Saint-Lazare). Saint-Lazarre offers sports and leisure facilities, as well as recreational and tourist activities (e.g., National Day on June 24). Its municipal recreation book demonstrates the intensity of community life. * {{mapgroup-item| name=[[Rigaud]] | wikidata=Q3431913}} — Rigaud is a city that is both picturesque and modern, offering a wide range of infrastructures and recreational activities, thanks to resorts, boating on Lac des Deux-Montagnes, Vieux-Rigaud and Mont Rigaud. The mountain particularly attracts skiers, hikers, climbers, snowshoers, maple syrup and beer lovers and religious tourists. {{routebox | image1=Quebec Autoroute 20.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Kingston (Ontario)|Kingston]] via [[File:Ontario 401.svg|16px]] | minorl1=[[Coteau-du-Lac]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=[[Quebec City]] ([[Lévis]]) | minorr1='''[[Montreal]]''' | image2=Quebec Autoroute 30.svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=ENDS at [[File:Quebec Autoroute 40.svg|16px]] | minorl2= | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Sorel-Tracy]] | minorr2=[[Salaberry-de-Valleyfield]] | image3=Quebec Autoroute 40.svg | imagesize3=22 | image3a=TCH-blank.svg | link3=Trans-Canada Highway | imagesize3a=22 | directionl3=W | majorl3=[[Ottawa]] via [[File:Ontario 417.svg|16px]] | minorl3=[[Hudson (Quebec)|Hudson]] | directionr3=E | majorr3=[[Quebec City]] | minorr3='''[[Montreal]]''' | image4=Mtl Train VH.png | imagesize4=75 | caption4=AMT Vaudreuil–Hudson Line | directionl4=W | majorl4=END | minorl4=[[Hudson (Quebec)|Hudson]] | directionr4=E | majorr4=[[Montreal/Downtown|Downtown Montreal]] | minorr4=[[Montreal/West Island|West Island]] }} {{IsPartOf|Vaudreuil-Soulanges}} {{Usablecity}} {{geo|45.400|-74.033}} 998gvild4puw7d4dfs9gtb1f85o037z 0 168596 5328404 5325556 2026-08-14T16:57:35Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Buy */ Updated listing for Xentro Mall Lemery 5328404 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV Lemery Batangas rotunda banner.JPG}} '''Lemery''' is a major municipality in [[Batangas]]. It is a commercial center for the eastern portion of [[western Batangas]]. The town lies next to and to the west of the heritage town of [[Taal]]; together they form a single urban area. The boundary runs along the Pansipit River; the river area was part of the sea until it was buried by tephra deposits from the 1755 eruption of [[Taal Volcano]]. ==Understand== [[File:Facade of Lemery Church in Batangas.jpg|thumb|San&nbsp;Roque Parish&nbsp;Church]] Lemery is largely a commercial center, with most shopping options found here. It also has more available accommodation than Taal, with a few sights around. Along with Taal, Lemery forms a minor metropolitan area, constituting the eastern commercial center for western Batangas (the others are [[Balayan]] and [[Nasugbu]]). {{populationof}} Lemery is thought to be named after the Spanish Governor-General José Lemery, but by folklore, is rather named after a legendary Roberto Lemery, a Spanish military captain who fell in love with the town's residents. The municipality used to be a part of nearby Taal until it was separated in 1861. The town was mostly destroyed by American bombing during World War II, and was rebuilt afterwards. ===Orientation=== Lemery is a large municipality, including rural areas to the north, at the foot of Mount Batulao. Commercial activity is found in the ''Poblacion'' (downtown), which is divided into smaller barangays for administrative purposes, and approximately bordered by the Palanas and Pansipit rivers. Resorts and accommodations, as well as the bus stations and a new commercial district, are to the west of Poblacion. The rural area to the north houses Leisure Farms and Fantasy World. * {{listing | name=Municipal tourist office | url=https://www.lemerybatangas.gov.ph/government/municipal-department/tourism | phone=+63 43 740 0157 | email=tourism@lemerybatangas.gov.ph | content=In addition to the website, they have a [https://www.facebook.com/turismongLemery/ Facebook page]. }} The '''Taal-Lemery Bypass''' or Diversion Road runs along the hypoteneuse of an approximately right triangle whose short side goes through downtown Taal and long side through downtown Lemery. It is a developing area, with hotels, a mall, and several residential subdivisions. It also has a large new hospital; Lemery has others but Taal does not. In Lemery the diversion road terminates on the western side of town with Xentro Mall and the DLTB Bus Terminal nearby. A short drive westward is the junction heading to Agoncillo and towns along the western shore of Taal Lake. The junction with Diokno Highway leading to [[Tagaytay]] and other parts of [[Cavite]] lies further west at Barangay Mahayahay. In Taal the road terminates at the "Flying V" junction whence a highway leads toward Batangas City. ==Get in== Getting to Lemery is easy, though for any mode of transport traffic jams in the suburbs of Manila or Batangas City often make the journey quite slow. Lemery is served by '''buses''' from [[Metro Manila|Manila]], [[Batangas City]], or [[Nasugbu]]. *{{go | name=DLTBCo. | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Terminal opposite Xentro Mall | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Hourly departures from its Buendia terminal in Pasay, Metro Manila, and four times a day from its terminal in Cubao, Quezon City. }} *{{go | name=Batman Starexpress | alt=BSC | content=Has trips between Batangas City and Nasugbu via Lemery, with departures every hour. }} Fares from Manila for either DLTB or JAM are at around {{PHP|230}} from Buendia or {{PHP|250}} from Cubao. Trips take about 3 hours, depending on traffic conditions. [[Jeepney]]s can also be used to reach Lemery or Taal from Batangas City, but service is infrequent and sometimes slow. Unless your budget is very tight, take the more comfortable bus instead. For cars coming from [[Batangas City]], Palico-Balayan-Batangas Road (Route 436) is the main route. It becomes Ilustre Avenue, the town's main street running between the Diversion Road and the boundary with Taal at Pansipit River. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Most travel within Lemery or Taal, and between the two, is by [[traysikel|tricycle]]. Fares range from {{PHP|10}} up to around 100. There are also [[jeepney]]s departing from near the Lemery market to Batangas City via [[Taal]] and to Nasugbu via [[Balayan]]. These are cheaper than the trikes for trips out to the suburbs, but not much use within Lemery. Traffic jams are common in the town center, and sometimes back up into neighboring Taal. ==See== * {{see | name=Fantasy World | alt= | url= | email= | address=Km 78 Diokno Highway, Masayang | lat=14.0171 | long=120.8754 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=The Fantasy World Castles, Batangas, Philippines - panoramio.jpg | lastedit=2018-11-24 | content={{convert|300|ha|adj=on}} theme park, though incomplete and closed to the public. It has been once used in some local fantasy-themed television dramas in the 2000s. This is, however, a common stopover for picture-taking by tourists travelling from Tagaytay to Taal. }} * {{see | name=Casa Corazon Motorcycle Museum | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/casacorazon.ph/ | email= | address=National Highway, Sinisian | lat=13.91320 | long=120.84994 | directions=Near the boundary with Calaca | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-10-22 | content=A private collection with many bikes and some classic cars. Lots of BMW machines including one from [[World War II in Europe|World War II]] with a machine gun mounted on the sidecar. The complex also includes a restaurant, hotel and some park areas. }} * {{see | name=Saint Roch Parish Church | alt=Lemery Church | url=https://www.facebook.com/SanRoqueParishLmry/ | email=sanroquelem@yahoo.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+63 917 586 9914 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q19605593 | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=Lemery's main parish church, it dates back to 1887, and used to have a Neoclassical façade with two belfries. It was badly damaged by aerial bombing at the end of World War II in 1945, and the façade was replaced by a modernist one in 1968, with the belfries demolished. }} ==Do== * '''Sigpawan Festival''' -Celebrated during Easter Sunday, the festival's highlight is the Fluvial procession along coastal areas of the town. The festival showcases the rich culture and natural resources of Lemery, with booths displaying a variety of the town's agricultural products, native delicacies and its well-known ''sinaing na tulingan''. ''Sigpaw'' is a small net with a handle that is used by fishermen to scoop fish and catch shrimps and small fry along the towns shorelines. Farmers also use it to pick fruits from trees. * {{see | name=Leisure Farms | alt= | url= | email= | address=Diokno Highway, Payapa Ibaba | lat=13.978310906011625| long=120.8813827410647 | directions=14-minute drive from Poblacion | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=The first hobby farming community and agro-tourism site in the Philippines. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Xentro Mall Lemery | alt= | url= | email= | address=National Highway, Malinis | lat=13.8957 | long=120.9047 | directions= | phone=+63 907 053 2594 | tollfree= | hours=10AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=First major mall in town. Has a Robinsons supermarket, and hotel beside it (see [[#Sleep]]). }} * {{buy | name=SM Center Lemery | alt= | url=https://www.smsupermalls.com/mall-locator/sm-center-lemery/information | email=customercare@smsupermalls.com | address=Ilustre Avenue corner P. Gomez Street, District IV | lat=13.88770 | long=120.91275 | directions=Beside Metro Lemery Medical Center | phone=+63 917 876 1111, +63 908 876 1111 | tollfree=02 8876 1111 | hours=10AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-09 | content=Quite a large mall. Has a SM Hypermarket, Watson's pharmacy and fast food chains. }} * {{buy | name=Lemery Public Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Lakandula Street | lat=13.88065 | long=120.91178 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-08 | content=Crowded and noisy central market, selling cheap produce and dry goods. }} * {{buy | name=Citimart | alt= | url= | email= | address=Diokno II Street | lat=13.8806058 | long=120.9173454 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6:30AM-10PM | price= | lastedit=2018-12-08 | content=Opens early and closes late. Cheaper buys than the major chains SM Hypermarket and Robinsons. }} ==Eat== All the malls have restaurants, there are fast food places both in malls and along the main street, and cheap Filipino-style ''carinderia'' in various areas, especially near the market. * {{eat | name=Gangnam Korean Restaurant | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/GangNamLemery/ | email= | address=Ilustre Street, Malinis | lat=13.89547 | long=120.90585 | directions=Behind the Phoenix gas station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-08 | content=Mid-range Korean dining with BBQ grill. }} There is another Korean place offering an all-you-can-eat buffet for P199, on the east side of Illustre Avenue south of SM. Indian food is available in the evenings from a stall outside the town hall. That is part of a large group of stalls and carts mostly serving Filipino food. ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Jamocha Cafe & Bistro | directions=next to Gangnam Korean Restaurant | content=Mostly Filipino food, decent quality and prices. Live music some nights. }} ==Sleep== There were few hotels in town a few years back, except perhaps for beach resorts, but the economic boom in Lemery resulted in increasing number of hotels spawning around. The town has become a major stopover for travellers to western Batangas. Hotels around Lemery are generally mid-range, whereas in Taal almost all available accommodation is expensive by local standards (₱2,000 and above). * {{sleep | name=Apollo Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/HotelApolloLemery/ | email=myhotelapollo@gmail.com | address=National Highway, Matingain | lat=13.91176 | long=120.88330 | directions= | phone=+63 908 889 0950 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₱1,430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Mid-range drive-in hotel, with A/C rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Dreamwave Hotel Lemery | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/DreamwaveHotelLemery/ | email=dreamwavelemery@gmail.com | address=National Highway, Malinis | lat=13.896346 | long=120.904749 | directions=attached to Xentro Mall | phone=+63 936 921 2487 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₱1,160 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=A/C rooms with cable TV, gym and heated shower rooms. }} Outside downtown, Casa Corazon has a hotel, as well as a motorcycle museum listed under [[#See]]. There are a whole group of beach resorts somewhat north of town in the Purok area, turn left off the highway about a km beyond the bypass. The beach is black sand and underwater there is a gradual slope with few rocks and little seaweed. * {{sleep | name=Orlando's Beach Resort | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/orlandosbeachresort/ | email=orlandosbeachresort@gmail.com | address= | lat=13.8957 | long=120.8929 | directions= | phone=+63 916 652 1028 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Free WiFi. Swimming pool. }} * {{sleep | name=Lemerish Beachotel | alt=Telstar Beach Resort | url=https://lemerish.com/ | email=lemerishbeachotel@gmail.com, reserve@lemerish.com | address=Nonong Casto | lat=13.894203 | long=120.894424 | directions= | phone=+63 915 309 8502, +63 961 140 1394 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} == Stay safe == Flashfloods and mudslides can occur in the town center during the rainy season, particularly at the junction of Taal Diversion Road and the national highway in front of XentroMall. The Diokno Highway is also prone to landslides and road closures. If traveling between Lemery and Tagaytay, alternate routes are through the Agoncillo-Laurel Road or the Palico-Balayan-Batangas Road, which has a junction with the Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway in Tuy. Apart from the weather, the most serious nature-related safety issue in Lemery is the threat of [[Taal Volcano]]. The 2020 eruption led to Lemery and other towns within a 14 to 17-kilometer danger zone radius surrounding the volcano being placed under a "lockdown" (evacuated and abandoned) two months before the word became synonymous with the COVID-19 pandemic. While that eruption did not escalate, authorities fear that a full eruption could generate pyroclastic surges that could traverse Taal Lake and obliterate Lemery given its relatively flat location on the lake's southern shore. Hence it is best to regularly check the volcano's alert levels and heed instructions by authorities in cases of heightened activity or a major eruption. PHIVOLCS maintains an alert level system of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest. Avoid all but necessary travel to the area if Level 3 is raised, and do not travel at all to Lemery once alert level 4 is in place. ==Stay healthy== There are several hospitals, including large ones across the street from Xentro Mall and out on the Taal-Lemery bypass road, and a few small ones along Illustre Street (Lemery's main drag). *{{listing | name=Metro Lemery Medical Center | alt=MLMC | url=http://mlmc.com.ph/index.html | email= | address=2005 Palanas | lat=13.887741115477144| long=120.91179383866509 | directions=next to (north of) the SM Mall | phone=+ 63 43 409 0480 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=This hospital is moderately large, quite modern, and seems well-run. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Lemery is the hub location for trips to western Batangas from the east. Car travellers who go to [[Tagaytay]] first will stop at Lemery before proceeding to the rest of western Batangas or to the south to [[Mabini]] or [[Batangas City]]. Lemery has no interesting beaches downtown, though there are some in Barangay Purok to the north. Beyond those, the highway runs along the bay to the towns of [[Calaca]] and [[Balayan]], both of which have some beach resorts. The highway continues to [[Nasugbu]] which has many resorts. Just south of Lemery is the heritage town of [[Taal]], whose old downtown is designated a National Historical Landmark. Beyond it is [[San Luis (Batangas)|San Luis]] which has beaches and resorts. The best-known beach resort area in the region is [[Mabini]] to the south. Take the highway toward Batangas City and turn off for Mabini. {{routebox | placename=Lemery | image1=N410 (Philippines).svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Tagaytay]] | minorl1='''[[Nasugbu]]''' (via [[File:N407 (Philippines).svg|22px|link=]]) | directionr1=S | majorr1=END | minorr1= | link1= | caption1= | image2=N436 (Philippines).svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Balayan]] | minorl2=[[Calaca]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Batangas City]] | minorr2='''[[Taal]]''' | link2= | caption2= }} {{IsPartOf|Western Batangas}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|13.8852|120.9123|zoom=15}} l9zz1c0v79zlndla5czoj3qwcgaxp2b 5328405 5328404 2026-08-14T16:58:25Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Buy */ Updated listing for Xentro Mall Lemery 5328405 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|WV Lemery Batangas rotunda banner.JPG}} '''Lemery''' is a major municipality in [[Batangas]]. It is a commercial center for the eastern portion of [[western Batangas]]. The town lies next to and to the west of the heritage town of [[Taal]]; together they form a single urban area. The boundary runs along the Pansipit River; the river area was part of the sea until it was buried by tephra deposits from the 1755 eruption of [[Taal Volcano]]. ==Understand== [[File:Facade of Lemery Church in Batangas.jpg|thumb|San&nbsp;Roque Parish&nbsp;Church]] Lemery is largely a commercial center, with most shopping options found here. It also has more available accommodation than Taal, with a few sights around. Along with Taal, Lemery forms a minor metropolitan area, constituting the eastern commercial center for western Batangas (the others are [[Balayan]] and [[Nasugbu]]). {{populationof}} Lemery is thought to be named after the Spanish Governor-General José Lemery, but by folklore, is rather named after a legendary Roberto Lemery, a Spanish military captain who fell in love with the town's residents. The municipality used to be a part of nearby Taal until it was separated in 1861. The town was mostly destroyed by American bombing during World War II, and was rebuilt afterwards. ===Orientation=== Lemery is a large municipality, including rural areas to the north, at the foot of Mount Batulao. Commercial activity is found in the ''Poblacion'' (downtown), which is divided into smaller barangays for administrative purposes, and approximately bordered by the Palanas and Pansipit rivers. Resorts and accommodations, as well as the bus stations and a new commercial district, are to the west of Poblacion. The rural area to the north houses Leisure Farms and Fantasy World. * {{listing | name=Municipal tourist office | url=https://www.lemerybatangas.gov.ph/government/municipal-department/tourism | phone=+63 43 740 0157 | email=tourism@lemerybatangas.gov.ph | content=In addition to the website, they have a [https://www.facebook.com/turismongLemery/ Facebook page]. }} The '''Taal-Lemery Bypass''' or Diversion Road runs along the hypoteneuse of an approximately right triangle whose short side goes through downtown Taal and long side through downtown Lemery. It is a developing area, with hotels, a mall, and several residential subdivisions. It also has a large new hospital; Lemery has others but Taal does not. In Lemery the diversion road terminates on the western side of town with Xentro Mall and the DLTB Bus Terminal nearby. A short drive westward is the junction heading to Agoncillo and towns along the western shore of Taal Lake. The junction with Diokno Highway leading to [[Tagaytay]] and other parts of [[Cavite]] lies further west at Barangay Mahayahay. In Taal the road terminates at the "Flying V" junction whence a highway leads toward Batangas City. ==Get in== Getting to Lemery is easy, though for any mode of transport traffic jams in the suburbs of Manila or Batangas City often make the journey quite slow. Lemery is served by '''buses''' from [[Metro Manila|Manila]], [[Batangas City]], or [[Nasugbu]]. *{{go | name=DLTBCo. | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=Terminal opposite Xentro Mall | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Hourly departures from its Buendia terminal in Pasay, Metro Manila, and four times a day from its terminal in Cubao, Quezon City. }} *{{go | name=Batman Starexpress | alt=BSC | content=Has trips between Batangas City and Nasugbu via Lemery, with departures every hour. }} Fares from Manila for either DLTB or JAM are at around {{PHP|230}} from Buendia or {{PHP|250}} from Cubao. Trips take about 3 hours, depending on traffic conditions. [[Jeepney]]s can also be used to reach Lemery or Taal from Batangas City, but service is infrequent and sometimes slow. Unless your budget is very tight, take the more comfortable bus instead. For cars coming from [[Batangas City]], Palico-Balayan-Batangas Road (Route 436) is the main route. It becomes Ilustre Avenue, the town's main street running between the Diversion Road and the boundary with Taal at Pansipit River. ==Get around== {{mapframe}} Most travel within Lemery or Taal, and between the two, is by [[traysikel|tricycle]]. Fares range from {{PHP|10}} up to around 100. There are also [[jeepney]]s departing from near the Lemery market to Batangas City via [[Taal]] and to Nasugbu via [[Balayan]]. These are cheaper than the trikes for trips out to the suburbs, but not much use within Lemery. Traffic jams are common in the town center, and sometimes back up into neighboring Taal. ==See== * {{see | name=Fantasy World | alt= | url= | email= | address=Km 78 Diokno Highway, Masayang | lat=14.0171 | long=120.8754 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | image=The Fantasy World Castles, Batangas, Philippines - panoramio.jpg | lastedit=2018-11-24 | content={{convert|300|ha|adj=on}} theme park, though incomplete and closed to the public. It has been once used in some local fantasy-themed television dramas in the 2000s. This is, however, a common stopover for picture-taking by tourists travelling from Tagaytay to Taal. }} * {{see | name=Casa Corazon Motorcycle Museum | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/casacorazon.ph/ | email= | address=National Highway, Sinisian | lat=13.91320 | long=120.84994 | directions=Near the boundary with Calaca | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2019-10-22 | content=A private collection with many bikes and some classic cars. Lots of BMW machines including one from [[World War II in Europe|World War II]] with a machine gun mounted on the sidecar. The complex also includes a restaurant, hotel and some park areas. }} * {{see | name=Saint Roch Parish Church | alt=Lemery Church | url=https://www.facebook.com/SanRoqueParishLmry/ | email=sanroquelem@yahoo.com | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+63 917 586 9914 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q19605593 | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=Lemery's main parish church, it dates back to 1887, and used to have a Neoclassical façade with two belfries. It was badly damaged by aerial bombing at the end of World War II in 1945, and the façade was replaced by a modernist one in 1968, with the belfries demolished. }} ==Do== * '''Sigpawan Festival''' -Celebrated during Easter Sunday, the festival's highlight is the Fluvial procession along coastal areas of the town. The festival showcases the rich culture and natural resources of Lemery, with booths displaying a variety of the town's agricultural products, native delicacies and its well-known ''sinaing na tulingan''. ''Sigpaw'' is a small net with a handle that is used by fishermen to scoop fish and catch shrimps and small fry along the towns shorelines. Farmers also use it to pick fruits from trees. * {{see | name=Leisure Farms | alt= | url= | email= | address=Diokno Highway, Payapa Ibaba | lat=13.978310906011625| long=120.8813827410647 | directions=14-minute drive from Poblacion | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-24 | content=The first hobby farming community and agro-tourism site in the Philippines. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Xentro Mall Lemery | alt= | url=https://www.xentromalls.com/mall-locator/xentro-mall-lemery/ | email= | address=National Highway, Malinis | lat=13.8957 | long=120.9047 | directions= | phone=+63 917 241 1596 | tollfree= | hours=9AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=First major mall in town. Has a Robinsons supermarket, and hotel beside it (see [[#Sleep]]). }} * {{buy | name=SM Center Lemery | alt= | url=https://www.smsupermalls.com/mall-locator/sm-center-lemery/information | email=customercare@smsupermalls.com | address=Ilustre Avenue corner P. Gomez Street, District IV | lat=13.88770 | long=120.91275 | directions=Beside Metro Lemery Medical Center | phone=+63 917 876 1111, +63 908 876 1111 | tollfree=02 8876 1111 | hours=10AM-9PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-09 | content=Quite a large mall. Has a SM Hypermarket, Watson's pharmacy and fast food chains. }} * {{buy | name=Lemery Public Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Lakandula Street | lat=13.88065 | long=120.91178 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-08 | content=Crowded and noisy central market, selling cheap produce and dry goods. }} * {{buy | name=Citimart | alt= | url= | email= | address=Diokno II Street | lat=13.8806058 | long=120.9173454 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6:30AM-10PM | price= | lastedit=2018-12-08 | content=Opens early and closes late. Cheaper buys than the major chains SM Hypermarket and Robinsons. }} ==Eat== All the malls have restaurants, there are fast food places both in malls and along the main street, and cheap Filipino-style ''carinderia'' in various areas, especially near the market. * {{eat | name=Gangnam Korean Restaurant | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/GangNamLemery/ | email= | address=Ilustre Street, Malinis | lat=13.89547 | long=120.90585 | directions=Behind the Phoenix gas station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2018-12-08 | content=Mid-range Korean dining with BBQ grill. }} There is another Korean place offering an all-you-can-eat buffet for P199, on the east side of Illustre Avenue south of SM. Indian food is available in the evenings from a stall outside the town hall. That is part of a large group of stalls and carts mostly serving Filipino food. ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Jamocha Cafe & Bistro | directions=next to Gangnam Korean Restaurant | content=Mostly Filipino food, decent quality and prices. Live music some nights. }} ==Sleep== There were few hotels in town a few years back, except perhaps for beach resorts, but the economic boom in Lemery resulted in increasing number of hotels spawning around. The town has become a major stopover for travellers to western Batangas. Hotels around Lemery are generally mid-range, whereas in Taal almost all available accommodation is expensive by local standards (₱2,000 and above). * {{sleep | name=Apollo Hotel | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/HotelApolloLemery/ | email=myhotelapollo@gmail.com | address=National Highway, Matingain | lat=13.91176 | long=120.88330 | directions= | phone=+63 908 889 0950 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₱1,430 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Mid-range drive-in hotel, with A/C rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Dreamwave Hotel Lemery | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/DreamwaveHotelLemery/ | email=dreamwavelemery@gmail.com | address=National Highway, Malinis | lat=13.896346 | long=120.904749 | directions=attached to Xentro Mall | phone=+63 936 921 2487 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₱1,160 | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=A/C rooms with cable TV, gym and heated shower rooms. }} Outside downtown, Casa Corazon has a hotel, as well as a motorcycle museum listed under [[#See]]. There are a whole group of beach resorts somewhat north of town in the Purok area, turn left off the highway about a km beyond the bypass. The beach is black sand and underwater there is a gradual slope with few rocks and little seaweed. * {{sleep | name=Orlando's Beach Resort | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/orlandosbeachresort/ | email=orlandosbeachresort@gmail.com | address= | lat=13.8957 | long=120.8929 | directions= | phone=+63 916 652 1028 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content=Free WiFi. Swimming pool. }} * {{sleep | name=Lemerish Beachotel | alt=Telstar Beach Resort | url=https://lemerish.com/ | email=lemerishbeachotel@gmail.com, reserve@lemerish.com | address=Nonong Casto | lat=13.894203 | long=120.894424 | directions= | phone=+63 915 309 8502, +63 961 140 1394 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-06 | content= }} == Stay safe == Flashfloods and mudslides can occur in the town center during the rainy season, particularly at the junction of Taal Diversion Road and the national highway in front of XentroMall. The Diokno Highway is also prone to landslides and road closures. If traveling between Lemery and Tagaytay, alternate routes are through the Agoncillo-Laurel Road or the Palico-Balayan-Batangas Road, which has a junction with the Tagaytay-Nasugbu Highway in Tuy. Apart from the weather, the most serious nature-related safety issue in Lemery is the threat of [[Taal Volcano]]. The 2020 eruption led to Lemery and other towns within a 14 to 17-kilometer danger zone radius surrounding the volcano being placed under a "lockdown" (evacuated and abandoned) two months before the word became synonymous with the COVID-19 pandemic. While that eruption did not escalate, authorities fear that a full eruption could generate pyroclastic surges that could traverse Taal Lake and obliterate Lemery given its relatively flat location on the lake's southern shore. Hence it is best to regularly check the volcano's alert levels and heed instructions by authorities in cases of heightened activity or a major eruption. PHIVOLCS maintains an alert level system of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest. Avoid all but necessary travel to the area if Level 3 is raised, and do not travel at all to Lemery once alert level 4 is in place. ==Stay healthy== There are several hospitals, including large ones across the street from Xentro Mall and out on the Taal-Lemery bypass road, and a few small ones along Illustre Street (Lemery's main drag). *{{listing | name=Metro Lemery Medical Center | alt=MLMC | url=http://mlmc.com.ph/index.html | email= | address=2005 Palanas | lat=13.887741115477144| long=120.91179383866509 | directions=next to (north of) the SM Mall | phone=+ 63 43 409 0480 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=This hospital is moderately large, quite modern, and seems well-run. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== Lemery is the hub location for trips to western Batangas from the east. Car travellers who go to [[Tagaytay]] first will stop at Lemery before proceeding to the rest of western Batangas or to the south to [[Mabini]] or [[Batangas City]]. Lemery has no interesting beaches downtown, though there are some in Barangay Purok to the north. Beyond those, the highway runs along the bay to the towns of [[Calaca]] and [[Balayan]], both of which have some beach resorts. The highway continues to [[Nasugbu]] which has many resorts. Just south of Lemery is the heritage town of [[Taal]], whose old downtown is designated a National Historical Landmark. Beyond it is [[San Luis (Batangas)|San Luis]] which has beaches and resorts. The best-known beach resort area in the region is [[Mabini]] to the south. Take the highway toward Batangas City and turn off for Mabini. {{routebox | placename=Lemery | image1=N410 (Philippines).svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Tagaytay]] | minorl1='''[[Nasugbu]]''' (via [[File:N407 (Philippines).svg|22px|link=]]) | directionr1=S | majorr1=END | minorr1= | link1= | caption1= | image2=N436 (Philippines).svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=W | majorl2=[[Balayan]] | minorl2=[[Calaca]] | directionr2=E | majorr2=[[Batangas City]] | minorr2='''[[Taal]]''' | link2= | caption2= }} {{IsPartOf|Western Batangas}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|13.8852|120.9123|zoom=15}} lnlwcjkvq63inl2y0na1nudy0ee71da 0 173857 5328409 5327413 2026-08-14T17:00:44Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Buy */ Updated listing for Xentro Mall 5328409 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Cabagan banner.jpg}} {{About|the municipality in Isabela, Philippines|the municipality in Zambales, Philippines|Cabangan}} '''Cabagan''' is a municipality of [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]]. {{mapframe}} ==Understand== Cabagan is the oldest surviving municipality in Isabela, having been established by the Spanish in 1646 at a site now occupied by the neighboring town of San Pablo. In 1877, the town was moved to its present site, on the south side of the Pinacanauan de Cabagan River. In 1879, the town of Santa Maria, on the west bank of the Cagayan River, was split from Cabagan. When the original settlement in San Pablo was reestablished in 1888, the Spanish renamed the site Cabagan Viejo (Old Cabagan) and called the 1877 town Cabagan Nuevo (New Cabagan). During the American period, the Nuevo was dropped while Cabagan Viejo was renamed San Pablo. In 1949, several barangays on the west bank of the Cagayan River were again separated to form the new municipality of Santo Tomas. {{populationof}}. Cabagan is the economic center of the northernmost parts of Isabela and forms a minor conurbation with Santa Maria, San Pablo and Santo Tomas. Hence this guide will also cover the said municipalities. ==Talk== Unlike the rest of Isabela, Cabagan is a bastion of the Ibanag language, although most residents will understand Ilocano and Tagalog. ==Get in== The nearest airport is in Tuguegarao. Cabagan is along the Maharlika Highway (Pan-Philippine Highway, Asian Highway 26) to [[Tuguegarao]], and there are buses passing here generally every hour all day. The main bus stops are at the XentroMall junction, where a road leads west to the neighboring town of Santa Maria, and in front of Milagros District Hospital. Both stops are shared with tricycles. Another bus stop in Barangay Cansan leads to Santo Tomas and has a tricycle stop. An alternate route is a secondary road from Delfin Albano. Santa Maria is also traversed by the Tuguegarao-Roxas-Santiago Road, which is parallel to the Maharlika Highway, and is served by buses to Tuguegarao passing via Roxas. However, the town’s bus stop, located in a secluded junction marked by a claypot-shaped monument, is some way off from the town center and may not be the safest place to linger at night, although there are waiting tricycles. Cabagan is also serviced by passenger vans plying the Tuguegarao-[[Santiago City]] route. The main van stops are at XentroMall and the Petron Gas Station in Barangay Ugad. ==Get around== Tricycles are the main form of transport. Fares start at P20. To reach the barangays west of the Cagayan River, make a detour through Cansan and Santo Tomas or catch a ferry boat in the town center. A unique, albeit slow way of travel in downtown Cabagan is through a “calesa” (horse-drawn cart). Fares start at P20. Note that calesas are only allowed on the inner roads and barred from Maharlika Highway. ==See== [[File:Interior of Ruins of San Pablo Church, San Pablo, Isabela.jpg|thumb|Ruins of San Pablo church]] * {{see | name=Cabagan Square Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.42710299324127| long=121.76498326935156 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Houses the largest carousel in the Philippines }} * {{see | name=Tulap Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Masipi East | lat=17.378315093370063 | long=121.95201782681207 | directions=From Maharlika Highway, enter the junction at Barangay Balasig leading to Masipi East. From Masipi East, a trail leads to the falls | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Newly discovered waterfall, but access is still hard. }} * {{see | name=Biwag Shrine | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Tallag | lat=17.424600 | long=121.726228 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A makeshift shrine featuring a tacky statue of Biwag, a folklorical giant. Offerings of gin and cigarettes are commonly left at the shrine, while a celebration is also held to commemorate Biwag on the feast day of Barangay Tallag, also known alternately as Biwag, every May 6. }} * {{see | name=Malasi Lake Sanctuary | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay San Antonio | lat=17.401792 | long=121.693673 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A sanctuary for the endangered Philippine Duck. }} * {{see | name=Horno | alt= | url= | email= | address=Saint Ferdinand College, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.428948 | long=121.764840 | directions=Enter the school compound and walk towards the back section. The structure is obscured by trees | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=The ruins of a towering structure that used to be an oven (''horno'') for making bricks during construction of the parish church during the Spanish era, which was not completed due to the Philippine Revolution. The present church is of a later 20th century construct. }} * {{see | name=Cabagan-Santa Maria Bridge | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Casibarag Norte | lat=17.451426 | long=121.748492 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A multi-arched bridge that took nearly 10 years to build, only to collapse a month after its opening in 2025. After repairs, it reopened a year later to light vehicles. Despite this, the structure retains its imposing look and provides great views over the Cagayan River. }} * {{see | name=San Pablo Church | alt=St. Paul the Apostle Parish Church, San Pablo Church Ruins| url=| email= | address=Barangay Poblacion, San Pablo| lat=17.448665716697853| long=121.79346458426095| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q124556310 | lastedit=2026-01-22 | wikipedia=San Pablo Church Ruins | content=The oldest church in Isabela, built in the 17th century. }} * {{see | name=Cabagan Triangle Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.427619 | long=121.771942 | directions=in front of Iglesia ni Cristo | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A small park in the middle of a road junction. It features a clock tower using LED screens and a statue of a horse-drawn cart (''calesa''), a monument to Cabagan being one of the few places in the country to retain this mode of transport. }} * {{see | name=Tupa | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay San Vicente, San Pablo | lat=17.485165 | long=121.878508 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A stretch of rapids at the point where the Pinacanauan River leaves the Sierra Madre that is a favorite swimming spot for locals. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Balay Rosalinda Resort | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mabini Avenue, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.433807 | long=121.762817 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A recreational venue with swimming pool and karaoke in the town center. }} * {{do | name=Round Rock Resort | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cansan | lat=17.393597 | long=121.816333 | directions=at the back of the CENRO building | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A recreational venue with swimming pool and karaoke near Cansan junction. For those who are not squeamish, a cockfighting arena opened a few meters away in 2026. }} * {{do | name=Josefina T. Albano Sports and Cultural Complex | alt=Cabagan Gymnasium | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426531 | long=121.768016 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|20}} during basketball league matches | lastedit=2026-05-20 | content=Said to be the largest municipal arena in Cagayan Valley at the time of inauguration, this hosted travelling matches of the Philippine Basketball Association in the 2000s. It now hosts barangay level leagues and pageants, while during vacant times, residents just play basketball in the court. }} * {{do | name=Kalesa, Kabayu, Kalaseru Festival | alt=KKK Festival | url= | email= | address=Cabagan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=January 15-25 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-12 | content=Cabagan celebrates its patronal fiesta in honor of Saint Paul the Apostle on January 25. Starting January 15, a variety of events are held to celebrate the town's culture, including its pancit and especially the kalesas, hence the names ''Kalesa'' (cart), ''Kabayu'' (horse) and ''Kalaseru'' (coachman). }} * {{do | name=Baka Festival | alt= | url= | email= | address=San Pablo | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=January 10-15 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-12 | content=San Pablo's patronal fiesta is held on January 15 and celebrates the town's agrarian tradition, particularly the raising of cows. Highlights include rodeo and motorbike competitions. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Xentro Mall | alt= | url=https://www.xentromalls.com/mall-locator/xentro-mall-cabagan/ | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.427104 | long=121.774203 | directions=beside the public market | phone=+63 927 217 3950 | tollfree= | hours=9AM-8PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Has a Savemore grocery and a BDO bank branch with ATM. }} * {{buy | name=Cabagan Public Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.428287 | long=121.773544 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=Has a gift shop run selling local delicacies. Market day on Sundays, when there are more merchandise to be bought than usual. }} Santa Maria is known for its production of pottery made from clay gathered from the banks of the Cagayan River. Roadside stalls selling them can be found along the highway in barangays Mozzozzin Norte and Quinagabian. ==Eat== Cabagan is known nationally for its eponymous noodles (pansi) that features soy sauce, chopped fried pork belly, and shallots. There are multiple panciterias selling the dish in town. While there are imitation restaurants nationwide, residents say that authentic pancit Cabagan is made using Mor, a brand of soy sauce that is difficult to find outside Cabagan. * {{eat | name=GM's Food House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/gmfoodhouse | email=omabbayad15@gmail.com | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.427676 | long=121.760586 | directions= | phone=+63 927 350 9725 | tollfree= | hours=8AM-8PM | price={{PHP|200-500}} | lastedit=2026-08-13 | content=A restaurant serving Chinese-Filipino dishes. Also does bulk orders. }} * {{eat | name=Aling Kikay's Panciteria | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Anao | lat=17.425153 | long=121.777042 | directions=in front of Milagros District Hospital | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|100-200}} | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=The oldest surviving panciteria in Cabagan, founded by a descendant of a Chinese immigrant who invented pancit Cabagan during the American period. Aling Kikay's children also run adjacent panciterias. }} * {{eat | name=Mariloi's | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.416038 | long=121.803076 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|100-200}} | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=Panciteria serving pancit Cabagan. Due to its popularity, an extension with more seating and menu items, along with a gift shop selling foodstuffs was opened a few meters down the highway. }} * {{eat | name=American Ribs & Wings | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/ARWAntonioLunaStCentroCabaganIsabela/ | email=nikkimaguliano0007@gmail.com | address=Antonio Luna Street, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426460 | long=121.765477 | directions=beside the municipal hall | phone=+63 965 869 9694 | tollfree= | hours=10AM–8PM | price={{PHP|95-200}} | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A chicken wings and pork ribs restaurant offering meals paired with rice as well as pancit Cabagan. Group-sized platters are also available. }} * {{eat | name=Alfresco Pizzeria and Bistro | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/alfrescopizzeriabistro/ | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.431246 | long=121.773724 | directions= | phone=+63 953 325 8230 | tollfree= | hours=10AM-10PM Su-Tu, 1-10PM W, 10AM-10PM Th, 10AM-11PM F-Sa | price={{PHP|200-400}} | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A rooftop Italian restobar serving pizza and pasta. Has live music on weekends. }} * {{eat | name=El Bistro | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Centro | lat=17.426666 | long=121.761936 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|200-500}} | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A restaurant serving Filipino and some Western cuisine. }} * {{eat | name=The Hood | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/thehood888/ | email=majbagunu818@gmail.com | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.435654 | long=121.758177 | directions= | phone=+63 951 017 6794 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A restaurant set up in the yard of a private residence that also serves fried rice meals. }} * {{eat | name=Hot Plate Steakhouse | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/p/Hot-Plate-Steakhouse-100063926980135/ | email=crichene@gmail.com | address=Alfonso Binag Street, Purok 2, Barangay Anao | lat=17.425604 | long=121.766852 | directions= | phone=+63 915 182 9023 | tollfree= | hours=10AM–9PM | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A grill house with live music on weekends. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Apayao Brew | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.419701 | long=121.791695 | directions=beside Clean Fuel gasoline station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=P80-200 | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A coffeeshop that also serves a favorite hanging-out spot for residents. }} * {{drink | name=Cafe Eggspresso | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ngarag | lat=17.424597 | long=121.778296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A cafe that also serves Korean egg drop sandwiches. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Four J's Hotel and Inn | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.416713176048546| long=121.8025535718451 | directions=near the junction leading to Barangay Angancasilian | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Each room has a carport, but the place may be infested with flies due to a nearby chicken farm. }} ==Stay safe== Low-lying areas such as Santo Tomas, Barangays Pilig Abajo, Pilig Alto, and the barangays west of the Cagayan River are frequently inundated during the rainy season. Violence frequently flares up in San Pablo and Santo Tomas during election season. ==Connect== The town's postal code is 3328, while that of San Pablo, Santa Maria and Santo Tomas are 3329, 3330 and 3327 respectively. * {{listing | name=Cabagan Tourism and Socio-Cultural Office | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/p/Cabagan-Tourism-and-Socio-Cultural-Office-61577188353224/ | email=ilinacabagan@gmail.com | address=Municipal Hall, Centro | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+63 927 703 4712 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Cabagan Post Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426398 | long=121.764898 | directions=inside the Municipal Hall complex | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Go next== {{routebox | placename=Cabagan | image1=AH26 (N1) sign.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Tuguegarao]] | minorl1=[[Cabagan|San Pablo]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Ilagan]] | minorr1=[[Tumauini]] | link1=Asian Highway 26 | caption1= }} {{IsPartOf|Isabela (province)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|17.433333|121.766667|zoom=13}} 25d4es5n9w6tn5pwuaq7sr4o88wdl7q 5328412 5328409 2026-08-14T17:01:38Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Eat */ Updated listing for Mariloi's 5328412 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Cabagan banner.jpg}} {{About|the municipality in Isabela, Philippines|the municipality in Zambales, Philippines|Cabangan}} '''Cabagan''' is a municipality of [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]]. {{mapframe}} ==Understand== Cabagan is the oldest surviving municipality in Isabela, having been established by the Spanish in 1646 at a site now occupied by the neighboring town of San Pablo. In 1877, the town was moved to its present site, on the south side of the Pinacanauan de Cabagan River. In 1879, the town of Santa Maria, on the west bank of the Cagayan River, was split from Cabagan. When the original settlement in San Pablo was reestablished in 1888, the Spanish renamed the site Cabagan Viejo (Old Cabagan) and called the 1877 town Cabagan Nuevo (New Cabagan). During the American period, the Nuevo was dropped while Cabagan Viejo was renamed San Pablo. In 1949, several barangays on the west bank of the Cagayan River were again separated to form the new municipality of Santo Tomas. {{populationof}}. Cabagan is the economic center of the northernmost parts of Isabela and forms a minor conurbation with Santa Maria, San Pablo and Santo Tomas. Hence this guide will also cover the said municipalities. ==Talk== Unlike the rest of Isabela, Cabagan is a bastion of the Ibanag language, although most residents will understand Ilocano and Tagalog. ==Get in== The nearest airport is in Tuguegarao. Cabagan is along the Maharlika Highway (Pan-Philippine Highway, Asian Highway 26) to [[Tuguegarao]], and there are buses passing here generally every hour all day. The main bus stops are at the XentroMall junction, where a road leads west to the neighboring town of Santa Maria, and in front of Milagros District Hospital. Both stops are shared with tricycles. Another bus stop in Barangay Cansan leads to Santo Tomas and has a tricycle stop. An alternate route is a secondary road from Delfin Albano. Santa Maria is also traversed by the Tuguegarao-Roxas-Santiago Road, which is parallel to the Maharlika Highway, and is served by buses to Tuguegarao passing via Roxas. However, the town’s bus stop, located in a secluded junction marked by a claypot-shaped monument, is some way off from the town center and may not be the safest place to linger at night, although there are waiting tricycles. Cabagan is also serviced by passenger vans plying the Tuguegarao-[[Santiago City]] route. The main van stops are at XentroMall and the Petron Gas Station in Barangay Ugad. ==Get around== Tricycles are the main form of transport. Fares start at P20. To reach the barangays west of the Cagayan River, make a detour through Cansan and Santo Tomas or catch a ferry boat in the town center. A unique, albeit slow way of travel in downtown Cabagan is through a “calesa” (horse-drawn cart). Fares start at P20. Note that calesas are only allowed on the inner roads and barred from Maharlika Highway. ==See== [[File:Interior of Ruins of San Pablo Church, San Pablo, Isabela.jpg|thumb|Ruins of San Pablo church]] * {{see | name=Cabagan Square Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.42710299324127| long=121.76498326935156 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Houses the largest carousel in the Philippines }} * {{see | name=Tulap Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Masipi East | lat=17.378315093370063 | long=121.95201782681207 | directions=From Maharlika Highway, enter the junction at Barangay Balasig leading to Masipi East. From Masipi East, a trail leads to the falls | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Newly discovered waterfall, but access is still hard. }} * {{see | name=Biwag Shrine | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Tallag | lat=17.424600 | long=121.726228 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A makeshift shrine featuring a tacky statue of Biwag, a folklorical giant. Offerings of gin and cigarettes are commonly left at the shrine, while a celebration is also held to commemorate Biwag on the feast day of Barangay Tallag, also known alternately as Biwag, every May 6. }} * {{see | name=Malasi Lake Sanctuary | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay San Antonio | lat=17.401792 | long=121.693673 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A sanctuary for the endangered Philippine Duck. }} * {{see | name=Horno | alt= | url= | email= | address=Saint Ferdinand College, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.428948 | long=121.764840 | directions=Enter the school compound and walk towards the back section. The structure is obscured by trees | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=The ruins of a towering structure that used to be an oven (''horno'') for making bricks during construction of the parish church during the Spanish era, which was not completed due to the Philippine Revolution. The present church is of a later 20th century construct. }} * {{see | name=Cabagan-Santa Maria Bridge | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Casibarag Norte | lat=17.451426 | long=121.748492 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A multi-arched bridge that took nearly 10 years to build, only to collapse a month after its opening in 2025. After repairs, it reopened a year later to light vehicles. Despite this, the structure retains its imposing look and provides great views over the Cagayan River. }} * {{see | name=San Pablo Church | alt=St. Paul the Apostle Parish Church, San Pablo Church Ruins| url=| email= | address=Barangay Poblacion, San Pablo| lat=17.448665716697853| long=121.79346458426095| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q124556310 | lastedit=2026-01-22 | wikipedia=San Pablo Church Ruins | content=The oldest church in Isabela, built in the 17th century. }} * {{see | name=Cabagan Triangle Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.427619 | long=121.771942 | directions=in front of Iglesia ni Cristo | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A small park in the middle of a road junction. It features a clock tower using LED screens and a statue of a horse-drawn cart (''calesa''), a monument to Cabagan being one of the few places in the country to retain this mode of transport. }} * {{see | name=Tupa | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay San Vicente, San Pablo | lat=17.485165 | long=121.878508 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A stretch of rapids at the point where the Pinacanauan River leaves the Sierra Madre that is a favorite swimming spot for locals. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Balay Rosalinda Resort | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mabini Avenue, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.433807 | long=121.762817 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A recreational venue with swimming pool and karaoke in the town center. }} * {{do | name=Round Rock Resort | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cansan | lat=17.393597 | long=121.816333 | directions=at the back of the CENRO building | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A recreational venue with swimming pool and karaoke near Cansan junction. For those who are not squeamish, a cockfighting arena opened a few meters away in 2026. }} * {{do | name=Josefina T. Albano Sports and Cultural Complex | alt=Cabagan Gymnasium | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426531 | long=121.768016 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|20}} during basketball league matches | lastedit=2026-05-20 | content=Said to be the largest municipal arena in Cagayan Valley at the time of inauguration, this hosted travelling matches of the Philippine Basketball Association in the 2000s. It now hosts barangay level leagues and pageants, while during vacant times, residents just play basketball in the court. }} * {{do | name=Kalesa, Kabayu, Kalaseru Festival | alt=KKK Festival | url= | email= | address=Cabagan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=January 15-25 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-12 | content=Cabagan celebrates its patronal fiesta in honor of Saint Paul the Apostle on January 25. Starting January 15, a variety of events are held to celebrate the town's culture, including its pancit and especially the kalesas, hence the names ''Kalesa'' (cart), ''Kabayu'' (horse) and ''Kalaseru'' (coachman). }} * {{do | name=Baka Festival | alt= | url= | email= | address=San Pablo | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=January 10-15 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-12 | content=San Pablo's patronal fiesta is held on January 15 and celebrates the town's agrarian tradition, particularly the raising of cows. Highlights include rodeo and motorbike competitions. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Xentro Mall | alt= | url=https://www.xentromalls.com/mall-locator/xentro-mall-cabagan/ | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.427104 | long=121.774203 | directions=beside the public market | phone=+63 927 217 3950 | tollfree= | hours=9AM-8PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Has a Savemore grocery and a BDO bank branch with ATM. }} * {{buy | name=Cabagan Public Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.428287 | long=121.773544 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=Has a gift shop run selling local delicacies. Market day on Sundays, when there are more merchandise to be bought than usual. }} Santa Maria is known for its production of pottery made from clay gathered from the banks of the Cagayan River. Roadside stalls selling them can be found along the highway in barangays Mozzozzin Norte and Quinagabian. ==Eat== Cabagan is known nationally for its eponymous noodles (pansi) that features soy sauce, chopped fried pork belly, and shallots. There are multiple panciterias selling the dish in town. While there are imitation restaurants nationwide, residents say that authentic pancit Cabagan is made using Mor, a brand of soy sauce that is difficult to find outside Cabagan. * {{eat | name=GM's Food House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/gmfoodhouse | email=omabbayad15@gmail.com | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.427676 | long=121.760586 | directions= | phone=+63 927 350 9725 | tollfree= | hours=8AM-8PM | price={{PHP|200-500}} | lastedit=2026-08-13 | content=A restaurant serving Chinese-Filipino dishes. Also does bulk orders. }} * {{eat | name=Aling Kikay's Panciteria | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Anao | lat=17.425153 | long=121.777042 | directions=in front of Milagros District Hospital | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|100-200}} | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=The oldest surviving panciteria in Cabagan, founded by a descendant of a Chinese immigrant who invented pancit Cabagan during the American period. Aling Kikay's children also run adjacent panciterias. }} * {{eat | name=Mariloi's | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/MariloisRestaurant/ | email=marlontagao@yahoo.com | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.416038 | long=121.803076 | directions= | phone=+63 917 505 1269 | tollfree= | hours=7AM-10:30PM | price={{PHP|100-200}} | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Panciteria serving pancit Cabagan. Due to its popularity, an extension with more seating and menu items, along with a gift shop selling foodstuffs was opened a few meters down the highway. }} * {{eat | name=American Ribs & Wings | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/ARWAntonioLunaStCentroCabaganIsabela/ | email=nikkimaguliano0007@gmail.com | address=Antonio Luna Street, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426460 | long=121.765477 | directions=beside the municipal hall | phone=+63 965 869 9694 | tollfree= | hours=10AM–8PM | price={{PHP|95-200}} | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A chicken wings and pork ribs restaurant offering meals paired with rice as well as pancit Cabagan. Group-sized platters are also available. }} * {{eat | name=Alfresco Pizzeria and Bistro | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/alfrescopizzeriabistro/ | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.431246 | long=121.773724 | directions= | phone=+63 953 325 8230 | tollfree= | hours=10AM-10PM Su-Tu, 1-10PM W, 10AM-10PM Th, 10AM-11PM F-Sa | price={{PHP|200-400}} | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A rooftop Italian restobar serving pizza and pasta. Has live music on weekends. }} * {{eat | name=El Bistro | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Centro | lat=17.426666 | long=121.761936 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|200-500}} | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A restaurant serving Filipino and some Western cuisine. }} * {{eat | name=The Hood | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/thehood888/ | email=majbagunu818@gmail.com | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.435654 | long=121.758177 | directions= | phone=+63 951 017 6794 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A restaurant set up in the yard of a private residence that also serves fried rice meals. }} * {{eat | name=Hot Plate Steakhouse | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/p/Hot-Plate-Steakhouse-100063926980135/ | email=crichene@gmail.com | address=Alfonso Binag Street, Purok 2, Barangay Anao | lat=17.425604 | long=121.766852 | directions= | phone=+63 915 182 9023 | tollfree= | hours=10AM–9PM | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A grill house with live music on weekends. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Apayao Brew | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.419701 | long=121.791695 | directions=beside Clean Fuel gasoline station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=P80-200 | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A coffeeshop that also serves a favorite hanging-out spot for residents. }} * {{drink | name=Cafe Eggspresso | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ngarag | lat=17.424597 | long=121.778296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A cafe that also serves Korean egg drop sandwiches. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Four J's Hotel and Inn | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.416713176048546| long=121.8025535718451 | directions=near the junction leading to Barangay Angancasilian | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Each room has a carport, but the place may be infested with flies due to a nearby chicken farm. }} ==Stay safe== Low-lying areas such as Santo Tomas, Barangays Pilig Abajo, Pilig Alto, and the barangays west of the Cagayan River are frequently inundated during the rainy season. Violence frequently flares up in San Pablo and Santo Tomas during election season. ==Connect== The town's postal code is 3328, while that of San Pablo, Santa Maria and Santo Tomas are 3329, 3330 and 3327 respectively. * {{listing | name=Cabagan Tourism and Socio-Cultural Office | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/p/Cabagan-Tourism-and-Socio-Cultural-Office-61577188353224/ | email=ilinacabagan@gmail.com | address=Municipal Hall, Centro | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+63 927 703 4712 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Cabagan Post Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426398 | long=121.764898 | directions=inside the Municipal Hall complex | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Go next== {{routebox | placename=Cabagan | image1=AH26 (N1) sign.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Tuguegarao]] | minorl1=[[Cabagan|San Pablo]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Ilagan]] | minorr1=[[Tumauini]] | link1=Asian Highway 26 | caption1= }} {{IsPartOf|Isabela (province)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|17.433333|121.766667|zoom=13}} s90nu4nbg2xmb2qx3fg93j71d46kuhn 5328415 5328412 2026-08-14T17:03:12Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Drink */ Updated listing for Cafe Eggspresso 5328415 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Cabagan banner.jpg}} {{About|the municipality in Isabela, Philippines|the municipality in Zambales, Philippines|Cabangan}} '''Cabagan''' is a municipality of [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]]. {{mapframe}} ==Understand== Cabagan is the oldest surviving municipality in Isabela, having been established by the Spanish in 1646 at a site now occupied by the neighboring town of San Pablo. In 1877, the town was moved to its present site, on the south side of the Pinacanauan de Cabagan River. In 1879, the town of Santa Maria, on the west bank of the Cagayan River, was split from Cabagan. When the original settlement in San Pablo was reestablished in 1888, the Spanish renamed the site Cabagan Viejo (Old Cabagan) and called the 1877 town Cabagan Nuevo (New Cabagan). During the American period, the Nuevo was dropped while Cabagan Viejo was renamed San Pablo. In 1949, several barangays on the west bank of the Cagayan River were again separated to form the new municipality of Santo Tomas. {{populationof}}. Cabagan is the economic center of the northernmost parts of Isabela and forms a minor conurbation with Santa Maria, San Pablo and Santo Tomas. Hence this guide will also cover the said municipalities. ==Talk== Unlike the rest of Isabela, Cabagan is a bastion of the Ibanag language, although most residents will understand Ilocano and Tagalog. ==Get in== The nearest airport is in Tuguegarao. Cabagan is along the Maharlika Highway (Pan-Philippine Highway, Asian Highway 26) to [[Tuguegarao]], and there are buses passing here generally every hour all day. The main bus stops are at the XentroMall junction, where a road leads west to the neighboring town of Santa Maria, and in front of Milagros District Hospital. Both stops are shared with tricycles. Another bus stop in Barangay Cansan leads to Santo Tomas and has a tricycle stop. An alternate route is a secondary road from Delfin Albano. Santa Maria is also traversed by the Tuguegarao-Roxas-Santiago Road, which is parallel to the Maharlika Highway, and is served by buses to Tuguegarao passing via Roxas. However, the town’s bus stop, located in a secluded junction marked by a claypot-shaped monument, is some way off from the town center and may not be the safest place to linger at night, although there are waiting tricycles. Cabagan is also serviced by passenger vans plying the Tuguegarao-[[Santiago City]] route. The main van stops are at XentroMall and the Petron Gas Station in Barangay Ugad. ==Get around== Tricycles are the main form of transport. Fares start at P20. To reach the barangays west of the Cagayan River, make a detour through Cansan and Santo Tomas or catch a ferry boat in the town center. A unique, albeit slow way of travel in downtown Cabagan is through a “calesa” (horse-drawn cart). Fares start at P20. Note that calesas are only allowed on the inner roads and barred from Maharlika Highway. ==See== [[File:Interior of Ruins of San Pablo Church, San Pablo, Isabela.jpg|thumb|Ruins of San Pablo church]] * {{see | name=Cabagan Square Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.42710299324127| long=121.76498326935156 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Houses the largest carousel in the Philippines }} * {{see | name=Tulap Falls | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Masipi East | lat=17.378315093370063 | long=121.95201782681207 | directions=From Maharlika Highway, enter the junction at Barangay Balasig leading to Masipi East. From Masipi East, a trail leads to the falls | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Newly discovered waterfall, but access is still hard. }} * {{see | name=Biwag Shrine | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Tallag | lat=17.424600 | long=121.726228 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A makeshift shrine featuring a tacky statue of Biwag, a folklorical giant. Offerings of gin and cigarettes are commonly left at the shrine, while a celebration is also held to commemorate Biwag on the feast day of Barangay Tallag, also known alternately as Biwag, every May 6. }} * {{see | name=Malasi Lake Sanctuary | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay San Antonio | lat=17.401792 | long=121.693673 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A sanctuary for the endangered Philippine Duck. }} * {{see | name=Horno | alt= | url= | email= | address=Saint Ferdinand College, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.428948 | long=121.764840 | directions=Enter the school compound and walk towards the back section. The structure is obscured by trees | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=The ruins of a towering structure that used to be an oven (''horno'') for making bricks during construction of the parish church during the Spanish era, which was not completed due to the Philippine Revolution. The present church is of a later 20th century construct. }} * {{see | name=Cabagan-Santa Maria Bridge | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Casibarag Norte | lat=17.451426 | long=121.748492 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A multi-arched bridge that took nearly 10 years to build, only to collapse a month after its opening in 2025. After repairs, it reopened a year later to light vehicles. Despite this, the structure retains its imposing look and provides great views over the Cagayan River. }} * {{see | name=San Pablo Church | alt=St. Paul the Apostle Parish Church, San Pablo Church Ruins| url=| email= | address=Barangay Poblacion, San Pablo| lat=17.448665716697853| long=121.79346458426095| directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q124556310 | lastedit=2026-01-22 | wikipedia=San Pablo Church Ruins | content=The oldest church in Isabela, built in the 17th century. }} * {{see | name=Cabagan Triangle Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.427619 | long=121.771942 | directions=in front of Iglesia ni Cristo | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A small park in the middle of a road junction. It features a clock tower using LED screens and a statue of a horse-drawn cart (''calesa''), a monument to Cabagan being one of the few places in the country to retain this mode of transport. }} * {{see | name=Tupa | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay San Vicente, San Pablo | lat=17.485165 | long=121.878508 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=A stretch of rapids at the point where the Pinacanauan River leaves the Sierra Madre that is a favorite swimming spot for locals. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Balay Rosalinda Resort | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mabini Avenue, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.433807 | long=121.762817 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A recreational venue with swimming pool and karaoke in the town center. }} * {{do | name=Round Rock Resort | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cansan | lat=17.393597 | long=121.816333 | directions=at the back of the CENRO building | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A recreational venue with swimming pool and karaoke near Cansan junction. For those who are not squeamish, a cockfighting arena opened a few meters away in 2026. }} * {{do | name=Josefina T. Albano Sports and Cultural Complex | alt=Cabagan Gymnasium | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426531 | long=121.768016 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|20}} during basketball league matches | lastedit=2026-05-20 | content=Said to be the largest municipal arena in Cagayan Valley at the time of inauguration, this hosted travelling matches of the Philippine Basketball Association in the 2000s. It now hosts barangay level leagues and pageants, while during vacant times, residents just play basketball in the court. }} * {{do | name=Kalesa, Kabayu, Kalaseru Festival | alt=KKK Festival | url= | email= | address=Cabagan | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=January 15-25 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-12 | content=Cabagan celebrates its patronal fiesta in honor of Saint Paul the Apostle on January 25. Starting January 15, a variety of events are held to celebrate the town's culture, including its pancit and especially the kalesas, hence the names ''Kalesa'' (cart), ''Kabayu'' (horse) and ''Kalaseru'' (coachman). }} * {{do | name=Baka Festival | alt= | url= | email= | address=San Pablo | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=January 10-15 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-12 | content=San Pablo's patronal fiesta is held on January 15 and celebrates the town's agrarian tradition, particularly the raising of cows. Highlights include rodeo and motorbike competitions. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Xentro Mall | alt= | url=https://www.xentromalls.com/mall-locator/xentro-mall-cabagan/ | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.427104 | long=121.774203 | directions=beside the public market | phone=+63 927 217 3950 | tollfree= | hours=9AM-8PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Has a Savemore grocery and a BDO bank branch with ATM. }} * {{buy | name=Cabagan Public Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.428287 | long=121.773544 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=Has a gift shop run selling local delicacies. Market day on Sundays, when there are more merchandise to be bought than usual. }} Santa Maria is known for its production of pottery made from clay gathered from the banks of the Cagayan River. Roadside stalls selling them can be found along the highway in barangays Mozzozzin Norte and Quinagabian. ==Eat== Cabagan is known nationally for its eponymous noodles (pansi) that features soy sauce, chopped fried pork belly, and shallots. There are multiple panciterias selling the dish in town. While there are imitation restaurants nationwide, residents say that authentic pancit Cabagan is made using Mor, a brand of soy sauce that is difficult to find outside Cabagan. * {{eat | name=GM's Food House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/gmfoodhouse | email=omabbayad15@gmail.com | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.427676 | long=121.760586 | directions= | phone=+63 927 350 9725 | tollfree= | hours=8AM-8PM | price={{PHP|200-500}} | lastedit=2026-08-13 | content=A restaurant serving Chinese-Filipino dishes. Also does bulk orders. }} * {{eat | name=Aling Kikay's Panciteria | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Anao | lat=17.425153 | long=121.777042 | directions=in front of Milagros District Hospital | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|100-200}} | lastedit=2026-04-04 | content=The oldest surviving panciteria in Cabagan, founded by a descendant of a Chinese immigrant who invented pancit Cabagan during the American period. Aling Kikay's children also run adjacent panciterias. }} * {{eat | name=Mariloi's | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/MariloisRestaurant/ | email=marlontagao@yahoo.com | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.416038 | long=121.803076 | directions= | phone=+63 917 505 1269 | tollfree= | hours=7AM-10:30PM | price={{PHP|100-200}} | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Panciteria serving pancit Cabagan. Due to its popularity, an extension with more seating and menu items, along with a gift shop selling foodstuffs was opened a few meters down the highway. }} * {{eat | name=American Ribs & Wings | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/ARWAntonioLunaStCentroCabaganIsabela/ | email=nikkimaguliano0007@gmail.com | address=Antonio Luna Street, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426460 | long=121.765477 | directions=beside the municipal hall | phone=+63 965 869 9694 | tollfree= | hours=10AM–8PM | price={{PHP|95-200}} | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A chicken wings and pork ribs restaurant offering meals paired with rice as well as pancit Cabagan. Group-sized platters are also available. }} * {{eat | name=Alfresco Pizzeria and Bistro | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/alfrescopizzeriabistro/ | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ugad | lat=17.431246 | long=121.773724 | directions= | phone=+63 953 325 8230 | tollfree= | hours=10AM-10PM Su-Tu, 1-10PM W, 10AM-10PM Th, 10AM-11PM F-Sa | price={{PHP|200-400}} | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A rooftop Italian restobar serving pizza and pasta. Has live music on weekends. }} * {{eat | name=El Bistro | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Centro | lat=17.426666 | long=121.761936 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price={{PHP|200-500}} | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A restaurant serving Filipino and some Western cuisine. }} * {{eat | name=The Hood | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/thehood888/ | email=majbagunu818@gmail.com | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Catabayungan | lat=17.435654 | long=121.758177 | directions= | phone=+63 951 017 6794 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A restaurant set up in the yard of a private residence that also serves fried rice meals. }} * {{eat | name=Hot Plate Steakhouse | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/p/Hot-Plate-Steakhouse-100063926980135/ | email=crichene@gmail.com | address=Alfonso Binag Street, Purok 2, Barangay Anao | lat=17.425604 | long=121.766852 | directions= | phone=+63 915 182 9023 | tollfree= | hours=10AM–9PM | price= | lastedit=2026-07-10 | content=A grill house with live music on weekends. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Apayao Brew | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.419701 | long=121.791695 | directions=beside Clean Fuel gasoline station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=P80-200 | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A coffeeshop that also serves a favorite hanging-out spot for residents. }} * {{drink | name=Cafe Eggspresso | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Cafe.eggspresso/ | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Ngarag | lat=17.424597 | long=121.778296 | directions=in front of Milagros District Hospital | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9AM–9PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A cafe that also serves Korean egg drop sandwiches. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Four J's Hotel and Inn | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay Cubag | lat=17.416713176048546| long=121.8025535718451 | directions=near the junction leading to Barangay Angancasilian | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Each room has a carport, but the place may be infested with flies due to a nearby chicken farm. }} ==Stay safe== Low-lying areas such as Santo Tomas, Barangays Pilig Abajo, Pilig Alto, and the barangays west of the Cagayan River are frequently inundated during the rainy season. Violence frequently flares up in San Pablo and Santo Tomas during election season. ==Connect== The town's postal code is 3328, while that of San Pablo, Santa Maria and Santo Tomas are 3329, 3330 and 3327 respectively. * {{listing | name=Cabagan Tourism and Socio-Cultural Office | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/p/Cabagan-Tourism-and-Socio-Cultural-Office-61577188353224/ | email=ilinacabagan@gmail.com | address=Municipal Hall, Centro | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+63 927 703 4712 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{listing | name=Cabagan Post Office | alt= | url= | email= | address=Cabagan-Santa Maria Road, Barangay Centro | lat=17.426398 | long=121.764898 | directions=inside the Municipal Hall complex | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Go next== {{routebox | placename=Cabagan | image1=AH26 (N1) sign.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Tuguegarao]] | minorl1=[[Cabagan|San Pablo]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Ilagan]] | minorr1=[[Tumauini]] | link1=Asian Highway 26 | caption1= }} {{IsPartOf|Isabela (province)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|17.433333|121.766667|zoom=13}} 1uxzxb9pc39yx021jel6h5t97cfwjvb 0 173858 5328399 5324427 2026-08-14T16:50:14Z Borgenland 2282829 /* See */ Added listing for Chapel of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary of Paragu 5328399 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Tumauini''' is a municipality in [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]]. It is to the north of the provincial capital, [[Ilagan]] {{mapframe}} ==Understand== Tumauini was officially established by the Spanish in the 18th century, although a mission existed in what is now Barangay Pilitan from 1598 until its destruction in an uprising in 1621. It briefly became a temporary capital of the newly-established province of Isabela in the 1850s before it moved to neighboring [[Ilagan]]. {{populationof}} ==Talk== Tumauini is more or less evenly divided between Ibanag and Ilocano speakers, although most residents will understand Tagalog. ==Get in== Tumauini is along the Maharlika Highway to [[Tuguegarao]], and there are buses passing here generally every hour all day. The main bus stops are at XentroMall and Shell Gas Station, where a junction leads to Delfin Albano. Tumauini is also serviced by passenger vans plying the Tuguegarao-Santiago route. The main van stops are shared with the bus stops above. Secondary provincial roads connect Tumauini with Ilagan and Mallig (and hence to Roxas) via Delfin Albano. ==Get around== Tricycles are the main form of transport. Fares start at P20. To reach the barangays west of the Cagayan River (Paragu and Pilitan), make a detour through Delfin Albano. ==See== * {{see | name=Tumauini Church | alt=Saint Mathias Parish Church | url=https://www.facebook.com/CatholicTumauini/ | email= | address=Barangay 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tumauini Church | wikidata=Q18217337 | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=One of the oldest churches in Isabela and a designated national treasure. It contains the only cylindrical bell tower in the Philippines. Its striking red brick facade has intricate carvings and symbols, including an inscription of its construction date of 1784. }} * {{see | name=Camp Samal | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Arcon | lat=17.286375079671043| long=121.83633798575103 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=Site of the 1977 National Jamboree of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines. This camp, whose name is formed by combining the surnames of a local couple, provides views of the Cagayan River, the town proper, and nearby Delfin Albano. }} * {{see | name=Tumauini Municipal Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=in front of St. Mathias Church | lat=17.274389 | long=121.807298 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=Tree-lined and shady park complete with a treehouse. }} * {{see | name=Magoli EcoPark | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Antagan 1st | lat=17.282972 | long=121.931667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A recreational area and swimming spot around a mini-dam at a point where the Pinacanauan de Tumauini river leavers the Sierra Madre. }} * {{see | name=Chapel of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary of Paragu | alt=Our Lady of Paragu Chapel | url= | email= | address=Barangay Road, Paragu | lat=17.253746 | long=121.820438 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A chapel in one of Tumauini's rural barangays housing the century-old venerated Marian image of Our Lady of Paragu. }} ==Do== Tumauini celebrates its patronal fiesta on February 24. This also involves celebrating the town's main product, corn. ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Xentro Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay San Pedro | lat=17.282062534126702| long=121.80798122210332 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=Has a Savemore grocery and a Uno location }} * {{buy | name=Tumauini Public Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay San Pedro | lat=17.279222 | long=121.808419 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Puregold Tumauini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway | lat=17.275838 | long=121.809491 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Jomar's Place | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ilagan-Delfin Albano-Mallig Road, Barangay 3 | lat=17.273535883267915| long=121.80779786135135 | directions= | phone=+63 78 323-2332 | tollfree= | hours=6AM-11:30PM | price= | lastedit=2019-07-30 | content=Grilled dishes, ''pancit'' and pizza. Karaoke rental available. }} * {{eat | name=Boogs Grill | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/boogsgrillandrestaurant/ | email= | address=Santa Visitacion | lat=17.271543 | long=121.807693 | directions= | phone=+63 975 824 3944 | tollfree= | hours=7AM-12MN, Su-Th, 7AM-2AM F-Sa | price= | lastedit=2026-08-08 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Kape Ilokano | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Lingaling | lat=17.284729 | long=121.806434 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-03 | content= }} * {{drink | name=Apayao Brew | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Maligaya | lat=17.273282 | long=121.816464 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-03 | content= }} ==Sleep== There are no hotels in town; the nearest ones are in Ilagan. You may pitch a tent in Camp Samal, though. ==Connect== ==Go next== {{routebox | placename=Tumauini | image1=AH26 (N1) sign.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Tuguegarao]] | minorl1=[[Cabagan]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Santiago City]] | minorr1=[[Ilagan]] | link1=Asian Highway 26 | caption1= }} {{IsPartOf|Isabela (province)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|17.266667|121.8|zoom=13}} h48ieahi0dygah1mk1q8vfh5d6yclja 5328407 5328399 2026-08-14T16:59:31Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Buy */ Updated listing for Xentro Mall 5328407 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Tumauini''' is a municipality in [[Isabela (province)|Isabela]]. It is to the north of the provincial capital, [[Ilagan]] {{mapframe}} ==Understand== Tumauini was officially established by the Spanish in the 18th century, although a mission existed in what is now Barangay Pilitan from 1598 until its destruction in an uprising in 1621. It briefly became a temporary capital of the newly-established province of Isabela in the 1850s before it moved to neighboring [[Ilagan]]. {{populationof}} ==Talk== Tumauini is more or less evenly divided between Ibanag and Ilocano speakers, although most residents will understand Tagalog. ==Get in== Tumauini is along the Maharlika Highway to [[Tuguegarao]], and there are buses passing here generally every hour all day. The main bus stops are at XentroMall and Shell Gas Station, where a junction leads to Delfin Albano. Tumauini is also serviced by passenger vans plying the Tuguegarao-Santiago route. The main van stops are shared with the bus stops above. Secondary provincial roads connect Tumauini with Ilagan and Mallig (and hence to Roxas) via Delfin Albano. ==Get around== Tricycles are the main form of transport. Fares start at P20. To reach the barangays west of the Cagayan River (Paragu and Pilitan), make a detour through Delfin Albano. ==See== * {{see | name=Tumauini Church | alt=Saint Mathias Parish Church | url=https://www.facebook.com/CatholicTumauini/ | email= | address=Barangay 4 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Tumauini Church | wikidata=Q18217337 | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=One of the oldest churches in Isabela and a designated national treasure. It contains the only cylindrical bell tower in the Philippines. Its striking red brick facade has intricate carvings and symbols, including an inscription of its construction date of 1784. }} * {{see | name=Camp Samal | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Arcon | lat=17.286375079671043| long=121.83633798575103 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=Site of the 1977 National Jamboree of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines. This camp, whose name is formed by combining the surnames of a local couple, provides views of the Cagayan River, the town proper, and nearby Delfin Albano. }} * {{see | name=Tumauini Municipal Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=in front of St. Mathias Church | lat=17.274389 | long=121.807298 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-16 | content=Tree-lined and shady park complete with a treehouse. }} * {{see | name=Magoli EcoPark | alt= | url= | email= | address=Barangay Antagan 1st | lat=17.282972 | long=121.931667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content=A recreational area and swimming spot around a mini-dam at a point where the Pinacanauan de Tumauini river leavers the Sierra Madre. }} * {{see | name=Chapel of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary of Paragu | alt=Our Lady of Paragu Chapel | url= | email= | address=Barangay Road, Paragu | lat=17.253746 | long=121.820438 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=A chapel in one of Tumauini's rural barangays housing the century-old venerated Marian image of Our Lady of Paragu. }} ==Do== Tumauini celebrates its patronal fiesta on February 24. This also involves celebrating the town's main product, corn. ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Xentro Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay San Pedro | lat=17.282063 | long=121.807981 | directions= | phone=+63 956 553 6980 | tollfree= | hours=9AM-8PM | price= | lastedit=2026-08-15 | content=Has a Savemore grocery and a Uno location }} * {{buy | name=Tumauini Public Market | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Barangay San Pedro | lat=17.279222 | long=121.808419 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Puregold Tumauini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway | lat=17.275838 | long=121.809491 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-04-05 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Jomar's Place | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ilagan-Delfin Albano-Mallig Road, Barangay 3 | lat=17.273535883267915| long=121.80779786135135 | directions= | phone=+63 78 323-2332 | tollfree= | hours=6AM-11:30PM | price= | lastedit=2019-07-30 | content=Grilled dishes, ''pancit'' and pizza. Karaoke rental available. }} * {{eat | name=Boogs Grill | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/boogsgrillandrestaurant/ | email= | address=Santa Visitacion | lat=17.271543 | long=121.807693 | directions= | phone=+63 975 824 3944 | tollfree= | hours=7AM-12MN, Su-Th, 7AM-2AM F-Sa | price= | lastedit=2026-08-08 | content= }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Kape Ilokano | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Lingaling | lat=17.284729 | long=121.806434 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-03 | content= }} * {{drink | name=Apayao Brew | alt= | url= | email= | address=Maharlika Highway, Maligaya | lat=17.273282 | long=121.816464 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-03 | content= }} ==Sleep== There are no hotels in town; the nearest ones are in Ilagan. You may pitch a tent in Camp Samal, though. ==Connect== ==Go next== {{routebox | placename=Tumauini | image1=AH26 (N1) sign.svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=N | majorl1=[[Tuguegarao]] | minorl1=[[Cabagan]] | directionr1=S | majorr1=[[Santiago City]] | minorr1=[[Ilagan]] | link1=Asian Highway 26 | caption1= }} {{IsPartOf|Isabela (province)}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|17.266667|121.8|zoom=13}} 63hk4v6q681zypy1kqea2sco10xu9iy 0 188249 5328373 5297069 2026-08-14T16:08:09Z ~2026-44443-50 2437479 /* Nordic countries */ 5328373 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Bathurst Inlet rebounding beach banner.jpg|caption=Rising beach in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut}} On a geological timescale, Earth's climate has gone through considerable changes. Colder periods, during which glaciers covered more land and sea than today, are called '''ice ages'''. The '''last glacial period''', commonly referred to as the ''Ice Age'', began 115,000 years before present, and ended around 9,700 BC; that is 11,700 years ago. In particular [[North America]], [[Europe]] and [[Asia]] have traces of glaciation. Some glaciated regions are now covered with [[Boreal forest]]. ==Understand== {{seealso|Geology tourism}} [[File:Oldedalen.jpg|thumb|[[Olden]] lake is 33 metres above sea level and was separated from the ocean during the rebound. There are still active glaciers (branches of [[Jostedalsbreen]]) in Olden valley.]] {{quote|From Ymir's flesh the earth was formed,<br>and from his bones the hills,<br>the heaven from the skull of that ice-cold giant,<br>and from his blood the sea.|author=Voluspa, the Elder Edda}} The Nordic countries were covered by ice during the last Ice Age, until 10,000&nbsp;BC. The ice has set its mark on the scenery, both obvious ones and more discrete traces: enormous rocks in otherwise flat terrain (glacial erratics), polished bedrock, large potholes drilled in the bedrock by eddies in glacial rivers (giants kettles), and a hundred metre high sandy terraces at valley mouths. [[Fjords]], such as the [[fjords of Norway]], were also created by glacial erosion, though at a longer time scale. The rising land has lifted parts of some fjords above the sea level and in this way created picturesque lakes. Traces of the Nordic Ice Age can be found even in Germany and Poland, which have glacial erratics transported there from the former Nordic bedrock; glacial erratics are common in southern Finland. ===Post-glacial rebound=== [[File:Blasieholmshamnen 2009.jpg|thumb|[[Stockholm]] quays are rebuilt once a century or so, to accommodate for rising land.]] {{quote|Then Bur's sons lifted the level land,<br>Mithgarth the mighty there they made;<br>The sun from the south warmed the stones of earth,<br>And green was the ground with growing leeks.}} The ice pushed down Earth's crust, and it is still rising in modern times, up to one centimetre each year in the area around Kvarken between Sweden and Finland. The '''post-glacial rebound''' constantly moves the coastline; most modern settlements and farmlands in Sweden and Finland were navigable sea a few thousand years, or even less than one thousand years ago. The movement is enough for old people to remember a different shoreline from their youth. In Norse mythology, the gods Thor and Loki visited the giant Skrymir (also referred to as Utgarda-Loki, named as such to avoid confusion with the namesake god), who gave them many challenges. Skrymir wagered that Thor, famous for his strength and thirst for beer, could not empty Skrymir's enormous drinking horn in three sips. While Thor took great effort, he failed. Skrymir revealed that he had put the spike of the horn into the sea, to prevent Thor from emptying the horn. However, the sea level had dropped since before he drank. ==Destinations== {{mapframe}} === Nordic countries === [[File:Haukalivatnet.JPG|thumb|Professor Esmark in 1823 studied Haukalivatnet lake in [[Rogaland]] at 50 metres above sea and realized that it had been created by a glacier. Esmark thus launched the theory of ice age and global climate change.]] [[File:Kyläniemiretki 08.jpg|thumb|View of [[Saimaa]] from the terminal moraine Salpausselkä]] [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|''Kummakivi''—a "balancing erratic boulder" located in [[Ruokolahti]]—is one of the most unusual natural formations created by a glacier.]] * {{see | name=Eidfjord terraces | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.464375 | long=7.086710 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Eidfjord (village) | image=Eidfjord in eine fantastische Landschaft eingebettet.jpg | lastedit=2021-12-13 | content=Eidfjord high terrace (Hæreid) was originally a river delta. The top of Hæreid terrace is almost perfectly horizontal. During the rebound the land at Eidfjord emerged 120 metres above sea level and the river from Eidfjord lake dug through the sandy terrace creating a small gorge. The road between Eidfjord village and Vøringsfossen runs through the gorge. The high terrace is called Hæreid which means ''high isthmus''. Hæreid farm was presumably the home of powerful chiefs during the Viking age and earlier, possibly like a capital in Hardanger. There are several hundred burial mounds at Hæreid. }} *'''Glacial potholes''': A giant's kettle, also known as either a giant's cauldron (Norwegian: ''jettegryte''), moulin pothole, or glacial pothole, is a typically large and cylindrical pothole drilled in solid rock underlying a glacier. These are common in the Nordic countries. **{{see | name=Rullestadjuvet jettegryter | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.875447 | long=6.449763 | directions=E134 between Odda and Fjæra | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | content=The numerous potholes in Rullestad gorge are among the largest (several metres across) in Northern Europe and were created during the Ice Age. Relatively easy hike (elevation gain about 250 m) but cliffs are steep and hikes should be done in dry conditions and with good hiking shoes/boots. }} **{{see | name=Mågålaupet (several linked potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Drivdalen | lat=62.5 | long=9.587222 | directions=E6 south of [[Oppdal]] village | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Mågålaupet | image=Magalaupet 1.jpg | content=Several linked potholes forms a narrow gorge in Driva river. Driva river flows from Dovre plateau north to Oppdal. }} **{{see | name=Helvete (several potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gausdal ([[Oppland]] district) | lat=61.362406 | long=9.672576 | directions=Road 255 north of Lillehammer to Espedalsvatnet lake | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Helvete4.jpg | wikidata=Q11974960 | content=Several large potholes, up to 20 metres wide and 50 metres deep. The name ''Helvete'' simply means Hell because these potholes were difficult to pass. Presumably the greatest pothole area. }} * {{see | name=Haukalivatnet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.915053 | long=6.157584 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Haukalivatnet.JPG | wikidata=Q35705788 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Haukalivatnet is a fjord-lake at 50 metres above sea level in Rogaland near mouth of Lysefjorden. Jens Esmark in 1823 realized similarities to moraines near existing glaciers at [[Jostedalsbreen]]. Esmark concluded that glaciers had covered large parts of the land. Esmark's discovery were later attributed to or appropriated by Theodor Kjerulf and Louis Agassiz. Geoscientist Jens Esmark in 1824 published an article stating that there was indisputable evidence that Norway and other parts of Europe had previously been covered by enormous glaciers carving out valleys and fjords, in a cold climate caused by changes in the eccentricity of Earth's orbit. Esmark and his travel companion Otto Tank arrived at this insight by analogous reasoning: enigmatic landscape features they observed close to sea level along the Norwegian coast strongly resembled features they observed in the front of a retreating glacier during a mountain traverse in the summer of 1823. }} * {{see | name=[[High Coast]] and [[Kvarken Archipelago]] | alt=Höga kusten och Kvarkens skärgård | directions=Västernorrland County, Sweden, and Ostrbothnia, Finland | wikidata=Q10532185 | content=A region where post-glacial rebound reaches nearly 1 centimetre a year, a {{unesco}}. }} * {{see | name=Punkaharju | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Punkaharju]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10646796 | lastedit= | content=A ridge and national landscape. }} * {{see | name=Salpausselkä | alt=Stängselåsarna | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1470921 | lastedit= | content=Three terminal moraines in Finland, stretching through southern Finland and the Finnish Lakeland. They were created when the withdrawal of the glacier temporarily stopped during three periods in 10,250–9,300 BCE. In Scandinavia, the Ra (described separately) was created during the same times. The moraines are mostly 20–30 m high, but rise to 70–80 m above Lohjanjärvi in [[Lohja]], Hiidenvesi in [[Vihti]] and Vesijärvi in [[Lahti]]. One more terminal moraine runs south-west to north-east through [[Jyväskylä]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä I | alt=Stora Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651091 | lastedit= | content=The first and greatest of the Salpausselkä moraines was created in 10,250–10,050 BCE. It starts at the Hanko Peninsula ([[Hanko]]), continues as Lojoåsen through [[Raseborg]] and [[Lohja]] to [[Hyvinkää]] and [[Kärkölä]], after which it is no more unbroken, but continues through [[Hollola]], [[Lahti]], [[Kouvola]], [[Lappeenranta]] and [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä II | alt=Lilla Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651140 | lastedit= | content=The second of the Salpausselkä moraines ("small Salpausselkä") was created 9,790–9,590 BCE. It can be seen as sandy areas in [[Örö]] and Hitis of [[Kimitoön]], emerges from the sea in Bromarv of [[Raseborg]], continues to Sammatti of [[Lohja]], from where it becomes broken up but forms parallel moraines and continues through [[Karkkila]], [[Loppi]] and [[Janakkala]] to Lammi of [[Hämeenlinna]]. From [[Asikkala]] it is again continuous through Vääksy, Jaala of [[Kouvola]], [[Savitaipale]] and Kesälahti of [[Kitee]] to [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä III | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651141 | lastedit= | content=The third of the Salpausselkä moraines, not always counted, was created 9,400–9,300. It appears first as [[Jurmo]], can be seen as some other islands and reefs, on land in [[Kimitoön]] and again here and there to [[Hämeenlinna]]. }} * {{see | name=Simo Upthrust Park | alt=Simon Maankohoumapuisto | url=http://www.maankohoumapuisto.fi/eng/ | email= | address= | lat=65.6272801 | long=25.0026744 | directions=[[Simo]], [[Finland]] | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | lastedit= | content=During the last ice age the kilometres-thick ice sheet caused the basement rock to depress. The Bothnian Bay area is the best place on Earth to see how it slowly rises up, nearly one centimetre a year. Eventually this phenomenon known as ''[[post-glacial rebound]]'' will slowly turn the whole Bothnian Bay into a lake. The Upthrust Park is a collection of sites where one may get some feeling on this fancy phenomenon. Info plates. }} *'''The South Scandinavian ''Ra''''': The ''Ra'' is the largest terminal moraine in Southern Scandinavia and Finland. The Ra was created at one of the last glacial advances around 11,000 years B.C. The Ra crosses the Scandinavian peninsula roughly between Oslo and Stockholm, then runs around Norway's south coast. ''Ra'' is an old Norse word for a ridge of gravel. Terminal moraines are typically mixed material of boulders, pebbles, sand and clay. On the surface, finer particles have been washed off and left course particles like boulders and pebbles. In Norway, the Ra is clearly visible and well-known particularly in Østfold and Vestfold areas around the Oslofjord. Some of Norway's best agricultural land is along the slopes of the Ra. In Vestfold the main road has since prehistory followed the Ra because the highest point of the Ra is naturally dry and stable. In Østfold [[E6 through Sweden and Norway|road E6]] runs along the Ra between Halden and Moss (about 60 km). ** {{see | name=Raet National Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.432231 | long=8.800049 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jerkholmen2019 (6).jpg | wikidata=Q28082020 | lastedit=2021-11-20 | content=Raet National Park (Norwegian: Raet nasjonalpark) is a national park in Arendal, Tvedestrand and Grimstad in [[Agder]], southeastern Norway. It is partly on short and partly under water, and includes some islands and coastal areas. }} ** {{see | name=Jomfruland (island) | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.865 | long=9.596111 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jomfruland | image=Kragerø Map 1.JPG | wikidata=Q997483 | lastedit=2021-11-24 | content=Jomfruland is an elongated island located off the coast at Kragerø in [[Telemark]], Norway. The island is largely made of pebbles and is part of the Ra, the great terminal moraine. Jomfruland shelters the archipelago within. The island and surround sea is protected as a national park. }}<!-- -->[[File:Istidenes månelandskap.JPG|thumb|Glacial potholes near Trolltunga.]] * {{see | name=Svelvikryggen | alt=Svelvik ridge | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.613611 | long=10.411944 | directions=Svelvik near [[Drammen]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Svelvik - no-nb digifoto 20160719 00011 NB MIT FNR 18771 (cropped).jpg | wikidata=Q12004289 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content=The Svelvik ridge cuts the Drammensfjord almost in two. The ridge is some 50–70 metres high and contains glacial sand and gravel (fluvioglacial gravel from the last Holocene deglaciation). Water has dug a natural strait or canal between the inner and outer Drammensfjord. The great supply of freshwater to the inner Drammensfjord makes the water in deep inner fjord brackish and almost like a lake (a common situation in glacial fjords with shallow thresholds). Surplus water and tide sets up one of Norway's strongest tidal currents in the Svelvik canal. The Svelvik canal is crossed by Norway's shortest ferry trip. The canal is the access to Drammen port, one of Norway's most important. }} * {{see | name=Vandresteinen i Stavanger | alt=Travelling boulder in Stavanger | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.953909 | long=5.739262 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Vandresteinen Rogalandsgaten.jpg | wikidata=Q19368966 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Glacial erratic (or travelling boulder) resting in Rogalandsgaten, [[Stavanger]]. Protected by law since 1959 as natural heritage. Glacial erratics are common in the Nordic countries. }} * {{see | name=Söderfjärden | alt= | url=http://www.meteoria.fi | email= | address= | lat=63.036 | long=21.586 | directions=10 km south of [[Vaasa]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1586200 | content=A round plain clearly visible from the '''Öjberget''' hill; a meteorite impact crater formed 520 million years ago. This is a spectacular example of a seabed which became dry land during historic times. The phrase ''fjärd'' implied that here was a bay of the Baltic Sea up to the Middle Ages, which transformed to a freshwater wetland during the early modern centuries. From 1919 to 1927, the land was dried out, as the largest project of its kind in the Nordic countries. A small portion of the plain is still wetland, and a habitat for birds. A visitor centre Meteoria (Meteoriihi) is located in the middle of the crater. }} * {{see | name=Lyell's oak | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Stockholm/Östermalm]]. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10571403 | content=Scottish geologist Charles Lyell investigated the receding surface of the Baltic Sea by studying this oak in 1835. In the 1840s, scientists proposed that the bedrock of northern Europe is continuously rising due to post-glacial rebound. The oak is near the Stockholm University campus, a centre for earth scientists. See [[Stockholm environmentalist tour]] for a walk through the redevelopment of an industrial zone. }} * {{see | name=[[Södermalm heights tour]] | lat=59.32022 | long=18.05047 | content=A walk across the rugged [[Södermalm]] island in Stockholm, exploring the traces of the Ice Age and post-glacial rebound in an urban environment. Lake Mälaren was part of the Baltic Sea until the Middle Ages, and as the sea level has been rising, the canals to the sea have needed improvement. }} === Rest of Europe === * [[Snowdonia]] in Wales <!-- * the [[Lake District]] – which one, the link leads to a redirect --> ===North America=== [[File:Canada geological map.JPG|thumb|Canadian Shield is the area shown in shades of red and pink]] * {{see | name=Canadian Shield | alt=Laurentian Plateau | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Canadian Shield | content=This is a large region of mostly igneous rock formed in the Precambrian period, more than 540 million years ago. During the ice ages it was heavily glaciated, and it is now a region of mostly flat land with thin soil and many rock outcrops.<br/>Canada has more lakes than any other country by quite a wide margin; most of them are in this region and were gouged out by glaciers. If you fly London-LA (Arlo Guthrie's "Coming in from London from over the pole") or various other routes that pass over northern Quebec, then you get a view of a huge region (larger than France or Texas) that is mostly [[boreal forest]] and is all dotted with dozens of lakes.<br/>Much of the tourism in the region is [[fishing|fishermen]] or [[hunting|hunters]] who come in by float planes that land on the lakes. }} * {{go | name=[[Ice Age trail]] | alt=Ice Age National Scientific Reserve | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Wisconsin]], United States | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q49504499 | content=A walking trail with a showcase of geological features. }} * {{see | name=[[Finger Lakes]] | directions=[[New York]], United States | wikidata=Q1416994 | content=Eleven north-south lakes. }} ===Beringia=== During the last ice age, what is now the Bering Sea was land and people migrated across this Bering Land Bridge from Asia into the Americas. There are a few archaeological sites from the period; see [[Indigenous_cultures_of_North_America#Before_3000_BCE|Indigenous cultures of North America]]. * {{see | name=[[Whitehorse#Beringia Interpretive Centre|Beringia Museum]] | alt= | directions=[[Whitehorse]] }} There are parks on both sides of the straits: * {{see | name=[[Bering Land Bridge National Preserve]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Arctic Alaska]], USA | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bering Land Bridge National Preserve | wikidata=Q820652 | content= }} * {{see | name=Beringia National Park | alt= | url=https://www.beringiapark.ru/about-park.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Chukotka]] in the [[Russian Far East]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Beringia National Park | wikidata=Q16536603 | content=Russia's largest national park. Any visit to Chukotka requires a permit. }} Both are difficult to visit, quite remote with limited transport and a cold climate. ==Flora and fauna== [[File:Elasm062.jpg|thumb|Elasmotherium, the Siberian unicorn<br />{{meter|2}} at the shoulder]] Many species of large animal, which biologists call ''megafauna'', that were common during the ice ages became extinct around the end of those ages, about 10,000 BCE. These included the woolly mammoth, woolly rhinoceros, saber-tooth tiger, and several species of deer and cattle (aurochs) much larger than modern species. One site is particularly famous for preserved examples of these beasts: * {{listing | name=La Brea Tar Pits | alt= | url=https://tarpits.org/ | email= | address=5801 Wilshire Blvd | lat=34.063788 | long=-118.357622 | directions=[[Los Angeles/Wilshire|Los Angeles]], California | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=La Brea Tar Pits | content=An area in the middle of L.A. with Ice Age beasts preserved in tar. It has a large museum. }} Another site is remarkable for the sheer number of fossilized skeletons (particularly mammoths) discovered while building an airport terminal: * * {{listing | name=Mammoth Central | alt= | url=https://mamutsantalucia.com/ | email= | address=[[Mexico City#By plane|Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles, Mexico City]] | lat=19.741309215426405 | long=-98.98763534679726 | directions=Metro to Buenavista, then Tren Suburbano to AIFA. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mammoth central | lastedit=2026-06-22 | content=An area in the northeastern suburbs of Mexico City where the remains of more than 500 mammoths (as well as other animals) were found. It has a large paleontological museum. }} See [[Paleontology]] for other sites and other museums. Other species that were widespread then, such as reindeer in Europe and caribou in North America, survive to this day though their range has been reduced. Polar bears are another survivor, and a tourist attraction in [[Churchill]], northern Canada. ==See also== * [[Paleontology]] * [[Prehistoric Europe]] * [[Vikings and the Old Norse]] * [[Boreal forest]] {{PartOfTopic|Natural attractions}} {{usabletopic}} g2gfrhxpq9xij9w9zuyo7f4x190guj4 5328375 5328373 2026-08-14T16:14:34Z Juustila 2288234 /* Nordic countries */ 5328375 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Bathurst Inlet rebounding beach banner.jpg|caption=Rising beach in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut}} On a geological timescale, Earth's climate has gone through considerable changes. Colder periods, during which glaciers covered more land and sea than today, are called '''ice ages'''. The '''last glacial period''', commonly referred to as the ''Ice Age'', began 115,000 years before present, and ended around 9,700 BC; that is 11,700 years ago. In particular [[North America]], [[Europe]] and [[Asia]] have traces of glaciation. Some glaciated regions are now covered with [[Boreal forest]]. ==Understand== {{seealso|Geology tourism}} [[File:Oldedalen.jpg|thumb|[[Olden]] lake is 33 metres above sea level and was separated from the ocean during the rebound. There are still active glaciers (branches of [[Jostedalsbreen]]) in Olden valley.]] {{quote|From Ymir's flesh the earth was formed,<br>and from his bones the hills,<br>the heaven from the skull of that ice-cold giant,<br>and from his blood the sea.|author=Voluspa, the Elder Edda}} The Nordic countries were covered by ice during the last Ice Age, until 10,000&nbsp;BC. The ice has set its mark on the scenery, both obvious ones and more discrete traces: enormous rocks in otherwise flat terrain (glacial erratics), polished bedrock, large potholes drilled in the bedrock by eddies in glacial rivers (giants kettles), and a hundred metre high sandy terraces at valley mouths. [[Fjords]], such as the [[fjords of Norway]], were also created by glacial erosion, though at a longer time scale. The rising land has lifted parts of some fjords above the sea level and in this way created picturesque lakes. Traces of the Nordic Ice Age can be found even in Germany and Poland, which have glacial erratics transported there from the former Nordic bedrock; glacial erratics are common in southern Finland. ===Post-glacial rebound=== [[File:Blasieholmshamnen 2009.jpg|thumb|[[Stockholm]] quays are rebuilt once a century or so, to accommodate for rising land.]] {{quote|Then Bur's sons lifted the level land,<br>Mithgarth the mighty there they made;<br>The sun from the south warmed the stones of earth,<br>And green was the ground with growing leeks.}} The ice pushed down Earth's crust, and it is still rising in modern times, up to one centimetre each year in the area around Kvarken between Sweden and Finland. The '''post-glacial rebound''' constantly moves the coastline; most modern settlements and farmlands in Sweden and Finland were navigable sea a few thousand years, or even less than one thousand years ago. The movement is enough for old people to remember a different shoreline from their youth. In Norse mythology, the gods Thor and Loki visited the giant Skrymir (also referred to as Utgarda-Loki, named as such to avoid confusion with the namesake god), who gave them many challenges. Skrymir wagered that Thor, famous for his strength and thirst for beer, could not empty Skrymir's enormous drinking horn in three sips. While Thor took great effort, he failed. Skrymir revealed that he had put the spike of the horn into the sea, to prevent Thor from emptying the horn. However, the sea level had dropped since before he drank. ==Destinations== {{mapframe}} === Nordic countries === [[File:Haukalivatnet.JPG|thumb|Professor Esmark in 1823 studied Haukalivatnet lake in [[Rogaland]] at 50 metres above sea and realized that it had been created by a glacier. Esmark thus launched the theory of ice age and global climate change.]] [[File:Kyläniemiretki 08.jpg|thumb|View of [[Saimaa]] from the terminal moraine Salpausselkä]] [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|''Kummakivi''—a "balancing erratic boulder" in [[Ruokolahti]]—is one of the most unusual natural formations created by a glacier.]] * {{see | name=Eidfjord terraces | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.464375 | long=7.086710 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Eidfjord (village) | image=Eidfjord in eine fantastische Landschaft eingebettet.jpg | lastedit=2021-12-13 | content=Eidfjord high terrace (Hæreid) was originally a river delta. The top of Hæreid terrace is almost perfectly horizontal. During the rebound the land at Eidfjord emerged 120 metres above sea level and the river from Eidfjord lake dug through the sandy terrace creating a small gorge. The road between Eidfjord village and Vøringsfossen runs through the gorge. The high terrace is called Hæreid which means ''high isthmus''. Hæreid farm was presumably the home of powerful chiefs during the Viking age and earlier, possibly like a capital in Hardanger. There are several hundred burial mounds at Hæreid. }} *'''Glacial potholes''': A giant's kettle, also known as either a giant's cauldron (Norwegian: ''jettegryte''), moulin pothole, or glacial pothole, is a typically large and cylindrical pothole drilled in solid rock underlying a glacier. These are common in the Nordic countries. **{{see | name=Rullestadjuvet jettegryter | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.875447 | long=6.449763 | directions=E134 between Odda and Fjæra | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | content=The numerous potholes in Rullestad gorge are among the largest (several metres across) in Northern Europe and were created during the Ice Age. Relatively easy hike (elevation gain about 250 m) but cliffs are steep and hikes should be done in dry conditions and with good hiking shoes/boots. }} **{{see | name=Mågålaupet (several linked potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Drivdalen | lat=62.5 | long=9.587222 | directions=E6 south of [[Oppdal]] village | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Mågålaupet | image=Magalaupet 1.jpg | content=Several linked potholes forms a narrow gorge in Driva river. Driva river flows from Dovre plateau north to Oppdal. }} **{{see | name=Helvete (several potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gausdal ([[Oppland]] district) | lat=61.362406 | long=9.672576 | directions=Road 255 north of Lillehammer to Espedalsvatnet lake | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Helvete4.jpg | wikidata=Q11974960 | content=Several large potholes, up to 20 metres wide and 50 metres deep. The name ''Helvete'' simply means Hell because these potholes were difficult to pass. Presumably the greatest pothole area. }} * {{see | name=Haukalivatnet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.915053 | long=6.157584 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Haukalivatnet.JPG | wikidata=Q35705788 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Haukalivatnet is a fjord-lake at 50 metres above sea level in Rogaland near mouth of Lysefjorden. Jens Esmark in 1823 realized similarities to moraines near existing glaciers at [[Jostedalsbreen]]. Esmark concluded that glaciers had covered large parts of the land. Esmark's discovery were later attributed to or appropriated by Theodor Kjerulf and Louis Agassiz. Geoscientist Jens Esmark in 1824 published an article stating that there was indisputable evidence that Norway and other parts of Europe had previously been covered by enormous glaciers carving out valleys and fjords, in a cold climate caused by changes in the eccentricity of Earth's orbit. Esmark and his travel companion Otto Tank arrived at this insight by analogous reasoning: enigmatic landscape features they observed close to sea level along the Norwegian coast strongly resembled features they observed in the front of a retreating glacier during a mountain traverse in the summer of 1823. }} * {{see | name=[[High Coast]] and [[Kvarken Archipelago]] | alt=Höga kusten och Kvarkens skärgård | directions=Västernorrland County, Sweden, and Ostrbothnia, Finland | wikidata=Q10532185 | content=A region where post-glacial rebound reaches nearly 1 centimetre a year, a {{unesco}}. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Ruokolahti]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | lastedit= | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder that lies on a convex bedrock surface. }} * {{see | name=Punkaharju | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Punkaharju]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10646796 | lastedit= | content=A ridge and national landscape. }} * {{see | name=Salpausselkä | alt=Stängselåsarna | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1470921 | lastedit= | content=Three terminal moraines in Finland, stretching through southern Finland and the Finnish Lakeland. They were created when the withdrawal of the glacier temporarily stopped during three periods in 10,250–9,300 BCE. In Scandinavia, the Ra (described separately) was created during the same times. The moraines are mostly 20–30 m high, but rise to 70–80 m above Lohjanjärvi in [[Lohja]], Hiidenvesi in [[Vihti]] and Vesijärvi in [[Lahti]]. One more terminal moraine runs south-west to north-east through [[Jyväskylä]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä I | alt=Stora Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651091 | lastedit= | content=The first and greatest of the Salpausselkä moraines was created in 10,250–10,050 BCE. It starts at the Hanko Peninsula ([[Hanko]]), continues as Lojoåsen through [[Raseborg]] and [[Lohja]] to [[Hyvinkää]] and [[Kärkölä]], after which it is no more unbroken, but continues through [[Hollola]], [[Lahti]], [[Kouvola]], [[Lappeenranta]] and [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä II | alt=Lilla Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651140 | lastedit= | content=The second of the Salpausselkä moraines ("small Salpausselkä") was created 9,790–9,590 BCE. It can be seen as sandy areas in [[Örö]] and Hitis of [[Kimitoön]], emerges from the sea in Bromarv of [[Raseborg]], continues to Sammatti of [[Lohja]], from where it becomes broken up but forms parallel moraines and continues through [[Karkkila]], [[Loppi]] and [[Janakkala]] to Lammi of [[Hämeenlinna]]. From [[Asikkala]] it is again continuous through Vääksy, Jaala of [[Kouvola]], [[Savitaipale]] and Kesälahti of [[Kitee]] to [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä III | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651141 | lastedit= | content=The third of the Salpausselkä moraines, not always counted, was created 9,400–9,300. It appears first as [[Jurmo]], can be seen as some other islands and reefs, on land in [[Kimitoön]] and again here and there to [[Hämeenlinna]]. }} * {{see | name=Simo Upthrust Park | alt=Simon Maankohoumapuisto | url=http://www.maankohoumapuisto.fi/eng/ | email= | address= | lat=65.6272801 | long=25.0026744 | directions=[[Simo]], [[Finland]] | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | lastedit= | content=During the last ice age the kilometres-thick ice sheet caused the basement rock to depress. The Bothnian Bay area is the best place on Earth to see how it slowly rises up, nearly one centimetre a year. Eventually this phenomenon known as ''[[post-glacial rebound]]'' will slowly turn the whole Bothnian Bay into a lake. The Upthrust Park is a collection of sites where one may get some feeling on this fancy phenomenon. Info plates. }} *'''The South Scandinavian ''Ra''''': The ''Ra'' is the largest terminal moraine in Southern Scandinavia and Finland. The Ra was created at one of the last glacial advances around 11,000 years B.C. The Ra crosses the Scandinavian peninsula roughly between Oslo and Stockholm, then runs around Norway's south coast. ''Ra'' is an old Norse word for a ridge of gravel. Terminal moraines are typically mixed material of boulders, pebbles, sand and clay. On the surface, finer particles have been washed off and left course particles like boulders and pebbles. In Norway, the Ra is clearly visible and well-known particularly in Østfold and Vestfold areas around the Oslofjord. Some of Norway's best agricultural land is along the slopes of the Ra. In Vestfold the main road has since prehistory followed the Ra because the highest point of the Ra is naturally dry and stable. In Østfold [[E6 through Sweden and Norway|road E6]] runs along the Ra between Halden and Moss (about 60 km). ** {{see | name=Raet National Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.432231 | long=8.800049 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jerkholmen2019 (6).jpg | wikidata=Q28082020 | lastedit=2021-11-20 | content=Raet National Park (Norwegian: Raet nasjonalpark) is a national park in Arendal, Tvedestrand and Grimstad in [[Agder]], southeastern Norway. It is partly on short and partly under water, and includes some islands and coastal areas. }} ** {{see | name=Jomfruland (island) | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.865 | long=9.596111 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jomfruland | image=Kragerø Map 1.JPG | wikidata=Q997483 | lastedit=2021-11-24 | content=Jomfruland is an elongated island located off the coast at Kragerø in [[Telemark]], Norway. The island is largely made of pebbles and is part of the Ra, the great terminal moraine. Jomfruland shelters the archipelago within. The island and surround sea is protected as a national park. }}<!-- -->[[File:Istidenes månelandskap.JPG|thumb|Glacial potholes near Trolltunga.]] * {{see | name=Svelvikryggen | alt=Svelvik ridge | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.613611 | long=10.411944 | directions=Svelvik near [[Drammen]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Svelvik - no-nb digifoto 20160719 00011 NB MIT FNR 18771 (cropped).jpg | wikidata=Q12004289 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content=The Svelvik ridge cuts the Drammensfjord almost in two. The ridge is some 50–70 metres high and contains glacial sand and gravel (fluvioglacial gravel from the last Holocene deglaciation). Water has dug a natural strait or canal between the inner and outer Drammensfjord. The great supply of freshwater to the inner Drammensfjord makes the water in deep inner fjord brackish and almost like a lake (a common situation in glacial fjords with shallow thresholds). Surplus water and tide sets up one of Norway's strongest tidal currents in the Svelvik canal. The Svelvik canal is crossed by Norway's shortest ferry trip. The canal is the access to Drammen port, one of Norway's most important. }} * {{see | name=Vandresteinen i Stavanger | alt=Travelling boulder in Stavanger | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.953909 | long=5.739262 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Vandresteinen Rogalandsgaten.jpg | wikidata=Q19368966 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Glacial erratic (or travelling boulder) resting in Rogalandsgaten, [[Stavanger]]. Protected by law since 1959 as natural heritage. Glacial erratics are common in the Nordic countries. }} * {{see | name=Söderfjärden | alt= | url=http://www.meteoria.fi | email= | address= | lat=63.036 | long=21.586 | directions=10 km south of [[Vaasa]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1586200 | content=A round plain clearly visible from the '''Öjberget''' hill; a meteorite impact crater formed 520 million years ago. This is a spectacular example of a seabed which became dry land during historic times. The phrase ''fjärd'' implied that here was a bay of the Baltic Sea up to the Middle Ages, which transformed to a freshwater wetland during the early modern centuries. From 1919 to 1927, the land was dried out, as the largest project of its kind in the Nordic countries. A small portion of the plain is still wetland, and a habitat for birds. A visitor centre Meteoria (Meteoriihi) is located in the middle of the crater. }} * {{see | name=Lyell's oak | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Stockholm/Östermalm]]. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10571403 | content=Scottish geologist Charles Lyell investigated the receding surface of the Baltic Sea by studying this oak in 1835. In the 1840s, scientists proposed that the bedrock of northern Europe is continuously rising due to post-glacial rebound. The oak is near the Stockholm University campus, a centre for earth scientists. See [[Stockholm environmentalist tour]] for a walk through the redevelopment of an industrial zone. }} * {{see | name=[[Södermalm heights tour]] | lat=59.32022 | long=18.05047 | content=A walk across the rugged [[Södermalm]] island in Stockholm, exploring the traces of the Ice Age and post-glacial rebound in an urban environment. Lake Mälaren was part of the Baltic Sea until the Middle Ages, and as the sea level has been rising, the canals to the sea have needed improvement. }} === Rest of Europe === * [[Snowdonia]] in Wales <!-- * the [[Lake District]] – which one, the link leads to a redirect --> ===North America=== [[File:Canada geological map.JPG|thumb|Canadian Shield is the area shown in shades of red and pink]] * {{see | name=Canadian Shield | alt=Laurentian Plateau | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Canadian Shield | content=This is a large region of mostly igneous rock formed in the Precambrian period, more than 540 million years ago. During the ice ages it was heavily glaciated, and it is now a region of mostly flat land with thin soil and many rock outcrops.<br/>Canada has more lakes than any other country by quite a wide margin; most of them are in this region and were gouged out by glaciers. If you fly London-LA (Arlo Guthrie's "Coming in from London from over the pole") or various other routes that pass over northern Quebec, then you get a view of a huge region (larger than France or Texas) that is mostly [[boreal forest]] and is all dotted with dozens of lakes.<br/>Much of the tourism in the region is [[fishing|fishermen]] or [[hunting|hunters]] who come in by float planes that land on the lakes. }} * {{go | name=[[Ice Age trail]] | alt=Ice Age National Scientific Reserve | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Wisconsin]], United States | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q49504499 | content=A walking trail with a showcase of geological features. }} * {{see | name=[[Finger Lakes]] | directions=[[New York]], United States | wikidata=Q1416994 | content=Eleven north-south lakes. }} ===Beringia=== During the last ice age, what is now the Bering Sea was land and people migrated across this Bering Land Bridge from Asia into the Americas. There are a few archaeological sites from the period; see [[Indigenous_cultures_of_North_America#Before_3000_BCE|Indigenous cultures of North America]]. * {{see | name=[[Whitehorse#Beringia Interpretive Centre|Beringia Museum]] | alt= | directions=[[Whitehorse]] }} There are parks on both sides of the straits: * {{see | name=[[Bering Land Bridge National Preserve]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Arctic Alaska]], USA | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bering Land Bridge National Preserve | wikidata=Q820652 | content= }} * {{see | name=Beringia National Park | alt= | url=https://www.beringiapark.ru/about-park.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Chukotka]] in the [[Russian Far East]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Beringia National Park | wikidata=Q16536603 | content=Russia's largest national park. Any visit to Chukotka requires a permit. }} Both are difficult to visit, quite remote with limited transport and a cold climate. ==Flora and fauna== [[File:Elasm062.jpg|thumb|Elasmotherium, the Siberian unicorn<br />{{meter|2}} at the shoulder]] Many species of large animal, which biologists call ''megafauna'', that were common during the ice ages became extinct around the end of those ages, about 10,000 BCE. These included the woolly mammoth, woolly rhinoceros, saber-tooth tiger, and several species of deer and cattle (aurochs) much larger than modern species. One site is particularly famous for preserved examples of these beasts: * {{listing | name=La Brea Tar Pits | alt= | url=https://tarpits.org/ | email= | address=5801 Wilshire Blvd | lat=34.063788 | long=-118.357622 | directions=[[Los Angeles/Wilshire|Los Angeles]], California | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=La Brea Tar Pits | content=An area in the middle of L.A. with Ice Age beasts preserved in tar. It has a large museum. }} Another site is remarkable for the sheer number of fossilized skeletons (particularly mammoths) discovered while building an airport terminal: * * {{listing | name=Mammoth Central | alt= | url=https://mamutsantalucia.com/ | email= | address=[[Mexico City#By plane|Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles, Mexico City]] | lat=19.741309215426405 | long=-98.98763534679726 | directions=Metro to Buenavista, then Tren Suburbano to AIFA. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mammoth central | lastedit=2026-06-22 | content=An area in the northeastern suburbs of Mexico City where the remains of more than 500 mammoths (as well as other animals) were found. It has a large paleontological museum. }} See [[Paleontology]] for other sites and other museums. Other species that were widespread then, such as reindeer in Europe and caribou in North America, survive to this day though their range has been reduced. Polar bears are another survivor, and a tourist attraction in [[Churchill]], northern Canada. ==See also== * [[Paleontology]] * [[Prehistoric Europe]] * [[Vikings and the Old Norse]] * [[Boreal forest]] {{PartOfTopic|Natural attractions}} {{usabletopic}} tpk87ugaw2y99amlmax9vospabu6hq2 5328413 5328375 2026-08-14T17:02:07Z Pashley 1822 /* Beringia */ Updated listing for [[Whitehorse#Beringia Interpretive Centre|Beringia Museum]] 5328413 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Bathurst Inlet rebounding beach banner.jpg|caption=Rising beach in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut}} On a geological timescale, Earth's climate has gone through considerable changes. Colder periods, during which glaciers covered more land and sea than today, are called '''ice ages'''. The '''last glacial period''', commonly referred to as the ''Ice Age'', began 115,000 years before present, and ended around 9,700 BC; that is 11,700 years ago. In particular [[North America]], [[Europe]] and [[Asia]] have traces of glaciation. Some glaciated regions are now covered with [[Boreal forest]]. ==Understand== {{seealso|Geology tourism}} [[File:Oldedalen.jpg|thumb|[[Olden]] lake is 33 metres above sea level and was separated from the ocean during the rebound. There are still active glaciers (branches of [[Jostedalsbreen]]) in Olden valley.]] {{quote|From Ymir's flesh the earth was formed,<br>and from his bones the hills,<br>the heaven from the skull of that ice-cold giant,<br>and from his blood the sea.|author=Voluspa, the Elder Edda}} The Nordic countries were covered by ice during the last Ice Age, until 10,000&nbsp;BC. The ice has set its mark on the scenery, both obvious ones and more discrete traces: enormous rocks in otherwise flat terrain (glacial erratics), polished bedrock, large potholes drilled in the bedrock by eddies in glacial rivers (giants kettles), and a hundred metre high sandy terraces at valley mouths. [[Fjords]], such as the [[fjords of Norway]], were also created by glacial erosion, though at a longer time scale. The rising land has lifted parts of some fjords above the sea level and in this way created picturesque lakes. Traces of the Nordic Ice Age can be found even in Germany and Poland, which have glacial erratics transported there from the former Nordic bedrock; glacial erratics are common in southern Finland. ===Post-glacial rebound=== [[File:Blasieholmshamnen 2009.jpg|thumb|[[Stockholm]] quays are rebuilt once a century or so, to accommodate for rising land.]] {{quote|Then Bur's sons lifted the level land,<br>Mithgarth the mighty there they made;<br>The sun from the south warmed the stones of earth,<br>And green was the ground with growing leeks.}} The ice pushed down Earth's crust, and it is still rising in modern times, up to one centimetre each year in the area around Kvarken between Sweden and Finland. The '''post-glacial rebound''' constantly moves the coastline; most modern settlements and farmlands in Sweden and Finland were navigable sea a few thousand years, or even less than one thousand years ago. The movement is enough for old people to remember a different shoreline from their youth. In Norse mythology, the gods Thor and Loki visited the giant Skrymir (also referred to as Utgarda-Loki, named as such to avoid confusion with the namesake god), who gave them many challenges. Skrymir wagered that Thor, famous for his strength and thirst for beer, could not empty Skrymir's enormous drinking horn in three sips. While Thor took great effort, he failed. Skrymir revealed that he had put the spike of the horn into the sea, to prevent Thor from emptying the horn. However, the sea level had dropped since before he drank. ==Destinations== {{mapframe}} === Nordic countries === [[File:Haukalivatnet.JPG|thumb|Professor Esmark in 1823 studied Haukalivatnet lake in [[Rogaland]] at 50 metres above sea and realized that it had been created by a glacier. Esmark thus launched the theory of ice age and global climate change.]] [[File:Kyläniemiretki 08.jpg|thumb|View of [[Saimaa]] from the terminal moraine Salpausselkä]] [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|''Kummakivi''—a "balancing erratic boulder" in [[Ruokolahti]]—is one of the most unusual natural formations created by a glacier.]] * {{see | name=Eidfjord terraces | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.464375 | long=7.086710 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Eidfjord (village) | image=Eidfjord in eine fantastische Landschaft eingebettet.jpg | lastedit=2021-12-13 | content=Eidfjord high terrace (Hæreid) was originally a river delta. The top of Hæreid terrace is almost perfectly horizontal. During the rebound the land at Eidfjord emerged 120 metres above sea level and the river from Eidfjord lake dug through the sandy terrace creating a small gorge. The road between Eidfjord village and Vøringsfossen runs through the gorge. The high terrace is called Hæreid which means ''high isthmus''. Hæreid farm was presumably the home of powerful chiefs during the Viking age and earlier, possibly like a capital in Hardanger. There are several hundred burial mounds at Hæreid. }} *'''Glacial potholes''': A giant's kettle, also known as either a giant's cauldron (Norwegian: ''jettegryte''), moulin pothole, or glacial pothole, is a typically large and cylindrical pothole drilled in solid rock underlying a glacier. These are common in the Nordic countries. **{{see | name=Rullestadjuvet jettegryter | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.875447 | long=6.449763 | directions=E134 between Odda and Fjæra | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | content=The numerous potholes in Rullestad gorge are among the largest (several metres across) in Northern Europe and were created during the Ice Age. Relatively easy hike (elevation gain about 250 m) but cliffs are steep and hikes should be done in dry conditions and with good hiking shoes/boots. }} **{{see | name=Mågålaupet (several linked potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Drivdalen | lat=62.5 | long=9.587222 | directions=E6 south of [[Oppdal]] village | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Mågålaupet | image=Magalaupet 1.jpg | content=Several linked potholes forms a narrow gorge in Driva river. Driva river flows from Dovre plateau north to Oppdal. }} **{{see | name=Helvete (several potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gausdal ([[Oppland]] district) | lat=61.362406 | long=9.672576 | directions=Road 255 north of Lillehammer to Espedalsvatnet lake | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Helvete4.jpg | wikidata=Q11974960 | content=Several large potholes, up to 20 metres wide and 50 metres deep. The name ''Helvete'' simply means Hell because these potholes were difficult to pass. Presumably the greatest pothole area. }} * {{see | name=Haukalivatnet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.915053 | long=6.157584 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Haukalivatnet.JPG | wikidata=Q35705788 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Haukalivatnet is a fjord-lake at 50 metres above sea level in Rogaland near mouth of Lysefjorden. Jens Esmark in 1823 realized similarities to moraines near existing glaciers at [[Jostedalsbreen]]. Esmark concluded that glaciers had covered large parts of the land. Esmark's discovery were later attributed to or appropriated by Theodor Kjerulf and Louis Agassiz. Geoscientist Jens Esmark in 1824 published an article stating that there was indisputable evidence that Norway and other parts of Europe had previously been covered by enormous glaciers carving out valleys and fjords, in a cold climate caused by changes in the eccentricity of Earth's orbit. Esmark and his travel companion Otto Tank arrived at this insight by analogous reasoning: enigmatic landscape features they observed close to sea level along the Norwegian coast strongly resembled features they observed in the front of a retreating glacier during a mountain traverse in the summer of 1823. }} * {{see | name=[[High Coast]] and [[Kvarken Archipelago]] | alt=Höga kusten och Kvarkens skärgård | directions=Västernorrland County, Sweden, and Ostrbothnia, Finland | wikidata=Q10532185 | content=A region where post-glacial rebound reaches nearly 1 centimetre a year, a {{unesco}}. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Ruokolahti]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | lastedit= | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder that lies on a convex bedrock surface. }} * {{see | name=Punkaharju | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Punkaharju]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10646796 | lastedit= | content=A ridge and national landscape. }} * {{see | name=Salpausselkä | alt=Stängselåsarna | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1470921 | lastedit= | content=Three terminal moraines in Finland, stretching through southern Finland and the Finnish Lakeland. They were created when the withdrawal of the glacier temporarily stopped during three periods in 10,250–9,300 BCE. In Scandinavia, the Ra (described separately) was created during the same times. The moraines are mostly 20–30 m high, but rise to 70–80 m above Lohjanjärvi in [[Lohja]], Hiidenvesi in [[Vihti]] and Vesijärvi in [[Lahti]]. One more terminal moraine runs south-west to north-east through [[Jyväskylä]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä I | alt=Stora Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651091 | lastedit= | content=The first and greatest of the Salpausselkä moraines was created in 10,250–10,050 BCE. It starts at the Hanko Peninsula ([[Hanko]]), continues as Lojoåsen through [[Raseborg]] and [[Lohja]] to [[Hyvinkää]] and [[Kärkölä]], after which it is no more unbroken, but continues through [[Hollola]], [[Lahti]], [[Kouvola]], [[Lappeenranta]] and [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä II | alt=Lilla Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651140 | lastedit= | content=The second of the Salpausselkä moraines ("small Salpausselkä") was created 9,790–9,590 BCE. It can be seen as sandy areas in [[Örö]] and Hitis of [[Kimitoön]], emerges from the sea in Bromarv of [[Raseborg]], continues to Sammatti of [[Lohja]], from where it becomes broken up but forms parallel moraines and continues through [[Karkkila]], [[Loppi]] and [[Janakkala]] to Lammi of [[Hämeenlinna]]. From [[Asikkala]] it is again continuous through Vääksy, Jaala of [[Kouvola]], [[Savitaipale]] and Kesälahti of [[Kitee]] to [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä III | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651141 | lastedit= | content=The third of the Salpausselkä moraines, not always counted, was created 9,400–9,300. It appears first as [[Jurmo]], can be seen as some other islands and reefs, on land in [[Kimitoön]] and again here and there to [[Hämeenlinna]]. }} * {{see | name=Simo Upthrust Park | alt=Simon Maankohoumapuisto | url=http://www.maankohoumapuisto.fi/eng/ | email= | address= | lat=65.6272801 | long=25.0026744 | directions=[[Simo]], [[Finland]] | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | lastedit= | content=During the last ice age the kilometres-thick ice sheet caused the basement rock to depress. The Bothnian Bay area is the best place on Earth to see how it slowly rises up, nearly one centimetre a year. Eventually this phenomenon known as ''[[post-glacial rebound]]'' will slowly turn the whole Bothnian Bay into a lake. The Upthrust Park is a collection of sites where one may get some feeling on this fancy phenomenon. Info plates. }} *'''The South Scandinavian ''Ra''''': The ''Ra'' is the largest terminal moraine in Southern Scandinavia and Finland. The Ra was created at one of the last glacial advances around 11,000 years B.C. The Ra crosses the Scandinavian peninsula roughly between Oslo and Stockholm, then runs around Norway's south coast. ''Ra'' is an old Norse word for a ridge of gravel. Terminal moraines are typically mixed material of boulders, pebbles, sand and clay. On the surface, finer particles have been washed off and left course particles like boulders and pebbles. In Norway, the Ra is clearly visible and well-known particularly in Østfold and Vestfold areas around the Oslofjord. Some of Norway's best agricultural land is along the slopes of the Ra. In Vestfold the main road has since prehistory followed the Ra because the highest point of the Ra is naturally dry and stable. In Østfold [[E6 through Sweden and Norway|road E6]] runs along the Ra between Halden and Moss (about 60 km). ** {{see | name=Raet National Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.432231 | long=8.800049 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jerkholmen2019 (6).jpg | wikidata=Q28082020 | lastedit=2021-11-20 | content=Raet National Park (Norwegian: Raet nasjonalpark) is a national park in Arendal, Tvedestrand and Grimstad in [[Agder]], southeastern Norway. It is partly on short and partly under water, and includes some islands and coastal areas. }} ** {{see | name=Jomfruland (island) | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.865 | long=9.596111 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jomfruland | image=Kragerø Map 1.JPG | wikidata=Q997483 | lastedit=2021-11-24 | content=Jomfruland is an elongated island located off the coast at Kragerø in [[Telemark]], Norway. The island is largely made of pebbles and is part of the Ra, the great terminal moraine. Jomfruland shelters the archipelago within. The island and surround sea is protected as a national park. }}<!-- -->[[File:Istidenes månelandskap.JPG|thumb|Glacial potholes near Trolltunga.]] * {{see | name=Svelvikryggen | alt=Svelvik ridge | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.613611 | long=10.411944 | directions=Svelvik near [[Drammen]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Svelvik - no-nb digifoto 20160719 00011 NB MIT FNR 18771 (cropped).jpg | wikidata=Q12004289 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content=The Svelvik ridge cuts the Drammensfjord almost in two. The ridge is some 50–70 metres high and contains glacial sand and gravel (fluvioglacial gravel from the last Holocene deglaciation). Water has dug a natural strait or canal between the inner and outer Drammensfjord. The great supply of freshwater to the inner Drammensfjord makes the water in deep inner fjord brackish and almost like a lake (a common situation in glacial fjords with shallow thresholds). Surplus water and tide sets up one of Norway's strongest tidal currents in the Svelvik canal. The Svelvik canal is crossed by Norway's shortest ferry trip. The canal is the access to Drammen port, one of Norway's most important. }} * {{see | name=Vandresteinen i Stavanger | alt=Travelling boulder in Stavanger | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.953909 | long=5.739262 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Vandresteinen Rogalandsgaten.jpg | wikidata=Q19368966 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Glacial erratic (or travelling boulder) resting in Rogalandsgaten, [[Stavanger]]. Protected by law since 1959 as natural heritage. Glacial erratics are common in the Nordic countries. }} * {{see | name=Söderfjärden | alt= | url=http://www.meteoria.fi | email= | address= | lat=63.036 | long=21.586 | directions=10 km south of [[Vaasa]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1586200 | content=A round plain clearly visible from the '''Öjberget''' hill; a meteorite impact crater formed 520 million years ago. This is a spectacular example of a seabed which became dry land during historic times. The phrase ''fjärd'' implied that here was a bay of the Baltic Sea up to the Middle Ages, which transformed to a freshwater wetland during the early modern centuries. From 1919 to 1927, the land was dried out, as the largest project of its kind in the Nordic countries. A small portion of the plain is still wetland, and a habitat for birds. A visitor centre Meteoria (Meteoriihi) is located in the middle of the crater. }} * {{see | name=Lyell's oak | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Stockholm/Östermalm]]. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10571403 | content=Scottish geologist Charles Lyell investigated the receding surface of the Baltic Sea by studying this oak in 1835. In the 1840s, scientists proposed that the bedrock of northern Europe is continuously rising due to post-glacial rebound. The oak is near the Stockholm University campus, a centre for earth scientists. See [[Stockholm environmentalist tour]] for a walk through the redevelopment of an industrial zone. }} * {{see | name=[[Södermalm heights tour]] | lat=59.32022 | long=18.05047 | content=A walk across the rugged [[Södermalm]] island in Stockholm, exploring the traces of the Ice Age and post-glacial rebound in an urban environment. Lake Mälaren was part of the Baltic Sea until the Middle Ages, and as the sea level has been rising, the canals to the sea have needed improvement. }} === Rest of Europe === * [[Snowdonia]] in Wales <!-- * the [[Lake District]] – which one, the link leads to a redirect --> ===North America=== [[File:Canada geological map.JPG|thumb|Canadian Shield is the area shown in shades of red and pink]] * {{see | name=Canadian Shield | alt=Laurentian Plateau | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Canadian Shield | content=This is a large region of mostly igneous rock formed in the Precambrian period, more than 540 million years ago. During the ice ages it was heavily glaciated, and it is now a region of mostly flat land with thin soil and many rock outcrops.<br/>Canada has more lakes than any other country by quite a wide margin; most of them are in this region and were gouged out by glaciers. If you fly London-LA (Arlo Guthrie's "Coming in from London from over the pole") or various other routes that pass over northern Quebec, then you get a view of a huge region (larger than France or Texas) that is mostly [[boreal forest]] and is all dotted with dozens of lakes.<br/>Much of the tourism in the region is [[fishing|fishermen]] or [[hunting|hunters]] who come in by float planes that land on the lakes. }} * {{go | name=[[Ice Age trail]] | alt=Ice Age National Scientific Reserve | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Wisconsin]], United States | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q49504499 | content=A walking trail with a showcase of geological features. }} * {{see | name=[[Finger Lakes]] | directions=[[New York]], United States | wikidata=Q1416994 | content=Eleven north-south lakes. }} ===Beringia=== During the last ice age, what is now the Bering Sea was land and people migrated across this Bering Land Bridge from Asia into the Americas. There are a few archaeological sites from the period; see [[Indigenous_cultures_of_North_America#Before_3000_BCE|Indigenous cultures of North America]]. * {{see | name=[[Whitehorse#Beringia Interpretive Centre|Beringia Museum]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Whitehorse]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1718634 | content= }} There are parks on both sides of the straits: * {{see | name=[[Bering Land Bridge National Preserve]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Arctic Alaska]], USA | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bering Land Bridge National Preserve | wikidata=Q820652 | content= }} * {{see | name=Beringia National Park | alt= | url=https://www.beringiapark.ru/about-park.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Chukotka]] in the [[Russian Far East]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Beringia National Park | wikidata=Q16536603 | content=Russia's largest national park. Any visit to Chukotka requires a permit. }} Both are difficult to visit, quite remote with limited transport and a cold climate. ==Flora and fauna== [[File:Elasm062.jpg|thumb|Elasmotherium, the Siberian unicorn<br />{{meter|2}} at the shoulder]] Many species of large animal, which biologists call ''megafauna'', that were common during the ice ages became extinct around the end of those ages, about 10,000 BCE. These included the woolly mammoth, woolly rhinoceros, saber-tooth tiger, and several species of deer and cattle (aurochs) much larger than modern species. One site is particularly famous for preserved examples of these beasts: * {{listing | name=La Brea Tar Pits | alt= | url=https://tarpits.org/ | email= | address=5801 Wilshire Blvd | lat=34.063788 | long=-118.357622 | directions=[[Los Angeles/Wilshire|Los Angeles]], California | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=La Brea Tar Pits | content=An area in the middle of L.A. with Ice Age beasts preserved in tar. It has a large museum. }} Another site is remarkable for the sheer number of fossilized skeletons (particularly mammoths) discovered while building an airport terminal: * * {{listing | name=Mammoth Central | alt= | url=https://mamutsantalucia.com/ | email= | address=[[Mexico City#By plane|Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles, Mexico City]] | lat=19.741309215426405 | long=-98.98763534679726 | directions=Metro to Buenavista, then Tren Suburbano to AIFA. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mammoth central | lastedit=2026-06-22 | content=An area in the northeastern suburbs of Mexico City where the remains of more than 500 mammoths (as well as other animals) were found. It has a large paleontological museum. }} See [[Paleontology]] for other sites and other museums. Other species that were widespread then, such as reindeer in Europe and caribou in North America, survive to this day though their range has been reduced. Polar bears are another survivor, and a tourist attraction in [[Churchill]], northern Canada. ==See also== * [[Paleontology]] * [[Prehistoric Europe]] * [[Vikings and the Old Norse]] * [[Boreal forest]] {{PartOfTopic|Natural attractions}} {{usabletopic}} mxtqmgx3q9cxy55a54930leokc4pilf 5328417 5328413 2026-08-14T17:04:20Z Pashley 1822 /* Flora and fauna */ 5328417 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Bathurst Inlet rebounding beach banner.jpg|caption=Rising beach in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut}} On a geological timescale, Earth's climate has gone through considerable changes. Colder periods, during which glaciers covered more land and sea than today, are called '''ice ages'''. The '''last glacial period''', commonly referred to as the ''Ice Age'', began 115,000 years before present, and ended around 9,700 BC; that is 11,700 years ago. In particular [[North America]], [[Europe]] and [[Asia]] have traces of glaciation. Some glaciated regions are now covered with [[Boreal forest]]. ==Understand== {{seealso|Geology tourism}} [[File:Oldedalen.jpg|thumb|[[Olden]] lake is 33 metres above sea level and was separated from the ocean during the rebound. There are still active glaciers (branches of [[Jostedalsbreen]]) in Olden valley.]] {{quote|From Ymir's flesh the earth was formed,<br>and from his bones the hills,<br>the heaven from the skull of that ice-cold giant,<br>and from his blood the sea.|author=Voluspa, the Elder Edda}} The Nordic countries were covered by ice during the last Ice Age, until 10,000&nbsp;BC. The ice has set its mark on the scenery, both obvious ones and more discrete traces: enormous rocks in otherwise flat terrain (glacial erratics), polished bedrock, large potholes drilled in the bedrock by eddies in glacial rivers (giants kettles), and a hundred metre high sandy terraces at valley mouths. [[Fjords]], such as the [[fjords of Norway]], were also created by glacial erosion, though at a longer time scale. The rising land has lifted parts of some fjords above the sea level and in this way created picturesque lakes. Traces of the Nordic Ice Age can be found even in Germany and Poland, which have glacial erratics transported there from the former Nordic bedrock; glacial erratics are common in southern Finland. ===Post-glacial rebound=== [[File:Blasieholmshamnen 2009.jpg|thumb|[[Stockholm]] quays are rebuilt once a century or so, to accommodate for rising land.]] {{quote|Then Bur's sons lifted the level land,<br>Mithgarth the mighty there they made;<br>The sun from the south warmed the stones of earth,<br>And green was the ground with growing leeks.}} The ice pushed down Earth's crust, and it is still rising in modern times, up to one centimetre each year in the area around Kvarken between Sweden and Finland. The '''post-glacial rebound''' constantly moves the coastline; most modern settlements and farmlands in Sweden and Finland were navigable sea a few thousand years, or even less than one thousand years ago. The movement is enough for old people to remember a different shoreline from their youth. In Norse mythology, the gods Thor and Loki visited the giant Skrymir (also referred to as Utgarda-Loki, named as such to avoid confusion with the namesake god), who gave them many challenges. Skrymir wagered that Thor, famous for his strength and thirst for beer, could not empty Skrymir's enormous drinking horn in three sips. While Thor took great effort, he failed. Skrymir revealed that he had put the spike of the horn into the sea, to prevent Thor from emptying the horn. However, the sea level had dropped since before he drank. ==Destinations== {{mapframe}} === Nordic countries === [[File:Haukalivatnet.JPG|thumb|Professor Esmark in 1823 studied Haukalivatnet lake in [[Rogaland]] at 50 metres above sea and realized that it had been created by a glacier. Esmark thus launched the theory of ice age and global climate change.]] [[File:Kyläniemiretki 08.jpg|thumb|View of [[Saimaa]] from the terminal moraine Salpausselkä]] [[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|''Kummakivi''—a "balancing erratic boulder" in [[Ruokolahti]]—is one of the most unusual natural formations created by a glacier.]] * {{see | name=Eidfjord terraces | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.464375 | long=7.086710 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Eidfjord (village) | image=Eidfjord in eine fantastische Landschaft eingebettet.jpg | lastedit=2021-12-13 | content=Eidfjord high terrace (Hæreid) was originally a river delta. The top of Hæreid terrace is almost perfectly horizontal. During the rebound the land at Eidfjord emerged 120 metres above sea level and the river from Eidfjord lake dug through the sandy terrace creating a small gorge. The road between Eidfjord village and Vøringsfossen runs through the gorge. The high terrace is called Hæreid which means ''high isthmus''. Hæreid farm was presumably the home of powerful chiefs during the Viking age and earlier, possibly like a capital in Hardanger. There are several hundred burial mounds at Hæreid. }} *'''Glacial potholes''': A giant's kettle, also known as either a giant's cauldron (Norwegian: ''jettegryte''), moulin pothole, or glacial pothole, is a typically large and cylindrical pothole drilled in solid rock underlying a glacier. These are common in the Nordic countries. **{{see | name=Rullestadjuvet jettegryter | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.875447 | long=6.449763 | directions=E134 between Odda and Fjæra | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | content=The numerous potholes in Rullestad gorge are among the largest (several metres across) in Northern Europe and were created during the Ice Age. Relatively easy hike (elevation gain about 250 m) but cliffs are steep and hikes should be done in dry conditions and with good hiking shoes/boots. }} **{{see | name=Mågålaupet (several linked potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Drivdalen | lat=62.5 | long=9.587222 | directions=E6 south of [[Oppdal]] village | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Mågålaupet | image=Magalaupet 1.jpg | content=Several linked potholes forms a narrow gorge in Driva river. Driva river flows from Dovre plateau north to Oppdal. }} **{{see | name=Helvete (several potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gausdal ([[Oppland]] district) | lat=61.362406 | long=9.672576 | directions=Road 255 north of Lillehammer to Espedalsvatnet lake | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Helvete4.jpg | wikidata=Q11974960 | content=Several large potholes, up to 20 metres wide and 50 metres deep. The name ''Helvete'' simply means Hell because these potholes were difficult to pass. Presumably the greatest pothole area. }} * {{see | name=Haukalivatnet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.915053 | long=6.157584 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Haukalivatnet.JPG | wikidata=Q35705788 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Haukalivatnet is a fjord-lake at 50 metres above sea level in Rogaland near mouth of Lysefjorden. Jens Esmark in 1823 realized similarities to moraines near existing glaciers at [[Jostedalsbreen]]. Esmark concluded that glaciers had covered large parts of the land. Esmark's discovery were later attributed to or appropriated by Theodor Kjerulf and Louis Agassiz. Geoscientist Jens Esmark in 1824 published an article stating that there was indisputable evidence that Norway and other parts of Europe had previously been covered by enormous glaciers carving out valleys and fjords, in a cold climate caused by changes in the eccentricity of Earth's orbit. Esmark and his travel companion Otto Tank arrived at this insight by analogous reasoning: enigmatic landscape features they observed close to sea level along the Norwegian coast strongly resembled features they observed in the front of a retreating glacier during a mountain traverse in the summer of 1823. }} * {{see | name=[[High Coast]] and [[Kvarken Archipelago]] | alt=Höga kusten och Kvarkens skärgård | directions=Västernorrland County, Sweden, and Ostrbothnia, Finland | wikidata=Q10532185 | content=A region where post-glacial rebound reaches nearly 1 centimetre a year, a {{unesco}}. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Ruokolahti]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | lastedit= | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder that lies on a convex bedrock surface. }} * {{see | name=Punkaharju | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Punkaharju]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10646796 | lastedit= | content=A ridge and national landscape. }} * {{see | name=Salpausselkä | alt=Stängselåsarna | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1470921 | lastedit= | content=Three terminal moraines in Finland, stretching through southern Finland and the Finnish Lakeland. They were created when the withdrawal of the glacier temporarily stopped during three periods in 10,250–9,300 BCE. In Scandinavia, the Ra (described separately) was created during the same times. The moraines are mostly 20–30 m high, but rise to 70–80 m above Lohjanjärvi in [[Lohja]], Hiidenvesi in [[Vihti]] and Vesijärvi in [[Lahti]]. One more terminal moraine runs south-west to north-east through [[Jyväskylä]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä I | alt=Stora Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651091 | lastedit= | content=The first and greatest of the Salpausselkä moraines was created in 10,250–10,050 BCE. It starts at the Hanko Peninsula ([[Hanko]]), continues as Lojoåsen through [[Raseborg]] and [[Lohja]] to [[Hyvinkää]] and [[Kärkölä]], after which it is no more unbroken, but continues through [[Hollola]], [[Lahti]], [[Kouvola]], [[Lappeenranta]] and [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä II | alt=Lilla Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651140 | lastedit= | content=The second of the Salpausselkä moraines ("small Salpausselkä") was created 9,790–9,590 BCE. It can be seen as sandy areas in [[Örö]] and Hitis of [[Kimitoön]], emerges from the sea in Bromarv of [[Raseborg]], continues to Sammatti of [[Lohja]], from where it becomes broken up but forms parallel moraines and continues through [[Karkkila]], [[Loppi]] and [[Janakkala]] to Lammi of [[Hämeenlinna]]. From [[Asikkala]] it is again continuous through Vääksy, Jaala of [[Kouvola]], [[Savitaipale]] and Kesälahti of [[Kitee]] to [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä III | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651141 | lastedit= | content=The third of the Salpausselkä moraines, not always counted, was created 9,400–9,300. It appears first as [[Jurmo]], can be seen as some other islands and reefs, on land in [[Kimitoön]] and again here and there to [[Hämeenlinna]]. }} * {{see | name=Simo Upthrust Park | alt=Simon Maankohoumapuisto | url=http://www.maankohoumapuisto.fi/eng/ | email= | address= | lat=65.6272801 | long=25.0026744 | directions=[[Simo]], [[Finland]] | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | lastedit= | content=During the last ice age the kilometres-thick ice sheet caused the basement rock to depress. The Bothnian Bay area is the best place on Earth to see how it slowly rises up, nearly one centimetre a year. Eventually this phenomenon known as ''[[post-glacial rebound]]'' will slowly turn the whole Bothnian Bay into a lake. The Upthrust Park is a collection of sites where one may get some feeling on this fancy phenomenon. Info plates. }} *'''The South Scandinavian ''Ra''''': The ''Ra'' is the largest terminal moraine in Southern Scandinavia and Finland. The Ra was created at one of the last glacial advances around 11,000 years B.C. The Ra crosses the Scandinavian peninsula roughly between Oslo and Stockholm, then runs around Norway's south coast. ''Ra'' is an old Norse word for a ridge of gravel. Terminal moraines are typically mixed material of boulders, pebbles, sand and clay. On the surface, finer particles have been washed off and left course particles like boulders and pebbles. In Norway, the Ra is clearly visible and well-known particularly in Østfold and Vestfold areas around the Oslofjord. Some of Norway's best agricultural land is along the slopes of the Ra. In Vestfold the main road has since prehistory followed the Ra because the highest point of the Ra is naturally dry and stable. In Østfold [[E6 through Sweden and Norway|road E6]] runs along the Ra between Halden and Moss (about 60 km). ** {{see | name=Raet National Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.432231 | long=8.800049 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jerkholmen2019 (6).jpg | wikidata=Q28082020 | lastedit=2021-11-20 | content=Raet National Park (Norwegian: Raet nasjonalpark) is a national park in Arendal, Tvedestrand and Grimstad in [[Agder]], southeastern Norway. It is partly on short and partly under water, and includes some islands and coastal areas. }} ** {{see | name=Jomfruland (island) | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.865 | long=9.596111 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jomfruland | image=Kragerø Map 1.JPG | wikidata=Q997483 | lastedit=2021-11-24 | content=Jomfruland is an elongated island located off the coast at Kragerø in [[Telemark]], Norway. The island is largely made of pebbles and is part of the Ra, the great terminal moraine. Jomfruland shelters the archipelago within. The island and surround sea is protected as a national park. }}<!-- -->[[File:Istidenes månelandskap.JPG|thumb|Glacial potholes near Trolltunga.]] * {{see | name=Svelvikryggen | alt=Svelvik ridge | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.613611 | long=10.411944 | directions=Svelvik near [[Drammen]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Svelvik - no-nb digifoto 20160719 00011 NB MIT FNR 18771 (cropped).jpg | wikidata=Q12004289 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content=The Svelvik ridge cuts the Drammensfjord almost in two. The ridge is some 50–70 metres high and contains glacial sand and gravel (fluvioglacial gravel from the last Holocene deglaciation). Water has dug a natural strait or canal between the inner and outer Drammensfjord. The great supply of freshwater to the inner Drammensfjord makes the water in deep inner fjord brackish and almost like a lake (a common situation in glacial fjords with shallow thresholds). Surplus water and tide sets up one of Norway's strongest tidal currents in the Svelvik canal. The Svelvik canal is crossed by Norway's shortest ferry trip. The canal is the access to Drammen port, one of Norway's most important. }} * {{see | name=Vandresteinen i Stavanger | alt=Travelling boulder in Stavanger | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.953909 | long=5.739262 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Vandresteinen Rogalandsgaten.jpg | wikidata=Q19368966 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Glacial erratic (or travelling boulder) resting in Rogalandsgaten, [[Stavanger]]. Protected by law since 1959 as natural heritage. Glacial erratics are common in the Nordic countries. }} * {{see | name=Söderfjärden | alt= | url=http://www.meteoria.fi | email= | address= | lat=63.036 | long=21.586 | directions=10 km south of [[Vaasa]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1586200 | content=A round plain clearly visible from the '''Öjberget''' hill; a meteorite impact crater formed 520 million years ago. This is a spectacular example of a seabed which became dry land during historic times. The phrase ''fjärd'' implied that here was a bay of the Baltic Sea up to the Middle Ages, which transformed to a freshwater wetland during the early modern centuries. From 1919 to 1927, the land was dried out, as the largest project of its kind in the Nordic countries. A small portion of the plain is still wetland, and a habitat for birds. A visitor centre Meteoria (Meteoriihi) is located in the middle of the crater. }} * {{see | name=Lyell's oak | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Stockholm/Östermalm]]. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10571403 | content=Scottish geologist Charles Lyell investigated the receding surface of the Baltic Sea by studying this oak in 1835. In the 1840s, scientists proposed that the bedrock of northern Europe is continuously rising due to post-glacial rebound. The oak is near the Stockholm University campus, a centre for earth scientists. See [[Stockholm environmentalist tour]] for a walk through the redevelopment of an industrial zone. }} * {{see | name=[[Södermalm heights tour]] | lat=59.32022 | long=18.05047 | content=A walk across the rugged [[Södermalm]] island in Stockholm, exploring the traces of the Ice Age and post-glacial rebound in an urban environment. Lake Mälaren was part of the Baltic Sea until the Middle Ages, and as the sea level has been rising, the canals to the sea have needed improvement. }} === Rest of Europe === * [[Snowdonia]] in Wales <!-- * the [[Lake District]] – which one, the link leads to a redirect --> ===North America=== [[File:Canada geological map.JPG|thumb|Canadian Shield is the area shown in shades of red and pink]] * {{see | name=Canadian Shield | alt=Laurentian Plateau | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Canadian Shield | content=This is a large region of mostly igneous rock formed in the Precambrian period, more than 540 million years ago. During the ice ages it was heavily glaciated, and it is now a region of mostly flat land with thin soil and many rock outcrops.<br/>Canada has more lakes than any other country by quite a wide margin; most of them are in this region and were gouged out by glaciers. If you fly London-LA (Arlo Guthrie's "Coming in from London from over the pole") or various other routes that pass over northern Quebec, then you get a view of a huge region (larger than France or Texas) that is mostly [[boreal forest]] and is all dotted with dozens of lakes.<br/>Much of the tourism in the region is [[fishing|fishermen]] or [[hunting|hunters]] who come in by float planes that land on the lakes. }} * {{go | name=[[Ice Age trail]] | alt=Ice Age National Scientific Reserve | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Wisconsin]], United States | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q49504499 | content=A walking trail with a showcase of geological features. }} * {{see | name=[[Finger Lakes]] | directions=[[New York]], United States | wikidata=Q1416994 | content=Eleven north-south lakes. }} ===Beringia=== During the last ice age, what is now the Bering Sea was land and people migrated across this Bering Land Bridge from Asia into the Americas. There are a few archaeological sites from the period; see [[Indigenous_cultures_of_North_America#Before_3000_BCE|Indigenous cultures of North America]]. * {{see | name=[[Whitehorse#Beringia Interpretive Centre|Beringia Museum]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Whitehorse]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1718634 | content= }} There are parks on both sides of the straits: * {{see | name=[[Bering Land Bridge National Preserve]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Arctic Alaska]], USA | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bering Land Bridge National Preserve | wikidata=Q820652 | content= }} * {{see | name=Beringia National Park | alt= | url=https://www.beringiapark.ru/about-park.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Chukotka]] in the [[Russian Far East]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Beringia National Park | wikidata=Q16536603 | content=Russia's largest national park. Any visit to Chukotka requires a permit. }} Both are difficult to visit, quite remote with limited transport and a cold climate. ==Flora and fauna== Many species of large animal, which biologists call ''megafauna'', that were common during the ice ages became extinct around the end of those ages, about 10,000 BCE. These included the woolly mammoth, woolly rhinoceros, saber-tooth tiger, and several species of deer and cattle (aurochs) much larger than modern species. [[File:Elasm062.jpg|thumb|Elasmotherium, the Siberian unicorn<br />{{meter|2}} at the shoulder]] One site is particularly famous for preserved examples of these beasts: * {{listing | name=La Brea Tar Pits | alt= | url=https://tarpits.org/ | email= | address=5801 Wilshire Blvd | lat=34.063788 | long=-118.357622 | directions=[[Los Angeles/Wilshire|Los Angeles]], California | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=La Brea Tar Pits | content=An area in the middle of L.A. with Ice Age beasts preserved in tar. It has a large museum. }} Another site is remarkable for the sheer number of fossilized skeletons (particularly mammoths) discovered while building an airport terminal: * * {{listing | name=Mammoth Central | alt= | url=https://mamutsantalucia.com/ | email= | address=[[Mexico City#By plane|Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles, Mexico City]] | lat=19.741309215426405 | long=-98.98763534679726 | directions=Metro to Buenavista, then Tren Suburbano to AIFA. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mammoth central | lastedit=2026-06-22 | content=An area in the northeastern suburbs of Mexico City where the remains of more than 500 mammoths (as well as other animals) were found. It has a large paleontological museum. }} See [[Paleontology]] for other sites and other museums. Other species that were widespread then, such as reindeer in Europe and caribou in North America, survive to this day though their range has been reduced. Polar bears are another survivor, and a tourist attraction in [[Churchill]], northern Canada. ==See also== * [[Paleontology]] * [[Prehistoric Europe]] * [[Vikings and the Old Norse]] * [[Boreal forest]] {{PartOfTopic|Natural attractions}} {{usabletopic}} ri7q6ooviinyivuvtim46oor8u1kd6j 5328421 5328417 2026-08-14T17:06:48Z LPfi 79572 /* Nordic countries */ image placement 5328421 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Bathurst Inlet rebounding beach banner.jpg|caption=Rising beach in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut}} On a geological timescale, Earth's climate has gone through considerable changes. Colder periods, during which glaciers covered more land and sea than today, are called '''ice ages'''. The '''last glacial period''', commonly referred to as the ''Ice Age'', began 115,000 years before present, and ended around 9,700 BC; that is 11,700 years ago. In particular [[North America]], [[Europe]] and [[Asia]] have traces of glaciation. Some glaciated regions are now covered with [[Boreal forest]]. ==Understand== {{seealso|Geology tourism}} [[File:Oldedalen.jpg|thumb|[[Olden]] lake is 33 metres above sea level and was separated from the ocean during the rebound. There are still active glaciers (branches of [[Jostedalsbreen]]) in Olden valley.]] {{quote|From Ymir's flesh the earth was formed,<br>and from his bones the hills,<br>the heaven from the skull of that ice-cold giant,<br>and from his blood the sea.|author=Voluspa, the Elder Edda}} The Nordic countries were covered by ice during the last Ice Age, until 10,000&nbsp;BC. The ice has set its mark on the scenery, both obvious ones and more discrete traces: enormous rocks in otherwise flat terrain (glacial erratics), polished bedrock, large potholes drilled in the bedrock by eddies in glacial rivers (giants kettles), and a hundred metre high sandy terraces at valley mouths. [[Fjords]], such as the [[fjords of Norway]], were also created by glacial erosion, though at a longer time scale. The rising land has lifted parts of some fjords above the sea level and in this way created picturesque lakes. Traces of the Nordic Ice Age can be found even in Germany and Poland, which have glacial erratics transported there from the former Nordic bedrock; glacial erratics are common in southern Finland. ===Post-glacial rebound=== [[File:Blasieholmshamnen 2009.jpg|thumb|[[Stockholm]] quays are rebuilt once a century or so, to accommodate for rising land.]] {{quote|Then Bur's sons lifted the level land,<br>Mithgarth the mighty there they made;<br>The sun from the south warmed the stones of earth,<br>And green was the ground with growing leeks.}} The ice pushed down Earth's crust, and it is still rising in modern times, up to one centimetre each year in the area around Kvarken between Sweden and Finland. The '''post-glacial rebound''' constantly moves the coastline; most modern settlements and farmlands in Sweden and Finland were navigable sea a few thousand years, or even less than one thousand years ago. The movement is enough for old people to remember a different shoreline from their youth. In Norse mythology, the gods Thor and Loki visited the giant Skrymir (also referred to as Utgarda-Loki, named as such to avoid confusion with the namesake god), who gave them many challenges. Skrymir wagered that Thor, famous for his strength and thirst for beer, could not empty Skrymir's enormous drinking horn in three sips. While Thor took great effort, he failed. Skrymir revealed that he had put the spike of the horn into the sea, to prevent Thor from emptying the horn. However, the sea level had dropped since before he drank. ==Destinations== {{mapframe}} === Nordic countries === [[File:Haukalivatnet.JPG|thumb|Professor Esmark in 1823 studied Haukalivatnet lake in [[Rogaland]] at 50 metres above sea and realized that it had been created by a glacier. Esmark thus launched the theory of ice age and global climate change.]] [[File:Kyläniemiretki 08.jpg|thumb|View of [[Saimaa]] from the terminal moraine Salpausselkä]] * {{see | name=Eidfjord terraces | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.464375 | long=7.086710 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Eidfjord (village) | image=Eidfjord in eine fantastische Landschaft eingebettet.jpg | lastedit=2021-12-13 | content=Eidfjord high terrace (Hæreid) was originally a river delta. The top of Hæreid terrace is almost perfectly horizontal. During the rebound the land at Eidfjord emerged 120 metres above sea level and the river from Eidfjord lake dug through the sandy terrace creating a small gorge. The road between Eidfjord village and Vøringsfossen runs through the gorge. The high terrace is called Hæreid which means ''high isthmus''. Hæreid farm was presumably the home of powerful chiefs during the Viking age and earlier, possibly like a capital in Hardanger. There are several hundred burial mounds at Hæreid. }} *'''Glacial potholes''': A giant's kettle, also known as either a giant's cauldron (Norwegian: ''jettegryte''), moulin pothole, or glacial pothole, is a typically large and cylindrical pothole drilled in solid rock underlying a glacier. These are common in the Nordic countries. **{{see | name=Rullestadjuvet jettegryter | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.875447 | long=6.449763 | directions=E134 between Odda and Fjæra | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | content=The numerous potholes in Rullestad gorge are among the largest (several metres across) in Northern Europe and were created during the Ice Age. Relatively easy hike (elevation gain about 250 m) but cliffs are steep and hikes should be done in dry conditions and with good hiking shoes/boots. }} **{{see | name=Mågålaupet (several linked potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Drivdalen | lat=62.5 | long=9.587222 | directions=E6 south of [[Oppdal]] village | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Mågålaupet | image=Magalaupet 1.jpg | content=Several linked potholes forms a narrow gorge in Driva river. Driva river flows from Dovre plateau north to Oppdal. }} **{{see | name=Helvete (several potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gausdal ([[Oppland]] district) | lat=61.362406 | long=9.672576 | directions=Road 255 north of Lillehammer to Espedalsvatnet lake | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Helvete4.jpg | wikidata=Q11974960 | content=Several large potholes, up to 20 metres wide and 50 metres deep. The name ''Helvete'' simply means Hell because these potholes were difficult to pass. Presumably the greatest pothole area. }} * {{see | name=Haukalivatnet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.915053 | long=6.157584 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Haukalivatnet.JPG | wikidata=Q35705788 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Haukalivatnet is a fjord-lake at 50 metres above sea level in Rogaland near mouth of Lysefjorden. Jens Esmark in 1823 realized similarities to moraines near existing glaciers at [[Jostedalsbreen]]. Esmark concluded that glaciers had covered large parts of the land. Esmark's discovery were later attributed to or appropriated by Theodor Kjerulf and Louis Agassiz. Geoscientist Jens Esmark in 1824 published an article stating that there was indisputable evidence that Norway and other parts of Europe had previously been covered by enormous glaciers carving out valleys and fjords, in a cold climate caused by changes in the eccentricity of Earth's orbit. Esmark and his travel companion Otto Tank arrived at this insight by analogous reasoning: enigmatic landscape features they observed close to sea level along the Norwegian coast strongly resembled features they observed in the front of a retreating glacier during a mountain traverse in the summer of 1823. }} * {{see | name=[[High Coast]] and [[Kvarken Archipelago]] | alt=Höga kusten och Kvarkens skärgård | directions=Västernorrland County, Sweden, and Ostrbothnia, Finland | wikidata=Q10532185 | content=A region where post-glacial rebound reaches nearly 1 centimetre a year, a {{unesco}}. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Ruokolahti]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | lastedit= | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder that lies on a convex bedrock surface. }} * {{see | name=Punkaharju | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Punkaharju]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10646796 | lastedit= | content=A ridge and national landscape. }} * {{see | name=Salpausselkä | alt=Stängselåsarna | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1470921 | lastedit= | content=Three terminal moraines in Finland, stretching through southern Finland and the Finnish Lakeland. They were created when the withdrawal of the glacier temporarily stopped during three periods in 10,250–9,300 BCE. In Scandinavia, the Ra (described separately) was created during the same times. The moraines are mostly 20–30 m high, but rise to 70–80 m above Lohjanjärvi in [[Lohja]], Hiidenvesi in [[Vihti]] and Vesijärvi in [[Lahti]]. One more terminal moraine runs south-west to north-east through [[Jyväskylä]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä I | alt=Stora Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651091 | lastedit= | content=The first and greatest of the Salpausselkä moraines was created in 10,250–10,050 BCE. It starts at the Hanko Peninsula ([[Hanko]]), continues as Lojoåsen through [[Raseborg]] and [[Lohja]] to [[Hyvinkää]] and [[Kärkölä]], after which it is no more unbroken, but continues through [[Hollola]], [[Lahti]], [[Kouvola]], [[Lappeenranta]] and [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä II | alt=Lilla Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651140 | lastedit= | content=The second of the Salpausselkä moraines ("small Salpausselkä") was created 9,790–9,590 BCE. It can be seen as sandy areas in [[Örö]] and Hitis of [[Kimitoön]], emerges from the sea in Bromarv of [[Raseborg]], continues to Sammatti of [[Lohja]], from where it becomes broken up but forms parallel moraines and continues through [[Karkkila]], [[Loppi]] and [[Janakkala]] to Lammi of [[Hämeenlinna]]. From [[Asikkala]] it is again continuous through Vääksy, Jaala of [[Kouvola]], [[Savitaipale]] and Kesälahti of [[Kitee]] to [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä III | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651141 | lastedit= | content=The third of the Salpausselkä moraines, not always counted, was created 9,400–9,300. It appears first as [[Jurmo]], can be seen as some other islands and reefs, on land in [[Kimitoön]] and again here and there to [[Hämeenlinna]]. }} * {{see | name=Simo Upthrust Park | alt=Simon Maankohoumapuisto | url=http://www.maankohoumapuisto.fi/eng/ | email= | address= | lat=65.6272801 | long=25.0026744 | directions=[[Simo]], [[Finland]] | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | lastedit= | content=During the last ice age the kilometres-thick ice sheet caused the basement rock to depress. The Bothnian Bay area is the best place on Earth to see how it slowly rises up, nearly one centimetre a year. Eventually this phenomenon known as ''[[post-glacial rebound]]'' will slowly turn the whole Bothnian Bay into a lake. The Upthrust Park is a collection of sites where one may get some feeling on this fancy phenomenon. Info plates. }} *'''The South Scandinavian ''Ra''''': The ''Ra'' is the largest terminal moraine in Southern Scandinavia and Finland. The Ra was created at one of the last glacial advances around 11,000 years B.C. The Ra crosses the Scandinavian peninsula roughly between Oslo and Stockholm, then runs around Norway's south coast. ''Ra'' is an old Norse word for a ridge of gravel. Terminal moraines are typically mixed material of boulders, pebbles, sand and clay. On the surface, finer particles have been washed off and left course particles like boulders and pebbles. In Norway, the Ra is clearly visible and well-known particularly in Østfold and Vestfold areas around the Oslofjord. Some of Norway's best agricultural land is along the slopes of the Ra. In Vestfold the main road has since prehistory followed the Ra because the highest point of the Ra is naturally dry and stable. In Østfold [[E6 through Sweden and Norway|road E6]] runs along the Ra between Halden and Moss (about 60 km). ** {{see | name=Raet National Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.432231 | long=8.800049 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jerkholmen2019 (6).jpg | wikidata=Q28082020 | lastedit=2021-11-20 | content=Raet National Park (Norwegian: Raet nasjonalpark) is a national park in Arendal, Tvedestrand and Grimstad in [[Agder]], southeastern Norway. It is partly on short and partly under water, and includes some islands and coastal areas. }} ** {{see | name=Jomfruland (island) | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.865 | long=9.596111 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jomfruland | image=Kragerø Map 1.JPG | wikidata=Q997483 | lastedit=2021-11-24 | content=Jomfruland is an elongated island located off the coast at Kragerø in [[Telemark]], Norway. The island is largely made of pebbles and is part of the Ra, the great terminal moraine. Jomfruland shelters the archipelago within. The island and surround sea is protected as a national park. }}<!-- -->[[File:Istidenes månelandskap.JPG|thumb|Glacial potholes near Trolltunga]]<!-- -->[[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|''Kummakivi''—a "balancing erratic boulder" in [[Ruokolahti]]—is one of the most unusual natural formations created by a glacier.]] * {{see | name=Svelvikryggen | alt=Svelvik ridge | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.613611 | long=10.411944 | directions=Svelvik near [[Drammen]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Svelvik - no-nb digifoto 20160719 00011 NB MIT FNR 18771 (cropped).jpg | wikidata=Q12004289 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content=The Svelvik ridge cuts the Drammensfjord almost in two. The ridge is some 50–70 metres high and contains glacial sand and gravel (fluvioglacial gravel from the last Holocene deglaciation). Water has dug a natural strait or canal between the inner and outer Drammensfjord. The great supply of freshwater to the inner Drammensfjord makes the water in deep inner fjord brackish and almost like a lake (a common situation in glacial fjords with shallow thresholds). Surplus water and tide sets up one of Norway's strongest tidal currents in the Svelvik canal. The Svelvik canal is crossed by Norway's shortest ferry trip. The canal is the access to Drammen port, one of Norway's most important. }} * {{see | name=Vandresteinen i Stavanger | alt=Travelling boulder in Stavanger | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.953909 | long=5.739262 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Vandresteinen Rogalandsgaten.jpg | wikidata=Q19368966 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Glacial erratic (or travelling boulder) resting in Rogalandsgaten, [[Stavanger]]. Protected by law since 1959 as natural heritage. Glacial erratics are common in the Nordic countries. }} * {{see | name=Söderfjärden | alt= | url=http://www.meteoria.fi | email= | address= | lat=63.036 | long=21.586 | directions=10 km south of [[Vaasa]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1586200 | content=A round plain clearly visible from the '''Öjberget''' hill; a meteorite impact crater formed 520 million years ago. This is a spectacular example of a seabed which became dry land during historic times. The phrase ''fjärd'' implied that here was a bay of the Baltic Sea up to the Middle Ages, which transformed to a freshwater wetland during the early modern centuries. From 1919 to 1927, the land was dried out, as the largest project of its kind in the Nordic countries. A small portion of the plain is still wetland, and a habitat for birds. A visitor centre Meteoria (Meteoriihi) is located in the middle of the crater. }} * {{see | name=Lyell's oak | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Stockholm/Östermalm]]. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10571403 | content=Scottish geologist Charles Lyell investigated the receding surface of the Baltic Sea by studying this oak in 1835. In the 1840s, scientists proposed that the bedrock of northern Europe is continuously rising due to post-glacial rebound. The oak is near the Stockholm University campus, a centre for earth scientists. See [[Stockholm environmentalist tour]] for a walk through the redevelopment of an industrial zone. }} * {{see | name=[[Södermalm heights tour]] | lat=59.32022 | long=18.05047 | content=A walk across the rugged [[Södermalm]] island in Stockholm, exploring the traces of the Ice Age and post-glacial rebound in an urban environment. Lake Mälaren was part of the Baltic Sea until the Middle Ages, and as the sea level has been rising, the canals to the sea have needed improvement. }} === Rest of Europe === * [[Snowdonia]] in Wales <!-- * the [[Lake District]] – which one, the link leads to a redirect --> ===North America=== [[File:Canada geological map.JPG|thumb|Canadian Shield is the area shown in shades of red and pink]] * {{see | name=Canadian Shield | alt=Laurentian Plateau | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Canadian Shield | content=This is a large region of mostly igneous rock formed in the Precambrian period, more than 540 million years ago. During the ice ages it was heavily glaciated, and it is now a region of mostly flat land with thin soil and many rock outcrops.<br/>Canada has more lakes than any other country by quite a wide margin; most of them are in this region and were gouged out by glaciers. If you fly London-LA (Arlo Guthrie's "Coming in from London from over the pole") or various other routes that pass over northern Quebec, then you get a view of a huge region (larger than France or Texas) that is mostly [[boreal forest]] and is all dotted with dozens of lakes.<br/>Much of the tourism in the region is [[fishing|fishermen]] or [[hunting|hunters]] who come in by float planes that land on the lakes. }} * {{go | name=[[Ice Age trail]] | alt=Ice Age National Scientific Reserve | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Wisconsin]], United States | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q49504499 | content=A walking trail with a showcase of geological features. }} * {{see | name=[[Finger Lakes]] | directions=[[New York]], United States | wikidata=Q1416994 | content=Eleven north-south lakes. }} ===Beringia=== During the last ice age, what is now the Bering Sea was land and people migrated across this Bering Land Bridge from Asia into the Americas. There are a few archaeological sites from the period; see [[Indigenous_cultures_of_North_America#Before_3000_BCE|Indigenous cultures of North America]]. * {{see | name=[[Whitehorse#Beringia Interpretive Centre|Beringia Museum]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Whitehorse]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1718634 | content= }} There are parks on both sides of the straits: * {{see | name=[[Bering Land Bridge National Preserve]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Arctic Alaska]], USA | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bering Land Bridge National Preserve | wikidata=Q820652 | content= }} * {{see | name=Beringia National Park | alt= | url=https://www.beringiapark.ru/about-park.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Chukotka]] in the [[Russian Far East]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Beringia National Park | wikidata=Q16536603 | content=Russia's largest national park. Any visit to Chukotka requires a permit. }} Both are difficult to visit, quite remote with limited transport and a cold climate. ==Flora and fauna== Many species of large animal, which biologists call ''megafauna'', that were common during the ice ages became extinct around the end of those ages, about 10,000 BCE. These included the woolly mammoth, woolly rhinoceros, saber-tooth tiger, and several species of deer and cattle (aurochs) much larger than modern species. [[File:Elasm062.jpg|thumb|Elasmotherium, the Siberian unicorn<br />{{meter|2}} at the shoulder]] One site is particularly famous for preserved examples of these beasts: * {{listing | name=La Brea Tar Pits | alt= | url=https://tarpits.org/ | email= | address=5801 Wilshire Blvd | lat=34.063788 | long=-118.357622 | directions=[[Los Angeles/Wilshire|Los Angeles]], California | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=La Brea Tar Pits | content=An area in the middle of L.A. with Ice Age beasts preserved in tar. It has a large museum. }} Another site is remarkable for the sheer number of fossilized skeletons (particularly mammoths) discovered while building an airport terminal: * * {{listing | name=Mammoth Central | alt= | url=https://mamutsantalucia.com/ | email= | address=[[Mexico City#By plane|Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles, Mexico City]] | lat=19.741309215426405 | long=-98.98763534679726 | directions=Metro to Buenavista, then Tren Suburbano to AIFA. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mammoth central | lastedit=2026-06-22 | content=An area in the northeastern suburbs of Mexico City where the remains of more than 500 mammoths (as well as other animals) were found. It has a large paleontological museum. }} See [[Paleontology]] for other sites and other museums. Other species that were widespread then, such as reindeer in Europe and caribou in North America, survive to this day though their range has been reduced. Polar bears are another survivor, and a tourist attraction in [[Churchill]], northern Canada. ==See also== * [[Paleontology]] * [[Prehistoric Europe]] * [[Vikings and the Old Norse]] * [[Boreal forest]] {{PartOfTopic|Natural attractions}} {{usabletopic}} quvs0comqnqnx22a6kvkg0y5rjq2vbl 5328422 5328421 2026-08-14T17:07:57Z LPfi 79572 /* Nordic countries */ c/e 5328422 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Bathurst Inlet rebounding beach banner.jpg|caption=Rising beach in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut}} On a geological timescale, Earth's climate has gone through considerable changes. Colder periods, during which glaciers covered more land and sea than today, are called '''ice ages'''. The '''last glacial period''', commonly referred to as the ''Ice Age'', began 115,000 years before present, and ended around 9,700 BC; that is 11,700 years ago. In particular [[North America]], [[Europe]] and [[Asia]] have traces of glaciation. Some glaciated regions are now covered with [[Boreal forest]]. ==Understand== {{seealso|Geology tourism}} [[File:Oldedalen.jpg|thumb|[[Olden]] lake is 33 metres above sea level and was separated from the ocean during the rebound. There are still active glaciers (branches of [[Jostedalsbreen]]) in Olden valley.]] {{quote|From Ymir's flesh the earth was formed,<br>and from his bones the hills,<br>the heaven from the skull of that ice-cold giant,<br>and from his blood the sea.|author=Voluspa, the Elder Edda}} The Nordic countries were covered by ice during the last Ice Age, until 10,000&nbsp;BC. The ice has set its mark on the scenery, both obvious ones and more discrete traces: enormous rocks in otherwise flat terrain (glacial erratics), polished bedrock, large potholes drilled in the bedrock by eddies in glacial rivers (giants kettles), and a hundred metre high sandy terraces at valley mouths. [[Fjords]], such as the [[fjords of Norway]], were also created by glacial erosion, though at a longer time scale. The rising land has lifted parts of some fjords above the sea level and in this way created picturesque lakes. Traces of the Nordic Ice Age can be found even in Germany and Poland, which have glacial erratics transported there from the former Nordic bedrock; glacial erratics are common in southern Finland. ===Post-glacial rebound=== [[File:Blasieholmshamnen 2009.jpg|thumb|[[Stockholm]] quays are rebuilt once a century or so, to accommodate for rising land.]] {{quote|Then Bur's sons lifted the level land,<br>Mithgarth the mighty there they made;<br>The sun from the south warmed the stones of earth,<br>And green was the ground with growing leeks.}} The ice pushed down Earth's crust, and it is still rising in modern times, up to one centimetre each year in the area around Kvarken between Sweden and Finland. The '''post-glacial rebound''' constantly moves the coastline; most modern settlements and farmlands in Sweden and Finland were navigable sea a few thousand years, or even less than one thousand years ago. The movement is enough for old people to remember a different shoreline from their youth. In Norse mythology, the gods Thor and Loki visited the giant Skrymir (also referred to as Utgarda-Loki, named as such to avoid confusion with the namesake god), who gave them many challenges. Skrymir wagered that Thor, famous for his strength and thirst for beer, could not empty Skrymir's enormous drinking horn in three sips. While Thor took great effort, he failed. Skrymir revealed that he had put the spike of the horn into the sea, to prevent Thor from emptying the horn. However, the sea level had dropped since before he drank. ==Destinations== {{mapframe}} === Nordic countries === [[File:Haukalivatnet.JPG|thumb|Professor Esmark in 1823 studied Haukalivatnet lake in [[Rogaland]] at 50 metres above sea and realized that it had been created by a glacier. Esmark thus launched the theory of ice age and global climate change.]] [[File:Kyläniemiretki 08.jpg|thumb|View of [[Saimaa]] from the terminal moraine Salpausselkä]] * {{see | name=Eidfjord terraces | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.464375 | long=7.086710 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Eidfjord (village) | image=Eidfjord in eine fantastische Landschaft eingebettet.jpg | lastedit=2021-12-13 | content=Eidfjord high terrace (Hæreid) was originally a river delta. The top of Hæreid terrace is almost perfectly horizontal. During the rebound the land at Eidfjord emerged 120 metres above sea level and the river from Eidfjord lake dug through the sandy terrace creating a small gorge. The road between Eidfjord village and Vøringsfossen runs through the gorge. The high terrace is called Hæreid which means ''high isthmus''. Hæreid farm was presumably the home of powerful chiefs during the Viking age and earlier, possibly like a capital in Hardanger. There are several hundred burial mounds at Hæreid. }} *'''Glacial potholes''': A giant's kettle, also known as either a giant's cauldron (Norwegian: ''jettegryte''), moulin pothole, or glacial pothole, is a typically large and cylindrical pothole drilled in solid rock underlying a glacier. These are common in the Nordic countries. **{{see | name=Rullestadjuvet jettegryter | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.875447 | long=6.449763 | directions=E134 between Odda and Fjæra | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | content=The numerous potholes in Rullestad gorge are among the largest (several metres across) in Northern Europe and were created during the Ice Age. Relatively easy hike (elevation gain about 250 m) but cliffs are steep and hikes should be done in dry conditions and with good hiking shoes/boots. }} **{{see | name=Mågålaupet (several linked potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Drivdalen | lat=62.5 | long=9.587222 | directions=E6 south of [[Oppdal]] village | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Mågålaupet | image=Magalaupet 1.jpg | content=Several linked potholes forms a narrow gorge in Driva river. Driva river flows from Dovre plateau north to Oppdal. }} **{{see | name=Helvete (several potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gausdal ([[Oppland]] district) | lat=61.362406 | long=9.672576 | directions=Road 255 north of Lillehammer to Espedalsvatnet lake | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Helvete4.jpg | wikidata=Q11974960 | content=Several large potholes, up to 20 metres wide and 50 metres deep. The name ''Helvete'' simply means Hell because these potholes were difficult to pass. Presumably the greatest pothole area. }} * {{see | name=Haukalivatnet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.915053 | long=6.157584 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Haukalivatnet.JPG | wikidata=Q35705788 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Haukalivatnet is a fjord-lake at 50 metres above sea level in Rogaland near mouth of Lysefjorden. Jens Esmark in 1823 realized similarities to moraines near existing glaciers at [[Jostedalsbreen]]. Esmark concluded that glaciers had covered large parts of the land. Esmark's discovery were later attributed to or appropriated by Theodor Kjerulf and Louis Agassiz. Geoscientist Jens Esmark in 1824 published an article stating that there was indisputable evidence that Norway and other parts of Europe had previously been covered by enormous glaciers carving out valleys and fjords, in a cold climate caused by changes in the eccentricity of Earth's orbit. Esmark and his travel companion Otto Tank arrived at this insight by analogous reasoning: enigmatic landscape features they observed close to sea level along the Norwegian coast strongly resembled features they observed in the front of a retreating glacier during a mountain traverse in the summer of 1823. }} * {{see | name=[[High Coast]] and [[Kvarken Archipelago]] | alt=Höga kusten och Kvarkens skärgård | directions=Västernorrland County, Sweden, and Ostrbothnia, Finland | wikidata=Q10532185 | content=A region where post-glacial rebound reaches nearly 1 centimetre a year, a {{unesco}}. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Ruokolahti]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | lastedit= | content=The 7-metre-long (23 ft) boulder that lies on a convex bedrock surface. }} * {{see | name=Punkaharju | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Punkaharju]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10646796 | lastedit= | content=A ridge and national landscape. }} * {{see | name=Salpausselkä | alt=Stängselåsarna | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1470921 | lastedit= | content=Three terminal moraines in Finland, stretching through southern Finland and the Finnish Lakeland. They were created when the withdrawal of the glacier temporarily stopped during three periods in 10,250–9,300 BCE. In Scandinavia, the Ra (described separately) was created during the same times. The moraines are mostly 20–30 m high, but rise to 70–80 m above Lohjanjärvi in [[Lohja]], Hiidenvesi in [[Vihti]] and Vesijärvi in [[Lahti]]. One more terminal moraine runs south-west to north-east through [[Jyväskylä]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä I | alt=Stora Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651091 | lastedit= | content=The first and greatest of the Salpausselkä moraines was created in 10,250–10,050 BCE. It starts at the Hanko Peninsula ([[Hanko]]), continues as Lojoåsen through [[Raseborg]] and [[Lohja]] to [[Hyvinkää]] and [[Kärkölä]], after which it is no more unbroken, but continues through [[Hollola]], [[Lahti]], [[Kouvola]], [[Lappeenranta]] and [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä II | alt=Lilla Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651140 | lastedit= | content=The second of the Salpausselkä moraines ("small Salpausselkä") was created 9,790–9,590 BCE. It can be seen as sandy areas in [[Örö]] and Hitis of [[Kimitoön]], emerges from the sea in Bromarv of [[Raseborg]], continues to Sammatti of [[Lohja]], from where it becomes broken up but forms parallel moraines and continues through [[Karkkila]], [[Loppi]] and [[Janakkala]] to Lammi of [[Hämeenlinna]]. From [[Asikkala]] it is again continuous through Vääksy, Jaala of [[Kouvola]], [[Savitaipale]] and Kesälahti of [[Kitee]] to [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä III | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651141 | lastedit= | content=The third of the Salpausselkä moraines, not always counted, was created 9,400–9,300. It appears first as [[Jurmo]], can be seen as some other islands and reefs, on land in [[Kimitoön]] and again here and there to [[Hämeenlinna]]. }} * {{see | name=Simo Upthrust Park | alt=Simon Maankohoumapuisto | url=http://www.maankohoumapuisto.fi/eng/ | email= | address= | lat=65.6272801 | long=25.0026744 | directions=[[Simo]], [[Finland]] | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | lastedit= | content=During the last ice age the kilometres-thick ice sheet caused the basement rock to depress. The Bothnian Bay area is the best place on Earth to see how it slowly rises up, nearly one centimetre a year. Eventually this phenomenon known as ''[[post-glacial rebound]]'' will slowly turn the whole Bothnian Bay into a lake. The Upthrust Park is a collection of sites where one may get some feeling on this fancy phenomenon. Info plates. }} *'''The South Scandinavian ''Ra''''': The ''Ra'' is the largest terminal moraine in Southern Scandinavia and Finland. The Ra was created at one of the last glacial advances around 11,000 years B.C. The Ra crosses the Scandinavian peninsula roughly between Oslo and Stockholm, then runs around Norway's south coast. ''Ra'' is an old Norse word for a ridge of gravel. Terminal moraines are typically mixed material of boulders, pebbles, sand and clay. On the surface, finer particles have been washed off and left course particles like boulders and pebbles. In Norway, the Ra is clearly visible and well-known particularly in Østfold and Vestfold areas around the Oslofjord. Some of Norway's best agricultural land is along the slopes of the Ra. In Vestfold the main road has since prehistory followed the Ra because the highest point of the Ra is naturally dry and stable. In Østfold [[E6 through Sweden and Norway|road E6]] runs along the Ra between Halden and Moss (about 60 km). ** {{see | name=Raet National Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.432231 | long=8.800049 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jerkholmen2019 (6).jpg | wikidata=Q28082020 | lastedit=2021-11-20 | content=Raet National Park (Norwegian: Raet nasjonalpark) is a national park in Arendal, Tvedestrand and Grimstad in [[Agder]], southeastern Norway. It is partly on short and partly under water, and includes some islands and coastal areas. }} ** {{see | name=Jomfruland (island) | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.865 | long=9.596111 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jomfruland | image=Kragerø Map 1.JPG | wikidata=Q997483 | lastedit=2021-11-24 | content=Jomfruland is an elongated island located off the coast at Kragerø in [[Telemark]], Norway. The island is largely made of pebbles and is part of the Ra, the great terminal moraine. Jomfruland shelters the archipelago within. The island and surround sea is protected as a national park. }}<!-- -->[[File:Istidenes månelandskap.JPG|thumb|Glacial potholes near Trolltunga]]<!-- -->[[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|''Kummakivi'' – a balancing erratic boulder in [[Ruokolahti]] – is one of the most unusual natural formations created by a glacier.]] * {{see | name=Svelvikryggen | alt=Svelvik ridge | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.613611 | long=10.411944 | directions=Svelvik near [[Drammen]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Svelvik - no-nb digifoto 20160719 00011 NB MIT FNR 18771 (cropped).jpg | wikidata=Q12004289 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content=The Svelvik ridge cuts the Drammensfjord almost in two. The ridge is some 50–70 metres high and contains glacial sand and gravel (fluvioglacial gravel from the last Holocene deglaciation). Water has dug a natural strait or canal between the inner and outer Drammensfjord. The great supply of freshwater to the inner Drammensfjord makes the water in deep inner fjord brackish and almost like a lake (a common situation in glacial fjords with shallow thresholds). Surplus water and tide sets up one of Norway's strongest tidal currents in the Svelvik canal. The Svelvik canal is crossed by Norway's shortest ferry trip. The canal is the access to Drammen port, one of Norway's most important. }} * {{see | name=Vandresteinen i Stavanger | alt=Travelling boulder in Stavanger | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.953909 | long=5.739262 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Vandresteinen Rogalandsgaten.jpg | wikidata=Q19368966 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Glacial erratic (or travelling boulder) resting in Rogalandsgaten, [[Stavanger]]. Protected by law since 1959 as natural heritage. Glacial erratics are common in the Nordic countries. }} * {{see | name=Söderfjärden | alt= | url=http://www.meteoria.fi | email= | address= | lat=63.036 | long=21.586 | directions=10 km south of [[Vaasa]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1586200 | content=A round plain clearly visible from the '''Öjberget''' hill; a meteorite impact crater formed 520 million years ago. This is a spectacular example of a seabed which became dry land during historic times. The phrase ''fjärd'' implied that here was a bay of the Baltic Sea up to the Middle Ages, which transformed to a freshwater wetland during the early modern centuries. From 1919 to 1927, the land was dried out, as the largest project of its kind in the Nordic countries. A small portion of the plain is still wetland, and a habitat for birds. A visitor centre Meteoria (Meteoriihi) is located in the middle of the crater. }} * {{see | name=Lyell's oak | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Stockholm/Östermalm]]. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10571403 | content=Scottish geologist Charles Lyell investigated the receding surface of the Baltic Sea by studying this oak in 1835. In the 1840s, scientists proposed that the bedrock of northern Europe is continuously rising due to post-glacial rebound. The oak is near the Stockholm University campus, a centre for earth scientists. See [[Stockholm environmentalist tour]] for a walk through the redevelopment of an industrial zone. }} * {{see | name=[[Södermalm heights tour]] | lat=59.32022 | long=18.05047 | content=A walk across the rugged [[Södermalm]] island in Stockholm, exploring the traces of the Ice Age and post-glacial rebound in an urban environment. Lake Mälaren was part of the Baltic Sea until the Middle Ages, and as the sea level has been rising, the canals to the sea have needed improvement. }} === Rest of Europe === * [[Snowdonia]] in Wales <!-- * the [[Lake District]] – which one, the link leads to a redirect --> ===North America=== [[File:Canada geological map.JPG|thumb|Canadian Shield is the area shown in shades of red and pink]] * {{see | name=Canadian Shield | alt=Laurentian Plateau | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Canadian Shield | content=This is a large region of mostly igneous rock formed in the Precambrian period, more than 540 million years ago. During the ice ages it was heavily glaciated, and it is now a region of mostly flat land with thin soil and many rock outcrops.<br/>Canada has more lakes than any other country by quite a wide margin; most of them are in this region and were gouged out by glaciers. If you fly London-LA (Arlo Guthrie's "Coming in from London from over the pole") or various other routes that pass over northern Quebec, then you get a view of a huge region (larger than France or Texas) that is mostly [[boreal forest]] and is all dotted with dozens of lakes.<br/>Much of the tourism in the region is [[fishing|fishermen]] or [[hunting|hunters]] who come in by float planes that land on the lakes. }} * {{go | name=[[Ice Age trail]] | alt=Ice Age National Scientific Reserve | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Wisconsin]], United States | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q49504499 | content=A walking trail with a showcase of geological features. }} * {{see | name=[[Finger Lakes]] | directions=[[New York]], United States | wikidata=Q1416994 | content=Eleven north-south lakes. }} ===Beringia=== During the last ice age, what is now the Bering Sea was land and people migrated across this Bering Land Bridge from Asia into the Americas. There are a few archaeological sites from the period; see [[Indigenous_cultures_of_North_America#Before_3000_BCE|Indigenous cultures of North America]]. * {{see | name=[[Whitehorse#Beringia Interpretive Centre|Beringia Museum]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Whitehorse]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1718634 | content= }} There are parks on both sides of the straits: * {{see | name=[[Bering Land Bridge National Preserve]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Arctic Alaska]], USA | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bering Land Bridge National Preserve | wikidata=Q820652 | content= }} * {{see | name=Beringia National Park | alt= | url=https://www.beringiapark.ru/about-park.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Chukotka]] in the [[Russian Far East]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Beringia National Park | wikidata=Q16536603 | content=Russia's largest national park. Any visit to Chukotka requires a permit. }} Both are difficult to visit, quite remote with limited transport and a cold climate. ==Flora and fauna== Many species of large animal, which biologists call ''megafauna'', that were common during the ice ages became extinct around the end of those ages, about 10,000 BCE. These included the woolly mammoth, woolly rhinoceros, saber-tooth tiger, and several species of deer and cattle (aurochs) much larger than modern species. [[File:Elasm062.jpg|thumb|Elasmotherium, the Siberian unicorn<br />{{meter|2}} at the shoulder]] One site is particularly famous for preserved examples of these beasts: * {{listing | name=La Brea Tar Pits | alt= | url=https://tarpits.org/ | email= | address=5801 Wilshire Blvd | lat=34.063788 | long=-118.357622 | directions=[[Los Angeles/Wilshire|Los Angeles]], California | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=La Brea Tar Pits | content=An area in the middle of L.A. with Ice Age beasts preserved in tar. It has a large museum. }} Another site is remarkable for the sheer number of fossilized skeletons (particularly mammoths) discovered while building an airport terminal: * * {{listing | name=Mammoth Central | alt= | url=https://mamutsantalucia.com/ | email= | address=[[Mexico City#By plane|Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles, Mexico City]] | lat=19.741309215426405 | long=-98.98763534679726 | directions=Metro to Buenavista, then Tren Suburbano to AIFA. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mammoth central | lastedit=2026-06-22 | content=An area in the northeastern suburbs of Mexico City where the remains of more than 500 mammoths (as well as other animals) were found. It has a large paleontological museum. }} See [[Paleontology]] for other sites and other museums. Other species that were widespread then, such as reindeer in Europe and caribou in North America, survive to this day though their range has been reduced. Polar bears are another survivor, and a tourist attraction in [[Churchill]], northern Canada. ==See also== * [[Paleontology]] * [[Prehistoric Europe]] * [[Vikings and the Old Norse]] * [[Boreal forest]] {{PartOfTopic|Natural attractions}} {{usabletopic}} eji9b7dcqbbzbvba4vpp8jogyvk11vj 5328475 5328422 2026-08-14T18:20:20Z LPfi 79572 /* Nordic countries */ Kummakivi tweak 5328475 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Bathurst Inlet rebounding beach banner.jpg|caption=Rising beach in Bathurst Inlet, Nunavut}} On a geological timescale, Earth's climate has gone through considerable changes. Colder periods, during which glaciers covered more land and sea than today, are called '''ice ages'''. The '''last glacial period''', commonly referred to as the ''Ice Age'', began 115,000 years before present, and ended around 9,700 BC; that is 11,700 years ago. In particular [[North America]], [[Europe]] and [[Asia]] have traces of glaciation. Some glaciated regions are now covered with [[Boreal forest]]. ==Understand== {{seealso|Geology tourism}} [[File:Oldedalen.jpg|thumb|[[Olden]] lake is 33 metres above sea level and was separated from the ocean during the rebound. There are still active glaciers (branches of [[Jostedalsbreen]]) in Olden valley.]] {{quote|From Ymir's flesh the earth was formed,<br>and from his bones the hills,<br>the heaven from the skull of that ice-cold giant,<br>and from his blood the sea.|author=Voluspa, the Elder Edda}} The Nordic countries were covered by ice during the last Ice Age, until 10,000&nbsp;BC. The ice has set its mark on the scenery, both obvious ones and more discrete traces: enormous rocks in otherwise flat terrain (glacial erratics), polished bedrock, large potholes drilled in the bedrock by eddies in glacial rivers (giants kettles), and a hundred metre high sandy terraces at valley mouths. [[Fjords]], such as the [[fjords of Norway]], were also created by glacial erosion, though at a longer time scale. The rising land has lifted parts of some fjords above the sea level and in this way created picturesque lakes. Traces of the Nordic Ice Age can be found even in Germany and Poland, which have glacial erratics transported there from the former Nordic bedrock; glacial erratics are common in southern Finland. ===Post-glacial rebound=== [[File:Blasieholmshamnen 2009.jpg|thumb|[[Stockholm]] quays are rebuilt once a century or so, to accommodate for rising land.]] {{quote|Then Bur's sons lifted the level land,<br>Mithgarth the mighty there they made;<br>The sun from the south warmed the stones of earth,<br>And green was the ground with growing leeks.}} The ice pushed down Earth's crust, and it is still rising in modern times, up to one centimetre each year in the area around Kvarken between Sweden and Finland. The '''post-glacial rebound''' constantly moves the coastline; most modern settlements and farmlands in Sweden and Finland were navigable sea a few thousand years, or even less than one thousand years ago. The movement is enough for old people to remember a different shoreline from their youth. In Norse mythology, the gods Thor and Loki visited the giant Skrymir (also referred to as Utgarda-Loki, named as such to avoid confusion with the namesake god), who gave them many challenges. Skrymir wagered that Thor, famous for his strength and thirst for beer, could not empty Skrymir's enormous drinking horn in three sips. While Thor took great effort, he failed. Skrymir revealed that he had put the spike of the horn into the sea, to prevent Thor from emptying the horn. However, the sea level had dropped since before he drank. ==Destinations== {{mapframe}} === Nordic countries === [[File:Haukalivatnet.JPG|thumb|Professor Esmark in 1823 studied Haukalivatnet lake in [[Rogaland]] at 50 metres above sea and realized that it had been created by a glacier. Esmark thus launched the theory of ice age and global climate change.]] [[File:Kyläniemiretki 08.jpg|thumb|View of [[Saimaa]] from the terminal moraine Salpausselkä]] * {{see | name=Eidfjord terraces | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=60.464375 | long=7.086710 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Eidfjord (village) | image=Eidfjord in eine fantastische Landschaft eingebettet.jpg | lastedit=2021-12-13 | content=Eidfjord high terrace (Hæreid) was originally a river delta. The top of Hæreid terrace is almost perfectly horizontal. During the rebound the land at Eidfjord emerged 120 metres above sea level and the river from Eidfjord lake dug through the sandy terrace creating a small gorge. The road between Eidfjord village and Vøringsfossen runs through the gorge. The high terrace is called Hæreid which means ''high isthmus''. Hæreid farm was presumably the home of powerful chiefs during the Viking age and earlier, possibly like a capital in Hardanger. There are several hundred burial mounds at Hæreid. }} *'''Glacial potholes''': A giant's kettle, also known as either a giant's cauldron (Norwegian: ''jettegryte''), moulin pothole, or glacial pothole, is a typically large and cylindrical pothole drilled in solid rock underlying a glacier. These are common in the Nordic countries. **{{see | name=Rullestadjuvet jettegryter | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.875447 | long=6.449763 | directions=E134 between Odda and Fjæra | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | content=The numerous potholes in Rullestad gorge are among the largest (several metres across) in Northern Europe and were created during the Ice Age. Relatively easy hike (elevation gain about 250 m) but cliffs are steep and hikes should be done in dry conditions and with good hiking shoes/boots. }} **{{see | name=Mågålaupet (several linked potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Drivdalen | lat=62.5 | long=9.587222 | directions=E6 south of [[Oppdal]] village | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikipedia=Mågålaupet | image=Magalaupet 1.jpg | content=Several linked potholes forms a narrow gorge in Driva river. Driva river flows from Dovre plateau north to Oppdal. }} **{{see | name=Helvete (several potholes) | alt= | url= | email= | address=Gausdal ([[Oppland]] district) | lat=61.362406 | long=9.672576 | directions=Road 255 north of Lillehammer to Espedalsvatnet lake | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Helvete4.jpg | wikidata=Q11974960 | content=Several large potholes, up to 20 metres wide and 50 metres deep. The name ''Helvete'' simply means Hell because these potholes were difficult to pass. Presumably the greatest pothole area. }} * {{see | name=Haukalivatnet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.915053 | long=6.157584 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Haukalivatnet.JPG | wikidata=Q35705788 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Haukalivatnet is a fjord-lake at 50 metres above sea level in Rogaland near mouth of Lysefjorden. Jens Esmark in 1823 realized similarities to moraines near existing glaciers at [[Jostedalsbreen]]. Esmark concluded that glaciers had covered large parts of the land. Esmark's discovery were later attributed to or appropriated by Theodor Kjerulf and Louis Agassiz. Geoscientist Jens Esmark in 1824 published an article stating that there was indisputable evidence that Norway and other parts of Europe had previously been covered by enormous glaciers carving out valleys and fjords, in a cold climate caused by changes in the eccentricity of Earth's orbit. Esmark and his travel companion Otto Tank arrived at this insight by analogous reasoning: enigmatic landscape features they observed close to sea level along the Norwegian coast strongly resembled features they observed in the front of a retreating glacier during a mountain traverse in the summer of 1823. }} * {{see | name=[[High Coast]] and [[Kvarken Archipelago]] | alt=Höga kusten och Kvarkens skärgård | directions=Västernorrland County, Sweden, and Ostrbothnia, Finland | wikidata=Q10532185 | content=A region where post-glacial rebound reaches nearly 1 centimetre a year, a {{unesco}}. }} * {{see | name=Kummakivi | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Ruokolahti]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q18682083 | lastedit= | content=A 7-metre erratic, with lies on a a minuscule base. }} * {{see | name=Punkaharju | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Punkaharju]], Finland | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10646796 | lastedit= | content=A ridge and national landscape. }} * {{see | name=Salpausselkä | alt=Stängselåsarna | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1470921 | lastedit= | content=Three terminal moraines in Finland, stretching through southern Finland and the Finnish Lakeland. They were created when the withdrawal of the glacier temporarily stopped during three periods in 10,250–9,300 BCE. In Scandinavia, the Ra (described separately) was created during the same times. The moraines are mostly 20–30 m high, but rise to 70–80 m above Lohjanjärvi in [[Lohja]], Hiidenvesi in [[Vihti]] and Vesijärvi in [[Lahti]]. One more terminal moraine runs south-west to north-east through [[Jyväskylä]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä I | alt=Stora Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651091 | lastedit= | content=The first and greatest of the Salpausselkä moraines was created in 10,250–10,050 BCE. It starts at the Hanko Peninsula ([[Hanko]]), continues as Lojoåsen through [[Raseborg]] and [[Lohja]] to [[Hyvinkää]] and [[Kärkölä]], after which it is no more unbroken, but continues through [[Hollola]], [[Lahti]], [[Kouvola]], [[Lappeenranta]] and [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä II | alt=Lilla Stängselåsen | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651140 | lastedit= | content=The second of the Salpausselkä moraines ("small Salpausselkä") was created 9,790–9,590 BCE. It can be seen as sandy areas in [[Örö]] and Hitis of [[Kimitoön]], emerges from the sea in Bromarv of [[Raseborg]], continues to Sammatti of [[Lohja]], from where it becomes broken up but forms parallel moraines and continues through [[Karkkila]], [[Loppi]] and [[Janakkala]] to Lammi of [[Hämeenlinna]]. From [[Asikkala]] it is again continuous through Vääksy, Jaala of [[Kouvola]], [[Savitaipale]] and Kesälahti of [[Kitee]] to [[Joensuu]]. }} ** {{see | name=Salpausselkä III | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q62651141 | lastedit= | content=The third of the Salpausselkä moraines, not always counted, was created 9,400–9,300. It appears first as [[Jurmo]], can be seen as some other islands and reefs, on land in [[Kimitoön]] and again here and there to [[Hämeenlinna]]. }} * {{see | name=Simo Upthrust Park | alt=Simon Maankohoumapuisto | url=http://www.maankohoumapuisto.fi/eng/ | email= | address= | lat=65.6272801 | long=25.0026744 | directions=[[Simo]], [[Finland]] | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=| price= | lastedit= | content=During the last ice age the kilometres-thick ice sheet caused the basement rock to depress. The Bothnian Bay area is the best place on Earth to see how it slowly rises up, nearly one centimetre a year. Eventually this phenomenon known as ''[[post-glacial rebound]]'' will slowly turn the whole Bothnian Bay into a lake. The Upthrust Park is a collection of sites where one may get some feeling on this fancy phenomenon. Info plates. }} *'''The South Scandinavian ''Ra''''': The ''Ra'' is the largest terminal moraine in Southern Scandinavia and Finland. The Ra was created at one of the last glacial advances around 11,000 years B.C. The Ra crosses the Scandinavian peninsula roughly between Oslo and Stockholm, then runs around Norway's south coast. ''Ra'' is an old Norse word for a ridge of gravel. Terminal moraines are typically mixed material of boulders, pebbles, sand and clay. On the surface, finer particles have been washed off and left course particles like boulders and pebbles. In Norway, the Ra is clearly visible and well-known particularly in Østfold and Vestfold areas around the Oslofjord. Some of Norway's best agricultural land is along the slopes of the Ra. In Vestfold the main road has since prehistory followed the Ra because the highest point of the Ra is naturally dry and stable. In Østfold [[E6 through Sweden and Norway|road E6]] runs along the Ra between Halden and Moss (about 60 km). ** {{see | name=Raet National Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.432231 | long=8.800049 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Jerkholmen2019 (6).jpg | wikidata=Q28082020 | lastedit=2021-11-20 | content=Raet National Park (Norwegian: Raet nasjonalpark) is a national park in Arendal, Tvedestrand and Grimstad in [[Agder]], southeastern Norway. It is partly on short and partly under water, and includes some islands and coastal areas. }} ** {{see | name=Jomfruland (island) | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.865 | long=9.596111 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jomfruland | image=Kragerø Map 1.JPG | wikidata=Q997483 | lastedit=2021-11-24 | content=Jomfruland is an elongated island located off the coast at Kragerø in [[Telemark]], Norway. The island is largely made of pebbles and is part of the Ra, the great terminal moraine. Jomfruland shelters the archipelago within. The island and surround sea is protected as a national park. }}<!-- -->[[File:Istidenes månelandskap.JPG|thumb|Glacial potholes near Trolltunga]]<!-- -->[[File:Kummakivi balancing rock in Ruokolahti, Finland.jpg|thumb|''Kummakivi'' – a balancing erratic boulder in [[Ruokolahti]] – is one of the most unusual natural formations created by a glacier.]] * {{see | name=Svelvikryggen | alt=Svelvik ridge | url= | email= | address= | lat=59.613611 | long=10.411944 | directions=Svelvik near [[Drammen]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Svelvik - no-nb digifoto 20160719 00011 NB MIT FNR 18771 (cropped).jpg | wikidata=Q12004289 | lastedit=2021-11-13 | content=The Svelvik ridge cuts the Drammensfjord almost in two. The ridge is some 50–70 metres high and contains glacial sand and gravel (fluvioglacial gravel from the last Holocene deglaciation). Water has dug a natural strait or canal between the inner and outer Drammensfjord. The great supply of freshwater to the inner Drammensfjord makes the water in deep inner fjord brackish and almost like a lake (a common situation in glacial fjords with shallow thresholds). Surplus water and tide sets up one of Norway's strongest tidal currents in the Svelvik canal. The Svelvik canal is crossed by Norway's shortest ferry trip. The canal is the access to Drammen port, one of Norway's most important. }} * {{see | name=Vandresteinen i Stavanger | alt=Travelling boulder in Stavanger | url= | email= | address= | lat=58.953909 | long=5.739262 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | image=Vandresteinen Rogalandsgaten.jpg | wikidata=Q19368966 | lastedit=2021-10-25 | content=Glacial erratic (or travelling boulder) resting in Rogalandsgaten, [[Stavanger]]. Protected by law since 1959 as natural heritage. Glacial erratics are common in the Nordic countries. }} * {{see | name=Söderfjärden | alt= | url=http://www.meteoria.fi | email= | address= | lat=63.036 | long=21.586 | directions=10 km south of [[Vaasa]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1586200 | content=A round plain clearly visible from the '''Öjberget''' hill; a meteorite impact crater formed 520 million years ago. This is a spectacular example of a seabed which became dry land during historic times. The phrase ''fjärd'' implied that here was a bay of the Baltic Sea up to the Middle Ages, which transformed to a freshwater wetland during the early modern centuries. From 1919 to 1927, the land was dried out, as the largest project of its kind in the Nordic countries. A small portion of the plain is still wetland, and a habitat for birds. A visitor centre Meteoria (Meteoriihi) is located in the middle of the crater. }} * {{see | name=Lyell's oak | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Stockholm/Östermalm]]. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q10571403 | content=Scottish geologist Charles Lyell investigated the receding surface of the Baltic Sea by studying this oak in 1835. In the 1840s, scientists proposed that the bedrock of northern Europe is continuously rising due to post-glacial rebound. The oak is near the Stockholm University campus, a centre for earth scientists. See [[Stockholm environmentalist tour]] for a walk through the redevelopment of an industrial zone. }} * {{see | name=[[Södermalm heights tour]] | lat=59.32022 | long=18.05047 | content=A walk across the rugged [[Södermalm]] island in Stockholm, exploring the traces of the Ice Age and post-glacial rebound in an urban environment. Lake Mälaren was part of the Baltic Sea until the Middle Ages, and as the sea level has been rising, the canals to the sea have needed improvement. }} === Rest of Europe === * [[Snowdonia]] in Wales <!-- * the [[Lake District]] – which one, the link leads to a redirect --> ===North America=== [[File:Canada geological map.JPG|thumb|Canadian Shield is the area shown in shades of red and pink]] * {{see | name=Canadian Shield | alt=Laurentian Plateau | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Canadian Shield | content=This is a large region of mostly igneous rock formed in the Precambrian period, more than 540 million years ago. During the ice ages it was heavily glaciated, and it is now a region of mostly flat land with thin soil and many rock outcrops.<br/>Canada has more lakes than any other country by quite a wide margin; most of them are in this region and were gouged out by glaciers. If you fly London-LA (Arlo Guthrie's "Coming in from London from over the pole") or various other routes that pass over northern Quebec, then you get a view of a huge region (larger than France or Texas) that is mostly [[boreal forest]] and is all dotted with dozens of lakes.<br/>Much of the tourism in the region is [[fishing|fishermen]] or [[hunting|hunters]] who come in by float planes that land on the lakes. }} * {{go | name=[[Ice Age trail]] | alt=Ice Age National Scientific Reserve | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Wisconsin]], United States | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q49504499 | content=A walking trail with a showcase of geological features. }} * {{see | name=[[Finger Lakes]] | directions=[[New York]], United States | wikidata=Q1416994 | content=Eleven north-south lakes. }} ===Beringia=== During the last ice age, what is now the Bering Sea was land and people migrated across this Bering Land Bridge from Asia into the Americas. There are a few archaeological sites from the period; see [[Indigenous_cultures_of_North_America#Before_3000_BCE|Indigenous cultures of North America]]. * {{see | name=[[Whitehorse#Beringia Interpretive Centre|Beringia Museum]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Whitehorse]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1718634 | content= }} There are parks on both sides of the straits: * {{see | name=[[Bering Land Bridge National Preserve]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Arctic Alaska]], USA | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Bering Land Bridge National Preserve | wikidata=Q820652 | content= }} * {{see | name=Beringia National Park | alt= | url=https://www.beringiapark.ru/about-park.html | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=[[Chukotka]] in the [[Russian Far East]] | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Beringia National Park | wikidata=Q16536603 | content=Russia's largest national park. Any visit to Chukotka requires a permit. }} Both are difficult to visit, quite remote with limited transport and a cold climate. ==Flora and fauna== Many species of large animal, which biologists call ''megafauna'', that were common during the ice ages became extinct around the end of those ages, about 10,000 BCE. These included the woolly mammoth, woolly rhinoceros, saber-tooth tiger, and several species of deer and cattle (aurochs) much larger than modern species. [[File:Elasm062.jpg|thumb|Elasmotherium, the Siberian unicorn<br />{{meter|2}} at the shoulder]] One site is particularly famous for preserved examples of these beasts: * {{listing | name=La Brea Tar Pits | alt= | url=https://tarpits.org/ | email= | address=5801 Wilshire Blvd | lat=34.063788 | long=-118.357622 | directions=[[Los Angeles/Wilshire|Los Angeles]], California | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=La Brea Tar Pits | content=An area in the middle of L.A. with Ice Age beasts preserved in tar. It has a large museum. }} Another site is remarkable for the sheer number of fossilized skeletons (particularly mammoths) discovered while building an airport terminal: * * {{listing | name=Mammoth Central | alt= | url=https://mamutsantalucia.com/ | email= | address=[[Mexico City#By plane|Aeropuerto Internacional Felipe Angeles, Mexico City]] | lat=19.741309215426405 | long=-98.98763534679726 | directions=Metro to Buenavista, then Tren Suburbano to AIFA. | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mammoth central | lastedit=2026-06-22 | content=An area in the northeastern suburbs of Mexico City where the remains of more than 500 mammoths (as well as other animals) were found. It has a large paleontological museum. }} See [[Paleontology]] for other sites and other museums. Other species that were widespread then, such as reindeer in Europe and caribou in North America, survive to this day though their range has been reduced. 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Times and days per [[wv:time]] 5328563 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|OBUDU Plateau page banner.png}} '''Obudu''' is a local government area in [[Cross River State]] in [[South South Nigeria]]. ==Understand== This area became really popular because of Obudu Cattle Ranch. It shares boundary with Benue State to the north and Cameroon to the east. ==Get in== You can reach Obudu from either [[Calabar]] which takes approximately 6 hours by road or by passing [[Gboko]], [[Benue State]]. The town area is accessible only via road. It is about 110 km (68 mi) east of Ogoja township, and is about 332 kilometres (206 mi) from Calabar, the Cross River State capital. ===By plane=== The closest international airport is in [[Calabar]] where you can book your flight if coming from Lagos or Abuja, and afterwards take a car or bus to the resort. Alternatively, there is an airstrip called Bebi Airstrip that also serves the Obudu Mountain Resort. Its runway is 18 km east of Obudu. The airstrip primarily serves as the aviation gateway to the Obudu Ranch resort. ==Get around== {{Mapframe|6.666667|9.166667|zoom=10}} ===By bus=== Bus is the most preferred means of transportation if you are going somewhere far in the community. Although it takes a longer time to get a bus, you would definitely get one. ===By motorbike=== This is the most common means of transportation in this community. You can take a motorcycle to almost anywhere in the community although it's not really advisable for long distance journey. ==See== *Obudu Dam * {{see | name=Obudu Cattle Ranch | alt= | url=https://www.obudumountainresort.com/ | email= | address= | lat=6.366667 | long=9.366667 | directions=about 30 minutes drive from Obudu town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-19 | content=It is located on the Oshie Ridge of the Sankwala Mountain Range at about approximately 1600 m above sea level. It is the most popular destination in the south-south region for tourists in Nigeria. Although the area is normally cold, the views are nice. It is surrounded by undulating mountain ranges, low hanging clouds and thick dense canopy forests. There are several places in this ranch you can visit. There is a canopy walk and a grotto. The cattle ranch was created in 1951 by a Scottish explorer who explored the mountain ranges and camped on the Oshie Ridge mountaintop of the Sankwala Mountains in 1949. A taxi from Calabar costs ₦6,000-7,000 (2022) whilst a regular taxi from Obudu township to the ranch costs ₦1000-2000. }} ==Do== *Bird watching * '''Ride the cable car:''' When operational, take a ride on one of the longest cable car systems in Africa, which glides passengers from the tropical bottom valley station up to the temperate mountaintop resort complex. * '''Grotto swimming:''' Swim in the crystal-clear, deep natural rock pools fed by mountain springs, complete with artificially integrated stone fountains and terraced relaxation decks. ==Buy== Shopping in the Obudu region offers an authentic look into local agricultural trade and traditional handicraft. The lower valley markets are dominated by cheap, fresh farm produce, while specialized souvenirs can be sourced closer to the mountaintop communities. === Local specialties === * '''Obudu honey:''' Highly sought-after across Nigeria, this pure, unadulterated honey is harvested naturally from the wild mountain forests and local bee farms around the plateau. It has a distinctively rich, dark color and deep floral flavor. * '''Seedless grapes & temperate fruits:''' Because of the unique high-altitude, cool alpine climate, the Obudu plateau is one of the only places in West Africa where temperate fruits like seedless grapes, strawberries, and specialized apples can be grown successfully and purchased fresh from local farmers. * '''Highland garri:''' The local yellow and white garri (processed cassava grains) produced in the northern Cross River region is famous for its crisp texture and long shelf life. == Shops === * {{buy | name=Obudu main market | alt=Ode-Obudu central market | url= | email= | address=Market road, Ode-Obudu | phone= | lat=6.6695 | long=9.1650 | directions= in the center of the lower valley township | hours=Daily 7AM-7PM; busiest on weekly market days | price=Budget | description=A sprawling, energetic open-air community market. This is the absolute best and cheapest place to purchase massive quantities of local agricultural goods, including fresh yams, plantains, Obudu honey jars, local woven baskets, and traditional textiles. Bartering is expected. }} * {{buy | name=The Ranch craft shop | alt=Becheve souvenir center | url= | email= | address=Resort activity center, Obudu Plateau | phone= | lat=6.3870 | long=9.3740 | directions= near the main resort reception desk and cable car station | hours=Daily 8AM-6PM | price=Moderate | description=A dedicated gift shop catering primarily to tourists. It stocks a wide array of locally hand-carved wooden sculptures, traditional mountain walking sticks, postcards, branded apparel, and packaged jars of authentic mountain honey. Prices are fixed. }} * {{buy | name=Becheve village fruit stalls | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ranch road, Becheve community | phone= | lat= | long= | directions=dotted along the main plateau road tracking through the mountaintop villages | hours=Daylight hours | price=Budget | description=Small roadside wooden tables managed by local indigenous Becheve women. This is where you can buy freshly picked plateau fruits, locally harvested wild mushrooms, and traditional hand-woven winter beanies and sweaters to keep you warm in the mountain mist. }} ==Eat== The culinary scene in Obudu splits between traditional Cross River rainforest delicacies served in the lower valley town, and fresh dairy and continental cuisine available at the high-altitude resort. Cross River State is globally famous across Nigeria for its rich, highly nutritious vegetable soups. === Local specialties === * '''Afang soup:''' The signature dish of Cross River State, made from finely shredded wild Afang leaves (okazi) and waterleaf, heavily simmered with palm oil, periwinkles, stockfish, and assorted meats. It is traditionally eaten with pounded yam or fufu. * '''Edikang-ikong:''' A premium, deeply nutritious vegetable soup prepared with a precise mix of pumpkin leaves and waterleaf, rich with smoked fish and cow skin (kanda). * '''Fresh ranch dairy:''' Due to the high-altitude cattle ranching heritage of the plateau, fresh milk, unpasteurized butter, and locally processed cheeses are unique regional specialties available at the mountaintop settlements. === Restaurants === * {{eat | name=The ranch restaurant | alt=Obudu mountain resort dining hall | url= | email= | address=Main Resort Hub, Obudu Plateau | phone= | lat=6.3868 | long=9.3735 | directions= in the central reception lodge complex | hours=Daily 7AM-10PM | price=Moderate to expensive | description=Serves a mix of continental dishes, Nigerian staples, and breakfast buffets for overnight guests. The large dining windows offer sweeping views of the misty mountain peaks. }} * {{see | name=Ranch grotto bar & grill | alt= | url= | email= | address=The grotto pool side, Obudu Plateau | phone= | lat= | long= | directions=next to the natural spring swimming pools | hours=Daily 11AM-8PM | price=Moderate | description=An open-air poolside spot serving spicy barbecued meats, grilled fish, pepper soup, and light finger foods to hikers relaxing after swimming in the natural spring pools. }} * {{eat | name=Calabar kitchen valley bukka | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ogoja-Obudu road, Ode-Obudu | phone= | lat= | long= | directions= in the lower valley commercial area near the main motor park | hours=Daily 8AM-9PM | price=Budget | description=A very popular local eatery serving authentic, freshly prepared local dishes like Afang, Edikang-ikong, and white soup (Afia Efere) at local prices. Yams are pounded fresh throughout the afternoon. }} ==Drink== Drinking options in the Obudu region vary significantly by altitude. The lower valley town features a lively, open-air nightlife scene centered around roadside bars, while the mountaintop resort offers cozy, indoor hotel lounges and poolside spots designed to ward off the chilly evening air. === Local specialties === * '''Fresh palm wine:''' Tapped daily from the palm trees in the lower tropical valley plains. It is sweet and low in alcohol when fresh in the morning, becoming stronger and more fermented by evening. It is traditionally served in calabashes. * '''Zobo:''' A popular, refreshing non-alcoholic crimson beverage brewed from dried roselle leaves (hibiscus), ginger, and garlic, sweetened with natural fruit juices. It is widely available at local markets in the valley town. * '''Kunun Aya''': ** A creamy, highly refreshing northern-influenced drink made from blended tiger nuts, dates, and coconut, served ice-cold. === Bars === * {{drink | name=The canopy lounge | alt=Obudu resort main bar | url= | email= | address=Main lodge reception, Obudu Plateau | phone= | lat=6.3867 | long=9.3734 | directions=in the central resort hotel complex | hours=Daily noon-midnight | price=Moderate to expensive | description=A cozy, dimly lit indoor lounge featuring a large fireplace to protect guests from the freezing mountaintop night fog. Serves a wide selection of imported wines, spirits, international cocktails, and Nigerian beers. }} * {{drink | name=The Grotto poolside bar | alt= | url= | email= | address=The Natural Spring Pool Area, Obudu Plateau | phone= | lat= | long= | directions= beside the natural stone waterfall pools | hours=Daily 10AM-9PM | price=Moderate | description= An excellent spot to enjoy an ice-cold beer, palm wine, or carbonated soft drink after a long day of hiking the Becheve Nature Reserve trails. }} * {{drink | name=Ranch gate sunset bar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ranch road base gate, Ode-Obudu | phone= | lat= | long= | directions= at the bottom of the mountain, right before the checkpoint to ascend the intestinal road | hours=Daily 4PM-2AM | price=Budget | description= A lively, open-air local spot where travelers and drivers gather to relax before or after the long mountain drive. Features high-volume Afrobeat music, cheap local beers (like Star, 33 Export, and trophy), and fresh catfish pepper soup. }} ==Sleep== There are several hotels in Obudu. In case you are visiting the ranch, there are some cabins over there and also village huts; they are expensive though. * {{sleep | name=Obudu Mountain Resort Hotel | alt= | url=http://www.obudumountainresort.com | email=info@obudumountainresort.com | address=Obanliku Local Government Area | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+234 903 059 7993 | tollfree= | checkin=anytime | checkout=2PM | price= | wikipedia=Obudu_Mountain_Resort | lastedit=2022-01-04 | content=Obudu Mountain Resort Hotel is the accommodation attachment to the Obudu Cattle Ranch. It is on the hill in the mainstay of the resort. From: Calabar Murtala Mohammed Highway continue straight on the Katsina Calabar Road, Odukpani Junction Akamkpa Biase Ugep Obubra and Continue toward Ikom Four Corners. At Ikom Four Corners Turn right towards Ikom-Obudu Road, Wula-Boki Bendi-Obanliku at T-Junction into Utuhu Obudu Mountain Resort. }} * {{sleep | name=Evergreen Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=Obudu, Cross River - 123B Ranch Road Obudu | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=2PM | price=₦5000 | lastedit=2022-01-04 | content=Evergreen Hotel is a 2-star hotel on the Obudu Mountain Resort Ranch Road. It is well situated for guests who like to visit tourist sites as the Obudu Mountain Resort and Afi Mountain. }} ==Connect== There is Mtn, Airtel, Glo and Etisalat network available in both 3G and 4G in almost all the communities in the L.G.A ==Go next== # [[Benue State]] # [[Boki]] # [[Ikom]] {{IsPartOf|Cross River State}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo|6.666667|9.166667|zoom=13}} 1hosx7qbvxs2hlq06ev1qjtifc6jlrk 0 189739 5328628 5325166 2026-08-15T06:40:37Z CommonsDelinker 1301297 Removing [[:c:File:360_F_343149625_TWHzyZNqEsggzIMGyvj6M7ADGCqnKu1e.webp|360_F_343149625_TWHzyZNqEsggzIMGyvj6M7ADGCqnKu1e.webp]], it has been deleted from Commons by [[:c:User:Ziv|Ziv]] because: [[:c:COM:L|Copyright violation]]: stock pic found online, us 5328628 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Magodo banner.jpg}} '''Magodo''' is in [[Lagos City]], [[Southwest Nigeria]]. ==Understand== Magodo is an eye brow area of Lagos state, it is populated by the middle class Nigerians. There are two major estates in Magodo and that is Magodo Phase one and Magodo Phase two. There are several Organizations within the estates owned by both the Government and private citizens == Get in == ===By bus=== You can get into Magodo by public bus. This buses are normally painted yellow. ===By car=== You can get into this area by car. You can rent an Uber, Taxify or Bolt as most of their drivers are really familiar with this route. ===By motorbike=== You can get to Magodo via motorcycle, but you can't enter Magodo by motorbike it is not possible due to the ban by the state government on motorbikes. Once you alight at the estate gate, you will walk into the estate, the estate security will ask you some questions before allowing you access the estate. ==Get around== {{mapframe|6.61843|3.38107|zoom=13}} Once you get into the Magodo estate, you will get a shuttle, that is a minibus to transport you to your desired destination. ==See== ==Do== ==Buy== There are various shopping markets you can explore in Magodo. Some of them are * {{buy | name=K Payless Supermarket | alt= | url= | email= | address=1 Magodo Road, Ikosi Street, Isheri, Lagos | lat=6.6178 | long=3.3994 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Value X-change Superstore | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=6.61924 | long=3.37503 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Essentials Supermarket | alt= | url=https://essentials-supermarket.business.site/ | email= | address=6 Emmanuel Keshi St | lat=6.61894 | long=3.38115 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{buy | name=BGA Foods | alt= | url= | email= | address=Phase 2, Suite 18 Estate Plaza | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content=This is a grocery store. }} * {{buy | name=Super Saver Supermarket | alt= | url= | email= | address= 4 Adeyemi Odukomaya St, Ikosi Ketu | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} ==Eat== There are various restaurants in this area. You should be able to see classy restaurants in this area. * {{eat | name= 5fingers chops & cocktails| alt= | url= | email= | address= Block 47 plot 4 Chief Samuel ajayi street, Magodo, gra phase 2, shangisha | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= You can get small chops in this store }} * {{eat | name= Catse Kitchen | alt= | url= | email= | address= 36 Abayomi owulade street, Magodo St, phase2 | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= +234 708 028 6869| tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{eat | name=City Grill| alt= | url= | email= | address= 26b Emina Crescent, 6 Ogun River Rd | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= Deals majorly in grilled meats. }} ==Drink== Like most areas in Lagos, you can get drinks in most bars or restaurants. Most hotels also sell drinks too. * {{drink | name=SeSe Bar | alt= | url= | email= | address=118 Magodo Dr, Isheri Olofin | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{drink | name= Road House Bar and Lounge | alt= | url= | email= | address= Magodo shopping arcade, Ayodele Fanoiki St| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{drink | name= Paradox bar and lounge | alt= | url= | email= | address= Bayo Adesina Street | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{drink | name= Marvellous bar | alt= | url= | email= | address= 33, Adekunle Adebayo road, Magodo Road | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} ==Sleep== There are various hotels in Magodo. Since it is a GRA, most of the hotels are quite expensive, but they give value in return for their price. * {{sleep | name= Esporta Suites Magodo| alt= | url= | email= | address= 8B C M D Rd, Magodo GRA Extension 100248| lat= | long= | directions= | phone= +234 803 436 9385| tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₦26,000 | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= This is a 3-star hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=First Colony Creek Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address=13 Alh.Yekini Aromolate St, Ikosi Ketu | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= +234 817 000 9992 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₦15,000 | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Sicily luxury suites | alt= | url= | email= | address=1 Parker’s close magodo phase 2 Kosofe, Ketu | lat=6.61843 | long=3.38107 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₦21,000 | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Fadaes Place | alt= | url= | email= | address= 2 Sebastian Street Off Adekunle Banjo Avenue, Shangisha | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₦20,000 | wikidata= | lastedit=2021-12-20 | content= }} ==Connect== There is Mtn, Airtel, Etisalat and Glo available in 2G/3G/4G in this area. 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The language is usually called Dagbanli by the indigenous people and it is part of the 16 Mabia or Gur languages that is spoken in Northern Ghana, Togo and Burkina Faso. It is mutually intelligible with Mamprusi, and Nanunli in Ghana. The speakers of the language are more than 3.5 million of the Ghanaian population. There are four variations of some words depending upon the speakers origin: Eastern, Northern, Western and Southern Dagbon but they do not serve as barriers to communication. It is studied from primary school to the university level in Ghana. ==Pronunciation guide== ===Vowels=== a, e, i, o, u, ɔ, ɛ ===Consonants=== b, h, t, n, ch, d, f, g, ny, gb, ŋm, ŋ, h, ɣ, ʒ, j, k, l, m, s, r, sh, v, y, z, p, kp. ===Common diphthongs=== ==Phrase list== ===Basics=== {{infobox|Common signs| ; OPEN : ; CLOSED : ; ENTRANCE : ; EXIT : ; PUSH : ; PULL : ; TOILET : ; MEN : ; WOMEN : ; FORBIDDEN : }} ; Hello. : N doo. (): N kpɛma. () ; Hello. (''informal'') : N doo. ('' '') ; How are you? : Ka di be wula? ('' ka wula'') ; Fine, thank you. : M mali alaafei, m paɣiya. ('' alaafei, m paɣiya'') ; What is your name? : A yuli? (''?'') ; My name is ______ . : N yuli booni _____ . ('' N yuli _____ .'') ; Nice to meet you. : Di niŋ ma suhupiɛli pam ni n ni nyaa ŋɔ. (''Di niŋ ma suhupiɛli pam ni n ni nyaa maa '') ; Please. : Dimi suɣulo. ('' '') ; Thank you. : M puhiya ka paɣi. ('' N paɣiya'') ; You're welcome. : Naawuni deemi suhugu. (''Abaa '') ; Yes. : iin. (''mm '') ; No. : aayi. ('' ai'') ; Excuse me. (''getting attention'') : Gaafara. ('' '') ; Excuse me. (''begging pardon'') : Gaafara, n tum taali. ('' '') ; I'm sorry. : N tumi taali. (''Gaafara'') ; Goodbye : Naawuni ni sɔŋ. (''bai bai '') ; Goodbye (''informal'') : Bai bai. ('' '') ; I can't speak ''name of language'' [well]. : N ku tooi yɛli Dagbanli [viɛnyɛla]. ('' [ ]'') ; Do you speak English? : N ni tooi yɛli silimiinsilii? ('' A toɣasiri silimiinsilii?'') ; Is there someone here who speaks English? : So be kpe ka yari silimiinsilii? ('' ?'') ; Help! : Sɔŋmi ya ma ! ('' !'') ; Look out! : Lihi ma! ('' !'') ; Good morning. : Dasiba. ('' '') ; Good evening. : Antire. ('' '') ; Good night. : Aninwula. ('' '') ; Good night (''to sleep'') Naawuni ni ti biɛɣu: . ('' '') ; I don't understand. : N bi gbaai. ('' '') ; Where is the toilet? : Ya polo ka baanjira be? ('' ?'') ===Problems=== ; Leave me alone. : Zaŋ ma bahi. ('' Zɔm ka chama.''), ('' Chɛli ma.'') ; Don't touch me! : Di shihi ma! ('' !'') ; I'll call the police. : N yɛn bol'la prinsi. ('' .'') ; Police! : Polinga! ('' !'') ; Stop! Thief! : Zani ma! Tayiɣa! ('' ! !'') ; I need your help. : M bori la a sɔŋsim. ('' .'') ; It's an emergency. : Nimmohi m bala. ('' .'') ; I'm lost. : N tumla n soli. ('' M barigi mi.'') ; I lost my bag. : N labi la m baagi. ('' .'') ; I lost my wallet. : N labi la m poochibila. ('' .'') ; I'm sick. : M bɛri mi. ('' .'') ; I've been injured. : N nyɛla daŋa. ('' .'') ; I need a doctor. : N bori la dɔɣite. ('' .'') ; Can I use your phone? : n ni tooi zaŋ a phone ŋɔ n niŋ m bini ŋɔ? ('' ?'') ===Numbers=== ; 1 : Ndam ('' '') ; 2 : Ayi ('' '') ; 3 : Ata ('' '') ; 4 : Anahi ('' '') ; 5 : Anu ('' '') ; 6 : Ayobu ('' '') ; 7 : Apɔin ('' '') ; 8 : Anii ('' '') ; 9 : Awɔi ('' '') ; 10 : Pia ('' '') ; 11 : piniyini ('' '') ; 12 : pinaayi ('' '') ; 13 : pinaata ('' '') ; 14 : pinaanahi ('' '') ; 15 : pinaanu ('' '') ; 16 : pinaayobu ('' '') ; 17 : pinaapɔin ('' '') ; 18 : pishiayika ('' '') ; 19 : pisiyinika ('' '') ; 20 : pishi ('' '') ; 21 : pishi ni yini ('' '') ; 22 : pishi ni ayi ('' '') ; 23 ; pishi ni ata ( ) ;24 ; Pishi ni anahi ( ) ; 25 ; Pishi ni anu ( ) ;26 ; Pishi ni ayobu ( ) ;27 ; Pishi ni apɔin ( ) ;28 ; Pihita ayika ( ) ;29 ; Pihitayinika ( ) ; 30: pihita ('' '') ; 40 : pihinahi ('' '') ; 50 : pihinu ('' '') ; 60 : pihiyobu ('' '') ; 70 : pisopɔin ('' '') ; 80 : pihinii ('' '') ; 90 : pihiwɔi ('' '') ; 100 : kɔbiga ('' '') ; 200 : kɔbishiyi ('' '') ; 300 : kɔbisita ('' '') ; 1,000 : tuhili ('' '') ; 2,000 : tusaayi ('' '') ; 1,000,000 : tuhi tuhaayi (''miliyɔŋ'') ; 1,000,000,000 : tuhi tuhaata ('' '') ; 1,000,000,000,000 : tuhi tuhi anahi ('' '') ; number _____ (train, bus, etc.) : ('' '') ; half : pirigili('' '') ; less : bɛla('' '') ; more : pam('' '') ===Time === (Saha) ; now : punpɔŋɔ ('' '') ; later : di yi too bɛla ('' '') ; before : pɔi('' '') ; morning : asiba ('' '') ; afternoon : wuntaŋni ('' '') ; evening : zaawuni ('' '') ; night : yuŋ ('' '') ====Clock time==== ; one o'clock AM : yuŋ tisuɣu kurigi yini ('' '') ; two o'clock AM : yuŋ tisuɣu kurigi ayi ('' '') ; noon : wuntaŋ zuɣusaa ('' '') ; one o'clock PM : wuntaŋni kurigi yini ('' '') ; two o'clock PM : wuntaŋni kurigi ayi ('' '') ; midnight : yuŋ tisuɣu ('' '') ====Duration==== ; _____ minute(s) : minti _____ (''the number should be pronounced with its number word...for example, intead 2, you will say or write 'ayi' etc '') ; _____ hour(s) : hawa _____ ('' '') ; _____ day(s) : ('' '') ; _____ week(s) : bakɔi _____ ('' '') ; 1 month: goli ; 2 month: chiraayi ; _____ month(s) : ('' '') ; _____ year(s) : ('' '') ====Days==== ; today : zuŋɔ (''zunzuŋɔ '') ; yesterday : Sɔhila (''Sɔhala'') ; tomorrow : biɛɣuni('' '') ; this week : bakɔi ŋɔ(''dakulo ŋɔ '') ; last week : bakɔi din gari la(''dakulo din gari la '') ; next week : bakɔi din kani na(''dakulo din kani na '') ; Sunday : Alahari('' '') ; Monday : Atani('' '') ; Tuesday : Atalaata('' '') ; Wednesday : Alaaba('' '') ; Thursday : Alaamish('' '') ; Friday : Alizumah('' '') ; Saturday : Asibiri('' '') ====Months==== <!--If speakers of the language commonly use a calendar other than the Gregorian, explain it here and list its months. See [[Hebrew phrasebook]] for an example.--> ; January : ('' '') ; February : ('' '') ; March : ('' '') ; April : ('' '') ; May : ('' '') ; June : ('' '') ; July : ('' '') ; August : ('' '') ; September : ('' '') ; October : ('' '') ; November : ('' '') ; December : ('' '') ====Writing time and date==== <!--Give some examples how to write clock times and dates if it differs from English.--> ===Colors=== ; black : sabinli ('' '') ; white : piɛlli ('' '') ; grey/gray : tampilim ('' '') ; red : ʒɛɛ ('' '') ; blue : nuɣiso ('' '') ; yellow : dozim ('' '') ; green : vagahili ('' '') ; orange : saliŋkom ('' '') ; purple : ('' '') ; brown : taŋkpaɣu ('' '') ===Transportation=== ====Bus and train==== ; How much is a ticket to _____? : Ala n nyɛ tiɣiti zaŋ chaŋ _____? ('' '') ; One ticket to _____, please. : Tiɣiti zaɣa yini zaŋ chaŋ _____, dimisuɣulo. ('' '') ; Where does this train/bus go? : Ya polo ka loori ŋɔ chana? ('' '') ; Where is the train/bus to _____? : Ya polo ka loori ŋɔ chana? ('' '') ; Does this train/bus stop in _____? : loori ŋɔ ni zan' _____ ('' '') ; When does the train/bus for _____ leave? : Bo saha ka ziligi maa/boosu chana? () ; When will this train/bus arrive in _____? : Bo saha ka ziligi ŋɔ/boosu yan kana? ('' '') ====Directions==== ; How do I get to _____ ? : Wula ka n-yɛn chaŋ ______('' '') ; ...the train station? : Ziligi teesa? ('' '') ; ...the bus station? : Boosu teesa? ('' '') ; ...the airport? : Alapele paaki ni? ('' '') ; ...downtown? : ('' '') ; ...the youth hostel? : ('' '') ; ...the _____ hotel? : ('' '') ; ...the American/Canadian/Australian/British consulate? : ('' '') ; Where are there a lot of... : ('' '') ; ...hotels? : ('' '') ; ...restaurants? : ('' '') ; ...bars? : ('' '') ; ...sites to see? : ('' '') ; Can you show me on the map? : ('' '') ; street : ('' '') ; Turn left. : ŋmaligim nuzaa('' '') ; Turn right. : ŋmaligim nudirigu('' '') ; left : Nuzaa('' '') ; right : Nudirigu('' '') ; straight ahead : ('' '') ; towards the _____ : Zaŋ kpa('' '') ; past the _____ : ('' '') ; before the _____ : ('' '') ; Watch for the _____. : ('' '') ; intersection : ('' '') ; north : ('' '') ; south : ('' '') ; east : ('' '') ; west : ('' '') ; uphill : ('' '') ; downhill : ('' '') ====Taxi==== ; Taxi! : ('' '') ; Take me to _____, please. : ('' '') ; How much does it cost to get to _____? : ('' '') ; Take me there, please. : ('' '') ===Lodging=== ; Do you have any rooms available? : ('' '') ; How much is a room for one person/two people? : ('' '') ; Does the room come with... : ('' '') ; ...bedsheets? : ('' '') ; ...a bathroom? : ('' '') ; ...a telephone? : ('' '') ; ...a TV? : ('' '') ; May I see the room first? : ('' '') ; Do you have anything quieter? : ('' '') ; ...bigger? : ('' '') ; ...cleaner? : ('' '') ; ...cheaper? : ('' '') ; OK, I'll take it. : ('' '') ; I will stay for _____ night(s). : ('' '') ; Can you suggest another hotel? : ('' '') ; Do you have a safe? : ('' '') ; ...lockers? : ('' '') ; Is breakfast/supper included? : ('' '') ; What time is breakfast/supper? : ('' '') ; Please clean my room. : ('' '') ; Can you wake me at _____? : ('' '') ; I want to check out. : ('' '') ===Money=== ; Do you accept American/Australian/Canadian dollars? : ('' '') ; Do you accept British pounds? : ('' '') ; Do you accept euros? : ('' '') ; Do you accept credit cards? : ('' '') ; Can you change money for me? : ('' '') ; Where can I get money changed? : ('' '') ; Can you change a traveler's check for me? : ('' '') ; Where can I get a traveler's check changed? : ('' '') ; What is the exchange rate? : ('' '') ; Where is an automatic teller machine (ATM)? : ('' '') ===Eating=== ; A table for one person/two people, please. : ('' '') ; Can I look at the menu, please? : ('' '') ; Can I look in the kitchen? : ('' '') ; Is there a house specialty? : ('' '') ; Is there a local specialty? : ('' '') ; I'm a vegetarian. : ('' '') ; I don't eat pork. : ('' '') ; I don't eat beef. : ('' '') ; I only eat kosher food. : ('' '') ; Can you make it "lite", please? (''less oil/butter/lard'') : ('' '') ; fixed-price meal : ('' '') ; à la carte : ('' '') ; breakfast : ('' '') ; lunch : ('' '') ; tea (''meal'') : ('' '') ; supper : ('' '') ; I want _____. : ('' '') ; I want a dish containing _____. : ('' '') ; chicken : ('' '') ; beef : ('' '') ; fish : ('' '') ; ham : ('' '') ; sausage : ('' '') ; cheese : ('' '') ; eggs : ('' '') ; salad : ('' '') ; (fresh) vegetables : ('' '') ; (fresh) fruit : ('' '') ; bread : ('' '') ; toast : ('' '') ; noodles : ('' '') ; rice : ('' '') ; beans : ('' '') ; May I have a glass of _____? : ('' '') ; May I have a cup of _____? : ('' '') ; May I have a bottle of _____? : ('' '') ; coffee : ('' '') ; tea (''drink'') : ('' '') ; juice : ('' '') ; (bubbly) water : ('' '') ; (still) water : ('' '') ; beer : ('' '') ; red/white wine : ('' '') ; May I have some _____? : ('' '') ; salt : ('' '') ; black pepper : ('' '') ; butter : ('' '') ; Excuse me, waiter? (''getting attention of server''): ('' '') ; I'm finished. : ('' '') ; It was delicious. : ('' '') ; Please clear the plates. : ('' '') ; The check, please. : ('' '') ===Bars=== ; Do you serve alcohol? : ('' '') ; Is there table service? : ('' '') ; A beer/two beers, please. : ('' '') ; A glass of red/white wine, please. : ('' '') ; A pint, please. : ('' '') ; A bottle, please. : ('' '') ; _____ (''hard liquor'') and _____ (''mixer''), please. : ('' '') ; whiskey : ('' '') ; vodka : ('' '') ; rum : ('' '') ; water : ('' '') ; club soda : ('' '') ; tonic water : ('' '') ; orange juice : ('' '') ; Coke (''soda'') : ('' '') ; Do you have any bar snacks? : ('' '') ; One more, please. : ('' '') ; Another round, please. : ('' '') ; When is closing time? : ('' '') ; Cheers! : ('' '') ===Shopping=== ; Do you have this in my size? : ('' '') ; How much is this? : ('' '') ; That's too expensive. : ('' '') ; Would you take _____? : ('' '') ; expensive : ('' '') ; cheap : ('' '') ; I can't afford it. : ('' '') ; I don't want it. : ('' '') ; You're cheating me. : ('' '') ; I'm not interested. : (..) ; OK, I'll take it. : ('' '') ; Can I have a bag? : ('' '') ; Do you ship (overseas)? : ('' '') ; I need... : ('' '') ; ...toothpaste. : ('' '') ; ...a toothbrush. : ('' '') ; ...tampons. : . ('' '') ; ...soap. : ('' '') ; ...shampoo. : ('' '') ; ...pain reliever. (''e.g., aspirin or ibuprofen'') : ('' '') ; ...cold medicine. : ('' '') ; ...stomach medicine. : ... ('' '') ; ...a razor. : ('' '') ; ...an umbrella. : ('' '') ; ...sunblock lotion. : ('' '') ; ...a postcard. : ('' '') ; ...postage stamps. : ('' '') ; ...batteries. : ('' '') ; ...writing paper. : ('' '') ; ...a pen. : ('' '') ; ...English-language books. : ('' '') ; ...English-language magazines. : ('' '') ; ...an English-language newspaper. : ('' '') ; ...an English-English dictionary. : ('' '') ===Driving=== ; I want to rent a car. : ('' '') ; Can I get insurance? : ('' '') ; stop (''on a street sign'') : ('' '') ; one way : ('' '') ; yield : ('' '') ; no parking : ('' '') ; speed limit : ('' '') ; gas (''petrol'') station : petiro shɛl('' '') ; petrol : petiro('' '') ; diesel : diesel('' '') ===Authority=== ; I haven't done anything wrong. : N bi tum taali shɛli.('' '') ; It was a misunderstanding. : Nangbankpeen n di nyɛli.('' '') ; Where are you taking me? : Ya ka a mali ma n chana?('' '') ; Am I under arrest? : A gbaai ma mi maa?('' '') ; I am an American/Australian/British/Canadian citizen. : N nyɛla Amarika/Australia/Britin/Canada bilichina. ('' '') ; I want to talk to the American/Australian/British/Canadian embassy/consulate. : M bori mi ni n di Amarika/Australia/Britin/Canada embassy kpamba alizama. ('' '') ; I want to talk to a lawyer. : M bori looya ni n di o fiila.('' '') ; Can I just pay a fine now? : Ni tooi yo n samli puŋpɔŋɔ?('' '') {{outlinephrasebook}} {{phrasebookguide}} rl3tpm84ukcrvj1peyb9h5lhmxgpt0c 5328739 5328737 2026-08-15T11:02:28Z Alhaj Darajaati 2329558 /* Taxi */ 5328739 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Lion d'Afrique banner.jpg}} '''Dagbani''' is the main language of the people of the Dagbon kingdom called Dagombas or Dagbamba in [[Ghana]]. The language is usually called Dagbanli by the indigenous people and it is part of the 16 Mabia or Gur languages that is spoken in Northern Ghana, Togo and Burkina Faso. It is mutually intelligible with Mamprusi, and Nanunli in Ghana. The speakers of the language are more than 3.5 million of the Ghanaian population. There are four variations of some words depending upon the speakers origin: Eastern, Northern, Western and Southern Dagbon but they do not serve as barriers to communication. It is studied from primary school to the university level in Ghana. ==Pronunciation guide== ===Vowels=== a, e, i, o, u, ɔ, ɛ ===Consonants=== b, h, t, n, ch, d, f, g, ny, gb, ŋm, ŋ, h, ɣ, ʒ, j, k, l, m, s, r, sh, v, y, z, p, kp. ===Common diphthongs=== ==Phrase list== ===Basics=== {{infobox|Common signs| ; OPEN : ; CLOSED : ; ENTRANCE : ; EXIT : ; PUSH : ; PULL : ; TOILET : ; MEN : ; WOMEN : ; FORBIDDEN : }} ; Hello. : N doo. (): N kpɛma. () ; Hello. (''informal'') : N doo. ('' '') ; How are you? : Ka di be wula? ('' ka wula'') ; Fine, thank you. : M mali alaafei, m paɣiya. ('' alaafei, m paɣiya'') ; What is your name? : A yuli? (''?'') ; My name is ______ . : N yuli booni _____ . ('' N yuli _____ .'') ; Nice to meet you. : Di niŋ ma suhupiɛli pam ni n ni nyaa ŋɔ. (''Di niŋ ma suhupiɛli pam ni n ni nyaa maa '') ; Please. : Dimi suɣulo. ('' '') ; Thank you. : M puhiya ka paɣi. ('' N paɣiya'') ; You're welcome. : Naawuni deemi suhugu. (''Abaa '') ; Yes. : iin. (''mm '') ; No. : aayi. ('' ai'') ; Excuse me. (''getting attention'') : Gaafara. ('' '') ; Excuse me. (''begging pardon'') : Gaafara, n tum taali. ('' '') ; I'm sorry. : N tumi taali. (''Gaafara'') ; Goodbye : Naawuni ni sɔŋ. (''bai bai '') ; Goodbye (''informal'') : Bai bai. ('' '') ; I can't speak ''name of language'' [well]. : N ku tooi yɛli Dagbanli [viɛnyɛla]. ('' [ ]'') ; Do you speak English? : N ni tooi yɛli silimiinsilii? ('' A toɣasiri silimiinsilii?'') ; Is there someone here who speaks English? : So be kpe ka yari silimiinsilii? ('' ?'') ; Help! : Sɔŋmi ya ma ! ('' !'') ; Look out! : Lihi ma! ('' !'') ; Good morning. : Dasiba. ('' '') ; Good evening. : Antire. ('' '') ; Good night. : Aninwula. ('' '') ; Good night (''to sleep'') Naawuni ni ti biɛɣu: . ('' '') ; I don't understand. : N bi gbaai. ('' '') ; Where is the toilet? : Ya polo ka baanjira be? ('' ?'') ===Problems=== ; Leave me alone. : Zaŋ ma bahi. ('' Zɔm ka chama.''), ('' Chɛli ma.'') ; Don't touch me! : Di shihi ma! ('' !'') ; I'll call the police. : N yɛn bol'la prinsi. ('' .'') ; Police! : Polinga! ('' !'') ; Stop! Thief! : Zani ma! Tayiɣa! ('' ! !'') ; I need your help. : M bori la a sɔŋsim. ('' .'') ; It's an emergency. : Nimmohi m bala. ('' .'') ; I'm lost. : N tumla n soli. ('' M barigi mi.'') ; I lost my bag. : N labi la m baagi. ('' .'') ; I lost my wallet. : N labi la m poochibila. ('' .'') ; I'm sick. : M bɛri mi. ('' .'') ; I've been injured. : N nyɛla daŋa. ('' .'') ; I need a doctor. : N bori la dɔɣite. ('' .'') ; Can I use your phone? : n ni tooi zaŋ a phone ŋɔ n niŋ m bini ŋɔ? ('' ?'') ===Numbers=== ; 1 : Ndam ('' '') ; 2 : Ayi ('' '') ; 3 : Ata ('' '') ; 4 : Anahi ('' '') ; 5 : Anu ('' '') ; 6 : Ayobu ('' '') ; 7 : Apɔin ('' '') ; 8 : Anii ('' '') ; 9 : Awɔi ('' '') ; 10 : Pia ('' '') ; 11 : piniyini ('' '') ; 12 : pinaayi ('' '') ; 13 : pinaata ('' '') ; 14 : pinaanahi ('' '') ; 15 : pinaanu ('' '') ; 16 : pinaayobu ('' '') ; 17 : pinaapɔin ('' '') ; 18 : pishiayika ('' '') ; 19 : pisiyinika ('' '') ; 20 : pishi ('' '') ; 21 : pishi ni yini ('' '') ; 22 : pishi ni ayi ('' '') ; 23 ; pishi ni ata ( ) ;24 ; Pishi ni anahi ( ) ; 25 ; Pishi ni anu ( ) ;26 ; Pishi ni ayobu ( ) ;27 ; Pishi ni apɔin ( ) ;28 ; Pihita ayika ( ) ;29 ; Pihitayinika ( ) ; 30: pihita ('' '') ; 40 : pihinahi ('' '') ; 50 : pihinu ('' '') ; 60 : pihiyobu ('' '') ; 70 : pisopɔin ('' '') ; 80 : pihinii ('' '') ; 90 : pihiwɔi ('' '') ; 100 : kɔbiga ('' '') ; 200 : kɔbishiyi ('' '') ; 300 : kɔbisita ('' '') ; 1,000 : tuhili ('' '') ; 2,000 : tusaayi ('' '') ; 1,000,000 : tuhi tuhaayi (''miliyɔŋ'') ; 1,000,000,000 : tuhi tuhaata ('' '') ; 1,000,000,000,000 : tuhi tuhi anahi ('' '') ; number _____ (train, bus, etc.) : ('' '') ; half : pirigili('' '') ; less : bɛla('' '') ; more : pam('' '') ===Time === (Saha) ; now : punpɔŋɔ ('' '') ; later : di yi too bɛla ('' '') ; before : pɔi('' '') ; morning : asiba ('' '') ; afternoon : wuntaŋni ('' '') ; evening : zaawuni ('' '') ; night : yuŋ ('' '') ====Clock time==== ; one o'clock AM : yuŋ tisuɣu kurigi yini ('' '') ; two o'clock AM : yuŋ tisuɣu kurigi ayi ('' '') ; noon : wuntaŋ zuɣusaa ('' '') ; one o'clock PM : wuntaŋni kurigi yini ('' '') ; two o'clock PM : wuntaŋni kurigi ayi ('' '') ; midnight : yuŋ tisuɣu ('' '') ====Duration==== ; _____ minute(s) : minti _____ (''the number should be pronounced with its number word...for example, intead 2, you will say or write 'ayi' etc '') ; _____ hour(s) : hawa _____ ('' '') ; _____ day(s) : ('' '') ; _____ week(s) : bakɔi _____ ('' '') ; 1 month: goli ; 2 month: chiraayi ; _____ month(s) : ('' '') ; _____ year(s) : ('' '') ====Days==== ; today : zuŋɔ (''zunzuŋɔ '') ; yesterday : Sɔhila (''Sɔhala'') ; tomorrow : biɛɣuni('' '') ; this week : bakɔi ŋɔ(''dakulo ŋɔ '') ; last week : bakɔi din gari la(''dakulo din gari la '') ; next week : bakɔi din kani na(''dakulo din kani na '') ; Sunday : Alahari('' '') ; Monday : Atani('' '') ; Tuesday : Atalaata('' '') ; Wednesday : Alaaba('' '') ; Thursday : Alaamish('' '') ; Friday : Alizumah('' '') ; Saturday : Asibiri('' '') ====Months==== <!--If speakers of the language commonly use a calendar other than the Gregorian, explain it here and list its months. See [[Hebrew phrasebook]] for an example.--> ; January : ('' '') ; February : ('' '') ; March : ('' '') ; April : ('' '') ; May : ('' '') ; June : ('' '') ; July : ('' '') ; August : ('' '') ; September : ('' '') ; October : ('' '') ; November : ('' '') ; December : ('' '') ====Writing time and date==== <!--Give some examples how to write clock times and dates if it differs from English.--> ===Colors=== ; black : sabinli ('' '') ; white : piɛlli ('' '') ; grey/gray : tampilim ('' '') ; red : ʒɛɛ ('' '') ; blue : nuɣiso ('' '') ; yellow : dozim ('' '') ; green : vagahili ('' '') ; orange : saliŋkom ('' '') ; purple : ('' '') ; brown : taŋkpaɣu ('' '') ===Transportation=== ====Bus and train==== ; How much is a ticket to _____? : Ala n nyɛ tiɣiti zaŋ chaŋ _____? ('' '') ; One ticket to _____, please. : Tiɣiti zaɣa yini zaŋ chaŋ _____, dimisuɣulo. ('' '') ; Where does this train/bus go? : Ya polo ka loori ŋɔ chana? ('' '') ; Where is the train/bus to _____? : Ya polo ka loori ŋɔ chana? ('' '') ; Does this train/bus stop in _____? : loori ŋɔ ni zan' _____ ('' '') ; When does the train/bus for _____ leave? : Bo saha ka ziligi maa/boosu chana? () ; When will this train/bus arrive in _____? : Bo saha ka ziligi ŋɔ/boosu yan kana? ('' '') ====Directions==== ; How do I get to _____ ? : Wula ka n-yɛn chaŋ ______('' '') ; ...the train station? : Ziligi teesa? ('' '') ; ...the bus station? : Boosu teesa? ('' '') ; ...the airport? : Alapele paaki ni? ('' '') ; ...downtown? : ('' '') ; ...the youth hostel? : ('' '') ; ...the _____ hotel? : ('' '') ; ...the American/Canadian/Australian/British consulate? : ('' '') ; Where are there a lot of... : ('' '') ; ...hotels? : ('' '') ; ...restaurants? : ('' '') ; ...bars? : ('' '') ; ...sites to see? : ('' '') ; Can you show me on the map? : ('' '') ; street : ('' '') ; Turn left. : ŋmaligim nuzaa('' '') ; Turn right. : ŋmaligim nudirigu('' '') ; left : Nuzaa('' '') ; right : Nudirigu('' '') ; straight ahead : ('' '') ; towards the _____ : Zaŋ kpa('' '') ; past the _____ : ('' '') ; before the _____ : ('' '') ; Watch for the _____. : ('' '') ; intersection : ('' '') ; north : ('' '') ; south : ('' '') ; east : ('' '') ; west : ('' '') ; uphill : ('' '') ; downhill : ('' '') ====Taxi==== ; Taxi! : ('' '') ; Take me to _____, please. : (''Zaŋma chaŋ_____, dimsuɣulo'') ; How much does it cost to get to _____? : (''Ala ka n-nitooi nyɛli______? '') ; Take me there, please. : (''Zaŋma chaŋ ni, dimsuɣulo. '') ===Lodging=== ; Do you have any rooms available? : ('' '') ; How much is a room for one person/two people? : ('' '') ; Does the room come with... : ('' '') ; ...bedsheets? : ('' '') ; ...a bathroom? : ('' '') ; ...a telephone? : ('' '') ; ...a TV? : ('' '') ; May I see the room first? : ('' '') ; Do you have anything quieter? : ('' '') ; ...bigger? : ('' '') ; ...cleaner? : ('' '') ; ...cheaper? : ('' '') ; OK, I'll take it. : ('' '') ; I will stay for _____ night(s). : ('' '') ; Can you suggest another hotel? : ('' '') ; Do you have a safe? : ('' '') ; ...lockers? : ('' '') ; Is breakfast/supper included? : ('' '') ; What time is breakfast/supper? : ('' '') ; Please clean my room. : ('' '') ; Can you wake me at _____? : ('' '') ; I want to check out. : ('' '') ===Money=== ; Do you accept American/Australian/Canadian dollars? : ('' '') ; Do you accept British pounds? : ('' '') ; Do you accept euros? : ('' '') ; Do you accept credit cards? : ('' '') ; Can you change money for me? : ('' '') ; Where can I get money changed? : ('' '') ; Can you change a traveler's check for me? : ('' '') ; Where can I get a traveler's check changed? : ('' '') ; What is the exchange rate? : ('' '') ; Where is an automatic teller machine (ATM)? : ('' '') ===Eating=== ; A table for one person/two people, please. : ('' '') ; Can I look at the menu, please? : ('' '') ; Can I look in the kitchen? : ('' '') ; Is there a house specialty? : ('' '') ; Is there a local specialty? : ('' '') ; I'm a vegetarian. : ('' '') ; I don't eat pork. : ('' '') ; I don't eat beef. : ('' '') ; I only eat kosher food. : ('' '') ; Can you make it "lite", please? (''less oil/butter/lard'') : ('' '') ; fixed-price meal : ('' '') ; à la carte : ('' '') ; breakfast : ('' '') ; lunch : ('' '') ; tea (''meal'') : ('' '') ; supper : ('' '') ; I want _____. : ('' '') ; I want a dish containing _____. : ('' '') ; chicken : ('' '') ; beef : ('' '') ; fish : ('' '') ; ham : ('' '') ; sausage : ('' '') ; cheese : ('' '') ; eggs : ('' '') ; salad : ('' '') ; (fresh) vegetables : ('' '') ; (fresh) fruit : ('' '') ; bread : ('' '') ; toast : ('' '') ; noodles : ('' '') ; rice : ('' '') ; beans : ('' '') ; May I have a glass of _____? : ('' '') ; May I have a cup of _____? : ('' '') ; May I have a bottle of _____? : ('' '') ; coffee : ('' '') ; tea (''drink'') : ('' '') ; juice : ('' '') ; (bubbly) water : ('' '') ; (still) water : ('' '') ; beer : ('' '') ; red/white wine : ('' '') ; May I have some _____? : ('' '') ; salt : ('' '') ; black pepper : ('' '') ; butter : ('' '') ; Excuse me, waiter? (''getting attention of server''): ('' '') ; I'm finished. : ('' '') ; It was delicious. : ('' '') ; Please clear the plates. : ('' '') ; The check, please. : ('' '') ===Bars=== ; Do you serve alcohol? : ('' '') ; Is there table service? : ('' '') ; A beer/two beers, please. : ('' '') ; A glass of red/white wine, please. : ('' '') ; A pint, please. : ('' '') ; A bottle, please. : ('' '') ; _____ (''hard liquor'') and _____ (''mixer''), please. : ('' '') ; whiskey : ('' '') ; vodka : ('' '') ; rum : ('' '') ; water : ('' '') ; club soda : ('' '') ; tonic water : ('' '') ; orange juice : ('' '') ; Coke (''soda'') : ('' '') ; Do you have any bar snacks? : ('' '') ; One more, please. : ('' '') ; Another round, please. : ('' '') ; When is closing time? : ('' '') ; Cheers! : ('' '') ===Shopping=== ; Do you have this in my size? : ('' '') ; How much is this? : ('' '') ; That's too expensive. : ('' '') ; Would you take _____? : ('' '') ; expensive : ('' '') ; cheap : ('' '') ; I can't afford it. : ('' '') ; I don't want it. : ('' '') ; You're cheating me. : ('' '') ; I'm not interested. : (..) ; OK, I'll take it. : ('' '') ; Can I have a bag? : ('' '') ; Do you ship (overseas)? : ('' '') ; I need... : ('' '') ; ...toothpaste. : ('' '') ; ...a toothbrush. : ('' '') ; ...tampons. : . ('' '') ; ...soap. : ('' '') ; ...shampoo. : ('' '') ; ...pain reliever. (''e.g., aspirin or ibuprofen'') : ('' '') ; ...cold medicine. : ('' '') ; ...stomach medicine. : ... ('' '') ; ...a razor. : ('' '') ; ...an umbrella. : ('' '') ; ...sunblock lotion. : ('' '') ; ...a postcard. : ('' '') ; ...postage stamps. : ('' '') ; ...batteries. : ('' '') ; ...writing paper. : ('' '') ; ...a pen. : ('' '') ; ...English-language books. : ('' '') ; ...English-language magazines. : ('' '') ; ...an English-language newspaper. : ('' '') ; ...an English-English dictionary. : ('' '') ===Driving=== ; I want to rent a car. : ('' '') ; Can I get insurance? : ('' '') ; stop (''on a street sign'') : ('' '') ; one way : ('' '') ; yield : ('' '') ; no parking : ('' '') ; speed limit : ('' '') ; gas (''petrol'') station : petiro shɛl('' '') ; petrol : petiro('' '') ; diesel : diesel('' '') ===Authority=== ; I haven't done anything wrong. : N bi tum taali shɛli.('' '') ; It was a misunderstanding. : Nangbankpeen n di nyɛli.('' '') ; Where are you taking me? : Ya ka a mali ma n chana?('' '') ; Am I under arrest? : A gbaai ma mi maa?('' '') ; I am an American/Australian/British/Canadian citizen. : N nyɛla Amarika/Australia/Britin/Canada bilichina. ('' '') ; I want to talk to the American/Australian/British/Canadian embassy/consulate. : M bori mi ni n di Amarika/Australia/Britin/Canada embassy kpamba alizama. ('' '') ; I want to talk to a lawyer. : M bori looya ni n di o fiila.('' '') ; Can I just pay a fine now? : Ni tooi yo n samli puŋpɔŋɔ?('' '') {{outlinephrasebook}} {{phrasebookguide}} gp3jsbs6lqz72d0r3q0sd0u61p1vqlx 5328750 5328739 2026-08-15T11:31:54Z Alhaj Darajaati 2329558 /* Lodging */ 5328750 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Lion d'Afrique banner.jpg}} '''Dagbani''' is the main language of the people of the Dagbon kingdom called Dagombas or Dagbamba in [[Ghana]]. The language is usually called Dagbanli by the indigenous people and it is part of the 16 Mabia or Gur languages that is spoken in Northern Ghana, Togo and Burkina Faso. It is mutually intelligible with Mamprusi, and Nanunli in Ghana. The speakers of the language are more than 3.5 million of the Ghanaian population. There are four variations of some words depending upon the speakers origin: Eastern, Northern, Western and Southern Dagbon but they do not serve as barriers to communication. It is studied from primary school to the university level in Ghana. ==Pronunciation guide== ===Vowels=== a, e, i, o, u, ɔ, ɛ ===Consonants=== b, h, t, n, ch, d, f, g, ny, gb, ŋm, ŋ, h, ɣ, ʒ, j, k, l, m, s, r, sh, v, y, z, p, kp. ===Common diphthongs=== ==Phrase list== ===Basics=== {{infobox|Common signs| ; OPEN : ; CLOSED : ; ENTRANCE : ; EXIT : ; PUSH : ; PULL : ; TOILET : ; MEN : ; WOMEN : ; FORBIDDEN : }} ; Hello. : N doo. (): N kpɛma. () ; Hello. (''informal'') : N doo. ('' '') ; How are you? : Ka di be wula? ('' ka wula'') ; Fine, thank you. : M mali alaafei, m paɣiya. ('' alaafei, m paɣiya'') ; What is your name? : A yuli? (''?'') ; My name is ______ . : N yuli booni _____ . ('' N yuli _____ .'') ; Nice to meet you. : Di niŋ ma suhupiɛli pam ni n ni nyaa ŋɔ. (''Di niŋ ma suhupiɛli pam ni n ni nyaa maa '') ; Please. : Dimi suɣulo. ('' '') ; Thank you. : M puhiya ka paɣi. ('' N paɣiya'') ; You're welcome. : Naawuni deemi suhugu. (''Abaa '') ; Yes. : iin. (''mm '') ; No. : aayi. ('' ai'') ; Excuse me. (''getting attention'') : Gaafara. ('' '') ; Excuse me. (''begging pardon'') : Gaafara, n tum taali. ('' '') ; I'm sorry. : N tumi taali. (''Gaafara'') ; Goodbye : Naawuni ni sɔŋ. (''bai bai '') ; Goodbye (''informal'') : Bai bai. ('' '') ; I can't speak ''name of language'' [well]. : N ku tooi yɛli Dagbanli [viɛnyɛla]. ('' [ ]'') ; Do you speak English? : N ni tooi yɛli silimiinsilii? ('' A toɣasiri silimiinsilii?'') ; Is there someone here who speaks English? : So be kpe ka yari silimiinsilii? ('' ?'') ; Help! : Sɔŋmi ya ma ! ('' !'') ; Look out! : Lihi ma! ('' !'') ; Good morning. : Dasiba. ('' '') ; Good evening. : Antire. ('' '') ; Good night. : Aninwula. ('' '') ; Good night (''to sleep'') Naawuni ni ti biɛɣu: . ('' '') ; I don't understand. : N bi gbaai. ('' '') ; Where is the toilet? : Ya polo ka baanjira be? ('' ?'') ===Problems=== ; Leave me alone. : Zaŋ ma bahi. ('' Zɔm ka chama.''), ('' Chɛli ma.'') ; Don't touch me! : Di shihi ma! ('' !'') ; I'll call the police. : N yɛn bol'la prinsi. ('' .'') ; Police! : Polinga! ('' !'') ; Stop! Thief! : Zani ma! Tayiɣa! ('' ! !'') ; I need your help. : M bori la a sɔŋsim. ('' .'') ; It's an emergency. : Nimmohi m bala. ('' .'') ; I'm lost. : N tumla n soli. ('' M barigi mi.'') ; I lost my bag. : N labi la m baagi. ('' .'') ; I lost my wallet. : N labi la m poochibila. ('' .'') ; I'm sick. : M bɛri mi. ('' .'') ; I've been injured. : N nyɛla daŋa. ('' .'') ; I need a doctor. : N bori la dɔɣite. ('' .'') ; Can I use your phone? : n ni tooi zaŋ a phone ŋɔ n niŋ m bini ŋɔ? ('' ?'') ===Numbers=== ; 1 : Ndam ('' '') ; 2 : Ayi ('' '') ; 3 : Ata ('' '') ; 4 : Anahi ('' '') ; 5 : Anu ('' '') ; 6 : Ayobu ('' '') ; 7 : Apɔin ('' '') ; 8 : Anii ('' '') ; 9 : Awɔi ('' '') ; 10 : Pia ('' '') ; 11 : piniyini ('' '') ; 12 : pinaayi ('' '') ; 13 : pinaata ('' '') ; 14 : pinaanahi ('' '') ; 15 : pinaanu ('' '') ; 16 : pinaayobu ('' '') ; 17 : pinaapɔin ('' '') ; 18 : pishiayika ('' '') ; 19 : pisiyinika ('' '') ; 20 : pishi ('' '') ; 21 : pishi ni yini ('' '') ; 22 : pishi ni ayi ('' '') ; 23 ; pishi ni ata ( ) ;24 ; Pishi ni anahi ( ) ; 25 ; Pishi ni anu ( ) ;26 ; Pishi ni ayobu ( ) ;27 ; Pishi ni apɔin ( ) ;28 ; Pihita ayika ( ) ;29 ; Pihitayinika ( ) ; 30: pihita ('' '') ; 40 : pihinahi ('' '') ; 50 : pihinu ('' '') ; 60 : pihiyobu ('' '') ; 70 : pisopɔin ('' '') ; 80 : pihinii ('' '') ; 90 : pihiwɔi ('' '') ; 100 : kɔbiga ('' '') ; 200 : kɔbishiyi ('' '') ; 300 : kɔbisita ('' '') ; 1,000 : tuhili ('' '') ; 2,000 : tusaayi ('' '') ; 1,000,000 : tuhi tuhaayi (''miliyɔŋ'') ; 1,000,000,000 : tuhi tuhaata ('' '') ; 1,000,000,000,000 : tuhi tuhi anahi ('' '') ; number _____ (train, bus, etc.) : ('' '') ; half : pirigili('' '') ; less : bɛla('' '') ; more : pam('' '') ===Time === (Saha) ; now : punpɔŋɔ ('' '') ; later : di yi too bɛla ('' '') ; before : pɔi('' '') ; morning : asiba ('' '') ; afternoon : wuntaŋni ('' '') ; evening : zaawuni ('' '') ; night : yuŋ ('' '') ====Clock time==== ; one o'clock AM : yuŋ tisuɣu kurigi yini ('' '') ; two o'clock AM : yuŋ tisuɣu kurigi ayi ('' '') ; noon : wuntaŋ zuɣusaa ('' '') ; one o'clock PM : wuntaŋni kurigi yini ('' '') ; two o'clock PM : wuntaŋni kurigi ayi ('' '') ; midnight : yuŋ tisuɣu ('' '') ====Duration==== ; _____ minute(s) : minti _____ (''the number should be pronounced with its number word...for example, intead 2, you will say or write 'ayi' etc '') ; _____ hour(s) : hawa _____ ('' '') ; _____ day(s) : ('' '') ; _____ week(s) : bakɔi _____ ('' '') ; 1 month: goli ; 2 month: chiraayi ; _____ month(s) : ('' '') ; _____ year(s) : ('' '') ====Days==== ; today : zuŋɔ (''zunzuŋɔ '') ; yesterday : Sɔhila (''Sɔhala'') ; tomorrow : biɛɣuni('' '') ; this week : bakɔi ŋɔ(''dakulo ŋɔ '') ; last week : bakɔi din gari la(''dakulo din gari la '') ; next week : bakɔi din kani na(''dakulo din kani na '') ; Sunday : Alahari('' '') ; Monday : Atani('' '') ; Tuesday : Atalaata('' '') ; Wednesday : Alaaba('' '') ; Thursday : Alaamish('' '') ; Friday : Alizumah('' '') ; Saturday : Asibiri('' '') ====Months==== <!--If speakers of the language commonly use a calendar other than the Gregorian, explain it here and list its months. See [[Hebrew phrasebook]] for an example.--> ; January : ('' '') ; February : ('' '') ; March : ('' '') ; April : ('' '') ; May : ('' '') ; June : ('' '') ; July : ('' '') ; August : ('' '') ; September : ('' '') ; October : ('' '') ; November : ('' '') ; December : ('' '') ====Writing time and date==== <!--Give some examples how to write clock times and dates if it differs from English.--> ===Colors=== ; black : sabinli ('' '') ; white : piɛlli ('' '') ; grey/gray : tampilim ('' '') ; red : ʒɛɛ ('' '') ; blue : nuɣiso ('' '') ; yellow : dozim ('' '') ; green : vagahili ('' '') ; orange : saliŋkom ('' '') ; purple : ('' '') ; brown : taŋkpaɣu ('' '') ===Transportation=== ====Bus and train==== ; How much is a ticket to _____? : Ala n nyɛ tiɣiti zaŋ chaŋ _____? ('' '') ; One ticket to _____, please. : Tiɣiti zaɣa yini zaŋ chaŋ _____, dimisuɣulo. ('' '') ; Where does this train/bus go? : Ya polo ka loori ŋɔ chana? ('' '') ; Where is the train/bus to _____? : Ya polo ka loori ŋɔ chana? ('' '') ; Does this train/bus stop in _____? : loori ŋɔ ni zan' _____ ('' '') ; When does the train/bus for _____ leave? : Bo saha ka ziligi maa/boosu chana? () ; When will this train/bus arrive in _____? : Bo saha ka ziligi ŋɔ/boosu yan kana? ('' '') ====Directions==== ; How do I get to _____ ? : Wula ka n-yɛn chaŋ ______('' '') ; ...the train station? : Ziligi teesa? ('' '') ; ...the bus station? : Boosu teesa? ('' '') ; ...the airport? : Alapele paaki ni? ('' '') ; ...downtown? : ('' '') ; ...the youth hostel? : ('' '') ; ...the _____ hotel? : ('' '') ; ...the American/Canadian/Australian/British consulate? : ('' '') ; Where are there a lot of... : ('' '') ; ...hotels? : ('' '') ; ...restaurants? : ('' '') ; ...bars? : ('' '') ; ...sites to see? : ('' '') ; Can you show me on the map? : ('' '') ; street : ('' '') ; Turn left. : ŋmaligim nuzaa('' '') ; Turn right. : ŋmaligim nudirigu('' '') ; left : Nuzaa('' '') ; right : Nudirigu('' '') ; straight ahead : ('' '') ; towards the _____ : Zaŋ kpa('' '') ; past the _____ : ('' '') ; before the _____ : ('' '') ; Watch for the _____. : ('' '') ; intersection : ('' '') ; north : ('' '') ; south : ('' '') ; east : ('' '') ; west : ('' '') ; uphill : ('' '') ; downhill : ('' '') ====Taxi==== ; Taxi! : ('' '') ; Take me to _____, please. : (''Zaŋma chaŋ_____, dimsuɣulo'') ; How much does it cost to get to _____? : (''Ala ka n-nitooi nyɛli______? '') ; Take me there, please. : (''Zaŋma chaŋ ni, dimsuɣulo. '') ===Lodging=== ; Do you have any rooms available? : (''Duri bɛni?'') ; How much is a room for one person/two people? : (''Ala n-nyɛ duu nti ninvuɣi yino/niriba ayi'') ; Does the room come with... : ('' '') ; ...bedsheets? : ('' '') ; ...a bathroom? : (''Shinshaɣu'') ; ...a telephone? : ('Taŋgalimiya' '') ; ...a TV? : ('' '') ; May I see the room first? : (''N-nitooi nye duu maa pɔi?'') ; Do you have anything quieter? : ('' '') ; ...bigger? : ('' '') ; ...cleaner? : ('' '') ; ...cheaper? : (''Alaha'') ; OK, I'll take it. : (''Din ŋuna, n ni deei li'') ; I will stay for _____ night(s). : ('' '') ; Can you suggest another hotel? : ('' '') ; Do you have a safe? : ('' '') ; ...lockers? : ('' '') ; Is breakfast/supper included? : (''Asiba nankpansuuli/wuntaŋ Bindirigu pahi Ya? '') ; What time is breakfast/supper? : (''Saha dini n-nyɛ nangbansuuli/wuntaŋ bindirigu'') ; Please clean my room. : (''Dimsuɣulo malimi n duu maa'') ; Can you wake me at _____? : ('' '') ; I want to check out. : ('' '') ===Money=== ; Do you accept American/Australian/Canadian dollars? : ('' '') ; Do you accept British pounds? : ('' '') ; Do you accept euros? : ('' '') ; Do you accept credit cards? : ('' '') ; Can you change money for me? : ('' '') ; Where can I get money changed? : ('' '') ; Can you change a traveler's check for me? : ('' '') ; Where can I get a traveler's check changed? : ('' '') ; What is the exchange rate? : ('' '') ; Where is an automatic teller machine (ATM)? : ('' '') ===Eating=== ; A table for one person/two people, please. : ('' '') ; Can I look at the menu, please? : ('' '') ; Can I look in the kitchen? : ('' '') ; Is there a house specialty? : ('' '') ; Is there a local specialty? : ('' '') ; I'm a vegetarian. : ('' '') ; I don't eat pork. : ('' '') ; I don't eat beef. : ('' '') ; I only eat kosher food. : ('' '') ; Can you make it "lite", please? (''less oil/butter/lard'') : ('' '') ; fixed-price meal : ('' '') ; à la carte : ('' '') ; breakfast : ('' '') ; lunch : ('' '') ; tea (''meal'') : ('' '') ; supper : ('' '') ; I want _____. : ('' '') ; I want a dish containing _____. : ('' '') ; chicken : ('' '') ; beef : ('' '') ; fish : ('' '') ; ham : ('' '') ; sausage : ('' '') ; cheese : ('' '') ; eggs : ('' '') ; salad : ('' '') ; (fresh) vegetables : ('' '') ; (fresh) fruit : ('' '') ; bread : ('' '') ; toast : ('' '') ; noodles : ('' '') ; rice : ('' '') ; beans : ('' '') ; May I have a glass of _____? : ('' '') ; May I have a cup of _____? : ('' '') ; May I have a bottle of _____? : ('' '') ; coffee : ('' '') ; tea (''drink'') : ('' '') ; juice : ('' '') ; (bubbly) water : ('' '') ; (still) water : ('' '') ; beer : ('' '') ; red/white wine : ('' '') ; May I have some _____? : ('' '') ; salt : ('' '') ; black pepper : ('' '') ; butter : ('' '') ; Excuse me, waiter? (''getting attention of server''): ('' '') ; I'm finished. : ('' '') ; It was delicious. : ('' '') ; Please clear the plates. : ('' '') ; The check, please. : ('' '') ===Bars=== ; Do you serve alcohol? : ('' '') ; Is there table service? : ('' '') ; A beer/two beers, please. : ('' '') ; A glass of red/white wine, please. : ('' '') ; A pint, please. : ('' '') ; A bottle, please. : ('' '') ; _____ (''hard liquor'') and _____ (''mixer''), please. : ('' '') ; whiskey : ('' '') ; vodka : ('' '') ; rum : ('' '') ; water : ('' '') ; club soda : ('' '') ; tonic water : ('' '') ; orange juice : ('' '') ; Coke (''soda'') : ('' '') ; Do you have any bar snacks? : ('' '') ; One more, please. : ('' '') ; Another round, please. : ('' '') ; When is closing time? : ('' '') ; Cheers! : ('' '') ===Shopping=== ; Do you have this in my size? : ('' '') ; How much is this? : ('' '') ; That's too expensive. : ('' '') ; Would you take _____? : ('' '') ; expensive : ('' '') ; cheap : ('' '') ; I can't afford it. : ('' '') ; I don't want it. : ('' '') ; You're cheating me. : ('' '') ; I'm not interested. : (..) ; OK, I'll take it. : ('' '') ; Can I have a bag? : ('' '') ; Do you ship (overseas)? : ('' '') ; I need... : ('' '') ; ...toothpaste. : ('' '') ; ...a toothbrush. : ('' '') ; ...tampons. : . ('' '') ; ...soap. : ('' '') ; ...shampoo. : ('' '') ; ...pain reliever. (''e.g., aspirin or ibuprofen'') : ('' '') ; ...cold medicine. : ('' '') ; ...stomach medicine. : ... ('' '') ; ...a razor. : ('' '') ; ...an umbrella. : ('' '') ; ...sunblock lotion. : ('' '') ; ...a postcard. : ('' '') ; ...postage stamps. : ('' '') ; ...batteries. : ('' '') ; ...writing paper. : ('' '') ; ...a pen. : ('' '') ; ...English-language books. : ('' '') ; ...English-language magazines. : ('' '') ; ...an English-language newspaper. : ('' '') ; ...an English-English dictionary. : ('' '') ===Driving=== ; I want to rent a car. : ('' '') ; Can I get insurance? : ('' '') ; stop (''on a street sign'') : ('' '') ; one way : ('' '') ; yield : ('' '') ; no parking : ('' '') ; speed limit : ('' '') ; gas (''petrol'') station : petiro shɛl('' '') ; petrol : petiro('' '') ; diesel : diesel('' '') ===Authority=== ; I haven't done anything wrong. : N bi tum taali shɛli.('' '') ; It was a misunderstanding. : Nangbankpeen n di nyɛli.('' '') ; Where are you taking me? : Ya ka a mali ma n chana?('' '') ; Am I under arrest? : A gbaai ma mi maa?('' '') ; I am an American/Australian/British/Canadian citizen. : N nyɛla Amarika/Australia/Britin/Canada bilichina. ('' '') ; I want to talk to the American/Australian/British/Canadian embassy/consulate. : M bori mi ni n di Amarika/Australia/Britin/Canada embassy kpamba alizama. ('' '') ; I want to talk to a lawyer. : M bori looya ni n di o fiila.('' '') ; Can I just pay a fine now? : Ni tooi yo n samli puŋpɔŋɔ?('' '') {{outlinephrasebook}} {{phrasebookguide}} pi7x3pmb2tig6gayvh83tlnzc9cqnyy 0 199601 5328376 5327547 2026-08-14T16:14:46Z Mrkstvns 144844 /* Mexico */ 5328376 wikitext text/x-wiki {{Pagebanner|RAMSAR wetland banner.jpg}} The '''Ramsar sites''' are wetlands designated as of international importance; many are of great interest to [[birdwatching|birdwatchers]]. Some are easy to visit while others are destinations for [[wilderness backpacking]]. The [https://www.ramsar.org/ Ramsar Convention] is the international agreement covering conservation efforts on these sites. It was signed in the town of [[Ramsar]], [[Iran]] in 1971. 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Also rhinos. }} ===Asia=== ====Hong Kong==== * {{listing | name=Mai Po Marshes | alt= | url= | email= | address=San Tin, [[Hong Kong]] | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3847786 | lastedit=2023-06-28 | content=Wetland with inter-tidal mangroves and mudflat for migratory birds, local insects and mammals. }} ====India==== [[File:Boat ride on Chilika Lake, Balugaon, Odisha, India.jpg|thumb|Chilika Lake]] [[File:Skyline - Nalban Waterbody - Kolkata 2016-06-21 5019.JPG|thumb|East Calcutta Wetlands]] [[File:View of Kollam City from Asramam Adventure Park.jpg|thumb|Kerala Backwaters]] [[File:Hirakud Left Dyke 02.jpg|thumb|Hirakud Reservoir]] * {{listing | name=[[Bhitarkanika Mangroves]] | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Odisha]], [[India]] | lat=20.65 | long=86.9 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4901841 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=A mangrove wetland covering an area of {{km2|650}} in the Brahmani River and Baitarani River deltas. }} * {{listing | name=Bhoj Wetland | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Bhopal]], [[Madhya Pradesh]], [[India]] | lat=23.25 | long=77.34 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4901892 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=It consists of two lakes in Bhopal, Bhojtal and Lower Lake. Bhojtal was created during the time of King Bhoj, while Lower Lake was created during the [[Mughal Empire]]. }} * {{listing | name=Chandra Taal | alt=Tso Chigma | url= | email= | address=[[Himachal Pradesh]], [[India]] | lat=32.475181 | long=77.617061 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5071315 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=The origin of the Chandra River, a big and beautiful lake 7 km away from Kunzum Pass. }} * {{listing | name=[[Chilika Lake]] | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Odisha]], [[India]] | lat=19.716667 | long=85.316667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2047322 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=Asia's largest salt-water lagoon and is separated from the Bay of Bengal by a sandy ridge. The pear-shaped lake spreads across {{km2|1,100}} and has a unique ecosystem with a range of aquatic flora and fauna found in and around its brackish waters. An impressive array of bird life, both native and migrant, makes Chilika one of the best places in India for bird-watching, splashing around in the water and quiet relaxation. }} * {{listing | name=Deepor Beel | alt=Dipor Bil | url= | email= | address=[[Guwahati]], [[Assam]], [[India]] | lat=26.119167 | long=91.653333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q986842 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=A permanent freshwater lake. It is bounded by the steep highlands on the north and south, and the valley formed has a broad U-shape with the Rani and Garbhanga hills forming the backdrop. }} * {{listing | name=East Calcutta Wetlands | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Kolkata]], [[West Bengal]], [[India]] | lat=22.5524 | long=88.45009 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3348702 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=A complex of natural and human-made wetlands. The wetlands are also used to treat Kolkata's sewage, and the nutrients contained in the wastewater sustain fish farms and agriculture. It is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its unpolluted environment offers a respite and soothes the visitors. }} * {{listing | name=Gulf of Mannar Marine Biosphere Reserve | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Rameswaram]], [[Tamil Nadu]], [[India]] | lat=9.1375 | long=79.4725 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5617576 | lastedit=2023-06-08 | content=A protected area consisting of 21 islets and adjacent coral reefs in the Gulf of Mannar. The park includes marine components such as coral reefs, seaweed communities, sea grasses, and mangroves. Access inside the park is limited to glass-bottom boat rides. }} * {{listing | name=Hirakud Reservoir | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Sambalpur]], [[Odisha]], [[India]] | lat=21.530833 | long=83.871667 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1940209 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=The reservoir forms an artificial lake with an area of {{km2|746}} having a shoreline of over {{km|640}}. '''Cattle Island''' is near one end of Hirakud reservoir. It is near Kumarbandh village of Belpahar-Banharpali range and is about 90 km from Sambalpur town by road, but is 10 km by water launch from Hirakud dam. The island was a hillock before the construction of the Hirakud dam. During the resettlement period, villagers left some of their cows and bulls and when the dam construction was over the cattle settled down on the hilltop. With the passage of time, the nearby area was filled up with the reservoir water. Being away from mankind, the cattle are wild in nature. }} * {{listing | name=Karikili Bird Sanctuary | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Chengalpattu]], [[Tamil Nadu]], [[India]] | lat=12.5991 | long=79.84336 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q48730174 | lastedit=2023-06-04 | content=A bird sanctuary. This region is surrounded by open areas, paddy fields and scrub forests. }} * {{listing | name=[[Kerala Backwaters]] | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Kerala]], [[India]] | lat=9.863481 | long=76.3594 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q666519 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=A network of {{km|1500}} of canals, 38 rivers and 5 big lakes extending from one end of Kerala to the other. The Ramsar sites in the region are '''Ashtamudi Wetland''' and '''Vembanad-Kol Wetland'''. }} * {{listing | name=Pallikaranai Wetland | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Chennai]], [[Tamil Nadu]], [[India]] | lat=12.9377 | long=80.2153 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7127876 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=The only surviving wetland ecosystem of Chennai. The marsh contains several rare or endangered and threatened species and acts as a forage and breeding ground for thousands of migratory birds from various places within and outside the country. }} * {{listing | name=Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Velankanni]], [[Tamil Nadu]], [[India]] | lat=10.31 | long=79.86 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5614058 | lastedit=2015-07-15 | content=This sanctuary is an area of high biodiversity, with many unique species of animals and birds. Migratory birds arrive between October and March. }} * {{listing | name=Runn of Kutch | alt=Rann of Kutch | url= | email= | address=[[Gujarat]], [[India]] and [[Sindh]], [[Pakistan]] | lat=24.086389 | long=70.637778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4026866 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=One of the largest salt deserts in the world, which is divided into Great Runn and Little Runn. }} * {{listing | name=[[Sundarbans]] | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Khulna Division]], [[Bangladesh]] and [[West Bengal]], [[India]] | lat=21.733188 | long=88.868966 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4526 | lastedit=2023-06-12 | content=the world's largest mangrove forest on the coast of the Ganges Delta by the Bay of Bengal. The region is the main habitat of the Bengal [[tigers]]. The Bangladesh side is designated by the Ramsar Convention as '''Sundarbans Reserve Forest''', while the Indian side is designated as '''Sundarban Wetland'''. }} * {{listing | name=Thane Creek | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Mumbai]], [[Maharashtra]], [[India]] | lat=19.02 | long=72.97 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7710235 | lastedit=2023-06-08 | content=One of the two creeks that separate Mumbai from the rest of India. It is known for various flamingo species, especially greater flamingoes and lesser flamingoes. Alongside the flamingoes, 167 species of birds and small mammals like golden jackals are also present. }} * {{listing | name=Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Chengalpattu]], [[Tamil Nadu]], [[India]] | lat=12.54598 | long=79.8559 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2253205 | lastedit=2023-06-04 | content=The oldest water bird sanctuary in India. It was a favourite hunting spot of the local landlords in the early 18th century. The region attracted a variety of birds because it was dotted with small lakes that acted as feeding grounds for the birds. Vedanthangal is home to migratory birds such as pintail, garganey, grey wagtail, blue-winged teal, common sandpiper and the like. The best time to visit this sanctuary is from November to March. During this time, birds are seen busy building and maintaining their nests. }} ====Philippines==== * {{listing | name=[[Olango_Island#Olango Wildlife Sanctuary|Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=10.2449 | long=124.0243 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=An area on the edge of a major Philippine urban area, [[Metro Cebu]], that is partly mangrove swamp and has about 50 species each of migratory and resident birds. There are fine diving or snorkeling sites nearby, plus some beaches and resorts (mostly mid-range). }} ====Turkey==== * {{listing | name=Akyatan Lagoon | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4702037 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=[[Izmir#Q6043373|Gediz Delta]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6053312 | lastedit= | content=One of Turkey's most extensive coastal wetlands shelters 10% of the world's flamingo population among 250+ other bird species. }} * {{listing | name=[[Silifke#See|Göksu Delta]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7134113 | lastedit= | content=A system of interconnected lagoons where the Göksu River flows into the Mediterranean, the area is home to about 300 bird species and plenty of sealife. }} * {{listing | name=[[Kızılırmak Delta Bird Reserve|Kızılırmak Delta]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6005979 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Kızören Sinkhole | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q20473015 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=[[Burdur|Lake Burdur]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1010475 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=[[Bandırma#Bird Paradise National Park|Lake Kuş]] | alt=Lake Manyas | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1891954 | lastedit= | content=The lake's flooded riparian forests are a major stopover and destination for about 240 species of migratory birds. }} * {{listing | name=Lake Kuyucuk | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q17515431 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Lake Meke | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6065286 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=[[Tatvan#Q948747|Lake Nemrut]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2988251 | lastedit= | content=A caldera lake atop Nemrut Volcano. }} * {{listing | name=Lake Seyfe | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6048583 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Lake Uluabat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4809067 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=Sultan Marshes | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2364904 | lastedit= | content= }} * {{listing | name=[[Yumurtalık|Yumurtalık Lagoon]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q20476308 | lastedit= | content= }} ===North America=== ====Guatemala==== * {{listing | name=Lake Lachua | address=[[Laguna Lachuá National Park]], [[Guatemala]] | lat=15.9|long=-90.7 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2024-07-26 | content=Karst lake set in a protected rainforest. }} ====Honduras==== * {{listing | name=Jeannette Kawas National Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Jeannette Kawas National Park]], [[Honduras]] | lat=15.9 | long=-87.6 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2025-02-18 | content=Caribbean coastal wetlands on the Miskito Coast. }} ====Mexico==== [[File:Cuatrocien4.jpg|thumb|Poza at Cuatrociénegas]] * {{listing | name=Cuatrociénegas | alt=Protected Area of Plants and Animals Cuatrocienegas | url= | email= | address=[[Cuatro_Ciénegas|Cuatrociénegas]], [[Coahuila]] | lat=26.95139 | long=-102.13538 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2023-06-26 | content=Desert oasis in northern Mexico where cool freshwater springs feed pools called ''pozas''. Several endemic fish and salamander species can be found only in the pools in this valley. There are also gypsum dunes nearby. }} * {{listing | name=Huatulco |alt=Basins and corals in the coastal zone of Huatulco | address=[[Huatulco]], [[Oaxaca (state)|Oaxaca]] |lat=15.72268|long=-96.18288 | wikidata=Q22674871 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Pacific coastal area with protected reefs, shoreline, and wetlands that are part of a [[Mexico national parks|national park]]. }} * {{listing | name=Lago de Pátzcuaro | alt=Wetlands of Lake Patzcuaro | url= | email= | address=[[Lake Patzcuaro]], [[Michoacan]] | lat=19.6 | long=-101.64 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1352646 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Large inland lake with several inhabited islands and shallow marshes, several indigenous villages surround the lake. }} * {{listing | name=El Mogote Wetlands | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[La Paz (Mexico)|La Paz]], [[Baja California Sur]] | lat=24.166828 | long=-110.375205 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q23775004 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Sandy peninsula forming the northern land mass of Bahia de la Paz. Sand dunes stretch across the narrow neck of the peninsula and mangrove swamps line its southern shores. }} [[File:Brown booby couple.JPG|thumb|Brown boobies at Islas Marietas]] * {{listing | name=Islas Marietas | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Islas Marietas]], [[Nayarit]] | lat=20.699 | long=-105.5695 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22771847 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Group of islands in the Bahia de Banderas near [[Puerto Vallarta]]. It is a [[Mexico national parks|national park]] as well as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and Ramsar wetland. It provides habitat for a number of marine mammals and bird species and its reefs are popular scuba dive sites. }} * {{listing | name=Lake Chapala | address=[[Chapala]], [[Jalisco]] | lat=20.239 |long=-103.076 | wikidata=Q318350 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Mexico's largest lake is home to a number of endemic and endangered fish, reptiles, and amphibians including the rough-footed mud turtle and four species of crayfish. The January 2011 Audubon Society Christmas Bird Count registered 173 species at Lake Chapala. }} * {{listing | name=Lake Texcoco | address=[[Texcoco]], [[Mexico City]] | lat=19.5060|long=-98.8836 | wikidata=Q13700 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=What was once a large lake in the Mexico Central Valley has mostly disappeared, leaving only salty wetlands behind. This was one of the few places where axlotl could be found, but none are thought to remain here. }} * {{listing | name=Laguna de Hanson | alt=Hanson Lake, Laguna de Juarez | address= [[Constitution 1857 National Park]], [[Baja California]] | lat=32.033|long=-115.9347 | wikidata=Q5164083 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Highland lake in the Sierra de Juarez mountains of Baja California, inside a [[Mexico national parks|national park]]. }} * {{listing | name=Laguna de Metztitlán | alt=Metztitlan Lake | address=[[Reserva de la Biosfera Barranca de Metztitlán]], [[Hidalgo]] | lat=20.593|long=-98.787 | wikidata=Q35402476 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Natural lake fed by the Metztitlan River at the bottom of a deep canyon in a remote mountainous area. A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. }} [[File:Ballena gris adulta con su ballenato.jpg|thumb|Grey whales breed in the Laguna Ojo de Liebre of the El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve]] * {{listing | name=Ojo de Liebre Lagoon | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve]], [[Baja California Sur]] | lat=27.746 | long=-113.931 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2068929 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Inlet along the Pacific coast that provides critical reproductive areas for the grey whale and other marine mammals. Part of a {{unesco}}. }} * {{listing | name=Bahia de Loreto | alt=Bahia de Loreto National Park | address=[[Bahia de Loreto]], [[Baja California Sur]] | lat=25.8249|long=-111.0454 | wikidata=Q6378115 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Species-rich area with several islands and a haven for marine mammals. Protected as part of the [[Mexico national parks]] system. }} * {{listing | name=Sumidero Canyon | address=[[Cañón del Sumidero]], [[Chiapas]] | lat=16.831667|long=-93.093889 | wikidata=Q775138 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=River in a deep gorge in southern Mexico. Protected as part of a [[Mexico national parks|national park]]. }} [[File:Magnificent Frigatebird (Fregata magnificens) female - Isla Contoy QR 2020.jpg|thumb|Thousands of frigate birds nest on Isla Contoy]] * {{listing | name=Isla Contoy | address=[[Isla Contoy]], [[Quintana Roo]] | lat=21.497|long=-86.794 | wikidata=Q912409 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Caribbean island near [[Cancun]], nesting area for a variety of marine birds including pelicans, osprey, and frigate birds. The island includes salt marshes and has nearby reefs. Protected as a [[Mexico national parks|national park]] and UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. }} * {{listing | name=Isla Isabel | alt= | address=[[Isla Isabel National Park]], [[Nayarit]] | lat=21.844|long=-105.885 | wikidata=Q1674032 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Pacific island off the coast of Nayarit, nesting area for several marine bird species including pelicans, seagulls, boobies, and frigate birds. Sea turtles also nest on the beaches. Protected as part a [[Mexico national parks|national park]]. }} * {{listing | name=Lagunas de Montebello | alt=Montebello Lakes | address=[[Lagunas de Montebello National Park]], [[Chiapas]] | lat=16.0987|long=-91.6732 | wikidata=Q1968860 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Highland lakes in an array of natural colors, near the border with [[Guatemala]]. Protected as a [[Mexico national parks|national park]]. }} [[File:American Flamingoes (Phoenicopterus ruber) - Celestun Biosphere Reserve.jpg|thumb|Flamingos breed in both the Ría Celestún and the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserves]] * {{listing | name=Reserva de la Biosfera Ría Celestún | address=[[Celestún]], [[Yucatán]] | lat=20.859|long=-90.396 | wikidata=Q15117024 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Coastal wetlands with mangrove swamps and lagoons. Nesting area for pink flamingo, sea turtles, and several other species. A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. }} * {{listing | name=Sian Ka'an | address=[[Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve]], [[Quintana Roo]] | lat=19.895|long=-87.633 | wikidata=Q559789 | lastedit=2023-06-25 | content=Caribbean coastal wetlands with salt grass marshes amid tropical rain forests, pristine beaches and a stretch of the Great Mesoamerican Reef. Home to more than 400 bird species, 100 mammal species, and 400 fish and mollusk species. The swamps and marshes are home to 2 species of crocodile and more than 40 kinds of snake. A {{unesco}}. }} * {{listing | name=Le Encrucijada | address=[[La Encrucijada Biosphere Reserve]], [[Chiapas]]| lat=15.05|long=-92.70 | wikidata=Q3032549 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Pacific coastal mangrove swamps and protected wetlands with swamps and 11 rivers. Important bird habitat for migratory species. }} {{clear}} ====United States==== * {{listing | name=[[Everglades National Park]] | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= Q274131 | lastedit=2026-04-03 | content=Swamp in southern Florida. A {{unesco}}. }} ===Oceania=== ====Australia==== =====Australian Capital Territory===== * {{listing | name=Ginini Flats Wetlands Ramsar Site | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Canberra/Namadgi National Park|Namadgi National Park]] | lat=-35.5167 | long=148.767 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5563129 | lastedit=2023-07-06 | content=The only Ramsar site in the Australian Capital Territory's only national park. It's one of the few sites with an elevation of over 1500 metres, protecting rare and endemic amphibians and mammals. }} =====New South Wales===== [[File:Main Range Track, Kosciuszko National Park 40.jpg|thumb|Blue Lake]] * {{listing | name=Blue Lake | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Mount Kosciuszko summit trails|Main Range Track]], [[Kosciuszko National Park]] | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q4929321 | lastedit=2023-07-06 | content=Mainland Australia's best-preserved glacial lake might be the most unexpected of all Ramsar sites. However, it protects a wide variety of herbfield, heaths, bogs and fens; much of it can be seen on a short walk – see [[Mount Kosciuszko summit trails]]. }} * {{listing | name=Caryapundy Swamp | alt= | url= | email= | address=[[Narriearra Caryapundy Swamp National Park]], [[Far West (New South Wales)]] | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q109849429 | lastedit=2023-07-06 | content=One of the Australia's newer Ramsar sites having only been designated as one in December 2021. It's home to a good range of lush desert vegetation, particularly low shrubs. }} * {{listing | name=Fivebough and Tuckerbil Wetlands | alt= | url= | email= | address=near [[Leeton]], [[Riverina]] | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5456274 | lastedit=2023-07-06 | content=This wetland supports significant numbers of the endangered Australasian bittern and over 1% of the world populations of glossy ibis and sharp-tailed sandpiper. }} ===South America=== ====Argentina==== * {{listing|type=gray|name=[[Río Pilcomayo National Park]]|wikidata=Q828642}} — grassy plains and wetlands near the Pilcomayo River, protecting the humid Chaco ecosystem, a Ramsar wetland ====Brazil==== *{{listing|type=gray|name=[[Araguaia National Park|Araguaia National Park (Ilha do Bananal)]]|wikidata=Q4068420}} - part of Bananal Island on the Rio Araguaia, the northern part preserves natural habitat while the southern part preserves [[Indigenous cultures of South America|indigenous cultures]] ====Colombia==== * {{listing|type=gray|name=Ciénaga Grande of Santa Marta|wikidata=Q3051411}} — large sheltered lagoon with extensive swamps along the Caribbean coast of northern Colombia between [[Barranquilla]] and [[Santa Marta]]. Swamp tours are available in the town of [[Ciénaga]]. The [[Isla Salamanca Parkway]] is part of the [[Colombian national parks]] system, it provides access to the barrier island separating the cienega from the Caribbean Sea and has numerous access points for observing wildlife in the lagoon.. ====Ecuador==== * {{listing|type=gray|name=[[Cayambe Coca National Park|Ñucanchi-Turupamba Wetland Complex]]|wikidata=Q4744643}} — a 12,290-hectare area within the [[Cayambe Coca National Park]] is a designated Ramsar site, the wetland consists of glacial lakes that supply water to Quito and other highland communities ====Paraguaʏ==== * {{listing|type=gray|name=[[Ypoá National Park]]|wikidata=Q16904181}} — protects all of ''Lago Ypoá'' (Paraguay's largest lake) as well as surrounding marshes, swamps, plains, and woodlands ====Uruguay==== * {{listing|type=gray|name=[[Estero de Farrapos|Estero de Farrapos National Park]]|wikidata=Q5849355}} — marshes, swamps and estuaries along the Rio Uruguay, separating Uruguay from Argentina {{outlinetopic}} {{PartOfTopic|Natural attractions}} srtcntyis5s0x67czgx38lzbbe4eivi 2 201571 5328388 5284137 2026-08-14T16:32:11Z Mmorell 771685 5328388 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Montolieu''' is in [[Aude]]. Sometimes referred to as the "Village of Books" ==Understand== {{Mapframe|zoom=16|wikidata=Q173911}} <!-- WD: Montolieu (Q173911) --> {{Mapshape|type=geoline|wikidata=Q173911|fill=#FF0000|stroke-width=3|title= Montolieu}} ===Tourist office=== * {{listing | name=Tourist office | alt=Office de tourisme Grand Carcassonne Carcassonne Agglo | url=https://www.montolieu.fr/ | email= | address= 1 Place Jean Guéhenno | lat=43.31145| long=2.21491 | directions= | phone=+33 4 68 24 80 80 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Get in== ===By plane=== ===By train=== ===By bus=== ===By car=== ==Get around== ===Parking=== ==See== * {{see | name=Saint Andrew church | alt= Église Saint-André de Montolieu | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3580911 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Among the highlights are two medieval statues of the Virgin and Child. One, made of polychrome wood, stands above the door, beneath the entrance porch. The other, a large statue carved from limestone, has recently been restored and will soon be placed in its permanent alcove inside the church. Numerous sculptures and several antique paintings adorn the walls of the nave and chapels. The painting of the Archangel Saint Michael, depicted in aerial combat with the devil, is full of movement. The high altar is made of marble. }} * {{see | name=Museum of Arts and Crafts of the Book | alt= Musée des Arts et Métiers du Livre | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3330443 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=The museum traces the history of the book from the birth of writing to the advent of printing: the origins of writing, from pictograms to alphabets, including cuneiform and ideographic script; the history of various materials: clay tablets of Sumerian accountants, papyrus of Egyptian scribes, parchment of copyist monks, and paper; the adventure of printing, from movable lead type invented by Gutenberg to type-casting machines, from hand presses to rotary presses; and the techniques and tools of bookbinders and engravers. The museum also offers an exploration of printmaking and printing today. }} ===Itineraries=== ==Do== ===Events=== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=La Rencontre | alt= | url=https://www.larencontre-montolieu.fr | email=larencontre.ft@gmail.com | address=6, Place du Tilleul, | lat= 43.30934| long= 2.21557| directions= | phone=+33 4 68 24 85 12| tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chapters | alt= | url= | email=info@restaurantchapters.fr | address=5 rue de la Mairie | lat=43.31000 | long=2.21470 | directions= | phone=+33 4 30 34 05 66 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{eat | name= Apostrophe | alt= | url=https://www.apostrophe-hotel.fr | email= contact@apostrophe-hotel.fr | address=12 Rue des Pyrénées | lat=43.30872 | long=2.21750 | directions= | phone= +33 4 68 24 80 18 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Thé and Co | alt= | url= https://www.casquetteetchapeau.fr/| email= | address=3 Place Jean Guéhenno | lat= 43.31154| long=2.21510 | directions= | phone= +33 4 30 18 83 00 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Casquette et Châpeau | alt= | url=https://www.casquetteetchapeau.fr | email=casquetteetchapeau@gmail.com | address=2 place de la Liberté | lat=43.31049 | long=2.21425 | directions= | phone=+33 4 68 24 76 72 | tollfree= | hours=We-Su 12:00-13:30,19:00-20:30 | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ===Typical dishes=== ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name= Apostrophe | alt= | url=https://www.apostrophe-hotel.fr | email= contact@apostrophe-hotel.fr | address=12 Rue des Pyrénées | lat=43.30872 | long=2.21750 | directions= | phone= +33 4 68 24 80 18 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=La Manufacture Royale | alt= | url=https://www.la-manufacture-royale.fr/ | email= contact@la-manufacture-royale.fr | address=16 Impasse de la Manufacture | lat=43.30831| long= 2.21786| directions= | phone= +33 6 32 85 17 85 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Château De Villeneuve | alt= | url=https://www.chateauvilleneuve.com/fr | email= info@chateauvilleneuve.com | address=600 chemin de Villeneuve | lat=43.32967| long=2.20548 | directions= | phone=+33 6 7090 9121 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ===Camping=== * {{sleep | name=Camping*** de Montolieu | alt= | url=https://www.campingdemontolieu.com/ | email=campingdemontolieu@gmail.com | address=775 route de Carcassonne | lat= 43.29798 | long=2.22216 | directions= | phone= +33 4 68 76 95 01 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo||}} 8do8wy77b6w99vbq2ha872kq6yhxn4k 3 208507 5328698 5327167 2026-08-15T08:25:44Z ArchiverBot 469122 Bot: Archiving 1 thread from [[User talk:SHB2000]] (ARCHIVE FULL) 5328698 wikitext text/x-wiki {| style="width: 100%; border: 1px solid #060; background: #dfd; color: black; margin-top: 2px; margin-bottom: 2px;" |- | style="width: 20%; text-align:left; font-size: 90%" | ← [[User talk:SHB2000/Archive 2025|2025]] | style="text-align: center" | '''Archives for 2026''' | style="width: 20%; text-align:right; font-size: 90%" | ([[User talk:SHB2000/Archive {{CURRENTYEAR}}|current]]) [[User talk:SHB2000/Archive 2027|2027]] → |} {{talkarchive}} ---- == Marker == The module already add an anchor, why you added it in the template as well? [[User:Andyrom75|<span style="color:#BB0000; font-family:Papyrus; font-size:12px">'''Andyrom75'''</span>]] ([[User talk:Andyrom75|talk]]) 18:20, 18 December 2025 (UTC) :Just understood that you want a second anchor with Wikidata instance, instead of listing name. In this case I can centralize it in the module. :That said, I wouldn't incentivate the use of any of those anchors, because a listing can be deleted and there's not wiki-native tool to check if an anchor target exist or not. [[User:Andyrom75|<span style="color:#BB0000; font-family:Papyrus; font-size:12px">'''Andyrom75'''</span>]] ([[User talk:Andyrom75|talk]]) 16:56, 19 December 2025 (UTC) ::Is this about allowing linking listings instead of just the page where the listing is supposed to be? I think that's a very important feature. Landing on a page without the listing is frustrating, as is having to search for the listing, which may be named differently from on the linking page. If you end up at the top of the page despite an anchor in the URL, you know that there has been a change. If you didn't have an anchor, you don't know whether the listing ever was there. ::I think it is useful to have anchors for all of name, alt and wikidata id. Name and alt are often swapped and they may be edited (for several reasons), while the wikidata id is somewhat obscure (and there may be no wikidata item for the place). ::–[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 13:13, 22 December 2025 (UTC) == Tech News: 2025-52 == <section begin="technews-2025-W52" /><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2025/52|Translations]] are available. 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[[User:Nvdtn19|Nvdtn19]] ([[User talk:Nvdtn19|talk]]) 14:14, 21 December 2025 (UTC) :Probs should, but I’m afk on the other side of the world. <span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 15:14, 23 December 2025 (UTC) == ''This Month in GLAM'': December 2025 == {| style="width:100%;" | valign="top" align="center" style="border:1px gray solid; padding:1em;" | {| align="center" |- | style="text-align: center;" | [[File:This Month in GLAM logo 2018.png|350px|center|link=outreach:GLAM/Newsletter]]<br /> <hr /> <div style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;">[[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025|<span style="color:darkslategray;">This Month in GLAM – Volume XV, Issue XII, December 2025</span>]]</div> <hr /><br /> |- style="text-align: center;" | <span style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman;"> '''<u>Headlines</u>'''</span> |- style="font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;" | <div style="text-align:left; column-count:2; column-width:28em; vertical-align:top;"> * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/From the team|From the team]]: Global GLAM Calls Continue in 2026 * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Albania report|Albania report]]: Wikimedian in Residence, 2025, in Elbasan Albania * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Argentina report|Argentina report]]: Resume of the year * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Australia report|Australia report]]: AMaGA partnership, signing the Open Heritage Statement and South Australian Museum Partner Project * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Belgium report|Belgium report]]: Public Domain Day 2026, Circus Heritage and Fosdem * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Colombia report|Colombia report]]: Preparándonos para celebrar el día del dominio público - Getting ready for the Public Domain Day celebration * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Italy report|Italy report]]: Exploring Italy and Unlocking Its Heritage: Touring Club Italiano and GLAM Call 2026–2028 * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/New Zealand report|New Zealand report]]: ASBS 2025 Conference follow-up Wiki webinar & Auckland Museum student update * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Poland report|Poland report]]: Public Domain, Conferences, and Conversations on Open Culture * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Switzerland report|Switzerland report]]: GLAM on Tour Bellinzona, Xmas Event, GLAM Wiki Group * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/UK report|UK report]]: 2025 in review * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/USA report|USA report]]: December meetings * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Public Domain Day report|Public Domain Day report]]: Public Domain Day 2026 * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Biodiversity Heritage Library report|Biodiversity Heritage Library report]]: Updates on work by BHLWiki Working Group members * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Memory of the World report|Memory of the World report]]: 2025 in review * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Contents/Events|Calendar]]: January's GLAM events </div> |- | style="font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter|Read this edition in full]] &bull; [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/December 2025/Single|Single-page]] |- | valign="top" colspan="2" style="padding:0.5em; font-family:Times New Roman;text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | To assist with preparing the newsletter, please visit the [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/Newsroom|newsroom]]. 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'''Weekly highlight''' * The Wikimedia Foundation has shared some guiding questions for the July 2026–June 2027 Annual Plan on [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia Foundation Annual Plan/2026-2027/Product & Technology OKRs|Meta]] and ''[[diffblog:2025/12/10/shaping-wikimedia-foundations-2026-2027-annual-goals-key-questions-for-the-wikimedia-movement/|Diff]]''. These focus on global trends, faster and healthier experimentation, better support for newcomers, strengthening editors and advanced users, improving collaboration across projects, and growing and retaining readership. Feedback and ideas are welcome on the [[m:Talk:Wikimedia Foundation Annual Plan/2026-2027|talk page]]. '''Updates for editors''' * As part of the current work of Community Tech team on the [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Community Wishlist/W372|Multiple watchlists]] project, the display of [[Special:EditWatchlist|EditWatchlist]] will be updated as a first step towards multiple watchlists. 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[https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T412505][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T287929][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T262768][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T414135] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:32}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:32|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, the previously observed issue in Vector 2022, where anchor link targets were obscured by the sticky header, has now been addressed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T406114] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * As mentioned in the [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2025/44|October 2025 deprecation announcement]], MediaWiki Interfaces team will begin sunsetting all transform endpoints containing a trailing slash from the MediaWiki REST API the week of January 26. Changes are expected to roll out to all wikis on or before January 30th. 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It includes updates on the legacy full-graph endpoint decommissioning, the User-Agent policy change, the monthly Blazegraph migration office hours, and efforts to reduce regressions caused by the legacy endpoint shutdown. As a reminder, you can [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Global message delivery/Targets/WDP team updates|subscribe to the WDP newsletter]]! * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.12|MediaWiki]] '''Meetings and events''' * The [[mw:Wikimedia Hackathon Northwestern Europe 2026|Wikimedia Hackathon Northwestern Europe 2026]] will take place on 13-14 March 2026 in Arnhem, the Netherlands. Applications opened mid-December and will close soon or when capacity is reached. It's a two-day, technically oriented hackathon bringing together Wikimedians from the region. Hope to see you there! 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But I noticed you (by mistake probably) moved the discussion for [[Filipino cuisine]] to the archive instead of that of [[Tagalog phrasebook]] which we feature now. So I moved the discussion of the latter to the article and returned Filipino cuisine to the discussion page. [[User:Ypsilon|Ypsilon]] ([[User talk:Ypsilon|talk]]) 17:30, 21 January 2026 (UTC) :omg thanks for noticing that! Yeah I must've overlooked that, good pickup. :) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:49, 21 January 2026 (UTC) == Tech News: 2026-05 == <section begin="technews-2026-W05"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/05|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * Wikimedia Foundation invites comments on [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Product and Technology Advisory Council/Year1 Reflections and Proposed Way Forward 2026 Update|proposed future]] of the [[:m:Special:MyLanguage/Product and Technology Advisory Council|Product and Technology Advisory Council]] until 28 February. * All users with registered accounts can now use passkeys for [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Two-factor authentication|two-factor authentication]] (2FA). Passkeys are a simple way to log in without using a second device. They verify the user's identity using a fingerprint, face scan, or a PIN code. To set up a passkey, first set up a regular 2FA method. Currently, to log in with a passkey, users must also use a password. Later this quarter, passwordless login will allow users to log in with a single click and a passkey. Users with advanced rights will also be required to have 2FA enabled. This is part of the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Product Safety and Integrity/Account Security|Account Security]] project. * Unregistered contributors on blocked IPs or blocked IP ranges can now interact on-wiki to appeal a block by creating a temporary account to appeal a block on the user talk page, unless the "prevent this user from editing their own talk page" is enabled. This solves the problem of logged-out users unable to use the default unblock process via user talk page. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T398673] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:20}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:20|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, the Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) methods description on the management page has been updated. It is now clearer and easier for users to understand and make use of. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T332385] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * A new AbuseFilter variable, <code>account_type</code>, has been added to provide a reliable way to determine the account type being created in the <code>createaccount</code> and <code>autocreateaccount</code> actions. As part of this change, the variable <code>accountname</code> has been renamed to <code>account_name</code>, and <code>accountname</code> is now deprecated. Edit filter managers should update any filters that use hardcoded account type checks or the deprecated variable. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T414049] * Image thumbnails that are requested in non-standard sizes, and using non-standard methods such as direct requests to <code dir=ltr><nowiki>upload.wikimedia.org/…</nowiki></code> will stop working in the near future. This change is to prevent ongoing external abuse by web-scrapers and bots. 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color:#00A7E2; font-size:2.9em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">This Month in Education</span> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:1.4em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> Volume 15 • Issue 1 • January 2026</span> <div style="border-top:1px solid #a2a9b1; border-bottom:1px solid #a2a9b1; padding:0.5em; font-size:larger; margin-bottom:0.2em">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/January 2026|Contents]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/January 2026/Headlines|Headlines]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe]]</div> <div style="color:white; font-size:1.8em; font-family:Montserrat; background:#92BFB1;">In This Issue</div></div> <div style="text-align: left; column-count: 2; column-width: 35em;"> * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Strengthening Wikimedia Education and Digital Literacy in 2026|Strengthening Wikimedia Education and Digital Literacy in 2026]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Dzongkha Wikipedia Education Program in Bhutan|Dzongkha Wikipedia Education Program in Bhutan]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Wikipedia Education Program - Train The Trainer in Nepal|Wikipedia Education Program – Train The Trainer in Nepal]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Wikipedia 25 celebration in the Igbo Wiki Fan Club Alvan and IMSU|Wikipedia 25 celebration in the Igbo Wiki Fan Club Alvan and IMSU]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/CBSUA boosts Open Knowledge and Local Culture through expanded Wiki Education Program|CBSUA boosts Open Knowledge and Local Culture through expanded Wiki Education Program]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/WikiChallenge African Schools: Young voices, real impact, and continued (reasonable) growth|WikiChallenge African Schools: Young voices, real impact, and continued (reasonable) growth]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Updates on Auckland Museum Summer Student Programme|Updates on Auckland Museum Summer Student Programme]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Stronger and bolder Wikiforhumanrights 2025 in Anambra Network|Stronger and bolder Wikiforhumanrights 2025 in Anambra Network]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Official Opening of IFAK Secondary School Wiki Club: Engaging Youth in Learning Through Open Knowledge|Official Opening of IFAK Secondary School Wiki Club: Engaging Youth in Learning Through Open Knowledge]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Greetings from the Jeronim de Rada WikiClub in Elbasan, Albania, for Christmas 2025|Greetings from the Jeronim de Rada WikiClub in Elbasan, Albania, for Christmas 2025]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Great and productive final activities of 2025 Wikimedia MKD education programme|Great and productive final activities of 2025 Wikimedia MKD education programme]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/Envisioning an Open Future together - WikiForAll|Envisioning an Open Future together – WikiForAll]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/A look back: reviewing the main education activities in Brazil in 2025|A look back: reviewing the main education activities in Brazil in 2025]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/A 147-Year-Old Institution Celebrates 25 Years of Wikipedia: St Aloysius University and the Spirit of Open Knowledge|A 147-Year-Old Institution Celebrates 25 Years of Wikipedia: St Aloysius University and the Spirit of Open Knowledge]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/January 2026/¡Celebrando 25 años de conocimiento libre! 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Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/06|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * The "{{int:pageinfo-toolboxlink}}" feature, which gives validating information about a page ([{{fullurl:{{FULLPAGENAME}}|action=info}} example]), now automatically includes a table of contents. If there is a local [[{{ns:8}}:Pageinfo-header]] page created by individual users, it can now be removed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T363726] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:21}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:21|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, VisualEditor previously added bold or italic formatting inside link descriptions, making the wikicode complex. This has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T409669] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * There was no XML dump on 20 January. Additionally, from now on, dumps will be generated once per month only. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T414389] * The MediaWiki Interfaces team removed support for all transform endpoints containing a trailing slash from the [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/API:REST%20API MediaWiki REST API]. All API users currently calling those endpoints are encouraged to transition to the non-trailing slash versions. 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Feedback and ideas are welcome on the [[m:Talk:Wikimedia Foundation Annual Plan/2026-2027|talk page]]. '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/06|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W06"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 17:44, 2 February 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30000986 --> == See vs do? == # Is a beach a "see" or a "do"? # Is there a page anywhere that explains what's a "see" and what's a "do" ? <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 21:09, 8 February 2026 (UTC) #:Hey {{u|Purplebackpack89}}, for your first question I would say it all depends on what the beach is known for. If the beach is known for its natural beauty, then I'd put it in see; if it's for recreation / swimming, then I'd put it in do. There's no hard and fast rule on this, though, so whatever you think works will work. :) #:For the second one, I think you'd be looking at [[WV:ABC]]. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:25, 8 February 2026 (UTC) #:: Yes. If some beaches are useful to take a look at the sea and others for spending an afternoon, you may still want to have them in the same section. It's a judgement call. There are short discussions in the article templates ([[Wikivoyage:Big city article template]] & co) and I believe a more thorough one somewhere – I don't find it now. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 21:33, 8 February 2026 (UTC) #:::I don't remember there being any thorough discussion on this (though I might be forgetting) – the topic of beaches hasn't really come up much on this site. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:41, 8 February 2026 (UTC) #::::No, but we have discussed other POIs, and I believe we have written guidance on some page. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 21:47, 8 February 2026 (UTC) #:::::Ah, right, I get what you mean now. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:51, 8 February 2026 (UTC) #::::::Maybe it's just me, but I'm as confused as before lol. My apologies. <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 01:12, 9 February 2026 (UTC) #:::::::tldr really is just trust your instinct and judgment – there's no hard and fast rule on this site. :) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 02:51, 9 February 2026 (UTC) == Tech News: 2026-07 == <section begin="technews-2026-W07"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/07|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * [[File:Maki-gift-15.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Wishlist item]] Logged-in contributors who manage large or complex watchlists can now organise and filter watched pages in ways that improve their workflows with the new [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Watchlist labels|Watchlist labels]] feature. By adding custom labels (for example: pages you created, pages being monitored for vandalism, or discussion pages) users can more quickly identify what needs attention, reduce cognitive load, and respond more efficiently. This improves watchlist usability, especially for highly active editors. * A new feature available on [[Special:Contributions|Special:Contributions]] shows [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Trust and Safety Product/Temporary Accounts|temporary accounts]] that are likely operated by the same person, and so makes patrolling less time-consuming. Upon checking contributions of a temporary account, users with access to temporary account IP addresses can now see a view of contributions from the related temporary accounts. The feature looks up all the IPs associated with a given temporary account within the data retention period and shows all the contributions of all temporary accounts that have used these IPs. [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Trust and Safety Product/Temporary Accounts#February 2026: Improvements to the patroller tooling|Learn more]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T415674] * When editors preview a wikitext edit, the reminder box that they are only seeing a preview (which is shown at the top), now has a grey/neutral background instead of a yellow/warning background. This makes it easier to distinguish preview notes from actual warnings (for example, edit conflicts or problematic redirect targets), which will now be shown in separate warning or error boxes. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T414742] * The [[m:Special:GlobalWatchlist|Global Watchlist]] lets you view your watchlists from multiple wikis on one page. The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:GlobalWatchlist|extension]] continues to improve — it now properly supports more than one Wikibase site, for example both [[d:|Wikidata]] and [[testwikidata:|testwikidata]]. In addition, issues regarding text direction have been fixed for users who prefer Wikidata or other Wikibase sites in right-to-left (RTL) languages. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T415440][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T415458] * The automatic "magic links" for ISBN, RFC, and PMID numbers have been [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Magic links|deprecated in wikitext since 2021]] due to inflexibility and difficulties with localization. Several wikis have successfully replaced RFC and PMID magic links with equivalent external links, but a template was often required to replace the functionality of the ISBN magic link. There is now a new [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Magic words#isbn|built-in parser function]] <code dir=ltr><nowiki>{{#isbn}}</nowiki></code> available to replace the basic functionality of the ISBN magic link. This makes it easier for wikis who wish to migrate off of the deprecated magic link functionality to do so. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T145604] * Two new wikis have been created: ** a {{int:project-localized-name-group-wikipedia}} in [[d:Q35401|Jju]] ([[w:kaj:|<code>w:kaj:</code>]]) [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T413283] ** a {{int:project-localized-name-group-wikipedia}} in [[d:Q1186896|Nawat]] ([[w:ppl:|<code>w:ppl:</code>]]) [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T413273] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:23}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:23|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. '''Updates for technical contributors''' * A new global user group has been created: [[{{int:grouppage-local-bot}}|{{int:group-local-bot}}]]. It will be used internally by the software to allow community bots to bypass rate limits that are applied to abusive [[w:en:Web scraping|web scrapers]]. Accounts that are approved as bots on at least one Wikimedia wiki will be automatically added to this group. It will not change what user permissions the bot has. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T415588] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.15|MediaWiki]] '''Meetings and events''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/MediaWiki Users and Developers Conference Spring 2026|MediaWiki Users and Developers Conference, Spring 2026]] will be held March 25–27 in Salt Lake City, USA. This event is organized by and for the third-party MediaWiki community. You can propose sessions and register to attend. [https://lists.wikimedia.org/hyperkitty/list/wikitech-l@lists.wikimedia.org/thread/AZBWVI46SDEB65PGR5J6E4TYOQQEZXM7/] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/07|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W07"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 23:31, 9 February 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:Quiddity (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30026671 --> == ''This Month in GLAM'': January 2026 == {| style="width:100%;" | valign="top" align="center" style="border:1px gray solid; padding:1em;" | {| align="center" |- | style="text-align: center;" | [[File:This Month in GLAM logo 2018.png|350px|center|link=outreach:GLAM/Newsletter]]<br /> <hr /> <div style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;">[[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026|<span style="color:darkslategray;">This Month in GLAM – Volume XVI, Issue I, January 2026</span>]]</div> <hr /><br /> |- style="text-align: center;" | <span style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman;"> '''<u>Headlines</u>'''</span> |- style="font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;" | <div style="text-align:left; column-count:2; column-width:28em; vertical-align:top;"> * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/From the team|From the team]]: Wikipedia at 25 * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Aruba report|Aruba report]]: Pap-Wikipedia Turns 20: A Milestone for Papiamento/u Knowledge * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Colombia report|Colombia report]]: Celebrando el día del dominio público 2026/Celebrating the public domain day 2026 * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/France report|France report]]: Wikipedia's Birthday in France * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Germany report|Germany report]]: Gifted by our friends: Loads of presents for Wikipedia25 by German and Austrian GLAMs * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Indonesia report|Indonesia report]]: Activities in December-January * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Italy report|Italy report]]: Knowledge in action: Barindelli collection and Wikipedia 25 * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Netherlands report|Netherlands report]]: Image donation Dutch Book History * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/New Zealand report|New Zealand report]]: Auckland Museum Student Edit-a-thon, the NZBSI Wikimedian in Residence project, and other residencies * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Macedonia report|North Macedonia report]]: GLAM Program of Wikimedia MKD – 2026 Overview * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Poland report|Poland report]]: Explore Historic Portraits from the Museum of Photography in Kraków * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Serbia report|Serbia report]]: January in Wikimedia Serbia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Switzerland report|Switzerland report]]: Museum in Chiasso, Alpine Museum, Women Monuments * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/UK report|UK report]]: Sharing more of the Enamels of the World * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Biodiversity Heritage Library report|Biodiversity Heritage Library report]]: Updates on work by BHLWiki Working Group members * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Map the GLAM report|Map the GLAM report]]: Wiki and GLAM: Harnessing Knowledge to Foster Gender Equality * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Memory of the World report|Memory of the World report]]: Manuscripts on Arabic Wikipedia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Wikidata report|Wikidata report]]: Two key Wikidata Requests for Comments, relevant for future GLAM-Wiki work * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Contents/Events|Calendar]]: February's GLAM events </div> |- | style="font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter|Read this edition in full]] &bull; [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/January 2026/Single|Single-page]] |- | valign="top" colspan="2" style="padding:0.5em; font-family:Times New Roman;text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | To assist with preparing the newsletter, please visit the [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/Newsroom|newsroom]]. 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'''Weekly highlight''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia Site Reliability Engineering|SRE Team]] will be performing a cleanup of Wikimedia's [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Etherpad|Etherpad]] instance, the web-based editor for real-time collaborative document editing. All pads will be permanently deleted after 30 April, 2026 – if there are still migration projects in progress at that point the team can revisit the date on a case by case basis. Please create local backups of any content you wish to keep, as deleted data cannot be recovered. This cleanup helps reduce database size and minimize infrastructure footprint. Etherpad will continue to support real-time collaboration, but long-term storage should not be expected. Additional cleanups may occur in the future without prior notice. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T415237] '''Updates for editors''' * The Information Retrieval team will be launching an [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Information Retrieval/Phase 1|Android mobile app experiment]] that tests hybrid search capabilities which can handle both semantic and keyword queries. The improvement of on-platform search will enable readers to find what they’re looking for directly on Wikipedia more easily. The experiment will first be launched on Greek Wikipedia in late February, followed by English, French, and Portuguese in March. [https://diff.wikimedia.org/2026/01/08/semantic-search-making-it-easier-to-find-the-information-readers-want/ Read more] on Diff blog. [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Readers/Information_Retrieval] * The Reader Growth team will run [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Growth/WE3.10.2 Mobile Table of Contents|an experiment]] for mobile web users, that adds a table of contents and automatically expands all article sections, to learn more about navigation issues they face. The test will be available on Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Indonesian, and Vietnamese Wikipedias. * Previously, site notices ([[{{ns:8}}:Sitenotice]] and [[{{ns:8}}:Anonnotice]]) would only render on the desktop site. Now, they will render on all platforms. Users on mobile web will now see these notices and be informed. Site administrators should be prepared to test and fix notices on mobile devices to avoid interference with articles. To opt out, interface admins can add <code dir="ltr">#siteNotice { display: none; }</code> to [[{{ns:8}}:Minerva.css]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T138572][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T416644] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:19}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:19|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue on [[Special:RecentChanges|Special:RecentChanges]] has been fixed. Previously, clicking hide in the active filters caused the "view new changes since…" button to disappear, though it should have remained visible. The button now behaves as expected. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T406339] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * New documentation is now available to help editors debug on-site search features. It supports troubleshooting when pages do not appear in results, when ranking seems unexpected, and when you need to inspect what content is being indexed, helping make search behavior easier to understand and analyze. [[mw:Help:CirrusSearch/Debug|Learn more]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T411169] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.16|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/08|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W08"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 19:17, 16 February 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30086330 --> == ''The Signpost'': 17 February 2026 == <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin-top:10px; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">[[File:WikipediaSignpostIcon.svg|40px|right]] ''News, reports and features from the English Wikipedia's newspaper''</div> <div style="column-count:2;"> * In the media: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/In the media|Global powers see Wikipedia as fundamental target for manipulation]] * News and notes: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/News and notes|Discussions open for the next WMF Annual Plan]] * Serendipity: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/Serendipity|Maintenance crews continue to slog through Wikipedia's oldest Featured Articles]] * Disinformation report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/Disinformation report|Epstein's obsessions]] * Technology report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/Technology report|Wikidata Graph Split and how we address major challenges]] * Traffic report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/Traffic report|Deaths, killings, films, and the Olympics]] * Opinion: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/Opinion|Incoming Incurables]] * Crossword: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/Crossword|Pop quiz]] * Comix: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-02-17/Comix|herculean]] </div> <div style="margin-top:10px; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">'''[[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost|Read this Signpost in full]]''' · [[w:en:Wikipedia:Signpost/Single|Single-page]] · [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Signpost|Unsubscribe]] · [[m:Global message delivery|Global message delivery]] 08:03, 17 February 2026 (UTC) <!-- Sent via script ([[w:en:User:JPxG/SPS]]) --></div> <!-- Message sent by User:JPxG@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Signpost&oldid=30039447 --> == Archive links == I think you might be interested in [[m:Archive.today incident]]. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 03:54, 23 February 2026 (UTC) :Interesting, thanks for the link – I've vaguely heard about this issue in passing conversations, but I didn't really expect this issue to be ''this'' bad (and thank goodness we don't actively use archive urls unless absolutely necessary here for that to significantly impact this project :)). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 03:58, 23 February 2026 (UTC) ::Yes, this project's in pretty good shape, though a quick check through all the various .tld variations would be warranted. [[Special:LinkSearch]] shows that there's one on a User: page. Do we care about talk pages? [[Purchasing a kimono]] has a lot of archived links, but mostly to the Internet Archive's Wayback Machine. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 04:12, 23 February 2026 (UTC) :::BTW, I would not be surprised if this ends up on the global blacklist. AFAIK no such discussion has even started, and probably not until most of the clean-up work is done, but sentiments are running high. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 04:14, 23 February 2026 (UTC) ::::Easily – I expect a global RfC to be started ''sometime'', and I also expect that to garner plenty of opposes; I still think most people will be supportive of that idea as this isn't an issue that targets a specific project. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:17, 23 February 2026 (UTC) :::I think user pages and talk pages are fine (if they were already present), though not a bad idea to add it to our local blacklist (or maybe a public abuse filter). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:16, 23 February 2026 (UTC) ::::btw I've created [[Special:AbuseFilter/89]] (public filter), though set to tag only. I think it should eventually be set to disallow (plus the fact that we don't normally use archive links), but we'd probably need more community input for that. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:30, 23 February 2026 (UTC) == Tech News: 2026-09 == <section begin="technews-2026-W09"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/09|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Edit check/Reference Check|Reference Check]] has been deployed to English Wikipedia, completing its rollout across all Wikipedias. The feature prompts newcomers to add a citation before publishing new content, helping reduce common citation-related reverts and improve verifiability. In A/B testing, the impact was substantial: newcomers shown Reference Check were approximately 2.2 times more likely to include a reference on desktop and about 17.5 times more likely on mobile web. [https://analytics.wikimedia.org/published/reports/editing/reference_check_ab_test_report_final_2025.html] '''Updates for editors''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:InterwikiSorting|InterwikiSorting extension]], which allowed for the [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Interwiki sorting order|sorting of interwiki links]], has been undeployed from Wikipedia. As a result, editors who had enabled interwiki link sorting in non-compact mode (full list format) will now see links reordered. The links moving forward will be listed in the alphabetical order of language code. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T253764] * Later this week, people who are editing a page-section using the mobile visual editor, will notice a new "Edit full page" button. When tapped, you will be able to edit the entire article. This helps when the change you want to make is outside the section you initially opened. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T387175][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T409112] * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience|The Reader Experience team]] is inviting editors to assess whether dark mode should still be considered "beta" on their wiki, based on their experience of how well it functions on desktop and mobile. If the feature is deemed mature, editors can update the interface messages in <code dir=ltr>MediaWiki:skin-theme-description</code> and <code dir=ltr>MediaWiki:Vector-night-mode-beta-tag</code> to indicate that dark mode is ready and no longer considered beta. * The improved [[mw:Wikimedia_Apps/Team/iOS/Activity_Tab|Activity tab]] which displays user-insights is now available to all users of the Wikipedia iOS app (version 7.9.0 and later). Following earlier A/B testing that showed higher account creation among users with access to the feature, it has been rolled out to 100% of users along with some updates. The Activity tab now shows your edited articles in the timeline, offers editing impact insights like contribution counts and article view trends, and customization options to improve in-app experience for users. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:21}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:21|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, a bug that prevented [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:DiscussionTools|DiscussionTools]] from working on mobile has now been fixed, restoring full functionality. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T415303] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * The [[m:Special:GlobalWatchlist|Global Watchlist]] lets you view your watchlists from multiple wikis on one page. The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:GlobalWatchlist|extension]] that makes this possible continues to improve. The latest upgrade is the inclusion of a [[mw:Extension:GlobalWatchlist#hook|new hook]], <code dir=ltr>ext.globalwatchlist.rebuild</code>, which fires after each watchlist rebuild. This allows you to run gadgets and user scripts for the Special page. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T275159] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.17|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/09|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W09"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 19:04, 23 February 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30119102 --> == WV Server administrator == Hi @[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]]. By any chance, do you know who I could contact regarding changes to the server configuration? I'd like to [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Manual:Configuring_file_uploads allow uploading .json files], which is done in LocalSettings.php. Maybe it's global/the same for all wikipedia projects, in which case it's not possible I guess. Cheers, -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 14:19, 27 February 2026 (UTC) :Do you need to upload them locally? Changing the settings will require some local discussion before submitting for approval. Otherwise, see [[:c:Commons:File types#Data files]]. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 14:47, 27 February 2026 (UTC) ::Basically I "need" database of POIs we have around here, and it's about 6MB (compressed), something like [[User:Andree.sk/Listings0.js]]. It can be almost any format, I could probably hack it and put (=hide) it into a big-ish JPEG file, but I think it would be better to make it not obscure :-) Putting it on wiki commons doesn't seem like a good fit, noone would probably need this for anything outside WV... Also, I foresee, if this catches on, it'd be updated e.g. monthly. So keeping it in the main space as a 'regular article' also isn't the best idea. -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 16:36, 27 February 2026 (UTC) :::I think it should be discussed in the Pub, although few will have any clear opinion on it. Of course, having people at Commons discuss our jsons is less than ideal. Probably the same configuration as on Commons would suit us (perhaps with more limited upload access), but does anybody know how the Commons data namespace works? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 17:36, 27 February 2026 (UTC) ::::Another problem is that, I think, ultimately (if the feature works + is voted for) write access to the respective data "file" would have to be limited (e.g. to our interface admins)... So that, too, wouldn't probably work with Commons. -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:02, 27 February 2026 (UTC) ::::Yeah I think so too – I'm not really familiar with .json file uploads, unfortunately. {{ping|WhatamIdoing|Andyrom75|Jdlrobson}} might have a better insight than me. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 18:43, 27 February 2026 (UTC) :::::My experience with JSON is limited to knowing that the formatting is very, very picky. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:49, 28 February 2026 (UTC) ::::::I personally would recommend uploading to Commons. It has support for editing JSON already (via associated gadgets) and is likely to continue doing so in future. If it was to be enabled here a lot of that tooling would need to be ported over and maintained. Given the limited resources in this community in the technical space I think commons would be the path of least resistance. Also production issues relating to large JSONs are likely to be better prioritized. ::::::If you encounter pushback from the commons community it would be helpful to understand what specific pushback you are getting. ::::::Just my 2 cents. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 05:46, 2 March 2026 (UTC) :::::::Ah I just saw your note about limiting to interface admins. What is this 6mb going to be used for? Where does it get loaded? How is it going to be generated? [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 05:56, 2 March 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]], if all you need is a config change, then see [[m:Requesting wiki configuration changes]] for the process. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 20:14, 28 February 2026 (UTC) == Tech News: 2026-10 == <section begin="technews-2026-W10"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/10|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * Wikipedia 25 [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikipedia 25/Easter egg experiments|Birthday mode]] is now live on Betawi, Breton, Chinese, Czech, Dutch, English, French, Gorontalo, Indonesian, Italian, Luxembourgish, Madurese, Sicilian, Spanish, Thai, and Vietnamese Wikipedias! This limited-time campaign feature celebrates 25 years of Wikipedia with a birthday mascot, Baby Globe. When turned on, Baby Globe is shown on [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikipedia 25/Easter egg experiments/article configuration|~2,500 articles]], waiting to be discovered by readers. Communities can choose to turn Birthday mode on by getting consensus from their community and asking an admin to enable the feature and customize it via [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikipedia 25/Easter egg experiments#Community Configuration Demo|community configuration]] on the local wiki. '''Updates for editors''' * [[:m:Special:MyLanguage/WMDE Technical Wishes/Sub-referencing|Sub-referencing]], a new feature to re-use references with different details has been released to Swedish Wikipedia, Polish Wikipedia and [[:phab:T418209|a couple of other wikis]]. You can [[:m:Special:MyLanguage/WMDE Technical Wishes/Sub-referencing#test|try the feature]] on these projects or on testwiki and [https://en.wikipedia.beta.wmcloud.org/wiki/Sub-referencing betawiki]. Learnings from the first pilot wiki German Wikipedia have been [[:m:Special:MyLanguage/WMDE Technical Wishes/Sub-referencing/Learnings|published in a report]]. Reach out to the Wikimedia Deutschland team if you are [[:m:Talk:WMDE Technical Wishes/Sub-referencing#Pilot wikis|interested in becoming a pilot wiki]]. * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Edit check#Paste check|Paste Check]] will become available at all Wikipedias this week. The feature prompts newcomers who are pasting text they are not likely to have written into VisualEditor to consider whether doing so risks a copyright violation. Paste Check [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Edit check/Tags|tags]] all edits where it is shown for potential review. Local administrators can configure various aspects of the feature via [[{{#special:EditChecks}}]]. [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Edit check/Paste Check#A/B Experiment|Research]] across 22 wikis found that Paste Check resulted in an 18% decrease in relative reverted-edits compared to the control group. Translators can [https://translatewiki.net/w/i.php?title=Special%3ATranslate&group=ext-visualeditor-ve-mw-editcheck&filter=&optional=1&action=translate help to localize] this and related features. * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience|Reader Experience team]] will be standardizing the user menu in the top right for all mobile users so that it is closer to the desktop experience. Currently this user menu is only visible to users with Advanced Mobile Controls (AMC) turned on. The only change is that a couple buttons previously in the left-side menu will move to the top right for users who do not have AMC turned on. This change is expected to go out March 9 and seeks to improve the user interface. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T413912] * Starting in the week of March 2, the emails sent out when an email address was added, removed, or changed for an account will switch to a substantially nicer and clearer HTML email from the prior plaintext one. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T410807] * Notifications are currently limited to 2,000 historic entries per user, and extend back to 2013 when the feature was released. This is going to be changed to only store Notifications from the last 5 years, but up to 10,000 of them. This will help with long-term infrastructure health and help to prevent more recent notifications from disappearing too soon. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T383948] * The [[m:Special:GlobalWatchlist|Global Watchlist]] which lets you view your watchlists from multiple wikis on a single page continues to see improvements. The latest update improves label usage experience. The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:GlobalWatchlist|extension]] now allows activating the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Language#Fallback languages|language fallback system]] for Wikidata items without labels in the viewed language, and showing those labels in the user’s preferred Wikidata language if no <code dir=ltr>uselang=</code> URL parameter is provided. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T373686][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T416111] * The Wikipedia Android team has started a beta test of [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Information Retrieval/Phase 1|hybrid search]] on Greek Wikipedia. Hybrid search capabilities can handle both semantic and keyword queries enabling readers to find what they’re looking for directly on Wikipedia more easily. * For security reasons, members of certain user groups are [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Mandatory two-factor authentication for users with some extended rights|required to have two-factor authentication]] (2FA) enabled. Currently, 2FA is required to use the group, but not to be a member of it. Given that this model still has some vulnerabilities, the situation will [[phab:T418580|gradually change in March]]. Members of these groups will be unable to disable last 2FA method on their account, and it will be impossible to add users without 2FA to these groups. Users will still be able to add new authentication methods or remove them, as long as at least one method is continuously enabled. In the second half of March, users without 2FA will be removed from these groups. This applies to: CentralNotice administrators, checkusers, interface administrators, suppressors, Wikidata staff, Wikifunctions staff, WMF Office IT and WMF Trust & Safety. Nothing will change for other users. See the linked task for deployment schedule. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T418580] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:27}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:27|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, the issue preventing users from creating an instance in [https://www.wikibase.cloud/ Wikibase.cloud] has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T416807] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * To help ensure [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/MediaWiki Product Insights/Responsible Reuse|fair use of infrastructure]], over the next month the Wikimedia Foundation will implement global API rate limits across our APIs. In early March, stricter limits will be applied to unidentified requests from outside Toolforge/WMCS and API requests that are made from web browsers. In April, higher limits will be applied to identified traffic. These limits are intentionally set as high as possible to minimise impact on the community. Bots running in Toolforge/WMCS or with the bot user right on any wiki should not be affected for now. However, all developers are advised to follow updated best practices. For more information, see [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits|Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits]]. * The Wikidata Query Service Linked Data Fragment (LDF) endpoint will be decommissioned in February. This endpoint served limited traffic, which was successfully migrated to other data access methods that were better suited to support existing use cases. The hardware used to support the LDF endpoint will be reallocated to support the ongoing backend migration efforts. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T415696] * The new Parsoid parser [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Parsoid/Parser Unification/Updates|continues to be deployed to additional wikis]], improving platform sustainability and making it easier to introduce new reading and editing features. Parsoid is now the default parser on 488 WMF wikis (268 Wikipedias), now covering more than 10% of all Wikipedia page views. * The process and criteria for [[Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia Enterprise#Access|requesting exceptional access]] to the high volume feed of the ''Wikimedia Enterprise'' APIs (at no cost for mission-aligned usecases), [[m:Talk:Wikimedia Enterprise#Exceptional access criteria|have now been published]]. This is to provide more thorough and clearer documentation for users. * [https://techblog.wikimedia.org/ Tech Blog], the blog dedicated to the Wikimedia technical community [https://techblog.wikimedia.org/2026/02/24/a-tech-blog-diff/ will be migrating] to [[diffblog:|Diff]], the community news and event blog. The migration should be complete in April 2026, after which new posts will be accepted for publishing. Readers will be able to access posts – old and new – on the landing page at https://diff.wikimedia.org/techblog. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.18|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/10|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W10"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 17:52, 2 March 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30137798 --> == This Month in Education: February 2026 == <div class="plainlinks" lang="en" dir="ltr"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:2.9em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">This Month in Education</span> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:1.4em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> Volume 15 • Issue 2 • February 2026</span> <div style="border-top:1px solid #a2a9b1; border-bottom:1px solid #a2a9b1; padding:0.5em; font-size:larger; margin-bottom:0.2em">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/February 2026|Contents]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/February 2026/Headlines|Headlines]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe]]</div> <div style="color:white; font-size:1.8em; font-family:Montserrat; background:#92BFB1;">In This Issue</div></div> <div style="text-align: left; column-count: 2; column-width: 35em;"> * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Cairo University Spanish Language Volunteers document Madrid’s Historic and Contemporary Palaces|Cairo University Spanish Language Volunteers document Madrid’s Historic and Contemporary Palaces]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Celebrating 25 Years of Wikipedia in Uzbekistan|Celebrating 25 Years of Wikipedia in Uzbekistan]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Encontro da Rede Latino Americana de Inteligência Artificial Feminista: construindo futuros possíveis|Meeting of the Latin American Network of Feminist Artificial Intelligence: building possible futures]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Farewelling the Auckland Museum Summer Students|Farewelling the Auckland Museum Summer Students]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Inclusive Climate Learning with Wikimedia Reaches Special School in Kumasi|Inclusive Climate Learning with Wikimedia Reaches Special School in Kumasi]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Introducing Wikimedia in Academic curriculum for students of higher education in universities of Telangana |Introducing Wikimedia in Academic curriculum for students of higher education in universities of Telangana]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Learning from Finland: Edit-a-thon on Finnish Education set to take place in Belgrade|Learning from Finland: Edit-a-thon on Finnish Education set to take place in Belgrade]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Library of IME-USP Workshop: Edits in History of Mathematics|Library of IME-USP Workshop: Edits in History of Mathematics]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/LitFest 2026: Room to Dream to amplify local voices across Wikimedia|LitFest 2026: Room to Dream to amplify local voices across Wikimedia]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/New online workshops for the German language Wikipedia|New online workshops for the German language Wikipedia]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Road to Wiki Cohort 1: Building India's Next Generation of Wikimedia Technical Contributors|Road to Wiki Cohort 1: Building India's Next Generation of Wikimedia Technical Contributors]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/The history of the Wikimedia movement in a Brazil: a book about stories and projects|The history of the Wikimedia movement in a Brazil: a book about stories and projects]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Wiki Club Federal Government Boys College Celebrates Mother Tongue Day|Wiki Club Federal Government Boys College Celebrates Mother Tongue Day]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Wiki Club Minalabac joins Freedom to Read 2026: One World, Many Languages|Wiki Club Minalabac joins Freedom to Read 2026: One World, Many Languages]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Wiki Love Folklore Photowalk at Khajuraho Dance Festival 2026|Wiki Love Folklore Photowalk at Khajuraho Dance Festival 2026]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Wiki Loves Fish Workshop Empowers Students to Document Coastal Biodiversity|Wiki Loves Fish Workshop Empowers Students to Document Coastal Biodiversity]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/WikiCendekia 2026: Insights from our training of admins in Indonesia|WikiCendekia 2026: Insights from our training of admins in Indonesia]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Wikimedia MKD's activities- new wiki club and a lots of new training workshops|Wikimedia MKD's activities- new wiki club and a lots of new training workshops]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/WikiPatrimoine Senghor : Valorisation du patrimoine culturel africain à l'Université Senghor|WikiPatrimoine Senghor : Valuation of African cultural heritage at the University Senghor]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/February 2026/Wikipedia Turns 25: Young Voices, Big Future|Wikipedia Turns 25: Young Voices, Big Future]] </div> <div style="margin-top:10px; text-align: center; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/About|About ''This Month in Education'']] · [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe/Unsubscribe]] · [[m:Special:MyLanguage/MassMessage|Global message delivery]] · For the team: [[:m:User:ZI Jony|ZI Jony]] 11:56, 3 March 2026 (UTC)</div> </div> <!-- Message sent by User:ZI Jony@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/This_Month_in_Education&oldid=30155806 --> == Middle East warning box == Hi, [[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]],<br> just on your warning box middle east, perchance could it be expanded to Lebanon, and Saudi Arabia (not on the top of the lead section) but in the Stay Safe section?<br>Thanks, :Hi, I think Lebanon honestly needs a separate warningbox (since it's affected by Israeli strikes as well), but Saudi could def do with the warningbox. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:28, 7 March 2026 (UTC) :Never mind, SA already has one. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:29, 7 March 2026 (UTC) == Tech News: 2026-11 == <section begin="technews-2026-W11"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/11|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/Server switch|All wikis will be read-only]] for a few minutes on Wednesday, 25 March 2026 at [https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1774450800 15:00 UTC]. This is for the datacenter server switchover backup tests, [[wikitech:Deployments/Yearly calendar|which happen twice a year]]. During the switchover, all Wikimedia website traffic is shifted from one primary data center to the backup data center to test availability and prevent service disruption even in emergencies. * Last week, all wikis had 2 hours of read-only time, and extended unavailability for user-scripts and gadgets. This was due to a security incident which has since been resolved. Work is ongoing to prevent re-occurrences. For current information please see the [[m:Steward's noticeboard#Statement on Meta about today's user script security incident|post on the Stewards' noticeboard]] ([[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia Foundation/Product and Technology/Product Safety and Integrity/March 2026 User Script Incident|translations]]). '''Updates for editors''' * Users facing multiple blocks on mobile will now see the reasons for each block separately, instead of a generic message. This helps them understand why they are blocked and what steps they can take to resolve the issue. For example, users affected for using common VPNs (such as [[Special:MyLanguage/Apple iCloud Private Relay|iCloud Private Relay]]) will receive clearer guidance on what they need to do to start editing again. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T357118] * Later this week, [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/VisualEditor/Suggestion Mode|Suggestion Mode]] will become available as a beta feature within the visual editor at all Wikipedias. This feature proactively suggests various types of actions that people can consider taking to improve Wikipedia articles, and learn about related guidelines. The feature is locally configurable, and can also be locally expanded with custom Suggestions. Current settings can be seen at [[Special:EditChecks]] and there are [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Suggestion mode#For administrators %E2%80%93 local customization|instructions for how administrators can customize]] the links to point to local guidelines. The feature is connected to [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Edit check|Edit check]] which suggests improvements while someone is writing new content. In the future, the Editing team plans to evaluate the feature's impact with newcomers through a controlled experiment. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T404600] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:23}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:23|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, the issue where the cursor became misaligned during the use of CodeMirror’s syntax highlighting, which makes wikitext and code easier to read, has now been fixed. This problem specifically affected users who defined a font rule in a custom stylesheet while creating a new topic with DiscussionTools. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T418793] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * API rate limiting update: To help ensure [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/MediaWiki Product Insights/Responsible Reuse|fair use of infrastructure]], global API rate limits will be applied this week to requests without a compliant User-Agent that originate from outside Toolforge/WMCS and to unauthenticated requests made from web browsers. Higher limits will be applied to identified traffic in April. Bots running in Toolforge/WMCS or with the bot user right on any wiki should not be affected for now. However, all developers are advised to follow updated best practices. For more information, see [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits|Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits]]. * The new GraphQL API has been released. The API was developed as a flexible alternative to select features of the Wikidata Query Service (WDQS), to improve developer experience and foster adaptability, and efficient data access. Try it out and [[d:Wikidata:Wikibase GraphQL#Feedback and development|give feedback]]. You can also [https://greatquestion.co/wikimediadeutschland/GraphQLAPI/apply sign up for usability tests]. * The [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Product and Technology Advisory Council/Unsupported Tools Working Group|PTAC Unsupported Tools Working Group]] continued improvements to [[commons:Special:MyLanguage/Commons:Video2commons#|Video2Commons]] in February, with fixes addressing authentication errors, large-file handling, task queue visibility, and clearer upload behavior. Work is still ongoing in some areas, including changes related to deprecated server-side uploads. Read [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Product and Technology Advisory Council/Unsupported Tools Working Group#February 2026|this update]] to learn more. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.19|MediaWiki]] '''In depth''' * The Article Guidance team invites experienced Wikipedia editors from selected [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance/Pilot wikis and collaborators#Collaborators|pilot wikis]] and interested contributors from other Wikipedias to fill out this questionnaire which is available in [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfmLeVWnxmsCbPoI_UF2jyRcn73WRGWCVPHzerXb4Cz97X_Ag/viewform English], [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6rzr4XXQw8r4024fE3geTPFe13M_6w7Mitj-YJi0sOlWTAw/viewform?usp=header Arabic], [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdok3-RfB18lcugYTUMGkpwmqG_8p760Wv4dCXitOXOszjUDw/viewform?usp=header Bengali], [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjTfYp4jEo0akA4B1e-Nfg3QZPCudUjhJzHzzDi6AHyAaMGA/viewform?usp=header Japanese], [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScteVoI29Aue4xc72dekk-6RYtvmMgQxzMI900UOawrFrSTWg/viewform?usp=header Portuguese], [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetdxnYwL3ub2vqA7awCg5hJZPMIYcDPaiTe12rY9h0GYnVlw/viewform?usp=header Persian], and [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScNvfJF-Ot-4pzA4qAN771_0QDJ4Li19YcUsaTgSKW8Nc7U_Q/viewform?usp=header Turkish]. Your answers will help the team customize guidance for less experienced editors and help them learn community policies and practices while creating an article. Learn more [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance|on the project page]]. 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'''Updates for editors''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror|{{int:codemirror-beta-feature-title}}]] beta feature, also known as [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeMirror|CodeMirror 6]], has been used for wikitext syntax highlighting since November 2024. It will be promoted out of beta by May 2026 in order to bring improvements and new [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror#Features|features]] to all editors who use the standard syntax highlighter. If you have any questions or concerns about promoting the feature out of beta, [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help talk:Extension:CodeMirror|please share]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T259059] * Some changes to local user groups are performed by stewards on Meta-Wiki and logged there only. Now, interwiki rights changes will be logged both on Meta-Wiki and the wiki of the target user to make it easier to access a full record of user's rights changes on a local wiki. Past log entries for such changes will be backfilled in the coming weeks. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T6055] * On wikis using [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Flagged Revisions|Flagged Revisions]], the number of pending changes shown on [[{{#Special:PendingChanges}}]] previously counted pages which were no longer pending review, because they have been removed from the system without being reviewed, e.g. due to being deleted, moved to a different namespace, or due to wiki configuration changes. The count will be correct now. On some wikis the number shown will be much smaller than before. There should be no change to the list of pages itself. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T413016] * Wikifunctions composition language has been rewritten, resulting in a new version of the language. This change aims to increase service stability by reducing the orchestrator's memory consumption. This rewrite also enables substantial latency reduction, code simplification, and better abstractions, which will open the door to later feature additions. Read more about [[f:Special:MyLanguage/Wikifunctions:Status updates/2026-03-11|the changes]]. * Users can now sort search results alphabetically by page title. The update gives an additional option to finding pages more easily and quickly. Previously, results could be sorted by Edit date, Creation date, or Relevance. To use the new option, open 'Advanced Search' on the search results page and select 'Alphabetically' under 'Sorting Order'. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T403775] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:28}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:28|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, the bug that prevented UploadWizard on Wikimedia Commons from importing files from Flickr has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T419263] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * A new special page, [[{{#special:LintTemplateErrors}}]], has been created to list transcluded pages that are flagged as containing lint errors to help users discover them easily. The list is sorted by the number of transclusions with errors. For example: [[{{#special:LintTemplateErrors}}/night-mode-unaware-background-color]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T170874] * Users of the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror|{{int:codemirror-beta-feature-title}}]] beta feature have been using [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeMirror|CodeMirror]] instead of [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeEditor|CodeEditor]] for syntax highlighting when editing JavaScript, CSS, JSON, Vue and Lua content pages, for some time now. Along with promoting CodeMirror 6 out of beta, the plan is to replace CodeEditor as the standard editor for these content models by May 2026. [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help talk:Extension:CodeMirror|Feedback or concerns are welcome]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T419332] * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeMirror|CodeMirror]] JavaScript modules will soon be upgraded to CodeMirror 6. Leading up to the upgrade, loading the <code dir=ltr>ext.CodeMirror</code> or <code dir=ltr>ext.CodeMirror.lib</code> modules from gadgets and user scripts was deprecated in July 2025. The use of the <code dir=ltr>ext.CodeMirror.switch</code> hook was also deprecated in March 2025. Contributors can now make their scripts or gadgets compatible with CodeMirror 6. See the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeMirror#Gadgets and user scripts|migration guide]] for more information. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T373720] * The MediaWiki Interfaces team is expanding coverage of REST API module definitions to include [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/API:REST API/Extensions|extension APIs]]. REST API modules are groups of related endpoints that can be independently managed and versioned. Modules now exist for [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T414470 GrowthExperiments] and [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T419053 Wikifunctions] APIs. As we migrate extension APIs to this structure, documentation will move out of the main MediaWiki OpenAPI spec and REST Sandbox view, and will instead be accessible via module-specific options in the dropdown on the [https://test.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:RestSandbox REST Sandbox] (i.e., [[{{#Special:RestSandbox}}]], available on all wiki projects). * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:Scribunto|Scribunto]] extension provides different pieces of information about the wiki where the module is being used via the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:Scribunto/Lua reference manual|mw.site]] library. Starting last week, the library also provides a [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:Scribunto/Lua reference manual#mw.site.wikiId|way]] of accessing the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Manual:Wiki ID|wiki ID]] that can be used to facilitate cross-wiki module maintenance. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T146616] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.20|MediaWiki]] '''In depth''' * The [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Coolest Tool Award|2026 Coolest Tool Award]] celebrating outstanding community tools, is now open for nominations! Nominate your favorite tool using the [https://wikimediafoundation.limesurvey.net/435684?lang=en nomination survey] form by 23 March 2026. For more information on privacy and data handling, please see the [[foundation:Special:MyLanguage/Legal:Coolest_Tool_Award_2026_Survey_Privacy_Statement|survey privacy statement]]. '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/12|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W12"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 19:36, 16 March 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30260505 --> == Tech News: 2026-13 == <section begin="technews-2026-W13"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/13|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * Wikimedia site users can now log in without a password using passkeys. This is a secure method supported by fingerprint, facial recognition, or PIN. With this change, all users who opt for passwordless login will find it easier, faster, and more secure to log in to their accounts using any device. The new passkey login option currently appears as an autofill suggestion in the username field. An additional [[phab:T417120|"Log in with passkey" button]] will soon be available for users who have already registered a passkey. This update will improve security and user experience. The [[c:File:Passwordless_login_screencast.webm|screen recording]] demonstrates the passwordless login process step by step. * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/Server switch|All wikis will be read-only]] for a few minutes on Wednesday, 25 March 2026 at [https://zonestamp.toolforge.org/1774450800 15:00 UTC]. This is for the datacenter server switchover backup tests, [[wikitech:Deployments/Yearly calendar|which happen twice a year]]. During the switchover, all Wikimedia website traffic is shifted from one primary data center to the backup data center to test availability and prevent service disruption even in emergencies. '''Updates for editors''' * Wikimedia site users can now export their notifications older than 5 years using a [[toolforge:echo-chamber|new Toolforge tool]]. This will ensure that users retain their important notifications and avoid them being lost based on the planned change to delete notifications older than 5 years, as previously announced. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T383948] * Wikipedia editors in Indonesian, Thai, Turkish, and Simple English now have access to Special:PersonalDashboard. This is an [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Moderator Tools/Dashboard|early version of an experience]] that introduces newer editors to patrolling workflows, making it easier for them to move from making edits to participating in more advanced moderation work on their project. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T402647] * The [[Special:Block]] now has two minor interface changes. Administrators can now easily perform indefinite blocks through a dedicated radio button in the expiry section. Also, choosing an indefinite expiry provides a different set of common reasons to select from, which can be changed at: [[MediaWiki:Ipbreason-indef-dropdown]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T401823] * Mobile editors [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Contributors/Account Creation Experiments#Logged-out|at several wikis]] can now see an improved logged-out edit warning, thanks to the recent updates from the Growth team. These changes released last week are part of ongoing efforts and tests to enhance [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Contributors/Account Creation Experiments|account creation experience on mobile]] and then increase participation. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T408484] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:36}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:36|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, the bug that prevented mobile web users from seeing the block information when affected by multiple blocks has been fixed. They can now see messages of all the blocks currently affecting them when they access Wikipedia. '''Updates for technical contributors''' * Images built using Toolforge will soon get the upgraded buildpacks version, bringing support for newer language versions and other upstream improvements and fixes. If you use Toolforge Build Service, review the recent [https://lists.wikimedia.org/hyperkitty/list/cloud-announce@lists.wikimedia.org/thread/EMYTA32EV2V5SQ2JIEOD2CL66YFIZEKV/ cloud-announce email] and update your build configuration as necessary to ensure your tools are compatible. [https://wikitech.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Help:Toolforge/Building_container_images&oldid=2392097#Buildpack_environment_upgrade_process][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T380127] * The [https://api.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page API Portal] documentation wiki will shut down in June 2026. API keys created on the API Portal will continue to work normally. api.wikimedia.org endpoints will be deprecated gradually starting in July 2026. Documentation on the API Portal is moving to [[mw:Wikimedia APIs|mediawiki.org]]. Learn more on the [[wikitech:API Portal/Deprecation|project page]]. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.21|MediaWiki]] '''In depth''' * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/WMDE Technical Wishes|WMDE Technical Wishes]] is considering improvements to [[m:WMDE Technical Wishes/References/VisualEditor automatic reference names|automatically generated reference names in VisualEditor]]. Please check out the [[m:WMDE Technical Wishes/References/VisualEditor automatic reference names#Proposed solutions|proposed solutions]] and participate in the [[m:Talk:WMDE Technical Wishes/References/VisualEditor automatic reference names#Request for comment|request for comment]]. '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/13|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W13"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 16:51, 23 March 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:UOzurumba (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30268305 --> == Suggestion for changing image of Asia in continent section. == I want you to change that colour of Asia continent here. Change that pink colour and add green colour there, you can also exchange colour with South America continent's colour as mentioned there. [[User:Anikmolla786|Anikmolla786]] ([[User talk:Anikmolla786|talk]]) 20:30, 26 March 2026 (UTC) :What's the reasoning behind doing so? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:18, 26 March 2026 (UTC) ::I can give you multiple valid reasons. Honestly, the pink just looks a bit off for Asia. Most maps use green for big landmasses, and since Asia has so much greenery—jungles, rice fields, forests—it feels more fitting. South America already has green, so swapping them would keep things balanced. Plus it’d make the map easier on the eyes. Just thought it’d look cleaner. Most of the Muslim population living in Asia continent specially in West Asia. Green is a one of the religion symbol in Islam. Giving green to the largest continent is it’s right to get that colour. Pink is usually use for women, Asia is very large can't be consider as a woman. Look you can not even add any colour to asia, just keep it standard without any colours. But not pink or yello or any other female like colours no. If you want more reasonings behind it, just reply me. Think about it like a editor. [[User:Anikmolla786|Anikmolla786]] ([[User talk:Anikmolla786|talk]]) 21:34, 26 March 2026 (UTC) :::Oh are you referring to the pagebanner, or the map on [[Destinations]]? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:20, 26 March 2026 (UTC) ::::Yeah. Check it and also fix it, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Seven_Continents_(political).svg [[User:Anikmolla786|Anikmolla786]] ([[User talk:Anikmolla786|talk]]) 22:24, 26 March 2026 (UTC) :::::Look I wouldn't put too much weight into the colours – but pinging {{ping|Sbb1413}} who created that map. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:26, 26 March 2026 (UTC) ::::::Do something. [[User:Anikmolla786|Anikmolla786]] ([[User talk:Anikmolla786|talk]]) 22:28, 26 March 2026 (UTC) :::::::No, I don't see why...don't do the same stuff here that landed you an indef on enwiki. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:31, 26 March 2026 (UTC) ::::::::I haven’t even tried to edit anything or do something wrong here. I was just trying to communicate with you. If that made you feel bad, then I’ll end the conversation here and won’t bother you. No hard feelings. Learning something without any help or guidance isn’t easy. No edit war. Now I’m starting to feel like asking questions is a crime around here. ::::::::Don’t take any action—sorry. I made a mistake by asking you to do something. I thought people here were friendly. Sorry again. [[User:Anikmolla786|Anikmolla786]] ([[User talk:Anikmolla786|talk]]) 22:46, 26 March 2026 (UTC) :::::Oh, I forgot this map entirely. Look, the pink colour is Europe, and Asia is in red. I think the pink colour of Russia is causing this illusion. Or some users are colour blind. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 04:19, 27 March 2026 (UTC) ::::::Yeah. I found it red or deep pinkish-red, which can feel anybody in first look that it's pink like! Congratulations, bro. You gain steward ranking in 5 years. [[User:Anikmolla786|Anikmolla786]] ([[User talk:Anikmolla786|talk]]) 07:25, 27 March 2026 (UTC) == Rail travel in Finland == You wrote "I would love to see a rail travel in Finland article – one that breaks down all of VR's ticketing systems, network coverage, and also a bit on night trains." The article is in place since some time, but I wonder whether essential things are missing. I think VR tickets are quite straight forward: buy single tickets on the net, or from the machine at the station if you are in the last minute and know there is one at that station. If the "one adult" doesn't apply, you'll find a number of discount categories; children, students and pensioners are described in the last paragraph of [[Rail travel in Finland#Tickets]]. I hope you get group discounts automatically, but I haven't had a need for them lately, and I think they are less relevant today. Other tickets are relevant only in special cases, such as for commuters or somebody intending to spend a lot of time on the train. I have not been using any special tickets, other than the 10-trip commuter ticket (which is nice in that you avoid the last-minute prices, even if the discount otherwise may be quite small). I might be wrong – does the ticket system, or the description, look confusing? Are there special cases that need explanation? The trains run on behalf of the capital region HSL may be confusing, but I think the second paragraph makes that clear. Night trains are described in Features and service. Do you think the article covers what it should, or does there need to be more advice on some aspects? Are other tweaks needed? –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 09:02, 27 March 2026 (UTC) :I think from what you've said, what the article covers seems to be pretty solid. Does seem a ''lot'' more straightforward than [[Rail travel in Germany#Tickets]] for sure (the system in Europe I'm probably the most familiar with). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:29, 27 March 2026 (UTC) == Your signature == Is the "//" thingy part of your signature or do you add that in manually? 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[[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:36, 1 April 2026 (UTC) ::That said it probs should be removed in about 12 or so hours (I can technically do so, but can’t on the grounds of policy). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 21:37, 1 April 2026 (UTC) == CEE Newsletter is out now! == Dear all, The first CEE Newsletter issue of 2026 is now live, and we are happy to share it with you. The past few months have been anything but quiet across our region. From Wikimedia CEE Spring and the CEE Women Campaign, to cross-border collaborations, youth initiatives, and new ideas taking shape, there is a lot happening -- and this issue brings together many of those stories in one place. You will find highlights from community activities, updates from the CEE Hub, international news, and a wide range of contributions from across the region. It is a good snapshot of what we have been working on together at the start of the year. As always, thank you to everyone who contributed -- by writing, sharing updates, or supporting behind the scenes. Take a moment to explore the issue and see what is going on across the region: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/CEE/Newsletter/March_2026 As always, we have prepared a Russian version of the same issue: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/CEE/Newsletter/March_2026/ru Happy reading! 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padding:1em;" | {| align="center" |- | style="text-align: center;" | [[File:This Month in GLAM logo 2018.png|350px|center|link=outreach:GLAM/Newsletter]]<br /> <hr /> <div style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;">[[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026|<span style="color:darkslategray;">This Month in GLAM – Volume XVI, Issue III, March 2026</span>]]</div> <hr /><br /> |- style="text-align: center;" | <span style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman;"> '''<u>Headlines</u>'''</span> |- style="font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;" | <div style="text-align:left; column-count:2; column-width:28em; vertical-align:top;"> * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/From the team|From the team]]: GLAM in Equinox * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Albania report|Albania report]]: Wikigap 2026 in Tirana, Albania * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Aruba report|Aruba report]]: Celebrating 20 Years of Papiamentu/o Wikipedia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Bolivia report|Bolivia report]]: The Family Treasures Project Returns, with New GLAM Partners * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Brazil report|Brazil report]]: Wiki Loves Folklore Brazil defines six categories to represent Brazilian culture on Commons * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Colombia report|Colombia report]]: Architecture in the public domain in libraries in Nariño/Arquitectura en dominio público en bibliotecas nariñenses * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Czech Republic report|Czech Republic report]]: Main Wikimedian in Residence report for 2025 is here * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Germany report|Germany report]]: Art History Loves Wiki 2026 – digital/local. collection loves wiki * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/India report|India report]]: Collaboration resumes with the British Library for Bangla Wikisource * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Italy report|Italy report]]: 2026 winners projects * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/New Zealand report|New Zealand report]]: New Zealand Bioeconomy Science Institute Wikimedian in Residence update, a letter published in Nature & Architecture + Women NZ * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Macedonia report|North Macedonia report]]: Wikimedia MKD's GLAM Highlights: Botany and Beyond * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Portugal report|Portugal report]]: March in Portugal * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Serbia report|Serbia report]]: March in Wikimedia Serbia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Sweden report|Sweden report]]: Looking for similar images * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Switzerland report|Switzerland report]]: GLAM Wiki Group, Donna, CoCreation PTT-Archive * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/UK report|UK report]]: CILIP MDG 2026 Conference, Library meetups and the World's Enamels * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Ukraine report|Ukraine report]]: Spring 2026 news from Ukraine – Wiki Loves Folklore & more #1Lib1Ref * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/USA report|USA report]]: MoMA's International Traveling Exhibitions and Wikidata on the LD4 Arts Affinity Group April Community Call * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Biodiversity Heritage Library report|Biodiversity Heritage Library report]]: Updates on work by BHL-Wiki Working Group members * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/AvoinGLAM report|AvoinGLAM report]]: Oulu Löyly * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Memory of the World report|Memory of the World report]]: Indigenous languages on the Main Page * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/March 2026/Contents/Events|Calendar]]: April's GLAM events </div> |- | style="font-family:Times New Roman; 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This year, we are focusing on Durrës, Albania, and other travel destinations in Kosovo and Albania in English. This edit-a-thon will take place offline from May 8 - 9. We are also inviting everyone to join us online Saturday from 10:00-17:00 (GMT+2) Time Zone on [https://meet.jit.si/WoALUG here]. Could you please update the [[Wikivoyage:Albania Expedition|Albania]] and [[Wikivoyage:Kosovo_Expedition|Kosovo]] Expedition pages for 2026? Thank you! --[[User:Vyolltsa|Vyolltsa]] ([[User talk:Vyolltsa|talk]]) 08:43, 8 April 2026 (UTC) :Sure can do. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:45, 8 April 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Vyolltsa|Vyolltsa]] {{done}} (also as a minor side note, our policy on [[Wikivoyage:Organising events|organising events]] has slightly changed – but since you guys have been super cooperative + this is a recurring event, not much needs to be done from you other than a note on [[WV:PUB|the pub]] :) ). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:58, 8 April 2026 (UTC) ::@[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] thank you! we will do so. [[User:Vyolltsa|Vyolltsa]] ([[User talk:Vyolltsa|talk]]) 11:39, 14 April 2026 (UTC) == Tech News: 2026-16 == <section begin="technews-2026-W16"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/16|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * Experienced editors are invited to [https://b24e11a4f1.catalyst.wmcloud.org/wiki/Main_Page test] the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance|Article guidance]] feature, designed to help less-experienced editors create well-structured, policy-compliant Wikipedia articles. Testing instructions are [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance/Test feature guide|available]]. Also, after reviewing [https://b24e11a4f1.catalyst.wmcloud.org/wiki/Category:Pages_using_article_guidance the outlines], please provide feedback on the [[mw:Talk:Article guidance|project talk page]]. Based on your input, the feature will be refined and transferred to the pilot Wikipedias to translate and adapt. Check out [[c:File:Article Guidance workflow demo - April 2026.webm|the video]] explaining the feature. '''Updates for editors''' * On most wikis, all autoconfirmed users can now use [[Special:ChangeContentModel|Special:ChangeContentModel]] page to [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:ChangeContentModel|create new pages with custom content models]], such as mass message lists, making custom page formats more accessible. Check [[Special:ListGroupRights|Special:ListGroupRights]] for the status of your wiki. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T248294] * The Growth team has launched an [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Contributors/Account_Creation_Experiments|account creation experiment]] to evaluate whether adding an account creation button to the mobile web header increases new account registrations and encourages more mobile users to contribute to the wikis. The experiment is currently live on Hindi, Indonesian, Bengali, Thai, and Hebrew Wikipedia, and targets 10% of logged-out mobile web users. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:30}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:30|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where VisualEditor could get stuck loading on Windows devices with animations turned off, has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T382856] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * Starting later this week, {{int:group-abusefilter}} who have the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror|{{int:codemirror-beta-feature-title}}]] beta feature enabled will have [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeMirror|CodeMirror]] instead of [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeEditor|CodeEditor]] as the editor at [[Special:AbuseFilter|Special:AbuseFilter]]. This is part of the broader effort to make the user experience more consistent across all editors. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T399673][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T419332] * Tools and bots that access the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Notifications/API|Notifications API]] (<bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>action=query&meta=notifications</nowiki></code></bdi>) will need to update their OAuth or BotPassword grants to also include access to private notifications. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T421991] * Due to a library upgrade, listings on category pages may be displayed out of order starting on Monday, 20th April. A migration script will be run to correct this, and will take hours to days depending on the size of the wiki (up to a week for English Wikipedia). [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T422544] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.24|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/16|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W16"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 15:19, 13 April 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30380527 --> == Appeal for unblocking User Bigcee007 == Good morning sir. Please I am appealing on behalf of the user Bigcee007. He was blocked from editing on English Wikivoyage. Kindly unblock him please. He is a new user, but I can't place the reason why he decided to use AI to generate contents for his works. He has been corrected and I promise it won't happen again. Thank you so much [[User:Goodymeraj|Goodymeraj]] ([[User talk:Goodymeraj|talk]]) 05:37, 18 April 2026 (UTC) :{{re|Goodymeraj}} Block appeals must come from the user themselves – they must explain why they used AI to generate entire articles, not you. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:39, 18 April 2026 (UTC) ::Noted sir. He will do that [[User:Goodymeraj|Goodymeraj]] ([[User talk:Goodymeraj|talk]]) 06:03, 18 April 2026 (UTC) == Tech News: 2026-17 == <section begin="technews-2026-W17"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/17|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * After two years of development, [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror|{{int:codemirror-beta-feature-title}}]], also known as [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeMirror|CodeMirror 6]], is to be promoted out of beta on Tuesday, April 21. It brings better code and wikitext readability, reduction in typing errors, and other [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror|benefits]] to all users of the standard syntax highlighter. A huge thank you to volunteer [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/p/Bhsd/ Bhsd] who developed many of the new features, including [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror#Code folding|code folding]], [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror#Autocompletion|autocompletion]], and [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror#Linting|linting]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T259059] * A major update to the Wikipedia app for iOS is now rolling out, redesigning the interface to align with Apple's latest "Liquid Glass" visual design. [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wikipedia/id324715238 Download the latest version] and explore the update. '''Updates for editors''' * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience/WE3.3.4 Reading lists|Reading lists]] is a feature which allows readers to save articles to a list for reading later. This feature is now in beta on Arabic, French, Indonesian, Vietnamese, and Chinese Wikipedias and by default for all new accounts on all Wikipedias. * An experiment which explores extending [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Growth/Mobile page previews|Page Previews to mobile web]] will be launched in the week of April 20 on Arabic, English, French, Italian, Polish, and Vietnamese Wikipedias. Page Previews are pop-ups that display a thumbnail, lead paragraph, and a link to open the full article of a blue link, thereby improving content discovery. The feature is already available on desktop and in the apps. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/List of experiments in Product and Technology#Template|Read more about this experiment and others]]. * On several wikis, logged-in editors who haven't [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Email confirmation|confirmed their email addresses]] can now see a banner encouraging them to do so. Having the email address confirmed allows a user to restore access to the account if they lose it. [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Product Safety and Integrity/Account Security#Encouraging users to confirm their email addresses|Learn more]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T421366] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:15}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:15|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where editing very large wiki pages in the 2017 wikitext editor caused slow loading, preview and scrolling lag, and performance issues when selecting, cutting, or pasting content, has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T184857] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * As part of the promotion of [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror|CodeMirror]] from a beta feature, all users will use [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeMirror|CodeMirror]] instead of [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:CodeEditor|CodeEditor]] for syntax highlighting when editing JavaScript, CSS, JSON, Vue and Lua content pages. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T419332] * The <code>mirrors.wikimedia.org</code> service for Debian and Ubuntu users will sunset and stop working on May 15. The resources for the service will be replaced with new and better options. Some users may need to switch to a different server which should take about a minute. [https://lists.wikimedia.org/hyperkitty/list/wikitech-l@lists.wikimedia.org/thread/LJYRIS4WB66HIRCAO4GIDTXCMDVZRBMA/ You can read more]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T416707] * The <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>image</nowiki></code></bdi> and <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>oldimage</nowiki></code></bdi> table will be removed from [[wikitech:Help:Wiki Replicas|wikireplicas]]. If your tools or queries access <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>image</nowiki></code></bdi> or <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>oldimage</nowiki></code></bdi> directly, please update them to use the <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>file</nowiki></code></bdi> and <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>filerevision</nowiki></code></bdi> table before 28 May. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T28741] * Following the recent implementation of global API rate limits on unidentified traffic, the Wikimedia Foundation will continue efforts to ensure [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/MediaWiki Product Insights/Responsible Reuse|fair use of infrastructure]] by applying global limits to identified API traffic beginning the last week of April. These limits are intentionally set as high as possible to minimise impact on the community. Bots running in Toolforge/WMCS or with the bot user right on any wiki should not be affected for now. However, all developers are advised to follow updated best practices. For more information, see [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits|Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits]] and [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits/FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions]]. * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Attribution API|Attribution API]] is now available as a [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia APIs/Stability policy|beta]]. The API fetches information for crediting Wikimedia articles and media files wherever they are used. Reference documentation is available through the REST Sandbox special page available on all Wikimedia wikis (such as the [https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?api=attribution.v0-beta&title=Special%3ARestSandbox REST sandbox on English Wikipedia]). Share your feedback on the [[mw:Talk:Attribution API|project talk page]]. * There is no new MediaWiki version this week. '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/17|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W17"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 15:01, 20 April 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30432763 --> == ''The Signpost'': 21 April 2026 == <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin-top:10px; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">[[File:WikipediaSignpostIcon.svg|40px|right]] ''News, reports and features from the English Wikipedia's newspaper''</div> <div style="column-count:2;"> * News and notes: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-04-21/News and notes|Six Serbian Wikipedia editors banned following controversy about political bias]] * In the media: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-04-21/In the media|Could Wikipedia be involved in Massachusetts' proposed social media ban for minors?]] * Gallery: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-04-21/Gallery|March equinox]] * Traffic report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-04-21/Traffic report|Time to change my galaxy in case, we outta space!]] * Comix: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-04-21/Comix|Of skirts and articles]] </div> <div style="margin-top:10px; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">'''[[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost|Read this Signpost in full]]''' · [[w:en:Wikipedia:Signpost/Single|Single-page]] · [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Signpost|Unsubscribe]] · [[m:Global message delivery|Global message delivery]] 06:50, 21 April 2026 (UTC) <!-- Sent via script ([[w:en:User:JPxG/SPS]]) --></div> <!-- Message sent by User:JPxG@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Signpost&oldid=30434643 --> == Finger slip == Yes. I didn't realize I had edited that page at all. I was just looking at it, as far as I knew. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 11:00, 21 April 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: dw haha – happens to all of us at the worst of times (if it's some consolation...today I forgot to remove my oversight perms on [[:m:Special:UserRights/SHB2000@srwiktionary|srwiktionary for over 5 hours]]). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:07, 21 April 2026 (UTC) == Taking a look at redirects == Have you ever looked at the redirects I have created? If you haven't, then can you take a look at them right now? [[User:Botswano and Lesothe|Botswano and Lesothe]] ([[User talk:Botswano and Lesothe|talk]]) 02:54, 26 April 2026 (UTC) :Yes, and they're all shit. Why did you create them in spite of [[Wikivoyage:Votes_for_deletion/April_2026#Vienna,_austria|this]] discussion]]? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:42, 26 April 2026 (UTC) == This Month in Education: April 2026 == <div class="plainlinks" lang="en" dir="ltr"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:2.9em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">This Month in Education</span> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:1.4em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> Volume 15 • Issue 4 • April 2026</span> <div style="border-top:1px solid #a2a9b1; border-bottom:1px solid #a2a9b1; padding:0.5em; font-size:larger; margin-bottom:0.2em">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/April 2026|Contents]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/April 2026/Headlines|Headlines]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe]]</div> <div style="color:white; font-size:1.8em; font-family:Montserrat; background:#92BFB1;">In This Issue</div></div> <div style="text-align: left; column-count: 2; column-width: 35em;"> * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/Empowering Knowledge: Wikimedia MKD Education Update|Empowering Knowledge: Wikimedia MKD Education Update]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/WikiScholar: A School-Level Initiative to Promote Free Knowledge in Bangladesh|WikiScholar: A School-Level Initiative to Promote Free Knowledge in Bangladesh]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/Wikipedia for School 2025–2026: A Competition That Continued Despite Frost, Power Outages, and War|Wikipedia for School 2025–2026: A Competition That Continued Despite Frost, Power Outages, and War]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/Wikimedia UK and Thoughtful delivery new media literacy teacher training course|Wikimedia UK and Thoughtful delivery new media literacy teacher training course]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/Wikimedia CR supporting SDG's in Czech schools|Wikimedia CR supporting SDG's in Czech schools]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/University Students’ Mandatory Internships at Wikimedia Armenia|University Students’ Mandatory Internships at Wikimedia Armenia]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/Third year of collaboration with Aleksandër Xhuvani University in Elbasan, Albania|Third year of collaboration with Aleksandër Xhuvani University in Elbasan, Albania]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/Students Discover Open Source and Learn Wikipedia and Wikidata Skills for the First Time in Zarqa, Jordan|Students Discover Open Source and Learn Wikipedia and Wikidata Skills for the First Time in Zarqa, Jordan]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/Leveraging on Wikipedia as a tool for curbing Health Misinformation and Disinformation in Akwa Ibom and Rivers State, Nigeria|Leveraging on Wikipedia as a tool for curbing Health Misinformation and Disinformation in Akwa Ibom and Rivers State, Nigeria]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/Governance and Public Knowledge: Wikipedia as a Learning Tool in Sustainability Education through UNESCO Designated Sites|Governance and Public Knowledge: Wikipedia as a Learning Tool in Sustainability Education through UNESCO Designated Sites]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April 2026/A month full of encounters with students in Brazil|A month full of encounters with students in Brazil]] </div> <div style="margin-top:10px; text-align: center; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/About|About ''This Month in Education'']] · [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe/Unsubscribe]] · [[m:Special:MyLanguage/MassMessage|Global message delivery]] · For the team: [[:m:User:ZI Jony|ZI Jony]] 16:01, 27 April 2026 (UTC)</div> </div> <!-- Message sent by User:ZI Jony@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/This_Month_in_Education&oldid=30406002 --> == Tech News: 2026-18 == <section begin="technews-2026-W18"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/18|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * There is a change in how new users are autoconfirmed that will improve anti-vandalism protection. Currently, users who have had an account for a few days and made a few edits are automatically added to the [[{{int:grouppage-autoconfirmed/{{CONTENTLANGUAGE}}}}|{{int:group-autoconfirmed}}]] group. This configuration tends to be exploited by some vandals, who create accounts and start to use them only after some time. To mitigate this, the configuration will be updated next week so that – for the purpose of becoming autoconfirmed – the account age will be counted from their first edit, instead of registration date. The numeric value of the age threshold will remain the same. This change will be deployed only to wikis which require at least one edit as part of the autoconfirmation conditions. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T418484] * All Wikipedia users with new accounts and those who activated the "automatically enable most beta features" option in their preference can now use the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience/WE3.3.4 Reading lists|reading lists]] beta feature to save articles for later reading. This helps organize reading interests in one place for convenient access. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:30}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:30|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, the issue where infobox images have huge padding in Firefox, has been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T423676] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * As a reminder, the global API rate limits will be applied this week to identified API traffic. This is to help ensure [[mw:MediaWiki Product Insights/Responsible Reuse|fair use of infrastructure]]. Bots running in Toolforge/WMCS or with the bot user right on any wiki should not be affected for now. However, all developers are advised to follow updated best practices. For more information, including the actual rate limits, see [[mw:Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits|Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits]] and [[mw:Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits/FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions]]. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.26|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/18|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W18"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 18:06, 27 April 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:UOzurumba (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30458046 --> == Tech News: 2026-19 == <section begin="technews-2026-W19"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/19|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance|Article guidance]] team invites experienced editors of [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance/Pilot wikis and collaborators|pilot Wikipedias]]—Arabic, Bangla, Japanese, Portuguese, Persian, Turkish, Simple English, Spanish, and French—to help translate and adapt [https://b24e11a4f1.catalyst.wmcloud.org/wiki/Category:Pages_using_article_guidance sample outlines]. These outlines will guide editors in creating clear, well-structured, and policy-compliant articles when using [https://b24e11a4f1.catalyst.wmcloud.org/wiki/Special:NewArticle the feature] once it is launched in May 2026. [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance#Adapting a sample outline in a Wikipedia|Simple instructions]] on how to translate and adapt the outlines are available. '''Updates for editors''' * The [[:m:Special:MyLanguage/Product and Technology Advisory Council|Product and Technology Advisory Council]] has published [[:m:Special:MyLanguage/Product and Technology Advisory Council/May 2026 draft PTAC recommendation for feedback|draft recommendations]] on a model that affiliates can follow when contributing to the technical space. Community members are invited to provide feedback on the recommendation until May 8th [[:m:Talk:Product and Technology Advisory Council/May 2026 draft PTAC recommendation for feedback|on the talk page]]. * The number of available thumbnail size preferences in MediaWiki is being reduced to three standardized options—Small (180px), Regular (250px), and Large (400px), as part of ongoing efforts to improve performance and reduce strain on thumbnail services. As a result, existing preferences will be mapped to the nearest new size (for example, smaller selections like 120px or 150px will render at 180px, while larger ones like 300px or 360px will render at 400px). The preferences interface will soon be updated to reflect these changes, and users who wish to opt out or provide feedback can do so. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T424909] * From now on, even when a permission expires automatically, users will receive an Echo notification similar to the standard notification for permission changes. There is a difference between this and [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Global reminder bot|Global reminder bot]] in that the latter reminds users a week ''before'' the rights are due to expire, so that they can renew the rights. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:32}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:32|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, the problem where the ULS language selector in [[m:Special:Translate|Special:Translate]] would scroll vertically when it shouldn't, has been resolved. Previously, when users opened the "Translate to English" dropdown and typed certain inputs, the dialog would scroll vertically by a few pixels even when there was enough space to display all results. The dropdown no longer shifts unnecessarily when filtering languages. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T358864] * The [[m:Special:GlobalWatchlist|Global Watchlist]], which lets you view your watchlists from multiple wikis on a single page, continues to improve. For example, watchlists for Wikibase sites such as [[:d:|Wikidata]] now support [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:EntitySchema|EntitySchema]] elements for better tracking. The Live Updates mode now refreshes the special page every 60 seconds to comply with the updated [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits|global API rate limits]] for improved real-time responsiveness. Additionally, a directionality bug that displayed links as "changes 3" instead of "3 changes" in mixed-direction lists has been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T415450][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T424422][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T418091] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * The second phase of [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits|global API rate limits]] has been rolled out to reduce the [[diffblog:2026/03/26/quo-vadis-crawlers-progress-and-whats-next-on-safeguarding-our-infrastructure/|impact of AI crawlers]] and ensure fair, sustainable access to Wikimedia resources, prioritising human and mission-aligned traffic. [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits#Limits|Limits]] have been shifted from per-hour to per-minute, producing smoother traffic patterns and more predictable API load. Community users are not expected to be affected, and no action is required. Early indications show some User-Agent-based requestors are adjusting behaviour, and around 64% of automated API traffic has been identified. Monitoring continues, and Wikimedia Enterprise remains available for commercial support. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.46/wmf.27|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/19|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W19"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 20:44, 4 May 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30498077 --> == Assist on [[Module:VisitedMap]] == First off, I see your message above. I hope that whatever has got you busy in real life abates soon and that you're feeling well. If there's somehow something that I can do for you, let me know. Secondly, I tried to add [[Western Sahara]] to the visited map, but I cannot figure out how to effectively edit that module or the generated list. Can you assist me here? ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 04:22, 7 May 2026 (UTC) :Hey, thanks for checking in – things a lot better now than it was 1 month ago, but ofc life will find a way. :) :As for Western Sahara, my apologies for forgetting (the list was compiled by Gemini at first) – it's at [[Module:Countries.json]] (will try remember when I get home). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:51, 7 May 2026 (UTC) ::Much thanks, friend. Keep the offer in mind: let me know what I can do for you. ―[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''<span style="color:black">v</span>f</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 16:03, 7 May 2026 (UTC) == ''This Month in GLAM'': April 2026 == {| style="width:100%;" | valign="top" align="center" style="border:1px gray solid; padding:1em;" | {| align="center" |- | style="text-align: center;" | [[File:This Month in GLAM logo 2018.png|350px|center|link=outreach:GLAM/Newsletter]]<br /> <hr /> <div style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;">[[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026|<span style="color:darkslategray;">This Month in GLAM – Volume XVI, Issue IV, April 2026</span>]]</div> <hr /><br /> |- style="text-align: center;" | <span style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman;"> '''<u>Headlines</u>'''</span> |- style="font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;" | <div style="text-align:left; column-count:2; column-width:28em; vertical-align:top;"> * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/From the team|From the team]]: How the GLAM Community Can Shine in the 2026–27 Annual Plan * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Albania report|Albania report]]: International Roma Day 2026 in Tirana, Albania * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Argentina report|Argentina report]]: WikiConf Argentina and GLAM projects * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Asia report|Asia report]]: Documenting and citing oral knowledge in audio and video * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Australia report|Australia report]]: WikiCon Australia, ICIP, Orphan works and Trans-Tasman partnerships * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Brazil report|Brazil report]]: Wikimedia Brasil publishes book on the power and challenges of free knowledge * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Colombia report|Colombia report]]: We celebrate Public Domain Day with an expert panel / Celebramos el día del dominio público con un Panel de expertas * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Italy report|Italy report]]: Ongoing and New GLAM-Wiki Projects * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/New Zealand report|New Zealand report]]: Women in Wartime event at Auckland Museum & an update for WiR NZBSI * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Nigeria report|Nigeria report]]: Wikimedia Commons Upload Campaign * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Macedonia report|North Macedonia report]]: Wikimedia MKD in Action: Digitization, Wikisource and Educational Workshops * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Poland report|Poland report]]: GLAM-Wiki Developments: Residencies, Partnerships and Audiovisual Heritage * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Serbia report|Serbia report]]: April in Wikimedia Serbia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Switzerland report|Switzerland report]]: Le Donne di Villa Massimo * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/UK report|UK report]]: A tenth-century Quran and Islamic Art in Urdu * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/USA report|USA report]]: Wiki MIT launches and US meetups * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Biodiversity Heritage Library report|Biodiversity Heritage Library report]]: Update on the BHL Annual Meeting 27 April - 1 May & BHL Day * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Memory of the World report|Memory of the World report]]: Eight new articles on MoW inscriptions * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Contents/Events|Calendar]]: May's GLAM events </div> |- | style="font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter|Read this edition in full]] &bull; [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/April 2026/Single|Single-page]] |- | valign="top" colspan="2" style="padding:0.5em; font-family:Times New Roman;text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | To assist with preparing the newsletter, please visit the [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/Newsroom|newsroom]]. 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'''Weekly highlight''' * Community Tech has published [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Community Wishlist/How to write a good wish|new guidance]] explaining how wishes on Community Wishlist are triaged and prioritized. The documentation is intended to help contributors write stronger proposals by clarifying the factors that influence prioritization decisions. Beyond vote counts, the guidance highlights considerations such as potential impact on the community when determining which wishes move forward. '''Updates for editors''' * The Reader Growth team is launching an experiment to test a new [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader_Growth/Share_Card|Share Card feature]] that allows readers to create visually engaging cards from Wikipedia articles or selected article sections and share them online, with each card linking back to the original article to help expand readership and article discovery. The mobile-only A/B test will be available to a portion of readers on Arabic, Chinese, French, Vietnamese, and English Wikipedia to better understand reading and sharing habits, and is scheduled to begin the week of May 18 and run for four weeks. * The Android and iOS Wikipedia apps recently released the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia_Apps/Team/25th_Birthday_Reading_Challenge|25-day reading challenge]] into Beta, as part of efforts to drive reader engagement by encouraging users to complete reading milestones. To track their reading streak during the challenge, App users can add a widget featuring Baby Globe to their home screen. The challenge officially begins May 11. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:17}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:17|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where the global preference for enabling syntax highlighting in wikitext could unexpectedly disable itself after being turned on, has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T425286] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * [[File:Octicons-tools.svg|12px|link=|alt=|Advanced item]] The ResourceLoader module <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>mediawiki.ui.input</nowiki></code></bdi>, deprecated since [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2023/39|September 2023]], will be removed this week. There is a [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Codex/Migrating_from_MediaWiki_UI|guide for migrating from MediaWiki UI to Codex]] for any tools that use it. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T420125] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.2|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/20|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W20"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 19:21, 11 May 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30524429 --> == Wiki Loves Eurovision 2026 == [[File:Wiki Loves Eurovision edit-a-thon logo 2026.svg|right|250px]] Hello everyone! You are invited to participate in the "[[meta:Wiki Loves Eurovision 2026|Wiki Loves Eurovision]]" article writing contest, where our goal is to create new Eurovision-related articles in the CEE-language Wikipedia editions and improve existing ones. The contest will take place from May 10 to June 10, 2026, and prizes are available: * 1st prize: a voucher worth €60 * 2nd prize: a voucher worth €50 * 3rd prize: a voucher worth €40 * 4th–10th prize: a voucher worth €30 To participate in the contest and learn more, please visit [[meta:Wiki Loves Eurovision 2026|this link]]. --[[User:MHeidarzadeh-CEEhub|MHeidarzadeh-CEEhub]] ([[User talk:MHeidarzadeh-CEEhub|talk]]) 14:00, 16 May 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:MHeidarzadeh-CEEhub@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/CEE&oldid=30513878 --> :What has Eurovision got to do with Wikivoyage? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:40, 16 May 2026 (UTC) == Tech News: 2026-21 == <section begin="technews-2026-W21"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/21|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * The Abstract Wikipedia team has identified five potential pilot wikis to assess their interest in adopting abstract articles on their wikis. The pilots are Malayalam, Bengali, Dagbani, Arabic, and Indonesian Wikipedia. The feedback period will be open until May 22. If your community is interested in becoming a pilot, [[m:Talk:Abstract Wikipedia|let us know on Meta]]. '''Updates for editors''' * An experiment to show [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience/Reading lists|Reading Lists]] to logged-out readers on mobile web will launch on May 18 across German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Turkish, and Urdu Wikipedias, and will run for one month. The effort supports broader goals of helping readers save and organize articles for later reading, while encouraging habits that could lead to future Wikipedia contributions. * To support a bookmark button in the Reading List beta feature, the "Tools > Action" menu has been updated to display icons, including the watch star indicator that helps editors identify temporarily watched articles. The icons now also match those used on mobile, improving consistency across platforms. The change is currently limited to the actions menu and mainly affects editors with privileged user rights. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T426008] * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/VisualEditor/Suggestion Mode|Suggestion Mode]] was released as an [[w:en:A/B test|A/B test]] for newcomer editors on the mobile website at [[phab:T421189|~15 Wikipedias]]. The experiment will measure the impact that Suggestion Mode has on the proportion of newcomer mobile web edit sessions that result in constructive (un-reverted) article edits. The experiment will also evaluate the feature's impact on editor retention, and monitor changes in revert and block rates. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:27}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:27|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue in the Wikipedia Android app where images could sometimes fail to load after opening a recommended reading list notification, has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T418231] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikidata Platform|Wikidata Platform team]] has published its [[d:Special:MyLanguage/Wikidata:SPARQL query service/WDQS backend update/Backend Replacement|backend replacement recommendation]] and accompanying [[wikitech:Wikidata Query Service/WDQS Architecture re-design|technical architecture]] for the migration of the Wikidata Query Service (WDQS) away from Blazegraph. Feedback is invited until May 25th 2026, especially on potential gaps and impacts on advanced use cases. Wikidata community members and WDQS users are also encouraged to help identify high-impact tools and workflows that may need attention on [[d:Wikidata:SPARQL query service/WDQS backend update/High-Impact Use Cases|this page]]. Feedback can be shared on the [[d:Wikidata talk:SPARQL query service/WDQS backend update|Migration talk page]] or during the [[d:Special:MyLanguage/Wikidata:Blazegraph Migration Office Hours|next office hour]]. See the [[d:Special:MyLanguage/Wikidata:Wikidata Platform team/Newsletter|WDP team newsletter]] for more details. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.3|MediaWiki]] '''In depth''' * On English, French, Japanese, and a few other Wikipedias, there was a [[diffblog:2025/09/02/better-detecting-bots-and-replacing-our-captcha/|trial of hCaptcha]], a third-party bot detection service. The trial showed that hCaptcha effectively detects and deters some bad-faith automated activity, on its own and by giving [[w:en:Wikipedia:Village pump (technical)/Archive 225#Introducing SuggestedInvestigations|checkusers and stewards]] signals to look into. Because the results were positive, hCaptcha will be rolled out across all wikis over the next few weeks. [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Product Safety and Integrity/Anti-abuse signals/hCaptcha|See the hCaptcha project page]] for technical information about the implementation and privacy protections. [[diffblog:2026/05/04/better-detecting-bots-and-replacing-our-captcha-part-2/|Learn more]]. * The latest Community Tech update is now available, with progress across several Community Wishlist initiatives, including Reading Lists expansion from the mobile app to the website, new language support for "Who Wrote That" and the Personal Dashboard, improvements to 3D rendering and Charts, and upcoming work on talk page sorting, audio playback, and editing workflows. The update also shares current priorities, wishlist status trends, and opportunities for community feedback on future focus areas and the Wikimedia Foundation’s 2026–2027 Annual Plan. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Community Wishlist/Updates#May 13, 2026: Latest updates from the Community Tech team|Read the full newsletter for details]]. '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/21|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W21"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 20:22, 18 May 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30539262 --> == ''The Signpost'': 22 May 2026 == <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin-top:10px; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">[[File:WikipediaSignpostIcon.svg|40px|right]] ''News, reports and features from the English Wikipedia's newspaper''</div> <div style="column-count:2;"> * News and notes: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-05-22/News and notes|Offline: Osama Khalid still in prison]] * In the media: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-05-22/In the media|Indonesian editors, you shall return!]] * Disinformation report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-05-22/Disinformation report|Who is a typical paid editor? 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Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/22|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * Following a [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Contributors/Account Creation Experiments#LOWM|successful account creation experiment]], an improved logged-out edit warning message will be deployed to all Wikimedia wikis in the first week of June. The change will only affect logged-out users on mobile web who open an editing session. The updated experience is designed to encourage account creation more clearly, while still allowing users to edit with temporary accounts. Results from the experiment showed a significant increase in account creation, with a 27% relative lift among users shown the updated message. As expected, as more people funnel into account creation, temporary accounts decreased by a relative 16%. The experiment did not show any significant changes in constructive edit rates or other monitored contributor metrics. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T424595] '''Updates for editors''' * For security reasons, members of certain user groups are [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Mandatory two-factor authentication for users with some extended rights|required to have two-factor authentication]] (2FA) enabled. Members of these groups will be unable to disable the last 2FA method on their account, and it will be impossible to add users without 2FA to these groups. Users will still be able to add new authentication methods or remove them, as long as at least one method is continuously enabled. In the next few weeks, users without 2FA will be removed from these groups. Notably, this applies to bureaucrats. See the linked tasks for deployment schedules. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T423119][https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T423120] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/WMDE Technical Wishes|WMDE Technical Wishes]] will run an [[w:en:A/B testing|A/B test]] on [[:phab:T415904|10 wikis]], testing [[m:WMDE Technical Wishes/References/Reference Previews|potential improvements for Reference Previews]]. The experiment will run for ~2 weeks at the end of May / beginning of June and will affect 10% of desktop readers on the participating wikis. * After two successful experiments, the Reader Growth team is rolling out an [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Growth/Image Browsing|Image Browsing]] beta feature for all Wikipedias on mobile on May 25. This means that anyone who has all beta features on by default will start to see this feature, and others can check the box to turn it on in their preferences. The beta feature will include a carousel of all an article's images at the top of the article, with controls for editors to [[mw:Readers/Reader_Growth/Image_Browsing#Phase_2.1_beta_feature|exclude images from the article's carousel or to exclude an article from the feature entirely]]. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:30}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:30|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, three dimensional STL files were being rendered incorrectly by the media viewer 3D extension which is now fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T416723] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * The legacy CSS classes <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>tleft</nowiki></code></bdi> and <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>tright</nowiki></code></bdi> have been replaced with <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>floatleft</nowiki></code></bdi> and <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>floatright</nowiki></code></bdi> as the former do not work consistently across all MediaWiki platforms, notably mobile web and mobile apps. Projects relying on these classes are encouraged to review related usage and plan for migration. Please note that <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>floatleft</nowiki></code></bdi> and <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>floatright</nowiki></code></bdi> may also be deprecated in future, although there are currently no plans to do so. [[phab:T426452|Read more]]. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.4|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/22|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W22"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 21:52, 25 May 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:Quiddity (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30584502 --> == Information == Hello! Found your account from the list of admins. I'm an admin of the Albanian Wikipedia and recently one of our users approached me for some help regarding Wikivoyage but I didn't have the necessary information to help them. They asked me about a template that was put in one of the articles they had recently worked during a workshop. In [[Bulqiza]] it says the article can be further improved but they are not exactly sure how. What is generally missing on it? Is it formatting, information or something else? Can you give us an Albanian city article which is in a good shape which we can later on use as a model? Thank you in advance! - [[User:Klein Muçi|Klein Muçi]] ([[User talk:Klein Muçi|talk]]) 01:08, 1 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, not SHB2000 here. The Bulqiza article was miscategorised as an 'Outline', when it should have been a 'Usable' article; I have upgraded its [[WV:Article status]]. I believe the only Albania article that is higher than a 'Usable' is [[Tirana]], which is a 'Guide' - not sure how useful the capital city is as a model for Bulqiza. Most of the nine [[Albania#Cities]] are at 'Usable' status, so they might be helpful. Otherwise, your friend could check out [[:Category:Guide articles]] and [[:Category:Star articles]] for inspiration from around the world. All the best --[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 01:26, 1 June 2026 (UTC) ::Hey {{re|Klein Muçi}}, nice to see your name after so long! TT! has said most of what I wanted to say – namely we don't really have a large enough community to have a dedicated process for upgrading article statuses, meaning anyone (including the primary author of the article) is free to do so (except for star, which is a dead process anyway). I know technically not Albania, but [[Pristina]] is also another good article that you can use as a model. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 1 June 2026 (UTC) :::Hello, @[[User:SHB2000|SHB2000]] and @[[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]]! Thank you for your fast response! :::I understand. I was thinking it would be something similar to that because we have similar issues on my homewiki regarding article grading. Not enough activity to keep the process running smoothly. I mostly wanted to have some clear models for each status so I know what to show people asking for directions on how to further improve their articles. That's what we usually do on my homewiki. :::And good to hear from you too, SHB2000! Maybe it's intended but just to give an outsider point of view, both your talk pages (SHB2000 and ThunderingTyphoons!) give the impression that you are not that much active here anymore. I first went to TT!'s talk page and the latest discussions were about a lack of activity from many months ago. Then I came to your talk page and only saw non-human messages. It was only after checking your latest contributions that I decided to write anyway. It was surprising when you both replied to me that fast. (I'm glad for that.) - [[User:Klein Muçi|Klein Muçi]] ([[User talk:Klein Muçi|talk]]) 11:19, 1 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:ATUFAA|ATUFAA]], FYI regarding Bulqiza. - [[User:Klein Muçi|Klein Muçi]] ([[User talk:Klein Muçi|talk]]) 11:20, 1 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you! [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-32527-44|&#126;2026-32527-44]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-32527-44|talk]]) 11:29, 1 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Klein Muçi|Klein Muçi]]: haha yeah I don't really get many talk page messages here, and I'm too lazy to move my tech news updates to Meta :P. Anyway, glad I could help! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 11:39, 1 June 2026 (UTC) == This Month in Education: May 2026 == <div class="plainlinks" lang="en" dir="ltr"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:2.9em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">This Month in Education</span> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:1.4em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> Volume 15 • Issue 5 • May 2026</span> <div style="border-top:1px solid #a2a9b1; border-bottom:1px solid #a2a9b1; padding:0.5em; font-size:larger; margin-bottom:0.2em">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/May 2026|Contents]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/May 2026/Headlines|Headlines]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe]]</div> <div style="color:white; font-size:1.8em; font-family:Montserrat; background:#92BFB1;">In This Issue</div></div> <div style="text-align: left; column-count: 2; column-width: 35em;"> * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Teaching innovation with Wikimedia. Shared experiences in Spanish Universities|Teaching innovation with Wikimedia. Shared experiences in Spanish Universities]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Editing Wikipedia with Viktor Hygo High School in Albania|Editing Wikipedia with Viktor Hygo High School in Albania]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Debating free license in Brazil|Debating free license in Brazil]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Microclimatic Explainers: A short-form media approach to build micro-level environmental awareness in India|Microclimatic Explainers: A short-form media approach to build micro-level environmental awareness in India]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Ukraine publishes the first academic collection of papers on Wikipedia and Wikimedia Projects|Ukraine publishes the first academic collection of papers on Wikipedia and Wikimedia Projects]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Wiki Digital Youth Club Launches in Tanzania: Youth Build Digital Skills Through Competitive Quest Challenges|Wiki Digital Youth Club Launches in Tanzania: Youth Build Digital Skills Through Competitive Quest Challenges]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Wiki Youth Participation in Building Rwanda’s Open Knowledge Ecosystem|Wiki Youth Participation in Building Rwanda’s Open Knowledge Ecosystem]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Wikimedia Digi-Youth Club in Nigeria|Wikimedia Digi-Youth Club in Nigeria]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Wikimedia MKD's Education News & Activities|Wikimedia MKD's Education News & Activities]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/May 2026/Wikipedia Serbia's interns and Wiki Ambassadors provide crucial support towards end of the school year|Wikipedia Serbia's interns and Wiki Ambassadors provide crucial support towards end of the school year]] </div> <div style="margin-top:10px; text-align: center; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/About|About ''This Month in Education'']] · [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe/Unsubscribe]] · [[m:Special:MyLanguage/MassMessage|Global message delivery]] · For the team: [[:m:User:ZI Jony|ZI Jony]] 16:53, 1 June 2026 (UTC)</div> </div> <!-- Message sent by User:ZI Jony@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/This_Month_in_Education&oldid=30604297 --> == Tech News: 2026-23 == <section begin="technews-2026-W23"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/23|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience|Reader Experience team]] is conducting an experiment to show the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience/Reading lists|reading lists]] feature, which is still in development, to logged-out mobile readers to test whether it encourages account creation at a higher rate compared to the watchstar button. The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience/Reading lists#Experiment timeline|experiment]] was launched on May 18th on German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Dutch, Turkish, and Urdu wikis, and it will run for a month. * The Wikimedia Apps team released [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia Apps/Team/Explore Feed Refresh/Phase 1|Phase 1]] of the redesigned Home Feed to the Android Beta app. The new Home Feed includes a refreshed "Community" tab and a personalized "For You" tab featuring daily updated reading recommendations. The redesign is part of a broader effort to improve content discovery and create more engaging learning experiences in the Wikipedia apps. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:18}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:18|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where images could fail to load for some suggested edits on [[w:Special:Homepage|Special:Homepage]], leaving the thumbnail stuck in a loading state, has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T424048] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.5|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/23|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W23"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 21:09, 1 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30613639 --> == Tech News: 2026-24 == <section begin="technews-2026-W24"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/24|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * Wikimedia Enterprise has increased the free usage limits for its API offerings. The monthly request limit for the On-demand API has increased from 5,000 to 50,000 requests, while the Snapshot API limit has increased from 15 to 30 requests per month. In addition, Structured Contents snapshots are now available for free accounts. These changes expand access to Wikimedia Enterprise data for developers, researchers, and organizations using Wikimedia content. [https://enterprise.wikimedia.com/blog/enhanced-free-api] '''Updates for editors''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia_Apps/Team/Explore Feed Refresh/Phase 1|refreshed Explore Feed]], now called the Home Feed, is rolling out to 50% of users of the Wikipedia Android app. The Home Feed helps readers discover relevant content through two new tabs: ''Community'' and ''For You''. The Community tab provides a scrollable feed of curated content and updates from the broader Wikimedia community and movement, while the ''For You'' tab offers a full-screen, swipeable experience that shows content tailored to a user's interests. The redesign is part of a broader effort to improve discovery and enhance the learning experience in the Wikipedia app. * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia Apps/Team/iOS/"Which came first?" Game|Which came first?]] daily trivia game is now available in the beta version of the Wikipedia iOS app in English, German, French, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, and Turkish. The game uses historical events from Wikipedia's "On This Day" content and challenges readers to guess which of two events happened first. The game was previously released on Android. Communities interested in making the game available in their languages can [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia_Apps/Team/Games#Game availability by language|read the instructions and requirements]]. * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/WMDE Technical Wishes/Sub-referencing|Sub-referencing]], a new MediaWiki feature that allows editors to reuse references with different details, will begin rolling out to Wikimedia wikis following a successful pilot phase. Deployment will start on 8 June for most [[wikitech:Deployments/Train#Wednesday|Group 1 wikis]] and French Wikipedia, with additional Wikipedia language editions receiving the feature over the coming months. Communities are encouraged to prepare by checking for [https://translatewiki.net/w/i.php?title=Special%3ATranslate&group=ext-cite&language=en&action_source=search&filter=%21translated&optional=1&action=translate untranslated Cite extension messages] in their language and reviewing any use of [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Reference Tooltips|Reference Tooltips]], which may require [[:phab:T416304#11668731|updates]] to support the new functionality. Wikis using [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Reference Previews|Reference Previews]] do not need to take any action. Communities may also wish to create the ''cite-tracking-category-ref-details'' [[Special:TrackingCategories|tracking category]] as a hidden category using <code><nowiki>__HIDDENCAT__</nowiki></code> (or a dedicated template), and connect it to the corresponding Wikidata item [[d:Q129764848]]. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T425662] * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Growth/Mobile page previews#Experimentation|Page Previews experiment]] on mobile web has concluded. The team decided not to roll out the feature after the results showed no statistically significant impact on reader retention, as the primary success metric was retention improvement. Page Previews, which are already available on desktop and in the apps, display a thumbnail, lead paragraph, and link to the full article when readers tap a blue link. The experiment tested this experience on mobile web across six Wikipedias. * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Codex/Design/Icons|user interface icon library]] will be [[phab:T399175|updated later this week or next week]]. Most of the ~300 icons have been slightly refined and ~30 new icons have been added. These changes improve the icons to make them more consistent and comprehensible, and provide more visual balance when they are used in groups. * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Universal Language Selector|Universal Language Selector]] (ULS) interface in MediaWiki, which helps users select content in other languages, has been updated. The new version improves speed and accessibility, and users of Wikimedia projects can now pin languages for quicker language switching. The deployment to Wikimedia sites will happen gradually in the coming weeks. You can test it now as a beta feature by selecting [[Special:Preferences#mw-prefsection-betafeatures|beta features]] in your profile preferences and share your feedback on [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Universal Language Selector/New ULS|the project page]]. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:21}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:21|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where the Pageviews Analysis dashboard on pageviews.wmcloud.org stopped updating graph data in May 2026, affecting all users, has been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T427171] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * The function signature for <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>mw.util.addPortletLink()</nowiki></code></bdi> has been simplified. Developers can now pass a configuration object instead of a list of positional parameters when creating portlet links. The previous function signature remains supported for backwards compatibility. For example, instead of: <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>mw.util.addPortletLink('p-cactions', '#', 'Stub', 'ca-stubtag', 'Add a stub tag to this page');</nowiki></code></bdi> use <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>mw.util.addPortletLink('p-cactions', { href: '#', text: 'Stub', id: 'ca-stubtag', tooltip: 'Add a stub tag to this page' });</nowiki></code></bdi>. Script maintainers are encouraged to review existing uses of <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>addPortletLink()</nowiki></code></bdi> and update them where appropriate. This change will be available on all wikis from 11 June. Thanks to community volunteer Gerges for contributing this improvement. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T427945] * '''Community Wishlist discussion''': Product & Technology [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Community Wishlist/Updates#May 20, 2026: Community Tech becomes a program|introduced changes]] meant to increase the number and complexity of wishes fulfilled, including the disbanding of the Community Tech team. They are [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Community Wishlist/Updates|engaging in discussions]] about a [[m:Talk:Community Wishlist#Proposed direction for Wishlist|proposed direction for the wishlist]] from community members. Includes ways to structure annual voting, better tracking of wishes, removing focus areas, and [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Community Wishlist/Updates|staffing updates]]. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.6|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/24|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W24"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 21:30, 8 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30650573 --> == ''This Month in GLAM'': May 2026 == {| style="width:100%;" | valign="top" align="center" style="border:1px gray solid; padding:1em;" | {| align="center" |- | style="text-align: center;" | [[File:This Month in GLAM logo 2018.png|350px|center|link=outreach:GLAM/Newsletter]]<br /> <hr /> <div style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;">[[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026|<span style="color:darkslategray;">This Month in GLAM – Volume XVI, Issue V, May 2026</span>]]</div> <hr /><br /> |- style="text-align: center;" | <span style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman;"> '''<u>Headlines</u>'''</span> |- style="font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;" | <div style="text-align:left; column-count:2; column-width:28em; vertical-align:top;"> * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/From the team|From the team]]: May Global GLAM Call Recording and June Call Announcement * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Australia report|Australia report]]: Celebrating #1Lib1Ref Australasia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Brazil report|Brazil report]]: GLAM Connection: Fashion, History, and Biodiversity in May * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/France report|France report]]: New Wikimedian in Residence * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Italy report|Italy report]]: Connecting the Arctic and Sicily through Wikimedia Projects * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Mexico report|Mexico report]]: How the cultural, governmental, educational, and museum sectors contributed in unison to Wikimedia projects * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Netherlands report|Netherlands report]]: Setting up your own platform (part 1): from wish to the creation of a wiki * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/New Zealand report|New Zealand report]]: ESEAP Conference 2026 and the NZBSI WiR update * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Macedonia report|North Macedonia report]]: Wikimedia MKD Shares GLAM Experience at International Conferences * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Poland report|Poland report]]: Partnerships, Participation, and Open Knowledge * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Serbia report|Serbia report]]: May in Wikimedia Serbia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Spain report|Spain report]]: El Prado en femenino III * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Switzerland report|Switzerland report]]: Museum for Communication, Panel IMD, Wikipedia Day * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/UK report|UK report]]: Early Qurans on the front page of Wikipedia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Biodiversity Heritage Library report|Biodiversity Heritage Library report]]: Updates on work by BHLWiki Working Group members * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Special story|Special story]]: New tools for multilingual audio, video and metadata * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Memory of the World report|Memory of the World report]]: New articles in Urdu * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Contents/Events|Calendar]]: June's GLAM events </div> |- | style="font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter|Read this edition in full]] &bull; [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/May 2026/Single|Single-page]] |- | valign="top" colspan="2" style="padding:0.5em; font-family:Times New Roman;text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | To assist with preparing the newsletter, please visit the [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/Newsroom|newsroom]]. 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'''Weekly highlight''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Growth|Reader Growth team]] has launched an [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Growth/Image Browsing|Image Browsing]] beta feature on the mobile web version of all Wikipedias. The feature shows an image carousel at the top of articles with 3 or more images. Editors can configure this feature with the following controls: to hide a specific image from a page, either use <code>class=notpageimage</code> excluding it from thumbnail previews, or <code>class=noviewer</code> excluding it from MediaViewer. The carousel can also be disabled from a page entirely, with the magic word <code><nowiki>__NOMEDIAVIEWERCAROUSEL__</nowiki></code>. To submit feedback or flag bugs, please visit the [[mw:Talk:Readers/Reader Growth/Image Browsing|project page]]. * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Tables#class="wikitable"|Wikitables]] can now be [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Sortable tables#Forcing the initial sort direction|sorted in descending order]] on the first click by adding <code dir=ltr>data-sort-order="desc"</code> to the header cell. Previously, by default, clicking a column header for the first time sorts it in ascending order. This addition to a Wikitable gives it more control and flexibility, while the default behavior for subsequent clicks remains unchanged. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T398416] '''Updates for editors''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance|Article guidance]] feature is currently being tested with some editors creating new articles on the Simple English, French, and Turkish Wikipedias. The experiment will soon begin on the Arabic and Bangla Wikipedias as well. [[w:simple:Special:NewArticle|This feature]] gives editors community-curated guidance to help them create articles that follow community standards. Experienced editors can continue creating or adapting outlines for specific article types that are commonly created by less experienced contributors. The outlines guide less experienced editors in creating high-quality articles. A quick guide to markups used in outlines can be found on [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance/Test feature guide#Markups in outlines|this page]]. [[w:simple:Wikipedia:Article Guidance|Example outlines]] that can be adapted and instructions for how to adapt them are on [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Article guidance#Adapting a sample outline in a Wikipedia|this section]] of the project page. * Wikis that wish to replace the "indefinitely" button in Special:Block for temporary accounts (for example, wikis that block temporary users only until account expiration) will be able to do so by creating [[MediaWiki:ipb-indefinite-expiry-temporary-account]] with the block duration they want. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T427125] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:41}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:41|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. '''Updates for technical contributors''' * By the end of June, a valid user-agent string will be required for automated dumps downloads from the dumps.wikimedia.org website. Automated requests that provide a generic or empty user-agent will be blocked. This [[phab:T400119|extends enforcement]] of the long standing [[foundation:Special:MyLanguage/Policy:Wikimedia Foundation User-Agent Policy|user-agent policy]]. Access to dumps through Wikimedia Cloud Services will not change. * The roll out of global [[mw:Wikimedia APIs/Rate limits|API rate limits]] is now complete, with limits enforced across all APIs and at the documented levels for all groups. Bots running in Toolforge/WMCS or with the bot user right on any wiki remain exempt. All bots should continue to follow the documented best practices to avoid being rate limited. * The [https://api.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page API Portal wiki] will be read only starting this week (June 15-18). The following week (June 22-25), all API Portal wiki URLs will redirect to [[mw:Wikimedia APIs|Wikimedia APIs on mediawiki.org]]. Learn more on the [[wikitech:API Portal/Deprecation|project page]]. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.7|MediaWiki]] '''Meetings and events''' * On June 17th at 6pm UTC the WMF will be holding Discord call focused on a code review. We've heard through the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Developer Satisfaction Survey/2026|Developer Satisfaction Survey]] that volunteers are struggling with code review and we'd like to discuss these experiences with the goal of surfacing workable solutions. You can join the call [https://discord.gg/wikipedia?event=1514727511102062664 via the Wikimedia Community Discord server]. * The [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Conferencia Wikimedia de América Latina 2026|Latin American Wikimedia Conference]] will host a regional hackathon that will bring together the Wikimedia movement’s technical community including developers, system administrators, data scientists, and users with extended rights. Interested technical contributors can [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf4osJzTHBJjQbYJk7TMVEJjTEQv7IgtsUDfP-o-qTgeRQQxw/viewform apply for a scholarship] to participate until June 21 at midnight (Bolivia time, UTC-4). * Sign up for Wikimania Team Challenges to join this special event. The Team challenges will take place online and in person from July 21 to 22, before Wikimania conference. Everyone is welcome, regardless of skills or Wikimania registration. Teams will work on 10 important challenges supporting the Wikimedia community. 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'''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/25|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W25"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 16:49, 15 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:UOzurumba (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30689604 --> == Minor point == In WV:Administrators you removed "on" from "come on back" & commented "can't believe no one had noticed this (pretty egregious) typo for years now". I agree with the removal but not the comment; this is a dialect difference, not a typo. At least in my part of Canada, & I suspect more widely, using "on" here is quite normal in speech or informal writing. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:25, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :Interesting – TIL that it's a pretty normal expression elsewhere (and I stand corrected then). Appreciate the insight :). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:30, 16 June 2026 (UTC) == Probably 'cos it wasn't a typo == [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=Wikivoyage:Administrators&diff=prev&oldid=5293131 Just informal language] :-) {{quote| :The Devil bowed his head because he knew that he'd been beat. :And he laid that golden fiddle on the ground at Johnny's feet. :Johnny said, "Devil, just come on back, if you ever wanna try again, :I done told you once, you son of a bitch, I'm the best that's ever been!"|author=''The Devil Went Down to Georgia'', The Charlie Daniels Band}} Doesn't matter either way, [[User:ThunderingTyphoons!|ThunderingTyphoons!]] ([[User talk:ThunderingTyphoons!|talk]]) 07:45, 17 June 2026 (UTC) :lmao....I admire the dedication :p //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 08:05, 17 June 2026 (UTC) == ''The Signpost'': 21 June 2026 == <div lang="en" dir="ltr" class="mw-content-ltr" style="margin-top:10px; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">[[File:WikipediaSignpostIcon.svg|40px|right]] ''News, reports and features from the English Wikipedia's newspaper''</div> <div style="column-count:2;"> * From the editors: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/From the editors|Ways for beginners to support ''The Signpost'' community journalism]] * News and notes: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/News and notes|Community Tech development team disbanded]] * Disinformation report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Disinformation report|PR for the people?]] * Recent research: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Recent research|Proposed tagging system for AI involvement; successful and unsuccessful AI tools for contributors]] * In the media: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/In the media|Who won a 14th century battle and who won the 2026 Iran war?]] * Community view: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Community view|Putting the Wish into the Wishlist]] * In focus: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/In focus|A global standard for Neutral Point of View]] * On the bright side: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/On the bright side|Flowers, blue helmets, reefs, pride, and Juneteenth]] * Op-ed: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Op-ed|Breathe, Don’t Panic, there is a different story about Wikimedia + AI futures]] * Opinion: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Opinion|Wikimedia Foundation staff develop union and Wikimedia user community reacts]] * Technology report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Technology report|Community Tech team is disbanded, controversy erupts]] * Traffic report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Traffic report|'Cause this is thriller, thriller night]] * WikiConference report: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/WikiConference report|Report of Volunteer Supporters Network Annual Meeting 2026]] * Comix: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Comix|Take your turn]] * Humour: [[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost/2026-06-21/Humour|Group of banned T-shirt makers comes out of hiding to sell new Wikipedia-themed merchandise]] </div> <div style="margin-top:10px; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">'''[[w:en:Wikipedia:Wikipedia Signpost|Read this Signpost in full]]''' · [[w:en:Wikipedia:Signpost/Single|Single-page]] · [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Signpost|Unsubscribe]] · [[m:Global message delivery|Global message delivery]] 03:21, 21 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Sent via script ([[w:en:User:JPxG/SPS]]) --></div> <!-- Message sent by User:Bri@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Signpost&oldid=30604303 --> == Tech News: 2026-26 == <section begin="technews-2026-W26"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/26|Translations]] are available. '''Weekly highlight''' * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Growth/Feature summary|Growth features]] are [[phab:T418115|now available at Wikidata]]. This update enables access to Mentorship ([[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Growth/Mentorship|if configured]]), Impact module, the Help Panel, and a simplified Newcomer Homepage (without Suggested Edits). Wikidata administrators are still configuring the features through Community Configuration. '''Updates for editors''' * The special page [[{{#special:RangeCalculator}}]] has been created. It allows users to find an IP range without needing to rely on external tools. Until now, this tool was only available to CheckUsers. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T268429] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/WMDE Technical Wishes/Sub-referencing|Sub-referencing]] is a new MediaWiki feature that allows editors to reuse references with different details. It will be deployed to most small and medium-sized Wikipedia language versions on June 23. The [[m:Special:MyLanguage/WMDE Technical Wishes/Sub-referencing#deployment|FAQ]] lists possible actions to take on your wiki to support the deployment. Check the [[:phab:T414094|rollout plan]] for the next deployment steps. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T428902] * Starting next week, users will get a notification when they are blocked or unblocked from editing, or if this block changes. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T100974] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:32}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:32|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. '''Updates for technical contributors''' * Starting next week, abuse filters that are set to "require CAPTCHA verification" will begin to also affect users with the <code>skipcaptcha</code> right, which includes most autoconfirmed users. Bots are exempted. This change only affects edits that trigger an abuse filter. The <code>skipcaptcha</code> right will continue to exempt users from having to solve CAPTCHAs in the ordinary course of using the wikis. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T402595] * Reference documentation for the [[wikitech:Machine_Learning/LiftWing/API|Lift Wing API]] has moved from the API Portal to the interactive [https://wikitech.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?api=lift-wing&title=Special%3ARestSandbox REST Sandbox]. * The API Portal wiki is now closed. For API documentation, see [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia_APIs|Wikimedia APIs on mediawiki.org]]. All API Portal wiki URLs (https://api.wikimedia.org/wiki/) will redirect to the mediawiki.org page starting June 22. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T427537] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.8|MediaWiki]] '''Meetings and events''' * Join an online call on 25 June at 2:30pm UTC to meet the current Wikimedia interns for [[mw:Google_Summer_of_Code/2026|Google Summer of Code]] and [[mw:Outreachy/Round_32|Outreachy]]. Interns will provide an overview of their projects and a brief demo of their work so far. Attendees are encouraged to [[mw:event:Google_Summer_of_Code/Summer_2026_June_Internship_open_session|share ideas and connections in their community]]. '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/26|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W26"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 13:05, 23 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:Trizek (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30722494 --> == June 2026 CEE Newsletter is out == Dear all, The [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/CEE/Newsletter/June_2026 June 2026 issue] of the CEE Newsletter has been published. After a three years of being an editor of the Newsletter, this will be my last issue. Over the years, I've been putting on multiple hats and now is time to take one off. I would like to share many thanks to everyone I had the honor of collaborating with. Many of you are not only readers, but also authors. It was always a great joy to read all the amazing stories from all around the region, you are the ones making this newsletter special. '''Read the full newsletter [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/CEE/Newsletter/June_2026 here].''' As always, we have prepared a [https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/CEE/Newsletter/June_2026/ru Russian version] of the same issue. Happy reading! Take care, Jan --[[User:Janbery|janbery]] ([[User talk:Janbery|talk]]) 14:03, 26 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:Janbery@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/CEE&oldid=30548854 --> == This Month in Education: June 2026 == <div class="plainlinks" lang="en" dir="ltr"> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:2.9em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">This Month in Education</span> <span style="font-weight:bold; color:#00A7E2; font-size:1.4em; font-family:'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> Volume 15 • Issue 6 • June 2026</span> <div style="border-top:1px solid #a2a9b1; border-bottom:1px solid #a2a9b1; padding:0.5em; font-size:larger; margin-bottom:0.2em">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/June 2026|Contents]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/June 2026/Headlines|Headlines]] • [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe]]</div> <div style="color:white; font-size:1.8em; font-family:Montserrat; background:#92BFB1;">In This Issue</div></div> <div style="text-align: left; column-count: 2; column-width: 35em;"> * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Wikipedia Editathon at Dinajpur Govt. College: Empowering Graduate Students in the Open Knowledge Movement|Wikipedia Editathon at Dinajpur Govt. College: Empowering Graduate Students in the Open Knowledge Movement]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Wikimedia Serbia prepares for Edu Wiki camp 2026|Wikimedia Serbia prepares for Edu Wiki camp 2026]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Wiki Digi-Youth Clubs pilot explores challenge-based learning across three countries|Wiki Digi-Youth Clubs pilot explores challenge-based learning across three countries]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Why the EduWiki Hub Starter Kit Matters for the Future of Education|Why the EduWiki Hub Starter Kit Matters for the Future of Education]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Portuguese Universities adopt free knowledge tools: Wikipedia is the favorite|Portuguese Universities adopt free knowledge tools: Wikipedia is the favorite]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Translating on Wikipedia used as extra – credit assignment in University of Prishtina, Kosovo|Translating on Wikipedia used as extra – credit assignment in University of Prishtina, Kosovo]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Strengthening Wikimedia Education Through Community Learning and Digital Literacy Initiatives|Strengthening Wikimedia Education Through Community Learning and Digital Literacy Initiatives]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Small Group, Big Impact: Building Skills Through the Wikimedia Volunteer Focus Group in Botswana|Small Group, Big Impact: Building Skills Through the Wikimedia Volunteer Focus Group in Botswana]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/"25x25 Project – Celebrating Wikipedia" in Córdoba, Argentina|"25x25 Project – Celebrating Wikipedia" in Córdoba, Argentina]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Mapping and gathering educational activities on Wiki in Brazilian universities|Mapping and gathering educational activities on Wiki in Brazilian universities]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Growing Wiki Education in the Philippines: Highlights from Bikol WikiConference 2026|Growing Wiki Education in the Philippines: Highlights from Bikol WikiConference 2026]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/From Mentee to Builder: Six Months in the EduWiki Hub Mentorship Program|From Mentee to Builder: Six Months in the EduWiki Hub Mentorship Program]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/EduWiki Hub publishes its first Community Newsletter|EduWiki Hub publishes its first Community Newsletter]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Click, Capture, and Contribute: Scaling Open Knowledge Through Mobile Photography|Click, Capture, and Contribute: Scaling Open Knowledge Through Mobile Photography]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Education in Action: Limkokwing School Adoption Program 2026 and Wikimedia Learning Outcomes|Education in Action: Limkokwing School Adoption Program 2026 and Wikimedia Learning Outcomes]] * [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/June 2026/Impact of Wiki Digi youth Clubs initiative in education of Rwanda|Impact of Wiki Digi youth Clubs initiative in education of Rwanda]] </div> <div style="margin-top:10px; text-align: center; font-size:90%; padding-left:5px; font-family:Georgia, Palatino, Palatino Linotype, Times, Times New Roman, serif;">[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/About|About ''This Month in Education'']] · [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/This Month in Education|Subscribe/Unsubscribe]] · [[m:Special:MyLanguage/MassMessage|Global message delivery]] · For the team: [[:m:User:ZI Jony|ZI Jony]] 04:16, 28 June 2026 (UTC)</div> </div> <!-- Message sent by User:ZI Jony@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/This_Month_in_Education&oldid=30725833 --> == Tech News: 2026-27 == <section begin="technews-2026-W27"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/27|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * As part of the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Contributors/Account Creation Experiments|Account Creation Experiments]], the Growth team tested adding a user account icon in the mobile web header for logged-out users, providing direct access to "Create account" and "Log in" actions. The experiment increased account creation by about 20% without negatively affecting edit quality or constructive edit rates. The feature will now be rolled out to all Wikimedia Foundation wikis on mobile web in the first week of July. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T428220] * After a [[phab:T426248|successful experiment]], logged-in users who did not [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Email_confirmation|confirm their email address]] when their account was created see a new banner asking them to complete that process. This helps reduce the risk that users get locked out of their account, and makes account email addresses overall more reliable. This is part of the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Product Safety and Integrity/Account Security|Account Security]] project. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T428292] * An update to [[Special:Search|Search]] is refining how the <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>-prefix:</nowiki></code></bdi> behaves when used to exclude results. Previously, using <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>-prefix:</nowiki></code></bdi> with negation could unintentionally broaden search results by adding the namespaces included in the search scope, leading to confusing behavior for users expecting a straightforward exclusion filter. With the update, <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>-prefix:</nowiki></code></bdi> will now strictly exclude matching page titles as intended and may display a warning if the relevant namespace has not been explicitly selected. The behavior of <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>prefix:</nowiki></code></bdi> without negation however remains unchanged. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T427443] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:33}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:33|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where reviewers using the Page Curation toolbar were not automatically subscribed to talk page discussions they started has now been fixed. Reviewers will now receive notifications when someone replies to those discussions. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T329346] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * Starting June 29th, automated downloads from the dumps.wikimedia.org website will be subject to the [[Foundation:Special:MyLanguage/Policy:Wikimedia Foundation User-Agent Policy|user-agent policy]]. Automated requests that provide a generic or empty user-agent will be blocked. Access to dumps through Wikimedia Cloud Services remains unaffected. This is a follow up to the announcement made in the [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/25|2026/25 issue of Tech News]]. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.9|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/27|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W27"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 11:48, 29 June 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30744833 --> == Tech News: 2026-28 == <section begin="technews-2026-W28"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/28|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:34}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:34|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where the search bar results on Wikidata, showed English results instead of using the correct language fallback for users of language variants, has now been fixed. Search suggestions will now follow the expected language fallback chain. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T429769] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * In preparation for [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Event:Celebrate Women|Celebrate Women campaign]] planned for March 2027, the Wikimedia Foundation’s [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia Foundation/Advancement/Community Growth/Content Enablement|Content Enablement team]] has launched a 22-question survey to better understand technical contributions by women+ (anyone who identifies as a woman) across Wikimedia projects. The survey takes approximately 15–20 minutes to complete and will remain open until 20 July 2026. The [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Celebrate Women/Technical contributions survey|questions]] are also available on-wiki for review in advance. * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Extension:Score|Score extension]] now supports rendering music scores as SVG images in addition to PNG, addressing a long-standing [[:phab:T49578|feature request]] and resolving historical image quality issues. Both formats are now provided to clients, with PNG in the <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>src</nowiki></code></bdi> attribute and SVG in the <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>srcset</nowiki></code></bdi> attribute. * The new [[wikitech:Parsoid|Parsoid]] parser [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Parsoid/Parser_Unification/Updates|continues to be deployed to additional wikis]], making it easier to introduce new reading and editing features. It was enabled on French Wikipedia, bringing total progress to covering 78.9% of Wikipedia page views. Rollout to English Wikipedia desktop will progress through this week. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.10|MediaWiki]] '''In depth''' * The Wikimedia Hackathon 2026 [[diffblog:2026/06/29/wikimedia-hackathon-2026-building-collaborating-and-shaping-the-future-together/|recap blog post]] is now live. It highlights the projects, sessions, and social activities from this year’s event, and shares initial plans for the 2027 Wikimedia Hackathon. '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/28|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W28"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 13:57, 6 July 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30773578 --> == Appearance of hounding == Regardless of your good-faith intentions, your decision to close [[Wikivoyage:Votes_for_undeletion/Archives#Template:Section_link|this discussion]] at the exact moment that [[Wikivoyage:Travellers%27_pub#"My_Travel_Map"_is_a_privacy_nightmare|this discussion]] is ongoing raises a serious appearance of [[w:WP:hounding|hounding]]. I urge you to vacate your close and leave it to another editor who does not have this neutrality concern. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 01:21, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :Sdkb, hounding would be if I opposed undeletion just because I disagree with your stances elsewhere. But I closed it despite my own vote supporting undeletion because the consensus was clearly in favor of keeping it deleted (I still think it should be undeleted, but that's not really relevant). If {{u|Ikan Kekek}} giving me the green light wasn't enough, I don't know what you want. Also, this is not enwiki – please cite local policies if you want to tell someone off for closing discussions like these for years now. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 01:30, 9 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ah, I missed that you were an undelete !vote. I will drop this in that case, given that there are a limited number of discussion closers here. (Regarding {{tq|Please cite local policies}}, though, I could have cited [[WV:FUN]] instead, but that itself links out to Meta/Wikipedia policies because documentation here isn't as extensive; I would assume that we abide by the same general behavioral principles as other wikis, though.) <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);{{Text default color}}">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 01:37, 9 July 2026 (UTC) :::If I may: keeping Wikivoyage fun has nothing to do with the fact that Votes for deletion are normally supposed to take 2 weeks. We allow more flexibility for Votes for undeletion to take longer, because people often pay less attention to them, but there is no policy basis for dragging out a clear consensus indefinitely, and ample time was spent on a discussion that obviously was not going to change the outcome. :::Best, :::[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:39, 9 July 2026 (UTC) == ''This Month in GLAM'': June 2026 == {| style="width:100%;" | valign="top" align="center" style="border:1px gray solid; padding:1em;" | {| align="center" |- | style="text-align: center;" | [[File:This Month in GLAM logo 2018.png|350px|center|link=outreach:GLAM/Newsletter]]<br /> <hr /> <div style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;">[[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026|<span style="color:darkslategray;">This Month in GLAM – Volume XVI, Issue VI, June 2026</span>]]</div> <hr /><br /> |- style="text-align: center;" | <span style="font-size:12pt; font-family:Times New Roman;"> '''<u>Headlines</u>'''</span> |- style="font-size:10pt; font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center;" | <div style="text-align:left; column-count:2; column-width:28em; vertical-align:top;"> * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/From the team|From the team]]: Tools, tech, and Wikimania * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Argentina report|Argentina report]]: New digitization partner * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Bangladesh report|Bangladesh report]]: International Museum Day Edit-a-thon and Workshop held in Dinajpur, Bangladesh * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Belgium report|Belgium report]]: Postal Mission on Wikimedia * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Brazil report|Brazil report]]: Empowering Institutions through Wikisource Education and GLAM Capacity Building * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Czech Republic report|Czech Republic report]]: Bridging the gap between labs and Wikipedia: continuing cooperation with FZU * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Egypt report|Egypt report]]: From Museum Celebrations to Archival Documentation * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Finland report|Finland report]]: Northern Wikimedist meetup in Oulu * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/France report|France report]]: #1lib1ref Recap and International Archives Week * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Italy report|Italy report]]: Heritage and Community Action * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Mexico report|Mexico report]]: Open GLAM in Puebla * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Netherlands report|Netherlands report]]: Interview with Olaf Janssen, Wikimedia coordinator of the KB, National library of the Netherlands * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/New Zealand report|New Zealand report]]: BAU at Auckland Museum, Otago Uni Library Life and the NZBSI WiR is complete * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Macedonia report|North Macedonia report]]: Collaboration with the Botanical garden at the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics in Skopje * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Poland report|Poland report]]: Poland Report: New Partnerships, Conferences, and Wikimedians in Residence * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Serbia report|Serbia report]]: Opening the Doors of Serbian Heritage: Wikimedia Serbia’s Recent GLAM and Wikidata Successes * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Spain report|Spain report]]: GLAM Labs Futures 2026 * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Sweden report|Sweden report]]: Finnish-Swedish cooperation * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Switzerland report|Switzerland report]]: Exhibition, International Archives Week Panel * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/UK report|UK report]]: Ninth Good Article from Khalili partnership * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/USA report|USA report]]: Philadelphia WikiSalon * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Biodiversity Heritage Library report|Biodiversity Heritage Library report]]: Updates on work by BHLWiki Working Group members * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/AvoinGLAM report|AvoinGLAM report]]: Is the sauna still hot? * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Memory of the World report|Memory of the World report]]: New articles * [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Contents/Events|Calendar]]: July's GLAM events </div> |- | style="font-family:Times New Roman; text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter|Read this edition in full]] &bull; [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/June 2026/Single|Single-page]] |- | valign="top" colspan="2" style="padding:0.5em; font-family:Times New Roman;text-align:center; font-size:85%;" | To assist with preparing the newsletter, please visit the [[outreach:GLAM/Newsletter/Newsroom|newsroom]]. 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Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/29|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Growth/Revise_Tone|Revise Tone]] helps newcomers identify passages in Wikipedia articles that may contain non-encyclopedic language and encourages them to consider revising the tone. The feature was [[w:en:A/B_testing|A/B tested]] on the Arabic, English, French, and Portuguese Wikipedias, where newcomer task completion rates [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Growth/Revise_Tone#Experiment_Results|increased by 38.7%]] compared to the default Copyedit task, with no decrease in edit quality. The test ended on July 9, and the feature is now available for everyone on these wikis, configurable via Community Configuration. [[phab:T426364|The plan]] is to release Revise Tone to more wikis. * The community configuration that allows [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Growth/Mentorship#Automated mentor list cleanup|automatic removal of inactive mentors]] based on configurable criteria will be enabled on Thursday 16, [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Growth/Deployment|on some wikis]] to keep mentor lists up to date. Mentors are experienced contributors who opt in to help new users on-wiki through the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Growth/Feature summary|Growth Features]]. Administrators can now prepare the settings via [[w:Special:CommunityConfiguration/Mentorship|Special:CommunityConfiguration/Mentorship]]; they will take effect starting Thursday. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:38}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:38|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where some users of the Wikipedia Android app were logged out immediately after signing in, preventing them from staying logged in and editing pages, has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T316916] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * Editing a page via user scripts or gadgets was causing watchlist labels that the user had assigned to that page to reset. This has now been fixed. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T423778] * To work around a Safari bug (see [[phab:T425211]]), on Parsoid-enabled wikis, wikilink hrefs now use absolute urls instead of protocol-relative urls. REST API output remains unchanged and continue to use protocol-relative urls. Gadgets, user scripts, bots, and CSS might need to be adapted if they relied on the presence of protocol-relative urls in wikilink hrefs. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T431358] * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.11|MediaWiki]] '''In depth''' * The Wikimedia Foundation’s Experiment Platform Team has published a blog post reflecting on its first year of structured experimentation. It highlights successful experiments such as Paste Check, Reference Check, and Tone Check, which improved editing outcomes and have been rolled out to more users, as well as experiments that did not lead to product changes. [[diffblog:2026/07/07/moving-the-needle-how-we-test-new-ideas-across-wikimedia-projects|Read more]]. '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/29|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W29"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 16:12, 13 July 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30804401 --> == Tech News: 2026-30 == <section begin="technews-2026-W30"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/30|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Reader/Reader Experience|Reader Experience team]] has incorporated community feedback around the placement of watchstar and watchlist buttons for the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience/WE3.3.4 Reading lists|Reading Lists beta feature]], which would allow for saving articles for later reading – a [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Community Wishlist/W102|wishlist item]] to bring the functionality to web. Editors are invited to enable the beta feature to test it out and [[phab:T426453|share their thoughts]]. * [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/VisualEditor/Suggestion Mode|Suggestion Mode]] offers edit suggestions within the VisualEditor for improving Wikipedia articles. [[Special:EditChecks|All suggestions]] are [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Suggestion mode#For administrators – local customization|community-configurable]]. The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Edit check/TextMatch|TextMatch]] feature is a way for volunteers to create custom local suggestions. The feature searches in articles for strings of text, and now includes support for regular expressions. This gives volunteers greater precision and flexibility over the kinds of local suggestions they can create. Note: Suggestions [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Edit check/Configuration#:~:text=maximumEditcount|can be targeted]] based on the edit count of the person editing as well as other aspects of the page. You can [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Suggestion mode#Create custom local types of Suggestions|find examples from other communities]] for inspiration, including TextMatches that detect: typos, grammar-errors, potential advertisements, clichés, incorrect dash or hyphen usage, non-specific time keywords, outdated names, and more. Any [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Talk:VisualEditor/Suggestion Mode|feedback]] is appreciated. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:27}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:27|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where the SVG Translate tool could use an outdated version of a file, causing existing translations to be overwritten when new ones were uploaded, has now [[phab:T430577|been fixed]]. Overall, in the last quarter from April – June 2026 about 337 community tasks were resolved by the Wikimedia Foundation. '''Updates for technical contributors''' * On Parsoid-enabled wikis, Parsoid now renders a maximum of 1,250 images per page. A new tracking category, "media-limit-reached", will be soon made available to identify pages where this limit is reached, making it easier to find content whose media output may have been restricted during rendering. See [[phab:T430854]] for more information and to provide feedback. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] Detailed code updates later this week: [[mw:MediaWiki 1.47/wmf.12|MediaWiki]] '''''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|Tech news]]''' prepared by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Writers|Tech News writers]] and posted by [[m:Special:MyLanguage/User:MediaWiki message delivery|bot]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News#contribute|Contribute]]&nbsp;• [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/30|Translate]]&nbsp;• [[m:Tech|Get help]]&nbsp;• [[m:Talk:Tech/News|Give feedback]]&nbsp;• [[m:Global message delivery/Targets/Tech ambassadors|Subscribe or unsubscribe]].'' </div><section end="technews-2026-W30"/> <bdi lang="en" dir="ltr">[[User:MediaWiki message delivery|MediaWiki message delivery]]</bdi> 05:47, 21 July 2026 (UTC) <!-- Message sent by User:STei (WMF)@metawiki using the list at https://meta.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Global_message_delivery/Targets/Tech_ambassadors&oldid=30836091 --> == Tech News: 2026-31 == <section begin="technews-2026-W31"/><div class="plainlinks"> Latest '''[[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News|tech news]]''' from the Wikimedia technical community. Please tell other users about these changes. Not all changes will affect you. [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/2026/31|Translations]] are available. '''Updates for editors''' * [[File:Maki-gift-15.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Wishlist item]] [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/ContentTranslation|Content Translation]] now supports dark mode, fulfilling a [[m:Community Wishlist/W544|Community Wishlist request]]. This brings the tool in line with the accessibility features available in the Vector 2022 and Minerva skins, helping reduce visual fatigue for users translating content. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T367077] * DiscussionTools' source mode and the 2017 wikitext editor will now offer autocomplete for links (<bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>[[</nowiki></code></bdi>), templates (<bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>{{</nowiki></code></bdi>), HTML and parser tags (<bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki><</nowiki></code></bdi>), and magic words (<bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>__</nowiki></code></bdi>), making it quicker and easier to insert links, templates, and other wiki markup while editing. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T432400] * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Growth/Mobile page previews|Readers Growth team]] has concluded its experiment with mobile page previews and will not roll out the feature. Page Previews are a pop-up bottom sheet that appears when readers tap a blue link, showing a thumbnail, lead paragraph, and an option to open the article. The experiment showed flat retention and negative indicator metrics, suggesting that mobile web readers preferred navigating directly to linked articles rather than using page previews. * The Reader Experience team has seen encouraging early results from the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Readers/Reader Experience/Reading lists|Reading Lists feature]], with 93% of participating users reporting that it was useful. Reading Lists help active readers save articles for future reading and support their learning goals on Wikimedia projects. The team plans further improvements before expanding the feature to more users. * The [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Wikimedia Apps/Team/Explore Feed Refresh|Explore Feed Refresh]] initiative was tested with new and casual Wikipedia app readers. The refreshed feed helps readers discover new and relevant content. After a 10.5% increase in engagement with the feed, Wikimedia Apps team has decided to scale the Home Feed redesign to iOS with the learnings from the Android release applied. * [[File:Reload icon with two arrows.svg|12px|link=|class=skin-invert|Recurrent item]] View all {{formatnum:23}} community-submitted {{PLURAL:23|task|tasks}} that were [[m:Special:MyLanguage/Tech/News/Recently resolved community tasks|resolved last week]]. For example, an issue where subject names in the Article Guidance feature were displayed with incorrect capitalization on French Wikipedia, has now been fixed. Subject names will now follow the correct capitalization rules for the language. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T427201] '''Updates for technical contributors''' * After running several [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Contributors/Account Creation Experiments|Account Creation Experiments]] to improve registration completion rates, a new version of the username field on [[Special:CreateAccount|Create Account]] has been rolled out. It includes [[:c:File:Create account - July 2026 updates.png|a popover summarizing the username policy]] to provide clearer guidance during account creation. As part of this change, the messages <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>createacct-helpusername</nowiki></code></bdi> and <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>createacct-username-help</nowiki></code></bdi> that several communities have configured will no longer be used. If communities want to customize the guidance shown in the new popover, they can instead edit the following messages: <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>createacct-username-policy-popover-bullet1</nowiki></code></bdi>, <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>createacct-username-policy-popover-bullet2</nowiki></code></bdi>, and <bdi lang="zxx" dir="ltr"><code><nowiki>createacct-username-policy-popover-bullet3</nowiki></code></bdi>. [https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T430604] * Later this week, the [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror|CodeMirror syntax highlighter]] will offer [[w:en:Theme (computing)|themes]]. The themes can be picked from a dropdown menu in the full [[mw:Special:MyLanguage/Help:Extension:CodeMirror#CodeMirror preferences|CodeMirror preferences]] dialog. For wikitext, available themes are default, colorblind-friendly (previously the colorblind preference option on [[Special:Preferences#mw-prefsection-editing]]) and no-highlighting. 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. See our [[Italy]] article for lists of possibilities. :: If you insist on another country, consider [[Malta]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) hxq4z0tnuhobjz0fg42lru5ml6v31c0 5328578 5328322 2026-08-15T02:23:18Z ~2026-44725-22 2437556 5328578 wikitext text/x-wiki <div style=" background: var(--background-color-neutral-subtle, rgba(248, 249, 251, 0.8)); backdrop-filter: blur(6px); -webkit-backdrop-filter: blur(6px); border: 1px solid var(--border-color-muted, #d0d7e2); border-radius: 10px; padding: 1em 1.2em; margin-bottom: 1.5em; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); color: var(--color-base);"> {{shortcut|[[WV:FORUM]]}} Welcome to '''Wikivoyage's travel forum''', a place where you can start a discussion on anything about travel. 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. See our [[Italy]] article for lists of possibilities. :: If you insist on another country, consider [[Malta]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) :::I might be mistaken, but I thought OP had 5 extra days they're allocating to visiting another country? 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *::@[[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]]: [[Lake Bled]] and the [[Julian Alps]] are eyewateringly beautiful, and [[Ljubljana]] is a fairly sleepy but charming capital city. There's plenty more you can do in 5 days tbh (and the country isn't very big, so getting around in a rental car shouldn't be too difficult). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:47, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. See our [[Italy]] article for lists of possibilities. :: If you insist on another country, consider [[Malta]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) :::I might be mistaken, but I thought OP had 5 extra days they're allocating to visiting another country? 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *::@[[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]]: [[Lake Bled]] and the [[Julian Alps]] are eyewateringly beautiful, and [[Ljubljana]] is a fairly sleepy but charming capital city. There's plenty more you can do in 5 days tbh (and the country isn't very big, so getting around in a rental car shouldn't be too difficult). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:47, 15 August 2026 (UTC) *:::The OP said they won't be driving. Our article [[Slovenia] says that 'explosive growth in car ownership has meant tougher times for public transport', so you may have to plan quite carefully. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:53, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. See our [[Italy]] article for lists of possibilities. :: If you insist on another country, consider [[Malta]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) :::I might be mistaken, but I thought OP had 5 extra days they're allocating to visiting another country? 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *::@[[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]]: [[Lake Bled]] and the [[Julian Alps]] are eyewateringly beautiful, and [[Ljubljana]] is a fairly sleepy but charming capital city. There's plenty more you can do in 5 days tbh (and the country isn't very big, so getting around in a rental car shouldn't be too difficult). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:47, 15 August 2026 (UTC) *:::The OP said they won't be driving. Our article [[Slovenia] says that 'explosive growth in car ownership has meant tougher times for public transport', so you may have to plan quite carefully. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:53, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. See our [[Italy]] article for lists of possibilities. :: If you insist on another country, consider [[Malta]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) :::I might be mistaken, but I thought OP had 5 extra days they're allocating to visiting another country? (not just 5 days in Italy.) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 03:46, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::::Country or city, and I agree that it makes most sense to spend the entire time in Italy. 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *::@[[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]]: [[Lake Bled]] and the [[Julian Alps]] are eyewateringly beautiful, and [[Ljubljana]] is a fairly sleepy but charming capital city. There's plenty more you can do in 5 days tbh (and the country isn't very big, so getting around in a rental car shouldn't be too difficult). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:47, 15 August 2026 (UTC) *:::The OP said they won't be driving. Our article [[Slovenia] says that 'explosive growth in car ownership has meant tougher times for public transport', so you may have to plan quite carefully. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:53, 15 August 2026 (UTC) *::::Oh wait my bad...forgot they mentioned the driving bit (which I ''should'' have remembered, given my comment about San Marino earlier). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:19, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. See our [[Italy]] article for lists of possibilities. :: If you insist on another country, consider [[Malta]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) :::I might be mistaken, but I thought OP had 5 extra days they're allocating to visiting another country? (not just 5 days in Italy.) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 03:46, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::::Country or city, and I agree that it makes most sense to spend the entire time in Italy. 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *::@[[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]]: [[Lake Bled]] and the [[Julian Alps]] are eyewateringly beautiful, and [[Ljubljana]] is a fairly sleepy but charming capital city. There's plenty more you can do in 5 days tbh (and the country isn't very big, so getting around in a rental car shouldn't be too difficult). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:47, 15 August 2026 (UTC) *:::The OP said they won't be driving. Our article [[Slovenia] says that 'explosive growth in car ownership has meant tougher times for public transport', so you may have to plan quite carefully. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:53, 15 August 2026 (UTC) *::::Oh wait my bad...forgot they mentioned the driving bit (which I ''should'' have remembered, given my comment about San Marino earlier). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:19, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. See our [[Italy]] article for lists of possibilities. :: If you insist on another country, consider [[Malta]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) :::I might be mistaken, but I thought OP had 5 extra days they're allocating to visiting another country? (not just 5 days in Italy.) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 03:46, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::::Country or city, and I agree that it makes most sense to spend the entire time in Italy. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 08:05, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :::::I don't disagree there either. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:19, 15 August 2026 (UTC) Next go to Germany 🇩🇪 [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44725-22|&#126;2026-44725-22]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44725-22|talk]]) 02:23, 15 August 2026 (UTC) 4zgidbnx5gut6s8o4wdqnp579dq5zex 5328722 5328712 2026-08-15T09:57:46Z WikiSeto 2385779 /* What to add to my trip to italy */ Reply 5328722 wikitext text/x-wiki <div style=" background: var(--background-color-neutral-subtle, rgba(248, 249, 251, 0.8)); backdrop-filter: blur(6px); -webkit-backdrop-filter: blur(6px); border: 1px solid var(--border-color-muted, #d0d7e2); border-radius: 10px; padding: 1em 1.2em; margin-bottom: 1.5em; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); color: var(--color-base);"> {{shortcut|[[WV:FORUM]]}} Welcome to '''Wikivoyage's travel forum''', a place where you can start a discussion on anything about travel. 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Where is reliably warm around that time of year, with natural beauty, good food, good people, maybe good history and culture too? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-77409-4|&#126;2026-77409-4]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-77409-4|talk]]) 17:06, 4 February 2026 (UTC) : Brazil. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:39, 4 February 2026 (UTC) ::I have been to Brazil in January 2024, and it was 38 degrees in Rio [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-33166-58|&#126;2026-33166-58]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-33166-58|talk]]) 19:11, 3 June 2026 (UTC) ::[[Jacó|Jaco]] in [[Costa Rica]] is a beautiful place with a perfectly temperate climate, according to my research. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:33, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:~2026-77409-4|~2026-77409-4]]: Thailand is also nice at that time of year, and it should be dry season then too. Argentina and southern Australia have beaches but Dec/Jan might be too hot (up to your taste, ofc), keeping in mind it's rainy season in the South Pacific. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 4 February 2026 (UTC) :IDK about every year, but Southern California's beaches have been pretty warm this week! I went to [[Seal Beach]] on Groundhog Day! <b style="font-family:Verdana">[[User:Purplebackpack89#top|<b style="color:#3A003A">Pur</b><b style="color:#800080">ple</b>]][[User talk:Purplebackpack89|<b style="color:#991C99">back</b><b style="color:#CC33CC">pack</b><b style="color:gold">89</b>]]</b> 03:12, 5 February 2026 (UTC) :Pick a dark orange area on the map: :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/samk/TXA_202601_samk.gif South America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/asie/TXA_202601_asie.gif Asia] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/afri/TXA_202601_afri.gif Africa] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/namk/TXA_202601_namk.gif North America] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/euro/TXA_202601_euro.gif Europe] :- [https://www.wetteronline.de/?pid=p_rueckblick_colormap&ireq=true&src=rueckblick/vermarktung/wom/de/p_rueckblick_colormap/2026/01/TXA/aupa/TXA_202601_aupa.gif Oceania] :(average high temperature in January) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:18, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::Mexico fits to the written preferences. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-14022-1|&#126;2026-14022-1]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-14022-1|talk]]) 18:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :Two other ideas: [[Southern Province (Sri Lanka)|Southern]] and [[Eastern Province (Sri Lanka)|Eastern]] Sri Lanka, and [[Northland]], New Zealand! My favourite beaches in these areas are Hiriketiya in Southern SL and Waipu in NZ. Southern and Eastern SL are unaffected by the monsoon at that time of year [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 11:03, 20 February 2026 (UTC) :Australia and New Zealand [[User:Sandrabaray|Sandrabaray]] ([[User talk:Sandrabaray|talk]]) 15:27, 9 April 2026 (UTC) :Kerala [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-28147-15|&#126;2026-28147-15]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-28147-15|talk]]) 03:42, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Sanya]] on China's Hainan Island is another possibility but can get crowded at that time of year. Nearby options are [[Lingshui]] and [[Wanning]]. Riyue Bay in Wanning is China's surfing capital. A new wave pool resort opened there last year. [[User:STW932|STW932]] ([[User talk:STW932|talk]]) 04:41, 9 May 2026 (UTC) :[[Canary Islands]] , often referred to as the islands of eternal spring, is quite warm in winter, around 21ºC in january. It has all the benefits of a tropical place with the advantege that you are inside the european union. so no visas nor vaccines. The only inconvenience is that is high seasson in winter. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:21, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :[[Australia]], [[Fiji]] and [[New Zealand]] are all warm in December and January as it's summer. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:34, 13 July 2026 (UTC) == First Time in Gembu, Nigeria, near the border with Cameroon. == I have visited Gembu, one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Nigeria, known for its cool weather and scenic landscapes. I plan to expand its Wikivoyage page to make it more informative and attractive to visitors. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?search=Gembu+nigeria&title=Special%3AMediaSearch&type=image<nowiki></nowiki> [[User:Mr. Snatch|Mr. Snatch]] ([[User talk:Mr. Snatch|talk]]) 01:11, 11 May 2026 (UTC) :01:11, 11May 2026(UTC) [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-36524-55|&#126;2026-36524-55]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-36524-55|talk]]) 00:38, 25 June 2026 (UTC) == FYI: The 27 Most Beautiful Places in the World == {{swept}} https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 02:29, 31 March 2026 (UTC) :Interesting list, thanks. It's a little funny that they call the aurora borealis an "astrological light show", though. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 06:02, 31 March 2026 (UTC) ::It should be "astronomical", as the confusion between astronomy (a branch of science) and astrology (a branch of pseudoscience) is still common, not only in English but also in most cultures. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 07:15, 18 May 2026 (UTC) ::I'm surprised the list is missing places in New Zealand, it's not clear what criteria they actually used for it. It's missing a lot of places in the pacific region. [[User:CooeeCruiser|CooeeCruiser]] ([[User talk:CooeeCruiser|talk]]) 17:39, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Read this article, looks fascinating to me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-69216-3|&#126;2026-69216-3]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-69216-3|talk]]) 05:18, 4 April 2026 (UTC) Hello, good day. Thank you, Rah.What should I do if I am traveling and whenever it says I am traveling, I have to bring my travel documents? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-29968-26|&#126;2026-29968-26]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-29968-26|talk]]) 02:01, 19 May 2026 (UTC) == Recommended number of days in Prague for a first visit == Hi, everyone! A friend, my girlfriend and I will be traveling to Prague in August. Our friend can stay 4 nights, but we can stay longer. Would a week be good? 5 days? I get the impression that a lot of the best things to see and do involve walking a lot, but I'm also seeing that there are interesting museums and places of worship to visit. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:50, 25 May 2026 (UTC) :Prague is an excellent destination so it all depends on your appetite for museums, galleries and architecture. Visitors from west Europe have a short travel time so for a first visit 4 nights / 3 days is about right. You can spend much longer, but at some point the baroque churches will blur before your eyes. Intercontinental visitors might want a week to make the trip worthwhile, but could split the days with another stand-out city such as Vienna, or for a complete change of scenery head for the mountains and national parks. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:07, 26 May 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks. I'll be taking the train from Berlin and back, so no intercontinental visiting for me. I don't think I would tire of beautiful Baroque churches too quickly. To give you some idea of my attitudes, I've spent I think a total of a month cumulatively in Florence and more than that in Paris over the years, and there are plenty more things I want to see in those cities. I love beautiful architecture and art, and my girlfriend and I are also musicians and like to hear good performances. I've spent more time than that in Siena, but mostly as a student, which is different because I was living there, albeit temporarily. While I was there for 35 days in 1991, I visited every church in town that had work by the Lorenzetti brothers and then some, in addition to all the major sights. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:40, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]]: Not that I've been to Czechia, but how willing are you to do daytrips from Praha? I'd spend around half a day at [[Kutna Hora]] for the Sedlec Ossuary and the St Barbara Church. It's about an hour from Praha hlavni nadrazi (main station) using CD so easily doable. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:04, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::We could definitely consider day trips, thanks. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 05:10, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I have been to the Czech Republic several times, but mainly in the 1990s and 2000s. You could easily spend a couple of weeks in the country, but I would suggest only spending about 4 nights in Prague (unless you can stay with friends or other cheap accommodation). Central Prague is very busy and you may find the number of other visitors overwhelming. You could spend 3 nights in [[Brno]], which has a castle, several museums and other interesting buildings. [[Pilsen]] is worth 2 nights to see its cathedral, museums and the home of lager. [[Český Krumlov]] is a World Heritage site town which is worth visiting, but draws the crowds. Also consider a spa town like [[Karlovy Vary]] where you can sample the water and go for country walks, the beautiful churches in [[Olomouc]], the renaissance town of [[Telč]] or the Ossuary in [[Kutná Hora]]. You will probably find sleeping and eating in most of theses places is half the price of Prague. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 23:12, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::Thanks very much. By the way, speaking of eating: I heard from a friend who was in Prague a long time ago that it was almost impossible to get into restaurants there without reservations way in advance. Does anyone know if they have casual eateries like Döner/shawarma houses? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 02:03, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::Another question a traveling partner had was whether it could be dangerous to carry her passport around, so that she could get free transit as a senior in Prague. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 04:36, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::I would say exercise any caution that you'd typically do in any tourist-heavy area plagued with pickpockets like [[Brussels]], [[London]] or [[Paris]]: that is, carry your passport, but keep it in one of those special passport wallets that go around your neck. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 05:16, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::Yes, usual caution suffices, but Prague is not somewhere you need to carry your passport, stow it in the hotel safe with other high-value stuff. If there's anywhere you especially fancy eating then do book (especially in August), but there are plenty of casual eateries. Eat early to beat the crowd. :::::::The day-trips listed in Go Next are comprehensive, that section would benefit from the rule of 7+2. [[Olomouc]] is my pick, the downside is it may suffer by comparison with Prague, whereas if you'd day-tripped there from Ostrava you'd be delighted. Beethoven and the Viennese belle-monde decamped there to escape Napoleon's invasion, whereupon the Olomouc WV page received its last systematic overhaul. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:16, 30 May 2026 (UTC) ::::::::According to [[Prague#By_public_transport]] a passport or EU ID card is required for over 65s to get free travel. I would suggest carrying a paper copy of the passport, with the original in a wallet or money belt under clothing. A visible passport wallet says "I'm a tourist". Alternatively, buy a one month card for 130 Kč if you are over 60 which should mean only showing a passport once. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 20:50, 30 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::Thanks very much, everyone! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:18, 20 July 2026 (UTC) :::::I've expend a couple of days in Prague 3 years ago. I never reserved a restaurant and always found a place, like italian restaurants . There are also fast food places. The amount of tourists in summer time is overwhelming, so you will need some patience. Try to go really early to some places like Charles Bridge or The astronomical clock, otherwise photos will be crowded od people. For me to visit the main places is enough with a couple of days. 4 days is to have a deep visit of some places, however and tend to have very bussy schedules as a tourist. I drove my car, but I haven't more time to visit places around Prague, so no suggestions on this. Check the Unesco listed sites of [[Czech Republic]] for other important destinations. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:49, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::Thanks for your tips. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:17, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::: [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] I have been in Prague recently, it is a destination that is very, very crowded with tourists, (if you have a hard time with [[overtourism]], it is not for you). Even in the middle of the week there are lots of school groups. So places like the Citadel can be too crowded. I was in Prague for 4.5 days, and I felt that after two days I had exhausted the place. ::::::: If you are already there, Wenceslas Square is under construction and so is the cable car. Which can cloud the experience, in addition, the really good restaurants are not in the old town, where you will find mostly tourist traps, but in the east, mainly around Náměstí Míru. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:15, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::::::::Thank you. I appreciate the tips! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 17:17, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Place to upkeep a list of Camino sleeping locations == Hi dears, Our Camino Lituano community is searching for a better way to share information on contacts, prices and amenities of various places to stay. I did not notice Wikivoyage being used for a similar purpose, so probably this is not a good place. Maybe you have suggestions how and where to collaboratively work on such information? [[User:Dūdėnas|Dūdėnas]] ([[User talk:Dūdėnas|talk]]) 08:39, 21 June 2026 (UTC) : An itinerary article could be written on this route -- see [[Itineraries]] for examples of the type -- though it would need quite a bit of work. Note, however, that info on places to stay generally goes in destination articles -- mostly towns along the route -- not in an itinerary. There are exceptions -- e.g. [[Tiger Leaping Gorge]] is quite rural so its itinerary includes guesthouses -- but they may not apply here. You might need to create some town or village articles & link them from the itinerary. : Also, have a look at [[Amber Road]] & see if more detail about Lithuanian parts should be added. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:55, 21 June 2026 (UTC) ::Integrate [[El Camino]] info into the Sleep section of the various towns, that’s the only way they’ll stay up to date, and I guess most of them also take non-Camino visitors. Plus a pithy summary of the local route in Do for each town, region and Lithuania itself. :: ::But only if you think these are real viable routes. Lots of regions have supposed hiking / cycling trails that adorn maps in the council offices, but which in reality are beset by property fences, dreary busy highways and lack of waymarking. :: ::Take a look at [[Asturias]] and its towns for how I’ve approached this task for northern Spain. A. N. Other has added a swathe of Camino pages (for example across Castille) that look poor value and of dubious accuracy. For Asturias I found about half could be built into viable city pages while the rest were merged. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:09, 22 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi. I wrote 2 [[El Camino]] itineraries. The [[Catalan Way of St. James]] and the [[Ebro Way of St. James]]. The big job is not the itinerary itself, but creating the wikivoyage pages of all the small towns which are a stage. I trend to create a simple page which includes at least, a map, a place to stay overnight and some places to visit. City hall webs usually are helpful, but you has to know the local language. Local language wikipedia usually is useful, at least for me. My suggestion is start with the itinerary and then start creating pages for all stages. Knowing at least part of the route is quite useful. I ride my bike through some parts of the itinerary, and that helped me. Try to use walking or bike tracks of the segments which are quite new, this tells you that someone did the route. I use Strava heatmaps which basically tells you the actual run or cycle routes people is using NOW!. This will be useful to avoid sending people to a route that is closed. You can also check the website: [https://www.caminosantiago.org/cpperegrino/caminos/caminoseu.asp#] which has some information on "el camino" in Lithuania. It looks like there is a gap on the Suwalski corridor. Thats extra job, but don't be overwhelmed, create what exist now and the future additions can be added at a later time. By the way I've been in Kaunas and I included the Kaunas Archdiocese Guesthouse which I've seen is a stage on "El Camino". [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:29, 11 July 2026 (UTC) == Help with Dubai article == The article on Dubai still mentions threats from war, despite a confirmation of safety. When can the outdated message be removed? [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :You can safely delete it if you can verify it from reliable sources. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:32, 23 June 2026 (UTC) ::My impression is that the ceasefire is very fragile despite the Memorandum on Understanding, especially as Israel doesn't seem to respect it. Also, Trump may feel pressed to do something about the unresolved issues. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 08:16, 23 June 2026 (UTC) :::Thank you for responding. [https://www.dubaidet.gov.ae/en/travel-advisory International/national sources] do state that Dubai is considered safe for travel. However, as a beginner on Wikivoyage, I do not wish to endanger anyone by taking it down. So, I will leave it to be for the time being. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 04:12, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]]: I'd say the situation is safe enough where I would have no issues visiting, but I do know many governments still have the UAE as a reconsider your need to travel destination...which ''might'' create some issues with certain travel insurances. I think maybe in a month's time or so it can likely be safely removed. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:37, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :::::Thank you, agreed. Someone has recently changed the article. [[User:Saiyaashwanth|Saiyaashwanth]] ([[User talk:Saiyaashwanth|talk]]) 06:09, 27 June 2026 (UTC) ::::::yeah that was me :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:37, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Dresden == Hi again, everyone. I believe my girlfriend and I have decided it will be most convenient, after all, to visit Dresden on the way back to Berlin from Prague. We're thinking of staying there for 3 days. Do you think that will be enough time, or would you recommend 4 days? I want to consider your opinions, but it's possible we might decide not to extend our trip further for other reasons; don't feel insulted if we disregard your advice this time. :-) [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 21:47, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :I haven't been to Dresden, but I've somewhat looked at this similar itinerary before and my plan at least was to take RJ 384 from Praha hl. nad. leaving at 06:31 and arriving at 08:50, then to take a train out sometime that evening (either RJ 386 18:53–20:29 or RJ 250 20:33–22:47). But that is just my style of travel, I do tend to maximize all my waking hours doing as much as I can (many of my walks are often 22 km ''average''), so take that at what you will. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:24, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :: I found 2-3 days was just right for a first visit. You could obviously stay much longer, but my style is to see one castle / palace, one major museum, one gallery, a couple of leading churches; then save the rest for another trip. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:11, 25 June 2026 (UTC) :Hi, just an advice for Germany. I don't know why but many restaurants only accept cash. So , don't be overconfident on your credit card. Last year I went to a restaurant I used to go and where I paid with credt card. Now they only accept cash. Is like they go against technology. I'm used to pay with card amounts of less than one euro here in Spain, so it was quite surprissing to me. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 17:37, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::A bit late, but I've found my experience in DE to be very mixed. Munchen and Nurnburg were ''very'' cash-heavy, Berlin seemed to be a lot more open to card usage, and Hamburg to be very accepting with card usage. Though I'm sure Ikan alr knows this (iirc he now lives in Germany?) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:59, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :::Yes, I'm based in Berlin at this time with a work visa, though my permanent address remains in New York and I've been back and forth a few times this year. I find that credit cards are accepted in Berlin about as much as they are in New York, with the exception that some places do not accept cash at all: not accepting cash is illegal in New York. We'll definitely be prepared to pay in cash in Dresden and Bremen if need be (we'll be in Bremen next week). By the way, how much acceptance of cards is there in Prague? [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:14, 19 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I'm in Bremen now. The Marktplatz is really spectacular, the best single platz I've seen in Germany so far! Nearby Böttcherstraße is also wonderful. I love this city so far, but since 2/3 of it was destroyed in WWII and many areas have nondescript contemporary architecture, it may not be immediately obvious to visitors what wonders this city holds. A walk from the beautiful Haupbahnhof to near the river was not that interesting. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:15, 20 July 2026 (UTC) ::::3 years ago I had no problem with creditcards.I think that I havent got any crown at all. and I crossed it driving from poland to germany. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:37, 23 July 2026 (UTC) == FYI: King Charles III will not live in Buckingham Palace after completion of costly refurbishment == https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/king-charles-iii-will-not-live-in-buckingham-palace-after-completion-of-costly-refurbishment/article71148122.ece This means the public access to the [[Buckingham Palace]] will increase. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 02:50, 27 June 2026 (UTC) : The Palace is simply the highest-profile of 30-some grand properties owned by the King. That's not a good look and Charles III has said he wants to rationalise. So we await news for all of them on whether they're to be State mansions, visitor attractions, private royal residences, or put up for sale. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:33, 27 June 2026 (UTC) == Travel TIA to Golem == I'd be grateful for any suggestions to get a family of four from [[Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza|TIA]] to [[Golem]]. We have plenty of time to travel, so is bus via Durrës a good option? Or just a standard taxi, e.g. tiataxi.al or similar? Cheers, [[User:SunloungerFrog|SunloungerFrog]] ([[User talk:SunloungerFrog|talk]]) 14:37, 28 June 2026 (UTC) :The WV pages say that a bus runs direct from TIA to Durrës, then it's a short local bus ride to Golem. If that's not correct, someone please update those pages. :A pre-booked taxi transfer might be a good choice with young children, heavy luggage, sweltering heat, or a final destination some way out from Golem town centre. :You might also enquire at the WV Kosovo-Albania cafe. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 09:32, 30 June 2026 (UTC) == Documents required to enter Albania == In case i want to travel to Albania, what are necessary documents do I have to be with and how long can it take me to travel to Albania [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-38222-56|&#126;2026-38222-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-38222-56|talk]]) 19:04, 5 July 2026 (UTC) : See [[Albania#Get in]]. Albania is not part of the Schengen Area, but many countries' citizens can enter without a visa. If you bring a vehicle, check that its insurance will be valid. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:15, 5 July 2026 (UTC) ::Our article sadly says nothing about what documents are needed, but hints on your needing an address of accommodation. If you told what country you are from, somebody might want to check more thoroughly. On the journey's length, nobody can tell unless you tell from where you are travelling, and whether you have some restrictions on mode of travel. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 20:22, 5 July 2026 (UTC) == Our Honeymoon Safari itinerary and a company recommendations == My husband and I chose Golden Trips Tanzania for our honeymoon safari, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our trip. From the very beginning, Joel was incredibly helpful and responsive. He answered all of our questions, provided clear information, and made the planning process smooth and stress-free. We always felt well informed before our safari started. Our guide, Deo, was outstanding. He was professional, friendly, and clearly very experienced. His knowledge of the parks and animal behavior meant we were often in the right place at the right time to enjoy incredible wildlife sightings. We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and so much more. Deo also made sure we felt comfortable and safe throughout the journey, and his passion for wildlife made every game drive even more enjoyable. The accommodations, organization, and overall itinerary exceeded our expectations. Everything ran smoothly, allowing us to simply relax and enjoy this special time together. If you're planning a honeymoon safari in Tanzania, I would happily recommend both Deo as a safari guide and Golden Trips Tanzania. They helped make our honeymoon an unforgettable adventure, and we're grateful for the wonderful memories we brought home. Here is their website [https://goldentripstanzania.com Golden Trips Tanzania] [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-39227-20|&#126;2026-39227-20]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-39227-20|talk]]) 15:26, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :Marketing I assume. [[User:Brycehughes|Brycehughes]] ([[User talk:Brycehughes|talk]]) 17:31, 11 July 2026 (UTC) ::I can't prove it, but I believe so, too, and almost deleted the post. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == Bengaluru == So I'm planning to visit Bengaluru (or [[Bangalore]]) later this month with family if things go as planned. It's a great city in South India with many attractions in and around Bengaluru. My current plan includes visiting the Cubbon Park area, the Bangalore Palace, the Bangalore Fort, the Lal Bagh garden, and if my father is willing to stay longer, Bannerghatta and Nandi Hills. The problem is that I'm still very much dependent on parents as a young adult pursuing a degree, and my father is pretty much aerophobic (he does not pay heed to the aviation statistics), thus choosing to travel by train unless he can't find any seats for reservation. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 17:34, 11 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 12 July:''' My father is finally convinced to fly to Bengaluru, especially as the ticket price of the ''Howrah–SMVT Bengaluru Duronto Express'' is similar to that of an IndiGo flight, and a flight would take you to South India from Kolkata in a few hours rather than a few days. Let's see whether he really books flight tickets or not. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 09:28, 12 July 2026 (UTC) ::Ooh, sounds fun – enjoy your time in Bangalore/Bengaluru! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:54, 12 July 2026 (UTC) :'''Update 22 July:''' All travel plans are cancelled as my father cannot easily take work leaves due to his rather busy schedules. Even a shorter trip to [[Puri]] is not possible as the waitlists are too long for my father to book one. So the only option remains is to [[staycation]] in my own town. It's unfair, as my father is too aerophobic during the monsoon, and I'm dependent on him till 2027. '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 16:58, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == APPROVED FOR PASSPORT!!! == Hello all!!! I wanted to let everyone here know that I am approved for my United States passport, and I await it in the mail! I WILL BE ABLE TO TRAVEL THE WORLD SOON!!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:32, 13 July 2026 (UTC) :Congrats! //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:47, 13 July 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks!!! I'm gonna go to Costa Rica eventually!! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 13:18, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::Fun! First time traveling out of the US I take it? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:56, 14 July 2026 (UTC) ::::Yes, well, by plane at least. I'm going to visit my girlfriend! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 18:09, 14 July 2026 (UTC) :::::Have a great time! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 14:18, 19 July 2026 (UTC) == The end of the road for Gibraltar's border controls == It seems the border controls for Gibraltar will [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cwydz60j3eno finally come to an end]! It seems the specifics are still a little convoluted (Gib won't become a full member, and immigration will treat Gib as if it were a part of Spain, but at least from a traveller's perspective, staying in Gibraltar will count towards your 90-day limit. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:13, 14 July 2026 (UTC) == Nusa Lembongan == Hi all, I wil be in [[Nusa Lembongan]] in a few weeks. If anybody has any recommendations, I'd love to hear them. Otherwise, I will be updating that article in coming weeks. [[User:Sgroey|Sgroey]] ([[User talk:Sgroey|talk]]) 01:32, 17 July 2026 (UTC) == Best time to book a flight? == Given a flight that is months away (in my case Canada-Philippines in about October), is it best to book early (how early?) or wait, perhaps hoping for a last-minute deal. Does flying standby still work? On which routes? I did that several times decades ago flying Boston-London on TWA, saved quite a bit & never had to wait much. Somewhat to my surprise, [[Planning your flight]] does not discuss this. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 16:49, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :I tend to book longer flights 4-8 weeks in advance. I hardly ever see fares get better after the 4 week mark. I've never really played the last-minute deal games hard enough to know if they're still a good idea; that might make a good article. I've also looked at fares 8-12 months out a few times, and they didn't look like deals. :There's also the geopolitical situation that's throwing a wrench into projected fuel pricing, I don't have any insights on that. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 17:31, 18 July 2026 (UTC) ::I haven't heard of travelling standby for a long time. I guess it made sense when there was excess capacity in the system. Now, airlines seem to overbook and then bribe passengers to give up their seats. ::I have heard from Filipinos here that Korean Air via Seoul is now a favourite way of going back home. My recent experience on Korean was very good. [[User:Ground Zero|Ground Zero]] ([[User talk:Ground Zero|talk]]) 21:54, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :::I find last-minute flights tend to be pretty good value, but only if you're traveling off-peak. I'm traveling to [[Taiwan]] in a few weeks time and found good flights from SIA for a little over 1k AUD return. Don't think I'd be able to find such if this were say February. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :However, you never know. Prices fluctuate, countries go to war, natural disasters occur... What was going to be the cheaper month, could rise or drop. :Avoiding peak seasons, avoid holidays. Use Google Flights to get an idea of the prices for your date range. If you have set dates, set up Google flights to send you an alert. If not, use their calendar matrix to see how changing a day could offer you savings. :Explore layovers. Do you need or really mind the extra time spent on a layover? Sometimes these can be drops in a bucket, other times liters. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 06:36, 21 July 2026 (UTC) It's a black box operation. Those who work in airline's revenue management and know the true answer can't tell us. Those who don't know the answer will speculate. With how fare buckets works in [[w:Amadeus CRS|Amadeus]] and [[w:Sabre (travel reservation system)|Sabre]], lower fare tickets are always sold out before higher-price tickets. Unless significant demand shifts (i.e. COVID, Ebola), oil price fluctuations causing fuel surcharge to change or dropping price to stimulate demand (e.g. poor economy), the tickets will only rise as it goes closer to the departure date. The days of flying standby for cheaper fares is long gone. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 22:41, 18 July 2026 (UTC) :Do not understimate the ”cookies effect”. Cookies are used to increase the price you pay. So try to browse prices in “hidden mode” on your browser . Some people even uses VPN connection to emmulate they are booking from a different country. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 16:32, 19 July 2026 (UTC) :: Many travellers are time-poor and should therefore book flights as soon as their plans are sure. You may have to negotiate leave with colleagues, and be boxed in by school / college terms, Cousin Laura's wedding, space at the kennels to accommodate a pet, and so on. Many smaller cities have only a monopoly airline, so if you delayed and lost out on price or availability, the whole trip would unravel. There's a bit more flexibility on accommodation but likewise if you have a sure choice, be ready to book it soon after you book flights. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 08:46, 21 July 2026 (UTC). ::@[[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] The myth around cookies and incognito mode has been thoroughly [https://www.going.com/guides/you-dont-need-to-search-incognito-for-flights debunked]. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 09:58, 23 July 2026 (UTC) :::perhaps. however companies are expending a lot on tracking systems. Perhaps they do so just for fun. citing someone with intrests in selling flights is not a good example in my modest opinion. whether we can do someting to avoid tracking or not, is another question. have you realized that the whole point of e-commerce is selling things to you at the higest price possible which you are going to accept?? regards. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 15:03, 23 July 2026 (UTC) ::::I agree with Mmorell to a point. Data collection and dynamic pricing is nothing new. My gut says the industry would be dumb not to be picking prices and racking up the price to the highest you accept. However how much does that cost the industry? Is it worth the price to squeeze that much more? How fine tuned is the industry these days? I do not know enough to say either or. ::::Anecdotally, it feels like if they are tracking, they're making/losing 1% on my flights. It's rare I see different prices when on different profiles, browsers, or devices. Today on AirBnB I saw 10 cheaper stay on my phone than on the laptop browser (350 vs 340). Different segment of the travel industry but you get the idea. [[User:The Traversing Tortoise|The Traversing Tortoise]] ([[User talk:The Traversing Tortoise|talk]]) 05:14, 24 July 2026 (UTC) : Basically the best advice almost everywhere is to book as far in advance as possible. Especially on transatlantic routes, airlines know that those who book at short notice are mainly business people and visiting friends and family for whom the price parameter is less important. Especially for countries like the Philippines that have a large population of expats so the flights can be fully booked all year round. : The rule is that anything whose price is dynamic, especially flights and accommodation, should be booked as early as possible. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 17:00, 22 July 2026 (UTC) ::For long haul flights around 6-9 months may be the best time to book. If you book more than 9 months in advance you may find that not all airlines have released flights and so prices may be higher on those that have. Airlines also sometimes have offers to boost sales, perhaps before reporting to shareholders or in response to events, but these are usually for flights a few months ahead. I don't think standby is common in the way it was 20 years ago, but there are agents selling last minute tickets mainly to customers who are flexible about their destination. On short flights I have saved by buying a semi-flexible flight for a cheap time like 10pm and then changed for free on the day to a lunchtime flight. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 22:13, 22 July 2026 (UTC) == Road == is Rawalakot open or not [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-40777-86|&#126;2026-40777-86]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-40777-86|talk]]) 10:33, 21 July 2026 (UTC) :What do you mean by [[Rawalakot]] (in Pak Kashmir) open or not? '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 11:21, 21 July 2026 (UTC) == How far in advance do you usually plan an international trip? == Hi everyone, I’m curious about how other travellers approach trip planning, especially for international journeys. I’ve noticed that there can be a big difference between booking several months ahead and waiting until the travel date gets closer. Booking early can make it easier to find suitable flights and accommodation, while waiting may sometimes provide more flexibility with dates and destinations. For a typical international trip, how far in advance do you usually start planning? Do you normally: * Book flights several months ahead? * Wait until you are certain about your dates? * Compare prices for a few weeks before booking? * Stay flexible and look for a good deal closer to departure? I’d also be interested in hearing whether your approach changes for short trips compared with longer holidays. [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]] ([[User talk:Adeel09875|talk]]) 08:46, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]: I'd say the answer to that depends on where I'm headed (I live in [[Sydney]], for context). I've booked trips to the US or NZ within 2 months before, but that's mainly because they're both English-speaking and are incredibly familiar to what I'm used to here. Others like when I went Interrailling in Europe last northern winter I booked around 5 months before the trip, though now that I'm pretty familiar with most European rail systems, were I to do a similar trip in the future, I'd probs say around 3 months. For point 3, yes, sometimes I track flights for at least a week or so. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:12, 28 July 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Adeel09875|Adeel09875]]. Once I'm sure when I want to fly, I get tickets as soon as possible so that prices don't go up. I also book hotel rooms or AirBnBs in advance, but I usually travel with my partner, so I consult with her about everything and especially accommodations. That sometimes slows down the process more than I'd prefer, but it usually works out. I like to keep lots of other things flexible, though. We've often decided more or less what to do in a city or when while we are en route. I'll read descriptions and comments from Wikivoyage and Tripadvisor and show her pictures from Commons, etc. But a lot of what I like to do is just to walk, and a lot of that is not planned but spontaneous. I wouldn't say my approach to short trips is much different from my approach to longer trips, if we're still talking about leisure trips. Living somewhere is different from visiting, but there is one additional factor, which is that even staying somewhere for a few days can start to change things, if you shop repeatedly at the same produce stand, the same boulangerie, etc. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 10:44, 28 July 2026 (UTC) == When Is the Best Time to Visit Dandeli? == Planning a trip to Dandeli? Discover the best time to visit for pleasant weather, exciting adventure activities, and an unforgettable nature experience. [[User:Rohankumar24|Rohankumar24]] ([[User talk:Rohankumar24|talk]]) 05:57, 29 July 2026 (UTC) : The general recommendation for the entire Indian subcontinent is to visit between November to March. That's when it's least rainy, humid, and hot. --[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 16:33, 29 July 2026 (UTC) == Is Chris Burgers restaurant in Bangkok open? == Or permanently closed? [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-42220-76|&#126;2026-42220-76]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-42220-76|talk]]) 12:00, 30 July 2026 (UTC) * Reportedly open and working as of today, per Google Maps. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 12:02, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Mestia == Could you please tell me, I am arriving by train to Zugdidi. I was told that there is a shared minibus near the train station that takes passengers to Mestia. Is that correct? Since I am travelling alone, taking a taxi would not be affordable for me. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-43081-87|&#126;2026-43081-87]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-43081-87|talk]]) 18:07, 4 August 2026 (UTC) :See [[Mestia#By_marshrutka]], which says that there are. I suggest that you contact your accommodation in Mestia and ask if they can give you more information on transport from [[Zugdidi]]. [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:35, 4 August 2026 (UTC) == I HAVE IT!!! == I received my US Passport Book today!!! Anyone got any good destinations I should travel to? [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 16:01, 5 August 2026 (UTC) :August and September are good times to visit [[Quebec]] before the cold sets in. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:27, 5 August 2026 (UTC) ::Very nice idea. [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 12:19, 7 August 2026 (UTC) :@[[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]]: given you seem to be based in North Carolina, plenty of options out there in the [[Caribbean]] that aren't too far for your first visit out of the US. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 10:00, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Thank you! Caribbean is beautiful! [[User:Contributor 118,784|Contributor 118,784]] ([[User talk:Contributor 118,784|talk]]) 10:02, 13 August 2026 (UTC) == First time in France == Hello everyone, I'm starting a Semester abroad which means I'll be going to Europe for the first time, and I have 13 days in September I've set aside to see France. I basically just love walking around and exploring - anything, I mean cities, towns, and hiking in the countryside / alps. My plan so far is Paris, Lyon, Annecy (and from there, perhaps a day trip to Chamonix), and then somewhere in the Riviera, maybe Nice? Then again other places seem really interesting; Aix-en-provence or Arles seem really beautiful too. Just wondered if anyone had any recommendations or advice. Thank you!! [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]] ([[User talk:Astra1.8|talk]]) 12:03, 10 August 2026 (UTC) : Some people find the [[D-Day beaches]] or other sites from various wars ([[World_War_I#France]], [[Napoleonic Wars]], etc.) fascinating. : I have not travelled much in France. One place I really liked was [[Avignon]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:15, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you go to french Riviera my favorite places there are: [[Saint-Paul de Vence]] a nice village at top of a hill, [[Èze]] and of course, [[Monaco]], all of them can be visited from [[Nice]]. By the way French Riviera is not cheap!!. :[[Avignon]] is a nice monumental city on the way from Lyon to Riviera , near there [[Saint-Rémy-de-Provence]] is a small village and will let you feel a little of Provence. :Depending on which passport do you have, once in France you are in schengen area, so crossing borders of other schengen countries usually is straightforward. Switzerland is in the schenguen area but not in the european union, so double check if that border crossing is ok with your visa. [[User:Mmorell|Mmorell]] ([[User talk:Mmorell|talk]]) 14:30, 10 August 2026 (UTC) ::Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is very underrated. I only ever spent a day there but it's one of the nicest place I can think of in southern France. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 21:54, 10 August 2026 (UTC) :If you like Gothic cathedrals, the most impressive and beautiful one I've ever seen is in Chartres, not far from Paris. Have fun in France! [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 22:14, 11 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi, [[User:Astra1.8|Astra1.8]], enjoy your time in France! I can't comment much since most of my travels within France have been centred in [[Île-de-France]], but with that many days you've planned, my only advice is to not spend all that time in Paris. Given you have 13 days, might I also recommend setting aside about 2 days to see [[Belgium]] while you're there too? [[Brussels-Midi/Zuid]] is about an 80-minute train ride from Paris (via Eurostar) and most of what you'd want to see ([[Ghent]], [[Bruges]], and if it's your kind of thing, [[Brussels]]) in Belgium can be reasonably visited in 2 days. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:43, 11 August 2026 (UTC) ::For a first visit, I suggest 3 full days for Paris then 2-3 other centres with 2 full days each; add travel days and that's your 13. Or spend longer in Paris if your budget allows and make day trips to other centres: obvious choices are Versailles, Rouen, Lille and Dijon. Bear in mind that France is tinder-dry and wildfires are breaking out everywhere. Otherwise I'd suggest Bordeaux and the Atlantic coast, but there'll be a better time. [[User:Grahamsands|Grahamsands]] ([[User talk:Grahamsands|talk]]) 20:06, 12 August 2026 (UTC) == What to add to my trip to italy == I’d like to add a country/city to my trip to Rome in October, if I have 5 days where would be easy to get to and enjoyable in that amount of time? I’ll be flying in to Rome from the U.S and I want to take advantage of my time there to get in at least one additional country to explore as it will be much easier to do that when I’m already overseas there. I have been to France already so that’s off the list and am going to Spain next year for a wedding so no need to go there either. I also would not be driving so somewhere accessible by public transit is a must. I would love somewhere with good food and/or pretty architecture, which I know is ironic because I’m planning to leave Rome. Any recommendations on where to go or what to do there would be awesome as I am unfortunately rather ignorant on what to do. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44189-56|&#126;2026-44189-56]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44189-56|talk]]) 17:34, 12 August 2026 (UTC) * I guess your best bet would be the [[Vatican]]. [[San Marino]] would be possible too. Check your budget for [[Slovenia]] and [[Tyrol]]. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:51, 12 August 2026 (UTC) *:The Vatican is part of why I’m going to Rome. What should I do in Slovenia? [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *:: ohh, well, what does a traveller do, why are you going on a trip in the first place? To see new sights, try new foods, listen to new languages and accents, that's it, that's what you should do in Slovenia. [[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 18:26, 13 August 2026 (UTC) *::@[[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]]: [[Lake Bled]] and the [[Julian Alps]] are eyewateringly beautiful, and [[Ljubljana]] is a fairly sleepy but charming capital city. There's plenty more you can do in 5 days tbh (and the country isn't very big, so getting around in a rental car shouldn't be too difficult). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 04:47, 15 August 2026 (UTC) *:::The OP said they won't be driving. Our article [[Slovenia] says that 'explosive growth in car ownership has meant tougher times for public transport', so you may have to plan quite carefully. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 06:53, 15 August 2026 (UTC) *::::Oh wait my bad...forgot they mentioned the driving bit (which I ''should'' have remembered, given my comment about San Marino earlier). //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:19, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :You have 5 days to spend after Rome, or 5 days including Rome? :I enjoyed my quick trips to [[Austria]] and [[Slovenia]]. They're well-connected on the ground to [[Venice]], but from Rome a flight might make more sense. [[User:Gerode|Gerode]] ([[User talk:Gerode|talk]]) 18:44, 12 August 2026 (UTC) ::5 days after rome [[User:Poopiejohnson|Poopiejohnson]] ([[User talk:Poopiejohnson|talk]]) 17:44, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :[[Florence]] is the most obvious answer for great architecture and food, but if you like Gothic architecture, you could also consider [[Pienza]]. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 20:14, 12 August 2026 (UTC) :I think Switzerland or Austria are your best choices if you want a short country hopover. San Marino is nice, but it's not very accessible by train. Slovenia is also an amazingly beautiful country, particularly if you're weary of the budget, but be prepared to deal with Sž being horrible. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:19, 13 August 2026 (UTC) : If this is your first time in Italy, I would use it to explore other places besides Rome. The options are Naples and the southwest coast to the south, or Tuscany to the north. There are so many places to see in Italy before moving on to another country.--[[User:HofEz96|HofEz96]] ([[User talk:HofEz96|talk]]) 20:43, 13 August 2026 (UTC) :: I agree completely. With only five days & starting from Rome, there are many Italian cities & rural areas you might explore, perhaps most obviously [[Venice]]. See our [[Italy]] article for lists of possibilities. :: If you insist on another country, consider [[Malta]]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 13:53, 14 August 2026 (UTC) :::I might be mistaken, but I thought OP had 5 extra days they're allocating to visiting another country? (not just 5 days in Italy.) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 03:46, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::::Country or city, and I agree that it makes most sense to spend the entire time in Italy. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 08:05, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :::::I don't disagree there either. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 09:19, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :A small detour from Rome is [[Frascati|Frascatti]]. The atmosphere there was really nice when I went there. :For a country next to Italy, I would go with Austria. It definitely has good food and architecture. [[User:WikiSeto|WikiSeto]] ([[User talk:WikiSeto|talk]]) 09:57, 15 August 2026 (UTC) Next go to Germany 🇩🇪 [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44725-22|&#126;2026-44725-22]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44725-22|talk]]) 02:23, 15 August 2026 (UTC) 1nuyj006q9sbhxbksmw0j1ve0h0zy55 0 215312 5328335 5328170 2026-08-14T15:16:18Z Mangilobaby 2432955 5328335 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Lombok banner.jpg}} '''Mandalika''' is a resort area in [[Lombok]]. ==Understand== This area is designated as a special economic zone which stretches over 1,035.67 hectares of the southern coast of the island of Lombok. * [https://gomandalika.com/ Go Mandalika] tourism website. ==Get in== {{mapframe}} {{mapshape}} Mandalika is 17 km straight from [[Lombok#By plane|Lombok International Airport]] and approximately 50 km from the downtown of [[Mataram]], the province's capital city. ==Get around== ==See== ===Beaches=== * {{see | name=Pantai Seger | alt=Seger Beach | url= | email= | address= | lat=-8.90711 | long=116.30178 | directions=about 3.5 km east of Kuta Beach | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Beach suited for surfing, not for swimming because of the very strong currents. There are some drink stalls. Climb the hill here to watch the sunset. }} * {{see | name=Tanjung A'an | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-8.90907 | long=116.32859 | directions=about 7 km east of Kuta Beach | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q56392779 |lastedit=2025-06-03| content=Tanjung A'an consists of two white sand bays, A'an to the west and Pedau to the east, separated by a rocky outcrop. Smooth turquoise waters offer safe swimming and snorkelling. There can be a strong current on the eastern bay at times. The whole beach is lined with several drink and snack stalls at the center of the beach and at the western end. These warungs serve good food and provide sunbeds in front of their premises. If you ride a bike from Kuta, the roads are excellent, almost like a circuit. }} ===Hills=== * {{see | name=Merese Hill | alt=Bukit Merese | url= | email= | address=Jl. Kuta-Lombok, Pujut District, Central Lombok Regency | lat=-8.913951 | long=116.318974 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-01-10 | content=This hill has stunning views of the open sea, especially during the day and on clear days. Not only that, you can also watch the sunrise and sunset from this hill while sitting comfortably amidst the expanse of green grass. }} ===Others=== * {{see | name=Mandalika Circuit | alt=Pertamina Mandalika International Street Circuit | url=https://www.themandalikagp.com | email=admin@themandalikagp.com | address= | lat=-8.895423 | long=116.304182 | directions= 21.5 km from Zainuddin Abdul Madjid Lombok International Airport | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mandalika International Street Circuit | image=Turn 10 Mandalika International Circuit.jpg | wikidata=Q105061873 | lastedit=2026-01-10 | content=One of few motor racing circuit in Indonesia. It's widely known for holding 2022 MotoGP World Championship. }} ==Do== ===Surfing=== * {{marker|type=do|name=Gerupuk|lat=-8.910924 |long=116.344305}} - A small fishing hamlet east of Kuta that serves as a surf base. Boats (10–20 min) take surfers to several nearby breaks. Typical prices are around 100 000 Rp per surfer for two hours, or cheaper if you share a boat as a group. ** Inside - Mostly a right-hander suitable for all levels. Often crowded with beginners and their coaches. *** Tide: All types *** Type: Reef (rocks, corals) *** Season: Best when winds are light (December–May) ** Outside — Works best at mid to high tide. *** Tide: mid-high ** Don-Don — Only breaks with big swells. Accessible via land by a long ride from Kuta or via boat from the fishing harbour of Awang.<br> * {{marker|type=do|name=Tanjung Aan|lat=-8.914167|long=116.326111}} — Easy access from Kuta, attracts surfers of all levels with several peaks to spread the crowd. Can be reached by paddling about 500 m out or hiring a boat (lift) for around {{IDR|50,000}}<br> * {{marker|type=do|name=Seger Beach|lat=-8.90739|long=116.30840}} ==Buy== ==Eat== *{{eat | name=Alangen Restaurant | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=-8.893544 | long=116.284346 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Cafe on the beach with Beruga style seating in a small, open sitting area with grass roof. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Puri Rinjani Bungalow & Restaurant | alt=formerly Rinjani Agung Beach Bungalows & Restaurant | url= | email= | address=Kuta | lat=-8.893965 | long=116.284685 | directions=on the beachroad, on the eastern edge of Kuta town | phone=+62 370 654849, +62 370 653749 | tollfree= | fax=+62 370 654852 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Standard room with fan Rp450,000 and premium A/C room Rp600,000 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Segare Anak Bungalow & Restaurant | alt= | url=http://segaraanakbungalows.blogspot.de/ | email=segareanakbungalows@yahoo.co.id | address=Kuta | lat=-8.89346 | long=116.28314 | directions=centrally located on the beach road | phone=+62 370 654868 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Standard room with fan from Rp80,000-150,000 (depending on the size of the room) and A/C room Rp200,000 | content=Different options from backpacker accommodation with fan rooms and nicer rooms with A/C, though none of the 20 rooms has hot water. Restaurant overlooking the sea and a small swimming pool. Perama office, internet cafe and money changing facilities. }} * {{sleep | name=Sekar Kuning Bungalow and Restaurant | alt=Yellow Flower Bungalow | url= | email= | address=Jl Pariwisata | lat=-8.89366 | long=116.28389 | directions=centrally located on the beach road | phone=+62 853 39362214 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Standard room with fan Rp100,000 | content=Budget accommodations of 17 rooms, all only have cold water. }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Raja Hotel Kuta Mandalika | alt= | url=http://www.rajakutamandalika.com/ | email= | address=Jl. Raya Pantai Kuta | lat=-8.89261 | long=116.28194 | directions= | phone=+62 370 6505999 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From Rp1,500,000 | lastedit=2022-02-21 | content=The hotel has a swimming pool, a gym, spa, and meeting rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=Eudaimon Bed and Breakfast | alt= | url=http://www.kutalombok.wix.com/bed-and-breakfast | email=pebkuta@yahoo.com | address=Rangkap 1 - Jalan ByPass | lat=-8.89169 | long=116.28994 | directions= | phone=+62 370 704 46 05 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From €58 (low season) | content=The property is located on a hill overlooking Kuta’s bay in a large tropical garden with a lot of trees (plenty of birds there) and flowers, close to Kuta’s village. It has a familial atmosphere and cool, professional service. The French owner leaves his family silverware, crystals, porcelain and linens for the comfort of visitors. The Kuta’s public beach is 200 meters down the hill and there is a long swimming pool in the garden. Lumbung are old traditional wood houses from Java. With teak wood walls and floors, they are located on the top of the hill, one in the forest, the other overlooking the garden and the pool. The lumbungs (15 m²) offer outside (but covered) bathroom and toilet (hot and cool water). Fan and mosquito net. Lumbung Hutan is in the forest & Lumbung Gunung is on the hill. Breakfast is included, transfers are not included. Motorbikes can be rented on the property. The driver and the Toyota van of the property are at visitors' disposition. The driver knows the nice spots. For meals, a breakfast is included in the rate (with a choice of fine teas Marriage and Palais des Thés (Paris), crèpes, pancake, fresh fruits and eggs of any kind). The Balinese cook can prepare family fresh meals using items from the day market. She makes perfect traditional Balinese recipes but also knows how to cook good pasta or French "salade niçoise" or "poulet basquaise" only with local products. (Nothing is frozen or imported there). Large choice of wines (France, Chile, Italy, Australia). There is also a professional massage therapist trained at Bisa School (Bali). Organic massage oils (almond from Bali). Eudaimon property also offers a luxurious private villa and a 2- bedroom guest-house (for customer privacy, only 4 houses on 2 ha property). }} *{{sleep | name=Novotel Lombok | alt=Mandalika Resort, Novotel Coralia | url=http://www.novotellombok.com | email=reservation@novotellombok.com | address=Pantai Putri Nyale, Lombok Seletan (''South Lombok'') | lat=-8.902630 | long=116.298090 | directions=about 3 km east from Kuta village | phone=+62 370 653333 | tollfree= | fax=+62 370 653555 | checkin= | checkout= | price=From US$218.79 inc taxes, breakfast not included, US$147.90 with breakfast and taxes included | wikidata=Q111996901 | content=4-star Novotel resort on the picturesque white sandy beach of Kuta. Built in the style of a traditional Sasak village. 77 superior and deluxe rooms and 23 'Sasak' villas, each with a private garden and terrace. Two beachfront restaurants, a fitness centre, 2 spas, 4 swimming pools located in the hotel gardens and beachside, a natural lagoon, water sports, ''Kids Club'', daily activities, health programs and meeting rooms for up to 120 people. All rooms are equipped with individually controlled A/C, WiFi, IDD telephone, satTV. Located near popular surfing areas with horse riding and Dive Zone-Novotel available at the resort. Fairly remote location, but taxis are available. This is the best hotel on the south coast. Expect Western prices for lunch, dinner and drinks. }} ==Connect== ==Go next== * [[Sekotong]], a peninsula to the west. {{IsPartOf|South Lombok}} {{outlineruralarea}} {{geo||}} mt1ufcp7qt58kicm5dof4db2p2dgbx5 0 215754 5328588 5216652 2026-08-15T05:30:03Z Sbb1413 2217354 Undid revision [[Special:Diff/5216652|5216652]] by [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|Sbb1413]] ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]]) 5328588 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the northern suburbs of [[Delhi]] in [[India]], including the Civil Lines that was developed by the British before the construction of [[New Delhi]]. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 97kuouuxkyvvlw0atkfggyt2jjsudqz 5328590 5328588 2026-08-15T05:31:51Z Sbb1413 2217354 5328590 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 8onl95inw31dwjt06rctzx3dlcwhp8j 5328591 5328590 2026-08-15T05:32:18Z Sbb1413 2217354 5328591 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Asia|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} fzquqr98ikqmws8rjh7qz0urv2q7e43 5328593 5328591 2026-08-15T05:32:41Z Sbb1413 2217354 5328593 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 8y15tu0rgugkdy27hrti1zdijexwekj 5328594 5328593 2026-08-15T05:33:02Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* See */ 5328594 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} f23vc7egrbyyq2u7inhyiqnywf1mmlr 5328597 5328594 2026-08-15T05:36:29Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* See */ 5328597 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 09pevbad86jz3dibmt40q6vfe0yk7m2 5328600 5328597 2026-08-15T05:38:19Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Do */ 5328600 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 3kjqu8edza0w1g9af1hmtbsksgqp9fo 5328602 5328600 2026-08-15T05:38:43Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Eat */ 5328602 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 5a1ure0638vwppj23lb64r4sn4njomk 5328604 5328602 2026-08-15T05:40:14Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Buy */ 5328604 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} qf7il7crtdvxy9h31mx57r4lz5egtrn 5328606 5328604 2026-08-15T05:41:08Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Sleep */ 5328606 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} gl6fn8kgbld8j2nmm7ouolhsmv4d94q 5328608 5328606 2026-08-15T05:41:32Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Splurge */ 5328608 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 29727dx9nsl2278n19pdt73ah77mr26 5328613 5328608 2026-08-15T06:26:04Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* See */ 5328613 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.77|77.09|zoom=11|width=480|height=450|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 9vozt3tp8srkhztvmlide98wd0p6jwz 5328615 5328613 2026-08-15T06:27:56Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328615 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.16|zoom=12|width=500|height=500|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} h71wv2bic0gf701pm0hzhnp4za4744u 5328617 5328615 2026-08-15T06:30:35Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328617 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.16|zoom=12|width=500|height=500|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} kajujs376lxxudarq9ekg4l9j8j9gf2 5328629 5328617 2026-08-15T06:40:47Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/North Delhi]] to [[Delhi/North]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]] 5328617 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.16|zoom=12|width=500|height=500|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} kajujs376lxxudarq9ekg4l9j8j9gf2 5328659 5328629 2026-08-15T07:13:57Z Sbb1413 2217354 5328659 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.16|zoom=12|width=500|height=500|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} cgy8okgk5e2mkwd2lgg1imq8n6vwcpy 5328661 5328659 2026-08-15T07:14:22Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Civil Lines */ 5328661 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.16|zoom=12|width=500|height=500|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} g3ntasijl49k830oz227ioh7v7ds62u 5328663 5328661 2026-08-15T07:14:52Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Sleep */ 5328663 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.16|zoom=12|width=500|height=500|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Mid-range== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} efsyvce96fl49abitnnp586d0dksvfj 5328664 5328663 2026-08-15T07:15:09Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* =Mid-range */ (using [[wikt:MediaWiki:Gadget-AjaxEdit.js|AjaxEdit]]) 5328664 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.16|zoom=12|width=500|height=500|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 4e7srbv3xzl061x7nkqs1eboma5d27n 5328691 5328664 2026-08-15T08:15:11Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328691 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.732|77.152|zoom=12|width=500|height=500|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} lv7netsgtoa2wl9o4ykljip1ls7n4em 5328692 5328691 2026-08-15T08:16:01Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328692 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.1534|zoom=12|width=500|height=480|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 27brickvcicilr8dcn62cv94eyn7k2i 5328693 5328692 2026-08-15T08:16:37Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328693 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Coronation Park, Delhi 51 (cropped).JPG|pgname=North Delhi}} [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] '''North Delhi''' (उत्तर दिल्ली ''Uttar Dillī'') covers the remnants of the British-era cantonment that hosted the '''Delhi Durbar''', as well as the city's northern suburbs. In addition, it is home to the city's ethnic Punjabi populations, although they mostly speak Hindi. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.73|77.1535|zoom=12|width=500|height=480|name=Map of North Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> 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===By metro=== The lines {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}}, {{rint|delhi|green}} and {{rint|delhi|pink}} take you to North Delhi. ==See== * {{see | name=Coronation Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.723006 | long=77.196892 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Coronation Park, Delhi | image=Coronation Park, Delhi 51.JPG | wikidata=Q5172223 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The venue of the three Delhi durbars. A durbar (दरबार ''darbār'', meaning "court") is an Indian imperial-style mass assembly organised by the British to mark the succession of an Emperor or Empress of India. The first durbar was held in 1877 and proclaimed Queen Victoria as the Empress of India. The second durbar was held in 1903 to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII. The third and final durbar was held on 12 December 1911 to commemorate the coronation of George V (the original coronation was held on 22 June 1911 in London). It was also where the King-Emperor announced the move of India’s capital from Calcutta to Delhi. After the three durbars, a towering coronation memorial was built. Built in obelisk style the sandstone memorial is approachable from all sides by a flight of stairs. The memorial contains English and Urdu inscriptions on both sides about the final durbar. The park also contains a 15 m high (including a pedestal) marble statue of King George V. The statues of four viceroys (Lord Hardinge, Lord Willingdon, Lord Irwin and Lord Chelmsford) occupy the four corners of the park. }} * {{see | name=Roshanara Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dronacharya Guru Hanuman Marg | lat=28.673056 | long=77.197778 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Roshanara Bagh | image=A view of Roshanara Garden, tomb of Roshanara Begum, north Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q7368825 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Begum Roshanara was Aurangzeb's sister. She was the second daughter of Shah Jahan and Mumtaj Mahal. She was a supporter of her younger brother Aurangzeb and played an active role during the war of succession which took place after Shah Jahan's illness in 1657. She was a talented poet and a powerful lady in Mughal politics.However she is best remembered for Raoshanara Bagh, a pleasure garden laid out by her in 1650. She was discretely poisoned by her brother Aurangzeb. She died in great pain in 1671. She was laid to rest in a tomb inside her favourite garden. The tomb is popularly known as baradari (literally meaning 12 doors). The brick built structure houses four domed chhatris in the corners. The garden is centred round a lake, which attracts migratory birds during winter. The garden is laid out in Japanese style. }} * {{see | name=Shalimar Bagh | alt=Shalimar Gardens | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.720556 | long=77.154167 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Aurangzeb's Sheesh Mahal | wikidata=Q107366356 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=A Mughal garden with shade trees, majestic parterre and the garden pavilion. }} ===Civil Lines=== * {{see | name=Dr. Ambedkar National Memorial | alt=Mahaparinirvan Bhoomi | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.684351 | long=77.222099 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q58450335 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=A memorial dedicated to anti-caste activist, political leader and neo-Buddhist Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The memorial building is in the shape of an open book which signifies the Constitution of India. The site incorporates several Buddhist elements, including a bronze Ashoka pillar at the entrance, a Bodhi tree surrounded by fountains with that move to Buddhist chants in a sound and light show, and two Sanchi-style toranas (gateways). }} * {{see | name=Ladakh Buddhist Vihara | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.673084 | long=77.231547 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A Buddhist monastery in a Tibetan enclave near Kashmere Gate. }} * {{see | name=Lok Niwas | alt=लोक निवास ''Lok Nivās'' | url= | email= | address=Raj Niwas Marg | lat=28.672130 | long=77.220556 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Lok Niwas, Delhi | wikidata=Q7285339 | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The official residence of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed by the President of India, formerly the '''Raj Niwas''' (राज निवास ''Rāj Nivās''). It was originally the residence of the Chief Commissioner of Delhi appointed by the Viceroy of India. }} * {{see | name=Majnu ka Tilla | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd | lat=28.70137 | long=77.22816 | directions=Bus 53, 169, metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6737971 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=One of the more accessible Tibetan resettlement areas in India, and the place of departure and arrival for buses to/from [[Dharamsala]], the home of the Tbetan Government in Exile and the Dalai Lama. A nice piece of variety for Delhi, and a popular backpacker hangout, with Tibetan culture, politics and religion. An auto-rickshaw from New Delhi station should cost around ₹50 (use the prepaid stand). Cycle-rickshaws from Vidhan Sabha metro station charge ₹15 and take about five minutes. }} * {{see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{see | name=Old Secretariat | alt=पुराना सचिवालय ''Purānā Sacivālay'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.686261 | long=77.223566 | directions=metro: {{station|Vidhan Sabha|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Delhi Vidhan Sabha.jpg | lastedit=2026-02-21 | content=The seat of the Delhi Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), as well as the executive branch of the Government of Delhi. Built in 1912, the building was originally designed by E. Montague Thomas to hold the Imperial Legislative Council as the British moved the capital of India from Calcutta (present-day [[Kolkata]]). The Old Secretariat was vacated when the new Council House (present-day Samvidhan Sadan) in [[New Delhi]] was inaugurated in 1927. }} * {{see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bagh was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} ===Kamala Nehru Ridge=== [[File:Mutiny Memorial, North Ridge, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Mutiny Memorial]] '''Kamala Nehru Ridge''' or '''Delhi North Ridge''' is an extension of the ancient Aravalli Range, near the Delhi University Campus. It was declared a Reserve Forest in 1915. It initially covered an area of 170 hectares but has now shrunk to 87 hectares. The ridge houses several monuments and structures from the Sultanate period right up to the colonial period. * {{see | name=Mutiny Memorial | alt=Ajitgarh | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6716 | long=77.2108 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Mutiny Memorial | wikidata=Q6943944 | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=After the Mutiny of 1857 several memorials were erected all over the subcontinent in memory of the Britishers and Indian soldiers who fought for the British. The Mutiny Memorial at North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) Delhi was the most prominent of the mutiny memorials of the sub continent. The 1863 built Mutiny memorial is an octagonal tapering red sandstone tower built in Gothic style. It has a richly ornamented faced and is crowned with a marble crucifix. The four tiered tower rests on a two tiered platform. The total height of the tower in 33 meters. The flights of stairs from four sides of the platform lead to the base of the tower. The entry of the tower is through a gate on the western side and a flight of spiral stairs leads to the balconies of the four tiers. Sadly entry inside the tower is restricted for tourist. Apart from the gate the remaining seven sides contains marble plaques embedded inside decorated sandstone archways. Each side has a total of three plaque one large and two smaller ones at the bottom. Three of the bigger plaque narrates the incident in English, Hindi and Urdu. Among the remaining four plaques one lists the regiments present during the siege of Delhi while the second one lists actions fought at or near Delhi. The remaining two plaques list the KILLED, WOUNDED and MISSING soldiers of the mutiny, which is again sub divide into sub categories like Europeans & Natives and Officers & Non Commissioned Officers. On 15 August 1972 the Delhi’s Mutiny Memorial was renamed Ajitgarh (Place of the Unvanquished) and a plaque was put at its pedestal. Written in four languages Hindi, Urdu, English and Punjabi. It says that the “enemies” mentioned in the inscription were actually the freedom fighters and martyrs of India, who fought bravely against the repressive colonial rule in the First War of Indian Independence. }} * {{see | name=Ashokan Pillar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.67395 | long=77.21189 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=The Ashokan Pillar lies 200 meters north of the Mutiny Memorial and on the same side of the road. It is located opposite the Hindu Rao Hospital. The entire ridge area was one a favourite hunting location of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. This pillar was shifted from Meerut by Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388) and was placed at the emperors favourite hunting location. Incidental this region of Delhi contains another Ashokan Pillar shifted by Feroz Shah Tughlaq from Topra and set up in Firoz Shah Kotla. The pillar contains the Ashokan Edicts, I – V, partly or almost fully. During the reign of Farrukhsiyar (1713 – 19) the pillar was severely damaged and broken into five pieces. The pieces were shifted to Asiatic Society of Bengal in Kolkata. In 1866 they were received back and were erected together in 1867. }} * {{see | name=Pir Ghaib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.676 | long=77.213 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q85793434 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=Delhi has countless monuments and they are located in the most unusual places. The Hindu Rao Hospital houses a couple of ruined buildings dating back to the Delhi Sultanate. The ridge was once a favourite hunting ground for Feroz Shah Tughlaq (reign 1351 – 1388). Pir Ghaib, located inside the Hindu Rao Hospital complex is a remains of one of hunting lodges of Feroz Shah Tughlaq. Later on it was abandoned and probably served as a mosque and even as an astronomical observatory. It also probably served as a residence of a Muslim saint, who disappeared mysteriously. No wonder Pir Ghaib literally translates into the "vanished saint"! Today the gate of the Hindu Rao Hospital is located just opposite the Ashokan Pillar, a winding road through the hospital complex leads to the Phir Ghaib. The structure has remained intact and a stairs leads to the terrace of the two storied structure. The terrace houses a cylindrical structure. which was probably a part of the observatory. ery next to the Pir Ghaib is a step well called Hindu Rao Hospital Baoli, dating back to the same period. It is a large well with a flight of steps leading to the water. A simple structure with almost no ornamentation. }} * {{see | name=Chauburja Mosque | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6824 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=From the Hindu Rao Hospital gate a long walk northwards along the North Ridge leads to the park maintained by Delhi Development Authority (DDA). Next to the entrance of the park is the Chauburja Mosque. This was also constructed by Feroz Shah Tughlaq and along with Pir Ghaib and the baoli was part and parcel of the hunting expeditions. Literally meaning the Mosque with four towers (or probably domes), sadly only the dome of the south – east corner survives to this day. The eastern side has three arched entrances and four bastions. }} * {{see | name=Southern Gurad House | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6863 | long=77.2159 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2017-09-12 | content=A walk along the wanding roadways of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) park leads to the Southern Guard House and then to the Flagstaff Tower. A couple of yards to the left of the main walkway is the Southern Guard House. A small rectangular structure with a pedimented roof. Built in the first part of the nineteenth century the Southern Guard House along with the nearby Flagstaff Tower, was part of the cantonment area of the armed forces of the British East India Company. }} * {{see | name=Flagstaff Tower | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.688 | long=77.2181 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5457032 | content=Just north of the Southern Guard House and the highest point of the North Ridge (Kamala Nehru Ridge) is the Flagstaff Tower. The stout, circular, one room castellated tower was built around 1828 as a signal tower. The Flagstaff Tower played an important role during the Sepoy Mutiny (Indian Rebellion of 1857). }} ===Gurudwaras=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Nank Piao | alt= | url=http://www.dsgmc.in/DharmParchar/GurdwaraNanakPiaoSahib | email= | address=Rana Pratap Road (also known as Grand Trunk Road or GT Road), Rana Pratap Bagh | lat=28.69127 | long=77.19209 | directions=north Delhi, bus 19, 19A, 62, 102 to Nanak Piao Gurudwara stop, or from Metro: Model Town (Yellow) 1km South | phone=+91 11 2742 5087 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5619974 | content=Built at the site, in the garden where Guru Nanak Dev camped when he visited Delhi in 1505 during the reign of Sultan Sikandar Lodi. }} * {{see | name=Guru Tegh Bahadur Smarak | alt= | url= | email= | address=GT Karnal Road, Singhu Border, NH1 | lat=28.8542 | long=77.1265 | directions=Far north. From Jahangirpuri Metro Station (the closest one) fifteen km to north. Narela train station (west, about three km). Take bus 131, 136, 144-1, 144, 193 to stop Shingu Gaon. Walk ~200 m NE | phone= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This monument has a unique concept. Guru Tegh Bahadur has been depicted by a central pylon but his three disciples by three semi-arches. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Avantika Udyan | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.704271 | long=77.092715 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Nirankari Sarovar | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.725640 | long=77.199713 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{do | name=Swarn Jayanti Park | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 9, Rohini | lat=28.72226 | long=77.11851 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{do | name=Yamuna Biodiversity Park | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.734176 | long=77.214666 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q60772301 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A biodiversity park developed by the Delhi Development Authority (DDA). It serves as an ideal habitat for migratory and resident bird species. }} ==Buy== ===Markets=== * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar | alt= | url=| email= | address=Shakti Nagar | lat=28.68 | long=77.2 | directions=next to Delhi University's North campus; Bus 19A, 62, 92, 100A, 102, 106, 114, 115, 116, 125, 127, 128, 131, 133, 136 to stop 'Kamla Nagar'; near Pulbangash Metro Station | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6358705 | content=Popular with college students and known for its spicy street food. }} * {{buy | name=Dilli Haat | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.695834 | long=77.149863 | directions=close to Pitampura TV Tower, metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3595641 | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content=The second Dilli Haat after the first one in [[New Delhi/South|South New Delhi]]. It is a wonderful place to get crafts from all over the country. What is distinctive here is that the artists themselves come to sell their goods, so your money goes directly to them, rather than to middlemen. Some bargaining may be necessary if you want the best price. Prices are higher than elsewhere, but the modest entry fee keeps out beggars, ripoff artists, and most touts. Many visitors find the mellow atmosphere worth the extra cost of shopping here. It also has a section called Foods of India. This has a huge number of restaurants, each showcasing the food of a particular state of India. (Most of them give a mix of Chinese and Indian food, but state delicacies are also included). This section is a must-go for the foodie-cum-tourist. }} ===Shopping malls=== * {{buy | name=Ambiance Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.718866 | long=77.112407 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=City Centre Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.717040 | long=77.114248 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Metro Walk | alt= | url=https://metrowalk.co.in/ | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.723984 | long=77.113214 | directions=metro: {{station|Rithala|red}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6824770 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=An open shopping mall with an amusement park called Adventure Island. There are many stand-alone restaurants as well as food court kiosks. }} * {{buy | name=Pacific Mall | alt= | url= | email= | address=Pitampura | lat=28.694531 | long=77.153982 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sector 10, Rohini | lat=28.715013 | long=77.116314 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{buy | name=Unity One Elengate | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.695552 | long=77.152713 | directions=metro: {{station|Netaji Subhash Place|red|pink}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-10 | content= }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Amritsari Kulcha King (Karol Bagh wale) | alt=Amritsari Kulcha Wala | url= | email= | address=Paschim Vihar Red Light | lat=28.6785 | long=77.0769 | directions=near Jwala Heri Market | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-18 | content=If you are into amritsari kulcha, you probably can't miss this. People on dieting beware: the amount of butter that the vendor puts in is huge. However, without it you will not enjoy the Amritsari Kulcha so much. It is kind of a road side dhaba or shack. ₹60 for two kulchas is what he charges. It is actually on Outer Ring Road, Adjoining to a park wall. You can ask anybody about the Kulcha wala and they will be able to tell you the direction in Paschim Vihar/Meera Vihar Outer Ring Rd. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ama Rabsel House | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Hotel/Ama-Rabsel-House-100764240546164/ | email=amarabselhouse@gmail.com | address=House No 47, New Aruna Nagar | lat=28.70250 | long=77.22891 | directions=Behind Dolma House restaurant | phone=+91 11 23816977, +91 11 23812284 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout=noon | price=₹500-1,000 | content=A surprisingly large and modern hotel, hidden down a dark alleyway next to Dolma House restaurant. Friendly staff appear to be constantly cleaning. The attached restaurant, on the other hand, is of low quality. }} * {{sleep | name=Sham Nath Villa | alt= | url= | email=shamnathvilla@hotmail.com | address=12, Sham Nath Marg, Civil Lines | lat=28.6756 | long=77.2250 | directions=Opposite Oberoi Maidens | phone=+91 11 2397 6660, +91 11 2392 3925 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2392 3925 | hours= | price=Double rooms with air-con US$90. Breakfast included. | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} ===Mid-range=== ===Splurge=== * {{sleep | name=Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.719510 | long=77.110180 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111402191 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Radisson Blu Hotel, New Delhi Paschim Vihar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Outer Ring Rd, Paschim Vihar | lat=28.666854 | long=77.090748 | directions= | phone=+91 1146399999 | tollfree= | checkin=2PM | checkout=noon | price= | wikidata=Q111402190 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Seven Seas Hotel | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.700410 | long=77.115400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q111861334 | lastedit=2026-07-18 | content= }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{outlinedistrict}} {{geo||}} 8h7v06gkp1xt0cfospsf8ovqxyrlpih 0 215841 5328622 5323133 2026-08-15T06:37:53Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/Central Delhi]] to [[Delhi/Central]] over redirect: "Central Delhi" is not the official name of the district. The official name is just "Central". 5323133 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh''', as well as the medieval city of '''Ferozabad''' and the early British-era '''Civil Lines'''. ==Understand== [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] ===Orientation=== The Wikivoyage district of Central Delhi contains an interesting mix of architecture from Sultanate and colonial periods. Other than the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh''', it comprises the medieval city of Ferozabad and the early British-era Civil Lines. The Mughal-era walled city of [[Old Delhi]] is covered separately. * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. * '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād'') &mdash; A medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of Christian Cemeteries. * '''Civil Lines''' ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6386|77.1725|zoom=13|width=560|height=480|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6456,77.2179|28.6462,77.2138|28.6467,77.2130|28.6471,77.2112|28.6469,77.2111|28.6471,77.2100|28.6484,77.2103|28.6491,77.2102|28.6503,77.2101|28.6503,77.2091|28.6505,77.2086|28.6518,77.2089|28.6522,77.2072|28.6521,77.2063|28.6506,77.2051|28.6571,77.2037|28.6587,77.2030|28.6593,77.2031|28.6598,77.2033|28.6606,77.2038|28.6611,77.2043|28.6617,77.2050|28.6626,77.2054|28.6627,77.1992|28.6626,77.1983|28.6629,77.1981|28.6623,77.1967|28.6620,77.1959|28.6618,77.1949|28.6620,77.1929|28.6623,77.1920|28.6615,77.1915|28.6616,77.1898|28.6628,77.1849|28.6637,77.1830|28.6644,77.1808|28.6636,77.1805|28.6633,77.1812|28.6632,77.1806|28.6631,77.1806|28.6611,77.1812|28.6604,77.1811|28.6602,77.1808|28.6601,77.1798|28.6589,77.1797|28.6587,77.1795|28.6586,77.1790|28.6587,77.1772|28.6575,77.1771|28.6575,77.1760|28.6569,77.1759|28.6564,77.1751|28.6557,77.1750|28.6548,77.1745|28.6545,77.1741|28.6545,77.1737|28.6546,77.1732|28.6550,77.1728|28.6556,77.1728|28.6560,77.1732|28.6572,77.1733|28.6575,77.1731|28.6581,77.1730|28.6585,77.1732|28.6597,77.1698|28.6604,77.1703|28.6606,77.1703|28.6611,77.1706|28.6617,77.1706|28.6620,77.1708|28.6624,77.1706|28.6626,77.1702|28.6638,77.1698|28.6639,77.1697|28.6648,77.1699|28.6650,77.1699|28.6655,77.1696|28.6666,77.1696|28.6667,77.1700|28.6668,77.1706|28.6669,77.1717|28.6668,77.1732|28.6666,77.1735|28.6667,77.1736|28.6690,77.1672|28.6721,77.1595}} ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} my0a40db29etunwbww0b3d2c5wmidt8 5328653 5328622 2026-08-15T07:09:40Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328653 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh''', as well as the medieval city of '''Ferozabad''' and the early British-era '''Civil Lines'''. ==Understand== [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] ===Orientation=== The Wikivoyage district of Central Delhi contains an interesting mix of architecture from Sultanate and colonial periods. Other than the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh''', it comprises the medieval city of Ferozabad and the early British-era Civil Lines. The Mughal-era walled city of [[Old Delhi]] is covered separately. * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. * '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād'') &mdash; A medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of Christian Cemeteries. * '''Civil Lines''' ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.6386|77.1725|zoom=13|width=560|height=480|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} 5ue53i7z6gp31am1zh1u7mpqiebkmhb 5328654 5328653 2026-08-15T07:11:31Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328654 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh''', as well as the medieval city of '''Ferozabad''' and the early British-era '''Civil Lines'''. ==Understand== [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] ===Orientation=== The Wikivoyage district of Central Delhi contains an interesting mix of architecture from Sultanate and colonial periods. Other than the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh''', it comprises the medieval city of Ferozabad and the early British-era Civil Lines. The Mughal-era walled city of [[Old Delhi]] is covered separately. * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. * '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād'') &mdash; A medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of Christian Cemeteries. * '''Civil Lines''' ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.652|77.2|zoom=14|width=500|height=480|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} t8ramkr5pbi5p56v5xrmlu91g5szfnr 5328655 5328654 2026-08-15T07:11:44Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328655 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh''', as well as the medieval city of '''Ferozabad''' and the early British-era '''Civil Lines'''. ==Understand== [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] ===Orientation=== The Wikivoyage district of Central Delhi contains an interesting mix of architecture from Sultanate and colonial periods. Other than the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh''', it comprises the medieval city of Ferozabad and the early British-era Civil Lines. The Mughal-era walled city of [[Old Delhi]] is covered separately. * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. * '''Ferozabad''' (फ़िरोज़ाबाद ''Firozābād'') &mdash; A medieval city constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of Christian Cemeteries. * '''Civil Lines''' ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.652|77.2|zoom=14|width=500|height=450|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} b7penwry6zo03v1l1l3rfurc1zx1oex 5328656 5328655 2026-08-15T07:12:24Z Sbb1413 2217354 5328656 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh'''. ==Understand== [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] ===Orientation=== * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.652|77.2|zoom=14|width=500|height=450|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} 7mnjwre1xlj2yq0ahg9efbqi0e2x66w 5328658 5328656 2026-08-15T07:13:42Z Sbb1413 2217354 5328658 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh'''. ==Understand== ===Orientation=== * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.652|77.2|zoom=14|width=500|height=450|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} c1uiwoca1c4674e05ctbl9rpjep9evn 5328666 5328658 2026-08-15T07:15:43Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Bazaars */ 5328666 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh'''. ==Understand== ===Orientation=== * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.652|77.2|zoom=14|width=500|height=450|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in central Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} bf94t60sjvaakxvol9cjfj270pvbhr8 5328670 5328666 2026-08-15T07:18:33Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328670 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh'''. ==Understand== ===Orientation=== * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.652|77.2|zoom=14|width=500|height=450|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in central Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} m7sjzhpid0nldtli71ikpbv7dmf0gsz 5328671 5328670 2026-08-15T07:19:32Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328671 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh'''. ==Understand== ===Orientation=== * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.651|77.2005|zoom=14|width=450|height=450|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in central Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} exihba0a8s8rxc5djpvualswis2rcmo 5328672 5328671 2026-08-15T07:19:46Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Get in */ 5328672 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Wv Karol Bagh banner.JPG|pgname=Central Delhi}} '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the backpacker areas of '''Paharganj''' and '''Karol Bagh'''. ==Understand== ===Orientation=== * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; A neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (क़रोल बाग़ ''Qarol Bāġ'') &mdash; West of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.651|77.2006|zoom=14|width=450|height=450|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6721,77.1595|28.6712,77.1577|28.6722,77.1519|28.6738,77.1401|28.6704,77.1386|28.6696,77.1380|28.6682,77.1364|28.6676,77.1376|28.6672,77.1380|28.6672,77.1379|28.6613,77.1299|28.6604,77.1312|28.6591,77.1325|28.6585,77.1317|28.6581,77.1320|28.6579,77.1319|28.6584,77.1332|28.6586,77.1334|28.6604,77.1338|28.6594,77.1359|28.6588,77.1368|28.6588,77.1370|28.6584,77.1378|28.6552,77.1357|28.6539,77.1344|28.6535,77.1344|28.6522,77.1296|28.6515,77.1272|28.6503,77.1250|28.6383,77.1297|28.6374,77.1301|28.6315,77.1323|28.6206,77.1364|28.6171,77.1364|28.6173,77.1368|28.6173,77.1373|28.6176,77.1382|28.6177,77.1384|28.6170,77.1387|28.6167,77.1392|28.6175,77.1398|28.6177,77.1399|28.6174,77.1408|28.6175,77.1410|28.6188,77.1417|28.6214,77.1438|28.6226,77.1442|28.6239,77.1444|28.6242,77.1446|28.6249,77.1456|28.6242,77.1460|28.6232,77.1480|28.6241,77.1487|28.6265,77.1494|28.6264,77.1505|28.6263,77.1513|28.6251,77.1519|28.6245,77.1533|28.6229,77.1555|28.6219,77.1563|28.6210,77.1573|28.6201,77.1563|28.6190,77.1576|28.6156,77.1626|28.6112,77.1638|28.6062,77.1640|28.6042,77.1638|28.6035,77.1644|28.6038,77.1651|28.6041,77.1661|28.6040,77.1672|28.6035,77.1688|28.6031,77.1693|28.6059,77.1708|28.6080,77.1716|28.6117,77.1747|28.6143,77.1748|28.6171,77.1763|28.6191,77.1765|28.6198,77.1768|28.6224,77.1790|28.6237,77.1807|28.6262,77.1843|28.6291,77.1868|28.6313,77.1882|28.6337,77.1893|28.6342,77.1899|28.6381,77.1934|28.6402,77.1947|28.6427,77.1965|28.6435,77.1969|28.6452,77.1973|28.6449,77.1985|28.6427,77.2034|28.6413,77.2048|28.6411,77.2052|28.6361,77.2139|28.6394,77.2162|28.6419,77.2182|28.6419,77.2185|28.6443,77.2181|28.6444,77.2186|28.6447,77.2206|28.6448,77.2210|28.6464,77.2209|28.6474,77.2228|28.6521,77.2195|28.6525,77.2193|28.6528,77.2192|28.6530,77.2191|28.6533,77.2191|28.6617,77.2183|28.6623,77.2184|28.6623,77.2184|28.6637,77.2180|28.6639,77.2174|28.6642,77.2162|28.6645,77.2148|28.6647,77.2139|28.6648,77.2137|28.6648,77.2136|28.6655,77.2130|28.6657,77.2127|28.6660,77.2121|28.6661,77.2120|28.6665,77.2113|28.6670,77.2105|28.6672,77.2102|28.6672,77.2100|28.6672,77.2098|28.6674,77.2093|28.6668,77.2091|28.6671,77.2082|28.6689,77.2058|28.6692,77.2040|28.6694,77.2033|28.6699,77.2028|28.6704,77.2025|28.6710,77.2022|28.6713,77.2018|28.6713,77.2006|28.6696,77.1996|28.6723,77.1954|28.6721,77.1948|28.6729,77.1942|28.6729,77.1940|28.6733,77.1940|28.6739,77.1937|28.6745,77.1918|28.6736,77.1914|28.6742,77.1898|28.6718,77.1887|28.6721,77.1878|28.6734,77.1876|28.6739,77.1871|28.6740,77.1862|28.6738,77.1856|28.6738,77.1853|28.6742,77.1853|28.6745,77.1845|28.6749,77.1846|28.6758,77.1824|28.6759,77.1816|28.6764,77.1817|28.6768,77.1799|28.6784,77.1804|28.6791,77.1801|28.6779,77.1765|28.6777,77.1757|28.6775,77.1726|28.6774,77.1720|28.6760,77.1681|28.6742,77.1654|28.6736,77.1641|28.6728,77.1611|28.6721,77.1595}} ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=National Agricultural Science Museum | alt= | url=http://www.icar.org.in/en/national-agricultural-science-museum/ | email= | address=AP Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC, Pusa | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q121484945 | lastedit=2026-03-01 | content= }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url=http://jhandewalamandir.com/ | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat=28.649143 | long=77.204147 | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Jhandewalan Temple | wikidata=Q17058941 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} ==Do== ==Buy== ===Bazaars=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Sadar Bazaar | alt=सदर बाज़ार ''Sadar Bāzār'', meaning 'main market' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.658814 | long=77.216742 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Sadar Bazaar, Delhi | image=The Bara Toti market in Sadar Bazaar.JPG | wikidata=Q7397568 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=A wholesale market in central Delhi with severe congestion, chaos, and buzzes with commercial activity. It is considered the largest wholesale market in India. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Paharganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} ==Drink== ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ==Connect== {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} e5lkz60w58p30r9py2dhgtrrcwlw45o 1 215842 5328624 5216588 2026-08-15T06:37:54Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Talk:Delhi/Central Delhi]] to [[Talk:Delhi/Central]]: "Central Delhi" is not the official name of the district. The official name is just "Central". 5216588 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Talk:Delhi/Old Delhi]] ike510sc99xoi0ne7wpayk46sr42yh5 0 216139 5328451 5327440 2026-08-14T17:44:27Z Borgenland 2282829 /* Buy */ 5328451 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} The '''eastern portion''' of [[Laguna]] is a rough agglomeration of 16 towns sandwiched between the eastern shores of Laguna de Bay and the western slopes of the Sierra Madre mountains and Mount Banahaw. It is where the rural and wild portion of the province can be seen unhindered by the urbanization to its west. ==Understand== {{mapframe}} This area guide encompasses 16 municipalities, namely: *{{marker|name=[[Santa Cruz (Laguna)|Santa Cruz]]|wikidata=Q75938}} - Provincial capital *{{marker|name=[[Cavinti]]|wikidata=Q69749}} - resort town, gateway to Lumot and Caliraya Lakes, several waterfalls, Bumbungan Eco-park and a heritage church *{{marker|name=Famy|wikidata=Q69759}} - small highway junction town in northeastern Laguna with a few natural attractions in between. *{{marker|name=[[Kalayaan (Laguna)|Kalayaan]]|wikidata=Q69771}} - A small town and gateway to Caliraya with a Spanish-era church and forests *{{marker|name=[[Luisiana]]|wikidata=Q69812}} - Upland town dubbed the Little Baguio of Laguna due to its cool climate, forests, waterfalls and mountains. *{{marker|name=[[Lumban]]|wikidata=Q69824}} - One of the oldest known precolonial towns in Laguna. A center for hand embroidery. Home to a Spanish era church and one of the gateways to Caliraya Lake *{{marker|name=[[Mabitac]]|wikidata=Q75875}} - Gateway to Laguna from Rizal province, known for its church situated on top of a hill with 125 steps *{{marker|name=[[Magdalena (Laguna)|Magdalena]]|wikidata=Q75881}} - Dubbed as the "Little Hollywood of Laguna" due to it being a setting for several iconic Filipino movies and TV series *{{marker|name=[[Majayjay]]|wikidata=Q75888}} - Highland town that is home to the only Catholic basilica in Laguna and some of the few remaining Spanish-era bridges in the country *{{marker|name=[[Paete]]|wikidata=Q75899}} - A municipality known for its heritage church containing colonial-era paintings, woodcarving and folk art traditions. *{{marker|name=[[Pagsanjan]]|wikidata=Q75905}} - Home to Pagsanjan Falls *{{marker|name=[[Pakil]]|wikidata=Q75910}}- Home to Our Lady of Turumba, one of the most revered images of the Virgin Mary housed in a Spanish era church. Surrounded by springs and mountains *{{marker|name=[[Pangil]]|wikidata=Q75918}} - Home to Our Lady of O, one of the few revered images of the Virgin Mary depicting her as a pregnant woman *{{marker|name=[[Pila]]| lat=14.233778| long=121.364444| wikidata=Q75923}} - One of the oldest precolonial towns in Laguna and home to one of the few surviving colonial-era town centers in the Philippines. *{{marker|name=Santa Maria|wikidata=Q75943}} - rice granary of Laguna, a stopover on the Marilaque Highway and home to less-visited waterfalls *{{marker|name=Siniloan|wikidata=Q75948}} - economic and transport hub of northeastern Laguna Unlike the rest of Laguna, the region is predominantly rural and has avoided the urban sprawl from [[Metro Manila]] that has subsumed the western portion of the province or the agglomeration that is growing around [[San Pablo (Laguna)|San Pablo]] in southern Laguna. The region's geographical position between Laguna de Bay and the Sierra Madre mountains gives it a greenish impression, with frequent rains feeding the waterfalls and forested highlands, as well as the extensive ricefields that sustain the region's economy, along with a growing interest in ecotourism features such as Lakes Caliraya and Lumot. The bulk of the province's heritage churches, dating from the Spanish era, can be found in this region, making it a hub for Catholic, Christian and syncretic faith tourism with its iconic religious images and unique festivals and rituals. Although there are no officially-recognized cities in the area, the towns of Pila and Pagsanjan, as well as the provincial capital, Santa Cruz, are the main commercial hubs due to their proximity to the rest of Laguna and their location along the Calamba-Pagsanjan Road, the main thoroughfare in the lakeside towns of the province. These three towns enjoy direct access to Metro Manila in terms of public transportation and road infrastructure, making them an ideal base to explore the outlying towns. Eastern Laguna's position between Laguna de Bay and the Sierra Madre results in a consistent pattern of rainy weather in the region for most of the year. A local joke says that the rainy season lasts for 10 months with the dry season only running for the remaining two. ==Get in== ===By bus=== From Cubao or Buendia terminals in Metro Manila, DLTB, LLI and HM operate direct services to Santa Cruz via the Calamba-Pagsanjan Road, passing through Pila. The HM terminal is actually in Pagsawitan, a barangay of Pagsanjan on the boundary with Santa Cruz, but travelers heading to Pagsanjan town proper will need to transfer by jeep. DLTB also operates infrequent trips to Luisiana via Santa Cruz from Buendia. '''Raymond Transport Inc''' operates services from Manila to Infanta in northern [[Quezon Province]] via Manila East Road, passing through Mabitac, Siniloan and Famy. ===By car=== From Manila, the main route to eastern Laguna is from the Calamba-Pagsanjan Road, exiting from Turbina exit of the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) in Calamba and passing through Pila, Santa Cruz and Pagsanjan. Another option for those heading to Majayjay is SLEX's [[Santo Tomas (Batangas)|Santo Tomas]] exit in Batangas, which reenters Laguna at Alaminos and goes on to San Pablo, where the highway proceeds to Rizal, [[Nagcarlan]] and [[Liliw]] before reaching Majayjay. From Nagcarlan, a two-lane road leads to Santa Cruz via Barangay Calumpang, where a branch leads separately to Pila. It is also possible to reach Laguna from Rizal through the Manila East Road into Mabitac and then down to its terminus in Pagsanjan, but it is a longer drive that passes through mountains and involves navigating dangerous curves. The Marilaque Highway further north also passes through the mountainous far north of Laguna on its way to northern Quezon from [[Antipolo]], but does not pass through major population centers and is connected to the rest of the region by a desolate two lane-road in Barangay Cueva, Santa Maria. Further south, Pililla-Jalajala-Pakil Road is a longer detour that skirts the shores of the Jala-jala Peninsula along Laguna de Bay leading to the western exclaves of Pakil and Pangil before terminating in Mabitac. From Quezon Province, eastern Laguna is served by Route 603 from [[Lucena]] entering at Luisiana and ending at Pagsanjan via Cavinti. A spur line also connects Majayjay with [[Lucban]]. ===By jeep=== As the provincial capital, Santa Cruz is the main hub of jeepneys from the rest of Laguna, particularly those originating from [[Calamba]], [[San Pablo (Laguna)|San Pablo]], [[Nagcarlan]] and [[Liliw]], as well as from [[Lucban]] in Quezon. From [[Rizal]], SINCRODA operates jeepneys and minibuses from Robinsons [[Cainta]] (Big R) into Mabitac and Siniloan via Manila East Road. There are also jeepneys in [[Tanay]], [[Pililla]] and Jala-jala heading to Siniloan via Mabitac. From Lucban, there are also jeepneys heading to Majayjay and Luisiana. A jeepney service also runs from Nagcarlan to Majayjay via Liliw. ==Get around== The main form of transportation between the region's towns are [[jeepney]]s, with fares starting at P13. The main jeepney hub is Santa Cruz, where services branch out to the rest of Laguna. For eastern Laguna, the relevant jeepney routes are as follows: *Santa Cruz-[[Calamba]] (for those heading to Pila) *Santa Cruz-[[Pila]] *Santa Cruz-[[Pagsanjan]] *Santa Cruz-[[Lumban]] *Santa Cruz-Lumot (barangay of Lumban, for those heading to Lakes Caliraya and Lumot) *Santa Cruz-Siniloan (for those heading to northeast Laguna, also passes through Pagsanjan) *Santa Cruz-[[Cavinti]] *Santa Cruz-[[Luisiana]] *Santa Cruz-[[Lucban]], Quezon Province via Pagsanjan, Cavinti and Luisiana *Santa Cruz-[[Magdalena (Laguna)|Magdalena]] *Santa Cruz-[[Majayjay]] (via Magdalena) *Santa Cruz-[[Liliw]] (via Magdalena) *Santa Cruz-[[Nagcarlan]] (via Magdalena and Liliw) Mabitac, Famy and Santa Maria do not have jeepney services and are only accessible via tricycle from Siniloan. A one-way fare from Siniloan to Mabitac will cost P60. Tricycles are also used for travelling within individual towns, with fares starting at P20. Jeepneys run between Majayjay and Luisiana. ===By car=== Driving in eastern Laguna is generally a quick affair, with the exception of Pila, Santa Cruz and Pagsanjan. Outside these towns however, driving can be hazardous due to frequent rains, narrow two-lane roads and highland terrain, particularly when going to Lake Caliraya, Cavinti, Luisiana and Majayjay. ==See== {{movetocity}} For individual listings, see [[Cavinti]], [[Kalayaan (Laguna)|Kalayaan]], [[Luisiana]], [[Lumban]], [[Mabitac]], [[Magdalena (Laguna)|Magdalena]], [[Majayjay]], [[Paete]], [[Pagsanjan]], [[Pakil]], [[Pangil]], [[Pila]], and [[Santa Cruz (Laguna)|Santa Cruz]]. The main reasons to go to eastern Laguna are to hike its mountains, swim in pristine waterfalls, fish or do watersports in the manmade lakes of Caliraya and Lumot, or to pray and marvel at its Spanish-era churches that seem to line up in almost every municipality. In addition, the town centers of Pila and [[Pagsanjan]] contain a sizeable number of colonial-era houses similar to those in [[Vigan]] and [[Taal]], although contrary to popular belief, the houses in Laguna date back from the early years of the 20th century during the American occupation. * {{see | name=Mount Romelo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mayatba, Siniloan | lat=14.457447 | long=121.478930 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-03-10 | content=A {{cvt|300|m}} peak surrounded by multiple waterfalls. Most hikes to the mountain combine a stop with the Buruwisan Falls. }} ==Buy== With the exception of Santa Cruz, eastern Laguna is free of shopping malls, with commerce in the rest of the region being conducted in the respective municipal markets and small groceries. Unlike in western Laguna, most payment is expected to be ''in cash only''. As the woodcarving capital of the Philippines, tourists seeking unique Filipino handicrafts flock to Paete for its wooden religious sculptures and papier mache toys depicting animals known as ''taka''. Lumban is also known for its embroidery. Many of the old churches also sell religious and souvenir items including sculptures, fridge magnets, rosaries and prayer books in their convents. Pakil Church in particular sells holy oil. ==Eat== Dining options are relatively extensive and diverse in Pila, Santa Cruz and Pagsanjan, but decrease in the outlying towns. There are no fastfood chains for example when traveling from Pagsanjan to Siniloan. Street food is prevalent everywhere, though standard hygiene precautions also need to be considered. Convenience stores like 7/11, Alfamart, and Dali are available in most towns. For quick and filling meal, there are roast chicken stores in every town. Some local delicacies include: *''Abnoy'', also known as ''Bugok'', a ''Bibingka'' (rice cake) partially made from salted eggs and drenched in vinegar, resulting in a sometimes sinister smell that can bar you from entering some establishments. Both are colloquial Filipino terms for "crazy". *'' Kesong puti'' (White Cheese, especially in Santa Cruz) *Lanzones fruit (seasonal in Paete) ==Drink== Apart from commercial beer and spirits, ''lambanog'' (coconut spirit) is common here and in the rural areas, although the risk of methanol poisoning from improper distillation exists. ==Sleep== Lakes Caliraya and Lumot are popular glamping and camping destinations for tourists coming from Metro Manila. Similar arrangements also exist along the Marilaque Highway in Santa Maria, Famy and Siniloan. Conventional lodging options also exist in Pila, Santa Cruz and Pagsanjan. ==Stay safe== As a predominantly rural area, eastern Laguna is generally safe, though Santa Cruz has the petty crime vibes of a moderately-sized Philippine city. Beware of touts though, especially in tourist hotspots like Pagsanjan or Caliraya. Begging syndicates operate as far as Siniloan. Rains are frequent all-year round in eastern Laguna, so bring an umbrella whenever possible. Floods can be a problem when Laguna de Bay or any of the rivers that empty into it overflows. Typhoons are also another major risk. In the summer, forested areas are vulnerable to wildfires. Despite Laguna being named after Laguna de Bay, swimming in the lake itself is not a good idea due to pollution, murky waters, lack of beaches, volatile currents and lots of fishing boats and fishponds operating in it. Additional care should be undertaken while driving in parts of eastern Laguna due to mountainous terrain. The standard precautions in hiking also apply. The New People's Army operates in a severely diminished capacity in remote areas of eastern Laguna. Sporadic battles with government forces sometimes occur. ==Stay healthy== Like the rest of the Philippines, standard precautions should be made when coming into contact with stray dogs, cats and other potential carriers of rabies, snakes (particularly when hiking or in agricultural lands) and dengue-carrying mosquitoes. Pharmacies are found in virtually every town, although the ones in smaller towns operate at a slower pace. Hospitals of varying quality exist in most towns, but serious cases are generally referred to Metro Manila. ==Go next== {{routebox | placename=Eastern Laguna | image1=N66 (Philippines).svg | imagesize1=22 | directionl1=W | majorl1=[[Calamba]] | minorl1=[[Victoria (Laguna)|Victoria]] | directionr1=E | majorr1=END | minorr1= | link1= | caption1= | image2=N602 (Philippines).svg | imagesize2=22 | directionl2=N | majorl2=[[Tanay]] | minorl2=[[Pililla]] | directionr2=S | majorr2=Continues south as [[Image:N603 (Philippines).svg|22px|link=]] | minorr2= | link2= | caption2= | image3=N603 (Philippines).svg | imagesize3=22 | directionl3=N | majorl3=Continues north as [[Image:N602 (Philippines).svg|22px|link=]] | minorl3= | directionr3=S | majorr3=[[Lucena]] | minorr3=[[Lucban]] | link3= | caption3= }} {{IsPartOf|Laguna }} {{outlineruralarea}} {{geo||}} 57zvgv4ni6r1mwphyklxtfw5pha2w5r 1 217860 5328508 5319698 2026-08-14T20:02:03Z WvTripPlannerTest000 2437512 /* Trip Planner broken? */ new section 5328508 wikitext text/x-wiki == Namespace == Since this feature seems to be restricted to logged in users, should this be kept in mainspace or in projectspace? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:56, 20 May 2026 (UTC) :actually never mind – I forgot [[Wikivoyage:Trip Planner]] contained the documentation. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:57, 20 May 2026 (UTC) == Trip Planner WIP/RFC == {{swept}} [[File:Trip-planner-wikivoyage-en.jpg|800px]] Using some AI vibe coding and decent amount of reviews, I was able to put together a tool that we could use here. Basically it's a "Cart" for travel destinations. Myself, until now I used competitor page to put together travel itineraries - but this could very well replace it. Additionally, the tool could work as "To visit" list. Notable features: * any/most WV marker can be dragged into it, its wikidata and lat/long will be saved; drag'n'drop supported to reorder stuff * the data is stored in mediawiki user-specific JS storage, so it should be available from all logged-in sessions * export to JSON/GPX/mediawiki text, import from JSON; I was thinking the mediawiki text could be later used for people who want to create travel itineraries maybe * map of the current trip * after grabbing https://openrouteservice.org/ API key, one can ask it to calculate distances (by car or feet, probably others) between the POIs I'd be happy if someone would give it a try -> you'll need to copy [[User:Andree.sk/common.js]] to your private common.js (or [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=User:Andree.sk/vector.js&oldid=4796073 use redirect]). -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 21:24, 28 January 2026 (UTC) :This sounds amazing – I'll give it a try. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 28 January 2026 (UTC) ::After some quick use, I have to say it's great and can very much see this as a tool being published for all desktop users. A few minor things, though: ::# How is the "route" feature supposed to be used? I tried entering at least two cities in a few ways but I still keep getting the must enter at least 2 cities error. ::# Is it possible to interim save such a route in your userspace? ::# Will support for public transit integration be included? I don't imagine this to be easy (especially compiling multiple countries' and public transit operators' timetables together), and I don't know if it's doable with OSM data either. ::Great job on this, btw! It's features like these we need to prevent this site from dying. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:46, 28 January 2026 (UTC) :::1) seems to work for me, maybe you can export/share the JSON and I'll check what's wrong... :::2) not yet, I'll check if it's possible to somehow export the paths in some reasonable format :::3) in principle, we could configure it to use some open GTFS data on per-city (e.g. in Prague I know for fact that complete routes are available), probably depends on how free the access is. The question is if the users would use it. But if we would head towards making WV one-stop tourist guide with more whistles included.... :::I'll test the stuff a bit more and if it turns out useful, I think indeed I'd put it out there, to get some feedback... Thanks for giving it early try! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:13, 30 January 2026 (UTC) I tried to make the tools as non-invasive as possible and made it public, to get more feedback. If you guys want to disable it, go into your preferences/Gadgets. If there's a consensus to remove it or not make it default enabled, we'll do it...... :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 21:02, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :I suppose it is useful, but I also think it indeed is intrusive, so not suitable for being activated by default. As I type this, I don't know how to close or move it, and it keeps de-iconifying, obscuring the text I am writing (yes, I can scroll the page so that the input box isn't covered, but it is still annoying). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 21:31, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::It shouldn't de-iconify on it's own, maybe some interaction with some browser extension, skin or [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Parsoid Parsoid]...? The only problem is, I'd say about 95% of people don't even know there are some gadgets in the settings. So if it's not on by default, almost noone will know it even exists. Especially the random visitors, for which I intended it the most (to keep them here) :-( -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 21:42, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :::Maybe then I'll add it to the icons at the top of of the article, instead of a floating icon, that's pretty tame, right? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 21:55, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :::Of course, unless it's on by default, few will find it, but it needs testing by regulars. I'll do some testing later, until then I cannot say what should be done. The de-iconifying happend when I used the reply function, on typing. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]], I improved the behavior a bit, now it should be more low-key... Let me know if you are okay with it now, I'd again enable it, to get some more than zero feedback... :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 20:29, 12 February 2026 (UTC) :::::Just an FYI that [[mw:Extension:ReadingLists]] is coming in the next few months which has persistent private storage of lists with a button that occupies the exact spaces you are adding your backpack icon. I think this feature could be ripe for repurposing/ customization in Wikivoyage as a "trip" feature (said as someone who has made [[Special:PrefixIndex/User:Jdlrobson/lists|lists]] in the past). You can play with it on test.wikipedia.org now as a beta feature. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 01:21, 16 February 2026 (UTC) ::::::Huh, thanks for the pointer... For a basic "to read" list it's okay, but the API is veeeery basic :-( I'll give it a try, but I'd say already now it's missing 90% of the functionality. If I only wanted a raw bookmark list, one can already put that in $User/Xyz... Especially I didn't want another "hidden storage" that can't be exported/exchanged with other people. Quite the opposite, I'd like it, if the data could be directly shared between users (think - a shared trip plan), but I think there's no such thing on mediawiki? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 05:34, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::::the api supports multiple lists; storing any page (across projects - including Wikipedia articles). Unlike the localStorage used in your tool it is persistent and will follow the user across devices (e.g. if I am on my mobile phone it will be annoying when I go to my laptop and the lists I spent hours creating are not there) :::::::The sharing functionality has been built by you already. Why could it not be built on top of the reading list feature rather than as a separate feature? In future where there is a bookmark button and a backpack button that both save lists, users are going to be very confused about why that the difference between them is. :::::::If you download the Wikipedia official app youll see additional features that are not yet on web. The android app supports sharing lists with other users (albeit wikipedia not wikivoyage). :::::::Essentially I have a concern here that shipping this feature to all users is going to give us headaches later on when we have to consolidate it with the native bookmarking tool that is currently being built by Wikimedia Foundation staff. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 17:46, 16 February 2026 (UTC) ::::::::The gadget works on listing granularity, though... Esp. on WV, having article-based storage for this stuff is quite useless. For a trip to a bigger city, you could do is pick the favorite districts at best. There are also features like map and route calculation. Bt, it only uses localStorage for anonymous users (if it worked), but switches to mw.Api().saveOption("userjs-...") to have it persistent across devices. ::::::::I don't see a problem with WP official, we will see it if+when it gets here. I've been waiting such a thing for 5+ years now :-) I don't mind competition, if the reading lists thing is better/voted for, we can disable this one. I'll add there a flash "beta" sticker in the meantime :-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:20, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::::::The problem with sharing lists of articles is that it's easy at the English Wikipedia to construct a list of articles that has inappropriate meaning – not just something like "Donald Trump, Fascism, Dementia", which might annoy some people, but things like "My, Teacher, Mary, Smith, Has, Sex, With, Students" or "Meeting, 123, Maple, Street, Chicago, Tuesday, Noon, Come, Alone". Private storage is a subpoena-generating risk (because account credentials can be shared, so it can turn into a private messaging system), public storage is a libel (and therefore oversighter) problem, and public sharing is a brand nightmare. This killed [[mw:Gather]] but not (apparently) the desire to create lists. :::::::::Having said all that, I don't think that these risks play out equally across all the wikis. It's a problem for the biggest wikis, but not here. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:58, 17 February 2026 (UTC) :::::::::: {{re|Andree.sk}} Just a minor bug. When I change the start date in the trip planner and click done, it doesn't save the newly selected date. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 16:28, 21 April 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::I'll check! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:46, 21 April 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::This hasn't been fixed yet. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 04:01, 17 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::I have fixed and reworked a few things, I'll deploy it next week... This bug should be gone :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 16:46, 17 May 2026 (UTC) === My Trip Planner === I just saw this icon and opened it up. I may have missed a post or two. Is there a place that elaborates on this new feature? —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 23:03, 15 February 2026 (UTC) :[[#Trip_Planner_WIP/RFC]]. Never mind me. —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 23:05, 15 February 2026 (UTC) ::Hi I also saw this and it's been interrupting some of my workflows on mobile so just turned it off. I am very concerned that logged out users cannot do the same. ::Sorry to be a buzz kill, but I have some serious reservations about adding this to the experience for '''ALL''' logged out users based on the feedback from 3 users ([[User:SHB2000]], [[User:LPfi]] and [[User:Andree.sk]] ) and I'd like to see some more discussion. I think this should be an opt-in gadget until that's happened. ::As someone who has recently taken over the listing editor I am very concerned about long maintenance and the anonymous community becoming too dependent on another gadget they we might not be able to maintain so I'd like to understand more of the plan there... ::I will share more thoughts later. Would those be better to put here or on another talk page? [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 00:32, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::Is there a way to make it show only to logged in users? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:34, 16 February 2026 (UTC) ::::yes. You can set rights option in addition to the default option to limit to logged in users with a certain right. I believe there is a right specific to all logged in users. [[Mw:Extension:Gadgets]]. I would have no objection to us doing that given gadgets tend to be a good place to cultivate new ideas (withiut the associated stress that comes with supporting a gadget for all users 😀). [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 01:17, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::We could also make it a desktop-only gadget. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:14, 27 March 2026 (UTC) ::::::I was contemplating the same - on desktop you would prepare your trip (fill the days with POIs) and have the gadget. On mobile, you'd open e.g. wv.org/wiki/MyTrip and it would show you the trip for today on a map (with much reduced interface). This would play nicely with the locator gadget too... OTOH, typically when I'm on a vacation, I don't take my desktop - yet I want to be able to adjust the plans... :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:34, 27 March 2026 (UTC) :::::::I think we can move discussion to [[MediaWiki talk:Gadget-TripPlanner]] now. Note gadgets dont support desktop vs mobile any more. You can choose not to display it by skin but that is not the same. We can however update the code to check things like browser viewport size. :::::::Currently the gadget is enabled for all logged in users. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 00:12, 28 March 2026 (UTC) :::Could you be more specific - which workflows does it break? Right now it really only adds that one icon... Does it interfere with some other gadgets or some browser? I'd like to make it ultimately available to everyone, if community doesn't disapprove it - but at the moment it doesn't show up for anonymous users (by accident :) I can't find how to enable it [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Manual:User_rights#List_of_permissions only for users, groups apparently can't be matched]?). As for maintenance, given how easy it became to (vibe-)code things, I'm not too concerned... :-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 05:21, 16 February 2026 (UTC) ::::My biggest concern is it creates a performance issues by introducing it a cumulative layout shift which would be highly damaging to Wikivoyage showing up in search result pages. However there are also security concerns. ::::Regarding vibe coding - I think it has great application for rapid prototyping but typically the resulting code quality and UX can be problematic. There are various problems in the code that could impact end users and playing with the tool I found quite a few bugs. If something is built with AI tooling I still expect a human to be able to understand it. ::::Where would be the best page to share these concerns? On the gadget talk page? ::::Regarding user rights I think autoconfirmed should be a the right group so perhaps editsemiprotected right would act as a good proxy? [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 17:34, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::It's a dynamically created gadget/on-click icon, does google/DDG/... index generated stuff already by programatically clicking all the stuff? Serious question, I'm no expert... :::::Obviously vibe-coding was a bit hyperbole, but for sure it was much less manual coding/inventing new stuff, than I'd expect... I tried to keep some security in mind, like not downloading stuff randomly and sanitizing inputs. We can for sure continue this on the gadget talk page! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:25, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::I probably wouldn't want autoconfirmed as the barrier – it prevents passer-by casual users with accounts from using this tool, reducing overall functionality. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 02:16, 24 April 2026 (UTC) === New version === I uploaded a new version which mainly splits out the routing/map etc. into separate page -> [[Trip Planner]].This style of interface seems to fit general use better, than map overlay. {{ping|SHB2000}} (or other admin), could you please lock that page editing for interface admins only? TIA. Also, it can now also Drag'n'Drop stuff from [[User:Andree.sk/ListingBrowser]] and wikdata links, in case you can't find the WV Listing. The gadget seems pretty featureful now, I plan only bugfixes if needed, because now I want to actually try to use it for a few trips :-) In case you have issues, please report in [[Wikivoyage_talk:Trip_Planner]], I think it's about time to move this thread there, too... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 20:29, 23 May 2026 (UTC) :Done. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:57, 24 May 2026 (UTC) ::btw a bit late...but it's technically not possible to restrict a non .css/.js page to IAs only (though maybe this is worth looking into?), at least with the current protection structure. I hope template editor protection is good enough for now. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 01:13, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I think it's fine, I just don't want random graffitti there... :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 05:46, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::haha fair enough :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:36, 27 May 2026 (UTC) == Logged out message == {{ping|Andree.sk}} would it perhaps be worth adding a message for logged out users, something along the lines of "This tool is only available when logged in."? That way users don't see a blank page when they load this page. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:27, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :Done! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:28, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::Awesome; cheers andree. :) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:17, 28 May 2026 (UTC) == UI problems == Similar to some others above, while this seems like a cool tool, I have reservations about deploying it for everyone as it still seems quite rough around the edges. The UI is just not intuitive. I rarely struggle with figuring out how to use digital tools, but I got quickly confused with it: :I opened it from a project page, and clicked "+ article", expecting that that would let me choose a destination to add. Nope, it added "Wikipedia:Deletion review" to my "backlog", which should not have been possible as that's not a destination (and it's extra confusing that it did so when the actual page I was on was our local equivalent, [[Wikivoyage:Votes for undeletion]]). Realizing that was an error, I sought to remove it, but there was no way to do that, so I had to click on "Open Full Trip Planner". Once there, I could finally remove it. To replace it, I clicked "+ article" again to find a page to replace it, but that just opened a pop-up "This page has no Wikidata ID.", which didn't tell me what I was doing wrong. Only at that point did I hover over the tooltip to see that the only way to add an article was to navigate to it and add it from its own page. So I tried again forming a sample itinerary, navigating to [[Paris]] and adding that to the "backlog" (still not sure what that means in this context) and putting it as day 1, then navigating to [[Amsterdam]] and putting it as day 2. I then went back to the trip planner page, where it seems it remembered Paris but not Amsterdam. I gave up at that point. These issues should be fixed, and there are others — for instance, the skeumorphic backpack icon for the planner really clashes with the other icons nearby (could we use something from [[commons:Category:Wikimedia Codex icons|the Codex library]], or at least an icon with a similar visual language such as [[:File:Icon-rucksack-1830863.svg]]?). But beyond any one issue, overall at this point this just isn't a usable tool for the average reader with average technical ability. It shouldn't be deployed as default in this state. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);color:var(--text-color-fixed,#202122);">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 20:13, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :Come to think of it: {{ping|Andree.sk}} how does the drag and drop feature work now that this tool is confined to this page? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:11, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::There are multiple options implemented currently: ::* using the tiny widget, you can DnD locally (from either the listings, or also [[User:Andree.sk/ListingBrowser]] ::* you can DnD between two open full [[Trip Planner]] windows ::* after you open tiny widget, you can DnD to full planner window... The reason is the TP currently is setup to not interfere with anything unless you click the widget. If it was always active, it could behave better. ::* you can DnD wikidata links to it ::For simplicity I removed most of the functionality from the tiny widget, but I think I will bring some back (like deleting or in-place editing for adding notes). -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 06:15, 17 June 2026 (UTC) * re {{ping|Sdkb}} :* icon: I chose this one to make it a bit more visible, that it's a special feature of WV. But I too considered some B&W one - the above would be fine with me. :* +article: Indeed we can disable it on Wikivoyage: namespace :* 'current trip' behavior: It's intentional - tiny widget changes the current trip (usually I am gathering POIs to just one trip), but the full size doesn't (for when you open multiple windows to drag POIs between trips), in my uses it seemed to work the best in the past 1/2 year. It may not be optimal - suggestions are welcome. :I had ~2-3 "feedbacks" since I put this here. But by all means, start vote on [[Wikivoyage:Travellers%27_pub]] to un-default this and use whatever other paid-for web service instead, and keep WV just as data source. I'd prefer ideas/patches to actually improve this tool, but it's a free wiki, do whatever you see fit .-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 06:32, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::Sure, see [[Wikivoyage:Travellers%27_pub#h-Trip_Planner_as_default-20260617171000]]. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);color:var(--color-base-fixed,#202122);">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 17:11, 17 June 2026 (UTC) == Feedback == Thanks for all the work you’ve put into this gadget! After reviewing the current implementation, I’ve gathered some technical and UX feedback to help get this ready for a wider launch. There are a few areas where we can tighten up the code and some UI bits that could use a polish. I hope this is helpful. Let me know if anything needs expanding or clarifying! === Technical Refinements === Firstly some very low hanging fruit: * Storage & Frameworks: Please switch from localStorage to mw.storage to stay within the MediaWiki environment. Also, could you swap out deprecated jQuery functions like .done() and .fail() for .then()? : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: I'd like to keep localStorage to be able to allow this feature also for non-logged-in users, if we enable the widget there. It seems mw.Api().saveOption() is not available for anonymous users :-( : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: It doesn't seem like either of the mentioned jQuery functions are deprecated? https://api.jquery.com/category/deprecated/ * Coordinate Handling: The current logic assumes coordinates are always in decimal format. We should ensure it handles Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) as well. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: Good idea, will try to add that * Clean-up: Also, keep an eye out for "dead code" (like m.on('popupopen') that can be cleared out to make the structure easier to follow. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: This one in particular is not dead, it handles loading of POI pictures from WD... I'll probably restructure it a bit, though, and for sure we can remove dead code. * Please do not rely on HTML structure as it is not covered by [[mw:Stable_interface_policy/Frontend]]. Please use mw.util.addPortletLink api for adding items to menus. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: okay, thanks for the suggestion === User Experience & Design === * Visuals & Accessibility: The dark mode is currently a bit too bright with low contrast, which hits accessibility. Also, the current icon feels a bit "clipart" compared to the site's aesthetic; a black icon would likely fit the look and feel much better. Let's also ensure buttons follow best practices for touch sizes on mobile devices. Right now they are very small. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: I'll try to do something with the colors and widget sizes. I considered the black icon, for now I wanted to make it at least a bit stand-out. But ultimately, it's just a random unicode character, I'm open to any alternative suggestions. I was contemplating e.g. some travel luggage icon like https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRvt1zsGdcwAlly47qX4-gSmlvR9dnKUlt35g&s * Clicking the backpack icon also creates a dialog inconsistent with other dialogs. It looks more jquery.ui then Vue. Could we update this to use @wikimedia/codex and vue to fit better with the general look and feel of the site ir at very least mirror the styling there? Using Vue on long term would also likely address a lot of accessibility/consistency issues. For example Vue dialogs close on escape key. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: Do you have some more details about this? Do you mean using something like https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Codex ? We can try, but myself, I'm definitely no expert using this... I can ask some AI if it can do it... * The "Move" function and "Drag and Drop" (specifically on mobile devices) are feeling a bit buggy/incomplete at the moment (I can share a video for this one if that is helpful - just ask). The concept of how to populate days from the backlog felt a little alien to me compared to other sites I use so maybe we could collect some more feedback about this specifically? : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: For sure, if you have some details, and especially some suggestions how to fix this, that'd be great. Ultimately, I think the mobile UI will have to work differently, because the drag'n'drop is really a PITA to use there... I have in plan some workflow that would allow selecting & moving multiple items at once, indeed preparing 20 days of POIs from backlog may be a bit tiresome. === Mobile & Performance === * The existing insertion creates layout shifting (CLS) on both mobile and desktop, which requires the re rendering of the page. We know Google heavily penalises against this in the SEO as it leads to bad UX (e.g if a user tries to click a button that then shifts position and causes them to click another). Given wikivoyage already has had SEO challenges in its lifetime this is a must fix for me if you want to add it for anonymous users. To fix I see two approaches. Firstly you could move it into the user menu dropdowns on both Minerva and Vector 2022. Alternatively if you want to keep the existing positioning use some CSS to reserve space. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: Could you tell which items you have in mind specifically? I don't recall any such moving widgets... Except of the initial icon insertion, but I'm not sure we can avoid it when the JS is only executed after the page is loaded... === Route calculator === * I think the Route Calculator—while cool—will be a bit too advanced for most of our users. most readers might struggle with the concept of an ORS API Key so perhaps we could detect one based on the presence of a global variable in user js and provide a link to instruct how to set that up? : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: I'd say editing user's JS is even more obscure than having the setting here... We can consider it, but to me it doesn't sound like a good idea. * The external service call to openrouteservice.org is a little concerning from a security point of view. Could we use a wmcloud proxy instead? Note that a Content-Security-Policy will be added to Wikimedia projects in the near future that will block this from working in future as it is currently written. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: In the meantime I asked for CSP exception (and for now it's granted). Nevertheless, I'm not sure how this would help, you mean that the proxy would somehow sanitize the inputs/outputs? Ultimately, maybe we could ask ORS for some cooperation, where they would allow our domain to use their services without registration. I didn't want to ask them (esp. since I'm not even an wiki-official) that way, until we stabilize this gadget. === Potential Alternative Path === * I have shared this already: the ReadingLists extension is launching soon. Instead of building this from scratch, we could pivot to use that as the foundation. We could localize "Lists" as "Trips" and use your gadget to enhance them (e.g., adding download options). This would make the feature much more maintainable (especially if we could utilize the bookmarkicon in articles) while letting the gadget serve as a "hot bed" for innovation for new features. I’m happy to chat through how we can adapt your current work to fit that model if that is something you are willing to talk through more. The concept of reading lists on Wikivoyage doesn't make sense so being able to repurpose it as a Trips feature seems like a good idea. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 13:29, 22 February 2026 (UTC) : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: I wouldn't mind this, but the problem is that the reading lists don't seem to allow arbitrary contents - just references to wiki pages? We need at very least "page + metadata" (and ability for the same page to be in the list multiple times, obviously; metadata would be the stuff like 'day id', 'wikidata of the listing', 'custom note'), or somesuch. Is it still possible to modify data model of those reading lists? == Pings == :Ping @[[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]] - not sure if you missed this? :I've updated the gadget to display for all logged in users by default (not anonymous users) while we work on this feedback. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 16:20, 14 March 2026 (UTC) ::Actually I did miss it :-) Thanks for the ping and extensive feedback, I'll go through it and get back to you! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 16:28, 14 March 2026 (UTC) ::: {{ping|Jdlrobson}} I added some answers... :) == Performance == Google tends to weight [https://web.dev/articles/vitals Google Web Vital score] when deciding which results to prioritize. On mobile and desktop the gadget causes a [https://web.dev/articles/cls cumulative layout shift] (CLS). If this was enabled for all users, in about 28 days, all pages on Wikivoyage would likely be classed as "Poor URLs" in Google Web Vitals leading to deprioritizing in favor of sites which do not have this performance issue. This is most noticeable on mobile which unfortunately is also the version Google prioritizes in its scoring according to its documentation. To fix this you'll need to do one of several things: 1) Move the creation of the item to somewhere where you can avoid this e.g. [[MediaWiki:Sidebar]] or #p-personal or #p-toolbox. The benefit of these menus is they are collapsed by default so you won't contribute to a bad score. 2) Add the item on server side. You'll need to backport a configuration change but the [[mw:Manual:Hooks/SkinTemplateNavigation::Universal]] menu is the only hook you can use to add this menu item to the current location without a CLS. 3) [last resort] Play CSS / JS gymnastics - add CSS to the gadget that reserves space for the item, and some CSS that removes that space when the icon is visible. This is really hacky and typically breaks so requires regular revisiting. Hope this is helpful. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 22:32, 21 June 2026 (UTC) == Design / user experience == Following my message in Travellers pub, I'd echo the comments above about using Codex for the feature. The use of a backpack emoji looks out of place. I'd recommend 1) Using Codex components. If you look at docs.wikimedia.org many of the components support CSS-only versions so you do not necessarily need to use Vue. 2) Using a Codex icon, or making an icon which fits the existing icon library. Hope this is helpful [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 22:42, 21 June 2026 (UTC) == Instrumentation == Following my message in Travellers pub, I'd recommend getting some data to inform whether or not to turn this on for users. While running an A/B test is probably too difficult for this community and it's technical contributors, at minimum you could collect some data using [https://wikitech.wikimedia.org/wiki/Performance.wikimedia.org/Runbook#statsv statsv]. For example, you could add the following code to the gadget to track impressions: <syntaxhighlight> mw.track( "stats.mediawiki_wikivoyage_trip_planner_init_total", 1, { skin: mw.config.get('skin').replace('-','') } ); </syntaxhighlight> and add the following code to track clicks to the backpack icon: <syntaxhighlight> link.addEventListener('click', () => { mw.track( "stats.mediawiki_wikivoyage_trip_planner_click_total", 1, { skin: mw.config.get('skin').replace('-','') } ); </syntaxhighlight> Obviously you can track other actions too. If you are interested in clicks per session you can do something like this: <syntaxhighlight> const trackedForSession = mw.storage.session.get( 'trip-planner-impression'); if ( !trackedForSession) { mw.track( "stats.mediawiki_wikivoyage_trip_planner_init_total", 1, { skin: mw.config.get('skin').replace('-','') } ); } mw.storage.session.set( 'trip-planner-impression', 1); </syntaxhighlight> Once this in place it would be reasonably easy to create some grafana dashboards that give pie charts showing what percentage of page views/sessions use the feature. Ping me and I can help set those up for you/give you some documentation to help you do that. In addition to this, if showing this to users, could I also recommend an opt out option? Many users may not want this cluttering the UI, particularly in the current position. Hope this is helpful! [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 22:42, 21 June 2026 (UTC) == Guide == There should be a guide explaining how to use the trip planner. I am very much confused about how to use it exactly. - [[User:Nizil Shah|Nizil Shah]] ([[User talk:Nizil Shah|talk]]) 06:33, 30 July 2026 (UTC) :There's a full explanation at [[Wikivoyage:Trip Planner]], though I agree it can't hurt to have some guidance here too potentially. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:15, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Trip Planner broken? == I have tried using the Trip Planner on my account but was not able to figure out if I was doing something wrong or if the Trip Planner is not working. Therefore, I created a test account--an account without any customization--and it still is '''not working'''. Perhaps it is functioning normally, it's just not obvious to me how to use it. When I invoke it while on [[San_Francisco/Civic_Center-Tenderloin|this page]] https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/San_Francisco/Civic_Center-Tenderloin The entire page changes to Trip Planner. There is nothing that resembles a pop-up. There is nothing that looks like a tear-off. It is not possible to drag-and-drop anything. In writing this I discovered that there are no screenshots on Commons of the screen I am discussing here. I will add those screenshots and come back and edit this topic. --[[User:WvTripPlannerTest000|WvTripPlannerTest000]] ([[User talk:WvTripPlannerTest000|talk]]) 20:02, 14 August 2026 (UTC) dzqa406pz6vfova70po4xcyeo79aqpt 5328521 5328508 2026-08-14T20:57:50Z WvTripPlannerTest000 2437512 /* Trip Planner broken? */ added thumb of screenshot 5328521 wikitext text/x-wiki == Namespace == Since this feature seems to be restricted to logged in users, should this be kept in mainspace or in projectspace? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:56, 20 May 2026 (UTC) :actually never mind – I forgot [[Wikivoyage:Trip Planner]] contained the documentation. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:57, 20 May 2026 (UTC) == Trip Planner WIP/RFC == {{swept}} [[File:Trip-planner-wikivoyage-en.jpg|800px]] Using some AI vibe coding and decent amount of reviews, I was able to put together a tool that we could use here. Basically it's a "Cart" for travel destinations. Myself, until now I used competitor page to put together travel itineraries - but this could very well replace it. Additionally, the tool could work as "To visit" list. Notable features: * any/most WV marker can be dragged into it, its wikidata and lat/long will be saved; drag'n'drop supported to reorder stuff * the data is stored in mediawiki user-specific JS storage, so it should be available from all logged-in sessions * export to JSON/GPX/mediawiki text, import from JSON; I was thinking the mediawiki text could be later used for people who want to create travel itineraries maybe * map of the current trip * after grabbing https://openrouteservice.org/ API key, one can ask it to calculate distances (by car or feet, probably others) between the POIs I'd be happy if someone would give it a try -> you'll need to copy [[User:Andree.sk/common.js]] to your private common.js (or [https://en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?title=User:Andree.sk/vector.js&oldid=4796073 use redirect]). -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 21:24, 28 January 2026 (UTC) :This sounds amazing – I'll give it a try. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:25, 28 January 2026 (UTC) ::After some quick use, I have to say it's great and can very much see this as a tool being published for all desktop users. A few minor things, though: ::# How is the "route" feature supposed to be used? I tried entering at least two cities in a few ways but I still keep getting the must enter at least 2 cities error. ::# Is it possible to interim save such a route in your userspace? ::# Will support for public transit integration be included? I don't imagine this to be easy (especially compiling multiple countries' and public transit operators' timetables together), and I don't know if it's doable with OSM data either. ::Great job on this, btw! It's features like these we need to prevent this site from dying. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:46, 28 January 2026 (UTC) :::1) seems to work for me, maybe you can export/share the JSON and I'll check what's wrong... :::2) not yet, I'll check if it's possible to somehow export the paths in some reasonable format :::3) in principle, we could configure it to use some open GTFS data on per-city (e.g. in Prague I know for fact that complete routes are available), probably depends on how free the access is. The question is if the users would use it. But if we would head towards making WV one-stop tourist guide with more whistles included.... :::I'll test the stuff a bit more and if it turns out useful, I think indeed I'd put it out there, to get some feedback... Thanks for giving it early try! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:13, 30 January 2026 (UTC) I tried to make the tools as non-invasive as possible and made it public, to get more feedback. If you guys want to disable it, go into your preferences/Gadgets. If there's a consensus to remove it or not make it default enabled, we'll do it...... :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 21:02, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :I suppose it is useful, but I also think it indeed is intrusive, so not suitable for being activated by default. As I type this, I don't know how to close or move it, and it keeps de-iconifying, obscuring the text I am writing (yes, I can scroll the page so that the input box isn't covered, but it is still annoying). –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 21:31, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::It shouldn't de-iconify on it's own, maybe some interaction with some browser extension, skin or [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Parsoid Parsoid]...? The only problem is, I'd say about 95% of people don't even know there are some gadgets in the settings. So if it's not on by default, almost noone will know it even exists. Especially the random visitors, for which I intended it the most (to keep them here) :-( -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 21:42, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :::Maybe then I'll add it to the icons at the top of of the article, instead of a floating icon, that's pretty tame, right? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 21:55, 6 February 2026 (UTC) :::Of course, unless it's on by default, few will find it, but it needs testing by regulars. I'll do some testing later, until then I cannot say what should be done. The de-iconifying happend when I used the reply function, on typing. –[[User:LPfi|LPfi]] ([[User talk:LPfi|talk]]) 22:26, 6 February 2026 (UTC) ::::@[[User:LPfi|LPfi]], I improved the behavior a bit, now it should be more low-key... Let me know if you are okay with it now, I'd again enable it, to get some more than zero feedback... :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 20:29, 12 February 2026 (UTC) :::::Just an FYI that [[mw:Extension:ReadingLists]] is coming in the next few months which has persistent private storage of lists with a button that occupies the exact spaces you are adding your backpack icon. I think this feature could be ripe for repurposing/ customization in Wikivoyage as a "trip" feature (said as someone who has made [[Special:PrefixIndex/User:Jdlrobson/lists|lists]] in the past). You can play with it on test.wikipedia.org now as a beta feature. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 01:21, 16 February 2026 (UTC) ::::::Huh, thanks for the pointer... For a basic "to read" list it's okay, but the API is veeeery basic :-( I'll give it a try, but I'd say already now it's missing 90% of the functionality. If I only wanted a raw bookmark list, one can already put that in $User/Xyz... Especially I didn't want another "hidden storage" that can't be exported/exchanged with other people. Quite the opposite, I'd like it, if the data could be directly shared between users (think - a shared trip plan), but I think there's no such thing on mediawiki? -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 05:34, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::::the api supports multiple lists; storing any page (across projects - including Wikipedia articles). Unlike the localStorage used in your tool it is persistent and will follow the user across devices (e.g. if I am on my mobile phone it will be annoying when I go to my laptop and the lists I spent hours creating are not there) :::::::The sharing functionality has been built by you already. Why could it not be built on top of the reading list feature rather than as a separate feature? In future where there is a bookmark button and a backpack button that both save lists, users are going to be very confused about why that the difference between them is. :::::::If you download the Wikipedia official app youll see additional features that are not yet on web. The android app supports sharing lists with other users (albeit wikipedia not wikivoyage). :::::::Essentially I have a concern here that shipping this feature to all users is going to give us headaches later on when we have to consolidate it with the native bookmarking tool that is currently being built by Wikimedia Foundation staff. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 17:46, 16 February 2026 (UTC) ::::::::The gadget works on listing granularity, though... Esp. on WV, having article-based storage for this stuff is quite useless. For a trip to a bigger city, you could do is pick the favorite districts at best. There are also features like map and route calculation. Bt, it only uses localStorage for anonymous users (if it worked), but switches to mw.Api().saveOption("userjs-...") to have it persistent across devices. ::::::::I don't see a problem with WP official, we will see it if+when it gets here. I've been waiting such a thing for 5+ years now :-) I don't mind competition, if the reading lists thing is better/voted for, we can disable this one. I'll add there a flash "beta" sticker in the meantime :-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:20, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::::::The problem with sharing lists of articles is that it's easy at the English Wikipedia to construct a list of articles that has inappropriate meaning – not just something like "Donald Trump, Fascism, Dementia", which might annoy some people, but things like "My, Teacher, Mary, Smith, Has, Sex, With, Students" or "Meeting, 123, Maple, Street, Chicago, Tuesday, Noon, Come, Alone". Private storage is a subpoena-generating risk (because account credentials can be shared, so it can turn into a private messaging system), public storage is a libel (and therefore oversighter) problem, and public sharing is a brand nightmare. This killed [[mw:Gather]] but not (apparently) the desire to create lists. :::::::::Having said all that, I don't think that these risks play out equally across all the wikis. It's a problem for the biggest wikis, but not here. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 17:58, 17 February 2026 (UTC) :::::::::: {{re|Andree.sk}} Just a minor bug. When I change the start date in the trip planner and click done, it doesn't save the newly selected date. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 16:28, 21 April 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::I'll check! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:46, 21 April 2026 (UTC) ::::::::::::This hasn't been fixed yet. [[User:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: #0000FF;">OhanaUnited</b>]][[User talk:OhanaUnited|<b style="color: green;">^{Talk page}</b>]] 04:01, 17 May 2026 (UTC) :::::::::::::I have fixed and reworked a few things, I'll deploy it next week... This bug should be gone :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 16:46, 17 May 2026 (UTC) === My Trip Planner === I just saw this icon and opened it up. I may have missed a post or two. Is there a place that elaborates on this new feature? —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 23:03, 15 February 2026 (UTC) :[[#Trip_Planner_WIP/RFC]]. Never mind me. —[[User:Koavf|Justin (<span style="color:grey">ko'''a'''vf</span>)]]<span style="color:red">❤[[User talk:Koavf|T]]☮[[Special:Contributions/Koavf|C]]☺[[Special:Emailuser/Koavf|M]]☯</span> 23:05, 15 February 2026 (UTC) ::Hi I also saw this and it's been interrupting some of my workflows on mobile so just turned it off. I am very concerned that logged out users cannot do the same. ::Sorry to be a buzz kill, but I have some serious reservations about adding this to the experience for '''ALL''' logged out users based on the feedback from 3 users ([[User:SHB2000]], [[User:LPfi]] and [[User:Andree.sk]] ) and I'd like to see some more discussion. I think this should be an opt-in gadget until that's happened. ::As someone who has recently taken over the listing editor I am very concerned about long maintenance and the anonymous community becoming too dependent on another gadget they we might not be able to maintain so I'd like to understand more of the plan there... ::I will share more thoughts later. Would those be better to put here or on another talk page? [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 00:32, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::Is there a way to make it show only to logged in users? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:34, 16 February 2026 (UTC) ::::yes. You can set rights option in addition to the default option to limit to logged in users with a certain right. I believe there is a right specific to all logged in users. [[Mw:Extension:Gadgets]]. I would have no objection to us doing that given gadgets tend to be a good place to cultivate new ideas (withiut the associated stress that comes with supporting a gadget for all users 😀). [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 01:17, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::We could also make it a desktop-only gadget. [[User:WhatamIdoing|WhatamIdoing]] ([[User talk:WhatamIdoing|talk]]) 19:14, 27 March 2026 (UTC) ::::::I was contemplating the same - on desktop you would prepare your trip (fill the days with POIs) and have the gadget. On mobile, you'd open e.g. wv.org/wiki/MyTrip and it would show you the trip for today on a map (with much reduced interface). This would play nicely with the locator gadget too... OTOH, typically when I'm on a vacation, I don't take my desktop - yet I want to be able to adjust the plans... :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:34, 27 March 2026 (UTC) :::::::I think we can move discussion to [[MediaWiki talk:Gadget-TripPlanner]] now. Note gadgets dont support desktop vs mobile any more. You can choose not to display it by skin but that is not the same. We can however update the code to check things like browser viewport size. :::::::Currently the gadget is enabled for all logged in users. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 00:12, 28 March 2026 (UTC) :::Could you be more specific - which workflows does it break? Right now it really only adds that one icon... Does it interfere with some other gadgets or some browser? I'd like to make it ultimately available to everyone, if community doesn't disapprove it - but at the moment it doesn't show up for anonymous users (by accident :) I can't find how to enable it [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Manual:User_rights#List_of_permissions only for users, groups apparently can't be matched]?). As for maintenance, given how easy it became to (vibe-)code things, I'm not too concerned... :-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 05:21, 16 February 2026 (UTC) ::::My biggest concern is it creates a performance issues by introducing it a cumulative layout shift which would be highly damaging to Wikivoyage showing up in search result pages. However there are also security concerns. ::::Regarding vibe coding - I think it has great application for rapid prototyping but typically the resulting code quality and UX can be problematic. There are various problems in the code that could impact end users and playing with the tool I found quite a few bugs. If something is built with AI tooling I still expect a human to be able to understand it. ::::Where would be the best page to share these concerns? On the gadget talk page? ::::Regarding user rights I think autoconfirmed should be a the right group so perhaps editsemiprotected right would act as a good proxy? [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 17:34, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::It's a dynamically created gadget/on-click icon, does google/DDG/... index generated stuff already by programatically clicking all the stuff? Serious question, I'm no expert... :::::Obviously vibe-coding was a bit hyperbole, but for sure it was much less manual coding/inventing new stuff, than I'd expect... I tried to keep some security in mind, like not downloading stuff randomly and sanitizing inputs. We can for sure continue this on the gadget talk page! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 18:25, 16 February 2026 (UTC) :::::I probably wouldn't want autoconfirmed as the barrier – it prevents passer-by casual users with accounts from using this tool, reducing overall functionality. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 02:16, 24 April 2026 (UTC) === New version === I uploaded a new version which mainly splits out the routing/map etc. into separate page -> [[Trip Planner]].This style of interface seems to fit general use better, than map overlay. {{ping|SHB2000}} (or other admin), could you please lock that page editing for interface admins only? TIA. Also, it can now also Drag'n'Drop stuff from [[User:Andree.sk/ListingBrowser]] and wikdata links, in case you can't find the WV Listing. The gadget seems pretty featureful now, I plan only bugfixes if needed, because now I want to actually try to use it for a few trips :-) In case you have issues, please report in [[Wikivoyage_talk:Trip_Planner]], I think it's about time to move this thread there, too... -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 20:29, 23 May 2026 (UTC) :Done. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 22:57, 24 May 2026 (UTC) ::btw a bit late...but it's technically not possible to restrict a non .css/.js page to IAs only (though maybe this is worth looking into?), at least with the current protection structure. I hope template editor protection is good enough for now. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 01:13, 27 May 2026 (UTC) :::I think it's fine, I just don't want random graffitti there... :) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 05:46, 27 May 2026 (UTC) ::::haha fair enough :P //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 07:36, 27 May 2026 (UTC) == Logged out message == {{ping|Andree.sk}} would it perhaps be worth adding a message for logged out users, something along the lines of "This tool is only available when logged in."? That way users don't see a blank page when they load this page. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 06:27, 28 May 2026 (UTC) :Done! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 19:28, 28 May 2026 (UTC) ::Awesome; cheers andree. :) //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 23:17, 28 May 2026 (UTC) == UI problems == Similar to some others above, while this seems like a cool tool, I have reservations about deploying it for everyone as it still seems quite rough around the edges. The UI is just not intuitive. I rarely struggle with figuring out how to use digital tools, but I got quickly confused with it: :I opened it from a project page, and clicked "+ article", expecting that that would let me choose a destination to add. Nope, it added "Wikipedia:Deletion review" to my "backlog", which should not have been possible as that's not a destination (and it's extra confusing that it did so when the actual page I was on was our local equivalent, [[Wikivoyage:Votes for undeletion]]). Realizing that was an error, I sought to remove it, but there was no way to do that, so I had to click on "Open Full Trip Planner". Once there, I could finally remove it. To replace it, I clicked "+ article" again to find a page to replace it, but that just opened a pop-up "This page has no Wikidata ID.", which didn't tell me what I was doing wrong. Only at that point did I hover over the tooltip to see that the only way to add an article was to navigate to it and add it from its own page. So I tried again forming a sample itinerary, navigating to [[Paris]] and adding that to the "backlog" (still not sure what that means in this context) and putting it as day 1, then navigating to [[Amsterdam]] and putting it as day 2. I then went back to the trip planner page, where it seems it remembered Paris but not Amsterdam. I gave up at that point. These issues should be fixed, and there are others — for instance, the skeumorphic backpack icon for the planner really clashes with the other icons nearby (could we use something from [[commons:Category:Wikimedia Codex icons|the Codex library]], or at least an icon with a similar visual language such as [[:File:Icon-rucksack-1830863.svg]]?). But beyond any one issue, overall at this point this just isn't a usable tool for the average reader with average technical ability. It shouldn't be deployed as default in this state. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);color:var(--text-color-fixed,#202122);">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 20:13, 16 June 2026 (UTC) :Come to think of it: {{ping|Andree.sk}} how does the drag and drop feature work now that this tool is confined to this page? //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 00:11, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::There are multiple options implemented currently: ::* using the tiny widget, you can DnD locally (from either the listings, or also [[User:Andree.sk/ListingBrowser]] ::* you can DnD between two open full [[Trip Planner]] windows ::* after you open tiny widget, you can DnD to full planner window... The reason is the TP currently is setup to not interfere with anything unless you click the widget. If it was always active, it could behave better. ::* you can DnD wikidata links to it ::For simplicity I removed most of the functionality from the tiny widget, but I think I will bring some back (like deleting or in-place editing for adding notes). -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 06:15, 17 June 2026 (UTC) * re {{ping|Sdkb}} :* icon: I chose this one to make it a bit more visible, that it's a special feature of WV. But I too considered some B&W one - the above would be fine with me. :* +article: Indeed we can disable it on Wikivoyage: namespace :* 'current trip' behavior: It's intentional - tiny widget changes the current trip (usually I am gathering POIs to just one trip), but the full size doesn't (for when you open multiple windows to drag POIs between trips), in my uses it seemed to work the best in the past 1/2 year. It may not be optimal - suggestions are welcome. :I had ~2-3 "feedbacks" since I put this here. But by all means, start vote on [[Wikivoyage:Travellers%27_pub]] to un-default this and use whatever other paid-for web service instead, and keep WV just as data source. I'd prefer ideas/patches to actually improve this tool, but it's a free wiki, do whatever you see fit .-) -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 06:32, 17 June 2026 (UTC) ::Sure, see [[Wikivoyage:Travellers%27_pub#h-Trip_Planner_as_default-20260617171000]]. <span style="border:3px outset;border-radius:8pt 0;padding:1px 5px;background:linear-gradient(6rad,#86c,#2b9);color:var(--color-base-fixed,#202122);">[[User:Sdkb|<span style="color:#FFF;text-decoration:inherit;font:1em Lucida Sans">Sdkb</span>]]</span> ^{[[User talk:Sdkb|'''talk''']]} 17:11, 17 June 2026 (UTC) == Feedback == Thanks for all the work you’ve put into this gadget! After reviewing the current implementation, I’ve gathered some technical and UX feedback to help get this ready for a wider launch. There are a few areas where we can tighten up the code and some UI bits that could use a polish. I hope this is helpful. Let me know if anything needs expanding or clarifying! === Technical Refinements === Firstly some very low hanging fruit: * Storage & Frameworks: Please switch from localStorage to mw.storage to stay within the MediaWiki environment. Also, could you swap out deprecated jQuery functions like .done() and .fail() for .then()? : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: I'd like to keep localStorage to be able to allow this feature also for non-logged-in users, if we enable the widget there. It seems mw.Api().saveOption() is not available for anonymous users :-( : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: It doesn't seem like either of the mentioned jQuery functions are deprecated? https://api.jquery.com/category/deprecated/ * Coordinate Handling: The current logic assumes coordinates are always in decimal format. We should ensure it handles Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) as well. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: Good idea, will try to add that * Clean-up: Also, keep an eye out for "dead code" (like m.on('popupopen') that can be cleared out to make the structure easier to follow. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: This one in particular is not dead, it handles loading of POI pictures from WD... I'll probably restructure it a bit, though, and for sure we can remove dead code. * Please do not rely on HTML structure as it is not covered by [[mw:Stable_interface_policy/Frontend]]. Please use mw.util.addPortletLink api for adding items to menus. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: okay, thanks for the suggestion === User Experience & Design === * Visuals & Accessibility: The dark mode is currently a bit too bright with low contrast, which hits accessibility. Also, the current icon feels a bit "clipart" compared to the site's aesthetic; a black icon would likely fit the look and feel much better. Let's also ensure buttons follow best practices for touch sizes on mobile devices. Right now they are very small. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: I'll try to do something with the colors and widget sizes. I considered the black icon, for now I wanted to make it at least a bit stand-out. But ultimately, it's just a random unicode character, I'm open to any alternative suggestions. I was contemplating e.g. some travel luggage icon like https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRvt1zsGdcwAlly47qX4-gSmlvR9dnKUlt35g&s * Clicking the backpack icon also creates a dialog inconsistent with other dialogs. It looks more jquery.ui then Vue. Could we update this to use @wikimedia/codex and vue to fit better with the general look and feel of the site ir at very least mirror the styling there? Using Vue on long term would also likely address a lot of accessibility/consistency issues. For example Vue dialogs close on escape key. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: Do you have some more details about this? Do you mean using something like https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Codex ? We can try, but myself, I'm definitely no expert using this... I can ask some AI if it can do it... * The "Move" function and "Drag and Drop" (specifically on mobile devices) are feeling a bit buggy/incomplete at the moment (I can share a video for this one if that is helpful - just ask). The concept of how to populate days from the backlog felt a little alien to me compared to other sites I use so maybe we could collect some more feedback about this specifically? : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: For sure, if you have some details, and especially some suggestions how to fix this, that'd be great. Ultimately, I think the mobile UI will have to work differently, because the drag'n'drop is really a PITA to use there... I have in plan some workflow that would allow selecting & moving multiple items at once, indeed preparing 20 days of POIs from backlog may be a bit tiresome. === Mobile & Performance === * The existing insertion creates layout shifting (CLS) on both mobile and desktop, which requires the re rendering of the page. We know Google heavily penalises against this in the SEO as it leads to bad UX (e.g if a user tries to click a button that then shifts position and causes them to click another). Given wikivoyage already has had SEO challenges in its lifetime this is a must fix for me if you want to add it for anonymous users. To fix I see two approaches. Firstly you could move it into the user menu dropdowns on both Minerva and Vector 2022. Alternatively if you want to keep the existing positioning use some CSS to reserve space. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: Could you tell which items you have in mind specifically? I don't recall any such moving widgets... Except of the initial icon insertion, but I'm not sure we can avoid it when the JS is only executed after the page is loaded... === Route calculator === * I think the Route Calculator—while cool—will be a bit too advanced for most of our users. most readers might struggle with the concept of an ORS API Key so perhaps we could detect one based on the presence of a global variable in user js and provide a link to instruct how to set that up? : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: I'd say editing user's JS is even more obscure than having the setting here... We can consider it, but to me it doesn't sound like a good idea. * The external service call to openrouteservice.org is a little concerning from a security point of view. Could we use a wmcloud proxy instead? Note that a Content-Security-Policy will be added to Wikimedia projects in the near future that will block this from working in future as it is currently written. : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: In the meantime I asked for CSP exception (and for now it's granted). Nevertheless, I'm not sure how this would help, you mean that the proxy would somehow sanitize the inputs/outputs? Ultimately, maybe we could ask ORS for some cooperation, where they would allow our domain to use their services without registration. I didn't want to ask them (esp. since I'm not even an wiki-official) that way, until we stabilize this gadget. === Potential Alternative Path === * I have shared this already: the ReadingLists extension is launching soon. Instead of building this from scratch, we could pivot to use that as the foundation. We could localize "Lists" as "Trips" and use your gadget to enhance them (e.g., adding download options). This would make the feature much more maintainable (especially if we could utilize the bookmarkicon in articles) while letting the gadget serve as a "hot bed" for innovation for new features. I’m happy to chat through how we can adapt your current work to fit that model if that is something you are willing to talk through more. The concept of reading lists on Wikivoyage doesn't make sense so being able to repurpose it as a Trips feature seems like a good idea. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 13:29, 22 February 2026 (UTC) : -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]]: I wouldn't mind this, but the problem is that the reading lists don't seem to allow arbitrary contents - just references to wiki pages? We need at very least "page + metadata" (and ability for the same page to be in the list multiple times, obviously; metadata would be the stuff like 'day id', 'wikidata of the listing', 'custom note'), or somesuch. Is it still possible to modify data model of those reading lists? == Pings == :Ping @[[User:Andree.sk|Andree.sk]] - not sure if you missed this? :I've updated the gadget to display for all logged in users by default (not anonymous users) while we work on this feedback. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 16:20, 14 March 2026 (UTC) ::Actually I did miss it :-) Thanks for the ping and extensive feedback, I'll go through it and get back to you! -- [[User_talk:Andree.sk|andree]] 16:28, 14 March 2026 (UTC) ::: {{ping|Jdlrobson}} I added some answers... :) == Performance == Google tends to weight [https://web.dev/articles/vitals Google Web Vital score] when deciding which results to prioritize. On mobile and desktop the gadget causes a [https://web.dev/articles/cls cumulative layout shift] (CLS). If this was enabled for all users, in about 28 days, all pages on Wikivoyage would likely be classed as "Poor URLs" in Google Web Vitals leading to deprioritizing in favor of sites which do not have this performance issue. This is most noticeable on mobile which unfortunately is also the version Google prioritizes in its scoring according to its documentation. To fix this you'll need to do one of several things: 1) Move the creation of the item to somewhere where you can avoid this e.g. [[MediaWiki:Sidebar]] or #p-personal or #p-toolbox. The benefit of these menus is they are collapsed by default so you won't contribute to a bad score. 2) Add the item on server side. You'll need to backport a configuration change but the [[mw:Manual:Hooks/SkinTemplateNavigation::Universal]] menu is the only hook you can use to add this menu item to the current location without a CLS. 3) [last resort] Play CSS / JS gymnastics - add CSS to the gadget that reserves space for the item, and some CSS that removes that space when the icon is visible. This is really hacky and typically breaks so requires regular revisiting. Hope this is helpful. [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 22:32, 21 June 2026 (UTC) == Design / user experience == Following my message in Travellers pub, I'd echo the comments above about using Codex for the feature. The use of a backpack emoji looks out of place. I'd recommend 1) Using Codex components. If you look at docs.wikimedia.org many of the components support CSS-only versions so you do not necessarily need to use Vue. 2) Using a Codex icon, or making an icon which fits the existing icon library. Hope this is helpful [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 22:42, 21 June 2026 (UTC) == Instrumentation == Following my message in Travellers pub, I'd recommend getting some data to inform whether or not to turn this on for users. While running an A/B test is probably too difficult for this community and it's technical contributors, at minimum you could collect some data using [https://wikitech.wikimedia.org/wiki/Performance.wikimedia.org/Runbook#statsv statsv]. For example, you could add the following code to the gadget to track impressions: <syntaxhighlight> mw.track( "stats.mediawiki_wikivoyage_trip_planner_init_total", 1, { skin: mw.config.get('skin').replace('-','') } ); </syntaxhighlight> and add the following code to track clicks to the backpack icon: <syntaxhighlight> link.addEventListener('click', () => { mw.track( "stats.mediawiki_wikivoyage_trip_planner_click_total", 1, { skin: mw.config.get('skin').replace('-','') } ); </syntaxhighlight> Obviously you can track other actions too. If you are interested in clicks per session you can do something like this: <syntaxhighlight> const trackedForSession = mw.storage.session.get( 'trip-planner-impression'); if ( !trackedForSession) { mw.track( "stats.mediawiki_wikivoyage_trip_planner_init_total", 1, { skin: mw.config.get('skin').replace('-','') } ); } mw.storage.session.set( 'trip-planner-impression', 1); </syntaxhighlight> Once this in place it would be reasonably easy to create some grafana dashboards that give pie charts showing what percentage of page views/sessions use the feature. Ping me and I can help set those up for you/give you some documentation to help you do that. In addition to this, if showing this to users, could I also recommend an opt out option? Many users may not want this cluttering the UI, particularly in the current position. Hope this is helpful! [[User:Jdlrobson|Jdlrobson]] ([[User talk:Jdlrobson|talk]]) 22:42, 21 June 2026 (UTC) == Guide == There should be a guide explaining how to use the trip planner. I am very much confused about how to use it exactly. - [[User:Nizil Shah|Nizil Shah]] ([[User talk:Nizil Shah|talk]]) 06:33, 30 July 2026 (UTC) :There's a full explanation at [[Wikivoyage:Trip Planner]], though I agree it can't hurt to have some guidance here too potentially. //<span style="font-family:Helvetica Neue; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 200">[[User:SHB2000|<span style="color:#0b6487">shb</span>]] <small>([[User talk:SHB2000|t]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/SHB2000|c]] &#124; [[m:User:SHB2000|m]])</small></span> 13:15, 30 July 2026 (UTC) == Trip Planner broken? == I have tried using the Trip Planner on my account but was not able to figure out if I was doing something wrong or if the Trip Planner is not working. Therefore, I created a test account--an account without any customization--and it still is '''not working'''. Perhaps it is functioning normally, it's just not obvious to me how to use it. When I invoke it while on [[San_Francisco/Civic_Center-Tenderloin|this page]] https://en.wikivoyage.org/wiki/San_Francisco/Civic_Center-Tenderloin The entire page changes to Trip Planner. There is nothing that resembles a pop-up. There is nothing that looks like a tear-off. It is not possible to drag-and-drop anything. The entire page changes to this: [[File:2026-08-14 16-47-51 Wikivoyage screenshot of trip planner.png|thumb|center|Screenshot of Wikivoyage trip planner]] So I ask again: Is Trip Planner broken? --[[User:WvTripPlannerTest000|WvTripPlannerTest000]] ([[User talk:WvTripPlannerTest000|talk]]) 20:57, 14 August 2026 (UTC) f5hq08z9e00km8l9gmqocyxe328bnmi 4 218926 5328582 5327885 2026-08-15T05:00:32Z Sbb1413 2217354 /* Destinations */ 5328582 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Archives nationales PR3 (cropped).jpg|pgname=Wikivoyage Archives}} This page lists former Wikivoyage articles that have been preserved for historical use. This also includes archived older versions of existing articles. ==Destinations== * [[/Abra|Abra]] * [[/Central Delhi|Central Delhi]] * [[/Downtown Shanghai|Downtown Shanghai]] * [[/Mungo National Park|Mungo National Park]] * [[/Taxila|Taxila]] ==Itineraries== * [[/Suez Route|Suez Route]] ==Phrasebooks== * [[Wikivoyage:Archive/Ainu phrasebook]] ==Travel topics== * [[/COVID-19 pandemic|COVID-19 pandemic]] * [[/Suburbs|Suburbs]] ==Others== * [[Wikivoyage:Past events|Past events]] * [[Wikivoyage:Travel news|Travel news]] (obsolete) ==See also== * [[Wikivoyage:Joke articles]] * [[Wikivoyage:Bad jokes and other deleted nonsense]] (BJAODN) [[Category:Inactive pages| ]] bzpax7oqh7apmqy0xc9k4b7xbhflzv0 0 219074 5328317 5325984 2026-08-14T13:15:09Z The dog2 35982 5328317 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Phrase list== Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty. ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used often as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} lfp9k2nkeh007bno3kik4u2kxqt8a3s 5328319 5328317 2026-08-14T13:17:01Z The dog2 35982 /* Patriotism and municipal pride */ 5328319 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Phrase list== Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty. ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used often as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} tqtbbje7u91em6ejbgmgvrolpna5xz4 5328323 5328319 2026-08-14T13:56:30Z The dog2 35982 5328323 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Phrase list== Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty. ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used often as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} 1d9gu77ia7tkfgqq221w1qbeocuvee1 5328396 5328323 2026-08-14T16:46:20Z LPfi 79572 reviving some paragraphs from the removed pronunciation section – although the traveller doesn't need to pronounce Latin correctly, these distinctions are good to know, as they otherwise can be confusing; added headings and images 5328396 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are two widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (e.g. ''á'') instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty. ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used often as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} 57bivloh3vxymwdu1dokzi4twojftzo 5328398 5328396 2026-08-14T16:48:33Z LPfi 79572 /* Phrase list */ moved image away from long rows 5328398 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are two widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (e.g. ''á'') instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used often as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} qjtv7u1a8hg4xqj4eosq2pilj4wm2ww 5328400 5328398 2026-08-14T16:50:21Z LPfi 79572 /* Pronunciation and spelling */ apex wording 5328400 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are two widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (a long acute accent) instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used often as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} 37zrt3krwvjzs8cgt9rso0czdj50s5a 5328424 5328400 2026-08-14T17:08:21Z Ibaman 195012 isonomy 5328424 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are many widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. '''Traditional English pronunciation of Latin''' is the way the Latin language, and Classical Greek words borrowed through Latin, were traditionally pronounced by speakers of English until the early 20th century. Although this pronunciation is still broadly used in the fields of biology, law, and medicine, it's cosidered obsolete in Latin classes. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (a long acute accent) instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used often as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} iu0x6wwxmbrj82n3p6twj7g1g6zq1oa 5328447 5328424 2026-08-14T17:38:34Z Ibaman 195012 typo 5328447 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are many widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. '''Traditional English pronunciation of Latin''' is the way the Latin language, and Classical Greek words borrowed through Latin, were traditionally pronounced by speakers of English until the early 20th century. Although this pronunciation is still prevalent in the fields of biology, law, and medicine, it's considered obsolete in Latin classes. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (a long acute accent) instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used often as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} h6yrqtggwtjp2xwl3022g0xra752me0 5328507 5328447 2026-08-14T20:00:27Z LPfi 79572 /* Names of organisms */ one use suffices 5328507 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. Pronunciation and phonology are a rather divisive issue among modern Latin users, and outside the scope of a travel guide. There are ample learning resources online, not least of them the Wikipedia [[:w:Latin phonology and orthography|Latin phonology and orthography]] article. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are many widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. '''Traditional English pronunciation of Latin''' is the way the Latin language, and Classical Greek words borrowed through Latin, were traditionally pronounced by speakers of English until the early 20th century. Although this pronunciation is still prevalent in the fields of biology, law, and medicine, it's considered obsolete in Latin classes. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (a long acute accent) instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} nt9nonh5out0g69z9mnq70wtakdos8g 5328522 5328507 2026-08-14T21:06:08Z Ibaman 195012 /* Grammar */ trimming redundancy 5328522 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are many widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. '''Traditional English pronunciation of Latin''' is the way the Latin language, and Classical Greek words borrowed through Latin, were traditionally pronounced by speakers of English until the early 20th century. Although this pronunciation is still prevalent in the fields of biology, law, and medicine, it's considered obsolete in Latin classes. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (a long acute accent) instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} dvnmi4n36xhg9m67gbetu7dx5zor3c5 5328523 5328522 2026-08-14T21:08:48Z Ibaman 195012 /* Pronunciation and spelling */ fewer words, same meaning 5328523 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are many widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. '''Traditional English pronunciation of Latin''' is the way the Latin language, and Classical Greek words borrowed through Latin, were traditionally pronounced by speakers of English until the early 20th century. Still prevalent in the fields of biology, law, and medicine, it's considered obsolete for pure Latin classes. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (a long acute accent) instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} 609f85ogxq20mcxb689apq9f3fw848r 5328524 5328523 2026-08-14T21:10:37Z Ibaman 195012 /* Pronunciation and spelling */ more Latin 5328524 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Topic}} '''Latin''' (''lingua latīna''), the language of [[Roman Empire|ancient Rome]], has greatly influenced many languages. The Romance languages (chiefly [[French phrasebook|French]], [[Spanish phrasebook|Spanish]], [[Portuguese phrasebook|Portuguese]], [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]], [[Catalan phrasebook|Catalan]] and [[Romanian phrasebook|Romanian]]) are direct descendants of Latin, and Latin has had some influence on all the other modern European languages. Most European languages use the Latin alphabet, and even those that don't have inherited some Latin words. ==Understand== [[File:St.Blasien Adlwawang - Altar Maria.jpg|thumb|Angel in 18th-century painting in Austria: ''Auxilium christianorum, ora pro nobis'']] [[File:Garcia Ventanas, Francisco – Tabulae Alphonsinae perpetuae motuum coelestium, 1640 – BEIC 579604.jpg|thumb|Title page of astronomic tables, printed in 1641]] [[File:Horloge de Charles V - Inscription en latin en bas de l’horloge.jpg|thumb|Inscription explaining that the clock tells the time – not obvious in 1370]] Latin was the sole liturgical language in the [[Roman Catholic Church]] until the second half of the 20th century and is still sometimes used. It is still an official language of the Holy See and [[Vatican City]], and is used for official announcements and documents – and it is the language of much of older [[Christianity#Christian music|Christian music]]. Latin was a ''lingua franca'' for educated people across Europe throughout the Middle Ages and for much of the post-Renaissance period. In English and many other languages, much of the terminology in law, medicine and other sciences is derived from Latin. Often there are two ways to say something; where many people would use words from Anglo-Saxon like "He broke his leg", a doctor might use Latin-derived terms as in "He fractured his tibia". Even though Latin is still widely taught in high schools and universities, the language is rarely used to communicate person to person. However, travellers often encounter ''written'' Latin on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and old monuments. Latin abbreviations are also commonly used in university degrees. Not only that, but scientific names of organisms are written in Latin, so knowing Latin can be useful in [[botanical tourism|botanical]] and [[wildlife|wildlife tourism]]. ==Grammar== <!-- probably no need for more complete analysis --> Suffixes (called declensions) are used extensively to specify the grammatical use of nouns, pronouns and adjectives, and others (called conjugations) show the grammatical use of verbs. They specify grammatical gender (masculine, feminine or neuter), number, and case (there are seven of them) in adjectives, nouns, and pronouns, and person, number, tense, voice, mood and aspect of verbs. Word order is relatively free, especially in poetry. Furthermore, Classical Latin did not separate words from each other or have punctuation. The result can therefore be ambiguous, so that you may need to understand the context in order to decode a phrase. However, Latin from the medieval period and later typically does put spaces or other demarcations between words and use punctuation. While Latin declensions and conjugations are much more complex than that of English, modern Latin use is often limited to set phrases, which can be recognised as such. ==Pronunciation and spelling== After the fall of the Roman Empire, Latin was mostly a written language of people who acquired it in adulthood or schooling. This led to it developing local pronunciations in school and ordinary usage. Those pronunciations diverge – sometimes widely – from the pronunciation in Roman times. English Latin pronunciation, used in the Anglican church, is particularly idiosyncratic, and fluent Latin speakers not familiar with its peculiarities might have problems understanding it. There are many widely-used pronunciation standards for Latin today. '''Classical Latin''' is a reconstruction by linguists of how Latin was most likely to have been spoken by upper class Romans around the time of Julius Caesar and Augustus. '''Ecclesiastical Latin''' is the pronunciation officially used by the Roman Catholic Church, based on [[Italian phrasebook|Italian]] pronunciation. '''Traditional English pronunciation of Latin''' is the way the Latin language, and Classical Greek words borrowed through Latin, were traditionally pronounced by Anglophones until the early 20th century. Still prevalent in the fields of biology, law, and medicine, it's considered obsolete for pure Latin classes. The Latin alphabet had only 23 letters during Roman times, lacking the letters J, U and W. These letters originated in medieval times, with J originating as a variant of I, and U and W originating as variants of V. The letter C was originally used to represent both the C and G sounds, but a separate letter G was created around the 3rd century B.C. by modifying the letter C so the two sounds could be distinguished in writing. Classical Latin distinguished between long and short vowels. In modern texts for Latin learners, a macron (e.g. ''ā'') indicates that the vowel is supposed to be long. However, vowel length was often not indicated at all in Roman-era texts, and those that did so used the apex (a long acute accent) instead of the macron. This distinction in vowel length has largely been lost in Ecclesiastical Latin. ==Phrase list== [[File:Dona Nobis Pacem banner.jpg|thumb|upright|''Dona Nobis Pacem'', banner in a church in England]] Latin is commonly used on inscriptions at historic sites, tombstones and pre-modern monuments, especially in [[the West]], and also in many churches and sacred works of Christian art. Common Latin expressions include: ; ''Agnus Deī'' : Lamb of God, referring to Jesus, whose sacrifice takes away the sins of the world (according to Christianity). ; AD (''annō Dominī'') : In the year of the Lord. Refers to the common era, after the birth of Jesus. ; ''Avē Marīa'': Hail, Mary. The name of a prayer, often set to music; the phrase is also often seen in artistic representations of the Virgin Mary. ; ''Benedictus'' : Blessed ; ''Cathedra'' : Chair. In modern Christian contexts, refers to the bishop's throne in a cathedral. In an academic context it signifies an official professorial post, or a specialized field of study. ; ''Crēdō in ūnum Deum'' : I believe in one God ; ''Dōna nōbīs pācem.'' : Grant us peace. ; ''Extrā omnēs'' : "Everyone out." Used to order all non-Cardinals to leave the Sistine Chapel before a Papal Conclave commences. ; ''Glōria in excelsīs Deō'' : Glory to God in the highest ; ''Habēmus pāpam'' : "We have a Pope." Used to announce the election of a new Pope. ; ''Miserēre nōbīs'' / ''Miserēre nostrī'' : Have mercy on us. ; ''INRI'': stands for ''Iesvs Nazarenvs Rex Ivdæorvm'' (Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews), a phrase the Gospel of John says was written in Hebrew, Greek and Latin on Jesus' cross. ; ''In nōmine Patris et Fīliī et Spīritūs Sānctī'' : "In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit", said by Catholics when making the sign of the cross ; ''Jūbilāte Deō'' : Shout joyfully for God ; ''Ora pro nobis'' : Pray for us. Seen in many inscriptions on monuments in churches and the like. ; ''Pater noster'' : Our father. The name of a very common prayer, where it refers to God. ; ''Pontifex maximus'' : Greatest priest. Used to refer to the Pope in his role as the supreme leader of the Roman Catholic Church, and formerly to the chief high priest of pre-Christian Rome. ; ''Prīmus inter parēs'' : First among equals. Often used to describe the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople as the leader of the Eastern Orthodox churches, the Archbishop of Canterbury as the leading clergyman of the Anglican Church or archbishops in general among bishops: they have a leading role, but little formal power above that of their peers. Also used to describe similar roles elsewhere, e.g., of a dean among professors of the faculty.<!-- -->[[File:Inkeroisten Pro Patria taulut.jpg|thumb|Plaque on church wall in Finland<br/>(war memorial): ''Pro patria'']]<!-- another option: [[File:Pro Patria - geograph.org.uk - 3174486.jpg|thumb|upright|War memorial in England: ''Pro patria'']] --> ; R. (''rēx'' or ''rēgīna'') : The King or Queen. Refers to the monarch or the government of a monarchy, ; RIP (''requiēscat in pāce'') : May he/she rest in peace. Used as a blessing that the deceased is at peace. ; ''Requiem aeternam dōna eīs'' : Grant them eternal rest. On gravestones you might encounter the singular form ''Requiem aeternam dōna eī''. ; ''Sānctus'' : Holy ; ''Sēde vacante'' : Empty seat. Today used to describe a period when a bishop or archbishop position (most commonly that of the Pope, who is Bishop of Rome) is vacant. ; ''Tē Deum laudāmus'' : Thee, Oh God, we praise ; ''pāx'' : Peace. Often used to indicate periods of relative peace brought about by submission to the dominance of a single hegemon (e.g. ''Pāx Rōmāna'', ''Pāx Britannica'', ''Pāx Americāna''). ; ''pro patria'' : For the fatherland. In patriotic contexts, including on memorials for soldiers perished in wars. ; ''vēnī vīdī vīcī'' : "I came, I saw, I conquered", popularly attributed to Julius Caesar ===Phrases used in everyday English=== ; ''ipsō factō'' : By the fact itself ; ''mea culpa'' : My fault ; ''et al.'' (''et aliī'') : And others ; ℞ (''recipe'') : Take this. Used on prescriptions. ; e.g. (''exemplī grātiā'') : For the sake of an example ; etc. (''et cētera'') : And the other things ; i.e. (''id est'') : That is ; ''quid prō quō'' : Something for something. ===Pre-modern inscriptions=== [[File:SPQR on manhole cover at Lungotevere Marzio.jpg|thumb|In Rome you may literally run across ''SPQR'', as it's inscribed on manhole covers]] ; AUC (''ab urbe condita'' or ''anno urbis conditae'') : In the year of the founding of the city. Refers to Rome's legendary establishment by Romulus. ; C. (''Gāius'') : Before "G" was recognized as a separate letter, the letter "C" was used for that sound instead. Gaius was a common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; Cn. (''Gnaeus'') : Another common male personal name in Ancient Rome. ; HSE (''hic sepultus est'') : Here is buried. ; Kal. (''kalendae'') : The first day of a month, used in dates within the previous month. ; SPQR (''senātus populusque rōmānus'') : The senate and people of Rome. It was commonly used to identify the citizens of the [[Roman Empire]], and is still used by the municipal government of modern Rome. ===Patriotism and municipal pride=== [[File:City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall.JPG|thumb|City of Westminster arms at Westminster City Hall, England: ''Custodi civitatem domine'' ("Oh Lord, watch over the city")]] Some countries, regions, cities and institutions (schools, societies, sports clubs etc.) have adopted Latin phrases as their mottos, after Rome's example of SPQR. You will likely spot these on coats of arms, seals, war memorials, banknotes, coins, or even street furniture such as lampposts and bins. A few examples: ; ''A mari usque ad mare'' : "From sea to sea" - the [[Canada|Canadian]] national motto ; ''Concordia salus'' : “Well-being through harmony” - motto of [[Montreal]] ; ''E pluribus unum'' : "Out of many, one" - a traditional motto of the [[United States]] ; ''Nemo me impune lacessit'' : "No-one provokes me with impunity" - [[Scotland]]'s national motto ; ''Excelsior'' : "Ever upward" - state motto of [[New York (state)|New York]] ; ''Domine dirige nos'' : "Oh Lord, guide us" - motto of the [[London/City of London|City of London]] ; ''Urbs in Horto'' : "City in a Garden." - motto of [[Chicago]] ; ''Ut Prosint Omnibus Conjuncti'' : "United so that they may benefit all." - motto of [[Adelaide]] ===Latin as a "neutral" language=== [[File:Official Emblem of the Court of Justice of the European Union (type 2).svg|thumb|upright=0.5|Emblem of the ECJ]] In a multilingual or international context, especially in Europe, Latin is sometimes used to avoid the appearance of favouring one language or country over another. As a "dead" language with no more native speakers but which many Europeans can claim partial heritage from, Latin is useful when neutrality or unity are needed: ; ''Confoederatio Helvetica'' (CH) : The Swiss Confederation. Having a Latin official name avoids favouring any of the four official languages of [[Switzerland]]. You'll most commonly see the letters CH on Swiss-registered vehicles' licence plates abroad and in the URLs of Swiss websites. Swiss postage stamps bear the Latin name ''Helvetia''. ; ''Belgium'' : The country's English name comes directly from Latin. ''[[Belgium]]'' is used on the logos and kits of the Belgian national sports teams, rather than Dutch ''België'' or French ''Belgique'', as language politics in the country can be divisive. The [[European Union]] has 27 official languages, and occasionally uses Latin where cross-border clarity demands it, but use of one of the widely-understood official languages would seem prejudicial: ; ''In varietate concordia'' : "United in diversity", the EU's motto ; ''Societas Europaea'' (SE) : "European Company", for a commercial entity registered under EU corporate law. Examples include Airbus SE and Allianz SE. Some EU institution domain names also use Latin: [https://consilium.europa.eu/ https://consilium.europa.eu/] leads to the European Council's website, while [https://curia.europa.eu/ https://curia.europa.eu/] is the European Court of Justice. ==Names of organisms== [[File:Systema naturae.jpg|thumb|First edition of Systema Naturæ (1735), by [[Carl Linnaeus tourism|Carl Linnaeus]]]] '''Taxonomy''' (Ancient Greek for "method of arrangement") is the science of naming and grouping biological organisms, traditionally written in Latin but using a lot of Greek terms; the study of these, from sources such as the Wikipedia [[:w:List of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names|list of Latin and Greek words commonly used in systematic names]], will benefit the science-minded traveller. Taxonomy employs binomial nomenclature. Each species is given a name that consists of two parts: the generic name and the specific name. The generic name identifies the genus under which the species belongs, whereas the specific name distinguishes the species within the genus. For example: ; ''Achillea millefolium'' : Yarrow. Mentioned often in the ''Illiad'' as used as a blood-staunching balm by protagonist Achilles, hence ''Achillea''; ''millefolium'' means "of a thousand leaves". ; ''Equus caballus'' : Horse. Both the genus name ''Equus'' and the specifying ''caballus'' part refer to horses in Latin. ; ''Homo sapiens'' : Modern humans. ''Homo'' means man in Latin, and the ''sapiens'' part, which indicates the modern species under it, means discerning or wise. ; ''Malus domestica'' : Domestic apple. ''Malus'' means apple tree and ''domestica'' means domestic (of the house / ''domus''). ; ''Lactuca sativa'' : Lettuce. ''Lactuca'' is the vegetable's Roman name, after its white, "milky" (''lactea'') sap. ''Sativa'' means "cultivated". ; ''Passer domesticus'' : House sparrow. ''Passer'' is the bird's Roman name; it is the type species (''species typica'') of its genus, which is the type genus (''genus typica'') of its family ''Passeridae'', the ''familia typica'' of the enormous order ''Passeriformes'', which contains more than half of all bird species. ; ''Phoenix dactylifera'' : Date palm. ''Phoenix'' derives from the Greek word for "date palm", ''phoinikós''; ''dactylifera'' means "date-bearing", from ''dactyl'' (Greek for "finger" = date) + ''foros'', "to bear". ; ''Punica granatum'' : Pomegranate. ''Punica'' means "from Carthage" (its Roman name was ''malus punica''); ''granatum'' means "grainy", i. e. "seeded". ; ''Ursus arctos'' : Brown bear. The Latin ''ursus'' and Ancient Greek ''arctos'' both mean "bear". To indicate the individual '''subspecies''' within a species, a "subspecific name" is added after the binomial name of the parent species. This is called trinomial nomenclature. For example: ; ''Amazona ochrocephala panamensis'' : Panama yellow-headed parrot. ''Amazona'' reflects the bird's fame as a symbol of the Amazon Jungle; ''ochrocephala'' is Greek for "yellow-headed" and ''panamensis'' means "from Panama". ; ''Canis lupus familiaris'' : Dog. This is an obsolete classification, as a subspecies of ''Canis lupus'' the wolf. Nowadays, ''Canis familiaris'' is the more prevalent name. ; ''Gorilla gorilla gorilla'' : Western lowland gorillas. The first ''Gorilla'' indicates the gorilla genus, the second ''gorilla'' indicates the lowland gorilla species, and the third ''gorilla'' indicates the particular subspecies under it. Quite often, type species have such seemingly redundant names. The whole '''scientific hierarchy''' of species is based on Latinised names. For example, ''Panthera pardus'' (the leopard) and ''Panthera onca'' (the jaguar) belong to the genus ''Panthera'', subfamily Pantherinae, family Felidae (from ''fēlēs'', "cat"), suborder Feliformia, order Carnivora (from ''carnivorus'', "flesh-eating"), infraclass Placentalia (from ''placenta uterī'', "placenta"), class Mammalia (from ''mamma'', "breast"), phylum Chordata (from ''corda'', "cord"), and finally kingdom Animalia (from ''animal'', "animal", "living"). ==See also== * [[Greek phrasebook]] * [[Sanskrit phrasebook]] {{PartOfTopic|Talk}} {{outlinetopic}} slqtqk1yoi3i8pcggkq582bpg6jwvj0 0 219270 5328327 5326794 2026-08-14T14:28:28Z ~2026-44576-06 2437462 /* Mors */ Updated listing for Jesperhus - ce 5328327 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Salling Wikivoyage banner (7 to 1) 02.jpg}} '''Skive''' is a town in [[West Jutland]] on the south side of the [[Limfjord]] Strait. In the summer, the town attracts tourists to the marina and town centre, but Skive is not a tourist magnet. While Skive definitely presents interesting sees and dos for tourists, prepare for a laid back experience, or use the town as a stopover on your way to and from other destinations in northwest Jutland. ==Understand== {{Mapframe|56.5661|9.0306|zoom=10}} At just a little more than 20,000 residents, Skive is the urban centre for the rural peninsula of Salling, and the smaller peninsula of Nord-Fjends. Skive is a very old settlement with a long history; the site has been inhabited continuously since at least the late Stone Age, with several ancient stone settings in the area. The town was largely built since the 1800s, when the industrial harbour and the railway was constructed. In 2026, Skive celebrates its [https://skive700.dk/ 700-year anniversary] as a market town, with several events throughout the year. Skive is home to the largest military barracks in Denmark, which leaves a significant imprint on the town. Skive is the gateway to the large hinterland comprising the [[#Salling and Nordfjends|Salling]] peninsula, [[#Nordfjends|Nordfjends]] peninsula, and the two islands of [[#Mors and Fur|Mors and Fur]], all part of the Limfjord region. Mors and Fur are a UNESCO [[world heritage site]] since 2026, due to their important fossil sites from the Eocene epoch. === Tourist information === Skive doesn't have its own tourist information office, but maintains the '''[https://skiveportalen.dk/ Skive Portalen]''' web-site with programmes, schedules, and information on what's going on. '''[https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/ Destination Limfjorden]''' is the tourism authority in the Skive region. ==Get in== ===By car=== === By bus === Skive and the Salling region is served by the [https://www.midttrafik.dk/ Midttrafik] bus company, as the rest of West Jutland (and East Jutland), and is well-connected by bus lines. Take a blue regional bus to Skive Central Station from any larger town in West or East Jutland. For local transport in and around Skive, take one of the local bus lines [https://www.midttrafik.dk/rejsemuligheder/bybusser/skive/ here]. They are also run by Midttrafik. Remember that you can use your train tickets on the buslines as well, if you onboard within the time limit. Skive used to have its own city-bus system, but it closed permanently in June 2026. For a complete overview of collective transport in and around Skive, check the local government website [https://skive.dk/borger/trafik-veje-og-havne/k26/ here]. Skive is an important bus stop on ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26), connecting [[Aarhus]] to [[Hanstholm]]. This is the quickest route you can take to [[Thisted]], [[Hanstholm]], and the whole region of Thy, in North Jutland. === By train === [[File:Langå - Struer railway.png|thumb|Rail connection to Skive]] Arrive by train via Viborg or Struer. The train from [[Viborg]] takes half an hour, and from [[Aarhus]] is 1½ hour. The [[Struer]] Central Station connects to the rest of West Jutland and also the northwestern part of [[North Jutland]], beyond the Limfjord, known as Thy. The rail line is called ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) and traverse a railway bridge to Thyholm and Hurup Thy, and onwards to the town of [[Thisted]] further north. If you are going to the northwest, by the Salling peninsula, take a bus, or drive your own car. Remember you can use your train tickets on buslines as well, if you onboard within the time limit. * {{go | name=Skive Central Station | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5616 | long=9.0258 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2093914 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central train and bus station. There are two supermarkets (Føtex and Lidl) next to the station, and a car rental ([https://hejoscar.dk/afdelinger/skive Oscar]) a fifteen-minute walk north. }} ===By bicycle=== ==Get around== Walking is a great (and the only) way to experience Skives old pedestrianised town centre. You can also easily walk to all other town destinations. There are many parking lots around the town centre. Most have charging stations, and a few have gas stations. You can easily drive to most spots in Skive, and a car is the best, quickest, and most comfortable option, if you want to explore the hinterlands of Salling and Nordfjends. * {{go | name=OSCAR | alt= | url=https://hejoscar.dk/afdelinger/skive | email=info@hejoscar.dk | address=Engvej 3B | lat=56.5646 | long=9.0360 | directions= | phone=+45 42 90 90 48 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:00-14:00, Sa Su 08:00-10:00 | price=from kr 295 per day | lastedit=2026-07-05 | content=Central car rental. You can deliver outside opening hours. }} * {{go | name=One2move | alt=Biludlejning Skive | url=https://one2movebiludlejning.dk/afdelinger/biludlejning-skive-c | email= | address=H C Ørsteds Vej 18 | lat=56.5520 | long=9.0167 | directions= | phone=+45 70 20 88 04 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:00-16:00, Sa Su 08:00-09:00 | price=from kr 138 (without fuel) | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Local department of the nationwide One2move car rental service. Delivery possible outside opening hours. }} ==See== [[File:Ko af Bernhard Lipsøe, midlertidigt opstillet Skive Posthustorv, 0105-2008 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Posthustorvet]] * {{see | name=Posthustorvet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5653 | long=9.0260 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central town square in the pedestrianised area. Good starting point for a city walk. Saturday late morning and afternoon is typically the most busy time of the week here. }} * {{see | name=Skive Kunstmuseum | alt= | url=https://www.skivekunstmuseum.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.569342 | long=9.036544 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 90 (free for children under 18) | wikidata=Q26100586 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Skive art museum. }} * {{see | name=Skive Anlæg | alt= | url= | email= | address=Havnevej 13 | lat=56.5693 | long=9.0324 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Nice park. }} * {{see | name=Vor Frue Kirke | alt= | url=https://www.skivesogn.dk/om-kirkerne | email= | address=Frederiksdal Alle 1A | lat=56.5651 | long=9.0220 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 (both churches) | price=Free | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Beautiful historic white-washed church dating back to 1200. There is a small church park, and Vor Frue Kirke is next to another church in red brick (Skive Church) from 1898. }} * {{see | name=Hjerl Hede | alt= | url=https://hjerlhede.dk/ | email=info@hjerlhede.dk | address=Hjerlhedevej 14, Vinderup | lat=56.4843 | long=8.8689 | directions=by car midway between Holsterbro and Skive | phone=+45 96 11 50 30 | tollfree= | hours=10:00-16:00 or 17:30 depending on the season | price=kr 120 for adults | image=Hjerl Hede - Præstegården.jpg | wikidata=Q501657 | lastedit=2026-08-11 | content=[[Open-air museum]] about country life in Denmark from 1500 to 1900. Experience pre-industrial crafts and participate in roleplays. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Skive Golfklub | alt= | url=https://www.skivegolfklub.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5906 | long=9.0145 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Golf. Café and eatery on site. }} * {{do | name=Skive Stadion | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5676 | long=9.0374 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Go and watch a football match or other sports event. }} * {{do | name=Skive Theater | alt= | url=https://kcskive.dk/genre/skive-theater/ | email= | address=Theaterpladsen 10 | lat=56.5679 | long=9.0254 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Skive's theatre scene with 125 years of experience. Also concerts and stand-up. }} * {{do | name=Kulturcenter Skive | alt=KulturCenter Limfjorden | url=https://kcskive.dk/ | email= | address=Skyttevej 12-14 | lat=56.5450 | long=9.0277 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Big cultural centre in the southern parts of town. Theatre, swimming pools, cinema, cafés, concerts, talks, restaurant, meeting facilities. A contemporary take on the traditional village hall. }} * {{do | name=Bowl'n Fun | alt= | url=https://bowlnfun.dk/?centerchoice=613 | email= | address= | lat=56.5455 | long=9.0312 | directions=across from the cultural centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Bowling centre and various entertainment. Eatery with burgers and buffet food. }} * {{do | name=Skive Trav | alt= | url=https://www.skive-trav.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5315 | long=9.0337 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Horse racing. On-site restaurant (buffet kr 249), and two eateries. }} === Festivals and events === * {{do | name=Skive Festival | alt= | url=https://www.skivefestival.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5770 | long=9.0506 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Three-day music festival in early June. }} * {{do | name=Kunstdage ved Limfjorden | alt= | url=https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/kunstdage | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00-17:00 every day of the festival | price=Free | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content='Art Days at the Limfjord' is an annual art festival across the region around Skive. Local artists open their workshops and talks about their work and art. Download the festival app and find out more about the local artists of this region. 14th to 17 May (2026) in the 'Feast of Ascension' holiday (''Kristi Himmelfartsferien'' in Danish). }} === Beaches === * {{do | name=Strandtangen | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5775 | long=9.0511 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Sandy beach just north of the marina. Popular in the summer. }} * {{do | name=Resen Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5882 | long=9.0442 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Sandy beach stretch north of town. Beautiful nature. }} * {{do | name=Marienlyst Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5975 | long=9.0436 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Long sandy beach at the Skive Fjord Camping site north of town. }} ===Hiking=== There are several interesting hiking trails in and around Skive. * {{do | name=Skive Å | alt=Ådalen | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=E69C2A2E-5E78-11EC-8334-062AD32497BD | email= | address= | lat=56.5604 | long=9.0249 | directions=start from the Central Station parking lot and walk south across the bridge | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Roundtrip around the small Karup Å river that flows through Skive. The trail should take 1 to 1½ hour, but can be cut short for a quicker hike. }} * {{do | name=Krabbesholm Skov | alt= | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=e69d22ee-5e78-11ec-833c-062ad32497bd | email= | address= | lat=56.5700 | long=9.0376 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=An urban forest stroll through an old deciduous woodland east and north of the harbour. Paths criss-cross the forest patch. There are no markers, so you just pick your own route as you walk. }} ;Out of town [[File:Flyndersø set mod N fra Snævringen.jpg|thumb|From Flyndersø lake]] * {{do | name=Naturpark Flyndersø | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5185 | long=8.9555 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beautiful trail through Nature Park Flyndersø southeast of Skive, one of 15 national nature parks in Denmark. Flyndersø lake is surrounded by heathlands, bogs, and forests and presents amazing views in late spring and summer. Start off from the visitor center Flyndersø Mølle and follow the trails. The entire lake is a 30-km hike with several obstacles, but there are much shorter and easier routes as well, which you can both bike and walk. There is a camp site ([https://skiveflyndersocamping.com/ Skive Flyndersø Camping]) just north of the visitor centre, if you want to stay overnight in the area. }} * {{do | name=Skive Plantage to Flyndersø | alt= | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=7e13250e-5d90-11ec-87bf-062ad32497bd | email= | address= | lat=56.5349 | long=9.0219 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=You can hike all the way from Skive to Flyndersø Mølle visitor centre by following this route. It is marked by green arrows, but the trail can be very muddy during and after rain. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Søndercentret | alt= | url=https://sondercentret.com/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5658 | long=9.0322 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central shopping centre with eateries. You can also find an ATM here and a photobooth. Huge car park with charging and gas stations. Main entrance on the east side at the Karup Å river. }} * {{buy | name=Lidl | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5627 | long=9.0302 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Supermarket with car park and charging stations. }} * {{buy | name=føtex | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5625 | long=9.0268 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Supermarket with car park and charging stations. }} * {{buy | name=Skive Boglade | alt=Bog & Idé | url= | email= | address=Nørregade 30 | lat=56.5685 | long=9.0274 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Book store and office supplies. }} * {{buy | name=Læsehesten | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Laesehestenskive | email= | address=Nørregade 36A | lat=56.5691 | long=9.0280 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Book store. Also magazines, film, computer games, music, board games. Used and new. }} * {{buy | name=Jagt & Fiskeri Skive | alt= | url=https://jfskive.dk/ | email= | address=Katkjærvej 1 | lat=56.5685 | long=8.9996 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Gear, clothes, and accessories for hunting, fishing, and outdoor life. This is also where you buy a fishing licence, which is obligatory for leisure fishing in Denmark. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Restaurant Jiang Nan | alt= | url=https://jiangnan.dk/ | email= | address=Viborgvej 4 | lat=56.5631 | long=9.0382 | directions= | phone=+45 97 58 58 88 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-03 | content=Chinese restaurant. Also sushi. }} * {{eat | name=Viet Kitchen | alt= | url=https://vietkitchenskive.dk | email=info@vietkitchenskive.dk | address=Adelgade 14B St | lat=56.5663 | long=9.0262 | directions= | phone=+45 61 46 92 99 | tollfree= | hours=Tu W 11:30-21:00, Th-Sa 11:30-21:30, Su 16:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Vietnamese-style restaurant open for lunch and evening meals. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gyldne Okse | alt= | url=https://www.gyldneokseskive.dk/skive | email= | address=Ågade 2 | lat=56.5653 | long=9.0322 | directions=in the Søndercentret shopping centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Steakhouse in the town centre. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggeriet Skive | alt= | url=https://bryggerietskive.dk | email= | address=Østergade 1 | lat=56.5672 | long=9.0275 | directions= | phone=+45 97 52 52 50 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa from 11:00, Su 12:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Lunch is served 11:00-16:30 and evening dinners from 17:00. Assorted drinks, including local Hancock beer on tap. Typical Danish fare with some international inspirations like burgers and pasta. Try some Danish smørrebrød for lunch or a Wienerschnitzel in the evening. }} * {{eat | name=Café Helmuth | alt= | url=https://cafehelmuth.dk/ | email=info@cafehelmuth.dk | address=Posthustorvet 1 | lat=56.5652 | long=9.0264 | directions= | phone=+45 97 51 00 60 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:30-21:00, F Sa 10:30-23:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Nice mix between a café and a restaurant, right at the central town square Poshustorvet. Brunch, Lunch, and assorted food throughout the day. If you want to try traditional Danish food, order the large ''Æggekage'' omelet, ''Stjerneskud'', ''Pariserbøf'', or ''smørrebrød'', but you can also get a range of other food like burgers, pasta or sandwhiches. Book a table in advance on-line. Take-away option, so you can stack up here for your picnic plans. }} === Bakeries and cafés === * {{eat | name=Det Varme Brød | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Detvarmebrod/ | email= | address=Aage Nielsens Vej 2 | lat=56.5759 | long=9.0307 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su from 06:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=With a name meaning 'The Hot Bread' this bakery does indeed serve freshly baked delights. Regular Danish bakery with good quality, prices, and variety. This is a take-away shop and you can also buy cheese, jam, cold cuts and dairy. }} * {{eat | name=Lagkagehuset Skive | alt= | url=https://lagkagehuset.dk/store/781-skive | email= | address=Søndre Boulevard 7 | lat=56.5638 | long=9.0301 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=High-end bakery of the popular Lagkagehuset bakery café chain. Click and collect option. Perfect for some breakfast or brunch. }} * {{eat | name=Kaffemøllen | alt= | url=https://www.kaffemøllenskive.com/ | email= | address=Fredriksgade 2B | lat=56.5674 | long=9.0266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:00-17:00, Sa 10:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Bakery and café. Great cakes, bread, and sandwiches, including gluten free. Breakfast option and hot meal of the day (vegetarian) for lunch (12:30-15:30). }} * {{eat | name=Chokolet | alt= | url=https://chokolet.dk/ | email= | address=Nørregade 2B | lat=56.5676 | long=9.0270 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Café and chocolaterie with some incredible handmade chocolate treats. Good coffee and of course hot chocolate. Also bread, cakes, and softice with wafles or pancakes. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Hancock Breweries | alt= | url=https://www.hancock.dk/ | email= | address=Humlevej 32 | lat=56.5834 | long=9.0296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Visit the famous local brewery on Wednesdays for a free guided tour, except in July and December. You can join in at 09:30-12:00 or in the evening 19:30-22:00. Private tours outside the schedule can be arranged if you are 15-30 people. You can also try the Hancock brews around Skives bars and pubs. }} * {{drink | name=Havnens Vinotek | alt= | url=https://www.havnensvinotek.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5709 | long=9.0513 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Winebar (and wineshop) near the harbour }} * {{drink | name=John Bull Pub | alt= | url= | email= | address=Thinggade 13A | lat=56.5657 | long=9.0287 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th-Sa from 19:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content= }} * {{drink | name=Potten | alt= | url=https://www.potten.dk/ | email= | address=Torvestræde 2, | lat=56.5668 | long=9.0275 | directions=just around the corner from the town hall | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day from 10:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beer and wine bar with some special brews on tap. Sometimes live music. Smoking allowed. }} * {{drink | name=Zwei Grosse Bier Bar | alt= | url=https://zweigrosse.dk/skive | email= | address=Nordbanevej 23 | lat=56.5683 | long=9.0333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th from 21:00, F Sa from 22:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beer bar geared for partying. Mostly young people. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Strandtangen | alt= | url=http://www.strandtangen.dk | email= | address=Strandvejen 28 | lat=56.574200 | long=9.051900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Strandtangen (1).jpg | wikidata=Q12317322 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Hotel at the marina. Excellent on-site restaurant Ballast serving lunch and evening dinners. }} * {{sleep | name=Motel Skive | alt= | url=https://motelskive.dk/ | email= | address=Skyttevej 13C | lat=56.5441 | long=9.0288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Skivehus | alt= | url=https://skivehus.dk | email= | address=Sdr. Boulevard 1 | lat=56.564600 | long=9.031100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q12313480 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Breakfast and brunch option. }} === Out of town === * {{sleep | name=Højslev Kro | alt= | url=https://hoejslev-kro.dk/ | email= | address=Viborgvej 220, 7840 Højslev | lat=56.5501 | long=9.1101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=For a luxurious stay, book a room at this historic place southeast of town. The house and stay is an experience in itself and you can choose to combine it with excellent food and dinners. }} * {{sleep | name=Skive Fjord Camping | alt= | url=https://www.skivefjordcamping.dk/ | email= | address=Marienlyst Strand 15 | lat=56.5982 | long=9.0382 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Camp site north of town with easy access to the Marienlyst Beach. }} ==Connect== As in the rest of Denmark, hotels and camping sites offers free Wi-Fi for their guests. == Stay healthy == There are several pharmacies in Skive, but they all seems to be closed on Sundays. * {{buy | name=Svane Apoteket | alt= | url=https://skivesvane.apotekeren.dk/ | email= | address=Sdr. Boulevard 7 | lat=56.5636 | long=9.0299 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Closed Sundays | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Pharmacy (''Apotek'' in Danish). }} In case of emergency, call +45 70 11 31 31. The regional hospital in Skive serves the entire Skive region, and this is also where you will find the accident and emergency center: * {{listing | name=Akutklinik Regionshospitalet Skive | alt= | url=https://www.hospitalsenhedmidt.dk/afdelinger-og-steder/regionshospitalet-skive/akutklinik | email= | address= Kompagnigade 9C | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 16:00-22:00, Sa Su 08:00-22:00 | price= | content=Emergency clinic at the regional hospital in Skive. }} Always call in advance! And have your ID and health insurance cards ready upon arrival. In a rare and extreme life and death situation, in Denmark, you call 112. ==Go next== Skive is the gateway to the rural '''Salling peninsula''', the small '''Nordfjends peninsula''', and the islands of '''Mors''' and '''Fur'''. As part of that, Skive is an important stop on the interregional road Primary Route 26; the quickest route to [[Thisted]], [[Hanstholm]], and the whole region of Thy in [[North Jutland]]. === Salling and Nordfjends === Salling is the large peninsula north and west of Skive. * {{see | name=Jenle | alt=Aakjærs Kunstnerhjem Jenle | url=https://jenle.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.665711 | long=9.086353 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6 June - 31 August: 11:00-17:00; 1-13 September: 11:00-16:00 | price=kr 50 or kr 100 for a guided tour (free for children) | wikidata=Q1686892 | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Former home and now museum to the treasured Danish poet and writer Jeppe Aakjær, open for guided tours in the summer. Events are held regularly (check the homepage), and every year Aakjær's birthday is celebrated on the 10th of september. Take a stroll around the surrounding woodland and beach meadows, find specific routes on the homepage, which includes an audio guide (in Danish). }} * {{see | name=Thise Dairy | alt= | url=http://www.thise.eu/ | email= | address= | lat=56.704500 | long=9.127400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (free for kids younger than 12) | wikidata=Q12339185 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Big and well-renowned organic coop dairy in the small village of Thise in the northeast of Salling. Thise dairy have been a forerunner in the organic farming industry in Denmark since its conception in 1988 and continues to innovate and develop this business and concept. Their high-end products are widely available all over Denmark, but at their on-site dairy shop you can have a peek at their broad range of products. Join a guided tour every Thursday in week 27-31. }} * {{drink | name=Brænderiet Limfjorden | alt= | url=https://braenderiet.dk/ | email=braenderiet@mail.dk | address=Sundsørevej 4, 7870 Roslev | lat=56.7081 | long=9.1734 | directions=a little further up the road from Thise Dairy | phone=+45 40 94 00 00 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Interesting small destillery in the town of Sundsøre. Join a guided tour or try their special brews and liquors in the bar. You can also eat at the restaurant and stay overnight in a cabin. }} * {{eat | name=Limfjordens Hus | alt= | url=https://limfjordenshus.dk/ | email=info@limfjordenshus.dk | address=Odden 17, 7870 Glyngøre | lat=56.7637 | long=8.8630 | directions= | phone=+45 97 73 10 01 | tollfree= | hours=Every day | price= | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Excellent restaurant in the old fishing village of Glyngøre. Lots of seafood, but not exclusively. Open for lunch and evening dinners. Outdoor lunch buffet on Mondays and Sundays. Book a seat on-line. }} [[File:Spøttrup Middelalderborg.jpg|thumb|Spøttrup Borg medieval fortress]] ;Spøttrup Sø Beautiful lake area west of Skive. * {{see | name=Spøttrup Borg | alt= | url=https://www.spottrupborg.dk/ | email= | address=Borgen 6A, 7860 Spøttrup | lat=56.6382 | long=8.7867 | directions=at Spøttrup Sø | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 95 (free for children under 18) | wikidata=Q643731 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Medieval fortress. Open for visits from late March to late October, see the website for details. The guided tour takes about an hour. }} * {{do | name=Vadum Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.6440 | long=8.7609 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beach just west of the lake, where it drains into the Limfjord }} === Nordfjends === Nordfjends is the smaller peninsula northeast of Skive. * {{see | name=Bruddal Høje | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5841 | long=9.1570 | directions=go east from Skive by Viborgvej, and then north by Hobrovej | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Three Bronze Age barrows. The area is protected, but freely accessible to visitors. The view from the top is magnificent. }} * {{do | name=Lundø | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2026-08-08 | content=Experience the nature around the small Lundø peninsula. Visit the {{marker |type=see |lat=56.62345 |long=9.15776 |url= |name=Lundø Tårnet}} tower for local information, {{marker |type=do |lat=56.6228 |long=9.1369 |url=https://skive.dk/media/mrwpurta/lundoe_folder_web.pdf |name=hike}} the beach meadows and stony reefs, stay overnight at {{marker |type=sleep |lat=56.6378 |long=9.14879 |url=https://lundocamping.dk/ |name=Lundø Strand Camping}} or one of the primitive shelters in the area, and dine at {{marker |type=eat |lat=56.6235 |long=9.14625 |url=https://www.oehaven.com/ |name=Restaurant Øhaven}} in Lundø village. Lundø is a notable bird site with shallow beaches and good water quality. It is most interesting at low tide when the reefs are exposed, and if in luck, you can find amber here or spot seals. Enjoy the resting seals, but keep a good distance! The beaches are sometimes popular with coast-fishers looking for trout at some spots, and in the summer, holidaymakers and windsurfers flocks here. There are several parking lots in the area and a public toilet at the northern spit. }} === Mors and Fur === Mors is a large island northwest of Salling and Fur is a smaller island north of Salling, both in the Limfjord. Fur and Mors have been a geological hotspot for many years, with important fossil sites from the Eocene specifically (33-55 million years ago), when this part of the world was a subtropical ocean with sea turtles and sea snakes. In 2026, both islands became listed by UNESCO as a natural [[world heritage site]] named ''The Bony Fish Fossils of the Western Limfjord – Evolution and Climate Adaptation in the Earliest Eocene''. ==== Fur ==== [[File:Mjølner-Fur 2024 a.jpg|thumb|One of the two Fursund ferries]] There is no bridge to Fur, so you will have to take the ferry or sail your own leisure boat. * {{go | name=Fursund Færgen | alt= | url=https://furfaerge.dk/ | email= | address=Fur Landevej 130, Roslev | lat=56.800162 | long=9.025831 | directions=go to the docking site and present yourself to the surveillance cameras if no one is coming | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every 15 minute | price=Free for people and bicycles. kr 120 for a car. kr 60 for a motorbike | lastedit=2026-08-01 | content=The Fursund ferry leaves every fifteen minutes from the small village of Branden for a total number of 72 crossings day and night! It is not possible to book a ticket in advance, so stand in line and wait for your turn. Tickets are bought on board, but take note that you can only pay with card (Mastercard, Visa Card, Visa Electron Card and Dankort). }} * {{do | name=Fursund Touristinformation | alt= | url=https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/limfjorden/oplevelser/fur | email= | address=Stenøre 10, Fur | lat=56.804851 | long=9.020907 | directions=a short walk from the Fur habour | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Jul Aug: daily from 10:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Official tourist information office for the island of Fur. Also helpful with information on tourist-related stuff for Salling. Check their website for details and more useful information. }} [[File:Cliffs on Fur - panoramio - Frans-Banja Mulder.jpg|thumb|Fur]] * {{sleep | name=Fur Camping | alt= | url=https://furcamping.dk/ | email= | address=Råkildevej 6, Fur | lat=56.833706 | long=8.977301 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Not just a campsite, this place also does cabins, glamping, and bed & breakfast. On-site eatery and kiosk, please pre-order. Fur Camping is GreenStay and EU Ecolabel certified. Several marked hiking trails starts off from this spot. }} * {{see | name=Fur Museum | alt= | url=https://www.furmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Nederby 28, Fur | lat=56.816548 | long=9.021602 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00-16:00 | price=kr 80 (free for children) | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Experience some of the important fossils found on Fur and learn about not just the deep history of this island, but the ancient Earth and former climate changes. The museum is open from late March to mid October. Sometimes special tours and events, check the website. }} * {{drink | name=Fur Bryghus | alt= | url=https://www.furbryghus.dk/ | email=reservation@furbryghus.dk | address=Knudevej 3, Fur | lat=56.831638 | long=8.963455 | directions= | phone=+45 97 59 30 60 | tollfree= | hours=From 11:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Celebrated craft brewery. The on-site restaurant offers good solid lunch made with local ingredients, book a table before arrival. Sometimes live music. Check the website for specific opening days and hours, but this place is open every day in July and August. }} ==== Mors ==== Mors, occasionally referred to as ''Morsø'', is a farmer's island with an important traffic connection to the western parts of [[North Jutland]]; the region also known as Thy. The main town is Nykøbing Mors, and this is also where you will find the official tourist office for the island. [[File:Sallingsundbroen.jpg|thumb|Sallingsundbroen, the bridge connecting Salling and Mors.]] * {{do | name=Morsø Tourist Office | alt=Visit Mors | url=https://www.visitmors.com/mors/info-about-mors/morso-tourist-office | email=mt@visitmors.dk | address=Vestergade 10, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.794449 | long=8.855224 | directions= | phone=+45 97 72 04 88 | tollfree= | hours=Check the website for opening hours | price= | lastedit=2026-08-04 | content=Official tourist office for the island of Mors (aka Morsø). In addition to tourist information on the island and the region, you can also rent holiday homes, bicycles, and canoes here, as well as all-inclusive hiking or biking tours. It's a bit of everything. }} * {{do | name=Jesperhus | alt=Jesperhus Blomsterpark | url=https://www.jesperhus.dk/ | email= | address=Legindvej 30, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.764500 | long=8.815785 | directions=just across Sallingsundbroen Bridge from the Salling peninsula | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Big family-oriented holiday center with three entertainment parks, including a water park. Stay in a hut, a van, or camp with your own tent. You can also buy a day pass to the entertainment parks, check prices and hours on the website. }} * {{see | name=Fossil and Mo-clay Museum | alt= | url=https://museummors.dk/en/museums-and-archive/fossil-and-mo-clay-museum/ | email= | address=Skarrehagevej 8, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.942862 | long=8.874869 | directions=North of the village of Sejerslev | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Opening hours depends on the season (18 May - 30 August: daily 10:00-16:00) | price=kr 90 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Experience interesting local fossil finds from the Eocene, and engage in on-site excavations yourself. }} ;Hiking There are plenty of opportunities for good nature hiking on Mors. * {{do | name=Legind Bjerge og Højris | alt=Legind Hills and Højris | url=https://mors.dk/media/bjzcqovd/vandreture-i-legind-bjerge-paa-mors.pdf | email= | address= | lat=56.762543 | long=8.82892 | directions=Go to Jesperhus | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2026-08-09 | content=Many opportunities for short or extended 1-day nature hikes in an undulating landscape of forest, open land, and coastal terrain, just south of Nykøbing Mors. Start your tour from a parking area near Jesperhus and pick your route from there. For an extended hike, visit the Medieval {{marker |type=see |name=Højriis Castle |lat=56.7380 |long=8.80538 |url=https://hojriis.dk/}} further south. }} * {{do | name=The Coastal Route | alt=Kystruten Mors Rundt | url=https://www.visitmors.com/mors/plan-your-trip/hiking-holiday-around-mors-in-7-days-gdk1135634 | email= | address=Vestergade 10, Nykøbing Mors | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 4395 per person | content=Visit Mors, the official local tourist bureau for Mors, sells an all-inclusive hiking package for a 7-day roundtrip of the island. The package include overnight stays in doublebedrooms at local hosts, breakfasts, evening dinners, and make-your-own-lunch, as well as a book about the route. There are two shorter 4-day hikes available as well. }} <!-- === Further afield ===--> {{usablecity}} {{isPartOf|West Jutland}} {{geo|56.5652|9.0299}} 7lah1neugvyx7tejzhyy1j91jemoen4 5328328 5328327 2026-08-14T14:37:11Z ~2026-44576-06 2437462 /* Fur */ Updated listing for Fursund Touristinformation - ce 5328328 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Salling Wikivoyage banner (7 to 1) 02.jpg}} '''Skive''' is a town in [[West Jutland]] on the south side of the [[Limfjord]] Strait. In the summer, the town attracts tourists to the marina and town centre, but Skive is not a tourist magnet. While Skive definitely presents interesting sees and dos for tourists, prepare for a laid back experience, or use the town as a stopover on your way to and from other destinations in northwest Jutland. ==Understand== {{Mapframe|56.5661|9.0306|zoom=10}} At just a little more than 20,000 residents, Skive is the urban centre for the rural peninsula of Salling, and the smaller peninsula of Nord-Fjends. Skive is a very old settlement with a long history; the site has been inhabited continuously since at least the late Stone Age, with several ancient stone settings in the area. The town was largely built since the 1800s, when the industrial harbour and the railway was constructed. In 2026, Skive celebrates its [https://skive700.dk/ 700-year anniversary] as a market town, with several events throughout the year. Skive is home to the largest military barracks in Denmark, which leaves a significant imprint on the town. Skive is the gateway to the large hinterland comprising the [[#Salling and Nordfjends|Salling]] peninsula, [[#Nordfjends|Nordfjends]] peninsula, and the two islands of [[#Mors and Fur|Mors and Fur]], all part of the Limfjord region. Mors and Fur are a UNESCO [[world heritage site]] since 2026, due to their important fossil sites from the Eocene epoch. === Tourist information === Skive doesn't have its own tourist information office, but maintains the '''[https://skiveportalen.dk/ Skive Portalen]''' web-site with programmes, schedules, and information on what's going on. '''[https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/ Destination Limfjorden]''' is the tourism authority in the Skive region. ==Get in== ===By car=== === By bus === Skive and the Salling region is served by the [https://www.midttrafik.dk/ Midttrafik] bus company, as the rest of West Jutland (and East Jutland), and is well-connected by bus lines. Take a blue regional bus to Skive Central Station from any larger town in West or East Jutland. For local transport in and around Skive, take one of the local bus lines [https://www.midttrafik.dk/rejsemuligheder/bybusser/skive/ here]. They are also run by Midttrafik. Remember that you can use your train tickets on the buslines as well, if you onboard within the time limit. Skive used to have its own city-bus system, but it closed permanently in June 2026. For a complete overview of collective transport in and around Skive, check the local government website [https://skive.dk/borger/trafik-veje-og-havne/k26/ here]. Skive is an important bus stop on ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26), connecting [[Aarhus]] to [[Hanstholm]]. This is the quickest route you can take to [[Thisted]], [[Hanstholm]], and the whole region of Thy, in North Jutland. === By train === [[File:Langå - Struer railway.png|thumb|Rail connection to Skive]] Arrive by train via Viborg or Struer. The train from [[Viborg]] takes half an hour, and from [[Aarhus]] is 1½ hour. The [[Struer]] Central Station connects to the rest of West Jutland and also the northwestern part of [[North Jutland]], beyond the Limfjord, known as Thy. The rail line is called ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) and traverse a railway bridge to Thyholm and Hurup Thy, and onwards to the town of [[Thisted]] further north. If you are going to the northwest, by the Salling peninsula, take a bus, or drive your own car. Remember you can use your train tickets on buslines as well, if you onboard within the time limit. * {{go | name=Skive Central Station | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5616 | long=9.0258 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2093914 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central train and bus station. There are two supermarkets (Føtex and Lidl) next to the station, and a car rental ([https://hejoscar.dk/afdelinger/skive Oscar]) a fifteen-minute walk north. }} ===By bicycle=== ==Get around== Walking is a great (and the only) way to experience Skives old pedestrianised town centre. You can also easily walk to all other town destinations. There are many parking lots around the town centre. Most have charging stations, and a few have gas stations. You can easily drive to most spots in Skive, and a car is the best, quickest, and most comfortable option, if you want to explore the hinterlands of Salling and Nordfjends. * {{go | name=OSCAR | alt= | url=https://hejoscar.dk/afdelinger/skive | email=info@hejoscar.dk | address=Engvej 3B | lat=56.5646 | long=9.0360 | directions= | phone=+45 42 90 90 48 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:00-14:00, Sa Su 08:00-10:00 | price=from kr 295 per day | lastedit=2026-07-05 | content=Central car rental. You can deliver outside opening hours. }} * {{go | name=One2move | alt=Biludlejning Skive | url=https://one2movebiludlejning.dk/afdelinger/biludlejning-skive-c | email= | address=H C Ørsteds Vej 18 | lat=56.5520 | long=9.0167 | directions= | phone=+45 70 20 88 04 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:00-16:00, Sa Su 08:00-09:00 | price=from kr 138 (without fuel) | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Local department of the nationwide One2move car rental service. Delivery possible outside opening hours. }} ==See== [[File:Ko af Bernhard Lipsøe, midlertidigt opstillet Skive Posthustorv, 0105-2008 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Posthustorvet]] * {{see | name=Posthustorvet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5653 | long=9.0260 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central town square in the pedestrianised area. Good starting point for a city walk. Saturday late morning and afternoon is typically the most busy time of the week here. }} * {{see | name=Skive Kunstmuseum | alt= | url=https://www.skivekunstmuseum.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.569342 | long=9.036544 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 90 (free for children under 18) | wikidata=Q26100586 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Skive art museum. }} * {{see | name=Skive Anlæg | alt= | url= | email= | address=Havnevej 13 | lat=56.5693 | long=9.0324 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Nice park. }} * {{see | name=Vor Frue Kirke | alt= | url=https://www.skivesogn.dk/om-kirkerne | email= | address=Frederiksdal Alle 1A | lat=56.5651 | long=9.0220 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 (both churches) | price=Free | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Beautiful historic white-washed church dating back to 1200. There is a small church park, and Vor Frue Kirke is next to another church in red brick (Skive Church) from 1898. }} * {{see | name=Hjerl Hede | alt= | url=https://hjerlhede.dk/ | email=info@hjerlhede.dk | address=Hjerlhedevej 14, Vinderup | lat=56.4843 | long=8.8689 | directions=by car midway between Holsterbro and Skive | phone=+45 96 11 50 30 | tollfree= | hours=10:00-16:00 or 17:30 depending on the season | price=kr 120 for adults | image=Hjerl Hede - Præstegården.jpg | wikidata=Q501657 | lastedit=2026-08-11 | content=[[Open-air museum]] about country life in Denmark from 1500 to 1900. Experience pre-industrial crafts and participate in roleplays. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Skive Golfklub | alt= | url=https://www.skivegolfklub.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5906 | long=9.0145 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Golf. Café and eatery on site. }} * {{do | name=Skive Stadion | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5676 | long=9.0374 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Go and watch a football match or other sports event. }} * {{do | name=Skive Theater | alt= | url=https://kcskive.dk/genre/skive-theater/ | email= | address=Theaterpladsen 10 | lat=56.5679 | long=9.0254 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Skive's theatre scene with 125 years of experience. Also concerts and stand-up. }} * {{do | name=Kulturcenter Skive | alt=KulturCenter Limfjorden | url=https://kcskive.dk/ | email= | address=Skyttevej 12-14 | lat=56.5450 | long=9.0277 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Big cultural centre in the southern parts of town. Theatre, swimming pools, cinema, cafés, concerts, talks, restaurant, meeting facilities. A contemporary take on the traditional village hall. }} * {{do | name=Bowl'n Fun | alt= | url=https://bowlnfun.dk/?centerchoice=613 | email= | address= | lat=56.5455 | long=9.0312 | directions=across from the cultural centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Bowling centre and various entertainment. Eatery with burgers and buffet food. }} * {{do | name=Skive Trav | alt= | url=https://www.skive-trav.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5315 | long=9.0337 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Horse racing. On-site restaurant (buffet kr 249), and two eateries. }} === Festivals and events === * {{do | name=Skive Festival | alt= | url=https://www.skivefestival.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5770 | long=9.0506 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Three-day music festival in early June. }} * {{do | name=Kunstdage ved Limfjorden | alt= | url=https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/kunstdage | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00-17:00 every day of the festival | price=Free | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content='Art Days at the Limfjord' is an annual art festival across the region around Skive. Local artists open their workshops and talks about their work and art. Download the festival app and find out more about the local artists of this region. 14th to 17 May (2026) in the 'Feast of Ascension' holiday (''Kristi Himmelfartsferien'' in Danish). }} === Beaches === * {{do | name=Strandtangen | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5775 | long=9.0511 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Sandy beach just north of the marina. Popular in the summer. }} * {{do | name=Resen Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5882 | long=9.0442 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Sandy beach stretch north of town. Beautiful nature. }} * {{do | name=Marienlyst Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5975 | long=9.0436 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Long sandy beach at the Skive Fjord Camping site north of town. }} ===Hiking=== There are several interesting hiking trails in and around Skive. * {{do | name=Skive Å | alt=Ådalen | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=E69C2A2E-5E78-11EC-8334-062AD32497BD | email= | address= | lat=56.5604 | long=9.0249 | directions=start from the Central Station parking lot and walk south across the bridge | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Roundtrip around the small Karup Å river that flows through Skive. The trail should take 1 to 1½ hour, but can be cut short for a quicker hike. }} * {{do | name=Krabbesholm Skov | alt= | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=e69d22ee-5e78-11ec-833c-062ad32497bd | email= | address= | lat=56.5700 | long=9.0376 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=An urban forest stroll through an old deciduous woodland east and north of the harbour. Paths criss-cross the forest patch. There are no markers, so you just pick your own route as you walk. }} ;Out of town [[File:Flyndersø set mod N fra Snævringen.jpg|thumb|From Flyndersø lake]] * {{do | name=Naturpark Flyndersø | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5185 | long=8.9555 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beautiful trail through Nature Park Flyndersø southeast of Skive, one of 15 national nature parks in Denmark. Flyndersø lake is surrounded by heathlands, bogs, and forests and presents amazing views in late spring and summer. Start off from the visitor center Flyndersø Mølle and follow the trails. The entire lake is a 30-km hike with several obstacles, but there are much shorter and easier routes as well, which you can both bike and walk. There is a camp site ([https://skiveflyndersocamping.com/ Skive Flyndersø Camping]) just north of the visitor centre, if you want to stay overnight in the area. }} * {{do | name=Skive Plantage to Flyndersø | alt= | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=7e13250e-5d90-11ec-87bf-062ad32497bd | email= | address= | lat=56.5349 | long=9.0219 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=You can hike all the way from Skive to Flyndersø Mølle visitor centre by following this route. It is marked by green arrows, but the trail can be very muddy during and after rain. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Søndercentret | alt= | url=https://sondercentret.com/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5658 | long=9.0322 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central shopping centre with eateries. You can also find an ATM here and a photobooth. Huge car park with charging and gas stations. Main entrance on the east side at the Karup Å river. }} * {{buy | name=Lidl | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5627 | long=9.0302 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Supermarket with car park and charging stations. }} * {{buy | name=føtex | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5625 | long=9.0268 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Supermarket with car park and charging stations. }} * {{buy | name=Skive Boglade | alt=Bog & Idé | url= | email= | address=Nørregade 30 | lat=56.5685 | long=9.0274 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Book store and office supplies. }} * {{buy | name=Læsehesten | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Laesehestenskive | email= | address=Nørregade 36A | lat=56.5691 | long=9.0280 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Book store. Also magazines, film, computer games, music, board games. Used and new. }} * {{buy | name=Jagt & Fiskeri Skive | alt= | url=https://jfskive.dk/ | email= | address=Katkjærvej 1 | lat=56.5685 | long=8.9996 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Gear, clothes, and accessories for hunting, fishing, and outdoor life. This is also where you buy a fishing licence, which is obligatory for leisure fishing in Denmark. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Restaurant Jiang Nan | alt= | url=https://jiangnan.dk/ | email= | address=Viborgvej 4 | lat=56.5631 | long=9.0382 | directions= | phone=+45 97 58 58 88 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-03 | content=Chinese restaurant. Also sushi. }} * {{eat | name=Viet Kitchen | alt= | url=https://vietkitchenskive.dk | email=info@vietkitchenskive.dk | address=Adelgade 14B St | lat=56.5663 | long=9.0262 | directions= | phone=+45 61 46 92 99 | tollfree= | hours=Tu W 11:30-21:00, Th-Sa 11:30-21:30, Su 16:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Vietnamese-style restaurant open for lunch and evening meals. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gyldne Okse | alt= | url=https://www.gyldneokseskive.dk/skive | email= | address=Ågade 2 | lat=56.5653 | long=9.0322 | directions=in the Søndercentret shopping centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Steakhouse in the town centre. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggeriet Skive | alt= | url=https://bryggerietskive.dk | email= | address=Østergade 1 | lat=56.5672 | long=9.0275 | directions= | phone=+45 97 52 52 50 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa from 11:00, Su 12:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Lunch is served 11:00-16:30 and evening dinners from 17:00. Assorted drinks, including local Hancock beer on tap. Typical Danish fare with some international inspirations like burgers and pasta. Try some Danish smørrebrød for lunch or a Wienerschnitzel in the evening. }} * {{eat | name=Café Helmuth | alt= | url=https://cafehelmuth.dk/ | email=info@cafehelmuth.dk | address=Posthustorvet 1 | lat=56.5652 | long=9.0264 | directions= | phone=+45 97 51 00 60 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:30-21:00, F Sa 10:30-23:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Nice mix between a café and a restaurant, right at the central town square Poshustorvet. Brunch, Lunch, and assorted food throughout the day. If you want to try traditional Danish food, order the large ''Æggekage'' omelet, ''Stjerneskud'', ''Pariserbøf'', or ''smørrebrød'', but you can also get a range of other food like burgers, pasta or sandwhiches. Book a table in advance on-line. Take-away option, so you can stack up here for your picnic plans. }} === Bakeries and cafés === * {{eat | name=Det Varme Brød | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Detvarmebrod/ | email= | address=Aage Nielsens Vej 2 | lat=56.5759 | long=9.0307 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su from 06:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=With a name meaning 'The Hot Bread' this bakery does indeed serve freshly baked delights. Regular Danish bakery with good quality, prices, and variety. This is a take-away shop and you can also buy cheese, jam, cold cuts and dairy. }} * {{eat | name=Lagkagehuset Skive | alt= | url=https://lagkagehuset.dk/store/781-skive | email= | address=Søndre Boulevard 7 | lat=56.5638 | long=9.0301 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=High-end bakery of the popular Lagkagehuset bakery café chain. Click and collect option. Perfect for some breakfast or brunch. }} * {{eat | name=Kaffemøllen | alt= | url=https://www.kaffemøllenskive.com/ | email= | address=Fredriksgade 2B | lat=56.5674 | long=9.0266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:00-17:00, Sa 10:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Bakery and café. Great cakes, bread, and sandwiches, including gluten free. Breakfast option and hot meal of the day (vegetarian) for lunch (12:30-15:30). }} * {{eat | name=Chokolet | alt= | url=https://chokolet.dk/ | email= | address=Nørregade 2B | lat=56.5676 | long=9.0270 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Café and chocolaterie with some incredible handmade chocolate treats. Good coffee and of course hot chocolate. Also bread, cakes, and softice with wafles or pancakes. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Hancock Breweries | alt= | url=https://www.hancock.dk/ | email= | address=Humlevej 32 | lat=56.5834 | long=9.0296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Visit the famous local brewery on Wednesdays for a free guided tour, except in July and December. You can join in at 09:30-12:00 or in the evening 19:30-22:00. Private tours outside the schedule can be arranged if you are 15-30 people. You can also try the Hancock brews around Skives bars and pubs. }} * {{drink | name=Havnens Vinotek | alt= | url=https://www.havnensvinotek.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5709 | long=9.0513 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Winebar (and wineshop) near the harbour }} * {{drink | name=John Bull Pub | alt= | url= | email= | address=Thinggade 13A | lat=56.5657 | long=9.0287 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th-Sa from 19:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content= }} * {{drink | name=Potten | alt= | url=https://www.potten.dk/ | email= | address=Torvestræde 2, | lat=56.5668 | long=9.0275 | directions=just around the corner from the town hall | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day from 10:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beer and wine bar with some special brews on tap. Sometimes live music. Smoking allowed. }} * {{drink | name=Zwei Grosse Bier Bar | alt= | url=https://zweigrosse.dk/skive | email= | address=Nordbanevej 23 | lat=56.5683 | long=9.0333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th from 21:00, F Sa from 22:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beer bar geared for partying. Mostly young people. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Strandtangen | alt= | url=http://www.strandtangen.dk | email= | address=Strandvejen 28 | lat=56.574200 | long=9.051900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Strandtangen (1).jpg | wikidata=Q12317322 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Hotel at the marina. Excellent on-site restaurant Ballast serving lunch and evening dinners. }} * {{sleep | name=Motel Skive | alt= | url=https://motelskive.dk/ | email= | address=Skyttevej 13C | lat=56.5441 | long=9.0288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Skivehus | alt= | url=https://skivehus.dk | email= | address=Sdr. Boulevard 1 | lat=56.564600 | long=9.031100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q12313480 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Breakfast and brunch option. }} === Out of town === * {{sleep | name=Højslev Kro | alt= | url=https://hoejslev-kro.dk/ | email= | address=Viborgvej 220, 7840 Højslev | lat=56.5501 | long=9.1101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=For a luxurious stay, book a room at this historic place southeast of town. The house and stay is an experience in itself and you can choose to combine it with excellent food and dinners. }} * {{sleep | name=Skive Fjord Camping | alt= | url=https://www.skivefjordcamping.dk/ | email= | address=Marienlyst Strand 15 | lat=56.5982 | long=9.0382 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Camp site north of town with easy access to the Marienlyst Beach. }} ==Connect== As in the rest of Denmark, hotels and camping sites offers free Wi-Fi for their guests. == Stay healthy == There are several pharmacies in Skive, but they all seems to be closed on Sundays. * {{buy | name=Svane Apoteket | alt= | url=https://skivesvane.apotekeren.dk/ | email= | address=Sdr. Boulevard 7 | lat=56.5636 | long=9.0299 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Closed Sundays | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Pharmacy (''Apotek'' in Danish). }} In case of emergency, call +45 70 11 31 31. The regional hospital in Skive serves the entire Skive region, and this is also where you will find the accident and emergency center: * {{listing | name=Akutklinik Regionshospitalet Skive | alt= | url=https://www.hospitalsenhedmidt.dk/afdelinger-og-steder/regionshospitalet-skive/akutklinik | email= | address= Kompagnigade 9C | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 16:00-22:00, Sa Su 08:00-22:00 | price= | content=Emergency clinic at the regional hospital in Skive. }} Always call in advance! And have your ID and health insurance cards ready upon arrival. In a rare and extreme life and death situation, in Denmark, you call 112. ==Go next== Skive is the gateway to the rural '''Salling peninsula''', the small '''Nordfjends peninsula''', and the islands of '''Mors''' and '''Fur'''. As part of that, Skive is an important stop on the interregional road Primary Route 26; the quickest route to [[Thisted]], [[Hanstholm]], and the whole region of Thy in [[North Jutland]]. === Salling and Nordfjends === Salling is the large peninsula north and west of Skive. * {{see | name=Jenle | alt=Aakjærs Kunstnerhjem Jenle | url=https://jenle.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.665711 | long=9.086353 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6 June - 31 August: 11:00-17:00; 1-13 September: 11:00-16:00 | price=kr 50 or kr 100 for a guided tour (free for children) | wikidata=Q1686892 | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Former home and now museum to the treasured Danish poet and writer Jeppe Aakjær, open for guided tours in the summer. Events are held regularly (check the homepage), and every year Aakjær's birthday is celebrated on the 10th of september. Take a stroll around the surrounding woodland and beach meadows, find specific routes on the homepage, which includes an audio guide (in Danish). }} * {{see | name=Thise Dairy | alt= | url=http://www.thise.eu/ | email= | address= | lat=56.704500 | long=9.127400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (free for kids younger than 12) | wikidata=Q12339185 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Big and well-renowned organic coop dairy in the small village of Thise in the northeast of Salling. Thise dairy have been a forerunner in the organic farming industry in Denmark since its conception in 1988 and continues to innovate and develop this business and concept. Their high-end products are widely available all over Denmark, but at their on-site dairy shop you can have a peek at their broad range of products. Join a guided tour every Thursday in week 27-31. }} * {{drink | name=Brænderiet Limfjorden | alt= | url=https://braenderiet.dk/ | email=braenderiet@mail.dk | address=Sundsørevej 4, 7870 Roslev | lat=56.7081 | long=9.1734 | directions=a little further up the road from Thise Dairy | phone=+45 40 94 00 00 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Interesting small destillery in the town of Sundsøre. Join a guided tour or try their special brews and liquors in the bar. You can also eat at the restaurant and stay overnight in a cabin. }} * {{eat | name=Limfjordens Hus | alt= | url=https://limfjordenshus.dk/ | email=info@limfjordenshus.dk | address=Odden 17, 7870 Glyngøre | lat=56.7637 | long=8.8630 | directions= | phone=+45 97 73 10 01 | tollfree= | hours=Every day | price= | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Excellent restaurant in the old fishing village of Glyngøre. Lots of seafood, but not exclusively. Open for lunch and evening dinners. Outdoor lunch buffet on Mondays and Sundays. Book a seat on-line. }} [[File:Spøttrup Middelalderborg.jpg|thumb|Spøttrup Borg medieval fortress]] ;Spøttrup Sø Beautiful lake area west of Skive. * {{see | name=Spøttrup Borg | alt= | url=https://www.spottrupborg.dk/ | email= | address=Borgen 6A, 7860 Spøttrup | lat=56.6382 | long=8.7867 | directions=at Spøttrup Sø | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 95 (free for children under 18) | wikidata=Q643731 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Medieval fortress. Open for visits from late March to late October, see the website for details. The guided tour takes about an hour. }} * {{do | name=Vadum Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.6440 | long=8.7609 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beach just west of the lake, where it drains into the Limfjord }} === Nordfjends === Nordfjends is the smaller peninsula northeast of Skive. * {{see | name=Bruddal Høje | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5841 | long=9.1570 | directions=go east from Skive by Viborgvej, and then north by Hobrovej | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Three Bronze Age barrows. The area is protected, but freely accessible to visitors. The view from the top is magnificent. }} * {{do | name=Lundø | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2026-08-08 | content=Experience the nature around the small Lundø peninsula. Visit the {{marker |type=see |lat=56.62345 |long=9.15776 |url= |name=Lundø Tårnet}} tower for local information, {{marker |type=do |lat=56.6228 |long=9.1369 |url=https://skive.dk/media/mrwpurta/lundoe_folder_web.pdf |name=hike}} the beach meadows and stony reefs, stay overnight at {{marker |type=sleep |lat=56.6378 |long=9.14879 |url=https://lundocamping.dk/ |name=Lundø Strand Camping}} or one of the primitive shelters in the area, and dine at {{marker |type=eat |lat=56.6235 |long=9.14625 |url=https://www.oehaven.com/ |name=Restaurant Øhaven}} in Lundø village. Lundø is a notable bird site with shallow beaches and good water quality. It is most interesting at low tide when the reefs are exposed, and if in luck, you can find amber here or spot seals. Enjoy the resting seals, but keep a good distance! The beaches are sometimes popular with coast-fishers looking for trout at some spots, and in the summer, holidaymakers and windsurfers flocks here. There are several parking lots in the area and a public toilet at the northern spit. }} === Mors and Fur === Mors is a large island northwest of Salling and Fur is a smaller island north of Salling, both in the Limfjord. Fur and Mors have been a geological hotspot for many years, with important fossil sites from the Eocene specifically (33-55 million years ago), when this part of the world was a subtropical ocean with sea turtles and sea snakes. In 2026, both islands became listed by UNESCO as a natural [[world heritage site]] named ''The Bony Fish Fossils of the Western Limfjord – Evolution and Climate Adaptation in the Earliest Eocene''. ==== Fur ==== [[File:Mjølner-Fur 2024 a.jpg|thumb|One of the two Fursund ferries]] There is no bridge to Fur, so you will have to take the ferry or sail your own leisure boat. * {{go | name=Fursund Færgen | alt= | url=https://furfaerge.dk/ | email= | address=Fur Landevej 130, Roslev | lat=56.800162 | long=9.025831 | directions=go to the docking site and present yourself to the surveillance cameras if no one is coming | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every 15 minute | price=Free for people and bicycles. kr 120 for a car. kr 60 for a motorbike | lastedit=2026-08-01 | content=The Fursund ferry leaves every fifteen minutes from the small village of Branden for a total number of 72 crossings day and night! It is not possible to book a ticket in advance, so stand in line and wait for your turn. Tickets are bought on board, but take note that you can only pay with card (Mastercard, Visa Card, Visa Electron Card and Dankort). }} * {{do | name=Fursund Touristinformation | alt= | url=https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/limfjorden/oplevelser/fur | email= | address=Stenøre 10, Fur | lat=56.804851 | long=9.020907 | directions=a short walk from the Fur harbour | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Jul Aug: daily from 10:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Official tourist information office for the island of Fur. Also helpful with information on tourist-related stuff for Salling. Check their website for details and more useful information. }} [[File:Cliffs on Fur - panoramio - Frans-Banja Mulder.jpg|thumb|Fur]] * {{sleep | name=Fur Camping | alt= | url=https://furcamping.dk/ | email= | address=Råkildevej 6, Fur | lat=56.833706 | long=8.977301 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Not just a campsite, this place also does cabins, glamping, and bed & breakfast. On-site eatery and kiosk, please pre-order. Fur Camping is GreenStay and EU Ecolabel certified. Several marked hiking trails starts off from this spot. }} * {{see | name=Fur Museum | alt= | url=https://www.furmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Nederby 28, Fur | lat=56.816548 | long=9.021602 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00-16:00 | price=kr 80 (free for children) | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Experience some of the important fossils found on Fur and learn about not just the deep history of this island, but the ancient Earth and former climate changes. The museum is open from late March to mid October. Sometimes special tours and events, check the website. }} * {{drink | name=Fur Bryghus | alt= | url=https://www.furbryghus.dk/ | email=reservation@furbryghus.dk | address=Knudevej 3, Fur | lat=56.831638 | long=8.963455 | directions= | phone=+45 97 59 30 60 | tollfree= | hours=From 11:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Celebrated craft brewery. The on-site restaurant offers good solid lunch made with local ingredients, book a table before arrival. Sometimes live music. Check the website for specific opening days and hours, but this place is open every day in July and August. }} ==== Mors ==== Mors, occasionally referred to as ''Morsø'', is a farmer's island with an important traffic connection to the western parts of [[North Jutland]]; the region also known as Thy. The main town is Nykøbing Mors, and this is also where you will find the official tourist office for the island. [[File:Sallingsundbroen.jpg|thumb|Sallingsundbroen, the bridge connecting Salling and Mors.]] * {{do | name=Morsø Tourist Office | alt=Visit Mors | url=https://www.visitmors.com/mors/info-about-mors/morso-tourist-office | email=mt@visitmors.dk | address=Vestergade 10, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.794449 | long=8.855224 | directions= | phone=+45 97 72 04 88 | tollfree= | hours=Check the website for opening hours | price= | lastedit=2026-08-04 | content=Official tourist office for the island of Mors (aka Morsø). In addition to tourist information on the island and the region, you can also rent holiday homes, bicycles, and canoes here, as well as all-inclusive hiking or biking tours. It's a bit of everything. }} * {{do | name=Jesperhus | alt=Jesperhus Blomsterpark | url=https://www.jesperhus.dk/ | email= | address=Legindvej 30, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.764500 | long=8.815785 | directions=just across Sallingsundbroen Bridge from the Salling peninsula | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Big family-oriented holiday center with three entertainment parks, including a water park. Stay in a hut, a van, or camp with your own tent. You can also buy a day pass to the entertainment parks, check prices and hours on the website. }} * {{see | name=Fossil and Mo-clay Museum | alt= | url=https://museummors.dk/en/museums-and-archive/fossil-and-mo-clay-museum/ | email= | address=Skarrehagevej 8, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.942862 | long=8.874869 | directions=North of the village of Sejerslev | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Opening hours depends on the season (18 May - 30 August: daily 10:00-16:00) | price=kr 90 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Experience interesting local fossil finds from the Eocene, and engage in on-site excavations yourself. }} ;Hiking There are plenty of opportunities for good nature hiking on Mors. * {{do | name=Legind Bjerge og Højris | alt=Legind Hills and Højris | url=https://mors.dk/media/bjzcqovd/vandreture-i-legind-bjerge-paa-mors.pdf | email= | address= | lat=56.762543 | long=8.82892 | directions=Go to Jesperhus | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2026-08-09 | content=Many opportunities for short or extended 1-day nature hikes in an undulating landscape of forest, open land, and coastal terrain, just south of Nykøbing Mors. Start your tour from a parking area near Jesperhus and pick your route from there. For an extended hike, visit the Medieval {{marker |type=see |name=Højriis Castle |lat=56.7380 |long=8.80538 |url=https://hojriis.dk/}} further south. }} * {{do | name=The Coastal Route | alt=Kystruten Mors Rundt | url=https://www.visitmors.com/mors/plan-your-trip/hiking-holiday-around-mors-in-7-days-gdk1135634 | email= | address=Vestergade 10, Nykøbing Mors | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 4395 per person | content=Visit Mors, the official local tourist bureau for Mors, sells an all-inclusive hiking package for a 7-day roundtrip of the island. The package include overnight stays in doublebedrooms at local hosts, breakfasts, evening dinners, and make-your-own-lunch, as well as a book about the route. There are two shorter 4-day hikes available as well. }} <!-- === Further afield ===--> {{usablecity}} {{isPartOf|West Jutland}} {{geo|56.5652|9.0299}} 2eje750iyx7t6erxjm3bjslhaij63py 5328330 5328328 2026-08-14T14:39:41Z ~2026-44576-06 2437462 /* Fur */ Updated listing for Fur Camping - wls 5328330 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Salling Wikivoyage banner (7 to 1) 02.jpg}} '''Skive''' is a town in [[West Jutland]] on the south side of the [[Limfjord]] Strait. In the summer, the town attracts tourists to the marina and town centre, but Skive is not a tourist magnet. While Skive definitely presents interesting sees and dos for tourists, prepare for a laid back experience, or use the town as a stopover on your way to and from other destinations in northwest Jutland. ==Understand== {{Mapframe|56.5661|9.0306|zoom=10}} At just a little more than 20,000 residents, Skive is the urban centre for the rural peninsula of Salling, and the smaller peninsula of Nord-Fjends. Skive is a very old settlement with a long history; the site has been inhabited continuously since at least the late Stone Age, with several ancient stone settings in the area. The town was largely built since the 1800s, when the industrial harbour and the railway was constructed. In 2026, Skive celebrates its [https://skive700.dk/ 700-year anniversary] as a market town, with several events throughout the year. Skive is home to the largest military barracks in Denmark, which leaves a significant imprint on the town. Skive is the gateway to the large hinterland comprising the [[#Salling and Nordfjends|Salling]] peninsula, [[#Nordfjends|Nordfjends]] peninsula, and the two islands of [[#Mors and Fur|Mors and Fur]], all part of the Limfjord region. Mors and Fur are a UNESCO [[world heritage site]] since 2026, due to their important fossil sites from the Eocene epoch. === Tourist information === Skive doesn't have its own tourist information office, but maintains the '''[https://skiveportalen.dk/ Skive Portalen]''' web-site with programmes, schedules, and information on what's going on. '''[https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/ Destination Limfjorden]''' is the tourism authority in the Skive region. ==Get in== ===By car=== === By bus === Skive and the Salling region is served by the [https://www.midttrafik.dk/ Midttrafik] bus company, as the rest of West Jutland (and East Jutland), and is well-connected by bus lines. Take a blue regional bus to Skive Central Station from any larger town in West or East Jutland. For local transport in and around Skive, take one of the local bus lines [https://www.midttrafik.dk/rejsemuligheder/bybusser/skive/ here]. They are also run by Midttrafik. Remember that you can use your train tickets on the buslines as well, if you onboard within the time limit. Skive used to have its own city-bus system, but it closed permanently in June 2026. For a complete overview of collective transport in and around Skive, check the local government website [https://skive.dk/borger/trafik-veje-og-havne/k26/ here]. Skive is an important bus stop on ''Primærrute 26'' (Primary Route 26), connecting [[Aarhus]] to [[Hanstholm]]. This is the quickest route you can take to [[Thisted]], [[Hanstholm]], and the whole region of Thy, in North Jutland. === By train === [[File:Langå - Struer railway.png|thumb|Rail connection to Skive]] Arrive by train via Viborg or Struer. The train from [[Viborg]] takes half an hour, and from [[Aarhus]] is 1½ hour. The [[Struer]] Central Station connects to the rest of West Jutland and also the northwestern part of [[North Jutland]], beyond the Limfjord, known as Thy. The rail line is called ''Thybanen'' (Thy Line) and traverse a railway bridge to Thyholm and Hurup Thy, and onwards to the town of [[Thisted]] further north. If you are going to the northwest, by the Salling peninsula, take a bus, or drive your own car. Remember you can use your train tickets on buslines as well, if you onboard within the time limit. * {{go | name=Skive Central Station | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5616 | long=9.0258 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2093914 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central train and bus station. There are two supermarkets (Føtex and Lidl) next to the station, and a car rental ([https://hejoscar.dk/afdelinger/skive Oscar]) a fifteen-minute walk north. }} ===By bicycle=== ==Get around== Walking is a great (and the only) way to experience Skives old pedestrianised town centre. You can also easily walk to all other town destinations. There are many parking lots around the town centre. Most have charging stations, and a few have gas stations. You can easily drive to most spots in Skive, and a car is the best, quickest, and most comfortable option, if you want to explore the hinterlands of Salling and Nordfjends. * {{go | name=OSCAR | alt= | url=https://hejoscar.dk/afdelinger/skive | email=info@hejoscar.dk | address=Engvej 3B | lat=56.5646 | long=9.0360 | directions= | phone=+45 42 90 90 48 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:00-14:00, Sa Su 08:00-10:00 | price=from kr 295 per day | lastedit=2026-07-05 | content=Central car rental. You can deliver outside opening hours. }} * {{go | name=One2move | alt=Biludlejning Skive | url=https://one2movebiludlejning.dk/afdelinger/biludlejning-skive-c | email= | address=H C Ørsteds Vej 18 | lat=56.5520 | long=9.0167 | directions= | phone=+45 70 20 88 04 | tollfree= | hours=M-F 08:00-16:00, Sa Su 08:00-09:00 | price=from kr 138 (without fuel) | lastedit=2026-08-02 | content=Local department of the nationwide One2move car rental service. Delivery possible outside opening hours. }} ==See== [[File:Ko af Bernhard Lipsøe, midlertidigt opstillet Skive Posthustorv, 0105-2008 - panoramio.jpg|thumb|Posthustorvet]] * {{see | name=Posthustorvet | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5653 | long=9.0260 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central town square in the pedestrianised area. Good starting point for a city walk. Saturday late morning and afternoon is typically the most busy time of the week here. }} * {{see | name=Skive Kunstmuseum | alt= | url=https://www.skivekunstmuseum.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.569342 | long=9.036544 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 90 (free for children under 18) | wikidata=Q26100586 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Skive art museum. }} * {{see | name=Skive Anlæg | alt= | url= | email= | address=Havnevej 13 | lat=56.5693 | long=9.0324 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Nice park. }} * {{see | name=Vor Frue Kirke | alt= | url=https://www.skivesogn.dk/om-kirkerne | email= | address=Frederiksdal Alle 1A | lat=56.5651 | long=9.0220 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Daily 08:00-17:00 (both churches) | price=Free | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Beautiful historic white-washed church dating back to 1200. There is a small church park, and Vor Frue Kirke is next to another church in red brick (Skive Church) from 1898. }} * {{see | name=Hjerl Hede | alt= | url=https://hjerlhede.dk/ | email=info@hjerlhede.dk | address=Hjerlhedevej 14, Vinderup | lat=56.4843 | long=8.8689 | directions=by car midway between Holsterbro and Skive | phone=+45 96 11 50 30 | tollfree= | hours=10:00-16:00 or 17:30 depending on the season | price=kr 120 for adults | image=Hjerl Hede - Præstegården.jpg | wikidata=Q501657 | lastedit=2026-08-11 | content=[[Open-air museum]] about country life in Denmark from 1500 to 1900. Experience pre-industrial crafts and participate in roleplays. }} ==Do== * {{do | name=Skive Golfklub | alt= | url=https://www.skivegolfklub.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5906 | long=9.0145 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Golf. Café and eatery on site. }} * {{do | name=Skive Stadion | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5676 | long=9.0374 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Go and watch a football match or other sports event. }} * {{do | name=Skive Theater | alt= | url=https://kcskive.dk/genre/skive-theater/ | email= | address=Theaterpladsen 10 | lat=56.5679 | long=9.0254 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Skive's theatre scene with 125 years of experience. Also concerts and stand-up. }} * {{do | name=Kulturcenter Skive | alt=KulturCenter Limfjorden | url=https://kcskive.dk/ | email= | address=Skyttevej 12-14 | lat=56.5450 | long=9.0277 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Big cultural centre in the southern parts of town. Theatre, swimming pools, cinema, cafés, concerts, talks, restaurant, meeting facilities. A contemporary take on the traditional village hall. }} * {{do | name=Bowl'n Fun | alt= | url=https://bowlnfun.dk/?centerchoice=613 | email= | address= | lat=56.5455 | long=9.0312 | directions=across from the cultural centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Bowling centre and various entertainment. Eatery with burgers and buffet food. }} * {{do | name=Skive Trav | alt= | url=https://www.skive-trav.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5315 | long=9.0337 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Horse racing. On-site restaurant (buffet kr 249), and two eateries. }} === Festivals and events === * {{do | name=Skive Festival | alt= | url=https://www.skivefestival.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5770 | long=9.0506 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Three-day music festival in early June. }} * {{do | name=Kunstdage ved Limfjorden | alt= | url=https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/kunstdage | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=10:00-17:00 every day of the festival | price=Free | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content='Art Days at the Limfjord' is an annual art festival across the region around Skive. Local artists open their workshops and talks about their work and art. Download the festival app and find out more about the local artists of this region. 14th to 17 May (2026) in the 'Feast of Ascension' holiday (''Kristi Himmelfartsferien'' in Danish). }} === Beaches === * {{do | name=Strandtangen | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5775 | long=9.0511 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Sandy beach just north of the marina. Popular in the summer. }} * {{do | name=Resen Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5882 | long=9.0442 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Sandy beach stretch north of town. Beautiful nature. }} * {{do | name=Marienlyst Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5975 | long=9.0436 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Long sandy beach at the Skive Fjord Camping site north of town. }} ===Hiking=== There are several interesting hiking trails in and around Skive. * {{do | name=Skive Å | alt=Ådalen | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=E69C2A2E-5E78-11EC-8334-062AD32497BD | email= | address= | lat=56.5604 | long=9.0249 | directions=start from the Central Station parking lot and walk south across the bridge | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Roundtrip around the small Karup Å river that flows through Skive. The trail should take 1 to 1½ hour, but can be cut short for a quicker hike. }} * {{do | name=Krabbesholm Skov | alt= | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=e69d22ee-5e78-11ec-833c-062ad32497bd | email= | address= | lat=56.5700 | long=9.0376 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=An urban forest stroll through an old deciduous woodland east and north of the harbour. Paths criss-cross the forest patch. There are no markers, so you just pick your own route as you walk. }} ;Out of town [[File:Flyndersø set mod N fra Snævringen.jpg|thumb|From Flyndersø lake]] * {{do | name=Naturpark Flyndersø | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5185 | long=8.9555 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beautiful trail through Nature Park Flyndersø southeast of Skive, one of 15 national nature parks in Denmark. Flyndersø lake is surrounded by heathlands, bogs, and forests and presents amazing views in late spring and summer. Start off from the visitor center Flyndersø Mølle and follow the trails. The entire lake is a 30-km hike with several obstacles, but there are much shorter and easier routes as well, which you can both bike and walk. There is a camp site ([https://skiveflyndersocamping.com/ Skive Flyndersø Camping]) just north of the visitor centre, if you want to stay overnight in the area. }} * {{do | name=Skive Plantage to Flyndersø | alt= | url=https://udinaturen.dk/rute/vandrerute/?routeid=7e13250e-5d90-11ec-87bf-062ad32497bd | email= | address= | lat=56.5349 | long=9.0219 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=You can hike all the way from Skive to Flyndersø Mølle visitor centre by following this route. It is marked by green arrows, but the trail can be very muddy during and after rain. }} ==Buy== * {{buy | name=Søndercentret | alt= | url=https://sondercentret.com/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5658 | long=9.0322 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Central shopping centre with eateries. You can also find an ATM here and a photobooth. Huge car park with charging and gas stations. Main entrance on the east side at the Karup Å river. }} * {{buy | name=Lidl | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5627 | long=9.0302 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Supermarket with car park and charging stations. }} * {{buy | name=føtex | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5625 | long=9.0268 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Supermarket with car park and charging stations. }} * {{buy | name=Skive Boglade | alt=Bog & Idé | url= | email= | address=Nørregade 30 | lat=56.5685 | long=9.0274 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Book store and office supplies. }} * {{buy | name=Læsehesten | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Laesehestenskive | email= | address=Nørregade 36A | lat=56.5691 | long=9.0280 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Book store. Also magazines, film, computer games, music, board games. Used and new. }} * {{buy | name=Jagt & Fiskeri Skive | alt= | url=https://jfskive.dk/ | email= | address=Katkjærvej 1 | lat=56.5685 | long=8.9996 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 09:30-17:00, Sa 09:30-13:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-07 | content=Gear, clothes, and accessories for hunting, fishing, and outdoor life. This is also where you buy a fishing licence, which is obligatory for leisure fishing in Denmark. }} ==Eat== * {{eat | name=Restaurant Jiang Nan | alt= | url=https://jiangnan.dk/ | email= | address=Viborgvej 4 | lat=56.5631 | long=9.0382 | directions= | phone=+45 97 58 58 88 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-03 | content=Chinese restaurant. Also sushi. }} * {{eat | name=Viet Kitchen | alt= | url=https://vietkitchenskive.dk | email=info@vietkitchenskive.dk | address=Adelgade 14B St | lat=56.5663 | long=9.0262 | directions= | phone=+45 61 46 92 99 | tollfree= | hours=Tu W 11:30-21:00, Th-Sa 11:30-21:30, Su 16:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Vietnamese-style restaurant open for lunch and evening meals. }} * {{eat | name=Den Gyldne Okse | alt= | url=https://www.gyldneokseskive.dk/skive | email= | address=Ågade 2 | lat=56.5653 | long=9.0322 | directions=in the Søndercentret shopping centre | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Steakhouse in the town centre. }} * {{eat | name=Bryggeriet Skive | alt= | url=https://bryggerietskive.dk | email= | address=Østergade 1 | lat=56.5672 | long=9.0275 | directions= | phone=+45 97 52 52 50 | tollfree= | hours=M-Sa from 11:00, Su 12:00-21:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Lunch is served 11:00-16:30 and evening dinners from 17:00. Assorted drinks, including local Hancock beer on tap. Typical Danish fare with some international inspirations like burgers and pasta. Try some Danish smørrebrød for lunch or a Wienerschnitzel in the evening. }} * {{eat | name=Café Helmuth | alt= | url=https://cafehelmuth.dk/ | email=info@cafehelmuth.dk | address=Posthustorvet 1 | lat=56.5652 | long=9.0264 | directions= | phone=+45 97 51 00 60 | tollfree= | hours=Su-Th 10:30-21:00, F Sa 10:30-23:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Nice mix between a café and a restaurant, right at the central town square Poshustorvet. Brunch, Lunch, and assorted food throughout the day. If you want to try traditional Danish food, order the large ''Æggekage'' omelet, ''Stjerneskud'', ''Pariserbøf'', or ''smørrebrød'', but you can also get a range of other food like burgers, pasta or sandwhiches. Book a table in advance on-line. Take-away option, so you can stack up here for your picnic plans. }} === Bakeries and cafés === * {{eat | name=Det Varme Brød | alt= | url=https://www.facebook.com/Detvarmebrod/ | email= | address=Aage Nielsens Vej 2 | lat=56.5759 | long=9.0307 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su from 06:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=With a name meaning 'The Hot Bread' this bakery does indeed serve freshly baked delights. Regular Danish bakery with good quality, prices, and variety. This is a take-away shop and you can also buy cheese, jam, cold cuts and dairy. }} * {{eat | name=Lagkagehuset Skive | alt= | url=https://lagkagehuset.dk/store/781-skive | email= | address=Søndre Boulevard 7 | lat=56.5638 | long=9.0301 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=High-end bakery of the popular Lagkagehuset bakery café chain. Click and collect option. Perfect for some breakfast or brunch. }} * {{eat | name=Kaffemøllen | alt= | url=https://www.kaffemøllenskive.com/ | email= | address=Fredriksgade 2B | lat=56.5674 | long=9.0266 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=M-F 10:00-17:00, Sa 10:00-14:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Bakery and café. Great cakes, bread, and sandwiches, including gluten free. Breakfast option and hot meal of the day (vegetarian) for lunch (12:30-15:30). }} * {{eat | name=Chokolet | alt= | url=https://chokolet.dk/ | email= | address=Nørregade 2B | lat=56.5676 | long=9.0270 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Café and chocolaterie with some incredible handmade chocolate treats. Good coffee and of course hot chocolate. Also bread, cakes, and softice with wafles or pancakes. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Hancock Breweries | alt= | url=https://www.hancock.dk/ | email= | address=Humlevej 32 | lat=56.5834 | long=9.0296 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Visit the famous local brewery on Wednesdays for a free guided tour, except in July and December. You can join in at 09:30-12:00 or in the evening 19:30-22:00. Private tours outside the schedule can be arranged if you are 15-30 people. You can also try the Hancock brews around Skives bars and pubs. }} * {{drink | name=Havnens Vinotek | alt= | url=https://www.havnensvinotek.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.5709 | long=9.0513 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Winebar (and wineshop) near the harbour }} * {{drink | name=John Bull Pub | alt= | url= | email= | address=Thinggade 13A | lat=56.5657 | long=9.0287 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th-Sa from 19:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content= }} * {{drink | name=Potten | alt= | url=https://www.potten.dk/ | email= | address=Torvestræde 2, | lat=56.5668 | long=9.0275 | directions=just around the corner from the town hall | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every day from 10:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beer and wine bar with some special brews on tap. Sometimes live music. Smoking allowed. }} * {{drink | name=Zwei Grosse Bier Bar | alt= | url=https://zweigrosse.dk/skive | email= | address=Nordbanevej 23 | lat=56.5683 | long=9.0333 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Th from 21:00, F Sa from 22:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beer bar geared for partying. Mostly young people. }} ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Strandtangen | alt= | url=http://www.strandtangen.dk | email= | address=Strandvejen 28 | lat=56.574200 | long=9.051900 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | image=Hotel Strandtangen (1).jpg | wikidata=Q12317322 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Hotel at the marina. Excellent on-site restaurant Ballast serving lunch and evening dinners. }} * {{sleep | name=Motel Skive | alt= | url=https://motelskive.dk/ | email= | address=Skyttevej 13C | lat=56.5441 | long=9.0288 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Skivehus | alt= | url=https://skivehus.dk | email= | address=Sdr. Boulevard 1 | lat=56.564600 | long=9.031100 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata=Q12313480 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Breakfast and brunch option. }} === Out of town === * {{sleep | name=Højslev Kro | alt= | url=https://hoejslev-kro.dk/ | email= | address=Viborgvej 220, 7840 Højslev | lat=56.5501 | long=9.1101 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=For a luxurious stay, book a room at this historic place southeast of town. The house and stay is an experience in itself and you can choose to combine it with excellent food and dinners. }} * {{sleep | name=Skive Fjord Camping | alt= | url=https://www.skivefjordcamping.dk/ | email= | address=Marienlyst Strand 15 | lat=56.5982 | long=9.0382 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Camp site north of town with easy access to the Marienlyst Beach. }} ==Connect== As in the rest of Denmark, hotels and camping sites offers free Wi-Fi for their guests. == Stay healthy == There are several pharmacies in Skive, but they all seems to be closed on Sundays. * {{buy | name=Svane Apoteket | alt= | url=https://skivesvane.apotekeren.dk/ | email= | address=Sdr. Boulevard 7 | lat=56.5636 | long=9.0299 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Closed Sundays | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Pharmacy (''Apotek'' in Danish). }} In case of emergency, call +45 70 11 31 31. The regional hospital in Skive serves the entire Skive region, and this is also where you will find the accident and emergency center: * {{listing | name=Akutklinik Regionshospitalet Skive | alt= | url=https://www.hospitalsenhedmidt.dk/afdelinger-og-steder/regionshospitalet-skive/akutklinik | email= | address= Kompagnigade 9C | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours=M-F 16:00-22:00, Sa Su 08:00-22:00 | price= | content=Emergency clinic at the regional hospital in Skive. }} Always call in advance! And have your ID and health insurance cards ready upon arrival. In a rare and extreme life and death situation, in Denmark, you call 112. ==Go next== Skive is the gateway to the rural '''Salling peninsula''', the small '''Nordfjends peninsula''', and the islands of '''Mors''' and '''Fur'''. As part of that, Skive is an important stop on the interregional road Primary Route 26; the quickest route to [[Thisted]], [[Hanstholm]], and the whole region of Thy in [[North Jutland]]. === Salling and Nordfjends === Salling is the large peninsula north and west of Skive. * {{see | name=Jenle | alt=Aakjærs Kunstnerhjem Jenle | url=https://jenle.dk/ | email= | address= | lat=56.665711 | long=9.086353 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=6 June - 31 August: 11:00-17:00; 1-13 September: 11:00-16:00 | price=kr 50 or kr 100 for a guided tour (free for children) | wikidata=Q1686892 | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Former home and now museum to the treasured Danish poet and writer Jeppe Aakjær, open for guided tours in the summer. Events are held regularly (check the homepage), and every year Aakjær's birthday is celebrated on the 10th of september. Take a stroll around the surrounding woodland and beach meadows, find specific routes on the homepage, which includes an audio guide (in Danish). }} * {{see | name=Thise Dairy | alt= | url=http://www.thise.eu/ | email= | address= | lat=56.704500 | long=9.127400 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 75 (free for kids younger than 12) | wikidata=Q12339185 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Big and well-renowned organic coop dairy in the small village of Thise in the northeast of Salling. Thise dairy have been a forerunner in the organic farming industry in Denmark since its conception in 1988 and continues to innovate and develop this business and concept. Their high-end products are widely available all over Denmark, but at their on-site dairy shop you can have a peek at their broad range of products. Join a guided tour every Thursday in week 27-31. }} * {{drink | name=Brænderiet Limfjorden | alt= | url=https://braenderiet.dk/ | email=braenderiet@mail.dk | address=Sundsørevej 4, 7870 Roslev | lat=56.7081 | long=9.1734 | directions=a little further up the road from Thise Dairy | phone=+45 40 94 00 00 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Interesting small destillery in the town of Sundsøre. Join a guided tour or try their special brews and liquors in the bar. You can also eat at the restaurant and stay overnight in a cabin. }} * {{eat | name=Limfjordens Hus | alt= | url=https://limfjordenshus.dk/ | email=info@limfjordenshus.dk | address=Odden 17, 7870 Glyngøre | lat=56.7637 | long=8.8630 | directions= | phone=+45 97 73 10 01 | tollfree= | hours=Every day | price= | lastedit=2026-07-29 | content=Excellent restaurant in the old fishing village of Glyngøre. Lots of seafood, but not exclusively. Open for lunch and evening dinners. Outdoor lunch buffet on Mondays and Sundays. Book a seat on-line. }} [[File:Spøttrup Middelalderborg.jpg|thumb|Spøttrup Borg medieval fortress]] ;Spøttrup Sø Beautiful lake area west of Skive. * {{see | name=Spøttrup Borg | alt= | url=https://www.spottrupborg.dk/ | email= | address=Borgen 6A, 7860 Spøttrup | lat=56.6382 | long=8.7867 | directions=at Spøttrup Sø | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 95 (free for children under 18) | wikidata=Q643731 | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Medieval fortress. Open for visits from late March to late October, see the website for details. The guided tour takes about an hour. }} * {{do | name=Vadum Strand | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.6440 | long=8.7609 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Beach just west of the lake, where it drains into the Limfjord }} === Nordfjends === Nordfjends is the smaller peninsula northeast of Skive. * {{see | name=Bruddal Høje | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=56.5841 | long=9.1570 | directions=go east from Skive by Viborgvej, and then north by Hobrovej | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-07-28 | content=Three Bronze Age barrows. The area is protected, but freely accessible to visitors. The view from the top is magnificent. }} * {{do | name=Lundø | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2026-08-08 | content=Experience the nature around the small Lundø peninsula. Visit the {{marker |type=see |lat=56.62345 |long=9.15776 |url= |name=Lundø Tårnet}} tower for local information, {{marker |type=do |lat=56.6228 |long=9.1369 |url=https://skive.dk/media/mrwpurta/lundoe_folder_web.pdf |name=hike}} the beach meadows and stony reefs, stay overnight at {{marker |type=sleep |lat=56.6378 |long=9.14879 |url=https://lundocamping.dk/ |name=Lundø Strand Camping}} or one of the primitive shelters in the area, and dine at {{marker |type=eat |lat=56.6235 |long=9.14625 |url=https://www.oehaven.com/ |name=Restaurant Øhaven}} in Lundø village. Lundø is a notable bird site with shallow beaches and good water quality. It is most interesting at low tide when the reefs are exposed, and if in luck, you can find amber here or spot seals. Enjoy the resting seals, but keep a good distance! The beaches are sometimes popular with coast-fishers looking for trout at some spots, and in the summer, holidaymakers and windsurfers flocks here. There are several parking lots in the area and a public toilet at the northern spit. }} === Mors and Fur === Mors is a large island northwest of Salling and Fur is a smaller island north of Salling, both in the Limfjord. Fur and Mors have been a geological hotspot for many years, with important fossil sites from the Eocene specifically (33-55 million years ago), when this part of the world was a subtropical ocean with sea turtles and sea snakes. In 2026, both islands became listed by UNESCO as a natural [[world heritage site]] named ''The Bony Fish Fossils of the Western Limfjord – Evolution and Climate Adaptation in the Earliest Eocene''. ==== Fur ==== [[File:Mjølner-Fur 2024 a.jpg|thumb|One of the two Fursund ferries]] There is no bridge to Fur, so you will have to take the ferry or sail your own leisure boat. * {{go | name=Fursund Færgen | alt= | url=https://furfaerge.dk/ | email= | address=Fur Landevej 130, Roslev | lat=56.800162 | long=9.025831 | directions=go to the docking site and present yourself to the surveillance cameras if no one is coming | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Every 15 minute | price=Free for people and bicycles. kr 120 for a car. kr 60 for a motorbike | lastedit=2026-08-01 | content=The Fursund ferry leaves every fifteen minutes from the small village of Branden for a total number of 72 crossings day and night! It is not possible to book a ticket in advance, so stand in line and wait for your turn. Tickets are bought on board, but take note that you can only pay with card (Mastercard, Visa Card, Visa Electron Card and Dankort). }} * {{do | name=Fursund Touristinformation | alt= | url=https://www.destinationlimfjorden.dk/limfjorden/oplevelser/fur | email= | address=Stenøre 10, Fur | lat=56.804851 | long=9.020907 | directions=a short walk from the Fur harbour | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Jul Aug: daily from 10:00 | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Official tourist information office for the island of Fur. Also helpful with information on tourist-related stuff for Salling. Check their website for details and more useful information. }} [[File:Cliffs on Fur - panoramio - Frans-Banja Mulder.jpg|thumb|Fur]] * {{sleep | name=Fur Camping | alt= | url=https://furcamping.dk/ | email= | address=Råkildevej 6, Fur | lat=56.833706 | long=8.977301 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Not just a campsite, this place also does cabins, [[Camping#Glamping|glamping]], and [[Bed and breakfasts|bed & breakfast]]. On-site eatery and kiosk, please pre-order. Fur Camping is GreenStay and EU Ecolabel certified. Several marked hiking trails starts off from this spot. }} * {{see | name=Fur Museum | alt= | url=https://www.furmuseum.dk/ | email= | address=Nederby 28, Fur | lat=56.816548 | long=9.021602 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Su 10:00-16:00 | price=kr 80 (free for children) | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Experience some of the important fossils found on Fur and learn about not just the deep history of this island, but the ancient Earth and former climate changes. The museum is open from late March to mid October. Sometimes special tours and events, check the website. }} * {{drink | name=Fur Bryghus | alt= | url=https://www.furbryghus.dk/ | email=reservation@furbryghus.dk | address=Knudevej 3, Fur | lat=56.831638 | long=8.963455 | directions= | phone=+45 97 59 30 60 | tollfree= | hours=From 11:30 | price= | lastedit=2026-07-30 | content=Celebrated craft brewery. The on-site restaurant offers good solid lunch made with local ingredients, book a table before arrival. Sometimes live music. Check the website for specific opening days and hours, but this place is open every day in July and August. }} ==== Mors ==== Mors, occasionally referred to as ''Morsø'', is a farmer's island with an important traffic connection to the western parts of [[North Jutland]]; the region also known as Thy. The main town is Nykøbing Mors, and this is also where you will find the official tourist office for the island. [[File:Sallingsundbroen.jpg|thumb|Sallingsundbroen, the bridge connecting Salling and Mors.]] * {{do | name=Morsø Tourist Office | alt=Visit Mors | url=https://www.visitmors.com/mors/info-about-mors/morso-tourist-office | email=mt@visitmors.dk | address=Vestergade 10, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.794449 | long=8.855224 | directions= | phone=+45 97 72 04 88 | tollfree= | hours=Check the website for opening hours | price= | lastedit=2026-08-04 | content=Official tourist office for the island of Mors (aka Morsø). In addition to tourist information on the island and the region, you can also rent holiday homes, bicycles, and canoes here, as well as all-inclusive hiking or biking tours. It's a bit of everything. }} * {{do | name=Jesperhus | alt=Jesperhus Blomsterpark | url=https://www.jesperhus.dk/ | email= | address=Legindvej 30, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.764500 | long=8.815785 | directions=just across Sallingsundbroen Bridge from the Salling peninsula | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Big family-oriented holiday center with three entertainment parks, including a water park. Stay in a hut, a van, or camp with your own tent. You can also buy a day pass to the entertainment parks, check prices and hours on the website. }} * {{see | name=Fossil and Mo-clay Museum | alt= | url=https://museummors.dk/en/museums-and-archive/fossil-and-mo-clay-museum/ | email= | address=Skarrehagevej 8, Nykøbing Mors | lat=56.942862 | long=8.874869 | directions=North of the village of Sejerslev | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Opening hours depends on the season (18 May - 30 August: daily 10:00-16:00) | price=kr 90 | lastedit=2026-08-05 | content=Experience interesting local fossil finds from the Eocene, and engage in on-site excavations yourself. }} ;Hiking There are plenty of opportunities for good nature hiking on Mors. * {{do | name=Legind Bjerge og Højris | alt=Legind Hills and Højris | url=https://mors.dk/media/bjzcqovd/vandreture-i-legind-bjerge-paa-mors.pdf | email= | address= | lat=56.762543 | long=8.82892 | directions=Go to Jesperhus | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=Free | lastedit=2026-08-09 | content=Many opportunities for short or extended 1-day nature hikes in an undulating landscape of forest, open land, and coastal terrain, just south of Nykøbing Mors. Start your tour from a parking area near Jesperhus and pick your route from there. For an extended hike, visit the Medieval {{marker |type=see |name=Højriis Castle |lat=56.7380 |long=8.80538 |url=https://hojriis.dk/}} further south. }} * {{do | name=The Coastal Route | alt=Kystruten Mors Rundt | url=https://www.visitmors.com/mors/plan-your-trip/hiking-holiday-around-mors-in-7-days-gdk1135634 | email= | address=Vestergade 10, Nykøbing Mors | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=kr 4395 per person | content=Visit Mors, the official local tourist bureau for Mors, sells an all-inclusive hiking package for a 7-day roundtrip of the island. The package include overnight stays in doublebedrooms at local hosts, breakfasts, evening dinners, and make-your-own-lunch, as well as a book about the route. There are two shorter 4-day hikes available as well. }} <!-- === Further afield ===--> {{usablecity}} {{isPartOf|West Jutland}} {{geo|56.5652|9.0299}} jjqd6nrj30zf8d5mevm5gs44ro2dztj 3 219371 5328667 5320850 2026-08-15T07:17:23Z ~2026-44748-07 2437587 /* No touting */ 5328667 wikitext text/x-wiki sikişsexamgötmama 0h4a12a450ti6a3naa7ib3b6729ov8f 5328676 5328667 2026-08-15T07:25:20Z ~2026-44748-07 2437587 5328676 wikitext text/x-wiki # Blic Taxi **Blic Taxi** is an experimental taxi application that emerged in Montenegro in 2026, whose primary purpose is to **copy MonteGO.app as closely as possible**. The platform was developed according to the principle of “we should make the same thing” after seeing MonteGO’s features. Its original features have yet to be discovered by scientists. ## Driver Network Blic Taxi’s most innovative feature is the concept of **operating a taxi app without drivers**. When a passenger requests a ride, the system works as follows: 1. 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However, since competing first requires having a taxi to send to the passenger, the matter remains under discussion in academic circles. ## See Also * MonteGO.app * Ctrl+C * Ctrl+V * “No drivers available nearby” * Uninstall the app 77jonp5ixxwdz0lh7a5czm0xoroa592 5328677 5328676 2026-08-15T07:26:40Z Ikan Kekek 36420 Reverted edits by [[Special:Contributions/~2026-44748-07|~2026-44748-07]] ([[User talk:~2026-44748-07|talk]]) to last version by [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] 5320850 wikitext text/x-wiki == No touting == Hello, BlicTaxi.App! Thank you for contributing to Wikivoyage, but please note that one or more of your recent edits has been reverted as it appeared to be an attempt to use this site to advertise or promote a business or service. Wikivoyage is created by travellers ''for'' travellers, and while [[WV:Welcome, business owners|business owners and employees]] are welcome to contribute, use of this site for promotional purposes is not allowed. If you feel that your edits were incorrectly identified as promotional, '''please read Wikivoyage's [[WV:Don't tout|guidelines on identifying promotional edits]]'''. If, after reading that guideline, you ''still'' feel your edits were incorrectly removed, please use this [[WV:Using talk pages|talk page]] or the talk page of the article where your edit was removed to explain why your change was not promotional. Note that it is very important that you discuss your proposed change '''before''' re-adding it since repeated promotional edits can lead to a temporary block of your account's ability to edit Wikivoyage, and in serious cases the business in question may be blacklisted from Wikivoyage. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 16:07, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi Ikan Kekek, thank you for the explanation, and apologies — I understand how the edit came across. As my username makes obvious, I'm affiliated with Blic Taxi, and I've now read Don't tout and Welcome, business owners. I won't re-add anything myself. Instead, I'll propose a short, factual sentence on the article's talk page and leave it entirely to editors to judge whether it improves the article. Thanks for the pointers. [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] ([[User talk:BlicTaxi.App|talk]]) 16:13, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ::'''Taxi apps in "Get around"''' — Montenegro has no Uber or Bolt, which surprises many travellers, and the current section doesn't mention that ride-hailing-style apps exist. Would a sentence like this be appropriate? "There is no Uber or Bolt in Montenegro; local taxi apps such as Blic Taxi and MonteGO offer the same functionality — licensed drivers, live tracking and set fares — in the main cities and at both airports." For transparency: I'm affiliated with Blic Taxi, which is why I'm proposing this here rather than editing the article directly. If editors feel a different wording (or no mention) is better, that's fine. ::Please let me know if this sentence is okay with the directive. many thanks and greetings from Montenegro! [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] ([[User talk:BlicTaxi.App|talk]]) 16:14, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ly2dc57oguqpy0vbsiwpyctbir6n984 5328679 5328677 2026-08-15T07:30:33Z ~2026-44748-07 2437587 5328679 wikitext text/x-wiki Blic Taxi is an experimental taxi application that emerged in Montenegro in 2026, whose primary purpose is to copy MonteGO.app as closely as possible. The platform was developed according to the principle of “we should make the same thing” after seeing MonteGO’s features. Its original features have yet to be discovered by scientists. Driver Network Blic Taxi’s most innovative feature is the concept of **operating a taxi app without drivers**. When a passenger requests a ride, the system works as follows: 1. The passenger opens the app. 2. Requests a taxi. 3. Waits. 4. Waits a little longer. 5. Opens MonteGO. The company does not officially call this system “organic waiting technology,” because this entire text is already a joke. MonteGO Technology Blic Taxi’s development team is rumored to follow this product development methodology: Open MonteGO → Look → Copy → Change it a little → Publish It is also claimed that the technology most frequently used by the app’s R&D department is the “screenshot.” Market Position Blic Taxi is said to compete with MonteGO.app. However, since competing first requires having a taxi to send to the passenger, the matter remains under discussion in academic circles. See Also * MonteGO.app = Best Montenegro Taxi Transfer App * Ctrl+C * Ctrl+V * “No drivers available nearby” * Uninstall the app 3u9vcq3ak8xyd4nikg9ar81zxm34xnw 5328682 5328679 2026-08-15T07:32:34Z Ikan Kekek 36420 Reverted edits by [[Special:Contributions/~2026-44748-07|~2026-44748-07]] ([[User talk:~2026-44748-07|talk]]) to last version by [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] 5320850 wikitext text/x-wiki == No touting == Hello, BlicTaxi.App! Thank you for contributing to Wikivoyage, but please note that one or more of your recent edits has been reverted as it appeared to be an attempt to use this site to advertise or promote a business or service. Wikivoyage is created by travellers ''for'' travellers, and while [[WV:Welcome, business owners|business owners and employees]] are welcome to contribute, use of this site for promotional purposes is not allowed. If you feel that your edits were incorrectly identified as promotional, '''please read Wikivoyage's [[WV:Don't tout|guidelines on identifying promotional edits]]'''. If, after reading that guideline, you ''still'' feel your edits were incorrectly removed, please use this [[WV:Using talk pages|talk page]] or the talk page of the article where your edit was removed to explain why your change was not promotional. Note that it is very important that you discuss your proposed change '''before''' re-adding it since repeated promotional edits can lead to a temporary block of your account's ability to edit Wikivoyage, and in serious cases the business in question may be blacklisted from Wikivoyage. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 16:07, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi Ikan Kekek, thank you for the explanation, and apologies — I understand how the edit came across. As my username makes obvious, I'm affiliated with Blic Taxi, and I've now read Don't tout and Welcome, business owners. I won't re-add anything myself. Instead, I'll propose a short, factual sentence on the article's talk page and leave it entirely to editors to judge whether it improves the article. Thanks for the pointers. [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] ([[User talk:BlicTaxi.App|talk]]) 16:13, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ::'''Taxi apps in "Get around"''' — Montenegro has no Uber or Bolt, which surprises many travellers, and the current section doesn't mention that ride-hailing-style apps exist. Would a sentence like this be appropriate? "There is no Uber or Bolt in Montenegro; local taxi apps such as Blic Taxi and MonteGO offer the same functionality — licensed drivers, live tracking and set fares — in the main cities and at both airports." For transparency: I'm affiliated with Blic Taxi, which is why I'm proposing this here rather than editing the article directly. If editors feel a different wording (or no mention) is better, that's fine. ::Please let me know if this sentence is okay with the directive. many thanks and greetings from Montenegro! [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] ([[User talk:BlicTaxi.App|talk]]) 16:14, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ly2dc57oguqpy0vbsiwpyctbir6n984 5328683 5328682 2026-08-15T07:33:32Z Ikan Kekek 36420 /* No touting */ Reply 5328683 wikitext text/x-wiki == No touting == Hello, BlicTaxi.App! Thank you for contributing to Wikivoyage, but please note that one or more of your recent edits has been reverted as it appeared to be an attempt to use this site to advertise or promote a business or service. Wikivoyage is created by travellers ''for'' travellers, and while [[WV:Welcome, business owners|business owners and employees]] are welcome to contribute, use of this site for promotional purposes is not allowed. If you feel that your edits were incorrectly identified as promotional, '''please read Wikivoyage's [[WV:Don't tout|guidelines on identifying promotional edits]]'''. If, after reading that guideline, you ''still'' feel your edits were incorrectly removed, please use this [[WV:Using talk pages|talk page]] or the talk page of the article where your edit was removed to explain why your change was not promotional. Note that it is very important that you discuss your proposed change '''before''' re-adding it since repeated promotional edits can lead to a temporary block of your account's ability to edit Wikivoyage, and in serious cases the business in question may be blacklisted from Wikivoyage. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 16:07, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi Ikan Kekek, thank you for the explanation, and apologies — I understand how the edit came across. As my username makes obvious, I'm affiliated with Blic Taxi, and I've now read Don't tout and Welcome, business owners. I won't re-add anything myself. Instead, I'll propose a short, factual sentence on the article's talk page and leave it entirely to editors to judge whether it improves the article. Thanks for the pointers. [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] ([[User talk:BlicTaxi.App|talk]]) 16:13, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ::'''Taxi apps in "Get around"''' — Montenegro has no Uber or Bolt, which surprises many travellers, and the current section doesn't mention that ride-hailing-style apps exist. Would a sentence like this be appropriate? "There is no Uber or Bolt in Montenegro; local taxi apps such as Blic Taxi and MonteGO offer the same functionality — licensed drivers, live tracking and set fares — in the main cities and at both airports." For transparency: I'm affiliated with Blic Taxi, which is why I'm proposing this here rather than editing the article directly. If editors feel a different wording (or no mention) is better, that's fine. ::Please let me know if this sentence is okay with the directive. many thanks and greetings from Montenegro! [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] ([[User talk:BlicTaxi.App|talk]]) 16:14, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :::That seems OK to me. Please post this at [[Talk:Montenegro]] so that others can discuss it. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:33, 15 August 2026 (UTC) nzzd28ts8v3szj1jek214eckudnz1d2 5328707 5328683 2026-08-15T08:44:09Z ~2026-44692-16 2437602 /* No touting */ Reply 5328707 wikitext text/x-wiki == No touting == Hello, BlicTaxi.App! Thank you for contributing to Wikivoyage, but please note that one or more of your recent edits has been reverted as it appeared to be an attempt to use this site to advertise or promote a business or service. Wikivoyage is created by travellers ''for'' travellers, and while [[WV:Welcome, business owners|business owners and employees]] are welcome to contribute, use of this site for promotional purposes is not allowed. If you feel that your edits were incorrectly identified as promotional, '''please read Wikivoyage's [[WV:Don't tout|guidelines on identifying promotional edits]]'''. If, after reading that guideline, you ''still'' feel your edits were incorrectly removed, please use this [[WV:Using talk pages|talk page]] or the talk page of the article where your edit was removed to explain why your change was not promotional. Note that it is very important that you discuss your proposed change '''before''' re-adding it since repeated promotional edits can lead to a temporary block of your account's ability to edit Wikivoyage, and in serious cases the business in question may be blacklisted from Wikivoyage. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 16:07, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :Hi Ikan Kekek, thank you for the explanation, and apologies — I understand how the edit came across. As my username makes obvious, I'm affiliated with Blic Taxi, and I've now read Don't tout and Welcome, business owners. I won't re-add anything myself. Instead, I'll propose a short, factual sentence on the article's talk page and leave it entirely to editors to judge whether it improves the article. Thanks for the pointers. [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] ([[User talk:BlicTaxi.App|talk]]) 16:13, 1 August 2026 (UTC) ::'''Taxi apps in "Get around"''' — Montenegro has no Uber or Bolt, which surprises many travellers, and the current section doesn't mention that ride-hailing-style apps exist. Would a sentence like this be appropriate? "There is no Uber or Bolt in Montenegro; local taxi apps such as Blic Taxi and MonteGO offer the same functionality — licensed drivers, live tracking and set fares — in the main cities and at both airports." For transparency: I'm affiliated with Blic Taxi, which is why I'm proposing this here rather than editing the article directly. If editors feel a different wording (or no mention) is better, that's fine. ::Please let me know if this sentence is okay with the directive. many thanks and greetings from Montenegro! [[User:BlicTaxi.App|BlicTaxi.App]] ([[User talk:BlicTaxi.App|talk]]) 16:14, 1 August 2026 (UTC) :::That seems OK to me. Please post this at [[Talk:Montenegro]] so that others can discuss it. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:33, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::::Thank You, since u saw this morning comments from MonteGo owner, he is bit frustrated since we are competitors.. every competity is health competity Many thanks. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44692-16|&#126;2026-44692-16]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44692-16|talk]]) 08:44, 15 August 2026 (UTC) qvy31kdqlxwvicd1hz33jx9ggxidtr3 1 219581 5328633 5326032 2026-08-15T06:41:33Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Talk:Delhi/West Delhi]] to [[Talk:Delhi/West]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]] 5326032 wikitext text/x-wiki == Nonexistent listing == I found an old listing named "Azaad Hind Gram" here, but I could not find anything after searching on Bing Maps and Google Maps. I found a memorial dedicated to Dr. Sahib Singh Verma near Ghevra metro station, but there's no "tourist complex" in that area. So I'm archiving the listing here. * {{see | name=Azaad Hind Gram | alt= | url= | email= | address=NH 10, Block C, Tyagi Vihar, Ghevra | lat=28.68953 | long=76.97502 | directions=metro: {{station|Tikri Kalan|green}} | phone=+91 11 2835 3102 | tollfree= | hours=10AM&ndash;6PM daily | price= | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=A tourist complex dedicated to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, a leader in the Indian independence movement. }} '''[[User:Sbb1413|Sbb1413]]''' (he) ([[User talk:Sbb1413|talk]] • [[Special:Contributions/Sbb1413|contribs]]) 06:05, 10 August 2026 (UTC) c6bbry0uwnhtdl678tqytshhew5hz2a 2 219587 5328575 5326380 2026-08-15T01:12:15Z TOURISM LABO 2436532 5328575 wikitext text/x-wiki {{Pagebanner|WV banner LaboCN MtBagacay.jpg|caption=Labo}} '''Labo''' is a municipality in Camarines Norte, Philippines, known for its rich agricultural heritage, scenic mountains, waterfalls, and the Busig-on River. Its culture and natural resources are celebrated through local festivals, particularly the Busig-on Festival, reflecting the creativity, traditions, and warm hospitality of the Laboeños. == History == Labo, Camarines Norte, traces its roots to an early settlement traditionally known as '''Busog-on''', which flourished around its rivers and fertile lands. Local history tells of the community being led by '''Tarik-Kudook''', a local chieftain. The municipality's name, '''Labo''', is traditionally associated with a story from the Spanish period involving a missionary who asked about the name of the place. A local boatman reportedly answered, ''“Labo po ng tubig,”'' referring to the unclear or muddy river water. The name eventually became associated with the settlement. Labo was formally established as a municipality on '''September 8, 1800'''. Over the years, it developed as an agricultural and resource-rich community, benefiting from its extensive forests, rivers, fertile lands, and mineral deposits. Today, Labo is one of the largest municipalities in Camarines Norte, known for its '''rich natural resources, majestic mountains, rivers, waterfalls, agricultural landscapes, and vibrant cultural traditions'''. Its history reflects the enduring connection between its people, land, water, and community—heritage that continues to shape Labo's identity and future. '''From Busog-on to Labo—rooted in history, blessed by nature, and united by community.''' == Barangays == * Anahaw * Anameam * Awitan * Baay * Bagacay * Bagong Silang I * Bagong Silang II * Bagong Silang III * Bakiad * Bautista * Bayabas * Bayan-bayan * Benit * Bulhao * Cabatuhan * Cabusay * Calabasa * Canapawan * Daguit * Dalas * Dumagmang * Exciban * Fundado * Gumamela * Guinacutan * Guisican * Iberica * Kalamunding * Lugui * Mabilo I * Mabilo II * Macogon * Mahawan-hawan * Malangcao-basud * Malasugui * Malatap * Malibago * Maot * Masalong * Matanlang * Napaod * Pag-Asa * Pangpang * Pinya * San Antonio * San Francisco * Santa Cruz * Submakin * Talobatib * Tigbinan * Tulay na Lupa == Geography == {{mapframe|14.1555|122.8309|zoom=10}} The Municipality of '''Labo''' is geographically situated near the center of Camarines Norte, making it an important gateway connecting various municipalities and neighboring provinces in the Bicol Region. It is bounded by the municipalities of '''Paracale, Jose Panganiban, and Capalonga''' to the north; the provinces of '''Quezon and Camarines Sur''' to the south; '''Vinzons and San Vicente''' to the east; and '''Santa Elena''' to the west. The municipality is strategically connected by the '''Maharlika Highway''', providing convenient access to other municipalities, cities, and provinces across the Bicol Region and CALABARZON. Labo is approximately '''16 kilometers from Daet''', the provincial capital, and about '''326 kilometers from Manila'''. With an aggregate land area of approximately '''648.84 square kilometers''', Labo accounts for more than one-fourth of the total land area of Camarines Norte. The municipality is composed of '''52 barangays''', five of which are classified as urban barangays—'''Dalas, Gumamela, Kalamunding, Pinya, and Tulay na Lupa'''—while the remaining 47 are classified as rural barangays. == A Landscape Shaped by Mountains == Labo's landscape is characterized by rugged terrain, rolling hills, valleys, and mountainous areas, creating a distinctive natural setting for outdoor recreation, ecotourism, and adventure. The municipality is home to several prominent mountains forming part of the '''Southern Cordillera''', including: * '''Mount Labo''' – 1,544 meters above sea level * '''Mount Bagacay''' – 786 meters above sea level * '''Mount Cadig''' – 736 meters above sea level Standing at '''1,544 meters above sea level, Mount Labo is the highest peak in Camarines Norte'''. It is also a significant geographic landmark where the boundaries of '''Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, and Quezon''' converge. '''Mount Bagacay''' serves as a natural boundary between Labo and Paracale and helps shield the municipality from strong winds coming from the north, particularly during typhoons. Together with '''Mount Labo and Mount Cadig''', it forms part of the municipality's prominent volcanic landscape. == Rich in Natural Resources == Beyond its mountains and forests, Labo is also known for its mineral resources. Like neighboring municipalities such as Jose Panganiban and Paracale, the mountainous areas of Labo contain '''gold-bearing mineral deposits''', reflecting the area's long association with the mineral-rich geology of Camarines Norte. The municipality's combination of mountains, rivers, forests, waterfalls, agricultural landscapes, and diverse natural resources provides a strong foundation for '''nature-based tourism, adventure, cultural experiences, and sustainable community tourism'''. '''Waterfalls''' # TURAY-OG FALLS - Brgy. Fundado # MALIGAYA FALLS - Brgy. Submakin # PAG-IBIG FALLS - Brgy. Anameam # PABUNGBUNGAN FALLS - Brgy. Tigbinan # BINUANG FALLS - Brgy. Daguit # PALANAS FALLS - Brgy. Pag-asa # SAGOBSOB FALLS - Brgy. Cabatuhan # MALATAP FALLS - Brgy. Malatap # BUROK BUSOK FALLS - Brgy. Bagong Silang III # MARORONGIN FALLS - Brgy. Lugui # DAPDAP FALLS - Brgy. Lugui # MUNDOY FALLS - Brgy. Lugui # CULIAT TWIN FALLS - Brgy. Malatap # BUNG-AW FALLS - Brgy. Tulay na Lupa # CABUSAY  FALLS - Brgy. Cabusay # KATULIN FALLS - Brgy. Tigbinan # TIGBINAN FALLS - Brgy. Tigbinan # HAYAHAY FALLS - Brgy. Fundado == Labo: Nature at the Heart of Camarines Norte == From its towering mountains and lush landscapes to its rural communities and natural resources, Labo offers visitors an opportunity to experience the '''natural character of Camarines Norte'''. '''Labo is more than a place to pass through—it is a destination where nature, culture, community, and adventure come together.''' '''Tara! Visit Labo!''' == Festivals == # '''BUSIG-ON FESTIVAL''' (Labo, Camarines Norte’s annual celebration of its rich culture, abundant natural resources, agriculture, and vibrant community spirit. Inspired by the Busig-on River, the festival features colorful street dancing, cultural performances, local products, and various activities that showcase the pride and heritage of Laboeños.) # '''Gabihan Festival''' (week-long celebration held in '''Barangay Malangcao-Basud, Labo, Camarines Norte''', culminating on the '''first Sunday of August'''. It celebrates the community’s culture, traditions, and local spirit through various festivities and activities.) # '''Gata Festival''' (annual celebration in '''Barangay Masalong, Labo, Camarines Norte''', held every '''August 16'''. The festival highlights the community’s local culture, traditions, and the importance of '''gata (coconut milk)''' as a valued local product and ingredient.) # '''Niogan Festival''' (held every '''May 30''' in '''Barangay Mabilo II, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It celebrates the community’s local culture, traditions, and the importance of '''niyog (coconut)''' as one of the area’s valued agricultural products.) # '''Kalabaw Festival''' (held every '''April 20''' in '''Barangay Bulhao, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It honors the '''carabao (kalabaw)''' and recognizes its important role in farming, livelihood, and the agricultural heritage of the local community.) # '''Tabagwang Festival''' (held from '''May 20–25''' in '''Barangay Fundado, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It showcases the community’s culture, traditions, local livelihood, and strong spirit of unity through various festive activities.) # '''Sampaguita Festival''' (held from '''June 20–26''' in '''Barangay Malasugui, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the beauty and significance of the '''sampaguita''', while celebrating the community’s culture, traditions, and spirit of unity.) # '''Gulayan Festival''' (held from '''August 10–15''' in '''Barangay Bakiad, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It celebrates the community’s agricultural heritage, highlighting the importance of '''vegetable farming, local produce, and sustainable livelihood''' while promoting unity and local pride.) # '''Buro-Buro Festival''' (held from '''August 1–8''' in '''Barangay Tulay na Lupa, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It showcases the community’s local culture, traditions, livelihood, and spirit of unity through various festive activities and celebrations.) # '''Katigbi Festival''' (held every '''May 25''' in '''Barangay Tigbinan, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It showcases the community’s local culture, traditions, livelihood, and strong spirit of unity through festive activities and celebrations.) # '''Tampisawan Festival''' (held from '''November 6–12''' in '''Barangay Bagong Silang I, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the community’s culture, traditions, local livelihood, and vibrant spirit of unity through various festive activities and celebrations.) # '''Citronela Festival''' (held from '''August 4–11''' in '''Barangay Canapawan, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the community’s local culture and traditions while celebrating '''citronella''', a valued plant known for its useful and aromatic properties.) # '''Minatamis Festival''' (held every '''May 13''' in '''Barangay Dalas, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the community’s local culture, traditions, and culinary heritage, featuring '''minatamis (sweetened local delicacies)''' as a symbol of the area’s creativity and local flavors.) # '''Cacao Festival''' (held from '''June 1–6''' in '''Barangay San Antonio, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the community’s cacao production, local products, agricultural heritage, and the important role of cacao in the livelihood and identity of the community.) # '''Buwigan Festival''' (held from '''April 22–28''' in '''Barangay Mahawan-hawan, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It showcases the community’s culture, traditions, local livelihood, and spirit of unity through various festive activities and celebrations.) # '''Abaca Festival''' (held during the '''third week of October''' in '''Barangay Guisican, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the importance of '''abaca''' as a local agricultural product and livelihood, while showcasing the community’s culture, traditions, and craftsmanship.) # '''Pang-Pang Festival''' (held every '''April 19''' in '''Barangay Pang-Pang, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It celebrates the community’s local culture, traditions, livelihood, and unity through various festive activities and gatherings.) # '''Saltahan Festival''' (held from '''May 14–18''' in '''Barangay Awitan, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the community’s local culture, traditions, livelihood, and spirit of unity through various festive activities and celebrations.) # '''Santacruzan Festival''' (held from '''May 14–20''' in '''Barangay Sta. Cruz, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the community’s religious traditions and cultural heritage through the colorful '''Santacruzan''', bringing residents together in faith, celebration, and community spirit.) # '''Kakanin Festival''' (held from '''April 19–23''' in '''Barangay Cabusay, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It showcases the community’s rich culinary traditions, featuring '''kakanin and other local delicacies''' while celebrating local culture, creativity, and community spirit.) # '''Banana Festival''' (held every '''May 16''' in '''Barangay Cabatuhan, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the importance of '''banana production''' to the local community, while showcasing its agricultural heritage, local products, and vibrant community spirit.) # '''Luntian Festival''' (held every '''August 16''' in '''Barangay Benit, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It celebrates the community’s connection to nature and agriculture, highlighting local greenery, environmental appreciation, cultural traditions, and community unity.) # '''Palaniyog Festival''' (held during the '''fourth week of October''' in '''Barangay Daguit, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the importance of '''coconut (niyog)''' in the community, showcasing local coconut products, agricultural traditions, and the vibrant culture of the people.) # '''Abasig Festival''' (held from '''May 1–5''' in '''Barangay Baay, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It showcases the community’s culture, traditions, local livelihood, and strong spirit of unity through various festive activities and celebrations.) # '''Katubigan Festival''' (held from '''August 11–17''' in '''Barangay Lugui, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the community’s connection to water and natural resources, while celebrating local culture, traditions, livelihood, and community unity.) # '''Formosa Festival''' (held from '''June 6–10''' in '''Barangay Bayan-Bayan, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It showcases the community’s culture, traditions, local livelihood, and vibrant spirit through various festive activities and celebrations.) # '''Bagacay Festival''' (held from '''June 1–6''' in '''Barangay Bagacay, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It celebrates the community’s local culture, traditions, livelihood, and natural heritage while bringing residents together in a vibrant celebration of unity and local pride.) # '''Santol Festival''' (held from '''August 25–29''' in '''Barangay Mabilo I, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. It highlights the community’s local culture and agricultural heritage, featuring '''santol''' as a valued local fruit while promoting unity, local pride, and community spirit.) # '''Sagnyopin Festival''' (held from '''June 9–14''' in '''Barangay Iberica, Labo, Camarines Norte'''. The name '''SagNyoPin''' comes from ''Saging'' (banana), ''Niyog'' (coconut), and ''Pinya'' (pineapple), highlighting the barangay’s agricultural products and celebrating its rich farming heritage, local culture, and community spirit.) == Get in == === By bus === Labo, Camarines Norte is accessible by bus from Manila, Daet, and other major cities via the '''Maharlika Highway''', with buses bound for '''Daet or Camarines Norte''' stopping in Labo. === By car === Labo, Camarines Norte is accessible via the '''Maharlika Highway (AH26)''', approximately '''16 kilometers from Daet''' and around '''326 kilometers from Manila'''. === By plane === By plane, fly to '''Naga Airport (WNP) in Pili, Camarines Sur''', the nearest airport with scheduled flights, then continue by land to '''Labo, Camarines Norte'''. == Get around == * Trikes and jeepneys. == See == # '''Labo People's Park''' (public recreational space in the heart of Labo, Camarines Norte, where residents and visitors can relax, enjoy community activities, and experience the town’s vibrant local atmosphere.) # '''Labo Convention Center''' (multi-purpose venue in Labo, Camarines Norte, designed to host seminars, conferences, meetings, cultural programs, and various community events.) # '''Amphitheater''' (open-air public venue in Labo, Camarines Norte, designed for cultural performances, festivals, community gatherings, and special events. It provides a spacious setting where residents and visitors can enjoy local celebrations, entertainment, and activities that showcase the vibrant culture and community spirit of Labo. # '''St. John the Apostle and Evangelist''' (a historic Catholic church in Labo, Camarines Norte, serving as an important place of worship and community gathering. It stands as a significant part of Labo’s religious heritage, where locals and visitors come together for Masses, religious celebrations, and traditional festivities.) # '''Hagdang Bato''' (historic site in Labo, Camarines Norte, once serving as a port where merchants came to trade their goods. It is also believed to be the resting place of the '''“Kampanang Bato,”''' a stone bell said to have been sunk in the Labo River during the Spanish period.) # '''Battle of Tigbinan Shrine''' (commemorates the historic World War II battle fought from December 17–23, 1941. Filipino soldiers, USAFFE forces, and local guerrillas bravely resisted the advancing Japanese forces, delaying their advance into Southern Luzon. The shrine honors their courage, sacrifice, and role in Labo’s wartime history.) # '''Labo Central Terminal''' (the main transportation hub in Labo, Camarines Norte, serving passengers traveling by buses, vans, jeepneys, and other public vehicles to nearby towns and cities. It provides convenient access to Labo and helps connect the municipality with other parts of Camarines Norte and the Bicol Region.) == Do == * '''Visit Malatap Falls''' – Enjoy the refreshing waterfalls and surrounding greenery. * '''Explore Binuang Falls''' – Discover its cascading waters and peaceful natural surroundings. Binuang Falls * '''Hike Mount Cadig''' – Experience a mountain adventure and scenic views around Bayabas. * '''Visit Mount Bagacay''' – Take in the mountain scenery and natural landscape of Labo. * '''Explore Labo People's Park''' – Relax, take photos, and enjoy a leisurely visit in the town center. * '''Discover Maligaya Falls''' – Enjoy the natural beauty of this waterfall in Barangay Submakin. Maligaya Falls * '''Explore Mt. Cadig Cave''' – Discover one of Labo's natural cave attractions with proper local guidance and safety precautions. * '''Visit Eco Park Bagong Silang I''' – Spend time surrounded by greenery and enjoy a nature-oriented outdoor experience. * '''Experience the Busig-On Festival''' – Celebrate Labo's culture, traditions, and community through its annual festival activities. * '''Taste Local Food''' – Explore Labo's local dining scene and sample Bicolano-inspired dishes and other local specialties. == Buy == * '''Labo Public Market''' – Fresh produce, local food products, and everyday goods. * '''Local Sari-Sari & Pasalubong Stores''' – Look for locally made delicacies and products. * '''Labo Progressive Multi-Purpose Cooperative''' – Known for '''pineapple cloth, novelty items, and processed pineapple products'''. * '''Local Tourism/Product Centers''' – Ask the '''Labo Municipal Tourism''' '''Office''' about locally made souvenirs and current product outlets. The office is at Labo People's Park. * '''J&F Shopping Center''' – local shopping destination offering everyday goods and essential products, conveniently located at Purok 2, Barangay Dalas, Labo, Camarines Norte. * '''Pure Gold Supermarket'''– a convenient shopping destination for groceries, household essentials, and everyday needs, located at Purok 2, Barangay Dalas, Labo, Camarines Norte. * '''Houseware Plaza Supermarket''' – local shopping destination offering groceries, household essentials, and everyday products, conveniently located in Barangay Anahaw, Labo, Camarines Norte. * '''LCC Labo''' – Alocal shopping center in '''Labo, Camarines Norte''', offering groceries, household essentials, clothing, and other everyday products for residents and visitors. == Eat == * Eusebia Restaurant – Filipino dishes and casual dining along Maharlika Highway. * Hills and Garden Restaurant – A family-friendly restaurant offering a variety of meals. * Bonok's Inasal Unli Rice - Labo, Camarines Norte – A casual spot specializing in grilled chicken and rice. * Ciarra’s Café – A café suitable for snacks, drinks, and light meals. * Cuppa Diem – A local café for coffee and refreshments. * Maria Fatima Restaurant – A local restaurant serving Asian-style dishes. * Noras cuisine – A family restaurant in Malasugui. * Jollibee Labo – a popular fast-food restaurant in Labo, offering convenient dining, family-friendly meals, and a familiar place for locals and visitors to enjoy their favorite Jollibee food. == Sleep == * La Casa de Espeso — Spanish Road, Brgy. Malasugui * Paradiso Verde Organic Farm And Resort — Labo, Camarines Norte * Inn & Out Hotel — Labo, Camarines Norte * Maria Fatima Farm Resort — Purok 2, Brgy. Bautista * AKS Transient House — Purok 1, Labo * Relaxing Hotel — Purok 2, Brgy. Malasugui * Casanayon Resort — P-5, Cruz Nayon, Bagong Silang * Juria Transient Hotel — 115A Burgos, Labo * Jenny's Rest-in Apartelle — Labo, Camarines Norte * Rala Resort — Purok II, Lugui, Labo == Cope == * Labo District Hospital — Talobatib–Jose Panganiban–Port Road, Labo * Dr. Miguel V. Alegre Hospital — Burgos Street, Labo * LIZASO HOSPITAL — Labo, Camarines Norte * KMR MEDICAL CLINIC — Purok 3, Bulhao, Labo * A.C.S Medical and Diagnostic Clinic — Barangay Gumamela, Burgos, Labo * RACELIS TIONGSON MEDICAL CLINIC — Villaflores, Labo * Camarines Norte Specialty Clinic — Padre Burgos, Labo * YASIS FAMILY PLANNING AND BIRTHING CLINIC — Gumamela, P. Burgos, Labo * VITAL LYING IN CLINIC — Labo, Camarines Norte == Go next == {{IsPartOf|Bicol}}{{outlineregion}} {{geo|14.166667|122.75|zoom=10}}{{DEFAULTSORT:LABO}} 7lu757b0odutfe39r00gqd2h757mopf 2 219625 5328331 2026-08-14T14:40:51Z Knightrd007 2399130 /* */ 5328331 wikitext text/x-wiki I'm a traveler from Belgium who has been exploring the world for years. I've shared many of my travel stories on the Rick Steves community forums, and I'm excited to contribute here as well. == Where I've been == * Europe * North America * Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt, Thailand, Turkey, Qatar, Singapore, Brazil, Ecuador, Colombia...and more == What I like to do here == I'm interested in helping improve articles about regions/countries, based on firsthand travel experience. asknbfj1i84g1al0frk4v47c3keipoc 0 219627 5328372 2026-08-14T16:07:03Z Mrkstvns 144844 initial content for new article 5328372 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Encrucijado Chiapas banner.jpg}} '''La Encrucijada Biosphere Reserve''' is a protected coastal wetland area in [[Chiapas]], in southern [[Mexico]]. It is a series of inland lagoons connected by inland waterways and includes the tallest mangroves in North America, stretching to a height of over 35 meters. ==Understand== The protected area covers almost 145,000 hectares along 140 km of Pacific coastline. ===Tourist informatioɲ=== Official information about visiting the reserve is available via the [https://descubreanp.conanp.gob.mx/en/conanp/ANP?suri=84 CONANP web site]. Background information about the site's ecological importance is available from [https://www.unesco.org/mab/50anniversary/en/la-encrucijada UNESCO]. ===History=== The reserve was designated a wetland of international importance and added to the list of [[Ramsar sites]] in 1996. In 2006, it was designated as a [[UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves|UNESCO Biosphere Reserve]]. The land is managed for the federal government by CONANP (''Comisión Nacional de Áreas Naturales Protegidas''). ===Landscape=== ===Flora and fauna=== The reserve is rich in species diversity with several important plant habitats and numerous animals, including more than 5 dozen kinds of reptile and amphibian, 300 bird species, and 100 mammal species (including 68 species of bat) and Mexico's northernmost colony of spider monkeys. Besides spider monkeys, mammals include several jungle cats including the reclusive jaguar. [[File:Flickr - archer10 (Dennis) - Guatemala-1376.jpg|thumb|Guiana chestnut flower]] Crocodiles and caimans float around the lagoons and channels. Turtles are very common in the reserve as some of the Pacific beaches are used as nesting areas and the incoming rivers (there are 11 of them) are home to several species of freshwater turtle. Iguanas and basilisks can be found throughout the region as can a variety of both venomous and non-venomous snakes. The mangrove swamps cover more than 1/5 of the reserve and include five species of mangroveː ''mangla colorado'', ''black mangrove'', ''red mangrove'', ''buttonwood mangrove'', and ''white mangrove''. The reserve is known for having Mexico's only Guiana chestnut (''Pachira aquatica'') forest. It grows in the reserve on a kind of "floating island" of built-up organic matter. The trees display beautiful wispy flowers and produces nuts that are eaten by some people, but the plant is most often sold to garden shops, where it is also called the "money tree". ===Climate=== ==Get in== The nearest airport with commercial flights is in [[Tapachula]]. From Tapachula, take a taxi or bus northwest of the city via federal highway MEX-200 towards the town of '''Acapetahua''', which is about 80 km from Tapachula. The reserve actually begins just 30 km outside Tapachula and covers all of the wetlands that lie between highway MEX-200 and the Pacific ocean, but there are few public access points. Tour guides hired in Tapachula often know backcountry access points or can take you into the wetlands in small boats called ''pangas''. Tour guides can also be hired in Acapetahua. ==Fees and permits== CONANP charges visitors a daily entrance fee of M$125. ==Get around== ==See== ==Do== ==Buy== ==Eat== ==Drink== ==Sleep== Because of the environmentally sensitive nature of the reserve, campgrounds and backcountry camping are not generally permitted. Local indigenous communities operate some rustic lodging camps where visitors can find rooms, meals, and guide services. ===Lodging=== Rustic lodages are available in El Castaño, La Palma, and Barra de Zacapulco. ==Stay safe== ==Go next== * [[Tapachula]] {{IsPartOf|Chiapas}} {{outlinepark}} {{geo|15.05|-92.70}} mqb4obu6nzpyhkjn2p5wh7k5qp2c3fb 3 219628 5328380 2026-08-14T16:19:26Z Ikan Kekek 36420 /* Your user page is not for self-promotion */ new section 5328380 wikitext text/x-wiki == Your user page is not for self-promotion == Hello, Owolabi Habeeb 444! Thank you for contributing to Wikivoyage, but please note that one or more of your recent edits has been reverted as it appeared to be an attempt to use this site to advertise or promote a business or service. Wikivoyage is created by travellers ''for'' travellers, and while [[WV:Welcome, business owners|business owners and employees]] are welcome to contribute, use of this site for promotional purposes is not allowed. If you feel that your edits were incorrectly identified as promotional, '''please read Wikivoyage's [[WV:Don't tout|guidelines on identifying promotional edits]]'''. If, after reading that guideline, you ''still'' feel your edits were incorrectly removed, please use this [[WV:Using talk pages|talk page]] or the talk page of the article where your edit was removed to explain why your change was not promotional. Note that it is very important that you discuss your proposed change '''before''' re-adding it since repeated promotional edits can lead to a temporary block of your account's ability to edit Wikivoyage, and in serious cases the business in question may be blacklisted from Wikivoyage. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 16:19, 14 August 2026 (UTC) 3fixbrv9d16cgctdywsgq47xi8u86pt 0 219629 5328391 2026-08-14T16:36:43Z Mmorell 771685 created page 5328391 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|Pagebanner default.jpg}} '''Montolieu''' is in [[Aude]]. Sometimes referred to as the "Village of Books" ==Understand== {{Mapframe|zoom=16|wikidata=Q173911}} <!-- WD: Montolieu (Q173911) --> {{Mapshape|type=geoline|wikidata=Q173911|fill=#FF0000|stroke-width=3|title= Montolieu}} ===Tourist office=== * {{listing | name=Tourist office | alt=Office de tourisme Grand Carcassonne Carcassonne Agglo | url=https://www.montolieu.fr/ | email= | address= 1 Place Jean Guéhenno | lat=43.31145| long=2.21491 | directions= | phone=+33 4 68 24 80 80 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Get in== ===By plane=== ===By train=== ===By bus=== ===By car=== ==Get around== ===Parking=== ==See== * {{see | name=Saint Andrew church | alt= Église Saint-André de Montolieu | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3580911 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=Among the highlights are two medieval statues of the Virgin and Child. One, made of polychrome wood, stands above the door, beneath the entrance porch. The other, a large statue carved from limestone, has recently been restored and will soon be placed in its permanent alcove inside the church. Numerous sculptures and several antique paintings adorn the walls of the nave and chapels. The painting of the Archangel Saint Michael, depicted in aerial combat with the devil, is full of movement. The high altar is made of marble. }} * {{see | name=Museum of Arts and Crafts of the Book | alt= Musée des Arts et Métiers du Livre | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3330443 | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content=The museum traces the history of the book from the birth of writing to the advent of printing: the origins of writing, from pictograms to alphabets, including cuneiform and ideographic script; the history of various materials: clay tablets of Sumerian accountants, papyrus of Egyptian scribes, parchment of copyist monks, and paper; the adventure of printing, from movable lead type invented by Gutenberg to type-casting machines, from hand presses to rotary presses; and the techniques and tools of bookbinders and engravers. The museum also offers an exploration of printmaking and printing today. }} ===Itineraries=== ==Do== ===Events=== ==Buy== ==Eat== * {{eat | name=La Rencontre | alt= | url=https://www.larencontre-montolieu.fr | email=larencontre.ft@gmail.com | address=6, Place du Tilleul, | lat= 43.30934| long= 2.21557| directions= | phone=+33 4 68 24 85 12| tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Chapters | alt= | url= | email=info@restaurantchapters.fr | address=5 rue de la Mairie | lat=43.31000 | long=2.21470 | directions= | phone=+33 4 30 34 05 66 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{eat | name= Apostrophe | alt= | url=https://www.apostrophe-hotel.fr | email= contact@apostrophe-hotel.fr | address=12 Rue des Pyrénées | lat=43.30872 | long=2.21750 | directions= | phone= +33 4 68 24 80 18 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Thé and Co | alt= | url= https://www.casquetteetchapeau.fr/| email= | address=3 Place Jean Guéhenno | lat= 43.31154| long=2.21510 | directions= | phone= +33 4 30 18 83 00 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{eat | name=Casquette et Châpeau | alt= | url=https://www.casquetteetchapeau.fr | email=casquetteetchapeau@gmail.com | address=2 place de la Liberté | lat=43.31049 | long=2.21425 | directions= | phone=+33 4 68 24 76 72 | tollfree= | hours=We-Su 12:00-13:30,19:00-20:30 | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ===Typical dishes=== ==Drink== ==Sleep== * {{sleep | name= Apostrophe | alt= | url=https://www.apostrophe-hotel.fr | email= contact@apostrophe-hotel.fr | address=12 Rue des Pyrénées | lat=43.30872 | long=2.21750 | directions= | phone= +33 4 68 24 80 18 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=La Manufacture Royale | alt= | url=https://www.la-manufacture-royale.fr/ | email= contact@la-manufacture-royale.fr | address=16 Impasse de la Manufacture | lat=43.30831| long= 2.21786| directions= | phone= +33 6 32 85 17 85 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Château De Villeneuve | alt= | url=https://www.chateauvilleneuve.com/fr | email= info@chateauvilleneuve.com | address=600 chemin de Villeneuve | lat=43.32967| long=2.20548 | directions= | phone=+33 6 7090 9121 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ===Camping=== * {{sleep | name=Camping*** de Montolieu | alt= | url=https://www.campingdemontolieu.com/ | email=campingdemontolieu@gmail.com | address=775 route de Carcassonne | lat= 43.29798 | long=2.22216 | directions= | phone= +33 4 68 76 95 01 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-08-14 | content= }} ==Go next== {{IsPartOf|Aude}} {{outlinecity}} {{geo| 43.310229|2.214941}} 2yaxbsni5p0lobz7wkoec2vya6scv5w 1 219630 5328436 2026-08-14T17:26:40Z ~2026-44645-79 2437492 /* Suggested addition: Raahi Retreats (private tour operator, Do section) */ new section 5328436 wikitext text/x-wiki == Suggested addition: Raahi Retreats (private tour operator, Do section) == Hi, I help maintain the website for Raahi Retreats, a private tour operator based in Skardu (raahiretreats.com). Per [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, business owners]], I'm posting here rather than editing the article directly since I'm contributing on the business's behalf, not as the owner personally. If an editor thinks this is a useful addition to the Do section, here is a neutral, template-formatted listing: {{do | name=Raahi Retreats | alt= | url=https://raahiretreats.com | email=hello@raahiretreats.com | address=Haji Gam, near Community Centre, Gamba, Skardu | lat= | long= | directions= | phone=+92 339 3703068 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=Private tour operator offering custom multi-day trips across Baltistan and Hunza (Shigar, Khaplu, Deosai, Hunza Valley) by private 4x4 vehicle. Also arranges airport transfers, car rental with driver, and hotel bookings. }} Happy to adjust the wording, or if this isn't a good fit for the page please just say so. Thanks! [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44645-79|&#126;2026-44645-79]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44645-79|talk]]) 17:26, 14 August 2026 (UTC) 8i6m9pkevongsxrmmhzkaa4r0qy1era 5328442 5328436 2026-08-14T17:33:37Z Ibaman 195012 rv per [[Apt]], [[Don't tout]], [[WV:External links#What not to link to]] and [[Goals and non-goals]] 5328442 wikitext text/x-wiki phoiac9h4m842xq45sp7s6u21eteeq1 3 219631 5328441 2026-08-14T17:32:53Z Ibaman 195012 /* Don't tout */ new section 5328441 wikitext text/x-wiki == [[Don't tout]] == Hello, &#126;2026-44645-79! Thank you for contributing to Wikivoyage, but please note that one or more of your recent edits has been reverted as it appeared to be an attempt to use this site to advertise or promote a business or service. Wikivoyage is created by travellers ''for'' travellers, and while [[WV:Welcome, business owners|business owners and employees]] are welcome to contribute, use of this site for promotional purposes is not allowed. 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[[User:Ibaman|Ibaman]] ([[User talk:Ibaman|talk]]) 17:32, 14 August 2026 (UTC) t6k0p1642fhs23za19ttk37dgc4lbyy 2 219632 5328453 2026-08-14T17:48:39Z Mr & Mrs Ntho's Lodge 2437488 Creating travel map via [[Wikivoyage:Travel Tracker|TravelTracker gadget]] 5328453 wikitext text/x-wiki {{VisitedMap|Q1013|}} 4ryoqy0ltp6uns3dr080hh16yg6l0m5 3 219635 5328525 2026-08-14T21:15:08Z Pashley 1822 /* Greeting */ new section 5328525 wikitext text/x-wiki == Greeting == Hello, Poopiejohnson! [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, newcomers|Welcome]] to [[Wikivoyage:About|Wikivoyage]]. To help get you started contributing, we've created a [[Wikivoyage:Tips for new contributors|tips for new contributors]] page, full of helpful links about [[Wikivoyage:Directory of policies and guidelines|policies and guidelines]] and [[Wikivoyage:Manual of style|style]], as well as some important information on [[Wikivoyage:Copyleft|copyleft]] and basic stuff like [[Wikivoyage:How to edit a page|how to edit a page]]. 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I don't edit those articles directly — I raise things on talk pages and leave the decision to other editors. Happy to answer technical questions about mobile data abroad: eSIM device compatibility and carrier locking, why a plan won't activate in a given country, real-name registration rules, fair-use and throttling terms, or ho..." 5328540 wikitext text/x-wiki I work for [https://purasim.com PuraSIM], a travel eSIM provider, so I have a conflict of interest on anything touching eSIMs or mobile data. I don't edit those articles directly — I raise things on talk pages and leave the decision to other editors. Happy to answer technical questions about mobile data abroad: eSIM device compatibility and carrier locking, why a plan won't activate in a given country, real-name registration rules, fair-use and throttling terms, or how the wholesale side of travel eSIMs works. Ask on my talk page. lvr6wpg7vjexklih7xjdwvjyipf74uu 5328558 5328540 2026-08-14T23:40:30Z SHB2000 2248002 sorry, but this cannot be linked 5328558 wikitext text/x-wiki I work for PuraSIM, a travel eSIM provider, so I have a conflict of interest on anything touching eSIMs or mobile data. I don't edit those articles directly — I raise things on talk pages and leave the decision to other editors. Happy to answer technical questions about mobile data abroad: eSIM device compatibility and carrier locking, why a plan won't activate in a given country, real-name registration rules, fair-use and throttling terms, or how the wholesale side of travel eSIMs works. Ask on my talk page. jm8xrqvqb9wxs3ikg4qo02eoyxlw313 3 219637 5328543 2026-08-14T22:31:43Z Pashley 1822 /* Greeting */ new section 5328543 wikitext text/x-wiki == Greeting == Hello, Guarsid! [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, newcomers|Welcome]] to [[Wikivoyage:About|Wikivoyage]]. To help get you started contributing, we've created a [[Wikivoyage:Tips for new contributors|tips for new contributors]] page, full of helpful links about [[Wikivoyage:Directory of policies and guidelines|policies and guidelines]] and [[Wikivoyage:Manual of style|style]], as well as some important information on [[Wikivoyage:Copyleft|copyleft]] and basic stuff like [[Wikivoyage:How to edit a page|how to edit a page]]. If you need help, check out [[Wikivoyage:Help|Help]], or post a message in the [[Wikivoyage:Travellers' pub|travellers' pub]]. New users are also welcome to post any questions or concerns to the [[Wikivoyage:Arrivals lounge|arrivals lounge]]. If you want some practice editing, please do so on our [[Project:graffiti wall|graffiti wall]]. If you are familiar with Wikipedia, take a look over some of the [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, Wikipedians|differences]] here. If you want to contribute with information about the place where you live, see [[Wikivoyage:Welcome, locals]]. You probably already know, but [https://crtc.gc.ca/eng/contact/phone/q19.htm locked phones are illegal in Canada]. [[User:Pashley|Pashley]] ([[User talk:Pashley|talk]]) 22:31, 14 August 2026 (UTC) qplo6g1e28ihflufy4cyr1yb6lt4o7j 4 219638 5328581 2026-08-15T04:58:25Z Sbb1413 2217354 archiving the old Central Delhi, superseded by two districts. Staybook listings are imported without URLs due to spam filter. 5328581 wikitext text/x-wiki {{pagebanner|JamaMasjid-wikivoyage-banner.jpg|pgname=Central Delhi}} [[Image:Red Fort in Delhi 03-2016 img3.jpg|thumb|Lahore Gate of the Red Fort]] '''Central Delhi''' (मध्य दिल्ली ''Madhya Dillī'') comprises the historic core of [[Delhi]], also known as '''Old Delhi'''. The most important attractions here are the '''Red Fort''', a {{unesco}} and the '''Jama Masjid''', the principal mosque of Delhi. It also has several markets and is known for its variety of street food. ==Understand== [[File:Jama Masjid, Delhi.jpg|thumb|Jama Masjid]] Central Delhi contains an interesting mix of architecture from the Sultanate, Mughal and the colonial period. It contains two of Delhi's ancient citadels, Firozabad (Feroz Shah Kotla) and Shahjahanabad. Ferozabad was constructed in 1354 by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The area contains several gateways, hunting lodges and step-wells of the Sultanate period. There are also two Ashokan Pillars which were brought to Delhi by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. A significant amount of colonial architecture is present in the area and includes war memorials, churches and a couple of Christian Cemeteries. ===Orientation=== The Wikivoyage district of Central Delhi consists of the following areas: * '''Old Delhi''' (पुरानी दिल्ली ''Purānī Dillī'') &mdash; a Mughal-era walled city, once known as '''Shahjahanabad'''. Constructed by the fifth Mughal ruler Shah Jahan, Old Delhi is centred around the '''Red Fort''' (लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'') and the '''Jama Masjid''' (जामा मस्जिद ''Jāmā Masjid''), as well as '''Chandni Chowk''' (चाँदनी चौक ''Cāndnī Cauk''), a paradise for street food lovers. It is also a favourite hunting place for shoppers. * '''Paharganj''' (पहाड़गंज ''Pahāṛgañj'') &mdash; a neighbourhood directly west of New Delhi station, bordered by Panchkuan Road in the south, Idgah Road in the north, and Deshraj Bhatia Marg/Chitragupta Road in the west. It is noisy, filthy, and full of touts, but it's also centrally located and has many cheap hotels and thus very popular with budget travellers. Paharganj is considered a safe area. * '''Karol Bagh''' (कारोल बाग़ ''Kārol Bāġ'') &mdash; west of Paharganj, this neighbourhood is quieter, but not as centrally located. ==Get in== {{Mapframe|28.645|77.216|zoom=13|width=500|height=480|name=Map of Central Delhi}} {{mapshapes|Q271195}}<!-- Metro --> {{Mapmask|28.6364,77.2224|28.6378,77.2233|28.6379,77.2233|28.6402,77.2234|28.6435,77.2238|28.6438,77.2238|28.6444,77.2238|28.6452,77.2236|28.6462,77.2236|28.6476,77.2227|28.6466,77.2210|28.6457,77.2187|28.6444,77.2186|28.6443,77.2181|28.6419,77.2185|28.6419,77.2182|28.6394,77.2162|28.6361,77.2139|28.6411,77.2052|28.6415,77.2046|28.6427,77.2034|28.6449,77.1985|28.6452,77.1973|28.6435,77.1969|28.6427,77.1965|28.6402,77.1947|28.6381,77.1934|28.6342,77.1899|28.6337,77.1893|28.6313,77.1882|28.6291,77.1868|28.6262,77.1843|28.6237,77.1807|28.6252,77.1788|28.6257,77.1777|28.6272,77.1765|28.6283,77.1759|28.6312,77.1754|28.6317,77.1751|28.6320,77.1742|28.6332,77.1743|28.6335,77.1737|28.6309,77.1707|28.6320,77.1699|28.6324,77.1709|28.6341,77.1697|28.6343,77.1699|28.6350,77.1693|28.6335,77.1667|28.6332,77.1668|28.6329,77.1662|28.6353,77.1645|28.6389,77.1707|28.6392,77.1720|28.6397,77.1728|28.6421,77.1743|28.6457,77.1681|28.6447,77.1672|28.6446,77.1673|28.6443,77.1672|28.6445,77.1667|28.6432,77.1653|28.6446,77.1599|28.6497,77.1534|28.6500,77.1534|28.6509,77.1552|28.6523,77.1571|28.6539,77.1544|28.6551,77.1524|28.6608,77.1565|28.6605,77.1570|28.6614,77.1580|28.6622,77.1595|28.6666,77.1696|28.6666,77.1696|28.6667,77.1700|28.6669,77.1717|28.6668,77.1724|28.6618,77.1899|28.6614,77.1932|28.6616,77.1952|28.6654,77.2042|28.6658,77.2053|28.6664,77.2074|28.6669,77.2094|28.6676,77.2111|28.6676,77.2127|28.6666,77.2179|28.6667,77.2190|28.6679,77.2240|28.6692,77.2283|28.6709,77.2349|28.6710,77.2351|28.6704,77.2353|28.6690,77.2358|28.6681,77.2363|28.6670,77.2372|28.6663,77.2378|28.6649,77.2393|28.6641,77.2404|28.6636,77.2416|28.6632,77.2435|28.6628,77.2459|28.6626,77.2475|28.6620,77.2496|28.6612,77.2531|28.6608,77.2549|28.6605,77.2558|28.6601,77.2567|28.6592,77.2583|28.6584,77.2591|28.6575,77.2598|28.6552,77.2613|28.6534,77.2621|28.6521,77.2627|28.6493,77.2635|28.6469,77.2640|28.6453,77.2640|28.6438,77.2639|28.6402,77.2628|28.6378,77.2617|28.6353,77.2601|28.6327,77.2580|28.6297,77.2553|28.6287,77.2546|28.6255,77.2539|28.6241,77.2537|28.6228,77.2538|28.6205,77.2544|28.6191,77.2548|28.6163,77.2554|28.6144,77.2558|28.6133,77.2542|28.6129,77.2495|28.6159,77.2478|28.6208,77.2461|28.6221,77.2453|28.6241,77.2436|28.6253,77.2422|28.6260,77.2409|28.6295,77.2348|28.6343,77.2246|28.6353,77.2234|28.6364,77.2224}} ===By bus=== * {{listing | type=go | name=ISBT, Kashmere Gate | alt=Interstate Bus Terminus | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6695071 | long=77.232734 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-05-11 | content=The major bus terminal in Delhi. It connects Delhi to rest of India. Central Delhi is also connected to the rest of the city by Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) buses. Private Blue Line buses (orange colour) also connects central Delhi to the rest of the city. }} ===By metro=== The {{rint|delhi|red}}, {{rint|delhi|yellow}} and {{rint|delhi|violet}} lines run over Central Delhi, meeting at {{marker|type=go|name=Kashmere Gate|wikidata=Q4207344}} provding easy access to most of the tourist spots. ===By bus=== Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) operates both air conditioned and non air conditioned buses in this district. Blue-line (orange coloured) private buses are also in operation. ===By rickshaw=== There are three types of rickshaws in Central Delhi, auto-rickshaws, cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws. Auto rickshaws are good for shorter trips. They don't run on meters and prices are fixed before the trip. Fares are generally over quoted and needs to negotiated before the trips begins. Cycle rickshaws and electric rickshaws are ideal for very short trips. Prices needs to be negotiated and fixed before the trips start. ==See== * {{see | name=Salimgarh Fort | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661000 | long=77.240000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Salimgarh Fort | image=Entry to salimgarh Fort.JPG | wikidata=Q2336156 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A fort built in 1546 by Salim Shah Suri, the son of Sher Shah Suri. At the time, the Mughal Empire had been temporarily overthrown, as Sher Shah Suri defeated Mughal emperor Humayun and established the rule of the Sur Empire rule in Delhi. The Surid dynasty continued until 1555, when Humayun regained control by defeating Sikandar Suri, the last ruler of the dynasty. }} * {{see | name=Yamuna Ghat | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.664451 | long=77.239041 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Enjoy the scene of ritual bathing and sunset on the Yamuna River, which is considered sacred to Hindus along with the Ganges. }} ===Chandni Chowk area=== [[File:Fatehpuri Masjid in Delhi 19.jpg|thumb|Fatehpuri Masjid]] [[File:Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib.jpg|thumb|Gurudwara Sis Ganj]] [[File:St Stephen's Church on Church Mission Marg.jpg|thumb|St Stephen's Church]] Chandni Chowk, the "Moonlight Square", is one of Delhi's oldest bazaars, famous for its street food and snacks and crammed with 1,600 shops, countless ''havelis'' (mansions) in various states of repair, rickshaws, donkey carts and a permanent crush of humanity. Half-heartedly pedestrianized in 2021 (cars and motorcycles are meant to be banned between 9 AM and 9 PM, although enforcement is variable), a stroll or cycle rickshaw ride through the swirling chaos is a uniquely Indian experience. * {{see | name=Delhi Town Hall | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6571 | long=77.2275 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16955686 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It was the seat of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) from 1866 till late 2009, when offices shifted to a new building at Minto Road. There used to be a clock tower near the town hall till the 1950s when it was demolished. }} * {{see | name=Fatehpuri Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.656667 | long=77.2225 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then rickshaw or 10 minutes walk | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1110101 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=Fathepuri Masjid stands at the very western end of the Chandni Chowk. Fatehpuri Masjid was built in 1650 by Fatehpuri Begum, one of Emperor Shah Jahan's wives who was from [[Fatehpur Sikri]]. After the revolt of 1857, the Muslims were driven out of the city and the mosques became functionless. Several of them were auctioned out including the Fathepuri Masjid. Rai Lala Chunnamal purchased the mosque at a staggering sum of Rs. 19,000 Rai Lala Chunnamal, whose descendants still live in the Chunnamal haveli in Chandni Chowk, made a fortune during the revolt of 1857 by supplying provisions to the British. Strangely the mosque was not demolished and Rai Lala Chunnamal kept it under lock and key. During the first durbar of Delhi in 1877, the prohibition against Muslims entering (or living in) Delhi was lifted. The mosque was acquired by the British and made available to Muslims for prayers. Lala Chunnilal's family received an estate of four villages in exchange for the mosque. The mosque is built using red sandstone and has a fluted dome with mahapadma and kalash on the top. Flanked by minarets, the mosque has a traditional design with the prayer hall having seven-arched openings. }} * {{see | name=Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2325 | directions=metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q5620491 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=An important Sikh place of worship. Built on the spot where their ninth guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was beheaded on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb. The trunk of the tree beneath which the head of the Guru was severed and the well used by him for taking a bath during his prison term has been preserved in the shrine. The Sikh regiment of the Indian army salutes the Sis Ganj Gurudwara after saluting the president of India since 1979, the only instance of saluting twice in the Republic Day parade by a regiment of the Indian army. The Gurudwara came up in 1783. However, due to the volatile political climate in the coming century, the site alternated between being a mosque and a gurdwara. The dispute was finally settled in 1930 when the case was settled in favour of the Sikhs. The Sikhs celebrated their victory by adding gold gild to the domes. It is an oasis of calm in the chaos of Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk. You will need to cover your head (scarves provided for free) and stash your shoes in the shoe storage run by volunteers (also free). }} * {{see | name=St Stephen's Church | alt= | url= | email= | address=Church Mission Rd | lat=28.6591 | long=77.2232 | directions=local: {{station|Delhi Junction|suburban}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7591739 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Built in 1862, by Anglican missionaries and Department of Public Works Engineers in the style of Italian Gothic architecture, highly influenced by the Romanesque style. Apart from its ornate walls and ceilings the Church has a unique feature which is the stained glass rose window which is exclusive in Delhi. The baroque styled church has arched windows which allow the sunlight to brighten the interiors. the interiors are well maintained with motifs, pictures, carvings and beautiful furniture. A series of fine plasters form arcade on either side lined with beautiful carvings columns made of sandstone. }} ===Feroz Shah Kotla area=== [[File:Ferozabad Panorama.jpg|thumb|Panoramic view of Feroz Shah Kotla, Ashokan Pillar (left) and Jami Masjid (right)]] [[File:Khuni Darwaza.jpg|thumbnail|Khooni Darwaza]] * {{see | name=Feroz Shah Kotla | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6351 | long=77.2439 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1187568 | content=Feroz Shah Kotla is the fifth citadel of Delhi and was built by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in 1354. The previous citadels of Delhi were abandoned due to lack of water, so Feroz Shah Kotla was built right next to the Yamuna River. Today the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla lie nestled between the cricket stadium, of the same name, and the Ring Road. The ruins of the Feroze Shah Kotla are said to be the abode of friendly djinns (spirit) and every Thursday hordes of devotees, irrespective of religion, visit the ruins of Feroz Shah Kotla with photocopies of letters, citing their problems. They stick the letters on different strategic spots of the citadel and offer prayers to the Djinns. Feroz Shah Kotla still houses several interesting ruins. Although minimalist in nature, they still reveal the former glory and splendor of the ancient citadel. The ruins of the citadel are scattered over a large area and consist of a handful of prominent structures like the Hawa Mahal, Jami Masjid and Circular Stepwell. }} * {{see | name=Hawa Mahal | alt=A three stage steeped pyramid with the Ashokan Pillar at the top | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-05-11 | content=Hawa Mahal or Kushk-i-Shikar lies on the northern end of the citadel and is crowned with the Ashokan Pillar (Minar-e-Zarreen). It is built with a central solid core and vaulted cells around it. Stairs at the corners lead to the uppermost terrace where the Ashokan pillar is planted. The pillar was originally from Topar in Ambala. It was shifted to the present location by Feroz Shah Tughlaq. The pillar has inscription in the Prakrit language. Stairs lead to the very top of the stepped pyramid providing close views of the inscription of the pillar along with a bird's eye view of the entire complex and beyond. }} * {{see | name=Jami Masjid | alt=Main Mosque of the citadel | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-05-11 | content=The Jami Masjid, or the Main Mosque, lies just south of the Hawa Mahal. It is a gigantic mosque and approached by a long flight of stairs. During the time of construction it was the largest mosque of Delhi and was an inspiration for the Jama Masjid, the present largest Mosque in Delhi. The mosque is built of quartzite stone. It rests on a series of cells on the ground floor. Entrance is through a domed pavilion on the north, the pavilion in turn is approached by a long flight of steps. The roof of the mosque has long collapsed; apart from the side wall, a few pillars are all that is left of the grand prayer hall. Strangely the Jami Masjid is still an active mosque and attracts thousand of devotees during the time of Eid. Even on normal days large groups of local Muslims along with Muslim office staff from nearby offices drop in for there daily namaz. }} * {{see | name=Circular Baoli | alt=A circular stepwell | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2020-05-11 | content=Just in front of the step pyramid of Hawa Mahal lies the circular stepwell. Delhi has a number of stepwell but the one at Feroz Shah Kotla is unique as it is the only circular stepwell in Delhi. Sadly the stepwell is kept under lock and key and interiors are not accessible. }} * {{see | name=Khooni Darwaza | alt=Bloody Gate | url= | email= | address=Bahadur Shah Zafar Road | lat=28.635974 | long=77.241042 | directions=opposite Feroz Shah Kotla; metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3535259 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=It is here in this gate that Major William Hodson shot dead the last Mughal ruler Bahadur Shah Zafar's sons Mirza Mughal and Mirza Khizr Sultan as well as grandson Mirza Abu Bakr after the defeat in Revolt of 1857. The gate served as an execution chamber under Sher Shah. The severed heads of those executed were put on display in this gate. Here Jahangir ordered the killing of two sons of Rahim Khan-I-Khana who was a Navaratna in Akbar's court. The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Sher Shah and was known as Kabuli Gate, as it faced the city of [[Kabul]] now in [[Afghanistan]]. But because of its bloody incidence it came to be known as the Khooni Darwaza. The 15.5 meter double storied structure is made of Delhi quartzite stone and is topped with battlements. The windows and the archways have red sandstone ornamentation. There are three different sets of stairways leading to different levels of the gateway, but these are kept under lock & key. }} * {{see | name=Shaheedi Park | alt=शहीदी पार्क ''Śahīdī Pārk'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.63427 | long=77.242 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Sculpture of Subhas Chandra Bos and Azad Hind Fauj.jpg | lastedit=2024-12-06 | content=An open-air museum with a vast collection of sculptures of famous personalities in Indian history, including freedom fighters, soldiers, thinkers, monarchs, and even rishis ([[Hinduism|Hindu]] sages) and deities. The sculptures range from bas-reliefs and busts to full statues. }} ===Jama Masjid area=== [[File:Jama Maszid.jpg|thumb|The Jama Masjid during Eid al-Fitr]] [[File:Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg|thumb|Razia Sultana's tomb]] * {{see | name=Jama Masjid | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.650833 | long=77.233056 | directions=Opposite the Red Fort; metro: {{station|Jama Masjid|violet}}, {{station|Chawri Bazaar |yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours=7AM-sunset, tourists are not allowed in from 12:15PM-1:45PM or in the half-hour before sunset. | price=Entry is officially free, although if you have a camera with you (even if deep in your bag) the aggressive "guards" will not let you go in without paying the ₹300 fee (this includes the ₹100 minar climb), and this includes camera phones. If you just walk in they will grab you and "carry" you out | wikidata=Q233678 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The largest mosque in India and a must-see while in Delhi. Beware of dishonest guides who will try to convince you that a tour guide is mandatory and is included in the ₹200 camera fee; they will give you an extremely hurried "tour" of the mosque and then demand a further payment of ₹200-300 for the tour. You can climb to the top of the minaret for ₹100 (locals maybe ₹20). The climb is steep, dark and somewhat claustrophobic, but you'll get great views over the complex and the city. You'll need to cover up your shoulders and legs (scarves and lungis available for rental - about ₹10), and take off your shoes (expect to tip the shoe minder, ₹5 is plenty, or carry your shoes with you in your own bag). Pictures should not be taken during prayer hours. If you're going to sit down don't look too comfortable. Certainly don't eat or become too engrossed in any reading material you may be carrying, the rule is that non-Muslims must make their visits brief and guards will usher along visitors who linger. }} * {{listing | type=see | name=Razia Sultana's Tomb | alt= | url= | email= | address=Sitaram Bazar | lat=28.6466 | long=77.2304 | directions=The surrounding area is called Pahari Bhojla. Turkman Gate is the nearest landmark (North of it). | phone= | tollfree= | hours=8:30AM - 6PM | price= | image=Tomb of Razia Sultana 001.jpg | content=Raziya Sultana was the only women ruler of Delhi (Reign 1236 - 40). The grave of Razia is located at Mohalla Bulbuli Khana near Turkman Gate in Old Delhi. The tomb was built by Razia's half brother Bahram. The dome of the tomb has long collapsed. The tomb houses two graves exposed to the open sky. The said grave is said to be of Razia;s sister Shazia. Sadly the area round the grave is heavily encroached upon and is approachable by a narrow winding lane. }} * {{see | name=Turkman Gate | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Katra Chobey Lal | lat=28.64214 | long=77.23273 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | image=Turkman gate view.JPG | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=This gate is named after Sufi saint Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani, at the southern edge of Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi). The tomb of the saint dates back to 1240 and predates the gate by over three centuries. The gate was part of the defensive mechanism of Shahjahanabad. It has a square plan with high arched openings. }} ===Kashmiri Gate area=== [[File:Kashmiri Gate( front view).JPG|thumb|Kashmiri Gate]] [[File:Qudsia mosque.JPG|thumb|Qudsia Mosque]] [[File:St. James Church 9.jpg|thumb|St. James Church]] [[File:Nicholson's Cemetery 1.jpg|thumb|Nicholson Cemetery]] [[File:Lothian cemetery backside.jpg|thumb|Lothian Cemetery]] The locality around the Kashmiri Gate houses Delhi Junction railway station and the Interstate Bus Terminal (ISBT). * {{see | name=Kashmiri Gate | alt=Kashmere Gate | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.666389 | long=77.228889 | directions=metro: {{station|Kashmere Gate|red|yellow|violet}}; local: {{station|Delhi Junction|suburban}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q1196073 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=The gate was part of a defensive mechanism set up by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and was known as Kashmiri Gate as it faced Kashmir. The entire locality is now known as Kashmiri gate. The Kashmiri Gate was the site of a fierce battle during the revolt of 1857. A sandstone memorial plaque mentions the names of the British Army Soldiers (British and Indians) who died at the Kashmri Gate area during the recapture of Delhi by the British. The architecture consists of two arched passageways. The passageways are separated by two recessed arch one below the other. Both side of the passageways have similar recesses arches. }} * {{listing | type=see | name=Qudsia Bagh | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6709 | long=77.229 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q16899030 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Qudsia Bag was constructed by Qudsia Begum. wife of Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah and mother of Mughal emperor Ahmad Shah Bahadur. She was born as a Hindu and her initial name was Udham Bai. She was a dancing girl in the court of Muhammad Shah, who later married her as his third wife. After Muhammad Shah's death in 1748, her son Ahmad Shah Bahadur (1725–1775) became emperor. As a widow, she took the title Qudsia Begum. She constructed the Qudsia Bagh in 1748. Formerly a splendid palace, has now much dilapidated and neglected.Large part of it was destroyed during the Revolt of 1857. Today the entrance gate, the Sahi (Royal) Mosque and remains of the stables are all that is left of the spectacular Mughal gardens. }} * {{see | name=St James' Church | alt=Skinner's Church | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.665637 | long=77.230784 | directions=Near to Tikona Park | phone= | tollfree= | hours=Worship at 8:30AM (Apr-Sept.): Worship at 9AM (winter) | price= | wikipedia=St. James' Church, Delhi | image=Delhi, Saint James Church.JPG | wikidata=Q2985087 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=It is an Anglican church, built in 1836 by Colonel James Skinner. It is one of the oldest churches in the city. It was designed by Major Robert Smith. Construction started in 1826 and completed in 1936. The design follows the Renaissance Revival architectural style and the church is laid out on a cruciform plan. The church has three porticoed porches and is crowned with a central octagonal dome. The dome is topped with a copper ball topped with a cross. The interior of St James' Church are laid out with beautiful stained glass windows depicting the crucifixion, ascension of Christ and his resurrection. The church and the compound contains several graves. }} * {{listing | type=see | name=Nicholson Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6687474 | long=77.2246808 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807299 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Located near the Kashmiri Gate the Nicholson Cemetery is an active cemetery and the final resting place of hundred of Christians (both British and Indian). The cemetery in named after Brigadier General John Nicholson, who is often considered by the British as the hero of the Revolt of 1857. During the reclaiming of Delhi in 1857 Nicholson was shot near the Lahore Gate and was carried back to the camp. He died a slow and painful death. Nicholson Cemetery is approached through a beautiful cottage styled arched gateway, which doubles up as the living quarters of the cemetery’s caretaker and his family. The grave of John Nicholson lies just right of the entrance and is fenced by an iron railing. The epitaph reads: "The grave of Brigadier General John Nicholson who led the assault of Delhi but fell in the hour of victory mortally wounded and died 23rd September 1857 aged 35." Another important person to be buried in the Nicholson Cemetery is Yesudas Ramachandra, professor of Mathematics at Delhi Government College. }} * {{listing | type=see | name=Lothian Cemetery | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.661271 | long=77.236224 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q22807267 | lastedit=2020-05-13 | content=Lothian Cemetery is southeast of St. James's Church and northwest of the Red Fort. It is the first Christian cemetery of Delhi. The cemetery operated between 1808 and 1867, and is now closed. It contains several graves of fallen British soldiers of the Revolt of 1857. The cemetery is said to be haunted. }} * {{see | name=Nili Chhatri Temple | alt= | url= | email= | address=Yamuna Bazar | lat=28.66525 | long=77.2365 | directions=On the banks of the Yamuna river | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q7037090 | content=A Hindu temple is the tomb of Naubat Khan. Naubat Khan was a mansabdar (state official) during the time of Akbar. He built it during his lifetime in 1565. The tomb stands almost midway between Purana Qila and the tomb of Nizamuddin Auliya. It is built in an enclosure of several acres. Though the walls of the tomb are not extant in its entirety, some portions of it can still be seen in the surrounding area. But the gateway is relatively in good shape. At the entrance of the tomb is written the inscription, the letters of the inscription are of black marble inlaid on sandstone. }} ===Raj Ghat complex=== [[File:In memoria mahatma gandhi. Delhi. Sitio donde lo incineraron.JPG|thumb|Raj Ghat, memorial of Mahatma Gandhi]] The Raj Ghat complex consists of Raj Ghat, and a museum related to Mahatma Gandhi, as well as a memorial of prime ministers, presidents and other national leaders. These sites are in close proximity, 5 minutes walk east of {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}}. * {{see | name=Raj Ghat | alt=Royal Platform | url=https://rajghat.gov.in/ | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours=9:30AM-5:30PM | price= | wikidata=Q1210083 | content=The memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at the site of his cremation. Check for closure dates/security checks around national holidays/Gandhi's death anniversary. }} * {{see | name=Shantivan | alt=Peace Garden | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.649469 | long=77.248172 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=The memorial to Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. }} * {{see | name=Vijay Ghat | alt=Victory Platform | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64055 | long=77.249433 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | content=The memorial to Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India. }} * '''Shakti Sthal''' (Place of Strength) commemorates Indira Gandhi, the third Prime Minister of India. * '''Samta Sthal''' (Place of Equality) commemorates Jagjivan Ram, the fourth Deputy Prime Minister of India. * '''Kisan Ghat''' (Farmer's Platform) commemorates Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. * '''Veer Bhumi''' (Brave Land) commemorates Rajiv Gandhi, the sixth Prime Minister of India. * '''Ekta Sthal''' (Place of Unity) commemorates Zail Singh, the seventh President of India. * '''Karma Bhumi''' (Place of Duty) commemorates Shankar Dayal Sharma, the ninth President of India. * '''Sangharsh Sthal''' (Place of Struggle) commemorates Devi Lal, the sixth Deputy Prime Minister of India. * '''Uday Bhumi''' commemorates K. R. Narayanan, the tenth President of India. * '''Jannayak Sthal''' (Place of People's Leader) commemorates Chandra Shekhar, the eighth Prime Minister of India. * '''Smriti Sthal''' (Place of Remembrance) commemorates Inder Kumar Gujral, the twelfth Prime Minister of India. * '''Sadaiv Atal''' (Firm Forever) commemorates Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tenth Prime Minister of India. * {{see | name=National Gandhi Museum | alt=Gandhi Memorial Museum | url=http://www.gandhimuseum.org | email= | address=Vikram Nagar | lat=28.638908 | long=77.245911 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q2991098 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=The museum was first opened in [[Mumbai]], shortly after Gandhi was assassinated in 1948. It was later moved to Raj Ghat in 1961. The library at the Gandhi Museum not only showcases Gandhi's work to the public but also serves as a place for general study. The books are divided into two sections, those written by or about Gandhi and books on other subject matters. The gallery has a large number of paintings and personal items of Gandhi. The most notable items in the collection are a Satyagraha woodcut, one of Gandhi's walking sticks, the shawl and dhoti worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated and one of the bullets that were used to kill Gandhi and his urn. }} ===Red Fort=== [[File:Red Fort at dusk.JPG|thumb|Red Fort at dusk]] [[File:Covered market past the Lahore gate entrance in Red Fort.jpg|thumb|Chhatta Chowk Market, Red Fort]] [[Image:RedFort DiwanIKhas.JPG|thumb|Diwan-i-Khas]] * {{see | name=Red Fort | alt=लाल क़िला ''Lāl Qilā'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.655833 | long=77.240278 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q45957 | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=One of Delhi's top tourist sights and listed as a {{unesco}}. A brilliant red sandstone fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan (who also built the [[Taj Mahal]]) as his ruling palace. Completed in 1648, the years since have not treated the buildings kindly: the rooms have long since been stripped of all objects, the marble inlays are long gone and quite a few buildings are off-limits. Still, the scale remains imposing and the gardens are kept lush and green even in midwinter. }} The only open entrance is '''Lahore Gate''', on the west side. Security in and around the Fort is very heavy, as it was the scene of a terrorist attack in 2000 that killed three people. Bags are allowed, but they'll be X-rayed and you'll be patted down. Tickets cost ₹30/500 for Indians/foreigners, photography is free, and video cameras ₹25 extra. Tickets can be bought online at the official [https://asi.payumoney.com/ Archaeological Survey of India] website. Open sunrise to sunset daily except Monday. Allow for 3-4 hr in your schedule in case of long weekends and national holidays as a lot of tourists flock around then. The most scenic way of reaching the fort is to take the Metro to Chawri Bazaar and then a cycle-rickshaw through the incredibly packed bazaar to the Fort (price negotiable, aim for ₹20). The fort has a '''light and sound show''' (₹50) in the evenings from 7:30-9PM, depending on the season. Be careful buying tickets at the booth, as the ticket sellers will attempt to shortchange you. Try to have a small bill. Due to enhanced security, the parking can be a bit tricky as the walk from the now distanced away parking at nearby alternative slots is quite a bit. The congested traffic makes crossing the road even trickier. The Red Fort buildings include: * '''Chhatta Chowk''' (Covered Bazaar) — True to the name, this is a covered bazaar between the gate and the fort itself, now filled with souvenir hawkers. * '''Diwan-i-Am''' (Hall of Public Audience) — This building separates the outer court from the inner court and has a marble platform for the emperor's throne. * '''Hayat Bakhsh Bagh''' (Life-Bestowing Gardens) — Once a grand garden full of fountains and streams, now sadly all dry, only dry channels and acres of green grass remain. Near here will you find the Sawan Pavilion. * '''Diwan-i-Khas''' (Hall of Private Audience) — Built completely of marble, this is where the emperor received special visitors. * '''Khas Mahal''' (Private Palace) — The Emperor's main residence. The octagonal '''Mussaman Burj''' tower looks out toward the Yamuna River and is where the Emperor used to appear before the public each morning. * '''Rang Mahal''' (Colour Palace) — The residence of the Sultan's main wife. * '''Mumtaz Mahal''' (Jewel Palace, Persian/Urdu: ممتاز محل) — Contained six apartments for Sultan's harem. Now used as a museum of court textiles, carpets, weapons, etc. * '''Daawat Khana''' — A minor palace, this was originally the residence of a prince, but it was converted into a tea house by the British, a function it continues today. Basic meals cost around ₹60, drinks ₹ 10-20, and it also has the cleanest toilets around. * '''Swatantra Sangrama Sangrahalaya''' (Museum of the Independence Movement) — To the left after the Chhatta Chowk, this is a reasonably well-presented museum on the history of independence activism in India, starting from the Mutiny of 1857 all the way to Mahatma Gandhi. ===Museums=== * {{see | name=Ghalib ki Haveli | alt=ग़ालिब की हवेली ''Ġālib kī Havelī'' | url= | email= | address=Gali Qasim Jan, Ballimaran, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.654310 | long=77.225577 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Ghalib ki Haveli | image=Bust of Mirza Ghalib.JPG | wikidata=Q15816551 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The residence of the 19th-century Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, now converted into a museum. It consists of artefacts related to the poet and his times, as well as his various hand-written poems besides his books. The museum also houses a life-size replica of the poet in a realistic setting with a hookah in his hand. Portraits of Ustaad Zauq, Abu Zafar, Momin, and other noted contemporaries of Ghalib can also be seen. The building itself is an example of Delhi's Mughal architecture. }} * {{see | name=Partition Museum | alt= | url= | email= | address=Dara Shikoh Library Cultural Hub, Lothian Rd | lat=28.663000 | long=77.233000 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Partition Museum, Delhi | image=Partition Museum, Delhi.jpg | wikidata=Q120913042 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=A museum dedicated to the people's history preceding and succeeding the Partition of India in 1947. }} * {{see | name=Shankar's International Doll's Museum | alt= | url=http://www.childrensbooktrust.com/dollsmuseum.html | email= | address=4, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, Nehru House | lat=28.630278 | long=77.241667 | directions=metro: {{station|ITO|violet}} | phone=+91 11 2331 6970 | tollfree= | hours=Tu-Sa 10AM-6PM | price=₹10 | wikidata=Q2721827 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A museum of dolls from all over the country. You get to see the costumes and art from all over India, as well as some nice crafts. }} ===Religious buildings=== * {{see | name=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | alt= | url= | email= | address=Mata Sundri road | lat=28.634371 | long=77.233886 | directions=Behind JP Nayak Hospital; metro: {{station|Barakhambha Road|blue}}, 15 min walk | phone=+91 11 2323 4448 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikipedia=Gurdwara Mata Sundri | wikidata=Q5619968 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The temple is a tribute to Mata Sundri, the wife of the 10th Sikh guru, Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708). The Guru was a warrior, poet and philosopher. The Gurdwara is built in brick and lime mortar. On the farther end of the hall is a marble-paved gallery. The carved wood beam of the gallery bears an inscription in Gurmukhi script in bold letters. There is a marble slab in the center which is surrounded by the inscribed sacred emblem of the Sikhs. It has a standard square-domed sanctum, arched copings and a traditional styled entrance. }} * {{see | name=Jhandewalan Mandir | alt= | url= | email= | address=Jhandewalan Devi Mandir Marg, Block E, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewala | lat= | long= | directions=M from Karol Bagh Terminal 500m NE | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q17058941 | content=One of the most popular temples of goddess Durga. }} * {{see | name=Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir | alt=श्री दिगंबर जैन लाल मंदिर ''Śrī Digambar Jain Lāl Mandir'' | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6558 | long=77.2363 | directions=metro: {{station|Lal Quila|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3635137 | lastedit=2026-02-23 | content=The oldest Jain temple in Delhi. The temple is said to be built during the rule of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1656. The temple compound also has a bird hospital, which treats about 15,000 birds a year. There is also a bookstore in the complex where a wide range of books on Jainism is available, apart from unique curios and souvenirs related to the religion. You should take off your shoes and all other leather goods and hand it to the concerned person before you enter the temple complex. }} ==Do== ===Parks=== * {{do | name=Deen Dayal Upadhyay Park | alt=DDU Park | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.635107 | long=77.229649 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content= }} ===Sports=== * {{do | name=Ambedkar Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.638994 | long=77.242353 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q456749 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=Watch football at Ambedkar Stadium. }} * {{do | name=Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.637778 | long=77.243056 | directions=metro: {{station|Delhi Gate|violet}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q15217611 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Watch cricket at Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium. Watch India play in One day or T20 international in the crowded stadium with a capacity of 41,820. Five day test cricket is another option with lesser crowd. Also watch the local club Delhi Capitals (formerly Delhi Daredevils) play the Indian Premier League (IPL). }} * {{do | name=Indira Gandhi Arena | alt=Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.631111 | long=77.249444 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3269725 | lastedit=2023-05-30 | content=The largest indoor sports arena in India and among the largest in Asia. It is regularly used by tennis club Indian Aces and DSA Senior Division Futsal League. }} ==Buy== ===Bazaars and markets=== * {{buy | name=Bhagirath Palace | alt=भगीरथ पैलेस ''Bhagīrath Pailes'' | url=http://bhagirathmarket.com | email= | address= | lat=28.657251 | long=77.233495 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2026-02-22 | content=A popular wholesale market in Old Delhi, selling lighting fixtures, electrical equipment and accessories. }} * {{buy | name=Chandni Chowk | alt= | url= | email= | address=Chandni Chowk Rd, Chatta Pratap | lat=28.65596 | long=77.23392 | directions=next to Gurudwara Sis Ganj; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}} | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3236763 | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=This is the place to go for the full-on Indian experience of crowded, twisting alleys and tiny shops. The '''Fountain''' serves as a useful orientation point, and there are great Delhi-style snacks to be found in the vicinity too (see [[#Eat|Eat]]). }} * {{buy | name=Karol Bagh | alt=West Delhi Market, Gaffar Market, Sabka Bazaar | url= | email= | address=Saraswati Marg, Beadonpura | lat=28.6512 | long=77.1913 | directions=Bus 39, 39A, 71, 82N, 89, 166, 181, 212, 214A, 218, 309, 350, 351, 352,450 to 'D B Gupta Market' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q13641055 | content=known for traditional Indian Wear, sarees and shawls. Huge area and big brand showrooms. - Reputed to be the largest shopping area in Asia with 20,000 shops and traders. There are many tailors experienced in western styles (suits etc.). Also a growing number of hotels . }} * {{buy | name=Paharganj | alt= | url= | email= | address=Arya Nagar | lat=28.64138 | long=77.21408 | directions=opposite {{station|New Delhi|suburban}}; bus: 12N, 19, 19A, 39, 39A, 82N, 166, 181, 214A, 309, 351, 753, 838, 853AC, 857 to stop 'Paharganj' | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q3270707 | lastedit=2016-10-02 | content=Oriented toward backpackers, this strip of shops sells items such as Indian perfumes, shawls, tablas, rugs, jewellery, etc. }} * {{buy | name=Cycle Market | alt= | url= | email=| address=Block E 4, Jhandewalan Extension, Jhandewalan| lat=28.6465 | long=77.2026| directions=M 'Jhandewalan' Blue 0.5 km S| phone= | hours= | price=| content=Deals not just in bicycles, but in cameras as well. }} * {{buy | name=Khari Baoli | alt=Naya Bazaar | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.6579 | long=77.2212 | directions=local: {{station|Sadar Bazar|suburban}}, then walk 300 m E; metro: {{station|Chandni Chowk|yellow}}, then walk 600 m SW | phone=+91 98 73736846, | tollfree= | fax=+98 71232629 | hours= | price= | wikidata=Q6400651 | lastedit=2023-05-16 | content=Walking away from the Red Fort through Chandni Chowk will lead you here, the primary spice market in Old Delhi where most restaurants shop. Great place to buy individual spices (especially cardamom in bulk), masala chai mixes, and various masala mixes for vegetables, meat, fish, meat, chicken, and rice. Afghan Store (lot# 6553). Reputed to be the largest outdoor, pedestrianized shopping area in Delhi. Huge bargains on all sorts of Western and Indian wear. You can also get many reputed Western brands as export surplus if you are lucky. It is also a great market for fresh fruits, vegetables and household goods. }} * {{buy | name=Meena Bazar | alt= | url= | email= | address=Meena Bazaar | lat=28.6507 | long=77.2374 | directions=Eastward from Jama Masjid| phone= | hours= | price=| content=a popular flea market with antiques (and not-so-antiques) — it's also known as Chor Bazar or "Thieves' Market," so hold onto your wallet and don't believe every claim you hear. }} ===Handicrafts=== * {{buy | name=S. K. Expo | alt= | url= | email= | address=Main Bazar, Pahar Ganj, Pahar Ganj, Ratan Lal Market, Kaseru Walan, Paharganj | lat=28.6426 | long=77.2175 | directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 11 2358 2615 | tollfree= | hours= | price= | content=One of the largest and oldest emporiums of handicrafts and herbal products in Delhi. It was founded in 1932, and offers a large variety of gift items from different parts of India. Textiles, handmade crafts and furniture made by artists and craftsman are sold at affordable prices. Ayurvedic and plant remedies, herbal soap, shampoos, oils and natural fragrances are also manufactured. This complex of two four-storied buildings is welcoming and a popular place for foreign visitors to Delhi. }} * {{buy | name=R. Expo House | alt= | url=http://rexpoindia.com/ | email=| address= Paharganj | lat=28.6423 | long=77.2175| directions=near the New Delhi Railway Station | phone= | tollfree= | fax=| hours= | price=| content= }} ===Books=== * {{buy | name=Nai Sarak Bookshop Area | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.65343 | long=77.22889 | directions=near Chawri Bazaar. Metro: Chawri Bazaar or Chandni Chowk (Yellow) | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=Narrow alleys where most publishers are based. This is very popular with students, particularly college students as course books are available here. They carry books in nearly all major languages spoken in India. Don't expect bargaining to work here as shopkeepers are too busy to argue. The shopkeepers do more business than any proper branded shop, selling at least 5,000 books daily. There are also many wholesalers. Very few books will be on display and you need to ask for a particular type of book as the variety of books sold is huge. Most books are original and the shopkeepers get very irritated if you question the book's genuineness. You can either take a rickshaw or walk. One of Delhi's oldest shopping complexes, you can find any book there after a day of searching. Also good areas for sightseeing. }} * {{buy | name=Daryaganj and Asaf Ali Road | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat=28.64551 | long=77.24391 | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | lastedit=2016-10-18 | content=Similar to Nai Sarak, but a little better organised. [http://hindibook.com Hindi Book Centre] on Asaf Ali Rd is well known, stocks many Hindi books, and has a good website. }} * {{buy | name=Kamla Nagar Bookshops | alt= | url= | email= | address=F-Block | lat= | long= | directions=opposite to Birla Mills compound and on the road leading to Roop Nagar roundabout | phone= | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price= | content=This shop provides a range of books and stationery. }} ==Eat== [[File:Preparing Paranthas in ghee in Paranthe Wali Gali, Delhi, India.jpg|thumb|A shop frying Parathas in ghee at the Paranthe Wali Gali in Chandni Chowk, Delhi.]] You will find many shops in Chandni Chowk area. Paranthe Wali Gali is a street with shops selling paranthas, where you will find many verieties of paranthas. * {{eat | name=Haldiram's | alt= | url=http://haldiram.com | email= | address=| lat= | long= | directions=1454/2 Chandni Chowk just west of the fountain and other outlets around town | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=This is a famous manufacturer of Indian snacks and sweets that has now gone global. This always-packed, two-story outlet in the heart of Chandni Chowk was its first in Delhi and dates back to 1924. The ground floor houses a vast array of sweet and sticky Indian confections, while the first floor has a popular vegetarian restaurant. This is a great place to try authentic and hygienic Delhi ''chaat'' and other Indian snack foods. Try the '''Raj Kachori''', a mixture of different types of stuffing with sweetened yogurt and chutneys in an oversized hollow dough shell. All chaat is under ₹50, or you can get a full daily thali for ₹90. Choley Bhature, and the various Dosas are great options to try as well from their Southern Indian selection. Be sure to save room for dessert, as Haldiram's offers some of the best rasmalai, rasgullah, gulab jamun and other tasty delights in India. }} * {{eat | name=Kake Di Hatti | alt= | url=https://kakedihatti.com/ | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions=multiple locations around Delhi | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price=One person can eat within ₹200 to ₹250 | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Kake Di Hatti has a variety of naans along with North Indian curry vegetables, like Dal Makhani, Shahi Paneer etc. The naans are very big and usually one naan is enough for two people. }} * {{eat | name=Tadka 4986 | alt= | url= | email= | address=Ram Dwara Rd, Nehru Bazar, Paharganj | lat=28.64084 | long=77.21306| directions=side road off of Main Bazaar | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=A notably clean restaurant by Paharganj standards. Serves only vegetarian food, a full thali for ₹ 60. Their tea is really good and their most popular dish is paneer masala. }} * {{eat | name=Karim's | alt= | url=https://karimhotels.com/ | email= | address=16, Gali Kababian, Jama Masjid, Old Delhi | lat=28.649233 | long=77.233739 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2326 9880 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Under ₹200 at the original; more at the branches |lastedit=2016-10-18| content=Jama Masjid, Gali Kababian. As you'd expect from a restaurant on Kebab Lane, the main dish is Mughal-style meat (''mutton and chicken''), served up since 1913. Is down a little alley just South of the Jama Masjid southern entrance (past the auto supplies market). Favourites include badam pasanda (''boneless mutton cooked with yogurt, almonds and spices'') and chicken noor jahan, but if you're really hungry, try Tandoori Bakra; an entire stuffed goat for ₹4,500, 24 hr notice and down payment is required. Some of the dishes have huge puddles of oil on top, which you're supposed to drain off before eating. }} * {{eat | name=Kitchen Cafe Roof Top @ Hotel Shelton | alt= | url= | email=kitchencaferoof@gmail.com | address=5043 Main Bazaar, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64099 | long=77.21277 | directions= | phone=+91 11 4182 4386 | tollfree= | fax= | hours=24 hours daily | price= | content=Great view and ambiance. }} ==Drink== * {{drink | name=Aap ki Pasand | alt= | url=http://aapkipasandtea.com/ | email= | address=Sterling House, 15 Netaji Subhash Marg, Daryaganj | lat=28.6524 | long=77.2368 | directions=opposite the post office, walking distance from Red Fort | phone=+91 11 23260373 |hours= | price=| content=Tea Shop, A great place to sample Indian chai and the exotic Darjeeling and Assam teas and buy tea in handcrafted fabric bags. Located in an old colonial era building, its teas have been savored by Bill Clinton, Gorbachov, Koizumi and are taken as official state gifts of India. }} ==Sleep== {{sleeppricerange|Under ₹4,000|₹4,000–8,000|Over ₹8,000}} ===Budget=== [[Image:Paharganj Bazaar.JPG|thumb|Everything a backpacker needs and then some, Main Bazaar]] * {{sleep | name=Ashiana | alt= | url=http://www.hotelashiana.chobs.in/ | email= | address=50 Ara Kashan Rd, Ram Nagar | lat=28.64555 | long=77.21445 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2362 7617 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹1,290-3,190, double ₹1,490-₹3,490 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Bloomrooms @ New Delhi Railway Station | alt= | url=| email=book@bloomrooms.com | address=8591 Arakashan Road | lat=28.6455153 | long=77.2177757 | directions= | phone=+91 11 412 25666 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=2PM | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹1,700, double ₹2,000-2,600, breakfast ₹250 | content=Extremely modern and comfortable rooms. Rooms are noisy due to the location near the station. }} * {{sleep | name=Ivory Palace | alt= | url= | email=reservationsivorypalace@gmail.com | address=14A/27 WEA, Channa Market, Karol Bagh | lat=28.645983 | long=77.184926 | directions= | phone=+91 11 25744106, +91 99903 81291 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=From ₹1,200 | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Saar Inn | alt= | url=http://www.saarinn.com/ | email= | address=Karol Bagh | lat=28.6444 | long=77.1858 | directions= | phone=+91 97 1111 7399 | tollfree= | fax= | price=₹3,200-4,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and comfortable with breakfast included, a very friendly professional staff. }} * {{sleep | name=Sunstar Grand| alt= | url=http://www.hotelsunstargrand.com/ | email= | address=7A/17, W.E.A. Channa Market, Karol Bagh| lat=28.64616 | long=77.18410 | directions= | phone=+91-11-42502117 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹2,400. | checkin= | checkout= | content=Room service and a restaurant available for breakfast and dinner. Lockers available. }} ====Paharganj==== * {{sleep | name=Ajanta | alt= | url=http://hotelajanta.com/ | email=info@hotelajanta.com | address=Main Bazaar | lat=28.64578 | long=77.21585 | directions= | phone=+91 11 23620925, +91 11 23620926, +91 11 23620927 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=Decent restaurant and nice atmosphere on a rooftop bar, although the rooftop seems like a construction site. The staff are often rude and may try to offer overpriced tour package bookings as often as they can. The rooms are small and many do not have windows. Bath/shower facilities are archaic. The hotel does not offer a luggage storage service. }} * {{sleep | name=Ajay Guest House | alt= | url=http://www.ajayguesthouse.com/ | email=ajay@anupamhoteliersltd.com | address=5084-A, Main Bazaar| lat=28.640706 | long=77.211625 | directions=Opposite Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 4154 1226, +91 11 2358 3125 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 4154 1701 | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single ₹700-900, double ₹800-1,200, triple ₹1,200-1,800 | content=Has a good restaurant and [http://bakerybreadbrown.blogspot.com/ German Brown Bread Bakery]. }} * {{sleep | name=Chanchal Deluxe | alt= | url= | email=info@chanchal-hotels.com | address=8524 Arakashan Road | lat=28.645892 | long=77.215176 | directions=behind Sheela Cinema | phone=+91 99106 09222 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=US$24 | content=54 rooms. }} * {{sleep | name=City Inn DX | url=https://hotelcityinndx.in/ | email=city.inn.dx@gmail.com | address=5415-16, Ladoo Ghati, Nehru Bazaar | lat=28.63959 | long=77.21412 | directions=about a 10-min walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2358 7706 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2358 7343 | hours= | price=Single ₹400-900, double ₹600-2,000 | checkin= | checkout= | content=Rooms with double bed, flat screen TV (with HBO, VH1, CNN, lots of Hindi channels), clean bathroom with Western toilets. Each bathroom has its own hot water heater. Room service, computers in the lobby for ₹30/hr. Very friendly staff. Located just around the corner from ''Hotel Relax'' and the vegetable market. }} *{{listing | type=sleep | name=Durga International | alt= | url= | email= | address=8715, D.B. Gupta Rd | lat=28.6445778 | long=77.2152819 | directions=500m from New Delhi Railway Station | phone=+91 98 9942 3411 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Single from ₹1,900, double from ₹2,100, Family Suite ₹4,500, Honeymoon Suite ₹6,500 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Hare Rama Guest House | alt= | url= | email= | address=298 Main Bazaar | lat=28.640906 | long=77.212324 | directions=Down the side road near the Khanna Cinema | phone=+91 11 2743 3017 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | content=Popular hotel and place to book sleeper buses if you're heading to Dharamsala or Pushkar. They're very laid back staff which makes a nice change. 24 hour hot water and check in, and 24 hours stay from when you arrived. ₹400 single, ₹500 double for an OK non-air-con room. Extra 50% for air-con. }} * {{sleep | name=Metropolis Tourist Home | alt= | url= | email= | address=1634 Bazaar Hand | lat=28.640687 | long=77.210565 | directions= | phone=+91 11 2351 8074 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Double ₹2,500-3,500 | content=More expensive than the average Paharaganj hotel. It also has a good restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Staybook-Pinky Villa | alt= | url= | email= | address=2463-N, Nalwa St, Chuna Mandi | lat=28.64197 | long=77.21162| directions=near New Delhi Train Station | phone=+91 95 9908 3137 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2026-01-14 | content=Offers rooms at very affordable price. }} * {{sleep | name=Sai Palace | url= | email= | address=22, Main Market Road, Pahar Ganj | lat=28.64564 | long=77.21735 | directions=Middle lane opposite railway station, Paharganj | phone=+91 95 5568 4663 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=Double: ₹550-₹1,350 | checkin= | checkout= | content= }} * {{sleep | name=Smyle Inn | alt= | url=https://www.smyleinn.com/ | email=smyleinn@hotmail.com | address=916, Chandi Wali Gali, Main Bazaar| lat=28.641665 | long=77.214679 | directions=right street before Masjid, coming from New Delhi station in Main Bazar | phone=+91 11 4579 5192, +91 99992 76591 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single ₹940-1,090, double ₹980-1,180, triple ₹1,200-1,380 |lastedit=2022-08-19| content=Breakfast and internet access included in price. }} * {{sleep | name=Staybook Jai Balaji | alt= | url= | email= | address=9918,Street no- 5, Multani Dhanda | lat=28.6471 | long=77.2095| directions= | phone=+91-8373929299 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Normal room rent of 1500rps | lastedit=2023-03-13 | content=Free wifi throughout. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Aira Xing by Staybook @ Paharganj | alt= | url= | email=staybookhost@gmail.com | address=police station, 1/5, Desh Bandhu Gupta Rd | lat=28.64608 | long=77.20896 | directions=opposite Motia Khan | phone=+91 7217676061 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=11AM | price=Single: ₹2999 | lastedit=2023-03-13 | content=Hotel with clean rooms, fast Wifi, rooftop restaurant. }} * {{sleep | name=Vivek | alt= | url=http://vivekhotel.com/ | email= | address=1534-50 Main Bazaar | lat=28.641078 | long=77.212619 | directions=about a ten-minute walk from the railway station | phone=+91 11 2351-2900 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin= | checkout= | price=Economy Room (single ₹650, double ₹750); Standard Room (single ₹750, double ₹800); Luxury Room (₹1,100-1,200); Club Room (₹1,500-1,600) | content=This has a pleasant rooftop restaurant, but rather bland food. }} ====Karol Bagh==== * {{sleep | name=Anand Hotel | alt= | url= | email=info@hotelananddelhi.com | address=8/41, WEA, Abdul Aziz Rd, Channa Market | lat=28.6470 | long=77.1932 | directions=near Jessa Ram Hospital, Karol Bagh | phone=+91 11 2875 3181 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=From ₹1,990 | content=Basic hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Gulnar | alt= | url= | email= | address=7A / 45 W.E.A. Channa Market | lat=28.6459 | long=77.1838 | directions= | phone=+91-11-47243737 | tollfree= | fax= | checkin=Noon | checkout=Noon | price=Double: ₹2,400; Triple: ₹3,000 | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. Free breakfast when you book directly from the hotel website; otherwise there is a ₹200 charge. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel SPB 87 | alt= | url=https://www.hotelspb87delhi.com/ | email=booking@hotelspb87delhi.com | address=Plot No. 2, Block no. 17A, WEA, Karol Bagh | lat=28.64967 | long=77.19869 | directions= | phone=+91 9312245516 | tollfree= | checkin=noon | checkout=noon | price=₹1,500 | lastedit=2020-05-10 | content=Budget hotel. }} * {{sleep | name=Royal Palace | alt= | url= | email= | address=11A/27, W.E.A, Channa Market | lat=28.64622 | long=77.18477 | directions= | phone=+91 93107 84498 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2753 7103 | hours= | price= | checkin= | checkout= | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{sleep | name=Hotel Pitrashish Premium | alt= | url=http://www.pitrashishhotels.com/ | email=info@pitrashishhotels.com | address=59/36, New Rohtak Road| lat=28.6588 | long=77.1912 | directions= | phone= +91 11 2871 3384 | tollfree= | hours= | price= ₹2000 | checkin= Noon | checkout=Noon | content=Clean and pleasant design/style. }} * {{listing | type=sleep | name=TJS Grand | alt= | url= | email= | address=16/16, Arya Samaj Road | lat=28.6627 | long=77.1833 | directions= | phone=+91 96501 07888 | tollfree= | checkin= | checkout= | price=₹2,000 | content=32 rooms. }} ====East of New Delhi station==== * {{sleep | name=Hotel Broadway | url=http://www.hotelbroadwaydelhi.com/ | email=broadway@oldworldhospitality.com | address=4/15A, Asaf Ali Road | lat=28.6413 | long=77.2374 | directions=across from Maulana Azad Medical College & Hospital, 5 minutes away from Connaught Place | phone=+91 11 4366 3600 | tollfree= | fax= | hours= | price=₹1,800 | checkin= | checkout= | content=India's first hotel to get ISO 9002 certification. }} ====Chandni Chowk==== * {{sleep | name=Tara Palace | alt= | url= | email=tarapalace@gmail.com | address=419 Old Cycle Market, Chandni Chowk | lat=28.65331 | long=77.23460 | directions=opposite Delhi Parade Ground, near the Red Fort | phone=+91 11 2327 6465 | tollfree= | fax=+91 11 2327 3555 | checkin=1PM | checkout=noon | price=From $40 | content=Friendly budget hotel, free breakfast and free airport pickup. }} ==Connect== * {{listing | name=Delhi Public Library | alt= | url= | email= | address= | lat= | long= | directions= | phone= | tollfree= | hours= | price= | wikidata= | lastedit=2023-05-15 | content=A national depository library. }} {{IsPartOf|Delhi}} {{usabledistrict}} {{geo|28.645|77.245}} 1smnqy3b30fbpsit5503kozfp1nqdpp 0 219639 5328623 2026-08-15T06:37:54Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/Central Delhi]] to [[Delhi/Central]] over redirect: "Central Delhi" is not the official name of the district. The official name is just "Central". 5328623 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Delhi/Central]] qcw7rvq53o13t9mb8ki7kar5d2wvf0v 1 219640 5328625 2026-08-15T06:37:54Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Talk:Delhi/Central Delhi]] to [[Talk:Delhi/Central]]: "Central Delhi" is not the official name of the district. The official name is just "Central". 5328625 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Talk:Delhi/Central]] 5k4cg9g7b150nepvohg7gx64z88v3mx 0 219641 5328627 2026-08-15T06:39:19Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/East Delhi]] to [[Delhi/East]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]]: covers two official districts 5328627 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Delhi/East]] bf92zzmyb8ze71we961eu7fsivmtjhz 0 219642 5328630 2026-08-15T06:40:48Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/North Delhi]] to [[Delhi/North]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]] 5328630 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Delhi/North]] h9bfzf5z7j57u4mh5eiuu8988zq6sew 0 219643 5328632 2026-08-15T06:41:33Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/West Delhi]] to [[Delhi/West]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]] 5328632 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Delhi/West]] k6cbce4z11m75sr0nbuaeg6992cv2c9 1 219644 5328634 2026-08-15T06:41:33Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Talk:Delhi/West Delhi]] to [[Talk:Delhi/West]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]] 5328634 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Talk:Delhi/West]] jea9ni5xv6vszhbbum213jvizsdtwff 0 219645 5328637 2026-08-15T06:42:27Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/South Delhi]] to [[Delhi/South]] over redirect: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]]: the district is officially just "South". 5328637 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Delhi/South]] p972sz95c2bonwjg31ynqt1wuzq4igk 0 219646 5328639 2026-08-15T06:44:13Z Sbb1413 2217354 Sbb1413 moved page [[Delhi/South East Delhi]] to [[Delhi/South East]]: [[Wikivoyage:Naming conventions|Naming conventions]]: the district is officially just "South East". 5328639 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Delhi/South East]] arjt73a9a0hf8v7ft0hxezi8yuqzi7f 3 219647 5328678 2026-08-15T07:30:22Z Ikan Kekek 36420 Created page with "No [[wv:tout|touting]], and you have no right to delete others' posts on their user talk pages. Don't expect a lot of patience with these kinds of edits before we block you. ~~~~" 5328678 wikitext text/x-wiki No [[wv:tout|touting]], and you have no right to delete others' posts on their user talk pages. Don't expect a lot of patience with these kinds of edits before we block you. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:30, 15 August 2026 (UTC) 5a55zrdowxrsxzlbdtj7vghjt7jg88p 5328680 5328678 2026-08-15T07:32:12Z Ikan Kekek 36420 5328680 wikitext text/x-wiki No [[wv:tout|touting]], and you have no right to delete others' posts on their user talk pages. Don't expect a lot of patience with these kinds of edits before we block you. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:30, 15 August 2026 (UTC) And you've been blocked for 3 days for vandalism. Don't try it again. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:32, 15 August 2026 (UTC) 8twa463lchr9jujguxsna4vbf3r5bye 5328681 5328680 2026-08-15T07:32:23Z Ikan Kekek 36420 /* */ 5328681 wikitext text/x-wiki No [[wv:tout|touting]], and you have no right to delete others' posts on their user talk pages. Don't expect a lot of patience with these kinds of edits before we block you. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:30, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :And you've been blocked for 3 days for vandalism. Don't try it again. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:32, 15 August 2026 (UTC) qcj2ytd18zkczi2z00p8rkzhunrmd2b 5328733 5328681 2026-08-15T10:24:10Z ~2026-44748-07 2437587 /* */ Reply 5328733 wikitext text/x-wiki No [[wv:tout|touting]], and you have no right to delete others' posts on their user talk pages. Don't expect a lot of patience with these kinds of edits before we block you. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:30, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :And you've been blocked for 3 days for vandalism. Don't try it again. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:32, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::This person copied my project. If you search Google for “Montenegro taxi app,” you can see the scale our project has reached. We have more than 150,000 users and approximately 500 taxi drivers earning income through our platform. ::Despite this, this person shows no respect for the project we have spent considerable time, effort, and money building, and then tries to justify his actions by saying that “competition is good.” I have no problem with competition; the issue is not competition itself, but the methods being used. ::There are clear conversations on Viber and WhatsApp that support these claims, and I can provide those messages as evidence if necessary. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44748-07|&#126;2026-44748-07]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44748-07|talk]]) 10:24, 15 August 2026 (UTC) 9ch81hmex4aam0awb9m2bx5nlsyunfc 5328734 5328733 2026-08-15T10:25:52Z ~2026-44748-07 2437587 /* */ Reply 5328734 wikitext text/x-wiki No [[wv:tout|touting]], and you have no right to delete others' posts on their user talk pages. Don't expect a lot of patience with these kinds of edits before we block you. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:30, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :And you've been blocked for 3 days for vandalism. Don't try it again. [[User:Ikan Kekek|Ikan Kekek]] ([[User talk:Ikan Kekek|talk]]) 07:32, 15 August 2026 (UTC) ::This person copied my project. If you search Google for “Montenegro taxi app,” you can see the scale our project has reached. We have more than 150,000 users and approximately 500 taxi drivers earning income through our platform. ::Despite this, this person shows no respect for the project we have spent considerable time, effort, and money building, and then tries to justify his actions by saying that “competition is good.” I have no problem with competition; the issue is not competition itself, but the methods being used. ::There are clear conversations on Viber and WhatsApp that support these claims, and I can provide those messages as evidence if necessary. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44748-07|&#126;2026-44748-07]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44748-07|talk]]) 10:24, 15 August 2026 (UTC) :This person’s purpose in posting on your platform is to influence AI recommendations. He is apparently unhappy that when users ask AI services about taxi transportation in Montenegro, MonteGO is recommended, and he wants his own taxi application to be recommended instead. :If this type of promotional activity is permitted on your platform, then I should also be allowed to publish similar posts promoting MonteGO. :MonteGO is already used and trusted for taxi transportation in Montenegro by nearly 150,000 users, primarily from Europe and Asia. [[Special:Contributions/&#126;2026-44748-07|&#126;2026-44748-07]] ([[User talk:&#126;2026-44748-07|talk]]) 10:25, 15 August 2026 (UTC) 9dbt377lqf83x4xauofg8yd81q53x6l 4 219648 5328696 2026-08-15T08:25:24Z ArchiverBot 469122 Bot: Archiving 1 thread from [[Wikivoyage:Arrivals lounge]] 5328696 wikitext text/x-wiki {{talk archive}} == Numbers on Listings == Hi. I was wondering how numbers on listings work. I've added listing, but they don't have numbers - there's seemingly nothing different with the parameters. Help would be appreciated. [[User:Axolitl|<span style="font-family: trebuchetms; color: #0C343D; background-color: #F4CCCC">'''Axolitl'''</span>]] ([[User talk:Axolitl|<small>'''talk'''</small>]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/Axolitl|<small>'''contribs'''</small>]]) 19:07, 24 June 2026 (UTC) :Listings show numbers when they appear on the map. In most cases this is because the lat and long fields have the correct location information. It can also happen indirectly when the wikidata field is completed and the linked wikidata page has the location. There is nothing wrong with having some listings which don't have numbers, sometimes it is better to avoid cluttering the map if a few words of direction is clearer (e.g. next door to X). [[User:AlasdairW|AlasdairW]] ([[User talk:AlasdairW|talk]]) 21:19, 24 June 2026 (UTC) ::Thanks! [[User:Axolitl|<span style="font-family: trebuchetms; color: #0C343D; background-color: #F4CCCC">'''Axolitl'''</span>]] ([[User talk:Axolitl|<small>'''talk'''</small>]] &#124; [[Special:Contributions/Axolitl|<small>'''contribs'''</small>]]) 22:15, 24 June 2026 (UTC) i6semxvnhr6klg729ydegjgo53vrphs 2 219649 5328720 2026-08-15T09:51:12Z Firenze Rafting 2437609 Conflict of interest disclosure 5328720 wikitext text/x-wiki I work in marketing for Firenze Rafting, a rafting and outdoor activities operator based in Florence, Italy. I have a conflict of interest regarding this business and I disclose it here. I intend to follow the [[Wikivoyage:Don't tout]] policy: one neutral listing in the article of each city where the company physically operates, no edits to competitors' listings, and no promotional wording. If any of my edits do not meet the guidelines, please correct them or leave a note on my talk page. Outside of that, I am happy to help improve coverage of outdoor activities and small towns in Tuscany, an area I know well. m2vnign9fqvju43lepu5lawgoa54u5p 0 219650 5328723 2026-08-15T09:58:02Z Firenze Rafting 2437609 Creating an outline article for Bagni di Lucca 5328723 wikitext text/x-wiki '''Bagni di Lucca''' is a small spa town in the Lima and Serchio valleys of [[Tuscany]], in the province of [[Lucca (province)|Lucca]]. It is the largest comune by area in Italy, made up of villages scattered through the wooded hills, and is known for its thermal springs, its 19th-century foreign community and the river gorges around it. ==Understand== The town grew around natural hot springs that were already in use in the Middle Ages. In the 19th century it became a fashionable resort for English, Russian and other European visitors, and Byron, Shelley and Elizabeth Barrett Browning all spent time here. Traces of that period remain in the English cemetery and the Anglican church, and in the building of the casino, which was one of the earliest in Europe and is no longer in operation. Today Bagni di Lucca is quiet and much less visited than the coast or the main Tuscan art cities. The comune covers a very large and mostly mountainous territory, so villages are spread far apart and the surroundings are more forest and river valley than town. ==Get in== ===By car=== From Lucca take the SS12 north along the Serchio valley, about 27 km and 40 minutes. From Florence the drive is about 1 hour 30 minutes via the A11 to Lucca and then the SS12. ===By train=== The Lucca to Aulla regional line stops at Bagni di Lucca. Trains run several times a day and the trip from Lucca takes around 30 minutes. The station is in Fornoli, a short distance from the main thermal area. ===By bus=== Regional buses connect Lucca with Bagni di Lucca and continue up the Serchio valley. ==Get around== The comune is spread over many separate villages, including Ponte a Serraglio, La Villa, Fornoli and Bagni Caldi, and a car is useful for moving between them. Within each village distances are short and walkable. ==See== * {{see | name=English Cemetery | content=A 19th-century burial ground for the Protestant foreign residents who once wintered here, with headstones in English, German and Russian. }} * {{see | name=Ponte della Maddalena | alt=Ponte del Diavolo | content=A medieval humpbacked bridge over the Serchio at nearby Borgo a Mozzano. Its steep asymmetric arch is one of the most photographed sights in the valley. }} ==Do== Thermal bathing is the traditional activity, with natural hot springs and steam grottoes carved into the rock. The Lima river running through the town is used for rafting and packrafting between spring and autumn, and several narrow canyons in the surrounding hills are used for canyoning, which combines walking, swimming and short descents on rope. Marked walking trails lead from the villages up towards the Apuan Alps. ==Eat== Local cooking follows the Garfagnana tradition, with chestnut flour, farro, wild mushrooms and game appearing on most menus. Much of the eating out happens at agriturismi scattered through the hills rather than in the villages themselves, and many of them serve set menus using their own produce. Booking ahead is usually necessary. ==Sleep== Accommodation is mostly small hotels, agriturismi and restored houses in the surrounding hamlets. ==Go next== * [[Lucca]] - walled city, 30 minutes away * [[Montecatini Terme]] - larger spa town to the east {{outlinecity}} {{IsPartOf|Lucca (province)}} pv1vzyeh82jpzn4pkms3v3amb82x66f 5328730 5328723 2026-08-15T10:11:58Z Firenze Rafting 2437609 /* Go next */ 5328730 wikitext text/x-wiki '''Bagni di Lucca''' is a small spa town in the Lima and Serchio valleys of [[Tuscany]], in the province of [[Lucca (province)|Lucca]]. It is the largest comune by area in Italy, made up of villages scattered through the wooded hills, and is known for its thermal springs, its 19th-century foreign community and the river gorges around it. ==Understand== The town grew around natural hot springs that were already in use in the Middle Ages. In the 19th century it became a fashionable resort for English, Russian and other European visitors, and Byron, Shelley and Elizabeth Barrett Browning all spent time here. Traces of that period remain in the English cemetery and the Anglican church, and in the building of the casino, which was one of the earliest in Europe and is no longer in operation. Today Bagni di Lucca is quiet and much less visited than the coast or the main Tuscan art cities. The comune covers a very large and mostly mountainous territory, so villages are spread far apart and the surroundings are more forest and river valley than town. ==Get in== ===By car=== From Lucca take the SS12 north along the Serchio valley, about 27 km and 40 minutes. From Florence the drive is about 1 hour 30 minutes via the A11 to Lucca and then the SS12. ===By train=== The Lucca to Aulla regional line stops at Bagni di Lucca. Trains run several times a day and the trip from Lucca takes around 30 minutes. The station is in Fornoli, a short distance from the main thermal area. ===By bus=== Regional buses connect Lucca with Bagni di Lucca and continue up the Serchio valley. ==Get around== The comune is spread over many separate villages, including Ponte a Serraglio, La Villa, Fornoli and Bagni Caldi, and a car is useful for moving between them. Within each village distances are short and walkable. ==See== * {{see | name=English Cemetery | content=A 19th-century burial ground for the Protestant foreign residents who once wintered here, with headstones in English, German and Russian. }} * {{see | name=Ponte della Maddalena | alt=Ponte del Diavolo | content=A medieval humpbacked bridge over the Serchio at nearby Borgo a Mozzano. Its steep asymmetric arch is one of the most photographed sights in the valley. }} ==Do== Thermal bathing is the traditional activity, with natural hot springs and steam grottoes carved into the rock. The Lima river running through the town is used for rafting and packrafting between spring and autumn, and several narrow canyons in the surrounding hills are used for canyoning, which combines walking, swimming and short descents on rope. Marked walking trails lead from the villages up towards the Apuan Alps. ==Eat== Local cooking follows the Garfagnana tradition, with chestnut flour, farro, wild mushrooms and game appearing on most menus. Much of the eating out happens at agriturismi scattered through the hills rather than in the villages themselves, and many of them serve set menus using their own produce. Booking ahead is usually necessary. ==Sleep== Accommodation is mostly small hotels, agriturismi and restored houses in the surrounding hamlets. ==Go next== * [[Lucca]] - walled city, 30 minutes away * [[Montecatini Terme]] - larger spa town to the east * [[Barga]] - hill town further up the Serchio valley * [[Garfagnana]] - forested valleys and mountain villages to the north {{outlinecity}} {{IsPartOf|Lucca (province)}} f6or0w07fq7sv05rc534g6f5j1bdht0 0 219651 5328741 2026-08-15T11:05:02Z Sunfish Dash 2331447 Redirected page to [[Toucheng]] 5328741 wikitext text/x-wiki #REDIRECT [[Toucheng]] q81oafotrffx5ujmp91o4514uhr99oa